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YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas

Before and After School Fun

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Our Y's before- and after-school programs are where kids make new friends, tackle homework, and enjoy activities. Join us for an experience that helps kids thrive—in and out of the classroom.  

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Hiring For Fall

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Whether you want to work in child care or coach our youth soccer teams, we have opportunities for you this fall. 
 

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Come Try The Y

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Exercise with us, join a group class, or take a swim. Experience all the Y has to offer with a one-day pass.
 

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Stay Active Together

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Get ready to tackle your wellness goals with our Small Group Training. Whether you are learning through our Women on Weights or pushing for results in our Sprint 8 GX, we have something for everyone.   

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On Par For A Huge Impact

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Join us for the annual First Tee Golf Classic on Friday, October 4. Register to participate or contribute to help us expand our impact.

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We Offer Financial Assistance

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No matter your financial situation, we’ve got you covered. Apply for assistance and unlock all the benefits of membership—because we believe in making our community stronger, together. 

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE Y

How You Can Practice Water Safety

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In the United States, someone dies from drowning every 10 minutes. One out of every five drowning victims is a child, and for every child who drowns, another five children get treated for injuries related to being submerged in water.
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We Won the Prestigious "Small Budget Star" Award

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We are proud to announce that the North American YMCA Development Organization (NAYDO) has honored us with the esteemed "Small Budget Star" award. This recognition is a testament to our dedication to excellence in communication and fundraising efforts.
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Know. See. Respond. How Are You Taking Action?

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Save the dates. April 15-19, the YMCA will participate in the Five Days of Action campaign to increase awareness of child sexual abuse and how all adults can prevent it when we “Know. See. Respond.” We pledge to protect the children we serve, and we hope you will too.
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At the Y, We Prevent Drowning

Michael participated in our Second Grade Learn to Swim program and now can jump into the deep end and swim to the other side of the pool with confidence and knowledge. Thank you to the donors who make this program possible to prevent drowning.

At the Y, We Help Kids Succeed

Leilani was struggling to learn, and had a hard time communicating. Thanks to Leilani's experience at the Y, her family didn’t have to worry about her starting kindergarten.

At the Y, We Prepare Teens for Life

Teen Leaders Club made an impact and brought out individuality in sisters, Ella, Makayla, and Rebecca. 
 

At the Y, We Help People Grow Healthier in Spirit, Mind, and Body

Atoya started her wellness journey at the Y to lose weight, but realized she was struggling mentally as well as physically. The Y encouraged her to be herself and lose the weight. She's now a group exercise instructor at the Y to help others live a healthy lifestyle. 

Our 2023 Impact

113958
Kids participated in programs.
16451
Participants gained confidence in and around the water.
311697
People led a healthier lifestyle by coming to the Y.
548
Teens involved in YMCA programs.

Give to the Y

When you give to the Y, you support programs and services that help kids succeed, prevent drowning, prepare teens for life and help people grow healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The Y is needed now more than ever to meet the evolving needs of our community.

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