Northwest YMCA

10/09/2026

☀️ Tomorrow is National walk to a park day 🛝

Make sure to get outside in this beautiful weather and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine. Parks are great for walking, playing, biking, picnicking. Make a whole day of fun out of this national day.

Outdoor fitness
We host a walk club on Tuesdays and Tuesdays now at 7:30am.
Bootcamp at 8am

If you are at our outdoor sports complex during practice or games this playground is open.

There is a walking trail at the Sports complex that is available during the day.

10/08/2026

10.13.2026

10/07/2026

What do you do when you feel so good about something, you just can't hold it in any longer?

Write a poem.

At least that's what Jan from the Hutchinson YMCA did recently to celebrate the special relationship she's built with her trainer, Mindy Gloria.

Her words are fun, witty, relatable and reflective of how connections are at the heart of the YMCA:

I didn't want to exercise at the Y.
I'd rather stay home and eat pie, read books, paint, and pet cats!
But to improve balance and health, I had to face facts!
Mindy, my trainer, with lots of smiles
put Gary, Lori, and me through tricks from her files!
Mindy knows exercises for every body part.
Encouraging and challenging, she soon won my heart!
Week by week we carried weights through the halls.
"Superman" and "birddog" and throwing balls.
We moaned, laughed, bonded and sweat.
When we left class we were proud...and wet!
You know a thousand ways to exercise, You made our strength and balance rise!
Thank you, Mindy, you're an amazing athlete!
As trainer (and MOM) you can't be beat.

10/07/2026

So proud of all the kids (and the parents) that participated in Micro Soccer a clinic this season.

10/06/2026

This past summer one of our instructors, Mr. Derek, was able to accomplish a swim milestone with a long-time student of his, this is what he had to say about it

"One of my students has progressed from only staying in the water for 20 minutes to being able to swim-float-swim all the way to the wall on her own. Seeing her grow and build confidence is one of the best parts of my job." -Derek

Sign your child up for Group or private swim lessons at the YMCA TODAY!

10/02/2026

FINAL CALL! FALL II BASKETBALL REGISTRATION CLOSES MONDAY, OCTOBER 5!

Don't miss out; there's still time to get signed up for our Fall II Basketball League, but the clock is ticking!

Final Registration Deadline: Monday, October 5!

Registration Fees:
Members: $58
Non-Members: $88

Season Dates:
Practices Begin: Week of October 19
Games Begin: October 31
Season Ends: December 19

REGISTER ONLINE TODAY:
https://ymcawichita.org/programs/sports-and-programs/basketball/recreational-leagues

Don't miss your chance to hit the court this fall! Get registered before the deadline. We look forward to seeing you this season!

10/02/2026

What a great way to end the week: Our YMCA family is getting bigger!

Please join us in giving a great, big welcome to our newest Greater Wichita YMCA branch, the YMCA of Topeka.

Our reach is expanding and so is our ability to increase the health and wellness of more Kansans. We have so many reasons to celebrate!

Read the full announcement here: ymcawichita.org/news/ymca-topeka-joins-greater-wichita-ymca

Big announcement today ...

The YMCA of Topeka is now officially part of the Greater Wichita YMCA!

Mark Ault, Chair of the YMCA of Topeka Board of Directors, put into words what we all feel: "The momentum we’re gaining from the Greater Wichita YMCA solidifies our ability to impact more lives in the Topeka community for years to come. We look forward to this next step forward.”

Read the full announcement: ymcawichita.org/news/ymca-topeka-joins-greater-wichita-ymca

10/01/2026

W**e & Dine is coming up on November 7 at the Farha Sports Centers – Andover!

Join us for a fun evening of food, w**e and good company while supporting the YMCA’s Strong Community Campaign.

All money raised from the event goes toward helping ensure that no one is turned away from the YMCA because of an inability to pay. Your support helps make sure YMCA programs and memberships are available to everyone in our community.

Tickets are $175 per seat or $1,750 for a table.

🎟️ Get your tickets at the link in bio

We hope to see you there!

**eanddine

09/28/2026

Instudio is easy to use and available in Studio F

When no classes are running, you can use this feature. Use the tablet as shown here by our members in the photo: search for the video you would like to use and press play. It’s that easy!

These members used to have a Stretch and Roll class, but the instructor wasn’t available for the next season. They had already fit it into their regimen, and instead of letting the cancelled class ruin their routine, they started using the InStudio equipment regularly together to keep their schedule going and still keep the “group” exercise going.

Access your favorite YMCA 360 videos on the big screen!

09/23/2026

You'll want the sound on for this video featuring ESPN Wichita 92.3's Pat Strathman and the Y's Catherine Seals.

The topic was YMCA youth sports and how any adult can explore volunteer sports coaching opportunities at our branches.

FACT: Volunteer coaches don’t need to be professional coaches or former athletes to make a difference. The YMCA provides training, so no experience is necessary.

ANOTHER FACT: Volunteering can fit different schedules and interests. There are opportunities for people who want to coach, assist a coach or simply lend a hand.

We’re currently looking for coaches for the Fall II sports season (all applicants go through a thorough screening process).

Contact the sports director at any one of our 12 branches to get involved so every child has a team to play on.

09/22/2026

‼️ Now Hiring Lifeguards ‼️

👉No experience necessary!
👉 Get certified with us!
👉Red Cross Guards encouraged to apply

✨Learn lifesaving skills
✨Make new friends
✨Flexible Schedule
✨Competitive pay
✨Free membership
✨Daily Pay

Looking for daytime weekdays, Friday evenings, and anytime weekends.

Apply online today at ymcawichita.org/careers or contact our Aquatics Director [email protected] to learn how you can get started today!

