Cyrano's Place specializes in the art of fencing and offers classes, training and assistance from trained instructors. If you already know how to fence, stop by and enter to compete in the various competitions Cyrano's Place participates in. Hours and classes vary by month; call for more details.
Youth Challenge offers free year-round adapted sports and recreational programming to children with disabilities such as muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, spina bifida and hearing or sight impairments. Each child is paired up with a teenage volunteer who is trained to work and play with a physically handicapped child. They enjoy such activities like basketball, baseball, swimming, skiing and more. The headquaters is located in the office park off Sharon Drive.
Premier Sport Conditioning offers training programs that focus on sport-specific conditioning, and both amateur and professional athletes have used Premier Sport Conditioning to train. The methodology used for training is designed by former Olympic track athlete Mike Caza. Facilities feature a 3,000-square-foot speed and agility development area, a 2,000-square-foot stength development area, a 500-square-foot core and flexibility area, and a therapy and regeneration area. Individual, group and team training programs are also offered. Visit Premier Sport Conditioning online for testimonials and class information.
The Avon Lake Fitness Edge facility provides experienced trainers and state-of-the-art fitness equipment. A wide range of private and group classes (all professionally designed and led) target specific needs. Class sizes are limited and classes are offered frequently, allowing professional trainers to spend the time necessary to maximize your results.
Private classes are available for weight-training, nutrition and cardiovascular endurance. Group classes include aerobics, adult fitness, yoga, Boot Camp and kick boxing. Visit the Web site to learn about new classes being added to the schedule. Corporate memberships and group discounts are available; members must be at least 14 years of age.
The City of Mentor maintains three public swimming facilities. Each outdoor pool features designated lap lanes, baby pool, tether ball, water basketball, and more. They can also be rented for special occasions. Lifeguard training, water exercise, scuba training and Learn to Swim programs are also offered at the pools. Seasonal acquatic passes can be purchased.
LaTuchie Tennis Center offers a wide range of tennis programs for players of nearly all ages and abilities. The club has six indoor and four outdoor tennis courts, a full-service pro shop and a nursery which provides daycare on weekdays. While the club is a membership-based tennis club, non-members may reserve court time, participate in club instructional programs and more.
Empowering Punch is a personal training and boxing studio which offers TRX suspension training, yoga, core stability classes, boxing classes and more. Personal training as well as one-on-one, buddy, youth and small-group training is offered. Youth fitness boxing is also available.
The White Cloud Studio specializes in Pilates training. The company is run by Troy McCarty who opened Cleveland's first Pilates studio in Lakewood and has now expanded to Chagrin Falls and Cleveland Heights. The White Cloud experience starts with four sessions with a trained instructor to introduce Pilates and from there are more advanced options. Classes are daily on the hour with registration. Prices for private instruction begin at $50 for one session or 15 for $645. Group and duet classes are also available at a discounted rate. The Fairmount location for White Cloud Studio is located close to the Cedar and Fairmount intersection in Cleveland Heights.
Discovery Preschool's philosophy is to create an environment in which children can develop physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually in preparation for kindergarten. The kids learn through structured teaching, play and group activities. The preschool does not offer religious education even though it is attached to the Noble Road Presbyterian Church. The preschool is located near Interstates 90, 271 and 480 and is close to public transportation. It has open enrollment year-round.