YMCA of the North Blog

Grilling fruit gives it a caramelized crunchy flavor that’s a real summer treat.

Burn calories and have fun with this high-energy cardio workout.

WCCO’s Reg Chapman talks to YMCA Camp and Outreach Director Niall Murton to discuss how the Y prepares campers for mosquitos.

The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation and the YMCA of the North partner to provide 6,200 free Y memberships to teens for the summer.

The YMCA of the North will host an urban Mississippi canoe journey for 40 youth in partnership with Wilderness Inquiry, Mississippi Park Connection, National Parks Conservation Association, National Park Service and Heartland Realty Tuesday, June 12.

Watch how local hunger relief nonprofit MATTER partnered with the YMCA and Chef Marshall to educate kids about healthy eating.

Thousands of youth entering grades nine through 12 across the metro will have free access to the Y’s health and wellness and youth enrichment programs all summer long

Learn how the YMCA offers 6,200 teens across the Twin Cities free memberships for the summer.

Watch how the YMCA offers 6,200 teens free summer memberships at all Twin Cities locations.

Discover how two teens from the YMCA Youth Intervention Services worked with Minnesota legislators to keep siblings together when placed in foster homes.

This Group Exercise class blends cutting-edge martial arts movements with energizing music.

How a young person has built athletic skills, friendships and more

The YMCA of the North presented Youth Thrive awards to 39 youth leaders across the metro area who have made an impact on their communities while demonstrating a commitment to the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and equity.

With low unemployment and employers looking for workers, discover how the Y helps employ teens looking for summer jobs.

As people head to the beach, the YMCA of the North is reminding people about how to stay safe in the water.

According to the USA Swimming Foundation and University of Memphis, two children die every day because of drowning.

Masseuse-free massage offers benefits after a workout or as active recovery.

The "Century Club Tour" is a challenge for families to bike 100 miles over 10 days. Watch Kris Laudien decided to join in on the fun.

CycleHealth will host the Century Club Tour challenge for families to bike 100 miles in 10 days between May 10-20.

Have a (figurative-only) blast at summer gatherings

With the opening of its George Wellbeing Center, the Gaviidae YMCA becomes the latest Twin Cities gym to offer tools for improving mental health alongside the physical.

Watch how the YMCA celebrates the opening of the Healthy Eating Kitchen at the North Community YMCA.

New George Wellbeing Center Developed With Penny and Bill George and George Family Foundation Strengthens Spirit, Mind, Body and Community

The ingredients in this salad are sturdy enough to stand up to batch preparation techniques—you can serve it for dinner and then eat it for lunch over the next several days.

This is a great breakfast if you don’t have time to cook in the morning. Assemble most of the ingredients in a portable container the night before, add the fruit in the morning, and you can be out the door in no time.

Strengthen your whole body with Core Conditioning Classes

Tip: One-container meals are simple to make, quick to clean up, and keep you nourished and feeling your best when you are short on time.

Learn about massage, acupuncture and other services at the new George Wellbeing Center

Kids and teens can develop and refine skills in Sports Training

Cargill Foundation Partners with YMCA on Minneapolis Kitchen for Youth and Families

A November 2017 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention projects 57 percent of US kids will be obese by age 35.

Fresh food is helping teach fresh habits about nutrition.

Move a little throughout the day to feel better

Today’s the day—start logging your notes and celebrating your progress

Resolve to work toward a better you with these easy tips

When was the last time you did something for the first time?

Whether it’s a special day, or you’ve reached a goal—take time for you

Self-reflection can help you to recognize the progress you make

Watch how the Jennifer Menk, Senior Director of Fitness for YMCA of the North demonstrates exercises that help deal with stress.

Watch over 700 youth from across the state of Minnesota participate in the 2018 Youth in Government Model United Nations.

The "Century Club Tour" is a challenge for families to bike 100 miles over 10 days. Watch Kris Laudien decided to join in on the fun.

The YMCA of the North will bring together nearly 800 students in grades 7-12 at Minnesota YMCA Youth in Government Model United Nations April 5–7.

In the United States, the percentage of children and adolescents affected by obesity has more than tripled since the 1970s.

Balance and Flex Together improves your stability, strength and focus.

Get our head-to-toe tips on preparing for the Y Run.

Spring into wellbeing with events and activities around the metro

For many parents, planning their kids' summer break is a mind-boggling affair.

Come for affordable swimming lessons, stay for the humanity

The YMCA of the North offers the community unique experiential learning and simulations on equity, diversity, inclusion and global realities in the new UnitedHealth Group Equity Innovation Center.

Fresh fruits and vegetables rich in color provide vital vitamins as well as minerals for energy and fiber for digestion.