In today’s digital world, getting young people excited about physical activity can be a real challenge — especially when screen time often competes with active play. But what if screen time became the pathway to better health? At the Boys & Girls Club of Martin County, that’s exactly what’s happening through their innovative exergaming program. Through interactive technology that blends…
Exergaming can introduce a new level of excitement to Boys & Girls Clubs by combining physical activity with the thrill of video games, creating an engaging and dynamic experience for kids of all ages. Recently we were able to catch up with Jaime Fernandez the Senior Branch Director at the Chandler Compadres Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley. He…
Combining technology with fitness, like exergaming, offers a range of benefits for kids at Boys and Girls Clubs, making physical activity more engaging and accessible. Exergaming refers to video games that integrate physical exercise, requiring players to move their bodies as part of the gameplay. Recently Exergame was lucky enough to work with the Boys & Girls Club of the…
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley (BGCAZ) offers affordable after-school and summer programs for 16,000+ young people in grades K-12. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley’s members engage in daily physical activity, make healthy nutrition choices, and refrain from participating in risky behavior. Recently at the Chandler Compadres Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley,…
The Boys & Girls Club of Lower Naugatuck Valley is spread across two towns that provide a safe and nurturing environment for their members. The goal of the clubs is not only to provide a fun and engaging experience for their kids, but also a place where they can learn to goal set, and reach heights they never dreamed of.…
Mobile exergaming products, which combine exercise with video games, can be an excellent way to get kids at Boys and Girls Clubs more active. Exergame had the opportunity over the last few years to work directly with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater High Point and install some of our mobile exergaming options. While we now have been able…
The mission of the BGC of Northern Rhode Island, is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. For almost seventy years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Rhode Island has served the youth of Cumberland, Lincoln, and Woonsocket by providing a safe haven for them…
The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Lower Naugatuck Valley is to provide, in a safe environment, programs that inspire, educate, guide, and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. It is extremely important for the club to remain as accessible as possible to…
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Franklin-Simpson and Scottsville-Allen Counties offer a multi-level approach to helping youth thrive. Their Formula for Impact is designed to lead young people through the club experience and focus on three priority outcomes: academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. Exergame has been very lucky over the last few years to have the…
Exergaming, or exercise gaming, involves physical activity through video games that require movement and engagement of the player’s body. Integrating exergaming into healthy lifestyles programs within Boys and Girls Clubs can offer several benefits focused on team building, cooperative games, and social skill development. Recently at the Boys & Girls Club of Lower Naugatuck Valley we discussed how active gaming…
One of the hardest things for many non-profit organizations is to inspire more donor dollars to support their cause. While many non-profit programs can have a tremendous impact on the community, finding ways to continue to get them to give back can be an uphill battle. Recently in our work with the the Boys & Girls Club of Lower Naugatuck…
One of the big questions I see continually throughout the YMCAs is, “How do I show value to the teens when trying to sell a family membership.” Many teens might not find the fitness center interesting, or may feel to old for the childcare spaces. So the big question becomes “how can I give them an active space that they…
