Full Life Academy Classes

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Do you have questions about transitioning into adulthood and what comes next? AutismUp's Center for Community Transition can help! Would you like to learn more about the Full Life Academy, and how our innovative classes will help you address your personal goals for lifelong skill development? Would you like to learn more about a particular class? We'd love to talk with you and share how AutismUp can help.

Contact: Jeanne Ricigliano
Director, AutismUp Center for Community Transition
Tel: (585) 248-9011 x123
Email: jricigliano@autismup.org


Registration for the Spring Term will begin on Wednesday March 13th for rollover families. Open registration will begin on Monday March 18th.

Spring Term will begin on Tuesday April 9th.

***We will not be holding classes on Monday April 8th due to the Solar Eclipse. The Spring Term will run from Tuesday 4/9-Monday 6/24.

If you have participated in classes in 2024 please log in and register for classes in the AutismUp Participant Portal. If you are new to AutismUp or did not participate in the 2024 Winter Term please register here. Once you have submitted your registration someone will be in touch with you about the next steps in the process!

What Classes is my child/am I enrolled in? Check My Educational Activities on the AutismUp Participant Portal. CLICK HERE to access the portal. Use the login info emailed to you (email will not work to sign in)

All About Anime
​All About Anime will explore the genre of Anime including the history, common features and writing and drawing characteristics. Participants will be able to share about their personal interests in Anime, create their own characters and writings. The facilitator will guide participants through the process and encourage collaboration.
  • $480
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • All About Anime
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning Connections On Site Student
Baking Time & More *NEW
Baking Time is a class for youth and young adults to introduce baking concepts, kitchen safety and more. Participants in this class will gain confidence and increase independence in the kitchen while learning to follow a recipe as they whip up delicious dishes together. While working with peers, social skills and team building skills are also developed! Ages 11+
  • $515
  • Apr 12 - Jun 21
  • Baking Time & More
    • ** Session full **
My Home Fun & Talent Lifelong Learning On Site
Body-Mind Connections
Body-Mind Connections is a class designed to teach individuals how to identify their physical/body awareness and well-being as it relates to mindfulness, wellness, and overall health. Using methods such as self-awareness through journaling, meditation, vision boards, stress relief (stress balls, mindfulness jars, painting, etc.), music, breathing exercises, visualization, body scanning and setting intentions for self. Improving overall health and self-care, building confidence and relationships are just a few goals of Body-Mind Connections!
  • $505
  • Apr 09 - Jun 18
  • Body-Mind Connections
    • ** Session full **
Wellness On Site Student
Chefs Circle
Participants will learn to build skills toward independence in healthy meal planning, reading and following a recipe; and kitchen safety in a small group setting. Participants will learn how to use these skills to make a healthy snack, breakfast, lunch or dinner. 16+
  • $545
  • Apr 10 - Jun 19
  • Chefs Circle
    • ** Session full **
My Home Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Cooking Basics
Participants learn to build skills toward independence in healthy meal planning, reading and following a recipe; and kitchen safety. Participants will learn how to use these skills to make a healthy snack, breakfast, lunch or dinner.
  • $580
  • Apr 09 - Jun 18
  • Cooking Basics II
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Apr 10 - Jun 19
  • Cooking Basics III
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Apr 12 - Jun 21
  • Cooking Basics IV
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • Cooking Basics I
    • ** Session full **
My Home Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Cooking with Small Appliances
Join us in learning how to create simple, everyday meals with small appliances, such as an air fryer, toaster oven, blender and skillet. Participants will work collaboratively with instructors and peers to create budget friendly and nutritious meals & learn innovative ways to use small appliances for meal planning. 16+
  • $545
  • Apr 09 - Jun 18
  • Cooking with Small Appliances I
    • ** Session full **
  • $545
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • Cooking with Small Appliances II
    • ** Session full **
My Home Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Create, Connect, Explore
Create, Connect, Explore is a class that offers individuals the opportunity to explore and build upon their creativity. Inspiration will be offered and gained from visiting with local artists and observing many different art forms. Participants will practice and create their own work in the fashion of the featured art form and can discuss the community art experience with peers and express their interest in expanding on their own art. Some community art opportunities will include pottery, sewing, welding and stained glass to name a few.
  • $545
  • Apr 09 - Jun 18
  • Create, Connect, Explore
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent On Site
Creative Expressions
Creative Expressions is an interactive class that provides individuals the opportunity to explore a variety of artistic and creative mediums. Lesson plans will incorporate a variety of projects including, but not limited to the following areas: canvas art, clay, acrylic and watercolor painting, decoupage, optical art, holiday décor, ceramics, beadwork, collages, mosaics and more. Work along with our instructors and celebrate your creativity.
  • $545
  • Apr 10 - Jun 19
  • Creative Expressions II
    • ** Session full **
  • $545
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • Creative Expressions I
    • ** Session full **
