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Try Y+ Fitness For Free

Ben Mole 16 February 2012

On Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th February, you can try our Y+ Fitness facilities for free*. Come and find out what equipment we have in the gym or have a go at a class you may not have considered before. It's a great chance for you to see what we offer with no obligation and no commitment.

After your work out, if you think that Y+ Fitness is the right gym for you, you can take out an annual or ... Read More
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Door to Door Salesman

Caroline Cronin 09 February 2012


We have been informed that an individual has been selling cleaning products door-to-door in the Berrylands area claiming to be raising money for YMCA Surbiton. We would like to make clear that this is not the case and this man does not represent YMCA Surbiton on any level. We’ve been told the salesman is offering products carrying the YMCA logo and claiming that for every £10 of goods purchased... Read More

Merton Winter Night Shelter: My Visit

Ben Mole 09 February 2012

The first Merton Winter Night Shelter came to an end this week after 32 nights of providing a warm meal and a safe space for homeless people in the Borough. It has been a huge success. The shelter, which can accommodate up to 12 people each night, has been full nearly every evening, which has really highlighted the need in Wimbledon.

I visited St Mary’s Church in the last week of the scheme, 29 ... Read More

Health Club Awards

Ben Mole 03 February 2012

All Y+ Fitness gyms have entered the Member's Choice Health Club Awards. Winners are selected purely on the feedback from members; so we’re keen for you to tell the Awards scheme how we are doing. Plus, if you complete the questionnaire you could win £1000 of sports / leisure equipment.

Simon Brown who owns and runs the scheme explains:

“Belonging to a good health club is a rewarding experien... Read More

Sleep Easy 2012 - A Great Success

Ben Mole 30 January 2012


It’s a strange feeling waking up from a light sleep, in multiple layers, a thick sleeping bag and a cardboard box. It’s a strange feeling being that exposed to the cold 5am morning air and sun. But it’s a nice, comforting feeling knowing that a warm bed is waiting for you.  Sadly, some can’t share that comfort.

On Saturday 28th January, over 140 people across Kingston and Wimbledon all ‘slept r... Read More
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Sleep Easy Registration

Caroline Cronin 16 January 2012
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Joanne Budd: Why I'm Taking Part In Sleep Easy

Ben Mole 13 January 2012

One of the many people already signed up to take part in Sleep Easy this year is Joanne Budd; one of our residents at YMCA Surbiton. Having spent the best part of 6 years homeless, Joanne is keen to raise awareness of the issue that she feels is worse than people realise and believes events like this can help do just that.

This is Joanne’s story:

My BackgroundI was in a violent relationship fo... Read More
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The Resolution Challenge

Ben Mole 23 December 2011

The Extra Motivation You Need! If like most people you’ve gained a few pounds this Christmas, then perhaps one of your New Year resolutions could be to lose them.

The Resolution Challenge may be just the motivation you need.

In teams of three, the challenge is to collectively lose weight safely and  effectively over a 12 week period. Each team will be assigned a Y+Fitness Personal Trainer, who... Read More

Residents Story: Roller Coaster Slowing Down

Ben Mole 25 October 2011

People come to live at the YMCA for many reasons. Here, Julian tells us his story. How he came to the YMCA after he lost his home and business following a family tragedy. He talks about his experience of the YMCA, his plans for the future and explains how his roller coaster life is starting to slow down.

If you would like to support the work of YMCA LSW, you can make a donation, take part in one... Read More

Battle of the Bands 2011

Ben Mole 25 October 2011

Music Room’s Battle of the Bands 2011 certainly lived up to its name, with URAH.State narrowly pipping the rest to be crowned winners.  The three lads, who bought along a massive following, won a day’s recording in the Music Room Studio. Chris Born & The Highwaymen finished second and were awarded a £50 music voucher for Broadway Music (the event sponsors), while the interestingly attired Tearawa... Read More
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