Welcome to the YMCA of Reading & Berks County

Y Programs & Events You Wont Want to Miss

7th & 8th Grade Boys Intramural Basketball League

A fun, low-pressure league for 7th and 8th grade boys who want to stay on the court and keep building their skills. Weekly games, real competition, and a supportive environment that keeps them active and playing the sport they love. Learn more and register.

Kids’ Night Out at Sinking Spring Y

A fun Winter Wonderland themed Kids Night Out January 9th with snowball games, winter crafts, and cozy hot chocolate. Give your kids a night of snow much fun while you enjoy an evening to yourself. Join the fun. 

100 Mile Swim Challenge for 2026

Looking for a fresh fitness challenge for 2026? Swim your way to 100 miles at your own pace and stay active with a low-impact workout that builds endurance. Set big goals, enjoy a little friendly competition, and earn bragging rights. Start the challenge.

Strengthening Community, One Family at a Time

At the YMCA of Reading & Berks County, we’re more than just a fitness center, we’re a trusted community hub committed to healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. Since 1857, we’ve proudly served families across Reading, Fleetwood, Sinking Spring, and surrounding communities with programs that uplift, inspire, and support every stage of life.

Whether you’re exploring preschool and childcare, youth swim lessons, summer camps, or group fitness classes in Berks County, the Y is here to help you and your family grow stronger together.

This is where your legacy begins.

At the Y, membership means more than fitness. It means you belong. As a member of the Y, you are part of the transformative work we do to strengthen the community. We offer memberships that help you connect with your community and achieve your goals. Find Your Y.

Tell Us What You Think, Share a Review, Join the Conversation

Whether you’ve been with us for years or just joined, we want to hear from you! Leave a review, complete the member survey, connect on social, and sign up for Y eNews. Click here to share your voice and get connected.

What’s Happening This Fall at the Y:

Fall Programs, After-School Care, Events & Family Fun in Berks

Fall at the YMCA of Reading & Berks County brings exciting opportunities for families to stay active, connected, and supported. Our fall programs include affordable after-school care, youth sports, enrichment activities, and seasonal fitness classes. We also offer family-friendly events like fall festivals, Halloween celebrations, and fitness challenges that bring our Berks County community together.

Whether you’re looking for child care, healthy activities, or free local events, the YMCA is your go-to destination for fall fun in Reading, Sinking Spring, Mifflin, Tri Valley, and Adamstown.

Check out our Program Guide for more information on everything at the Y!
Best Summer Camp in Berks County

We are honored to be named a Best in Berks winner for 2025. Thank you to our members, families, and community for trusting the Y to be part of your journey every day.

Because at the Y, you are the why.

Whether you’re giving time, money, or a helping hand, you’re part of something bigger. You are Y. 

Your support makes it possible for us to say yes to families who need help, yes to teens seeking a safe space, and yes to children who deserve a strong start. Our Annual Giving Campaign fuels essential, life-changing programs like affordable childcare, youth development, summer camps, swim safety, and community wellness initiatives across Reading, Fleetwood, Sinking Spring, and beyond. The Y is more than a place. It is a purpose.

Want to know what your gift really means? The stories say it all. Read how the YMCA has changed lives in Berks County.