SNAM: Special Needs Artistic Movement (Winter/Spring 2026)

Thank you for your interest in our Creative Arts Studio program at Challenge Mountain. 

The Special Needs Artistic Movement (SNAM) dance program was initiated as an Eagle Scout project by Claire Winnell and continues today as a collaboration with Crooked Tree Arts Center - School of Ballet. The class is an inclusive program welcoming those of all abilities and skill levels, and culminates with our annual “Arts are for Everyone” showcase, performed sometime in May at the Great Lakes Performing Arts Center.

Participants gain personal fulfillment through a sense of accomplishment and a feeling of acceptance that translates positively into their everyday lives. These experiences create positive individual and group development, while building social and character skills.

Age Limit: Individuals 13 years and older living with a disability

Location: Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey

Class Schedule and Time: This class starts on February 16 and continues every Monday and Friday until May 18. Class takes place between 12:30pm - 2pm. Participants are encouraged to attend every class. 

Cost: Thanks to generous donors, the dance class is provided for free

Things to Bring: Yourself 

Please contact our program director, Linda Armstrong, at linda@challengemtn.org or call 231.535.2141 with ANY questions or concerns.