Bring your monthly programming to life with the Activity Calendar. This reusable resource includes a monthly calendar and activity tags with a variety of engaging activities. 

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Below you will find the exercises for your Activity Calendar.

 
 
Activities
An exercise class squatting together.
All Decked Out
Challenge yourself with All Decked Out! Draw a card, complete the matching exercise, and stay active as you work through the deck.
 Lindsay, A. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Women running in a gym playing a game.
Basket Battle
A fast-paced, team-based activity where participants race against the clock to collect balls from the opposing team’s basket and return them to their own. This challenge promotes movement, focus, teamwork, and friendly competition in a fun and engaging format.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
A group of people playing volleyball on beach.
Beach Ball Basketball
A fun, light movement activity where participants gently toss and catch a beach ball while engaging in simple coordination and teamwork. This challenge encourages focus, connection, and low-impact physical activity in an easy, approachable way.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Hands reaching up towards a balloon.
Boop the Balloon
A light, movement-based activity where participants keep a balloon in the air by gently tapping (“booping”) it without letting it touch the ground. The goal is to stay present, engage in safe physical movement, and maintain focus while working individually or together.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Women demonstrating what a crab walk is with feet and hands on floor belly up.
Crab Walk Soccer Lindsay, A, and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Three women with their hands up to the sky.
Do As I Did Challenge
This activity challenge is a great way to encourage engagement, focus, and gentle social connection through simple, hands-on play.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
A pile of Jenga blocks.
Empower Tower
These activity challenges are a great way to encourage engagement, focus, and gentle social connection through simple, hands-on play. Activities like a more active version of Jenga promote coordination, patience, and decision-making while also adding light movement and interaction.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Four Square Ball bouncing.
Four Square
Four Square is a fun, fast-paced game that keeps players active, improves hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and teamwork, and encourages friendly competition and social interaction.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
A group of people in a dance class together.
Groove and Glow
Groove and Glow is a fun aerobic dance activity that gets participants moving, raises heart rates, and builds fitness. Follow along with the instructor, choose low-impact options as needed, and remember to stay hydrated with regular water breaks.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
A person wearing cowboy boots.
Line Up and Let Loose
Line Dance is a fun, easy-to-follow group activity that improves coordination, balance, and cardiovascular fitness. Participants follow guided dance steps while moving at a comfortable pace with options for all ability levels.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Four women practicing a yoga pose together.
Nama-St’ay Strong
Challenge yourself with yoga! It’s a wonderful way to promote wellness, reduce stress, and improve physical and mental well-being.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Two participants holding a plank position facing each other while rolling a ball back and forth.
Partner Plank Challenge
Partners hold a plank while completing challenges like ball roll, hand tag, or Tic-Tac-Toe. Modify with knee plank. Focus on core strength, teamwork, and proper form.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Two people holding yoga mats standing against a wall.
Pilates Palooza
Participants will follow a beginner-friendly Pilates routine designed to improve core strength, balance, posture, and flexibility. Using a floor mat, participants can either follow along with a Pilates instructional video or be guided through the exercises by the instructor.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Three women jumping in the air.
Roll of the Dice Cardio
Participants engage in a dice-based fitness game where they roll two dice—one for an exercise and one for repetitions. The group completes movements such as jumping jacks, burpees, knee lifts, and squats based on the roll outcome. This activity promotes cardiovascular fitness, coordination, and engagement.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Three women holding hands trying to get through a hula hoop.
Team Up and Triumph
Participants are divided into teams of 5–8 and compete in fun, active group challenges using a beach ball and a hula hoop. A referee starts each round and observes which team completes the task first. Teams work together to complete movement-based challenges that promote coordination, teamwork, and physical activity.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Five women walking together.
Walk to Wellness
Walking is a simple, accessible activity that can be done indoors or outdoors in safe, well-lit spaces. Participants can walk alone, with a partner, or in a group to support physical health and build social connections.
 Lindsay, A. and Heleman, N. 2026, University of Nevada, Reno Extension