Eastern Missouri Family YMCA

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP: $41.00/MONTH (Maximum of 2 adults in the household including IRS allowable dependents/college students through 23)

SINGLE PARENT FAMILY: $33.00/MONTH (One parent in a household including IRS allowable dependents/college students through 23)

ADULT: $31.00/MONTH (Individual 19 years of age through 59)

SENIOR: $28.00/MONTH (60 and over)

SENIOR COUPLE: $33.00/MONTH (60 and over)

YOUTH: $15/ MONTH (12-18 and still in High School)

One time joining fee of $50 on all memberships except youth membership which has a joining fee of $25. 

Ask about our Corporate Discount.

LOCATION

309 South Main

Vandalia,  MO 63382

HOURS

Starting September 10

Monday-Friday:  6:00AM-8:00PM

Saturday: 7:00AM-2:00PM

Sunday: 1:00PM-5:00PM

Effective May 1-September 9

Monday-Friday: 6:00AM-7:00PM

Saturday: 7:00AM-Noon

Sunday: CLOSED

309 South Main

PO Box 32

Vandalia, MO 63382

Phone: 573-594-2208

For more information, questions, cancellations please email Debbie Hopke.

In 2011, Mayor Ramon Barnes formed a mayoral committee to investigate the feasibility of a facility to house a new library and a YMCA in Vandalia. After the committee toured statewide recreation centers, YMCAs, and libraries and gathered information, the group contacted the Y of the USA and Sherry Medley with the Mexico Area Family YMCA to open discussions with community members about membership and financial support for a YMCA. The Vandalia Recreation Corporation (VRC) was reorganized to take the lead in the YMCA project. With the initial support of the Rual Morris Foundation, a USDA loan, the City of Vandalia, and the Mexico Area Family YMCA as the home office, an architect and contractor were hired to bring the floor plans to reality. The 18000 square foot facility would be home to a full-size gymnasium, Wellness Center, Child Watch area, two fitness classrooms, full-size kitchen, and Y Café. 

For the next six years, funds were raised under the guidance of the VRC and Felicity Goodpasture-Culwell who served as president of the VRC. Groundbreaking for the new Eastern Missouri Family YMCA was held on November 2, 2017. A membership drive was held the first week of February 2019 followed by a donor reception on February 8, 2019. The Eastern Missouri Family YMCA opened on Monday, February 11, 2019, at its current location, 309 South Main, Vandalia. 

Ages 6 weeks-11 years old

Effective September 1 - April 30 - Monday - Thursday  4:30pm to 7:30pm

Effective May 1 - August 31 - Monday - Thursday   4:30pm to 6:30pm

The YMCA offers a babysitting service for parents using the Y. Parents must be in the facility and are responsible for furnishing personal care items for their child/children. 

The child watch room is a benefit of membership. If a member checks children who are not members into the room, the fee is $2 per child.

Tuesday and Thursday Morning Classes

• Beginner Cardio-Step movement, sports conditioning, balance, cardio, and strength training are packed into a 45-minute class. Aerobic exercise promotes physical fitness.  6:00AM-6:45AM
• Abs/Core Strengthening-Hit your middle with core conditioning exercises to enhance abdominal definition and stability. Mat work and/or standing exercises at your own pace. 7:00AM-7:30AM 
• A.M. Circuit Class-A great workout alternating strength training and cardiovascular exercise, by becoming familiar with different equipment at the Y. Perfect for all fitness levels! 8:00AM-8:45AM
• Chair Exercise-This class includes 45 minutes of lower and upper body exercises emphasizing range of motion, building endurance, balance, and stretching. 9:15AM-10:am

Monday and Friday Morning Classes

• Forever Fit-A fun group class that keeps you moving, but is easy on the muscles and joints. This one-hour class focuses on balance, muscle strength, flexibility and endurance. Class can be done with or without a chair. Monday Only 9:15AM-10:15AM
• Power Half Hour-A 30 minute class to get you ready for the weekend. Interval training, core focus, upper and lower body work, strength and conditioning. Friday Only 9:30AM-10:00AM
• Chair Stretch and Balance-With an emphasis on stretching, breathing exercises, range of motion, and controlled postures, all fitness levels will benefit from this one-hour class. 10:30AM-11:30AM

