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Stay active, creative, and connected with our diverse range of weekly community classes designed for all skill levels and abilities. From fitness and yoga to art exploration and music, our classes offer something for everyone. Join us throughout the week to learn new skills, make friends, and have fun in an inclusive and supportive environment. Classes are offered in person, virtually or hybrid.
Join LI Strive at Sweet Moments Bakery for some fun learning to decorate, create and bakes sweet treats!
This class is for everyone 14 and offered 2 Mondays per month, 7/6/26 and 7/20/26. August dates tba
The Connected & Confident Teen Group (Ages 14–18) at LI Strive is an interactive class designed to help teens build confidence, strengthen friendships, and successfully navigate real-world social situations in a supportive and inclusive environment. Through guided instruction, group discussions, hands-on activities, role-playing, and real-life practice, participants develop the tools needed to connect with others, communicate effectively, and feel more confident in everyday situations.
Instructor: Lori Phelan, MSW
A curriculum-based community class focused on executive functioning, creating friendships, navigating social situations (including social media), learning compensatory skills and building social confidence. Each session includes instruction, discussion, activities, and real-world practice. Led by a licensed social worker.
Skills & Outcomes:
Instructor: Lori Phelan, LMSW
Join us for Gaming U, a fun and interactive class where strategy, critical thinking, and teamwork come to life! In this engaging program, students will learn how to play a variety of popular games such as chess, Uno, and Monopoly. Each session includes guided instruction on rules, game strategy, and fair play, followed by hands-on gameplay where students can apply what they’ve learned. Whether you're new to these games or looking to sharpen your skills, Gaming U offers a supportive environment to learn, connect, and have fun with friends
Offered to everyone 14+.
Instructor: David Cooke
Come enjoy some games, fun and socialization with us at LI Strive. This is an independent FREE time to relax and have fun with friends. Feel free to bring a game, snack or drink!
MUST be a current LI Strive student and register EVERY week online.
Step into the spotlight with our Musical Theatre class at LI Strive! This exciting and inclusive community class is perfect for anyone who loves to sing, dance and act. Whether your a seasoned performer or trying the stage for the first time, our supportive environment will help you build confidence, develop your skills and bring characters to life.
This class is offered to everyone 18 and older.
Instructor: Courtney Clancy
Our Mixed Martial Arts class is designed for teens and adults ages 14+. Students will learn a combination of martial arts styles in a support inclusive environment.
What you will learn in this class:
Mondays: 5:00-6:00 PM
Instructor: Steve Ventimiglia
Discover the calming and empowering practice of Tai Chi at LI Strive! This gentle, flowing movement class is designed to help you improve balance, flexibility, and overall well-being. Rooted in ancient Chinese tradition, Tai Chi is a mindful practice that reduces stress, enhances focus, and promotes inner peace.
Our Strength and Conditioning class teaches the basics of aerobic, low impact strength and conditioning exercises in a fun, engaging small group setting.
This class is offered to everyone ages 14+.
Instructor: Dr Heidi MacAlpine
This Community class builds understanding of healthy food choices and how nutrition supports the body and mind, teaches the importance of exercise and movement for physical health, emotional regulation, and confidence, encourages positive self-care routines, including hygiene, rest, stress management, and emotional awareness and strengthens daily living skills such as planning, budgeting, decision-making, and independence. It includes simple, healthy recipe preparation, promoting kitchen safety, teamwork, and independence and supports social skills development, including communication, cooperation, and turn-taking.
Open to everyone 14+
Instructor: Christine Racca, MS Ed, SDA, Dr Heidi MacAlpine
As a Healthcare provider, yoga instructor and certified trauma informed practioner, Dr. Heidi MacAlpine ensures that our yoga classes adapt to support the whole person, taking into consideration sensory, muscular and respiratory systems. This class supports participants different learning styles and abilities and adapts and modifies instruction through props, movements and the human body to provide the necessary input to support participation. We offer small group, partner and individual lessons. Please bring your own mat.
