About
How it all started…
For over 25 years, family owned Throwback Sports has operated in the New York area serving youth, teens, and the adult sports community.
Mike Cohen started the program coaching one kid in the park back in 1990 and in 1998, Throwback Sports was formed and has been thriving ever since.
Throwback sports specializes in a skill building approach that promotes teamwork, flexibility, and leadership going beyond the world of sports — making everyday life more enjoyable.
We offer a wide variety of choices in youth, teen and adult divisions. There is a place for everyone at Throwback Sports. Our classes are designed for people of all ages, all levels and features a variety of different sports and fitness related programs/activities.
All ages. All Levels. All sports that can be done in Central Park :)
About the youth program…
In youth sports, this community based program introduces children to the fun of sports activity. Whether for children who need to build a foundation, strengthen skills, or are up for continued development - all children will be able to move to the next level in our program. In Throwback Sports, children can participate in a variety of options:
- all-around sports and fitness class
- basketball
- baseball/t-ball
- soccer
- lacrosse
- running/fitness
-fitness and strength building in the park
“"My 7-year-old started with an all-around class, so he could gain an understanding of his body and the mechanics of movement. The coaches did an excellent job of introducing all sports. My child's love of physical activity deepened even further, and, more importantly his level of coordination, confidence, and teamwork also grew. Once reluctant to catch or kick a ball, my child now excels in playing soccer. The positive, reassuring, social environment of Throwback Sports is like no other. Game on!”
- F. Love, father of elementary age student at NYC public school
About the teenage program…
The goal is to give the teens a chance to progress to a more proficient level of play by building up individual skills and developing even more of team concept. Interacting socially with peers and working cooperatively with the coaching staff strengthens this community based program. The teens also have the opportunity to work with younger members of the program as peer mentors- developing important leadership skills.
Classes and programs offered:
personal training for fitness and strength
basketball
baseball/softball
soccer
lacrosse
working with the younger members of the group to develop leadership.
fitness, stretching and strength building in the park
“My 17 year-old son, Charlie, has been attending weekly sessions with Coach Mike since he was five years old. Over the years, Throwback Sports has been an extremely positive force in his life. Whether it is basketball, tennis, soccer, or recreational games, Mike and his coaches make each child feel successful. I can confidently say that Throwback Sports has greatly boosted Charlie’s athletic abilities and self-esteem.”
-Parent, Throwback Sports
“It’s a cool sports program. I get to be with my friends and the coaches. My favorite sport to play is basketball and all of the exercises have made me stronger.”
- Julian, age 19
About the adult program…
This community based program promotes fitness, sports play and team bonding.
The adult classes consist of:
-fitness - stretching, strength work, runnng and various exercises in the park
basketball
baseball/softball
Soccer
“I enjoy my weekly sessions of basketball and ping pong with the coaches and other players. It’s a strong community atmosphere where everyone feels welcome and it’s open to anyone who wants to try it. And it benefits your body by all the exercises that we do.”
-Leo Weissman (25), member since 2010
Throwback Sports
"Where Play Matters"
Throwback Sports promotes learning through physical activity, movement, and play. Our mission is to build skill, confidence, and ability in the kids we work with through the use of sports, exercise, and physical activity.
We believe daily physical activity and play are critical for the development of children that are both healthy and happy.
1 hour session/$140
1.5 hour session/$210
Visit our website for more information:
www.throwbacksportsnyc.com
Contact Coach Mike Cohen (917)822 0116
Email: throwbacksports@verizon.net
Main office: 632 Green Briar Court, Westfield NJ 07090