Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Community Hub for Wellness, Childcare & Family Programs
North Penn YMCA has served as a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community for over 175 years. We empower individuals through accessible resources, relationships, and opportunities for growth, regardless of background or financial means. Our mission focuses on enriching families, promoting wellness, and fostering character development across the North Penn, Indian Valley, and Perkiomen Valley communities. With three main facilities and multiple childcare sites, we provide programs for all ages, including fitness, swimming, sports, and youth development initiatives.We prioritize inclusivity, offering financial assistance to ensure no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Our values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility guide our efforts to create a supportive environment where individuals thrive. In 2024, we provided over $780,000 in charitable services to 8,800 individuals through community-driven fundraising. As an Equal Opportunity Employer and Child Care Provider, we reflect the diversity of the communities we serve while maintaining a legacy of service since 1955.
Services
Childcare Programs
Fitness Classes
Swimming Lessons
Sports Leagues
Summer Camps
Golf Simulators
Before/After School Care
Community Outreach
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We offer financial assistance programs ensuring accessibility for all income levels.
- Our inclusive environment welcomes individuals of all races, religions, and abilities.
- We provide diverse programs spanning childcare, fitness, sports, and community development.
- Our staff includes certified professionals with expertise in youth and family services.
- We maintain a 70-year legacy of community-focused service in Montgomery County.
Services
Childcare Programs
Our childcare programs provide safe, nurturing environments for children aged 6 weeks to pre-K. Certified staff deliver age-appropriate activities promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development. Services include infant care, preschool preparation, and flexible scheduling options for working families.
Fitness Classes
We offer diverse fitness classes for all ages and abilities, including strength training, cardio, and mind-body sessions. Certified instructors lead programs like Zumba, yoga, and senior-focused workouts. Facilities feature modern equipment and wellness resources to support individual fitness goals.
Swimming Lessons
Our swimming programs teach water safety and stroke development for children and adults. Certified lifeguards supervise pools at three locations, offering lessons for all skill levels. Recreational swim times and competitive swim teams complement structured instruction.
Sports Leagues
We organize sports leagues for basketball, soccer, volleyball, and more across two main branches. Programs emphasize teamwork, skill development, and sportsmanship for children and adults. Facilities include gymnasiums and outdoor fields accommodating various athletic activities.
Summer Camps
Our summer camps provide weekly themed activities at multiple locations, including sports, arts, and outdoor recreation. Programs serve kindergarten through 8th grade with field trips, swimming, and educational enrichment. Open houses help families explore camp options before registration deadlines.
Questions
Where is North Penn YMCA located?
We have two main branches in Lansdale (608 E. Main St.) and Harleysville (890 Maple Ave.), plus childcare centers across Montgomery County.
What childcare options do you offer?
We provide infant care, preschool programs, and before/after-school care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years at multiple locations including school districts.
Do you have fitness programs for seniors?
Yes, we offer low-impact classes marked with an asterisk in schedules, including water aerobics and strength training designed for active older adults.
Can non-members use EZONE facilities?
Non-members can access EZONE gaming and simulators at daily rates: $20/day for gaming center or $40-$70/hour for simulator rentals.
How do I register for summer camp?
Register online via our website or submit paper forms at any branch. A $25/week non-refundable deposit reserves each camp session.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes, we provide membership and program subsidies through annual fundraising campaigns to ensure accessibility for all income levels.
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Reviews (6)
M. R.
Oct 07, 2019
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Do not send your child here! Staff will not respond to bullies!
Worst camp supervisor! (Lacks appropriately education and/or experience for childcare)
Poorly trained staff! They do NOT follow required medical forms! The place is one filthy hazard after the next! This Y is horribly managed and staffed from the the top down (with the exception of a few "old-timers")
It used to be a much better YMCA about two years ago but now it is a disappointing mess in basically every way it can be now! Go to one of the other locations!
Worst camp supervisor! (Lacks appropriately education and/or experience for childcare)
Poorly trained staff! They do NOT follow required medical forms! The place is one filthy hazard after the next! This Y is horribly managed and staffed from the the top down (with the exception of a few "old-timers")
It used to be a much better YMCA about two years ago but now it is a disappointing mess in basically every way it can be now! Go to one of the other locations!
Angela D.
Sep 13, 2019
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The Lansdale YMCA has more problems than any other gym!
1) They have 3 pools and only 1 (lap pool) is now open at 5 a.m. they used to have 2 pools open at 5 am, but now the Martin Pool is now closed until 6 a.m. There are a hand full of 5 am people that come at that time and or a bit later before 6 a.m. just to use that pool. Its a warmer temp. pool for people with arthritis. Some of us 5 a.m. people found out it doesn't open until 6 am and walked out and left.
2) The other pools you never know what or when they are going to be open.
3) There is always a problems with the all 3
1) They have 3 pools and only 1 (lap pool) is now open at 5 a.m. they used to have 2 pools open at 5 am, but now the Martin Pool is now closed until 6 a.m. There are a hand full of 5 am people that come at that time and or a bit later before 6 a.m. just to use that pool. Its a warmer temp. pool for people with arthritis. Some of us 5 a.m. people found out it doesn't open until 6 am and walked out and left.
2) The other pools you never know what or when they are going to be open.
3) There is always a problems with the all 3
Hun C.
Jul 11, 2019
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Just like other members mentioned, this Y has lots of good potentials but their stuffs are going out of their ways to ruin the fun for members.
1. DO NOT FORGET YOUR SWIMMING BAND!!! We have been going to the Y for many many years even before the new family pool was built just a few years ago. Tonight I forgot to pack the bands. Life guard checks the note they have and verifies my kids PASSED swimming test and RECEIVED green bands. Yet because we forgot he tells to put on the life vest. Otherwise pay $1 to purchase the band.
Does this mean wearing the green band will act as a life saving device
1. DO NOT FORGET YOUR SWIMMING BAND!!! We have been going to the Y for many many years even before the new family pool was built just a few years ago. Tonight I forgot to pack the bands. Life guard checks the note they have and verifies my kids PASSED swimming test and RECEIVED green bands. Yet because we forgot he tells to put on the life vest. Otherwise pay $1 to purchase the band.
Does this mean wearing the green band will act as a life saving device
Willowand R.
Mar 17, 2019
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Update 2/2019
I had a meeting with Bob the director of the YMCA. He was very kind and understanding. He assured me that everything would be resolved so an issue like this wouldn't happen again. Since then, my son had a birthday party at the YMCA. Everything ran smoothly and there were no issues.
I had a meeting with Bob the director of the YMCA. He was very kind and understanding. He assured me that everything would be resolved so an issue like this wouldn't happen again. Since then, my son had a birthday party at the YMCA. Everything ran smoothly and there were no issues.
Zhiwei R.
Mar 01, 2019
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Great pool, but one safeguard just made this a terrible place for kids. He will boss kids or their parents for tiny break of rules, completely forgot these are paying customers and deserve some basic respect. Won't go there again.
Rose H.
Feb 19, 2019
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I think there is a lot of potential for improvement. The center is beautiful. I took the kids here because we had off from school and I heard the pool was really cool. We swim regularly at our home YMCA and all 4 kids have taken at least 2 courses of swim classes. To hang out in the maximum of 3 foot water (there is a separate family pool area) you have to pass an extensive swim test. It included lap swiming in the lanes, treading water for a timed amount of time, jumping in the deep end, and getting out of the pool without using a ladder. All of my kids had to wear life vests ages 10 to 6
