YMCA Buffalo Niagara

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YMCA Buffalo Niagara We are a charitable, community-based organization committed to providing programs designed to build a healthy spirit, mind, & body for all.

Founded in 1852, YMCA Buffalo Niagara is the second-oldest YMCA in the United States and one of the oldest institutions in Western New York. As a charitable not-for-profit health and human services organization, YMCA Buffalo Niagara helps bring much needed services to the Western New York community. We do not turn anyone away due to an inability to pay—each year, thousands of people in Western New York benefit from financial assistance from the YMCA. More than 2,800 children and families annually benefit from our annual campaign, providing over $1.4 million in financial aid for people who wish to participate in YMCA programs such as child care, summer camp, or to purchase a membership. YMCA Buffalo Niagara serves the Western New York community with six membership branches, four camps, and over 50 program locations.


🔹 Mission
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is a charitable, community-based organization committed to providing programs designed to build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

🔹Our Focus
Youth Development – empowering young people to reach their full potential
Healthy Living – improving individual and community well-being
Social Responsibility – providing support and inspiring action in our communities

🔹Our Cause
To strengthen the foundations of community

10/14/2026

Check out our new EGYM equipment at the Independent Health YMCA!

Get your kids in the game with YMCA Youth Sports classes!Help your kids stay stay active, learn friendly competition, an...
10/13/2026

Get your kids in the game with YMCA Youth Sports classes!

Help your kids stay stay active, learn friendly competition, and create healthy habits for life. Not only will your children learn the fundamentals of a sport, they'll learn why physical activity is so important for their growth and well-being. Youth sports are available for children ages three and older. Classes are starting soon for the following sports:

- Flag Football
- Basketball
- Floor Hockey
- Tee Ball
- Cheer
- Tumbling

Find the links to sign up on our website or at your nearest branch.

Have you signed up for our October's Wellness Challenge yet? We've brought back Bingo to give you another chance to win ...
10/12/2026

Have you signed up for our October's Wellness Challenge yet?

We've brought back Bingo to give you another chance to win 50 bonus Y Reward points! Complete a variety of activities at your own convenience from now until October 31 for a shot at five-in-a-row.

Members get 50 bonus Y Reward points for scoring bingo. They will also receive 10 points just for playing.

Register at your local branch to receive your card. Turn in your winning card to the front desk.

The price goes up at midnight tonight so don’t wait to sign up!
10/10/2026

The price goes up at midnight tonight so don’t wait to sign up!

Just a few hours left to save!

General registration ends tonight at 11:59. The price will go up starting at midnight. Secure your spot at a reduced price now!

Just a quick reminder that the Y is upgrading to a brand-new app designed to make your experience smoother and easier th...
10/08/2026

Just a quick reminder that the Y is upgrading to a brand-new app designed to make your experience smoother and easier than ever! With the new YMCA Buffalo Niagara app you can:

- Directly register for your favorite programs
- Manage your account info on the go
- Check in directly from the app
- Sync your workouts directly with Apple Health

The new app is available now for both Apple and Android devices. Search for YMCA Buffalo Niagara in your app store today to get started!

Jump on this opportunity before the price increase!
10/07/2026

Jump on this opportunity before the price increase!

Have you signed up for the Turkey Trot yet? You have just a couple more days to lock in your spot at a reduced rate.

General registration ends Friday at 11:59 pm, and prices go up October 10.

Sign up now at YMCATurkeyTrot.org

EGYM is coming to the Independent Health YMCA!EGYM is a smart strength circuit that provides a customized, full-body str...
10/06/2026

EGYM is coming to the Independent Health YMCA!

EGYM is a smart strength circuit that provides a customized, full-body strength training workout in just 20 minutes.

Sign up for an orientation on how to use this new equipment by going to YMCABN.org and clicking on the Program Sign-Up page.

EGYM officially launches October 7.

Today is World Teachers' Day and we'd like to take a minute to thank all educators for the hard work they do. As a remin...
10/05/2026

Today is World Teachers' Day and we'd like to take a minute to thank all educators for the hard work they do.

As a reminder, the YMCA offers Universal Pre-K and Before and After School Care for families. Registration is ongoing throughout the year, so it's not too late even though school has started!

Learn more at YMCABN.org/child-care

Help the YMCA Turkey Trot by becoming a volunteer!Spots are available for people to help on race day, as we get one day ...
10/03/2026

Help the YMCA Turkey Trot by becoming a volunteer!

Spots are available for people to help on race day, as we get one day closer to the start of the longest consecutively run foot race in the country.

Learn more at YMCATurkeyTrot.org

Had a blast at our enCourage event earlier this week. Check out some of the photos below!enCourage is a companion-based,...
10/02/2026

Had a blast at our enCourage event earlier this week. Check out some of the photos below!

enCourage is a companion-based, social care respite program for adults living with mild cognitive impairment and/or dementia and their caregivers.

Learn more about enCourage at YMCABN.org/encourage

Address

301 Cayuga Road, Suite 100
Buffalo, NY
14225

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17165656000

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