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FIND YOUR AFTER-SCHOOL JOY.

Now enrolling for before & after-school care

SCHOOLS WE SERVE

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Membership

 

There's something for everyone at the Y! From group exercise classes to wellness programs and drop-in childcare, membership has it all.

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Preschool

 

Now enrolling preschool in Portsmouth and Virginia Beach

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Activity Schedules

 

Find fun, motivating fitness classes, gym schedules, and more!

 

Fitness Classes

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Pool Schedule

Improve Your Water Skills

 

Safe swimming is a life skill everyone deserves to know. Start swim lessons today!

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Fall Sports

 

Registration is open for fall sports! Save when you register early for soccer, flag football, cheer, volleyball and more.

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YMCA/Virginia Zoo Swap

 

Enjoy free, unlimited admission to the Virginia Zoo through August 31.

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Latest news & Updates

Fall Hours Start September 2
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As summer winds down and routines shift, it’s time for the Y to transition back to our post-summer operations. 

Labor Day Hours for Monday, September 1

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Chesapeake Before & After Care Services
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📣 We're excited to share that the Y will continue to offer before & after-school care on-site in Chesapeake Public Schools for the 2025–26 school year.

The YMCA values

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Fitness Floor Renovation
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We’re refreshing the first floor of the Wellness Center at the Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA with new flooring! While we’re excited for the upgrade, it will require a few temporary closures.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity is a fact. Equity is a choice. Inclusion is an action. Belonging is an outcome. ~Arthur Chan

 

Our Commitment