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Giborim U COURSE CATALOG ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS FALL 2018AUGUST 26 - DECEMBER 1, 2018On the Nina & Louis Silverman Campus David Posnack JCC5850 S. Pine Island Road • Davie, Florida 33328954.434.0499 | giborimu.org | dpjcc.org

Background & HistoryThe J opened in 1983 and serves all residents of the community, regardless of ethnicity, age ordisability. Its premier special needs summer camp, Camp Giborim, serves over 150 children andyoung adults from 3 years and up. The mission of Camp Giborim, meaning “heroes” in Hebrew,is to offer a traditional recreational summer camp environment for special needs campers withautism, Down syndrome, developmental delays and various other disabilities. The camp is filledwith innovative activities and creative programming within a culture of inclusion.The special needs population expressed a need for a year-round program for youth and adults.The J, committed to meeting these needs, developed Giborim U (Gib U), a program offeringenrichment classes and social events.Giborim U MissionGiborim U is a program for children, teens and adults with special needs and includes courses in fitness, the arts, sports, recreation,life skills and health and wellness. Participants will enrich their lives socially and behaviorally while gaining independence andcommunication skills, as they forge genuine connections to each other and the community.Areas of Focus The Arts: Theater | Film | Music | Visual Arts | DramaGiborim U will focus on the following areas: Drawing & Painting | Culinary | Dance | GardeningSports & Wellness: Life Skills: Fitness | Weight Training | Basketball Activities of Daily Living | Personal Care | Computer Skills Yoga | Karate | Circuit Training Community Skills | Employment Skills | Cooking SkillsSocialization: Social Skills | Group Dynamics | Team BuildingPopulations Served: Registration/Intake Process/Class DatesAges Served: Youth (6+) First-time applicants must meet the DPJCC and Giborim U admissions requirements Adults (18+) as determined by a completed intake process. Intake interviews will be conducted by appointment. Please complete an intake and registration form, available onlineRequirements: at giborimu.org and schedule an appointment with one of the coordinators listed below. Returning Gib U and Exceptional Theater Company participants and Giborim• Diagnosed with a developmental campers are pre-approved and do not require a new intake interview.  Simply print disability, including, but not limited and email a completed registration form to [email protected]. to, autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, Angelman Gib U Administrator, Arlene Abrams • 954-434-0499 Ext 326 • [email protected] syndrome, Smith-Magenis syndrome Gib U Director, Debbie Lombard • 954-434-0499 Ext 208 • [email protected] and other disabilities. Gib U Coordinator, Kevin Troonin • 954-434-0499 Ext 343 • [email protected] Gib U Coordinator, Risa Spevack • 954-434-0499 Ext 120 • [email protected]• Ability to participate in small groups Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Inquire during the intake/• Active engagement registration process. For a class to be held, a minimum number of registrants must be enrolled for that class.• Ability to stay with a group Classes begin August 26, 2018 and end December 1, 2018. Drama with Exceptional Theater Company (ETC) classes begin August 30, 2018 to November 15, 2018.• Follow basic group instructions No classes will be held on September 2, 3, 9-11, 18, 19, 24Exclusions: October 1, November 11-12, 21-25• Continuous physical aggression• Requires continuous Membership at the J is not required to attend Giborim U one-on-one attention• Elopes/runs away• Continuous inappropriate language or behaviorFor information, call 954-434-0499, ext. 326 | giborimu.org

