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What’s Happening at Springs Family Y in September 2026

September 10, 2026|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

Come Out to Our 4th Annual Rockin’ the Springs!

Join us on September 24 for the 4th Annual Rockin’ the Springs, a fun-filled evening benefiting the Springs Family YMCA. Enjoy live music from Craig Howell, a taco bar, drinks and all while supporting programs that strengthen our community.

  • Thursday, September 24, 2026
  • 6:00-8:30 PM
  • Mercer Dance Hall
  • Tickets includes taco bar & one drink

Welcoming Week App Quest Challenge 2026

August 26, 2026|Categories: Blog, Event|Tags: |

Join Our Welcoming Week Quest Challenge

In a world where many people feel disconnected, a simple hello, introduction or shared workout can go a long way. That’s what Welcoming Week is all about!

Welcoming Week is a national YMCA initiative that celebrates what makes our communities stronger: connection, belonging and feeling welcome.

This Welcoming Week, we’re challenging Greater Austin Y members to show others what makes the Y more than a gym through a series of fun challenges in the YMCA app.

How to Participate

  • Challenge Dates: September 10-19, 2026
  • Where to Join: New Greater Austin

Welcoming Week at the Greater Austin Y

August 26, 2026|Categories: Blog, Event|Tags: |

Try the Y for FREE During Welcoming Week

From September 10-19, the Greater Austin Y is opening its doors and inviting the public to enjoy a FREE 7-day trial at any of our fitness centers in celebration of Welcoming Week.

Welcoming Week is a national YMCA initiative that celebrates what makes our communities stronger: connection, belonging and feeling welcome.

If you’ve been thinking about joining a gym, trying a new class or finding a place to support your goals, now is the perfect time to stop

What’s Happening at Springs Family Y in August 2026

August 3, 2026|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

Back-to-Back YMCA Lone Star State Champions!

The Greater Austin YMCA Swim Alliance are back-to-back Lone Star State Champions! Led by Coaches Janet Risser and Scott Brown, 68 YMCA swimmers powered the team to victory at this year’s YMCA State Championship Meet, topping 16 teams from across Texas with more than 6,300 points, 11 state meet records, and an incredible 98% best-time rate.

High Point honors went to several Greater Austin YMCA swimmers, including Avery L., Dalton B., Coleman B., Zach C., Lily B., Daniels C., Beth D., Taylor H., Yevin C., Yenna C. and Harrison R.

Ready to be part of the

What’s Happening at TownLake Y in August 2026

August 3, 2026|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

Now Hiring! Year-Round Job Openings Across Austin

We’re hiring afterschool care roles, lifeguards and swim instructors across our Greater Austin Y fitness centers and nearly 50 afterschool care locations.

Why Join Our Team:
➡️ FREE Greater Austin YMCA Membership
➡️ Flexible schedules; no weekend shifts for afterschool roles!
➡️ Competitive PTO for full-time roles
➡️ Free Training & Certifications

Afterschool Openings Lifeguard Openings Swim Instructor Openings

Confidence starts this school year 🌟

Fall Youth Sports at the Greater Austin Y give kids the chance to stay active, try something new, and grow through teamwork, movement, and

What’s Happening at Southwest Family YMCA in August 2026

August 3, 2026|Categories: Blog|Tags: |

Make a Difference in Your Community – Join Our YMCA Board! 

Are you passionate about strengthening our community and making a lasting impact? The YMCA is looking for dedicated community leaders to serve on our Community Advancement Board of Volunteers. 

As a board member, you’ll help support the YMCA’s mission by serving as an ambassador in the community, building meaningful relationships, advocating for our programs, and helping ensure everyone has access to the resources they need to thrive. Board members meet once a month

All Greater Austin YMCA locations will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026, in observance of Easter. We'll reopen with regular hours Monday, April 6.
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