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FEATURED
Check here for news about special happenings and updates that may affect your visit to the Y! Scroll down to see more specific information for different programming areas.
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
We invite you and your family to celebrate the holidays this month with your family and friends at the Y! YMCAs all throughout San Diego County are hosting holiday events and special programming to help you through the busy weeks ahead. Check out the events here and register today!
HOLIDAY BREAK DAY CAMPS
Our camps are an exciting way to spend a school break! We include lots of action-packed activities that keep your children engaged and happy, like arts & crafts, sports and games. Set in the YMCA style of different crazy activities each and every day, your camper will have a great time while parents have peace of mind knowing their camper is safe. Register today!
- December 23, 2024
- December 26-27, 2024
- December 30, 2024
- January 2-3, 2025
- January 6-10, 2025
Visit our day camp page for more information.
FAMILY CAMP
YMCA Camp Marston offers unforgettable weekends full of fun and adventure for the whole family at our stunning overnight location in Julian. Each weekend package includes lodging, meals, and a variety of staff-led activities designed to suit all interests and ages. Check out all our upcoming Family Camps!
- Easter Family Camp | April 18–20, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Mother's Day Family Camp | May 9–11, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
Visit our overnight camp page for more information or register today!
WE'RE HIRING NOW!
You belong at the Y! Make an impact that goes beyond your work day. Be the reason someone discovers their potential, courage and joy while building and creating memories that will last a lifetime!
- Hiring now for swim instructors, lifeguards and more! View all openings and apply now.
- Interested in volunteering? We need your help! Programs, like youth sports, can't happen without Y volunteers. Learn more and apply today.
AQUATICS FACILITY UPDATES
Make a splash at South Bay Family YMCA this summer with swim lessons for adults and kids, swim clinics, swim team and more! Learn more about our great pools and spas on our aquatic facility page.
CHILD WATCH
Y Community Plus members with family memberships have unlimited access to Child Watch services at 12 YMCA branch locations across San Diego County. With easy reservations through the YMCA app, you can focus on your fitness or unwind at the Y while your children play under the supervision of highly trained YMCA staff. Not yet a Y Community Plus member? Current Y members can upgrade to the Y Community Plus membership plan by stopping by any location. If you currently have Child Watch services as an add-on to your family membership, you may continue to use Child Watch services on a drop-in basis. Learn more here.
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
We're here to help you find what moves you at the Y!
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Be sure to check our group fitness class schedule for all of our new classes and updates. Remember, members have unlimited access to classes!
MODIFIED GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULE:
December 24 and 31
- 8:00am: CYCLING
- 9:00am: BODYCOMBAT
- 9:30am: HATHA YOGA
- 10:05am: CARDIO/STRENGTH
- 11:05am: EXERCISE LITE
January 1
- 8:00am: CHAIR YOGA
- 9:00am: ZUMBA
- 9:00am: VINYASA YOGA
- 10:00am: BODYPUMP
- 10:30am: AQUA-FIT (DEEP)
All evening classes will be canceled.
DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM
We have partnered with The Skinny Gene Project to provide an evidence-based lifestyle change program for preventing type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Prevention is a 12-month, small-group program that helps participants make lifestyle changes such as eating healthier, including physical activity in their daily lives, and improving problem-solving and coping skills.
Program Overview:
- 12-month small-group program.
- Weekly sessions for months 1-6.
- Monthly sessions for months 7-12.
- All sessions are 60 minutes and lead by a trained lifestyle coach.
For more information or to register, visit our front desk or contact Daniel Carreon at [email protected] or Michelle Manly at [email protected].
The YMCA offers financial aid through our ACCESS Scholarship to help individuals connect to the programs that are important.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Be sure to check our group fitness class schedule for all of our new classes and updates. Remember, members have unlimited access to classes!
INBODY ASSESSMENTS
InBody body-composition assessments are available by appointment. Get a detailed breakdown of your lean tissue, water and fat mass in just 30 minutes Now you can leave the guessing behind and know exactly what is inside your body! See a coach or trainer to get signed up.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS ORIENTATION
Meet with a wellness coach to get acquainted with equipment and classes, ask questions and chart a path to reach your goals. Schedule your 30-minute orientation at the Welcome Center! Learn more.
FAMILY & KIDS
Family-time is special at the Y. Spend time together and discover new activities for your child to explore.
CHARACTER BUILDERS
Character Builders registration is now open! Learn more about Character Builders and see if you qualify for a scholarship.
SWIM PROGAM UPDATES:
- Private swim lessons: OPEN private swim lesson time slots, available Monday-Sunday. - Register today!
- Swim team: Our swim team is practicing regularly! If your child would like to get involved, swimmers should be proficient in 100 yards freestyle with rotary breathing, 100-200 IM based on ability, 25-50 yards butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle. Learn more about swim teams at the Y.
