YMCA of Greater Charlotte

CrossFit, cycling, yoga, and hundreds of free group classes for you and your family to enjoy! Find your class with free membership & activation for a limited time at the Y: https://tinyurl.com/27z4b69u

🌟 Join the fun at Kids' Night Out – where parents unwind and kiddos play! 🎉

Find upcoming events and drop-off locations here: https://bit.ly/ymcakidsnightout

Our affordable drop-off childcare program is the perfect way for parents to enjoy a night on the town, kick back and recharge while your little ones explore activities under our caring staff.

This fee-based program requires reservations in advance!

There’s no fun like Winter Camp fun at the Y 🙌 ! Kids from 5 - 12 yrs old get into the holiday spirit with outdoor and indoor activities in a safe, inclusive place where they can be themselves.

Register for the entire winter break or single days of your choosing: https://bit.ly/winterbreakcamp2023

Get ready to come together, Charlotte, as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 30th Annual McCrorey YMCA MLK Holiday Celebration!

Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/4br8zzzt

Since 1993, this annual event has engaged a diverse audience who come together to honor Dr. King’s spirit of service. Join us on January 15th, 8 am, at the Charlotte Convention Center to celebrate his spirit of service and keep his dream alive as we work towards justice, equity, and inclusion for all.

Balance and Beam with Gymnastics! Coordination 🤸🏿‍ Flexibility 🤸🏿‍ Discipline 🤸🏿‍ Strength 🤸🏿‍ Confidence 🤸🏿‍ Mental Focus 🤸🏿‍ Kids Learn Skills with Lifelong Benefits in Our Gymnastics Programs: https://tinyurl.com/ymefvnb3

A play not to miss! ONLY A FEW SHOWS available to enjoy our 21st Annual ballet “The Nutcracker”, a family-friendly holiday favorite performed by our Harris YMCA Dance company.

Grab your ticket to enjoy the magic: https://www.ymcacharlotte.org/community-events/the-nutcracker-1

Did you know the Y offers Kids' Night Out!? Providing drop-off childcare during evening hours, Kids’ Night Out lets parents and caregivers enjoy activities away from the Y.

Check out upcoming events and drop-off locations here: https://bit.ly/ymcakidsnightout

Closing out Diabetes Prevention Month with Aida's inspiring journey! 🌟

Knowing that she had a family history of diabetes and wanting to be more proactive about her health, Aida joined the Diabetes Prevention Program offered in Spanish at our Harris YMCA. This one-of-a-kind program is not only offered in Spanish, but also provides participants with a free Y membership, allowing them to put their learnings into practice through regular exercise.

Since joining the program in January, Aida has not only lost weight, but gained a healthier mindset by making overall informed lifestyle choices.

Learn more about this program that's breaking barriers and providing equitable access for all: https://tinyurl.com/5n8djtve

Activate your commitment to diversity and inclusion in the Queen City by supporting Native American authors, artists and business owners during .

Pick up a new book penned by a Native American author or take the entire family out to a Native American-owned shop, restaurant or art gallery – ask questions and get your children involved!

🦌 Last chance to register for the Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K! Don’t miss this chance to enjoy some holiday fun for the whole family, including a Kids’ Obstacle Course, costumes, snacks, & medals🏅: https://bit.ly/2023kruegerreindeerromp5k

Give the gift of opportunity! In addition to volunteering with our programs and events this Giving Tuesday, you can also support the Y and our mission to continue transforming lives. Find your reason to give here: https://tinyurl.com/28sk8a79

💝 This Giving Tuesday, consider donating your time and volunteer for one of our many opportunities to give back to our community. 🙌 ⬇️

Full list of opportunities:
https://bit.ly/ymcavolunteeropportunities

🍱 Provide food for neighbors in need at our Food Shares!

🤝 Build relationships by being a buddy for youth in our Adaptive Sports Program!

📚Create safe spaces for kids to learn and grow in literacy programs like Y Readers!

📋 Help run fundraising race events and other community gatherings!

No matter the event or program you choose, your efforts are impacting lives and showing our community that we are here for them. ❤

During , we invite you to take the opportunity to connect with Native American individuals and communities in and around the Charlotte area.

Discover Native and Indigenous communities living around us and explore ways you can connect, learn and support: https://native-land.ca/

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, Charlotte! 🍁

We’re grateful today and every day for our incredible community. Thank you for trusting the YMCA to strengthen our bonds, enrich lives, and build a stronger, healthier future together. Wishing you all a day filled with love, joy, and gratitude.

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte encourages our community to take the opportunity to reflect during . What do you think of when you hear the term “Native American?”

Many traditional stereotypes and biases are unknowingly hurtful, disrespectful and inaccurate. Take the first step by recognizing and reflecting – then visit siouxymca.org/resources for videos and resources by Native American individuals and communities on this topic.

In honor of , we encourage our community to learn about the contributions, achievements and struggles of Native Americans through their own words.

Visit nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov for resources featuring the work and viewpoints of Native American individuals and communities.

