Plenty of outdoors––and indoors––to explore.
Gymnasiums, playgrounds, swimming pools, and more––all on 19 acres in Perry Township.
Center Features
Located in Perry Township, the Baxter YMCA is a convenient wellness hub for Indy’s southside residents. The center is set on 19 acres, offering a range of both indoor and outdoor activities.
Inside, explore the 13,500-square-foot wellness center, featuring dozens of cardio and strength machines, plus a full free weight area and eGym strength circuit equipment. Sample from a variety of group exercise classes. Join a game in one of two gymnasiums. Discover sport leagues for all ages. Or make use of the indoor pool, sauna and whirlpool.
Outside, enjoy the multipurpose fields or take a swim in the Olympic-sized outdoor pool, featuring a double flume slide and a nearby zero-depth entry wading pool. The center also features a Play & Learn Center for childcare, a family room, and indoor and outdoor playgrounds.
Featured Programs
Family Special Activities
Movie night. Parents’ day out. Mother’s and Father’s Day celebrations. Whatever your family’s speed, the YMCA is the perfect playground.
Certifications And Training
Be ready for anything––from CPR and first aid training to lifeguard and SCUBA certification, it’s always better to be prepared.
Personal Training
Personal trainers are part-coach, part-mentor, part-friend, and even part-drill instructor at times. You may not always like your trainer, but you will absolute...
Tumbling / Dance / Cheer
From tumbling to gymnastics, dance to cheer, the Y provides programs that build poise, confidence and discipline while never losing sight of fun! Our classes fo...
Specialty and Multisport Clinics
Clinics are geared to help athletes develop sport-specific skills. YMCA trained staff lead players in drills and games designed to develop the fundamental skill...
Martial Arts
Discover lifelong skills, enhance coordination, focus, agility, and goal-setting while enjoying a holistic fitness experience. Join our traditional martial arts...
Early Learning
Child Development experts agree: attending a high-quality preschool program better prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.
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Schedules + Downloads
Aquatics
Baxter Pool Schedule
Pool Schedule Descriptions
Infant-Toddler-Preschool Skill Sheet
Youth-Teen-Adult Skill Sheet
Swim Lesson FAQ
Swim Lesson Program Overview
Swim Lesson Stages Overview
YMCA App Reservation Guide
Sports
North Gym Schedule
South Gym Schedule
Group Exercise
Cycle Schedule
Group Exercise Class Descriptions
Group Exercise Schedule
Les Mills Virtual Group Exercise Schedule
Y+ Studio Schedule
Wellness
eGym Info
Myzone Information
Wellness Guidelines for Members Ages 8-15
Wellness Coaching vs. Personal Training Information
Youth + Family
Johnson County Social Services
Preschool Registration Form
Play & Learn Parent Handbook
Baxter Pool Schedule
Pool Schedule Descriptions
Infant-Toddler-Preschool Skill Sheet
Youth-Teen-Adult Skill Sheet
Swim Lesson FAQ
Swim Lesson Program Overview
Swim Lesson Stages Overview
YMCA App Reservation Guide
North Gym Schedule
South Gym Schedule
Cycle Schedule
Group Exercise Class Descriptions
Group Exercise Schedule
Les Mills Virtual Group Exercise Schedule
Y+ Studio Schedule
eGym Info
Myzone Information
Wellness Guidelines for Members Ages 8-15
Wellness Coaching vs. Personal Training Information
Johnson County Social Services
Preschool Registration Form
Play & Learn Parent Handbook
Hear from real members and learn how the Y is making a difference throughout central Indiana.
The staff is extremely kind and helpful. There's not a gym around that can offer what this place does.
Anthony G
We are able to hit the gym and know our children are in a fun and safe environment!
Sharina M
I love helping others, get faster and stronger. That to me is what it is all about. They often joke about my folder! (Which has workouts in it, and I made the...
Erin
I love helping others, get faster and stronger. That to me is what it is all about. They often joke about my folder! (Which has workouts in it, and I made the...
Caren
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