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September 30, 2024

Benefits of Wellness Coaching at The Granite YMCA

Explore the Benefits of Wellness Coaching at The Granite YMCA Starting your fitness journey can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to start....
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September 27, 2024

YMCA Teen Programs: A Great Way for Teens to Stay Active, Learn New Skills, and Make Friends

As a teenager, it can be challenging to find activities and programs that are both engaging and beneficial. Fortunately, the Granite YMCA offers a variety of te...
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September 26, 2024

Men’s Locker Room Maintenance at the Manchester Y

The men’s locker room at the YMCA of Downtown Manchester will be closed for renovations starting Monday, October 21. We are expecting the locker room to be back...
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September 15, 2024

The Benefits of Joining the YMCA

Joining the YMCA can have numerous benefits for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you are looking to improve your physical health, mental well-be...
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September 4, 2024

Refresh Healthy Habits this School Year with the Y

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and as children and families start their new school-year routines, it’s a perfect time to reflect on and refresh...
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Teenager playing basketball at The Granite YMCA
August 28, 2024

YMCA Youth Sports: A Great Way for Kids to Stay Active and Learn New Skills

Sports teach much more than just athletic competition. Kids who participate in quality sports programs learn life skills that help shape their character. YMCA y...
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June 20, 2024

An Important Message from Rochester & Somersworth

The Granite YMCA aims to support every community we serve by offering programs focused on youth development, healthy living, family strengthening and social res...
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May 29, 2024

Mental Health Awareness Month: Resources and #Mentalhealth365

Mental Health Awareness Month: Resources and #Mentalhealth365 Here we are at the end of May. Does mental health awareness end on the 31st? Of course not! This w...
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May 21, 2024

Mental Health Awareness Month: Resilience and Community

Of the many concepts in psychology that have taken root in popular culture, perhaps one of the most fascinating ones is resilience. The idea that we can “bounce...
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