Committed to Youth Development, Community Health & Social Responsibility

The YMCA is a non-profit, cause-driven organization that believes that a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our health and people. That’s why the YMCA of Greater Cleveland offers childcare, gyms, recreational sports, and so much more. Ready to join the community? Start your YMCA membership today.

Welcome Wednesdays | $0 Join Fee every Wednesday in September

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Join the Y in October and we'll waive the Join Fee! Don't just join a gym, upgrade your life, and join the Y today.

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Y-Club (BASE) and Pre-School Enrollment Open Now!

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Our childcare programs offer a positive environment where children can grow and develop. Fall enrollment is open now!

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Childcare, lifeguards, and other full and part-time career opportunities!

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Mission Moment: YMCA support for Ukraine

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As a member of the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, you are part of a global movement focused on building community around the world.

Our Y is an ACE provider: $500 child care credit available

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The YMCA of Greater Cleveland is an approved ACE provider which means qualifying families in our area can be reimb

The benefits of exercising at your branch

We are often asked, “How much exercise do I need each week to benefit from it?” We can shed light on that topic, b