RiverChase YMCA

09/29/2026

There’s still time to take advantage of our September Membership Offer, but it ends TOMORROW! 👀 Join the Y by September 30 with a $0 Joining Fee + get $50 in Y-Bucks to use toward personal training and other Y programs.

Your goals don’t have to wait until the new year. Get a head start this fall at the Y! 💪 Join now and save: https://hubs.li/Q04yvdp00

09/26/2026

🏊‍♀️💦 MEET AYDA! 💦🏊‍♀️

We’re excited to introduce Ayda, our newest swim instructor at RiverChase YMCA! 🎉

Ayda offers PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS — the perfect way for swimmers to get one-on-one attention, build confidence, improve technique, and have fun in the water! 🌊💙

✨ And the best part? Private lessons are available ALL YEAR LONG! ✨

Whether your swimmer is:
🐠 Just getting comfortable in the water
🏊‍♂️ Learning new strokes
💪 Building confidence
🏅 Working toward the next skill level

Ayda can help them make a splash!

📅 Ready to get your swimmer started? Private lessons are available year-round, so there’s no need to wait for the next session!

👉 Check out private swim lessons and get signed up today!

https://www.gwrymca.org/activity-finder

09/26/2026

BIG DREAMS START SMALL. 🏀

From their first dribble to their first game, YMCA youth sports help kids build confidence, learn teamwork, make friends and have fun along the way.

Register today for Fall 2 Volleyball or Basketball at the RiverChase YMCA!

https://www.gwrymca.org/activity-finder?step=selectActivities

09/26/2026

⏰ Final hours to save! Level up your fitness for less.

Come celebrate our Open House TODAY with an AMAZING Members-Only Personal Training deal to help you reach your goals. We’re making it easier now than ever to invest in yourself with limited-time savings designed to kickstart your health & wellness journey:

✨ Get 8 30-minute sessions for $190 and save $70
✨ Get 8 60-minute sessions for $380 and save $140

TODAY is the last chance for active YMCA members to accept this offer, so act fast to claim your exclusive savings!

Register Now: https://hubs.li/Q04ydxNy0

09/26/2026

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎉

The RiverChase YMCA Open House is happening TODAY!

⏰ Open House: 9 AM–12 PM
🏊 Open Swim: 12–4 PM

Come check out our sampler Group Exercise classes, meet our team, bring a friend, enjoy extra Child Watch activities, and take advantage of our special Personal Training offer!

Then grab your swimsuit and stay for Open Swim from 12–4! 🏊‍♀️☀️

Whether you’re already part of the Y or just curious about what we offer, we’d love to see you today!

09/25/2026

ONE DAY ONLY!! Personal Training Special!

09/25/2026

📚 September is National Literacy Month, and we're celebrating the power of reading!

Across the Gateway Region YMCA, literacy programs help readers of all ages strengthen their skills and build their confidence, thanks to the dedicated people who make these programs possible. 💙

Read our latest blog to see how the Y is supporting readers and learn how you can make an impact as a volunteer tutor today:

This National Literacy Month, discover how Gateway Region YMCA literacy programs, college students, and volunteer tutors are helping children and adults across the St. Louis region strengthen their reading skills, build confidence, and reach their goals.

09/24/2026

1 in 4 adults over 65 experience a fall each year, but most falls are preventable.​ This , we’re reminding older adults that staying active can help you stay strong, steady​, and confident.

A few ways to help reduce your risk of falling:
🏃 Build strength and balance through regular physical activity
🏠 Reduce hazards at home, such as loose rugs and clutter
💬 Talk with your doctor about medications that may cause dizziness or affect your balance

​Plus, the Y is here to help, too! Enhance®Fitness is an evidence-based group exercise program designed specifically for older adults, with exercises focused on cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility​, and balance.​ EnhanceFitness is offered at select Ys across the Gateway Region. Learn more and fill out the interest form to get started: https://hubs.li/Q04y7t300

Falls don’t have to be part of aging. Together, we can stay strong today for a steady tomorrow. 💙

09/24/2026

1 in 4 adults over 65 experience a fall each year, but most falls are preventable.​ This , we’re reminding older adults that staying active can help you stay strong, steady​, and confident.

A few ways to help reduce your risk of falling:
🏃 Build strength and balance through regular physical activity
🏠 Reduce hazards at home, such as loose rugs and clutter
💬 Talk with your doctor about medications that may cause dizziness or affect your balance

​Plus, the Y is here to help, too! Enhance®Fitness is an evidence-based group exercise program designed specifically for older adults, with exercises focused on cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility​, and balance.​ EnhanceFitness is offered at select Ys across the Gateway Region. Learn more and fill out the interest form to get started: https://hubs.li/Q04y7t8k0

Falls don’t have to be part of aging. Together, we can stay strong today for a steady tomorrow. 💙

09/24/2026

Do you have a favorite personal trainer at the Y? 💪 Leave the Y a Google review and give a shout-out to the trainer who keeps you motivated and helps you reach your goals: https://hubs.li/Q04yddJy0 You might just help someone else find their favorite trainer, too!

