News and Events

January 16, 2024
Throughout the past hundred years many different forms of creative dance have emerged, which means there are many different types of dance styles that children can learn. Dance provides many physical and emotional benefits. Studies show that getting your kids moving with you is a great way to spend… read more
September 25, 2023
Y Guides Pals and Friends,The Y Guides community has had the honor and privilege of being led by the one and only Caitlin Herrion, more fondly known as Spotted Turtle, for the past six and a half years. We are excited to share that Caitlin has accepted a new role with the YMCA of the Triangle as the… read more
March 7, 2023
Hello I am AB,I am originally from Washington D.C. where I spent my summers as a Y kid attending the Anthony Bowen Y until I moved to the North Raleigh area in my teenage years. I attended Wake Tech where I studied to be a dental hygienist and realized that it was not for me and I wanted to continue… read more
March 7, 2023
Our 2023 Captain’s Challenge encourages dads and kids to “Choose your own Adventure” through the Y Guides program and beyond. By spending intentional time together, Big Guides and Little Guides can share an exciting adventure and  build on strong relationships, service to our community, and memories… read more
October 15, 2022
My name is Lou "Howlin' Hippo" Seaman. I am originally from Michigan and spent the first half of my life there. I graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelors degree in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. While working on my degree, I was also a full-time Program Director for… read more
August 3, 2022
Y Guides Pals and Friends,The Y Guides Team, participants, volunteers and program as a whole have been so fortunate to have Chas Sharp, more fondly known as Swift Arrow, along for the Y Guides journey with us over the past five years!While we are so excited for Swift Arrow for his next adventure, we… read more