Events

YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is proud to host a variety of engaging events throughout the year, catering to individuals and families of all ages and interests. Whether you’re looking for opportunities to stay active, connect with your community, or simply have fun, our events provide memorable experiences for everyone.

Aging with Grace Workshop

Branch: Baierl Family YMCA

Dates: 4/17/25 - 4/17/25

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The Details: This is a monthly meeting discussing common concerns that we have as we age. In these discussions we will present actionable information to help participants better understand how you can optimize your movement overall health. Bring a friend, a family member, or neighbor! No Registration Required!

The Time: Every 3rd Thursday of the Month at 9:30 am

The Location: The Baierl Family YMCA – Community Room

The Presenter: Dr. Colin Gundling is a physical therapist with extensive experience in working with individuals across the lifespan. His expertise includes orthopedics, balance, sports, pain management, and much more. He is passionate about educating the public on ways that each individual can work to improve their healthspan.

The Topics:

October 24th- Total Joint Surgery: deciding to do it, preparing for it and rehabbing from it.

November 21st- Build Your Balance House: The science behind avoiding falls

December 19th- The Exercise Pyramid: Take a dive into the different types of exercise and the importance of each.

January 16th- The Low Down on Low Back Pain: understanding and managing the most common orthopedic condition.

February 20th- The Good and the Bad of Inflammation: Inflammation is a normal response to stress, but it can be problematic.

March 20th- What does the Diagnosis of Osteoarthritis Mean to You?

April 17th – Bone Mineral Density: What is the concern and what can be done.

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member
	10/1/24	4/18/25	Online / Front Desk	$ 0.00	$ 0.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	04/17/25	Register

Easter Egg Hunt!

Branch: Sampson Family YMCA

Dates: 4/12/25 - 4/12/25

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Saturday, April 12th

11AM-12PM

Sampson Family YMCA Grass fields and Pavilion Area

Hop on over to the Sampson Family YMCA Pavilion and Fields area for an Easter Egg Hunt! Join us for a morning full of egg-citement as kids and families search for hidden treasures across the fields. This egg-stravaganza isn’t just about the hunt—enjoy games, activities, and more fun for all ages! Whether you’re a little bunny or a grown-up egg hunter, everyone is welcome to celebrate the spring season with us.

Don’t miss out on this delightful community event—bring your baskets and get ready for a hopping good time!

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member
	3/20/25	4/12/25	Online / Front Desk	$ 0.00	$ 0.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	04/12/25 Easter Egg Hunt - Sa - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm	Register Closes 04/12/2025

Goat Yoga

Branch: Sampson Family YMCA

Dates: 4/5/25 - 4/5/25

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Join us for an indoor yoga class with special friends from Capricious Goats! These precious babies will be wearing diapers and onsies for extra cuteness and cleanliness. Yoga mats will be provided but please feel free to bring your own mat or a towel if you prefer. Light refreshments for participants and snacks to feed the goats will also be provided. Goat Yoga is open to participants ages 10+. Please reach out to our Healthy Living Director, Jennifer Werley, [email protected], with any questions.

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member
	2/26/25	4/5/25	Online / Front Desk	$ 30.00	$ 40.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	04/05/25 Indoor Goat Yoga - Sa - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm	Register

Healthy Kids Day

Branch: Sampson Family YMCA

Dates: 4/26/25 - 4/26/25

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Healthy Kids Day

Saturday, April 26th

10AM-1PM

Join us for a fun-filled Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 26th from 10 AM to 1 PM! This exciting event is brought to you by our Summer Superstar Sponsors: UPMC East, Visit Monroeville, and the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce!! – Thank you!

We’re celebrating kids’ health and wellness with an amazing lineup of local organizations and activities the whole family will love.

Get ready to connect with fantastic groups like Benchmark Family Services, Case Specific Nutrition, Holiday Park Volunteer Fire Department, Sound Advice Entertainment, Kona Ice, Pittsburgh Eatz Food Truck, Macaroni Kid – Pittsburgh East, Monroeville Library, Music Together, Remax Select Realty, Plum Boro Police Department, Plum Library, Plum Emergency Medical Services, Sampson Morris Group, UPMC Health Plan, UPMC East, Visit Monroeville, and the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Bring your kids for a day packed with interactive fun, tasty treats, and opportunities to learn about living a healthy, active lifestyle. We’ll have a DJ spinning tunes, face painting, a balloon artist, a photo booth, plus games, arts & crafts, a Jungle Inflatable, a youth speed & agility course, and more kid-friendly activities! The first 250 participants will score a free Healthy Kids Day T-Shirt. Don’t miss your chance to enter our 50-50 raffle for a shot at winning a year of free YMCA membership. From emergency service heroes to local food favorites and family-friendly entertainment, there’s something for everyone!

Mark your calendars for April 26th, 10 AM – 1 PM, and come out to support our community’s kids. We can’t wait to see you there!

Free and open to the community.

Registration Information

	Open	Close	Register At	Member	Non-Member
	3/18/25	4/26/25	Online / Front Desk	$ 0.00	$ 0.00

Available Sessions

	Date(s)
	04/26/25 Healthy Kids Day - Sa - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm	Register