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Check here for news about special happenings and updates that may affect your visit to the Y! Scroll down to see more specific information for different programming areas.
Upcoming Day Camps
Our camps are an exciting way to spend a school break! We include lots of action-packed activities that keep your children engaged and happy, like arts & crafts, sports and games. Set in the YMCA style of different crazy activities each and every day, your camper will have a great time while parents have peace of mind knowing their camper is safe. Register today!
- Spring Break Camps:
- Friday, March 7, 2025
- March 31–April 4, 2025
- Single day camps available!
- Summer Day Camp:
- First Week of Camp: June 2-6, 2025
- Last Week of Camp: August 4-8, 2025
Visit our day camp page for more information.
EGYM AT MISSION VALLEY YMCA
Mission Valley YMCA is excited to be offer EGYM! The EGYM Studio is located in the hallway near the Welcome Center. Learn more about EGYM here!
Visit the Welcome Center at Mission Valley YMCA to purchase today! For questions or assistance purchasing, contact Health & Wellness Director, Josh Beall, at jbeall@ymcasd.org.
Overnight Family Camp
YMCA Camp Marston
- First Responder Family Camp | February 28–March 2, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Easter Family Camp | April 18–20, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Mother’s Day Family Camp | May 9–11, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Labor Day Family Camp | August 29–31, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Halloween Family Camp | October 31–November 2, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Thanksgiving Family Camp | November 28–30, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Winter Family Camp | December 19-21, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
Visit our Camp Marston overnight camp page for more information or register today!
YMCA Camp Surf
- Scout Family Camp | April 25–April 27 (Fri-Sun)
- Memorial Day Weekend | May 23–26, 2025 (Fri-Mon)
- Fourth of July Weekend | July 4–6, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
- Labor Day Weekend | August 29 – September 1, 2025 (Fri-Mon)
- Military Family Weekend | November 7–9, 2025 (Fri-Sun)
Visit our Camp Surf overnight camp page for more information or register today!
Our Cycling Studio is Getting an Upgrade!
We’re committed to giving back to our members and enhancing your wellness experience. As part of our ongoing efforts to improve your fitness journey, we’re thrilled to announce the addition of brand-new Stages bikes to our Cycle Studio at Mission Valley YMCA! This upgrade is just one of the many ways your membership dues support state-of-the-art equipment and facility improvements to help you achieve your health and wellness goals.
Stay tuned—these exciting changes are coming early 2025. We can’t wait for you to take your ride to the next level!
We're Hiring Now!
You belong at the Y! Make an impact that goes beyond your work day. Be the reason someone discovers their potential, courage and joy while building and creating memories that will last a lifetime!
- Hiring now for swim instructors, lifeguards and more! View all openings.
- Interested in volunteering? We need your help! Programs, like youth sports, can’t happen without Y volunteers. Learn more here.
Child Watch
Y Community Plus members with family memberships have unlimited access to Child Watch services at 12 YMCA branch locations across San Diego County. With easy reservations through the YMCA app, you can focus on your fitness or unwind at the Y while your children play under the supervision of highly trained YMCA staff. Not yet a Y Community Plus member? Current Y members can upgrade to the Y Community Plus membership plan by stopping by any location. If you currently have Child Watch services as an add-on to your family membership, you may continue to use Child Watch services on a drop-in basis. Learn more here.
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
We’re here to help you find what moves you at the Y!
Health Coaching at the Y
A health coach can help you be accountable, get perspective on your strengths and identify areas for opportunity. They empower you to create or further develop your vision for healthy living. Check out our health coaching page for more information!
Schedule a free 15-minute health coaching appointment today! Inquire at the Mission Valley Welcome Center.
Ready to get started with a health coach? Contact Health Coach Leesa Latimer at llatimer@ymcasd.org.
Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing
Fridays at 3:15pm
Sound healing meditation provides a safe, supportive space, allowing you to reach a deep state of relaxation while singing bowls and other sound instruments are played. Please bring a yoga mat and water. For additional comfort you may bring a pillow, blanket bolster and eye cover. All levels are welcome to join us for slow flow yoga followed by sound healing meditation. This class works to support our physical, metal and emotional well-being, leaving everyone feeling balanced and refreshed.
- Mission Valley YMCA | Studio 4 | Instructor: Genevieve S.
