You may have noticed that the heat and humidity in our YMCA at 570 York Street has been higher than normal during the recent heat wave. During the previous heat wave in June we had a motor failure on one of our air handling units. That motor will be replaced next week. The installation of
The Perfect Fix! Meet Angela Hopkins In the latter part of 2023, I was diagnosed with Familial Hypercholesterolemia, in other words, High Cholesterol. At only 45, I thought, as if, I'm too young for that! But, then started to think about my diet, 4 decades of a high sugar, highly processed, convenience foods,
Smiles All Around Who is who at the Y? Meet Jarrett Isherwood! . From Fredericton New Brunswick, our hometown hero, Jarrett is one of the newest additions to our Y Family here at 570 York St. . Originally, Jarrett started coming to the YMCA via a co-op placement through Fredericton High school, but
Warming up to Fitness Meet Natalie Parent Meet one of our outstanding Group Fitness Instructors, Natalie Parent! “I proudly refer to myself as an "adult on-set athlete": I barely passed phys ed and failed swimming lessons as a kid, but found a love for running, triathlon, and instructing Group Fitness as an
Mark Your Calendars for July! July 1: Canada Day - Holiday Hours 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at 570 York Street - Fredericton North is CLOSED - Start of the new membership promotion - Start of the July Fitness Challenge July 2 & 3: Launchpad for Women Entrepreneurs online Lunch & Learn 12:00 – 1:00
Along for the Ride Meet Lisa Wilsdon My story probably resonates with many out there. From growing up the biggest kid in class, to being bullied for my size and made fun of, to always being self conscious in my own skin. I’ve endured rough relationships and turned to food to cope
Mark your calendars for June! June 4: First Online meeting for Launchpad for Women Entrepreneurs June 10: Pre-registration for summer swimming lessons starts online at 7:00 a.m. June 11: Pre-registration for summer swimming lessons closes at 11:59 p.m. June 14: Registration for summer swimming lessons starts online at 7:00 a.m. June 15 - 21: Leisure
Since July 2020, the Fredericton YMCA has operated a weekly draw with a progressive 50/50 jackpot, which is currently hosted by All Nations Charity. This week we received word that All Nations Charity will be closing. For three and a half years, this jackpot draw has helped the YMCA to raise almost $50,000 for our
January 25, 2024 YMCA to Re-open Northside Location The YMCA of Fredericton is a place where everyone can be connected and feel a sense of belonging. The YMCA is a charity that believes that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential through the development of a healthy body, mind and spirit. With
Dear YMCA Members, I am writing to you to announce some important changes that will be coming to the YMCA in the near future. As you have likely observed, our facility at 570 York Street has been seeing a nice increase in attendance and usage by our membership. The additional traffic puts pressure on some
