November News: We’re thankful for you

Nov 05, 2025

We’re thankful for you

November leads us into the season of celebration, gratitude, and gathering with friends and family. Keep reading to learn about events, activities, and more at the Y!

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Your team is calling

The game is about to begin! Registration for winter youth sports closes soon. We’re offering:

Young athletes will grow their skills, develop confidence, and make new friends. Seasons begin in December. Click here to find all available options.

When school’s out, the Y is in

School’s Out camps at the Y provide a safe and fun environment for kids when class isn’t in session. This month we’re offering camps for:

Veterans Day:
- Asheville City Schools Pre-K (ages 3-5)
- Buncombe County (ages 5-12)
- McDowell County (ages 5-12)
Thanksgiving Break:
- Asheville City Schools (ages 3-5)
- Buncombe County (ages 5-12)

Registration closes five days before the program date. Find all available options here.

We also offer Kids Club, a half-day option at YMCAs for members. This benefit gives you the opportunity to leave the facility while your child enjoys fun activities and makes new friends. Ages 1-12. Click here to find a time that works for you.

Building bright futures

We’re excited to announce the launch of Reach & Rise®, a national YMCA mentoring program. This initiative is designed to build a better future for youth by helping them reach their full potential through the support of caring adults. Learn more about the program here.

Carve out time for you

Need time for yourself in preparation for the holidays? Let the Y care for your child with Parents Night Out. They'll have fun while you run errands, enjoy a date night, or simply relax. Available for both members and nonmembers.

MEMBER BONUS: Every quarter, household members and single adult members with dependents receive one free Parents Time Out session per child. A variety of sessions are offered every weekend at multiple locations. Choose one that works best for you.

Be water ready

Dive into a new year of swimming success with winter lessons at the Y! Designed for all ages and skill levels, these classes help kids learn, grow, and achieve their swimming goals in a safe environment. Discover our options here.

HEALTHY LIVING

It's Crunch time!

Motivate yourself to stay healthy by joining Holiday Crunch! This annual fitness challenge runs Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Sign up Nov. 10 through Dec. 14 at any Y and start recording your workouts on the challenge board. Complete 20 workouts during the crunch period to be rewarded with a happier, healthier you – and a T-shirt too! Learn more here.

BONUS: You can earn two stickers by working a volunteer shift and two by participating in the Togetherhood food drive from Nov. 16-22.

Find out what you’re made of

Leave the guessing behind and learn what’s going on inside your body with the InBody 380 body composition analyzer. This noninvasive analysis gives you a more complete picture of your health, not just your weight. Our coaching staff will teach you how to interpret your results to reach your fitness goals.

Stop by the front desk to schedule your 30-minute appointment. The first scan is free for members. Learn more and find the schedule here.

Reduce your risk

Do you know your risk of type 2 diabetes? The YMCA offers no-cost diabetes risk screenings and HbA1c testing at select locations. Offered in English and Spanish/Ofrecemos en Español. To reserve your spot, call 828-575-2922 or email [email protected].

Learn more about how the Y offers free, research-based support with preventing or managing type 2 diabetes here.

Workouts that work for you

Make your time working out really pay off with a personal trainer. Whether you’re coming back from an injury, focused on proper form, or ready to level up a personal best, now is an excellent time to invest in yourself and save. Find personal training options here.

Plan your holiday visits

The Y believes in building a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, and that includes giving our staff time off during the holidays. Please note these operating hours:

Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27: Closed
Christmas Eve, Dec. 24: Closing at 1 p.m.
Christmas Day, Dec. 25: Closed
Day after Christmas, Dec. 26: Opening at 8 a.m.
New Year's Eve, Dec. 31: Closing at 1 p.m.
New Year's Day, Jan. 1: Opening at 8 a.m.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Always here for you

If you’ve been affected by the shutdown, please know you’re not alone. In times of need, the YMCA is here to help. We offer financial assistance for membership and programs, as well as provide healthy, free food at our mobile food markets to families and individuals in need, no questions asked. Email [email protected] or call 828-251-5910 to learn more.

Donate food this fall

We’re hosting a Togetherhood food drive at all centers from Nov. 16-22. Throughout the week, we’ll be collecting nonperishable food items and canned goods. These efforts help us provide healthy meals and essential groceries to individuals and families in need throughout our community.

Want to get involved? Click here to learn more and sign up to volunteer.

Veterans, we salute you

We’re grateful to all military veterans for their courage, strength, dedication, and sacrifices made to protect and keep us safe. We remember this all throughout the year, especially on Veterans Day.

The Y's Military Appreciation program covers several types of membership with corresponding rates, which apply as long as the veteran or active military individual is a Y member. Joining fees are waived for veterans, active military, and their family members.

Donate blood to make a difference

Give the gift of life! The Ferguson Family YMCA is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, Nov. 29 from 12:30-5 p.m. Donate blood and help make a difference in the lives of others. Reserve your time here.

Give back on Giving Tuesday

Nonprofits like the Y celebrate Giving Tuesday on Dec. 2. Your gift supports our efforts to strengthen our community. Help us make a difference and donate here.

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