- For more information or to schedule a tryout, contact [email protected].
- Parent/Child Swim Lessons on Saturdays & Sundays. Infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence-building experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision.
- Family Swim: We will have family swim/open swim in the instructional pool Monday - Thursday from 3:00pm-7:30pm. The main pool will have two lap lanes available for family swim patrons, but the three other lanes and the rest of the pool will be reserved for aquatic programming. However, the main pool will be available all day on Fridays for family swim.
- Great news! We have space in our competition pool shallow end for open swim Monday-Sunday.
INCLUSION AIDES
Inclusion aids provide one-on-one attention to kids with diverse abilities so they can safely participate in a group swim lesson. Inclusion aides are available to swim lesson participants at no cost by request only, on a first-come, first-served basis, as supplies are limited. Take advantage of this great opportunity and find out more by emailing Jessica at [email protected].
YOUTH SPORTS
Young athletes will to take their game to the next level as they grow both on and off the field. Come out and play with the following sports options:
PEEWEE LESSONS
Sign up now for winter peewee sports lessons for ages 3-5. New sessions start monthly through March 2025. - Register today!
- T-ball: Tuesdays, 5-6pm
- Soccer: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am
YOUTH SPORTS
Registration is open now for winter youth sports clinics and leagues for ages 6-11. - Register today!
Youth basketball league
- January 18 - March 22, 2025 at Victory Christian Academy.
- Divisions for ages 6-8 | 9-10 | 11-13 with games on Saturdays Registration is now open.
Baseball clinics
- Hitting and fielding clinics for ages 6-12.
- Monthly sessions on Thursdays, 5-6pm, starting January 9 at Otey Ranch High School.
Soccer clinics
- Dribbling and footwork clinics for ages 6-12.
- Monthly sessions on Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am, starting January 4.
-updated for winter 2024-2025
BIRTHDAY PARTIES!
Birthday parties are back! Celebrate your day with a splash at the YMCA! We are now offering pool OR sports birthday parties! Reserve your two hour time slot for Saturday, 10:30am - 12:30pm, for an hour of birthday-party-people-only swim or sports in the instructional pool followed by an hour of party time and birthday singing on our pool deck. Birthday party participants for swim birthdays will have access to the NEWLY working splash pad for the party's duration! Sports parties will enjoy an engaging, fun play time instructed by YMCA staff. (Please note swim and sports are two separate birthday party options.) - Reserve your party online today!
- Birthday parties cost $262.50 for members and $382.12 for nonmembers. Learn more here.
DANCE
New sessions begin monthly in our youth ballet program. Register today!
Winter Wonderland Youth Dance Performance
Join us for a special holiday performance by our South Bay & Border View Family YMCA Youth Dance teams. Bring your family and enjoy holiday craft making, festive photo opportunities and special treats.
- Saturday, December 21 | 11:00am-12:00 PM | Border View Family YMCA Gymnasium
TEEN PROGRAMS
Encourage your teen to discover new activities, make friends, and explore their potential in a fun and supportive environment — at the Y!
SOUTH BAY TEEN CENTER
Directions:
820 Paseo Ranchero, Chula Vista, CA 91910 — get directions
Visit our Teen Programs page for more information!
Questions?
Please contact Kyle Millard at [email protected].
VELOCITY: PERFORMANCE TRAINING
Velocity at the YMCA provides a safe and structured sports development program for teens. Athletes will participate in fun, engagin sports performance training as well as weekly nutrition lessons to ensure maximum potential development. Through Velocity at the Y, young athletes will have the opportunity to learn about nutrition and healthy living, build community and enhance their athletic performance to improve their overall well-being in spirit, mind and body. — Register today!
Y’s Active Adults (55+)
Y Active Adult Activities Around the County
View our Y Active Adults page to view programming and activities around the county.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Holiday Cookie Exchange Social — Bring your homemade or store-bought cookies to share! Free to attend, no RSVP needed. For any questions, please contact Michelle Manley at [email protected].
- When: Tuesday, December 17 | 12:00-1:00pm | Multi-Purpose Room
Events and Special Activities
Check here for more upcoming events and opportunities coming soon!
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Connecting You To Care
We've streamlined the child care search process with our enhanced referral system to help parents make the best decision for their families. Learn more!
Help Paying for Child Care
Do you or someone you know need help paying for child care?
The San Diego County Centralized Eligibility List (CEL) is one application that connects you to different agencies across San Diego to help pay for child care for families who qualify. Child care has become the second-largest expense for families – spending up to 50% of their household budget a year. See if you qualify for this service today.
Medi-Cal Services
Our partners at Neighborhood Networks will pair you with your own care manager, who can help you set health goals, connect with needed services, and improve your overall health. Download the flyer for more information. Download PDF.
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