HEALTHY LIVING
In the Y’s Blog, you will find information and tips to help you and your family find a balance of spirit, mind, and body. From fitness and health and wellness to volunteering and giving back, and everything in between, we’re sure you’ll find explanations and inspirations that help you along your healthy living journey.
Summer Fun
Give kids what they really want this year: summer activities! The YMCA Kids Summer Camp program takes the planning and guesswork out of summer fun. With various activities to suit…
Fitness Goals Meet Fitness Classes
New year, new goals! With most resolutions including healthier and more active lifestyles, fitness classes are in the spotlight. They’re a great way to get in your daily sweat session,…
Preschool At The Y
At the YMCA, we foster youth development early on. The benefits of enrolling your child in preschool have been well documented. Some of the nation's top researchers who have spent…
Basketball at the YMCA
The YMCA is the starting point for healthy kids, and has been for over 100 years! At the Y, kids learn about becoming and staying active, as well as developing…
4 Reasons Why Group Exercise Classes Are Better
Group exercise classes have been rising in popularity, but you probably knew that. It seems like almost everyone is either headed into or coming out of some type of fitness…
Back to School Prep – Afterschool Care at the Y
The morning rush of sandwich packing, backpack checks and dragging your kids out of bed makes its way as the new school year begins. It’s time to start thinking about…
Swimming Lessons – Tips for Parents
As a parent or caretaker, you understand how valuable swimming lessons can be. Having peace of mind while your kids are near water is priceless, and swimming classes can give…
YMCA – The Capital Campaign
“We are a powerful association of men, women, and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of…
The Downtown Miami YMCA is the Newest Installation in Downtown Miami
The Downtown Miami YMCA is the embodiment of perseverance, motivation, and desire. We are here to help you exceed your potential and encourage others to do the same. It’s like…
Association-Wide Impact Message
The YMCA of South Florida held its 14th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Weekend January 12-15 with nearly 700 community and business leaders. The tribute to Dr. King’s Legacy…
YMCA Soccer
Soccer was my favorite game at the YMCA. I would always lace up my fastest pair of shoes. Loop. Swoop. And pull. Perfect fit. I remember one summer — one…
YMCA Aquatics
Me and my sister’s first summer at YMCA was one of envy. I remember how hot the days would get, and how badly I wanted to take to the pool…
YMCA Basketball
H--” I counted off the first letter after the basketball skimmed the rim and crashed into the backboard, “— my shot!” You always test your opponent at the free-throw line…
