the South Oakland Family YMCA in Royal Oak, Michigan

South Oakland Family YMCA


(248) 547-0030

1016 W. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI, 48067

Hours of Operation

  • Monday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Tuesday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Thursday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Friday 6:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Saturday 7:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Sunday 9:00 am–3:00 pm

Workout Child Care

  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:30 am–12:00 pm
  • 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am–12:00 pm
  • 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am–12:00 pm
  • 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am–12:00 pm
  • 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am–12:00 pm
  • 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–1:00 pm

Child Watch is not available during Parents Night Out.

Holiday Hours

  • New Year’s Day, 1/1/2024 9:00 am-3:00 pm
  • Easter CLOSED
  • Memorial Day, 6:00 am-noon
  • Independence Day, 7/4 6:00 am-noon
  • Labor Day, 6:00-noon
  • Thanksgiving, CLOSED
  • Christmas Eve, 12/24 CLOSED
  • Christmas Day, 12/25 CLOSED
  • New Year’s Eve, CLOSED
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YMCA Membership

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Stop in any time at the Y and our member engagement team will arrange a tour and provide you with a guest pass to try the Y with full facility access for a limited number of days.

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Everyone belongs at the Y

We offer income-based membership for families with a combined annual household income of less than $49,000*.

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South Oakland YMCA Programs

youth basketball

Youth and Adult Sports

At the Y, children learn basic fundamental skills using age-appropriate equipment.

Family swim

Youth and Adult Swim Lessons

Make a big splash with swim lessons!

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Youth Enrichment & Recreation

Spark a passion for a new skill or hobby with a Youth Enrichment or Recreation Program.

South Oakland YMCA Activity Schedules

  • 3:15 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Pattengill Elementary (Berkley) Register
    Dates: 3/13/24–5/24/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:15 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Shrine Catholic Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Pine Knob Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Rogers Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Bailey Lake Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Ferndale Upper Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Oak Ridge Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Oakland Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/13/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Oxford Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Springfield Plains Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Independence Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Independence Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/22/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 4:00 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Grayson Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 6:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – South Oakland YMCA Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:15 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Stadium Drive Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Keller Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Einstein Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Simonds Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – St. Mary (Royal Oak) Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Keller Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    STRIDE – Einstein Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    STRIDE – Clarkston Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Ferndale Upper Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Bailey Lake Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Oakland Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/13/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h20m
    Girls on the Run – Carpenter Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Oxford Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:15 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Pattengill Elementary (Berkley) Register
    Dates: 3/13/24–5/24/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:15 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Shrine Catholic Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Pine Knob Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Rogers Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Bailey Lake Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Ferndale Upper Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Oak Ridge Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Oxford Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Springfield Plains Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Independence Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Grayson Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 6:00 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – South Oakland YMCA Register
    Dates: 3/11/24–5/22/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:15 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Stadium Drive Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Keller Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    Girls on the Run – Einstein Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Simonds Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – St. Mary (Royal Oak) Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Keller Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    STRIDE – Einstein Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:30 pm
    1h30m
    STRIDE – Clarkston Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    Girls on the Run – Ferndale Upper Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 3:45 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Bailey Lake Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Independence Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/22/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride
  • 4:00 pm
    1h20m
    Girls on the Run – Carpenter Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    Girls on the Run is an after school program that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Find out more at www.gotrdetroit.org
  • 4:00 pm
    1h15m
    STRIDE – Oxford Elementary Register
    Dates: 3/12/24–5/23/24
    STRIDE is designed to develop and enhance boys social, emotional, and physical competencies to successfully navigate life experiences. Screened and trained adult volunteer coaches will teach the STRIDE curriculum focused on developing life skills through intentional conversation-based lessons and running games. At the end of the 10 weeks, boys will be physically and emotionally prepared to complete a 5K run. Learn more at www.ymcadetroit.org/stride

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In the event of dangerous winter weather conditions some class and program schedules, as well as building hours can change. Changes, cancellations, and closures will be communicated via social media stories and app notifications. For details about the updates you can call the branch at 248-547-0030.

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About the South Oakland Family YMCA

Located in the heart of Royal Oak, the South Oakland Family YMCA has is a fully equipped community facility.

South Oakland Family YMCA Amenities

  • Health & Wellness Center
  • Indoor Running & Walking Track
  • Fitness Studios
  • Swimming Pool
  • Gymnasium
  • Workout Child Watch
  • Locker Rooms
  • Dry Sauna
  • Wi-Fi Internet Access

South Oakland Family YMCA Leadership

  • Tricia Hamzik

    District Executive Director

    thamzik@ymcadetroit.org

  • Brittney

    Brittney Lyons

    Member Experience Director

    blyons@ymcadetroit.org

  • Makaya Gardner

    Senior Program Director

    makaya.gardner@ymcadetroit.org

  • Chimere

    Chimere Ansley

    Youth and Family Program Director

    csutton@ymcadetroit.org

  • Jordan

    Jordan Opria

    Aquatics Director

    jordan.opria@ymcadetroit.org

  • Jodi

    Jodi Apsey

    Business Office Manager

    japsey@ymcadetroit.org

  • Rook Keller

    Lifeguard Manager

    rook.keller@ymcadetroit.org

  • Austin

    Austin Grignon

    Personal Trainer

    austin.grignon@ymcadetroit.org

  • Marla

    Marla Taylor

    Personal Trainer

    marla.taylor@ymcadetroit.org

  • David Reitz

    Personal Trainer

    southoaklandymca@ymcadetroit.org

  • Vicki Mabee

    southoaklandymca@ymcadetroit.org