Empowering Our Youth
At the Gateway Region YMCA, we believe every child deserves a safe place to learn, grow, and belong. Through youth sports, swimming, camps, and family programs, we help kids build confidence, make friends, and discover their full potential — all while having fun.
Youth Sports
Our sports programs keep kids active, teach friendly competition and introduce healthy practices for life. Explore our activities and learn why physical activity is so important for a child’s growth and well-being.
Swimming Lessons
Our swim lessons and classes aren’t just great for exercise; they also build life skills and offer the opportunity for kids and families to bond in a safe environment.
Child Care
Whether it's at our Early Childhood Education Centers, Y-Club Before & After School Care, or Summer Camp, the Y is here to provide a safe, enriching place for children to learn and grow.
Child Watch
While you're increasing your heart rate, your kids can play, release some energy and make new friends in a supervised, caring environment - all free with your Y family membership.
Teen Programs
The Y connects teens to their potential, purpose and each other so they can shape the communities of tomorrow, today. We provide a variety of programs to improve students’ educational readiness and progress, while helping them grow emotionally and physically, too.
Your Child's Safety is Our Top Priority
Serving the youth in our community is a vital part of our mission, and we are committed to creating a safe environment for the thousands of children and teens we serve every year.
The Gateway Region YMCA has been awarded Praesidium Accreditation® by Praesidium, the leader in abuse risk management. Praesidium Accreditation® is a prestigious honor that publicly demonstrates the organization has worked to achieve the highest industry standards in abuse prevention.