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Two complimentary training sessions are included with membership.

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There's something for everyone at the Y! From group exercise classes to wellness programs and drop-in childcare, membership has it all.

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Preschool

 

Now enrolling preschool in Portsmouth and Virginia Beach

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Before & After School Care

 

Safe, fun, and flexible—at the Y, kids choose their activities while families get peace of mind.

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Activity Schedules

 

Find fun, motivating fitness classes, gym schedules, and more!

 

 

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Improve Your Water Skills

 

Safe swimming is a life skill everyone deserves to know. Start swim lessons today!
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Volleyball & T-Ball

 

Registration is open for volleyball and t-ball. Games begin in November.

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Latest news & Updates

Y Heroes: Doretta Gilliam, Suffolk Family YMCA
Outside the Suffolk Family YMCA center in Suffolk Virginia

Doretta credits the Y for a completely different approach to managing her pre-diabetes condition. Through support and education she learned to live "in the solution" to dealing with the problem.

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Y Heroes: Jenn Penn, Greenbrier Family YMCA
Outside the Greenbrier Family YMCA center in Chesapeake Virginia

Jenn was a single parent looking to further her weight loss journey and needed child care while she worked out.She also wasn’t able to afford the full membership rate and received a scholarship.

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Y Heroes: Kesha McDuffie, Effingham Street Family YMCA
Outside the Effingham Family YMCA center in Portsmouth Virginia

"The Y is a safe place where I know my daughter is well cared for while I’m at work during the Before- and After-School Care program. The hours work perfectly for my schedule, and I know her

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity is a fact. Equity is a choice. Inclusion is an action. Belonging is an outcome. ~Arthur Chan

 

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