No Limits
Everyone deserves a chance to participate in YMCA programming.
The Poole Family YMCA is committed to serving families with special needs through youth and adult programs, membership, wellness and specialized programming. We're creating adapted program opportunities for participants with cognitive or developmental challenges.
"We want all children and families to be able to participate in YMCA programs," says Beth Poter, Membership Engagement Director for the Poole Y.
No Limits is involved with several groups: Y.A.S.S., Club G.R.A.C.E, Camp G.R.A.C.E and more. We also work with many amazing partners and rely on volunteer support.
You can find more information and upcoming programs here, or join our Facebook group for regular updates and contact our staff to be added to our NLI interest list to receive email communications!
To get involved or learn more, contact Melisa Dudley.
Regular & Ongoing
Mondays and Fridays at 11:30 a.m.
Adaptive Fitness and Play
Welcoming ALL cognitive abilities! This class is open to anyone who’d like to attend but will be adapted to the participants with cognitive or developmental challenges. The class will have structure, yet remain fluid depending on needs. We will work on strength, coordination, cardio, drills and integrate interaction with others throughout the class!
Upcoming for all No Limits Groups
Nov. 17 - Friendsgiving: Enjoy a meal together with gratitude.
Dec. 14 - Holiday Party (3 - 5 p.m.) Join us for crafts, dancing, cookie-decorating, snacks and a visit with Santa.
Y.A.S.S.
"Young Adults Serving and Socializing" is a partnership with We Will Walk With You to offer a once-a-month teen and young adult gathering. We spend time in community, work on community service and have fun!
Y.A.S.S. takes place on the third Monday of each month from 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Club G.R.A.C.E.
Join us once a month at the Y! Parents and caregivers will be able to drop off participants of all ages from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. while we enjoy fun activities together.
Nov. 3 - Adaptive Cooking Class and Veterans Day Project: Wrap water bottles with labels to be distributed to local veterans and military members.
Camp G.R.A.C.E. (Summer Only)
Camp G.R.A.C.E. is a day camp designed for children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD), Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other special needs. Each session of Camp G.R.A.C.E. operates for one week, with each session focusing on building specific skills incorporating therapeutic ideas from many disciplines. Learn more and apply online.
