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

The Summer Term will run from Monday July 8th- Monday September 23rd. We will not be holding classes on Monday September 2nd for Labor Day.

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 or Spring 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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • All About Anime
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning Connections On Site Student
AU Shark Tank **NEW
In AU Shark Tank, participants will be fully immersed in the world of entrepreneurship. They will receive support in creating business ideas as well as developing a business plan. In addition, participants will work on crafting elevator pitches and will have the opportunity to practice them. They will also gain insights into the various aspects of small business ownership.
  • $480
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • AU Shark Tank
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Earning My Way Connections Community Engagement On Site Student Community Partners
Baking Time & More
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!
  • $515
  • Jul 12 - Sep 20
  • 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
  • Jul 09 - Sep 17
  • 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.
  • $545
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • 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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • Cooking Basics I
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Jul 09 - Sep 17
  • Cooking Basics II
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • Cooking Basics III
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Jul 12 - Sep 20
  • Cooking Basics IV
    • ** 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.
  • $545
  • Jul 09 - Sep 17
  • Cooking with Small Appliances I
    • ** Session full **
  • $545
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • 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 the rich art community that Rochester has to offer. 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
  • Jul 09 - Sep 17
  • 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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • Creative Expressions I
    • ** Session full **
  • $545
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • Creative Expressions II
    • ** 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
  • Jul 12 - Sep 20
  • 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
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • Executive Functioning I
    • ** Session full **
  • $515
  • Jul 12 - Sep 20
  • 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
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • Financial Literacy I
    • ** Session full **
  • $545
  • Jul 13 - Sep 21
  • Financial Literacy II
    • ** Session full **
My Home Earning My Way Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Full Life Coaching
Participants will receive one-on-one coaching tailored to their specific needs. These classes will focus on helping individuals identify their strengths and areas for improvement, with a particular emphasis on time management, goal setting, task prioritization, organization, identifying emotions, and developing strategies for self-regulation and flexible thinking. Coaches will create and facilitate meaningful and relevant experiences for participants. Sessions are scheduled on an individual basis, either once or twice a week for 30 minutes each time.
  • $530
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • 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
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • Full Life Connections I
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Jul 12 - Sep 20
  • Full Life Connections II
    • ** Session full **
  • $580
  • Jul 13 - Sep 21
  • 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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • Functional Fitness I @ NAZ
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Jul 09 - Sep 17
  • Functional Fitness II
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • Functional Fitness III
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • Functional Fitness IV
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness Lifelong Learning On Site Student
Global Rhythms Zumba
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
  • Jul 12 - Sep 20
  • Global Rhythms Zumba
    • ** Session full **
Fun & Talent Wellness On Site
Healthy Lifestyles
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
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • 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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • My Place I @ NAZ
    • ** Session full **
  • $480
  • Jul 10 - Sep 18
  • My Place II
    • ** 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
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • 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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • 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 **
  • free
  • Jun 17 - Jun 17
  • Introduction to Transition Planning for Families and Professionals who Support Students with Disabilities
    • ** Session full **
On Site Parent / Guardian / Caregiver
Readers and Writers Workshop
Writers and Readers 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
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • 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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • 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.
  • $580
  • Jul 09 - Sep 17
  • 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
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
  • Jul 08 - Sep 23
  • 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.
  • $450
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • Safety Awareness
    • ** Session full **
My Home Wellness Lifelong Learning Connections Community Engagement Off Site Student
The Recording Studio Experience
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 to record your song in the studio. Dates and times will be determined during the session. 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!
  • $580
  • Jul 11 - Sep 19
  • 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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