Sports & Games Lessons in NYC, New York

During the lesson, students will learn how to steer, how to control the sails, the different parts of the boat, and a few basic maneuvers. This workshop is perfect for people new to the sport. Concepts are taught on the water and reinforced on land in the classroom. This will be a great experience for those deciding if they want to learn more about...

Students begin learning footwork, the proper manner of gripping the weapon and positions of the hand. Along with this foundation they will also learn the centuries old etiquette that exists in a traditional school of fencing. Students receive instruction in classical and historical fencing from dedicated professionals of a traditional fencing lineage....

Attain the fundamentals of the swing, grip, alignment, stance, posture, body rotation, weight transfer, and balance—and the proper techniques for pitching, chipping and putting. First 2 classes meet at QCC, 3rd-5th session at a local driving range, and the 6th at an 18-hole pitch and putt golf course.  Enrollment limited. Please...

Practice bouting with other fencers.

Students will do intense workout to improve general body strength, speed, coordination and endurance.

A safe and supportive environment will be provided for students with little or no previous swimming experience, who will progress at their own pace. Treading water, front and back float, front crawl stroke, beginner back stroke, water entries (feet first and basic dive), underwater swimming and water safety skills will be covered. A swimming cap...

For one hour, students learn the basic fundamentals of golf, gripping the club, learning the swing path of the club, etc. Note: Students need to bring their own golf clubs and gloves. If you don't have one, you may rent from the school for $10 a club. Gloves are available for purchase from their store on the day of the lesson. Regular sneakers will...

Students will gain discipline, sharper reaction time, a full body workout and self-confidence. Fencing is a sport for children (as early as 9 years old), teenagers and adults. Modern fencing requires the courage, stamina, speed, and agility of a fighter combined with the ability to out-think an opponent. There is nothing like the exhilaration of...

Students with some swimming experience will perfect their lap swim techniques and master the basics of the sidestroke, floating and treading water.  A swimming cap is mandatory.  Note: The pool is only available during class hours. Classroom location listings are also posted outside the CAPS office and the lobby of the 17 Lexington Avenue...

This class brings fencers to a higher level of footwork and technical skills, bouting tactics and continues to emphasize etiquette and sportsmanship. Prerequisite: Fencers who have acquired a good understanding of basic movements and have at least half a year of fencing experience.  Note: Full set of equipment is necessary.

This is an Advanced class for fencers with at least one year competitive experience with fencing. Fencers in this class are annual members, take individual lessons, train two-three times a week, have their own electric and protective gear, and compete regularly in local as well as national events.

This class will develop all strokes from the very beginning with an end goal of lap swimming (fitness swimming). This class focuses on breath control, balance & body position. No previous swimming experience is necessary. The Benefits of Swimming: It is a perfect activity for improving Aerobic Fitness, Flexibility, Body Strength, Muscle Tone...

In this class, they learn: arm strokes, leg kicks and breathing coordination, as well as rotation, treading water, floating, submerging and changing directions. Swimmers are introduced to the technical fundamentals of backstroke and freestyle with rotary breathing; to the rudiments of breaststroke and butterfly, as well as sitting and standing dives....

For students who have mastered in the intermediate skills and they are ready to more competitive training. Please bring the following: Indoor sneakers Shorts/sweat pants T-shirt

Tired of those boring stretches on the treadmill? Yoga too zen? Try fencing! It's a great workout that challenges your mind, too. And yes, adults can compete: there are even specific divisions for fencers 40-plus, 50s, 60s, and even 70s! Even if you choose not to compete, it's a sport you can enjoy your entire lifetime. Our modular program allows...