09/19/2026

💙 Staff Spotlight- Youth & Family: Jade! 💙

Meet Jade! Jade is one of our amazing Kid Zone Shift Leads!

Jade is a proud mom of 5 kiddos and has been a member of our Kid Zone team for the last 2 years. During her limited free time (5 kids!) you can find Jade outside enjoying the sunshine and exploring the outdoors.

Jade says that her favorite thing about working at the Y is the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with our kiddos. She enjoys giving special attention to the kids who may have a hard time initially leaving their parents at drop off. Seeing them become more comfortable, confident, and excited to be in Kid Zone is one of the most rewarding parts of her job!

Jade also has lots of love for the amazing ladies she gets to work alongside in Kid Zone. Her team makes every day even more special!

We’re so grateful for the joy, patience, and heart Jade brings to Kid Zone. Thanks for all you do, Jade! 🌟

09/16/2026

Belonging is defined as the deep human need to feel accepted, valued, and safe in a group or place.

We notice belonging in the Water Arthritis Luncheon at the Northwest YMCA. Here are two new members who have found their people. These sisters, Barbara and Marthanna, have only been coming a couple of months to our water classes here. They say, “This is the friendliest group of people who care about others.” The group extended the invite to these 2 sisters as fall started and the luncheons began again to make sure they would feel included and to be able to get to know them better outside of class.

This is what belonging looks like at the Northwest YMCA. And fun fact: what made them feel even more welcome is that there are 4 sets of sisters who attend class together.

Water arthritis at NW is M/W/F from 10:45-11:30am in the family pool, and the luncheons are the 1st Wednesdays of the month, potluck style, at Noon in Studio B.

09/15/2026

Everything we do at the YMCA is centered around improving lives. Our nonprofit mission is as big as it gets, and it’s something we can’t do alone.

Our sincere appreciation goes out to HCA Healthcare, parent company of Wesley Healthcare, for its generous support of our LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program that helps cancer survivors take back their strength, independence and hope for the future.

Yesterday, Bill Voloch, President & CEO of Wesley Healthcare, and Dave Stewart, Director of Communications & Community Engagement at Wesley Healthcare, presented the YMCA with a $25,000 check that will make it possible for nearly 100 individuals to attend 12 weeks of future LIVESTRONG at the YMCA sessions at area YMCA branches. Donations like this allow us to continue offering LIVESTRONG at the YMCA free of charge to anyone, at any point in their cancer journey.

A gift like this will impact so many lives, and we’re incredibly grateful to partner with HCA Healthcare and Wesley Healthcare to strengthen our community.

Thank you!

(pictured left to right) Ronn McMahon, President & CEO of the Greater Wichita YMCA, Dave Stewart, Director of Communications & Community Engagement at Wesley Healthcare, Shamain Bachman, Vice President of Marketing at the YMCA, and Bill Voloch, President & CEO of Wesley Healthcare.

09/14/2026

Let’s improve our knee health and healing this September

Many of our members struggle with knee problems or have had replacements.

Hunter (personal trainer) shows us how to use the Hiitmill over by the track to strengthen our knee joints.

Now is the time to improve ourselves, set new goals, and strengthen our bodies.

What are you doing this September to improve yourself? Share with us in the comments!

09/11/2026

9/11 is one of those rare moment's in our nation’s history where you remember exactly where you were when the news broke. The images permanently etched into our collective memories.

Today, on its 25th anniversary, we pause to remember the 2,977 people we lost. They will never be forgotten.

Year after year, we are honored our YMCA branches have been gathering places for individuals throughout our community to take part in the 9/11 memorial stair climb tradition.

110 floors, 2,200 steps, representing the height of the World Trade Center towers.

Each climb honors the 343 FDNY firefighters who gave their lives while helping others on September 11, 2001.

Coming together, we honor their sacrifice and carry their memory forward.

09/04/2026

The YROX Fitness Race is intense – not impossible.

Advance preparation makes the difference, and that's where YMCA trainers come in.

Starting next week, 35 trainers at 11 YMCA branches will kick off YROX Group Training sessions. To get involved, you must sign up in person at any YMCA location by Monday, September 14.

ABOUT TRAINING: Attend early morning/daytime/evening sessions twice a week for 8 weeks with any trainer at any location.

⇾ You've not locked into one time or place.
⇾ Training is on your terms.

AND THEN THERE'S THE BENEFITS:
⇾ Learn beginner, intermediate and advanced modifications for each of the race's 8 functional fitness stations.
⇾ Be mentally and physically ready for race day on 10/31.
⇾ Become a ROX star in your own right

The only thing left to do is add your name to our training rosters. You got this!

Learn more at ymcawichita.org/yrox.

09/03/2026

A good night's sleep is one of the best things you can do for your health. This September, challenge yourself to prioritize rest by aiming for 100 hours of sleep throughout the month, or about 8 hours each night.

Track your sleep in the YMCA 360 app by manually adding a workout and selecting “Sleep.”

Need help winding down? Explore YMCA 360's Rest & Restore sleep support playlist, featuring Bedtime Yoga and other relaxation content designed to help you rest easier.

Join through the app or online at https://ymca360.org/challenges/2705-wake-me-up-when-september-ends.

Don't have the YMCA 360 app? Download it today >>>> ymcawichita.org/ymca360.

09/03/2026

Labor Day (Monday, SEPT 7) is the final day of our 2026 water park season. There's a reason people say time flies when you're having fun! The Fall season is up next with YMCA branches ready to keep the excitement going.

HOLIDAY HOURS: YMCA branches will be open on Labor Day, with adjusted hours. Please check the schedule first before heading out ➡ ymcawichita.org/laborday2026

09/02/2026

Our members have spoken ... the best part about the YMCA is the people!

Tell us: What keeps you coming back to your YMCA branch? Let's fill the comments with Y ❤