There is a phrase that perfectly describes what the Boys & Girls Club of Shelby County is trying to accomplish with its Exergame space: “Meeting the kids where they’re at.” Today’s kids have grown up with technology. Video games, smartphones, tablets, interactive entertainment, and digital experiences are simply part of their everyday lives. For youth organizations, that creates an interesting…
At the Boys & Girls Club of Shelby County, fun is more than just fun. It is an opportunity to learn, grow, connect, and build healthy habits that can last a lifetime. That is exactly what makes exergaming such an exciting addition to the Club experience. Exergaming combines the energy of physical activity with the excitement of interactive video games.…
When Exercise Feels Like Play: How Boys & Girls Club of Shelby County Keeps Kids Moving At the Boys & Girls Club of Shelby County, physical activity doesn’t always look like traditional exercise. There are no treadmills lined up in rows. No whistles blowing. No kids counting repetitions or watching the clock. Instead, you’ll find children dancing, competing, gaming, laughing,…
For the Boys & Girls Clubs of Shelby County, creating a space where kids feel excited, engaged, and encouraged to move is a natural extension of the Club experience. Boys & Girls Clubs are built around safe spaces, caring mentors, and programs that help young people reach their full potential, and active play is a powerful part of that mission.…
