activities · 59
what they do
direct service · 59
- Administer financial assistance and membership support Subsidized & Tiered Membership AccessOffers scholarships, subsidies, and financial aid through the ACCESS program, tiered membership plans, military discounts, and fee waivers to ensure broad access to services for 88,000 individuals annually.
- Administer financial assistance and scholarship programs Subsidized & Tiered Membership AccessProvides financial aid through the ACCESS scholarship program and offers subsidized services, military discounts, and tiered membership plans to increase access to programs. Provided scholarships or subsidized services to 88,000 individuals.
- Aquatics Programs and Water Safety Training Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers aquatics programs, including lifeguarding, swim instruction, and coaching, to enrich lives and provide water safety skills training to individuals. The organization provided water safety skills training to 37,000 individuals.
- Aquatics and Water Safety Programs Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingProvides aquatics programs including swim instruction, lifeguarding, coaching, and water safety training to approximately 37,000 individuals annually. Offers certification training for staff and recreational aquatics as part of youth and family programming.
- Before and After School Programs After-School Youth Development ProgramsOffers before and after school programs that support youth development through skill-building, creativity, and supervised activities led by youth leaders. Includes Teens in Motion, an afterschool program for high school students with special needs.
- Child Care and Early Learning Programs Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides preschool programs and child care services designed to nurture children's potential in a safe, structured, and creative environment. Offers on-site child watch services and respite care for families of individuals with special needs.
- Child Care and Early Learning Services Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsOperates preschool programs and before-and-after school care that provide safe, structured environments for children to learn and grow, including on-site child watch services and respite care for families of individuals with special needs.
- Child Care and Preschool Services Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides child care services, including before and after school programs, and operates preschool programs designed to nurture children's potential, develop new skills, and expand creativity in a safe and structured learning environment.
- Community Engagement and Family Support Programs Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts free family events such as Healthy Kids Day, offers family passes, and runs social programs that support connection and growth among families and friends across San Diego County.
- Community Impact and Service Reach Family Support and Resource ConnectionReaches nearly 10% of San Diego County's population through its programs and services, impacting 340,496 individuals during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Deliver aquatics programs and water safety training Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingProvides swim instruction, lifeguarding, and coaching programs while training 37,000 individuals in water safety skills annually. Programs include certification training for staff and are offered across multiple locations in San Diego County.
- Deliver community-wide program access and impact Family Support and Resource ConnectionReaches nearly 10% of San Diego County's population through its programs and services, impacting 340,496 individuals during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, through a combination of memberships, scholarships, and community support initiatives.
- Deliver gymnastics programs for children and adults Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsOffers gymnastics programs for all ages and skill levels, including preschool classes, recreational gymnastics, and specialty programs in tumbling, cheer, parkour, and cirque, aligned with USA Gymnastics guidelines.
- Deliver mental and behavioral health services Outpatient Mental Health CounselingProvides clinical mental and behavioral health support through a professional team operating across San Diego County, serving individuals accessing Y programs.
- Deliver youth development and child care programs Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides comprehensive child care, preschool, and before-and-after-school programs that nurture children's growth in safe, structured environments. Includes skill-building activities led by youth leaders and supports social development for children and teens.
- Deliver youth development and child care programs Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides child care, preschool, and before-and-after-school programs designed to nurture children’s potential in a safe and structured environment, with scholarship support available through the ACCESS program. These programs serve thousands of children across San Diego County, fostering growth through structured activities and youth leader support.
- Deliver youth development programs through childcare, preschool, and before/after school programs Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides childcare, preschool, and before/after school programs designed to nurture children's potential in safe, structured environments. Serves children across San Diego County with programs focused on skill development, creativity, and social growth.
- Deliver youth sports and gymnastics programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsOffers youth sports coaching in lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, and flag football, along with gymnastics programs for children and adults. Programs include recreational classes, specialty tracks in tumbling, cheer, parkour, and cirque, and age-specific offerings aligned with USA Gymnastics guidelines.
- Deliver youth sports and recreational programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsOffers coaching and recreational programs in lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, flag football, and gymnastics, including specialty programs in tumbling, cheer, parkour, and cirque for all skill levels.
- Family and Community Programs Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsOffers family and social programs that support growth and connection, provides community support programs, and hosts free family events like Healthy Kids Day celebrations.
- Family and Community Support ProgramsOffers family and social programs that foster connection, growth, and community engagement. Hosts free family events and provides community support programs to ensure individuals have safe spaces to grow and thrive.
