Indoor Pool Outdoor Pool Double Gymnasium Steam Room and Sauna Fitness Center with new, state-of-the-art equipment 3 Racquetball/Handball Courts Indoor Running/Walking Track Sand Volleyball Court Youth and Adult Locker Rooms KidZone Nursery Meeting Rooms
We welcome all individuals. We invite people with disabilities who need accommodations for programs and facilities to please call Marci Guckeyson at the Eastern YMCA.
News
YMCA/JCC education and care - flexible, affordable and close to home At the YMCA and JCC, families tell us what's important for their kids - and we listen. They want safe, affordable programs, flexible hours, educational activities, convenient locations close to home, and they want their children to have a good time. The YMCA/JCC early education and afterschool adventure programs offer all of this and more for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Enroll your children by September 6 and save up to $100.
STAYCATION SENSATIONS: Summer Fun at the Eastern Y July 29: Float Your Boat Night 6:00 - 8:00 pm Kids bring your parents for a whale of a good time! Prizes awarded for design, durability and speed. Materials will be provided.
July 31: Parents VS Kids Kickball 6:00-8:00 pm Bring it on! After rousing games of kickball we'll enjoy an Ice Cream Sundae Bar.
August 12: East YMCA Fair Day 6:00 - 8:00 pm Families can enjoy fun fair things such as face painting, popcorn, games of chance and more.
August 14: Slide our of Summer 6:00 - 8:00 pm Join us for 1 last water slide festival! The Cyclone Slide, slip and slide, and outdoor pool slides will be available!
MORE SPECIAL EVENTS:
August 1: Share the Magic: Family Fun Night. 6:00 - 9:00 pm Magician Mike Catanzarito performs from 7-8 pm. Water slides, outdoor pool, sand volleyball, field games, bounce house, fair food and more! All FREE for all families in our community!
August 4-8: Power Lab Vacation Bible School: 6:00 - 8:30 pm Children age 4 through 5th grade. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the New Harvest Christian Church, Ashland Church, East Christian Church, Grace Community Church and Faith United Methodist Church. Children participate in songs, crafts, snacks, games and more tghrough this action packed week learning about God's awesome power. All activities will be held at the East YMCA. Questions and Registration? Contact Member Services at Eastern Y: at 419-691-3523.
August 10: Member Appreciation Picnic: 12 noon - 3 pm Join us for our 3rd Annual member appreciation picnic. The East Y will provide the hotdogs, buns, condiments, paper goods and drinks. Members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share. RSVP to Members Services by August 8th by calling 419-691-3523. Other activities will include family games and swimming!
Outdoor pools open for season Staying close to home this summer? Spend your vacation with us! Max Members have access to two great outdoor pools at the Sylvania JCC/YMCA and at the Eastern Community YMCA in Oregon. The pools are open through Labor Day weekend.
Eastern Outdoor Pool Open June 3 & 4 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
June 5 - Labor Day 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sunday-Saturday
Lap Swim Monday-Friday 6:15-8:15 am
JCC Outdoor Pool June 2-June 4 3:00pm - 8:00 pm
June 5-August 26 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
August 27-August 29 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 30 - September 1 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
Annual Report now available 2007 was an exciting year for the YMCA. We're pleased to present this overview of our accomplishments and achievements in 2007. Click here to view the annual report
Summer Early Education, Care and Adventure Programs Register Now!
East YMCA Renovation Click on picture for an enlarged photo We have invested more than $181,000 in updates and renovations to the Eastern Community YMCA in the last 18 months. Built in 1979, Oregon's local Y has been serving children and families with early education and afterschool programs, teen leadership programs, youth and adults sports, swim lessons, teen and adult health and fitness programs and much more. This is the most extensive renovation the Eastern YMCA has received in recent years.
