First Coast YMCA

10/12/2026

Today is World Arthritis Day, a reminder that staying active can support your health and well-being. 💙

At the Y, everyone deserves opportunities to move, connect, and stay active at every stage of life!

10/10/2026

Taking care of your mental health matters. 💙 This World Mental Health Day, make time for movement, connection, and the things that help you feel your best. There’s always a place for you at the Y.

10/09/2026

WEATHER UPDATE 🌧️

For the safety of our Y families and staff, all outdoor sports are canceled today and tomorrow due to weather.

Thank you for your understanding! 💙

10/08/2026

Your Y community is always here to welcome you back.

If you’ve been away from the First Coast YMCA, October 1–31 is a great time to reconnect with the people, programs and support that make the Y feel like your place.

Get a $0 Join Fee + eligible past balance waived when you use code BACK2THEY.

Plus, YOUR Rate is always available, with membership rates based on household income!

10/07/2026

Wellness looks different for every family!

Maybe it’s making time for a workout, trying a new class, finding time to recharge or simply having a place where everyone can feel connected.

Whatever wellness looks like for you, the Y is here to help you find what works for your family.

10/06/2026

At the Y, kids, parents and caregivers find wellness, trusted support and meaningful ways to spend time together. With YOUR Rate, membership is priced based on household income so more families can find their place here.

10/02/2026

Trunk or Treat season is here! We’re excited to join in the Halloween fun at events across the First Coast. Come say hello to your local Y team! 🎃

📍Wildlight | Oct. 24
📍Dye Clay | Oct. 16, 5–7 p.m.
📍Nocatee | Oct. 17, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍Williams | Oct. 25, 3–5 p.m.
📍Flagler Heath Village | Mill Creek School, Oct. 30
📍Winston Y | Oct. 30, 6-8 p.m.

We’ll see you out there! 👻

09/28/2026

A big moment for someone who made a big impact on the Y. 👏

Robert “Bob” Dye has been inducted into the Class of 2026 YMCA of the Southeast Hall of Fame, recognizing a career dedicated to growing the Y, expanding access and developing the people around him.

Bob’s leadership helped shape the First Coast YMCA and inspired YMCA leaders across the Southeast. His impact continues to be felt today.

We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor!

Hear from the people who worked alongside Bob and learn more about his lasting impact: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76akhA8MVgg

09/25/2026

A place to move, connect and make the most of every day. Find your place at the Y! 💙

09/23/2026

Bump. Set. Spike! 🏐

Today, we’re celebrating National Volleyball Day and all the fun, friendships and friendly competition that happen on the court!

08/24/2026

🍼 Calling All 2026 Moms & New Families in Baker County!💙

Are you expecting a baby or did your family welcome a new little one in **2026**? The Florida Department of Health in Baker County invites you to a special community event created just for you!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
⏰ 9:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Community Resource Hub
480 W. Lowder St., Macclenny

Come connect with local organizations and discover resources available to support you and your growing family! Attendees can:

🎁 Register for **giveaways**
🍼 Receive **FREE baby and family supplies**
💛 Learn about helpful community resources
🤝 Connect with local organizations and support services

Baker County YMCA is proud to participate and share opportunities that help Baker County families thrive! We’ll see you there!

For more information, contact the Florida Department of Health in Baker County at 904-653-5274 or visit Baker.FloridaHealth.gov

💙 Please share and help us spread the word to expecting moms and families with new babies in our community!

Diaper Depot is a biweekly diaper and wipes distribution is for any Baker County family who has a child under the age of one.

08/17/2026

🏐🔥 BAKER COUNTY — WE’RE GIVING YOU ONE MORE WEEK!!!🔥🏐

VOLLEYBALL REGISTRATION HAS BEEN EXTENDED ONE WEEK!

And here’s what we want Baker County families to know: we aren’t just building a volleyball season—we’re building a volleyball PROGRAM and a pathway for our athletes to grow!💙

Across the YMCA of Florida’s First Coast, volleyball already goes far beyond recreational league play. Our Y offers:

🏐 Recreational Volleyball
🏐 Skills & Drills training
🏐 Competitive Volleyball Academy
🏐 Specialty volleyball camps
🏐 Select Travel Club teams competing in area tournaments
🏐 Opportunities for athletes to progress from learning the fundamentals to higher-level competitive play
Families choose their level of play!!

And THAT is the future we want to continue building in Baker County!

The YMCA has a tremendous sports network, not only across our First Coast association, but across the country. Ys throughout the United States use youth sports to develop skills, fitness, teamwork, confidence, sportsmanship and friendships, while also creating opportunities for athletes who want to take their game to the next level competing regionally and nationally.

Our goal is to GROW WITH BAKER COUNTY. As participation grows, so does our ability to bring more opportunities here- clinics, additional training, camps and ultimately future competitive Academy teams!

