Downtown

Stay With Us This Camping Season

Free Meals, Recreation and Learn to Swim Program for kids begins June 14.

The Downtown YMCA, located in the heart of Erie’s vibrant Renaissance District, welcomes members and program participants to its restored historic facility. We have been serving the region since 1910 through programs that nurture the potential of kids, improve the health of our community and support and give back to our neighbors. We are most well known in the community for social service outreach to families and Teens as well as NAYEC accredited quality early learning and school age enrichment programs.

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Schedule & Amenities

Our amenities are our resources and staff your support to help you live a healthier life and reach your goals.

Group Exercise

Break a sweat, chat with a friend, relax your mind, challenge your body or reconnect and recharge. We are a Les Mills Fitness site!

ECRSSA

Support and services for those re-entering a law-abiding life. To support, empower and help transitioning clients to fully integrate back into our community.

Teen Center

A safe space just for teens to make new friends, explore new interests and prepare for their future.

Childcare

Count on us for enriching, loving, safe and high quality learning environments for children 6 weeks through 12 years. Early Head Start offered here.

Community Outreach

Meet other members and join us in giving back and supporting our neighbors.

News

YMCA OF GREATER ERIE ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF CEO

May 16, 2023

The YMCA of Greater Erie Board of Directors announced the upcoming retirement of CEO Gerry Vandemerwe after 35 years of service to Erie County’s second oldest non-profit organization.

Perspective: : Retired Head College Soccer Coach Transfers Skills from the Field to the Pool DeckPerspective:

May 9, 2023

Keith Cammidge found the perfect fit as a member of the aquatics staff at the YMCA of Greater Erie’s Glenwood Park location.

Perspective: Learning to Swim Boosts Confidence

May 1, 2023

Darlene Stalmach is afraid of heights. Diving into the water from the diving block required Darlene to overcome an additional fear.

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Upcoming Events

June 2023

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HIGHMARK WALK - I'll walk a mile - or 5k - with you!

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HIGHMARK WALK - I'll support the cause!

Hours & Directions

Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday, Closed

All branches of the YMCA of Greater Erie will be closed on Easter, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. We close at 1 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and are closed on New Year’s Day.

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OUR MISSION

At the YMCA of Greater Erie, we put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The YMCA of Greater Erie is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization.