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5120 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Branch Hours
5AM - 8PM
All hours
Branch amenities
child-watch
KidZone / Babysitting
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Unlimited Exercise Classes
strength-equipment
Strength & Cardio Fitness Center
indoor-pool
Indoor Pool
Accessible Swim
Family Changing Room
sauna
Sauna
Boxing
Pickleball
Volleyball
gymnasium
Gymnasium Courts
Before & After School Care
Virtual At Home Workouts
Teen Tech Center

Find your Y in West Philadelphia!

The Y is focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle filled with activities that keep you moving. We provide workouts, pool activities, and child care services to help you on your fitness journey. Having a membership here also means you can access all Greater Philadelphia YMCA locations, so you'll always have a convenient place to work out or bring the kids.

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Join the Y

With state-of-the-art equipment, world-class swimming pools, unlimited classes, 2-hour free Kidzone care, or a wide range of programs for kids, teens, families, and seniors - the Y is the best place to connect to a healthier life.

Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

Ready to see what the Y is all about? We cannot wait for you to come see our branch! Meet with a member of our amazing staff for a tour to find out more about the services we offer that fit your needs. See you soon!

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Workout from Home

Workout whenever, wherever with PhilaYathome - your virtual YMCA. Members can choose from hundreds of on-demand classes, catch a LIVE online class with fan-favorite instructors, workout with LES MILLS, or browse the latest lifestyle and health articles.

Sports and Recreation

At the West Philadelphia Y, you can do more than work out — you can form relationships and build healthy habits. The strength and cardio fitness center has equipment like treadmills and weight machines, allowing you to create the perfect workouts. Your membership also lets you access group exercise classes that help you strengthen your mind and body, plus we offer virtual at-home workouts

The Y is a great place for you and your family to come and play, too. Stop by for volleyball, basketball or pickleball at our gymnasium courts or enjoy boxing or our sauna to create variety in your active life.

Swimming

Whether you're looking to practice your skills or teach a child how to swim in a safe environment, you can find everything you need here. Our lap pool allows swimmers at any level to practice their strokes, and families can enjoy a fun place to play and become more comfortable in the water. Swimming is open to all at our pool in West Philadelphia, with options like accessible swim and water walking. These activities help active older adults or those seeking low-impact therapeutic exercise. 

Child Care

If you need child care services in West Philadelphia, our experienced and caring staff will watch your children for up to two hours while you spend time looking after your health. This amenity helps busy parents devote a few hours to their well-being. The Y also provides before- and after-school care to keep your kids safe and nurture learning and relationships. From homework help to games and activities, we will help your child thrive.

Happening at the Y

Lifeguard News Post

Lifeguard Certification Courses at the Y

Community Programs
Get your lifeguard certification, and if you're hired by the YMCA, we'll pay your certification fees! You heard that right! Participants who take our lifeguard certification class that are hired by the YMCA afterward will be reimbursed for their certification fees!
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Parent Child Swim Lesson News Post

2023 Early Spring Program Registration Info

Youth Programs
Do what you love this year and register for Early Spring programs! From dance to science to basketball and more - there are programs for every age and every interest! Browse the programs offered throughout our association to find the right one for you. Programs may vary by branch.
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Camp News Post

West Philadelphia YMCA Summer Camp 2023

Camp
Calling all happy campers! Get ready for summer of fun! Our day camps offer a variety of options to keep your young ones engaged during their months off. Traditional camp, sports camp, arts camp... and so much more. A summer of fun awaits at the Y!
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Zumbathon News Post

Megathon at the West Philadelphia YMCA

Spin and dance at the Y for a great cause! Join our Megathon on October 29th to help raise funds to support our Financial Assistance Program, which aims to connect all members of the community to a healthy lifestyle and impactful experiences that support positive growth.
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Dance News Post

Early Fall Program Registration Info

New season, new programs! Register your child for awesome programs this fall! From swim lessons to art and everything in between, our fall program schedule is packed with classes that allow your child to dive into their favorite activities or discover a brand new hobby!
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Fall Sports Leagues are Here

Fall Sports Leagues are back at the Y! Join the fun this fall and register your child for a season of sports, teamwork, and friendly competition! These are beginner to intermediate, competitive sports programs where children will learn the basic fundamentals and sportsmanship while havi
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No Place for Hate News Post

2021 No Place for Hate Events

The Y is for all and we're joining No Place for Hate to foster a safe place for our community. We've partnered with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) to host No Place for Hate events across the association. These include fitness classes, walks, runs, and more! 
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No Place for Hate

We partnered with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) to ensure the YMCA is inclusive and available for everyone. In 2022, our branch earned No Place for Hate accreditation through the ADL.

The accreditation comes after a year-long initiative to ensure inclusion in all facets of our YMCA. The initiative was made up of events, pledges, celebrations, and daily acts of acceptance and inclusion.

We welcome our neighbors of all races, genders, and abilities at the Y. We pledge to continue to ensure the Y is inclusive, accepting, and a place for all people.

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