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We asked our Fitness Manager, Casey McLain, a few questions about himself, his role at YMCA Mt Albert, and what it is like to be a part of the YMCA Family.

Onehunga War Memorial member Syam Sunder has had an incredible weight loss journey since starting out our gym in 2016, loosing nearly 17kgs. Find out what his motivation was, and how he accomplished his goal.

As a speaker and consultant on fitness and wellbeing, I'm frequently asked: "What is the best way to impact my children to lead a fit and healthy life?" My answer is always the same: "The best way to have fit and healthy kids, is to be a fit and healthy adult."

I know that exercising is good for me. It's not just that it helps to keep me strong - it also helps me clear my mind, relax a little, and balance out my busy days with a bit of space for just me on my own.

Being active with the kids has less structure to it. We just get out and do stuff because it feels good.

Whether your child's not sleeping well, misbehaving at school or lacks a little self-esteem, no doubt a friend or family member has said your child would benefit from exercising more. And chances are, they're probably right, but perhaps without knowing why.

So in case you've ever been offered this advice, here are some of the benefits of children exercising, which you might not know:

Meet John Hall our Pool Operations Manager. He has been working at YMCA Onehunga War Memorial Pool for over two years now. 

Get to know more about John and his weird fear of loud noises as a kid by clicking here.

For Josephine Lio, what started out as being a supportive friend by going to the gym resulted in her joining the YMCA Jumpstart programme, because she wanted to make a positive change in her life. Before starting the programme Josephine said she often made poor food choices, and didn’t stick to ideal portion sizes.

In October Seven Sharp covered one of our members and group fitness instructors who has been on an outright incredible journey.

During his last interview, Chris shared his goal with us. Sometimes it's the little things in life that matter the most, but Seven Sharp helped make it happen - click here to check the story out.

We are very pleased and proud to be able to share the exciting news from the NZ Exercise Industry Awards, on the weekend.

New Zealand’s most fit and energetic professionals were awarded for their efforts in helping motivate people to stay healthy and active at the annual New Zealand Exercise Industry Awards. The awards recognise professionals and organisations that have excelled in the fitness industry and demonstrated a notably positive impact on the lives of New Zealanders.

Few organisations can boast four wins at any awards ceremony, yet at the NZ Exercise Industry Awards, last weekend, YMCA Auckland enjoyed just that.

YMCA is super proud that our centres, our programmes and our people have been recognised at this year's Exercise Industry Awards

Kerry and John Edwards had just retired and were looking for a gym to join but never having been ‘gym people’ they weren’t sure where to begin. After a recommendation from a friend they ended up finding never2old at Jordan Rec Centre and found it was perfect for what they were wanting.

Eleven-year-old Manahal Arshad from Hay Park School has been coming to Cameron Pools for four weeks now as part of our GAAAP (Greater Auckland Aquatic Action Plan) Programme. The GAAAP programme is fully funded for targeted schools in the Auckland Region that provides swim and survive education lessons to students.