Mudcats Swim Team Shines in Recent Competitions
The Mudcats Swim Team continues to make waves, both in and out of the pool! As a year-round program, our swimmers demonstrate incredible dedication, discipline, and teamwork, and we couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments. Swimming is more than just a sport—it’s a way to build confidence, foster friendships, and develop lifelong skills.
“We have a very hard working and dedicated group of swimmers with ages ranging from 5 to 18 years of age,” stated Coach Barry Neville, “Their enthusiasm is outstanding and serves as a motivation to both their fellow teammates and coaches. They are a very fun group to work […]
The Story of Camp No Bedtime (And Why Structure Matters)
Catie Young, Youth Development Director pictured right with Assistant Director Natalie Woods.
By Catie Young, Downtown Youth Development Director
As we continue our journey towards Summer 2025, we’re sharing stories and insights that illuminate the philosophy behind our camp program. This week, we’re diving into a fascinating experiment from Camp Stomping Ground, founded by the innovative Jack Schott (Summer Camp Society), and what it taught us about the importance of structure.
Imagine a camp with no bedtime. Sounds like a dream come true for kids, right? That’s exactly what Camp […]
New Mobile App!
The YMCA of Columbia App is Now Available!
Download today on iOS and Android.
Designed for a better, more seamless experience, the new YMCA of Columbia app replaces our previous eGyms app. Unlike the old version, this app—powered by Daxko—lets you register for programs, view your family’s registrations, and manage everything in one place. It’s a full extension of our website, optimized for mobile use.
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Register for programs and view all your registrations in one place
Give Your Child a Summer of Growth and Fun!
The Benefits of Kids Attending Summer Camp
Summer camp is more than just a fun getaway—it helps kids develop independence, confidence, and social skills. Whether it’s a day camp, specialty camp, or sports camp, these programs provide a structured environment for children to grow, learn, and make lasting memories.
YMCA of Columbia Summer Camps
The YMCA of Columbia offers summer camps designed to keep kids active, engaged, and learning. Camp provides themed programs include hands-on activities, sports, swimming, and […]
WEATHER ALERT: Modified Hours of Operation
INCLEMENT WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT
As the snow melts and temperatures drop, we are anticipating icy road conditions this evening and tomorrow morning. To ensure the safety of our employees, members, and guests, we will be modifying our hours as follows:
Branch Closings Today (January 22nd)
- Downtown: Closing at 7:00 PM
- Ballentine: Closing at 7:00 PM
- Northwest: Closing at 7:00 PM
- Jeep Rogers: Closing at 7:00 PM
- Orangeburg: Closed
Delayed Openings Tomorrow (January 23rd)
- Downtown: Opening at 7:00 AM
- Ballentine: Opening at 8:00 AM
- Northwest: Opening at 8:00 AM
- Jeep Rogers: Opening at 8:00 AM
- Orangeburg: Opening […]
2024 Prayer Breakfast
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.
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