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YMCA, Asheville City Schools, Buncombe County Schools Partner for Summer Meals

More students will receive free, nutritious meals throughout the summer thanks to a partnership with the YMCA of WNC, Asheville City Schools, and Buncombe County Schools.

Patton Pool opens for Summer 2019

Get ready to make a splash this summer at Patton Pool, which opens to the public on Saturday, May 25.

Ensure Your Children Know How to Stay Safe Around Water

During National Water Safety Month (and throughout the year) the YMCA of Western North Carolina offers Safety Around Water, a free program designed to engage and educate parents about the importance of water safety skills and provide more of America's youth access to water safety lessons.

YMCA of WNC Wants to Awaken Summer Imagination at Annual Healthy Kids Day

On Saturday, April 27, the YMCA of Western North Carolina is hosting three community events to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active. Healthy Kids Day is the YMCA's annual national initiative to improve health and well-being for kids and families.

Build Confidence in the Kitchen

Spring produce is finally in season! In this hands-on cooking class, you will work with other participants to make recipes that use fresh produce in season.

CFWNC Awards YMCA $40K Grant to Combat Food Insecurity

The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) has recognized the YMCA of Western North Carolina for its efforts to improve food security with a $40,000 focus area grant.

Summer 2019 Program Guide

The Summer 2019 Program Guide is here! Take a look and check out the various programs, exercise classes, and community events that we'll be offering this summer.

Ensuring You A Worry-Free Workout

As a service to our families, the YMCA provides free, on-site child care in the Youth Development Center and Kids Zone for YMCA members with household memberships while they are using the facility.

Get in the Game at the Y

Get in the Game with this spring member team-based challenge! Winners get a T-shirt, a special prize, and eternal glory.

A Date with Dad

Join us for a Father-Daughter Dance on Friday, Feb. 15 at the Corpening Memorial Y.

Join us for a Healthy Aging Fad Diet Workshop

The Corpening Memorial YMCA is excited to announce a new workshop for members who are looking for guidance as we enter a new year full of resolutions, temptations, and crazy diets.

Give it Your Best Shot with McDowell United

The Corpening Memorial YMCA is the proud home of the McDowell United Soccer team. This is an advanced team with a focus on skill development and conditioning designed to prepare kids to play at the middle and high school level and beyond.