Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

​Anonymous Reporting Mechanism for Employees and Volunteers​

​Anonymous Reporting Mechanism for Employees and Volunteers​ While we hope that our employees and volunteers feel that they can openly communicate any concerns, complaints, or grievances directly to someone in the organization, we understand that doing so can often be difficult. Because it is important to us that everyone be able to share their concerns, we provide the following mechanisms through which you can make an anonymous report:  Please keep in mind that our ability to respond quickly and adequately may be affected if the information provided is limited. However, we are committed to responding to all anonymous concerns to the extent possible.  ​Anonymous Reporting Mechanism for Employees and Volunteers​ While we hope that our employees and volunteers feel that they can openly communicate any concerns, complaints, or grievances directly to someone in the organization, we understand that doing so can often be difficult. Because it is important to us that everyone be able to share their concerns, we provide the following mechanisms through which you can make an anonymous report:  Please keep in mind that our ability to respond quickly and adequately may be affected if the information provided is limited. However, we are committed to responding to all anonymous concerns to the extent possible. 

Contact Us

Contact Us Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Phone (989) 895-8596 Email info@ymcabaycity.org Address 225 Washington Ave Bay City, Michigan 48708 Facebook Instagram Youtube Linkedin Tiktok See Holiday Hours ​Anonymous Reporting Mechanism for Employees and Volunteers​ Contact Us Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM Facebook Instagram Youtube Linkedin Tiktok See Holiday Hours ​Anonymous Reporting Mechanism for Employees and Volunteers​

