The ATF Network is an interactive physical education tool broadcast into the classroom.
"Studies show that physical activity is correlated with improved academic achievement" (1)
Organizations such as FLDOE, FLDOH, FAPHERDS, Action for Healthy Kids and the Florida Dairy Council are actively supporting Adventure to Fitness in schools across Florida.
The Adventure to Fitness Network - What is it?
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The Adventure to Fitness Network combines an interactive video delivered into the classroom that is supported by a personalized on-line presence.
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On-screen to on-line, children engage in moderate to vigorous exercise while learning about their environment, personal health and wellness.
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Through a series of interactive adventures, children tackle challenges that could range from climbing Mt. Everest to crossing the Amazon river.
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Characters take time to teach kids about eating right, taking care of themselves and how to carry that knowledge home for the entire family.
In the classroom, children follow an on screen guide as they embark on zany adventures that may include jumping across Caiman alligators to running from avalanches.
The programming is designed for Pre-K thru 5th grade, engaging them safely in moderate to vigorous activity while being fun, entertaining and educational.
Supported by a host of characters, their adventure guide, Mr. Marc, teaches them about health, nutrition, and contextually relevant information about their experience together.
"My favorite part was running through the Amazon while watching a TV in my own classroom." Cameron Duncan, 4th grade student, Abess Park Elementary
At home, the adventures continue as kids create their own Basecamp on-line. Basecamp is a virtual playground where students can share their class adventures with their parents, siblings and school friends.
Basecamp is designed to encourage exploration. Students can personalize their camp with pictures, animated characters and favorite games.
1 (2010).The association between school-based physical activity, including physical education, and academic performance. Atlanta, GA: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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Bring the Adventure Home!
Basecamp is a safe and friendly environment that promotes healthy social interactions. Students can invite school friends to explore each other's Basecamp, leaving virtual stickers and hidden surprises to challenge and amuse their friends.
Students are provided with all the tools they need to make Basecamp their own social destination focused on exercise, health, nutrition and overall wellness.
More than just a Physical Education Supplement, the Adventure to Fitness Network captures the attention of the entire school body. The program's thematic nature and healthy message binds the school around a cause that benefits their school and themselves.
The Network is an amazing tool for the Physical Education teachers arsenal to help fulfill state mandates. It's an innovative way to help solve the problem of obesity with our children.
Most importantly, parents see their children come home inspired to share a message of exploration, school spirit and the desire to live a healthier lifestyle.
The ATF Network combines weekly videos that broadcast directly into the classroom with an online experience at home via the interactive Basecamp.
The Adventure to Fitness Network allows teachers to integrate physical activity in the classroom as part of planned lessons that incorporate health, science and other academic subjects through movement.
Nutrition, health and physical activity are the key messages to promote a happy healthy lifestyle for all kids.
"The Adventure to Fitness Network provides enrichment educational programs to assist our elementary schools in meeting their state mandated requirements for Physical Education." Eric Stern, Palm Beach County School District, Curriculum Development and School Improvement, Administrator / Physical Education
All development of the Adventure to Fitness educational tool takes place under the guidance of professional educators, health professionals as well as entertainment and technology experts.
Adventure to Fitness target market, for Florida alone, has a reach that is broad and deep including over 1.5 million children plus their teachers, administrators and family members.
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