Young Mens Christian Association Of South Florida Inc

Health, well-being & fitness the ymca, through its various family centers, has a network of programs that fulfill the y's mission of mind, body, and spirit. Programs are designed to impact wellness of the community and include free seminars and fitness evaluations. The y conducts hundreds of free health screenings yearly. Emphasis is on family with a full complement of programs for individuals six months to senior citizen. Many participants are given the opportunity to participate free of charge through financial assistance. They look to other community agencies for referrals to provide much needed health and physical educations programs. The association participates in the ymca of the usa annual event, healthy kids day, to bring community health partners together to promote health, wellness, and fitness to children.

Camp the day camp the ymca offers is both a recreational and lasting experience of personal enrichment. The program is designed to help campers be aware of their bodies and fitness. They are also structured to help youth learn the value of cooperation and gain confidence to challenge themselves to achieve personal growth. The ymca provides a safe, clean environment and a quality program in which their children can spend their summer and school days off. We offer a valuable alternative to children staying home alone. Our hours are flexible (7:30 am - 6:00 pm). Summer camps were open for ten weeks and holiday camps are available 22 days during the school year. Scholarships are provided for approximately 85% of the children and a continuum of care is available for children with disabilities as well. A strong collaboration with outside service-oriented organizations provides for additional services to help meet the needs of the children and families we serve. In 2024 the association served approximately 3,975 children in the summer camp.

Aquatics, community service and sports