Wednesday Evening Class

• Yoga-This 45 minute class is the perfect way to end the day. Yoga is a discipline that involves both the mind and the body. Yoga is a combination of physical postures, breathing methods, and meditation or relaxation. 6:00PM-6:45PM

Thursday Evening Class

• Cardio Strength Circuit-The variety of cardio and compound exercises will engage all of your muscles, including your core and stabilizer muscles for an effective total body workout. You will keep the heart rate elevated throughout the 45 minute workout so you burn more calories both during and after the workout.  6:00PM-6:45PM

• Cybex Treadmills
• Cybex Arc Trainers
• Hoist ROC-IT Abs-pivoting seat pad provides multiple abdominal exercises and results.
• Hoist Pec Fly/Rear Delt-swiveling handles with rotating grips provide multiple hand positions, adjustable range of motion exercise arms for pec fly or rear delt exercises, seven-seat pad adjustments for varying user heights.
• Hoist Chin/Dip Assist-offers 14 exercise variations; 7 with assistance and 7 without; rock grip handles that provide wrist, arm, and shoulder strength.
• Hoist Leg Press/Calf Raise-large oval foot plate provides multiple foot positions for both leg press and calf exercises.
• Hoist Functional Trainer-space efficient functional trainer; five pull-up/chin-up grip options, including patented Flip N Grip, handles, and rock grips.
• Hoist Chest Press/Shoulder Press-multiple seat and press arm options; dual position hand grips.
• Hoist Leg Curl/Leg Extension-eight back pad adjustments for varying leg lengths.
• Hoist Preacher Curl/Triceps Extension-allows the performance of biceps and triceps exercises in one machine.
• Hoist Lat Pulldown/Mid Row-telescoping chest pad with integrated thigh pads provide proper positioning and support for pulldown and mid-row exercises.
• Hip Adductor/Abductor Machine - Strong adductor/abductor muscles help with lower body exercises such as squats and lunges, plus can improve core stability, better coordinate movements and improve general flexibility.
• Hoist 7 Degree Smith Squat Rack-7° angle on linear exercise movement; EZ-LOC LATCHING MECHANISMTM automatically locks and unlocks weight bar and safety stops; Starting weight of Olympic Bar: 25 lbs.
• Octane Max Rower-dual resistance, self powered rowing machine, 14 interval workouts, multi-grip handlebar.
• PowerMill Climber-A smooth stepping motion and 26 different speeds make the PowerMill ideal for exercisers who prefer slow climbs or those looking for one of the most challenging and intense cardio workouts at the gym.
• Matrix R3X Recumbent Bike-users of all experience levels easily navigate the LED console display; Ergo Form seat and back pad enhance comfort and support; Step-thru entry for easy access Low-watt starting resistance.
• Matrix U3X Upright Bike-Intuitive one-hand adjustment fine tunes seat position; race-inspired handles provide a comfortable ride experience; step-thru entry for easy access.
• Schwinn AD Pro Dual Action Bike-unlike traditional exercise bikes, those based around air resistance can meet every skill/intensity level because they have no minimum or maximum tension settings. Resistance is controlled naturally by the rider's effort. With the Airdyne AD Pro, you can pedal slowly for a low-intensity and low-impact workout or pedal faster for more resistance.

Subject to additions, deletions, and schedule changes. 

Youth Certification Class for the Wellness Center (Cardio and Multifunction equipment only)

Members Only

For youth ages 12-14

Classes are held each Monday from 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 

Limited to 2 participants per class (Sign-up is required with a $25 fee at least 24 hours in advance)

Programs 

Tumbling- This program is offered for boys and girls. Age 3 and older. Tumbling is an introduction to basic tumbling skills, plus builds confidence and self-esteem, while developing social and physical growth. 

Sessions and offerings may vary throughout the year.

Flag Football- This program is offered for boys and girls. K- 6TH Grade

FALL SESSION: Saturday mornings in October- 5 Week Session

SPRING SESSION: Saturday mornings in April- 5 Week Session

Wiffle T-Ball- This program is offered for boys and girls. