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What’s Happening at the YMCA This June & July
Summer Camp, Swim Lessons, Family Fitness & More
Summer Starts at the Y
Summer is heating up at the YMCA of Reading & Berks County, and there’s something happening for every age, stage, and schedule. From summer camp and swim lessons to water safety, Les Mills launches, senior events, youth programs, and family fun, June and July are full of ways to stay active, connected, and part of the Y community.
Whether you’re looking for a safe place for your child to grow, a new class to try, a way to stay moving, or a reason to get the whole family out of the house, the Y is ready for you this summer.
Together, We’re Building a Stronger Y for All
At the YMCA of Reading & Berks County, legacy is built by the people who choose to show up for their community.
This year’s Breakfast of Champions for Youth was a powerful reminder that a legacy is not only what we leave behind. It is what we choose to build right now.
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, guests, volunteers, and friends of the Y, the 2026 Breakfast of Champions for Youth has raised more than $115,000 so far for our Annual Support Campaign. Special thanks to our extraordinary Annual Support Legacy Partners in 2026: Dorothy M. Haas Charitable Fund and M&T Bank.
The incredible community support helps the Y continue showing up for children, families, teens, seniors, and neighbors across Berks County. It helps open doors to camp, child care, wellness programs, connection, mentorship, and support when people need it most.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make this year’s event meaningful, but the work continues. When you give to the Y, you help create a stronger, healthier, more connected community.
That is what it means to Live Your Y. Leave Your Legacy.
Want to see more from this year’s event? Read the full Breakfast of Champions for Youth recap and see how our community is turning generosity into lasting impact.
LesMills Luau Launch Week at Sinking Spring Y
Get ready to bring the energy because LesMills Luau Launch Week is coming to the Sinking Spring YMCA! From July 20–27, members can catch brand-new LesMills releases, fresh music, new moves, and tropical launch-week fun during regularly scheduled LesMills classes.
Grab your Hawaiian shirt, jump into a class, and try something new. Each class brings a little extra island-style energy, so stop in when you can and celebrate launch week with your Y community.
Free for members and $13 for non-members – bring a friend!
There’s Still Time to Join the Fun at the Best Summer Camp in Berks
Summer camp is almost here, and there’s still time for kids to jump into a season full of fun, friendship, adventure, and confidence at the Y’s award-winning summer camp.
YMCA Summer Day Camp serves children from 5-12 years-old with full and half-day program options across Berks County. Camp runs June 8 through August 21. Campers will experience themed weeks, field trips, pool or water days, STEAM activities, outdoor games, creative projects, and plenty of screen-free time to just be a kid.
Every week gives campers something new to look forward to. Families can choose the weeks that work best for their summer schedule, but spots can fill quickly, so now is the time to register.
Summer Is Coming: Build Water Confidence with Swim Lessons at the Reading Y
Summer is around the corner, and we all know what that means: pool days, splash pads, vacations, and kids begging to be in the water every chance they get.
Swim lessons at the Reading YMCA help children build confidence, learn important water safety skills, and feel more comfortable in and around the pool. Whether your child is just getting started or ready to keep growing their skills, lessons are a great way to help them enjoy summer safely.
Give your child the chance to feel stronger, safer, and more confident in the water this season.
Plan Ahead for the 2026–27 School Year
School may feel far away, but fall schedules fill up fast. Start planning now for your family to explore YMCA early learning, Pre-K Counts, and before and after school care options for the 2026–27 school year.
Pre-K & Early Learning
Give your child a strong start with YMCA early learning and Pre-K Counts programs. Our child care programs help children build confidence, routines, social skills, and school readiness in a safe, caring environment.
Before & After School Care
Make the school year easier with school age child care that gives kids a safe place to learn, play, and connect before and after the school day. Space can fill quickly, so families should plan ahead.
Family Movie Nights are back at the Y
Family Movie Nights are back, giving families an easy, fun way to spend time together this summer.
June and July movies include
- Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu on Friday, June 5
- Toy Story 5 on Friday, July 3.
Both movies begin at 6:30 PM at Reading Movies 11 & IMAX.
Seats are limited and registration is required at least 24 hours before each movie night. RSVP today to save your spot.
Headlines, Highlights, and Spotlights
Read our community spotlights, news, blogs, and stories that have been highlighted by media or recognized for local impact.
Ken Borkey Jr. Named President & CEO of the YMCA of Reading & Berks County
The YMCA of Reading & Berks County has welcomed Ken Borkey Jr. as President & CEO. A longtime Y leader with nearly 15 years of service, Ken brings deep knowledge of our programs, staff, members, and community partnerships as he helps guide the Y into its next chapter.
Reading Y Swim Team Makes History at YMCA National Championships
Sixteen Reading Y athletes represented Berks County on a national stage, earning historic wins and showing what hard work, teamwork, and Y community support can make possible.
Mission Moments: Cazden’s Y
Cazden’s story is a powerful reminder that the Y is more than a place to swim, play, or work out. It is a place where families find support, connection, and community when they need it most.
The Y is more than a gym; it’s your place to connect, grow, and belong. Stay close, stay active, and stay part of something bigger.
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Holiday Hours on July 4
Closed: Adamstown Y, Mifflin Y, Reading Y & Tri Valley Y
Open w/ Modified Hours: Sinking Spring Y open 7 AM – Noon | Group Fitness Pop-up Classes, No Child Watch
| Save | the Date |
|---|---|
6/2 | Mifflin YMCA Senior Flip Flop Frenzy |
6/17 | |
7/20 - 7/27 | LesMills Luau Week at Sinking Spring YMCA |
7/22 |
