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1020 Barr Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

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ph: 260.422.6486
fx: 260.420.9622

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FACILITY HOURS

M: 4:00 AM-10:00 PM
Tu: 4:00 AM-10:00 PM
W: 4:00 AM-10:00 PM
Th: 4:00 AM-10:00 PM
F: 4:00 AM-8:00 PM
Sa: 5:00 AM-6:00 PM
Su: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM

child watch HOURS

M: 9:00 AM-1:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Tu: 9:00 AM-1:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
W: 9:00-1:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Th: 9:00AM-1:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
F: 9:00 AM-1:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Sa: 9:00 AM-Noon
Su: Closed
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WHATS NEW AT CENTRAL?

 

Escape Winter and engage in a life-changing experience through the YMCA’s international service immersion trip, working with urban underprivileged youth in Valparaiso, Chile!

 

For more information and to apply, visit here

 

Contact Francisco at 260.755.4807 if you have any questions


Please see the Flyer for more details.

Contact Ben at 260.755.4807 if you have any questions.


This Course will teach potential babysitters how to care for a choking infant, basic First Aid, personal safety for the babysitter, injury prevention, how to care for children (feeding, diapering, etc.) preventing problem behavior, behavior management, ethics and babysitting as a business. Next class start on May 8th. Register here.

Please see the Flyer for more details.

Contact Francisco at 260.755.4807 if you have any questions


 Please see the Flyer for more details.

Contact Francisco at 260.755.4807 if you have any questions.


Let the YMCA entertain your child while you enjoy a night out! Activities include a pizza dinner, gym games, crafts, swimming and a movie & popcorn. Please see the registration form for more details about what to bring and what to expect. Register here.

Please see the Flyer for more details.

Contact Francisco at 260.755.4807 if you have any questions.


2018 Summer Day Camp begins June 4th!
Click here for detailed information. Registration begins online February 1, 2018. Register in branch beginning March 1, 2018.

Beginning February 1st, you will be able to click on the links below to register for YMCA Child Care Services camps.

Register for Kekionga Adventure Camp (entering grades 1-5)
Register for Kekionga Kindergarten Adventure Camp (entering K)
Register for Kekionga Counselor in Training Camp (entering grades 9-12)
Register for Kekionga Leaders in Training Camp (entering grades 6-8)
Register for Harris Discovery Camp (entering grades 1-5)
Register for Harris Kindergarten Discovery Camp (entering grade K)
Register for Renaissance Pointe Integrated Arts Camp (entering grades 1-5)
Register for Renaissance Pointe Kindergarten Integrated Arts Camp (entering K)


Join us for a night of fun coed soccer. Bring your friends and enjoy the magic of soccer! Don’t know how to play soccer? Not a problem. Program starts on Wednesday, January 3.

Contact Ben at 260.755.4804 if you have any questions


Become a YMCA-certified leader! This year-round program trains youth in leadership development, volunteer work and social action while engaging them through games, sports, camping, and international exchange.

Register here.

Please see the Flyer for more details.

Contact Francisco at 260.755.4807 if you have any questions


  

We are excited to tell you that we have a new swim curriculum for YMCA Swim Lessons! The fun fish names we have used to identify the different levels have been replaced with names that more closely relate to the skills a student will work on to advance to the next stage.

For more more information on these changes, visit your branch or click here. 


The Y and the LIVESTRONG Foundation have joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a research based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. Participants do not have to be a YMCA member.

Contact at 260.755.4809 if you have any questions.


  

Are you 6 - 11 yrs. old? Are you bored waiting for your parents to work out? Join Us in our Childwatch Room Monday through Friday from 5:00-7:00p.m. Enjoy fun activities such as: Board Games, Sports, Crafts, Story Time and much more!

Contact 260.755.4807 if you have any questions.


Everyone loves birthday parties – especially at the YMCA!  Perfect for kids of all ages, your 2 hour party will include the use of a room decorated in your theme of choice and 45 minutes of activity for your guests; choose from swimming, gym games or racquetball court.

Please see the Flyer for more details.

Contact Francisco at 260.755.4807 if you have any questions. 


  

AMENITIES:

Aerobics Room
Cardio Room
Child Watch Room
Cycling Room
Dance Studio
Gymnasium
Health Center
Indoor Pool
Indoor Track
Locker Room
Racquetball Courts
Sauna
Steam Room
Weight Room
Wellness Center
Whirlpool

Leadership staff:

Amanda Fall
Amanda Fall

Executive Director
 Francisco Townsend
Francisco Townsend

Director of Youth and International Programs
Amanda Fall
Ben Linehan
Wellness Director
 Molly Street
Molly Street
Aquatics Director
Adam Vetter
Adam Vetter
Maintenance 
Director
 Sam Plamann
Sam Plamann
Membership 
Director
   
   
   
   

 

The YMCA is committed to providing programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. No one is turned away due to inability to pay. Download the current financial aid application (English or Spanish) or visit your local branch for more information.

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The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne is a registered 501 (c)(3) organization, Tax ID # 35-0886850, and contributions are tax deductible.
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