Spencer Family YMCA
8AM-4PM Closed July 4th
Branch Hours
| Mon - Thu | 6AM-9PM |
| Fri | 6AM-7PM |
| Sat | 8AM-4PM Closed July 4th |
| Sun | 9AM-5PM |
Become a member of the Spencer Family YMCA and step into a place built for families, connection, and healthy living today and for the future. Serving Bethel Park and the South Hills, the Y is more than a gym. It’s where neighbors come together, kids build confidence, and families create lifelong healthy habits.
When you join the Spencer Family YMCA, you’re not just choosing wellness you’re investing in your community. You’re supporting a Y that strengthens families, supports children and teens, encourages healthy aging, and creates opportunities for everyone to belong and thrive.
Join now. Be part of a community that grows together.
Help shape the future of the Spencer Family YMCA.
| Adult Membership One adult | $66 |
| Adult Duo Two adults in same household With our Duo (27-64 years old) | $94 |
| Household +1 One adult and their dependents up to age 24. | $91 |
| Household +2 Two adult and their dependents up to age 24. | $111 |
| Household +3 Three adult and their dependents up to age 24. | $141 |
| Household +4 Four adult and their dependents up to age 24. | $174 |
| Senior Adult (65+) Membership, individuals aged 65 and older | $46 |
| Senior Duo (65+) Membership, you and a chosen partner aged 65 and older | $64 |
| Teen Teen (13-19) | $47 |
| Young Adult Young Adult (20-26) | $49 |
SilverSneakers accepted at this location - please visit the Welcome Center for membership options.
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Fall Programs Are Here at the Spencer Family YMCA!
This fall, discover why the Spencer Family YMCA is Butler County's destination for family fun, youth sports, aquatics, and healthy living! Whether you're making a splash in the pool, learning to skate, hitting the hockey rink, joining a Cavaliers basketball program, or working toward your wellness goals, there's something for every age and every stage of life.
From infants to active older adults, the Spencer Family YMCA offers programs that help you stay active, learn new skills, and connect with your community.
Fall registration opens August 10th, and many of our most popular programs fill quickly.
Swim Lessons & Aquatics
Whether you're introducing your little one to the water or refining competitive swim strokes, the Spencer Family YMCA has an aquatics program for everyone.
Swim Lessons Available
Parent & Child (6 months–3 years)
- Water Discovery & Water Exploration
Preschool Swim Lessons (Ages 3–5)
- Water Acclimation
- Water Movement
- Water Stamina
School-Age Swim Lessons (Ages 5–12)
- Levels 1–6
- Water Acclimation
- Water Movement
- Water Stamina
- Stroke Introduction
- Stroke Development
- Stroke Mechanics
Spencer Masters Swim Team
Adult swimmers looking to improve endurance, technique, and fitness are invited to join our Masters Swim program.
With morning, evening, and weekend classes available, there's a swim lesson for every schedule.
Youth Sports
Build confidence, learn teamwork, and have fun all season long!
Cleveland Cavaliers Youth Basketball
In partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers, young athletes develop basketball fundamentals while learning teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Cavalittles (Ages 4–7)
- Jr. Cavs (Ages 8–12)
NFL FLAG Football
- Ages 5–8
- Ages 9–12
Players learn football fundamentals in a fun, non-contact league designed for every skill level.
Sports Sampler
Ages 3–6
Perfect for young athletes who want to try a variety of sports while building coordination and confidence.
Hockey & Ice Sports
Only at the Spencer Family YMCA!
Dek Hockey
Ages 5–13
Learn the fundamentals of hockey while building teamwork, coordination, and confidence.
Give Hockey a Shot
New to hockey? This beginner-friendly program introduces children to the sport in a fun and supportive environment.
Learn to Ice Skate
Tot Learn to Skate (Ages 3–6)
Help your little one develop balance, confidence, and skating fundamentals on the ice.
Dance
Dance Combination Class
Young dancers will explore movement, rhythm, coordination, and creativity while building confidence in a fun and encouraging environment.
