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...

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...

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....

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

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 attending this class will feel the warm breeze in their hair and be awed by the brilliant colors of an NYC sunset as it sets behind the hills of New Jersey. Watch the city wind down from a new perspective. This can be a mini-lesson for those looking to learn or a relaxing way to kick back and relax its up to you. There is no better way...

Practice bouting with other fencers.

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...

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...

This lesson provides the student with a solid foundation of skills as well as a certification from US Sailing, the national governing body of sailing. Students learn how to rig and derig a boat, sail at different angles to the wind, turn the boat through the wind, tie various knots, as well as how to predict the weather. Skills taught on the water...

The tennis coach will work with students on perfecting their serve, overhead lobs and net play using detailed analysis and teaching specific tactical awareness in competitive play. Instructor approval required to enroll. Class is limited to 4 students.Participants should bring their own tennis rackets for these classes. Note: Classroom location listings...

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.

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...

Improve your conditioning and stroke techniques for freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Ideal for any lap swimmer with basic knowledge of all four strokes. No makeups.

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...