The Sports Medicine & Science Institute and Humanitarian Resource Institute are expanding health education initiatives targeting youth.  Programs are conducted by Stephen M. Apatow,  international coach for Olympic and sport development programs, and founder of the nonprofit organization Humanitarian Resource Institute.

Apatow's experience includes research and development of programs for thousands of dancers and athletes across the United States as well as extensive work with youth programs across America, during the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information 6000 mile cycling initiative for substance abuse in 1990 (www.cycleacrossamerica.org) and Run Across America Campaign in 1993 (www.runacrossamerica.org). Both projects were completed in conjunction with his intensive training program for international competition in the sports of cross country skiing and rowing during the 80's and early 90's.

Humanitarian Resource Institute feels that this is a unique opportunity for all young people to gain exposure to instruction and insight normally reserved for a privileged few in Olympic development programs. 

Program objectives include goal setting, awareness of the mechanics of the human body, steps needed to optimize performance and prevent injuries along with sports specific applications. In conjunction with these programs, HRI would like to see a long term support system coordinated by community leaders, local programs, arts centers and fitness facilities.
 

(L) Specialized classes at the Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts, (R) Gymnastics Coaches Education Program, participants included Maria Filotova, member of the 1976 and '80 Soviet Union Olympic teams, and Sasha Kourbatov, former member of the Russian international team at GTC Gymnastics, Rochester, NY.

For additional information contact: s.m.apatow@esportsmedicine.org
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The Humanitarian Resource Institute America's National Community Needs Database Initiative (http://www.humanitarian.net/usdatabase) is proud to support the Kennedy Center Alliance for Arts Education Network.
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Related Information:

• Developmental Optimization of Candidates Preparing for Service in the United States Marine Corps: (SMSI) May 2004.
• Reaffirming the Olympic Ideal for the Purpose of Continuing the Progress of Humanity
• International Sports Science Association Spotlights Founder of Humanitarian Resource Institute: September 2002 -  International coach for dance and Olympic development programs provides educational opportunities and coaching assistance to disadvantaged youth across the United States.

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1999 Society of State Directors of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation National Conference: Presentation by S.M.Apatow focuses on classical ballet based postural alignment analysis and integration into sport development programs for injury prevention and performance optimization.  Our target audience was physical education directors from Board of Education offices representing 50 states. Program Offered to Central School Districts Nationwide: Schedule a health promotion, sports performance and injury prevention presentation, introduced at the 1999 SSDHPER Conference.  .

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