Giborim U Team Beth Allen, M.S. Debra Lombard Giborim U Co-Chair Giborim U Director Beth Allen, M.S., is the community Debra is the founder and executive relations coordinator for the director of the Exceptional Theater Lifelong Learning Institute at Company, which has been operating Nova Southeastern University. for the past 27 years. ETC teaches She holds a Master of Science youth and adults techniques in degree in education/human improvisation, movement and music. resource development from BarryUniversity and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Risa SpevackBuffalo. She served as assistant executive director at the CoordinatorDavid Posnack Jewish Community Center for 12 years,developing and supervising programs for children, teens, Risa Spevack has worked with specialadults and the special needs population. Beth has a passion needs clients since 2000. She is afor special needs individuals and is president of the Board of certified personal trainer with theDirectors of the Exceptional Theater Company (ETC), a drama American Council on Exercise (ACE)program for individuals with disabilities, ages 2 to 85, in the tri- and is a nationally certified and statecounty area. licensed athletic trainer. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in natural science and athletic Scott Dermer training from Hofstra University and is a Florida licensed Giborim U Co-Chair emergency medical technician (EMT) and a certified CPR/ AED/first-aid instructor. Scott Dermer studied special education with a focus on emotional Kevin Troonin and behavioral disorders at Florida Coordinator International University. Scott has been an employee of the Broward Kevin Troonin obtained his bachelor’s County School District for the past degree in exceptional student 28 years as a behavior specialist education from the Teacher Educationand a support facilitator. Scott was recognized as Teacher of Program at Broward College. Hethe Year in the 2016-17 school year. Additionally, Scott has currently is an ESE teacher for thebeen the director of the David Posnack JCC’s Camp Giborim Broward County school system andsummer program for the past 26 years. has been a Giborim counselor for five years, working with youth campers of all ages. Arlene Abrams Giborim U Administrator giborimu.org Arlene Abrams has a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from the University of Puerto Rico, a State of Florida Early Childhood Director Credential and over 20 years of experience in early childhood and camp supervision.

Class Schedule CLASS & INSTRUCTOR TIME LOCATION MEMBER/ COMMUNITYSUNDAY (10 classes) 10:10-11:00 am Kaye Gym Basketball | Andy Perez 11:40 am-12:30 pm Yoga Studio FEE Ying Yang Yoga | Cookie Billig $120/$145 $120/$145MONDAY (9 classes) 4:00-4:50 pm Life Skills Room $110/$135 4:00-4:50 pm Studio B $110/$135 5:00-5:50 pm Room 114 5:00-5:50 pm Studio B FREE $175/$200TUESDAY (12 classes) 4:00-4:50 pm Studio A $145/$170 4:30-5:00 pm Pool $145/$170 Boxing | Ysaac Kaplan 5:00-5:50 pm Yoga Studio $145/$170 Swimming (Ages 6-12) | Julie Sevilla 5:00-5:50 pm Life Skills Room $145/$170 Ying Yang Yoga | Cookie Billig Life Skills: Transition to Adulthood | Amy Simcox WEDNESDAY (12 Classes) 3:00-3:50 pm Kaye Gym $145/$170 4:00-4:50 pm Kitchen $145/$170 Basketball | Jason Stura Cooking for Daily Living | Maritza Douglas 4:40-5:30 pm Racquetball $145/$170 5:00-5:50 pm Studio B $175/$200 (1X material fee of $25) 5:00-5:50 pm Fitness Center 5:10-6:00 pm Studio A FREE A Taste of Sports | JHoops staff FREE Hip Hop Dance Party | Mike Thompson Circuit Fitness Training | Taught in partnership with Special Olympics Family Yoga | Cookie Billig THURSDAY (13 classes) 4:00-4:50 pm Art Room $155/$180 Artsy-Craftsy | Tara Evans 4:00-4:50 pm Room 114 $155/$180 (1X material fee of $25) 4:30-5:00 pm Pool $155/$180 4:30-5:45 pm Kitchen $155/$180 The Magic of Music | Evelyn Richard Swimming (Ages 13 and Up) | Julie Sevilla 5:00-5:50 pm Indoor Track FREE Delicious Fun in the Kitchen | Maritza Douglas 5:00-6:30 pm Lippman $120 (1X material fee of $50) 6:00-6:50 pm Music Room $155/$180 7:00-8:30 pm Lippman $120 Strides 2 Health | Taught in partnership with Special Olympics *Exceptional Theater Company (Tweens) 4:00-4:50 pm Studio A $155/$180 Christina Karcher/Max Fleischer (Registration & 1X material fee of $25 payable directly to ETC.) Movie Club | Amy Simcox *Exceptional Theater Company (Adults) Max Fleischer/ Kandice Rease (Registration & 1X material fee of $25 payable directly to ETC.)FRIDAY (13 classes) Karate | Harrison Hunter *Class starts August 30, 2018, ends November 15, 2018.

