Kenosha YMCA

Overview

The Kenosha YMCA is a nonprofit community center focused on building healthy spirit, mind, and body through Christian principles. It serves as a comprehensive fitness and wellness facility offering family-friendly amenities, programs, and services for all ages in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The overall atmosphere is welcoming, inclusive, and community-oriented, emphasizing health, education, recreation, and social impact. Members enjoy access to modern equipment, pools, group classes, childcare, and events that foster personal growth, family bonding, and community engagement. Recent awards, such as Best of Kenosha 2025 for fitness center/gym and summer camp, highlight its reputation for excellence.

Features & Amenities

• Aquatics Center: Indoor pool for lap swimming, family fun, swim lessons, and joint-friendly exercise.
• Fitness Center: State-of-the-art gym with free weights, cardio machines, and strength training areas.
• Group Exercise Studios: Spaces for classes like dance, Zumba, yoga, SilverSneakers, and more.
• Childcare & Youth Areas: Dedicated zones for before/after-school programs (B.A.S.E.), preschool, camps, and STEM activities.
• Multipurpose Rooms: Used for sports, events, and community gatherings like fitness challenges and healthy living fairs.
• Virtual YMCA Access: YMCA360 app for on-demand workouts anywhere, anytime.
• Locker Rooms & Support: Showers, family changing areas, and staff support for wellness goals.
• Outdoor Event Spaces: Hosting for runs, festivals, and triathlons like the annual Firecracker 5K and Tri My Best.

Services

• Membership Perks: Full access to facilities, group exercise, equipment, and programs; includes referral rewards (e.g., Member Get a Month free).
• Health & Wellness Programs: Personal training, virtual classes, fitness challenges (e.g., Healthy Through the Holidays), insurance reimbursements.
• Aquatics Services: Swim lessons, family swim, lifeguard training, water safety education via Kenosha Safety Around Water Coalition.
• Youth & Family Programs: Childcare, camps, before/after-school enrichment, sports leagues, dance, STEM, Achievers program for tutoring/leadership.
• Adult & Senior Services: Group fitness, sports, CPR/AED certifications, senior-specific classes like SilverSneakers.
• Community Events: Fall Fest, Healthy Kids Day, annual luncheons, golf outings, newsletters with seasonal programming.
• Additional Offerings: Red Cross certifications, volunteer opportunities, financial assistance for memberships.

Pricing

• Specific pricing not detailed on the homepage, but promotional specials include:
  • Free 1-day trial membership (18+, restrictions apply).
  • Join in January for $1 (kickstart offer).
  • Summer specials, Black Friday “Roll the Dice” deals, college student return for $89.
  • Referral programs: Free month for bringing a member.
  • Financial assistance available; visit membership pages for full rates and insurance discounts.

Location & Hours

• Address: 7101 53rd St, Kenosha, WI 53144 (Google Maps link provided for directions).
• Phone: (262) 654-9622.
• Operating Hours:
  • Monday – Friday: 5:00am – 9:00pm
  • Saturday: 6:00am – 5:00pm
  • Sunday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Holiday hours vary; check the dedicated Hours page.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: As a nonprofit, the Kenosha YMCA prioritizes community impact over profit, offering scholarships, free programs for underserved families, and initiatives like water safety education and leadership awards. It’s more than a gym—it’s a hub for life-changing programs (e.g., Achievers for youth development, Tri My Best triathlon for kids). Recent recognitions include Kenosha County 2024 Winner and Best of Kenosha 2025. Strong sponsor support from local businesses enhances offerings. Download the YMCA360 app for extended access, and explore schedules/news for seasonal events like My Y Week and Fall Fest.