Southern District YMCA / Exeter Area YMCA

Southern District YMCA / Exeter Area YMCA For Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The Official Page of the Exeter Area YMCA

The Southern District YMCA has been serving area youth and families since 1926 out of Kingston, NH. While camping has historically been a primary focus, after school programs, health and wellness, leadership, teen and family programming has filled the community void. Since 1926, over 150,000 youth and 10,000 staff have spent part of their life building healthy spirit, body and mind in the Y tradit

ion through Southern District YMCA programs. At the Y, we have always known that positive change only comes when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. The form in which the Southern District YMCA delivers its programs and activities and fulfills its historic mission of community service is driven by the support provided by generous families, individuals and organizations in the area.

📣 New Moms, This One Is for You! 👶🧘‍♀️This gentle, supportive class is designed for new mothers and babies up to 4 month...
06/26/2026

📣 New Moms, This One Is for You! 👶🧘‍♀️
This gentle, supportive class is designed for new mothers and babies up to 4 months old and focuses on:
✨ Postpartum recovery
✨ Pelvic floor awareness
✨ Relaxation and stress reduction
✨ Bonding with your baby
✨ Connecting with other new parents

Babies stay close throughout class, and the environment is welcoming for feeding, soothing, diaper changes, and whatever your little one needs.

📅 Thursdays, July through September
🕙 10:15–11:15 AM
📍 Exeter Area YMCA
💲 FREE for YMCA members and community members

visit our website to register
https://www.sdymca.org/familyprograms

"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." — John Muir
06/24/2026

"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." — John Muir

World Cup Fever is upon us! Between now and July 19th, when you wear your favorite team jersey to the Exeter Area YMCA, ...
06/24/2026

World Cup Fever is upon us!

Between now and July 19th, when you wear your favorite team jersey to the Exeter Area YMCA, you can pick up a prize at the Welcome Desk! Quantities are limited so don't miss out.

New Starting Date:Give Yourself a Break—Let Your Kids Get CreativeLooking for something fun (and screen-free) for your k...
06/23/2026

New Starting Date:Give Yourself a Break—Let Your Kids Get Creative

Looking for something fun (and screen-free) for your kids—and a little time back for yourself?

Creative Kids Corner is the perfect Saturday morning solution. While you enjoy a workout or some quiet time at the Y, your child will be busy creating, exploring, and having fun with hands-on art projects designed just for them.

Why families love it:
🎨 New creative project every week
🧠 Encourages imagination and self-expression
👫 Small group setting (max 15 kids)
🙌 Safe, supervised, and engaging

Program Details:
📅 Saturdays, June 27th – July 25 (4 weeks) No class July 4th
⏰ 9:00 – 11:00 AM
📍 Community Room
👧 Ages 5–10
💲 Members: $20 | Community: $40
Register
https://www.sdymca.org/youth-programs

Happy Father's Day! 💙Thank you for joining us today! A big thank you to all the amazing dads who joined us for our Fathe...
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day! 💙

Thank you for joining us today! A big thank you to all the amazing dads who joined us for our Father's Day Hike at Pawtuckaway State Park. With beautiful weather, breathtaking scenery, and nearly 7 miles of hiking, it was a wonderful morning spent together on the trails.

On the trail today, it was especially heartwarming to see so many dads sharing the experience with their little ones.

We recently celebrated two remarkable YMCA members, Jean Moulton on her 95th birthday and Louise Hirshberg on her 96th!L...
06/19/2026

We recently celebrated two remarkable YMCA members, Jean Moulton on her 95th birthday and Louise Hirshberg on her 96th!

Louise, an active pickleball player at the Y, continues to prove that age is just a number. She celebrated by playing a spirited round with friends before enjoying birthday cake with fellow members.

Later in the day, Jean stopped by for her regular workout, completing laps around the track with her walker before being rewarded with a slice of cake and plenty of smiles from the Y staff. Jean visits the Y four to five times a week and credits the Y and our friendly team for helping keep her motivated and active.

Jean and Louise are an inspiration to us all, demonstrating that staying active, connected, and engaged can help make every year a great one.

Happy Birthday, Jean and Louise!

Starting Soon! Give Yourself a Break—Let Your Kids Get CreativeLooking for something fun (and screen-free) for your kids...
06/18/2026

Starting Soon! Give Yourself a Break—Let Your Kids Get Creative
Looking for something fun (and screen-free) for your kids—and a little time back for yourself?

Creative Kids Corner is the perfect Saturday morning solution. While you enjoy a workout or some quiet time at the Y, your child will be busy creating, exploring, and having fun with hands-on art projects designed just for them.

Why families love it:
🎨 New creative project every week
🧠 Encourages imagination and self-expression
👫 Small group setting (max 15 kids)
🙌 Safe, supervised, and engaging

Program Details:
📅 Saturdays, June 20th – July 18 (4 weeks)
⏰ 9:00 – 11:00 AM
📍 Community Room
👧 Ages 5–10
💲 Members: $20 | Community: $40

Register
https://www.sdymca.org/youth-programs

Looking for a place where your child can make friends, learn strategy, and have fun away from screens? Join our Learn to...
06/16/2026

Looking for a place where your child can make friends, learn strategy, and have fun away from screens? Join our Learn to Play Magic: The Gathering program this summer!

Class Details
Fridays, June 19 – July 17 (4 Weeks) (No class July 3)
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost Members: $25; Community: $50
Community Room, Exeter area YMCA 56 Linden St, Exeter, NH
Ages 12+

This beginner-friendly program is perfect for youth who want to:
- Connect with other players in a fun, inclusive setting
- Learn a popular strategy card game from the ground up
- Build confidence and critical thinking skills
- Enjoy friendly competition and teamwork
- Spend time with peers away from screens

No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own cards, but it's not required. Snacks will be provided.

A minimum of 4 participants is needed for the class to run.
Register today and join the fun.
https://www.sdymca.org/youth-programs

Weekday Mornings Just Got Better – New Active Kids Summer Hours!We’re excited to announce that Active Kids now has morni...
06/14/2026

Weekday Mornings Just Got Better – New Active Kids Summer Hours!

We’re excited to announce that Active Kids now has morning hours during the summer! Starting Monday, June 15th, 2026, your kids ages 6-11 can enjoy even more playtime from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM — and it's FREE for family memberships!

Active Kids is a fun option that provides your child a safe place to move, play, and explore while you enjoy your workout or attend a class at our facility. Participants will gather in the gymnasium, and if the weather cooperates, we’ll take the fun outside for even more space to move and explore!

🎉 We Did It! 🎉Thanks to your incredible generosity, we not only achieved our fundraising goal but also unlocked our matc...
06/12/2026

🎉 We Did It! 🎉
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we not only achieved our fundraising goal but also unlocked our matching gift fund established in memory of beloved member Dan Jones, made possible through the generosity of two major donors.

Every donation, share, and word of encouragement helped make this possible. Together, we're creating opportunities for people in our community to learn, grow, and thrive.

Thank you for believing in our mission and for making a difference. We couldn't have done it without you!

Address

56 Linden Street
Exeter, NH
03833

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 8pm
Tuesday 5am - 8pm
Wednesday 5am - 8pm
Thursday 5am - 8pm
Friday 5am - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm
Sunday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+16036423361

Website

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