Sunday SocialsOur Sunday Socials are a great way for Gib U participants to socialize, make friends and have fun. Our themed social programs will take place either on or off the J’s campus. When off-site, transportation will be provided to and from the venue and the J. Preregistration is required one week prior to the social.August 19 1-3:00 pm Family Pool Party $35/familyBring your family and spend a relaxing afternoon on the JCC’s pool deck. Enjoy time in the pool and in our brand new splash pad.A BBQ lunch will be provided.September 16 1-3:00 pm Scentsability $25Participants will make their own amazing custom soy blend candles to beautify your home.September 16 1-5:00 pm Special Day of Screenings FreeSpecial Olympics Florida, Healthy Community will be hosting Healthy Hearing (audiological), Special Smiles (dental) and Opening Eyes (vision)assessments to anyone in the community with an intellectual or developmental disability at no cost! Participants will be offered the opportunityto receive free prescription glasses, sunglasses and/or sports goggles, fluoride treatments and hearing aids if needed!October 7 11:00 am-3:00 pm Madagascar $25 Leave the J at 9:30 am A Musical AdventureA sensory-friendly performance at the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.October 21 1-3:00 pm Velvet House $25Explore your inner Picasso. Participants will be guided step-by-step to create an absolute masterpiece.November 4 1-3:00 pm Davie Ranch $25Get up close to horses and other domesticated wildlife. Participants will be educated on the proper way to interact with the animals.November 18 1-3:00 pm Cooking with Chef Maritza $25Learn how to prepare some of your favorite Thanksgiving dishes with Maritza. Course Descriptions LIFE SKILLS FITNESS Life Skills courses are supported by a grant from the A Taste of Sports | JHoops Staff Jewish Federation of Broward County. This class will teach the skills for multiple sports including basketball, soccer and kickball. Players will build stamina, agilityCooking for Daily Living | Maritza Douglas and coordination while learning the new skills.This hands-on cooking class will focus on basic life skills, planningand preparing simple meals for daily living. Students will receive Basketball | Jason Stura, Andy Perezrecipes with a visual aid and a short list of ingredients. The This is a comprehensive class that will enhance skills, teamworkstudents will have fun while learning to use kitchen appliances and sportsmanship for all ages. Students will learn skills inand tools, making meals that can be replicated in their home. shooting, passing and dribbling and techniques in offense and defense.Life Skills: The Fundamentals | Amy SimcoxThis hands-on class will focus on basic skills to help students Boxing | Ysaac Kaplanbecome more independent in taking care of themselves and This non-impact class will cover basic skills a such as stance,their home. Activities will include household chores, choosing guard, movement, jab, cross, hook. It will include cardioand caring for clothing, using money, shopping, community calisthenics and core strengthening exercises. Participants willawareness and basic job skills. improve strength and balance and gain self-confidence.Life Skills: Transitions to Adulthood | Amy Simcox Circuit Fitness Training |This class incudes fun and engaging hands-on activities to help Taught in partnership with Special Olympicsstudents learn life skills necessary to achieve self-sufficiency Under the supervision of a certified personal trainer students willand success as an independent member of society. Activities work on improving cardiovascular fitness and increasing musclewill include managing money and finances; decision making; strength through the use of body-weight exercises, weightvocational opportunities; finding a job; and skills and habits machines and cardio equipment. [Maximum 6 participants]needed for work. Participants will use computers for pre-vocational activities. Family Yoga | Cookie Billig This yoga class is a wonderful space for the whole family to spend quality bonding time. It gives everyone a chance to relax, disconnect and refocus through a series of breathing , movement and stretches.

