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RUNNIN’ OF THE GREEN! MARCH 16, 2024   For more than two decades, Runnin’ of the Green has been the race that served as the unofficial kickoff of the racing season.

Cookies, cakes, and pies, oh my! The holiday season is back, bringing loved ones together once again. As cheery of a time as this can be, it can be easy to let your health and wellness be put on the back burner for good food, traveling, and catching up with friends and family.   

At the YMCA of Greater Rochester, we know how important it is to take a holistic approach to wellness, and that includes focusing as much on what we are putting into our bodies as we do what we do on the outside. That is why we are proud to team up with Wegmans to bring free, educational nutrition classes to our members. 

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us once again. So many gifts to get in so little time, all while figuring out what the “perfect” gift looks like for your loved ones. While you’re making your lists and checking them twice, we wanted to share a few ways that you can help us provide some relief to families in need this year.

Brett VanBoden, the Westside Family YMCA’s Aquatics Director, has become a triple threat; working professional, graduate student, and athlete.

If you think the Y is only a place to swim and exercise your body, you’re missing out on the many other fun activities to explore.

Embarking on a fitness journey can be daunting, especially for beginners. But worry not, the YMCA of Greater Rochester has a wealth of resources and activities specifically tailored for beginners to ease into the world of health and wellness. Use this to guide you through a range of beginner-friendly workouts that you can try here at the Y!

CANANDAIGUA, NY – The YMCA of Greater Rochester is proud to announce the grand opening of the Sands Family YMCA.

Rochester, NY - The YMCA of Greater Rochester officially opened the Maplewood Teen Center with support of Monroe County Executive Adam Bello thanks, in part, to the more than