YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit

Location Term: Downriver Family YMCA

  • Spotlight on Youth & Mental Health

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month! We sat down with one of our Youth Learning Center Program Directors, Lauren Savage to discuss mental health among youth. Lauren supports mental wellbeing and behavior management in our programs. 1. Tell us about your Y-story… My Y story began in 2014 as a day camp counselor. My friends…

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    Ariel

  • Theatre Camp

    Theatre Camp

    Join us for an exciting week of performance and play! Your camper will discover their inner superstar working alongside a talented local theatre professional learning the basics of acting and storytelling.

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  • Arab American Heritage Month

    April is Arab American Heritage Month! We honor the many contributions of Arab Americans to our community. Our friends at the National Museum of Arab American History invite you to visit all month long as they offer FREE admission. Experience and engage with the culture and history of the Arab American community. Learn more about…

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  • Stand for Something: Environmental Justice

    April 21st, we invite you to our 5th Stand for Something community conversation that explores how we can support environmental justice through education, legislation, advocacy, and community.

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  • Understanding Ramadan

    The ninth month of the Islamic calendar is called Ramadan. It is a time of prayer, fasting, and community within the Islamic faith. Devout Muslims around the world will observe Ramadan beginning sundown tonight until May 1. This is a time for deepened connection with God. It is the practice of a spiritual and physical…

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  • Celebrating 80 Years of Service: The Downriver Family YMCA

    The Southgate Fun and Fitness Center a.k.a. the Downriver Family YMCA branch of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit was first established in Wyandotte on January 7, 1941 organized by W.F. Newell.  Before we review the location history of this YMCA let’s share how the YMCA has benefitted the residents of the downriver community. Did you…

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    Latitia McCree

  • Keeping all our children safe: Support 5 Days of Action

    Click Photo to See Video The YMCA of Metro Detroit is participating in the Five Days of Action, June 7-11, 2021. The Five Days of Action is a week designed to raise awareness and inspire adults to take action to protect children from sexual abuse.  The Y encourages adults and organizations to join in marking…

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    Latitia McCree

  • Celebrate Healthy Kids Days – Saturdays in April with the YMCA

    Join us at one of our YMCAs during April celebrate Healthy Kids Days! Fun events, games, activities, open swim, group exercise and youth class demonstrations, healthy snacks, local vendors and community partner booths, and so much more are all free to members.

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  • YMCA Day of Giving March 2, 2021

    Today we are excited to share how your support helps the YMCA help others, make every day better. Consider making a special donation today and or asking family and friends to Give to the YMCA. Did you know despite the YMCA being closed for over 6 months in 2020 that thanks to our members, donors,…

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    Latitia McCree

  • YMCA Pools Open By Reservation

    Times may change. It is important to call ahead to confirm. Reservations are required. Reservations may be made by phone or by visiting the front desk. Pool Schedule Effective 9.25.20 Boll Downriver Farmington South Oakland Open Date 10/01/2020 9/22/20 9/21/20 9/30/2020 Monday 7:00am-12:00pm 7:00am-10:00am & 4:00pm-5:00pm 6:45am-11:30am Tuesday 7:00am-12:00pm 7:00am-10:00am & 4:00pm-5:00pm 6:45am-11:30am Wednesday 7:00am-12:00pm…

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