STAR Center

Adaptive and Para Strength and Conditioning
2023-09-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Central High School, 1801 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse, 54601, United States
Who can participate:
Anyone, youth and adult, who has a mobility or cognitive challenge that makes participation in traditional programming difficult. This program is co-ed.

Spina bifida
Spinal cord injury
Cerebral palsy
Congenital limb issues
Amputations
Leg length discrepancy
Short stature
Muscular dystrophy
Parkinson’s disease
Multiple sclerosis
Motor dyspraxia
Limited range of motion
Balance issues
Post stroke
Blind and visual impairment
Down syndrome
Autism spectrum
Learning disabilities
Cognitive impairments
Low muscle tone
Other congenital syndromes

Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs.
Scholarships are available. No one will be denied participation due to financial concerns.
Veterans with a disability are able to participate in STAR programs for free.
What to bring:

Water bottle
Comfortable clothing
Parent or care partner is welcome to attend.

The STAR Center provides all equipment necessary for each program.
COVID-19 disclaimer
The STAR Association follows CDC, State and County Health Department recommendations for COVID Mitigation. We recommend that all who are eligible to get a vaccine to do so. Masks, social distancing and proper hand washing will be required at all STAR programs.
Questions? info@starcenterlacrosse.org or 608-797-6295
In case of inclement weather, the STAR Association reserves the right to cancel a session. Participants will be notified via TeamSnap.

Drum Alive - Drummercise
2023-09-28 10:15 - 11:15, 2023-10-03 10:15 - 11:15, 2023-10-05 10:15 - 11:15, 2023-10-10 10:15 - 11:15, 2023-10-12 10:15 - 11:15, 2023-10-17 10:15 - 11:15, 2023-10-19 10:15 - 11:15, 2023-10-24 10:15 - 11:15 and 1 more date | Concordia Ballroom, 1129 La Crosse St, La Crosse, WI, 54601, United States
Who can participate:
This program uses drums and “boom whackers” to give you a great fun aerobic workout while not requiring standing. It is open to all ages and challenges. Modifications will be made for individuals as necessary. Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease looking to improve their tone, rigidity, and overall function will find this program beneficial. Individuals do not need music experience to participate in this program.
Scholarships are available. No one will be denied participation due to financial concerns.
Veterans with a disability are able to participate in STAR programs for free.
What to bring:

Water bottle
Sweat towel
Comfortable clothing
Shoes suitable for activity
Care partners are welcome to attend and participate with you, at no extra cost

The STAR Center provides all equipment necessary for each program.
Social and refreshment time
Social and refreshment time will follow each of our sessions. This is an opportunity for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and their Care Partners to talk with one another and build a community.
COVID-19 disclaimer
The STAR Association follows CDC, State and County Health Department recommendations for COVID Mitigation. We recommend that all who are eligible to get a vaccine to do so. Masks, social distancing and proper hand washing will be required at all STAR programs.
Questions? info@starcenterlacrosse.org or 608-797-6295
In case of inclement weather, the STAR Association reserves the right to cancel a session. Participants will be notified via TeamSnap.

Oktoberfest Maple Leaf Parade STAR Float
2023-09-30 08:00 - 12:00 | WI
Participate in the Oktoberfest Maple Leaf Parade! STAR will be having a float this year. Opportunities for all to be on the float or walk and roll along the parade route. All athletes and family members are welcome to join us.

Adaptive Flag Football
2023-10-01 13:00 - 14:30, 2023-10-08 13:00 - 14:30, 2023-10-15 13:00 - 14:30, 2023-10-22 13:00 - 14:30 | Central High School, 1801 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse, 54601, United States
Who can participate:
Current middle and high school students and adults over the age of 18. Anyone who has a mobility or cognitive challenge that makes participation in traditional programming difficult. This program is co-ed.

Motor dyspraxia
Sensory integration challenges
Balance challenges
Motor programming challenges
Down Syndrome
Autism Spectrum
Learning disabilities
Cognitive impairments
Low muscle tone
Other congenital syndromes

Individuals with physical disabilities can also participate if desired. Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs.
Scholarships are available. No one will be denied participation due to financial concerns.
Veterans with a disability are able to participate in STAR programs for free.
What to bring:

Water bottle
Dress to move
Comfortable shoes for movement
Parents, respite care providers, and care partners are welcome to attend.

1-1 mentors
Please contact the STAR Center if you will need a 1-1 mentor. We will do our best to find you a mentor, but we can not guarantee at this time. Respite care providers and other service mentors are welcome to attend with you.
The STAR Center provides all equipment necessary for each program.
COVID-19 disclaimer
The STAR Association follows CDC, State and County Health Department recommendations for COVID Mitigation. We recommend that all who are eligible to get a vaccine to do so. Masks, social distancing and proper hand washing will be required at all STAR programs.
Questions? info@starcenterlacrosse.org or 608-797-6295
In case of inclement weather, the STAR Association reserves the right to cancel a session. Participants will be notified via TeamSnap.

Adaptive and Para Pickleball
2023-10-01 14:30 - 16:00, 2023-10-08 14:30 - 16:00, 2023-10-15 14:30 - 16:00, 2023-10-22 14:30 - 16:00 | Central High School, 1801 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse, 54601, United States
Who can participate:
Anyone, youth and adult, who has a mobility or cognitive challenge that makes participation in traditional programming difficult. This program is co-ed.

