The Executive Director of the J. M. Tull-Gwinnett Family YMCA, Kim Nelson, spoke at the noon meeting of the Rotary Club of Lawrenceville on Monday, April 8. She outlined the many services provided by the YMCA and offered statistics related to usage of the facilities. This YMCA has served Gwinnett County for twenty-five years and remains committed to strengthing the community by providing opportunity for all citizens. In partnership with local businesses, they are able to serve 11,000 individuals and 3,500 families. They provide a safe environment in which members may use the many amenities, including an indoor and outdoor pool, basketball courts, tennis courts, soccer fields, a ropes course, water and regular zumba classes, and aerobics. She cited the “coach approach” as a special program which offers coaches to work with individuals who need to increase their physical activity. She described their Child Care, Day Camp, and Sports activities and facilities for children, teens, and adults. Goals are to ensure school readiness, improve academic achievement, empower healthy living, and inspire teen leadership. Financial assistance is available for those who can’t afford the fees. She encouraged donations to their Annual Giving Campaign that will enable the YMCA to maintain its high quality services.

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