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EXPANDED HOURS FOR YOU! As we continue to keep you safe by following all public safety guidelines, we are also happy to welcome back more of our members! To provide as many opportunities to reach your health goals as possible, we are pleased to announce that we are expanding our hours beginning April 5, 2021. New Hours:... Mon - Fri; 5 am - 10 pm Sat; 7 am - 6 pm Sun; 7 am - 6 pm Check our updated schedules on our website and in the mobile app for more information!

The Gateway Region YMCA has been a proud St. Louis Area Violence Prevention Commission member since 2019. CVC supports a regional violence prevention strategy. We support VPC!

March is coming to a close and so is our 10% Off Summer Day Camp Special Offer! We’re just about 60 DAYS out from the start of camp. At the Y, you know what you’re getting with camp... fun, growth & development, and safety. Register today gwrymca.org/summer-camp-2021

March 23 was #DiabetesAlertDay. Cari, our Community Development YMCA Chronic Disease Program Director, explains what you need to know and how you can mitigate your risk for contracting diabetes. The Y offers a Diabetes Prevention Program. Learn more and take a free risk assessment here: gwrymca.org/preventdiabetes

Learn why a mental health professional is convinced that summer camp is not just an optional add-on, but a vital need for children and adolescents in 2021 and beyond. Read the article here http://ow.ly/L4CK50Eb44l

Did you know the Y offers lifeguard certification classes? Our course is designed to provide the participants with the knowledge and skills needed to be a lifeguard and professional rescuer. Participants will be certified in Basic Life Support (formerly CPR PRO), Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration. Find a class near you! http://ow.ly/6ahR50E8wVF

Who doesn't love a good bowl of chili during the winter months? Try this yummy recipe from our friends and partners at Schnucks! Access the recipe here http://ow.ly/CgQG50D8H4Y

Well this is fun! Today’s Google Doodle celebrates Dr. James Naismith, who invented the game of basketball in 1891 at the YMCA International Training College in Springfield, Massachusetts. #YouthDevelopment #YouthSports #Basketball

These cold days have us dreaming of a warmer time. We are counting down the days to see our campers again, and the snowcones... we also miss the snowcones! Come join us this year for our Summer Day Camp programs, registration can be found on our website gwrymca.org

With snow in tomorrow's forecast, we wanted to share some safety tips to project you from falls due to icy conditions. We hope you all stay safe when heading outside!

Winter Sports Early Bird is coming to an end! Sign up by Monday, December 14 to get the lowest rates of the season! Rates go up by $15 on December 15. Originally started by the YMCA, basketball is a fun team sport that grows character and teamwork. Our leagues are focused on developing your child's skill and overall enjoyment of the sport of basketball. At the Y, kids participate in every game and receive equal playing time, regardless of skill level. https://gwrymca.org//youth-sports-leagues-carondelet-park-

New program DROP!! Our newest Next Level small group training Bootcamp is here!! Starts this January. Wake up to train with Jake before work to feel great, get stronger, and invest in a better you. Jake will have your back as he coaches, guides and motivates you 2x a week in this strength based workout! Perfect for anyone starting to make some fitness goals for 2021 but could use the energy and comradeship of a small group! Registration now open!

Creating a New Year's Resolution is typically easier than sticking to it. Read these 5 tips on how to ensure that you'll follow through with your resolutions this year!

Miss summer as much as we do? No worries, with summer right around the corner, our registration is open! We may even get a visit from our favorite reptile and amphibian friends! Show Me Snakes will be back for 2021 do not miss out!

UP TO 40% HIGHER TEST SCORES Yes, youth sports participation has been proven to boost test scores! And the Y'sprograms also build character, self-esteem, team-work, and coordination in children.... Help your child have a brighter future, register them in Youth Sports today! https://gwrymca.org//youth-sports-leagues-carondelet-park-

Y Swim lessons provide important skills that could save a life! Research shows swimming lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88% among children ages 1-4 years. Take lessons year-round in our heated, indoor pool with certified and trained swim instructors. The Y offers a wide range of options for the whole family with classes beginning at 6 months of age through adulthood! Learn More & Register for Group Lessons here gwrymca.org/groupswimlessons... Group lessons aren't for everyone, and that's okay! One-on-one time with a YMCA swim instructor might be just what you need. Learn more about Private & Semi-Private swim lesson options here gwrymca.org/privateswimlessons See more

Thanksgiving food drive going on now! Check out the items most needed this year: - canned goods (green beans, corn, carrots, peas, fruit, cranberry sauce) - boxes of stuffing, bread mix, instant potatoes, cake or dessert mix - drink items... - other ideas...applesauce, gravy, canned meat, potatoes See more

Give yourself some rest and recovery - we are here for you! Register your child for Kids Night Out! The perfect chance to rest, have a date night, catch up on the house or do some holiday shopping! Call the branch or register online. Dates available Nov 7th through May 2021!

Did you know, every year the Y strengthens and encourages our community through our Thanksgiving food drive? We collect food pantry items throughout the year, but this month we challenge you to step in and play a bigger role! Last month we were able to give 1,159 food items - what can we do this Thanksgiving to care of our neighbors?? #StrongerTogether #thanksgiving2020 #thanksgivingdinner #fooddrive

In our latest Y blog, we'll answer some common marathon training questions to help you develop an effective training strategy to prepare you for race day.

Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before going to sleep tonight! We are fallin’ back!

From all of us at the YMCA: Have a safe Halloween!

It's almost time for the Halloween Hullabaloo. Our lifeguards can't wait to see our registered families tonight swimming for their pumpkins! #halloween #pumpkinswim #pumpkinthings #lifeguard

Tricks are fun but we're more about giving out TREATS! Our Halloween Flash Sale offers a savings up to $100! Join the Y on October 30-31 for a $0 enrollment fee! Y members enjoy:... Top of the line fitness equipment Swimming Fitness classes Child watch while you workout Discounts & priority registration for paid programs and so much MORE! Learn more or join online today gwrymca.org/join

Kids’ behavior can help you understand how they’re feeling, even when they can’t tell you. Learn more about the signs of abuse and how to recognize them at www.FiveDaysofAction.org #FiveDaysofAction

Youth sports provide youth an opportunity to improve their mental health through physical activity. A 2019 study found that children who reported no exercise were twice as likely to have mental health problems, particularly related to anxiety and depression, compared with those who met the recommendation of an hour a day, and a 2020 study suggested that the more physical activity teenagers participated in, the less likely they were to report depression as 18-year-olds (The New York Times, 2020). We have sports for everyone! Winter sports at the Y include basketball, volleyball, martial arts, gymnastics, and more! Find a youth sport near you: gwrymca.org/programs/youth-sports

Halloween is right around the corner and we need your help! Vote for the most festive door by liking your favorite picture below! Winner announced at the Friday Halloween Hullabaloo