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Mahaska County YMCA Top “5” Accomplishments of 2008 |
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Tuesday, 14 July 2009 10:13 |
1. Spinning Room Construction – On the second floor of the YMCA, a new cycling room was constructed. What used to be an old cluttered storage room was transformed into a top notch exercise facility. Installed was a hardwood floor, new lighting, 8 stationary bicycles, and a sound system. The room was made possible by donated staff hours, donated floor materials and donations by community members for the purchase of the cycles.
2. Accomplishments of the Swim Team and Gymnastics Team – The swim team competed very strong this year. There were 70 swimmers; within that group, we had 2 records that were broken from years past, many first place finishes, a very competitive state meet showing and 16 children who qualified through their times achieved to swim at the regional level in Minneapolis Minnesota. The group of swimmers that swam at Regionals represented the YMCA very well and even brought home some top places.
The Gymnastics Team was very strong again this year, there were 35 children involved in the Oskaloosa Aerials Gymnastics Team. The Gymnastics team brought home top honors from every meet that the attended as well as individuals bests and top places every meet. The State meet was held in Sioux Center, Iowa and we had 3 children that placed 1st in the All-Around with many children placing 1st place finishes on individual events.
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Last Updated on Monday, 03 August 2009 12:18 |
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Written by Administrator
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Tuesday, 14 July 2009 10:15 |
1. My sons, attended the YMCA Day Camp during the past two summers. They made new friends, shared new experiences, and are eager for another chance of learning and fun. The boys are looking forward to once again attending this coming summer, I am considering sending them only 3 days per week due to the expenses involved. The YMCA Summer Camp provides a safe and fun environment for the kids, but more importantly a stable and structured environment.
2. I cannot say enough about the Mahaska County YMCA! Aaron Phillips and his team of Laura Sarver, Derrik Melville, Debbie Cummings, and Meghan Slay have been a huge blessing in my life and my children’s in several different ways, we are all unique and God gives us all different gifts to bless others. I am a single mother, my children have been involved in several activities through the YMCA and I would not have been able to accomplish this on my own, it was through the scholarship program that my children have been given the opportunity to be involved in gymnastics, swimming, soccer, basketball and various other activities that are provided through the YMCA. My children have prospered in body, mind and spirit due to the high emphasis placed on Excellency at the Mahaska County YMCA. I have spoken to others who have been given scholarships and I know they are blessed by this generous gift. I cannot thank you enough; your reward is in Heaven, God Bless YOU!!!
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Last Updated on Monday, 03 August 2009 12:17 |
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