Uptown Park

Our History YMCA Uptown Park is Made Possible By: Site Prep Phase (2021-2022):Nickless Family Charitable FoundationThe Kantzler FoundationRussell H. & Maxine E. Smith Charitable Foundation Site Finishes Phase (2021-present):Healthy Living Fund of the Bay Area Community FoundationDr. John and Suzanne LeyDennis Wirgowski Football CampMichigan Baseball FoundationJunior League of the Great Lakes Bay RegionBay City Morning Rotary ClubRotary Club of Bay CityRotary International CPF Funds:The CPF (Community Project Funding) dollars will be used in the near future to build a crosswalk, a pavilion, a taller (permanent) fence on the court side, and playground. Donations:Alma TireScott CarmonaNorthern ConcreteWilliam A. Kibbe & Associates-Architectural drawings by Jay WheelerBay-Arenac ISD Career Center-Park RenderingsSaginaw Valley State University-Park Renderings by Carrie Davis Welcome to the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA UPTOWN PARK The Y is committed to the health and well-being of our wonderful community and hope that anyone seeking a safe outdoor space to recreate or relax, feels welcome at Uptown Park. This park is owned by the YMCA and available to anyone during the hours of operation listed below. No membership or day pass is required to use this beautiful space. We hope you value and enjoy it! uptown park hours Monday–Thursday 5:00 AM–9:00 PM Friday 5:00 AM–8:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Park Policies To make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience at the park, and to ensure the community can enjoy this park for years to come, the Y has established some policies and rules for this space. Park Rules No Firearms/Weapons Firearms or weapons of any kind are not allowed on YMCA property. No Pets No animals allowed except trained service animals. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES No alcohol or controlled substances. NO Smoking The use of tobacco or e-cigarettes are not permitted on YMCA property. NO MOTORIZED SCOOTERS Motorized scooters and motorbikes are prohibited in Uptown Park. No Rollerblades/Skateboards The use of roller blades, bikes, or skateboards are not permitted in the park. Bring Equipment The YMCA does not provide any sports equipment for this park. Please throw away garbage Help us keep this park clean by throwing any garbage away. PLEASE SUPERVISE YOUR CHILDREN Adult supervision is required for all children while using this park. Court Policies Pickleball Court use is for anyone in the community. Court is used on a first-come, first-served basis, unless otherwise designated for a special program, activity or event. If players are waiting, play is limited to one game to 11 points. No unauthorized paid services, lessons, or trainers allowed. Prohibited items include glass containers, bikes, skateboards, and roller blades. Basketball Court use is for anyone in the community. Court is used on a first-come, first-served basis, unless otherwise designated for a special program, activity or event. Let everyone play! Please limit your game or invite others to play with you if people are waiting. No unauthorized paid services, lessons, or trainers allowed. Prohibited items include glass containers, bikes, skateboards, and roller blades. No half-court shots–be aware of basketballs potentially bouncing into the street. YMCA Uptown Park is made possible by: Site Prep Phase (2021-2022): Nickless Family Charitable Foundation The Kantzler Foundation Russell H. & Maxine E. Smith Charitable Foundation Site Finishes Phase (2021-present): Healthy Living Fund of the Bay Area Community Foundation Dr. John and Suzanne Ley Dennis Wirgowski Youth Football Camp Michigan Baseball Foundation Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region Bay City Morning Rotary Club Rotary Club of Bay City Rotary International CPF Funds The CPF (Community Project Funding) dollars will be used in the near future to build a crosswalk, a pavilion, a taller (permanent) fence on the court side, and playground. Donations: Alma Tire Scott Carmona Northern Concrete William A. Kibbe & Associates-Architectural drawings by Jay Wheeler Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center-Park Renderings Saginaw Valley State University-Park Renderings by Carrie Davis Moulthrop-Clift, Inc. & Moulthrop Family The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA UPTOWN PARK The Y is committed to the health and well-being of our wonderful community and hope that anyone seeking a safe outdoor space to recreate or relax, feels welcome at Uptown Park. This park is owned by the YMCA and available to anyone during the hours of operation listed below.<br><br> No membership or day pass is required to use this beautiful space. We hope you value and enjoy it! uptown park hours Monday–Thursday 5:00 AM–9:00 PM Friday 5:00 AM–8:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Park Policies To make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience at the park, and to ensure the community can enjoy this park for years to come, the Y has established some policies and rules for this space. Park Rules No Firearms/Weapons Firearms or weapons of any kind are not allowed on YMCA property. No Pets No animals allowed except trained service animals. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES No alcohol or controlled substances. NO Smoking The use of tobacco or e-cigarettes are not permitted on YMCA property. NO MOTORIZED SCOOTERS Motorized scooters and motorbikes are prohibited in Uptown Park. No Rollerblades/Skateboards The use of roller blades, bikes, or skateboards are not permitted in the park. Bring Equipment The YMCA does not provide any sports equipment for this park. Please throw away garbage Help us keep this park clean by throwing any garbage away. PLEASE SUPERVISE YOUR CHILDREN Adult supervision is required for all children while using this park. Court Policies Pickleball Court use is for anyone in the community. Court is used on a first-come, first-served basis, unless otherwise designated for a special program, activity or event. If players are waiting, play is limited to one game to 11 points. No unauthorized paid services, lessons, or trainers allowed. Prohibited items include glass containers, bikes, skateboards, and roller blades. Basketball Court use is for anyone in the community. Court is used on a first-come, first-served basis, unless otherwise designated for a special program, activity or event. Let everyone play! Please limit your game or invite others to play with you if people are waiting. No unauthorized

Volunteer Opportunities

Dow Bay Area YMCA Volunteer Opportunities Don’t see what you’re looking for?Submit a Volunteer Interest Form! Current Opportunities: Dow Bay Area YMCA Volunteer Opportunities Don’t see what you’re looking for? Submit your information on our interest form!

Donation Requests

Donation Requests The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA is proud to support our community not only through our programs and events, but by providing support to other local events through donations for silent auctions, raffles, fundraisers and more. If you are interested in seeking a donation from the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA, please fill out the following form. Donation Requests The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA is proud to support our community not only through our programs and events, but by providing support to other local events through donations for silent auctions, raffles, fundraisers and more. If you are interested in seeking a donation from the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA, please fill out the following form.

