Y Readers is our nationally-recognized literacy program that serves students in grades PreK – 3 who are reading below grade level. This summer we are offering two FREE programs to support students: in-person and virtual. Tap below to learn more and register!

HURRY! Early bird pricing ends on June 15th. Only a few days left to enter the c2 Obstacle Trail Run at our lowest price. This is one you don't want to miss!

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, is the oldest nationally-celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the U.S. June 19 marks the date that more than 250,000 slaves in the state of Texas became aware of their freedom, two and half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed on January 1, 1863. Juneteenth is an opportunity to celebrate, lament and educate: celebrating emancipation, liberation, and progress; lamenting that there is still much work to be done; and educating for racial equity and inclusion of all people.

Kiesha Battles, a full-time yoga teacher and trainer, has a respected and well-deserved reputation in the national yoga community. She is Co-Director of the Yoga Retreat for Women of Color™ and a member of the board of directors for Amplify and Activate, a nonprofit community that focuses on yoga as a form of self-care and social justice. In addition to teaching through her own I Am Yoga organization, Kiesha has taught for the YMCA of Greater Charlotte for 5+ years. On Saturday mornings, join Kiesha from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. at McCrorey Family YMCA labyrinth walk and talk. The labyrinth, at McCrorey Family YMCA, is the first Afro-centric labyrinth in the United States. This labyrinth is based on the conventional eleven-circuit pattern, and incorporates ancient African symbols. It was designed by artist Tom Schultz at the behest of Almetto Howey Alexander, civic and community leader in Charlotte who had seen Schulz's work at the Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte.

At the Y, we take water safety seriously. Gaining confidence around water is always important, but especially so in the summer months. Sign you child up today!

Dionne Parker has been with the Morrison Family YMCA at Ballantyne since August 2019. She started part-time with after school and summer camp. She has recently been promoted to Fitness Experience Coordinator in February 2021. She has a BS in Public Health from Coastal Carolina University and is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Public Health graduating this October 2021. She is very passionate about community health and being part of a system that makes resources accessible to bridge the gap. In addition to her service at the Y, she is also interning at a non-profit focusing on health equity program creation in different populations, including minority dense areas. Juneteenth is an opportunity to celebrate the progress made in the African American communities and focus on ways to continue the advancement for all.

Level Up your weekend! Teens ages 13 to 18 are invited to come get FREE dinner, hang out with their friends, play games, watch movies and win some awesome prizes. Hope to see you there this Friday and Saturday night..tap below to learn more.

Register Now! Rates Increase June 15th If you haven’t already registered for the YMCA’s 42nd Annual Truist Corporate Cup 5K and Half Marathon, you should act now before prices increase on June 15! Register now and SAVE!