Orangeburg County Aquatics Park Temporary Closure
Due to ongoing repairs, the Orangeburg County Aquatics Park will remain closed on Thursday, June 27th and Saturday, June 29th. We understand this closure may disrupt your summer plans, and we are working diligently with Orangeburg County to expedite the reopening process. We are currently targeting a July 4th reopening and will provide confirmed updates on our website and social media channels as soon as they become available.
In the interim, we are pleased to offer extended operating hours at the Santee Water Park to ensure continued access to aquatic enjoyment during this time.
The Santee Water Park will be open for […]
Orangeburg and Santee Water Parks
Splash into Summer – Orangeburg and Santee Water Parks Open Last Weekend in May!
The YMCA of Columbia is thrilled to announce the opening of our water parks for summer 2024, offering a refreshing escape for families and fun seekers of all ages.
The Santee Water Park (1761 Bass Drive, Santee, SC 29142) will open May 25th, 26th, and 27th and the Orangeburg Water Park (2550 St. Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC 29118) opens its doors on Saturday, June 1st.
Both parks offer a variety of exciting features to keep everyone entertained, including:
- Family Fun […]
Family Fun Day Sponsored By Kohl’s
2024 Kohl’s Family Fun Day!
Join us for Family Fun Day, sponsored by Kohl’s on Wednesday, June 12th from 10am to 2pm at the NorthWest Family YMCA! This event is FREE for the entire community – members and nonmembers!
• Get active with over a dozen field games,
• Jump, hide and slide in the inflatables,
• Spark creativity with painting and chalk art,
• Focus on wellness at health and safety stations,
• Stay cool in the splash pad and with water games,
• Visit with our delicious and refreshing food vendors
Splash Pad Hours
2024 SPLASH PAD HOURS
NOTICE: Closed August 8th due to inclement weather.
SEASON: June 1-August 10
Beat the heat this summer! Our interactive splash pad features:
- Sparkling Sprays: A symphony of water jets erupts from the ground, creating a refreshing dance floor for little tikes to run through and squeal with delight.
- Tipping Buckets: Watch with glee as giant buckets overhead fill with water, then tip over with a splash, showering unsuspecting adventurers below.
- Gentle Rain Curtains: Stroll through cooling curtains of mist, perfect for a quick escape from the midday sun.
- Playful Squirts: […]
2024 Race to Remember 5K and 1-mile Fun Run, Saturday, May 25
The YMCA of Columbia Race to Remember is a 5K Run or Walk and Kids 1-Mile Fun Run that takes place in Historic Downtown Columbia on Saturday, May 25. This race is great for all levels of ability and ages. Participants are encouraged to carry a flag or wear dog-tags to remember and honor military personnel who gave the ultimate sacrifice to serve the United State of America.
All race proceeds support the Y’s Annual Campaign, which provides financial assistance to those who need the Y’s life-changing programs and services the most. Part […]
Join Us at the Y for Pickleball!
Join us in the YMCA of Columbia for one of the fastest growing sports in the country! Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong. It is a great low impact, aerobic workout for all ages and ability levels. Available at 3 YMCA of Columbia locations!
OUTDOOR PICKLEBALL COURTS
Outdoor courts are available at our Jeep Rogers Family YMCA (Lake Carolina) and
