YMCA Camp Silver Beach

10/14/2026

The House Cup Heroes Challenge is on!

Join us and help raise $20,000 for camp scholarships in 2027. These scholarships open doors for kids who otherwise wouldn’t have the chance to attend camp.

Each year, YMCA Camp Silver Beach provides more than $150,000 in financial assistance so every child has the opportunity to experience the friendships, adventures, and lifelong memories that make Camp Silver Beach so special.

$1 = 1 point, and each house is racing to see who will raise the most by November 14. A winner will be announced each week, and the ultimate champion will be crowned at the end of the campaign.

We’re counting on our passionate community of camp families, alumni, and supporters to make it happen. This isn’t just a competition, it’s a chance to give kids unforgettable camp experiences!

Osprey. Blue Crab. Firefly. Pine.
Claim your house and donate here: ymcashr.org/house-cup-heroes

09/29/2026

We're excited to announce that The Block Community Cafe, a teen initiative, will open at 6:30am on Monday, October 5!
Hope you can join us and start your day with a sip and a smile.

09/29/2026

🍂 Fall Camp Merch Sale is HERE! 🍂

Your favorite Camp Silver Beach gear is on sale now through October 9! 🏕️

Grab a little camp spirit for yourself (or start your holiday shopping) before the sale ends!

Link: https://forms.gle/AyoDQeqwxJ7aJXfo7 💙

09/24/2026

Now that's dedication!
We're grateful to have you on our team, Brody!

Happy First Week Back to School, Chesapeake!

From first days of school to senior year and everything in between, the Y is proud to be part of the journey! 💙

We’re wishing all of our Chesapeake students a safe, successful, and AMAZING school year! 🎉✏️

And what better way to celebrate than with one of our own staff members, Brody—from dreaming about working at the Y in 2nd grade to making it happen as a senior! 🥹💙

Keep dreaming big, Chesapeake! The Y is cheering you on every step of the way! 💪📚

09/23/2026

💥 SUMMER 2026 ADMIN TEAM SIGN-UPS ARE OPEN!💥

Camp Silver Beach is looking for organized, energetic, and passionate leaders to join our Admin Team! 🏕️❤️

Help make the magic happen behind the scenes and be part of what makes CSB so special!

🚨 Sign-ups close October 1 — don’t miss out!
👉 Sign up today! https://forms.gle/GeED44WWVtpbr7Ls6

09/22/2026

Your fall plans start right here!

Our Fall 2026 Program Guide just dropped, packed with everything you need for the upcoming season. Here’s a peek at what’s inside:

🍎 Before & after school care for busy schedules
🏋️ Refreshed & expanded fitness classes
🎃 Seasonal family fun nights
⚽ Fall sports programs for all ages

Ready to plan your season? Click the link below to view the full guide online, or pick up a copy at your local YMCA branch today!
Fall Program Guide: https://loom.ly/iPr6d68

09/21/2026

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us for our Oyster Roast & Beach Bash! 🦪🌊

Your support helped make this event such a fun and memorable celebration—and, most importantly, helps provide camp scholarships so more kids in our community can experience a summer at YMCA Camp Silver Beach. 🏕️

We’re grateful to everyone who helped make camp possible for more kids! 💙

09/21/2026

Always a beautiful day on the courts at the YMCA of Portsmouth!🏓

If you drop by on a Wednesday night, you’re bound to run into teams Power Rangers and T&T, along with a whole crew of awesome players. Whether you’re looking to jump into a friendly match or you’ve never picked up a paddle in your life, this group will instantly make you feel like family and show you the ropes.

Stop by and say hi to this insanely fun community of pickleball pioneers!

09/19/2026

The YMCA Camp Silver Beach Oyster Roast & Beach Bash is today! Thank you to our sleepaway sponsors for your support in making this event a success.

You can still get tickets and join us today from 3 to 7!: https://loom.ly/HypVY_Q

09/18/2026

We love our instructors, and this one takes the cake! ❤️🎂

Meet Marissa! She started as a Y member and now brings the energy, and the creativity, as an instructor at the Greenbrier Family YMCA. From leading high-powered Boxmaster sessions to teaching family-fun cake decorating, she does it all!

We caught up with Marissa to hear her story:

What’s your Y journey?
"I started as a member in October 2025, got certified by June, and now teach Boxmaster! When Jen found out about my cake decorating background, she asked if I’d lead a special family activity class. I couldn’t say no! 🙂"

How did you get into cake decorating?
"It started as my COVID hobby! I’m not even a big sweets person, but I fell in love with the precision and creativity of piping. I love sharing this art with our members."

What cake themes are coming up?
"Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday, so the October class is going to be epic! Seeing a full house for our first class in August was amazing, and I can't wait for the next one."

Whether you are ready to pack a punch, or want to get creative with cakes, Marissa’s got just the class to make your day!

09/18/2026

The YMCA Camp Silver Beach Oyster Roast & Beach Bash is a special time when our neighbors, near and far, come together for a good time and a great cause. Thank you to our campfire sponsors for their support!

Tickets are still available: https://loom.ly/HypVY_Q

09/17/2026

The YMCA Camp Silver Beach Oyster Roast & Beach Bash is this Saturday! Thank you to our rainbow sponsors whose support helps give more kids the chance to experience Camp Silver Beach!

There's still time to get tickets: https://loom.ly/HypVY_Q

09/16/2026

Saturday is the big day! We can't wait to see you at the YMCA Camp Silver Beach Oyster Roast & Beach Bash. Thank you to our presenting sponsors for supporting this event and giving more kids the chance to experience Camp Silver Beach!

If don't already have your ticket, there's still time!: https://loom.ly/HypVY_Q

09/14/2026

We get it ❤️

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders, service members and ordinary people who stepped forward in the days that followed.

We also hold close the families and communities who continue to carry that loss, 25 years later.

We remember.

09/10/2026

Meet Jerome!
Back in May 2025, he decided it was time to get serious about his health. He’d never really worked out before, and his wake-up call came during a swim lesson when he unexpectedly ran out of breath. Right then and there, he knew he needed a change.

Jerome teamed up with trainer Justin at the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA, and the two of them have been crushing it—building strength, boosting endurance, and locking in healthy habits that stick.

• Down 20 pounds
• Gained solid muscle
• Big jumps in strength and stamina
• Powered by his own progress

The best part? Seeing what he’s capable of has become Jerome’s biggest motivation to keep going. His story is proof that you don't need any fitness background to get started. You just have to take that first step!

09/08/2026

Member Spotlight: Evan 🏆
On August 7th, Evan wrote his name into the local legend books by scoring a hole-in-one on the 75-yard Hole 7 at our First Tee Hampton Roads golf course. Watching our members reach milestones like this is the absolute best part of what we do.

With a coach for a brother, the competitive spirit is definitely real in this family! Evan, we're thrilled to celebrate this huge moment with you. 👏

09/05/2026

🎓Class of 2026!
Congrats to our preschool graduates at our YMCA of Portsmouth.
We hope your kindergarten year is off to a great start!