My Y
My Y
"My Y," the La Crosse Area Family YMCA's podcast, connects you to our community. Each month, we share inspiring stories, program updates, and wellness tips. Hear from staff and members about how the YMCA strengthens the La Crosse Area. "My Y" offers insights into our initiatives, making it your go-to source for community connection.
Keeping It In The Family
On this episode we talk with Ritchie Johnson and Taylor Ledvina, a dad and his daughter who work for the LaCrosse Area Ys. You'll remember Ritchie from his days as a LaCrosse Catbird and for the last 25 years he's been coaching basketball to young men and women at the Y. Taylor grew up going to t…
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Group Fitness Classes
There are so many ways that you can get fit, stay fit, get your heart rate up and make fast friends. Group Fitness Classes are a great way to exercise and socialize at the same time. And most are included as part of your membership. Listen in to the Director of Group Fitness and a couple of true…
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2025 in review
On this episode of My Y we'll take a look back at 2025 with most of the Development Team from the Y, Nikki West, KJ McMillan, and Becca Zajkowski. All in all, it was a very good year. Great people, great programs, lots of success to talk about. And a few, let's call them....adventures along the …
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Inside the Y they're thinking outside the box
Now you can do even more at the Houser Y in Onalaska than swim, work out, walk and have fun with your family. You can stop into the Grounded Coffee Shop right inside the Y. It's an outside the boxy idea that has been a win for everyone. It's a lively conversation with Jenny Ludwigson, Operations…
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The wet and wild world of Log Rolling at the Y
On this episode of My Y we talk with 7 time world champion log roller Livi Pappadopolous. She's an active competitor and one of the great coaches at our La Crosse Area Y. She brought along Lydia, a young protege and Trevor Tiegs from the Y also joins the conversation. Log rolling certainly may s…
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Building the Future: STEM & eSports at the La Crosse YMCA
In this episode of My Y, we spotlight the La Crosse Area Family YMCA’s groundbreaking STEM and eSports programs. Learn how their programs began, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the powerful impact they’re having on young people. From PC building and programming to astronomy, video production, …
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More Than a Meal: The Food Program Impact
On this episode, we spotlight the La Crosse Area Family YMCA's vital food program! Join us with special guests Jennie Melde, Director of Community Outreach, and Courtney Kramolis, Food Access Director. Discover how the Y is combatting food insecurity in La Crosse and the surrounding area, particula…
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Get Ready for Awesome: The YMCA Summer Program Scoop
Join us as we dive into the incredible summer programming at the La Crosse Area Family YMCA! From swim activities and 剣道 ( kendo) to exciting day camps and the ukelele (yes, the ukelele!), discover how the Y offers engaging activities for all ages, keeping everyone active and learning all season lo…
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Mind Matters: The Y's Approach to Mental Wellness
Join us for a vital conversation with Anna Stindt, Mental Health Director at the La Crosse Area Family YMCA. We'll explore the Y's commitment to holistic well-being, delving into their innovative programs that address mental health for all ages.
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Inside the Y's 200 Club
This episode highlights the Y's 200 Club, celebrating members with 200+ yearly visits. Hear inspiring stories from Mia and Jaryd--two dedicated 200 Club individuals--about what makes the YMCA a vital part of their lives.
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