Special Needs - Sports

large array of activities and outings for children with disabilities, such as horseback riding, karate, swim classes, art classes, dances, parties and camp.

Adapted tennis and dance therapy are among this organization's many offerings. Tennis, which is held on an ongoing basis, provides fun, fitness and positive social experiences for children with developmental, physical and emotional disabilities. Lessons, which are held either indoors or outdoors depending on weather, are held Monday through Saturdays and are tailored to meet group and individual needs.

A modified baseball program for children of all ages with disabilities. Children play baseball on a field specifically designed for wheelchair use to make sure that all children, no matter his or her level and ability, can play baseball.

Offers aquatics, Special Olympics training and other activities for children with developmental disabilities.

Therapeutic horseback riding for children with special needs. Those who ride horses get physical, emotional and social benefits that cannot be duplicated with other forms of therapy.

Provides a wide range of sports and social activities for kids with special needs. Among the sports programs offered are Kids in Motion, a fitness, exercise and movement program for youths and teens; Partners in Sports, which includes sports development and cooperative skill training; aquatics; bowling and Special Olympics training and competition.

United Martial Arts Center offers Taekwondo for children with special needs. The courses help them develop physically, mentally and socially. Each class is taught using positive reinforcement.

Basketball and soccer for boys and girls ages 5-15 with special needs. Programs are held at SUNY Purchase. Programs focus on basic coordination, athletic development and building confidence while stressing proper behaviors and group cooperation. Trained teachers and coaches handle each child's needs. Group sizes are small and determined by age and ability.