The YMCA is a vital asset to the communities it serves. We work together with communities to provide programs like Before and After School Child Care, Preschool, Day Camps, Swimming and Swim Lessons, Family Activities, Sports for adults and children, Art programs, Health and Exercise, specialty programs for teens and older adults, and many more programs that help make that community an even nicer place to live and raise families. All YMCA programs are developed around the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Everyone Is Welcome
What sets the YMCA apart is that we make membership, programs, services, and facilities available regardless of a family or individual's ability to pay the standard membership and program fees. If you want to participate at the YMCA and feel you are not financially able to do so, please apply for our Open Doors Program through the Membership Department. We do not want you or your family to be excluded from the benefits that the YMCA has to offer.
Our Mission
The mission of the YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
Our Vision
The Rappahannock Area YMCA strives to foster personal growth and development and serve community needs by providing quality fitness and recreation programs in an atmosphere of fellowship and caring.
Values
Our YMCA supports the values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility and we are guided by the following principles as we work to build strong kids, strong families, strong communities.
The Golden Rule
We value the importance of every individual and treat others as we wish to be treated.
Character Development
We live and teach the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Open To All
We are a volunteer, charitable organization, which welcomes people of all religions, cultures and economic backgrounds.
Pursuit of Excellence
We strive to achieve the highest standards of quality programs, services and trustworthy stewardship.
Spirit of Philanthropy
We help people experience the joy of giving and helping others.
A Healthy Lifestyle
We live our mission by engaging in a lifestyle that develops a healthy spirit, mind and body.
