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Junior Explorers Camp Junior Explorers Camp Held inside the Early Learning Centers (ELCs) at the Andover YMCA, East YMCA and Richard A. DeVore South YMCA – our Junior Explorer Camps are designed for preschoolers (ages four and five) who are ready for summer adventure and…
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Greater Wichita YMCA Names 2024 Volunteer of the Year, Coach of the Year Wichita, Kansas — Upholding its legacy as a volunteer-led organization guided by service, the Greater Wichita YMCA recently honored Brad Dillon as its 2024 Volunteer of the Year and Tim Peitner as the 2024 Coach of the Year. They are the highest awards presented to volunteers within the association that recognize exemplary dedication, leadership, and service to the Y and its mission to put…
Andover YMCA Water Park: What You Need to Know Opening day for the Andover YMCA water park is Saturday, May 24. Andover Y water park guest passes will be available for purchase online and in the branch.Click on the button below if you're not currently a member and want to be a Greater Wichita YMCA member to enjoy access to the Andover Y water park as well as all other facilities and water parks.Join Today!…
Sports & Programs Year-Round Sports and Programs at the YThe Dr. Jim Farha Andover YMCA believes that organized sports have value far beyond the score at the end of the game. Use the registration link below to see what sports and programs are currently open. Register for Andover YMCA ProgramsEarly Learning Center at the…
Memorial Day 2025 Memorial Day 2025 ScheduleDOWNTOWN, EAST, EL DORADO, HUTCHINSON, NEWTON, STEVE CLARK, WEST Branch Hours: 7AM - Noon* Kid Zone: 8AM - 11:45am*Kid Zone not available at Steve Clark ANDOVER, NORTH, NORTHWEST, SOUTH Branch Hours: Noon - 5PMKid Zone: Noon - 4:45PMWater Parks: Noon - 4:30PM …
Y supporting next generation of child care leaders with Work to Learn program The Work to Learn program initiated by the Child Care branch at the Greater Wichita YMCA is the total package for individuals who want to turn a job in the child care field into a long-term career.In just 12 months, it’s possible to complete all necessary educational requirements and paid on-the-job training – all facilitated by the Y along with educational partner Cowley College –…
2025 Murph Challenge The Murph Challenge - Your Memorial Day WorkoutThe Greater Wichita YMCA is an official Host site for the 2025 Murph Challenge.The Murph Challenge is dedicated to Navy Seal Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, who gave the ultimate sacrifice back in Afghanistan in 2005. The Murph Challenge is the Official annual fundraiser of the LT. Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation, presented by…
Late Night Fun and Friends in a Safe EnvironmentWelcoming high school students on Saturday nights, the LATE NIGHT program is offered at the South YMCA. Funded through generous gifts to the Greater Wichita YMCA's Strong Community Campaign, LATE NIGHT is a Community Development initiative and a recognized adolescent program.LATE NIGHT brings teens together after our branch closes to support universal…
Gymnastics Open House
Dance Open House
Martial Arts Tournament Martial Arts TournamentJoin us for a thrilling day of Martial Arts competition featuring forms and sparring. Open to all ages and skill levels, this event celebrates skill, discipline, and community spirit. Spectators welcome!June 28, 2025, 11am-4pmFarha South Sports Center3405 S. Meridian Ave., Building 200, Wichita, KS 67217…
CDCs Day Care Inside Area High Schools In our Child Development Centers (CDC) environments, babies develop trust and security, toddler’s language skills blossom and their independence grows, while preschoolers experience early literacy and build the skills needed to enter kindergarten both academically and socially prepared. Most importantly, children learn how to be their best selves. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged…
ELCs Child Care Inside Our Y BranchesThe Greater Wichita YMCA's Early Learning Centers (ELCs) are hosted in our Y branches but staffed and managed entirely by our Child Care and Camp branch staff. ELCs offer an atmosphere for learning and fun where children and families feel secure, comfortable, and important.ELCs provide affordable, KDHE-licensed, high quality, YMCA child care programs.  These dynamic programs are customized to meet the needs of the…
Martial Arts Blue Boost Confidence and Learn Discipline with Karate and Taekwondo Improve self-confidence, self-control, concentration, coordination, reflexes, discipline, and overall health as you learn self-defense techniques. Uniforms and testing are optional for all…
Sports Trainings & Clinics Sports Trainings & ClinicsTrainings and Clinics are a great way to stay active and keep developing your skills. Join YMCA Coaches for training and work on improving your skills!…
Greater 316 Club Try Out and Compete at a Local, Regional, or National LevelGreater 316 Volleyball is committed to offering the best experience for our teams for an unbeatable price. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to grow at the competitive level regardless of ability to pay. Our experienced and certified coaching staff offers skill and teamwork development while players learn to play and win with a diverse group of other young…
Cooking Classes Junior Chef Academy (Ages 6-12) At the Greater Wichita YMCA, we teach kids to find their way around a kitchen and to make good food choices in a fun, hands-on setting. They gain much more than cooking skills from the experience. Children who learn healthy habits at an early age, grow up to be happy and…
LIVESTRONG Strengthening Our Most Vulnerable We are committed to empowering our entire community with resources and options that excite them and help them work toward improved general health. That certainly includes older adults, those recovering from surgery or injury, and those…