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THE Y. WHERE KANSAS CITY CONNECTS.

For every age, stage and ability.

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Volunteer at the Y

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Learn lifelong skills at any age

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    ABOUT US CONNECT AND BELONG

    A Kansas City YMCA membership isn’t just access to facilities—it’s an investment in personal growth, whole-family enrichment, and the strength of our community. Whether you’re joining for health and wellness, youth development, social connection or to give back, you belong to an organization dedicated to making our community stronger.

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    WHAT WE OFFER BELONGING FOR EVERYONE

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    YOUTH & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT

    Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

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    HEALTHY LIVING

    Improving the health and well-being of our community.

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    SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

    Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

    FIND YOUR POTENTIAL EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS

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    SWIM

    Explore SWIM
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    YOUTH SPORTS

    Explore YOUTH SPORTS
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    ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS

    Explore ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS
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    BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL

    Explore BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL
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    GROUP FITNESS

    Explore GROUP FITNESS
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    HEALTH & WELLNESS

    Explore HEALTH & WELLNESS
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    SUMMER CAMPS

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    ADAPTIVE CHALLENGER

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    GET INVOLVED FEATURED EVENTS

    • ARC – Adult/Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – BL

       November 12, 2026 | 9:30 AM

      This class equips students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults children and infants. It is designed for students who need a certification that satisfies OSHA workplace or other regulatory requirements…

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      YMCA of Greater Kansas City CPRTraining SM

    • NKC YMCA – English as a Second Language – Level 2

       North Kansas City YMCA
      September 22, 2026 | 4:30 PM

      English as a Second Language classes develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills for work, education and everyday communication! This class is for beginner English language learners with a focus on common phrases and building and a foundational English…

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      YMCA of Greater Kansas City English as a Second Language - Level 2

    • NKC YMCA – English as a Second Language – Level 4 – VIRTUAL

       North Kansas City YMCA
      September 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM

      English as a Second Language classes develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills for work, education and everyday communication! This class is for beginner English language learners with a focus on common phrases and building and a foundational English…

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    • Olathe – AOA – Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

       Olathe Family YMCA
      November 12, 2026 | 2:30 PM

      Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group. This is an in-person support group for caregivers for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other dementia in collaboration with Stockton & Kandt, LLC, and Cedar Lake Village and YMCA of Olathe. Support groups create a safe,…

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      YMCA of Greater Kansas City older adults in a caregiver support group discussion

    • PCCCN – AOA – Woven Ornaments Craft Day

       Platte County Community Center North
      November 12, 2026 | 1:15 PM

      This is weaving project and using yarn, beads, tassels, and sticks to create small ornaments for holiday tree or wreath. **Free to Members and $5 for Community Participants**

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      YMCA of Greater Kansas City Woven Ornaments Craft Day

    • PCCCS – AOA Seminar – Technology Tune-Up Seminar

       Platte County Community Center South
      November 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM

      Join us as Dylan Wisdom will be here for Technology Tune-Up Day: Bring Your Devices In and Get Help. It will be an open session format so you can come and go when needed. You can get a quick diagnostics;…

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      SEE OUR Y’S FIND YOUR COMMUNITY

      Explore Locations
      • Exterior of the Atchison Family YMCA Cray Community Center with the YMCA logo on a brick facade
      • Bonner Springs Family YMCA exterior
      • Cleaver Family YMCA exterior
      • Kirk Family YMCA exterior
      • Linwood YMCA exterior
      • North Kansas City YMCA exterior
      • Olathe Family YMCA exterior
      • Platte County Community Center North exterior
      • Platte County Community Center South exterior
      • Providence YMCA exterior
      • Riverside Community Center community center
      • Fred and Shirley Pryor YMCA Sports Complex complex

      Inspiration is all around us. Share Your Y Story

      Look for inspiring stories throughout our website, in our centers, and in our child care facilities.

      Share your Y Story
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      JOIN THE YMCA OF GREATER KANSAS CITY TODAY

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