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Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance


Issue: November 2010

What’s Happening  Outside the Gym: The Evolution of a Service-Learning Project
  Christine Galvan

Abstract: Underserved  youths are affected by a variety of circumstances such as poverty, poor  nutrition, and low physical activity levels. While many extended-day physical  activity programs exist, few focus on the importance of health and wellness.  The purpose of this article is to describe the development of an extended-day  program for underserved youths that emphasizes fitness, nutrition, and personal  and social responsibility. The Nu-Fit Club not only taught and empowered youths,  it also provided preservice teachers with teaching,  assessment, and management skills.

Article category: At-Risk Youths