First and foremost we want to empower children with sensory impairments to be physically active and productive members of their schools, communities and society in general.  Because children with visual impairments have been shown to have lower levels of health related physical fitness than their peers, the camp plays a vital role in reinforcing each child’s self esteem and confidence in their ability to master specific sports, recreational and social activities.  These areas are often overlooked in the education and home environment, and the camp can be the only opportunity some of these children have to participate in athletic activities.  Each child is sent home with an in depth assessments of their abilities on each sport and activity. This is shared with the parents and physical educator to increase understanding of their current abilities.

The second is to train undergraduate and graduate students how to teach sports and recreational activities to children with sensory impairments.  

· Health related fitness of children with visual impairments

· Study barriers to physical activity

· Inclusion of general physical education of students with visual impairments

· Issues related to posture & balance of children with visual impairments

· Nutrition curriculum effectiveness

· The effect of Dance, Dance Revolution on physical activity