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Here's what it means for a camp to be accredited by the American Camp Association and why it matters. 

To help you decide which summer camp program is the right fit for your family, the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges has created a list of questions to ask directors when comparing programs. 

The YMCA opens its doors to a family needing child care for their son who has diabetes. 

A mom shares her family's experience being part of the inclusive performance of "Beauty and the Beast" at the YMCA.

The East Orange YMCA has named city resident Washima Redding as the branch’s newest Executive Director. 

Whether you’re trying to lose weight or gain muscle, or just stay in shape, a healthy diet for any workout routine should be the right balance of carbohydrates, lean protein sources, and some fats. 

Summer camp is an American tradition, and millions of children attend some form of camp each year. Camp gives children a chance to grow in a multitude of ways, and is a great chance for children to develop life skills that they can practice long after the camp concludes.

The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges offers these ideas for making Valentine’s Day special with the family.

Krista Presutto lost weight and changed her lifestyle with the Prescribe the Y program at the Wayne YMCA.

In honor of February being American Heart Month, the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges offers these tips to help families be heart healthy.

Whether you want to boost your fitness routine or just meet new people, a group fitness class provides a number of physical and social benefits.

YMCA employees helped to save the life of a Y member who collapsed on the treadmill.

The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges is kicking off the 2020 Annual Support Campaign, with a goal of raising $1,180,000 to keep programs like child care, summer camp, and swim lessons affordable for all people in the community.

For many, summer camp will be filled with new activities in a new environment. Some children handle this fine, while others take time to adjust. So how do you know that your child is ready to experience camp for the first time?

Whether you’re new to the gym or just want a refresher, here's how the American Council on Exercise defines many of the common exercise terms heard around the gym.