Young Mens Christian Assoc Of Birmingham

Healthy living:in communities across jefferson and shelby counties, the ymca is a leading voice on health and well-being. With a mission centered on balance, each ymca branch brings families closer together, encourages good health, and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. As a result, youth, adults, seniors, and families are receiving the support, guidance, and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, mind, and body. Healthy living programs give participants increased self-confidence to initiate and sustain positive health habits. Surrounded by a community of support and meaningful relationships, participants create personalized, realistic health goals and make progress in achieving long-term change that will last the rest of their lives.the parkinson's disease support group meets at ymca branches to provide knowledge and support resources in a safe and caring environment to people with parkinson's and their care partners. Parkinson's support group participants meet with subject matter experts to learn general information regarding living with parkinson's. The movement 2 music program is an exercise program for adults with mobility disabilities in the birmingham area. The program combines elements of dance with exercise physiology to create a structured intervention. Participants have shown significant improvements in walking endurance and mobility as a result of their participation in this program.

Resident camping and retreats:as part of the y's commitment to strengthening community by nurturing the potential of youth, ymca camp programs offer a fun and unique experience that gives children and teens the opportunity to discover their full potential, meet new friends, play and create memories that last a lifetime, all while becoming part of a community. While summer should be a time of exploration, youth are sometimes less involved in activities that stimulate their mind and body. Camp gives children and teens the opportunity to get outdoors and learn about nature, discover new interests, be more physically active, and develop confidence, independence, leadership and social skills.