Physical Education

Since living an active lifestyle and being physically fit is essential to good health, every Wednesday you can find our team of dedicated staff members and volunteers working with the students. They lead students in activities geared at developing game skills that are success oriented and non-competitive. These standards-based lessons are fun and increase cardio health and muscle strength.

Our Coaches:

Michelle O’Neil

Ms. O’Neil has coordinated our physical education program for several years. She schedules volunteers and staff to ensure that on Wednesdays, all our students participate in physical fitness and team building activities. Ms. O’Neil guides students though our Colfax Bootcamp, where students focus on building upper body and core strength.

Mark and Elizabeth Blanchard – Yoga

Mark and Elizabeth and their wonderful instructors have voluntarily provided yoga instruction for our students during the past four years. They work with kids incorporating age appropriate lessons that focus on increasing students’ flexibility, core strength and mental focus. Mark Blanchard’s Power Yoga studio is located in Studio City. All Colfax parents receive a special discounted rate of $10 per class. http://markblanchardsyoga.com

Sean Farnham- Basketball

Our basketball coach, Sean, played basketball at UCLA for four years. When he played for the Bruins, the team made it to the NCAA tournament all four years, the Elite 8 once and the Sweet 16 twice. Sean works with Colfax students to develop their ball handling, dribbling and passing skills.

Sarah Farnham- Soccer

Sarah, our soccer coach, is a former UCLA soccer player. She works with the students to develop ball handing and soccer-related coordination skills.

By giving students the opportunity to practice games skills that promote strength and confidence on a regular basis, our goal is to make sure that all of our students develop healthy habits that will stay with them for the rest of their lives!