Healthy Living
Take your wellness to the next level with programs designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and reach your goals.
Personal Training
Customized one-on-one fitness coaching with flexible:
- 30-minute sessions
- 60-minute sessions
- 4, 8, or 12-session packages
Small Group Training
- Couch to 5K
- Women on Weights
Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic
Learn the fundamentals of one of America's fastest-growing sports while meeting new friends and staying active.
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA
The LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA program is a free, 12-week wellness program designed specifically for adult cancer survivors. Participants safely rebuild strength, endurance, flexibility, and confidence while finding encouragement through a supportive community.
Veterans Wellness Initiative
The Spencer Family YMCA proudly supports local veterans through programs that promote physical health, mental wellness, and community connection.
Our Veteran's Wellness Initiative provides opportunities for veterans to improve their overall well-being while building meaningful relationships with fellow participants.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your next birthday at the Y!
Our Splash Parties provide a fun, active, and memorable celebration with plenty of pool time for kids and stress-free planning for parents.
Family Events
There's always something happening at the Spencer Family YMCA!
This fall, join us for:
- First Responder Appreciation Stair Climb & Recruitment Event
- Halloween at the Y
- Vitalant Blood Drive
- Parent's Night Out
- Spencer Golf Outing
These events bring families and our community together while celebrating wellness, service, and fun.
Become a Group Fitness Instructor
Interested in leading group exercise classes?
The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh's Group Fitness Certifications & Workshops provide the education and training needed to inspire others through fitness.
Upcoming Workshops
- September 26–27
- October 10
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Health & Wellness Center
Our wellness spaces are designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and accessible for all experience levels. Whether you’re starting a new fitness journey, maintaining an active lifestyle, or looking for low-impact ways to stay healthy, the Sampson Family YMCA provides a supportive environment where individuals and families can move with confidence.
Group Exercise Classes
Group exercise classes bring energy, motivation, and connection to wellness at the Y. Led by certified instructors, our classes are designed to meet members where they are offering options that are challenging, approachable, and adaptable.
Class offerings may include:
Strength and conditioning
Cardio and dance-based fitness
Yoga and mind-body classes
Low-impact and functional movement
Group exercise at the Spencer Family YMCA is about moving together, supporting one another, and making wellness a shared experience.
Small Group Training
Small Group Training offers the perfect balance of personalized coaching and group motivation. Participants work alongside others with similar goals while receiving expert instruction in a supportive setting.
These sessions focus on building strength, improving endurance, increasing mobility, and creating consistency making them ideal for members who want structure, accountability, and community.
Personal Training
Personal training at the Sampson Family YMCA provides individualized coaching tailored to your goals, fitness level, and lifestyle. Our certified trainers work with adults and teens to create safe, effective programs focused on:
Strength and conditioning
Weight management
Functional fitness
Injury prevention and mobility
Personal training is designed to help you feel stronger, more confident, and supported every step of the way.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING
Summer Day Camp
Summer Day Camp at the Spencer Family YMCA offers kids in Bethel Park and the South Hills a fun, active, and enriching summer experience close to home. Campers enjoy a balanced mix of outdoor play, swimming, games, creative activities, and team-building experiences all led by caring, trained YMCA staff. Designed to build confidence, friendships, and independence, our camp provides a safe and supportive environment where kids can explore new interests, stay active, and create lasting memories all summer long.
Before & After School Care
Our Before & After School Care program will support working families by providing a safe, structured, and engaging place for children outside of school hours. With time for homework help, physical activity, and hands-on enrichment, this program helps kids start and end their school day feeling supported, connected, and ready to learn.
KidZone (Child Watch)
KidZone gives parents peace of mind while they focus on their own wellness. This short-term childcare offering allows children to play, create, and socialize in a welcoming space supervised by caring YMCA staff—making it easier for families to prioritize healthy habits together.