Inbody Assessments
InBody body-composition assessments are available by appointment. Now you can leave the guessing behind and know exactly what is inside your body!
Pre/Post Knee & Hip Rehab Classes
Led by certified aquatic personal trainers, this class is designed for those who are planning to or have undergone knee or hip replacements. Prepare your body or continue to improve strength and mobility following discharge from a clinical physical therapy setting. Monthly sessions. Register today!
Livestrong at the Y
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a 12-week physical activity program designed to get cancer survivors back on their feet through an approach that focuses on the whole person – mind and body. Participants are given a complimentary family membership to the Y for the duration of the program. Interested? Contact Josh Beall at jbeall@ymcasd.org. For more information on the program, learn more here.
Group Exercise Classes
Check the group exercise class schedule for new classes and updates. Remember, members have unlimited access to classes! For questions or more information, contact Group Exercise Coordinator Maryann Nowell at mnowell@ymcasd.org
Gravity Training
The GRAVITY Training System has a rolling glide board, various resistance levels and a dynamic cable pulley system that allow you to use your own body weight against the pull of gravity. With more than 250 exercise options, a GRAVITY workout is never boring and is always efficient. Engage all major muscle groups for strength and endurance training, stretching, Pilates, and core training. We offer a variety of class types, including Pilates, Core, Healthy Joint, Total-Body Workout (TBW) and more. Register for upcoming classes.
NEW GRAVITY FORMATS:
- Pilates by GRAVITY: A blend of traditional Pilates reformer and mat exercises designed to fit various fitness levels. Participants will use specific Pilates accessories to improve strength and flexibility.
- Fusion by GRAVITY: Combine total body conditioning with specific exercises to improve balance, joint function and body awareness. Significant focus on correct muscle function and core awareness is emphasized throughout the workout.
- Total Body by GRAVITY: Comprehensive full-body strength workout to condition cardiovascular, muscular fitness and to enhance flexibility. Strengthen and condition your entire muscular system with a 45-minute workout on the Total Gym machine.
Learn more about a participant’s first-hand experience taking this exciting workout class here.
Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddle sport (similar to racquetball) that combines elements of badminton, tennis, volleyball and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball, similar to a Wiffle ball, over a net. This exciting, engaging game can be played with 2-4 players and is available to play at the YMCA!!
NEW! OUTDOOR COURTS
Let’s take it outside! Come check out our outdoor pickleball net at the Welcome Center (ID required) and enjoy playing pickleball outdoors. Y members are responsible for setup and take down. Outdoor open play is on Sunday at 2:00pm. Full schedule is available on the pickleball page.
OPEN PLAY
We’re playing pickleball seven days a week on three indoor courts in the gymnasium. Please be mindful of the schedule as we are subject to monthly changes. View our gymnasium schedule here..
TOURNAMENTS
Put your pickleball skills to the test with some friendly competition at one of our pickleball tournaments! Tournaments are for ages 18 and up, and various tournaments are for specific age groups, all over 18. Register today!
- Spring Fling Doubles Tournament | Friday, March 21 | 8:00am
- Doubles Round Robin: any gender teams.
- Team registration deadline by March 16.
- Must register as partners.
- Nonmembers: $40 (Up to 25% off with select Y memberships!)
- Register online or at the Welcome Center.
LESSONS, CLINICS & WORKSHOPS
Mission Valley YMCA is offering pickleball lesson packages and skill clinics! Lessons are available to take your game to the next level and clinics are back to get you into the swing of the game. Beginner clinics highlight court setup and equipment needs, basic stroke skills, basic rules and scoring. Intermediate clinics cover tips for a more consistent serve and return, point strategy and dink shots. Equipment will be provided. Regarding registrations for lessons, clinics and workshops, contact Barb Madsen at bmadsen@ymcasd.org.
Swim Lessons for Teens and Adults!
Group and private swim lessons are available for teens and adults, ages 18 and up! Whether you are looking to improve your stroke technique, increase your stamina or get ready for Masters Swim, swim lessons are available for you to take your skills to the next level! Registration opens the 15th of the month for members and 17th of the month for nonmembers. View all options and register today!
Adult Sports Leagues
Keep in the game! Enjoy playing the sport you love while making new social connections in an encouraging environment where you belong! Register now.
