Join the Y by July 25 and receive 10% off your first 3 months of membership!
The Y has a special summer of fun planned for you. This is your community. This is your happy place. This is where you belong!
Beyond our state-of-the-art fitness centers and lively pools, we have a full calendar of special activities, programs, and events as part of our Summer Series. We have almost 70 events throughout summer and we’re already halfway through! Don’t let this summer at the Y fly by without you!
If you’re new to the Y, don’t miss out on our special new member offer or a summer full of fun! Use promo code “BELONG22” when you sign up online or in person. Join by July 25 and you'll receive 10% off your first 3 months.
Bring the kids with you when you visit because Child Watch has you covered. Our Child Watch service is ready to support your family at the Y. Register in person at your local community center during your next visit so you can plan for your workouts, swim sessions, and to participate in select Summer Series activities.
Check out the events we have coming up and and celebrate summer with us across Pierce and Kitsap counties. Don’t forget to take the The Plunge into the South Sound with us on August 26 at Owen Beach!
Summer Series 2022 – Part Two
Image courtesy of Pierce County
Outdoor Walk at Seely Lake Park
When: July 5 | 9am
Location: Meet by entrance near Lakewood Community Center. Seely Lake Park.
All Ages
Did you know that walking groups can improve the health of people with chronic health conditions, such as arthritis, dementia, depression and Parkinson's disease? That’s a lot of benefits for one of life’s simplest movements! Walking groups not only promote physical activity, but they also have the added benefits of increased motivation and opportunity for socializing. Bring cold water or tea and enjoy the peace or conversation while at the lakeside.
When: July 5, 12, 19, and 25 | 5:30pm
Location: Morgan Family Y
Ages: 8+, youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Designed to push you to the edge of your limit but have fun in the process this class will fire up your metabolism and target your cardio, strength, and muscular endurance without going over the edge. Join Bryce each Tuesday as he takes the class outside to soak up all the vitamin D possible.
When: July 6 | 6-7pm
Location: Tom Taylor Family Y
Ages: 8+, youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Get outside and start sweating with our hour-long bootcamp featuring your favorite HIIT instructors! You'll experience a full-body workout through a more varied and thus challenging workout by using an assortment of equipment to combine strength and cardio exercises. This is the perfect session to turn up the heat on summer.
When: July 9 | 8am
Location: Tacoma Center Y
Ages: 15+
This is a very special Tacoma Pride edition bootcamp. Come as you are and pump yourself up before we pop down to the downtown parade! Meet new people, stay healthy, and connect to the community before Tacoma's Annual Pride Parade at 12pm and street festival until 6pm. Tacoma Pride Festival centers and celebrates the LGBTQ+ community while entertaining and inspiring more than 20,000 South Sound friends, families, neighbors, and colleagues, as well as visitors to the area. Start the day off on your strongest foot and then stroll into all day entertainment and fun.
When: July 16 |10am
Location: Tacoma Center Y
Ages: 15+
Did you know pickleball was invented in Washington state? The game is fun, social and friendly and the rules are simple so it’s easy for beginners to learn. Because it’s a quick study the court sport has become vastly competitive and is enjoyed by people from all walks of life across our community centers. Bring your paddle, smiles, and enjoy some snacks and beverages at our pickleball fuel station!
When: July 12 | 10-11am
Location: Mel Korum Family Y
Ages: 15+
Whether you have experienced back pain or just want to keep your back healthy, this is the workshop for you. Learn five basic exercises to enhance back wellness, including the importance of flexion and extension. Come dressed in loose, comfortable clothing and avoid wearing anything restrictive. Pre-stretching encouraged. Rollers will provided by the Y.
When: July 13 | 9:30-10:30am
Location: Tom Taylor Family Y
Ages: 8+, youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Tai Chi is the gentle way to eliminate stress. Originally a technique for self-defense, it has evolved into a graceful form of movement that is sometimes called meditation in motion. Expect a series of focused, self-paced movements accompanied by deep breathing for a noncompetitive and gentle class. Practitioners note improved mood, lessened joint pain, improved sleep, lower blood pressure and a bevy of other benefits that will carry over into your day-to-day.
