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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 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. Enrollment for the 24/25 sc...

22 Mar

Spring Fest – Baxter YMCA

Baxter YMCA
Spring Is Here! Bring your family, and join us for our Annual Baxter YMCA Spring Fest Easter Egg Hunt. We will have an Easter Egg...

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

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

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.

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Ray’s Story

A Journey To Better Health   Like many people who come from a low-income family I was anxious at a young age to get my adult life started. That led me to...

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Don’s Story

Living The “C” In YMCA My name is Donald L. Willis (Don). I have been a member of the Baxter YMCA for several years. Enjoy working out, meeting and talking...

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Judy’s Story

Commitment and Community I was honored when John Schwenter asked me to share my fitness story. I was born the oldest of eight children and grew up in a very...

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Sandy’s Story

Making An Impact, One Wave At A Time My name is Sandy Teagardin Thomas and the Y has been a part of me during many phases of my life. I’ll admit it was a...

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The Choice to Change was Simple

Tyla and Keitheon were given a choice; cross into life as a diabetic, or, make simple lifestyle changes.

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YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Encourages Community to Share...

Mental health facts are just as important as our physical health.

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