Theater in the Workplace Transition Program
For ages 21+

This new program provides adults with special needs who have aged out of the school system & have not yet achieved the skills necessary to move into the workforce an opportunity to attend a theater vocational development program. Theater in the Workplace will focus on theater-related jobs and skills for career development. Learn & practice vocational skills in the theater industry taught by a series of professionals.

Skills that will be worked on:
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Strategies
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving
• Community Participation
• Technology/Media

Theater jobs we will learn & practice:
• Box Office
• House Manager
• Usher
• Concessions
• Prop & Costume Crew
• Stage Crew
• Fundraising

Additional Information:
• 2-year program enrollment
• Weekly class runs 2.5 hours per day

Cohort 1: Wednesday 3:30-6:00 pm | Sunday 1:30-4:00 pm
Cohort 2: Monday & Friday 10:00 am-12:30 pm
(schedule subject to change for intern experience during SYJCC plays)

• This program will include field experience with the plays at the SYJCC 600-person theater.
• Small group cohorts

Monthly Tuition $800 per month

To sign up, please contact Brittany Trebitz, x139 or btrebitz@syjcc.org

Saturday Night Out

For young adults & adults.

Enjoy a fun night out with your friends at the Suffolk Y JCC participating in sports, art, games, and more!

Saturdays | 6:30-9:00 pm

September 9, 2023 – Happy New Year!
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with your friends with an apple and honey tasting, and a fun craft!

October 14, 2023 – Baking Bonanza!
Bake banana bread with your friends!

October 28, 2023 – Hello Fall!
Welcome the new season with fall-themed crafts, games, and more!

November 4, 2023 – Karaoke!
Sing the night away doing karaoke with your friends!

November 18, 2023 – Thanksgiving Fest!
Spend the night doing Thanksgiving-themed activities!

December 2, 2023 – Movie Night!
Relax and enjoy a movie in the SYJCC theater and make your own movie snack to go along.

December 16, 2023 – Pizza Night!
Make your own pizza with all your favorite toppings!

Member $30 per class
Non-Member $42 per class

Registration needs to be completed no later than the Friday before each program date.

To sign up, please contact Brittany Trebitz, x139 or btrebitz@syjcc.org or Caitlyn Fusco, x142, cfusco@syjcc.org

Multi-Sports

This class will explore a multitude of sports in an adapted way. This includes warm-ups, team collaboration, stretching, and fun-filled sport activities.

Sundays | 10:00-11:00 am

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

Swim

Learn about water safety and swim play, while forming connections and friendships!

Sundays | 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

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Art

Enjoy a textile artistic experience working with a variety of different mediums to create your own artwork.

Sundays | 12:00-1:00 pm

Member $35
Non-Member $42

To sign up, please

Yoga

This class incorporates adapted yoga postures, gentle movement sequences, and supported silent meditation.

Sundays | 1:00-2:00 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

Journalism 101

Learn basic journalism skills and journalism specific writing to collectively create a monthly newsletter.

Tuesdays | 9:45-10:30 am

Member $35
Non-Member $47

To sign up, please

Spin

Indoor cycling class that focuses on endurance and strength while listening to your favorite music.

10:45-11:30 am

Member $25
Non-Member $37

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Zumba

Learn basic easy-to-learn movements based on Latin American dance rhythms.

12:30-1:15 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

Scrapbooking

This class will explore different types of scrapbooking layouts, materials, and themes. Everyone will make their own individual scrapbook.

1:30-2:15 pm

Member $35
Non-Member $47

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Music

Develop skills in general music, while being empowered to perform, create, and connect with music.

2:30-3:30 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

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Magic of  Music

Using rational and evidence-based practices, this program will use musical interventions to explore different styles of music and help participants reach their musical goals.

3:30-4:30 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

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Art – Spirit Of Huntington

Learn about various artists in an environment that fosters creativity and building self-esteem through artistic expression.

9:45-10:30 am

Member $45
Non-Member $57

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Stretch and Tone

Warm up with a series of cardio exercises, walk/jog, and games like freeze-tag. That is followed by stretching and balance activities.
Equipment like stability balls, Pilates rings, etc. is used as well. Strength training is done at the end of the class using body weight
activities like push-ups, sit-ups, etc.

10:45-11:45 am

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

Basic Theater Practices

This class will teach the basics of theater through individual and collaborative applied drama techniques, such as, theater games, improvisation, role play, and voice and body work. Theater practices can improve communication and inferencing skills, coping and problem solving strategies, and overall happiness.

12:30-1:15 pm

Member $35
Non-Member $47

To sign up, please

Water Aerobics

Immerse in water while doing aerobic exercise. Combine the sensory benefit of being in the water with a low impact workout. Water aerobics is great for cardiovascular health and increased flexibility and mobility.

1:30-2:15 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

Yoga

Enjoy yoga for an hour with a certified yoga teacher, then enjoy a light snack, group games, etc.

2:30-3:30 pm
3:30-5:30 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)

This class is an introductory STEM course. In this class individuals will get hands on experience learning about
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Individuals will conduct science experiments, learn about technology,
construct hands on engineering projects, and do introductory mathematics activities.

9:45-10:30 am

Member $35
Non-Member $47

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Dance Aerobics

During Dance Aerobics individuals will exercise, combining aerobics with dance steps while listening to their favorite music.

10:45-11:30 am

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

Pilates

This Pilates class will focus on strength, stability, posture, and flexibility. Individuals will work to balance
all muscle groups’ strength and flexibility, using slow, controlled motions.

12:00-12:45 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

The Basics of Baking

This class will teach you the fundamentals of baking. Topics will include baking terminology, tools, equipment, functions of ingredients, and more! Bake some sweet and savory treats!

12:45-2:15 pm

Member $45
Non-Member $57

To sign up, please

Music- Spirit of Huntington

Introduction to Fitness

Enjoy various fitness activities like, walking the track, calisthenics, basketball, etc. A light snack is included.

3:30-5:30 pm

Member $25
Non-Member $37

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Butler Theater Company

BTC produces multi-sensory theater. It strives to enrich the lives of individuals by increasing access to theater and fostering the
use of performance as a channel for expression. Everyone works towards and participates in a performance.

4:30-6:00 pm

Member $35
Non-Member $47

To sign up, please

Magic of Music

Using rational an evidence-based practices, this program will use musical interventions to explore different styles of music and help participants each their musical goals.

9:45-10:30 am 

Member $25
Non-Member $37

To sign up, please

Nutrition through Cooking

Swim

Off Canvas Art

Enjoy a textile artistic experience working with a variety of different mediums to create your own artwork off a canvas.

1:30-2:15 pm

Member $35
Non-Member $47

To sign up, please

Martial Arts

An introduction to traditional martial arts.

2:30-3:30 pm

Member $35
Non-Member $47

To sign up, please