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What’s Happening at Townlake Y in March 2024

March 4, 2024|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

Let’s Move for a Better World Challenge

Make a difference. Join the movement.

Don’t miss the chance to support the fight against physical inactivity and increase motivation and attendance at your Y between March 12th-27th.

What’s the goal? 

We’re aiming to reach at least 1 million MOVEs as a facility by the end of the challenge. If we succeed, we’ll donate a Technogym Wellness Kit to

What’s Happening at Camp Moody in March 2024

March 4, 2024|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

Outdoor Summer Day Camp

Join us for 8 exciting weeks of day camp at YMCA Camp Moody this summer. This summer, campers will compete with their camp group for the weekly crown of Camp Champ! Your camper will immerse themselves in each week’s unique theme, enjoying their favorite Camp Moody activities and experiencing all the new activities that await!   

2024 Weekly Summer Camp Themes: 

June 10th – 14th           Pirates of Camp Moody

Empowering Healing: The Y’s Role in Trauma Treatment Support

February 26, 2024|Categories: Blog, YMCA Counseling|Tags: |

As we celebrate the last few days of Black History month we want to amplify Race-Based Traumatic Stress (RBTS), a mental health condition that speaks to the unique psychological and emotional distress that Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) suffer because of racism and discrimination.

These experiences can exist on a societal level like the murder of, African Americans like George Floyd. Community or local level aggressions comprise race-based traumas like teenagers being expelled from schools in your community for refusing to cut their dreadlocks.

Individual interactions, or microaggressions refer to specific experiences of racism, sexism, heterosexism, and nationalism. Examples may

Today’s Adventures, Tomorrow’s Stories!

February 14, 2024|Categories: Blog|

As summer approaches, parents, guardians and children are beginning to anticipate the adventures ahead. It’s a time filled with the promise of new experiences, friendships, and stories waiting to be written. At the Greater Austin YMCA, we understand the importance of curating timeless summer experiences that lounge in our memories long after the season fades.

As the days grow longer and the sun seemingly shines brighter, we welcome our favorite time of year: summer camp season! Laughter and connection will forge lifelong friendships, and stories will be etched into childhood memories. Because of this, families have trusted us with the special

Spring Fun for Everyone: See What the Y has in Store!

February 8, 2024|Categories: Blog, Family, Youth Development|

With the promise of Spring on the horizon, families are eagerly anticipating the chance to venture outdoors and craft new memories through exciting adventures. Perhaps you’re searching for stimulating spring break activities to keep your little ones engaged during their well-deserved break. Or maybe you’re interested in transforming physical fitness into a fun family pursuit. You might even be excited to witness your child’s creative talents flourish. Whatever your situation, the Y offers a diverse range of programs tailored to meet the needs of every member of your family!

Mark your calendars! Registration for our Spring programs opens on February 12th

What’s Happening at Camp Moody in February 2024

February 6, 2024|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

Outdoor Summer Day Camp

Join us this summer for eight exciting weeks of day camp at YMCA Camp Moody. Campers will compete with their camp group this summer for the weekly crown of Camp Champ. Your camper will immerse themselves in each week’s unique theme, enjoying their favorite Camp Moody activities and experiencing all the new activities awaiting them this summer!

2024 Weekly Summer Camp Themes: 

June 10th – 14th           Pirates of Camp Moody  

June 17th – 21st         

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