Community Events

Compete in the Harris YMCA's annual golf tournament to benefit kids and families who need us most.

Compete in the McCrorey YMCA's annual golf tournament to benefit kids and families who need us most.

Enjoy a day of unparalleled bass fishing on private Lake Broyhill.

Compete in the Childress Klein YMCA's annual Golfing For Good Tournament to benefit kids and families who need us most.

Compete in the Morrison Family YMCA's 21st annual golf tournament to benefit kids and families who need us most.

In Uptown Charlotte | A Charlotte Tradition for over 40 Years

Challenge yourself mentally and physically through our annual obstacle course race

Perfect for runners and walkers of all levels and ages – beginner to expert

Give your child a weekend to reunite with friends or try Overnight Camp for the first time at Camp Thunderbird! This is the perfect opportunity for your child to experience the wonders of Camp Thunderbird. Ages 6-15. 6:30pm drop off, Friday. 11:30am pick up, Sunday. Campers will enjoy the Challenge Course, Arts & Crafts, Group Games, Archery, Riflery, Tree Climbing, Pony Rides, Skits, Songs, a Campfire, and Water Activities, weather permitting! Campers will get to experience the fun of evening programs and the character building of Cabin life. Campers are grouped by gender and age with a staff ratio of 1:6. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack will be provided on Saturday. Breakfast will be served on Sunday morning.

Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. Both members and guests will have an opportunity to win valuable prizes at each of our Bootcamps. Registration required: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/12852

We are excited to partner with Forest Hill Church for our Family Field Day that will include fun activities such as live music, an inflatable, obstacle courses and much more. This event is free and perfect for children ages 2-12. Lots of exciting vendors will be there including OooWee BBQ, Ballantyne Pediatric Dentistry, Hungry Howies, Smoothie King, Nothing But Noodles, and Hog N Dog and A Pinch of Soul Food Trucks. Attendees will have a chance to win a free week of Summer Camp. In order to ensure a safe environment this event is held outdoors at the Morrison Family YMCA and masks will be required for ages 5 and up.

Led by Dan Tourtelot & Holly Bosman. Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. Both members and guests will have an opportunity to win valuable prizes at each of our Bootcamps Must be at least 10 years old on Apr 01, 2021.

Join us for a FREE Community Dance Party lead by Sammi Davis & Daryl Hammonds! Held Thursday, April 22nd from 5:30-6:30PM on the Ayrsley Green. This is open to the community so bring your friends. Sign up today to reserve your spot at https://tinyurl.com/freedanceparty

Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! Led by Christine Connie Schwarzen & Elizabeth Kapsiak. This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. For every member that brings a friend to a Bootcamp in April, will be entered into a drawing of chance. At the end of April, we will draw two names to receive a free one-year membership for both the member and their friend.

Come and spend the day with us at Camp Harrison! The following activities will be available on this date: • Ropes Course and Zip Lines • Hiking • Fishing (equipment provided) • Target Sports • Gaga Ball/Field Games • Mountain Bounce Safety Precautions: Social distancing will be observed in all of our activity areas and masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained. All equipment will be disinfected between each use. Camp Harrison staff will wear masks at all times.

We are so excited to welcome you home for summer 2021! Our staff have had a year to plan new adventures for your time with us. Fly with us on our flight around camp to learn more about all the fun things we have in store for this summer! Join us on our Facebook Page YMCA Camp Thunderbird as we go LIVE on 4/27 @ 7:00PM. We will discuss scheduling, evening program plans, new activities, cabin life, and Covid protocols. See you there!

All members and guests must pre-register. See registration link below. Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. Both members and guests will have an opportunity to win valuable prizes at each of our Bootcamp events. Registration will be captured for members and non-members via EventSquid: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/12852

Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. Both members and guests will have an opportunity to win valuable prizes at each of our Bootcamps. Registration required: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/12852

Come and spend the day with us at Camp Harrison! The following activities will be available on this date: • Ropes Course and Zip Lines • Hiking • Fishing (equipment provided) • Target Sports • Gaga Ball/Field Games • Mountain Bounce Safety Precautions: Social distancing will be observed in all of our activity areas and masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained. All equipment will be disinfected between each use. Camp Harrison staff will wear masks at all times.

Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. Both members and guests will have an opportunity to win valuable prizes at each of our Bootcamps. Registration Link>>https://www.eventsquid.com/event/12852

May 7-9: Family weekends are the perfect opportunity for families to unplug and spend time together. Families will be able to reserve a cabin for their family/friends, meals will be provided, and enjoy several activities such as our ropes course, climbing wall, hiking, target sports, fishing, and more! Family camp is for all ages.

Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. Both members and guests will have an opportunity to win valuable prizes at each of our Bootcamp events. Registration will be captured for members and non-members via EventSquid: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/12852

Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. Both members and guests will have an opportunity to win valuable prizes at each of our Bootcamps. Registration required: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/12852

Our Bootcamp instructors will take you through a dynamic group warm-up, coach you through a challenging, yet scalable bodyweight Bootcamp exercise and finish with recovery movements. The Bootcamp workouts consist of varied, functional movements that focus on both resistance and cardio respiratory training. No experience necessary! Lead by Matt Wagner. This event is free and open to the community as well as our valued members. For every member that brings a friend to a Bootcamp in April, will be entered into a drawing of chance. At the end of April, we will draw two names to receive a free one-year membership for both the member and their friend.

May 21-23: Come join us for a weekend filled with fun adventures spent with your kids! Reserve a cabin for your group of moms & kids, we will provide all meals during your stay, and enjoy a weekend full of activities such as our ropes course, climbing wall, hiking, target sports, and more!

May 28-31: Family weekends are the perfect opportunity for families to unplug and spend time together. Families will be able to reserve a cabin for their family/friends, meals will be provided, and enjoy several activities such as our ropes course, climbing wall, hiking, target sports, fishing, and more! Family camp is for all ages.