February 2020 | YMCA Express at Gainsboro
The YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is a powerful
movement of people dedicated to strengthening our
community by nurturing the potential of children and
teens, improving our nation’s health and well being and
giving back to support our neighbors.
With the help of our gracious donors, we are able to
make programs and services accessible to all. We
deepen our impact as we transform lives for the better,
and you can help make this possible.
MEMBERSHIP
SPRING PROGRAM REGISTRATION
IS NOW OPEN!
The cold winter months are coming to an end, and we are gearing up for spring with some fun new programs, classes and events
for all ages and abilities!
Healthy Habits Challenge

February 1-29

Fall in love with our group exercise classes and create healthy habits along the way. Log 14 workouts
(group exercise classes only) during the challenge for a chance to win a prize.
Member Spotlight-
Rodney Pattenson

"Before I came to the Gainsboro YMCA, I was out of shape and taking medication for cholesterol and high blood pressure. I am proud to say that at the age of 62, after going to the Y for over three years now, I am off all medications, I can ride the stationary bike 5 miles in 15 minutes, and can run 5 miles on the treadmill in 50 minutes!
The Gainsboro YMCA is a place of camaraderie and teamwork, where members help, support other members. It is a neighborhood Y that is very convenient, and usually there are no big crowds."  
TEACHING KITCHEN
Adult Cooking Series

Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate!

Feb 13
Th 6:00-7:30 pm
FREE!

Valentine’s Day and chocolate go hand-in-hand. Considered an herb, cocoa finds its way into savory meals, spectacular desserts and warming hot cocoa. We’ll explore chocolate, make the best brownies you ever tasted (naturally gluten free) and sip hot cocoa!
WELLNESS
American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED Certification Course

Feb 19
Wed 1:00-3:00pm
M: $65/ NM: $75

These courses are designed to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency situation with skills that can save a life. Participants must register by the Friday preceding the scheduled class date and complete the online course component before arriving to class.
Group X Challenge

Challenge runs February 10 - March 22!

Heat things up this winter by participating in our Group X Challenge! This is a 6-week challenge where you'll get more energy, more strength, and more endurance all while building relationships and forming healthy habits. Plus, we'll be giving away weekly prizes!
YOUTH AND FAMILY
Summer Camp Registration Is Now Open!

Welcome To Y Summer Camp, where kids go to discover, explore, be challenged and adventurous! Y Camp activities create a foundation for building emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills in your child and are led by caring and trained youth developers!
Little Chefs

Feb 8: Sweet Treats
Feb 22: Stuff On Sticks & Dips

Sa 10:00-11:00 am
M: $5 per workshop
NM: $6 per workshop

Our future chefs will explore how to prepare delicious food items utilizing harvested vegetables and fruits from our community garden. This plot to plate process will develop fundamental culinary skills such as: knife skills, sauteing, roasting, braising, baking and fresh preparations that will highlight the importance of healthy eating and
a healthy lifestyle!
OUR MISSION: Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Connect With Us