- Financial Assistance and Subsidized Services Subsidized & Tiered Membership AccessProvides financial assistance, scholarships (ACCESS scholarship program), and military discounts to reduce costs for membership, programs, and child care, having provided scholarships or subsidized services to 88,000 individuals.
- Gymnastics Programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsOffers gymnastics programs for all ages and skill levels, including preschool, recreational, and specialty programs (tumbling, cheer, parkour, cirque), focusing on developing self-confidence, strength, flexibility, balance, and motor skills.
- Gymnastics and Specialty Movement Programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsProvides gymnastics programs for children and adults across all skill levels, including preschool classes, recreational gymnastics, and specialty programs in tumbling, cheer, parkour, and cirque, aligned with USA Gymnastics guidelines.
- Host community and family engagement events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts free family events and offers one-week family passes during Healthy Kids Day week to promote community participation. Offers family and social programs that support connection and growth.
- Measure and report community impact Family Support and Resource ConnectionServes nearly 10% of San Diego County’s population and directly impacted 340,496 individuals through membership and programming in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Membership and Financial Access Programs Subsidized & Tiered Membership AccessOffers tiered membership plans (Y Community and Y Community Plus), financial assistance via the ACCESS scholarship program, and discounts for military personnel, providing subsidized or free access to services for 88,000 individuals annually.
- Membership and Financial Assistance Programs Subsidized & Tiered Membership AccessOffers tiered membership plans (Y Community and Y Community Plus) with benefits including reservation-based child watch. Provides financial assistance, military discounts, and scholarship programs such as ACCESS to subsidize membership, programs, and child care for 88,000 individuals.
- Mental and Behavioral Health Services Outpatient Mental Health CounselingDelivers mental and behavioral health services through a clinical team across San Diego County.
- Mental and Behavioral Health Services Outpatient Mental Health CounselingDelivers mental and behavioral health services through a clinical team across San Diego County, supporting individuals and families with accessible care.
- Mental and Behavioral Health Services Outpatient Mental Health CounselingDelivers clinical mental and behavioral health services through a professional team operating across San Diego County.
- Offer family and community enrichment programs Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts free family events, provides family and social programs, and offers tiered membership plans to support connection and growth among families. Includes annual Healthy Kids Day celebrations with free passes and discounts to increase access.
- Offer mental and behavioral health services Outpatient Mental Health CounselingProvides clinical mental and behavioral health services across San Diego County through a professional clinical team, including respite care for families of individuals with special needs.
- Offer respite care for families of individuals with special needs Respite Care for DisabilitiesProvides respite care services that offer relief time to families caring for individuals with special needs.
- Offer youth sports and recreational programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsProvides coaching and participation opportunities in lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, flag football, and gymnastics. Gymnastics programs follow USA Gymnastics guidelines and include preschool, recreational, and specialty programs in tumbling, cheer, parkour, and cirque.
- Offer youth sports coaching programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsProvides youth sports coaching in lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, and flag football to support youth development and physical activity.
- Operate camp programs for youth Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsRuns day and overnight camps across mountain and beach locations in San Diego County, offering youth recreational games, outdoor activities, social development, and safe engagement during summer and throughout the year.
- Operate day and overnight camps for youth Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsRuns day and overnight camp programs that engage children and teens in outdoor activities, social development, and recreation. Operates three overnight camps in mountain and beach locations during summer and offers day camps across San Diego County.
- Operate membership and financial assistance programs Subsidized & Tiered Membership AccessOffers tiered membership plans (Y Community and Y Community Plus) with discounts for military personnel and financial aid through the ACCESS scholarship program, which subsidized services for 88,000 individuals and helped reduce costs for membership, programs, and child care.
- Operate youth camp programs Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsRuns overnight and day camp programs at mountain and beach locations during summer, engaging youth in outdoor activities, social development, recreational games, sports, drama, and aquatics. These programs serve children and teens across San Diego County.
- Operate youth camps and outdoor programs Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsRuns day and overnight camps in mountain and beach locations for children and teens, focusing on outdoor activities, social development, and recreation. These include structured programs in drama, sports, aquatics, and adventure activities to support youth engagement and growth.
- Programs for Individuals with Special Needs After-School Youth Development ProgramsProvides respite care services for families of individuals with special needs and operates "Teens in Motion," an afterschool program for high school students with special needs to develop skills and serve as role models.
- Provide aquatics and water safety programs Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers swim instruction, lifeguarding, coaching, and water safety training to individuals of all ages, including certification programs for staff. In the past year, provided water safety skills training to 37,000 individuals across San Diego County.
- Provide aquatics programs and water safety training Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers swim instruction, lifeguarding, coaching, and water safety skills training to approximately 37,000 individuals annually. Programs include certification training for staff and are available to all ages.
