Member Spotlight: Clayton Ingram
Member Spotlight: Clayton Ingram
HIIT Class Participants. Carlton is pictured bottom, right.
Meet Clayton Ingram, a proud resident of the Earlewood neighborhood in downtown Columbia, SC, where he has spent most of his life. As the External Relations and Policy Manager for the South Carolina Housing Authority, Clayton is dedicated to serving his community. When he’s not at the YMCA, you’ll find him immersed in his hobbies—beekeeping, gardening, or cooking.
The YMCA Journey
In December 2023, Clayton decided it was time for a change. Feeling uncomfortable with his weight and overall health, he made the […]
2024 Prayer Breakfast
Join Us for a Breakfast of Faith and Community
Wednesday, November 20th | 7:30 AM
The YMCA of Columbia invites you to our annual Prayer Breakfast, a heartwarming event that brings together our community to celebrate faith and support those in need. This year’s breakfast will feature the inspiring Pastor Jeff Shipman as our keynote speaker.
Pastor Jeff Shipman is a renowned leader and the founder of Crossroads Church, a thriving congregation with over 1,000 weekly attendees. His journey is a testament to the power of faith and perseverance.
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Kate Heald’s YMCA Journey: A Silver Lining for Seniors
Kate Heald’s YMCA Journey: A Silver Lining for Seniors
Katherine ‘Kate’ Heald, a retired resident of Shandon, SC, has discovered a silver lining in her active older adult years: the YMCA. Encouraged by her husband, Heald joined the YMCA despite facing several orthopedic challenges. She quickly realized that the welcoming environment and tailored programs were the perfect fit for her needs.
Heald credits her trainer, the recumbent bikes, and the Active Older Adults class for helping her maintain a level of fitness and strength that she didn’t think was possible. The class offers a […]
Mudcat Swim Team – Special Offer!
The YMCA of Columbia Swim Club (Mudcats) is opening its doors to swimmers of all ages (4-18) with an incredible offer: one month of training absolutely free for all NEW swimmers! No hidden fees, no contracts, just pure aquatic fun and skill development.
WHY CHOOSE THE MUDCATS?
Championship-caliber coaching: Our USA Swimming certified coaches will refine your technique, boost your endurance, and guide you towards achieving your competitive goals.
Dual-sanctioned competition: Hone your skills and gain valuable experience by participating in both USA […]
Strengthening Families Program
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES PROGRAM (SFP)
Free for Families with a child 6-17 years of age.
Parents and children are invited to participate in a series of FREE interactive, fun, family nights! Any family with a child ages 6-17 years old can participate in this awesome 11 weekly session program to learn how to improve parenting skills and communication within the family.
Each session your family will receive a catered meal, and weekly incentives for interactive family fun throughout the week.
LEARN HOW TO:
- Prevent behavior problems
Pickleball Courts – General Information
Join us in the YMCA of Columbia for one of the fastest growing sports in the country! Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong. It is a great low impact, aerobic workout for all ages and ability levels. Available at 3 YMCA of Columbia locations!
OUTDOOR PICKLEBALL COURTS
Location: Jeep Rogers family YMCA (Lake Carolina)
When: Courts open at 8:00 am Monday-Saturday and 1:00 pm […]
