News Release.
Event to Support Children with Learning Disabilities & Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD) — Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m
The Sensory Sprint is an outdoor event that features Westchester’s first 2.5k obstacle run. Adults and children of all ages are invited to a Family Fun outdoor event that also features field games, group workouts for kids and adults, yoga, music and local food vendors. The event is hosted by Conquer and sponsored by WeeZee… the Science of Play. Conquer is the new non-profit arm of the 18,000 square foot play, fitness and learning facility WeeZee… the Science of Play. Raffles and prizes will include Full Day Passes to WeeZee.
Children and adults are invited to join established “Coach-led” teams, create their own team or participate individually. The cost for participation is $25/adult and $15/child under 16 years to join an established team or make your own team of 5 or more people; or sign up as a solo participant for $30/adult, $15/child under 16.
To register for the Sensory Sprint, go to www.conquerspd.eventbrite.com, call 914-752-4992, or email prowe@conquerspd.org. Advanced registration is suggested, but sign-ups will also be done the day of the event.
All funds raised will benefit Conquer, which aims to “conquer” learning disabilities and sensory processing disorders by researching the most effective equipment and programs that foster sensory development in children.
Outdoors at WeeZee…the Science of Play
480 N. Bedford Road (Chappaqua Crossing)
Chappaqua, NY 10514
WHO:
Conquer’s primary mission is to reduce the effects of learning disabilities and Sensory Processing Disorders in children through research obtained in a therapeutic “play” environment. The research goal is to identify the most effective, cutting edge equipment and techniques to combat learning disabilities caused by Sensory Processing Disorders, to
provide access to therapeutic play through transportation and tuition scholarships and to empower children and their families with new confidence so that they can “Conquer any challenge!” For more information, contact prowe@conquerspd.org, or call 914-752-4992.
