YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an inclusive association of people committed to a common effort to help individuals and families reach their fullest potential in terms of spirit, mind, and body. Founded locally in 1852, the YMCA is committed to significantly expanding a fiscally sound, service delivery organization which delivers high quality, market driven services to a growing Western New York constituency.
We welcome you to join us at the 3rd Annual Buffalo Wellfest in the Terrace Room to learn more about the extensive offerings your local YMCA has to offer your entire family!
YMCA Camp/Youth Activities
Your youngster will enjoy hands on activities in our YMCA Camp and Youth Activity Area. Children will learn camp songs, play carnival games, have their face painted, make arts and crafts and more! While they’re having fun, parents can learn more about the wide variety of Camp offerings the YMCA has including YMCA Day Camp, YMCA Resident Camp Weona, and YMCA Camp Tahigwa! YMCA Camps are located throughout Erie, Niagara, Wyoming, and Genesee Counties, ensuring there is a YMCA camp near you! Ideal for children ages 5-15, YMCA camps offer safe, convenient, and engaging experiences for your children where they will make friends that last a lifetime. Be sure to stop by the YMCA Camp area when you’re in the Terrace Room!
YMCA Preschool Activities
An interactive area that is sure to get your child’s creative juices flowing is the YMCA Preschool Activity Area. Children will engage in dramatic play, arts, and discovery activities while parents can speak to staff about the YMCA’s Preschool offerings. Ideal for children ages 2-5 years old, YMCA preschool programs help develop your child’s self-esteem, communication skills, and group interaction. Children explore colors, shapes, numbers and sounds through music, art and dramatic play. To learn more about YMCA Preschool Programming, visit our activity area in the Terrace Room.
YMCA Membership/Programming
From fitness classes and swim lessons to school age child care and camp, senior programming, to personal training, dance lessons to childwatch - there is something for everyone at your local YMCA. YMCA representatives will be on hand at the YMCA Membership/Programming area to show you the wide variety of programs we have to offer and talk to you about the many benefits of becoming a YMCA member! Stop by the YMCA area located in the Terrace room for a virtual tour!
YMCA Fitness
The YMCA is not your typical fitness facility. At the YMCA you’ll meet new friends, try a group fitness class, work with a personal trainer to reach your fitness goals, take swim lessons and more all in a friendly and un-intimidating environment. To learn more about our wellness offerings visit with YMCA certified fitness instructors at the YMCA Fitness Area in the Terrace Room. The YMCA will also be hosting fitness demonstrations in the Golden Ballroom including Group Cycling, Zumba, Cardio Kickboxing, and our family based Growing Up Fitness program.
YMCA Buffalo Niagara Locations:
- Delaware Family YMCA - 2564 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, NY 14216
- Ellicott-Masten Family YMCA - 585 William St. Buffalo, NY 14206
- Ken-Ton Family YMCA - 535 Belmont Ave. Kenmore, NY 14223
- Northeast Family YMCA - 4433 Main St., Amherst, NY 14226
- Southtowns Family YMCA - 1620 Southwestern Blvd., West Seneca, NY 14224
- Lancaster Family YMCA - 5 West Main St., Lancaster, NY 14086
- Niagara Falls Family YMCA - 1317 Portage Road, Niagara Falls NY 14301
- YMCA Camp Tahigwa - 2432 Richley Road, Corfu, NY 14036
- YMCA Camp Weona - 4025 Poplar Tree Rd., Gainesville, NY 14066
Imagine the Impact that the YMCA has made on children, families, adults, and seniors who rely on the YMCA on a daily basis. Please consider contributing to the 2009 Strong Kids Campaign. To learn more about how you can make an impact at the YMCA visit us online at www.ymcabuffaloniagara.org