Course Descriptions (CONTINUED)FITNESS ARTSHip Hop Dance Party | Michael Thompson Artsy-Craftsy | Tara EvansThis fun dance class will include hip hop moves and all your Students will work on creative projects using paints, chalk,favorite follow-alongs and line dances like the Electric Slide and pastels, glue and a variety of materials. Skills enhanced includemany more! Dancers will improve coordination, agility and body coordination and motor skills, encouraging self-expression,awareness while moving to the music. choice-making and following directions. Completed works will be displayed in an art show near the end of the session.Karate | Sensei Harrison HunterThis fun, non-competitive, self-defense class will help develop Delicious Fun in the Kitchen | Maritza Douglaslistening skills and self-confidence. Students will improve hand- This creative cooking class will teach a more in-depth hands-oneye coordination, balance, body awareness and focus. skill of cooking, including working with kitchen tools, preparing ingredients and measuring. Students will have fun followingStrides 2 Health | recipes and sharing their creations with family. Chef MaritzaTaught in partnership with Special Olympics has created recipes with visual aids for the students to takeParticipants will monitor exercise, hydration and weight while home and share with family.learning the lifetime benefits of walking. Students will receiveincentives based upon goal-setting and achievement. Drama with Exceptional Theater Company[Maximum 10 participants] Max Fleischer, Christina Karcher, Kandice Rease This class is designed to teach theater to those with physical andSuperhero Obstacle Challenge | Ysaac Kaplan developmental disabilities. The classes enhance verbal skills,Superheroes can train with Ysaac, a certified p ersonal trainer. improve movement, build self-confidence and socialization,With interest in fitness a t a n a ll-time h igh, w e o ffer a variety while stimulating free thinking. The actors help pick a themeof ways that a superhero may get in shape and stay fit. You will and write a script for the class’ end of session performance.learn the basics of fitness, balance a nd c oordination throughobstacle courses. Each class will start with a warm-up, followed Green Thumb Clubby a different obstacle course each week. Taught in Partnership with Special Olympics This class includes hydroponics, growing vegetables, mealSwimming | Julie Sevilla preparation and portion control (gluten-free and vegetarianThe benefits of teaching swimming to children and adults options). Grocery shopping and healthy choices will be taughtwith special needs range from enhancing gross motor in a soothing environment. [Maximum 6 participants]and cognitive skills, to increasing muscle strength, enduranceand improvement in overall communication skills. Swimming The Magic of Music | Evelyn Richardfosters courage, confidence, trust and helps to develop Ages 16 and olderfriendships. It’s great for socialization and relaxation. Students will explore their creative side through the magic of music. Music can be an entry point to facilitate the ability toYing Yang Yoga | Cookie Billig share thoughts, needs and opinions with others. This magicalLearn how to relax the body and mind through breathing, feeling created by music will assist with decision-making,movement and stretches. The traditional poses will help problem-solving, critical thinking, effective communicationimprove balance, flexibility, strength and focus. skills and interpersonal relationships. This course will uncover the best in persons with diverse abilities and open the door to PERSONAL TRAINING self-confidence and self-esteem. Risa Spevack has more than 20 years of experience in sports Movie Club! | Amy Simcox evaluation, treatment and the rehabilitation of athletic injuries, This fun and creative class explores the magic of movies and and specializes in fitness training for those with special needs. music videos. Students will be the “star of the show” as they participate in the creation and production of a short video. Certifications: Making movies with new friends encourages socialization and • Personal trainer - American Council on Exercise speech. Students will develop and review their scripts, which aid • Nationally certified and state licensed athletic trainer in comprehension and fluidity. A completed film will be shown at • CPR & AED and first-aid Instructor - American Heart Association the end of the session. • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)Personal Training Rates:• 30-minute session Members: $35 Community: $45• One-hour session Members: $60 Community: $75 For information, call 954-434-0499, ext. 326 | giborimu.org

