The wait is over. After two years of recovery and renovations from the aftermath the 2022 F-3 tornado, the Andover YMCA has announced their opening day. The organization opened the water park feature of the fitness center in summer 2023, welcoming a line of guests ready to enjoy the park. On May 20 YMCA members and guests can finally step back into the new and improved Andover YMCA. Of those improvements made is the new 44-foot Luckey Climber that replaced the rock wall feature. The lucky climber is geared towards children, which allows them to safely climb with friends from the main floor of the facility to the second floor while looking out the large windows. While many aspects were replaced due to water damage and destruction from the tornado, staff says that guests can expect a familiar look. For those wanting to catch an early glimpse of the facility, a public open house will be held from 10am-7pm on Friday, May 17. Guests will be able to walk through the facility and speak with staff members. Equipment will not be available for use during this time. The organization has teased that the gymnastics area as well as a new space just for families named Farha Family Park. “We are very proud of what has been accomplished and can’t wait for the Andover Y to be full once again with youth and adults who inspire each other to be their best,” said Y President and CEO Ronn McMahon.
Source: Andover American
