Columbia North YMCA is your center for family-friendly activities and meeting your fitness goals. Our mission centers around connecting you to a healthier life. Our center in North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, accomplishes these goals in variety of ways, including offering gyms, swimming pools, exercise classes, and child care services that make carving out time for yourself a little easier.
Looking to visit the Y as a guest? The Columbia North Y has implemented specific guest hours to ensure we offer a world-class experience to our members. Members who wish to bring guests can do so at the following times:
With state-of-the-art equipment, world-class swimming pools, unlimited classes, 2-hour free Kidzone care, or a wide range of programs for kids, teens, families, and seniors - the Y is the best place to connect to a healthier life.
Ready to see what the Y is all about? We cannot wait for you to come see our branch! Meet with a member of our amazing staff for a tour to find out more about the services we offer that fit your needs. See you soon!
Workout whenever, wherever with PhilaYathome - your virtual YMCA. Members can choose from hundreds of on-demand classes, catch a LIVE online class with fan-favorite instructors, workout with LES MILLS, or browse the latest lifestyle and health articles.
Want to learn more about the Y in Philadelphia, PA before your first visit? Check out this tour video to explore how the Y could be the right home for you and your family!
We're sure you'll find something to love here. Whether you want to work out in our clean & well-maintained fitness center, play a pickup game of basketball with friends, try out a new group exercise class, go for a swim in one of our world-class pools, or get your kids involved in fun and engaging youth programs... We have something everyone in your family can enjoy!
Every YMCA strives to become a community resource that helps people in the area connect and grow together. Our Columbia North facility offers year-round opportunities for you and your family to get involved and explore more of what's to love in South Philly. We add new events all year, so check back often and see what new opportunities we have near you.
The Y provides young people with a place they can go to enrich their lives. Our kids and teens programs cover all kinds of topics, including sports, music, math, and career readiness. All of these programs come at a discounted price to our members. Our Columbia North facility even boasts a Best Buy Teen Tech Center, where kids can develop skills in music production, programming, design, and filmmaking through free hands-on programs. Access to the Teen Tech Center is included in your membership!
Getting active and staying healthy is one of the key components of living well, and our Columbia North Y offers you the gym space and swimming pool to do so as you please. Sign up for any of our in-person or virtual exercise classes — when you become a member, the opportunities are endless — or join a pick-up game in our basketball gym. If water is your preference, check out our indoor pool for lap swimming or family fun.
Box, lift, enjoy the sauna or do whatever makes you feel fit. You'll find all this and more at Columbia North YMCA. Check out what's happening at the Y and plan your visit today!
The Columbia North Y has facility rentals available for your next event or practice! We have a variety of options for clubs and sports teams to rent spaces around the Y. Options include pool, gym, and studio rentals.
For more information on rental options available at the Columbia North Y and across the Greater Philadelphia Y, visit our facility rental page.
We partnered with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) to ensure the YMCA is inclusive and available for everyone. Our branch has earned No Place for Hate accreditation through the ADL.
The accreditation comes after a year-long initiative to ensure inclusion in all facets of our YMCA. The initiative was made up of events, pledges, celebrations, and daily acts of acceptance and inclusion.
We welcome our neighbors of all races, genders, and abilities at the Y. We pledge to continue to ensure the Y is inclusive, accepting, and a place for all people.
