Programs at the YMCA

The YMCA of metro Detroit offers a variety of programs, classes and services for all ages. Programs center around our 5 core values of Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Honesty, and Inclusion.

Looking for something specific for yourself or your family? Browse current programs by age categories below.

What are you interested in? There’s something for everyone at the Y, browse our program categories below.

kids at afterschool care

Academic Enrichment

The Y offers Fun educational programs that support your Childs interests and learning. From Cooking to STEM, Art and Literacy, there’s something for everyone!

Youth Sports

Basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football, karate, baseball, gymnastics—check out the sports offerings at your Y and get in the game!

preschool and GSRP

Child Care

At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success.

Camp

From School Break Camps to Summer Day Camp, When school is out, FUN IS IN! Camping, like many Y programs, is about learning skills, developing character and making friends. But few environments are as special as camp, where kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group as they engage in physical, social and educational activities.

Recreation

So many activities serve to restore our spirits and energy, get us outdoors or test our limits. That’s why you’ll find a range of recreational activities at the Y.

YMCA Swim Lessons

Swimming

The Y strives to help all ages learn how to swim, so they can stay safe around water and learn the skills needed to make swimming a lifelong pursuit for healthy living.

Group exercise class at the Y

Wellness

The Y aims to improve the nation’s health and well-being by providing programs and activities that promote wellness, reduce risk for disease and help others reclaim their health.

See what programs are happening at your local YMCA branch, See all locations here.