Get ready to bust a move, Palm Beach County: the 13th Annual KidsFit Jamathon is upon us. The date is set for July 17, about two weeks shy from today, and if you've got kids, you'll want to mark your calendar. The event, hailed as the nation's largest kids dance fitness concert, promises an electrifying concert-like experience that encourages young people to dance their way to health and fitness. According to a press release from the county, Commissioner Weiss is spearheading the charge, having presented a proclamation at the Board of County Commissioners meeting held yesterday.
The Jamathon, far from being just another community hoopla, is a staple for Digital Vibez Inc., the organization at the heart of this shimmy-and-shake fest which was established back in 2010, with a focus on mentoring underserved youth in the community through dance fitness, technology, and the arts, it's an ongoing effort to provide a healthy outlet for creativity and physical activity. And if you're questioning the impact of such an event, the long-standing history of the program speaks to its success and commitment in getting kids to plug into an active lifestyle.
It's no secret that childhood obesity has been a growing concern, and organizations like Digital Vibez are stepping up to do something meaningful about it. The KidsFit Jamathon isn't only about breaking a sweat; it's about imparting life lessons on the importance of health, endurance and the joy of movement. A proclamation might sound stuffy, but here it's a loud and clear statement: Palm Beach County is putting its kids first, championing physical health and wellbeing from a young age.