Spina bifida
Spinal cord injury
Cerebral palsy
Congenital limb issues
Amputations
Leg length discrepancy
Short stature
Muscular dystrophy
Parkinson’s disease
Multiple sclerosis
Motor dyspraxia
Limited range of motion
Balance issues
Post stroke
Blind and visual impairment
Down syndrome
Autism spectrum
Learning disabilities
Cognitive impairments
Low muscle tone
Other congenital syndromes

Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs.
Scholarships are available. No one will be denied participation due to financial concerns.
Veterans with a disability are able to participate in STAR programs for free.
What to bring:

Water bottle
Comfortable clothing
Bike gloves (if you have them)
Parent or care partner is welcome to attend.

The STAR Center provides all equipment necessary for each program.
COVID-19 disclaimer
The STAR Association follows CDC, State and County Health Department recommendations for COVID Mitigation. We recommend that all who are eligible to get a vaccine to do so. Masks, social distancing and proper hand washing will be required at all STAR programs.
Questions? info@starcenterlacrosse.org or 608-797-6295
In case of inclement weather, the STAR Association reserves the right to cancel a session. Participants will be notified via TeamSnap.

Fit Kids
2023-10-01 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-08 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-15 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Central High School, 1801 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse, 54601, United States
Who can participate:
Current grades K-5. Special consideration given to middle school students. Anyone who has a mobility or cognitive challenge that makes participation in traditional programming difficult. This program is co-ed.

Motor dyspraxia
Sensory integration challenges
Balance challenges
Motor programming challenges
Down Syndrome
Autism Spectrum
Learning disabilities
Cognitive impairments
Low muscle tone
Other congenital syndromes

Individuals with physical disabilities can also participate if desired. Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs.
Scholarships are available. No one will be denied participation due to financial concerns.
Veterans with a disability are able to participate in STAR programs for free.
What to bring:

Water bottle
Dress to move
Comfortable shoes for movement
Parents, respite care providers, and care partners are welcome to attend.

1-1 mentors
Please contact the STAR Center if you will need a 1-1 mentor. We will do our best to find you a mentor, but we can not guarantee at this time. Respite care providers and other service mentors are welcome to attend with you.
The STAR Center provides all equipment necessary for each program.
COVID-19 disclaimer
The STAR Association follows CDC, State and County Health Department recommendations for COVID Mitigation. We recommend that all who are eligible to get a vaccine to do so. Masks, social distancing and proper hand washing will be required at all STAR programs.
Questions? info@starcenterlacrosse.org or 608-797-6295
In case of inclement weather, the STAR Association reserves the right to cancel a session. Participants will be notified via TeamSnap.

Hixon 50 STAR Center Fundraiser
2023-10-28 - 2023-10-29 | WI
Meagan Blank, Doctor of Physical Therapy student from UW-La Crosse, will be running the Hixon 50 to raise money for the STAR Center. Meagan will be running with friends and colleagues who will also be collecting pledges in honor of STAR.

The seventh annual Hixon 50 includes a 5k, 10k, 25k, and 50k through La Crosse’s Hixon Forest. We invite you to come and attend the races to cheer on those running in support of STAR. Please see times below. For more information please visit this link (https://www.hixon50.com/).

Saturday, October 28th:
5k start time 9:00 am
10k start time 9:00 am

Sunday, October 29th:
25k start time 8:30 am
50k start time 7:37 am

Wear a STAR shirt and come out to support Meagan and her team.

Adaptive Floor Hockey
2023-10-29 13:00 - 14:30 | Central High School, 1801 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse, 54601, United States
Who can participate:
Current high school students and adults over the age of 18. Special consideration given to middle school students. Anyone who has a mobility or cognitive challenge that makes participation in traditional programming difficult. This program is co-ed.

Motor dyspraxia
Sensory integration challenges
Balance challenges
Motor programming challenges
Down Syndrome
Autism Spectrum
Learning disabilities
Cognitive impairments
Low muscle tone
Other congenital syndromes

Individuals with physical disabilities can also participate if desired. Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs.
Scholarships are available. No one will be denied participation due to financial concerns.
Veterans with a disability are able to participate in STAR programs for free.
What to bring:

Water bottle
Dress to move
Comfortable shoes for movement
Parents, respite care providers, and care partners are welcome to attend.

1-1 mentors
Please contact the STAR Center if you will need a 1-1 mentor. We will do our best to find you a mentor, but we can not guarantee at this time. Respite care providers and other service mentors are welcome to attend with you.
The STAR Center provides all equipment necessary for each program.
COVID-19 disclaimer
The STAR Association follows CDC, State and County Health Department recommendations for COVID Mitigation. We recommend that all who are eligible to get a vaccine to do so. Masks, social distancing and proper hand washing will be required at all STAR programs.
Questions? info@starcenterlacrosse.org or 608-797-6295
In case of inclement weather, the STAR Association reserves the right to cancel a session. Participants will be notified via TeamSnap.

Adaptive and Para Badminton
2023-10-29 14:30 - 16:00 | Central High School, 1801 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse, 54601, United States
