Salem Family YMCA

Salem Family YMCA We're for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
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With our focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y nurtures the potential of every youth and teen, improves the nation’s health and well-being, and provides opportunities to give back and support neighbors. We count on the generosity of our members and partners to keep our doors open to all people who need a place to go to help them be more healthy, confident, connected and secure.

06/17/2026

The world's fastest way to get in shape! A barbell class that challenges every major muscle group. Click the link below to check out our Group Exercise schedule and try a class!
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☀️💃 SUMMER DANCE CLASSES AT THE SALEM YMCA! 🕺☀️Looking for a fun, active way to keep your kids moving and creating this ...
06/16/2026

☀️💃 SUMMER DANCE CLASSES AT THE SALEM YMCA! 🕺☀️

Looking for a fun, active way to keep your kids moving and creating this August? Give them a taste of the dance life with our upcoming Summer Sessions at the Salem Family YMCA!

Whether they are just starting out or want to try a completely new style, we have the perfect short-term 4-week sessions to light up their summer.

🗓️ Dates: Mondays, August 3rd – August 24th, 2026

✨ Find the Perfect Class For Your Dancer:
Preschool Combo (Summer Session)

🧒 Ages: 3 to 4½ years old

⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Combo I/II (Summer Session)

👧 Ages: 5 to 7½ years old

⏰ Time: 6:15 PM - 7:00 PM

Beginner Hip Hop (Summer Session)

🧑‍🎤 Ages: 6 to 10½ years old

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM (Held in the SFY Dance Studio)

⚠️ Note: These are short-term summer sessions—perfect for beginners to try dance without a long-term commitment! Spots are filling up fast.

💻 How to register: Click the link to claim your dancer's spot, or stop by the Salem YMCA front desk today! Let’s make this August unforgettable. 🎉

🏊‍♂️ Water Safety in Action! 🏊‍♀️A reminder to our members that the Family Pool will be closed from 6:30–7:15 PM for our...
06/16/2026

🏊‍♂️ Water Safety in Action! 🏊‍♀️

A reminder to our members that the Family Pool will be closed from 6:30–7:15 PM for our Y Splash free swim lesson program.

During these sessions, we will be working with 35 local swimmers who did not pass a water safety swim test, helping them build confidence, learn life-saving skills, and face their fears in and around the water.

Y Splash lessons will take place:
June 16–18 (Tuesday–Thursday)
June 23–25 (Tuesday–Thursday)

To accommodate these lessons, our Water Exercise class will begin at 7:30 PM on those dates.

Y Splash is our free water safety program for second graders, designed to help children become safer and more confident around water. Every lesson is an investment in drowning prevention and a safer community.

Thank you for supporting the YMCA's mission and helping us make water safety accessible to every child.

Thank you for your patience!
06/15/2026

Thank you for your patience!

🛟 Staff Shout-Out: Our Lifeguards! 🛟A huge thank you to Tyler, Ellis, Abby Blair, and Blake for keeping our pool decks s...
06/14/2026

🛟 Staff Shout-Out: Our Lifeguards! 🛟

A huge thank you to Tyler, Ellis, Abby Blair, and Blake for keeping our pool decks safe season after season! With between 1 and 4 years on staff, they bring experience, professionalism, and a genuine love of swimming to every shift.

Representing Patrick Henry High School, Salem High School, and the homeschool community, each of them has been part of our swim family as a Riptides swimmer or high school swimmer along the way. Their passion for the sport shines through in everything they do.

We're especially excited to celebrate their recent lifeguard recertification—meaning they're ready to keep watching over our swimmers for another two years! 👏

Thank you, Tyler, Ellis, Abby Blair, and Blake, for helping make our pool a safe and welcoming place for everyone. 💙🌊

YMCA of Virginia's Blue Ridge Backyard Open Week at Salem Family YMCA's Backyard Adventures Summer Camp was filled with ...
06/13/2026

YMCA of Virginia's Blue Ridge
Backyard Open Week at Salem Family YMCA's Backyard Adventures Summer Camp was filled with sports-themed STEM activities, healthy cooking experiences that taught the importance of proper nutrition for athletic performance, active recreation, and a collaborative Field Day with Botetourt Family YMCA.

One of the highlights of the week was a visit to the James I. Moyer Sports Complex, where Jim Farmer from the City of Salem Parks and Recreation Department shared how Salem earned its designation as Virginia's Championship City. Campers learned about Salem's commitment to athletics, community pride, and hosting premier sporting events that have earned the city national recognition.

We are grateful to Jim Farmer for taking time out of his busy schedule to educate and inspire our campers while helping them better understand the important role Salem plays in promoting sports, leadership, and community engagement throughout Virginia.

Learn more about Backyard Adventures Summer Camp: https://ymcavbr.org/camp/camp-salem/

06/11/2026

☀️ Backyard Adventures Summer Camp is heading into Week 3! ☀️

The fun keeps rolling as our Youth Camp moves to South Salem Elementary starting June 15 — and we’re excited to welcome our Preschool Camp campers on the very same day! 🎉

We’ve had an amazing start to summer filled with field trips, special guests, and community adventures, and there’s even more excitement ahead as we kick off this next chapter.

Here’s to another great week of exploring, learning, and making memories the Backyard Adventures way! 🌿🎨🏕️

06/11/2026

📢 Pool Closure Update

The repair is taking longer than expected, and the pool will remain closed tomorrow morning.

As a result, we will not be holding the 8:00 AM Water Wellness class.

We will continue to provide updates on our page and website as soon as we have a reopening date to share.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete these repairs. We miss our swimmers and look forward to welcoming everyone back to the pool soon!

🏊‍♀️ July Wednesday Night Adult Swim Clinics 🏊‍♂️We’re excited to offer Adult Swim Clinics this July for anyone looking ...
06/10/2026

🏊‍♀️ July Wednesday Night Adult Swim Clinics 🏊‍♂️

We’re excited to offer Adult Swim Clinics this July for anyone looking to build confidence in the water, improve technique, or finally learn to swim in a supportive environment.

6:00–6:30 PM | Beginner / Water Comfort
For adults who are new to swimming or feel a bit fearful in the water. This class focuses on comfort, safety, and building confidence step by step.

6:30–7:00 PM | Technique & Endurance
For swimmers who are comfortable in the water and want to improve technique, build endurance, and swim longer distances.

Clinics are taught by Ms. Katie, a local librarian, Riptides swim coach, and our fill-in Masters coach. She brings a fun, encouraging approach that makes learning both achievable and enjoyable.

$45 for members
$62 for non-members

Wednesdays in July
Sign up now at the Welcome Desk or online — space is limited!

Address

1126 Kime Lane
Salem, VA
24153

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 10pm
Tuesday 5am - 10pm
Wednesday 5am - 10pm
Thursday 5am - 10pm
Friday 5am - 9pm
Saturday 7:30am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

Telephone

+15403879622

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