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About Me.

 

  Craig Goldman brings a wealth of experience to CSG Exercise, with over 40 years in the field of physical education, sports, and fitness. His career began at various Jewish Community Centers across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, where he managed health clubs, led children's sports programs, and directed summer camps for nearly two decades. Since 1997, Goldman has been a fixture at the Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy and Rae Kushner Yeshiva High School in Livingston, NJ, serving as both a Physical Education Teacher and, for 21 years, as the Athletic Director. His summers have been equally productive, with more than a decade spent directing basketball clinics in the US and Israel. Goldman's versatility extends to running "play" programs for adult and teen conventions, as well as conducting training seminars and sports clinics. He's known for his innovative approach, specializing in "new games" and fresh perspectives on sports and fitness. Goldman attributes much of his success to his hands-on, high-energy style and his passion for infusing elements of play into all aspects of his work. This enthusiasm, combined with his extensive experience across various age groups and settings, has made him a respected figure in the field of physical education and sports training.  

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Background

Education

Masters of Science, Health Service Administration Russel Sage College, Troy, New York

Bachelors of Science, Physical Education State University of New York at Cortland

Work Experience

Athletic Director and PE Teacher Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy / Kushner Yeshiva HS

Owner of WHYNOTPLAYFORFUN Company geared toward more adult and child fun/activeness 

Director of Israel/US Teen Summer Basketball Program Program bringing American and Israeli teens together through basketball

Personal Trainer 40 years of adult and teen fitness training 

Certifications 

Parkinson's Disease Awareness Training for Fitness Professionals APDA

Gait Keeping Course given by Pam Quinn 

Active Aging Certification SCW

Personal Training, Yoga, Tai Chi, Bootcamp SCW 

Aerobics Specialist Training The Cooper Institute, Dallas, TX

CPR and First Aid Certification Heart Saver

Communication Certification Alison

Stretching Certification Expert Rating Global Certifications

Coaching Principles Instructor Cert. The National Foundation for High School Coaches 

“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together”

Vincent van Gogh

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