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Greater Kansas City YMCA Events

LIVESTRONG Alumni Program

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Olathe Family YMCA
21400 W 153rd St, Olathe, KS 66061

This Alumni Program is for LIVESTRONG participants who have already completed the 12 week initial program once. Alumni can elect to do the program a second time either for FREE as a member, or at $60 as a community participant. All participants must be approved by Jessi Davis to enroll, registration closes February 2.

(NASM) Personal Training Certification

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Training and Certification

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North Kansas City YMCA
1999 Iron Street, North Kansas City, MO 64116

Ready for new career in health and wellness? Want to start your own personal training services? The Y offers Certified Personal Training (CPT) instruction, accredited through NASM that can help you become a nationally-certified trainer. Becoming a CPT can lead to rewarding work in health and fitness, helping make a difference in people’s lives. Register by March 12, 2024. 

Class is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Water Egg Hunt

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Youth and Family Events

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Bonner Springs Family YMCA
2251 S 138th St, Bonner Springs, KS 66012

Come bring the kiddos to hunt for eggs in the warm water pool to get in the Easter spirit! A fun activity for families to enjoy with three open timeslots between 1:00 - 2:30 pm. All participants must pass a swim test or wear a life jacket, and children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

Lazy Man Triathlon

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Atchison Family YMCA
321 Commercial St, Atchison, KS 66002

The Lazy Man Triathlon is a month-long challenge for everyone! Participants will have the opportunity to complete a full IRONMAN throughout the course of April.

  • Swimming 2.4 miles
  • Biking 112 miles
  • Running 26.2 miles
  • All at your own pace and in your own time
A shirt will be rewarded to participants who finish the challenge by April 30th. Tracking sheets will be available at the Atchison YMCA. 
 
Registration is $25 for Y members and $35 for community participants. Registration also includes a t-shirt and two free InBody scans!

AOA Movie Day "The Boys in the Boat"

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Active Older Adult Events

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Olathe Family YMCA
21400 W 153rd St, Olathe, KS 66061

Join your friends to watch the 2023 film The Boys in the Boat. The triumphant underdog story of the University of Washington men's rowing team, who stunned the world by winning gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drink, popcorn will be provided. Space is limited to 18 for this showing so register early at the Welcome Center or online. This event is FREE.

AOA Book Club "The Patron Saint of Second Chances"

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Active Older Adult Events

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Olathe Family YMCA
21400 W 153rd St, Olathe, KS 66061
The book club will discuss The Patron Saint of Second Chances, by Christine Simon. The self-appointed mayor of a tiny Italian village is determined to save his hometown no matter the cost in this charming, hilarious and heartwarming debut novel.
 
Vacuum repairman and self-appointed mayor of Prometto, Italy (population 212) Signor Speranza has a conundrum. Unless he can come up with 70,000 euros to fix the town’s pipes, the water commission will shut off the water to the village and all its residents will be forced to disperse. So, in a bid to boost tourism—and revenue—he spreads a harmless rumor that movie star Dante Rinaldi will be filming his next project nearby.
 
You are welcomed to bring your lunch or snacks, and guests are always welcome. Participants must bring their own copy of The Patron Saint of Second Chances.

American Red Cross Babysitter's Training

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Training and Certification

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Cleaver Family YMCA
7000 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64131

Red Cross Babysitter's Training provides youth who plan to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. This training helps participants learn leadership skills, how to develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe and help children behave. The recommended age for this course is 11-15 years old. The training also includes Red Cross First Aid certification.

New Theatre & Restaurant: Elvis: Aloha from Vegas

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Active Older Adult Events

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Olathe Family YMCA
New Theatre & Restaurant, 9229 Foster Street, Overland Park, KS 66212

Elvis: Aloha from Vegas traces The King's journey through the '70s. It was a period of reinvention, kicking off a seven-year annual residency at the International Hotel in Las Vegas, running through the sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden, and culminating in a historic international live satellite broadcast from Hawaii, all set to unforgettable songs like "Burning Love," "Suspicious Minds," and of course, "Can't Help Falling in Love."

Cost per ticket is $39 if paid by March 17; $44 thereafter. Price includes a generous meal and show; choice of coffee, tea or soft drink; $2 drink gratuity; and staff escort. Transportation is on your own; parking is free. Payment secures your ticket. Y members are welcomed to invite friends and family to join them. No refunds after March 17.

Lunch and Learn - Cardiopulmonary and Cardiovascular Health

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Active Older Adult Events

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Olathe Family YMCA
21400 W 153rd St, Olathe, KS 66061
Join us for a lunch and learn to discuss cardiopulmonary and cardiovascular health. Jacob Campbell will share important factors to consider to lead a healthy life. Cardiopulmonary / vascular endurance can fluctuate throughout your life, either positively or negatively. Multiple health issues or comorbidities can impact cardiopulmonary / vascular health resulting in fatigue, shortness of breath, reliance on supplemental o2 etc. Common comorbidities include high blood pressure, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease etc. The cardiopulmonary / vascular programming at The Healthcare Resort of Olathe offers in-depth education to stay active, warning signs related to poor cardiopulmonary/ vascular health, compensatory strategies related to exercise dosage / prescription and clinical based exercises with clinician expertise to supervise interventions to maximize your overall health and to take charge of your health! Lunch will be provided.
 
**To receive a lunch, though, you must sign up by 4/16**
 
You can sign up at the Welcome Center by calling (913) 393-9622. If you have an online YMCA account, you can also register online.

Miles Masters Run to Renew 5K Training

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Platte County South (Parkville)
8875 Clark Ave, Parkville, MO 64152
The Mile Masters program is a 6-week adult, training group focused on training for the Hospital Hill 5K race. Led by a certified personal trainer and experienced running coach, the sessions begin with a one-mile run, gradually progressing to 5K distances. Runners of all levels are welcome. 
 
The Run to Renew program will be held during six sessions on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. between April 20 and May 25. Registration for the program closes on April 27. The Hospital Hill 5K is on Saturday, June 1.