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Summers are a Season of Possibility

Discover Y camps, swim lessons, indoor sports, and more!

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Stay Active, Stay Cool: Y Summer Sports

Summer Session runs June 7-August 16

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Discover the magic of Y Summer Camps

There’s a Y camp for every child!

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Learn to swim this summer at the Y

Full summer sessions or mini sessions available.

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Become a Member

Enjoy Indoor Summer Fitness and Community at the Y!

MCGAW YMCA NEWS:

Summer Food Program at McGaw Y Offers Free Healthy Meals to Evanston Kids

June 10, 2025

Camp Echo Buses Depart, Kicking Off Summer 2025!

June 9, 2025

YMCA Day of Giving Inspires Community Support

May 13, 2025

Discover a Season of Possibilities at the Y This Summer 

April 30, 2025

McGaw YMCA Day of Giving Returns May 8

April 8, 2025

McGaw YMCA Healthy Kids Day: A Fun-Filled Evening for Families!

April 7, 2025

Summer Swim Lessons & Sports Registration is Open!

April 7, 2025

McGaw YMCA Gala 2025: Shining Bright in the Evanston Community

February 3, 2025

Celebrating Black History at the YMCA

February 1, 2025

Honoring Black Leaders in the Y Movement

February 1, 2025

FIND WHAT MOVES YOU. FIND YOUR Y.

At the Y, you’ll find countless opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. All it takes is one first step! Find what moves you and join today.

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SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE Y:

Victoria Livingston
a week ago
We recently decided to get a family membership, and I'm very pleased by the YMCA. The app is easy to use to sign up for...
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Chaima Ait El Mekki
3 months ago
I love all the group classes I attended so far especially aerobics by Tina (lovely music) and all Les mills and body pump by Kristy. This...
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Kortney Driver
a week ago
The staff at this Y are very involved with making a guest experience warm and inviting. I have never felt uncomfortable working with staff and...
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Johnny Price
4 months ago
I’ve been coming here for years to work out. They have awesome exercise equipment to fulfill my fitness goals. I often see people I know...
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Kathie Holzman
2 months ago
My husband and I have been members for about two years. He works out on machines 6 days a week. I am more comfortable taking classes...
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Today, we are focused on becoming a more equitable, purpose-driven organization. One built to ensure that all people at every stage of life have what they need to flourish and thrive. You are a vital part of this effort.

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