March 26, 2025

The Licking County YMCA, Denison University, and Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) will present the Health & Fitness Fest on Saturday, April 12.  The event is free and open to all youth in the community and features numerous healthy and fun activities that promote wellness.  Participants are encouraged to take the Health & Fitness Fest challenge by visiting various activity stations located throughout the YMCA including gymnastics, free throw shooting, inflatables, and more. 

Health screenings and information tables will also be available.  Participants will receive an event card that will be stamped upon completion of each health-related activity.  Those who complete a total of eight activities and health screenings at the event will be entered into a drawing for great fitness prizes.
 
The Health & Fitness Fest will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon, at the Licking County YMCA Mitchell Center, located at 470 West Church Street in Newark.  Healthy snacks and beverages will be provided.  Youth must be accompanied by an adult.  Participation in this event will count toward the Active•Fit Program goals.  For additional information, please contact the Licking Memorial Events Line at (220) 564-1560.