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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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Lifeguards Needed

 

Summer hits different at the Y. Make it unforgettable—become a YMCA lifeguard!

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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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Fall Sports

 

Registration is open for fall sports! Save when you register early for soccer, flag football, cheer, volleyball and more.

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Latest news & Updates

Five Years Strong with the Great Bridge/Hickory YMCA
Photo collage of Jennifer and family at the Great Bridge/Hickory YMCA

Our family joined the Great Bridge/Hickory YMCA about 5 years ago. My husband enjoys the flexibility of 24-hour access to the gym, and our two sons have been doing swim lessons for several years,

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Expanded Access at the Northampton County YMCA
Member checking into the Y using self-serve kiosk

Introducing self check-in hours

We're excited to announce that the Northampton County YMCA is expanding access, beginning February 1! With these changes comes a new feature—the addition of

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Go On Be Brave: The Award-Winning Documentary
Andrea Lytle Peet
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A group of portraits showing the diversity of our community

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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