We are hearing more and more from Boys & Girls Clubs of America the need to turn their underutilized spaces into active areas that support healthier lifestyle goals. Many clubs might have outdated weight rooms that are not only absent of use, but can also be unsafe for a variety of age levels. This is the exact scenario we had…
The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley has been providing kids with hope and opportunity for 65 years—inspiring and empowering our members to reach their greatest potential in a safe, affordable, fun environment. A few years back we had the opportunity to meet with the Operations Director Jim Queen at one of the Boys & Girls Club…
At the Boys & Girls Club of Toledo, one of the hardest things for them to be able to do; was finding something that ALL ages and ALL ability levels could play. This is why Exergame became a perfect fit for their club. Exergaming at your Boys & Girls Club has the potential to make physical activity more enjoyable and…
Exergame at the BGC: Kids’ opinions about exercising and exergames can vary depending on their individual interests, personalities, and experiences. At the Boys & Girls Club of Toledo, kids continue to talk with each other about their new Exergame room. This helps bring in new kids, members, or even field trips to have the interactive fitness experience. The more the kids…
Exergaming, or the combination of exercise and gaming, has become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to make physical activity more engaging and enjoyable. By incorporating exergaming into your facility’s recruitment strategy, you can attract new members and promote a fun and interactive atmosphere. Here’s how exergaming can be used to recruit new members at your facility: 1.…
While being at the Boys & Girls Club of America, they will do whatever it takes to build great futures for America’s young people. With the introduction of Exergames at a variety of BGC’s, we have seen a tremendous increase in workout buddies. This BGC program promotes healthy lifestyles and physical activity through sports leagues, fitness classes, and nutrition education.…
Exergaming, also known as video game-based exercise, can be a great option for kids that love technology and may be more likely to engage in physical activity if it involves the use of technology. Firstly, exergaming can make exercise more appealing and engaging for tech-savvy kids by incorporating technology and video games into physical activity. Instead of traditional exercises that…
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo programs are carefully designed to support the achievement of the Youth Development Outcomes for their young people leaving their Clubs at 18. Getting a good reaction from kids when they first see exergaming can be something important for a few reasons: Engagement: When children are engaged and interested in something, they are more…
The Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos is part of a larger nationwide network of community-based, autonomous organizations and Boys & Girls Clubs of America working to help children of all ages and backgrounds develop the qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders. The Club is committed to serving ages as young as 6, and all the way…
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County is a very goal oriented organization that focuses on enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. 3 key areas of focus include. – Academic Success – Good Character and Good Citizenship – Healthier Lifestyles Recently at the opening of…
The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. BGCSTL provides after-school, teen, sports and summer programs to youth across the Bi-State Region while also providing a safe place for them…
Despite continuing to make improvements to increase capacity, The Boys & Girls Club of the Hi-Line has again reached capacity of the number of children they are able to serve. This BGC though is continuing to fight for more kids in their facility by looking at more potential improvements and additions down the road. One of those additions was the…
