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Updated January 9, 2008
With the rapid approach of 2008, your YMCA staff,
volunteers, fellow members and participants are preparing to
celebrate a series of events commemorating the 150th
anniversary of the YMCA movement in Frederick. We will be
kicking off our celebration with a Community Prayer
Breakfast on Sunday, January 20th at the YMCA. We will also
be celebrating with many other events such as a birthday party
and a gala. The celebrations will be culminating with a week
of events in September. Details can be found on the website.
The YMCA of Frederick County is kicking off an initiative
that will focus on helping our county eliminate child obesity.
We are fortunate that Frederick County has so many
wonderful agencies and organizations that are committed to
the well-being of children and families in our community.
The Y has long partnered with these government entities,
agencies and other organizations to provide programs and
services that benefit children and families. It is our intention
to continue to focus our efforts on these partnerships and
activities and to increase our present programs and endeavors
so that we can work towards this goal.
As part of our efforts we are encouraging our members to
participate in physical activity as much as their schedule
allows. It is important that children see that adults are
participating in physical activity in order to encourage them to
emulate their behavior. Adults modeling healthy behavior can
help develop healthy attitudes towards physical well-being in
children. Take advantage of the indoor track, pools, open
gym time, the wellness center, para-fit courses, sports leagues,
5K runs, dance, gymnastics, karate, yoga, Pilates, aerobics and
any other activity that you enjoy and suites your schedule.
Participating in physical activity allows one to benefit, not
only in the health of the body, but also produces results that
affect the spirit and mind as well. In the hectic rush of today’s
world, often we do not take time to ensure our own health
and well-being. The YMCA is here for you to participate in
activities to create a healthy body, mind and spirit.
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