Our YMCA believes that our community should grow stronger together by hosting a number of health initiatives and events that support our community in spirit, mind, and body.
The YMCA Series of Races is a three race series designed to challenge and motivate. Series scoring for these events also presents a great opportunity for additional prizes and personal achievement.
The Series includes:
- YMCA 5K/10K – August
- YMCA 15K – September
- Evansville Half Marathon – October
The Annual Evansville Half Marathon presented by German American is held in early October. Make Plans now to participate in this great community event!
Learn MoreThis event takes place at beautiful Scales Lake Park in Boonville. The sprint distance is .5 mile swim, 15 mile bike and 5K run, olympic distance is 1 mile swim, 25 mile bike and 10K run and the duathlon (new this year) is 1K run, 15 mile bike and 5K run. The courses are very shady and scenic with rolling hills and low traffic.
Need some motivation this winter? Join us for an indoor Tri held annual in February. The Dunigan Branch offers a “one hour race” – 15 minutes of each: swim in pool, cycle on our stationary bikes and run on the track. We’ll count your laps! T-shirts, goodie bags and finisher medals for everyone!
Learn MoreThe YMCA of Southwestern Indiana is very excited to offer a Kids Triathlon! This triathlon will be for kids ages 5-17 years of age and consist of swimming, biking and running.
Triathlons, once thought to be the domain of the super fit few, have been growing in popularity. People of all ages and abilities are participating in triathlons all over the country. Youth races have become quite popular in recent years as kids see their parents participating in these events.
Distances by age group:
6 – “Splash and Dash” (50 yard swim, 1/2 mile run)
7-8 – 100 yard swim, 1 mile bike, 3/4 run
9-10 – 100 yard swim, 2 mile bike, 3/4 run
11-12 – 200 yard swim, 4 mile bike, 1 mile run
13-14 – 400 yard swim, 5 mile bike, 2 mile run
The YMCA of Southwestern Indiana offers a training program for individuals interested in the October race. This volunteer led program helps individuals from all types of backgrounds gain confidence, improve health and establish friendships while training toward a common goal.
“Jump Start” Training – Begins in late May
Free program to members and non-members
Registration includes training sessions, YMCA passes, encouragement and camaraderie! This seven week program is designed for those beginners interested in training for the goal of completing a half marathon and needing assistance increasing mileage to prepare for the “Team 13” program.
“Team 13” Training – Begins in mid July
Nominal fee for members and non members
Registration fee includes a commemorative gift, door prizes, access to email updates, a special race number identifying you as a training participant and much more!
Over the past several years thousands of people have worked with volunteer trainers to train for and complete the Evansville Half Marathon. This training is designed to help individuals at all fitness levels find success. This is your chance to begin or better your training program for the October race. Informational meeting and kick off will be held in mid July.
All trainings will take place on Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 p.m. and on Saturdays at 7:00 a.m. Training program is open to the community.
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January 2020
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Dr. Andreina Zambrano
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| Topic: January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Join us as Dr. Zambrano presents on the importance of Cervical Cancer Screening and the HPV vaccine. | ||
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February 2020
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Dr. Jarrod Frizzell, Ascension St Vincent Medical Group Cardiology
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| Topic: February is Heart Month. Dr. Frizzell, an interventional cardiologist who performs coronary intervention (PCI) and has specialized training and interest in complex, high-risk PCI, will speak about the specialized procedures he performs. Join us as Dr. Frizzell presents “CHIP Shots: The Final Frontier of PCI.” | ||
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March 2020
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Diana Emmick, NP, Ascension Medical Group Endocrinology
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| Topic: Diabetes Alert – Learn about at-home tips to manage your diabetes and dins out if you could be at risk for developing diabetes. | ||
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April 2020
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Dr. Jaime Below, Pediatric Psychologist from Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital
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| Topic: Understanding and Managing Disruptive Behavior in Children ages 2-7 | ||
| St. Vincent YMCA |
May 2020
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Ascension St. Vincent YMCA Rehabilitation Department
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| Topic: Falls Prevention & Awareness. Did you know falling once doubles your chances of falling again? Learn more about why people fall, the impact of falling, and ways to prevent that from happening. |
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Feb 18
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Mar 9
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May 21
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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a FREE 12-week program for adult cancer survivors that meet twice a week for 90 minutes. YMCA instructors work with each participant to fit the program to his or her individual needs. The instructors are trained in the elements of cancer, post rehab exercise and supportive cancer care.
Learn MorePancake Days
Our Annual YMCA “Pancake Days” is held on the 3rd weekend in February each year at the Downtown YMCA. For over 25 years, the YMCA has been bringing folks together in fellowship at a community event that offers food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. Join the tradition and help support a great cause!
For more information, please contact Meghan Craven at craven@ymcaswin.org.
Coaches Luncheon
The YMCA Coaches Luncheon is held each November to highlight the U of E Basketball program and generate funds for YMCA Youth Programs. Patrons are treated to lunch, camaraderie and a talk given by both the men’s and women’s coaches, followed by a question and answer period. This event was started in 1990. Corporate tables as well as individual tickets are available for the luncheon.
YMCA Golf Outing
The “Play-a-Round for The Y” Golf Outing is held every year in May. The “four man” scramble event brings out many avid golfers and friends of the Y. Many great sponsors make this event an ongoing success. Golfers are treated to a “prize on every hole”, a chance to putt for cash, food and gifts, and the fun and friendship that playing golf for a worthy cause can bring.
For more information, please contact Meghan Craven at craven@ymcaswin.org.
Join us for an upcoming event! Check out our current event calendar.