Sara's YMCA
Welcome to Sara's YMCA
Opened in 2016, Sara’s YMCA serves the business community in Ballantyne by providing top-notch facilities staffed by industry leading professionals. The branch is named for Sara Harris Bissell, a long-time community leader, whose bright spirit and passion for serving others, lives on through the positive energy and activity that happens at the Y.
Sara's YMCA is an adult only branch, and welcome members 16 years of age and older.
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The holiday season is a great time to open up your recipe book and make some delicious (and healthy) food for your family to enjoy. Check out some our favorites!
Do you have a favorite healthy holiday recipe? Share with us in the comments!
Official Community Health partner, Atrium Health, shares how extended screen time for your kids can affect cognitive development. Keep them involved engaging programs like the Y’s Childcare and Education services.
https://atriumhealth.org/dailydose/2018/02/19/healthy-together-less-screen-time-is-good-for-your-childs-health
We have tons of events happening at a branch near you! 📅💡
From fun holiday happenings to road races to theater performances, there's something for everyone! Sort by branch or event type to stay up-to-date on what's going on in your community.
Your footprints go farther with the YMCA of Greater Charlotte Race Series! Join Charlotte’s newest race experience and compete against thousands of local runners in any of our six annual races.
As part of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte Races Series, you receive the lowest pricing and our signature Race Series medal when you register for four or more races.
Such a beautiful fall evening yesterday at our 4th Annual Training on Tap event! Thank you to all who came out. #SarasYMCA #Northwood #TrainingOnTap #OMB
It's time to dust off your Santa costume, decorate those strollers and romp your way to the finish line in the 2019 Krueger Reindeer Romp - 5K and Walk! Check out the link below to learn more about the race and register early to secure your sweatshirt.
Did you know, according to statistics about 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Through programs like LiveSTRONG® at the YMCA, we continue our commitment to health and well-being by raising awareness around issues like these that impact our community.
Learn more about LiveSTRONG® at the YMCA and how this program supports adult cancer survivors.
Our new-and-improved website now has even more even more events and activities listed so you won't miss a thing! Check out what's going on and let us know which events you're most excited about in the comments below.
https://www.ymcacharlotte.org/community-events