Hamilton Family YMCA

🎓 STUDENTS TODAY. LEADERS TOMORROW.

Youth Leadership Chattanooga (YLC) is a college and career readiness program for high school sophomores and juniors with leadership potential.

Selected students spend the year building leadership skills, exploring career opportunities, learning about Hamilton County and connecting with a diverse network of peers.

Ready to lead? Apply today: https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/youth-leadership-chattanooga

Tomorrow kicks off Hunger Action Month, a time to come together and fight food insecurity in our community. 🍂🍎

The J.A. Henry YMCA prepares, packs and distributes meals to children and families in need all year long. This Hunger Action Month, we’re asking you to lend a hand:

☕ Grab a Pumpkin Spice Latte at BeCaffeinated: a portion of proceeds from every Pumpkin Spice Latte purchased will support the J.A. Henry Y.
🤝 Volunteer at the J.A. Henry Y: help prepare and pack meals for local children and families.
💙 Give back: make a donation online or reach out to the J.A. Henry YMCA team to learn how you can help.

Learn More: https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/events/hunger-action-month

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA new season starts soon!

This free, 12-week program is designed to help cancer survivors rebuild strength, improve well-being and find community after treatment. 💛

Led by YMCA coaches, participants will:
💪 Build strength and muscle
🧘 Increase flexibility and endurance
⚡ Boost energy and confidence
❤️ Create a community of fellow survivors

Healing is stronger together. Visit https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/programs/healthy-living/livestrong to learn more.

💪 Big energy, bigger fun: POWER KIDS!

Power Kids is a youth fitness class designed for kids ages 7-11 to build strength, confidence & coordination while having fun & staying active.

📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:30-5:15 pm
🔗 View class times & more in the YMCA360 app!

O'YEAH – Your next adventure is calling! 🇮🇪

Join us Oct. 15-24, 2027, for a guided journey through Ireland.

From the vibrant streets of Dublin to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher and the scenic Ring of Kerry, experience Ireland’s rich history, charming villages and unforgettable landscapes.

🏰 Explore iconic castles and historic landmarks
🌊 Take in Ireland’s breathtaking coastlines
☘️ Discover Dublin, Galway and more
🩵 GIVE BACK; These trips directly fund free meals for local kids

Learn more: https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/adventurers

🏊🚴🏃 SWIM. BIKE. RUN. GIVE BACK.

Take on our indoor triathlon with 15 minutes of swimming, 15 minutes of biking and 15 minutes of running. Your distance determines your performance — and every participant helps support life-changing programs at the Y.

From adaptive programming and LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA to income-based memberships and more, you’re putting your fitness to work for your community. 💙

📅 Oct. 11, 2026
💲 $35 members | $50 non-members
Learn more: https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/events/tri-your-community-0

Your goals deserve more than a guess. 💪

Pair personal training with a SECA body composition scan to get a clearer picture of your starting point and build a plan that works for you.

Plus, every YMCA member gets FREE:
✨ Wellness consultation
💪 Personal training sessions
📊 SECA body composition scan
(over lifetime of membership)

Move better: https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/programs/wellness/personal-training

🎉 Leave the kiddos to us this Friday for Parents’ Night Out!

Enjoy an evening out with peace of mind. Your children will be supervised by highly trained staff as they make new friends and create lasting memories.

From fun activities and crafts to games and more, the night is packed with excitement — and the best part? Dinner is on us. 🍕✨

Visit https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/programs/childcare-and-camps/parents-night-out to learn more!

We're cooking up something special — more classes, more times and more delicious, nutritious fun coming your way! 🍳

Learn new skills, try fresh recipes and build confidence one dish at a time. 🥕✨

Visit https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/programs/healthy-living/teaching-kitchen to learn more and reserve your spot!