SPARK Active Recreation
SPARK Active Recreation Helps Kids Discover Their Built-In Energy!
Due to computers, cell phones and video games, children are becoming more and more sedentary. This is one of the reasons the rate of childhood obesity has more than doubled in the past 30 years.
Creating a fun, active environment for children to play is one of the best things we can do to protect them from the health risks associated with physical inactivity. There is no need for batteries when you are shooting hoops or jumping rope. There is no need for screen names when you are running or swinging a hula hoop.
Now, through Highmark Healthy High 5, an initiative of the Highmark Foundation, there is an exciting program for organizations interested in providing recreational opportunities to help kids use their built-in energy to stay active – AND healthy!
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SPARK promotes quality, daily fitness-related activities for up to one hour per day and encourages kids to be “lifelong movers.” |
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SPARK leaders have amazing things to say about the program. |
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Learn if your school or organization qualifies to be a SPARK site. |
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A complete listing of upcoming SPARK training workshops. |
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Frequently asked questions about the SPARK Active Recreation program. |
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A full list of current SPARK sites in Pennsylvania. |
