Children of all ages and their parents are invited to attend the free Family Fun Sports Expo on Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Skatium, 2250 Broadway, in Fort Myers.
The purpose of the Family Fun Sports Expo is to let kids try different sports, make new friends and learn new skills. Physical activity helps promote health and wellness and also helps build self-esteem, making the second Healthy Sports Expo of 2023 a must do for kids and parents.
There will be opportunities to practice boxing, soccer, ice skating, hockey and martial arts.
There will also be prize drawings, delicious and nutritious healthy food demonstrations, a bounce house, sports injury awareness information, pediatric education and heart health screenings at no charge.
Playing sports is not only fun for kids. It also helps develop and improve cognitive skills, focus, critical thinking and provides experience working as a team.
“We are excited to join Healthy Lee in providing such a fun event to the community for the second time this year,” said Stephanie Wardein, Lee Health’s system director of community affairs and Healthy Lee Lifestyle Coalition co-chair. “It’s so vital for children of all ages to find a sport or hobby they love doing. This early love can last a lifetime and benefit children well into adulthood. The Family Fun Sports Expo will include more than a dozen community partner agencies and organizations dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community.”
This is a free event. Participants can pre-register for the event although registration is not required.
Come try new activities or enjoy those you already love. Experience new, healthy and delicious foods. Learn more about Healthy Lee by visiting HealthyLee.com.
About Lee Health
Since the opening of the first hospital in 1916, Lee Health has been a healthcare leader in Southwest Florida, constantly evolving to meet the needs of the community. A non-profit, integrated healthcare services organization, Lee Health is committed to the well-being of every individual served, focused on healthy living and maintaining good health. Healthcare services are conveniently located throughout the community in four acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, outpatient centers, walk-in medical centers, primary care and specialty physician practices and other services across the continuum of care. Learn more at LeeHealth.org.
About Healthy Lee
A community initiative to promote health and wellness in Lee County, Florida, Healthy Lee encourages broad community-wide healthy lifestyle choices through the “Choose. Commit. Change” message and public initiatives such as the Million Mile Movement and the 5-2-1-0 Pledge. Healthy Lee also targets specific health issues in the community through outreach and intervention programs. Guided by Lee County businesses, organizations, and agencies, including healthcare providers, Healthy Lee is nationally recognized and awarded for building collaborative partnerships and providing resources, tools, and knowledge to empower the community to make exercise, nutrition, and wellness a priority. Visit HealthyLee.com to learn how to get involved and register for the Healthy Lee health news and tips email.
