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50 Mile Swim Club

January 17, 2025|Categories: Blog, Event, News, NorthWest Family YMCA|

Join our 50 Miles Swim Club! 

Take the challenge. Join our 50 Mile Swim Club. Anyone who logs 50 miles between February 1 and May 2 will receive a free 2025 YMCA 50-Mile Swim Club Cap!  

All ages welcome. All swim styles and techniques welcome. Dog paddle to all four swim strokes, the technique is not a priority in this club, just the distance.

Ages: All Ages (Must able to swim unassisted)

How to Participate:  Just start logging your miles in our tracking log or look for the 50 Mile Swim Club Binder […]

Member Spotlight: Clayton Ingram

January 13, 2025|Categories: Blog, Downtown YMCA|

Member Spotlight: Clayton Ingram

HIIT Class Participants. Carlton is pictured bottom, right.

Meet Clayton Ingram, a proud resident of the Earlewood neighborhood in downtown Columbia, SC, where he has spent most of his life. As the External Relations and Policy Manager for the South Carolina Housing Authority, Clayton is dedicated to serving his community. When he’s not at the YMCA, you’ll find him immersed in his hobbies—beekeeping, gardening, or cooking.

The YMCA Journey
In December 2023, Clayton decided it was time for a change. Feeling uncomfortable with his weight and overall health, he made the […]

Paint With Us! Christmas Art Event at Orangeburg County YMCA!

October 28, 2024|Categories: Blog, Event, Orangeburg County YMCA:, Uncategorized|

Unleash Your Inner Artist and Heal Your Mind!

Join us for a relaxing and therapeutic paint class hosted by C.Q. Shannon, MAAT (Master of Arts in Art Therapy), ATR-P (Registered Art Therapist-Provisional).

We’ll guide you step-by-step through creating a beautiful masterpiece on a pre-designed canvas. No experience necessary!

This class is for anyone 12 and up. It’s a perfect event for a fun family afternoon!

2024 Prayer Breakfast

October 18, 2024|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Downtown YMCA, Event, Home Slide, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, News, NorthWest Family YMCA, Orangeburg County YMCA:, Press Release|

Join Us for a Breakfast of Faith and Community

Wednesday, November 20th | 7:30 AM

The YMCA of Columbia invites you to our annual Prayer Breakfast, a heartwarming event that brings together our community to celebrate faith and support those in need. This year’s breakfast will feature the inspiring Pastor Jeff Shipman as our keynote speaker.

Pastor Jeff Shipman is a renowned leader and the founder of Crossroads Church, a thriving congregation with over 1,000 weekly attendees. His journey is a testament to the power of faith and perseverance.

Event Details:

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Pumpkin Run and Fall Festival – Saturday, October 18th, 2025!

October 15, 2024|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Event, NorthWest Family YMCA|

Let’s get spooky! 🎃 Join us for the Pumpkin Run!

Get ready for a spooktacular time at the Pumpkin Run! Join us for the 2025 Pumpkin Run 5K and Kids’ 1-mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 18th, 2025 at the Northwest Family YMCA in Irmo. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a fun-filled morning of exercise and community spirit.

The Kids’ 1-mile Fun Run is perfect for little ghouls and goblins, with trick-or-treat stations, a bouncy house, and the Spooky Bus. […]

Give What You Can – November Membership Special

October 14, 2024|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Downtown YMCA, Event, Home Program, Home Slide, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, News, NorthWest Family YMCA, Orangeburg County YMCA:, Press Release|

Join the YMCA and make a difference. Donate two or more nonperishable food items to any of our five Midlands locations and we’ll waive the $50 join fee. Not only will you save money on membership, but you’ll also be helping to support your community.

Your generosity will directly benefit:

  • Sharing God’s Love: This organization provides food, clothing, and other essential items to families in need in Richland County.
  • Mission Lexington: Mission Lexington offers a variety of programs and services to help individuals and families overcome poverty and achieve self-sufficiency in Lexington County.
All YMCA of Columbia branch locations will be closed on Friday, July 4th. The Santee Water Park will be open! View Holiday Hours
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