Volunteer

Your time and talent go along way Volunteer As a Y volunteer, you can coach a basketball team, help out at a special event, or simply serve as a role model for young people. No matter how you devote your time, you’ll be working with other volunteers and Y professionals to make a difference in the lives of children and families in your community. Click the yellow button below to fill out the Volunteer Interest Form today! Volunteer Interest Form Youth Basketball League (YBL) Coach Breakfast with Santa event Your time and talent go along way Volunteer As a Y volunteer, you can lead an exercise class, coach a basketball team, help out at a special event, or simply serve as a role model for young people. No matter how you devote your time, you’ll be working with other volunteers and Y professionals to make a difference in the lives of children and families in your community. Click the yellow button below to fill out the Volunteer Interest Form today! Volunteer Interest Form Current Volunteer Opportunities: Youth Basketball League (YBL) Coach Breakfast with Santa event

Board of Directors

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA Board of Directors We are grateful for the compassionate, dedicated, and hard-working volunteers whose talents and commitment help us nurture the potential of all in the Great Lakes Bay Region.  These individuals work selflessly through the YMCAs Mission to improve the health and well-being of our community and provide support to our neighbors. Learn More ABout Us and Our Team Board of Directors We are grateful for the compassionate, dedicated, and hard-working volunteers whose talents and commitment help us nurture the potential of all in the Great Lakes Bay Region.  These individuals work selflessly through the YMCAs Mission to improve the health and well-being of our community and provide support to our neighbors. Officers Mike Williams, Board ChairWilliams Cheese Co. Paul Revard, Vice ChairRetired Dentist Tracy Teich, TreasurerDow – Retired Ben RadtkeDow Board Members Jessica DoreRehmann Patrick FrontjesConsumers Energy Dr. Justin RalstonEssexville-Hampton Public Schools Matt ReinboldFrankenmuth Credit Union Jim Ruhlman Kellie RuppBay City Downtown Development Authority Roger SkrabutMcLaren Bay Region Carrie StrohkirchIndependent Consultant Brad ToporskiA&D Home Health Care Officers Mike WilliamsBoard Chair Williams Cheese Co. Paul RevardVice Chair Retired Dentist Tracy TeichTreasurer Retired Dow Ben RadtkeSecretary Dow Board Members Jessica Dore Rehmann Patrick Frontjes Consumers Energy Dr. Justin Ralston Essexville-Hampton Public Schools Matt Reinbold Frankenmuth Credit Union Jim Ruhlman Kellie Rupp Bay City Downtown Development Authority Roger Skrabut McLaren Bay Region Carrie Strohkirch Independent Consultant Brad Toporski A&D Home Health Care

Careers

Careers Do you want to make a positive impact where you live? We should talk. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. Not only will you have the chance to help children, youth and adults of all ages reach their potential, you’ll be making a huge difference in your community as well. No matter what role you seek, you can make a valuable contribution and help transform the lives of others. If you’re the kind of person that puts people first, leads by example and holds our values of being caring, honest, respectful and responsible, you’re a lot like us and we’d like to meet you. Careers Do you want to make a positive impact where you live? We should talk. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. Not only will you have the chance to help children, youth and adults of all ages reach their potential, you’ll be making a huge difference in your community as well. No matter what role you seek, you can make a valuable contribution and help transform the lives of others. If you’re the kind of person that puts people first, leads by example and holds our values of being caring, honest, respectful and responsible, you’re a lot like us and we’d like to meet you. Jobs at Dow Bay Area Family YMCA Y HELLO! Open Positions: Request More Information

Holiday Hours

Holiday Hours Holiday Hours Easter Closed: Sunday, April 20, 2025 Memorial Day Closed: Monday, May 26, 2025 Independence Day Closed: Friday, July 4, 2025 Labor Day Closed: Monday, September 1, 2025 Thanksgiving Closed: Thursday, November 28, 2024 Christmas Eve Closing at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 Christmas Day Closed: Wednesday, December 25, 2024 New Year’s Eve Closing at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 New Year’s Day Closed: Wednesday, January 1, 2025 HolidayHours Easter Closed: Sunday, April 20, 2025 Memorial Day Closed: Monday, May 26, 2025 Independence Day Closed: Friday, July 4, 2025 Labor Day Closed: Monday, September 1, 2025 Thanksgiving Closed: Thursday, November 28, 2024 Christmas Eve Closing at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 Christmas Day Closed: Wednesday, December 25, 2024 New Year’s Eve Closing at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 New Year’s Day Closed: Wednesday, January 1, 2025

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the MEMBER SERVICE DESK or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

Book Your Spot:

Reservation Reminders:

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.

Financial AsSistance Programs

Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.