Grants Pass Family YMCA

07/22/2025

And so it begins. New Dimension Hardwood Floors has started the sanding process, taking our gym floor and our multipurpose room floor) down to the hardwood. We appreciate your patience in this process, but the end results will be worth the wait.

07/21/2025

Child Watch will be closed the evening of July 21. We apologize for the inconvenience.

07/21/2025

With the YMCA closed next week for fair week, this is the FINAL WEEK for our July Raffle.
This month's prize: Hellgate Jetboat Dinner Trip for 5
Stop by and purchase your raffle tickets at the front desk.
$10 per Ticket or
$50 for 6 Tickets

07/18/2025

With the Multipurpose Room closing for renovations starting Monday, here is the temporary class schedule.

NOTE: Moovin' and Groovin' class location to be determined by the instructor.

07/15/2025

07/14/2025

Our Full-Time Preschool program offers a nurturing, play-based learning environment where children ages 3–5 can explore, create, and grow.

Through activities like open-ended art, sensory exploration, STEM, and outdoor play, kids build foundational skills in a fun and engaging way.

Guided by caring staff in a state-licensed program, children develop confidence, curiosity, and social connections that prepare them for lifelong learning.

Learn more by contacting Childcare Director Amanda Fly at afl@grantspassymca.net

07/12/2025

Children go back to school in just 45 days. Do you have an after school plan for your student?
Our Out Of School Time program is now accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year. Our licensed program provides care and learning throughout the year to keep your student engaged even out of the classroom.
Email Amanda Fly at afly@grantspassymca.net learn more and start the application process.

07/11/2025

Santa stopped by in the middle of his summer vacation to spend some time with our Summer Campers during Christmas in July Week.
Special thanks to Theresa at the Bear Hotel for helping us make Christmas magic.

07/11/2025

Join the Masters Swim Club at the Grants Pass Family YMCA! Whether you're training for fitness, competition, or just for fun, this adult swim program offers expert coaching, structured workouts, and a supportive swim community.

Open to swimmers 18 and older
Must be able to swim 100 yards and know two strokes
Practice: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Members: $30/month | Non-members: $60/month
Try your first practice FREE!

During the summer, Masters Swim works out at Caveman Pool*
*(Additional fee to use Caveman Pool)

No matter your pace, there's a lane for you. Come swim with us!
https://operations.daxko.com/Online/4076/ProgramsV2/Search.mvc?category_ids=TAG7970

07/09/2025

Our Arts Mentor Program (AMP) is off and running for the summer. This is our inaugural season, and these young, talented artists will be creating a vivid and exciting mural outside the courtyard at the YMCA. We wouldn't be able to run this without the support of Grants Pass Painting, the Carpenter Foundation and our resident artist Ash Wissler.

07/08/2025

Safe Sitter® is a nationally recognized program designed to teach youth how to be safe, confident, and prepared caregivers. Whether they're watching siblings or babysitting for neighbors, Safe Sitter® helps young teens build the skills they need to care for children responsibly.

What Participants Learn:
Basic child care skills (feeding, diapering, behavior management)
CPR and choking rescue (hands-on practice with mannequins)
Safety and first aid
How to handle emergencies
Life and business skills for babysitting jobs

Safe Sitter® is more than just babysitting—it’s about empowering youth with knowledge, responsibility, and confidence they’ll carry into many areas of life.

Recommended for youth ages 11–14.

Our next course is August 9. Sign up today at https://operations.daxko.com/Online/4076/ProgramsV2/Search.mvc?category_ids=TAG7990