At the Hoover YMCA, part of the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, kids are discovering that fitness doesn’t have to feel like “exercise” when it’s fun, engaging, and interactive. This summer, campers dove headfirst into the world of Exergaming—and they can’t get enough of it. Movement Meets Play Exergaming blends physical activity with interactive technology, turning traditional workouts into exciting challenges.…
How Exergaming Is Helping the YMCA of Greater Birmingham Bridge the Gap in Teen Fitness and Family Engagement At the Hoover YMCA, part of the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, innovation is taking center stage in youth programming. Kristin Harris, the Executive Director, recently shared how their decision to integrate exergaming has started to reshape how teens and families engage with…
Over the past year, the YMCA of Greater Birmingham and Hoover YMCA have embraced exergaming—an innovative blend of exercise and gaming—to enhance their youth development, after‑school, and summer camp offerings. Here’s a closer look at how this fun, effective approach is reshaping the Y experience: 🎮 What is Exergaming? Exergaming combines physical activity with interactive gaming technology—kids jump, move, and…
Exergaming, or exercise gaming, combines physical activity with video games to create a fun and engaging way to stay active. It’s a great concept for multipurpose spaces because it offers several benefits and can be integrated into various settings. Recently at the YMCA Skagit we were able to talk with their Executive Director on how they have used this Exergame…
Active or exercise-based video games offer several advantages over non-active video games, primarily related to physical health, mental stimulation, and social interaction. Recently Exergame was able to catch up with Sonya “Coach” Crider of the YMCA of Central Florida on the impact of interactive gaming at the Y. One of the really interesting things to hear from Coach, was how…
The YMCA is a committed place that is nurturing of every child and teen. From cradle to long term career, the Y helps young people to lead inspired, successful lives. At the YMCA of Skagit this is no different as they put a heavy focus on hitting all the mission goals. Recently with the inclusion of the Exergame room, they…
Exergames, or interactive video games that involve physical activity, have gained attention as a potential tool to address various health and cognitive issues in children, including short attention spans. At the YMCA, we’ve revolutionized our fitness programs to enhance your child’s coordination, endurance, and strength while fostering friendships in a safe and welcoming space. Find out how the YMCA Central…
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…
The YMCA offers a variety of fitness programs that are designed to improve your child’s overall coordination, endurance and strength while having fun and making friends in a safe, welcoming environment. But YMCA’s are continuously looking for new ways to excite this “new generation” of kids who are enthralled with technology. We had the opportunity to work with the YMCA…
The YMCA of Central Florida recently opened their newest family center which serves residents in the Packing District, a transformational redevelopment coming to life through Dr. Phillips Charities, and surrounding communities. This 33,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility utilizes high-end wellness technology, has a boutique fitness studio, and provides services for all generations to enjoy. In hopes of trying to connect with. a…
Exercise and exergaming can be beneficial for building social skills in kids by providing opportunities for interaction, teamwork, communication, and the development of important interpersonal abilities. Recently we were able to take part in a full Exergame room experience at the YMCA of Skagit Valley. Here we were able to talk with their Executive Director on the benefits for a…
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…
