Program areas at Young Mens Christian Association Ashland
Health enhancement includes a wide range of programs promoting total health, including spirit, mind and body. These programs include fitness, youth sports, adult sports, rehabilitation, wellness education, aquatics, youth fitness and gymnastics. All the programs stress the value of prevention through a healthy lifestyle and health education. An estimated 15,000 men, women, teens, and children in the community have participated in ymca programs and enhanced their health and well-being. The programs are available to all regardless of age, race, sex, faith, ethnicity, ability, or religion. Dues and fees are based on community affordability, and financial assistance is available to those who cannot afford to pay the full cost to participate.
Youth development encompasses a variety of comprehensive programs including licensed childcare, preschool and school-aged childcare. These programs foster growth and development, help children develop moral and ethical behavior, self esteem, and give them a safe, nurturing place to play and grow. Because character development is an integral part of each program and service offered, children develop a foundation for future growth. Youth development programs serve about 250 youth and their families each day. The programs are available to all regardless of age, race, sex, faith, ethnicity, ability or religion. Dues and fees are based on community affordability, and financial assistance is available to those who cannot afford to pay the full cost to participate.
Camping programs offer a variety of camping experiences for youth throughout our community. Camping programs include day camps, sports camps, resident camps, outings, leadership training, and specialty camps. These programs provide wholesome learning, fun, exercise, environmental education, and appreciation of nature while fostering positive growth and development. The camping programs provided 1800 units of service representing approximately 1,000 children. The programs are available to all regardless of age, race, sex, faith, ethnicity, ability, or religion. Dues and fees are based on community affordability, and financial assistance is available to those who cannot afford to pay the full cost to participate.