Just for Kicks was started in May, 2001. The goal of the Just for Kicks
programs is to provide an opportunity for children with disabilities to gain
the skills, knowledge, and appropriate attitudes to live an active, healthy
lifestyle.
SKILLSnDRILLS was started as a DBA under Just for Kicks, Inc. in May of 2002. SKILLSnDRILLS Camps are provided for children with and without disabilities. The goals of these camps are to assist children to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully participate in soccer programs in the community.
Camp Director - Tom Moran (tom@skillsndrills.com)
BS in Education - Physical Education
Minor - Psychology For The Exceptional Child
(SUNY CORTLAND)
- MSED in Adapted Physical Education (SUNY CORTLAND)
- Currently working on my Ph.D. in Adapted Physical Education
(University of Virginia)
- Head Adapted P.E. Instructor, Genesee Valley Rotary Camp
- Former Adapted PE teacher, DeRuyter Central School, DeRuyter, NY
- Over 3000 Hours Teaching experience with children with disabilities
- Present at Local, State, National, and International Conferences in the
area of adapted physical education.
- Former Assistant Men's Soccer Coach, SUNY CORTLAND
- Coached various club and recreational soccer teams
- Certified Professional Rescuer with First Aid, CPR & AED Training
Camp Staff
Our Coaches Are:
- Both General and Adapted Physical Educators
- Elementary & Secondary Teachers
- Special Education Teachers
- College & High School Soccer Coaches
- College & High School Soccer Players
- College Students in the following areas:
- Physical Education - Adapted Physical Education - Elementary Education/
Special Ed.
We also hire high school students to assist in demonstrating the skills because
it is proven that peer tutoring is an effective form of instruction. Studies show children learn more from their peers as opposed to adults.
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