PICK UP SOCCER:
- New! Women’s pick up street soccer is Sundays, 11:00 am – 12:30pm.
LEAGUES
- Soccer | Men ages 45+ | Tuesdays, 6:00pm-10:00pm (Play takes place at Clairemont High – Get Directions)
- Soccer | Men ages 35+ | Wednesdays, 6:00pm (Play takes place at Clairemont High – Get Directions)
- Soccer | All ages 21+ | Thursdays, 6:00pm (Play takes place at Clairemont High – Get Directions)
- Basketball | Women ages 55+ | Women’s Basketball Association | Thursdays, 6:30pm and Sundays, 10:00am
Volleyball | Coed 21+ | Mondays, 6:30pm-8:30pm
FAMILY & KIDS
Family-time is special at the Y. Spend time together and discover new activities for your child to explore.
Events for Families & Friends
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Celebrate your birthday in style at the Mission Valley YMCA. Each party is packed with a fun and unforgettable day tailored just for your child! We look forward to helping you celebrate your party at the Y! Packages will include a two hour party, complete with exclusive playground access for endless fun. Reservation includes space for 20 participants ($5 per additional child). Celebration comes with a gift bag fill of Y swag for the birthday person, tables and chairs for convenience and a block rocker for lively party music. Party theme options include Classic, Sports, Cupcakes & Canvases, Gaga Ball, Wizard World or Bounce Party (with three options to choose from of a bounce house, obstacle course or obstacle course and slide). Interested and ready to party? Fill out this form!
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
AT MISSION VALLEY YMCA & KRAUSE FAMILY SKATE PARK
Drop your kids off at the Y while enjoying a night out! There will be play and craft time, fun activities, pizza and time to watch a movie! Kids 6-12 years of age are invited. These themed Parents Night Out’s are hosted on the second Friday of each month. Space is limited. Register today!
SWEETHEART BALL
Friday, February 7, 2025 | 6:30-8:30pm | Ages 2-14
Dance the away with your little one! Join us for dinner, music, dancing and lots of fun! Remember the night by taking a photo in the photobooth. We’ll include a printed photo for you to take home!
Youth Dance
Dancing is an expression of joy, creativity, talent, and confidence. It’s a healthy activity that brings happiness to all participants, especially children. YMCA dance programs offer high-quality instruction in a fun, constructive, and inclusive environment. Dance promotes creativity, focus, discipline, self-esteem, socialization, and an active lifestyle — all beneficial skills for youth development. And of course, it’s fun!
TAP AND BALLET CLASSES
Ages 3-5 | Mondays | 4:15-4:45pm
Ages 6-11 | Mondays | 5:00-5:50pm
For questions, please contact Joshua Beall at jbeall@ymcasd.org. Register here!
Cheer Academy
Starting January 9, 2025 | Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm
Boost your child’s confidence and energy! Kids ages 6-12 will master cheer fundamentals, learn exciting routines, and practice dynamic movements—all while building teamwork and making new friends. Guided by enthusiastic instructors, this program emphasizes fun, fitness and personal growth. At the end of each month, participants will proudly showcase their newfound skills!
Youth sports
Get in the game with youth sports leagues, clinics and peewee lessons.
Youth sports leagues (ages 6-15)
Coed age divisions are available for ages 6-7, 8-9 and 13-15 in basketball and volleyball (leagues available just for girls!).
Youth sports clinics (ages 6-12)
Come out and play in one of our beginner or intermediate basketball, indoor soccer and volleyball youth sports clinics for ages 6-12.
Basketball: Beginner – Coed – Ages 8-12 | Tuesdays, 5:15pm or Intermediate – Coed Ages 10-15 | Wednesdays, 5:15pm
Indoor Soccer: Coed – Ages 8-14 | Tuesdays, 5:15pm
Volleyball: Beginner – Girls Ages 10-15 Thursdays, 5:15pm or Intermediate – Coed Ages 10-15 Wednesdays, 5:15pm
Girl P.O.W.E.R. clinic – Girls, ages 8-15, can stay strong, healthy and have fun in this four-week, girls-only clinic geared towards unlocking potential and empowering our community’s next generation of strong, resilient women. – Register today!
