University YMCA Student Center

University YMCA Student Center UW and YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties provides an inclusive space for all people to learn and grow

The University YMCA Student Center in downtown Tacoma offers a full‑service gym with cardio and weight equipment, indoor track, basketball court, group exercise classes, and community spaces designed for UW Tacoma students and non‑student community members. Enjoy climbing wall access, meeting rooms, game spaces, and wellness programs that support a healthy mind, body, and community. Located on Market Street, the center provides inclusive programs for all ages and fitness levels.

🎉💜 Happy 1-Year Anniversary, Erin! 💜🎉 Earlier this week, on August 19, we celebrated ONE amazing year with Erin on the Y...
08/22/2026

🎉💜 Happy 1-Year Anniversary, Erin! 💜🎉
 
Earlier this week, on August 19, we celebrated ONE amazing year with Erin on the Y team! As a Child Watch Attendant, Erin brings so much energy, kindness, and care to every child and family she serves. Thank you, Erin, for creating a fun, welcoming, and safe environment for our little ones! 🥰
 
We’re so lucky to have you on our team. Here’s to many more years! 🎊🙌

💪 You guys KILLED it at Unleashed this year! 💜 On August 2, the University YMCA Student Center showed up and showed out ...
08/21/2026

💪 You guys KILLED it at Unleashed this year! 💜
 
On August 2, the University YMCA Student Center showed up and showed out to support the rest of the YMCAPKC team at Unleashed! From taking on 1,628 steps to cheering each other on every step of the way, it was a day full of energy, teamwork, and community. 🏃‍♀️🔥
 
We’re so proud of everyone who climbed, cheered, volunteered, and represented the Y. This is what community looks like! 🙌
 
Way to go, YMCAPKC and Tacoma! See you at the next one! 💙💜

PR DAY IS COMING! 💪🔥Ready to put yourself to the test? Join us Thursday, August 27 from 8 AM–8 PM at the UW YMCA for PR ...
08/20/2026

PR DAY IS COMING! 💪🔥

Ready to put yourself to the test? Join us Thursday, August 27 from 8 AM–8 PM at the UW YMCA for PR Day!

🏋️ Lifts:
• Pull-ups & Dead Hang
• Weighted Pull-ups
• Bench Press, Squat & Deadlift AMRAP
• Bench Press
• Squat
• Deadlift
• Power Clean
• Sn**ch

🏆 Prizes for the top performer in each lift!
🥤 Free snacks + drinks for all participants
🚶 Walk in—no sign-up needed!

Important: A coach must see your lift performed in person at the UW YMCA. Videos do not count.

Pick a lift. Tell a coach you’re going for a PR. It’s time to put yourself to the test! 🔥

📣 We’re heading to the Hilltop Street Fair! 🎉 The University YMCA is excited to be part of the 11th Annual Hilltop Stree...
08/20/2026

📣 We’re heading to the Hilltop Street Fair! 🎉

The University YMCA is excited to be part of the 11th Annual Hilltop Street Fair at People’s Park on Saturday, August 29, from 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Thank you to the Hilltop Business Association (.tacoma) for having us! We can’t wait to celebrate summer with our Hilltop community. ☀️💙

See you there! 👋

🏆🏀 CHAMPIONS: THE UNKNOWNS! 🏀🏆 What a tournament! Huge congratulations to The Unknowns, winners of the ETC x YMCA Benefi...
08/18/2026

🏆🏀 CHAMPIONS: THE UNKNOWNS! 🏀🏆

What a tournament! Huge congratulations to The Unknowns, winners of the ETC x YMCA Benefit Basketball Tournament! 🔥

A massive THANK YOU to every team that showed up and competed: Lions, Living Legends, Team Hustle, YBC, and Free Agents. Your energy, competition, and support helped make this event special. 🙌

Still want to rep the tournament? 🧢👕 You can still grab your ETC merch right here at the University YMCA Student Center or shop online through the ETC website! Buying merch supports Tacoma foster teens at the Y through financial aid!

And of course, thank you to ETC Tacoma and EVERYONE who helped make this tournament happen. 🧡🏀

08/18/2026

💧 Keep drinking that water! Staying hydrated is always in style. ✨

Our water filling stations have already helped save 1,285,881 bottles from waste! 🌎💙

Can we make it to 1,500,000 saved bottles by the end of the year? 👀

🏀🔥 What a weekend! The ETC x YMCA Benefit Basketball Tournament brought the energy on August 8 & 9! 🙌 Huge shoutout to a...
08/15/2026

🏀🔥 What a weekend!

The ETC x YMCA Benefit Basketball Tournament brought the energy on August 8 & 9! 🙌 Huge shoutout to all the amazing teams who came out, competed, and helped make the weekend such a success. 🏆💪

And a BIG thank you to ETC Tacoma for the awesome jerseys! 👕🔥

Still need to rep ETC? You can grab your merch right here at the University YMCA Student Center or shop online through the ETC website!

Here’s a look back at some of the action from Sunday’s games 📸🏀

08/14/2026

🎉 BLOCK PARTY WINNERS! 🎉

A couple of weeks ago, we had so much fun at Downtown Tacoma’s Block Party—and now it’s time to celebrate our lucky winners! 🥳🏆

Congratulations to everyone who won! 🎊 We’ll be reaching out to you with more details.
📍 Prize pickup: Come visit us at the University YMCA to pick up your prize!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and joined in on the fun. We loved celebrating with you! 💙

🎉 Celebrating 4 Years of Cassidy at the University YMCA! 🎉 Four years of leadership, energy, laughter, and community! 💙 ...
08/12/2026

🎉 Celebrating 4 Years of Cassidy at the University YMCA! 🎉

Four years of leadership, energy, laughter, and community! 💙

As our Executive Director, Cassidy keeps things lively for staff and students while leading the University YMCA with a vision that goes far beyond a building, making it clear why the University YMCA has been here for the past decade. Under his leadership, the Y continues to be a place where students can connect, belong, grow, and feel at home — while creating space for community and for everyone.

Thank you, Cassidy, for bringing your energy, heart, and leadership to the University YMCA and for making the Y a place where community truly comes to life. Here’s to four incredible years and many more to come! 🥳🙌

Happy 4-Year Anniversary, Cassidy! 🎊

08/11/2026

🎉 Sorry it’s been SOOO long since our last Frequent Y’er video! 🎉

We’ve still been drawing cards throughout the past year—we just wanted to make sure we continued celebrating and congratulating our winners! 💙

🏆 Congratulations to Yong, our July Frequent Y’er of the Month! 🏆

Yong has earned a FREE month of membership at the Y simply by showing up, staying active, and making wellness a priority! 💪✨

Want to join in on the fun? Stop by the front desk and grab your Frequent Y’er card today! Every visit gets you one step closer to winning. Once you fill all 12 slots with staff initials, drop your card in the box—and YOU could be our next winner! 🏋️‍♀️🏊‍♂️

Keep moving, stay healthy, and who knows… you could be our next Frequent Y’er! 💙🎉

Address

1710 Market Street
Tacoma, WA
98402

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 6am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 6am - 9:30pm
Thursday 6am - 9:30pm
Friday 6am - 9:30pm
Saturday 7am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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+12532729622

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