La Crosse Area Family Y

La Crosse Area Family Y We believe everyone deserves opportunities, no matter who you are, or where you're from. The most friendly, caring, and welcoming staff you'll find anywhere.

With two convenient locations, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, hundreds of free group fitness classes, and a cause to strengthen community, you will feel a sense of purpose and belonging here. Everyone is welcome at the Y. The La Crosse Area Family YMCA, founded in 1881, now serves over 20,000 members each year. Operating with two full-service branches in La Crosse and Onalaska, 17 school-age care sites throughout the community, a variety of youth and adult programs and one of the nation's first Community Food Forests, Healthy Living Centers and Mental Health Director, the Y is here to serve our community.

7 DAYS UNTIL RACE DAY!13.1 miles. One finish line. A whole lot of determination.Today we're recognizing J.F. Brennan Com...
09/19/2026

7 DAYS UNTIL RACE DAY!

13.1 miles. One finish line. A whole lot of determination.

Today we're recognizing J.F. Brennan Company, our Half Marathon Sponsor! Whether our half marathoners are chasing a personal best or simply hoping to cross that finish line, Brennan's support helps make their Maple Leaf experience possible.

Thank you, Brennan, for supporting our half marathoners and the 2026 Maple Leaf Walk Run!

Not registered yet? Join us on race day:
https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/LaCrosse/MapleLeafRunandWalk

09/18/2026

POV: We tried to imagine race day without volunteers… 😅

No one handing out water.
No one directing runners.
No one cheering them on.
No one keeping things moving behind the scenes.

Basically… chaos. 😂

The Maple Leaf Walk Run doesn’t happen without volunteers! Every person who shows up plays a part in creating an incredible race-day experience for our runners and our community.

And we still need YOU! 🙌

Grab a friend, bring your coworkers, rally your family, or come solo and make some new friends. Give us a few hours this weekend and help us make race day happen.

🍁 No running required
🍁 Good energy highly encouraged
🍁 Community pride guaranteed

Sign up to volunteer this weekend and be part of the crew that makes the magic happen!

Sign up: https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/WI/LaCrosse/MapleLeafRunandWalk

Yesterday’s monthly Leadership Team meeting looked a little different than usual!We split into teams, grabbed our scaven...
09/18/2026

Yesterday’s monthly Leadership Team meeting looked a little different than usual!

We split into teams, grabbed our scavenger hunt lists and headed out to see how many challenges we could complete in 45 minutes.

The list took us all over the Y and around the community, with challenges like shooting a free throw, finding someone wearing a Y shirt, visiting Riverside Park, spelling out YMCA, Showing off your Celebrity Crush, Hitting some yoga poses, and more.

Of course, photo evidence was required! 😂

It was a fun opportunity to get out of the meeting room, work together and enjoy a little friendly competition with the people we get to work alongside every day.

Just another day at the Y! 🙂

8 DAYS UNTIL RACE DAY!Five miles through La Crosse wouldn't be possible without great community partners behind us.Thank...
09/18/2026

8 DAYS UNTIL RACE DAY!

Five miles through La Crosse wouldn't be possible without great community partners behind us.

Thank you to Dairyland Power Cooperative, our 5 Mile Sponsor, for helping support this year's Maple Leaf Walk Run. We're grateful to have their support as participants take on the 5-mile course on race day!

Thank you, Dairyland Power Cooperative, for helping us keep the Maple Leaf tradition going strong.

Not registered yet? Join us on race day:
https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/LaCrosse/MapleLeafRunandWalk

You know what sounds better than cooking tonight? Heading over to Noodles & Company and supporting YMCA Gymnastics!Tonig...
09/17/2026

You know what sounds better than cooking tonight? Heading over to Noodles & Company and supporting YMCA Gymnastics!

Tonight from 4:00–8:00 PM, stop by the Onalaska Noodles & Company and 20% of qualifying sales will go directly back to our YMCA Gymnastics program.

Just make sure your order counts!

Ordering in store? Mention the YMCA Gymnastics Fundraiser when you order.

Ordering online? Use code GIVING20 at checkout through the Noodles Rewards app or Noodles.com.

Skip the cooking, grab some noodles, and support our gymnasts while you're at it!

9 DAYS UNTIL RACE DAY!Some of our smallest racers bring the BIGGEST energy to Maple Leaf weekend!Today we're thanking Ki...
09/17/2026

9 DAYS UNTIL RACE DAY!

Some of our smallest racers bring the BIGGEST energy to Maple Leaf weekend!

Today we're thanking Kish & Sons Electric, our Kids Maple Mile Sponsor. Their support helps make this special race experience possible for our young runners as they get their own chance to cross the Maple Leaf finish line.

Thank you, Kish & Sons Electric, for supporting our young runners and the 2026 Maple Leaf Walk Run!

Not registered yet? Join us on race day:
https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/LaCrosse/MapleLeafRunandWalk

Make mornings more meaningful at the Y! We’re hiring Child Watch Staff at the Houser and Dahl branches.Help our youngest...
09/16/2026

Make mornings more meaningful at the Y! We’re hiring Child Watch Staff at the Houser and Dahl branches.

Help our youngest members, from birth through age seven, learn, play, and grow in a safe, welcoming space. You’ll lead age-appropriate activities, build relationships with families, and join a team guided by caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Morning shifts are available Monday–Sunday, 8 AM–12 PM.

If you enjoy working with children and want to make a difference for local families, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today: https://jobs.laxymca.org/jobs/Careers/739629000006280001/Child-Watch-Kid-Zone-Leader?source=CareerSite

09/16/2026

Training for the Maple Leaf 5K? Don't forget to make time for recovery!

Rest days give your muscles time to rebuild, and things like gentle stretching, foam rolling, yoga, and plenty of sleep can help you feel ready for your next workout.

Recovery isn't skipping training. It's part of training.

We're getting closer and closer to race day on September 26! Keep up the great work, and we'll see you at Riverside Park! 💪

Thank you to our 5K Race Sponsor Emplify Health by Gundersen

Only 10 days until the YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run!As we count down to race day, we’re taking some time to recognize the in...
09/16/2026

Only 10 days until the YMCA Maple Leaf Walk Run!

As we count down to race day, we’re taking some time to recognize the incredible sponsors who help make the Maple Leaf possible.

Today, we’re kicking things off with a huge thank you to Schneider Heating and Air Conditioning, INC, our Presenting Sponsor!

We’re grateful for Schneider’s support and partnership in helping us bring runners, walkers, families and our community together for this annual fall tradition.

Thank you, Schneider Heating & Air Conditioning, for helping make the 2026 Maple Leaf Walk Run possible!

Learn more and register for race day:
https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/LaCrosse/MapleLeafRunandWalk

Our Community Youth Center Clothing Closet is in need of a few specific items to help support local youth and families!W...
09/15/2026

Our Community Youth Center Clothing Closet is in need of a few specific items to help support local youth and families!

We are currently accepting donations of:

• Girls' and boys' clothing, newborn through size 14/16
• Men's tops
• Men's athletic bottoms
• Women's athletic bottoms
• Women's tops, size XL and up
• Shoes

To help us manage donations and get items into the hands of families quickly, please limit donations to two bags per person. All clothing should be clean and gently used.

Donations can be dropped off at the Community Youth Center on Fridays from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM.

Thank you for helping us keep our Clothing Closet stocked with the items our community needs most!

Address

1140 Main Street
La Crosse, WI
54601

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 9pm
Tuesday 5am - 9pm
Wednesday 5am - 9pm
Thursday 5am - 9pm
Friday 5am - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 6pm
Sunday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+16087829622

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