This year, as you begin to fall back into a community program planning routine, there are many things to consider. Developing and planning programs does not happen by chance. You can’t just throw ideas out ...
How the New Orleans JCC’s Mind Matters program is improving the lives of aging adults. The New Orleans JCC has always sought to enhance the well-being of its community, starting with early childhood and continuing ...
Membership strategies from the YMCA Membership Innovation Summit. The YMCA Membership Innovation Summit took place October 12-14, 2021, on the Innovation Campus of Wichita State University. Organized by Ronn McMahon, the president and CEO of ...
Here are four factors that play a role in how effective your plans are for member recruitment, engagement and retention. Fitness franchises continue to grow their presence across the US, and this suggests it’s more ...
Learn-to-swim programs are not only a safety investment, but also a community growth opportunity. See how these swim lessons can benefit you. Studies show when associations create opportunities to give back to communities, their members ...
As you strive to transform lives within your community, the right software provider can make all the difference in amplifying your impact. To choose the right software provider from a very saturated market, a game ...
How to ensure you are selecting the best strength equipment for your members and their needs. Choosing the right strength equipment and layout of a fitness facility is a fun challenge for community recreation operators. ...
A recap of the 2021 recreation trends affecting community centers and predictions on how they will change programming throughout the year. Changes caused by the pandemic are leading recreation professionals to wonder if they’re here ...
In The Power of Belonging in Community Recreation series, we have explored the importance of meaningful invitations that lead members to show up. We have examined how a welcoming environment, where everyone feels comfortable and ...