Massillon Family YMCA

Overview

The Massillon Family YMCA is a comprehensive community fitness and recreation center located in downtown Massillon, Ohio, offering a family-friendly environment with a focus on health, wellness, and youth development. While not exclusively a sauna facility, it features saunas in adults-only locker rooms, providing a relaxing spa-like amenity alongside extensive fitness and aquatic options. The overall atmosphere is welcoming, energetic, and community-oriented, emphasizing positive experiences for all ages through programs, open recreation, and family support services. Members enjoy access to modern equipment, group activities, and special events like swimming cinema nights, fostering a sense of belonging and healthy living.

Features & Amenities

• 25-meter swimming pool with 6 lanes and a deep end for lap swimming, open swim, and programs
• Fitness center equipped with cardio machines, strength training equipment, free weights, and more
• Full-court basketball gymnasium for open gym and sports
• 2 racquetball courts for individual or group play
• Adults-only locker rooms featuring saunas, cardio equipment, and televisions for relaxation and recovery
• Family changing rooms for convenience
• Free charging lockers for mobile devices
• Aerobics/group exercise studio with scheduled classes (e.g., SilverSneakers® Splash, Hit Hop)
• Game room for casual fun
• Child watch playroom (free for members’ children aged 6 weeks to 10 years, with specific hours and 2-hour daily limit)
• Gymnastics center for youth programs
• Licensed school-age child care including before/after school, days off, and summer camps

Additional perks include one membership for two locations (Massillon Family YMCA and Towpath Trail YMCA), nationwide YMCA usage, and 24/7 access to Towpath Trail Fitness Center for eligible adult members.

Services

• Aquatics: Lap/open swim schedules, swim team (Gators), lessons, water fitness classes (e.g., SilverSneakers® Splash)
• Group exercise classes: Variety including strength, cardio, water aerobics (schedules available online/PDF)
• Youth programs: Gymnastics, instructional basketball, swim team, child care, summer camps
• Fitness & wellness: Personal training implied via equipment/studios, open gym basketball/racquetball
• Community events: Members-only swimming cinema (e.g., holiday movies in the pool), food drives
• Child watch: Free supervised playroom during specified hours for members
• Registration: Online via Daxko, welcome center, or phone for programs/lessons

Schedules vary daily (e.g., lap swim 6AM-9:30AM, open gym 6AM-8:20PM); check Facebook or site for updates.

Pricing

• Specific pricing details are not available in the provided content.
• Memberships offer value with dual-location access, nationwide reciprocity, and discounts (application form available).
• Some services like swim team noted as ($) (fee-based); child watch is free for members.
• Refer to website for membership guide, discount applications, or contact (330) 837-5116.

Location & Hours

• Address: 131 Tremont Ave SE, Massillon, OH 44646 (downtown, 2 blocks south of Lincoln Way)
• Google Maps: Link
• Phone: (330) 837-5116
• Facility Hours:
  • Monday - Thursday: 6am - 8:30pm
  • Friday: 6am - 7pm
  • Saturday: 7am - 2pm
  • Sunday: 11am - 2pm (often closed starting June)
• Closed major holidays (Easter, Memorial Day, etc.). Follow Facebook for specials.
• Child Watch Hours (effective 6/1/2024): Mornings (Tue/Thu/Fri 8:45am-11am, Sat 8:45am-12pm); Evenings (Mon/Wed/Thu 5pm-7:30pm, Tue 5pm-8:30pm).

Notes

• Unique aspects: Saunas provide a dedicated adult relaxation space amid family-focused amenities, ideal for post-workout recovery. Dual-YMCA access and 24/7 fitness option set it apart. Strong emphasis on community (e.g., swim team achievements, free events, partnerships like SARTA transit). YMCA360 app for schedules/bookings. Schedules subject to change; download PDFs or use GroupEx Pro. Perfect for families seeking affordable, all-in-one wellness with spa-like sauna perks in a non-commercial, mission-driven setting.