Kids On The Move News
Kids On The Move: Springing into fitness
Friday, January 19
Written by: Noelle Hart A recent study conducted by the Virginia Department of Health found that less than one quarter of children ages 6-17 participate in the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity every day. This, in part, is negatively affected by the length of recess, availability of facilities and resources, and social environments at schools. So, how can you […]
Kids Run RVA Rebrands to Kids On The Move
Thursday, September 7
Sports Backers’ youth program looking to be inclusive of more methods of physical activity RICHMOND, VA – Sports Backers is thrilled to announce that its Kids Run RVA program has been rebranded as Kids On The Move. The program, which serves over 2,700 youth yearly, has been encouraging kids to adopt an active lifestyle since 2013. Historically, this has […]
Springing Forward with Kids Run RVA
Wednesday, May 10
This blog is by our Kids Run RVA intern, Bridget Stacy This spring has brought lots of energy to Kids Run RVA! Across central Virginia, approximately 60 run and fitness clubs throughout elementary, middle, and high schools have been getting our youth active in a big way! Shout out to the coaches that have motivated hundreds of students to get […]