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• 5K Race Series

  Through a dedicated group of volunteers from the running community and staff, the Capital District YMCA hosts six 5K events designed to build strong kids, families and communities, by acting as a fundraiser for the Reach Out For Youth Scholarship Program.   More 

• Active Older Adults

  At the Capital District YMCA, Active Older Adults (AOA) have a chance to keep active and grow in spirit, mind and body. New friends and new opportunities add joy to life, and the Y also gives seniors a chance to share their time and talents with others, such as children and teens.  Programming includes aquatics, group exercise, health & wellness, trips, social clubs, volunterr and service-learning.  The Capital District YMCA also partners with CDPHP, Fit Blue and Silver Sneakers to provide FREE memberships to seniors.  See our current AOA programs and register today.
  

• Activate America

  ActivateAmerica® is the YMCA's bold approach to directly address our nation's growing health crisis. Our mission compels us to transform the way we work, both internally and externally, to support all kids, adults,families and communities in their pursuit of well-being in spirit, mind and body. In addressing America's unprecedented health crisis, the YMCA is best equipped to influence change in individuals and in our communities to proactively address this health crisis, which is central to the achievement of our mission.  Learn More at YMCA.net

• Aquatics

  YMCAs have been teaching people to swim for more than a century. In YMCA aquatics programs, children learn to be safe around water.  Our swim lessons begin with infant-child classes and go through adult swimmers.  For competitive swimming, the Capital District YMCA offers several swim teams as well as the Sculpins synchronized swim team.  Additionally, the Capital District YMCA offers CPR and Lifeguard trainings on a regular basis.  See all of our Aquatics Programs and register today.
  

• Black and Latino Achievers Program

  The Black and Latino Achievers Program changes lives.  The central purpose of the Black & Latino Achievers Program is to help youth set and pursue higher education and career goals. The Black & Latino Achievers Program reaches deep into the heart of the community for both adult and teen achievers. The YMCA utilizes the talents of successful professionals, community leaders, and corporations to bring a much needed positive influence into the lives of young people. More
  

• Camp

  At the Capital District YMCA, we deliver camp programs in a safe, welcoming environment. Kids who attend our camps enjoy a variety of fun activities.  The Capital District YMCA offers both day camps and overnight camps.  Learn more

• Childcare

  The Capital District YMCA is the largest provider of childcare services in the Capital District, with more than 50 childcare sites.  Your child grows and learns in an environment that’s nurturing and welcoming. We foster growth and develop­ment in children and their families and emphasize the four core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.  We offer a broad base of childcare programs including Day Care (full and part-time care for infants and toddlers), Y's Time (after-school childcare), K-Care (kindergarten childcare), and Fun Clubs (during school holidays and school vacations).  Program space and availability varies by location.  Learn More

• CPR

  Coming Soon...  See our current CPR Certification Programs and Register Today.
  

• Diabetes Prevention Program

  The Capital District YMCA now offers the NYS YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program (Y-DPP), free of charge to eligible participants in the Capital District.

  Y-DPP is designed to aid in the prevention of diabetes for individuals, who have pre-diabetes, by helping them set personal lifestyle goals.  The group program meets in one hour sessions for 16 weeks, covering diet, exercise, and behavior modification to help participants achieve two primary goals: reduce and maintain individual weight loss by 5-7%, and participate in regular physical activity.  Learn More

• Family

  Building strong families is one of the core principles at the Capital District YMCA.  We accomplish this through unique programming that allows parents and children to learn and grow together.  See our current Family programs and register today.
  

• Group Exercise

  Our group exercise classes offer individuals an opportunity to build a strong spirit, mind and body in a group atmosphere. Many of our group exercise classes are included in your full membership (see schedule), and others require additional fees and/or registration.  See our current Group Exercise Programs and register today.
  

• Health & Wellness

  Our Priority

  In order to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities, the Capital District YMCA is committed to offering high-quality health and wellness programs. Whether you are new to health and wellness or have been active your entire life, the YMCA can help you move toward a healthier, happier and more balanced life. At the YMCA, you can examine nutrition, stress reduction, weight management, the role of community support and more. Our coaches and certified trainers can help you identify what is most important to you and how to achieve success. We believe, whatever your goals and desires are, the YMCA has a program to fit everyone’s needs.

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  • Personal Wellness Plan
  • Group Exercise
  • Nutrition
  • Road Races & Triathlons 

• Martial Arts

  Coming Soon...  See our current Martial Arts Programs and register today.
  

• Massage

  Coming Soon...  See our current Massage Programs and register today.

• Mind and Body

  Coming Soon...  See our current Mind and Body Programs and register today.

• Nutrition

  Coming Soon...  See our current Nutrition Programs and register today.

• Personal Training

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• Personal Wellness Plan

  At the Capital District YMCA, we understand that your pursuit of wellness involves your own set of interests, activities, and goals. That’s why your Full Membership comes with our FREE Personal Wellness Program. Our knowledgeable, caring wellness coaches will guide you through a 12 week program designed specifi­cally for you. Whether you want to lose weight, build your muscle tone, or train for a marathon, we can help!

• Preschool Programs

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• School age programs

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• Splash

  Splash is an aquatics orientation and safety program providing instruction on swimming skills and basic water safety, offered annually in June just before the summer swimming season begins. The week-long event offers water familiarization, swim lessons and, often, pool games, contests and parent education sessions.

• Swim Lessons

  YMCAs have been teaching people to swim for more than a century. In YMCA aquatics programs, children learn to be safe around water.  Our aquatics programs include infant-parent classes, preschool classes, classes for people with disabilities and classes for teens and adults.  Learn more about our Swim Lessons.

• Swim Team

  The Capital District YMCA offers competitive swim teams at four of our branches:  Guilderland, Greater Glenville, Southern Saratoga, and East Greenbush. Swimmers swimming at a minnow level or above are able to participate.  Competitive swimming offers an excellent outlet for children to improve skills, to stay in shape, show team spirit, experience the excitement of competition, make new friends, and be physically active and fit. Swimmers can compete in swim meets through our North Country League. More serious swimmers can compete in USA swimming as well for an additional fee.  Summer swim teams are available as well.

• Youth & Teen

  At the Capital District YMCA, we offer much more than swimming and outdoor play at summer camp. We offer children the opportunity to play and learn together in a nurturing, welcoming environment. Your child has the opportunity to learn much more than any of the many activities we offer; your child has the chance to learn about teamwork, and the value of community, and the four core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.  See our current Youth & Teen Programs and register online.

• Y-Guides

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• Youth Sports

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• Youth & Government

  YMCA Youth & Government is a national program of the YMCA that involves thousands of teens nationwide in state-organized model-government programs. Students from every corner of the U.S. have the opportunity to immerse themselves in experiential civic engagement and to, quite literally, practice democracy.