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The start of the new school year brings together two respected Tulsa entities in a new partnership that offers benefits for thousands of individuals across the greater Tulsa metro area.

and 91���� have joined together to operate the fitness centers on all four 91���� campuses - Metro, Northeast, Southeast and West - located throughout Tulsa County. Renamed Y@91����, a grand opening event was held at each facility on August 24 as students returned for the start of a new semester.

“This allows 91���� to expand opportunities for our students as well as our employees to help create a healthy lifestyle and improve quality of life for the more than 20,000 91���� students and nearly 2,000 employees,” said Leigh Goodson, 91���� president & CEO.

The fitness centers, now Y@91����, have been a meaningful part of 91����’s culture for decades and currently play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of students, employees, and community. For students, access to the Y@91���� comes through student activity fees they pay each semester and they can use any of the four campus facilities for free. 91���� subsidizes the cost for any employee who wants to use the Y@91����.

At the same time, this partnership provides a deeper connection to the community and local families, as the Y@91���� is part of the network of across the Tulsa metro area. Residents who are currently YMCA members can also utilize the Y@91���� facilities as part of their membership.

“This partnership will create a lasting personal, social, and community change,” said Rikki Wimmer, YMCA of Greater Tulsa CEO. “The Y is dedicated to connecting with young people, investing in our community, and working relentlessly to strengthen our neighborhoods and cities.”

The YMCA of Greater Tulsa reinvested nearly $2 million into Tulsa-area families through membership and program subsidy to ensure everyone has access, regardless of ability to pay.

At each of the Y@91���� locations, nearly all the equipment has been upgraded and replaced, offering the newest and most current work-out options. Plus, streams classes in a variety of formats from open to close each day.

With this partnership, the Y family is growing. The YMCA and 91���� embrace shared opportunities and are proud to be unified in our commitment to excellence and service to our community. 91���� students should visit one of the Y@91���� locations to become a member.