When: July 13 | 10:30-11:15am
Location: Lakewood Family Y
Ages: 8+, youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Who doesn't love an outdoor dance party? Commit Dance Fitness is a popular, fun filled HIIT influenced (High intensity interval training) dance workout that can help you prepare for any outdoor festival or basement dance parties. During this morning dance session, you’ll learn routines that concentrate on essential fitness elements and feature a variety of popular music from all over the world.
Outdoor Fitness | Vinyasa Yoga
When: July 13 | 5:30-6:30pm
Location: Lakewood Family Y
Ages: 8+, youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Vinyasa is an approach to yoga in which you move from one pose directly into the next, often called a flow. This transition coordinates with your breathing and takes place specifically as you exhale or inhale. It also gives you the feeling that your breath is moving your body – a powerful force! Vinyasa improves energy levels, builds endurance, strength, stability, and balance, as well as lowers stress and anxiety.
Outdoor Fitness | Yin and Yoga Nidra
When: July 14 | 7-8:15pm
Location: Lakewood Family Y
Ages: 8+, youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Yin yoga consists of stretching postures. Postures are restful and held for long periods of time, up to 4 minutes. The long, passive holds activate the parasympathetic nervous system (our rest and digest system), and work to soften and stretch our deepest layers of tissue, the fascia. It's a wonderful break from any fast-paced lifestyle. Meanwhile Nidra means “conscious sleep,” during which time you will lay on your back and be guided through a methodical relaxation series. During this time you’ll be invited to give yourself a positive affirmation or suggestion to meditate on throughout the exercise. Join and enjoy the restoration process of Yin and Nidra.
When: July 16 | 9:30am-11:30am
Location: Haselwood Family Y
Ages: 15+
Summer session means we go hard! Bring your dancing shoes for a 2-hour summer Dance-a-thon. The footloose event will showcase several of our most popular Y dance instructors leading a portion of the class. You’ll hear music genres familiar to Zumba, Dance Beat, and MixxedFit along with a variety of dance choreography for all levels of experience. We will also be hosting a silent auction and a prize raffle with proceeds going towards our annual fundraising campaign (did you know that the Y is a nonprofit?). But you don’t have to wait to donate! Food and beverages will be available for dancers.
Bradley Lake Walk and Social Hour
When: July 19 | 10-11am
Location: Bradley Lake Park. Meet at the Park by the kids play area.
All Ages
Walking promotes cardiovascular fitness while battling chronic disease, such as arthritis, dementia, depression and Parkinson's disease. When you walk with a group you’re also benefiting from the motivation of others and are likely to go farther than you would have alone. Bring your walking shoes and enjoy this 59-acre undeveloped park site which includes a 12-acre lake. Afterwards, the Mel Korum Family Y will offer refreshments.
Image courtesy of Point Ruston
When: July 19 | 9am
Location: Point Ruston. Meet outside of Farelli's Pizza.
All Ages
The waterfront at Point Ruston is one of Puget Sound’s most popular areas for its serene surroundings, excellent people watching, and extensive outdoor activities. Stretching nearly a mile from Ruston Way to Pt. Defiance Park, the walk offers you beautiful views of Mount Rainier and Commencement Bay without leaving the shoreline. Join us to get your steps in, greet neighbors, and view the mosaic centerpieces at the five main intersections along the way.
When: July 20 | 6-7pm
Location: Tom Taylor Family Y
Ages: 8+, youth under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Time to hit the pavement with this hour-long outdoor cycle class! Join us in a high intensity workout geared towards all levels. Get lost in the moment and let the playlist spark your performance. Gear up with our music-fueled outdoor ride as your journey builds endurance and strength.
We’re grateful to offer our community so many ways to stay active, healthy and connected this summer. Explore all the activities and events of the season and share your favorites with friends and family so you can all discover more of what the Y has to offer.