Passing on life lessons and a passion for basketball 

When Jessica Giffin first signed up her daughter for the 3rd/4th grade basketball at the YMCA of Metro Denver last year, she had no idea she’d fall into coaching the team. While she “accidentally” vol

Unleashing Confidence and Building Lasting Connections at YMCA Summer Camp

Summer camps offer children a unique opportunity to explore their interests, make lasting memories, and grow as individuals. Matilda's remarkable family talks about her discovery of a world of possibi

Arvada YMCA cycling class inspires students and instructor

When Victoria Cardenas came to Denver from Mexico City in 1997, there were two things she wanted to learn how to do. The first was to ride a bike, which she learned from her husband Francisco Cardenas

First Jobs Can Be the Gateway to Success

A great first job can have a big impact. Just ask Denverite Nicole Riehl. While Riehl is now President & CEO of Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC), she still distinctly remembers openi

Understanding the Impact and Inequity of Diabetes

November is National Diabetes Prevention Month. Throughout the month, the YMCA of Metro Denver is joining thousands of organizations across the country in bringing attention to diabetes.

Cancer Survivors Get Strong Physically and Mentally in the Livestrong Program

You can tell a friend about losing your hair or chemo, but if you haven’t been through it, it’s hard to understand. For Sandra, the Livestrong program gave her the chance to be with and talk to people