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Prezuki is a music program designed for young musicians ages 18 months – turning 4 years old. (Norfolk location)
Music Lessons - Instruction is offered in piano, voice and most orchestral instruments.
Band-Together is a pilot program through Academy of Music that provides instrumental music instruction for individuals with and without disabilities on traditional band instruments (flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, percussion.)
Locations in Hampton, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach
Adaptive Dance for All is a program for children and adults of all ages in an inclusive atmosphere. This program serves any mental or physical disabilities to develop social skills, independence, motor learning, and verbal proficiency. Programs are offered throughout the year.
Dance for ages 18 months and up. Dance with Me, Pre-Ballet, Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theater and Dance for Special Needs. Summer Programs for all ages.
The Endependence Center, Incorporated (ECI) is a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, non-residential, private, non-profit Center for Independent Living (CIL) operated by and for individuals with disabilities in South Hampton Roads.
Homeschool Plus is dedicated to encouraging Christian homeschooling families in their commitment to provide the best possible education for their children. Offering a full range of enrichment and academic classes for PreK - 12th grade.
Hurrah Players Ages 5+, Performing Arts programs for Acting, Dance, Musical Theatre, & Inclusive/Adaptive Classes. TV & Film Academy programs are now also available for ages 12-19. Summer/Spring Break Camps available.
Nature-based preschool movement classes, physical therapy and wellness consults.
Held in Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas, these nature-based outdoor classes (“Nature Wigglers”) will focus on gross and fine motor movement with a nature or outdoor theme each week. These classes will be geared towards ages 2-6 of all abilities and held at a variety of locations in the region. Siblings under the age of 2 are free to tag along. Please sign up for my email list to hear about future classes. Spots ARE limited and this will be a caregiver and child class. Themes for each class may change depending on weather. All are welcome and I would love to make sure I can adapt and accommodate anyone with specific needs. Please don’t hesitate to email me at thesleepdpt@gmail.com if you have any questions/concerns.
Swimming lessons for children that cater to individual swimmers' needs and abilities.
Parent-child music and movement class for ages 8 months to 4 years old. In our class, we play our instruments to rhythmic patterns, tap along to the beat, and express ourselves through movement. Weekend and weekday classes available. Birthday parties available.
Classes are available in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, as well as occasionally in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Windsor
Free admission during the 2024 Holidays! Multiple operating model railroads will be displayed. Build your own railroad inside the museum using STEM. Fun, entertaining, and educational.
A comprehensive program that gives individuals with disabilities the opportunity to develop functional skills through therapy, acquire leisure skills through leisure education, and enhance leisure lifestyles through recreation participation in the least restrictive environment, based on each individual's needs.
Hampton Roads only process art studio! Art opportunities for all ages! Classes - Camps - Open Studio - Parties - Workshops. Prek - Adults.
Social Building Blocks is designed for 3 to 6 aged neurodivergent children, focusing on developing and practicing social skills through purposeful play. Participants, and their caregivers, will be given the opportunity to engage with one another in a welcoming and inclusive environment, creating social connections with those in their community. During this program, participants will engage in structured play, music and movement, and arts and crafts activities, tailored toward turn taking, sharing, and building connections.
Social Building Blocks is being offered at mutliple South Hampton Roads YMCA locations, and new sessions will be offered each month. Sign up today!
Special Needs Clubs of Hampton Roads are inclusive community programs designed to empower individuals with disabilities by creating safe, supportive, and engaging spaces to connect, grow, and thrive. These clubs offer social, recreational, educational, and life-skills activities that promote independence, confidence, and meaningful friendships. Serving children, teens, and adults across the Hampton Roads area, the clubs celebrate abilities, encourage self-expression, and foster a strong sense of belonging. Through collaboration with families, volunteers, and local partners, Special Needs Clubs of Hampton Roads help participants build skills, discover passions, and enjoy full participation in their community.
Swimming at the Y helps people thrive—in and out of the water. Swim lessons provide kids and teens with the opportunity to set goals and achieve success, learn water safety and enjoy swimming as a form of exercise. Through swimming lessons, swim teams, lap swimming and more, the YMCA of the South Hampton Roads provides a safe environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
AQUATIC PROGRAMS
- Swim Lessons
- Swim Teams
- Adaptive Swimming
- Family Open Swim
- Water Safety Programs
- Water Exercise Classes
POOL LOCATIONS
Chesapeake:
Great Bridge Family YMCA
Greenbrier Family YMCA
Taylor Bend Family YMCA
Norfolk:
Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA
Y on Granby (Outdoor pool only from May 23- August 18)
Portsmouth:
YMCA of Portsmouth
Effingham Street Family YMCA (Outdoor pool only from May 24- August 25)
Suffolk:
Suffolk Family YMCA
Virginia Beach:
Hilltop Family YMCA
Indian River Family YMCA
Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA
Princess Anne Family YMCA
Multiple programs for Hampton Roads families including fitness and athletic programs for kids and families, toddler programs, swim lessons, arts and theater programs, preschool programs, before/after school child care, summer and out of school camps, teen leadership programs and more.
