In Episode 5: The BEST Investment, Carolyn shares her powerful story of how the Safe Start program saved her child's life.

On April 18, 2026, the YMCA  hosted Healthy Kids Day® across the country, a free community event focused on helping children and families build healthy habits for life. For more than 30 years, this annual celebration has created opportunities for...

At the YMCA of Central Florida, the safety and well-being of every child is our highest priority. Every day, our staff and volunteers create a culture of safety through trusted...

Movement does more than change how you look. It changes how you live. Health is not just about numbers on a scale or lab results. It’s about having the energy...

Welcome to Episode 4: Teen Leadership In our last episode, we explored the theme of Legacy with Len Williams and his daughter Amelia McLeod. This month, I had the pleasure...

Getting strong—physically, mentally, and spiritually—doesn’t happen overnight. The key to real growth? Consistency.

Welcome to Episode 3 of First Friday Conversations. In our last episode, we heard from Barbara about the “Social Club” at the Y. This month, I sat down with Len...

Strength isn’t built in a single workout — it’s built over time. It’s built when you show up again. When your family counts on us. When you feel welcomed, valued...

Welcome to Episode 2 of First Friday Conversations: The Social Club. Last month, we kicked things off with Pam from Pammie’s Sammies. This month, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Barbara,...

Welcome to the kick-off episode of First Friday Conversations. For years, I’ve shared written reflections with you on the first Friday of every month. Starting today, I’m excited to shift the...