Having a Successful Physical Activity Event
HELPFUL HINTS
Below are some lessons that we
have learned that are worth
considering as you plan local
events.
- The best events are ones with a
balance between efficiency and
effectiveness – such as ones
that maximize fewer kids at a
time, more time with each kid,
and more opportunities for kids
to try a variety of activities.
- More one-on-one interactions
require additional staff with the
training and experience
necessary to deepen that
interaction.
- Adjust the event format and
activities so that it is more
relevant to tweens' interests
and encourages trial of more
activities.
- Be prepared to set up a
number of activity stations
based on the size of your
area.
- Make sure equipment is
durable and safely secured.
- Use everyday items to make
games and activities more
unusual and to demonstrate
that no special equipment is
necessary to play. (See
Appendix B for Equipment
Recommendations)
- Generally we have seen that
these activities have been
favorites of tweens.
- Basketball or a version of it
- Jump rope, including
double-dutch
- Music moves and motivates tweens – so turn on the radio or
CD player. Make sure the
music is age appropriate and
well liked by tweens.
- If possible, use a PA system
(or microphone) to get the
kids in the area moving or
to attract tweens walking
by the event site.
Page last reviewed: August 1, 2007
Page last modified: August 1, 2007
Content source: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention
and Health Promotion, Division of Adolescent and School Health |
