Down Syndrome Network

UPLifted Voices
2026-04-28 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-05-05 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-05-12 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-05-19 16:00 - 16:50 (America/Phoenix) | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Join us for UPLifted Voices!
A singing group designed especially for teens and tweens—come sing, laugh, and learn healthy vocal habits in a fun ensemble! Expect to explore a variety of popular music genres while practicing vocal techniques like proper breathing, clear enunciation, and pitch matching. No experience required—just bring your enthusiasm and your voice!
Facilitated by Board‑Certified Music Therapists from Higher Octave Healing, UPLifted Voices (and its sister program UPBeat) not only nurtures musical skills but also supports social, communication, and cognitive development through joyful group music-making.
Details at a Glance:
Date: Tuesdays, from Sept. 2, 2025 – May 26, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Location: DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ
Register for UPLifted Voices

UPBeat Percussion Ensemble
2026-04-28 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-05-05 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-05-12 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-05-19 17:00 - 17:45 (America/Phoenix) | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Join us for UPBeat Percussion!
A lively percussion group crafted especially for teens and tweens—come play hand drums and rhythm instruments, make music with friends, and have a blast learning together! No experience needed—just bring your energy and curiosity.
Facilitated by Board‑Certified Music Therapists from Higher Octave Healing, UPBeat (and its companion UPLifted Voices) nurtures musical, social, communication, and cognitive growth through joyful group music-making.
Details at a Glance:
Date: Tuesdays, from September  2,  2025 – May  26,  2026
Time: 5:00 – 5:45 PM
Location: DSNetwork Enrichment Center

Register for UPBeat

Down To Box West Valley
2026-04-30 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-07 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-14 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-21 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | Proving Ground MMA, 12851 W Bell Rd. St. 102, Surprise, 85378, United States
Special Strong brings DSNetwork’s Down to Box Program to the West Valley!
Adaptive Boxing for Individuals with Down Syndrome

Dates/Time:
Every Thursday 3-4 PM
April 16 – May 21

Location:
Proving Ground MMA
12851 W Bell Rd. St. 102.
Surprise, AZ 85378

Benefits of participation:

Physical Vitality
Weight Wellness
Discipline & Focus
Social Connections
Emotional Wellbeing
Joyful Engagement

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Down to Box is high-energy, engaging, and targeted boxing training specifically catered towards individuals’ needs and abilities.

Down To Box Gilbert
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Selfmade Gym, 874 E Warner Rd #103, Gilbert, AZ, 85296, United States
Down To Box Spring Sessions
Down to Box is high-energy, engaging, and targeted boxing training specifically catered towards individuals’ needs and abilities.

Note, it is only 5 sessions so if you purchase ALL you can schedule a free 1:1 with Cassie any time in the month of April to make up for the missing class.

Wizard of Oz Youth Edition Theater Works in Peoria
2026-05-01 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Phoenix) | Theater Works, 10580 N 83rd Dr, Peoria, 85345
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful adaptation of the classic musical, The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition! This magical journey through Oz features all your favorite characters—Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion—and beloved songs like “Over the Rainbow” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard.” Presented as part of our YouthWorks program, this production showcases the incredible talent of young artists aged 18 and under. Join us as these rising stars bring heart, courage, and imagination to one of the most treasured tales of all time.
No charge for individuals with Down syndrome; cost is $5 for accompanying adult/child.
SOLD OUT

Down to Earth Gardening
2026-05-03 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-17 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Spaces of Opportunity, 1200 W Vineyard, Phoenix, AZ, 85041, United States
Is one of your goals for 2026 to get your family outdoors and off screens?
Come dig in with us.
Thanks to the support of Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation and Spaces of Opportunity, DSNetwork’s Down to Earth Garden is a healing and therapeutic program where individuals and families come together to connect with one another, with the Earth, and with a sense of calm.
In the garden, we learn how plants grow and nourish us, experience the rhythms of the seasons and harvest, and place our hands in the soil. This outdoor space invites us to slow down, enjoy fresh air and sunshine, build community, and experience a deep sense of peace and belonging.
All are welcome!
Every Sunday starting back on Jan 4 from 9 am to 11 am. *note earlier start time to do increasing morning temps!*
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D.A.D.S. Group
2026-05-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | Old Spaghetti Factory, 1418 N Central Ave, Phoenix, 85004
6 – 8 pm
D.A.D.S. (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome) provides a time and place for dads and other male caregivers of a loved one with Down syndrome to come together and support each other. The group has meetings each month to discuss aspects of Down syndrome, listen to speakers and talk about our kids.
Location: Old Spaghetti Factory in downtown Phoenix 1418 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
*DADS are responsible for their own dinner
RSVP FOR DADS APPRECIATING DOWN SYNDROME

Down To Box Gilbert
2026-05-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Selfmade Gym, 874 E Warner Rd #103, Gilbert, AZ, 85296, United States
Down To Box Summer Sessions
Down to Box is high-energy, engaging, and targeted boxing training specifically catered towards individuals’ needs and abilities.

$85 for six-week session
$21 for one trial-session, contact us for details!

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UPLifted Voices
2026-06-02 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-06-09 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-06-16 16:00 - 16:50 (America/Phoenix) | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Join us for UPLifted Voices!
A singing group designed especially for teens and tweens—come sing, laugh, and learn healthy vocal habits in a fun ensemble! Expect to explore a variety of popular music genres while practicing vocal techniques like proper breathing, clear enunciation, and pitch matching. No experience required—just bring your enthusiasm and your voice!
Facilitated by Board‑Certified Music Therapists from Higher Octave Healing, UPLifted Voices (and its sister program UPBeat) not only nurtures musical skills but also supports social, communication, and cognitive development through joyful group music-making.
Details at a Glance:
Date: Tuesdays thru June 30th, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Location: DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ
Register for UPLifted VoicesRegister for Uplifted Voices

UPBeat Percussion Ensemble
2026-06-02 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-06-09 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-06-16 17:00 - 17:45 (America/Phoenix) | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Join us for UPBeat Percussion!
A lively percussion group crafted especially for teens and tweens—come play hand drums and rhythm instruments, make music with friends, and have a blast learning together! No experience needed—just bring your energy and curiosity.
Facilitated by Board‑Certified Music Therapists from Higher Octave Healing, UPBeat (and its companion UPLifted Voices) nurtures musical, social, communication, and cognitive growth through joyful group music-making.
Details at a Glance:
Date: Tuesdays, thru June 30th,  2026
Time: 5:00 – 5:45 PM
Location: DSNetwork Enrichment Center

Register for UPBeat

Down To Box West Valley
2026-06-11 15:15 - 16:15, 2026-06-18 15:15 - 16:15 (America/Phoenix) | Proving Ground MMA, 12851 W Bell Rd. St. 102, Surprise, 85378, United States
Special Strong brings DSNetwork’s Down to Box Program to the West Valley!
Adaptive Boxing for Individuals with Down Syndrome

Dates/Time:
Every Thursday 3:15-4:15 PM
June 11 – July 16

Location:
Proving Ground MMA
12851 W Bell Rd. St. 102.
Surprise, AZ 85378

Benefits of participation:

Physical Vitality
Weight Wellness
Discipline & Focus
Social Connections
Emotional Wellbeing
Joyful Engagement

Sign-Up Now!
Down to Box is high-energy, engaging, and targeted boxing training specifically catered towards individuals’ needs and abilities.
