Even though we have been unable to accommodate many of our usual activities this year, we are hoping that this Virtual Recreation Center allows you to keep your brain and body active during these crazy times! All of the resources below are FREE (some will have purchase options to unlock more features), so take advantage of them. If you have any questions or suggestions, please email us at caldwellrec@cityofcaldwell.org. Enjoy!

Education 

Stanford Online - Free courses offered by Stanford University, choose from numerous subjects!
Duolingo - Learn a new language... for FREE! Choose from Spanish, German, Portuguese, and dozens of others! 
Coursera - Free courses offered by 200+ leading universities and companies!
Khan Academy - Useful for ALL ages. Get help on a wide variety of subjects, no matter how advanced or novice you are!
TED Ed - Great learning resource for kids!
Open Yale Courses - Don't pay to go to Yale, take their free courses instead!
Codecademy - Interested in computer coding? Learn the basics for free!
50 Skills to Learn on YouTube - If you only have a couple of minutes to learn a new skill, check out this resource!

Brain Busters

Word Searches - Choose from hundreds of different themes! 
Crossword Puzzles - Over 40,000 crossword puzzles to complete!
Sudoku - Don't worry if you have never played before, there are options for all skill levels! 
Less Challenging Riddles - Great brain teasers for kids!
Challenging Riddles - For those who want a little more of a challenge!
Logic Puzzles - For those who are looking for some math in their riddles!
Brain Games, Puzzles, and More! - Optical illusions, puzzles, education games, and more! Fun for all ages. 

Fitness/Nutrition

Free Trainers - Select from different types of workouts and have them customized to your needs!
Adidas Training App - Download the app on your mobile device and gain access to hundreds of workouts! 
Nike Training Club App - Download the app on your mobile device for free and get expert advice on workouts, nutrition, sleep, mindset, and more! 
Fitness Blender - Hundreds of free guided workout videos for all experience levels!
Do Yoga With Me - Free guided yoga videos!
Senior Fitness With Meredith - Free guided YouTube videos designed for seniors! 
Curtis Adams/Vitality Life - More guided YouTube videos designed for seniors!
Nutrition.gov - Get tasty and healthy recipes, nutrition knowledge, and much more! 
Staying Active For Kids - Dozens of activities for kids to stay active indoors and outdoors!

Home work out ideas for all ages - Tons of fitness activities for every age and ability!

Sports Tutorials

Jr. NBA Skill Videos - Get tips from NBA coaches and players on ball handling, shooting, defense, and more! 
Elevate Volleyball YouTube Channel - Dozens of videos to help improve your volleyball skills!
Breakthrough Basketball - Resources for coaches and athletes! Free downloadable e-books and hundreds of skill videos. 
Online Soccer Academy - Over 200 free videos to help you improve your soccer skills!

Youth Activities

Active Kids - Keep your kid active while at home, download these workout programs for kids!
Scavenger Hunts - 22 different scavenger hunt themes for kids (adults, too!). 
Coloring Pages - Free coloring pages! Choose from dozens of different themes. 
DIY Arts & Crafts - Over 50 arts and crafts activities!
Board Games - Take a look at the top rated board games on Amazon and pick one for your family!
Kid Recipes - Teach your kid how to cook with these simple and delicious recipes!
Read Books - Book recommendations for different age groups. Buy the book online or find it through a local library! 

Virtual Traveling

Museum Tours - Take a free virtual tour of these 12 museums! 
Monterey Bay Aquarium - Watch otters, jellyfish, and more on the aquarium's live cameras!
Yosemite National Park - Enjoy the sights and sounds of Yosemite National Park!
National Park Tours - Enjoy a virtual tour of some National Parks! 
Explore Mars - See what the Curiosity rover saw on the surface of Mars! 

AAA State of Play - Playgrounds at home: Virtual Field Trips to beaches, parks and more!