Y Stories

YMCA OUTDOOR SWIM CENTERSThe Outdoor Swim Centers are closed for the 2026 season. Please check back for the 2027 details. 

It’s never too early to become an artist. It’s also never too early to become a philanthropist.   

The Alfano family is well acquainted with the Northwest Family YMCA.

If you think the Y is only a place to swim and exercise your body, you’re missing out on the many other fun activities to explore.

Being back at the Northwest Family YMCA has been full circle for Virginia Cross. Virginia, better known as Ginny, was a member of the branch back when it first opened its doors 50 years ago.  

Perseverance comes in all shapes and sizes. Even at age 5, Jack Cotroneo is a clear example of not letting your circumstances bring you down.   

One thing about the Y is we’re more than just a gym. We also love to play games that don’t involve you working up a sweat - ones that can exercise your mind. Take Fred and Dyzio for example, longtime members of our Westside Family YMCA. If you happen to be at the branch from 8–10:30 am on Tuesday mornings, you’re more than likely to see the two duking it out on the chessboard.

Camaraderie is one of our favorite parts of our Y community. Just ask the morning crew at our Thurston Road YMCA Neighborhood Center. 

All athletes are welcome here at the YMCA of Greater Rochester. So, let’s take time to highlight one of our very own: Amanda Vito.