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There is so much for the family to do at the Sands Family YMCA! A haven for area families, we're proud to offer a variety of activities and spaces so every member of the family has something for them.

WEST HERR INNOVATION STATION

In addition to paid S.T.E.M., and Art programming, the West Herr Innovation Station has several free drop in opportunities! Each week has a different theme that available activities will be based on.

  • Open Art: For all ages
    Let your creativity flow with a variety of art projects
  • Play Lab: For families with kids 2-5
    A fun and interactive activity that will vary each week
  • Open Science: School Age Kids (5-12)
    Get hands on with fun and engaging science experiments and projects the whole family will enjoy
  • Open Tween: Ages 8-12
    Get your kid(s) creative and active in a wide variety of activities
  • Teen Center: 11-17
    We’ve got plenty of fun activities for our teens
  • Family Fun: For all ages

SEE INNOVATION STATION CALENDAR

FAMILY PLAY

With spaces like the Adventure Center and the M&T Bank Boathouse, there are plenty of chances to use our spaces for family fun! 

  • CNB Midway: Adventure Center: With a two-story climbing structure themed around area icon Roseland, the Adventure Center is a great space for families with older children to play together!
  • M&T Bank Boathouse: Located in the Mickey Sands Child Care Center, the M&T Boathouse opens up to families on select days and times and is great for families with younger kids. There are plenty of soft play climbing structures for kids to be adventurous in a safe environment.

SEE AREA SCHEDULE

GYMS

With Parent/Child Toddler Time, Sandlot Games and other open gym opportunities, your whole family has the chance to get active together!

  • Parent/Child Toddler Time: Our gym will be dedicated for parents and younger kids to be active and connect with each other in a safe space!
  • Sandlot Games: Free, drop-in unstructured sports gives our kiddos time to come together and relax while playing some fan-favorite sports like kickball, soccer, flag football and more.

SEE FULL GYM SCHEDULE

POOL

Make a splash with the family during open swim and take advantage of our splash pad! 

SEE FULL POOL SCHEDULE