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YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Names Derrick J. Stewart as New CEO
41-year-old Stewart has been CEO of the YMCA of Southwestern IN for 10 years
Published: Thursday, December 20, 2018Derrick J. Stewart has been named the new president and CEO for the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis effective Feb. 4, 2019. Selected by the Y’s Board of Directors following a five-month national search, Stewart will succeed Eric Ellsworth who will st... Read More
Sarah and family move to Indy
Big moves bigger changes
Published: Friday, November 16, 2018Have you ever moved to a new state and felt lost because you didn’t know anyone? What did you do in that situation? How did you acclimate yourself to your new surroundings? I can tell you what Sarah Johnson and her family did, they joined the Ba... Read More
8 Awards, Countless Acts of Heroism
YMCA staff superheroes go above and beyond
Published: Friday, November 16, 2018The theme for this year’s Staff Assembly was superheroes. And why not? The YMCA staff are happy to go above and beyond to serve others. Staff from across Central Indiana enjoyed fellowship and reveled in the ways we’ve achieved the Y mission of h... Read More
YMCA Honors Veterans with Food, Fitness, Pageantry
8-foot “Salute!” Sculpture to be unveiled at OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA Nov. 10
Published: Friday, November 2, 2018A series of YMCA events to honor veterans will culminate with the unveiling of a remarkable 8-foot Salute! sculpture on Nov. 10 at the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA, scheduled to open Dec. 3.Commissioned by the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis and the In... Read More
Mandy and Heather Get Fit
Two Perry Meridian HIgh School staffers share fitness journey at the YMCA
Published: Tuesday, October 23, 2018Have you ever wondered about the positive impact you have made on the life of another person? Mandy Martin is quick to point out that Heather Birge made a difference in her life. The two ladies have worked together for almost five years at Perry Meri... Read More
Have a Smashing Good Time at these Halloween Events
Have a spooky, healthy Halloween with your family
Published: Wednesday, September 26, 2018Nowhere else will you find a floating pumpkin patch, “haunted” 5K, Yoga in Catacombs and s’mores! There's no better place to celebrate Halloween than at the Y. We've got hayrides and s'mores, costume contests and candy, and all that spooky stu... Read More
YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Classes Begin Soon
YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Classes Begin Soon at 8 Locations
Published: Tuesday, September 11, 2018Months of coaching, classroom training help at-risk adults make lifesaving changes Prediabetes threatens over 1/3 of American adults and most don’t even know they’re at risk. The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program provides proven, community-ba... Read More
Free ‘LIVESTRONG at the YMCA’ Programs Starting Soon
Adult cancer patients gain confidence, camaraderie and strength in 12-week program
Published: Tuesday, September 4, 2018Free LIVESTRONG at the YMCA programs to help cancer survivors, literally, get back on their feet programs, will begin soon at six locations across Central Indiana, including the Ransburg YMCA, thanks to an anonymous $10,000 donation to bring the prog... Read More
Free Family Fun in September
Doggie Dips, Scavenger Hunt, Nerf Night, Tea Party & more!
Published: Tuesday, September 4, 2018What to do? What to do? We’re all super busy, and yet sometimes it’s hard to find affordable family fun nearby. That’s where the YMCA comes in. With 12 locations, there’s always something for kids and families to do within a short drive. And ... Read More
Register for Preschool Now!
Baxter Y Preschool: Giving children a strong start for more than 30 years.
Published: Tuesday, August 7, 2018Looking for a preschool program? The Baxter YMCA is where it’s at! Before you have to make a decision, we're inviting you to stop by to check out the rooms, get questions answered, or just see why we have been so successful for over 35 years. We h... Read More
Go from the Pool Back to School with the Y
Movie nights, campouts, rodeos and picnics keep summer fun alive when school starts
Published: Tuesday, July 17, 2018It’s about that time to go from the pool back to school. While summer may be ending, your fun at the Y doesn’t have to. Check out these events to keep your health and social life right on track when the kids go back to school. Celebrate School &... Read More
Healthy Habits are Hard, the Y is Here to Help!
Easy Tips Each Month for a Healthier You
Published: Sunday, July 1, 2018At the Y, we’re all about healthy living – healthy people and healthy communities. But habits can be hard to form, especially the healthy ones. Our new #HealthyHabits program will make healthy living easier.Each month, we‘ll help you build ... Read More
Tee up for a good cause!
Tee up for a good cause!
Published: Monday, June 11, 2018Join us for our annual golf outing on Thursday, September 6. Registration begins at 10 am, with a shotgun start at noon. The outing takes place at Dye’s Walk Country Club on State Road 135 in Greenwood. Registration details can be found here.Fo... Read More
Community Gardens are Growing at the Y
Gardening, volunteering and teaching opportunities are plentiful in Y community gardens
Published: Thursday, June 7, 2018Summer is here which means the Y’s different gardening programs to starting to bloom. While local community gardens and other growing efforts are beginning city-wide, you won’t need to look further than the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis to find an... Read More
Be Part of Our Team!
Now registering for Basketball, Volleyball, Futsal and Adult Men's Basketball
Published: Monday, March 12, 2018At the Baxter YMCA, everyone plays! Fall sports teams are now forming, so register early and save your spot!... Read More
Get a Jump Start on Education!
Get a Jump Start on Education!
Published: Thursday, February 22, 2018Give your child the gift of learning. Early childhood education is a great way to foster a love for school and prepare for kindergarten. With more that 35 years of impact, the Baxter YMCA preschool program has been touted as one of the most success... Read More
Meet the Teachers
Meet our preschool teachers
Published: Thursday, February 15, 2018Meet the Baxter YMCA preschool teachers. No matter which class you choose, your child will discover how wonderful learning can be!... Read More
Cancer survivor discovers healthy living is the best medicine
Breast Cancer survivor discovers healthy living is the best medicine
Published: Monday, February 12, 2018When Sara Buchwald found out that she had breast cancer, it could have stopped her in her tracks, but her strong will and positive attitude sent her down the path to finding a cure.With careful consideration, Sara chose to have a double mastectom... Read More
Family finds escape at the Baxter Y while battling cancer
Family finds escape at the Baxter Y while battling cancer
Published: Monday, February 12, 2018The Tucker family has a history at the Baxter YMCA. Tarah grew up attending Y programs, and now brings her husband, Ben, and three children, Caleb, Grace, and Luke, here as well.Caleb was diagnosed with cancer in 2016 and their world turned upsid... Read More
Now registering for Swim Lessons!
Jump in with group or private swim lessons
Published: Thursday, January 25, 2018When it comes to swimming, safety is always our priority! Our lessons are designed for all levels and ages. We even offer group or private lessons to fit your schedule!... Read More