The YMCA of Metro North and Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers have come together to support individuals of all abilities in leading active, healthy lives through participation in adaptive sports and recreational activities. For the second year wheelchair basketball is launching at the Torigian Family YMCA in Peabody. The league runs every Wednesday night from 6:00pm-7:30pm starting […]
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It’s that time of year again, race season is almost upon us! What better way to take advantage of longer days than getting outside for a walk or run? Some of us may be dusting off our running shoes that have been cast aside in the back of the closet during a long winter. As […]
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See the Results! Over 50 people came out to participate in the 6th Annual Indoor Triathlon on Saturday, February 23rd hosted by the Melrose and Torigian Family YMCAs. Seven waves of participants started with a 10 minute swim, moved on to a 30 minute bike and concluded with a 20 minute run. The top finishers […]
Full StoryIn December of 2018, the YMCA of Metro North was awarded one of 13 grants awards from the Attorney General Maura Healey’s office as part of $3 million in funding under a new grant program focused on addressing the social determinants of health, including nutrition, safe housing, violence prevention, and substance use, all of which […]
Full StoryThe Saugus YMCA has been awarded a $20,000 grant from YUSA for the “Healthy Weight and Your Child” program. This 15-week program incorporates three components – healthy eating, physical activity and family. It has been discovered that family dynamics play a critical role in the choices youth make regarding diet and nutrition. “We are excited […]
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