Recent renovations include: * Brick and mortar work to entire exterior, YMCA building sealed. * Pipe repair in pool chemical room; ensuring the longevity of our 6-lane indoor pool * Lobby renovations, started in 2005 with a new member service desk, finished this year with new paint, WiFi capability, big screen TV, fireplace, lounge chairs & couches, new lighting and cafe tables and chairs. * Installation of 2-flume slide to the Olympic sized outdoor pool * Full-time Early education classroom for children ages 3-5 opened in August 2006. * Fitness Center received the most extensive renovations with windows being added to east side of the building; ceiling and walls painted, new flooring added, three 42" flat screen TV's and a functional training space installed. New Precor Fitness strength equipment was added to the fitness center in January 2008. * Entire metal facade of the YMCA was painted; giving the building a contemporary look from I-280. * All pole lights in the parking lot were replaced, ensuring a brighter, safer area. * January 2008 will bring another pre-kendergarten room for 4-5 year old children; registrations are being accepted now. We are able to serve families that qualify for funds throught Earl Learning Initiative (ELI). Eli is a state-funded early education program designed to enhance children's learning potential during their preschool years.
Additional Plans for 2008: * First Fridays for Families - the first Friday of each month the East YMCA will open its doors to all families in our service area for free. From 7:00-9:30 pm . families can enjoy open gym, open swim, crafts and snacks. Occasionally we will host different activities on these nights. * Guest passes - we welcome families to come take a tour and receive a free guest pass for their use another time. * Annual Scholarship Campaign - helping youth and families become members of the YMCA and participate in YMCA programs. For more than 10 years this community has raised more than $100,000 for children and families. In 2007, more than 60 volunteers raised $116,000. The 2008 goal is $118,000. We're proud to have Ken and Denise Allan, Oregon Printing and MaryAnn Coleman, of Welles Bowen Realty return as campaign chairmen. * Teen Leaders Club - local teens provide community service, focus on leadership development and spend time socializing in a fun, supportive environment. * We offer classes in dance, gymnastics, arts, cheerleading, youth sports, and swimming and much more. * Oregon, Walbridge and Northwood adults over 55 can enjoy 14 free land and water fitness classes due to long-standing partnerships with the cities of Oregon, Northwood, and Walbridge. * Our Christian Emphasis Committe works to build the spirit of our members. Local church pastors serve as chaplains to members in need. We also host a weekly bible study which is free anhd open to the community. Lunch is provided; registration is required.
First Fridays for Families On the first Friday of each month, from 7:30 - 10:00 pm the Eastern Community YMCA invites area families to enjoy their Y. Families can enjoy open swimming, volleyball, wallyball, basketball, game room and more. Children 14 and under with their parents are invited to participate. Please check in at the member services desk. Don't forget to bring your swimsuit; all participants will be asked to take a swim test if they are planning on swimming. The YMCA will be open to Max members, Associate members and guests on the first Friday of each month at no cost; be sure to watch the website for details on future events or ask at the Member Service desk.
WiFi Now Available at the Y Buckeye Express WiFi is now available at the Eastern, Fort Meigs, Francis, Summit and Wolf Creek YMCAs. The high-speed internet access is free to all Buckeye Express cable modem subscribers. For details, visit www.buckeye-express.com.
Silver Sneakers ® Fitness Program The Silver Sneakers ® Fitness Program is a national exercise program designed exclusively for older adults and offered to Medicare-eligible members. YMCA/JCC offers the SilverSneakers ® Fitness program to eligible members of Anthem BCBS and Humana health plans. For eligibility, contact your insurance provider. For class information, visit or call your neighborhood YMCA or JCC.
Storer Youth Corp Storer Youth Corps members (teens entering grades 9-12) work in conjuction with the Lands for Learning program on preserving and protecting our numerous and diverse ecosystems. Weekends are scheduled throughout the fall and winter. Contact Storer Camps for more information.
Register here for Summer Vacation Programs including Summer Child Care.
Mission
YMCA Mission To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
JCC Mission To serve the needs of the entire community in a manner consistent with Jewish values.
Facilities Available
Indoor Pool
