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YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas

Summer Camp

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Summer camps include day camp, overnight camp, sports camp, specialty camp, preschool camp, and YOLA. With various camps to choose from, there's no doubt you'll find something for your kid to experience this summer. 

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Become a Leader

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Are you looking for a place where you can always be yourself? Join one of our awesome teen programs. You’ll learn leadership skills while meeting new people and participating in many fun activities.

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Learning Through STEM

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Sign your kid up for our fun and educational before- and after-school program. They will build friendships while learning through science, technology, engineering, and math.

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Creating Lifelong Learners

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Our preschool program offers kids a chance to explore different subjects and learning methods while having lots of fun.
 

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Fall Programs Now Open

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Soccer, dance, volleyball, we have something for everyone. Discover what your Y offers and kick off your fall season.
 

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Improve Your Water Skills

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Our swim lessons can give your family the confidence to be safe around water. We have opportunities for all; it is never too late to learn. 

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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE Y

Celebrating Teachers This May

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May is more than just a month on the calendar; it's a time to pause, reflect, and express gratitude for the tireless dedication of our educators. As Teacher Appreciation Month unfolds, it's essential to recognize teachers' profound impact on shaping future generations' minds and hearts.
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2024 YMCA Community Impact Dinner

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On Thursday, April 18, we celebrated our 2023 volunteers and donors at our annual Community Impact Dinner. This event allowed us to express our gratitude to everyone who supports our mission and anticipate the exciting possibilities for the coming years.
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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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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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