YMCA Membership Special

The Gateway Family YMCA is celebrating Membership Madness March 22–26 with a YMCA Membership Special open to all members of the community. New members who join The Gateway Family YMCA online at www.tgfymca.org/join-the-Y will pay No Joiner Fee AND get the Month of July for Free! As many individuals and families are beginning to feel the pressure of this past year, the YMCA provides programs and services with the goal of building community, developing youth and creating a safe experience.

“The effects of the global pandemic will be realized for years to come. Many individuals, families, seniors and youth have remained in social isolation, which can have a profound effect on mental health, depression and chronic disease progression,” stated Krystal R. Canady, CEO, The Gateway Family YMCA. “We are here for our community, and have been providing services 24 hours a day throughout the pandemic. Our goal is to continue to expand our outreach and services to partner with all who can benefit.”

The Gateway Family YMCA is open and offering programs including Group Exercise – virtual, indoor and outdoor programs like yoga and cycling, Youth Programs, Swimming – lap swimming, family swimming, swim lessons and swim team stroke clinic, Basketball for individuals and families, Child Care, Virtual Learning Spaces, Summer Day Camp, WISE Adult Services, Chronic Disease Management programs, Housing and Social Services.

“We understand that flexibility is important in our membership and program options, as everyone has their own comfort level for participation. At our Y branches and in programs, child care and housing facilities, safety is always our number one priority. We have safety procedures focused on capacity, social distancing and cleaning that are followed throughout our association. In addition, we’ve provided virtual programs and amenities throughout branches in Elizabeth, Rahway and Union to enable us to serve our community in a unique way,” stated Melynda A. Mileski, EVP, Chief Operating Officer.

The Y’s messaging includes the reminder that getting healthy as a family can be fun. In today’s busy society, health and family need to come first, and the Y is the perfect place to share healthy activities with loved ones. Not only do parents and caretakers need to remain healthy in order to help their family, but their actions also set an example for all members of their immediate and expanded family. The Gateway Family YMCA provides healthy activities and programs for all ages, allowing individuals or families to share experiences, meet health goals and improve their everyday lives.

In addition to YMCA programs and services, The Gateway Family YMCA shares information on their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/GatewayFamilyY for the community, highlighting healthy family tips, nutritious recipes and simple exercises. The YMCA is also offering Virtual Chronic Disease Self-Management programs like Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring and Diabetes Empowerment Education Program free of charge to the community at www.tgfymca.org