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“My son loves every KEEN event - the regular sessions, the annual Sports Festival, you name it - because, for that time period, he has a friend. KEEN gives people with disabilities the friendship they so desire but can't obtain on their own. ” – KEEN parent


Programs

All of KEEN's programs are based on a single principle: pair a trained volunteer with an athlete and let them discover together how much they can do. Programs are all open and unstructured, allowing athletes facing significant challenges to have fun and be successful.

Sports
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 play floor hockey. Many athletes love to bounce on our large therapy balls, and others enjoy speeding across the floor on our 4-wheeled scooter boards. KEEN Sports programs are held at the Brush Creek Community Center on the 3rd Sunday of each month.
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Tots
KEEN Tots provides an opportunity for children, ages 3 - 5 years old, to share in recreational fun like our older KEEN Athletes. The children will have the opportunity to socialize with adults and other children while playing a variety of different physical activities. The Tots Session is held at the Brush Creek Community Center on the 3rd Sunday of every month.
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Swim
KEEN Swim brings the KEEN formula to the pool. A large variety of inflatable equipment makes even the most cautious athlete eager to get in the water and splash about. Swimmers who are able are encouraged to swim a lap or two. The swim sessions are held at the Tony Aguirre Community Center on the 1st Saturday of each month.
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Bowling
In addition to Sports, Tots, & Swim, KEEN will begin offering KEEN Bowling. These sessions will be held the 2nd Saturday at 1:00 PM at the AMF Lanes (across from Independence Center) in Independence, Missouri. Whether you are a bowling pro or need bumpers, these sessions are sure to be a hit!
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Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (KEEN) - P.O. Box 45381, Kansas City, MO 64171 - info@keenkansascity.org