Taking Action for Mental Health Awareness Month
This May Only! $1 Counseling Sessions for New Clients
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is a reminder to pause, check in and make space for support when it’s needed. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, talking with a someone can be a meaningful first step.
This month, the Greater Austin YMCA is making it easier to get started.
$1 Counseling Sessions All Month Long!
You heard that right. For the entire month of May, we’re offering one 50-minute counseling session for just $1 to new clients.
Greater Austin
Benefits of Summer Camp for Kids | A Guide for Austin Parents
Why Summer Camp is Important
When school lets out for the summer, learning doesn’t have to stop. In fact, summer presents a unique opportunity for children to grow in new ways, and summer camp is one of the best places for that growth to happen.
Summer camps offer far more than just a way to pass the time. They create enriching environments where fun and learning go hand in hand, helping school-aged children stay engaged, curious and active during the break. By blending educational activities with hands-on experiences, camps keep young minds sharp while allowing kids to
What’s Happening at East Communities Y in April 2026
DANCE 11 STRONG! Saturday, April 11th, from 10am-12pm
Join us for DANCE STRONG!, an exciting, high-energy dance-a-thon where every move makes a difference! This event brings our community together to dance, have fun, and support a great cause.
This event will be led by the always-encouraging, fun instructors Dexxi, Charlotte, Lauren and Melissa. Suggested donation: $25/person. Limited spots are available. REGISTER HERE
What’s Happening at North Austin YMCA in April 2026
Best Buy Teen Tech Center Update
The Best Buy Foundation has announced that it will be sunsetting its funding for the Best Buy Teen Tech Center on April 30th. Rest assured, our commitment to serving teens remains strong. The Teen Tech Center will continue to operate during its regular after-school hours, from 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, until further notice. Come visit us!
What’s Happening at Southwest Family YMCA in April 2026
Community Strong Campaign: Dance-A-Thon
Join us in The Gym on Wednesday April 15th from 10:30 am-12 pm for Dance-A-Thon Fundraiser for our Community Strong Campaign! Come dance, have fun, and help raise funds that strengthen our Southwest community.
During the event, we’ll share Megan Montgomery’s Y story. Megan was a cherished fitness instructor and trainer at our Y, and the impact she made on members continues to inspire the work we do.
We will also have a raffle where you
What’s Happening at Northwest Family YMCA in April 2026
Spring Spruce Up: Northwest Community Clean Up
Spring is in the air! Help us beautify outdoor Grove area during our first volunteer community clean up! Spring is in the air! Help us beautify outdoor Grove area during our first volunteer community clean up! Spring is in the air! Help us beautify outdoor Grove area during our first volunteer community clean up! Spring is in the air! Help us beautify outdoor
