Shining Star Express offers socially supportive programs for the specially challenged
community. Classes utilize a creative arts therapy approach and are
open to a wide range of ages and disabilities. All registrations are by Director’s
approval. Contact Nina C. Reisman, Director at 201-891-2081 Ext. 123 for
further information and appointment for interview.
Ages 18 months-2 years
Wednesday TBA
Mom & Tot Classes
Meet and make friends with other
special needs children. Beginning
socialization and awareness skills
with the use of props and circle
games.
Full Members $160
Basic Members $180
Ages 2 1/2 - 4
Wednesday 1-2:30pm
Children learn socialization skills
including listening, responding,
sharing, and following directions through group and individual play.
Full Member $130
Basic Member $150
Ages 6 and up
Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm
A half-hour of swim for exercise
and social time in the pool with
instructors.
Full Member $90
Basic Member $110
Ages 6 and up
Wednesday 4:30-6:00pm
An after school snack and activity
for an hour followed by a half hour
of recreational swim. Activities vary
from cooking to arts and crafts to a
gym-related game.
Full Member $175
Basic Member $195
Ages 14 and up
Wednesday 5:15-6:15pm
For the artist who
wants to use their imagination, learn new art skills and develop fine motor skills.
Full Member $170
Basic Member $200
Ages 6-13 Junior; Ages 14+ Senior
Saturday 10:00-12:30pm
Program explores free play and
encourages interaction with staff
and friends. Movement, music, art,
cooking, computers, and more.
Indoor and outdoor activities.
Full Member $225
Basic Member $250
Ages 14 and up
Saturday 10:00-11:30pm
Free time, socializing, computer
time, and group activity followed by
drama and/or hip hop workshop.
Shining Star and 1 workshop:
Shining Star and 1 workshop:
Full Member $280
Basic Member $300
Shining Star and 2 workshops:
Full Member $320
Basic Member $340
Ages 14 and up
Saturday 12:45-1:30pm
Learn dance combinations,
develop strength and coordination
while grooving to popular music!
Full Member $125
Basic Member $150
Ages 14 and up
Saturday 11:15-12:00pm
Have fun acting with script readings
from favorite movies and shows. Learn
stage presence for SSE show.
Full Member $125
Ages 14 and up
Wednesday 6:30-7:15pm
This approach improves flexibility,
strength, and mind/body awareness. Also
incorporates beginning Tai Chi.
Full Member $125
Basic Member $150
Ages 14 and up
Friday 5:30-6:30pm
Develop conversational skills over a
pizza supper with friends. Three
Friday nights per month.
Full Member $165
Basic Member $185
Ages 14 and up
Friday 6:30-8:30pm
Socialize with friends while helping
to plan club activities, parties, and
more! Three Friday nights per
month.
Full Member $175
Basic Member $200
Monday, Thursday, Friday 9-2
For individuals 21 and older, this
curriculum is designed to build self-esteem
and self-development. Includes direction in:
- math, reading, and computer skills
- cooking
- social behavior, conversation
- swimming, workouts
- yoga
- work skill development at the "Y"
Limited enrollment.
All members: 3x week; $50 per day
*Admission into all classes by the Director's approval only.

For Students and Family Members
Student must be accompanied
by a parent in water at all times.
Pre-registration at gymnasium
front desk required.
Available the following
Sundays, 2-3pm
- January 20
- February 3
- February 17
- March 2
- March 16
- March 30
- April 13
- April 27
- May 11
- May 25
- June 8
Full Members: Free
Basic Members: $10 per family
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