This class is offered to everyone 14 and older.
Come join us for a fun class where students will learn to dance to a variety of genres and dance party songs! Bring your grooves to the next dance party or event!!!
Offered to everyone Ages 7-15
Class Instructor: Courtney Clancy
A small-group Movement & Wellness class designed to support essential life skills, improve independence, and enhance overall well-being. Participants work on movement, strength, and attention in a supportive environment.
You Will Learn:
Pricing:
Class fee: $110/class
Skills & Outcomes:
Instructor: Heidi MacAlpine, Certified Wellness and Trauma Informed Instructor, Christine Racca, MS ED.
At LI Strive, our Rhythm & Drumming class offers an interactive and inclusive musical experience where participants explore self-expression, creativity, and connection through sound and movement. Each class combines guided instruction, hands-on practice, movement, and group participation. Students will explore different styles of rhythm, experiment with creating their own beats, and engage in collaborative musical collaboration.
Join us for our Community Explorations community class at LI Strive for everyone 14+. This class offers monthly opportunities to learn about and from a variety of local community environments. Our class begins and ends at LI Strive with lessons, discussions and activities specific to the days offsite classroom. Our curriculum includes learning about environmental awareness, how to follow a scavenge hunt, guided tours, learn from nature, animals and their habitats and engaging projects and lessons.
Join us for Community Explorations to include:
All costs include entry fee. Support workers entry is FREE for MOST classes(as needed).
Offered to everyone 14+
Instructor: Christine Racca
Our Dance Fusion class offers a small group setting where you will learn the fundamentals of dance, in a variety of genres. Join us to learn some party dances as well!
This class is offered to everyone ages 16+.
Instructor: Courtney Clancy
Step into the spotlight with Sing & Shine, where our talented performing arts instructor offers lessons in the fundamentals of performance singing. This class focuses on song quality, vocal technique, and stage presence while exploring a variety of musical genres.
In our small group setting, you will build confidence, develop your unique voice, and learn the art of collaborating and performing as a team. Whether you're a beginner or have singing experience, this class offers a supportive and engaging space to grow as a performer.
Join us and let your voice shine!
Offered to everyone 18+.
Instructor: Courtney Clancy
Our Mixed Martial Arts class is designed for teens and adults ages 14+. In this small class students will learn a combination of martial arts styles in a support inclusive environment.
What you will learn in this class:
Sundays: 12:30-1:30 PM
Instructor: Steve Ventimiglia
In this class students will create and savor delicious dishes alongside your friends.
We will focus on simple, replicable recipes while learning to measure ingredients, follow instructions, and share our culinary creations.
Dates/day/times: 2/18/26-8/31/26
2 classes offered on Sundays:
1:30-2:30 PM OR
2:30-3:30 PM (this time is currently FULL)
Open to Everyone 14+
Class Instructor: Christine Racca, MS Ed, S.D.A.
Our Mixed Martial Arts class is designed for teens and adults ages 14+. Students will learn a combination of martial arts styles in a support inclusive environment.
What you will learn in this class:
Sundays: 1:30-2:30 PM
Instructor: Steve Ventimiglia
THIS CLASS IS FULL BUT WE HAVE OPENINGS IN OUR 12:30 PM CLASS!
In our Art Exploration class students will travel through time learning about influential art movements and legendary artists—from cave paintings and Renaissance masters to modern design and pop art. Each week includes guided sketching, hands-on drawing and painting projects, and space for students to develop their own unique style.
This class is perfect for artists who are curious about how art has shaped the world—and are excited to create some of their own!
Sundays: 3:30-4:30 PM
Instructor: Courtney DeMola
Enhance your skills and knowledge with our specialized training sessions designed for caregivers, educators, and support professionals. Our trainings cover a range of topics, from effective communication techniques to self-care strategies, all tailored to support caregivers as well as those working with individuals with disabilities. Join us to learn, grow, and make a positive impact in an inclusive environment
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