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The Griffith Branch YMCA strengthens the foundations of our community through well-being and fitness, camps, family time, sports and play, and other activities for people of all ages, incomes and abilities. We’re more than just a place to work out. At the Y, we help build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all with the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility at the heart of everything we do.
NEWS FROM THE Y
New classes for youth!
From tumbling to karate - there's something for everyone at the Griffith Branch YMCA! Check out our new set of classes for youth.
New class for Active Older Adults
We're adding a new Senior Strength and Stretch class this spring. Learn more.
Summer Day Camps
It's time to start making plans for summer and the Y has lots of fun in store for your children. Check out our summer camp information!
Toddler & Youth Indoor Soccer programs starting soon. Check out our sports page for registration information.
Keeping children healthy, safe & happy
The Kid’s Zone provides child care for the convenience of our members and non-members while they are working out. Child care is free to children who are members /$5 per hour for children who are non-members. Our qualified staff provides a safe, clean, and friendly environment to ensure both parents and children have an enjoyable time while they are at the YMCA.
We have toys, games, books, puzzles and play equipment that is age appropriate for all children.
Kid's Zone Hours & Guidelines
| Monday - Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm 4:00pm-8:00pm | Friday - Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm | Sunday Closed Sundays |
Hours subject to change based on usage.
- Children must be no younger than three months and no older than five years.
- Children must have shoes on while in the Kid’s Zone.
- Snacks are not allowed in the Kid’s Zone. Bottles and cups are fine. Please label all bags, bottles, cups, etc. with child’s name.
- Diapers and wipes MUST be provided by parents.
- Staff may refuse service to any child for suspected illness or disciplinary problems.
- Relatives and Babysitters are not permitted to bring other children.
- Children may not be in Kid’s Zone for more than three consecutive hours.
- Parents must check on children with staff every hour.
- Membership ID is required for drop-off and pick-up.
- Cost: Free for members. $5 per hour for non-members.
Game Room Hours & Guidelines
| Monday - Thursday staffed for child drop-off 4:00pm-8:00pm |
Friday - Saturday open but not staffed |
Sunday Closed Sundays |
Hours subject to change based on usage.
- Open to members of all ages with membership card.
- Children five and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Children 6-11 years of age must have a parent in the building and used during staffed hours, unless accompanied by an adult.
Before & After-School Care
The Griffith Branch YMCA runs Before and After School Childcare for K-6th at the following Griffith Schools: Beiriger, Ready and Wadsworth.
Our facilitators lead the children in structured gym activity daily and teach fun nutritional facts. The children’s afternoon also includes “free-time.” The YMCA core values: Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility will be introduced during their stay. Children must be picked up by 6:30 pm.
School Break Care
Children that attend these days will need to bring a sack lunch. School care is only available to The Griffith Branch YMCA members. To participate in any of our school care programs, parents need to purchase a punch card at the Welcome Desk in advance. Cards are available in the following amounts: $30, $60, $90, $120.
Pricing
| $20 | One-time, up-front registration fee |
| $6 | Before School Care Only |
| $6 | After School Care Only |
| $12 | Both Before & After School Care |
| $24 | No-School Days ($12 for 6 hours or less) |