- Provide aquatics programs including swim instruction, lifeguarding, and water safety training Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingOffers aquatics programs such as swim instruction, lifeguarding, and coaching, with certification training for staff. Provided water safety skills training to 37,000 individuals and delivers ongoing aquatics programming to enrich lives of individuals and families.
- Provide child care and early learning programs Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsOffers preschool, before- and after-school, and on-site child care services designed to nurture children’s development in safe, structured environments. Includes specialized programs for children with special needs such as Teens in Motion and respite care services.
- Provide family and community support programs Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts free family events such as Healthy Kids Day, offers family passes, and runs social programs that foster connection among families and friends. Maintains safe community spaces for growth and engagement.
- Provide family and social connection programs Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts free family events such as Healthy Kids Day, offers family memberships with benefits like unlimited visits and child watch reservations, and supports social growth and connection through structured programming and community events.
- Provide mental and behavioral health services Outpatient Mental Health CounselingDelivers mental and behavioral health services through a clinical team across San Diego County, supporting individuals with special needs and their families, including respite care and targeted afterschool support.
- Provide mental and behavioral health services Outpatient Mental Health CounselingDelivers mental and behavioral health services through a clinical team across San Diego County, supporting community well-being.
- Provide on-site child watch and membership servicesOffers on-site child watch services with reservation options for Y Community Plus family members and promotes membership access through discounts and enrollment incentives.
- Provide subsidized access through financial assistance programs Subsidized & Tiered Membership AccessOffers scholarships, military discounts, and financial aid via the ACCESS program to reduce costs for membership, child care, and programming. Provided subsidized services to 88,000 individuals and supported 340,496 people through membership and programming in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Summer and Day Camp Programs Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsRuns day and overnight camps across mountain and beach locations in San Diego County, engaging youth in outdoor recreation, social development, and skill-building activities during summer and throughout the year.
- Summer and Overnight Camps Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsOperates day and overnight camps across mountain and beach locations in San Diego County, engaging children and teens in outdoor activities, social development, recreational games, sports, drama, and aquatics during summer and other times.
- Youth Camps (Day and Overnight) Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsOperates both overnight and day camps for children and teens, engaging them in outdoor activities, social development, recreational games, drama, sports, and aquatics across San Diego County.
- Youth Sports CoachingOffers youth sports coaching programs in various sports including lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, and flag football.
- Youth Sports and Coaching Programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsOffers organized sports coaching for youth in lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, and flag football, promoting physical activity and team development.
- Youth Sports and Gymnastics Programs Youth Gymnastics & Specialty Movement ProgramsOffers youth sports coaching in lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, baseball, basketball, and flag football. Provides gymnastics programs for all ages and skill levels, including preschool gymnastics, recreational gymnastics, and specialty programs in tumbling, cheer, parkour, and cirque.
- Youth and Family Aquatics Programs Swim Instruction & Water Safety TrainingProvides swim instruction, lifeguarding training, and aquatics coaching for individuals of all ages, including water safety skills training delivered to 37,000 individuals annually. Programs follow structured curricula and include paid certification for staff.
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how they think
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- Child development in safe, structured environments child_development_in_safe_environmentSupports children’s growth through safe, structured, and nurturing programs that prioritize safety and developmental progress.
- Child development in safe, structured, and play-based environments child_development_in_safe_environmentSupports children’s cognitive, motor, and social development through safe, structured programming that combines skill-focused activities with developmental play.
- Community collaboration for equitable access community_collaborationPartners with community members to co-create solutions that ensure equitable access to programs across age, income, and background.
- Community collaboration for inclusive impact community_collaborationPartners with community members to co-create solutions that ensure broad, equitable access to programs across ages, incomes, and backgrounds.
- Developmental, play-based learning for children developmental_play_based_learningUses a combination of skill-focused rotations and free play in safe, supportive environments to enhance children's motor and cognitive development.
- Equitable Access and Inclusion equitable_accessThe organization ensures that all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances or background, have equitable access to programs and services through financial assistance and by creating welcoming and inclusive environments.
- Equitable Access and Inclusion equitable_accessThe organization ensures that all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances, age, income, or background, have equitable access to programs and services through financial assistance and by creating welcoming and inclusive environments.
- Equitable access through financial and inclusive supportEnsures access to programs regardless of financial status or background by combining financial assistance with inclusive, staff-guided environments that welcome diverse populations.
- Equitable access through financial assistance and inclusion equitable_accessEnsures individuals can participate in programs regardless of financial circumstances by providing financial aid for memberships, programs, and child care, and by fostering inclusive environments.
