Ambler YMCA

Happy New Year, Y family! We have great news -- we will be re-opening our doors this Monday, Jan. 4th at 8:00 am! . . We can't wait to see you (socially distant, of course!) ... Here's what's new: We have expanded our regular hours! Check out our full hours online. Join us for a class! Check out our group exercise schedule online or in our app. Winter programs are here! Registration for all your favorites like swim lessons, sports, and more opens Monday, too! Our health & safety rules will still be in place. We want to keep you and our team members healthy! . . Know before you go! Find out more @ https://www.philaymca.org/news/were-reopeningagain

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We hope your celebrations are merry and bright this season!

Happy Chanukah! From our Y family to yours, we hope you have a safe and bright celebration.

Supporting our community makes us all stronger! #ThisIsY

We've teamed up with Independence Blue Cross to help spread positivity and support our communities in healthy ways during this unprecedented time. Health ofte...n starts from within! Did you know that simply practicing deep breathing has many health benefits? Reduces stress levels Lowers heart rate Lowers blood pressure Balance your body & mind with us and spread the #GoodVibesWave #ThisIsY #IBX #ConnectingCommunities

This summer, feel ANOTHER type of cabin fever! Camp Speers is coming back! Secure your child’s spot now, and take advantage of early registration pricing! Enjoy... our private lake, horseback riding, archery, ziplines - and let kids be kids again! Just a short drive to the Poconos. Register now: https://www.campspeersymca.org/ See more

Thank you to all who helped us celebrate our 10th birthday all month long! We have been overwhelmed with the outpouring of fond memories, love, and support from our members, staff, volunteers, and partners! The bond of our Y Community is truly what makes us more than a building... and more than a gym. Cheers to the next 10 years and beyond! ... #10YearsStrong #ThisIsY #AmblerYMCA See more

Dear Y Community, In response to the latest COVID-19 orders, we will be closed starting December 12, 2020, until January 4, 2021. All charges to membership accounts will stop until January 2021. In the meantime, to help you to stay active at home, we will provide members with FREE access to our Virtual Y - www.philayathome.org ... Our Virtual Y will allow you to workout using our on-demand classes and live zoom workouts with your favorite Y instructors and favorite workouts like cycle, HIIT, Zumba, yoga, and more. Learn more about our temporary closure and how to access PhilaYathome @ https://www.philaymca.org/news/member-alert . . We are so grateful that you are a part of our Y family. Stay healthy, stay safe, and stay connected. The Y

Today, we'll hear from Valerie - a passionate, motiving, and inspiring member and instructor - on what makes the Y so special to her! . . .... "As a child, the YMCA taught me how to swim which can be an essential lifesaving skill for which I am eternally grateful. The Y now offers swim lessons to families who are financially challenged, so their children can learn this necessary, vital ability. However, this is only one of the things I love about the Y. The YMCA proudly embraces diversity and inclusion of all ethnicities, genders, races, and sexual orientations. Their core values are respect and caring for all. This posture will only strengthen our communities. As a result, these attitudes make me feel proud to be a member and an employee. As an adult, I chose to become a member of the YMCA to enhance my physical and mental fitness. And the Y didn’t let me down. I was pleased to have met both of my goals. As an employee, it is my hope to help members reach their full potential. Becoming the "Best Version of Yourself" is an achievable goal. The Y is much more than a Gym. The activities and classes offered provides opportunities for members to grow, socialize, and improve their perspective of themselves. There is a positive correlation between physical activity and learning new skills and improvement in mental health. With all that is going on in the world right now, the YMCA can provide us with a brief escape from all the negatives. The Y doesn’t discriminate and takes full measures to keep us safe and aware. If every company emulated the values of the YMCA, we wouldn’t have many of the challenges that exist in the world today." #ThisIsY #10YearsStrong

Set a reminder - our Spread the Warmth event is coming up! Donated generously by Auto Dealers Caring for Kids, the Y is excited to hold events to provide free new winter coats to kids in our community! All families are welcome! No membership, ID, or proof of income is needed. Find more details below! ... #ThisIsY #YForAll

