Willow Grove YMCA

July 17th is it! The day we unveil the very latest Les Mills workouts! Tag a friend to invite them along!

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and dad figures at our YMCA! Thank you for all you do to keep families and our community healthy and strong. Did you know that Father’s Day started at the Y? Over 110 years ago, a young woman raised by her single father wanted to celebrate fatherhood. The first Father’s Day celebration was held at the Spokane YMCA on June 19, 1910.

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, celebrates the emancipation of those who were enslavedtwo and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Click through the images to learn more! UPDATE: Let's celebrate our newest Federal Holiday! #Juneteenth #YForAll

Good News, Y Family: Group Exercise Classes like yoga, Zumba, cycling, LES MILLS (& more!) are INCLUDED in your Y Membership! Find your Group Exercise Class schedule & learn more here: https://www.philaymca.org/schedule

Don't miss our Launch Event TOMORROW! Join us to be the very first to run, lift, press and sweat to brand new workouts! Plus -- enjoy fun games, healthy snacks, and raffle prizes! Details below. . .... Can't join us in-person? Tune in to our livestream event on www.philayathome.org See more

Free KidZone activity nights are BACK! While younger kids enjoy our regular KidZone, activity nights are designed to engage older kids (8-12) while YOU enjoy our fitness floor, classes, or pool! . .... Coming Up: Monday 1/18 7:00 pm | Dodgeball Tuesday 1/19 7:15 pm | Printmaking Craft Monday 1/25 7:00 PM | Kickball . . .. & more! Find our full schedule and learn more about KidZone @ https://www.philaymca.org/kidzone-willow-grove/calendar

Are you ready to jumpstart your fitness journey in 2021? ... or maybe try something new? Join us for NEW small group training programs that allow you to try classes once or come back every week! You’ll be led by a certified trainer that will challenge you -- and with a smaller class size, you get personalized coaching to help you achieve your fitness goals even faster. Find the class perfect for you!... Register today at https://www.philaymca.org/small-group-training See more

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from all of us at the Y! We hope your celebrations are merry and bright this season!

Winter programs start next week! Keep your kids active this winter with safe activities and trusted coaches. From gymnastics to art, basketball to karate - you can find the perfect program for any age or interest. Don't wait! Spaces are limited.... Learn more about our programs & safety measures @ https://www.philaymca.org/programs/kids-teens See more

W O W!! It's already our 1st birthday! We opened our doors just ONE year ago! We are so thankful for our amazing members, staff, and volunteers. Whether we're together, 6 feet apart, or working out virtually... it's because of you we are a strong, vibrant community! . .... Although we can't be together for this celebration, we want still to celebrate with YOU!! . . Share your favorite Y memory from this past year, post any favorite photos, or post why you love the Y below in the comments! See more

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Y! Thanksgiving is a day to spend time with loved ones--even if that means virtually this year-- and reflect on all the things you are grateful for. At the Y, we are most grateful for our members, especially after these challenging last few months. We will be open from 7AM until Noon on Thanksgiving Day! ... . . . If you want to make time for some fitness before all that delicious food - we will be having some Thanksgiving Fun with a Zumbathon, yoga, cycle, and so much more. Check out the event below to learn how you can feast on fun and fitness at the Y this Thanksgiving day and be home in time for turkey!

THIS IS IT! Time’s running out to sign-up for the YMCA Gobble Wobble Virtual 5k this Thanksgiving weekend! SWAG is still available, and we’ve even charted courses around our Ys to take out the guesswork! But, just like defrosting your turkey, you need to ACT NOW! Visit https://gpyconnect.philaymca.org/gobblewobble5k to sign up!

Dear Y Community, In response to the latest COVID-19 orders, we will be closed starting December 12, 2020, until January 4, 2021. All charges to membership accounts will stop until January 2021. In the meantime, to help you to stay active at home, we will provide members with FREE access to our Virtual Y - www.philayathome.org ... Our Virtual Y will allow you to workout using our on-demand classes and live zoom workouts with your favorite Y instructors and favorite workouts like cycle, HIIT, Zumba, yoga, and more. Learn more about our temporary closure and how to access PhilaYathome @ https://www.philaymca.org/news/member-alert . . We are so grateful that you are a part of our Y family. Stay healthy, stay safe, and stay connected. The Y

Happy Chanukah! From all of us at the Y, we hope your celebrations are filled with love and light during this holiday season.

