YMCA of the North Blog

A multi-year gift will help children, families and seniors in our community.

Ramp up your overall wellness by taking time to slow down.

Pass along values that are important to you.

The "Active Aging Week" at the YMCA is focused on committing to healthy aging and helping seniors.

According to the CDC, the population of older adults is growing, by 2050 there will be nearly 89 million older adults in the United States, more than double the number in 2010.

Data shows participants in some of the YMCA's after-school programs were more than twice as likely to graduate high school in four years as compared to their peers who were not enrolled.

The YMCA of the North will host its 13th annual Gathering to celebrate seniors living healthy lifestyles on Monday, September 17 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Welcoming Week expands on YMCA New American Welcome Centers that build bridges for newcomers to our communities

YMCA of the North will host the annual National Youth Project Using Minibikes (NYPUM) Rodeo.

The YMCA of the North and Royal Credit Union Foundation co-host the fourth annual Prairie Burn Music Festival on Saturday, September 15.

Making your own protein snacks is an easy way to ensure more wholesome ingredients and less fillers.

These wholesome no-bake snacks are tasty and nourishing and so easy the kids can help make them!

Tip: Refuel post-workout with snacks that boost performance and nourish while they replenish.

Getting to know Alana Kniefel

Y's 'Get Outdoors' promotes nature to help cure modern-day maladies.

Learn how the YMCA partnered with Good in the Hood to combat food insecurity in the Twin Cities.

Families welcome to attend open houses to see the new child care center, meet the teachers and learn more about the program

Learn how to have a healthy fun time at the Minnesota State Fair.

CycleHealth will host its annual BreakAway Kids Tri on Saturday, August 18 at Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove.

The YMCA of the North is partnering with Good in the ‘Hood and its Shoe Away Hunger program.

That's the verdict of one of downtown's busiest and most engaged observers, who shares his views.

At YMCA Early Childhood Learning Centers (ECLC), 98 percent of students with at least one year at Y ECLCs surpass school district kindergarten readiness requirements.

Read about the latest updates to the YMCA in West St. Paul.

Watch WCCO’s Reg Chapman explore Hidden Falls Regional Park with Mobile Day camp campers.

Watch KARE 11’s Kiya Edwards spend time with the campers at Camp Ihduhapi.

The YMCA of the North is considering moving its downtown St. Paul location to a new building on the western end of the podium of the Osborn370 tower at 370 Wabasha St. N. The Metropolitan Council has approved a $25,500 grant to study the site and prepare plans.

With limited training but plenty of drive, the Subversive Sirens aim to make synchronized swimming more inclusive — and perform a Prince-medley routine at the Paris Gay Games.

Read about how the YMCA connects urban youth to nearby nature with the Y Mobile Day Camp at Lake Phalen.

The YMCA launched its first national campaign in January 2016, and one of the 60-second spots was titled “Idle Hands.” It’s a powerful video that shows seemingly bored kids with nothing to do.

Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for all children, but children of color are particularly at risk.

PHOTO GALLERY: CycleHealth hosted their annual BreakAway Kids Tri in Maple Grove for 750 participants.

Build strength, gain flexibility and practice mindful breathing.

How planned giving can have an impact for generations

It's great when kids can spend quality time with their grandparents, even BETTER when that time involves healthy activities.

Read about how the YMCA is looking to open a new, stand-alone Early Childhood Learning Center in Rochester.

Research shows without access to out-of-school physical and learning activities, kids fall behind academically and gain weight twice as fast during the summer than the school year.

More than 150 campers will experience nature thanks to the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, the Play, Learn, Serve, Work Initiative, Wilderness Inquiry, Urban Roots, Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge

How does one get good at extreme sports? Through lots of time spent practicing and sage guidance from wise elders. Begin your extreme journey—whether it involves motocross, skateboarding, or inline skating—at one of these facilities near you.

YMCA partner Abbey's Hope raises awareness in conjunction with National Drowning Prevention Month and 10th anniversary of VGB Pool & Spa Safety Act

Prior Lake Rotary's 2018 Lakefront Music Fest is a two-day festival featuring one night of rock music and one night of country will be July 13 & 14 at Lakefront Park.

Getting doctors and insurance companies involved turns out to be "the secret sauce."

Watch KARE 11 reporter Kiya Edwards share the Y’s top safe-swimming tips for the summer. 

If your child isn't a strong swimmer, you can apply for free lessons from the Y!

The YMCA of the North recently elected at its annual meeting seven new members to its board of directors.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 28 percent of U.S. students in grades 6 through 12 have experienced bullying and at most 30 percent notify an adult

YMCA names seven new board members

School is out for summer, but bullying can happen even when kids are on break. Watch how the YMCA can help teaches youth and adults to tackle bullying. 

Explore your fitness challenges with a Personal Trainer

Easy to make and a great way to enjoy those luscious summer berries! The icy texture of this treat makes it truly refreshing on a hot summer day. 

Tip: Satisfy your summer sweet tooth with fresh-from-the-garden desserts and indulge without feeling guilty!