Holiday Camps at the Rivers Edge Retreat
TRADITIONAL AND ADVENTURE CAMPS
Experience the Downtown YMCA’s Camps at Rivers Edge Retreat (1019 Garden Valley Ln, Columbia, SC 29210) this winter. Our exciting camp options offer a perfect blend of fun, learning, and adventure.
Traditional Day Camp is a winter wonderland filled with exciting activities, positive mentorship, and engaging experiences to keep your child entertained and active.
For a more adventurous experience, our Adventure Camp features themed field trips throughout the week. Making Spirits Bright camp allows children to learn carols, create festive crafts, and participate in community […]
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 […]
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
The More I Move, The More I Can Move
Member Spotlight: Meet Annette
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurological condition which manifests by slowness of movement and stiffness, among other symptoms. In 2016 the YMCA of Columbia, in a collaborative effort with members of the physical therapy community, created a pilot project, offering a class designed for Parkinson’s patients. The class includes stretching, strengthening, aerobic, and balance exercises, all of which address the physical issues of Parkinson’s Disease. The class has continued since that time and grown enough to be offered at several “Y” locations.
My name is Annette Francis, and I have participated in […]
Welcome, Lane! Downtown YMCA Sports Director
If you frequent the Downtown YMCA, you’ll recognize our new Sports Director – Lane Hein!
A native of Chapin, South Carolina, Lane has a lifelong connection to the outdoors and a passion for sports. From soccer and basketball to football and weightlifting, Lane has always embraced physical challenges and the camaraderie of team sports. These experiences instilled in him the value of discipline, teamwork, and goal setting.
Lane’s background may seem surprising, but his experience in the culinary world has been instrumental in his leadership approach. It honed his ability to lead with […]
Downtown Health and Wellness Coordinator, Kinley McDougald!
We’re thrilled to introduce Kinley McDougald, a new addition to our YMCA team!
A South Carolina native, Kinley thrives outdoors, whether tending her yard or soaking up sunshine by the lake.When she’s not working, you can find her spending quality time with family or staying active.
Kinley’s connection to the Y goes way back. It all started at her hometown YMCA, where she swam on the team in elementary school, enjoyed summer camps, and even landed her first job as a lifeguard. Throughout high school and college, she continued her Y journey, working […]
