Program Description:
Sports Fun is an exciting program designed to introduce children to a wide variety of sports and active games in a safe, controlled, and fun environment. Participants will develop key skills each week such as running, jumping, balancing, and moving safely while learning important lessons in sportsmanship and how to interact positively with fellow athletes. Through a wide range of engaging activities and group games, participants will practice teamwork, follow directions, and build confidence by trying new skills and celebrating their progress. Sports Fun keeps kids active, engaged, and excited about play while fostering social skills, cooperation, and a lifelong love of movement.
*This program requires adult participation.*
About the Instructor:
This program is led by Heidy Luis-Fuentes. Heidy has been with BPRYCS since 2015 and is a full-time 5th grade teacher in Rockville. She is also the Director of Little Explorers Camp, where she has had the opportunity to work closely with younger children and create fun, engaging experiences for them. With approximately 10 years of experience working with children, Heidy is excited to continue working with this age group through active sports classes. She is passionate about helping children build confidence, develop their motor skills, and learn important skills such as teamwork and communication while having fun and staying active through sports and play.
Program Benefits:
By the end of this program, participants will:
- Develop stronger gross motor skills like running, jumping, balancing, and moving safely in play.
- Follow multi-step directions and participate in group games while practicing teamwork, sharing, and cooperation.
- Build confidence by trying new skills and new games each week, celebrating progress, and encouraging peers.
Wellness Benefits:
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