World Down Syndrome Day
To Support Our Athletes
World Down Syndrome Day
World Down Syndrome Day is on March 21st (3/21) to symbolize that individuals with Down syndrome have a third copy of the 21st chromosome.
Support our Athletes in honor of World Down syndrome Day! Throughout all of our programs, when we begin expecting, encouraging, and believing that more is possible from our Athletes, real change happens. This philosophy is implemented on the courts at Buddy Up Tennis, in the gym at Buddy Up Fitness, and in the classroom at Buddy Up Life Skills (Columbus, OH only). Join us as we support, celebrate, and expect more from our Athletes so that they can strive for more and be more!
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT
Your generous contribution will be used to support our Athletes as they participate in our weekly programs in the chapter of your choice.
The impact of your donation...
3.21 Pledge
Commit $21/Month for a year to support Athletes and Students for the Chapter of your choice.
Making an Impact Together
Why Support Our Programs?
Buddy Up for Life Programs change lives — through our three pillars of impact, health and wellness, independence, and friendship.
Health & Wellness
Tennis
Buddy Up Tennis is a weekly, high-energy adaptive tennis and fitness program for children and adults with Down syndrome beginning as early as 5 years old.
Health & Wellness
Fitness
Buddy Up Fitness is a full-body circuit workout program designed for our Athletes ages 12+.
Health & Wellness
Pickleball
A 60-minute clinic consisting of professional pickleball instruction with a concentration on ball control and tracking activities.
Friendship
Summer Camp
Buddy Up Summer Camp is a week-long experience full of opportunities for our Athletes ages 10 and over to learn, grow and explore through athletic, STEM and therapeutic programming.
Health & Wellness
Virtual Zumba
Weekly, engaging, and interactive Zumba® classes specially designed for individuals with Down syndrome ages 10+ to increase heart rate and confidence with maximum of fun.
Independence
Life Skills
An expertly Driven skills-based training program designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome (ages 14+) with skills enabling them to live meaningful and independent lives. Programs are currently only held in Columbus, OH.
Your Support Matters
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Together, we can reach more people, create greater change, and highlight your organization as a valued supporter.