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SPORTS, FITNESS & RECREATION
The Boys & Girls Clubs offers a variety of
programs to help develop fitness, a positive use of leisure
time, reduction of stress, appreciation for the environment,
and social and interpersonal skills. Contact a
Club near you to find out more about
league sports, swimming and more.
Summer Games
Each Summer the Clubs host the summer games. Members from Clubs
across the county particiapte in this olympic style event.
Youth of all ages compete in a variety of events including, swimming,
track & field, football and soccer. The event culuminates in an
exciting awards ceremony.
Nike Daily Challenge
The Nike Daily Challenges provide fun and fitness benefits for
Club members ages 6-18 throughout the year.
In the Michael Jordan
Invent-A-Sport Challenge, members create their own game or sport,
demonstrate it and play with peers in the gym. The Ken Griffey, Jr.
Homerun Challenge builds members’ basic motor skills through throwing,
catching and running games. In the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Challenge, members
improve their athletic abilities and fitness levels through circuit training.
The Jump Rope Challenge improves strength, skills and endurance as
participants have fun "jumping against the clock." In the Dawn Staley
Basketball Challenge, members practice their dribbling, assisting and
shooting skills. The Walk/Run Challenge assists Clubs in starting a
walking or running program.
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