YMCA Nears Completion of Gymnastics Facility

One local YMCA branch is moving forward on the newest portion of its $14-million capital project.

YMCA Mission Advancements Director Noel Filer and Joe Cronin, gymnastics director, gushed with words of encouragement when discussing the project at the Bill Bartley branch.

"It's really a state-of-the-art facility," Cronin said. "You could probably go 100 miles in any direction from Wichita Falls, and you won't be able to find a nicer facility."

The Stephens Family Gymnastic Center was completed this year and will feature recreational, competitive team and special needs gymnastics; gymnastic meetings; birthday parties and parent's night out.

As the first phase of construction continues, Filer said the community will begin to see the early childhood & youth center, a two-court gymnasium, indoor soccer complex and a new parking area.

"We could not have done this without the help of our community help," Filer said, talking about donations for the capital project. "The response from the community to our new gymnastics facility has been overwhelming. Kids and parents alike absolutely love it. There are lots of smiles, laughter and celebration as new skills are tried and learned.

"The YMCA is proud to partner with parents to provide a venue that enhances kids' education, self-confidence, and healthy living."

Filer said the second phase will concentrate on renovating the current facilities, as well as an entry plaza. Phase 2 of the construction will begin after the first phase is finished in late 2019.

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