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Tips for Choosing the Right Dance Class for Your Child
Dance classes give children the opportunity to strengthen their bodies, express themselves through movement, and meet new friends. Whether your child wants to explore classical ballet, lively tap dancing or freestyle dance forms such as hip-hop, they're bound to learn important skills and have fun in the process. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA offers a variety…
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The Importance of Outdoor Play for Children
Most American children spend between five and seven hours engaged in "screen time" each day, which means they spend less time outdoors and more time in front of gaming consoles, mobile phones, and computers. While technology offers several benefits — online games can encourage teamwork and online communities can foster community — playing outside is still essential for…
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What Is College Readiness? How Programs Equip Students
The transition from high school to college is bigger than you may expect. Those in high school who plan to attend college may want to better prepare themselves by participating in a college readiness program. Beyond learning about college academics, students can get important advice about college life in general, helping them know what to…
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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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How to Choose a Youth Sport for Your Child
Many children love to run around and play, either on their own or with friends and siblings. Joining a sports program can help them remain active and make new friends. Check out this guide for tips on choosing the best youth sport for your child. What Are Some Benefits of Youth Sports?Youth sports is a large…
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Rocky Run YMCA Knitting Club
We invite knitting enthusiasts to join our weekly group meetings! Knitting Club is back at the Y! We're hosting club meetings each week for our members to socialize and create works of cozy art! Supplies are not provided. Registration is not required. Where: Join us in Program Room 1 at the Rocky Run YMCA. When:…
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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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Benefits of Having a Family Membership at the Y
Finding a gym or child care center that accommodates your entire family can be difficult. As a result, you may end up with various memberships at different establishments to meet everyone's needs. If you're ready to simplify your memberships and find a place the whole family can enjoy, consider a family membership through the Greater…
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