- Equitable access through financial assistance and inclusion equitable_accessEnsures all individuals can participate in programs regardless of financial capacity by providing financial aid for memberships, programs, and child care, promoting inclusion across income levels and backgrounds.
- Equitable access through financial assistance and inclusion equitable_accessEnsures access to programs regardless of financial circumstances by providing financial aid for memberships, programs, and child care, and by fostering inclusive environments that welcome diverse backgrounds.
- Equitable access through financial inclusionEnsures all individuals can participate in programs regardless of financial status by providing financial assistance for memberships, programs, and child care.
- Equity in staff development and representation equity_in_staff_developmentAdvances equity by investing in professional growth for underrepresented and multicultural staff through targeted programs like Bridge the Gap and the Multicultural Development Program.
- Faith-based holistic development faith-based holistic developmentIntegrates spiritual nurturing with mental and physical well-being, honoring the organization’s faith-based heritage as a foundation for individual thriving.
- Faith-based holistic development faith-based holistic developmentIntegrates spiritual values with physical and mental well-being, leveraging its faith-based heritage to support whole-person development and foster individual thriving.
- Faith-based holistic development of spirit, mind, and body faith-based holistic developmentIntegrates the organization’s faith-based heritage with holistic programming that nurtures the spirit, mind, and body as interconnected dimensions of individual well-being and thriving.
- Faith-informed holistic development of spirit, mind, and body faith-based holistic developmentIntegrates the organization’s faith-based heritage with holistic programming that nurtures the spirit, mind, and body to support individual thriving and community well-being.
- Holistic Development and Well-being holistic_wellnessThe organization fosters community well-being by nurturing the spirit, mind, and body of individuals through mission-driven programs, promoting healthier lifestyles, and supporting overall personal growth.
- Holistic Development and Wellness holistic_wellnessThe organization fosters community well-being by nurturing the spirit, mind, and body of individuals through mission-driven programs, promoting healthier lifestyles, and supporting overall growth.
- Holistic child development in safe, structured environments child_development_in_safe_environmentSupports children’s growth through safe, structured, and play-based programming that enhances motor, cognitive, and social development, including skill progression models aligned with national standards.
- Holistic community wellness and belonging holistic_community_wellnessAdvances community well-being by fostering a sense of belonging and supporting integrated growth in spirit, mind, and body through mission-driven programming.
- Holistic employee well-being holistic_employee_wellbeingPromotes comprehensive well-being for employees by addressing physical, emotional, environmental, occupational, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions.
- Holistic employee well-being holistic_employee_wellbeingPromotes comprehensive well-being across physical, emotional, environmental, occupational, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions for staff.
- Holistic employee well-being across life dimensions holistic_employee_wellbeingPromotes employee well-being by addressing physical, emotional, environmental, occupational, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions, aligning staff health with organizational mission.
- Holistic employee well-being across multiple dimensions holistic_employee_wellbeingPromotes employee wellness by addressing physical, emotional, environmental, occupational, intellectual, and spiritual aspects to support a healthy and engaged workforce.
- Holistic well-being for individuals and employees holistic_employee_wellbeingPromotes comprehensive well-being across physical, emotional, environmental, occupational, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions for both program participants and employees.
- Holistic wellness model integrating spirit, mind, and body holistic_wellnessAdvances individual and community well-being through programs that holistically nurture spiritual, mental, and physical health, rooted in the organization’s mission and faith-based heritage.
- Holistic youth and child development child_development_in_safe_environmentSupports children’s growth through safe, structured, and play-based environments that foster motor, cognitive, and social development, aligned with skill progression frameworks.
- Inclusive and welcoming environment inclusive_welcoming_environmentCreates accessible, inclusive spaces with staff-guided support to ensure personalized engagement for diverse individuals and families.
- Inclusive and welcoming environment with personalized access inclusive_welcoming_environmentCreates an inclusive culture with staff-guided support and personalized programming to ensure individuals feel welcomed and supported in their wellness journey.
- Inclusive and welcoming environment with personalized access inclusive_welcoming_environmentProvides a culturally inclusive and welcoming environment where staff-guided support enables personalized access to programs and services for diverse community members.
- Inclusive, staff-guided personalization of services inclusive_welcoming_environmentProvides welcoming and inclusive access to personalized programming through staff-guided support, ensuring individuals can engage meaningfully with services tailored to their needs.
- Leadership and Staff Development leadership_developmentThe organization cultivates cause-driven leaders and supports professional growth for all staff, including underrepresented groups, through comprehensive leadership development, certification programs, and targeted development initiatives.
