YMCA of Reading & Berks County

School is almost back in session—and so is Y Care! 🎒 Join us at one of our Back-to-School Open Houses to discover all the exciting adventures waiting for your child this year.

Meet our nurturing staff, ask questions, explore upcoming activities, and learn how Y Care gives kids a place to belong beyond the classroom. Plus, enjoy inflatables, snacks, crafts, and more!*

📚 Upcoming Open Houses:
🚌 Mifflin YMCA | August 14 | 3-5 PM
🚌 Schuylkill Valley Elementary School | August 18 | 5:30-7:30 PM
🚌 Tri Valley YMCA | August 20 | 3-5 PM
🚌 Sinking Spring YMCA | August 20 | 3-5:30 PM
🚌 Robeson Elementary Center | August 20 | 5-8 PM
🚌 Reading YMCA | August 20 | 6-7:30 PM
🚌 Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center | August 24 | 3:30-5:50 PM

Come see how we mix fun, learning, and care every single day.
*Activities may differ by location.

☀️ Sunday is for slowing down. Take a walk. Stretch it out. Read a chapter. Breathe.

Your body, mind, and spirit deserve a little extra care today, and every day.

Self-care isn’t selfish. 🌿 It’s how we refill our cup so we can show up for the people and things we love.

How are you recharging for the week ahead? 💬

Join us for a Women's Self-Defense Class on Monday, August 10 from 4:30–6 PM in the Youth Gym at the Sinking Spring YMCA.

This beginner-friendly class will introduce practical personal safety skills in a supportive environment, including:
✔️ General personal safety practices
✔️ Situational awareness tips
✔️ Beginner-friendly instruction

Whether you're looking to feel more confident walking to your car, traveling alone, or simply want to learn practical self-defense techniques, this class is a great place to start. For women 18+.

💥 Fitness Friday Challenge 💥

Your mission (should you choose to accept it):
✅ 10 push-ups
✅ 20 squats
✅ 30-second plank

Repeat 3x.

No excuses, you can crush this before your coffee gets cold. ☕💪

At the Y, You Belong.

The YMCA isn’t just a place to work out, it’s a place to connect, belong, and be supported. Here, you’re more than a member… you’re part of a community.

Belonging begins with us. Whether you’re lacing up for your first youth sports season, finding your rhythm in a group fitness class, learning to swim, or simply sharing a coffee with friends in the lobby, the Y is where community happens.

Guided by our mission, the Y welcomes all, every age, every background, every story, and create a place where spirit, mind, and body can thrive together.
Find your people. Find your purpose. Find your community.

Midweek check-in: Did you drink water today or just survive on coffee?
☕💧

Tell us in the comments!

🌱 Growing Strong Minds Start Here. 🐛

At the YMCA Early Learning Centers in Fleetwood and Reading, children have a safe, supportive place to learn, play, and grow, all while building the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond in a STAR 4 rated center.

⭐ State-approved curriculum and assessments
⭐ Play-based learning
⭐ Social and emotional development
⭐ Free breakfast, lunch, and snack
⭐ Subsidized funding and scholarships available

We’re a home away from home Monday through Friday, offering all-day care for infants through pre-kindergarten.

Upcoming Application Days at the Reading YMCA Early Learning Center:
🍃 Fri 8/7 | 10 AM - 12 PM
🍃 Tues 8/11 | 3 -5 PM
🍃 Wed 8/19 | 10 AM - 12 PM
🍃 Thur 8/27 | 3 - 5 PM
🍃 Mon 8/31 | 10 AM - 12 PM

Stop by to learn more, ask questions, and begin your child’s enrollment journey!