Brace Family YMCA

🚨 New Offerings from Small Group Training has arrived at the Y—and for a limited time, members can try them for FREE!

Now with more classes, more formats, and more coaches.

Whether you're ready to build strength, improve mobility, boost endurance, or take your fitness to the next level, our expanded Small Group Training lineup offers more ways than ever to reach your goals.

Explore our expanded lineup and try any of our new Small Group Training classes FREE through the end of July.

📱 Browse classes and reserve your spot in the YCLT app.

📲 Download the app today:

App Store: https://apple.co/4bLket1

Google Play: https://bit.ly/3M5CToZ

🍂 This fall, be part of something bigger.

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte is hiring team members for afterschool, preschool, youth sports, aquatics, bus drivers, and more.

Whether you're looking for a part-time job, a flexible schedule, or a chance to make a real difference, you'll find more at the Y. You'll build relationships, grow your skills, and help kids and families thrive every day.

Join a team where your work matters.

👉 Apply today: https://bit.ly/4vm3ezC

Middle school is a big step. Jr. Leaders helps your child take it with confidence. The transition to high school starts long before freshman year.

Jr. Leaders gives middle school students the tools they need to grow into confident, capable leaders—both in school and in life. Throughout the program, participants build:
⭐ Self-confidence and leadership skills
⭐ Healthy habits and emotional well-being
⭐ Communication and conflict resolution skills
⭐ Meaningful friendships and trusted mentors
⭐ A strong foundation for high school and beyond

Every meeting is designed to help teens discover their strengths, overcome challenges, and develop the mindset, habits, and values they'll carry into the future.

Registration for Fall Jr. Leaders is now open: https://bit.ly/4vqrKPW

🏆 We're honored to be nominated for Charlotte's Best 2026!

Thanks to the support of our members, participants, volunteers, donors and community, the YMCA of Greater Charlotte has been nominated in 7 categories:

💜 Aquatics Facility/Water Park
💜 Childcare
💜 Family Attraction
💜 Fitness Center/Gym
💜 Nonprofit Organization
💜 Pre-School
💜 Summer Camp

If the Y has made a difference for you or your family, we'd be honored to have your vote.

🗳️ Vote for the YMCA in all 7 categories: https://bit.ly/4vrULea

You can vote every 24 hours through July 24.

Thank you for helping us continue to strengthen our community.

☀️💦 Celebrate National Swimming Pool Day at the Y! Which YMCA pool is your favorite? 👇

From family pool days and swim lessons to lap swimming and waterpark adventures, our 27 pools across the Greater Charlotte area are where summer memories are made.

Swipe through to explore some of our pools and waterparks across our locations.

📱 Check the YMCA app for pool hours before you visit.
Not a member? Join today and make a splash this summer: https://bit.ly/4uSfWH4

New city. New people. New routine.

Whether you're in Charlotte for an internship, your first job, or just a new adventure, finding your place can take time.

The YMCA is more than a place to work out. It's where you can recharge after work, try a new fitness class, cool off at one of our 27 pools, grab a coffee, and connect with a community that helps you make Charlotte feel at home.

If you're 18–24, our Young Professional Membership gives you 3 months of Y access for just $180—with no joining fee, no monthly draft, and no cancellation required.

Join by July 15 to take advantage of this limited-time membership.

👉 Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4xH2Iyq

Middle school. High school. Future leader. There's a place for every teen at the Y.

Registration is now open for YMCA Teen Programs starting this fall! Whether your teen wants to build confidence, develop leadership skills, give back to their community, or make lifelong friendships, we have a program designed just for them.

⭐ Jr. Leaders – Build confidence and leadership skills while preparing for high school.
⭐ Y Leaders – Develop life skills, leadership experience, and confidence for what's next.
⭐ Leaders Club – Make a difference through volunteer opportunities and community service.
⭐ Youth & Government – Experience democracy in action through debate, legislation, and leadership.

Learn more and register today: https://bit.ly/3ZYPopr

❤️🤍💙 Happy 4th of July!

Whether you're spending the day by the pool, around the grill, or watching fireworks with friends and family, we hope you enjoy the holiday.

Have a safe and happy Independence Day!