- Leadership and Staff Development leadership_developmentThe organization develops cause-driven leaders and supports the professional growth of its staff, particularly underrepresented and multicultural individuals, through comprehensive leadership development, certification, and targeted programs.
- Leadership and professional development with equity focus leadership_developmentBuilds cause-driven leaders and advances equity by investing in career-long learning and targeted development programs for underrepresented and multicultural staff.
- Leadership and professional development with equity focus leadership_developmentBuilds cause-driven leaders and advances equity by offering comprehensive leadership certification and targeted development programs for underrepresented and multicultural staff.
- Leadership and professional development with equity focus leadership_developmentDevelops cause-driven leaders and advances equity by supporting career-long learning and targeted professional growth for underrepresented and multicultural staff.
- Leadership and professional development with equity focus leadership_developmentBuilds cause-driven leaders and advances equity in staffing by offering career-long leadership development and targeted programs that support underrepresented and multicultural staff.
- Leadership development for cause-driven impact leadership_developmentBuilds long-term leadership capacity through structured development and certification programs that advance career-long learning and mission-aligned leadership.
- Place-Based, Community-Responsive Solutions place-based_community-responsive_solutionsThe organization develops solutions tailored to specific community needs, focusing on person-centered and evidence-based approaches to address social determinants of health.
- Place-Based, Community-Responsive Solutions place-based_community-responsive_solutionsThe organization develops solutions tailored to specific community needs, focusing on social determinants of health, using an evidence-based and measured approach, and collaborating with community members.
- Place-based, community-responsive solutions place-based community-responsive solutionsDevelops localized, person-centered approaches to address social determinants of health by engaging communities in designing and implementing evidence-based, measurable interventions.
- Place-based, community-responsive solutions place-based community-responsive solutionsDevelops localized, person-centered approaches to address social determinants of health, grounded in community input and evidence-based measurement.
- Place-based, community-responsive solutions for social determinants of health place-based community-responsive solutionsDevelops localized, person-centered solutions to address social determinants of health through evidence-based, measurable strategies that respond directly to community needs.
- Place-based, community-responsive solutions with evidence-based measurement place-based community-responsive solutionsDevelops localized, person-centered solutions to address social determinants of health by engaging communities and applying an evidence-based, measured approach to ensure effectiveness and relevance.
- Structured skills progression in program delivery skills_progression_modelImplements a systematic model for skill development, such as using USA Gymnastics guidelines, to ensure progressive learning and mastery in program areas.
- Structured skills progression in program delivery skills_progression_modelApplies a structured, standards-based progression model—such as USA Gymnastics guidelines—to systematically develop participant skills in targeted programs.
- Structured skills progression in youth programming skills_progression_modelImplements a defined progression model aligned with USA Gymnastics standards to systematically build youth gymnastics skills.
- Youth Development through Safe and Structured Programming child_development_in_safe_environmentThe organization nurtures children's potential and develops youth through safe, structured, and supportive programming that includes skill-focused rotations and play-based learning to enhance motor and cognitive development.
- Youth development through safe, structured, and play-based learning child_development_in_safe_environmentSupports child development by providing safe, structured environments that combine skill-focused activities and free play to enhance motor, cognitive, and social growth.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Before & After School Programs
Youth development programs hiring staff to support childcare and enrichment activities outside of school hours
Competitive Team
Year-round competitive programs for girls and boys (USAG Junior Olympics), Xcel, and TeamGym for gymnasts aiming to compete and advance to higher levels
Gymnastics
Comprehensive gymnastics programs for children and adults including preschool, recreational, specialty, and competitive levels following USA Gymnastics guidelines
Preschool Gymnastics
Classes for children ages 18 months to 5 years focusing on motor development, balance, coordination, and social skills in a safe, fun environment
Recreational Gymnastics
Progressive classes for beginners to advanced gymnasts ages 3+ focusing on skill development in vault, bars, beam, floor, and strength training
Specialty Gymnastics
Programs including tumbling, cheer, parkour, cirque, and private lessons that develop strength, creativity, and coordination beyond traditional gymnastics
relationships · 4
who they work with
- George Marston Government — YMCA of San Diego County's founder, after whom the virtual assistant 'George' is named.
- George Marston Partner — George Marston is the founder after whom the YMCA of San Diego County is named.
- USA Gymnastics Network — Follows USA Gymnastics guidelines for skill development in gymnastics programs.
- United Cerebral Palsy Partner — Collaborates with United Cerebral Palsy through participant engagement and volunteer pathways, as demonstrated by Clark's employment and volunteer role.