It can be a challenge running children’s programming that’s fun and exciting while reassuring parents that their kids are in safe hands. Plus, there’s always new norms to keep up with, which can be a ...
The importance of quality movement programs for children. Children learn the importance of physical activity and establish a foundation of developing a healthy living style during their early years, often modeled by a trusted adult. A ...
Having a camper rewards program will help with camper behavior issues by recognizing your campers for good behavior and giving them an incentive to follow the rules. You would need to purchase things like small ...
At POOLCORP, we believe everyone deserves the chance to swim, so we created “A Splash of Joy” to provide swimming lessons to children who otherwise might not have the opportunity to learn basic water safety ...
How three organizations are working to lower the national drowning rate through safety around water education and programs. According to the CDC, more than 40 people die by drowning every hour of every day globally. ...
Around 20 million children in the U.S. attend summer camp every year, according to the American Camp Association. As community centers host a majority of these children, it’s vital you are providing fun, safe and ...
Scheduling youth sports programs throughout the course of the year is an important part of the planning process to dictate when your leagues and other sports programs take place. There are many things to consider ...
Together we are stronger! But how do you build those partnerships with other organizations and schools that drive real impact in your program? Join our roundtable discussion featuring youth program experts as they share strategies ...
Parks and Recreation director, Jason Schaitz, shares tips for addressing camp discipline and reducing conflict. Disciplining your campers is never a fun task, but is necessary when all other options have been exhausted. Discipline can ...
Holly Metzger-Brown, the learn and play director at the York JCC, shares tips on preparing for summer programming this year. Successful summer programming doesn’t just happen overnight. Instead, it requires proper and detailed preparation. The steps ...