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You can now train for the Special Olympics Swim Team in Manhattan at the 92Y. The Flying Dolphins Team was created specifically for teens and young adults. Generally, the team trains for events by working on certain skills such as freestyle and backstroke. Being that some swimmers may not be as capable, there are also fundamental events for less advanced swimmers. For this reason, the Special Olympics ensures that opportunities are available for all abilities.

Training to participate in competitions around New York is an exciting way to get in shape while also making new friends.

Likewise, The Y also offers other aquatics, fitness, and dance classes to children with special needs. During Private coaching sessions, students can also be trained in a Fitness Program. The program, Let’s Get Movin’ is geared specifically for those with Autism.

However, the program can be adapted by the instructional coaches to teens with differing abilities besides autism. For the purpose of being inclusive to all the Y is continually increasing its offerings to the Special Needs NYC Community. Therefore, you might call to inquire about new or other existing options available. Accordingly, everyone that I’ve encountered at Manhattan 92Y has always been friendly. From the Special Olympics Swim Coach to the Phone Operator they are ready to help YOU.

Moreover, there are three elevators in the building giving all access to individuals in wheelchairs. What are you waiting for? Let’s do this.

https://www.92y.org/search?searchtext=special+needs&searchmode=anywordorsynonyms

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Did you know that there is an outstanding Special Needs Program at the JCC on the Upper West Side? In fact, it’s called the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan. Now I have to pause a moment and tell you about Marlene Meyerson. They named the building after her because she was one of the building’s primary donors for over 20 years. But here’s my favorite part. She’s originally from Galveston, Texas, my hometown. Galveston is not very big especially compared to NYC. So I was extremely excited to find that out one day when I was reading about Marlene.

Anyway back to the Special Needs Program at JCC. The center prides itself on inclusivity and accessibility. And for this reason, there is a vast amount of programming provided throughout the year.

Furthermore, this JCC is home to the Penguins, a Special Olympics Swim team that trains teens and young adults at the center twice a week. Aquatic skills and self-discipline go hand in hand when you are swimming to compete. Coaches continually provide support and encouragement

More examples of social programs for Special Needs Teens and Tweens include Community Cooks, Girls Night Out, and Transitions Lounge. Individuals who are not Jewish or are in a wheelchair are also welcome into this diverse environment of acceptance. Join the Marlene Meyerson JCC community with a click below.

https://jccmanhattan.org/children-families/tweens-teens/special-needs-programs

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