That’s one of the greatest things about being part of the YMCA of Florida’s First Coast: Baker County isn't standing alone. We are connected to YMCA programs, coaches, resources and opportunities across our association.

💙 Whatever Baker County is looking for, we want to find a way to bring it!

So if your athlete has been thinking about volleyball, THIS IS YOUR EXTRA WEEK! Get registered, get on the court and help us continue building something BIG for Baker County! 🏐🔥

Questions or need assistance with registration?
📧 Contact Tyler Roberts at [email protected]

Let’s grow the game. Let’s grow our athletes. Let’s grow Baker County volleyball! 💙🏐

08/17/2026

Join us tonight for Kickboxing at 6pm at the Keller School cafeteria!
Try a trial class for FREE!

08/16/2026

💙 Leaders Who Care Spotlight: Superintendent Wyatt Milton 💙

As we close out the first week of a new school year, there could not be a better time to recognize a leader whose heart for Baker County is centered on its greatest investment, our children and their future.

Today, the Baker County YMCA is proud to recognize Superintendent Wyatt Milton as one of our Leaders Who Care.

Superintendent Milton represents what it means to be a servant leader, leading with purpose, putting others first, and understanding that the decisions we make today help shape the opportunities our children will have tomorrow.

Our children need more than what happens during the school day. They need safe places to belong, caring adults who believe in them, opportunities to be active and healthy, mentors who encourage them, and programs that help every child, regardless of their circumstances, discover what they are capable of becoming.

That is why partnerships between our schools, the YMCA, families, and community leaders are so important. When we invest in programs that strengthen the whole child, we aren't simply supporting an activity or a season; we are investing in confidence, character, health, leadership, and a stronger future for Baker County.

As students finish their first week back in the classroom, we are reminded that their future is being written right now; and all of us have a role in helping them succeed.

Thank you, Superintendent Milton, for being a Leader Who Cares, for serving Baker County with heart, and for believing in what is possible when a community comes together for its kids.

💙 Strong schools. Strong kids. Strong families. A stronger Baker County.

08/15/2026

🚨 **POOL CLOSED TODAY** 🚨

Due to unexpected maintenance, the pool will be closed today, Saturday August 15th. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding!

If you need to reschedule a swim lesson, please contact **Teagan Rhoden at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

Thank you for your patience! 💙

08/12/2026

🌎💙 Happy International Youth Day!💙🌎

At the YMCA, Youth Development is at the heart of who we are! Each year, the Y engages millions of children and teens across the country through programs that help them learn, grow, build confidence and discover where they belong.

From youth sports and swim lessons to summer camp, Teen Leaders, Homeschool PE and more, there’s a place for every young person at the Y.

⭐ This International Youth Day, we encourage young people to get involved! Join a club, try a sport, volunteer, become a Teen Leader or find another way to connect. You never know where one opportunity might lead!
Email Tyler Roberts on how to get involved at [email protected]

When young people find their place, they find their potential.💙

08/07/2026

🌟 DOES YOUR TEEN NEED SOMETHING POSITIVE TO STAY BUSY AND GET INVOLVED?

Don’t worry — Teen Leaders is coming to the Baker County YMCA!💙

Our YMCA Teen Leaders program gives teens the opportunity to do more than just stay busy. They’ll build leadership skills, confidence, friendships, and a heart for serving their community.

Through Teen Leaders, participants will have opportunities to:

🤝 Volunteer and participate in community service projects
💡 Develop leadership and communication skills
❤️ Learn what it means to give back and make a difference
👥 Build friendships with other teens
🌎 Become more involved in their school and community
🏕️ Work toward the opportunity to attend the YMCA’s **Blue Ridge Leaders’ School**, an incredible summer leadership experience!

Teen Leaders is about helping young people discover that **their voice matters, their leadership matters, and they can make an impact right here in Baker County.**

📲 Interested in getting your teen involved? Message us to learn more about our upcoming Teen Leaders program!
[email protected]

💙 Baker County YMCA | Building tomorrow’s leaders today

08/04/2026

Last day of our Summer Breakspot Grab n Go food giveaway!
2pm-4pm
King Ruise Park
County Road 139
Glen St. Mary, FL 32040

08/04/2026

As we wrap up our last pool day of YMCA Summer Camp 2026, we couldn’t be more proud! 🎉 Two of our four Red swimmers passed their swim test and moved up to Green—what an amazing accomplishment! 💚

We are so proud of all of our campers and wish each of them a wonderful school year. We hope your summer was filled with fun, laughter, and great memories.

A special thank you to Mrs. Judy and Mrs. Brenda, our incredible directors and the counselors for the love, encouragement, and positive impact you made on every child who attended camp. Your dedication helped make this summer one to remember! ❤️