The Y has been a part of so many people's lives - particularly in their early working life. We're proud to be tracing the journey of one of our team from The Y in Auckland's Lynfield to winning his debut UFC fight in Florida in 2024.
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From the CEO's desk
Kia ora koutou,
December can be a busy time of year, but I encourage you to take a moment and read about some exciting things happening at The Y in our latest newsletter.
We've shared the incredible journey of Navajo Stirling, a former basketball coach at The Y Lynfield who is launching his UFC career in the US. Navajo's story is a testament to the power of perseverence and the limitless potential within each of us.
We continue to provide innovative programmes at our centres; such as functional fitness which launched at Massey, and we've made enhancements to our Safeguarding programme.
The outcome of the Auckland Council tender delivered both good and not so good news – retaining seven sites is something to celebrate however the loss of three sites has been hard to reconcile also. Everyone involved worked extraordinarily hard for a better outcome however now our focus turns to ensuring the safe and seamless transfer of those three sites to new management from 1st April 2025. We will continue to support our teams to ensure that we keep providing high quality services to our members and community.
The Y is also excited to welcome on board Rebecca Russell, who will be commencing her CEO role from February next year. Rebecca’s leadership style, strategic vision, and deep community connection make her an ideal fit.
As we look towards 2025, I want to take a moment say thank you for your support and dedication to making everything we do possible. Enjoy the holiday season and my fingers are crossed for another beautiful New Zealand summer.
Peter
What's on at the Y
With the School Holidays approaching, we know how challenging it can be to find reliable and engaging childcare. The Y is here to help with a variety of affordable programmes designed to keep your children active and happy over the summer break.
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The fitness team at The Y have launched a new Functional Fit programme, which fits seamlessly into a busy schedule. Available at The Y Auckland City and The Y Massey, the classes provide a streamlined, carefully crafted 45-minute workout that caters for all fitness levels.
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Summer will soon be in full swing and it’s the perfect time to soak up all that sunny, vibrant energy. We’ve put together our top five handy tips to help you focus on your wellbeing and overall health, at a time where it might take a backseat.
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The Y currently operate 10 of Auckland Council’s pools and leisure centres across Auckland. As the result of a competitive procurement process, Auckland Council has approved new contracts for its centres.
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Christine Pears, Board President: On behalf of the Board of YMCA North, I am delighted to announce that Rebecca Russell has been appointed as our new CEO, effective 3 February 2025, marking an exciting new chapter in our history as the first female CEO.
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As many of you know, in 2021 we proudly announced our name change from the YMCA to The Y. This change reflects our commitment to being an inclusive organization that welcomes everyone, regardless of background or identity. Our journey towards this new identity has been a phased process, and we are thrilled to share our latest milestone with you.
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When people choose to work with a charitable organisation like The Y, making a difference to individuals and the community are usually at the top of the list. A career filled with rewarding experiences and the opportunity to leave a lasting impact to the lives of others is a special calling.
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Now in our 3rd year, The Y Sports Camps have been packed with friendly competition and tons of opportunities to make new friends and pick up new skills.
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The Y is excited to announce that we will be taking over the management of the three popular community early learning centres from 1 October.
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Young design event delivered at wonderful new venue after initial cancellation
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It may have snuck up on us, but it’s that time of the year again, with school holidays less than two weeks away. It’s not just the chilly winter breeze that’s catching everyone’s attention; it’s the anticipation of The Y’s School Holiday Programmes. Forget 'just surviving' the holidays. We want to help you and your family and whānau have fun and 'thrive'! Check out what's on this winter holidays and plan for epic fun.
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