Sports, Fitness & Recreation
Programs in this area develop fitness, positive use of leisure time, skills for stress management, appreciation for the environment and social skills.
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FITNESS AUTHORITY: B&GCA created to reverse the increasing rate of obesity and lack of regular physical activity among
America’s children and teens. The program, supported by The Sports Authority, Inc., will help motivate even unfit Club members to set personal fitness goals and increase their activity levels. Members can explore skateboarding, jumping rope, cycling, hiking, dance and aerobics in special interest groups. Finally, the program includes Club, regional and national fitness competitions with a high-tech component – scores are entered, tabulated and reported via a dedicated FITNESS AUTHORITY Web site.
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TRIPLE PLAY: A dynamic new program, Triple Play, demonstrates how eating right, keeping fit and forming positive relationships add up to a healthy lifestyle for Club members. Members receive coaching in sports leagues and fun activities, developing their coordination and leadership skills. Organized social recreation activities strengthen character, increase confidence and enhance the ability to relate well to others. Boys & Girls Clubs of
America’s sponsors and partners, The Coca-Cola Company and Kraft Foods, Inc., have committed a combined $12 million to launch Triple Play: A Game Plan for Mind, Body and Soul. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has taken a strong interest in this program because it is in line with its Steps to a HealthierUS initiative.
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PARENTS ASSOCIATION FOR YOUTH SPORTS: PAYS is a membership organization for parents involved in out-of-school youth sports. The program educates, motivates and holds PAYS members accountable to the PAYS Parents' Code of Ethics. PAYS encourages good sportsmanship, positive reinforcement and keeping youth sports in its proper perspective. The PAYS approach centers on a combination of education, motivation and positive reinforcement.
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THE PRESIDENT'S CHALLENGE: This is a program that encourages all American's to make being active part of their everyday lives. No matter what your activity and fitness level, the Presiden't Challenge can help motivate you to improve.
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REFEREE INSTRUCTION: Young members are able to practice and acquire the skills to referee the various sports we offer. They receive training from local school athletic directors, league officials, and the Club Sports & PE director.