YMCA BASICS
What does YMCA stand for?
Young Men's Christian Association?
How many minutes of exercise should kids get each day?
60 minutes?
What country was the YMCA founded in?
England
Name a water activity you might do at the YMCA.
What is swimming, water polo, aqua fitness, etc.
What core value is shown when you help clean up without being asked?
responsibility
True or False: Only boys can go to the YMCA.
false
True or False: Drinking soda gives you more energy than water.
false
What year was the YMCA founded?
1844
What do campers usually roast over a campfire?
What are marshmallows (or s’mores)
What does it mean to be a role model?
someone who sets a good example for others?
What are the four core values of the YMCA?
caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
What is a good snack before working out or playing sports?
fruit, granola bar, or yogurt (any healthy snack)?
Who started the YMCA?
George Williams
What color team shirts do kids often wear at YMCA field day or games?
What is any answer like red, blue, green
If someone is sitting alone at lunch, what’s a way to show kindness?
What is invite them to join you?
Name one thing you can do at your local YMCA.
swimming, sports, arts, fitness, etc.
What does the “C” in YMCA also remind us about taking care of?
our Community
What famous sport was invented at the YMCA?
basketball
What do you call the special person who leads a group of campers?
a counselor?
Name a way you can be a leader even if you're not the oldest.
helping others, following rules, encouraging teammates, etc.
What color are the letters in the YMCA logo?
red
Name two ways to stay mentally healthy.
talking to someone, journaling, taking breaks, sleeping, exercising, etc.?
What popular dance song is based on the YMCA?
➤ What is “Y.M.C.A.” by the Village People
What’s one game you’ve played at a YMCA camp?
capture the flag, dodgeball, kickball, etc.
What does it mean to show respect during a group game or team activity?
listening to others, playing fair, not interrupting, cheering others on, etc.?