Spots are still available on our Swim Teams! Designed for all levels of ability, our youth Swim Teams emphasize the fun of swimming while encouraging kids to realize their full athletic potential 🏊🏻‍ 🏊🏽 🏊🏼‍♀️: https://bit.ly/yogccompetitiveswim

Price increases tomorrow, register for The Truist Corporate Cup today! This 5K, Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, & Fun Run is on Saturday, 3/2 and is perfect for runners of all ages & abilities: https://bit.ly/ymcacorporatecup2024

It’s now or never! If you’re going to enjoy Early Bird savings for YMCA Camp Thunderbird, you must register for Summer 2024 today. Rates go up at the stroke of midnight—click to save: https://bit.ly/campthunderbirdovernightcamp

🕊️ Early Bird Registration for YMCA Camp Harrison expires TODAY (12/15) at midnight! Click the link to guarantee your camper’s spot for Summer 2024: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp

After 11/15, you can’t get the lowest rate of the season! 😭

⌛️ Going…going…GONE! Early Bird Registration is about to expire. This is your last chance to secure a spot at YMCA Camp Harrison at the lowest rate for Summer 2024.

Hurry before it’s too late 😬: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp

Winter Camp at the Y is a bundle of fun for kids between 5 and 12 years. They’ll enjoy sports 🏀, swimming 🏊‍♀️, arts & crafts 🎨, field trips 🚌 , and more (check with your local branch for activity details).

Secure your camper's spot for the entire Winter Break or select specific days: https://bit.ly/winterbreakcamp2023

Here's your last chance to get the lowest rate of the season for YMCA Camp Thunderbird!

Register before 11/15/23 at midnight to get the Early Bird rate for Summer 2024: https://bit.ly/campthunderbirdovernightcamp

Being an Early Bird is quick, convenient, and smart! When you register NOW for YMCA Camp Harrison, you secure your child’s spot for Summer 2024 and get the lowest rate of the season 😉: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp

Happy Veteran’s Day 🇺🇸! Today, we are recognizing one of our own veterans and sharing gratitude with all who’ve served.

Ron Horn, an Irvine, KY native, applies skills learned in the Air Force and Army to his role at the Y daily as Vice President of IT. With almost a decade of military experience specializing in cryptography, a form of electric warfare and intelligence, Ron learned leadership, accountability and loyalty, as well as experience working with individuals from other cultures and backgrounds – all of which have translated well to his work at the Y.

Ron appreciates that the Y embraces military families and veterans through military memberships, volunteer opportunities and childcare as well its’ overall genuine compassion for people and serving others.

Ron, who played baseball while stationed in Japan, now enjoys playing music and golf.

Learn about our Military offerings here: https://tinyurl.com/mvh9xcpj

We’re grateful for the incredible support of the Wells Fargo Volunteer group in assisting our McCrorey Family YMCA recent Foodshare! Their hard work will ensure that adults and children in need have food to eat. 🍏🍞

Thank you for making a difference in our community! ❤️

Use Early Bird Registration for YMCA Camp Thunderbird now, while there’s time. Spots are filling quickly for Summer 2024 and you don’t want your child to miss their chance to find their wings 🦅: https://bit.ly/campthunderbirdovernightcamp

Pssst…we want to remind you that Early Bird Registration won’t last forever! 🤫

When you register now, you guarantee your camper’s spot for Summer 2024 at YMCA Camp Harrison: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp

PLUS, you lock in the lowest rate for the season!

🏅 It’s Medal Monday, everybody!

🏅 Register NOW for the 2023 Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K, which is just a short month away 😬. Don’t miss your chance to have holiday fun while earning bragging rights 😉: https://bit.ly/2023kruegerreindeerromp5k

Early Bird Registration ends at midnight on 11/15. Register for Summer 2024 at YMCA Camp Thunderbird now. You not only secure your camper’s spot, but you also get the lowest rate for the season😃: https://bit.ly/campthunderbirdovernightcamp

All-time lowest rate for Summer 2024 + a guaranteed spot at YMCA Camp Harrison! Taking advantage of Early Bird Registration just makes sense. Click the link to get started…ready, set, GO: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp

🏊🏽 Eat. Sleep. Swim. Repeat. Join the Y Swim Team Today! This program helps elementary-aged kids and teens make local friends, have fun, and enjoy a little bit of friendly competition 🏊🏽: https://bit.ly/yogccompetitiveswim

Come out to enjoy “The Nutcracker,” a fun, family-friendly ballet by our Harris YMCA Dance Company that’ll get you into the holiday spirit. ONLY TWO show dates are available, get your ticket while times last: https://www.ymcacharlotte.org/community-events/the-nutcracker-1

Our staff and members throughout our Y wish everyone a spooktacular Halloween! May your day be filled with all treats 🍬, and no tricks 🎃 👻!

Register for the 2023 Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K & guarantee your hoodie, we can’t wait to see you & your family at our Harris YMCA for some holiday fun: https://bit.ly/2023kruegerreindeerromp5k

YMCA Camp Harrison is one of the best ways to pave the way for a fun-filled summer. And when you secure your camper’s spot NOW, you get the Early Bird rate, which is the lowest for Summer 2024 😎: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp

Say hello to our new President & CEO, Sue Glass! Please join us in welcoming her to the Queen City: https://tinyurl.com/mwf2txp3

YMCA Camp Harrison is where life-changing memories are made! Through devotional & recreational activities, campers will have a fun-filled Summer 2024. Click to save with Early Bird Registration: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp

The Charlotte Hornets have teamed up with the YMCA of Greater Charlotte for a partnership focused on making an impact in the Charlotte community through healthier equality and youth programming.

Register your child or teen for Basketball 🏀 to improve their skills while building lasting friendships. Register before November 12th to get the best rates: https://bit.ly/ymcawinteryouthbasketball

Early Bird Registration for YMCA Camp Harrison ends 11/15! Don’t miss this chance to get the lowest rate for Summer 2024, so your camper can have adventures on land & water in nature’s playground 😀: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp