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PRESS: Greater Philadelphia YMCA Program Helps Veterans Rebuild Health After Military Service
Conshohocken, PA — The Ambler, Haverford, Rocky Run, and Spring Valley YMCAs are calling on local veterans to apply for their free Veterans Wellness Program. The program runs April 26 through July 19, 2026, and is designed around holistic well-being, with both physical and mental health components. Participants will meet twice weekly, focusing on physical…
Read More : PRESS: Greater Philadelphia YMCA Program Helps Veterans Rebuild Health After Military ServiceU.S. Masters Swimming Programs
NEW at the Y: U.S. Masters Swimming! Adult swimmers of all experience levels are welcome to dive into this structured lap swimming workout focused on improving their fitness, endurance, and technique. Whether you're training for open water swims, triathlons, or simply looking to stay active, all swimmers are welcome!Masters Swimming is open to members ages…
Read More : U.S. Masters Swimming ProgramsJoin our Rocky Run Y Community Garden Volunteers
Do you have a green thumb? Join our garden volunteer group: Rocky Run Roots! This group meets each week to help plant, water, weed, harvest, and treat the plants in our community garden and the flowers on our property.The group also meets to share recipes based on items they plant and harvest together. Remaining harvest…
Read More : Join our Rocky Run Y Community Garden VolunteersPRESS: Rocky Run YMCA & Philadelphia Union Partner on the Pitch For Local Youth
Media, PA — Tuesday, 07/01/25 — The Rocky Run YMCA is excited to team up with the Philadelphia Union, one of Major League Soccer’s premier teams, to bring recreational play to Media. Union Rec is a recreational program that provides girls and boys with a fun, affordable, neighborhood soccer experience backed by professional design. Over the…
Read More : PRESS: Rocky Run YMCA & Philadelphia Union Partner on the Pitch For Local YouthParkinson's Program at the Rocky Run YMCA
We're offering a Parkinson's focused program at the Y! This program includes educational fitness classes that focus on strength training, cardio, balance and improving activities of daily living with individuals with Parkinson's. Class exercises vary by week. All activity levels are welcome.Where:All sessions are held at the Rocky Run YMCA.When:Classes meet on the below days…
Read More : Parkinson's Program at the Rocky Run YMCABenefits 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…
Read More : Benefits of Playing Sports for ChildrenCamp for All: Candice & Tristen
The Rocky Run YMCA serves over 500 kids each year during our summer camp season. Camp themes change each year and provide youth throughout the area with the ability to pursue their hobbies, experience new adventures, and more!Your donation to Y directly supports our Financial Assistance Program, which allows us to uplift members of our…
Read More : Camp for All: Candice & TristenKeeping 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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