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Annual Suits From Suits Program Kicks Off!
Posted April 23, 2012 in
Grand Rapids, MI – The Paul Goebel Group has joined with the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids for the fifth year in a row to sponsor Suits From Suits, an innovative program to collect and distribute gently used swimsuits for boys and girls, ages 6 to 10, so that children will have the proper swimwear needed to participate in YMCA aquatics programs. {image_1} Meg Goebel, President of the Paul Goebel Group, states, “It’s estimated that the approximately 15,000* children, ages 6 to 10, who live in the core city of Grand Rapids, have never taken a... Read More
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Boot Camp for Bridal Parties: Getting In Shape for Summer “I Do’s”
Posted April 16, 2012 in
{image_1} By Megan Rich, Health Wellness and Outreach Director, Wolverine World Wide Family YMCA
When I walked down the aisle on my wedding day in 2010, I remember looking up at how well my bridal party fit into those dresses. It took tough workouts to get my bridal party to feel and look their best on the most memorable day of my life.
So as the health and wellness director for the Wolverine World Wide Family YMCA, I decided after seeing the positive results from my... Read More
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The Y Welcomes Tom Rademacher!
Posted April 11, 2012 in
Dear Friends,
It’s my pleasure to introduce you to one of the newest members of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids, although you’re just as likely to see him with a pen and pad in hand as you are a basketball or set of weights. Tom Rademacher is one of the most respected writers in all of West Michigan and beyond, and throughout the rest of this year, he’ll be penning stories for The Y to help create an awareness of how our organization is so... Read More
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Daycare: Accreditation VS Licensing
Posted April 09, 2012 in
{image_1} By Heather Walczewski, Child Development Director, YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
When I attend a party with my husband and I tell parents I operate a child development center at the Y, the questions start flying at me from all directions; they want the inside scoop that goes past the flyers and website tips. Parents love their children so entrusting them to a child care facility is fraught with concerns.
Far and away the number one question parents ask me is, “What is the... Read More
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Member Attire
Posted March 21, 2012 in
As a reminder – Shirts and shoes throughout the building except the pool areas. Members and guests must wear exercise apparel that covers the midriff. Clothing or accessories must have appropriate graphics and/or language reflective of a family focused facility. T-shirts, tank tops, and sleeveless t-shirts are all permissible. Athletic and/or closed toe shoes must be worn at all times. Boots, hardsurfaced shoes, flip flops, or open toed shoes cannot be worn in any exercise area. Shoes that have been worn outside are not allowed in the pool areas. Swimsuits... Read More
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Pool Rules Addendum
Posted March 21, 2012 in
Children under the age of 8 who have not passed the swim test must have an adult in the water, no further than arms-length away. Children under the age of 8 who have passed the swim test must have adult/guardian supervision on the deck. Children age 8 and older who have not passed the swim test must wear a life jacket and remain in the shallow end of the pool. If parent/guardian is accompanying the child, they must remain within an arms reach of the adult/guardian while in the pool. Children age 8... Read More -
GRYMCA Launches the Best Y Website in U.S.
Posted February 27, 2012 in
For the past 18 months, the Grand Rapids Y teams have spent 1,700 hours collaborating with local vendors to develop and launch what has come to be one of the most sophisticated and user-friendly YMCA websites in the world. This is one of the most interactive websites ever launched by any Y anywhere in the 129 countries the Y’s are located.
Cyndy Vogt, Marketing & Communications Director, for the Greater Grand Rapids Y said, “Y teams collaborated with local vendors to develop and launch what has come to be one of... Read More
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Spartan Stores Y February Q&A
Posted February 22, 2012 in
General FacilityComment: Extend weekend hours to 5am and 9pm every day please! Staff Response: The YMCA provides hours based on the community and also our other branches in the association. Currently, the David D Hunting YMCA provides additional hours on the weekend beyond the hours we choose to operate. We do pay attention to our members need so I appreciate this comment.
Comment: It would be better if all the clocks showed the same time. It’s difficult to be on time... Read More
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Spartan Stores January Q&A
Posted February 01, 2012 in
General FacilityComment: We were here two days in a row and LOVE the upbeat music. Great for working out!:) Staff Response: Thank you! We have tried to change our music throughout the day for our members! Glad we got it right for you!
Comment: I love it here! Staff Response: Thank you! The main responsibility of your Y staff team is to provide an excellent member experience!
MembershipComment: Please sell flip flops/shower shoes for... Read More
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Spartan Stores Y Membership Grows!
Posted January 19, 2012 in
Wyoming, MI: The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids research pays off as the Spartan Stores YMCA membership numbers breaks 2,000.
The YMCA knew that demand for a state-of-the-art fitness center that offered a top-notch child development center, the latest fitness equipment, a wide variety of classes from music to yoga to babysitter training to cardio workouts, would do well in the Wyoming/Byron Center area.
Bev Thiel, Executive Director of Spartan Stores YMCA, said, “Signing up 2,000 members by the end of the year is very gratifying... Read More