Peewee lessons (ages 3-5)
Basketball Ages 3-5 | Mondays, 5:15pm or Tuesdays, 4:15pm
Itty Bitty Sport Explorers Ages 1.5-3 | Saturdays, 9:15am
Soccer Ages 3-5 | Saturdays, 10:15am
T-ball Ages 3-5 | Saturdays, 12:15pm
Golf Ages 3-5 | Saturdays, 11:15 am
Youth Mini-Pitch street soccer programs
Soccer clinic | Fridays, 4:15pm
Teen Girls Street Soccer league | Fridays, 5:30pm
Volunteer! We need parent volunteers for our youth sports teams! If you can help, contact our sports department at nkamal@ymcasd.org. Or sign up to volunteer here.
Skate Park
The Mission Valley YMCA Krause Family Skate and Bike Park has a street course, BMX course, concrete bowl, vert ramp and the nation’s only skatercross course and is open with daily skate/bike sessions. The park is an all-wheel (non-motorized) facility, so bring your bikes, blades, skateboards and/or scooters for a great time! Learn more.
Private Lessons: Individual instruction will help your skateboarder, BMX-er, roller skater or scooter-ist achieve specific goals and get to the next level. Lessons begin monthly and are 30 minutes, one day a week for the first four weeks. – Register today!
Group lessons: Our group skate lessons are available to help improve your skills! Lessons are on the first four Wednesdays from 4:00- 5:00pm. – Register today!
Celebrate your birthday at the skate park in Clairemont. You have the option to rent out the entire park to yourselves or join us during public hours. We recommend private parties to people new to the skate park and bigger parties because the birthday party includes a half hour of group instruction, staff lead games and private access to our airbag. Our public option birthdays are for up to 15 people and they have access to our ramps as well as skateboards, bikes, scooters, safety equipment and helmets. – Reserve your party today!
Sponsor the Skate Park!
The Krause Family Skate Park is proud to be San Diego’s only supervised park that promotes a safe, friendly and encouraging environment for all. Without the critical support from individuals, companies and foundations, our skate park would not exist and many of our participants would not have a resource that they have grown to love and appreciate. Learn more about this great opportunity here.
ESports
Esports are video game competitions for individuals and teams of children ages 7–17. YMCA esports encourage healthy kids, families and communities by placing a priority on involvement and healthy competition, the value of participation over winning, team-building as well as individual development, a positive self-image and mutual respect for others. All play takes place online. For more information on esports, contact Thomas Beamon at tbeamon@ymcasd.org.
Digital Studio
Here at the Mission Valley YMCA Digital Studio, we have a time set aside for your child to enjoy our studio for free play and use of our equipment. This is our open space time which is welcome to our Community Plus members ages 13 to 17 and for our Play Pass Members ages 8-17!
Check out all we have to offer!
Check out our Play Pass!
To sign up for a Digital Studio Play Pass membership, please visit the front desk at Mission Valley YMCA. Come join the fun and experience our warm, inviting social environment today!
- YMCA Members:
- Monthly Pass/Membership: $25
- Six-Month Pass: $150
- Annual Pass: $300
- Participants/Non-members:
- Monthly Pass/Membership: $30
Having a Play Pass membership allows participants to use the computers freely during our open hours between 3:00-7:30pm. Some other benefits include:
- Three Digital Studio Admissions per month
- One free program per admission
- Free events (keynotes, demos from field experts and Teen Night)
- Member rates on Digital Studio programs
For more information, contact Thomas Beamon at tbeamon@ymcasd.org.
Splash Ball Clinics
We are excited to bring back our Splash Ball program! Practices are on Friday, 4:30pm-5:30pm or Sunday, 12:00-1:00pm. Register online or call for more information. – Register today!
Swim Teams and Lessons
Make a splash with exciting swim activities, available at the YMCA:
- Swim teams: Learn more about swim teams. YMCA swim teams offer a fun and challenging environment for youth swimmers who can already demonstrate the basic skills and are ready to take those skills to the next level!
- Masters swim: Learn more about Masters swim. The YMCA Masters Swim program is a structured lap swim workout designed to help avid swimmers of various skill levels improve their stroke form, ability, endurance and stamina.
- Swim lessons: Sign up for swim lessons! Enhance your swimming skills and techniques through group or private lessons. Swim lessons are offered for adults, children and parents with preschool-aged children.
