Program Overview

Our Youth & Teen General Fitness Program provides a welcoming environment where young people can develop healthy habits and fitness skills at their own pace. This program runs after school and into the summer, offering a guided approach to physical activity that allows participants to explore different aspects of fitness based on their personal interests and goals.

Our program emphasizes proper technique and fundamental movements while allowing for exploration and enjoyment. Participants learn safe, age-appropriate training methods that build strength, coordination, balance, and mobility—creating a foundation for lifelong fitness habits in a supportive, non-competitive environment.

Our sessions are structured yet flexible, allowing kids to have input into their routine while receiving professional guidance. We create a balanced environment where young people can work at their own pace, celebrate effort and progress, and develop agency in their fitness journey without the pressure of performance metrics or comparison.



Led by experienced coaches who specialize in youth fitness development, our team understands the unique needs of growing bodies and creates a positive atmosphere where confidence grows alongside physical capabilities. Whether your child is looking to improve overall health, build strength for sports, or simply find a positive activity they enjoy, our program provides the guidance, support, and community they need to thrive.

Key Program Details

Intensity Level

Adaptable to all fitness levels, from complete beginners to active youth. Training is self-paced and tailored to individual comfort and readiness.

Schedule

M/W/F: 2:30-4:15PM

Location

1382 E Genesee Street, Skaneateles NY 13152

Pricing

Session prices vary from $20.00 to $30.00, depending on the level of commitment.

What to Expect

A welcoming, non competitive environment

...where young people can explore fitness at their own pace without pressure or judgment

Proper technique and fundamental skills

...learning safe, age-appropriate training methods that build strength, coordination, and mobility

Confidence through individual progress

...celebrating individual growth and developing a positive self-image based on effort and achievement

Professional guidance with personal input

...giving kids agency in their fitness journey while ensuring proper form and safe development

Instructors

Dan Flanick, M.S.

Dan's journey in athletics and coaching began in the Hudson Valley, where early experiences in competitive sports led him to earn a Division II baseball scholarship at Molloy College. However, it was during college that Dan discovered his true calling—helping others achieve their athletic and fitness goals through expert coaching and training.

In 2012, Dan transitioned from playing to coaching, transferring to Ithaca College to pursue Exercise Science. After graduating at the top of his class, he served as a Strength & Conditioning Coach intern at Cornell University, working with athletes across baseball, football, basketball, track and field, and equestrian sports.

Dan's pursuit of excellence led him to Baylor University in 2014, where he earned a Graduate Assistant position with one of the nation's top Division I athletic programs. Training under award-winning staff—including Coach Kaz Kazadi, the 2013 collegiate "Strength Coach of the Year"—Dan worked with football, tennis, acrobatics & tumbling, and cross-country athletes, developing expertise in high-performance athletic training.

After earning his Master's Degree in Sport Pedagogy in 2015, Dan was offered multiple collegiate coaching positions. Instead, he chose an entrepreneurial path—returning to his roots in Central New York to build something for his community.

In 2017, Dan and his family opened SkanStrength in a modest 500-square-foot space below a local bar. Through dedication and a commitment to serving the community, they've grown it into a thriving 7,500-square-foot facility offering fitness, wellness, and sports services for people of all ages and abilities.

Today, Dan remains hands-on as a coach and trainer for youth and teens while also serving as Assistant Baseball Coach and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Cayuga Community College. Over his 20+ years of combined playing and coaching experience, he has worked with an incredibly diverse population—from individuals with Down syndrome, autism, and intellectual disabilities to top high school athletes, collegiate competitors, and professional athletes.



Dan's combination of advanced education, extensive experience, longevity in the field, and work across such diverse populations is rare in this industry—where most practitioners move on within just a few years. He holds a B.S. in Exercise Science and a Master's in Sport Pedagogy (Physical Education), bringing a depth of expertise in youth development, strength and conditioning, adaptive fitness, and sports performance that comes only from years of dedicated practice and genuine commitment to the craft.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Community

My 11 year old son attends the after school program 2 days per week with Dan and Nate. He loves it and we are so thrilled to bring him to this great family run gym. Dan and his team are kind and encouraging- it’s what you hope it would be. The facility is large, clean and most importantly safe. My son has grown in strength and confidence and I would highly recommend this very positive and motivating experience for all tweens and beyond.

So my children have been attending Skan strength and fitness for just about a year… the environment programs and hands on approach from the physical trainers/ owners is amazing. They really put your/ your child’s needs first. I would highly recommend this facility to anyone starting for themselves or their student athletes.

My son has been to a few gyms in the Auburn/Skaneateles area, but absolutely loves SkanStrength. He is impressed with how the trainers have tailored a program to meet his needs and the individual attention they have given him. He highly recommends this gym.