Opportunity & Gratitude = The YMCA That is how member and aquatic instructor, Becky Goff, titled her response to "What does the Y mean to you?" Hear more from Becky as we celebrate a very special and meaningful 10th anniversary. #ThisIsY #10YearsStrong .... . . When I retired from my travel agency three years ago, I didn’t know what I was going to do with my desire to work with people, stay active, and keep developing positive energy. I have found the pools at all the local Y’s, to be a place for healing, as I recovered from knee surgery. Three years ago, an opportunity arose to be an Aquatic Instructor at Ambler Y, and it became my home and solution to give me an advocation as I enter the later stage of my life. When the doors closed on March 12, 2020, due to the Covid pandemic, so many lives were changed. We were having to face isolation and uncertainty as never before. Losing those opportunities to come together in the community that the Y provided, became the hardest loss, however, always with the hope that it would be temporary. I have found the YMCA to be the greatest organization in this country, to provide the best services from the cradle beyond, and with the loving support and confidence of everyone. We will survive and rebuild back better, as we have learned so many hard lessons, but the greatest of these is gratitude! I instruct on social distancing in the pool, and all the protocols the Y has in place to be in compliance with safety regulations to ensure these spaces are as safe as possible from Covid, and the members really appreciate it. We are all returning with more gratitude and appreciation, and carrying hope and determination that our YMCA’s thrive. The memory of all the months of missing our pools and facilities opened us and taught us that we can never take for granted the things we enjoyed, as they are a blessing -- which I send to all the people who work so hard to make this happen, and especially my second home, Ambler, as she celebrates her 10th. Anniversary!

#FlashBackFriday to a Family Art night last February! Although family events look a bit different this year, we are excited to continue offering ways families can still learn, play, and connect at the Y. #AmblerTurns10 #ThisIsY #ConnectingFamilies

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Y - and #ThrowBackThursday to our work last year with Inter-Faith Housing Alliance Although our donations and drop-off looked a little different this year, we are proud to participate once again in donating meals to neighbors in need for the holiday. We are incredibly thankful for our amazing members, volunteers, staff, and Ambler community! ... #ThisIsY #ConnectingCommunities

All month long to celebrate our 10 year anniversary, we will be sharing with you some of our member and staff stories! Meet Samantha - a long-time Y member that transformed her love for the Y to a career with our team! .... . "My Y story began as a young kid going from gymnastics camp in the summer and aftercare during the school year. I remember one of my counselors, Ms. Lamb, who taught me and other campers how to crochet along with many other things. She made an impact on my life that I will cherish forever. I loved everything about the Y back then; coming back to work here just felt right. I want to make that same impact Ms. Lamb had on me on the children that come to my programs. Not only have I grown from going to, and working at, the YMCA but I have also made lifelong friends. My coworkers are not just coworkers; they are people I can turn to for anything. I love the Y in so many ways and am glad to be a part of this great community." . . Thank you for sharing your story with us, Samantha! We are proud of our passionate members and staff - that makes the Y so special #ThisIsY #HappyBirthdayAmblerY #ConnectingCommunities

November is a big month here at the Y -- because we’re celebrating our 10th Anniversary! We are honored to be a member of this community for 10 years. To share in your journeys, provide ways for your kids to learn and grow, and help you connect to a healthier life in every way we can. . .... . Here's what is happening at the Y and how you can join in on the celebrations all month long! - Join an anniversary fitness challenge Open our PhilaYMCA mobile app and join a fitness challenge to motivate you to reach your fitness goals and celebrate the Y's 10-year history of keeping our members healthy and active. - Share your Y story with us! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to check out some of our favorite member and staff Y stories. Be sure to check out our weekly throwbacks highlighting special Ambler Y moments from the past 10 years. PLUS! Share your own Y story or memory and tag us for a chance to win some Y gear! - Celebrations & surprises at the Y Join us in-person to check out some extra surprises including wellness challenges and chances to win some Y prizes! . . . From all of us at the Ambler YMCA - THANK YOU - and here’s to the next 10! #ThisIsY #ConnectingCommunities

Thank you to everyone who attended this socially-distant spooktacular event at the Y! We hope you and your families have a safe, fun, and healthy Halloween this year!

