School’s out and summer is here! Active SWV is on a mission to keep kids and families moving with all kinds of activities this summer.
Did you know that kids ages 6-17 should get at lest 60 minutes of activity every day, and adults should get at least 150 minutes a week? The benefits of activity are endless, but being active can help boost mood, improve focus, reduce stress, and improve sleep in kids and adults alike.
Keep reading for a list of free active opportunities and resources offered by Active SWV, as well as some activities from partners available this summer.
Join the Move More challenge:
Kids and families can sign-up for the Move More with Active SWV challenge this summer! This six week challenge is designed to help you recognize they activity you’re already doing, and slowly increase to be more active in a way that works for you. Read more and sign-up here.
Join us in person at the Lake Stephens Finns Up 5k and FREE Kids Splash Dash where we’ll also host a Mountaineer Mile walk as part of the Move More with Active SWV challenge! Whether you’re running the 5K or joining the one-mile walk, this is a great opportunity to kick off the 6-week virtual challenge and set your summer activity goals. Learn more and sign-up for the free one mile walk here.
Join an Active SWV free program:
If you haven’t already, the first step is to sign yourself AND your kids up for a free Active SWV membership. Once this is done, you can register and attend any Community Captain led program we offer. See how to get your membership here.
Now that everyone in the family has a free membership, try attending a program! Active SWV offers activities specifically for kids like youth rock climbing, and activities great for families like hikes and stand up paddle boarding. The activity options are almost endless, and they’re all free! Browse our website calendar or the ‘events’ tab on your MemberPlus app to see what is available. All you have to do is register in advance through your membership account so we know you’re coming.
Get out on your own and explore trails, Disc Golf, swimming areas, and more:
Active SWV has resource pages on our website to help you plan your next family adventure! Check out the following:
Partner Resources:
If you’re looking for other ways to stay active and occupied in the summer months, take a look at some of these offerings from Active SVW partners:
- WVU 4-H camps
- Fayette County Public Library readying programs
- Raleigh County Public Library children, teen, and adult programs
- Camp SOAR
- CODA Mountain Academy
- The Summit Bechtel Reserve day passes
- Resources from Action for Healthy Kids
Looking ahead – Fall Kids Run Club Mini-Grant will open in August
Do you want to see a Kids Run Club in your school or community this year? Your next chance is coming up soon! Active SWV will launch the fall Kids Run Club mini-grant in August, open to schools and community groups throughout West Virginia to apply and receive training, program curriculum, support, and funding to start or continue a Kids Run Club.
Check our website for the application form when it launches here.
Questions about the Kids Run Club program? Reach out to us at hello@activeswv.com.
