YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties Empowering youth, improving health, and providing an inclusive space for all people to learn and grow

The Y is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships and resources necessary to learn, grow, and thrive.

Small changes can lead to lasting results. đź’™The YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program and YMCA Weight Loss Program help adult...
08/19/2026

Small changes can lead to lasting results. đź’™

The YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program and YMCA Weight Loss Program help adults build healthier habits through education, accountability, and supportive small-group coaching. Whether you're looking to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes, lose weight, or improve your overall well-being, you don't have to do it alone.

Read how YMCA programs are helping participants build healthier futures: https://www.ymcapkc.org/blog/small-changes-lasting-results-how-ymca-can-support-your-health-goals

❤️ Walk With the Y and MultiCare Health System for Heart Health The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is proud to join ...
08/18/2026

❤️ Walk With the Y and MultiCare Health System for Heart Health

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is proud to join our longtime partner, MultiCare, at the American Heart Association's Heart & Stroke Walk on Saturday, September 19 at Cheney Stadium.

Together, we're helping raise awareness about heart health, prevention, and the importance of healthy lifestyles across our community.

❤️ Participation is FREE
❤️ Choose a 1-mile or 3-mile walk
❤️ Wear red and walk with Team YMCA

Whether you're a YMCA member, staff member, family member, or friend, we'd love for you to join us.

đź”— Register for Team YMCA: https://www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/WSA-WesternStatesAffiliate?pg=team&team_id=974622&fr_id=13217

📸Image from Puget Sound American Heart Association

For much of her life, Michelle felt she had to keep part of herself hidden. After joining the YMCA, she found coworker...
08/17/2026

For much of her life, Michelle felt she had to keep part of herself hidden.

After joining the YMCA, she found coworkers who became a source of support, belonging, and encouragement as she came out to her family, friends, and children.

In her story, Michelle shares what Pride means to her, the courage it takes to live openly, and the role the Y played in helping her feel accepted for who she is.

Read Michelle's story: https://www.ymcapkc.org/blog/how-michelle-found-courage-be-herself-y

For more than 115 years, the YMCA has been a part of the Bremerton community. From its roots as an Armed Services YMCA d...
08/14/2026

For more than 115 years, the YMCA has been a part of the Bremerton community.

From its roots as an Armed Services YMCA downtown to today’s Bremerton Family YMCA, Marina Square Express YMCA, and future plans for expanded early learning and community spaces, the Y continues to grow alongside Bremerton.

The story is still being written, and starts with the people, families, staff, and partners who make this community strong.

Read more about the history and community of the Bremerton Y: https://www.ymcapkc.org/blog/more-century-service-bremerton

For more than 20 years, Michelle Wells has helped bring the arts to YMCA members across Pierce and Kitsap counties. What...
08/12/2026

For more than 20 years, Michelle Wells has helped bring the arts to YMCA members across Pierce and Kitsap counties. What began as a dance-focused program has grown into opportunities in visual arts, music, theatre, culinary arts, and more.

Today, YMCA arts programs serve approximately 4,300 participants each week, giving children and adults a place to build confidence, express creativity, and discover their passions.

Read how Michelle has helped make arts education more accessible for our community: https://www.ymcapkc.org/blog/michelle-wells-expanding-access-to-the-arts

08/10/2026

When Annee first came to the Y, they relied on a motorized scooter and were rarely able to walk on their own.

With the support of the YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program, Enhance®Fitness, and financial assistance, Annee lost more than 50 pounds, regained their mobility, and found the confidence to keep moving forward.

A Healthy Future For All means making life-changing programs accessible to everyone, regardless of where they start.

Read Annee's story and explore our 2025 Annual Impact Report: https://www.ymcapkc.org/about/annual-report

08/10/2026

What happens when kids put down their phones and spend a week in nature? They discover confidence. Build lasting friendships. Explore the outdoors. And realize they can have fun without a screen.

For Owen and Bernice, YMCA Camp Seymour helped them reconnect with nature and build habits that last long after camp ends.

Giving young people the opportunity to unplug and get active outdoors is one way we’re building A Healthy Future For All.

Read their story and explore our 2025 Annual Impact Report: https://www.ymcapkc.org/about/annual-report

After surviving a devastating car accident and being diagnosed with breast cancer, Nancy faced years of health challenge...
08/08/2026

After surviving a devastating car accident and being diagnosed with breast cancer, Nancy faced years of health challenges and isolation. She became depressed and lost her friend group.

When she walked through the doors of the Lakewood Family YMCA, she found a community that would come to know her by name and encourage her every step of her recovery.

A Healthy Future For All means caring for both physical and emotional well-being at every stage of life.

Read Nancy's story and explore our 2025 Annual Impact Report:
https://www.ymcapkc.org/about/annual-report

08/07/2026

When Aquaria was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, the pool became a way to stay active, and she also found a place where she belonged.

At the Pearl Street Family YMCA, she found compassionate instructors, supportive members, and a community that celebrates her every step of the way.

A Healthy Future For All isn’t just physical wellness. It’s also being supported and connected to a community that cares about you.

Read Aquaria’s story and explore our 2025 Annual Impact Report:
https://www.ymcapkc.org/about/annual-report

08/06/2026

Some of the biggest impacts happen when no one is watching.

Through rain, cold, and quiet seasons, volunteers Rick, Mary, Bruce, and Helen have dedicated countless hours to restoring and improving YMCA Camp Lake Helena, creating spaces where kids can explore, grow, and make lifelong memories.

Their story is a reminder that A Healthy Future For All is built by people who invest their time, talents, and hearts to strengthen our community.

Read their story and explore our 2025 Annual Impact Report: https://www.ymcapkc.org/about/annual-report

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4717 South 19th Street, 102
Tacoma, WA
98405

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+12535347800

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