Exergames can be a great fit for teens and tweens, as they provide a fun and engaging way for this age group to stay active and healthy. Teens and tweens often spend a lot of time using technology, such as playing video games or using social media, which can lead to a sedentary lifestyle. Exergames can help counteract this by…
Exergaming, or video game-based exercise, has the potential to increase the engagement of kids in exercise programs by making YMCA Youth Activities more fun, engaging, and interactive. Firstly, exergaming can offer kids a unique and entertaining exercise experience that is different from traditional forms of exercise. With a variety of exergaming options, such as dance games or sports simulations, kids…
YMCA youth programs built around exergaming can be particularly beneficial for children for a variety of reasons. Here are some of them: Inclusive Environment: The YMCA is known for being an inclusive and welcoming organization that embraces diversity. One of the most important things when it comes to exergaming is we want children to feel comfortable being themselves, regardless of…
Since COVID family memberships have been one of the hardest hit areas at the YMCA. What the YMCA of Greater Hartford decided to do was reinvest in their youth program areas, to help rebuild that family membership program. Exergame was honored to work with a few YMCAs in the Association. Working directly with Harold Sparrow, the CEO of the YMCA…
The YMCA of Greater Hartford consists of 10 YMCA branches and two summer camps providing more than 100 programs and services in Hartford, Litchfield, Tolland, and Windham counties. Just a little while back in 2018, they served over 108,000 children and families, including 66,000 children, in personal development and educational programs! Incredible work! Exergame was lucky enough to be part…
The YMCA of Greater Hartford consists of 10 YMCA branches and two summer camps providing more than 100 programs and services in Hartford, Litchfield, Tolland, and Windham counties. Just a little while back in 2018, they served over 108,000 children and families, including 66,000 children, in personal development and educational programs! Incredible work! Exergame was lucky enough to be part…
The YMCA of Greater Hartford has a long and proud history of working within their communities to bring together the mission of the YMCA. The YMCA has played an integral role in the citizens of Hartford since its founding in 1852. The YMCA of Greater Hartford has over 10 branches and two resident camps providing more than 100 programs and…
The Treasure Valley YMCA’s focus on youth development is evident in their Child Development and Youth programs. These include child care, preschool, before and after school, sports, fitness, arts, education, leadership, and camp programs. As part of their child care programs, they recently introduced the tapWall. tapWall provides touchscreen games for the whole family. It is a great solution for…
At the Minot YMCA, they know that lasting personal and social change comes about when they all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is their cause. Their Cardio Center is stocked with top-notch equipment to meet all the needs of their ever growing facility. One of the newest additions to the Cardio Center is the Jacobs Ladder!…
At the YMCA South Sound, Briggs YMCA; they believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That’s why, through the Y, thousands of youth in their community are cultivating the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. The Briggs YMCA, which is one of…
The Y’s After School child care program provides more than simply supervision; by combining academics with play, the Y offers a caring and safe environment where youth can achieve, feel a sense of belonging, build friendships and explore new interests. As part of the “Move to Play” program, they focus on teambuilding, participation, free play, proper form, and inclusivity. Which Exergaming…
YMCA’s and other like minded organizations have a large demographic for kids 7-14 years old. The best set-up is a dedicated space with a variety of interactive fitness and gaming technology that can be used for a multiple applications (not just the kids!). You can run small group classes, use for teen events, as homework rewards, family fitness events, circuit…
