Champaign County Ymca Dba Stephens Family Ymca

Adult programs: we offer extensive programs that are accessible to the members of our community regardless of age, ability, and economic status. Through ongoing and engaging programs geared towards specific needs in our community, we can help people reach their potential and to experience achievement while building relationships in a supportive community. These programs range from adult sports programs to services specifically geared towards individuals seeking nutrition counseling and personal training needs. We also have a diverse offering of group fitness classes that challenge people of all levels and all ages. This year we had 123,168 participants in group fitness classes. Our parkinson's fit classes, which have positively impacted adults living with parkinson's in our community, was attended by more than 50 participants. We also offer workshops and a wide variety of programs focusing on improving and maintaining each participant's well-being. In this fiscal year, we awarded over $260,000 in scholarships that helped over 1,200 people have access to our programs, enabling people to participate regardless of economic ability.

Youth programs: our y is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We provide family-centered, values-based programs to nurture children and youth in healthy development. We offer over 80 summer camp sessions for children of varying ages, abilities, economic status, and interests. Our summer camps provide a safe community for young people to explore the outdoors, build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills, and make lasting friendships. We offer camps that bring together typically developing children and those with disabilities to cross all barriers. The y's after-school programs offer a positive environment for grade-school youth. Curriculum includes age-appropriate activities with character development, physical play, cultural learning, and education components. We served more than 500 students in our after-school program and our summer camps program this year. We offer other youth enrichment programs designed to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness.

Other program services: family program, gymnastics, memberships, and teams