InstructorsCookie Billig — Yoga Christina Karcher — Exceptional Theater Company (ETC)Dianne “Cookie” Billig has been teaching yoga andmeditation to kids, including those with special needs, for Christina is ETC’s class and event coordinator andthe past nine years. She teaches at schools, yoga studios, an exceptional needs educator at a private academyafter-school programs and summer camps. for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. She has been involved in the exceptionalWill Croud — A Taste of Sports needs community as a volunteer in arts and education programs from a young age with her brother who hasWill Croud has a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science cerebral palsy.from the University of Central Florida. He co-ownedand operated a successful after-school BCPS all-sports Andy Perez — Basketballenrichment program for nine years. He is the DPJCCassistant sports and wellness director and directly Andy Perez has been with the J since 2013, working withoversees the JHoops Youth Basketball Program. JHoops as a coach and scorekeeper. He has coached children from grades 1 to 8 and children with special needs in summer camps and after-school programs.Maritza Douglas — Cooking for Daily Living, Kandice Rease —Fun in the Kitchen Exceptional Theater Company (ETC)Maritza Douglas is a certified Wilton cake decorator Kandice Rease graduated from FAU with a bachelor'sand an experienced and knowledgeable chef. She degree in psychology. She aspires to be a schoolunderstands the importance of learning how to prepare psychologist. Kandice has worked with the specialmeals and develop independence in the kitchen. Maritza needs community almost 10 years and with ETC sincealso volunteers at the Exceptional Theater Company. April 2017.Tara Evans — Artsy Craftsy Evelyn Richard — The Magic of MusicTara Evans has worked as a lead preschool teacher, art In 2001 Evelyn Richard’s son was diagnosed withspecialist and sports coach at the DPJCCfor 23 years. autism. She later enrolled him in the Exceptional TheaterShe has a child development associate degree in early Company. She worked as a volunteer for ETC for twochildhood. Tara offers art therapy for the students as years before becoming a staff member in 2008.a means to express themselves creatively and freely. Julie Sevilla — SwimmingMax Fleischer —Exceptional Theater Company (ETC) Julie Sevilla, DPJCC aquatics coordinator, has over 27 years teaching experience in south Florida and hasMax Fleischer is excited to join the ETC team this season taught thousands of every age to swim or overcomeand work with such a talented group of actors and their fears in and around water. One of Julie’sinstructors! Max has volunteered with ETC in the past specialties is working with children with special needs,and his love for theater and helping his community were and she is certified in Adaptive Aquatics through thethe perfect ingredients for him to join the team and ISIA Institute.create many exceptional memories! Amy Simcox —Harrison Hunter — Karate Life Skills: The Fundamentals and Transition to Adulthood, Movie ClubSensei Harrison Hunter is a third-degree black beltand a member of the USA Goju Federation Karate. He Amy Simcox began her career with special needsteaches karate at the DPJCC to students of all ages and children at the Baudhuin Preschool. She earned aabilities. degree in child psychology with a minor in speech. Amy opened Little Flowers of Hope School for childrenYsaac Kaplan — Boxing, with special needs to provide an appropriate learningSuperhero Obstacle Challenge environment for her son.Ysaac Kaplan is a certified trainer with the National Jason Stura — BasketballCouncil on Strength & Fitness, Mad Dogg Spinning andis certified in first aid and CPR. He enjoys helping people Jason Stura played professional basketball forreach their physical goals. more than 20 years. He has coached youth basketball for over eight years in both Italy and the USA. Jason currently coaches the DPJCC JHoops league and runs an international basketball camp. Michael Thompson — Hip Hop Dance Party Michael Thompson is an accomplished dancer, instructor and choreographer for Hip-Hop Kidz with an extensive background in dance and working with children. Michael has been teaching for over 10 years.

JCC Leadership Beth Allen Elaine M. Turner, CPA Debbie Lombard Giborim U Co-Chair Chief Financial Officer Giborim U DirectorDiane Wilen, Ph.D. Scott Dermer Shari Mac Keen, MS Risa SpevackBoard Chair Giborim U Co-Chair Chief Program Officer Giborim U Coordinator Scott Ehrlich, MA Arlene Abrams Kevin TrooninAdriane Rosen Chief Executive Officer Giborim U Administrator Giborim U CoordinatorVice Chair Children & Family ServicesDavid Posnack MISSION STATEMENT:JCC The David Posnack Jewish Community Center enriches lives by connecting people through cultural, educational, social, recreational and wellness programs in an environment of fun, friendship and unity. The J is open to all and proudly guided by Jewish values.The David Posnack JCC is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit charitable organization. Our tax ID number is 59-2075982. OF BROWARD COUNTYThe J is eligible to receive tax-deductible gifts.The David Posnack JCC is a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Broward County.Gib U’s Life Skills courses are supported by a grant from the Jewish Federation of Broward County.