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Senator Cappelletti Lobby Hours at the Haverford YMCA
We're welcoming Senator Cappelletti to the Y for Lobby Hours! During this time, Senator Cappelletti or her staff will be onsite to serve constituents and help with any state-related needs. This includes topics like:Apply for SEPTA Senior IDAssist with applications for state programs like LIHEAP, Property Tax, and Rent RebateConnect you with state agenciesCheck eligibility…
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Benefits of Playing Sports for Children
While sports for children help kids stay active, they also provide many developmental, social and health advantages. Kids can benefit from playing sports in the following ways.1. Learn About TeamworkKids can learn about team building and working together accomplishing goals while playing sports. Whether they play soccer, basketball or baseball, each member works together to overcome…
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PRESS: Haverford YMCA Commits to Major Expansion Of Gymnastics Program
Haverford, PA — Monday, 3/31/25 — The Haverford Area YMCA announced an expansion of its very popular gymnastics program. The project will move gymnastics instruction to a dedicated space at 4 Raymond Drive, Suites C-D, in Havertown, next to Genthert Field. A formal Ribbon Cutting is scheduled for May 8, 2025, at 4pm, followed by…
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Keeping Summer Camp Affordable
At the YMCA, we believe deeply in the power of the classic camp experience to set children on a path towards physical, mental, and emotional well-being for a lifetime. Studies show:Camp experiences foster independence and self-confidence for 74% of children who participate (American Camp Association)Children who attend summer camp demonstrate improved social skills and resilience…
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Haverford YMCA Preschool Gymnastics Instructional Videos
Improve your little ones' gymnastics skills with instructional videos! Gymnastics is a skills-based sport where the fundamentals are absolutely essential in order to progress to each new level. Beginning with pre-school gymnastics, each level has required skills that must be properly completed before moving on to Level 1. Pre-school gymnastics maneuvers include requirements for strength,…
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Top 8 Benefits of Group Exercise Classes
You've probably passed by a group workout class before and heard the loud music and the encouraging and energetic instructor. You've likely seen class participants smiling, sweating and having a blast getting active. But do you know there are numerous advantages of group exercise? Learn more about the many benefits of group exercise and opportunities…
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How to Play Pickleball: A Guide for Beginners
Despite its unique name, pickleball is becoming a popular sport, with 4.8 million players in the United States in 2021. Pickleball is a combination of ping-pong, badminton, and tennis. It was invented in 1965 by Barney McCallum, Joel Pritchard, and Bill Bell and is named after Pritchard's dog Pickles. This fast-paced game requires little equipment and is simple to learn. Getting Started When…
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The Benefits of Summer Camps for Children
Summer is nearly here, bringing about many new considerations for parents. Most parents must consider childcare for the summer, activities to prevent their kids from being bored and educational programs. A go-to solution for these concerns is summer camp. Continue reading to learn the benefits of summer camps for children: 9 Benefits of Summer Camps for KidsExperiencing…
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