Ready, Set, Wobble: there's only one week left to get your turkeys ready to trot! But we're mixing it up this year- carve out your own route all weekend long. Join us for our very first virtual Thanksgiving 5K! Sign-up today and preheat your oven- it's time to Wobble!... https://www.facebook.com/events/385974795897523

We've teamed up with Independence Blue Cross to help spread positivity and support our communities in healthy ways during this unprecedented time. Health ofte...n starts from within! Did you know that simply practicing deep breathing has many health benefits? Reduces stress levels Lowers heart rate Lowers blood pressure Balance your body & mind with us and spread the #GoodVibesWave #ThisIsY #IBX #ConnectingCommunities

It's Wednesday... which means tomorrow is one of our favorite outdoor classes... HIIT! Fall weather has been the perfect way to stay cool while working up a sweat during this high-intensity interval training class See you Thursday at 6pm! ... . . . Can't make it? Browse our other class times from our app or online @ https://fal.cn/WGGroupX See more

Hi Y Family! In order to increase our safety protocols and continue to keep our members safe - masks will now be required to be worn at all times while in the Y. These changes are in accordance with the new PA Department of Health guidelines. Starting Wednesday, November 18th ... . . . What does this mean for your workout routine? Masks must be worn at all times while you are working out in the fitness center, during indoor group exercise class, in locker rooms, on the indoor track, and in all other common areas. Read our full mask policy @ https://philaymca.org/mask-policy/ . . . We appreciate your cooperation and understanding. Together we can help keep our community safe and do our part to reduce to spread of germs. #YMCAStrong #StrongerTogether

Small Group Training is back at the Y and better than ever! Enjoy boutique-style classes with our specially trained Y instructors. Safely experience a world-class workout in a small, socially-distanced group setting. Train with other members just like you to reach your specific goals with the help of our wellness coaches.... . . . In this session, you'll find Barre, Dynamic Boxing, Kettlebell, Shock, and TRX! Barre is a full-body workout that fuses the best elements of ballet, Pilates, sports conditioning, and stretching for a truly unique and fun experience. Dynamic Boxing is designed to push your endurance through boxing style strength and conditioning. Great for those looking for something fun and new! Kettlebell gives fast results for strength, endurance, and muscle toning by challenging both the muscular and cardiovascular systems with dynamic total body movement. Shock is perfect for anyone looking to jump-start their fitness journey and get back on track for their goals - complete with pre- and post-fitness testing! TRX is a revolutionary method using bodyweight to give you the best total body workout you've ever had - building power, strength, flexibility, and more. . . . November 2nd starts our Late Fall session! Don't wait to sign up - space is limited. https://fal.cn/WGSmallGroups Have questions or want to know if Small Group Training is right for you? DM us or reach us at [email protected]

*Update!* Thank you to everyone who is excited about this spooktacular event at the Y! To allow for proper social distancing, we have a limited capacity of timed tickets for trick-or-treaters and family members.... All of our tickets have sold out and we are currently full! We hope you and your families have a safe, fun, and healthy Halloween this year!

Late Fall Programs are coming soon! All your favorites are back - with some cool new additions. Gymnastics, flag football, swim lessons, and so much more are here this season to keep you and your family active and engaged! . .... . Mark your calendars - registration opens Wednesday, October 14th! Take a peek early and browse our programs: Youth Sports @ https://philaymca.org/programs/youth-sports/ Swim Lessons @ https://philaymca.org/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons/ Arts & Humanities @ https://philaymca.org/programs/arts-humanities/

Gather your turkeys... let's run! Fall is here and Thanksgiving is around the corner. Take your turkey trot the morning before your big meal... or not! This year we are free-range virtual! Register early and save! Learn more

Join us for fun KidZone Activity Nights at the Y! Fun for the whole family, jump back into your fitness routine while your kids enjoy safe and exciting activities in our KidZone. Slime Making Lab, Harry Potter Trivia & Wand Crafts, Youth Zumba, Kickball, and so much more - there's something for everyone! ... Check out our calendar and learn more @ https://philaymca.org/kidzone-willow-grove/

Basketball leagues are back at the Y starting in November! For ages 3-12, this year's 3-on-3 leagues will have a special focus on skill-building, safety, and of course, fun! Learn more @ https://fal.cn/3avcv Registration begins Oct. 14th!

Did you know today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay? Stop by any time today between 5-7pm to register! Can't make it? No worries. Here are some resources to get you started at home. ... Register online - www.votesPA.com/Register Update your name or address - www.votesPA.com/Register Check your current information or status - www.votesPA.com/Status The deadline to register is just 28 days away - Oct. 19th!

9.19.20 - LES MILLS Launch Event! Thank you to all the members and staff that made this event so fun! This crisp morning was filled with so many reunions, air high fives, and - of course - awesome new workouts! If you missed it, join us all month long for new routines to your favorites like BodyPUMP, SH'BAM, BodyCOMBAT, SPRINT - and so much more! ... Find your next indoor or outdoor class with our calendar! View in-app or online at https://philaymca.org//willow-gro/group-exercise-schedule/

Our Y Student Support Centers are now open - giving students safe, supervised spaces to learn, explore, and grow while remote learning. Take a virtual tour of ...our new Y Student Support Centers! . . . Learn more and find a center near you https://philaymca.org/yssc/ See more