{"id":40414,"date":"2022-12-20T09:55:09","date_gmt":"2022-12-20T14:55:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kennetttimes.com\/?p=40414"},"modified":"2022-12-20T10:00:24","modified_gmt":"2022-12-20T15:00:24","slug":"wmca-opens-all-branch-amenities-are-free-to-all-from-dec-26-dec-31","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kennetttimes.com\/?p=40414","title":{"rendered":"WMCA opens all branch amenities from Dec. 26 \u2013 Dec. 31"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_17350\" style=\"width: 360px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17350\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17350\" src=\"https:\/\/kennetttimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/2022-LCY-Downstairs-Lobby.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"212\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17350\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Welcome Desk at the Lionville Community YMCA, one of seven branches of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine that is welcoming Chester County residents and visitors to use branch amenities for free during the Gift of Health.<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"FluidPluginCopy elementToProof\">December is often associated with holiday celebrations, time with loved ones and exchanging gifts. This December, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has a special gift for the community \u2013 a gift that\u2019s rooted in health, wellness and fostering connection.<\/p>\n<p class=\"FluidPluginCopy elementToProof\">YGBW welcomes the whole community to use branch amenities for free during the Gift of Health. Chester County residents and visitors who are 18 years or older can use YGBW branch facilities for free from December 26 to December 31. Children under the age of 18 are welcome to visit with a responsible adult.<\/p>\n<p class=\"FluidPluginCopy elementToProof\">\u201cWe want the greater community to experience our community here at the Y,\u201d explains Kim Cavallero, Vice President of Membership for YGBW. \u201cBeing part of the Y is like being part of a big family.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"FluidPluginCopy elementToProof\">And, family is welcome during YGBW\u2019s Gift of Health. \u201cWe want the Y to feel like an extension of your home \u2013 like your backyard. So, if you have relatives visiting over the holidays, we invite you to bring them to the Y with you. Spend quality time on our indoor tracks or in group exercise classes,\u201d recommends Cavallero.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p class=\"FluidPluginCopy elementToProof\">The seven branches of YGBW offer a unique atmosphere that combines healthy living with a vibrant social community. \u201cMembers love the convenience of our locations across Chester County, our welcoming and non-intimidating atmosphere, the variety of amenities and experiences that we offer &#8211; and the friendships that they\u2019ve built or strengthened in our branches,\u201d continues Cavallero.<\/p>\n<p class=\"FluidPluginCopy elementToProof\">No matter your interest, you\u2019ll find something to love at the Y. Branch amenities range from indoor and outdoor pools, more than 40 indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, hundreds of group exercise classes, social groups and clubs for seniors and a variety of family-friendly events \u2013 all of which are included in membership. With branches in Coatesville, West Grove, Kennett Square, Exton, Berwyn and West Chester, there\u2019s a branch nearby for all Chester County residents.<\/p>\n<p class=\"FluidPluginCopy elementToProof\">To take advantage of YGBW\u2019s Gift of Health, bring a valid ID to the branch nearest you between December 26 and December 31.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>December is often associated with holiday celebrations, time with loved ones and exchanging gifts. This December, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has a special gift for the community \u2013 a gift that\u2019s rooted in health, wellness and fostering connection. 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