• Sensory Swim Time at the Y

    Brooks Family YMCA 151 McIntire Pk Dr, Charlottesville, VA

    Sensory Swim Time at the Y Let’s Go to the Pool! (indoor) Join us for Sensory Swim Time at the Y Sunday, April 12th, 10:00 – 11:45 AM (1 hour 45 minutes) Brooks Family YMCA, 151 McIntire Pk Dr, Charlottesville Free for Y Members $5.00 for Non-Members This special swim time offers: • Reduced noise • Exclusive access for families registered for sensory swim Please RSVP to VDSA and be sure to register through the YMCA for payment. 👉 VDSA LINK: Sensory Swim Time 👉 YMCA LINK: https://tinyurl.com/4bb6epem. *Spots are limited*

  • Richmond – Family-Friendly Spring Nature Walk

    Huguenot Park 10901 Robious Rd, Richmond, VA

    Join VDSA for a family-friendly Spring Nature Walk! Sunday, May 12th at Huguenot Park 10901 Robious Rd, Richmond, VA 23235. 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Will end with snacks and drinks / All ages and siblings welcome! No charge Sign up here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/84006-richmond-nature-hikes-april-6   Led by Beyond Boundaries

  • Richmond – Learn to Ride with Beyond Boundaries

    Wee Wheel 9200 Stony Point Pkwy, Richmond, VA

    Richmond - Learn to Ride with Beyond Boundaries Beyond Boundaries Learn to Bike program is geared towards teaching riders of all levels how to ride a two-wheeled bike or to improve their biking skills. Learn to Ride is an eighth week program designed for young riders who are ready to pedal independently but haven’t quite mastered the skill yet. This class is ideal for children ready to take those first exciting steps toward riding on their own! With the guidance of our coaches. Program Dates: 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 Sign Up Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/99128-vdsa-richmond-learn-to-ride-with-beyond-boundaries

  • 321Go! Building Healthy Habits!

    VDSA Activity Room 1504 Santa Rosa Rd #124, Richmond, VA 23229, United States

    321Go! Let's Get Healthy! Event Description: 321Go! Building Healthy Habits is an eight-week program designed by the National Down Syndrome Society to promote healthy lifestyle choices in physical activity, balanced nutrition, and emotional wellness among adults with Down syndrome and their families. Every VIP/Parent, Sibling, Guardian Team will receive an NDSS 321 Go Kit with your registration. Program Dates: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28 We are excited to welcome our program instructor, Rachel Berry! Rachel Berry Rachel Berry is a playful, welcoming, and down-to-earth movement teacher with over 10 years of experience in the fitness and wellness world. Beginning her [...]

  • Virtual – Improvaneer

    Virtual – Improvaneer
    Zoom

    The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! 7:00 to 8:00 pm Returning and new participants welcome! Teens and adults are welcome to sign up! Sign Up Here: Virtual Improvaneer

  • Williamsburg Parent Respite Night

    Williamsburg Presbyterian Church 215 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia

    Self-Care Time for Caregivers! We all love our kids, and we all need some adult time too. Enjoy time away while VDSA staff and volunteers keep your children safe and occupied! This event is open to families of individuals with Down syndrome. The VDSA Parents Night Respite Event will take place on Friday, April 17th from 6 pm- 8 pm at the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church (215 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg). PLEASE DO NOT DROP OFF BEFORE 6 PM. Individuals with Down syndrome and their siblings are welcome at this event. We have revamped our Parent Respite Night to make it more fun [...]