On this episode, we’re diving into how healthy living is more than exercise — it’s about helping people thrive at every stage of life, no matter their diagnosis or fitness level. In this episode, we sit down with YMCA staff and members to discuss the life-changing impact of cancer support, recovery, and prevention programs. Plus, we’ll dive into chronic disease prevention programs — from diabetes and hypertension to weight loss — that reduce cancer risk and help members take control of their health.

This episode features Candace Burrows and Soni Robles from the First Coast YMCA and Dr. Leslie Kaplan from the University of North Florida as they discuss how the YMCA Reads program is impacting youth literacy in Northeast Florida, including through a strategic partnership with the University of North Florida’s Hicks Honors College.

In this episode, we celebrate the lasting impact of the First Coast Games (FCG) and the corporate partnerships that have made it thrive for over 20 years. Guests Tim Burrows (First Coast YMCA), Antuane Stevens (Mayo Clinic), and Patti Reed (JPMorgan Chase) share how their organizations have deepened their relationships with the FCYMCA through corporate partnerships. The First Coast YMCA believes corporate partnerships are vital to building a healthier, more connected first coast. By working together with local businesses and longstanding partners, the FCYMCA hopes to expand the reach of programs like the First Coast Games, strengthen existing relationships, and create a culture of wellness.

In this episode, we talk about the Military Back to School Bash happening at numerous branches of the First Coast YMCA on July 26 and the relationship the First Coast YMCA has with the military community in Jacksonville.

On this episode. we're exploring how the First Coast YMCA's youth sports programs positively influence children's mental health.

In this episode of This Is Y, we are talking about summer camp at the First Coast YMCA.

This episode focuses on a unique aspect of the Y... how it works with YMCAs in other countries as part of its global efforts.

In this episode, we dive into the power of personalized wellness through the First Coast YMCA's Personal Training program. From nationally certified experts to customized fitness plans, Y personal training is about meeting members where they are and helping them get where they want to go.

In this episode, we explore how the First Coast YMCA is empowering cancer survivors through the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. Through expert-guided physical activity, emotional support and community connection, this 12-week program offers cancer survivors-and their families-a path to healing

In this episode of This is Y, we are focusing on the James Weldon Johnson Family YMCA branch and its rich history. In addition, the branch has a special event coming up that we are discussing.