- Water sports: Make a splash with splash ball! Learn the basics of water polo through this unique, exciting game. For more information contact our aquatics department. – Register today!
Y’s Active Adults (55+)
YAA Clubs
- Coffee Talk | Mondays, 9:30am-12:00pm – Join us for great discussions and a delicious, hot beverage.
- Mahjongg | Tuesdays, 9:30am-12:30pm and 1:00-3:30pm– Join us for this fun, mentally engaging game.
- Double Deck Pinochle | Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00pm – Join us for this intriguing, enjoyable card game.
- Mexican Train |First & Third Thursdays, 10:30am-12:00pm – Join us for this exciting dominoes game.
- Haiku | Second & Fourth Fridays, 12:30-1:30pm – Create haikus with your fellow YAA community.
- Book Club | Third Friday 10:00-11:30am – Share your ideas and enjoy reading a variety of books. Pick up your book club reading list at the Welcome Center.
- Y Movie | Third Thursday 1:30-3:30pm – Join us for a movie with your fellow YAA community.
View and register for all events online here.
For questions or more information contact Barb Madsen via email, bmadsen@ymcasd.org or by phone, (619) 298-3536.
YAA Events
- Pickleball Injury Prevention Workshop | Wednesday, February 26 | 3:15-4:30pm — Is your body ready to play pickleball? Learn how to do a proper prewarm up routine, to take preventive measures to reduce your risk from injury, and strengthen your body and learn recovery techniques. This workshop will entail: strength room education, and on court playing time. Workshop lead by: Cara Beltran: Personal Trainer, USPTA certified instructor / Barb Madsen: Personal Trainer. Registration is required, space is limited. Register online or at the Welcome Center.
- Nonmembers: $53 (members can save up to 25% off with select Y plans)
- Basic Fitness Equipment Workshop | Friday, February 28 | 2:15-3:45pm —Unfamiliar with stretching, cardio equipment and/or the Y Express equipment? If you are 50+ and want to increase strength and mobility, improve your cardiovascular health or improve your balance, this workshop is for you! Barb/Erika will lead a small group on two 1.5 hour workshops to show you how to warm up, stretch, and properly use and set up the equipment to start working out. A free InBody Scan is included! Register online or at the Welcome Center.
- Nonmembers: $40 (members can save up to 25% off with select Y plans)
- Watercolor Workshop | Thursday, March 27 | 1:00-3:00pm — Learn basic watercolor techniques from a volunteer team of artists from the San Diego Watercolor Society (SDWS). SDWSwill host a special watercolor demonstration/lesson. Meets in the Dick Webster Community Room at the Mission Valley YMCA Space is limited. Register online or at the Welcome Center or online by March 21.
- Nonmembers: $20 (members can save up to 25% off with select Y plans)
For questions or more information contact Barb Madsen via email at bmadsen@ymcasd.org or by phone, (619) 298-3536.
Men's Perspective Group
Y MEMBERS | MEN AGES 18+
Join us for Men’s Perspective Group – a new well-being initiative to bring men together for healthy discussion on how to be the best version of themselves. Be a person of mental, physical and spiritual wellness, learn how to balance life situations, family and employment responsibilities, develop a personal life goal, grow in self-mastery and sound character and be the person people want to be around. For male YMCA members ages 18+. Visit our blog to meet the founder, Jerry Kwasek and learn more about this great opportunity!
Join us in the Activity Room from 7:00pm – 8:00pm on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Must be Y member to participate.
Interested? For more information, contact Barb Madsen at bmadsen@ymcasd.org.
Fitness Classes to Try
Thanks to our versatile, excellent instructors, most moves in our group fitness classes can be modified to suit any fitness level. If you’re new to our group fitness classes and looking for a good place to start, Cara B., recommends:
- Balance
- Water exercise classes in the indoor pool
- Forever Fit with Jill D. or Jill G.
- Exercise Lite
- Hatha Yoga
- Gentle Yoga
- Stretch
- Pilates
- Posture Performance | Tuesdays/Thursdays at 12:30pm
- Zumba Gold
Please register at the Welcome Center or online today! For questions or more information contact Barb Madsen via email at bmadsen@ymcasd.org or by phone, (619) 298-3536.
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