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August 04, 2011
What is the purpose of the Midway event?
by Downtown Admin
Purpose of "All Aboard the Midway""All Aboard the Midway", our largest annual gala, is much more than a night of dinner and dancing. Every year the Downtown YMCA hosts this even for the benefit of the local, low-income, homeless youth in our downtown community. Our goal for this event is to raise $50,000, all of which w ...more
July 19, 2011
What is the YMCA Mixer?
by Downtown Admin
The YMCA Mixer is a new monthly networking opportunity for Downtown Y members. Don’t miss this great chance to meet other Downtown Y members, as well as see some familiar faces. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, join us for our next Mixer! WHEN: Friday, July 29 @ 5PMWHERE: Yard House ...more
June 08, 2011
Does the Downtown Y offer summer camps?
by Downtown Admin
Yes! This year the Downtown YMCA is excited to offer summer camps for kids ages 10-14! Every week we have themed camps that will teach your kids the fundamentals of different sports and have them playing with friends all day long. CAMP DETAILS Hours of Operation: 6:00am - 6:00pm Location: Roosevelt Middle School, 33 ...more
May 23, 2011
Doing Our Civic Duty
by Downtown Admin
A History Behind the YMCA’s Contributions to the USO In the months before the United States entered WWII, the United Service Organization (USO) was formed by six voluntary civilian agencies, one of which was the YMCA. At the time, the YMCA was looking for ways to help the increasing numbers of young men who were ...more
April 28, 2011
When is Bike to Work Day?
by Downtown Admin
Bike to work day is May 20, 2011 and the Downtown Y is a Pit stop!Bike to workBy Suzi Ivie, CSCS Lose weight, flatten your wallet, protect those May flowers...bike to work! San Diego is renowned for having the world’s greatest weather. We can do any outdoor activity we want all year. Yet rainy Portland, Oregon is consid ...more
March 23, 2011
How can I "go green" at the Y?
by Downtown Admin
With gas prices increasing by the minute and hybrid vehicles more popular than ever, it is important to do our part to help the environment. Here are some reminders and tips on how you can go green at the Y! How Can I Go Green at the Y? 1. Use an Eco-Friendly Water Bottle: By bringing your own reusable water bottle ...more
February 17, 2011
When is the next Career Luncheon?
by Downtown Admin
VOLUNTEER FOR A CAREER LUNCHEONHelp Youth Get a Head Start!NEXT LUNCHEON: March 9, 2011 at 12:15-1:30PMWHERE: Mission Valley YMCA, 5505 Friars RoadTOPIC: Health & MedicineWe're looking for volunteers to participate at the next Career Luncheon!Come share the wisdom you wish you would have known before starting your ...more
February 15, 2011
Fees v Donations: What's the Difference?
by Downtown Admin
Membership fees cover operational expenses such as facility maintenance. Donations cover community outreach programs like the Monarch School's P.E. Program ...more
February 15, 2011
How did the Cowles Mtn. Challenge go?
by Downtown Admin
CONGRATULATIONS Jil! In eight (8) hours, Jil climbed Cowles Mountain Six (6) Times! And she says she’s not even sore today! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Jil wants to express her thanks to everyone who came out to encourage her for this challenge and SHE WANTS TO ...more
February 01, 2011
What is the Cowles Mountain Challenge?
by Downtown Admin
WHO: Fitness Coordinator, Jil HarrisWHAT: Climbing ChallengeWHERE: Cowles Mountain in La MesaWHEN: February 12, 9AM-5PMWHY: To support at-risk youthJil is challenging herself to see how many times she can climb Cowles Mountain in 8 hours!Help Jil help the children of San Diego by sponsoring her in this challenge for as littl ...more
January 28, 2011
Can I volunteer for upcoming events?
by Downtown Admin
Of course! We love volunteers!Help change lives!Participate in the Annual Support Campaign Telethon.Where: Bank of America Building 450 B Street, 18th Floor.When: 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Every Tuesday in February. Training will occur on location at 6:30pm.Sign Up: Contact (619) 232-7451 or visit the front desk. ...more
January 20, 2011
Can I go to other Ys? What locations?
by Downtown Admin
The YMCA has implemented the AWAY Program. Through this program, members can visit any of the 2000+ YMCAs in the country and workout for free or at a discounted rate. Always Welcome At YMCAs (AWAY) program is part of the YMCA’s mission to unite all 21 million members. The latest and greatest thing to happen to ...more
December 14, 2010
Giving back: P.E. at the Monarch School
by Downtown Admin
I am in 3rd grade at the Monarch School. I like P.E. at the YMCA. We do a lot of fun stuff with our coach. The first time I went I was happy and having fun. It was the best! Every kid’s guardian should let them come to the YMCA to check it out. We love P.E.! — Ricardo, 3rd Grade Among other school ...more
December 08, 2010
Can I go to other YMCAs to workout?
by Downtown Admin
With your membership to the Downtown Y, you can workout at Mission Valley, Hazard Center and Toby Wells no questions asked. For gyms outside of those listed above, the YMCA has implemented the AWAY Program. Through this program, members can visit any of the 2000+ YMCAs in the country and workout for free or at a discounte ...more
November 30, 2010
Y donate to our Toy Drive this month?
by Downtown Admin
During the holidays, everyone is prone to being swept away by the frantic and joyous act of buying for and receiving gifts from our loved ones. However, it is easy while in this daze to forget that there are so many people who cannot afford toys for their sons and daughters, brothers and sisters. This h ...more
November 16, 2010
Are there teen fitness options at the Y?
by Downtown Admin
There has been a change in policy! The Downtown YMCA is opening their doors to teenagers 16 and up. While we are not requiring parent supervision, those interested in becoming a Y-teen must complete both a parent consent and health history form, as well as participating in an orientation of the facility with a staff membe ...more
September 08, 2010
Y is the YMCA no longer a Hotel?
by Downtown Admin
History: Until the late 1950s, YMCAs in the United States were built with hotel-like rooms called residences or dormitories. These rooms became a significant part of American culture, known as an inexpensive and safe place for a visitor to stay in an unfamiliar city. In 1940 there were about 100,000 rooms at YMCAs, more ...more
March 01, 2010
Y are there kids at the Downtown YMCA?
by Downtown Admin
Question: I thought the Downtown YMCA was an adult only facility. Why are there kids on the basketball court in the afternoon? Answer: The Downtown YMCA is not just a work-out facility. We reach peoples needs of all ages. The children you see in the afternoon attend the Monarch School. This is a specialt ...more
January 03, 2010
Y is the YMCA considered a non-profit?
by Downtown Admin
Each and everyday the YMCA reinvests in this community and surrounding communities. The Y caters to those who couldn't afford certain services any other way: reduced memberships, before and after-school daycare, making exercise accessible to kids, literacy programs and much more. Recently we asked on ...more
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