March Member of the Month - Meredith Waters

Why is it important for you to be an active member at the YMCA?

The YMCA is important to me because it is a place that helped me fall in love with fitness. The Y has become like a second home to me!

What is your first memory of the YMCA?

My first memory of the YMCA is taking a bootcamp class from Michelle West and finding some of my best friends to this day. I had just moved back to the area and was able to meet some wonderful people!

How has the YMCA impacted your life? 

I joined over 9 years ago, met some really great people, and get to workout everyday with my friend, Angela. The Y has everything I need to achieve my fitness goals!

What should this community know about the YMCA of Parkersburg? 

The Y is a safe place for all to come and exercise. Everyone of any fitness level can come to the YMCA and get a great workout!

How have you witnessed the YMCA Mission in action? 

YMCA Mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. 

The YMCA participates in many programs to benefit the community from angel tree at Christmas to health screenings to school supplies donations.

What is something you are proud of from the last year? This can be personal, professional, academic etc. 

This year I am making a career change and am working on getting my real estate salesperson license.