07/03/2026
Our center will be closed July 4 in recognition of Independence Day! Have a safe holiday weekend, and we will see you back here on Sunday, July 5! 🇺🇸
For Youth Development, For Healthy Living, For Social Responsibility Want to get fit with the whole family? The Gahanna/John E.
Bickley YMCA offers all kinds of programs for all ages. Our location has indoor and outdoor pools, studios, and even a whirlpool and sauna for you to relax after your workout. If you need more time for your workout or even just a night off, we offer Child Watch, Toddler Time, and Parent’s Night Out Events. From Family Fun Days to their LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program for cancer survivors, this Y is there to serve the community.
07/03/2026
Our center will be closed July 4 in recognition of Independence Day! Have a safe holiday weekend, and we will see you back here on Sunday, July 5! 🇺🇸
06/18/2026
In observance of , our location will have limited hours of 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Regular operations will resume Saturday, June 20. Please plan your visit accordingly!
05/24/2026
We will have limited hours tomorrow! Happy 🇺🇸
Today is our Day of Giving! A day where we’re calling on our Central Ohio community to come together and help us continue making a lasting impact across our neighborhoods. Our goal is to raise $10,000 in just ONE day, and every dollar helps strengthen our community.
Here are some quick numbers on how your donation impacts the lives of your neighbors:
🏊 $25 teaches life-saving skills to a child in a 6-week session of swim lessons
☀️ $50 boosts skills and friendships with STEM and outdoor fun at Summer Day Camp
💪 $100 gives a child year-round team play through 8 youth sports sessions to stay active and build skills
📚 $250 provides two children with accessible, high-quality before and after school child care for a month
🛌 $500 provides a family with five nights of safe shelter and a warm bed on their path to stable housing
🧸 $1,000 gives a caregiver peace of mind with one month of quality child care for their toddler
No gift is too small, and every donation helps change lives right here in Central Ohio.
Stop by your local YMCA today to see what our community centers have planned for our donors, connect with our staff and learn more about the impact your generosity makes every single day.
Feeling inspired to give? Donate today: https://f.mtr.cool/aipjyjzgvo
05/18/2026
Non-Member Program Registration for Summer I is officially OPEN! ☀️
Summer is almost here, and there’s no better time to try something new at the YMCA! Whether you’re looking to stay active, learn a new skill or help your child build confidence and friendships, we’ve got something for everyone.
We are especially excited to open registration to the public for our brand new NinjaZone space! Watch your child flip, tumble and run their way to confidence in a safe and active environment 🥷
There are two levels on Ninjas:
⭐️ Lil Ninjas (ages 3-5): A fun and supportive introduction to movement. Young children build coordination, balance and social skills through guided activities designed just for them.
⭐️ NinjaZone (ages 5-9): An action-packed experience where kids take on bigger challenges. Participants build strength, focus and perseverance while mastering new skills.
Every Ninja receives a headband and shirt, creating a sense of pride, teamwork and accomplishment with every class. Classes will fill fast, so register your child now! https://f.mtr.cool/ptetrsfxqi
05/15/2026
Get your child involved in team sports at the Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA! 🤝
We have two amazing programs that teach skills and confidence while focusing on our Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Sign up today before spots fill up!
🏀 Basketball (ages 7-12): https://f.mtr.cool/yzgaxnxmzb
🏐 Volleyball (ages 9-16): https://f.mtr.cool/tlohexrafg
Mark your calendar NOW! Our outdoor pool is opening Memorial Day Weekend! Join us on Saturday, May 23 as we DIVE INTO summer at the Y! ☀️
04/25/2026
Spring Break is over… which means summer is right around the corner ☀️Still figuring out your child care plans? We’ve got you covered 👇
YMCA Day Camp is the perfect mix of fun, safety and convenience—giving your kids a summer they’ll never forget (and you a break from hearing “I’m bored!” 😄). From hands-on STEM activities to outdoor adventures and field trips around Columbus, every day is something new!
🗓 Runs all summer long
⏰ Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
➕ Extended care available at select sites (AM+ & PM+)
👧🧒 For kids entering 1st–6th grade
Spots fill fast, so secure your weeks now and get summer checked off your list ✅ https://f.mtr.cool/xhattccjej
| Monday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30am - 10pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Friday | 5:30am - 7pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 6pm |
| Sunday | 12pm - 6pm |