Downriver Family YMCA

Hours of Operation

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Sunday

  • New Year’s Day 1/1/20269:00 AM3:00 PM
  • Easter 4/5/2026Closed
  • Memorial Day 5/25/20265:30 AM12:00 PM
  • Independence Day 7/4/20267:00 AM12:00 PM
  • Labor Day 9/7/20265:30 AM12:00 AM
  • Thanksgiving 11/26/2026Closed
  • Christmas Eve 12/24/20265:30 AM12:00 PM
  • Christmas Day 12/25/2026Closed
  • New Year’s Eve 12/31/20265:30 AM12:00 PM

Downriver Y – Child Watch

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
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Sunday
Closed

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Tuesday
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Sunday

Program Schedules

If Southgate Community Schools close due to weather conditions, all morning classes and programs will be canceled. The status of afternoon and evening classes and programs will be re-evaluated at noon on that day. We update our schedules as often as possible to keep them timely, but we’re unable to present up-to-the-minute accuracy. If you have questions about our current schedules, please call us at 734-282-9622.

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YMCA Membership

You and us. we’re stronger together.

  • Pay the Day in May— the earlier you join, the more you save!

    The day of the month you join is the rate you pay for the first month. Don’t wait to start your journey to better health, stronger community, and more connection.

  • It’s simple: the day you join is the price you pay for your first month!

    • Join on May 1st, pay $1.
    • Join on May 2nd, pay $2.
    • …and so on until May 31st.

    The sooner you join, the more you save. Stop in at your local YMCA to get started.

As a member of the Y you are part of the transformative work we do to strengthen community. We offer memberships that help you connect with your community and achieve your goals.

Downriver Family YMCA Upcoming Events

  • Girls on the Run Spring Celebration 5K

See all upcoming YMCA Events on our Events page.

Downriver Family YMCA Programs

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Youth Sports

At the Y, children learn basic fundamental skills using age-appropriate equipment.

Family swim - a picture of smiling children in a swimming pool

Youth and Adult Swim Lessons

Make a Big Splash with swim lessons!

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Youth Enrichment & Dance

Spark a passion for a new skill or hobby with a Youth Enrichment or Recreation Program.

Day Campers and counselor at the Downriver YMCA

About the Downriver Family YMCA

Located in the heart of Southgate, the Downriver Family YMCA has is a fully equipped community facility.

Downriver Family YMCA Amenities

  • Health & Wellness Center
  • Indoor Running & Walking Track
  • Aerobics & Functional Training Studios
  • Indoor Pool
  • Indoor Therapeutic Pool
  • Gymnasium
  • Workout Child Watch
  • Locker Rooms
  • Sauna
  • Elevator
  • Wi-Fi Internet Access

Downriver Family YMCA Leadership

  • Emily

    Emily Oetting

    Executive Director

  • Cameron Herron

    Member and Fitness Experience Director

  • Jacqueline Ford

    Youth and Family Program Director

  • Katrina Jozwiak

    Senior Aquatics Director

  • Sharon Karpinski

    Y Learning Center Director

  • Deanna Rushlow

    Business Office Manager

  • Semaj Hayes

    Welcome Center Supervisor

  • Rebecca Baizas

    Associate Executive Director

  • Brittany Minckiewicz

    Personal Trainer

  • Lashonda Brown

    Personal Trainer