If you’re looking to refresh and reset in 2026, check out the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit. The iconic community center offers health and wellness services at 7 locations across southeast Michigan. Enter to win a FREE one-month family membership to the YMCA and a free personal training session.
Health and wellness isn’t a luxury, it’s essential to showing up as the best you and the best parent. The YMCA has the space, equipment and classes that allow you to get moving in a way that feels good. From pools, Pilates and personal training sessions to their very cool eGym (do a 30-minute circuit that adjusts to your body while feeling like you’re playing a video game) – there are lots of options for all interests and activity levels. With FREE child watch services, it’s easy to plan your workout without worrying about what happens with the kids.
Swim lessons and workouts are popular fitness features but they’re also there for fun. The Boll Family Y (Detroit), Carls Family YMCA (Milford) and Downriver YMCA (Southgate) have family pools with slides and splash pads and you can reserve them for private play. Need a place for a winter birthday? The Farmington Family Y has a private warm temperature pool families can rent for parties.
If you’re looking for community and wellness in 2026, look no further than The YMCA. Membership is universal and can be used at all 7 metro Detroit locations. Enter to win a free month membership and a free personal training session – we will select 3 LittleGuide Detroit readers to winner! BONUS: Y members receive a discount on Summer Camp.
YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit Locations:
- Boll Family YMCA (Detroit)
- Birmingham Family YMCA (Birmingham)
- Carls Family YMCA (Milford)
- Farmington Family YMCA (Farmington)
- Macomb Family YMCA (Mount Clemens)
- South Oakland Family YMCA (Royal Oak)
- Downriver Family YMCA (Southgate)

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