Promoting Lifelong Activity among Youth
Welcome to the PLAY Lab
This is the Promoting Lifelong Activity among Youth (PLAY) Lab. We are located at San Diego State University within the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences. We are dedicated to supporting positive physical activity behaviors across the lifespan.
Our areas of focus include physical activity promotion, youth sports, and community-based programs.
THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY – What We Do
Physical activity is so important for the health of our youth. But for many kids, it can be hard to be active in their homes, schools, and communities. PLAY Lab is focused on understanding and addressing these challenges.
We know that having safe places for kids to move and play is important for families. So we work together with community members to develop fun, creative solutions that help keep kids active and healthy. We are passionate about working with our younger generations because we know that happy, healthy kids become happy, healthy adults.
Our Vision
To create communities where all youth have equitable access to the resources and support they need to thrive through lifelong activity.
Our Mission
To partner with families, schools, and community organizations to design, implement, and evaluate effective strategies that empower youth and families to adopt and maintain active lives.
Location
ENS Building, Room 359
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-1518
Contact us!
Director of the PLAY Lab: Ashleigh Johnson, DrPH
(619) 594-3887