The Athens YMCA is a non-profit organization devoted to serving people of all ages and backgrounds Come by today!
The Athens YMCA is an independent Y that has been a part of the Athens community since 1857. Our current facility is on Hawthorne Avenue, and holds over 4 acres of field space, 10+ acres of woods, a state-of-the-art facility with 3 basketball gyms, a full fitness center, a women's only fitness center, 2 multi-purpose rooms, a cycling room, aerobic room, Tae Kwon Do / Kickboxing room, indoor pool, outdoor pool, playground, and membership rates for youth programming.
05/29/2026
CK is not the only thing that is ALL THAT... so are our staff and LITs! They kicked off Camp Kelley's 90th summer with so much energy and love!
Congrats to our Coaches and Campers of the week and our week 1 spirit stick winners! We see your lights shining!
Coach: Alex
LIT: Piper
Warriors: Keira
Braves: Hampton
Indians: Drury
Cubs: Hazel
Spirit Stick: BRAVES
05/29/2026
CK is not the only thing that is ALL THAT... so are our staff and LITs! They kicked off Camp Kelley's 90th summer with so much energy and love!
Congrats to our Coaches and Campers of the week and our week 1 spirit stick winners! We see your lights shining!
Coach: Alex
LIT: Piper
Warriors: Keira
Braves: Hampton
Indians: Drury
Cubs: Hazel
Spirit Stick: BRAVES
What a start to summer 90! Despite the rain, we had a blast! Camp Kelley is really ALL THAT!
05/19/2026
If you’ve noticed a MAJOR glow-up in our camp videos lately… you’re absolutely right.
That’s because we have someone super special behind the scenes bringing the energy, creativity, and vision to life!
Meet our Content Creator — Nae Blake!
From capturing unforgettable camp moments to creating videos that truly showcase the spirit of the Y, Nae has been working hard to help tell our story in a whole new way
We are so excited to have her talent, creativity, and passion on our team! Be sure to show Nae some love in the comments! 💕
05/17/2026
Let's go LITs (leaders in training)!
All 23 passed their certification to teach swim instruction to Camp Kelley campers! This donor funded program incorporates swim instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Our aquatics team did an incredible job preparing them for this super special element in day camp!
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We made this video for our staff, but it was too sweet not to share.
Every day at the Athens Y, we have the privilege of helping kids grow stronger and brighter. Hearing them talk about who makes their light shine reminds us why this work matters so much.
The Athens Y is more than a place — it’s a community of people who show up and help each other shine brighter.
Be a light.
:16 💎
05/10/2026
Thank you to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, aunties, mentors, and more who make every moment more fun, supportive, and full of love.
Happy Mothers Day! 💕
05/04/2026
This weekend, our Camp Kelley 2026 staff made their way to AYC for our annual Overnight Retreat! This weekend was centered around Matthew 5:16, let your light shine!
They trained, they played games, they danced, they celebrated each other and they got us super excited for day one of camp!
This group of staff is something special. Team 90, keep shining your lights!
04/30/2026
Join us for our Spring Pop-Up Event on Monday, May 4th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and shop beautiful gifts for Mother’s Day, graduations, or just because 💕!
Even better—20% of all proceeds go back to support the Y and the programs that strengthen our community!
Can’t make it in person? No problem!
Shop online and use code GIVEBACK-LTZDN—your purchase will still give back 20%!
Shop with purpose. Support your Y.
04/28/2026
Registration for the 45th Annual Coach Mike Run Through the Woods 5K is now open!!!
This special event brings together runners, families, and our entire community to celebrate health, teamwork, and Coach Mike’s lasting impact.
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering, we want to see you on the trails on August 1st!
| Monday | 6am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 6am - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 6am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 6am - 9pm |
| Friday | 6am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 5pm |