Program Description

KEEN's core program is called "Sports," and takes place in a gym, with a variety of sports equipment available. Athletes and coaches may throw a basketball or kick a soccer ball, or they may take a walk around an outdoor track. Many athletes love to bounce on our large therapy balls, and others enjoy speeding across the floor on our 4-wheeled...

Among the many large, inflatable pool toys joyous and noisy KEEN athletes and volunteers can be found having a blast in the pool. A few even like to swim a lap or two. Like all KEEN programs, the volunteer coach works individually with their athlete to find the activities that best meet their needs. KEEN swim sessions end with a group Tug of...

KEEN Young Adult Athletes love to bowl, meet friends and engage with the community. They have so much fun, Bowling has become one of KEEN's most popular programs.
Ages: 16 - 21

KEEN Teens who focus their energy on Basketball and are interested in playing more will enjoy working on ball handling and team playing skills under the direction of a local high school JV basketball coach. Athletes are assisted by and enjoy friendships with individual volunteer coaches.

KEEN's young adult athletes love to dance and have fun with friends so much that Zumba Fitness continues to grow in popularity. Athletes are assisted by and enjoy friendships with individual volunteer coaches during this instructor-led dance session.
Ages: 16-25

KEEN Tae Kwon Do is a program for our youngest athletes, letting them work on focus and concentration as well as muscle skills. Teenaged tae kwon do student volunteers help each athlete participate in exercises and drills led by Master Moon.
Ages: 5- 12 and 13-18

Peer Companion Program for Teens

KEEN Teens who enjoy more structure and independence find a home in KEEN Club. This is the only KEEN program where volunteers have to make a time commitment. High School students commit to partner with an individual athlete for the entire school year. They develop unique friendships while playing more...

In July we hold Family Sports Days at Kilmer Center School in Vienna, VA.  KEEN athletes and their families from all programs and locations are invited to attend.

This “open gym” session is an opportunity for KEEN families to bring their KEEN athletes and other kids together for an afternoon. It’s a great time to get everyone out of the...