2025 Prayer Breakfast
Join Us for a Breakfast of Faith and Community
Wednesday, November 19th | 7:30 AM
Join the YMCA of Columbia for our annual Prayer Breakfast, a heartwarming event that brings our community together to celebrate faith and support those in need. We are honored to feature this year’s keynote speaker, W. Keller Kissam, President of Dominion Energy South Carolina.
As President of Dominion Energy South Carolina, W. Keller Kissam serves over a million customers while promoting innovation and economic growth with a focus on […]
Go the Distance with the 50 Mile Swim Club
Make this season one to remember—join the YMCA of Columbia’s 50 Mile Swim Club and challenge yourself to swim 50 miles at your own pace.
How It Works
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Swim a total of 50 miles between October 1st and December 31st!
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Log your laps on the pool deck binder or by using our online tracker.
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All swim styles and techniques count—freestyle, butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, or even dog paddle!
Pumpkin Run and Fall Festival – Saturday, October 17, 2026!
Let’s get spooky! Join us for the Pumpkin Run!
Get ready for a spooktacular morning at the Northwest Family YMCA! The 2026 Pumpkin Run 5K and Kids’ 1-Mile Fun Run takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Kick things off with the Kids’ 1-Mile Fun Run—perfect for little ghouls and goblins—then enjoy festive fun with the YMCA Spooky Bus, bounce house, and creative arts & crafts.
All 5K participants will receive a commemorative race medal and t-shirt. Proceeds benefit the […]
2025 Back to School Special!
Back to School, Back to You
As the kids head back to school, it’s your time to refocus on you! From August 18–31, 2025, new members can take advantage of exclusive YMCA of Columbia savings:
✨ 10% OFF a 3-month membership
✨ 20% OFF a 6-month membership
✨ 25% OFF a 12-month membership
✨ PLUS — We’re waiving the $50 join fee!
That’s a total savings of up to $296!
Rediscover your wellness routine with access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment, energizing group classes, personalized training, refreshing pools, rejuvenating saunas and steam rooms, convenient child watch […]
Relive Your Playground Glory Days This Fall at The Recess League!
Remember the thrill of recess — that sweet escape from class, where fun and friendly competition reigned supreme? This fall, it’s making a comeback, just for adults!
The Northwest Family YMCA is excited to bring you The Recess League, a six-week adult recreational sports league that’s all about playing hard, laughing harder, and reconnecting with the joy of backyard games. Open to adults ages 18 and up, The Recess League is your chance to relive the best parts of childhood — without the school bell.
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 2025, 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 24th, 25th, and 26th (Memorial Day!) and the Orangeburg Water Park (2550 St. Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC 29118) opens its doors on May, 29th.
Both parks offer a variety of exciting features to keep everyone entertained, including:
- Family […]



