Middlesex Centre YMCA
1 Tunks Lane N0L1R0 Komoka, ON, Canada

We've reached the $15,000 mark! Get your tickets today! TICKETS: www.WinBigYMCA.ca

In line with the new measures announced this afternoon by the province, all our Health and Fitness branches will be closed as of Saturday, April 3rd at 12:01am.

Join us for a one-day session to earn your babysitting certificate. We still have some spots open for this Saturday's babysitting course! We will review caring for children 3 months school age, dealing with behaviors, handling emergencies, and caring for an injured or sick child. The course will also cover basic First Aid and participants will be tested at the end so that they can receive the babysitting course certification. Register at the link below!

Meet Margery and Maame - 2 of the 8 2021 YMCA Women of Excellence honourees. Dr. Margery Holman, Sport, Fitness & Recreation, is recognized as a trailblazer in Sport as a coach, official, and academic. She has been called on nationally and internationally for her expertise and advocacy regarding challenges and opportunities for women in this field. Maame De-Heer, Young Woman of Excellence, is recognized for her commitment, achievement, and leadership in providing young women in low-income settings the tools for success, as well as serving as a role model for many young Black women. Celebrate with us on May 19th - more info at womenofexcellence.ca

TODAY is the last day to get your 50/50 tickets! Our pot has been growing over the last few days and we expect it to grow even more in the final few hours! Get your tickets at www.WinBigYMCA.ca!

We held our final early bird draw last night and our lucky winner is ticket A-3927472! You have until TOMORROW night to get your tickets for our grand prize! Our jackpot is currently sitting at over $21,000! TICKETS: www.WinBigYMCA.ca

The Y is so excited to 'gather' and celebrate 8 remarkable women this evening! Our first ever VIRTUAL YMCA Women of Excellence Awards are being held tonight beginning at 6pm! Thank you to everyone who is able to join us. We can't wait! #woe2021

Happy Mother's Day to all of our YMCA moms out there! We can't wait to see you again.

Meet Aruna, Kyle and Elana - 3 of the 8 2021 YMCA Women of Excellence honourees. Aruna is recognized as a skilled and effective human rights advocate, a catalyst for positive impact locally, nationally, and internationally, and lives by the responsibility to leave our world a better place. Kyle MacDonald, Entrepreneurs, is recognized as a powerful example for female entrepreneurs shattering barriers in the tech industry, revolutionizing self-service banking, and for her commi...tment as a mentor and employer to hundreds. Elana Johnson, Health, Science & Technology, is recognized for her leadership in midwifery, gaining official recognition for the profession under the Regulated Health Professions Act, and her ongoing community efforts to improve the lives of children and youth. Celebrate with us on May 19th - more info at womenofexcellence.ca See more

Today is the last day to purchase tickets and be entered to win a TagHeuer Aquaracer watch valued at over $3450! This would make a great Father's Day present coming up! TICKETS: www.WinBigYMCA.ca

On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia we stand in opposition to hatred & violence against 2SLGBTQ+ people. We are proud to support diversity & inclusion, from our colleagues to the communities we serve. Everyone is welcome at the Y. #IDAHOBIT2021

We hope that you have a great weekend and we can't wait to see you (virtually) next week! REGISTER: https://www.ymcaswo.ca/group-exercise-schedules

When there’s an opportunity to celebrate the good happening in our region, we want to share it with you! That’s why we are giving away a limited number of virtual access tickets to the YMCA Women of Excellence Awards on May 19th. Join a crowd of over 600 online as we celebrate 8 incredible honourees making an impact in Southwestern Ontario. Fill out this quick form for your chance to attend this inspiring event. We miss our Y community and would love to see you there Learn more about the event at www.ymcaswo.ca/women-excellence

In accordance with provincial government regulations, we will temporarily be closing our branches, as of Saturday, December 26 for a minimum of 28 days. You can find out more information at the link below.

Virtual family cooking is underway!!! If you weren't able to join us this time we hope you can for our next event! Check out Rebecca in the kitchen and Ryann and her daddy cooking with us from home!

Boot Camp is on!!

