Buddy Up for Life serves to enable and empower people with Down syndrome to live healthy, connected, and independent lives through industry leading adaptive programs.
High-energy fitness and tennis program that builds coordination, confidence, and community through fun drills, match play, and team exercises.
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout program that builds strength, endurance, and confidence through full-body movement.
Fast-paced, skill-building program where Athletes learn strokes, strategy, and teamwork through guided drills and friendly match play.
Dynamic kickboxing-inspired workout that boosts cardiovascular health, core strength, and coordination through high-energy movement.
Music-driven dance workout led by a licensed Zumba® instructor that inspires self-expression and improves rhythm and balance.
Workout that blends strength and mindfulness, focusing on posture, balance, and body awareness from the inside out.
Interactive, discussion-based program that builds self-advocacy, conversation skills, and confidence through peer connection and real-world practice.
Classes are led by a licensed Speech-Language-Pathologist.
Hands-on culinary program that teaches cooking techniques, nutrition, and kitchen safety through guided recipes and meal prep.
Classes are co-led by a trained chef and special educator.
Practical money management program that builds financial awareness through budgeting, spending, saving, and decision making.
Classes are co-led by a subject matter expert from Fifth-Third Bank and a special educator.
iPad-based program that builds confidence using everyday technology and digital tools that support independence.
Classes are co-led by a subject matter expert and special educator.
Real-world safety program that teaches first-aid, decision making, and personal responsibility through hands-on instruction and simulations.
Classes are co-led by a nurse and special educator.
Independent living preparation program designed to build retention of previously learned skills delivered in an apartment-style learning lab.
Foundational cooking, finance, and technology program for those who benefit from higher levels of verbal and literacy support.
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It’s #TennisTuesday! 🎾
Athletes gain a teammate. Buddies gain a new perspective. At Buddy Up Tennis, everyone gets MORE out of the game. ✨
Support your local chapter through the link in bio! 🔗 Want to start a chapter near you? Email us! ✉️ Info@BUforLife.org
#Downsyndrome #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth #BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore
COLUMBUS! Let’s run! 🏃
Buddy Up for Life is proud to be a beneficiary of the inaugural Run the Oval 5K/10K, hosted by The Cool Down Crew (@thecooldowncrew) at The Ohio State University! 🏅
Join us Saturday, October 24, for a morning of movement and community in support of Buddy Up for Life and Who We Play For (@tosuwwpf). Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, we’d love to see you there! 💙
Swipe for event details and register through the link in our bio! 👉
#BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #Running #Fundraising #GivingBack
Buddy Up for Life is proud to be featured on public television’s All Access with Andy Garcia as part of their “Breaking Barriers” series! 🎬
While the full feature is still to come, this 60-second commercial offers an inspiring preview of our mission in action, highlighting the Athletes, Buddies, and community that make our programs so special. 💙
As we celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month, your support helps local program chapters create MORE opportunities for Athletes to reach their fullest potential. 💫
Watch for our commercial on major networks, including CNN, Fox, and MSNBC, in Columbus, Dallas, and Nashville! 👀
#DownSyndromeAwareness #SpecialEducation #AdaptiveSports #ExpectMore #BuddyUpforLife
Buddy Up Giving Day is 🔟 days away! 🌟
Every gift helps people with Down syndrome build skills, gain confidence, and find community through adaptive programming. Here’s what your support can make possible:
💙 $21 sponsors an Athlete for their first Buddy Up Tennis, Fitness, or Pickleball clinic
💛 $121 sponsors an Athlete for a full session of weekly clinics
MORE access. MORE confidence. MORE connections. Your generosity makes it possible. ✨
Choose your giving level and support your local Buddy Up chapter through the link in bio! 🔗
#DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth #ExpectMore #AdaptivePrograms #SpecialEducation #Tennis
Happy National Coaches` Day! 🎾
Today, we celebrate the incredible Buddy Up Coaches that push each Athlete to reach their personal best, on and off the court. ✨
MORE confidence. MORE progress. MORE goals reached.
Thank you for your dedication and believing in our Athletes! 🫶
#ExpectMore #BuddyUpforLife #NationalCoachesDay #Coaching #Downsyndrome
Support Buddy Up Athletes all October long through our "Powered by MORE" fundrasier! 💙
Help us reach our goal of $21,000, going directly toward our industry leading adaptive programs serving more than 1,300 Athletes with Down syndrome nationwide! 🌟
Donate directly to your local chapter through the link in bio. 🔗 Want to start a chapter near you? Email us! ✉️ Info@BUforLife.org
#BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #DownSyndrome #GivingBack #PoweredbyMore
It`s World Teachers` Day! ✨
Buddy Up Instructors know that teaching is about more than what happens during class. It’s about building confidence that carries over, skills that stick, and independence that grows. 🫶
MORE than a lesson. MORE than a skill. MORE than a classroom.
Today, we’re celebrating the educators who keep raising the bar and reminding our Students to #ExpectMore 💙
#WorldTeachersDay #PoweredByMORE #Downsyndrome #BuddyUpForLife
Buddy Up Pickleball has officially launched in Naperville, IL! 🏓
Athletes and Buddies from Naperville/North Aurora brought the energy to their first clinic! We`re so excited to watch them grow their skills, make new friends, and have a blast on the courts this session. ✨
Learn how you can participate, donate, or volunteer at the link in bio! 🔗
#BuddyUpforLife #ExpectMore #Pickleball #Downsyndrome #AdaptiveSports