Parents, families, and neighbors - tune into the The Greater Philadelphia YMCA Facebook page each day this coming week for informational resources and things for you to think about- one for each of the week during our 5 Days of Action!

'Tis the Season of Giving at the Y! We have partnered with Inter-Faith Housing Alliance to host a food drive to provide families in need with a Thanksgiving Day meal. If you have the ability to donate, we are looking for the items below! All donations can be dropped off at our front desk now through November 18th.... Canned Veggies - green beans, corn, peas, sweet potatoes Boxed Items - stuffing, cornbread mix, instant potatoes, mac & cheese Jarred Goods - gravy & cranberry sauce . . . We appreciate your help in providing families in need with a warm holiday meal this year! #ThisIsY #ConnectingCommunities

Small Group Training is back at the Y and better than ever! Enjoy boutique-style classes with our specially trained Y instructors. Safely experience a world-class workout in a small, socially-distanced group setting. Train with other members just like you to reach your specific goals with the help of our wellness coaches.... . . . In this session, we are offering Barre, Dynamic Boxing, Shock, and Youth Shock! Barre is a full-body workout that fuses the best elements of ballet, Pilates, sports conditioning. (SOLD OUT! ) Dynamic Boxing focuses on strength and conditioning mixed with classic boxing technique training. Great for those looking for something fun and new! Shock is perfect for anyone looking to jump-start their fitness journey and get back on track for their goals - complete with pre- and post-fitness testing! For ages 10-14, Youth Shock is an introduction to fitness. Participants learn and master basic exercises, build athletic ability, and have fun! . . . November 2nd starts our Late Fall session! Don't wait to sign up - space is limited. https://fal.cn/AmblerSmallGroup Have questions or want to know if Small Group Training is right for you? DM us or reach us at [email protected]

Thank you to everyone who is excited for this spooktacular event at the Y! To allow for proper social distancing, we have a limited capacity of timed tickets for trick-or-treaters and family members. All of our tickets have sold out and we are currently full! ... We hope you and your families have a safe, fun, and healthy Halloween this year!

Have a safe, fun, and socially-distant Halloween this year. Come trick-or-treat with us on our spooky trail that encircles our bootiful facility. Learn more about our event, health & safety plans, and how to register for this spooktacular event below!

Late Fall Programs are coming soon! All your favorites are back - with some cool new additions. Swim lessons, gymnastics, dance, sports, and more are here this season to keep you and your family active and engaged! . .... . Mark your calendars - registration opens Wednesday, October 14th! Take a peek early and browse our programs: Youth Sports @ https://philaymca.org/programs/youth-sports/ Swim Lessons @ https://philaymca.org/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons/ Arts & Humanities @ https://philaymca.org/programs/arts-humanities/

Who's ready for a beautiful Fall weekend?! We know we are! We have an all-star lineup of outdoor classes this weekend - guaranteed to get you movin' and leave you feeling strong. Saturday ... 7:30a - Outdoor Bootcamp 7:45a - Outdoor BodyStep 9:15a - Outdoor BodyCombat Sunday 9:15a - Outdoor Stretch & Relax 10:00a - Outdoor Sh'Bam 11:00a - Outdoor BodyCombat Check out our full schedule online or in our app! https://fal.cn/AmblerGroupExercise Outdoor classes are weather permitting

Fall is in the air and our Gobble Wobble 5K is right around the corner. Gather your turkeys and form a wobble squad... or take this turkey trot solo! You choose the course - you choose the time - we provide the swag! Best of all, proceeds help the Y's work in our community, including financial assistance.... Register early or form a team to save! Details