Member Spotlight: For Edith and Sonia, showing up at the McGaw Y is better together. The two have been friends for more than a decade, and today, they spend much of their time at the Y, encouraging each other to stay active, try group fitness classes, and keep moving. Edith is a McGaw Y member, while Sonia visits through her Nationwide membership benefit. Their friendship has become an important part of their routines and a source of motivation to keep coming back. For Sonia, staying active has made a difference in the everyday moments that matter most. She can help her grandchild without pain, and can keep up when they play soccer. She’s also gained confidence in her ability to participate in fitness classes. Edith has felt changes, too. She has more energy, moves more easily, and feels better in her body. Just as important, Edith says, is how welcome

Member Spotlight: It’s time for another McGaw Y Member Spotlight! Meet Richard, one of our incredible longtime members who has been coming to the Y since 1957! His favorite activities include running, squash, yoga, and swimming. He first joined the Y as a boys club member in high school, where he loved Friday night dances. Years later, his son swam on the McGaw YMCA Swim Team from age 5 to 18, and he spent countless hours at practices and meets! Through these experiences, he made wonderful friends and connections with Y staff. Now, you can still find him swimming six days a week! We’re so grateful to have members like this who make the Y community so special!

Member Spotlight: Meet Brenda! She’s been a member of the McGaw YMCA for the last year or so and has been loving our Fitness Challenges, trying new things and staying motivated every step of the way! She enjoys the Y because it’s a warm, supportive community where people can reach their fitness goals. “All of my instructors have been amazing and very encouraging. The Y has made a difference in my fitness and health journey,” Brenda shares. Fun fact: Her kids and extended family have been attending Camp Echo for over 20 years, inspiring her to join the Y, too! Thanks for being such a valued part of our Y family, Brenda!