Healthy Living Stories

TWO Events, One Incredible Weekend

April 12, 2025

What a weekend at the Y! We had an incredible time hosting not one but TWO amazing community events that brought families together for fun, wellness, and connection.

Pool Easter Egg Hunt
Our pool turned into an Easter wonderland with 45 excited kiddos hopping in to scoop up floating and underwater eggs! After their adventure, everyone got a chance to snap a photo with the Easter Bunny. Thanks to everyone for making this a fun and memorable event!

Healthy Kids Day
This free family event was a huge success! We welcomed 26 amazing vendors, engaged 164 youth, and connected with a total of 266 community members. From games and crafts to fitness fun, the day was packed with activities that support healthy kids and strong families. A big thank you to our incredible staff and volunteers who helped bring the event to life and kept everything running smoothly.

Check out all the photos from the weekend’s events on our Facebook page here.

Congrats Winners!

Healthy Habits Challenge

Congrats to our top finishers! After weeks of dedication, we’re thrilled to share the results:

  • 1st/2nd Place (Tied) – $100 program credit
    • Vickie Jo Roche
    • Leah Sanders
  • 2nd Place – $50 program credit
    • Linda Hallifax

Credits can be used for YMCA programs like personal training, small group training, line dancing, nutrition coaching, and swim lessons.

Way to go, winners! Keep up the healthy habits—we can’t wait to see you in your next program!

INSPIRE. EMPOWER. REPEAT.

Train with Purpose

April & May

This April and May, we’re excited to offer an 8-week training program designed to help participants prepare for the Murph WOD on Memorial Day. The program provides a structured training schedule that can be integrated with existing workouts, supporting progressive strength and endurance development.

The Murph WOD is more than just a workout—it’s a tribute to Navy Lieutenant Michael Murphy and all fallen soldiers. Participants take on a challenging sequence of running, pull-ups, push-ups, and air squats, honoring their sacrifice through perseverance and effort.

Start the Year Strong

January 2025

Get ready to stay motivated all year with our 2025 member fitness challenges! There's something for everyone. Push your limits with the Murph WOD, stay consistent with the Idle Ironman, and finish the year strong with the 12 Days of Fitness.

With even more challenges along the way, there's always a new way to test yourself, have fun, and stay active. Keep an eye out for details and join the challenge!

Turkey Trot & Kids Dash

November 28, 2024

A HUGE thank you to everyone who joined us for our 4th Annual Turkey Trot 5K!

We were thrilled to welcome 159 participants who registered for the 5K or our Kids Dash! The great weather made the day even more special, and it was wonderful to see so many smiling faces getting active with friends and family before diving into a well-deserved Thanksgiving feast.

We are so grateful to everyone who kicked off their Thanksgiving morning with us at the YMCA!

Senior Wellness Expo

October 22, 2024

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our 3rd Annual Senior Wellness Expo at the Y this morning! We were thrilled to welcome over 150 attendees, including our amazing members, seniors from the community, and all the incredible vendors who shared their time and expertise.

  • Oconee County Parks, Recreation & Tourism
  • Kroeger Wellness
  • Right at Home
  • Clemson Institute for Engaged Aging
  • Inspire Health Chiropractic
  • Paws and Taws Square Dance Club - Educational Entertainment
  • Clemson Eye Aesthetics
  • Bank of America
  • Oconee Dental Associates
  • Edie Allen Nutrition & Fitness
  • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Clemson University
  • CenterWell Senior Primary Care
  • University of South Carolina Brain Health
  • NAMI AOP
  • Physicians Mutual Senior Healthcare

Your participation made this event a great success, and we're so grateful for the opportunity to promote health, wellness, and community together. From informative booths to engaging activities, it was a day full of learning and connecting!

Thank you for making our Senior Wellness Expo one to remember! We can't wait to do it all again next year.

Healthy Kids Day

April 20, 2024

What a blast we had at last Saturday's Healthy Kids Day family event! With close to 200 kids in attendance, the day was filled with laughter, creativity, and boundless energy. From engaging crafts to exciting games, there was never a dull moment as families soaked up the sunshine and shared in the joy of wholesome activities.

A big THANK YOU to all our incredible vendors who made the day unforgettable! And a special shoutout to our GROW level sponsor, @1stFranklinFinancial, for their generous support, as well as our other sponsors, Steve Chase and J. Davis, Inc. Your contributions helped make this event a roaring success!

  • Oconee Sheriff's Department
  • Oconee County Library
  • Boy Scout Troop 120 and Cub Scout Pack 162
  • SNAP-Ed
  • P3 Soccer
  • Oconee County Parks, Rec & Tourism
  • Kuk Sool Won
  • Grace Family Chiropractic
  • Ripple of One
  • Kona Ice
  • Issaqueena Pediatric Dentistry
  • DJ - D Cook Media Productions
  • Foothills Family Counseling, LLC
  • 1st Franklin Financial
  • Pilot Club of Seneca
  • Vivify Psychiatric Services
  • FoodShare
  • Chatuga Ridge Coffeehouse
  • Oconee Humane Society
  • Alazan Food Truck
  • Under the Reign Lemonade
  • NAMI

As we look back on the wonderful memories created, we're already looking forward to next year's event. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this day one to remember.