Kids and Young Adults with Physical and Developmental Disabilities can Exercise with KEEN. What’s KEEN, you say? KEEN stands for Kids Enjoy Exercise Now. This recreational program aims to empower youth with disabilities by providing free, non-competitive one-to-one programs of exercise, fitness, and fun, led by volunteer coaches.
Since 1992, KEEN has successfully encouraged thousands of kids and young adults with disabilities to exercise. What began in Washington D.C has now spread across the United States to areas such as San Francisco, Phoenix, and Chicago. How lucky are we to have a branch here in NYC?
At the heart of the KEEN’s mission is a beautiful vision of acceptance. “Imagine a World where Every Child finds Friendship and Self Esteem” -Keen NYC. In fact, an Inclusion philosophy serves as the foundation of the program. To explain further, EVERYONE has an equal opportunity to participate regardless of their ability. I can’t speak for you but once I read that I immediately became a fan. I have been witness to plenty of situations where children with special needs weren’t included in gym class or even engaged with because of their disability. So programs like these make me immensely happy.
Please keep in mind that a short athlete enrollment form must be completed before you join. You and your family/caregiver must complete orientation before registering for your first session. The schedule is available online and it’s packed -Better get to steppin!
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