Registration for Fall 2021 Programming is Now Open!

Registration for Fall 2021 Programming is Now Open!

Registration for our free, therapeutic and educational fall programming is now open! This summer, we will be offering a programs in-person at our main location in Brentwood as well as at our satellite location in Sumner County.

Registration is now open and will remain open until August 14th.

We are excited to offer the following programs this fall:

One-on-One Educational Tutoring

• Literacy (ages 3+): weekly as scheduled with student & tutor
• Math (ages 3+): weekly as scheduled with student & tutor

Click Here to Sign up as a Student or Tutor

Programs Offered In-Person at GiGi’s Playhouse Nashville (Brentwood Location)

BUSY BODIES (recommended ages: 0-5) Busy Bodies is the perfect place for children with Down syndrome and friends of all abilities approximately 0-5 years old and their siblings to meet new friends, learn, and grow, while parents have the opportunity to socialize and network with one another.  Wednesday’s 10:00am-11:00am on the following dates: 9/1, 9/15, 9/29, 10/20, 10/27, 11/10, 11/17, 12/1

CRAWLERS & WALKERS (recommended ages: 1-5) Focuses on the development of gross and fine motor skills through activities that are hands-on and fun! Social skills and language development will also be addressed, with a focus on learning new words, following directions and interacting with peers. Saturday’s 10:00am-11:00am on the following dates: 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/16, 11/6, 11/13, 12/4

MUSIC IN MOTION (recommended ages: 4-7) Tap into your inner rock star where every voice shines! Music in Motion builds self-confidence and strengthens social skills, communication, and motor skills through the therapeutic use of music and dance. We are so excited to partner with Belmont University to offer Music in Motion for multiple age groups this fall! Our wonderful Program Co-Leaders are Ms. Allyson Rodgers, Certified Music Therapist, owner and director of Music & Miracles,  Practicum Supervisor at Belmont, and undergraduate students in Belmont’s music therapy program. Tuesday’s 5:00-5:45pm on the following dates: 8/31-12/7 (no sessions on 10/12 or 11/23)

MUSIC IN MOTION (recommended ages: 8-12) Tap into your inner rock star where every voice shines! Music in Motion builds self-confidence and strengthens social skills, communication, and motor skills through the therapeutic use of music and dance. We are so excited to partner with Belmont University to offer Music in Motion for multiple age groups this fall! Our wonderful Program Co-Leaders are Ms. Allyson Rodgers, Certified Music Therapist, owner and director of Music & Miracles,  Practicum Supervisor at Belmont, and undergraduate students in Belmont’s music therapy program. Tuesday’s 6:00-6:45pm on the following dates: 8/31-12/7 (no sessions on 10/12 or 11/23)

KIDS YOGA (recommended ages: 8-12) Our Yoga program promotes healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness through a practice and routine that integrates physical, mental, and emotional development, helping participants develop personal awareness and learn specific strategies to maintain focus and manage emotions and impulses. Yoga for this age group will take place on Monday’s at 5:00-5:45pm on the following dates: 9/13-12/6 (no sessions on 10/11 or 11/22).

TEEN TASTIC (recommended ages: 13-17) Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem-solving abilities. Recommended for ages 13-17-year-olds. Wednesday’s 5:00pm-6:00pm on the following dates: 9/1-12/8 (no sessions 10/13, 11/3 or 11/24).

CROSSFIT (recommended ages: 16+) Our CrossFit program promotes physical fitness and facilitates social interaction and positive peer relationships through purposeful physical activities for adolescents and adults. Our amazing volunteer Program Co-Leaders are Ms. Lauren and Ms. Kaitlyn, who pair participants from GiGi’s with volunteer fitness buddies to complete group workouts together. Fitness activities include: squats, sit-ups, press over head, deadlift, plate ground to overhead, step ups, burpees, rowing, push-ups, lunges, and more! This program is recommended for individuals with Down syndrome 16+ years old and space is limited. PLEASE NOTE: CrossFit meets at “On The End” CrossFit Gym (203 Reidhurst Ave, Nashville, TN 37203). Sunday’s 1:15-2:15pm on the following dates: 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/7, 11/21, 12/5.

TEEN & ADULT YOGA (recommended ages: 13-18; 18+) Our Yoga program promotes healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness through a practice and routine that integrates physical, mental, and emotional development, helping participants develop personal awareness and learn specific strategies to maintain focus and manage emotions and impulses. Thursday’s 6:30-7:30pm on the following dates: 9/9, 9/23, 10/7, 10/21, 11/4, 11/18, 12/9.

EPIC (Empowerment, Participation, Independence, & Community Involvement) (recommended ages: 18+) provides opportunities for socialization and community involvement while creating a fun and memorable experience. Participants work on vocational, communication, and social skills to boost confidence and encourage independence through goal-oriented objectives. Wednesday’s 6:30-8:00pm on the following dates:  9/1-12/8 (no sessions 10/13, 11/3 or 11/24)

GiGi PREP (ages: 18+) The GiGi Prep program has an emphasis on building communication skills, money management, customer service skills, team building, health and wellness over a 10-week session made up of 2-days per week instructional learning. This program is an application-based program with high expectations to motivate adults with Down syndrome. Recommended for Adults 18+. GiGi Prep (ages: 18+) Tuesday’s and Thursday’s 9:00am-1:00pm: 9/14-12/2 (no sessions 10/12, 10/14, 11/2, 11/4, 11/23, 11/25)

Click here to register a PARTICIPANT for programs in Brentwood

Click here to register as a VOLUNTEER for programs in Brentwood

Programs Offered In-Person at Northfield Church (Gallatin Location)

Our programs for participants age: 0-5 will meet from 6:00pm-6:45pm. Our programs for participants 5+ will meet from 6:00pm-7:00pm. All programs will be on Tuesday evenings. 

2 AND UNDER
The perfect place to meet new friends, learn and grow, while parents have the opportunity to socialize and network with one another. Recommended for ages pre-natal to 2 years old.

LEAPS & BOUNDS
A play-based program for children ages 3-5 that focuses on success in preschool and kindergarten. Students will participate in fun and engaging activities that provide opportunities for following routines, small group participation, movement and interaction with their environment. Family members are key participants in this program and will encourage their child to reach his or her Best of All throughout each session.  Recommended for ages 3-5 year olds.

KIDS CLUB
Supports the development of social skills and language through peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. This program will also support gross motor skills through active games, fine motor and self-help skills through meal/snack preparation and activities. Recommended for 5-12 year-olds.

GIGI’S KITCHEN TEENS & ADULTS
Designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through nutrition education, kitchen safety, food preparation, social activities and a shared meal/snack. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will learn about and progress through skills including measurements, food handling, knife skills, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will be introduced to various cooking techniques. The GiGi’s Kitchen Adult program will build participants self-esteem and self-confidence through nutrition and wellness!

Click here to register a PARTICIPANT for Northfield 

Click here to register as a VOLUNTEER for Northfield 

If you have any questions about fall 2021 programs, please reach out to Carlie Long at clong@gigisplayhouse.org