Thelma Lovette YMCA

Pickleball is back for the fall! Learn to play at our Adult Intro classes with Coach Grace.

Adult Intro to Pickleball
11:00AM - 12:15PM
Tuesdays & Thursdays

9/15/26 - 10/13/26 (8 classes)

Members $75, Guests $95

Register at our Welcome Center or website:
https://pittsburgh.recliquecore.com/programs/89384/pickleball/

Download the Daxko Core app and select the Thelma Lovette YMCA location.

Questions? Email Grace, [email protected]

Are you passionate about sports, mentorship, and giving back to your community? We are looking for enthusiastic, positive, and dedicated volunteer coaches to support our youth sports programs this fall and winter!

Whether your passion is Flag Football, Basketball, or other youth sports, you don't need to be a pro athlete to make a lasting impact. The best coaches aren't defined by the scoreboard; they are defined by their ability to teach teamwork, build confidence, and ensure every child has fun.

Learn more and sign up today:
https://pittsburghymca.volunteermatters.org/volunteer/sign-up/2800

The YMCA is excited to encourage more girls to get involved in flag football through our Girls Flag Football Skills Clinic!

This indoor clinic is designed for girls ages 8–12 and provides a fun, supportive, and welcoming environment to learn the game.

Tuesdays
9/15/26 - 10/20/26
5:45 - 6:45PM

Participants will be introduced to flag football fundamentals, skill development, teamwork, and gameplay during this one-hour clinic.

Whether your child is brand new to the sport or already has experience, this clinic is a great opportunity to build confidence, stay active, and prepare for future Flag Football seasons.

Register today:
https://pittsburgh.recliquecore.com/programs/44207/flag-football/

We loved seeing our community out walking and running on Saturday! Thanks to the City of Pittsburgh and everyone who supported the Historic Hill 5K. Our staff and members enjoy being part of this annual event!

Are you thinking of trying a local race and not sure where to start? Our trainers created a small group program, Run One Mile, to get you safely on the road.

Build cardiorespiratory fitness and have more fun running with the guidance of a certified personal trainer this fall.

Whether you are new to running or returning after time away from the sport, this small group training is for you!

Mondays, 09/14/26 - 10/26/26
9:30 – 10:15am

Learn more and register:
https://pittsburgh.recliquecore.com/programs/103964/small-group-training/

Fall registration opens in 4 DAYS! Here are some exciting aquatics programs we have coming up:

💙 Parent & Child Water Discovery & Exploration Lessons
🌊 Preschool Water Acclimation & Movement Lessons
🏊 School Age Water Acclimation, Movement & Stamina Lessons

Make sure you know what programs you want to sign up for! Look at our upcoming programs here: https://www.pittsburghymca.org/fall2026

We love our local Pittsburgh races and supporting runners with their goals!

Have you been thinking of signing up for a race and don't know where to start?

Our Run One Mile small group program is here to get you safely on the road!

Build cardiorespiratory fitness and have more fun running with a certified personal trainer guiding you through interval workouts.

Mondays, 9:30 - 10:15am
September 14 - October 26, 2026

Whether you are new to running or returning after time away from the sport, this small group training is for you!

Learn more and register at:
https://pittsburgh.recliquecore.com/programs/103964/small-group-training/

We hope to see you at the Y in August! Our staff and community partners are offering a variety of Sports and Healthy Living events:

Garden Education: The Hill Greenprint
Thursday, August 20
12:00 - 1:00pm
Community Room or Rooftop, weather-permitting

Pickleball Open Play
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:00 - 11:00am
Gymnasium

Plant-based Ice Cream Table
Tuesday, August 18
6:30 - 7:30pm
Front Lobby

View our full calendar and register at:
https://pittsburgh.recliquecore.com/programs/?page_n=0&indexed=true&search=&locations%5B%5D=20&categories%5B%5D=-1

We're looking forward to hosting another Pittsburgh Basketball Camp with Cavs Youth Sports !

Ages: 8-14
Dates: August 10 - August 13, 2026 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Location: 2114 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Every Cavs Academy program is built around four core categories:

Motor Skills
Social Development
Emotional Growth
Fun

Cavs Academy Camps create a dynamic, play-centered environment where athletes grow their love for the game while building the skills and mindset to succeed on and off the court.

Learn more and register today!
https://cavaliers.leagueapps.com/camps/4926609-81026---81326-cavs-academy-pittsburgh-camp

Congrats to our YMCA member Reggie Howze for being named Athlete of the Month by the National Senior Games Association.

We're proud of his accomplishments and following his journey to Tulsa in 2027!

At 81, National Senior Games athlete Reggie Howze isn't training just for himself.

After transforming his own health in midlife, Reggie now sees it as his purpose to encourage others to live longer, healthier and more active lives.

That mission is fueling his preparation for the 2027 National Senior Games presented by Humana.

"I live in a rather low-income neighborhood, and people are not normally inspired by things like running or walking. But for me to win would be a bragging point, and people take note of winning. So it would help to inspire others and myself for the 2029 Games in Birmingham."

Reggie also has a training partner who shares his passion for healthy living — his wife, Shawna. The two married in 2025 and can often be found exercising together at their local YMCA as they prepare for Tulsa.

Learn more about Reggie's inspiring journey in our July Athlete of the Month, sponsored by Uber: https://nsga.com/athlete-of-the-month-reggie-howze/