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IU Health Momentum Founder, Jennifer Cvar, gets start at the YMCA at the Athenauem

10-race American Cup Criterium Series

When Jennifer Cvar was a healthy kid growing up in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Indianapolis, she loved the feeling of the wind in her air when she rode her bike. She also loved the independence her bike gave her, taking her to Broad Ripple with... Read More

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YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Encourages Community to Share Mental Health and Wellness Facts

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is encouraging community members to join the conversation about mental health and wellness. Mental health is how we think, feel and act. At the Y, we recognize that we all... Read More

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YMCA Founders Day

The YMCA celebrates 178 years with Founders Day

On June 6, 2022, the YMCA celebrates 178 years of doing good things. Founders Day honors this global organization founded by George Williams in London. It began with a simple but powerful idea to help people build healthier, happier lives. In 1844, ... Read More

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Why Kids Need Camp More Than Ever This Summer

And parents, too!

As summer draws closer, child care is a topic many parents are thinking about. Should my kids stay home this summer? Should they stay with Grandma and Grandpa? Do the kids need camp this summer? If these questions are floating around in your mind, re... Read More

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TBI Survivor Finds Strength, Confidence Through Personal Training

Brian is gaining his life back through personal training

Personal training provides physical and mental benefits In February of 2014, at the age of 26, Brian suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that left him with balance and gait issues, a fear of falling and a left arm tremor. Brian joined the YMCA i... Read More