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Join us for Healthy Kids Day!

On Saturday, April 29 from 11 AM - 1 PM, the Y is holding a free community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active. Are the kids in your life already dreaming of summer? When kids are inspired, they can do anything. Let’s awaken their imagination so they can explore new activities and healthy habits.

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We are hiring! You belong here!

Members, do you know someone who may be interested in joining one of NJ's Top Workplaces? We want to know them too! Now - Friday, March 31, members refer a friend, family member, or someone you know that would be a good fit for any of our open positions (including full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions at the Family Center and F.M. Kirby Children's Center). If they apply for a position, YOU receive a $500 Y credit per referral.

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Spring and Summer 2023 Session Registration

We are happy to announce our 10- week Spring Session begins the week of April 10, 2023. Our Summer Session begins the week of June 26, 2023. Priority Member Registration is open. Open Registration begins Friday, March 24, 2023. Search our catalog of classes and plan the fun today!

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The place to be for Summer of '23!

Campers embark on a fun and magical journey!

With three locations (Drew University, F.M. Kirby Children's Center and the Family Center) for the Summer of '23, Quest Camps is indeed the place to be! From preschool through 10th grade, campers will have a great experience reaching their goals through building character and independence through a variety of age-appropriate activities led by thoughtful, caring staff.

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TOGETHER HAS NEVER MATTERED MORE

We have renewed enthusiasm as our community returns to more familiar social, volunteer and wellness activities. In this year of renewal, our Annual Campaign is more important than ever. Give today!

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Find Your Fit at the Y

Find Your Fit at the Y!

Fitness is a very personal journey that does not have a linear path to success. We aim to help each individual reach their vision of success in their own unique way. The Y is a place for everyone, no matter your fitness level or your wellness goals. At the Y, you get to write your own journey, and we will support you at every turn. Look at our Membership Overview and Join Us to Find Your Fit!

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Updates and Resources

We know how important the Y is to you and all the communities we serve. Your health and well-being remain our highest priority. Learn more about our commitment to cleaning, sanitizing, air filtration, and our mask policy.

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Take the Virtual Tour of the Facility!

Select classroom opportunities are available for the school year. Kirby is a safe, educational, and fun place for children ages 6 weeks - 5 years old to grow, learn and play.

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Events

  • Pet Supplies Drive | February 20 - April 1

  • Spring and Summer Session Registration | Ongoing

  • Blood Drive | March 31

  • Lifeguard Recertification Course | April 2

  • Easter CLOSED | April 9

  • Spring Session Classes Begin | April 10

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Announcements
  • Facility Enhancements: Fitness Center Flooring Project
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  • Member Get a Staff Member Campaign: Now - March 31
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  • Fitness Center and EGYM FAQs
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  • Kids Central Open Play and Babysitting Expand Hours Beginning 11/28
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  • Fitness Center Transformation Project- updated 11/14
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Are You Awesome?

We're growing and we're hiring! Interested in working for the Madison Area YMCA but not sure where to start? Let us help! Tell us a little about yourself and your interests and email it to Associate Director, Program Operations and Administration Sweta Patel today! Join us in a supportive work environment, enjoy a free YMCA membership and the great satisfaction from impacting the life of children, adults and families.

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Customized, full-body strength training workout in just 20 minutes? YES!

The reimagining of our Family Center's fitness space is underway. Installation of the EGYM smart strength circuit is complete.
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Membership
Become a Member Today!

Want to join the Y or need to reactivate your membership? We're here to help! When you join the Madison Area YMCA, you become part of a worldwide association of people working together to improve the quality of life for individuals, families and the community.

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Open Play and Babysitting

Kids Central is an indoor modular playground. For preschool and school-age children, Kids Central features include a cargo bridge, trolley glide, gym ring challenge and monkey bars. A dedicated toddler area includes stand-alone elements such as wall-mounted games and stationary sit-on cars/animal. Check out our Open Play and Babysitting schedule today!

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Download our Mobile App Today!

The Madison Area YMCA's free app acts as a digital membership card. Link both your membership card and your family members to have in one easily accessible location! Check classes and schedules. Connect to our cardio equipment. Engage in Fitness Challenges, redeem rewards points, check out personal training workouts, track your activity and more!

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We have Programs for Everybody!

With programs for all ages including adults and seniors, we nurture the potential of kids, help people live healthier lives, and support our neighbors. Individual program descriptions and availability for programs that require registration can be searched by Age and/or Program Area. Find your way to get involved! Members receive a discount on Program Fees.

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Child Care / Education
Specialists in Early Childhood Education and Quality Child Care. The F.M. Kirby Children’s Center of the Madison Area YMCA offers full-day and half-day for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Learn more today!
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Teens
Madison Chatham Coalition

Night of Conversation: A Prevention Podcast: Substance use and mental health can be challenging topics to discuss with teens. Night of Conversation is an initiative to support parents to raise healthy teens empowered to make good choices including avoiding the use of alcohol and drugs. Tune into “Night of Conversation: A Prevention Podcast.

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Project Community Pride
The news and uncertainty is likely provoking some level of stress and anxiety in all of us. Project Community Pride is a Youth & Teen Counseling and Support Program and here to help. Project Community Pride is now offering Telehealth appointments. Click below to learn more.
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