As 2020 nears an end, we wanted to take a moment to thank our donors, members and community for supporting the Y as a charity this year. We are excited to share our first Gratitude Report with you! https://www.ymcaswo.ca//Gratitude%20Report%202020_Final%20

Today is National Trivia Day so here is some Y trivia! Where was the first YMCA located in North America? You can find out all about it here!

Although our branches might be closed, you can still access great YMCA programming through our YMCA at Home platform! Check it out! VISIT: https://www.ymcahome.ca/yfitness

Today, the London-Middlesex region has entered the 'Red Level of the Provincial Covid-19 Response Framework'. As such, there are additional safety measures which we will be activating until further notice. Click on the link below for more information. INFO: https://www.ymcaswo.ca//health-fitness-red-level-info-what

Today is National Personal Trainer Awareness Day! Let's give a shoutout to all of our Health and Wellness Coaches!

November 20th is Transgender Day of Remembrance. At the YMCA we are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for everyone and we hope that you will join us in observing this day.

Giving Tuesday is next week! A day to give to a cause you care about and support your favourite charities. This year, you can help your Y respond to the changing needs during COVID-19 and to help our community recover. Together. Learn more at https://www.ymcaswo.ca/donate-now

Happy New Year to all of our Y Members! We miss all of you and can't wait to come back for a safe and healthy 2021!

ICYMI: Our region will be moving to a Red Zone on Monday. Find out how that will affect your branch at the link below. INFO: https://www.ymcaswo.ca//health-fitness-red-level-info-what

With today's announcement moving the London-Middlesex region to the 'Red Level of the Provincial Covid-19 Response Framework' starting on Monday, there are a few extra health and safety precautions we are putting into place starting next week. Starting on Monday, members will need to pre-register before arriving to use the fitness floor/workout (and as before for group fitness). Registration will open beginning on Saturday morning at 10:00am. The online portal will be viewable at 7:00am. More information, including a step-by-step guide on how to register, is available at the link below. INFO: https://www.ymcaswo.ca//health-fitness-red-level-info-what

2 spots for this mornings group power at 10 am have opened up. Call Mel at the branch to register 519-601-70332 spots for this mornings group power at 10 am have opened up. Call Mel at the branch to register 519-601-7033

We’re calling our community back and welcoming anyone who wants to join one of the largest fitness networks in Canada. It’s time to #ReuniteWithTheYMCA! We are now open!

Today is National Go for a Ride Day! Why not come visit us and take a spin on our fitness floor?!

There may be some things we can’t do right now, but there is also so much we CAN do! Be an advocate for peace and make a difference. Choose a cause you care about and take action! Sign a petition, donate, volunteer, or support a local business - the options are endless... #YMCAPeaceWeek #actforpeace

Happy Hanukkah!

Help us spread the message of peace and inclusivity in our communities, and share some joy! Create these beautiful paper cranes, symbolizing peace, and display them in a window for everyone to enjoy. Follow our activity guide here: https://bit.ly/3nrECmm #YMCAPeaceWeek

Did you know today is the 20th annual Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day? The YMCA congratulates our Child Care Workers and Early Childhood Educators for all they have accomplished this year, and deeply respects their continued dedication to children and families. We invite families to send a special note to your centre’s educators today to let them know you appreciate the role they play in the development of your child. #ThankAnEducator Read more about our incredible Children's Educational Services staff: https://ymcaswo.ca//y-celebrates-child-care-workers-and-ea

We are pleased to share that our Y was selected by Canadian Tire Jumpstart to receive a grant from their Sport Relief Fund. The fund helps community sport organizations like ours continue to provide access to sport and play for Canadian kids. This grant will go a long way towards helping us to respond to the changing needs of our community during COVID-19! #SportReliefFund

if you love the feeling of getting a letter or postcard in your mailbox . Never underestimate the power of a handwritten note! Write a letter, send a compliment card, or reach out to someone who might be struggling right now. It will go a long way to help people feel connected and like they belong. #actforpeace #YMCAPeaceWeek

We have an amazing surprise for you - a full 45-minute yoga class in honour of #YMCAPeaceWeek! Peace starts with YOU. We all need to make time for self-care so we can better serve others. Join us for this peaceful yoga session with Y staff Mellissa. See you on the mat!

