Senior Programs

Senior Programs Senior Lunch & Learn Beyond Back Pain Friday, September 18 Dow Bay Area Family YMCA – Family Center The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA in partnership with Renue Physical Therapy is proud to bring you a Senior Lunch & Learn Health Series! Those aged 60+ are welcome to join us for a $5 […]

Fraud Workshop

Fraud Workshop LEARN HOW TO SPOT AND AVOID FRAUD Thursday, November 14th11:30 AM–12:30 PMDow Bay Area Family YMCA Family CenterJoin our Fraud Prevention Workshop to learn essential strategies for identifying, preventing, and responding to fraudulent activities. This interactive session will cover the latest fraud trends, red flags to watch for, and best practices for safeguarding […]

Events

Events at the Y Easter EGGSTRAVAGANZA More Info Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Presenting Sponsor: Community Sponsors: YMCA Golf Outing Join us Friday, May 9th for our annual YMCA Golf Outing! All proceeds from the event will go towards our Annual Campaign, providing scholarships to the community so they are able to participate in programs and […]

Give Local Bay

GIVE LOCAL BAY GIVE LOCAL BAY Tuesday, May 5th Give Local Bay is a 24-hour online giving campaign to raise funds for favorite local charities. It unites our community in supporting our local nonprofits, agencies, and parks in Bay and Arenac counties. Your donations help these nonprofits build their endowment funds at Bay Area Community […]

Breakfast with Santa

Breakfast with Santa December 20, 2025 Join us for our annual Breakfast with Santa! The pancake breakfast is free for anyone! Breakfast starts at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM while supplies last. Breakfast includes: Pancakes, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, sausage, fruit, coffee, and juice! This event is open to everyone, no registration required! Our Sponsors This […]

Halloween Spooktacular

October 18, 2025 Halloween Spooktacular October 18, 2025 Spooktacular will start at 6:00pm and run until 8:00pm. Children must be pre-registered to participate in the event. Activities will be available inside the Y and at the YMCA Uptown Park. This is a free event! Registration Activities Trunk or Treat Photobooth Arts & Crafts Games Haunted […]

Bay City Fireworks

Bay City Fireworks Festival Parking $7,252.83 Raised in 2026! Parking Pre-sale spots are available at YMCA North, South, and West lots. See the front desk to purchase your spot! Parking spots will be available for day of purchase at the City of Bay City lot. Money raised through this event goes to the Dow Bay […]

Tech Team

YMCA TECH TEAM Bring your electronic devices Wednesday, May 21st10:30 AM–11:30 AM Bring your own electronic devices and we will help walk you through and answer all your questions. Located in the Cafe. Free coffee and popcorn will be served. For all ages! No registration required. FREE! YMCA TECH TEAM Wednesday, May 21st10:30 AM–11:30 AM […]

Easter EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Easter Eggstravaganza March 21, 2026 This is a free event! We ask that you bring a toiletry item to donate to our Care Closet. The Y will be closing at 4:00 PM the day of to set up for the event. Event Includes: Easter Egg Hunt Food Games Temporary Tattoos Arts & Crafts Photobooth Raffles […]

YMCA Golf Outing

YMCA Golf Outing May 8, 2026 Join us Friday, May 8th for our annual YMCA Golf Outing! All proceeds from the event will go towards our Annual Campaign, providing scholarships to the community so they are able to participate in programs and childcare at the Y. Hole Sponsorship $150 Foursome Team $380 team & hole […]

  • 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.

There is a reduced joining fee. $25 for Youth/Teen, $25 for Adult, and $50 for Household memberships.