Free Youth Food Program
The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA’s Free Youth Food Program serves healthy meals to any youth in Bay County ages 18 and under.
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Fitness & Personal Training
Whatever your specific needs are, we can work with you by helping to identify your goals and then custom designing a workout plan centered around those goals. Our trainers are passionate about what they do.
Get Fit
Swim Lessons
We offer many different swim lessons for children of all ages. See the different options here including Water Babies, Preschool, and School Age.
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Paddleball & Pickleball
The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA is a popular destination for paddleball, racquetball, squash, and other paddle sports. We’re also home to several National Paddleball Association-approved tournaments throughout the year.
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Aquatics

The aquatics programs at the Y are about more than just the techniques and skill; they are about building friendships, developing self-esteem and creating positive experiences that will last a lifetime.  Swim lessons include Safety Around Water skills, teaching kids drowning prevention. 

The pool and aquatics program areas open when the YMCA opens and close 30 minutes before the facilities close.

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Youth & Adult Sports

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Aquatics

The aquatics programs at the Y are about more than just the techniques and skill; they are about building friendships, developing self-esteem and creating positive experiences that will last a lifetime.  Swim lessons include Safety Around Water skills, teaching kids drowning prevention. 

The pool and aquatics program areas open when the YMCA opens and close 30 minutes before the facilities close.

Youth & Adult Sports

Health & Wellness

Wellness for All.

Health & Wellness

Wellness for all.

Group X Classes

We are passionate about providing you quality, heart-pumping exercise classes for those of you just starting your fitness journey, to novice and expert athletes. We are here for Healthy Living for ALL.

Our Group Exercise classes are an added benefit to our YMCA members. Aquatic Exercise classes are also free to attend for our members and available Monday through Friday.

Community Programs

Millions of children and teens lack access to healthy, affordable food at the end of their school day. The YMCA ensures that families are nourished every day, all year long, so they can reach their full potential. 

Group X Classes

We are passionate about providing you quality, heart-pumping exercise classes for those of you just starting your fitness journey, to novice and expert athletes. We are here for Healthy Living for ALL.

Our Group Exercise classes are an added benefit to our YMCA members. Aquatic Exercise classes are also free to attend for our members and available Monday through Friday.

Community Programs

Millions of children and teens lack access to healthy, affordable food at the end of their school day. The YMCA ensures that families are nourished every day, all year long, so they can reach their full potential. 

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the MEMBER SERVICE DESK or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

Book Your Spot:

Reservation Reminders:

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.

Financial AsSistance Programs

Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.