New Britain – Berlin YMCA

Mind and Motion: DK Movement-YMCA partnership helps prepare teens through physical activity and learning

Local nonprofit organization DK Movement Cares, Inc. is partnering with the Meriden New Britain Berlin YMCA for a new youth program, “Mind And Motion Plus.”

The program is designed to “empower teens by equipping them with tools to manage anxiety, enhance communication skills and foster a positive mindset.” It does this through a combination of classroom learning and physical activity.

It is a 10-week program at the YMCA with two-hour weekly classroom sessions and one-hour weekly running sessions.

Derek Jones, president of DK Movement Cares, Inc., said he is “incredibly grateful” the youth program has a place to call home.

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