YMCA uses video game to get kids active
NORWICH – The Norwich Family YMCA is taking an unusual approach to combating childhood obesity: They are using video games.
After receiving a grant from Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals for $2,000, the YMCA was able to purchase a Dance, Dance Revolution game system. The system includes two arcade style dance consoles and six practice pads, allowing a total of eight kids to enjoy the game at one time.
YMCA Youth and Family Director Bonnie Tiffany explained the YMCA programs are designed to promote a healthy and active lifestyle, and the Play Station game system is one more way to do that.
“One of the reasons I like our program is that we have so many activities to keep kids physically active,” Tiffany said of the Y’s afterschool program. Children are able to spend time in the kids’ gym, go swimming, participate in fitness classes, and now they will have the opportunity to play a video game that keeps them moving.
“The dance system is a fun way to get kids moving. It is trendy, with interactive music and healthy high energy fun,” Tiffany said.
Tiffany said the Y hopes to have the system available for kids during the after school program and on family nights. Family night activities are free for members and available to non-members for a nominal fee. “It’s a chance for families to do family activities together,” Tiffany said.
A date for the next family night has not been set yet, but the events are normally held once a month.
After receiving a grant from Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals for $2,000, the YMCA was able to purchase a Dance, Dance Revolution game system. The system includes two arcade style dance consoles and six practice pads, allowing a total of eight kids to enjoy the game at one time.
YMCA Youth and Family Director Bonnie Tiffany explained the YMCA programs are designed to promote a healthy and active lifestyle, and the Play Station game system is one more way to do that.
“One of the reasons I like our program is that we have so many activities to keep kids physically active,” Tiffany said of the Y’s afterschool program. Children are able to spend time in the kids’ gym, go swimming, participate in fitness classes, and now they will have the opportunity to play a video game that keeps them moving.
“The dance system is a fun way to get kids moving. It is trendy, with interactive music and healthy high energy fun,” Tiffany said.
Tiffany said the Y hopes to have the system available for kids during the after school program and on family nights. Family night activities are free for members and available to non-members for a nominal fee. “It’s a chance for families to do family activities together,” Tiffany said.
A date for the next family night has not been set yet, but the events are normally held once a month.
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