This Is Y

This Is Y

Want to make the first coast a better place for all? At the Y, we believe meaningful change can be achieved when we work together. Take an active role By tuning into the First Coast YMCA’s show This is Y! Get inspired every week to help us strengthen our community. Special guests will explore transformational opportunities to empower young people, improve our health, connect our neighbors, and provide necessary resources for everyone to thrive. Together we can make a real and lasting impact on the first coast.

Episodes

This is Y: Giving Back to the Community through Volunteering & Youth Sports – 8/21/2025

August 22, 2025 • 49 mins
This episode features First Coast YMCA Senior Regional Sports Director Phil Tensley and volunteer coach Bill Grant as the pair discuss how the First Coast YMCA is impacting the next generation through youth sports programs and how the community can get involved through volunteering.
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This is Y: Cancer Recovery & Prevention at the FCYMCA 8/16/25

August 15, 2025 • 47 mins
On this episode, we’re diving into how healthy living is more than exercise — it’s about helping people thrive at every stage of life, no matter their diagnosis or fitness level. In this episode, we sit down with YMCA staff and members to discuss the life-changing impact of cancer support, recovery, and prevention programs. Plus, we’ll dive into chronic disease prevention programs — from diabetes and hypertension to weight loss — t...
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This Is Y: Championing Youth Literacy Through YMCA Reads 8/9/2025

August 8, 2025 • 48 mins
This episode features Candace Burrows and Soni Robles from the First Coast YMCA and Dr. Leslie Kaplan from the University of North Florida as they discuss how the YMCA Reads program is impacting youth literacy in Northeast Florida, including through a strategic partnership with the University of North Florida’s Hicks Honors College.
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This is Y: Building Community and Corporate Wellness Through Competition 8/2/2015

August 1, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode, we celebrate the lasting impact of the First Coast Games (FCG) and the corporate partnerships that have made it thrive for over 20 years. Guests Tim Burrows (First Coast YMCA), Antuane Stevens (Mayo Clinic), and Patti Reed (JPMorgan Chase) share how their organizations have deepened their relationships with the FCYMCA through corporate partnerships. The First Coast YMCA believes corporate partnerships are vital to ...
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This is Y 7/19/2025

July 18, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode, we talk about the Military Back to School Bash happening at numerous branches of the First Coast YMCA on July 26 and the relationship the First Coast YMCA has with the military community in Jacksonville.
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This is Y 7/12/25

July 9, 2025 • 47 mins
On this episode. we're exploring how the First Coast YMCA's youth sports programs positively influence children's mental health.
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This Is Y 7/5/25

July 3, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode of This Is Y, we are talking about summer camp at the First Coast YMCA.
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This is Y 6/28/2025

June 27, 2025 • 47 mins
This episode focuses on a unique aspect of the Y... how it works with YMCAs in other countries as part of its global efforts.
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This is Y 6/21/25

June 18, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, we dive into the power of personalized wellness through the First Coast YMCA's Personal Training program. From nationally certified experts to customized fitness plans, Y personal training is about meeting members where they are and helping them get where they want to go.
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THIS IS Y 6/14/25

June 12, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, we explore how the First Coast YMCA is empowering cancer survivors through the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. Through expert-guided physical activity, emotional support and community connection, this 12-week program offers cancer survivors-and their families-a path to healing
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This is Y 6/7/25

June 5, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of This is Y, we are focusing on the James Weldon Johnson Family YMCA branch and its rich history. In addition, the branch has a special event coming up that we are discussing.
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This is Y 5/24/25

May 22, 2025 • 47 mins
This episode is about the Daystar program, which focuses on adults 22 years and older, who have developmental differences. The First Coast YMCA is the only YMCA in the country that has this program.
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This is Y 5/16/2025

May 16, 2025 • 47 mins
On this episode, we delve into how the First Coast YMCA supports healthy aging through its Active Older Adults classes and activities.
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This is Y 5/10/2025

May 8, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode, we are talking about something that impacts nearly all of us in Northeast Florida... water safety. May is National Water Safety Month and it's important that everyone know about the resources the First Coast YMCA provides to make sure we all stay safe around and in water.
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This is Y 5/3/2025

May 2, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, we dive into the First Coast Games. We learn the details, history and purpose of the games, going into their 20th year now.
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This is Y 4/26/2025

April 24, 2025 • 47 mins
This episode is about how the First Coast YMCA serves the military community.
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This is Y 4/19/25

April 18, 2025 • 49 mins
This episode highlights the YMCA's commitment to child safety through the Five Days of Action, a national campaign held this month, which is Child Abuse Prevention Month. This episode provides practical tools and guidance to help create safer spaces for kids.
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This is Y 4/12/2025

April 10, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode of This is Y, we are talking about the fastest growing sport in the country... Pickleball. We'll tell you how you can get involved in this sport at the First Coast YMCA.
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This is Y 4/5/2025

April 4, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, we discuss the First Coast YMCA's commitment to family engagement, youth development and literacy.
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This is Y 3/29/2025

March 28, 2025 • 48 mins
In this episode, we dive into the exciting opportunities the First Coast YMCA offers teens and students. Listen to learn how you, or someone you know, can participate in these amazing programs!
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