Youth & Family

Summer camps have always been a key component of YMCAs. Since the coronavirus pandemic has taken away traditional camps for many facilities, some are getting...

Baron Herdelin-Doherty, the president and CEO of the YMCA of San Diego County shares how to go back to the basics for summer camp in...

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented many challenges that community rec organizations have had to adjust to, such as engaging at-risk populations, battling food insecurity and...

Each year, more than 14 million children and adults attend summer camp in the U.S., but the coronavirus pandemic may cause these camps to look...

What a great time to learn how to get and keep your children's attention. Remember the time you heard a good story? Exactly — you...

Beeps, buzzers, lights, rings and endless distractions are everywhere — no wonder it feels impossible to focus. Our environments have gotten complex with the constant...

Right now is the best time to start teaching children mindfulness. There are huge benefits to being mindful, and it's vital for children to learn...

To stay current in the world of youth fitness and sports, it is always vital to explore ways to enhance your programs. There are many...

There are many demands in today’s society and parents need all the help they can get, so offering after-school care can be a breath of...

The Sports and Fitness Industry Association’s Outdoor Soccer Participation Report for 2019 found that 42.8% of all outdoor soccer participants are in the eighth grade...