Greater Valley YMCA

About Us

The Greater Valley YMCA is a volunteer-led, nonprofit, community organization. The Y is committed to strengthening community by positively changing lives every day. At each of our branches, we concentrate our efforts in three areas: Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility. And we do so in a way that upholds the Y’s traditional family values of Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Honesty.

For over 100 years, the Y has made tangible differences in the communities of Allentown, Bethlehem, Catasauqua, Easton, Forks, Nazareth, those comprising the Slate Belt region and the Lehigh Valley as a whole. Founded as individual YMCAs as early as 1897, the following branches of the Greater Valley Y merged together between 2010 and 2015: the Nazareth YMCA, the Suburban North Family YMCA, the Family YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg & Vicinity and the Bethlehem YMCA. In 2014, the Forks YMCA Education Center was established. The Slate Belt branch was opened in 2015. In January 2017, the Allentown YMCA joined the Greater Valley YMCA.

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Diabetes and prediabetes are growing health concerns in our country and region, and that's why the Greater Valley YMCA is gearing up for the next Diabetes Prevention Program later this year. The Diabetes Prevention Program will give you the skills you need and the support you deserve to make lasting healthy lifestyle changes, and ultimately give you the tools to transform your life. https://bit.ly/2EC44SP

September 26 at 7:00am - Facebook

With so many demands on today’s families, we understand that parents need all the help they can get. From infant through teenager child care, the Y has you covered. Consider us your partners for healthy, happy, and strong kids—at whatever stage your family is in. https://bit.ly/2xkGpS5

September 25 at 7:00am - Facebook

Every year, millions of Americans find themselves unable to vote because they miss the registration deadline, don’t update their registration information, or aren’t sure how to register. In honor of National Voter Registration Day, learn how to register to vote by visiting https://bit.ly/2w5ydXZ or calling 866-OUR-VOTE!

September 24 at 7:00am - Facebook

At the Y, we're personally here for you, helping you raise the bar. Our personal trainers will design and lead you through a safe and effective exercise program based on your health/fitness goals. Improve your cardiovascular fitness, muscular conditioning, endurance, flexibility, body composition and general overall well-being through traditional and innovative techniques. Schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation with a Personal Trainer to discuss your fitness goals. Interested? Let us know here: https://bit.ly/2VpM57t

September 23 at 7:00am - Facebook

Join us for Debbie's Dash 5k on October 12th! The race is hosted by the Suburban North Branch of the Greater Valley YMCA and held in memory of Debbie Linton. This Memorial 5k aims to remember and capture the energy of Debbie and others who fought a brave battle against breast cancer. Join us to support the cause and enjoy a challenging run. As a tribute to Debbie, the 5K will encompass Alumni Field in Catasauqua. Registration is open now: https://bit.ly/33NklP6

A special thank you to RCN and Catasauqua Community Partnerships, Inc. for sponsoring this race!

September 22 at 7:00am - Facebook