The Y in Central Maryland is pleased to announce the hiring of Julie Leventhall as aquatics director at the Orokawa Y in Towson. In this role, Leventhall will oversee all water classes, swim lessons, lifeguards, pool schedules and pool maintenance.

She most recently served as the aquatics director at Kids First Swim Schools in Columbia, Md., where she was responsible for the training and hiring of employees, and the teaching of 1,200 swim students a session. Before this, she worked for the YMCA in New Jersey, starting her career in aquatics as a volunteer at the age of 13. Leventhall then worked as a lifeguard, swim and water fitness instructor, certified pool operator and assistant aquatics director.

Leventhall graduated from the New Jersey Academy of Performing Arts where she majored in drama. She resides in Woodstock, Md.

Our Mission:
The Y in Central Maryland is a charitable organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Our Commitment:

At the Y, we are committed to providing family-oriented, affordable, high quality programs.

A cause driven organization with three areas of vital focus:

• For Youth Development: nurturing the potential of every child and teen
• For Healthy Living: improving our community’s health & well-being
• For Social Responsibility: giving back and providing support for our neighbors

The Y is a place for everyone. People of all races, ages, faiths, gender, abilities, backgrounds and incomes are welcome and financial assistance on a sliding scale is available to those who would otherwise be unable to participate.

Our Values:

Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

More information can be found at www.ymaryland.org.