Exercise

Exercise classes for kids in the Rochester, NY area.

The Indoor Ski Area
1225 Jefferson Road (Frontier Commons)
Rochester, NY 14623
(585) 338-7669
Contact: Chris Booth, Director
Ski and Snowboard training for kids ages 3-88 is done indoors on the only Snow Deck in the region. All equipment is provided and students wear a harness to prevent falls. Instruction is done one-on-one by Certified instructors.
Skiing is taught using the Direct to Parallel system that takes advantage of modern shaped skis. No snowplow, wedge or stem maneuvers are taught so participants learns expert level parallel turns from the start. Levels taught include: beginners, returning moms and dads, remedial, and expert.
Snowboarding is taught using a Direct to the Fall Line approach. Painful hard falls are prevented because of the harness and balance bar. Students are taught to ride both Regular and Goofy footed to increase their fun and safety. Skills taught include: balance, toe and heel side turns, 180's, 360's, jumping, side slipping, and toe/heel catch and recover to avoid falling.
All skills taught can be used on snow to make transition to the slopes fun and easy.

The Snackers
Clinical Associates of the Finger Lakes
590 Fishers Station Drive, Suite 130
Victor, NY 14564
585-924-7207
Contact: Wendy Swain, Groups For Growth Coordinator
email: swainw@clinassoc.com
This group is designed for children with a limited food repertoire. Children participate in activities that focus on nutrition, exercise and exposure to healthful foods. A parent component includes discussion of strategies for dealing with the sensory and behavioral aspects of the picky eater and provides an open forum in which to share nutrition information and meal ideas. This class meets for one time per week for 90 minutes in a 6 week session. It is most appropriate for children who are ages 3 to 5 years and who enjoy playing and learning in a social group environment. The class is led by an occupational therapist or a special education teacher. The next session begins the week of October 23. Please call or email for specific days and times. Cost of 6 week class:$120.00

Mind/Body Venture
Clinical Associates of the Finger Lakes
590 Fishers Station Drive, Suite 130
Victor, NY 14564
585-924-7207
Contact: Wendy Swain, Groups For Growth Coordinator
email: swainw@clinassoc.com
Children ages 4 to 6 years participate in Yoga, Pilates, and creative dance movements that enhance their ability to gain control and mastery of their bodies. Group focus will also be on developing hand-eye coordination and visual problem-solving skills, in combination with physical skills, and mental agility to enhance the ability to make quick and accurate decisions with their minds and bodies. This 6 week class meets one time per week for 90 minutes and is led by a physical or occupational therapist. The next session starts the week of October 23. Please call or email for specific days and times. Cost of the class: $120.00