What’s Happening at Southwest Family YMCA in August 2025

Published On: August 1, 2025Categories: Blog

🖍 New Daytime Youth Programs

Got a homeschooler ready to discover, create, and move? Our Fall 1 Session (Aug 25–Oct 15) has brand-new daytime classes just for them:
🎨 Art Inspired by the Greats
🔬 Simply Science
🏃 Kids Fit
��‍🍳 Culinary Creators 

✨ Classes are filling fast—save your spot today!

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Zumba® Kids 4-Week Program | Ages 7-11

Get ready to move, groove, and grow! Our exciting Zumba® Kids program is a 4-week, curriculum-based series designed to get kids active while building essential life skillsTaught by licensed Zumba® instructors with focus on leadership, teamwork, confidence, memory, and cultural awareness.

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🎉 Days Out of School Camps at the Southwest Y

School’s out—fun is in! On AISD days off, kids ages 5–12 can enjoy full-day camp adventures at the Southwest Family YMCA from 8:30 AM–3:30 PM, with care available 7 AM–6 PM. Campers will explore STEM projects, safe archery, crafts, gaga ball, swimming, and more! Snacks provided—just pack a lunch (no microwave use). 

It’s everything they love about summer camp, in one awesome day.🎯 Spots fill fast—stay tuned for registration info!📧 Questions? Email southwest.youthfamily@austinymca.org 

Building Aquatic Trust: Adult Swim Lessons

🌊 New at Southwest this August! 
Building Aquatic Trust adult swim lessons offer a safe, inclusive space to overcome fear, build confidence, and grow your water skills. This supportive approach makes swimming accessible for all.

An adult male member in blue swim cap and goggles swims with kickboard at Southwest Family YMCA lap pool. Pool water is blurred in the background of the photograph.

Facility News

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🥤 Cool Down with Gatorade Thursdays! 
Every Thursday from 4–7 PM, swing by the Southwest YMCA lobby for complimentary Gatorade while supplies last. Fuel up, stay hydrated, and make your visit even better! 

🏋️‍♀️ Fitness Floor Refresh Coming Soon! 
We’re upgrading your workout experience with brand-new Technogym equipment, fresh new flooring, and an exciting new layout! Stay tuned for a revitalized space designed to help you move better, train smarter, and feel your best.  

The fitness floor is scheduled to be closed from August 18th – September 1st and there will be limited access to the fitness space on the second floor. All Group Fitness classes in the studios will be scheduled as normal.  

During this closure, you will also have access to all 7 other Greater Austin YMCAs. YMCAs earby include: Hays Communities: 465 Buda Sportsplex Dr, Buda, TX 78610 and Townlake: 1100 W. Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78703 

Become a Certified Group Fitness Instructor!

💪 Become a Certified BODYPUMP or Les Mills Grit Instructor! 🔥 

Ready to inspire, motivate, and transform lives? Join our upcoming BODYPUMP or Grit Instructor Training and learn how to lead one of the world’s most powerful strength-based group fitness programs from Les Mills! 

🗓 Date: Saturday and Sunday, September 20-21, 8am-5pm
📍 Location: Townlake YMCA
Duration: 2 days of immersive, high-energy training 

Discount: YMCA members receive a 45% discount off the regular price of $349

Whether you’re a seasoned fitness professional or just starting your journey, this course equips you with the skills to coach safe, effective, and motivating workouts to music that drives results. 

Spots are limited — we have only 2 spots left in each – don’t miss your chance to lead the revolution in group fitness!, 

 Email Anna.Tateosian@AustinYMCA.org for registration details. 

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