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I came to the Y because I had dropped out of school my junior year because I didn’t have the will to get up out of bed anymore or do any of the homework. My sister has a mental illness that caused it to be very hard for anyone in our family to try and […]

Looking for something to do this Winter season? The Valley of the Sun YMCA has many options available that can suit your family’s needs. We offer sports programs, group fitness classes and dance lessons for individuals of all ages. Check out our program guides below to learn more about the activities taking place at your local branch and sign up today! The winter is the perfect time to recharge your energy and focus on your health and well-being.

Our camps provide year-round educational opportunities by delivering a multitude of camp experiences to all children. At Y camp, when children make new friends, explore the world around them, and learn that “I can” is much more powerful than “I can’t”, magic happens as we see it firsthand every day.

Scott Helzer, a Personal Trainer at the Tempe YMCA, is passionate about helping people realize their personal goals through sports and fitness. Scott’s favorite part about working at the branch is having the opportunity to teach and motivate people, while cultivating his interests and growing professionally in his chosen career field. He also assists with Summer Teen Camp and he enjoys being able to coach and inspire teens to be their best. In addition to these responsibilities, he teaches some fitness classes at the branch

Over the last five years I have created lasting friendships and memories. My two younger sisters have also attended YMCA programs. We were able to enjoy the childcare and camp programs because of the help we received through YMCA scholarships.

I started working at the YMCA in 2014, working in the childcare program. Summer 2016 will be my third summer working as a camp Site Director. My favorite game to play with the kids would have to be dodgeball!

Sandra started working at the Tempe Family YMCA February 2, 2013. Sandra is our Amazing Kids Coordinator, runs Club 5-11 and Parents Night Out. Sandra has a genuine care for children. Parents are able to leave their children with Sandra and her team knowing they are safe and having fun! Her awesome art and group games are always a hit with our youth members.

In winter of 2014 and I got into a car accident leaving the Chandler YMCA. I got put out of commission for a while and the YMCA family was supportive and understood my disappearance. After some healing time and when my body felt right, I jumped back in and haven’t looked back.

Kids youthstart, Mediation, Kids Jujitsu, Group Fight and Dance updates!

In Arizona it is very important to know your strokes and be safe around the water! Take swimming lessons at the Tempe Family YMCA and be a confident swimmer. Pick your level! Click the link above for a PDF of the classes, price, times and days.