News

31 May 2024

Lifelong Resilience Through Creativity

Our Frome Youth Club has been working with Somerset Art Works on a wonderful 2-year project: Lifelong Resilience Through Creativity.

Frome Youth and Community Centre is currently undergoing a big transformation. This is a prime opportunity for our young people to make the space truly theirs. In partnership with SAW and local artist Lucy Oates, they have been able to... Read more

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21 May 2024

Kickstart Your Fitness Career with YMCA Bath Gym’s Level 2 Instructor Course

Are you passionate about helping others lead healthier lives? Do you dream of becoming a fitness instructor and making a difference in your community?

YMCA Bath Gym is excited to offer the YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing, a comprehensive in-person course designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to embark on a rewarding career in fitness, no prior experience... Read more

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13 May 2024

Mental Health Awareness Week

At YMCA Brunel Group, we understand the deep impact that mental health struggles can have on individuals and communities.

Whether it’s in our housing, youth work, family work or gym, we provide steady, safe support for individuals so they can share their stories, seek guidance, and find solace in knowing that they are not alone. This Mental Health Awareness... Read more

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9 May 2024

Youth Work and its role in your community

At YMCA Brunel Group, we work closely with young individuals, fostering an environment where they can thrive, learn, and grow.

With 8 youth clubs and 4 young carers’ groups, we work with anyone aged between 10 and 19 years, with provisions for those up to 25 years old with Special Educational Needs. We encourage young people to be good neighbours... Read more

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24 April 2024

Musings – Code Red!

Bath came to a standstill one Saturday in April 24 when the Red Rebel Brigade and Extinction Rebellion celebrated Earth Say with a massive performance protest: Code Red – A funeral for Nature.

Nearly 400 Red Rebels walked silently and gracefully through the Georgian streets, a coffin to nature  decorated so beautifully was carried along to the sound of drums, and mourners dressed in black with the most flamboyant hats followed behind –... Read more

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8 April 2024

Bath Nightstop Daystop 2023 Impact Report

We’ve recently released the 2023 Impact Report for our Bath Nightstop and Daystop services.

Nightstop provides emergency, temporary accommodation for young people in the homes of local volunteer hosts. The service works directly with young people aged 18-25 who are at risk of becoming homeless. Our Daystop room offers a safe place for young... Read more

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27 March 2024

Bridging Generations: A Heartwarming Connection Between Humpty Dumpty Nursery and Penn Court Residents

Community is at the heart of what we do at YMCA Brunel Group. Our nursery staff are excellent at embedding our values in the children’s learning. Our nursery in Calne, Humpty Dumpty, perfectly demonstrates a commitment to community engagement, compassionate... Read more

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19 March 2024

Resident Artwork – Creative Resilience in Young People

At the beginning of this year, Support Worker Ellen organised an art contest which sought to provide a platform for young individuals at risk of homelessness to share their journeys through the transformative power of creativity.

We invited young people residing with YMCA Brunel Group to submit artworks that captured their experiences of the past year. From facing personal struggles to achieving triumphs, each artwork showcased the inner strength and resilience of every individual. The diversity... Read more

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13 March 2024

Outdoor Play Area at Green Shoots Nursery

At YMCA Green Shoots Nursery, we understand the importance of outdoor play in early childhood development.

However, we faced a significant challenge when our outdoor play area became unsuitable for our children, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The gravel supplied by a previous contractor was too large and uncontained, spreading across the playground and... Read more

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