Category: Community Development
Learn how to create a dynamic afterschool community from the Weinstein JCC. Afterschool means something cool at the Weinstein JCC, in Richmond, Virginia. The Weinstein J’s afterschool program, Kids’ Place, encourages kids to let loose ...
Children of all ages come into your facility each day, whether it be for child-care services, swim lessons or sports. But how can you ensure you are doing your part to instill long-lasting, healthy values ...
In 2013, the YMCA of Southwestern Indiana in Evansville, Indiana, was approached simultaneously by the community as a whole, and by a member with Parkinson’s. The community wanted to bring a general boxing program to ...
When I wake up and check the weather, it’s hard not to double-take at the “feels like four degrees” here in the Twin Cities. It’s also hard not to think that our YMCA will undoubtedly ...
To meet the needs of any community member who may walk into your facility, it’s important to offer a variety of adaptive fitness programs. At the Mittleman JCC in Portland, Oregon, a number of programs ...
In honor of breast cancer awareness month, Community Rec spoke the Peninsula JCC about the “Pink @ the PJCC” program — a workout designed to enhance recovery for breast cancer patients. Since launching the program ...
Engaging the corporate demographic can be a challenge for community rec centers — after a long day at the office, local employees often choose home over the gym. However, the Peter Blum Family Y, a ...
The corporate wellness industry has been going through a major shift in the last few years, with employers no longer just providing on-site gyms or giving employees access to one localized facility. This means increased ...
Relaxation programs are becoming more prevalent in community recreation as the industry shifts toward a greater understanding of recovery and its importance to overall wellness. In honor of National Relaxation Day, we examined a few ...
Summer is the perfect season for families to spend time together participating in outdoor programs. With an array of options available, you want to make sure you offer unique and engaging experiences. The YMCA Trout ...
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