LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
our members, old and new, it is often a time of celebration and New Year’s resolutions to make and
keep. We welcome new faces to the Y, and invite you to learn more about who we are, and why
we’re here.
Many people think of us as a swim and gym - but the Y is not just a gym. We are a cause,
a community, and a common ground for everyone in Manatee County. We are a source of
make new friends, get involved with local service projects, and improve your life and well-being.
in collaboration with our Y partners in Puerto Rico and Cuba. We’ve also been handing out turkeys to those in need in
Pride Park; providing much-needed items and supplies through our Thrift Shop to local victims of domestic violence, natural
disasters, and others in need; and introducing our Stars for Pride Park program. We’ve expanded our SOAR program for
adults with special needs, and are always increasing and improving our Super Seniors programs, summer camps, youth sports,
swim lessons, and safe places before and after school. You will soon hear about our Annual Campaign to raise money for
these services and programs and more, and I hope you will join us in these efforts.
As you work to get healthy in 2018, we invite you to explore all the Y has to offer, not just for your body, but for your spirit
and mind as well. Let’s work together for a better us.
-Sean Allison
YMCA MISSION
To put Christian principles into practice through
programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
JOIN THE Y........................................2
GIVING BACK.....................................3
YOUTH & FAMILY............................4-8
AQUATICS....................................9-10
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE PROGRAMS........11
GROUP EXERCISE.............................12
SENIOR FITNESS..............................13
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION.............14
WHY THE “Y”
FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being.
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.