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YMCA OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD DOWNTOWN SPRINGFIELD YMCA & SCANTIC VALLEY YMCA The safety of our members and staff is the most important factor in determining weather-related delays, cancellations and closings. We encourage members to check the YMCA website, www.springfieldy.org, WWLP 22, WGGB (ABC 40/FOX 6) and follow the YMCA of Greater Springfield and Scantic Valley…

My child looked forward to every class and enjoyed her teacher.  I appreciated her encouragement and approach.”  Swim Parent. “My swimming journey started in 2019.  However, that came to a halt due to the pandemic in 2020.  Now I’m back to finish what I’ve started and having fun along the way.  So far so Good!”…

I first came to the YMCA to exercise. I soon learned that it was a place not only to get healthy and strong, but a community where you become part of a family; a place to make new friends and share your knowledge and skills; a place where you can help others stay healthy and…

The YMCA recognizes the dedication, sacrifice, and service of military personnel and their families.  Since the Civil War, the Y has provided services to the military, and the Armed Services YMCA continues to support military members and their families. The YMCA of Greater Springfield continues to offer lower membership rates for our Military and Veterans. …

World Basketball Day is December 21st.  The origin of basketball can be traced back to 1891 at the YMCA in Springfield, MA.  Created by Dr. James Naismith, this popular sport is now estimated to be played by over 450 million people globally. Basketball is very popular at our outdoor summer day camps and youth programming…

Do you have some clothes that you can’t wear anymore? Go through your closets and dresser drawers. If you have some clothes that are clean and still in good condition, but you just don’t wear them anymore, please consider donating them to the yellow collection bin at the Scantic Valley YMCA, 45 Post Office Park,…

Santa’s crew has some new helpers! Thank you MGM Springfield for making holiday magic at the Y! We can’t wait until Santa and Mrs. Claus come for breakfast and toys in December! Santa info is coming soon!

We’re collecting themed baskets and gift cards, to benefit our LIVESTRONG® at the Y program. LIVESTRONG® at the Y provides cancer survivors with a safe, supportive space to rebuild strength, improve wellness, and connect with others on a similar journey. Your donation—big or small—helps keep this life-changing program accessible to participants. • Donate themed baskets…