Exergaming, a fusion of exercise and gaming, is an innovative way to engage children in physical activity while making fitness enjoyable and accessible. This approach resonates strongly with kids and parents, generating positive feedback by addressing key aspects of fitness and well-being in a fun, interactive environment. Here’s how exergaming fosters this positive response: 1. Combines Fun with Fitness Exergaming…
Exergaming, which combines exercise with interactive video gaming, aligns closely with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s (BGCA) Health and Wellness Programs goals by promoting physical activity, mental well-being, and social interaction in an engaging and inclusive way. Here’s how: 1. Encourages Active Lifestyles BGCA Goal Alignment: Their health and wellness initiatives aim to instill lifelong healthy habits in…
The Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club organization currently has 6 Club locations spanning across 4 counties in KY. They offer after-school and summer programming for kids and teens ages 6-18 years of age. At the Club, members have a safe environment, academic support, healthy snacks, high-quality programs and supportive mentors. A few years back Cliff Hagan implemented one of…
Exergaming can serve as an excellent entry point into fitness for kids at the YMCA because it combines fun, engaging video games with physical activity, making it accessible and appealing. Unlike traditional sports, which often require specific skills, techniques, or equipment, exergames are generally intuitive and easy to pick up. This simplicity lowers the barrier to entry and helps kids…
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…
Exergaming, which combines exercise with interactive video games, can be an exciting way to create fun competition at Boys and Girls Clubs. By engaging kids in physical activity through popular gaming formats, exergaming can turn exercise into an enjoyable and motivating experience. At the Boys & Girls Club of Greater High Point they use interactive fitness as a motivational tool…
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…
Exergaming can serve as a strategic tool to boost family memberships at the YMCA by creating an engaging, family-friendly environment that aligns with health and wellness goals for all age groups. Recently Exergame had the amazing opportunity to work with the YMCA Spears, of the YMCA Greensboro Association. This facility in particular wanted to find a way to use a…
When opening a brand-new Boys and Girls Club, integrating exergaming as a core component offers multiple benefits that align with the club’s mission to promote youth development, health, and community engagement. Recently we went out to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater High Point that opened their first brick and mortar club EVER! While BGC High Point was a…
The Humboldt Recreation Space is a 70,000 sq ft recreation facility that was funded and built by the Nielsen Family and Sande Construction in 2018 and was donated to the City of Humboldt to own and operate. Within this facility they offer a variety of options like multiple group fitness rooms (spin room, cardio studio, boxing room), 2 racquetball courts, batting…
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Arizona offers a safe place for Prescott and Prescott Valley youth to go to after the school bell rings to foster self-confidence and positive relationships with others. It builds on their long history by focusing on 4 concepts: fun with a purpose, academic success, character development, and healthy choices. Exergame had the amazing…
Located on the northwest side of Greensboro, the Spears YMCA offers innovative classes and wellness programs, for all ages. This fully equipped branch offers an indoor pool, a basketball court, a cycling studio and so much more for their members. One of their long term goals over the last few years has been to increase physical fitness options for their…
