Georgia Harris has been named as the new executive director for Playworks Arizona, a nonprofit dedicated to coaching youth and providing training and consultation for adults working with children.

Playworks Michigan, a Detroit-based nonprofit organization that helps children stay active and build life skills through recess and play, named Judy Tipton as executive director.

24 Hour Fitness team members, in ongoing partnership with Playworks, will lead kids in getting more active through the power of playCARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 24 Hour Fitness, the 40 year leader in health and fitness, is driving volunteer service for their staff in a single day to celebrate Global School Play Day on February 7th.24 Hour Fitness team members from Denver, Los Angeles, Portland and the Bay Area will come together at area schools along with Playworks staff in order to get more kids active through the power of play. Playworks will be providing the expert curriculum for the students.Playworks logoChildren today engage in active play 50% less than their parents did, leading to a lower level of activity during their lifetimes, potentially contributing to chronic health conditions, less mental/emotional resiliency, and lower longevity. Engaging in organized, directed play promotes physical activity, social-emotional development, and overall well-being among students."While we're certainly committed to the health of our members, we see that responsibility to our community starting at an early age," said Karl Sanft, CEO of 24 Hour Fitness. "Helping kids become more active through something as simple as play not only sets them up for a lifetime of better health but is a joyful experience all on its own. I've experienced this directly as one of the volunteers and I'm proud that so many people on our team made time to do so as well.""Play is a vital component of a child's education, fostering creativity, resilience, and positive relationships into adulthood," said Elizabeth Cushing, CEO of Playworks