THE VALLEY OF THE SUN YMCA’S IMPACT IS FELT EVERY DAY ACROSS ARIZONA.
At the Y, strengthening our community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child, and when a community comes together for the common good. We help youth, adults, and families from all walks of life reach their goals and contribute to solutions that improve communities. We believe that goodness truly begins here at Valley of the Sun YMCA.
Father’s Day and The YMCA: A History
By Hampton Peterson & Mercedes Heetland As Father’s Day approaches, let’s take a moment to celebrate and honor the dads and father figures who hold a significant place in our lives. Interestingly, Father’s Day has an intriguing connection to the YMCA. In this blog post, we’ll embark on a journey back in time to explore […]
DIVE INTO SUMMER WITH THE “ABCs” OF WATER SAFETY – By Shelbi Schmidt & JT Turner Get ready to beat the heat and dive into fun this summer! With endless options for aquatic adventures, from backyard pool parties to thrilling trips to the beach, everyone enjoys the opportunity to make a splash and cool off. […]
My husband George and I used to go to a couple different gyms together. We did this to stay active and recover from injuries. But we were traveling frequently and the exercise habits slowly slipped away.
When we first moved out to Arizona exactly 2 years ago, I kept telling myself we needed to find a gym right away. We lived overseas for two assignments in a row, so I was pretty excited to get back to America and find a nice gym for our entire family! In Japan, my husband and I worked out at the gym on base, and in Italy a gym is still kind of a luxury.
