FIU started with the idea to build a public university in Miami, an institution that could create opportunity for an ever changing city. 50 Years later, that idea became a Carnegie Foundation top-ranked research university. What started on an abandoned airstrip became a leading cultural institution, a community of 200,000 alumni and a solution center for the challenges of the…
Exergame would like to introduce RunBEAT to their already impressive lineup of interactive fitness products!! With RunBEAT, personal fitness levels don’t matter. Run side by side with others, while RunBEAT keeps track of everyone’s progress. That’s right now you can up the competition while even running on a Treadmill. Avatars on the screen react immediately to the changes in the…
At the YMCA of Frederick County, they are strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Every day, the staff work side-by-side with community members to address the most pressing needs in Frederick County. They aim to ensure that everyone — regardless of age, income, or background — has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Part of…
The tWall can be a great addition for people who are in physical therapy. The tWall is an interactive touch wall that provides sensory feedback via lights and touch sensors. People who are recovering from brain injuries and concussions especially benefit from tWall. This interactive touch wall can help improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time. Injuries to the brain can…
The Hilton Head Island Recreation Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people of all ages through public recreation programs, wellness activities and community events. Recently after many years of planning they opened a brand new Recreation Center, the Carmines Recreation Building. This Center now houses one of the largest interactive fitness gaming rooms…
Occupational Therapy is the only profession that helps people across their lifespan to do things they want to do. Occupational therapy is supposed to enable people to live life to it’s fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent or live better with injury, illness or disability. Common occupational therapy interventions include helping children with disabilities to participate fully in…
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital is a 102-bed non-profit children’s hospital in Mt. Washington of Baltimore that provides care for children with complex health problems. MWPH is jointly owned by Johns Hopkins Medical System and University of Maryland Medical System. Recently as an addition to the Hospital Center; they wanted to add a piece of equipment that would be fun to…
The Roslyn Union Free School District is situated less than 20 miles from midtown Manhattan. The school district covers an area of five square miles and encompasses a group of primarily residential communities on Long Island’s north shore, including the historic Village of Roslyn and all or part of East Hills, Flower Hill, Greenvale, Roslyn Estates, Roslyn Harbor and Roslyn…
Physical Therapy is defined as therapy for the preservation, enhancement, or restoration of movement and physical function impaired or threatened by disease, injury, or disability. Cognitive Deficits, also called intellectual disability, is a condition beginning in childhood in which people show significant limitations in their ability to learn and function. Intellectual disabilities are divided into degrees of severity based on…
ISF, Inc. is a nonprofit 501 (3) (c) organization whose mission is to provide skilled therapeutic, fitness, and rehabilitation services that maximize a child’s capacity to play sports and recreational activities. This unique facility is working with kids, adults, and seniors by providing a fun interactive fitness option like Exergame! Parents who have children with special needs will find working…
Personal training is another popular service offered by Health Clubs, YMCA’s, and Parks and Rec facilities. Working with a personal trainer can be very helpful for people who aren’t experienced in working out. They can help you set realistic fitness goals whether it’s for athletics, weight loss, etc. Below you will find some benefits of personal training. Educational- Personal trainers…
The mission of Arizona Science Center is to inspire, educate and entertain people of all ages about science. One of the newest exhibits is bringing the concept of fitness and gaming together to promote more physical activity and health for their members. The most recent addition is the iDANCE Multiplayer Group Dance System! Dancing is so much fun, so why…
