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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.
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 9-15.
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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.
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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.
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Join Chef Paula & Cooking With Stars on Tuesdays to make delicious & nutritious recipes from scratch. These classes are hands-on and chefs will learn how to measure, mix, slice, chop, sauté, etc. Each class will feature a fun food holiday, theme, or signature recipe. More than just learning to cook & become more independent, students will learn about food hygiene, mathematics of measuring, food chemistry, teamwork, communication, plus the featured tool of the week. After cooking, our students will socialize and enjoy what they created together.
CLASS OPTION 1 FOR EVERYONE 14+:
Classes: Tuesdays 2:00-3:30pm
Dates: 6/24/25-8/26/25
Class Instructors: Chef Paula & Cooking with Stars
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 16+.
Click the 'register for this class' button and let us know you would like to attend this class. We will work with you on all the details and save your spot!
Join Chef Paula & Cooking With Stars on Tuesdays to make delicious & nutritious recipes from scratch. These classes are hands-on and chefs will learn how to measure, mix, slice, chop, sauté, etc. Each class will feature a fun food holiday, theme, or signature recipe. More than just learning to cook & become more independent, students will learn about food hygiene, mathematics of measuring, food chemistry, teamwork, communication, plus the featured tool of the week. After cooking, our students will socialize and enjoy what they created together.
CLASS OPTION 2 FOR EVERYONE 14+:
Classes: Tuesdays 5:00-6:30pm
Dates: 6/24/25-8/26/25
Class Instructors: Chef Paula & Cooking with Stars
LI Strive’s Connected & Confident Level 1 Course: Navigating Friendship, Dating 101, and Social Media connections is a 12-week community curriculum-based class course to build social confidence, learn about relationships, and practice essential skills for meaningful connection.
Each class includes instruction, discussion, activities, and real-world practice, co-led by a licensed social worker and peer mentor.
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Join us at LI Strive for our Movement and Wellness Class designed to support essential life skills, improve independence, and enhance overall well-being. Join our small groups to support your unique emotional and physical well being.
You will learn:
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Join us at LI Strive for our Movement and Wellness Class designed to support essential life skills, improve independence, and enhance overall well-being. Join our small groups to support your unique emotional and physical well being.
You will learn:
Click the 'register for this class' button and let us know you would like to attend this class. We will work with you on all the details and save your spot!
Join us this summer for our Community Explorations community class at LI Strive for everyone 14+. This class offers weekly 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).
Meet at LI Strive at 1:30pm and return to LI Strive at 3:30 pm.
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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+.
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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!
Click the 'register for this class' button and let us know you would like to attend this class. We will work with you on all the details and save your spot!
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!
Click the 'register for this class' button and let us know you would like to attend this class. We will work with you on all the details and save your spot!
Our Dance Fusion class offers a small group setting where you will learn the fundamentals of dance, in a variety of genres. Come join us to learn some party dances too!
For everyone ages 9-15.
Click the 'register for this class' button and let us know you would like to attend this class. We will work with you on all the details and save your spot!
Our mind/body yoga class offers a small class size setting teaching gentle movements and modified yoga postures designed to accommodate all abilities and experience levels. These small groups are designed to support your unique physical and emotional well-being.
This class is offered to everyone 14+.
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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!
Each class includes:
This class is offered to everyone 12+.
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This fun-filled, hands-on class is perfect for celebrating the beauty of creating. Gather with friends, family, and fellow crafters to make unique seasonal decorations and keepsakes to brighten your home.
In this class you will learn:
Instructor: Jennifer Swenning, MS ED
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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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