Y-Kids had an exciting visit this half term as part of firefighters day! The children got to experience what it is like to be a fire fighter, learning about all the different roles of people including the driver and the lead firefighter. We even got a chance to use the equipment!

Join us for a lively night of Scottish Ceilidh (pronounced “kay-lee”) dancing while supporting YMCA East Surrey on Friday 21 November! Think of it as a barn dance with a Scottish twist! Music provided by the fantastic Buchanan Ceilidh band. Sign up at:ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/events/ceilidh/

Kicking off our Annual Showcase event this evening. Looking forward to a fantastic evening of displays, presentations and stories from those who use our services. #RealLives #RealImpact

"YMCA transformed my life" Chris shares how she came to YMCA following a damaged hip and spine. From never having been in a gym before to finding friends, fitness and wellbeing at our centre. #YMCAFitness

"Life was very difficult before. You didnt just give me a place to stay but you gave me confidence to believe in myself." Ali, one of our young residents, talks about how our #housing & support have given him an opportunity for a new life.

Huge thanks to Jeff Travis for 12 years of outstanding service as a YMCA trustee and volunteer. Ian Burks

Amazing displays from EastSurreyAcrobatics squads!

Thanks to all the young people from our Beatz youth music project for entertaining our annual showcase guests with their talent. YMCA Youth Work - East Surrey #youthwork

"Yip4Youth has given Claudia a chance to experience new opportunities that she wouldn't have access to. It's liberating to know she's somewhere she loves. It's a game changer." Gabriella shares her experience of our disability services for her daughter.

Thank you to Mayor of the Borough of Reigate and Banstead Councillor Rich Michalowski for celebrating our Challenge Event volunteers with special awards. #volunteering #ymcachallenge

Thank you Jeff Travis for 12 years of outstanding service as a trustee at YMCA East Surrey ⁦YMCA East Surrey⁩

It's been a busy week at our youth clubs as we celebrate #YouthWorkWeek Young people have been telling us why they come to to youth club. They also celebrated Guy Fawkes night by cooking s'mores along with colouring poppies for remembrance Sunday #YWW25 YMCA Youth Work - East Surrey

Join us at our Charity Ceilidh, Fri 21 Nov at YMCA Sports & Community Centre Redhill. Doors 7pm, dancing 7:30. No experience needed - our caller will guide you through the steps. £25 incl. chilli buffet & dessert. Proceeds go to our Life Change Fund. ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/events/ceilidh/

Great visit from Surrey High Sheriff Peter Cluff to see how his grant has supported young people attending YMCA youth work sessions in Horley ⁦High Sheriff of Surrey⁩ ⁦⁦YMCA East Surrey⁩

It was lovely to welcome the High Sheriff of Surrey, Peter Cluff & his wife to YMCA Horley Family & Young People Centre. They met young people at our Youth Club, saw our Y Bus & Beatz Music sessions which benefit from High Sheriff Youth Awards funding. High Sheriff of Surrey YMCA Youth Work - East Surrey

We are only a few moments away from the most spectacular celebratory night in YMCA’s calendar 😍! #YMCA #YouthMattersAwards

Excited to be at #YouthMattersAwards celebrating YMCA projects across England & Wales. Good luck to all, especially our finaists: Tallulah - Young Campaigner of the Year NextStep - Housing Project of the Year Y Bus - Support & Advice Project of the Year. You're all winners to us!

Huge congratulations to our NextStep project for winning Housing Project of the Year at the #YouthMattersAwards! Around 170,000 children are currently homeless in temporary accommodation. NextStep helps to provide a stable home to rebuild lives for local families and individuals.

Five of our housing residents enjoyed a four-day residential last week incl. a Hereford 10k Cathedral Trek plus fun activities (laser quest, mini golf, table tennis, arcades). Huge thanks to The Landmark Trust for the opportunity to stay an a stunning 16th-century home.

The YMCA Santa Run is back on Sunday 14 December. Join hundreds of Santas for this festive, fun 1 or 3 mile jog, walk or run at Priory Park, Reigate. Entry fee includes a Santa Suit, medal, and lots of Christmas cheer! Sign up now! ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk/events/ymca-sa…