For more than 165 years, the Scioto Valley YMCA has been a place where Ross and Pike County families come together. From our branches in Chillicothe and Waverly, we help kids learn to swim, give parents quality child care they can trust, keep seniors active and connected, and support neighbors on every step of their health journey. When you join the Y, you’re not just joining a gym. You’re strengthening the community you call home. And no one is turned away because of an inability to pay: financial assistance is available for memberships and programs, so ask us how. Join the Y and help us build a Y for ALL.

BE HEALTHY. BE STRONG. BELONG. AT THE SCIOTO VALLEY YMCA

LIVE HEALTHY

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LEARN & GROW

"I have been coming here my whole life. It is one of the best things about Chillicothe." - Cristina D. (Google Review)

"We love the YMCA, and we get so much out of our family membership! We've attended for group fitness classes, exercising, child watch (while we exercise), preschool/summer camp/day care, swimming lessons, athletics, and so much more. The YMCA of Ross County is more than a gym - it is an all-in-one, family-friendly go-to for us and others in our community!" - Alicia S. (Google Review)

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High-quality child care for toddlers, preschool, pre-K, and school aged children, led by credentialed teachers and staff.

CHILD CARE

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A variety of programs for families, kids, teens, and adults.

SWIM

WELLNESS

SPORTS

Gymnastics

Recreational and competitive tumbling, gymnastics, and cheer all at the YMCA.

GYMNASTICS

FEATURED PROGRAMS

Gymnastics Lessons

Sign up now for gymnastics lessons for children of all ages. From beginner classes to programs that prepare a child to compete at local, regional or national tournaments.

GYMNASTICS

After School Care

We offer after-school child care programs at Chillicothe Primary School, Southeastern, and the Pike County YMCA. Learn more or connect with our staff below.

AFTER SCHOOL

Livestrong @ the Y

All cancer survivors are eligible for this 12-week program that provides strengthening, group emotional support, and learning to help support recovery. Registration is open for our next class now.

LIVESTRONG

OVER 165 YEARS OF SERVING OUR COMMUNITIES

Welcome! The Y brings people from all backgrounds, experiences, hopes, and dreams together in an environment that supports the growth of our entire community. We do this in several ways.

We are values centered. By that, I mean that we are led by Christian principles that call us to be supportive, nurturing, caring, and respectful of all persons. We seek first to understand in everything we do and help where we are able. We are inclusive. We work with a wide range of groups and organizations in our community to ensure we’re meeting the need. Whether the need is supporting addiction recovery or creating deeper family engagement, reclaiming health or running a marathon, we have tools and resources to assist people on their journey.

Everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive at the YMCA. Stop into one of our locations and see how we can support you on your journey.

- Steve Clever, Chief Executive Officer, Scioto Valley YMCA

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