Events

 

Adaptive Floor Hockey (January 2026)

01/04/2026 01:00 PM - 01/25/2026 02:15 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is designed for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities who are 12+. Participants in this program will work on developing gross motor and coordination through sport skills, drills, and games. Individuals will learn fundamental sport skills and teamwork skills while enhancing their balance, strength, endurance, locomotor, and coordination.
Sunday from 1:00-2:15 pm
January Session: January 4th- January 25th

Wheelchair Basketball (January 2026)

01/04/2026 01:00 PM - 01/25/2026 02:15 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Wheelchair basketball is a fast paced game which requires quick changes in speed and direction. You must learn to work with your teammates as you dribble, pass, and shoot the ball. Participating in this program can build teamwork, dedication, and resilience.
Sunday from 1:00-2:15 pm
January Session: January 4th- January 25th

Shooting STARS: Fit Kids (January 2026)

01/04/2026 02:30 PM - 01/25/2026 03:30 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Youth, grades 1-5, will work on developing gross motor skills through sport, games, and other activities. Youth will learn the fundamental skills of sports and learn teamwork skills while enhancing their balance, endurance, locomotor, and coordination.
Sunday from 2:30-3:30 pm
January Session: January 4th- January 25th

Inclusive Badminton (January 2026)

01/04/2026 02:30 PM - 01/25/2026 03:45 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is open to individuals of all ages and abilities. Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs. Badminton is a fun and inclusive way to learn the sport of Badminton. Individuals play in teams of two using a racquet and birdie. Learn basic Badminton skills and techniques in this physical and fast pace game. 
Sunday from 2:30-3:45 pm
January Session: January 4th- January 25th

Functional Strength (January 2026)

01/05/2026 09:45 AM - 01/28/2026 10:45 AM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Functional Strength is a group exercise program for adults 50+ to learn about functional movements to enhance overall strength, mobility, cardiovascular health, and flexibility.
Monday and Wednesday from 9:45-10:45 am at STAR Center.
January Session: January 5th- January 28th

Rock Steady Boxing level 3-4 (January 2026)

01/05/2026 11:00 AM - 01/28/2026 12:00 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Rock Steady Boxing in a non-contact boxing curriculum for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease that follows the concept of intense “forced” exercise.
Monday and Wednesday from 11:00-12:00 pm at STAR Center.
January Session: January 5th- January 28th

Rock Steady Boxing level 1-2 (January 2026)

01/05/2026 12:15 PM - 01/28/2026 01:15 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Rock Steady Boxing in a non-contact boxing curriculum for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease that follows the concept of intense “forced” exercise.
Monday and Wednesday from 12:15-1:15 pm at STAR Center.
January Session: January 5th- January 28th

Brain and Body Fitness (January 2026)

01/05/2026 02:30 PM - 01/28/2026 03:15 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Brain & Body Fitness is designed specifically for people living with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early-stage dementias to maintain current functioning and increase socialization.
Monday and Wednesday from 2:30-3:15 pm at STAR Center.
January Session: January 5th- January 28th

Inclusive Boxing (January 2026)

01/05/2026 03:30 PM - 01/26/2026 04:15 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is designed for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and/or Physical Disabilities who are 16+. Participants in this program will engage in non-contact boxing interventions such as heavy bag, focus mitts, and reflex bag. Strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility training will be incorporated throughout for an all encompassing group workout class.
Monday from 3:30-4:15pm
January Session: January 5th- January 26th

Connect and Move: Fibromyalgia and Connective Tissue (January 2026)

01/05/2026 04:30 PM - 01/28/2026 05:30 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is designed for individuals with fibromyalgia and/or connective tissue disorders. Participants in this group exercise program will focus on fundamental fitness techniques and interventions to combat chronic symptoms.
Monday and Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 pm at STAR Center.
January Session: January 5th- January 28th

STAR Social (January 2026)

01/05/2026 05:45 PM - 01/26/2026 06:45 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Join us at our STAR Social for some fun and games! This program is open to individuals of all ages and abilities. This is a STAR Center member only program. STAR Social will focus on a different intervention each program including esports, crafts, board games, puzzles, and other social activities.
Monday from 5:45-6:45 pm

PD Exercise Mixed (January 2026)

01/06/2026 09:00 AM - 01/29/2026 10:00 AM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Exercise, at a high intensity, has been shown to alleviate rigidity and excessive muscle tone for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease.
Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00-10:00 am at STAR Center.
January Session: January 6th- January 29th

Chair One Fitness Section 1 (January 2026)

01/06/2026 10:00 AM - 01/27/2026 10:45 AM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Adults 18+ and individuals of all abilities. Chair One Fitness is a fun chair-based dance fitness program which incorporates activities of daily living into cool dance moves. The program can be done from a traditional chair, or wheelchair. You are sure to get a good work out and have while having fun!
Tuesday from 10:00-10:45 am
January Session: January 6th- January 27th
Individuals may sign up for only one section (section 1 or section 2) of Chair One Fitness to accommodate for our wait list. 

PD Exercise level 3-4 (January 2026)

01/06/2026 11:00 AM - 01/29/2026 12:00 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Exercise, at a high intensity, has been shown to alleviate rigidity and excessive muscle tone for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease.
Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00-12:00 pm at STAR Center.
January Session: January 6th- January 29th

Drummercise- Drums Alive Section 1 (January 2026)

01/06/2026 12:15 PM - 01/27/2026 01:00 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Adults 18+ and individuals of all abilities. Drums Alive is a brain and body program that includes physical, mental, emotional, and social components of wellness.
Tuesday from 12:15-1:00pm
January Session: January 6th- January 27th
Individuals may only sign up for one section (section 1 or section 2) total of Drummercise to accommodate for our waitlist.

PD Exercise level 1-2 (January 2026)

01/06/2026 01:15 PM - 01/29/2026 02:15 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Exercise, at a high intensity, has been shown to alleviate rigidity and excessive muscle tone for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease.
Tuesday and Thursday from 1:15-2:15 pm at STAR Center.
January Session: January 6th- January 29th

TIME: Neurological Conditions (January 2026)

01/06/2026 02:30 PM - 01/29/2026 03:30 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
What is TIME: Neurological Conditions?
This program is designed for individuals with neurological conditions. Individuals of all abilities and ages are welcome to participate. Participants in this group exercise program will focus on fundamental fitness techniques and interventions to combat neurological conditions.
Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:30 pm
January Session: January 6th- January 29th

STAR Strong: Strength and Conditioning Section 1 (January 2026)

01/06/2026 04:30 PM - 01/29/2026 05:30 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Individuals 12 + who has a mobility or cognitive challenge. STAR will provide you with guidance and structured plan for your specific goals and needs and provide assistance when needed. Strength and conditioning sessions run throughout the year to ensure fitness and activity all season.
Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30-5:30 pm
January Session: January 6th- January 29th

STAR Strong: Strength and Conditioning Section 2 (January 2026)

01/06/2026 05:45 PM - 01/29/2026 06:45 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Individuals 12 + who has a mobility or cognitive challenge. STAR will provide you with guidance and structured plan for your specific goals and needs and provide assistance when needed. Strength and conditioning sessions run throughout the year to ensure fitness and activity all season.
Tuesday and Thursday from 5:45-6:45 pm
January Session: January 6th- January 29th

Inclusive Yoga- Wednesday (January 2026)

01/07/2026 03:30 PM - 01/28/2026 04:15 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is designed for all individuals. Participants in this group yoga class will increase their flexibility, mobility, breathing techniques, and overall well-being.
Wednesday from 3:30-4:15 pm
January Session: January 7th- January 28th

Boccia (January 2026)

01/07/2026 05:45 PM - 01/28/2026 06:45 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is designed for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and/or Physical Disabilities who are 16+. Participants in this program will engage in Boccia- an inclusive and fun game working on your fine motor skills, strategy, and offensive and defensive play.
Wednesday from 5:45-6:45 pm
January Session: January 7th- January 28th

Chair One Fitness Section 2 (January 2026)

01/08/2026 10:00 AM - 01/29/2026 10:45 AM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Adults 18+ and individuals of all abilities. Chair One Fitness is a fun chair-based dance fitness program which incorporates activities of daily living into cool dance moves. The program can be done from a traditional chair, or wheelchair. You are sure to get a good work out and have while having fun!
Thursday from 10:00-10:45 am
January Session: January 8th- January 29th
Individuals may sign up for only one section (section 1 or section 2) of Chair One Fitness to accommodate for our wait list. 

Drummercise- Drums Alive Section 2 (January 2026)

01/08/2026 12:15 PM - 01/29/2026 01:00 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Adults 18+ and individuals of all abilities. Drums Alive is a brain and body program that includes physical, mental, emotional, and social components of wellness.
Thursday from 12:15-1:00pm
January Session: January 8th- January 29th
Individuals may only sign up for one section (section 1 or section 2) total of Drummercise to accommodate for our waitlist.

Inclusive Yoga- Friday (January 2026)

01/09/2026 09:00 AM - 01/16/2026 10:00 AM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is designed for all individuals. Participants in this group yoga class will focus on strengthening, energizing, and up lifting your day!
Friday from 9:00-10:00 am
January Session: January 9th and January 16th.
Center will be closed 1/23 and 1/30 for staff training

Fresh STARt: Introduction to the STAR Center (January 2026)

01/09/2026 10:00 AM - 01/16/2026 10:45 AM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is open to individuals of all abilities 16+. This program is designed to welcome and orient new members to the STAR Center facility and programs. Participants will learn how to use STAR adaptive equipment and develop an initial exercise plan to use independently in the center.
Friday 10:00-10:45 am

Ease into Movement: Back, Shoulder, and Joint Pain (January 2026)

01/09/2026 12:00 PM - 01/16/2026 12:45 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
This program is designed for individuals with chronic back, shoulder, and/or joint pain and limited mobility. Individuals of all abilities and ages are welcome to participate.
Friday from 12:00-12:45 pm at STAR Center.
January Session: January 9th and January 16th.
Center will be closed 1/23 and 1/30 due to staff training.

Sled Hockey Strength Training (2025-2026 Season)

11/08/2025 11:00 AM - 03/14/2026 12:00 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Strength and conditioning training for sled hockey athletes. Utilize the equipment at STAR Center to help improve your athletic performance this season.
Saturday from 11:00-12:00 pm at STAR Center
November 8th- March 14th

Sled Hockey (2025-2026 Season)

09/30/2025 09:00 AM - 03/09/2026 12:00 PM CT
  • Free
La Crosse, WI
Sled hockey is the Paralympic sport of hockey. Players with physical disabilities play seated in sleds. They have two modified sticks. One end of the stick has “picks” which are used to propel the players along the ice. The other end has blade similar to a traditional hockey stick.Coulee Region “Frost” Sled Hockey was started in 2016. A group of 14 players started the first adaptive team sport for individuals with physical disabilities in the Coulee Region. They were the impetus for the development of the Sports, Therapeutic, and Adaptive Recreation (STAR) Association.
2025- 2026 Season: September 30th- March 9th
Please view program for practice schedule