YMCA
Community recreation center
YMCA stands for Young Men's Christian Association, an organization founded in the mid-19th century to promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
The term now refers to any local branch or its facilities: I work out at the YMCA, The kids are at YMCA camp.
The Village People's 1978 disco anthem made "YMCA" synonymous with its iconic arm-spelling dance moves.
Costumed disco act
- discoSeventies dance music
- danceRhythmic bodily movement
- karaokeSinging to backing tracks
- singalongCommunal vocal session
costumes · 1970s · nostalgia · party · pop culture · hit · funky · groove
Organization serving public good
- charityVoluntary aid for others
- ChristianAdherent of the gospel
- membershipState of belonging
- communityCollective of connected people
chapters · international · outreach · volunteerism · service · philanthropy · donation · fundraising
Shared traveler lodging
- shelterProtected place or structure
- affordableReasonably priced
- lodgingTemporary place to stay
- accommodationShelter or housing provided
temporary · transitional · housing · residence · dormitory · budget · backpacker · travelers
Exercise facility
- swimmingLocomotion through water
- basketballTeam sport with hoops
- workoutStructured physical exercise
- exerciseActivity for fitness
weights · cardio · aerobics · treadmill · personal trainer · elliptical · cycling · pilates
Temporary outdoor shelter site
- summer campSeasonal youth retreat
- mentorshipGuidance from experienced person
- leadershipAbility to direct others
- activitiesThings one engages in
sports · guidance · education · after-school · teens · adolescence · development · empowerment
Village People
Costumed disco act
singalong · costumes · 1970s · nostalgia · party · pop culture · hit · funky · groove · classic
nonprofit
Organization serving public good
- charityVoluntary aid for others
- ChristianAdherent of the gospel
- membershipState of belonging
community · chapters · international · outreach · volunteerism · service · philanthropy · donation · fundraising · social services
hostel
Shared traveler lodging
- shelterProtected place or structure
- affordableReasonably priced
- lodgingTemporary place to stay
accommodation · temporary · transitional · housing · residence · dormitory · budget · backpacker · travelers · overnight
gym
Exercise facility
- swimmingLocomotion through water
- basketballTeam sport with hoops
- workoutStructured physical exercise
exercise · weights · cardio · aerobics · treadmill · personal trainer · elliptical · cycling · pilates · yoga
camp
Temporary outdoor shelter site
- summer campSeasonal youth retreat
- mentorshipGuidance from experienced person
- leadershipAbility to direct others
activities · sports · guidance · education · after-school · teens · adolescence · development · empowerment · scholarships
- sports organizationsNCAA, athletic clubs, sports leagues, NFL, sports federations
- Stadium AnthemsWe Will Rock You, Zombie Nation, Thunderstruck, Enter Sandman, Crazy Train
- youth organizationsBoy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H, Cub Scouts, 4-H Club
- youth programsyouth groups, youth programs, Girl Scouts, youth camps, after-school programs
- Fitness BrandsPeloton, NordicTrack, Bowflex, Planet Fitness, Nautilus
- American OrganizationsNAACP, American Legion, VFW, American Red Cross, ACLU
- YMCA campsNonprofit summer programs for children
- YMCA sportsAthletic programs at Christian association