YMCA of Reading & Berks County – Where Community Meets Wellness

The Y is your local hub for health, fitness, and community engagement. With five convenient locations across Adamstown, Mifflin, Reading, Sinking Spring, and Tri Valley, we offer more than just a gym—we provide a supportive environment where individuals and families thrive.

Why Choose the Y?

  • Comprehensive Fitness Facilities: Access state-of-the-art equipment, group exercise classes, and a free fitness orientation.
  • Aquatic Programs: Enjoy our swimming pools for lap swimming, family fun, and swim lessons.
  • Youth Development: Engage your children in enriching programs, including summer camps, after-school care, and youth sports.
  • Community Events: Participate in events like Marsh Madness and Healthy Kids Day, fostering connections and fun.
  • Financial Assistance: Through our Open Door Scholarship Program, we ensure that financial constraints don’t hinder your access to our services.

Got two minutes? That’s all it takes to fill out our quick membership survey and get entered to win $25 in Y Bucks. Use them for literally anything at the Y, programming, swim lessons, camp, you name it.

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Membership benefits include access to all five branches and nationwide YMCA facilities.

Community Standards – YMCA membership comes with more than access; it comes with shared values. All members agree to follow our Member Code of Conduct to help keep our facilities safe, respectful, and welcoming for everyone. It’s how we build a stronger, kinder community, together.

Santa is ready and dressed for summer- Christmas in July at Reading YMCA

Christmas in July

Friday, July 25 | 5-8 PM

Reading YMCA Walnut Street Lot

Celebrate summer with a festive twist at our Christmas in July event! Enjoy holiday-themed games, crafts, music, and a special visit from Santa!

  • Snowball (Water Balloon) Fight
  • Dunk Tank
  • Tie-Dye Station
  • Open Gym
  • Inflatables
  • Christmas Ornament Spin Art
  • Door Prizes

Membership Magic:

More Than Just a Gym

YMCA staff greeting members at the welcome center desk.

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Did you know Y members get a discount on New Beginnings services? Experience how massage can help to relieve your symptoms and heal your mind, body, and spirit with New Beginnings Massage. Learn more or stop in at the location in the Sinking Spring YMCA.

Membership Benefits

  • Membership access to all health & wellness centers, five local branches
  • Access to 105 branches in PA
  • Access to over 10,000 branches nationally
  • Free access to 250 acres of trails for hiking at South Mountain YMCA
  • Racquetball court at the Reading Branch
  • Swimming pool at Reading Branch – Open Swim
  • Indoor tennis courts (3) at Sinking Spring Branch
  • Pickleball at all locations- Sinking Spring has two dedicated courts and four additional courts set up for a total of six courts.
  • Cardio, free weights, and strength equipment at five branches
  • Community rooms
  • Access and discounts to cooking and nutrition classes
  • Virtual Y training
  • Personal Training- access and discounts for individuals and small groups
  • And so much more