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 program promotes healthy lifestyles and physical activity through sports leagues, fitness classes, and nutrition education. Finding…
Parents love exergames because they provide a fun and engaging way for their children to get exercise while also promoting a healthy lifestyle. Exergames combine traditional video games with physical activity, allowing children to be active and have fun at the same time. Exergames can be especially appealing to parents who are concerned about the amount of time their children…
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…
Exergaming, also known as interactive fitness or video game-based exercise, involves using video games that require physical activity, such as dancing or sports games, to promote exercise and physical activity. One way that exergaming can be used to help sell memberships is by offering it as a unique and engaging exercise experience that sets the gym or fitness center apart…
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…
Recreation programs built around youth fitness and Exergaming can be very beneficial for children in many ways. Here are some reasons why: Physical activity: Recreation programs, such as exergaming and fitness gaming, can provide children with a fun and engaging way to get regular physical exercise. Regular physical activity has been shown to have a wide range of physical and…
The YMCA of Greater Houston offers a wide variety of programs for children of all ages. A few examples of some of their successful programs include: Youth Sports – The YMCA offers a range of youth sports programs, including basketball, soccer, flag football, and volleyball. Before and After School Programs – The YMCA offers before and after school programs that…
One of the biggest challenges for all clubs (non-profits & for profits) is what to do with that teen/tween group. Too old for the childcare space, but too young for the fitness floor. These can be one of the influential times for any adolescent child, so providing a fun fitness option can be a life changing experience. The Youth X…
One of the biggest questions we receive all the time is; what will be my return on my investment when it comes to Exergaming? This is a very important question when an organization like the Boys & Girls Clubs of America are asking funders to help sponsor their rooms. In this video we talk with Mike Wurm on how interactive…
Exergaming has not only become one of the most engaging areas at the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows, it is now a destination site for all outside attendees. Here from Mike Wurm on how they are bringing in groups of kids to just simply try out the Exergaming equipment, and how Exergame will be an essential part of…
This year, for the first time in almost 3 years the Boys & Girls Clubs of America 2022 National Conference came to Chicago Illinois May 4th-6th. Attendees from Boys & Girls Clubs from across the country for to see first hand some of the new and exciting interactive gaming opportunities available to their club. The best and brightest, from influential…
Don’t forget to see us for the final day of the 2022 Boys & Girls Club of America National Conference! Exergame is a featured spot in the ideal “Club Experience” section. This area is providing a club staffer with the goals for what their future club can look like. This will give a wonderful opportunity to see a full interactive…
