Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh

What an incredible 2nd Annual Topgolf Fundraiser on Sunday, May 15, 2022 located at Topgolf Pittsburgh! Thank you to our golfers, guests, volunteers, board of directors and executive director for making this event a successful celebration!

Thank You Sponsors!

Upcoming Programs (For events, visit our EVENTS page)

Down to Box Program beginning May 3 in Allison Park and May 5 in Murrysville
The Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh (DSAP) is partnering with the Fit4Boxing Club as well as a national non-profit, Down to Box to offer a fitness and boxing program for individuals with Down syndrome and other intellectual/developmental disabilities. The first 3-month session offering will be an adult class (14yrs+) at each of the Fit4Boxing locations. Athletes can register for their preferred location beginning May 3 on Tuesdays in Allison Park from 7-8pm and May 5 on Thursdays in Murrysville from 7-8pm. DSAP is subsidizing the cost of this session and offering a discounted rate of $100 total for all 13 sessions. Full or partial scholarships are available (call/text Meredith at 4125659936 or email info@dsapgh.org). Space is limited, so visit this link today to register.

Family Connection Session for Parents of Ages 0-2 - May 26 @ 8PM
Our next Family Connection session is for new and expectant parents of individuals with Down syndrome ages 0-2 on May 26 beginning at 8pm. An opportunity to connect with other peer parents as well as learn from mentor moms who are just ahead of you on the parenting journey. Also we will be discussing an in-person meet-up and other ways we can encourage each other. To register, visit t.ly/ugYu.

My Turn to TRI - Special Needs Triathlon - Sunday, June 5*
The Triathlon will consist of a timed 10 minutes in the indoor lap lane or zero-entry pool (flotation devices permitted), 15 minutes outside on a two or more wheeled bike (with bike and helmet supplied by the Athlete, and an outside run/walk of approximately one mile. Every Athlete must bring a race assistant. All participants will receive a technical race shirt, trophy and race-SWAG, and the volunteer buddy will receive a race T-shirt. Registration is now FREE and register here.
GET READY FOR RACE DAY Develop strength, endurance, swim, and bike exercises to get you ready for competition. Training days | Thursdays, May, 5, 12, 19, and 26 | 5-6pm Add on the (4) one hour training classes $25.

Week 1: stretching routine, core workout/ running outside
Week 2: strength training using body weight
Week 3: stationary bike workout along with biking basics: proper bike mount, looking up when biking
Week 4: walk through triathlon course, review all exercises

*This is not a DSAP sponsored event

DSAP Family Zoo Day - June 11
Registration is OPEN for DSAP Family Zoo Day at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium on Saturday, June 11. Perfect opportunity to connect with other families, explore the exhibits, and have lots of fun! Full and partial scholarships available and call/text Meredith at 4125659936 or email info@dsapgh.org. Click here to register and purchase discounted tickets.

Our next Parent Mentor training via Zoom is TBD for interested Parent Mentors who have children with Down syndrome ages 5 and under to be part of our new program called First Call. This program offers new and expectant parents receiving a diagnosis of Down syndrome the opportunity to connect with trained parent mentors who share the same or similar life circumstances. Register here to attend one of these trainings.