PHYSICAL BEST ~ FITNESSGRAM

Do you need a professional development program for a Superintendents Conference Day, a Saturday or a summer day? NYS AHPERD is now organizing Physical Best Workshops.

Physical Best is a comprehensive health- related fitness education program developed by physical educators for physical educators. Physical Best fits into any physical education curriculum and is designed to challenge, encourage, and educate ALL children regardless of athletic talent, physical and mental abilities, or disabilities. Children focus on personal improvement rather than attaining unrealistic standards. It is an inclusive program providing developmentally appropriate activities for different ages and abilities. It is personalized to each child's individual preferences and capabilities.

The program content incorporates all health-related components of fitness and nutrition education taught through activity. It incorporates parent/community involvement and provides the best scientific research available on physical activity and health, which includes FITNESSGRAM. FITNESSGRAM is a health-related assessment program that complements the Physical Best education program. Leading researchers in physical activity and assessment from the Cooper Institute in Dallas, Texas developed the FITNESSGRAM assessment.

For more information on hosting a Physical Best ~ FITNESSGRAM workshop at your school contact Colleen Corsi at the Central Office 315.823.1015