Summer Family Fun at the YMCA

We’re working hard to ensure that families can have fun all summer long at the Y. Here’s a list of everything that’s happening this summer at our YMCAs!

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In celebration of our YMCA ‘s 170th birthday each of our 7 YMCAs will open its doors in July and August to the entire community at no charge to experience a select list of Y family activities for free.

A YMCA Family Membership has incredible value for less than $3 a day families can enjoy swimming, childwatch, family fitness classes, wellness center access and more at no additional cost and get cool discounts on summer camp youth sports and more.  

Days and times will vary by location, check out the lists below for all the Y family fun for members and the community. You can also receive a free Y 170 pass that is good for one week to keep or share with a friend.

August Family Fun Events

Events open to the public

July 26 – August 25: Preschool Swim – Parent Tot – Carls Family YMCA

August 8: Outdoor workout with Christie – Downriver Family YMCA

August 12: Family Movie Night – Downriver Family YMCA

August 14: Family Pool Party – Birmingham Family YMCA

August 19: Family Movie Night – Macomb Family YMCA

Bring your blankets and pillows and get comfy for a family-friendly movie in the dojo! Light snacks and refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well!

August 21: Back to School Bash – Farmington Family YMCA

August 26: Family Pool Party – Downriver Family YMCA

August 26: Back to School Bash – Boll Family YMCA

Events for Y Members

July 30 – September 3: Parent/Child Gymnastics – Birmingham Family YMCA

Saturdays, August 6-27: Family Zumba – Dance – Downriver Family YMCA

Family Zumba breaks down classic Zumba moves into fun, Family-friendly routines, adds Zumba music and beats, and offers multiple health benefits for children and adults of all ages.

August 26: Family Fun Swim – Boll Family YMCA

We’re taking out the lap lanes and opening both pools for families to enjoy! Float along to family friendly music and a surprise game or two. Rubber duck races, ring toss, kick board paddle? Who knows what fun will splash up!


July Family Events

Events open to the public

July 15: Lift Heavy Things Competition – Birmingham Family YMCA

This is a community weight lifting event. Participants get 3 chances to set personal bests in bench press, squats, and deadlifts. Must register before July 10th.

July 16: Modified Murph Challenge – Birmingham Family YMCA

The Murph Challenge is an intense workout meant to honor the lives of servicemen and servicewomen who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Come try your hand at a modified version suited for every fitness level. Free and open to the public, members and non-members are welcome.

July 19 – August 30: Healthy Eating 101 – Birmingham Family YMCA

A 6-week course covering the basics of nutrition for maintenance and weight loss. The class will cover how to read nutrition labels, meal prep, emotional eating, SMART goals, and many other useful topics. Open to members and non-members.

July 21: Family Movie Night – Macomb Family YMCA

Bring your blankets and pillows and get comfy for a family-friendly movie in the dojo! Light snacks and refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well!

July 22: Outdoor Zumba with Treasure Lynn – Boll Family YMCA

July 25: Farmington Family YMCA Golf Classic at Forest Lake Country Club – Farmington Family YMCA

July 26 – August 25: Preschool Swim – Parent Tot – Carls Family YMCA

July 29: Dance Fitness Fusion – Farmington Family YMCA

Join us for an evening of dance fitness filled with loads of fun! Free and open to public.

July 29: Macomb Montessori Ice Cream Social – Macomb Family YMCA

July 29: Family Corn Hole Night – South Oakland Family YMCA

July 30: Family Fun Day – Farmington Family YMCA

Events for Y Members

Saturdays, July 2-30: Family Swim – Carls Family YMCA

July 8: Parents Night Out – Boll Family YMCA

July 9 & 16: Family Zumba – Dance Downriver Family YMCA

Family Zumba breaks down classic Zumba moves into fun, Family-friendly routines, adds Zumba music and beats, and offers multiple health benefits for children and adults of all ages.

July 15: Parents Night Out – South Oakland Family YMCA

July 16: Parents Night Out – Carls Family YMCA

July 22: Parents Night Out – Farmington Family YMCA

July 22: Family Fun Swim – Boll Family YMCA

We’re taking out the lap lanes and opening both pools for families to enjoy! Float along to family friendly music and a surprise game or two. Rubber duck races, ring toss, kick board paddle? Who knows what fun will splash up!

July 30 – September 3: Parent/child gymnastics – Birmingham Family YMCA

Questions? Contact your local YMCA.