Belle Chasse YMCA

Staff Directory

Belle Chasse YMCA


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Dana Wattigney


Executive Director

(504) 392-9622

danaw@ymcaneworleans.org

Why Dana loves the Y: "I love the Y because my family loves the Y. The Y can be life changing!"


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Vanessa Paige


Associate Executive Director

504-392-8622 x404

vanessap@ymcaneworleans.org

Why Vanessa loves the Y: “I love the Y because I love seeing the smiles on all of the kids' faces and watching them grow into young adults.”


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Jena Lafrance


Membership & Marketing Director

(504) 392-9622

jenal@ymcaneworleans.org

Why Jena loves the Y: “I love the Y because I can see the positive difference it makes in people’s lives each day. Everyone who walks through our door has the shared goal of creating a healthier and happier life which continually inspires me. I feel blessed to be a part of such an amazing organization and community.”


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Anna Thomas


Sports and Wellness Director

(504) 392-9622

annat@ymcaneworleans.org

Why Anna loves the Y: "I love the Y because I get to see children and adults thrive in different aspects of fitness; from sports to working out. Getting to see people reach goals and achieve new things is truly inspiring."


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Johnie Bridges


Community Aquatics Director

504-392-9622 ext. 403

johnieb@ymcaneworleans.org

Why Johnie loves the Y: “I love the Y because I get to form relationships with families from swim lessons, swim team, and working in the facility. I am so grateful to be a part of this team and organization.”