The Family Ymca

Programs: In 2017 the family ymca continued to provide numerous youth development programs in los alamos for youth and teens, as well as operated two teen centers with additional programming in both los alamos and espanola. Activities in 2017 provided close to a hundred different skill building programs, including: mentoring, tutoring, robotics, introductory soccer, volleyball, basketball and track; recreational youth volleyball, basketball, wrestling, sports conditioning, flag football, track, jujitsu, kickboxing, tae kwon do, fencing, basketball and soccer camps, dance classes, babysitter's first aid, youth climbing classes, y earth service corps summer and school-year service learning, healthy kids day, the children's independence day parade, numerous fitness classes and programs, leadership training and senior appreciation night. Through our youth and teen programs, we build individual, family and community strength by focusing on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. 1,920 teens were served this year.

the family ymca continues in its dedication to healthy living and nurturing personal potential through providing health focused opportunities in both educational and experiential settings. In 2017 we continued offering more than forty health programs to assist members in being active and to help them lead a healthy lifestyle. Classes offered included: diabetes prevention; six weeks to a healtheir you; personal nutrition counseling and physical training; as well as our annual family fun run and a new corporate wellness program a large array of fitness classes are offered and are taught by experienced, nationally certified fitness instructors. The family ymca continues to offer a place to learn skills, make friends, build self-efficacy and strengthen one's spirit, mind and body. 4,425 people were served this year.

in the area of social responsibility, the family ymca's child development and enrichment programs again in 2017 provided several programs that are sensitive to the individual needs of children and age-appropriate learning experiences that help each child develop to his or her fullest potential. Specifically, our programs offered children a base of warmth, security and continuity through various activities, such as engaging group games where honesty and fair play are reinforced and new projects that let them explore their creativity. We have successfully met the communities identified need for affordable childcare and enriching program opportunities for children. No child is turned away for the inability to pay. 1,731 children were served this year.