Tag: November/December 2019
Following mass closing of rec centers due to the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans are working from home for the first time. Working from home can be difficult for people to adjust to, and can bring ...
First impressions are everything. No organization can be successful without a good first impression, and in community recreation, a welcoming atmosphere is the first thing an individual should experience when walking inside. At the JCC ...
Aquatics programming appeals to all ages, body types and abilities, and creates a sense of community. The unique amenities you offer give you the opportunity to stand out from competitors in your area, as well ...
From the moment a member steps into your facility, they are assessing if they want to be there. Like a machine – from staff, classes, and cleanliness to communication — each moving part of your ...
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 ...
An inside look at which locker room amenities and design elements resonate most with members and create a luxurious locker room environment. First impressions are typically associated with your front lobby. However, the area in ...
This month, we spoke with Daniel O’Connor, the association director of health and wellness programs at the YMCA of South Hampton Roads about implementing programs. The YMCA of South Hampton Roads in Chesapeake, Virginia, partnered ...
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 ...
Many facilities are finding that aquatic secondary ADA access is being used far more than the primary ADA access — as a result, pool lifts rust from lack of use and preventative maintenance. The idea ...
The latest technology makes it possible to stay more connected to our families, friends and interests than ever before. The digital landscape impacts everyone — at a young age for some or mid-life for others. ...
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