Good evening members! With new health and safety measures across multiple regions in Ontario, we want to share that we have updated our policies and procedures to provide our members with the safest experience possible. As of October 24, fitness & aquafit class sizes will be reduced to a maximum of 10 people (including the instructor) and members will maintain a 3m distance from others - a friendly reminder to please book your classes in advance to maintain these capacities. As well, instructors will wear masks while providing instruction during fitness classes. For additional information on how we are helping keeping our communities safe, please visit: ymcaswo.ca/covid-19-hfa

Like if you could use this with your kids right now! Kindness and empathy are nurtured in the home. What’s a fun way to encourage this with your family? Make a kindness tree. Every time someone performs a kind act, add a leaf to the tree and watch it grow! Follow our activity guide: https://bit.ly/3fcRmuo #ymcapeaceweek

What is YMAP? YMAP is a YMCA Integration & Leadership Program - Mapping the Way for Newcomer Youth. YMAP's main goal is to provide support and enrichment opportunities for newcomer youth to ease the adjustment to Canadian life. Visit https://ymcaswo.ca/programs/community/newcomer-youth for more information today!

With the Fall upon us, we want to take a moment and express our gratitude to our donors for supporting the Y during this unexpected year. Because of this generous support, we were able to pivot and adapt to address the new reality faced by our members and participants. You are helping us build a vibrant, healthy, and inclusive community. THANK YOU!

Welcome back Group Groove! Class tonight at 6:30pm Register in your portal barcode 183845 or call the branch to book your spot https://youtu.be/XA35UDuwboA

Register through your portal or call the branch. Every Thursday at 7am registration opens for the coming week. We look forward to seeing you!

Check out our new class setup! All classes are now held in the gymnasium. Every participant has their own space to workout!

Taking care of our Mental Health is an important part of living a healthy, active life. YMCA at Home offers virtual health and wellbeing activities that can be accessed anytime and anywhere. During #MIAW20, dedicate 10 minutes to one of the activities and your Mental Health, like our Y Wellness Series! Visit our website to access and learn more: https://ymcaswo.ca/virtual-y

LAST DAY FOR NOMINATIONS! The YMCA was proud to honour Sosina Tilahun, a youth leader, with a YMCA Peace Medal in 2019. Sosina recognized a need in her neighbourhood and created a program called Youth Connect (YC) that helped to foster academic excellence and encourage community engagement. Sosina voluntarily created this program that not only gives youth an opportunity to connect with others in a safe space, but it is also keeping some of them off the streets and away from negative influences. Sosina is creating real change and contributing to a healthier and more peaceful community. NOMINATE A PEACEMAKER TODAY! https://ymcacomms.typeform.com/to/i4QGDT5U

On #OrangeShirtDay, we honour & commemorate residential school survivors. We also reaffirm our commitment to building strong communities where #EveryChildMatters & to the ongoing process of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and communities in Canada.

Meet Brian. Brian was awarded a YMCA Peace Medal in 2018. Brian is active in his community working with individuals & youth to promote positive relationship-building skills. Brian is also a strong advocate for women’s rights, the environment and global equality. While Brian has his own counselling practice, many of his clients are pro-bono. Brian has also been a guiding force in the lives of youth through his 20 years of foster parenting. Do you know someone like Brian? Nominations close tomorrow. Nominate a 'Brian' today! https://ymcacomms.typeform.com/to/i4QGDT5U

Since being diagnosed with Epilepsy at 2 years old, Ava has not gone 12 hours without a seizure. She has donated her birthday money, sold keychains, and raised funds to purchase special monitors and anti-suffocation pillows for Epilepsy warriors like herself. Ava was 7 years old when she awarded a YMCA Peace Medal as she inspires our community to thrive, be selfless, and show that anyone can overcome any situation. Do you know someone in your community like Ava? Nominate them for a YMCA Peace Medal by September 30. #actforpeace https://ymcacomms.typeform.com/to/i4QGDT5U

Have you taken a look at our YMCA Member All Access platform? You can receive countless resources including our YThrive exercise program. Jump into Fall with the new October launch workouts available October 1st 2020! Visit https://www.ymcahome.ca/member for more information. You’ll need a password to sign in. During your next time in the branch, stop by the front desk to ask our friendly staff team and we would be happy to share it with you! We can’t wait to see you!