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A Lasting Legacy

A Local Couple Invests in the Community in a Permanent Way

Who is in support of building a YMCA Center here in Westfield to help build a new legacy? The recent unanimous City Council vote in favor of funding for a Y made it obvious that Westfield is behind the endeavor. However, the decision to build a YMCA... Read More

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From Rock Bottom to Front of the Class

Debbie Is Happier and Healthier Thanks to Her Y

If you have spent any time at the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA, then you have most likely met Debbie. You can find her anywhere from group exercise classes to volunteering and everywhere in between at least five days a week. Debbie wasn’t always ... Read More

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Y Member Recovers from Running Injury with Yoga

Y Member Turns to Yoga in Response to Her Injury

Yoga provides many health benefits that are often overlooked Ashly loves to live an active lifestyle and has been a member of the YMCA for over 3 years. Whether she is running, lifting, or taking part in a dance class, you can usually find her at th... Read More

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The Y Gives Member a Sense of Community During Retirement Through Personal Training

Tom signed up for personal training, but found a friend and gym family.

Tom retired from full-time ministry on March 31, 2017. Looking for something to fill his days, he started visiting the Y and signed up for personal training with Baxter YMCA trainer Kaleb. Shortly after joining, Tom had to have knee surgery and spent... Read More

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Swim Lessons Give Mom Peace of Mind

Safety, Adaptability Highlight Private Swim Lesson Benefits

Rose is a spunky little girl with energy to spare. Her family, like many, lives in a neighborhood with a retention pond nearby. Knowing that Rose is active and has a tendency to wander, her mom, Liz, knew that swim lessons would be important. "I k... Read More