YMCA of Alaska

22/08/2026

🎒 SCHOOL IS OFFICIALLY IN SESSION! 🎒

For most kids, the school year is officially underway! 📚✏️ Now that the first days of school are here, it’s time to make those after-school hours something your child looks forward to!

The YMCA of Alaska’s After School Program gives kids a safe, fun, and welcoming place to learn, play, grow, and make new friends throughout the school year!

✨ Exciting activities & active play
📚 Homework help
🤝 Caring, supportive staff
🎨 Plenty of fun, friendship, and learning

⏰ DON’T WAIT! Spots are filling fast, and we’d love to welcome your child to the YMCA!

📋 Registration packets are available NOW! Reserve your child’s spot and get their after-school experience started.

👉 Click the link to access registration packets and learn more today: https://ymcaalaska.org/child-care/after-school/

A new school year means new adventures, new friendships, and new opportunities to grow. Let’s make it an amazing one! 🎒💙

22/08/2026

21/08/2026

🏀 SCHOOL’S BACK. LET’S GET ON THE COURT! 🏀

Don’t miss your shot! Save 15% on YMCA Youth Rec Basketball registration with promo code Back2School26 from 08/21–08/28!

🏀 Youth Rec Basketball
📅 October 3 – December 5
🏆 Games: Saturdays | Practice: 1 day/week
💰 $215–$235
🎽 Jersey + Shorts + Basketball + End-of-Season Medal included!

🏀 Youth Girls Basketball Clinic
Calling all 3rd & 4th grade girls! Build skills, confidence, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment.

📅 September 3 – October 1
📆 Wednesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
💙 Members: $30 | Non-Members: $50
🔥 Only 20 spots available!

💰 Financial assistance is available.

Register today and get ready to hit the court!

Register Here: https://ymcaalaska.org/sports-and-recreation/basketball/

21/08/2026

Health & Wellness Opportunities at the YMCA of Alaska!

Looking for ways to support your health and your family’s well-being? Our EBHI programs are now open!

🌱 Diabetes Prevention
❤️ Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring
💪 LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
👨‍👩‍👧 Healthy Weight and Your Child

Interested or want to learn more?
📩 Erin Widener: [email protected] — Diabetes Prevention & Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring
📩 Andrea Arts — LIVESTRONG & Healthy Weight and Your Child

🏥 Community Health Fair – September 12!
Join us for a Community Health Fair presented by Alaska Health Fair, Inc. Connect with local health and wellness resources, community services, and opportunities to support your well-being.

Interested in being an exhibitor? Click the Link in the comments!

Take a step toward a healthier you and a healthier community!

18/08/2026

🗳️ Did you vote today? Show us your “I Voted” sticker!

We want to see you out there making your voice heard! ❤️🤍💙

Show us “I Voted” sticker when signing up for membership and receive a $0 join fee!

👉 Vote. Share your sticker. Join the community.
Let’s see those stickers! 🗳️✨

15/08/2026

🌲🥾 DON’T MISS OUT! 🥾🌲

It’s our LAST summer hike! ☀️ Come join us TODAY at 5:30 PM for an evening adventure on the Lower Winner Creek Trail in Girdwood.

Bring your friends, soak up the last bits of summer, and enjoy a beautiful Alaska trail with us! 🌿🏔️

📍 Lower Winner Creek Trail, Girdwood
🕠 Today at 5:30 PM

We’d love to see you there! Don’t miss the final hike of the summer!

14/08/2026

🏊‍♀️ Lake Otis Pool Closure Reminder 🏊‍♂️

Just a reminder that Lake Otis Pool will be closed August 17 – September 7 for annual maintenance. The pool is currently scheduled to reopen Tuesday, September 8.

But don’t worry! 💦 Most of our Lake Otis Water Aerobics classes will continue at our East Pool location during the closure.

Please note: The Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8:45 AM Water Aerobics class will not be offered during this time.

Looking for pool access while Lake Otis is closed? Come visit us at our East Pool location! 🌊

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we complete this annual maintenance. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to Lake Otis Pool in September!

14/08/2026

We're honored to share that YMCA of Alaska has been selected as a 9/11 Day grant recipient!
This fall, we'll be joining the movement to permanently transform the anniversary of 9/11 into America's Day of Doing Good — leading a community service project in honor of the 25th Anniversary.

Stay tuned for ways you can join YMCA youth and families across Anchorage, Mat-Su, and Kodiak as we turn remembrance into action through service, gratitude, and caring for our neighbors. AmeriCorps

14/08/2026

🏀🔥 MORE THAN JUST A GAME — IT’S A SEASON OF FUN, FRIENDSHIP & GROWTH! 🔥🏀

Get ready, Alaska! YMCA Youth Rec Basketball is BACK!

Whether your child is stepping onto the court for the first time or already loves the game, our Youth Rec Basketball program is all about having fun, building confidence, making friends, and learning the value of teamwork.

SEASON DETAILS
🏀 Season: October 3 – December 3
📆 Games: Every Saturday
⛹️ Practices: 1 day per week
💰 Cost: $215–$235

EVERY PLAYER GETS:
👕 Official Team Jersey
🩳 Basketball Shorts
🏀 Brand New Basketball
🏅 End-of-Season Medal

EVERYONE CAN PLAY!
We believe every child deserves the chance to get in the game. Financial assistance is available for families who qualify.

🚨 SPOTS FILL UP FAST! Don’t wait to get your little baller registered!

👇 Tap the link in the comments to lock in your child’s spot today!

13/08/2026

🚨🎒 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🎒🚨

The countdown is officially ON… school starts in JUST 1 WEEK! 😱📚 Is your family ready?!

Make those after-school hours something your child looks forward to! The YMCA of Alaska’s After School Program gives kids a safe, fun, and welcoming place to learn, play, grow, and make new friends all school year long!

✨ Exciting activities & active play
📚 Homework help
🤝 Caring, supportive staff
🎨 Plenty of fun, friendship, and learning

⏰ DON’T WAIT! Spots are filling fast, and school is right around the corner!

📋 Registration packets are available NOW! Reserve your child’s spot before it’s too late.

👉 Click the link in the comments to access registration packets and learn more today!

One week. One big adventure. Let’s make this school year an amazing one!