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August 1, 2025 First Friday - Monthly Message from the CEO

Finding JOY

I’ve always been a bit of a YMCA historian, so when I was recently invited to lunch with a group of retired Y CEOs and senior leaders, I jumped at...

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July 29, 2025 Aquatics

Fox 35 Orlando Spotlights YMCA of Central Florida’s Life-Saving Swim Programs

In honor of World Drowning Prevention Day, Fox 35 Orlando sat down with our very own John Lewis, Associate Vice President of Aquatics at the YMCA of Central Florida, to...

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July 3, 2025 First Friday - Monthly Message from the CEO

First Friday Message – Feedback is a gift!

This past weekend our Y joined arms with YMCAs across the country to host Healthy Kids Day. This is an annual celebration of community and a mobilization of what we...

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July 3, 2025 Healthy Living

Summer Survival Kit: Why a Max Membership Is All You Need

When the Florida heat is blazing, a YMCA Max Membership becomes more than a gym pass — it’s your summer survival kit. Whether you’re looking to stay active, beat the...

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June 20, 2025 Healthy Living

Beat the Heat—and Protect Your Skin!

Summer fun at the YMCA means swimming, splashing and being active outdoors—but it also means protecting your skin. From enjoying our pools and splash pads to participating in youth sports,...

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June 18, 2025 Press Releases

Golden Triangle Park Breaks Ground

Lake County, FL – Lake County, the City of Tavares and the YMCA of Central Florida proudly hosted the groundbreaking ceremony for the highly anticipated Golden Triangle Regional Park –...

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June 11, 2025 Press Releases

The YMCA of Central Florida Announces New Metropolitan Board Members

The YMCA of Central Florida recently elected Chris D’Orso and Hal Morlan III to the Metropolitan Board of Directors. Marcia Hope Goodwin was also elected to serve another 1-year term....

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June 6, 2025 Aquatics

First Friday Message – The Village

This past weekend our Y joined arms with YMCAs across the country to host Healthy Kids Day. This is an annual celebration of community and a mobilization of what we...

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May 30, 2025 Aquatics

School’s Out — But Sports Are Still On at the YMCA

Summer brings plenty of changes, but keeping kids active doesn’t have to be one of them. At the YMCA, our Youth Sports program provides kids with the opportunity to keep...

May 30, 2025 Healthy Living

12 Benefits of Swimming: A Cool Way to Stay Active This Summer

Need a break from screens or want to cool off in the pool? Beat the Heat is the perfect reminder that summer wellness can be fun, refreshing and family-friendly. With...

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