YMCA Programs

You are why the YMCA offers a diverse selection of healthy programs for all ages. All YMCA programs for kids, teens, adults, seniors and families are built upon the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Whether you join the YMCA for fitness and health, to socialize, meet new friends or to try something new, the dedicated staff will support and encourage you and your family's goals.

Discover what the YMCA experience will provide for you. To find out more about a program of interest, click on the link of the YMCA nearest you to see a list of programs offered.

*Note: Not all YMCAs provide every program. Please click on a YMCA Branch web link to find the programs available at a location nearest you.

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Aquatics

Grab your goggles, take a breath and jump right in.
  • Aquatics Safety
  • Arthritis Swim Class
  • Scuba
  • Swim Lessons
  • Water Fitness

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Arts and Humanities

Creative minds enhance the human experience.
  • Acting
  • Arts and Visuals
  • Make a Film
  • Painting
  • Performing
  • Singing
  • Writing
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Camping

Turn off the TV and plug yourself into the real adventure.
  • Camp Tippecanoe
  • Camp Y-Noah (all year)
  • Outdoor Education
  • Overnight Resident Camp
  • Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs
  • Summer Day Camp
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Child Care

Today's YMCA movement is the largest not-for-profit provider of child care.
  • Child Care
  • Early Care & Education 
  • Child Watch
  • Day Care
  • Infant, Toddler, Preschool, School-aged

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Education

Be mindful of the power within innovative minds.
  • Kindergarten Enrichment
  • Home School Programs
  • Nutrition and Dietary Guidelines
  • Phoenix School
  • Preschool
  • School Aged Child Care
  • Teen Leadership Programs
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Family

Fortify your family by sharing the fun.
  • Family Nights
  • Family Programs
  • Family Strengthening
  • Kids Night Out
  • National Family Week
  • Support Groups and Programs

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Health and Fitness

Loosen your limbs, power up and GO!
  • Cardio Variety
  • Group Exercise
  • Healthy Kids Day
  • High Intensity Training
  • Kickboxing
  • Personal Fitness
  • Pilates
  • Power Cycling
  • Seniorobics
  • SilverSneakers®
  • Step Aerobics
  • Strength Training
  • Technogym
  • Teen Wellness
  • Walking
  • Yoga
  • 45 Days of Fitness
  • 12-Week Personal Fitness Program
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Sports

From meeting new groups to shooting hoops, the YMCA offers individual or team adult and youth sports.
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Dance
  • Gymnastics
  • Martial Arts
  • Racquetball
  • Soccer
  • T-ball
  • Volleyball

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Other

Diversify your day with something new.
  • Adventure Guides and Programs
  • Minority Achievers
  • Community Development Job Training
  • Corporate Team Building
  • Drug Abuse Prevention
  • Earth Service Corps
  • Economic Development Programs
  • Group Programs
  • Hi-Y
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • International Associations
  • Leader Clubs
  • Meeting New Friends
  • Model United Nations
  • Social Clubs
  • Volunteering
  • Y Guides
  • Y Princesses
  • Youth and Government

No matter how you spend your time at the YMCA, you are why we build strong kids, strong families, strong communities.

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YMCA Mission

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.