Welcome to the Childress Klein YMCA
In 1989, the Childress Klein YMCA opened its doors to the community in uptown Charlotte. We serve over 7,500 people each year and offer our members high-quality service, personal attention, customized class schedules and top-of-the-line fitness facilities. The Childress Klein YMCA is an adult-only branch and welcomes members 16 year of age or older.
We’re more than a gym; beyond fitness, we engage the community by fostering connection among YMCA members and offering ways to give back. We are especially proud of our branches support of the Y Readers program helping students read proficiently.
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In honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth, we’re celebrating leaders who make a difference in our YMCA and beyond! Francine Molina has been with our YMCA for nearly five and a half years. In her current role as Youth Development Director at the Lincoln County YMCA, Francine oversees afterschool, preschool, sports, Y Kids and dance & tumble. Francine is a proud Puerto Rican. She was raised in the Bronx in New York and has always identified as a proud Hispanic woman.
She shared: “My parents are from Puerto Rico and I was raised in a strong cultural home. My upbringing was based around my culture and the beliefs that my grandparents instilled in my parents. It was always an important part of our family for us to continue traditions from our native country, such as Three Kings Day.” It’s important to Francine to show pride in who she is and where she’s from, and she instills the same values in her children.
The thing that makes Francine the most proud of being a Hispanic woman is the strength and passion that comes with that. "I was always taught that I was a strong Latina woman and to fight for what I believed in, even if no one else agreed. This instilled in me the confidence to not only be a voice for myself but for my community as well.” Francine acknowledged that at times the Hispanic community may be afraid to speak up, but Francine commits to stand by her community and “set an example and create a path for those who are afraid. In my household I was taught to stand up and be [a strong] voice, and for that I will always be thankful to my Grandmother Conga – she was a warrior and always did what was best for others and not for herself.”
It’s another Terrific Thursday at Childress Klein with a day filled with fun, exciting group fitness classes. We have Yoga with Jacqui at 11:30am, Group Power with Gerald at 5:45pm, and our special Zumba class with Sylvia at 6pm to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. As always, reserve your spot online with the YCLT+ app and we’ll see you soon!
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, please join us for a special Zumba class on Thursday, October 14th from 6-7pm! This fun, Latin inspired group fitness class led by Sylvia B. will have you dancing your cares away. Snacks will be provided. Save the date and secure your spot online with the YCLT+ app.
In honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth, we’re celebrating leaders who make a difference in our YMCA and beyond! Gracinda Seidel, better known as Cindy to her Y family, currently serves as the Sales and Service Director at the Lowe’s YMCA. Cindy’s been with the Y for four and a half years, and she started her Y career as a part-time membership representative. Cindy shared: “I love the opportunity the Y gives me to meet new people of all ages and help them find their place of community within our safe space.”
Cindy was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and says that being Hispanic means family, faith, fiesta and food. “Our heritage is diverse and colorful, filled with great culture,” says Cindy. “I love that we share our pride through food, community, family gatherings and Spanish music.”
Did you know today is #WorldMentalHealthDay? According to the National Institute of Mental Health, just 30 minutes of walking a day can help boost your mood and improve health. Grab a friend or two and go for a walk together!
Did you know that today, October 7th is National Chocolate Covered Pretzel Day? And did you know that Childress Klein offers several different group fitness classes to fit all your moods and interests? Join us for Yoga with Jacqui from 11:30-12:30p in the multipurpose room or Group Power with Gerald from 5:45-6:45p on the basketball court. All classes are free to attend with your YMCA membership. Hope to see you soon! Chocolate covered pretzels not included.