YMCA Blog

LIFEGAURD ON DUTY: JOE CRUSE

“Everyone that steps into this pool is my responsibility,” says Southeastern Indiana YMCA Lifeguard, Joe Cruse. “Before I became a lifeguard, I thought it was mostly just sitting around, but after going through training and working at the Y, I take my job very seriously.” Cruse has been a swimmer all his life, participating in…

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FINDING HER PEOPLE: LAURA SIPPEL

“Last July a friend of mine invited me to go to the Y and join her Tuesday morning workout group at 6:00 am. At first I was very intimidated. What is a man-maker exercise? I had no idea! But the cool thing was, everyone I met had their own story to share with me. Everyone…

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Group Exercise “PINK WEEK”

Think pink and join our group exercise instructors in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness the week of October3-8. Non-members are welcome to try a group exercise for free! Let’s stay healthy together! (aquatics classes not included)View our group exercise schedule here: Group Exercise Schedule

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Virtual Classes on our FB Page

Like and follow the Southeastern Indiana YMCA on Facebook. Click Here. Our very own group exercises instructors are regularly posting virtual classes for you to do in the comfort of your own home. Enjoy classes from Nikki, Laura, Mayra, and more. Also find little challenges courtesy of our Wellness Director, Jacob Garvin!

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Thank you for your member support.

The Y currently has shifted fitness services to virtual options to keep the community active and engaged while at home.  We are also financially supporting our 100 staff during this difficult time to lessen the impact on these individuals, their families and the economy. On April 13th we will begin providing much needed child care to our medical professionals and…

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Safe Sitter Training: Saturday, April 6

The one-day Safe Sitter program prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Fee: $40. Register on this website under Programs, or call the Welcome Center Desk at 812-934-6006. Questions? Contact Karen Moore at kmoore@siymca.org Breakfast and lunch are included! Class from 9 am- 3 pm Safe Sitter…

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Pickleball Tournament: Friday & Saturday, March 1st-2nd

Have fun playing with a partner in this doubles tournament for all abilities. Register in one of three divisions: mens, womens, or mixed doubles. Mixed doubles wil play Friday Evening. Must have a partner to register. For ages 16+. Fee: $40 per team. Questions? Contact Jacob Garvin at jgarvin@siymca.org or 812-934-6006.   Thank you event…

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