Shepherd YMCA Firehouse

At the YMCA, our goal is to provide our members and community with access to quality programming, attentive service, and state-of-the-art facilities — all at an affordable price. 

• Fitness center with cardio and strength equipment
• Locker rooms
• Free WiFi
• Studios for group exercise classes
• Gymnastics center
• Child Watch

Shepherd YMCA Firehouse offers a state-of-the-art wellness center complete with cardio equipment, circuit training, free weights and group exercise studios.

• Personal Training
  • Learn more about the different types of personal training we offer, the benefits of personal training, and costs
  • Use our Program Finder to learn more about open personal fitness sessions at Shepherd YMCA
• KickStart
  • KickStart is a personalized wellness program consisting of three one-on-one sessions over thirty days, free for all members of the YMCA!
• Group Exercise Class
  • The Y offers a wide variety of group exercise classes, for all types of people and all types of goals
  • See our live Group Exercise schedule to find out what classes are happening this week at Toby Wells

Look at our sports, aquatics and special-interest programs, including running, dance and hiking to try a new activity or pursue one you've always loved.

• Dance
  • Dance at YMCA of San Diego is an effective and creative workout experience that's fun for all ages
  • Use our Program Finder to find dance classes at Shepherd YMCA Firehouse
• Gymnastics
  • Gymnastics is a fun and challenging sport and discipline offered at YMCA of San Diego
  • To see what gymnastics classes and opportunities are currently being offered at Shepherd YMCA Firehouse, see our Program Finder
• Martial Arts
  • YMCA of San Diego offers many high quality martial arts programs with encouraging and experienced instructors
  • Our Program Finder shows Shepherd Y's current martial arts classes and programs 

The YMCA is the nation's leading provider of childcare. Playful, engaging options are plentiful for young children at the Y.

• Child Watch and Kids Club
  • Child Watch and Kids Club is a program where the YMCA provides up to two hours of free supervised playtime in a safe, enriching environment for those with family memberships while they utilize the Y's facilities
  • The hours for Child Watch, for children 6 weeks to 12 years old, are
    • Sunday 8:00 am-1:00 pm
    • Monday through Thursday 8:00 am-1:00 pm and 4:00 pm-7:30 pm
    • Friday 8:00 am-1:00 pm and 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
    • Saturday 8:00 am-1:00 pm
  • Character Builders
    • Character Builders is an on site before and after school program. For more information, contact our Character Builders Director Allison Crooks at [email protected]

The Y is a place where you can challenge yourself to learn a new skill or hobby, foster connections with friends through our lifelong learning programs, or bring your loved ones closer together through our many family-centered activities.

• Many of our branches across San Diego offer several fun-filled birthday party options.
• Birthday Parties with Shepherd YMCA are gymnastic themed!
• Browse our all available birthday sessions at Firehouse on the Program Finder. 

The YMCA offers financial scholarships to reduce membership and program fees to those that qualify, helping ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Our scholarship program is based on a sliding fee scale that is designed to fit each family's financial situation, and is available thanks to our generous Annual Campaign donors.

Apply online for a scholarship here and find out if you are qualified for a membership and/or program assistance through express or traditional verification methods.

The YMCA is a charitable, cause driven nonprofit. We are able to have the impact in our communities and on the lives of people because of those who dedicate themselves to making a difference. 

• Join the Y: Be a part of a cause for strengthening community that is committed every day to helping you and your kids to learn, grow and thrive
• Give to the Y: Donate vital financial resources for nurturing the potential of kids, improving your neighbor's health and well-being, and giving back and supporting the community
• Volunteer with the Y: Take an active role in bringing about meaningful, enduring change right in your own neighborhood by volunteering
• Advocate with the Y: Address the nation's most pressing social issues, with a nonprofit that has the long-standing track record and on-the-ground presence to not just promise, but deliver, lasting personal and social change