(Guyton, GA) The YMCA of Coastal Georgia held the grand opening of its first-ever Guyton location at 718 Central Blvd., Guyton, GA. The event, open to the public, kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by a day of family-friendly fun.

Joel Smoker, CEO of YMCA of Coastal Georgia, addresses gathered crowd

Guests enjoyed delicious food and drinks provided by The Rusty Pig in Rincon and Southern Kafe in Guyton. For entertainment, there were a variety of activities including inflatables from Flippin Out Inflatables in Guyton, face painting, caricature drawing and more.

Attendees were able to explore a selection of Y Swag and merchandise and entered to win a brand new 28” Blackstone Griddle in a raffle. Additionally, as a special offer, anyone that joined the YMCA association-wide on the day of the grand opening received a waived joiner’s fee.

“We are excited to bring the YMCA’s longstanding tradition of community service to Guyton,” said Shelly Fickau, Regional Executive Branch Director. “Our new facility will provide a comprehensive range of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of the community. We look forward to becoming a vital part of the Guyton community.”

The new YMCA in Guyton occupies a thoughtfully renovated space that once served as a church and family home. Designed by the award-winning Savannah architecture firm Felder & Associates, the building now boasts a modern and functional layout.

“We’ve had great success renovating other YMCA facilities in the area,” says Brian Felder, owner and principal architect at Felder & Associates. “We used that expertise to create a functional and inviting space in Guyton with plenty of opportunity for growth. We’re pleased the YMCA leadership is happy with the results, and we think the community will be too.”

Tours of the new facility were offered at the event, showcasing the state-of-the-art health and wellness center, open and welcoming reception area, expansive gymnasium and exercise floor with eGym equipment, group exercise studios, bright and cheerful child watch space, locker rooms, dedicated space for teen activities and flexible classroom space for diverse programs.

“The opening of the Guyton Family YMCA marks our dedication to expanding services and support to the Guyton community. We welcome everyone to explore the diverse programs and amenities we offer,” said YMCA of Coastal Georgia CEO Joel Smoker.

“At the Guyton Family YMCA, we’re dedicated to improving lives through a wide range of programs and services. From state-of-the-art fitness facilities to enriching youth, childcare, and senior programs, we offer something for everyone,” said Smoker. “Whether you’re looking to stay fit, connect with others, or give back to the community, the YMCA is here for you. Join us and discover the difference that our longstanding commitment to service and support can make in your life.”

For more information, visit www.ymcaofcoastalga.org/branch/guyton-family

ABOUT THE YMCA OF COASTAL GEORGIA
The YMCA of Coastal Georgia has been a cornerstone of the community for nearly two centuries and continues to work every day to advance its cause to strengthen the community through its three areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Today the YMCA of Coastal Georgia operates 11 units in Bryan, Bulloch, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, and McIntosh counties; included is the YMCA’s Before- and After-School Enrichment Program operating in 55 elementary and middle schools throughout the markets served. The YMCA serves men and women, girls and boys of all ages and from all walks of life. All of this and more is accomplished while putting forth our mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

ABOUT FELDER & ASSOCIATES
Felder & Associates, established in 2012, is a highly specialized firm that focuses on a range of architectural and design services, including historic preservation, commercial architecture, adaptive reuse architecture, corporate interior design, high-end residential design, green building and neo-traditional building. With a consistent 10% yearly growth for the past three years, the firm is proud to hold memberships with prestigious organizations such as the Historic Savannah Foundation, the American Institutes of Architects, and the United States Green Building Council. Achievements in the field have earned Felder & Associates recognition and awards from esteemed institutions including the Historic Savannah Foundation, the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, and the Georgia Association of The American Institute of Architects. The office is located at 1020 Drayton St., Suite 200, Savannah, Ga., 31401 For more information or to contact Felder & Associates, call 912-777-3979, or visit www.felderassociates.net

MEDIA CONTACTS

Christopher Sweat
YMCA of Coastal Georgia
Marketing and Communications Director
christopher.sweat@ymcaofcoastalga.org

Erica Lang
YMCA of Coastal Georgia
Marketing and Communications Assistant
erica.lang@ymcaofcoastalga.org