Students studying Adapted Physical Education in the Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education at CSU, Long Beach are provided a variety of supervised practicum experiences ranging from preschool to adult age populations with disabilities and special needs:

Public Schools:
A variety of adapted physical education experiences are offered under the supervsion of APE Credential Specialist Teachers in various LA to Orange County locations. Experiences are offered across various settings ranging from special day schools to itinerant delivery service models and ages from preschool to secondary.

Preschool Motor Development Center :
On campus after school physical activity program for children 3 to 6 years of age.

Perceptual Motor Development Clinic:
On campus after school physical activity program for young children 5 to 12 years of age.

Camp Nugget :
On campus summer fitness, skill, & sport program for young children 5 to 12 years of age with special needs.

Beach Wellness Adapted Physical Education Program:
On campus individualized exercise program for university students and adults with disabilities.

Air Power Games:
On campus track and games meet for children with asthma.

Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center:
A variety of physical activity and sports programs (i. e. wheelchair Basketball) offered in a hospital setting.

Southern California State Special Olympics:
The Southern California State Special Olympics games are held each summer on campus and include; track and field, gymnastics, aquatics, basketball, tennis and bocci.

For more information contact:
Dr. Barry Lavay, Adapted  Physical Education Coordinator, CSU, Long Beach, Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90840, (310) 985-4077, E-MAIL, BLAVAY@CSULB.EDU
 

 The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE) at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) offers a variety of physical activity programs for children with disabilities and special needs. After school clinics and summer programs to meet the unique movement needs of all children are offered and include; The Preschool Motor Development Center, The Perceptual Motor Development Clinic, and Camp Nugget. The Preschool Motor Development Center directed by Jan Fisher provides evaluation and individualized enrichment sessions of gross and fine motor skills, visual perception, body awareness, and associated abilities for children 3 to 5 years of age. The Perceptual Motor Development Clinic and Camp Nugget, directed by Barry Lavay offers children 5 through 12 years of age individualized and group instruction in gross motor fundamental skills, health-related fitness, lead-up games/sport, aquatics and relaxation techniques. These programs are located  in Room 60 of the Physical Education Building in the KPE Department.

The programs are built upon a strong conviction that movement is important and beneficial to everyone throughout the lifespan and designed to provide positive movement opportunities and experiences. All children need to be afforded opportunities to enjoy and successfully participate in physical activity. More importantly, movement experiences can make important contributions toward each child's development in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional areas of learning. Finally, these programs serve as a valuable training site for CSULB students preparing for careers in adapted physical education.

Various programs are offered: Department of KPE PAPCSN Program phone number (562) 985-7969. The following programs and services are offered throughout the year. Call for the list of programs, program registration and schedules.

Preschool-Motor Development Center

The program provides evaluation of gross and fine motor skills, visual perception, body awareness, and associated abilities for children 3 to 6 years of age. Individualized enrichment sessions are provided weekly for children with developmental delays and mild to moderate disabilities. Contact Dr. Jan Fisher.

Perceptual-Motor Development After-School Clinic

The program is offered to children ages 5 through 12 with special needs and delays in gross motor development. Small group tutoring is provided by college students studying in the KPE Department (under the supervision of the University Coordinator in Adapted Physical Education, Dr. Barry Lavay). Activities emphasize through individualized instruction are gross motor fundamental skills, lead-up games, sports, relaxation activities, and social interaction. Two, 10-week sessions are offered during the school year (Fall and Spring) on  Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for 1 hour. The cost is  $140.00 for each 10-week session.  A one time initial assessment fee of $35.00 is required.

Camp Nugget Summer Camp

The program is offered to children ages 5 through 12 with special needs.  Small group instruction (ratio 6:1) is provided by college students studying in the KPE Department (under the supervision of the University APE Coordinator, Dr. Barry Lavay). Camp activities include swim instruction, instruction in fundamental skills and lead-up games, adapted sports, and arts & crafts. The program begins in June (the last Monday of the month) and continues for four weeks  through July. Offered Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to noon. The cost is $210 for the  four week session.