Looking to start personal training? Now's the perfect time! On September 26, active Y members can take advantage of our ONE-DAY-ONLY Personal Training special:

✨ Get 8 30-minute sessions for $190 and save $70
✨ Get 8 60-minute sessions for $380 and save $140

Learn more and get started: https://hubs.li/Q04yddJz0

09/24/2026

💪 Big fitness goals, small prices

We are celebrating our Open House on September 26th with an AMAZING Members-Only Personal Training deal to help you reach your goals. We’re making it easier than ever to invest in yourself with limited-time savings designed to kickstart your health & wellness journey:

✨ Get 8 30-minute sessions for $190 - save $70
✨ Get 8 60-minute sessions for $380 - save $140

The offer is good for ONE DAY ONLY for active YMCA members, so act fast to claim your exclusive savings!

Register Now: https://hubs.li/Q04ydfjL0

09/23/2026

One week left! 👀 September may be winding down, but there’s still time to save when you join the Y! Now through September 30, join with a $0 Joining Fee + get $50 in Y-Bucks to use toward personal training and other Y programs: https://hubs.li/Q04y8RWs0

At the YMCA, more comes with your membership, including free group exercise classes, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, access to 24 Y locations across the Gateway Region (plus Nationwide Membership!), and so much more.

There’s still time to make September the month you get started. 💪

09/23/2026

One week left! 👀 September may be winding down, but there’s still time to save when you join the Y! Now through September 30, join with a $0 Joining Fee + get $50 in Y-Bucks to use toward personal training and other Y programs: https://hubs.li/Q04y8RVm0

At the YMCA, more comes with your membership, including free group exercise classes, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, access to 24 Y locations across the Gateway Region (plus Nationwide Membership!), and so much more.

There’s still time to make September the month you get started. 💪

09/23/2026

Did you know volleyball was invented at the YMCA in 1895? 🤔🏐 Today on National Volleyball Day, the Y is celebrating the power of play, teamwork, and community. For over 130 years, volleyball has been bringing people together across generations and skill levels, and it all started at the Y!

Hit the court during Fall II volleyball (and basketball)! Registration ends October 12th: https://hubs.li/Q04y7x2x0

09/22/2026

Join the Y this Thursday evening, September 24th, for another round of FREE virtual healthy living presentations by Washington University medical students! Register to receive the Zoom link: https://hubs.li/Q04y4c2J0

1️⃣ 6-6:30pm | ​Weight Monitoring as a Tool for Diabetes Risk Reduction
Alex is a 4th year medical student at WashU. She is originally from North Carolina and moved to St. Louis for medical school. She is applying for medical residency now and is hoping to become a pediatric anesthesiologist.

2️⃣ 6:30-7pm | Understanding Your Habits - Uncovering unhelpful habits and creating new healthy ones
Maggie Minett is a 4th-year medical student at WashU. After studying chemistry at Mount Holyoke College, Maggie became a chemistry tutor and discovered her passion for teaching and mentorship. She is applying to internal medicine residency and hopes to become a physician-educator. In her free time, Maggie likes to paint, draw, and run in Forest Park.

09/21/2026

Early bird savings end TODAY for fall II youth sports! Register now to save $15 off registration fees: https://hubs.li/Q04xZH_r0

09/21/2026

TODAY is your last chance to join the Y and get $75 in Y-Bucks to put toward personal training and other Y programs!

And your September savings don't stop there. There's still NO Joining Fee all month long! 🙌

If you’ve been thinking about joining, today’s the day to get the most out of our September offer 👉 https://hubs.li/Q04xTkN60

09/18/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month, a reminder that mental health is an important part of our overall well-being.​ 🫶

A simple check-in, ​offering a listening ear​, or letting someone know they’re not alone can make a meaningful difference. This month and every month, let’s continue making conversations about mental health more normal, ​open, and compassionate.

If you or someone you know needs support, the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7​ by call or text.

​Mental health is how we think, feel, and act. We all have mental health! 💜

09/17/2026

How do you create a welcoming environment for everyone? During our final few days of Welcoming Week, try the following:

👋 Introduce yourself to someone new and start a conversation
☕ Invite a Y friend to grab coffee after class
❤️ Check in on someone you haven't seen at the Y lately
🙌 Thank a staff member or volunteer who makes you feel welcome

Because everyone deserves to feel like they belong.
👉 Learn more about Welcoming Week: https://hubs.li/Q04xfxkL0

09/16/2026

Our roots shape us. Our cultures connect us. ❤️

As we continue celebrating Welcoming Week, yesterday also marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15–October 15, we celebrate the Hispanic and Latino traditions, stories, and people that strengthen our communities.

At the Y, Welcoming Week is all about bringing neighbors together, learning from one another, and creating a place where everyone feels like they belong.

Here’s to celebrating the cultures that make our communities stronger! 🙌