YMCA Broughty Ferry

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YMCA Broughty Ferry We're the Broughty Ferry YMCA, serving the local community for over 150 years! During both wars the premises were requistioned by the Forces.

For room enquiries, please get in touch with by visiting us directly during weekday mornings, giving us a call at 01382 775988 or sending an email to [email protected]. The YMCA in Broughty Ferry was founded in premises in Gray Street in 1866, moving nine years later to the present premises, formerly a church and then an infant school, in Brook Street. In 1893 a gymnasium was gifted by Alexander Jefferson Buist, President at that time. Largely through the efforts of members themselves , a table tennis hut, acquired after the first world war was dismantled and a new, much enlarged hut erected in its place. During December 1963 the Stephen Gillanders Memorial Extension was opened in memory of Stephen Gillanders who was President of the local Association from 1952 till 1962. The extention cosists of a kitchen and lounge in a large social area. Traditionally the local Association is sport orientated producing many fine players within the realms of Badminton, Table Tennis and Football. In addition many members have made good within the fields of Public Service and Academic work. By their activities all members past and present are seen to be expressing the true meaning of the Association within the Local YMCA. Local volunteers have helped the YMCA survive as the years have moved on, through giving up their time to help develop the local youngsters of Broughty Ferry and enhance their interests. These volunteers have been invaluable to the survival of the YMCA. However more help is always readily needed to keep the YMCA open and more people need to use the facilities to keep the Association financially viable. Greater community involvement is under consideration and many exciting projects are planned for the future. Donations gratefully received via:http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fund/ymbferry150

We're honoured to be the home for the Empowerment Academy, and we thank Craig for being there to see it al be made offic...
14/10/2026

We're honoured to be the home for the Empowerment Academy, and we thank Craig for being there to see it al be made official! 😁

Recent community activity in

I was recently honoured to be asked to attend and present some of the awards to those who have recently completed stages of Jill Juke's Empowerment for Girls Academy at YMCA Broughty Ferry - see photo.

This is an educational and leadership development programme designed to build confidence, self-esteem, and critical life skills in young women.

I was also recently pleased to again participate in a litter pick at Barnhill Rock Garden with the pupils and staff and pupils of Barnhill Primary School. The enthusiasm of the young people is fantastic!

It is heartening that there is so much positive community activity in Broughty Ferry and a real pleasure for me to attend these local events.

A new month means a new schedule for Broughty Ferry Women's Social Club and their variety of activities here at the YM a...
05/10/2026

A new month means a new schedule for Broughty Ferry Women's Social Club and their variety of activities here at the YM and elsewhere.

21/09/2026

We'll be open as usual, but with the roadworks happening on Brook Street for the next week or so (currently scheduled from today for 7 days), we just want to make people aware that there will be difficulties with traffic and parking near the YM until the roadworks are over.

For those looking to find their centre, looking to find that way to de-stress, Lindsey's Yoga might be just the thing fo...
15/09/2026

For those looking to find their centre, looking to find that way to de-stress, Lindsey's Yoga might be just the thing for you!

With classes on Mondays and Tuesdays (from 9.45am and 6.30pm) as well as Thursdays (from 6pm), all are welcome to join.

To find out more, get in touch by emailing [email protected]

Here at the YM, we're happy to support Broughty Ferry Women's Social Club as a place for them to run many of their vario...
02/09/2026

Here at the YM, we're happy to support Broughty Ferry Women's Social Club as a place for them to run many of their various activities, clubs and groups they run for all women.

With September the first full month after the holidays, both us and the Women's Social Club are fully back into the swing of things, with a fuller schedule than ever that includes the new choir!

The full schedule is available in the images below (including their online events, and a few things outside the YM too), so if any of them pique your interest or might interest someone you know, you or they can get in touch with Dee either by calling 07760632095 or sending an email to [email protected].

Looking for a way to de-stress from the rigours of daily life as we move into autumn? Well, this upcoming set of meditat...
01/09/2026

Looking for a way to de-stress from the rigours of daily life as we move into autumn? Well, this upcoming set of meditation classes could well be the right thing for you!

Starting on September 25th and running each Friday from 10.30 - 11.30am, these first few classes will focus on 'Stress Free Living'.

This introductory level class will teach you three simple ways to release that built-up tension, as well as building peace - and perspective - within your mind. Each class - done sitting in chairs - will include two guided meditations, a practical teaching and time for questions with long-time practitioner Catherine Marriott.

To book your place, and find out a little bit more, visit https://meditateinedinburgh.org/dundee-drop-in-class/ (don't worry, despite the website, it's still in the Ferry!)

With the YM back open, all sorts of activities are starting up or resuming. One of those is Spanish classes! 🇪🇸Starting ...
27/08/2026

With the YM back open, all sorts of activities are starting up or resuming.

One of those is Spanish classes! 🇪🇸

Starting in September and running on Tuesdays and Thursdays, there will be classes at a range of ability levels, so whether you're completely new to the language or are looking to scrub up, there should be something on offer for you.

If you're interested, get in touch with Amanda by sending an email to [email protected]

10/08/2026

And we're back! Looking forward to seeing you all to enjoy the various classes and activities we have on offer! 😁

27/07/2026

That's us off for the Dundee Fortnight! Emails may be checked and responded to sporadically throughout the next couple of weeks, but aside from that, we look forward to seeing you all again on August 10th!

But before we go, we're happy to let you know that the issue with switching phones has now been sorted, so when we are back, you should be able to get in touch with us by phone once more!

10/07/2026

Tomorrow (Saturday July 11th), we'll be hosting our Gala Day! 🎈

Open from 10am to 2pm, we'll have all sorts on offer for you to enjoy. There'll be all manner to buy - including books, DVDs, clothes and of course a bric-a-brac - special items from men's Broughty Ferry Men's Shed; not one but two tombolas (a regular one and a teddy-specific tombola) as well as food and drink with teas and coffees and a pancake stall.

Entry is free, so why not pop in out of the heat and see if you can find something you like? We look forward to seeing you there! 😁

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151 Brook Street
Dundee
DD51DJ

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