Welcome to Broadway Stages' Spotlight, where we feature local shops, restaurants, organizations, individuals, and venues that provide goods and services to our community. This week, we would like to share the great work at Unlimited Athletics Group on Staten Island.

Just down the road from Broadway Stages' Staten Island campus at the former Arthur Kill Correctional Facility, you can find Unlimited Athletics Group (UAG). This unique gym offers accessible and engaging programs for differently abled and neurodivergent athletes. They see significant gains in fine and gross motor skills, socialization, and communication skills using fun activities and sports!

The programs at UAG aim to empower athletes and give participants a feeling of achievement, fellowship, and confidence. They accomplish this with on-site occupational therapy overseen by Facility Director Stephen Edelstein, OTR/L, and physical therapy guided by Co-Director Gina Giordano, PT. Through inclusive programs, every athlete can participate, progress, and find fulfillment through athletics.

Each class includes activities such as baseball, football, basketball, pickleball, frisbee, floor hockey, soccer, ninja courses, yoga, e-sports, mindfulness, and beyond. Moreover, the facility houses a wide selection of cardio and fitness equipment.

UAG has various programs to meet the needs of its exceptional athletes. Lil' Leaguers builds a foundation of teamwork and basic athletic skills. At the same time, the Youth Athletics Group exposes participants to specific skills and gameplay dynamics.

Rising Stars uses an individualized approach to facilitate group activities such as flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball, floor hockey, and more.

On Wednesday, adult athletes can focus on fitness, athleticism, and wellness with Wednesday Warriors. And they can build on that fitness with the Advanced Athletics Group where they will gain fluency in skills for competitive sports.

And finally, the weekend holds Friday Night Lights and Saturday Sport Squad. Athletes can enjoy a fully adapted sports environment, meeting each participant's skill level.

With an extensive staff of high-energy yet patient coaches, the atmosphere is positive and inviting. As one satisfied customer put it, "Steve, Gina, and the staff at Unlimited Athletics Group are wonderful! They know each child well and work hard to help them succeed, all while having fun! My son has not only shown progress in his physical abilities but has also improved listening skills, waiting, and turn-taking, which can sometimes be challenging while in a group setting. He looks forward to seeing Coach Steve every week and is comfortable in the sensory-friendly facility. We are so lucky to be part of this great community class!"

To become an Unlimited Athlete, contact the facility and schedule an intake. This will include an initial assessment of skills to kickstart participation in our program and explore which group would be most beneficial to the athlete. You can submit a contact form here or call them at 347-215-2223 to get started. While you are at it, follow them on Instagram and Facebook to see everything they are up to!

Broadway Stages is proud to be part of a community where people take pride in making a difference. And Unlimited Athletics Group is definitely making a difference. Another grateful parent noted, "Every individual that attends is made to feel so special and loved. My son gets much-needed physical therapy there once a week, and every Saturday, they have a group ‘play' therapy session that he also attends. He smiles the whole time he is there." So check out Unlimited Athletics Group today. And when you do, be sure to tell them Broadway Stages sent you!