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What has the YMCA helped you be? Share your own YMCA story

You can be… more alive with Y Seniors programs! 

“At 65 years old, I had never been involved in a fitness program until I joined Silver Sneakers at the Y. I now feel and look better and am eager for my next workout.” Ronald-Y Member

You can be…fulfilled with Y Senior’s programs!

Being a senior, the Y has not only been great for my physical health, but given me a chance to make new lifelong friends.” Linda—Y Member

You can be…all that you want to be with Y Seniors programs

"Pickle ball has been a blessing allowing a new whole set of friends and a support.

I just competed in my first senior games and won a gold medal. This is my second HOME” Anne—Y member

You can be…successful with youth sports.

“My oldest son has been in baseball for 6 years and I have watched him develop skills and confidence that have made me so proud to be his dad.” Leonard—Y member

You can be…sporty with youth programs.

“Youth sports has introduced basketball, soccer, volleyball to my 4 kids (ages 11, 9, 5, 5), and they love it!”   Carol—Y member

You can be…have fun with Y wellness classes

“The body combat classes have shown me that exercise can be fun and I reaped the benefits by losing weight and toning up. I am now a faithful follower.” Anjelica—Y member

You can be…your very best with Y wellness classes

I joined 4 years ago, when my first child was born. Now me and my kids come six times a week. The Y has allowed me to get in shape both mentally and physically and has been great for my family” Alison—Y member

You can be…strong with Pilates.

“The Pilates Reformer classes changed my body, mind and spirit so much that I got certified to teach the classes!”   Lacey—Y member

You can be…whole with Y Pilates.

“The reformer Pilates instructors helped me achieve strength I never dreamt possible.   The child care staff gave me the freedom to do so, by taking care of my young son.”   Jacalyn—Y Member

You can be…your best with Zumba.

“Zumba nights have encouraged me to become more active and have a healthier lifestyle.” Heather—Y Member

You can be…awesome with Y’s swimming program

“My 3-year old went from a child who wouldn’t get into the pool to swimming a whole pool length by himself, blossoming into a confident child with himself and others.”   Jacky—Y member

You can be…anything you want to be through swimming.

“A swimming instructor showed my non-swimming baby to swim and safely get himself to the side of the pool in a matter of 3 months. She exemplified the Y’s mission.”   Cindy—Y member

You can be…healthy through water aerobics.

“Physically disabled, I like that water aerobics classes are designed for all skill levels and that I can attend before work. My flexibility is tremendous and my outlook much brighter.” Margi—Y Member

You can be…included by the Y staff.

“Not knowing anyone at my new Y, I was greeted warmly and made to feel extremely welcome.  The YMCA is a true family environment, where everyone is included.”          Jennifer—Y Member

You can be… happy and healthy physically and spiritually at the Y.

“When I walk in and see the bible, I know that I’m in the right place for spiritual and physical fitness. My spinning instructor is so thorough and enthusiastic. She must read that bible also. “ Therese—Y Member