Chuck Harris

Thank you for joining our YMCA of South Hampton Roads’ family.  For those of you unfamiliar with the YMCA, the YMCA is a not-for-profit, charitable, community-service organization comprised of members, volunteers and staff of different backgrounds who come together to develop their spirits, minds and bodies in a nurturing and encouraging environment. 

As a YMCA member, you are entitled to various services at any of our 17 family centers.  Our facilities, which extend from the Eastern Shore of Virginia to Northeast North Carolina, offer superior programming, state-of-the-art equipment, while under the care and guidance of highly qualified staff.  There is a wide variety of programs and services offered at the Y, including Pilates, Group Cycling, Youth & Family Fitness, licensed Child Care, Older Adult functions, Swim Lessons and more.  Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centers, exercise studios, teen centers and Interactive Zones – where youth, teens, athletes and adults can get fit while having fun.  No matter what your age or fitness level is, the YMCA has something for every body.

Many of you have enjoyed the addition of the Taylor Bend Family YMCA, now celebrating the opening of its new outdoor aquatic center.  After complete equipment and furnishing upgrades, this 45,000 sq. foot facility has opened new opportunities for the entire community.  Furthermore, we have continued our quest to provide you with the finest YMCA facilities across the region by adding new lines of strength equipment, renovated swimming pools, enhanced ChildWatch areas, and continued our cardio expansion – your YMCA has certainly been busy.

Don’t forget about the specialty programs and services the YMCA offers to the community.  The First Tee, a junior golf program, now has a second facility located on the Eastern Shore.  Also on the Shore is YMCA Camp Silver Beach, where children experience the summer camp of a lifetime.  New to Camp this summer is the Wet Willie, 90-ft waterslide!

Member Services is available to you should you have any questions about your membership benefits.  You may also refer to the website to register for programs, view schedules and class descriptions.  Discover the many ways in which you and your loved ones can help the YMCA build strong kids, strong families and strong communities!

In good health & happiness,
Chuck Harris
CEO and President