Danielle Beattie 6/29/23 Danielle Beattie 6/29/23

The ‘Laziest’ states in the US

Research has revealed the laziest states in the US, with Alabama coming out on top. The study by online fitness resource TotalShape.com analysed a study from America’s Health Rankings to see which states had the highest percentage of adults who reported doing no physical activity or exercise other than their regular job in the past 30 days.

Danielle Beattie 6/28/23 Danielle Beattie 6/28/23

American Red Cross Expands Campaign to Reduce Childhood Drowning

The American Red Cross announced today a plan to double the size of its groundbreaking Aquatics Centennial Campaign by the end of 2023. The campaign aims to reduce drowning rates in locations where drowning rates are above the national average.

Danielle Beattie 6/27/23 Danielle Beattie 6/27/23

Help Us Celebrate Our 200th Webinar!

Our 200th webinar is coming up at the end of the month and we want you to help us celebrate! There are two ways you can take part in the festivities. We appreciate and THANK YOU for your support!

Danielle Beattie 6/27/23 Danielle Beattie 6/27/23

Florida Swims Foundation and Every Child A Swimmer Renew Partnership to Provide Swim Lessons to Florida’s Children

(SARASOTA, Fla.) – The Florida Swims Foundation and Every Child A Swimmer (ECAS) renewed their partnership to provide swim lessons to children throughout the state of Florida.

Danielle Beattie 6/19/23 Danielle Beattie 6/19/23

Celebrating World Music Day

To celebrate World Music Day on 21st June, Percussion Play is highlighting the positive effects of intergenerational music-making and its ability to promote inclusive play and bring benefits to both young and elderly people.

Danielle Beattie 5/29/23 Danielle Beattie 5/29/23

Nationwide Celebration Showcases Community, Climateand Well-Being Impacts of Trails

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), the nation’s largest trails and active-transportation advocacy organization, today announced results from its latest survey of outdoor trail use and physical activity. The findings illustrate the role that access to safe places to walk, bike and be active outside, such as multiuse trails, serves in encouraging Americans to be more physically active, especially when paired with events and activities—and alongside investments to connect and maintain this infrastructure.

Danielle Beattie 5/22/23 Danielle Beattie 5/22/23

Don’t Choose an Athletic or Personal Trainer without Reading These Tips First

March is National Athletic Training month, which is a great time to put it into the spotlight. It’s a field that is growing much faster than average, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and it’s a position that serves an important role.

Danielle Beattie 5/18/23 Danielle Beattie 5/18/23

ASBA Announces Publication of New Track Construction Manual

Forest Hill, MD – The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders, designers and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, announced the publication of its 11th edition of Running Tracks: A Construction and Maintenance Manual.

Danielle Beattie 5/8/23 Danielle Beattie 5/8/23

Building a Comprehensive Count Program in Your Park or on Your Trails

This webinar will examine real-world count data that illustrates this increased use of trails and parks and discuss the logistics and best practices behind building robust count programs at multiple scales. 

Danielle Beattie 4/20/23 Danielle Beattie 4/20/23

10 Tips to Kick ‘Move More Month’ Into Gear and Become More Physically Active

April is an exciting time to be physically active. Not only is it National Move More Month, but April 18th is also National Exercise Day. With summer just around the corner and Americans falling short of getting enough physical activity, it's always a good time to put it in the spotlight and provide people with simple ways to boost their activity levels.

Danielle Beattie 4/4/23 Danielle Beattie 4/4/23

Celebrating National Park Week

In honor of National Park Week, starting on April 22nd, Percussion Play is highlighting how outdoor musical instruments can make perfect additions to parks, bringing music to outdoor spaces across the world. They can be played and enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities, promoting intergenerational play and inclusivity.

Danielle Beattie 4/4/23 Danielle Beattie 4/4/23

2023 National Senior Games Offers Registration ‘Open Entry Parameter’

Clearwater, FLA. (March 1, 2023) – The National Senior Games Association (NSGA) announces it will allow athletes over 50 years old to enter to compete in this year’s National Senior Games without requiring qualification. The 2023 National Senior Games presented by Humana will be hosted in Pittsburgh, PA from July 7-18, 2023.

Danielle Beattie 3/21/23 Danielle Beattie 3/21/23

Call for Entries: The ‘Kubota Hometown Proud’ Community Revitalization Grant Program 

Kubota Tractor Corporation today announced its continued commitment to its dealers, customers and local communities with the launch of its third annual Kubota Hometown Proud™ grant program, a revitalization program aimed at providing much-needed support for cities, counties and nonprofit organizations across the country.

Erica DiCioccio 3/14/23 Erica DiCioccio 3/14/23

Renovation Vs. New Construction

Continued facility maintenance and upkeep are an essential part of an effective operations strategy, but inevitably, a department will need to choose between renovating existing facilities or building new ones; which option is better depends on a variety of factors.

Kailan Manandic 3/6/23 Kailan Manandic 3/6/23

CFFA Launches Certification Program for Vinyl Pool Liners

This certification sets a quality benchmark for vinyl film used for in-ground swimming pool liners.

Guest User 3/2/23 Guest User 3/2/23

Best Wishes To STMA “Sodfather” George Toma As He Retires

The Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) is pleased to honor and celebrate George Toma’s life, career, and legacy as he retires. It all began with the work ethic developed as the son of a Pennsylvania coal miner in the 1930s and 40s.