YMCA Arlington

🎉 Y Day Camps are up for being named "Parent Picks," and we need your help!

Can we count on your nomination? You’ll find us listed under "YMCA of Metropolitan DC."

It only takes a minute, but it means the world to our camp team. Thank you for your support, and we’ll see you soon for another amazing summer! ☀️🏕️

👇 Nominate us here:

Washington Parent Picks 2026 — Nominations Are Open! Nominations are open! Tell us which DC-area camps, schools, restaurants and family services deserve to be a Washington Parent Pick for 2026. Deadline: May 31.

Give your child a summer full of discovery, friendship, and fun at YMCA DC Summer Camps!

Our camps provide safe, welcoming spaces where young people can learn new skills, stay active, and connect with caring staff and peers.

🎨🏀🌳 Whether your camper loves sports, arts, STEM, or outdoor play, there’s something for everyone.

Check out all of summer camp options, and grab a spot before they’re filled!

ymcadc.org/programs/camps/day-camp

As we honor Memorial Day tomorrow, please see our modified hours. 🇺🇸

Parents: Looking for a summer experience your child will love? ❤️

YMCA DC Summer Camps help young people grow, connect, and thrive through hands-on activities, teamwork, and unforgettable experiences.

✅ Flexible options
✅ Caring staff
✅ Fun all summer long

Spaces are limited at many locations — register this week to save your spot! ymcadc.org/programs/camps/day-camp

At the Y, we are committed to ensuring every young person has the opportunity to grow, connect and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. Today is the final day of 5 Days of Action, a week-long national campaign to increase awareness of child sexual abuse and empower and equip us all to prevent it.

You can take action by visiting a YMCA of Metropolitan Washington location to sign a Five Days of Action Pledge Card—a simple but powerful way to show your support in raising awareness and preventing child sexual abuse in our community.

Healthy Kids Day is this Saturday, April 18th, will we see you there? Join us for family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families, and a healthy start to the summer season ahead. Come enjoy carnival style games, healthy snacks and so much more!
Parents can also learn about summer camp offerings, childcare, and programs that help kids stay healthy all summer, and all year long!

Check out our schedule and RSVP here: http://www.ymcadc.org/healthykidsday

For Women's History Month we're celebrating women of the Y like Addie Hunton, one of only three African American women assigned to serve over 200,000 segregated Black troops stationed in France as part of the YMCA’s massive World War I support effort.

We're also lifting up Janice Paton, the first woman to be named to the National YMCA Board of Directors in 1962. At the youthful age 26, she broke barriers and paved the way for women’s leadership across the Y movement!

Learn about these trailblazers and more at ymcadc.org/womens-history-month/

🌟 YMCA Arlington Open House – Tomorrow, 3/27! 🌟

🏋️‍♀️ YMCA Arlington Wellness Center – 3422 13th St N, Arlington, VA 22201
Come explore our facility, enjoy free gym access, and join group exercise classes!

🔥 March Membership Special: Sign up now and save before it disappears at the end of the month!

🎾 YMCA Arlington Tennis & Pickleball Center – 3400 13th St N, Arlington, VA 22201 (next door)
Swing by to see our courts, programs, and coaching. Trial access is available, but please note: the March Membership Special does NOT apply to the Tennis & Pickleball Center.

✅ Free tours and trial access at both facilities – we’ll help you get set up to experience everything!

Don’t miss your chance to check out our programs, try classes, and see why YMCA Arlington is your community for fitness and fun!

Due to the unprecedented severe weather forecast for our region today, all YMCA of Metropolitan Washington locations will close early today at 3:30pm to help ensure the safety of our members, staff, and volunteers.

As we celebrate International Women's Day (March 8), WTOP News is helping us celebrate the strength and resilience of women. YMCA Fairfax County Reston member Becky Lane is setting national records at 75! See her story on how she got started, and how our trainer Pete Gallelli is supporting her journey: https://wtop.com/virginia/2026/03/how-a-fairfax-co-woman-secured-a-new-national-powerlifting-record/

And all are welcome to join today's Open House at Reston including the powerlifting meet at YMCA Reston through 3pm, featuring Becky and so many other strong members!

How a Fairfax Co. woman secured a new national powerlifting record - WTOP News At 75, Reston athlete Becky Lane is breaking national powerlifting records after taking up strength training post‑surgery. She now trains six days a week and continues to prove that age and arthritis don’t limit success.