YMCA of Greater Indianapolis

striking back at adversity.

Name:

Stephanie

Age:

YMCA Member Since:

2004

When Stephanie was diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxia, an inherited disease that affects the muscles and heart, she could’ve easily let her condition keep her down. Instead, she’s fighting it head-on by staying active. Stephanie has found a welcoming, supportive community at the Y, and says she works out not only for herself—but also to inspire others. (Mission accomplished.)

Cardio / Weight Room

Build muscle. Build endurance. It all starts here.

Walk Campaign

Take steps for a good cause.

Marketing Board

Give back by helping us get the word out.

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being a better mom.

Name:

Erin

Age:

YMCA Member Since:

2004

Too many people think of exercising as something you do solely for yourself. In truth, staying healthy also lets you do more for the people around you. Exhibit A: Erin. Her rigorous workout regimen (she’s competed in triathlons and marathons) gives her the energy to keep up with her three (very energetic) children. As she says, knowingly, “If mama isn’t happy, no one is happy.”

Group Exercise

Get in shape fast with one of the many fun-filled classes.

Child Watch

Get yourself some You Time.

Personal Training

Maximum attention. Maximum results.

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closing the generation gap.

Name:

Julie

Age:

YMCA Member Since:

2004

Ask virtually any parent, and they’ll tell you that “staying healthy” and “spending time with the kids” are two goals at the top of their list. Fortunately, Julie and her ten year-old son have a way to do both. At the YMCA, they’ve discovered a place they can stay active together—finding not only a healthy, nurturing environment, but also a common ground.

Strength and Endurance Class

The name pretty much says it all.

Y For All Annual Giving Campaign

Help us break down barriers and build up a community.

Spinning Class

Put the pedal to the metal.

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never saying never.

Name:

Serita

Age:

YMCA Member Since:

2007

Serita, like millions of other adults who never learned how to swim, always wondered if she’d missed her chance. However, since joining the Y, she’s tackled everything from Hip-Hop Aerobics to Zumba, losing ten pounds in the process. And, just as importantly, she’s mustered up the courage to finally take swim lessons—showing it’s never too late to jump in.

Zumba

Feel the rhythm. Feel the burn.

Hip-Hop Aerobics

Sweat to the not-so-oldies.

Water Aerobics

In the water, no one can see you sweat.

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not acting your age.

Name:

Lora

Age:

100

YMCA Member Since:

1974

To those who think they’re too old to be active: Sorry to burst your bubble. Lora may be 100 years young, but she still does Yoga and spends the warmer months swimming at her local YMCA (8 laps, in case you were wondering). It’s this kind of activity that she and her doctors credit for her continued good health. Lora is proof positive that age really is just a number.

Swimming

Dive in for a total body workout.

Silver Sneakers Program

Stay young by staying active.

Yoga

Gain strength and flexibility. Inner peace optional.

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unplugging this summer.

Name:

Olivia

Age:

YMCA Member Since:

2006

Summer. For some kids it means an uninterrupted smorgasbord of TV, video games and...more TV. For Olivia and her siblings Jacob and Hannah, it means swimming, horseback riding and rock climbing—to name just a few of the things they do every year at camp. They’re having so much fun, we’re tempted not to tell them they’re also learning values and skills that’ll last a lifetime.

Flat Rock River YMCA Summer Camp

Pack your bags for a lifetime of memories.

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never slowing down.

Name:

Moses

Age:

YMCA Member Since:

2006

It would have been easy for Moses to dial back his active lifestyle. A history of running marathons had taken its toll on his knees, and he was now facing a lengthy period of physical therapy. Instead, Moses turned to the Y, building back his strength with the help of our bikes, weight machines—and community. He was soon able to end his therapy, proving you can’t keep a good man (sitting) down.