On Wednesday, January 25, Dennis Yang, founder of Papa Didos Foundation, exercised and read with 3rd and 4th graders during Healthy Habits. Yang, who has run across the country and written 100 children books, spoke to members about the importance of education and health. Members had a great time running relay races and playing games before reading one of Papa Dido’s newest books, “The Tenth Floor.” READ MORE
From the category archives:
Athletics
Friday, Nov. 18th-TLC’s X-treme Adventure Club went on a rock-climbing scouting trip up Laguna Canyon. Their mission: To find a rock rock face large enough to learn how to rock climb. Although the “team” did not find the exact location for their future excursion, they all had a great time exploring the wilds. They even managed to play a little Army along the way. I am happy to say, they WON the battle:) READ MORE
On Thursday, November 17, the Woodard family traveled to Los Angeles for the long anticipated Fit Family Challenge Finale. This year’s Challenge helped five families from across the country incorporate principles of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s (BGCA) Triple Play program into their lives over a period of six weeks. Mario Lopez, BGCA alum and host of the nationally syndicated daily show EXTRA, crowned the Porter family, from Wisconsin, as the winners based on their ability to increase their physical activity, make healthier nutrition choices and spend more quality time together. The event celebrated the Challenge finalists and put them to one last test as each family completed a race of exercise, games and healthy eating. The winning family was awarded a healthy family vacation to Colorado Springs to visit the U.S. Olympic Training Facility in 2012. The other four families also received prizes, including Microsoft’s Xbox Kinect system. READ MORE
On Sunday November 6, the Woodard Family ran in the Huntington Beach Derby. As a part of the Fit Family Challenge Sage, Sierra and Scott Woodard with the company of Sandra, Elena, Jasa and Emily ran a 2 kilometer (1.25 miles) obstacle course on the beach. However, it was by no means as relaxing and elegant as it sounds the pouring rain and 60 degree weather made for a unique experience. Thanks to the restaurants in the area, the group was provided with home-made ponchos using trash can liners. Regardless of the weather, the group had a great time burning some calories and setting a healthy example for everyone! READ MORE
The Woodard Family is representing Boys and Girls Club of Laguna Beach as one of five families across the nation that is competing in a 6 week challenge to integrate healthy lifestyle choices into their daily lives! At the end of the six weeks one family will be selected as the winner based on how much they were able to change their old habits into healthy habits. The Woodard Family will travel to Los Angeles to compete in the final on Nov. 18th. The winner will receive a cash prize for themselves and for their Boys & Girls Club. Come and show your support for this courageous family by attending our Family Fun Night on Nov. 3! You can also track their success on the Triple Play Website READ MORE
UPDATE: BASKETBALL SIGNUP FORM
Boys Basketball registration, grades K-9th, is underway for the 2011-12 season! Come by the club to pick up a registration packet and get your kid in the game! (Must register in person. $25 late fee applies after 9/30/11). READ MORE
The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach Main Branch broke its record for summer attendance! The percentage of youth attending the club this summer was up by 12%, demonstrating the impact that the club has had on the community. Over the past three months, club members were engaged in a variety of enriching summer programs and had a whole lot of fun at the Club. READ MORE
