Healthy Living

At the YMCA of Greater Rochester, we believe that taking care of your body means more than just staying active — it’s also about staying safe.

ROCHESTER, NY – Every year, the YMCA of Greater Rochester helps thousands of children learn how to swim, but the need to learn isn’t limited to children. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than half of adults in the U.S. have never taken a formal swim lesson.

SPLASH WEEK The YMCA of Greater Rochester is proud to announce the return of Splash Week April 1-5.

RUNNIN’ OF THE GREEN! MARCH 15, 2025 For more than two decades, Runnin’ of the Green has been the race that served as the unofficial kickoff of the racing season.

Rochester, NY – The YMCA of Greater Rochester and University of Rochester Medicine are bringing the mobile mammography van to locations thro

 To help encourage and make sure our members, especially women 40 and older, are scheduling their mammograms and staying up to date on regular breast cancer s

Cancer touches most everyone we know. Whether it’s your own journey with a personal diagnosis, serving as a caregiver, or playing a role in a support system, we are not immune to the disease.

August is National Wellness Month — a time dedicated to focusing on self-care, creating healthy routines and setting wellness goals. At the YMCA, we understand that wellness is a journey that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional health. We’ve put together a few tips to help you lead a healthier and happier life! 

At the Y, we strive to create a culture of togetherness in pursuit of health and fitness.