2025 Resolution Run 5K at Lake Carolina!
Kickstart Your New Year with Our Resolution Run!
Join us for a fun-filled 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, January 4th at Lake Carolina. Bring the whole family, including your furry friends, for a scenic course through Columbia’s premier community. After the race, enjoy a post-event celebration at the Jeep Rogers Family YMCA with a bounce house, arts and crafts, and hot chocolate. All participants will receive a finisher medal and an official 2024 Resolution Run T-shirt.
Your participation is more than just a race; it’s a way to […]
Fall Camp at the Rivers Edge Retreat
TRADITIONAL AND ADVENTURE CAMPS
Experience the Downtown YMCA’s Camps at River’s Edge Retreat (1019 Garden Valley Ln, Columbia, SC 29210) this autumn. Our exciting camp options cater to every child’s interests.
Traditional Day Camp offers a fun-filled experience with fall-themed activities, physical exercise, creative projects, and positive mentorship in a safe environment.
For a more adventurous experience, our Adventure Camp features themed field trips throughout the week, including a deep dive into the culinary and […]
Holiday Camps at the Rivers Edge Retreat
TRADITIONAL AND ADVENTURE CAMPS
Experience the Downtown YMCA’s Camps at Rivers Edge Retreat (1019 Garden Valley Ln, Columbia, SC 29210) this winter. Our exciting camp options offer a perfect blend of fun, learning, and adventure.
Traditional Day Camp is a winter wonderland filled with exciting activities, positive mentorship, and engaging experiences to keep your child entertained and active.
For a more adventurous experience, our Adventure Camp features themed field trips throughout the week. Making Spirits Bright camp allows children to learn carols, create festive crafts, and participate in community […]
Kate Heald’s YMCA Journey: A Silver Lining for Seniors
Kate Heald’s YMCA Journey: A Silver Lining for Seniors
Katherine ‘Kate’ Heald, a retired resident of Shandon, SC, has discovered a silver lining in her active older adult years: the YMCA. Encouraged by her husband, Heald joined the YMCA despite facing several orthopedic challenges. She quickly realized that the welcoming environment and tailored programs were the perfect fit for her needs.
Heald credits her trainer, the recumbent bikes, and the Active Older Adults class for helping her maintain a level of fitness and strength that she didn’t think was possible. The class offers a […]
Strengthening Families Program
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES PROGRAM (SFP)
Free for Families with a child 6-17 years of age.
Parents and children are invited to participate in a series of FREE interactive, fun, family night! Any family with a child ages 6-17 years old can participate in this awesome 11 weekly session program to learn how to improve parenting skills and communication within the family.
Each session your family will receive a catered meal, weekly incentives full of fun and interactive for the whole family.
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The More I Move, The More I Can Move
Member Spotlight: Meet Annette
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurological condition which manifests by slowness of movement and stiffness, among other symptoms. In 2016 the YMCA of Columbia, in a collaborative effort with members of the physical therapy community, created a pilot project, offering a class designed for Parkinson’s patients. The class includes stretching, strengthening, aerobic, and balance exercises, all of which address the physical issues of Parkinson’s Disease. The class has continued since that time and grown enough to be offered at several “Y” locations.
My name is Annette Francis, and I have participated in […]
