Y Academy in University Hills

With more than 2,600 YMCA is one of the largest nonprofit community service organizations in America that works to meet the health and human service needs of more than 20 million men, women and children in nearly 10,000 communities. YMCAs are at the heart of community life since 42 million families and 72 million households are located within three miles of a YMCA. YMCA stands for Young Men's Christian Association. From its start more than 150 years ago, when George Williams founded the YMCA as a substitute Bible study and prayer for life on the streets, the YMCA was unusual because it crossed the lines that separated all the different social classes in England. YMCAs offer its members a variety of programs that include adventure guides, aquatics, arts and humanities, camping, child care, community development, family, health and fitness, older adults, SCUBA, sports and teen leadership. YMCA has a location in Denver.

In operation for more than 75 years, the Westport Weston Family Y is a nonprofit organization. The organization specializes in youth and community development programs. It conducts swimming lessons for children and adults. It offers a range of recreational and cultural activities that includes art, music and dance. The Westport Weston Family Y supports a variety of sports activities, such as basketball, golf, racquetball, soccer, badminton and volleyball. The organization also conducts yoga, aerobics and karate classes. It offers child care services to children up to the age of 5. In addition, the organization specializes in health and fitness programs. The Westport Weston Family Y is located in Westport, Conn.