At the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, the Hoover branch has taken a big step toward blending fitness and fun with the introduction of Exergaming—a cutting-edge approach to getting kids moving through interactive play. This new addition is already sparking excitement among youth members, families, and staff alike, transforming how children experience physical activity inside the YMCA. During a recent conversation…
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…
