From the Community Rec Magazine team, we wish you an reflective and meaningful Yom Kippur. 💙
Community Rec Magazine
Health, Wellness & Fitness
Louisville, Kentucky 2,077 followers
The Business Resource for YMCA, JCC and Community Rec Professionals.
About us
Community Rec Magazine is a business resource for YMCA, JCC and community rec professionals. Founded in 2018, Community Rec is dedicated to providing best practice business resources that educate and empower community rec professionals to succeed in the areas of fitness, aquatics and wellness programming.
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- Health, Wellness & Fitness
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- Louisville, Kentucky
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- 2018
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In the latest episode of the Community Rec Podcast, we had the privilege of hearing from AJ Hernandez, the president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Montgomery. With a wealth of experience from his previous role at the YMCA of Wichita Falls, AJ shared several of his valuable leadership strategies that can inspire and assist leaders of any organization. Here are some key takeaways I found from our conversation: 1. Invest in Development. Provide opportunities for your team to grow their leadership skills, making a strong pipeline within your organization to create future leaders from within. 2. Embrace Transparency. Open communication fosters trust and encourages collaboration throughout your team. 3. Lead Yourself First. Effective leadership begins with self-awareness and personal growth. You can't lead others if you can't lead yourself. 4. Meet Your Team Where They Are. One-on-one meetings can bridge gaps and strengthen connections. 5. Know When to Step Back. Sometimes, stepping back allows your team to shine and take ownership. Ask how you can be a good teammate while allowing others to lead. AJ’s insights remind us that innovative leadership is not just about making decisions — it's about empowering those around us. Let’s embrace these strategies to drive success within our teams. What approaches have been successful for you as a leader? Comment below👇
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It's World Mental Health Day which means it's the perfect time to reflect inward on your own wellness state. To start, here are some things you can do today: 🧠Take a walk outside 🧠 Write down three things you're grateful for 🧠 Do a spontaneous good act for someone or compliment them Check out some more tips here: https://hubs.la/Q02SPt2k0
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🎙️ New Community Voices podcast episode is live! In Episode 14, we dive into innovative leadership with AJ Hernandez, the president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Montgomery. 🌟 Hernandez shares his insights on how creative thinking and strong leadership are shaping the future of community rec. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation! 🎧 Listen now: https://hubs.la/Q02SM53r0
Episode 14: Innovative Leadership with AJ Hernandez
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🏓 Ready to take your pickleball programming to the next level? Whether you're opening a new, pickleball-centric facility or adding more pickleball programming, the Pickleball Innovators Summit, hosted by our sister brand Pickleball Innovators has everything you need to succeed! This one-of-a-kind event is happening October 7-9 at the Omni Tucson National Resort in Tucson, Arizona. Join industry experts, network with peers and discover the latest trends shaping one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. Learn more including how to attend here: https://hubs.la/Q02SxrFm0
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Thanks to DynaDome Retractable Enclosures the Mt. Hood Community pool is no longer just for summer! 🌞 Find out how this innovative solution is providing the community with year-round aquatics programs and what it means for expanding recreation opportunities. Read it 🏊♂️: https://hubs.la/Q02Sy6380
DynaDome Provides Mt. Hood Community Year-Round Pool Access
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📢 Big leadership update for the YMCA of the USA! Phillip Jimenez, the former president and CEO of the West Cook YMCA, is now transitioning to YMCA of the USA as the national lead, CEO engagement, small-mid size Y network. His new role is set to strengthen CEO engagement across small and mid-sized YMCAs. Find out how his leadership could shape the future of these YMCAs and what this means for community rec leaders nationwide. Read the press release here: https://hubs.la/Q02Sxtvb0
YMCA of the USA Taps Phillip Jimenez to Lead National CEO Engagement for Small-Mid Size YMCA Network
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Have you connected with Heather Hartmann, the event director at Peake Media? She's the mastermind behind the Community Rec Leadership Summit and our other events. 🙇♀️ Here 👇 , she shares what makes our events stand out and the motive behind our roundtable discussions, demo times, unique experiences and more! #communityrec #YMCA #JCC
There are a lot of events out there to attend. This month alone, I know of half a dozen that various industries are hosting 😅 So, when hosting your own event, it’s more important than ever to stand out. At Peake Media, we work our tails off to make our events unique. The key differences in what we do? Well, I can sum it up in four points: 1. Using the Collective 🗣️ We don’t have our attendees talked at. Instead, we bring together attendees and our sponsor partners to discuss industry topics. They are presented with case studies and questions to work through at their tables, using their experiences, education and collaboration to further the industry. 2. Come On In, Sponsors 🤝 Our vendor partners make our event possible, so we treat them as such. They are involved in meals, roundtables and all activities. They are our guests as well. We don’t separate sponsors and attendees. Instead, we see incredible value in bringing them together to benefit the industry. 3. A Wow Experience 🤩 We know everyone at our events has a lot going on. That’s why we host them at 4- and 5-star resorts so they can relax in luxury and rejuvenate to go back to changing the world. One-of-a-kind experiences — from meeting a real-life longhorn to taking a tour into the Sonoran Desert — provides the perfect escape We want them leaving refreshed and ready to take on their daily tasks. 4. Deep Connections 🛜 It’s more than networking — it’s about building life-long friendships with attendees and sponsors. When you have an incredible experience with someone, you’ll always have that connection to fall back on. People make the world go round, so why not connect others who can help you learn and grow? Everything we do — from shared meals to hilarious team-building activities — is designed to foster long-lasting connections. I’d love to know: When you attend an event, what makes it a “wow” for you? #peakemedia #peakemediaevents #eventplanning
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The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA is bringing a brand-new, modern facility to its community, designed to better serve members and elevate their experience. Discover how this step forward will impact programs, leadership opportunities and community engagement here: https://hubs.la/Q02SkX3c0 #CommunityRec #YMCATampa #YMCA #FacilityDevelopment #BuildingStrongerCommunities
New, Modern Facility Approved for Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
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