From our wide range of fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs, to our group social activities, as well as fun family and community events, our memberships offer an array of options focused on strengthening spirit, mind and body.

Aquatics

The Y’s Aquatics programs, which focuses on drowning prevention, ensures that every kid can learn essential skills to help them stay safe, develop confidence and have fun in and around water.

Health & Wellness

Fitness and well-being activities at the Y go well beyond just working out. In addition to fitness facilities, we provide a variety of programs led by caring staff designed to nurture a healthy spirit, mind and body.

Sports

At the Y, we believe sports are for everyone — which is why we offer a range of recreational activities that let people of all ages pursue passions and explore new interests.

Childcare

Child care and early learning programs at the Y focus on nurturing child development comprehensively by building foundational skills, fostering healthy relationships and boosting self-reliance, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Before & After School

At the Y, kids will learn more about their world, develop healthy relationships with adults and other kids, build self-reliance, get help with their schoolwork and more — all in a safe, nurturing environment.

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Bay County Sports Hall of Fame

Dates are available for 2025!

Care Closet

The Community Care Closet is a compassionate, no-questions-asked initiative designed to support individuals and families in need by providing essential toiletry items.

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YMCA Golf Outing

We're looking for sponsors for our outing on Friday, May 9th!

Rowley Scholarship

The Brenda & Keith Rowley Family Faith-Based Resident Camp Scholarship program provides partial scholarships to Bay County residents for overnight youth or family camps.

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FREE YOUTH FOOD PROGRAM

The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA’s anti-hunger programs serve healthy meals to any youth in Bay County ages 18 and under.

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Bring a Friend Fridays

April 11th & 25th

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Kids in the Kitchen

May 14: Honey Mustard Bacon Chicken Skillet

Summer Camps

Registration for the Y's summer camps are now open!

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Bumpsters

Registration is now open!

Senior Luncheon

Move Freely, Live Fully: Break Free From Neck Pain on May 16th

Tech Team

Tuesday, April 15th at 10:30 AM in the Cafe

Regiser

Fit 2 Fight

The KISSD (Keep It Simple Self-Defense) Class takes your fundamental skills to the next level, bridging the gap between basic self-protection and advanced combative readiness.

Pop Up Spin Class

Are you an avid cyclist? Are you a triathlete? Are you looking for more consistent training? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this pop up class is for you!

Reserve your spot!

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Memberships

Aquatics

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Sports

Childcare

Before & After School Care

Pool Hours:

Monday–Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:

5:00 AM–8:30 PM
5:00 AM–7:30 PM
7:00 AM–5:30 PM
9:00 AM–4:30 PM

Waterslide Hours:

Height Requirement: 48″

Monday–Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:

Closed
4:00 PM–7:20 PM
12:00 PM– 5:20 PM
12:00 PM–4:20 PM

Thank you to our Proud Partners:

TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR MEMBERS:

"The Dow Bay Area Family Y is like Cheers where everyone knows your name and support each other in not only our health goals but every day life. Thanks for having such a caring and wonderful space to bring community together."

"Love the exercise classes and walking path. Keeps me moving at my age and keeps me healthy. The employees are always helpful and cheerful. I’m so glad Bay City has this great establishment to offer seniors a place to go."

"The Y has been an important part of my rehab for injuries. I’m so grateful for this resource and that Steve K. is there overseeing this facility run with the utmost efficiency. Thanks Steve K. and all Y staffers. You are the best."