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Northside Family YMCA

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Northside Family YMCA
Address

4207 Old Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227

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Contact
804.329.9622
Our Hours

Mon – Thu: 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Fri: 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sat: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sun: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Join us at the YMCA of Greater Richmond and discover a community dedicated to supporting each other. With no joining fees, and a range of membership options, we're here to help you and your family grow stronger, together.

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Northside Family YMCA interior main lobby with membership desk.
Northside Family YMCA wellness floor with strength training equipment
Northside Family YMCA swimming pool with group exercise class.

  • Overview

    Founded in 1887 as the Richmond Colored YMCA, the Northside Family YMCA has a long history of serving the Richmond community.

  • activities

    Recently renovated, the Northside Family YMCA is an amazing community center for the North Richmond community. All included amenities are listed below

  • location

    Northside’s healthy hub is located on Old Brook Road beside John Marshall High School.

  • Child Watch Hours

    Monday: 7:45 – 11 a.m. & 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
    Tuesday: 7:45 – 11 a.m. & 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
    Wednesday: 7:45 –  11 a.m. & 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
    Thursday: 7:45  – 11 a.m. & 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
    Friday: 7:45  – 11 a.m.
    Saturday: 7:45 a.m. – Noon
    Sunday: CLOSED

    For members ages 6 weeks to 11 years.

  • Holiday Hours

    2025

    Wednesday, November 26          -Close at 6 p.m.

    Thursday, November 27              -Closed

    Friday, November 28                  -Regular Hours

    Wednesday, December 24          -Close at 3 p.m.

    Thursday, December 25              -Closed 

    Wednesday, December 31           -Close at 4 p.m.

    2026

    Thursday, January 1                    -8 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Monday, January 19                    -Regular Hours

    Sunday, April 5                             -Closed

    Monday, May 25                          -Close at 4 p.m.

    Thursday, June 19                       -Regular Hours

    Friday, July 3                               -Regular Hours

    Saturday, July 4                          -Close at 4 p.m.

    Monday, September 7                -Close at 4 p.m.

    Wednesday, November 25        -Close at 6 p.m.

    Thursday, November 26            -Closed

    Friday, November 27                 -Regular Hours

    Thursday, December 24            -Close at 3 p.m.

    Friday, December 25                 -Closed

    Thursday, December 31            -Close at 4 p.m.

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Check Out Our AMENITIES

  • Cardio Machines
  • Child Watch
  • Cross Training Area
  • Free Weights
  • Group Exercise
  • Gymnasium
  • Multi-Purpose Space
  • Playground
  • Pool – Indoor Heated
  • Strength Equipment
  • Teen Center
  • Universal Locker Room
  • Before & After School Care
  • Personal Training
  • Summer Camp
  • Swim Lessons
  • Swim Team
  • Teen Leaders’ Club
  • Youth Sports
YMCA child care sessions with kids working on crafts.
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HELP STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY

By becoming a monthly Impact Maker donor, you will help ensure the Y remains a place where everyone in our community can belong and thrive today, tomorrow and into the future.

With a recommended minimum monthly donation of $10, you can help provide a child with life-saving swimming lessons, connect a senior to health-promoting social and physical activities and offer families safe, engaging after-school childcare.

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Our Story

The Northside Family was orginaly known as the YMCA Leigh Street Y. The original building was well worn by the 1940s.  The association moved to a rented quarters at 212 E. Leigh Street in 1949, and the original structure was demolished in 1953.  By the late 1960s, the second location was also wearing out and moved to 127 W. Brookland Park Boulevard. In November 1972, the YMCA purchased a two-acre site from the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority for $32,500.  Construction began in 1973 and the following year, the new “North Richmond Branch” was opened at its current location of 4207 Old Brook Road.

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Northside Family YMCA kids playing on the playground outside the facility.
Northside Family YMCA main lobby and seating area named The Royal Family Lounge
Northside Family YMCA aerial photo of the facilty
Northside Family YMCA group exercise class with instructor leading the members.

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  • Are there discounts available for seniors, students, or families?

    Yes! Don’t let income stand in the way of a healthier you! With our income-based memberships, you can have all the benefits of being a YMCA member at a price you can afford. No matter what type of membership you choose, we offer financial assistance to everyone who qualifies.

  • Can I bring a guest to the YMCA?

    An individual may be a guest at the YMCA up to 6 times per year. After that, we encourage guests to look at our various membership options and come as often as you like! Guests may use the YMCA facility accompanied by a YMCA member for $5 per youth (up to age 18), $10 per individual and $20 per family. Ask the member services staff at your branch for more information.

  • Does the YMCA offer childcare services for members?

    Yes! The YMCA offers both Childcare and Childwatch services. Childcare is part of our youth development offerings and includes before and after school care. YMCA Membership includes free Child Watch for our members ages 6 weeks to 11 years old!  We’ll watch your little one while you workout, swim, play basketball or more, as long as you stay in the building.

  • Can I use my YMCA membership at other YMCA locations?

    Yes! Membership to the YMCA of Greater Richmond ensures entry to all 16 of our branches.

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