Social Connection Is a Key Part of Brain Health
Social connection supports brain health by reducing isolation and boosting mental, emotional, and physical well-being. YMCA programs help people stay active, engaged, and connected for healthier…
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Jun 25, 2026
Why Group Exercise Continues to Grow at the Y
YMCA group exercise is growing as classes offer guided, inclusive workouts that build confidence, consistency, and community, supporting physical and mental wellness for all ages and abilities.
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Jun 25, 2026
Confirming our Commitment to Summer Late Nights: Giving Kids a Safe Place to Be
YMCA Summer Late Nights offers Tacoma teens safe, fun evening spaces at local schools, fostering connection, confidence, and community all summer long.
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Jun 17, 2026
Hundreds of Students Cross the Finish Line at Sound to Narrows
Hundreds of students crossed the finish line at Sound to Narrows after weeks of training through Fit for Sound to Narrows, celebrating healthy habits, perseverance, and community support.
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Jun 16, 2026
How Fitness and Friendship Came Together at the Mel Korum Family YMCA
At the YMCA, John and Jono turned a chance weight-room meeting into a motivating friendship, helping each other improve health, build strength, and foster a supportive community.
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Jun 12, 2026
YMCA Welcomes Jean-Luc Pedanou as Executive Director of the Tom Taylor Family YMCA
YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties welcomes Jean-Luc Pedanou as Executive Director of Tom Taylor Family YMCA, bringing 20+ years of fitness leadership and a passion for community health and connection…
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Jun 12, 2026