This Is Y

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.

This episode is about the Daystar program, which focuses on adults 22 years and older, who have developmental differences. The First Coast YMCA is the only YMCA in the country that has this program.

On this episode, we delve into how the First Coast YMCA supports healthy aging through its Active Older Adults classes and activities.

In this episode, we are talking about something that impacts nearly all of us in Northeast Florida... water safety. May is National Water Safety Month and it's important that everyone know about the resources the First Coast YMCA provides to make sure we all stay safe around and in water.

In this episode, we dive into the First Coast Games. We learn the details, history and purpose of the games, going into their 20th year now.

This episode is about how the First Coast YMCA serves the military community.

This episode highlights the YMCA's commitment to child safety through the Five Days of Action, a national campaign held this month, which is Child Abuse Prevention Month. This episode provides practical tools and guidance to help create safer spaces for kids.

In this episode of This is Y, we are talking about the fastest growing sport in the country... Pickleball. We'll tell you how you can get involved in this sport at the First Coast YMCA.

In this episode, we discuss the First Coast YMCA's commitment to family engagement, youth development and literacy.

In this episode, we dive into the exciting opportunities the First Coast YMCA offers teens and students. Listen to learn how you, or someone you know, can participate in these amazing programs!

In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the smart fitness solutions provided by the First Coast YMCA.

The YMCA has an incredible reputation for their swim programs and on this episode, we discuss the importance of being safe around water, and the programs the YMCA offers to children and adults.

Have you ever wondered about what it would be like to work at the YMCA? In this episode, we diver into the exciting career opportunities of the First Coast YMCA!

March is National Women's History Month so on this episode, we are celebrating the women of the First Coast YMCA and talking to two of the First Coast YMCA leaders.

This episode of This is Y focuses on the YMCA's Camp Immokalee.

This episode of This is Y focuses on one of the pillars that guides the YMCA... Healthy Living. This episode focuses on some of the programs at the Y like Healthy Aging, Livestrong & how the Y helps members deal with chronic diseases.

In this episode, we focus on one of the pillars that guides the YMCA... Social Responsibility. We specifically talk about the Together Against Hate series and the 2nd annual Racing Against Hate 5k.

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring success stories of Tiger Academy, a Northside school committed to academic excellence, character development, and shaping future leaders. We explore how its partnership with the Johnson Family YMCA, a cornerstone of the community since 1948, has created lasting opportunities for local youth. From its deep-rooted history to its vision for the future, the...

The third Monday of January has been termed ‘Blue Monday,’ but why? In this episode, we talk with First Coast YMCA’s Senior Director of Healthy Living Connie Smith to discuss why mental well-being is so important. She will also be joined by the Horschel Family and will explore their unique and long-standing partnership with the Y.

Youth Sports is an integral part of the Y’s history and just as important to its future. First Coast YMCA’s VP of Programs Candace Burrows and Associate Executive Director of the Winston Y Burt Cannon discuss the improvements made to this year’s program and why team sports are so important in early childhood development.

Join First Coast YMCA CEO Eric Mann, along with former FIS CEO, President and Chairman Gary Norcross, and North Florida Market President of Florida Blue Darnell Smith as we discover what makes Jacksonville’s health and wellness landscape so unique.