What the SANDUSKY AREA YMCA Means to You.

The Sandusky Area YMCA Mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.  Together we have enriched the lives of thousands of families and individuals in our community. We offer youth, adult, senior citizen, and family health and fitness programs to enhance individual needs as well as provide alternative day care programs for infant, toddlers, preschool and school aged children.  We also offer many special events and clubs for all ages within the organization.

As a Sandusky Area YMCA member YOU are part of a worldwide movement, which is in over 120 countries dedicated to making this world a better place—one person at a time.  Collectively, YMCA’s are the largest not-for-profit community service organization in America.  YMCA’s are at the heart of community life in over 2,800 neighborhoods and towns across our great nation.  Y’s are for people of all faiths, races, abilities, ages and incomes.  No one is turned away for inability to pay.  We believe that the YMCA’s strength is in the people they bring together.  

Why Choose YMCA Programs?

Many organizations offer programs as an end to themselves, but the Sandusky Area YMCA offers programs as a vehicle to deliver our unique mission of putting Christian principles into practice to build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.  The goal of YMCA programs is to help enrich lives and teach people how to grow spiritually, mentally and physically.  To accomplish this, we address the following seven specific objectives…  

1.    Grow personally / Develop self esteem    
2.    Teach values / Develop character
3.    Improve personal & family relationships/Support Families
4.    Appreciate Diversity / Reflect community
5.    Become better leaders / Promote leadership
6.    Develop skills / Build life skills
7.    Have Fun! / Enjoy Life!  

The "Y" is built on the Christian principles of : Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility.

About our Programs. 

Programs are usually 5 weeks in length. The YMCA offers a few specialty programs with varying lengths. Space is limited in some programs.  Register early to ensure your enrollment.  Waiting lists will be established after maximum enrollment is reached. Call for information on financial assistance.

Registration may be completed in person or by phone.  Payment must be made at the time of registration through cash, check, or any major credit card. 

We hope you will enjoy using our website and look forward to seeing you at the "Y"!