My Home Fun & Talent Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Everyday STEM
Everyday STEM is an engaging and participant driven class in which individuals will engage in solving everyday challenges through the use of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Participants will have the opportunity to develop 21st century skills of thinking critically, being creative and communicating and collaborating with others. They will be invited to explore a variety of materials such as legos, copper tape, wires, circuit boards, simple tools and more. Participants will be exposed to different areas of science and get to meet and interact with professionals in the science and engineering field. They will be supported with skills such as learning about current issues, planning out solutions, building and testing. If you are interested in the science field, you enjoy hands-on experiences and conducting experiments, this is the class for you!
  • $480
  • Apr 12 - Jun 21
  • Everyday STEM
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Executive Functioning
The Executive Functioning class will support participants in identifying their strengths and needs. Participants will develop their skills in the area of time management, setting goals and prioritizing tasks, organization, identifying feelings and working on self-regulation, as well as becoming flexible thinkers.
  • $515
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • Executive Functioning I
    • ** Session full **
  • $515
  • Apr 13 - Jun 22
  • Executive Functioning II
    • ** Session full **
My Home Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Financial Literacy
Students learn to manage their money more effectively, spend wisely and save consistently. This class will teach students how to budget their money, make positive financial decisions, avoid financial exploitation, and equip them with technology resources to more effectively manage and monitor their finances.
  • $545
  • Apr 10 - Jun 19
  • Financial Literacy I
    • ** Session full **
  • $545
  • Apr 13 - Jun 22
  • Financial Literacy II
    • ** Session full **
My Home Earning My Way Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Full Life Coaching
Participants will receive 1:1 coaching in individualized need areas such as Executive Functioning, reading, writing, and communication skills. Coaches will create and connect the participants with meaningful and relevant experiences.
  • $530
  • Apr 09 - Jun 24
  • Full Life Coaching
    • ** Session full **
My Home Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning Virtual On Site Student
Full Life Connections
Full Life Connections is a comprehensive social skills class that provides students the opportunity to meet new people, find common interests, and enjoy fun activities with peers. In this class students will be taught how to improve executive functioning skills, team building, effective communication, and problem solving.
  • $580
  • Apr 10 - Jun 19
  • Full Life Connections I
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Apr 12 - Jun 21
  • Full Life Connections II
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Apr 13 - Jun 22
  • Full Life Connections III
    • ** Session full **
Connections Community Engagement On Site Student
Functional Fitness
Functional Fitness is a fun and healthy way to start your day! This interactive and engaging class is designed to teach individuals a combination of both strength training and endurance. Individuals will learn and practice a variety of innovative exercises in a group and social setting, with options to individualize workouts to maximum results. Work alongside our fitness staff as you build confidence, learn the appropriate and safe techniques of utilizing equipment, and becoming a healthier individual!
  • $480
  • Apr 09 - Jun 18
  • Functional Fitness II
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Apr 10 - Jun 19
  • Functional Fitness III
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • Functional Fitness IV
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • Functional Fitness I @ NAZ
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Global Rhythms Zumba *NEW
Embark on a vibrant dance adventure, embrace the rich tapestry of world music, and the joy of movement! In our Global Rhythms Zumba class, you'll experience the infectious energy of Zumba fused with an eclectic mix of global beats, from Latin rhythms to African drums, Asian melodies, and beyond. Our playlists are carefully curated to transport you to different corners of the world, creating a dynamic and culturally immersive dance experience. Learn various dance steps from a variety of cultures and incorporate sensory elements such as scarves, ribbons, and musical instruments into your dancing. These props add a multisensory dimension to the dance routines, allowing participants to engage with the music and movement in diverse ways. Connect with your peers and build upon your social and expressive skills in a fun and positive dance environment!
  • $480
  • Apr 12 - Jun 21
  • Global Rhythms Zumba
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness On Site
Healthy Lifestyles *NEW
Healthy Lifestyles will provide participants the opportunity to be reflective about their current lifestyle choices. Instructors will work with participants to understand how health and wellness impact them as a whole person. The focus areas will be on diet and exercise, sleep and relaxation habits, media balance and planning for social and fulfilling activities.
  • $480
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • Healthy Lifestyles
    • ** Session full **
Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site
My Place
Having our own space makes us feel good, but it can also be a lot to manage. Through guided lesson plans and facilitation that focuses on individual skill levels we will use scenarios, peer feedback and teachable moments to increase safety awareness, home management skills and problem solving across the home setting (environment). My Place will also support short term and long term goal setting (as a way to plan for future independence and community living; with a focus on living options, safety, self-advocacy, budgeting and individual skill development).
