Welcome to Central YMCA
We help people make positive changes in their lives. We believe that everyone can flourish with the right opportunities and support
As the world’s first YMCA, Central YMCA is a national charity that advances the education, health and wellbeing of our communities. Our vision is to enable everyone to achieve their potential, live a fulfilled life and contribute positively to society.
Our Impact
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people leading healthier lives
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learners developing their careers
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certificates issued to learners
Programmes that help our communities
HortAbility – making horticulture accessible for all
YMCA Training offers a route into professional landscaping, regardless of ability….
How our HIV Positive Health Programme is changing lives
Set up in 1997, Central YMCA’s exercise programme for people living with…
How our Older Adults programme is making an impact
The programme started at Central YMCA over 20 years ago and now…
Project Active – a partnership between Central YMCA and KCBNA
We are working with KCBNA’s Youth Services to provide access to facilities to…
Kickstart has made a significant difference to our business
The Kickstart scheme has allowed Ken to grow his business and Holly…
Central YMCA partner with Nike to ‘power up’ the new-look FTA
Central YMCA has joined forces with Nike to re-launch the ‘YMCA Fitness Training…
People we have supported
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Help us to transform lives
Who we are
Our latest news, feature, stories and profiles
If you want something enjoyable, FTA is the place to be
Sporty Beau aspires to have her own Personal Training business…
Reflecting the communities we serve
Arvinda Gohil explains how to achieve authentic engagement with the people we…
Joining Positive Strokes changed my life
We are delighted to welcome Keir Starmer back to Central YMCA to…
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