A project of the Southwest Alabama Workforce Development Council (SAWDC), the SAWDC Worlds of Opportunity is a hands-on career expo for eighth-grade students across Southwest Alabama’s nine-county footprint. The purpose of the event is to expose students to careers available locally and to demonstrate what each career involves through an interactive, engaging series of activities. The decision to target eighth-grade…
The Auburn Racquet & Fitness club has a variety of amenities to complement our facilities. Basketball for some fast-paced action, a Smoothie Bar to refuel between activities, and a Sauna and Jaccuzi to relax at the end of your workout. With things like a youth center, personal training, group fitness, three heated pools, jacuzzis and sauna, and much more! One…
A new study has found that Exergaming can improve executive function in children with ADHD. As most people know, children with ADHD struggle with being to stay focused for long periods of time, which has a major effect on their performance in school. Using Exergame as a way for physical activity can become a safe space for children with…
The New Meadowlands Y is a place where people of all ages can come together under one roof and enjoy the things that are important things in life, a place where you feel welcomed and motivated to try the things you might have been afraid to in the past. Each day, everyone from pre-schoolers to seniors, those with diverse backgrounds and abilities…
Assistive technology tools have always been meant for students with learning disabilities but there is documented proof these tools can benefit all students. Assistive technology enables students with disabilities to compensate for the impairments they experience. This specialized technology promotes independence and decreases the need for other educational support. Appropriate assistive technology can help people with disabilities overcome or…
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is a charitable, community based organization committed to providing programs designed to build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. As part of their focus in youth development they believe in providing a healthy living lifestyle for their teens. Recently at the Delaware Family YMCA branch in New York, they added some interactive fitness and exergame…
While exercise is good for the entire body, Dr. John J. Ratey, MD, says it is more important for the brain, especially when it comes to students in schools. Using scientific studies and real life examples, this internationally recognized doctor in the brain-exercise connection demonstrates how we can raise test scores and lower behavioral problems. Learn about how more exercise…
Each Military branch of service (Army, Navy, Coast, Marines) helps families of service members continue to thrive and excel whether on base, or at home. One of the main branches, the U.S. Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation; the G9 Division of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command. Known as Army MWR, manages programs and services that support…
Group Fitness has become a form of exercise that is growing in popularity. You can now find a group fitness class basically anywhere. Health Clubs, YMCA’s, Park and Rec Facilities all offer some sort of strength or aerobic based group class. Group Fitness classes are a great to way to provide extra motivation and friendly competition among the participants. For…
Tahlequah Public Schools is committed to providing all students with a quality education within a safe and caring learning environment. One of the main focuses in their district is the ability to integrate interactive fitness into their Physical Education curriculum. Recently multiple schools added the EyePlay Wall Exergame Projection System. Children and indeed the staff love the EyePlay Wall. Instantly,…
iStep is a quality dance system that offers physical, cognitive, and social benefits. Through 23 difficulty levels, iStep will get people of any age moving to the beat of the song. With over 50 songs to choose from, no one will get bored! This multiplayer dance game uses 2-4 wired mats ensuring people of any skill level can play together.…
Learn how this Boys & Girls Club of America and Boys & Girls Club of Greater Indiana is impacting their members with the benefits of interactive fitness. In the third part of our series on the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Northwest Indiana, we talk with the ones who you want to impact on the most, THE KIDS! See…
