By: Grayston Leonard, Founder of Long Beach Rising Here at Long Beach Rising, we strive to bridge the gap between fitness and the outdoors with a strong emphasis on community. We opened up this gym with the hopes to make everyone from all walks of
Summertime in Long Beach is a magical season filled with sun, sand, and relaxation. While enjoying the beautiful beaches and outdoor activities, it’s crucial to prioritize sun safety to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. In this blog post, we will provide you with
As one of California’s top charter high schools, IVA High offers a different kind of education—one that is rooted in intellectual virtues and fosters an equitable, academically challenging community where every student can connect, contribute, and belong. IVA High is a small, WASC-accredited, tuition-free charter
Our Los Altos Family YMCA facility, built in 1964, started offering summer camp to around 500 students. Fast forward 57 years later, we served over 2,000 campers in 2021! Together, we’ve seen our share of challenges during and since the pandemic, but we
Preparing for the holidays always feels a little bit like standing at the edge of a joyful whirlwind: you know it’s going to be magical, you know it’s going to be busy, and you know that if you don’t get ahead of it, you’ll be
As we move through Suicide Awareness Month and into the holiday season, it’s a good time to remind ourselves that amidst the festive chaos, it’s okay to pause and breathe. The holidays are magical but can also be overwhelming, especially for busy moms balancing the
Hey Mama, we know that as a mom, you pour so much of yourself into caring for your family, often putting your own needs last. But this October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we want to remind you that YOU matter. Your health matters. You’re
Challenges with traditional education that have been minimized for years were seen up close and personal when parents suddenly found the classroom in their homes during the pandemic. As classes returned to in-person, parents were faced with a decision to continue with the status quo
Massages for Mom: Benefits of Massage Extend Far Beyond Relaxation Now more than ever, moms are looking for ways to unplug and unwind from the stress of everyday life. Recent studies show that regular massage offers significant benefits beyond relaxation. It can help reduce inflammation,
Can you believe it’s already May? It feels like we were just packing away the holiday lights and now here we are, diving headfirst into spring, and that means it’s time to talk about one of the most underrated holidays on the calendar: May Day