AQUATICS
AQUATICS CENTER
Besides being great exercise and a challenging sport, swimming is a life skill. The Spencer Family YMCA indoor and outdoor pools offer swim lessons of all kinds for all ages family swim, competitive swim teams, and many types of adaptive-swim programs for kids and adults with special needs. We want everybody to be safe while they enjoy the pleasures of being around and in the water.
Youth Swim Lessons
Youth swim lessons will focus on water safety, skill development, and confidence-building for swimmers of all levels. Led by certified YMCA instructors, lessons are designed to meet kids where they are helping beginners learn the basics while supporting more advanced swimmers as they refine technique and build endurance in a safe, encouraging environment.
Lap Lane Swimming
Lap lane swimming provides members with dedicated time and space for individual aquatic exercise. Whether you’re training for fitness, rehabilitation, or stress relief, our lap lanes offer a low-impact, full-body workout option in a clean, welcoming aquatic setting.
SENIOR POGRAMMING
Senior Health & Wellness
Active Living for Older Adults
The Spencer Family YMCA is committed to helping older adults stay active, independent, and connected. Our senior health and wellness offerings focus on physical strength, balance, mobility, and social connection — all essential to healthy aging.
Programs may include:
Low-impact fitness and strength classes
Balance and fall-prevention programs
Group exercise designed specifically for older adults
Social and wellness opportunities that foster connection and purpose
At the Y, seniors find more than fitness — they find community, encouragement, and a place to belong.
MEMBERSHIP POLICIES
At the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, our membership policies are designed to create a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for everyone who walks through our doors. These guidelines help ensure fairness, clarity, and a positive experience for all members, guests, and staff. We encourage you to review the information below so you can make the most of your YMCA membership.
Ready to learn more? View our Member Handbook for complete details on policies, guidelines, and everything you need to know to make the most of your YMCA membership.
STAFF
Blaine Warfield | Executive Director | bwarfield@ymcapgh.org
Rebecca Needles | Membership Director | rneedles@ymcapgh.org
Sarah Knight | Healthy Living Director | sknight@ymcapgh.org
Shannon Good | Youth and Family Program Director | sgood@ymcapgh.org
Stacey Lucidore | Aquatics Director | slucidore@ymcapgh.org
Nate Jox | Property Director | njox@ymcapgh.org
Dennis Fleming | Ice Hockey Director | dfleming@ymcapgh.org
IMPACT
Our Impact in the South Hills
The Spencer Family YMCA exists to meet real needs in the South Hills communities. Through accessible programs, family-focused services, and a welcoming environment, we strive to remove barriers and create opportunities for everyone to thrive.
When you join the Y, you’re not just investing in your own health you’re supporting:
Stronger families
Healthier kids
More connected neighborhoods
A community where everyone belongs
Together, we’re building a healthier South Hills community one family at a time.
KidsZone at the Spencer Family YMCA
KidsZone at the Spencer Family YMCA offers a supervised play space that keeps kids engaged and smiling while parents take time to focus on their health and well-being. With a focus on safety, inclusion, and fun, KidsZone helps make every YMCA visit easier for families.
Kids Zone (Ages 6 months-6years)
Monday-Saturday: 9AM-1PM
Monday-Thursday: 4:30-7:30PM
90-Minute Time Limit
TOUR THE SPENCER FAMILY YMCA
Amenities at the Spencer Family YMCA
- Multi-purpose gymnasium (open)
- State-of-the-art fitness (open)
- Handicap accessible equipment (open)
- Free weights (open)
- Exercise bikes (open)
- Treadmills (open)
- Stair climbers (open)
- Elliptical machines (open)
- Group exercise classes (open)
- Group cycling (open)
- Personal training (open)
- Indoor pool (open)
- Locker rooms (open)
- Child watch (open)
- Before / after school enrichment (open)
- Volunteer opportunities (open)
- Swim lessons (open)
- Meeting rooms (open)
- Strength/cardio equipment (open)
- Family pool/splash pad (open)