  • $480
  • Apr 10 - Jun 19
  • My Place II
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • My Place I @ NAZ
    • ** Session full **
My Home Earning My Way Community Engagement On Site Student
Navigating Nature @ EquiCenter
Navigating Nature at EquiCenter is an exciting and interactive class that will allow individuals the opportunity to explore EquiCenter's 200-acre outdoor education facility to encourage healthier lifestyles. Activities are conducted indoors and outdoors and will include indoor gardening in the greenhouse, making maple syrup, creating nature crafts, and more. Lesson plans are designed to teach participants a variety of aspects including safety surrounding nature and animal life, and learning to identify the many experiences of nature. Building confidence, relationships, personal safety, nature awareness, and fitness are just a few goals of Navigating Nature!
  • $580
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • Navigating Nature
    • ** Session full **
Wellness Getting Around Connections Community Engagement Off Site
Navigating Relationships @ NAZ
Relationships can be tricky but also rewarding. Through guided reflection, group discussions, and activities, we'll explore how relationships can be challenging for all of us. As a result of this course, participants will be able to describe and practice various strategies to navigate complex social relationships, situations, and scenarios. Some of the selected topics will include social media, dating/romance, and identity.
  • $420
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • Navigating Relationships
    • ** Session full **
My Home Wellness Lifelong Learning Connections Off Site Student
Next Up Parent Workshops
Join other parents of teens and young adults to learn more about the transition out of school, and setting up your child for adult success.
  • free
  • Apr 29 - Apr 29
  • Executive Functioning
    • ** Session full **
  • free
  • May 13 - May 13
  • Social Emotional Learning
    • ** Session full **
On Site Parent / Guardian / Caregiver
Readers and Writers Workshop
Readers and Writers workshop is a creative writing class for all levels. Participants will have the opportunity to work both collaboratively and independently to write short stories, poems and skits. The instructor will guide participants through the decision making process and facilitate peer to peer feedback.
  • $515
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • Writers and Readers Workshop
    • ** Session full **
My Home Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Ready, Set, Goals!
Goal setting is an essential aspect of personal and professional growth. It enables you to see a path towards an achievement. This interactive class will provide an in-depth dive into setting, planning and executing your personal goals using individualized lesson plans. Individuals will utilize our specialized software with instructor support, while working alongside peers.
  • $480
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • Ready, Set, Goals!
    • ** Session full **
My Home Fun & Talent Wellness Getting Around Earning My Way Lifelong Learning Connections Community Engagement On Site Student
Roc Behind the Scenes
Have you wondered what happens behind the scenes in a local business? This class will enable participants to explore behind the scenes in a variety of local businesses and destinations in our community.
  • $495
  • Apr 09 - Jun 18
  • Roc Behind the Scenes
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Earning My Way Lifelong Learning Connections Community Engagement On Site Off Site Student
Run for Fun @ NAZ *NEW
The Run for Fun class will be specifically for adults in our Full Life Academy program. In the class participants will engage in the sport of running in a supportive community. We will set personal goals, learn about conditioning and stretching, running form and strategies to improve running and meet personal goals. We will ultimately choose a community 5k to run in together.
  • $480
  • Apr 15 - Jun 24
  • Run for Fun
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness Off Site Student
Safety Awareness
Safety Awareness is a fun and interactive class designed to learn basic safety awareness from our own Monroe County First Responders. Each department will teach individuals strategies surrounding personal safety, including communicating effectively with our first responders. Individuals will participate in hands-on activities and role plays that will provide an opportunity to practice the skills and awareness they are learning in class. Building confidence, relationships, personal safety, and social readiness are just a few goals of the dynamic class of Safety Awareness.
  • $480
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • Safety Awareness
    • ** Session full **
My Home Wellness Lifelong Learning Connections Community Engagement Off Site Student
The Recording Studio Experience *NEW
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to unleash your creativity and explore the world of music composition and recording? Then this class is perfect for you! Join us for an unforgettable experience where you'll compose your own song in a professional recording studio. You will book a 2-hour session on either Sunday, June 2nd or June 9th between 1:00pm-7:00pm to record your song in the studio. With the guidance of your AutismUp instructor and studio staff, you'll be able to add your vocals and instruments to your original composition. This experience will help you see where your song can go! Please note; participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the recording studio. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore your passion for music! 12+
  • $580
  • Apr 11 - Jun 20
  • The Recording Studio Experience
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Lifelong Learning Community Engagement On Site Off Site

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Contact us to learn more about the AU Full Life Academy and to discuss enrollment options.

email: jricigliano@autismup.org
phone: (585) 248-9011x123

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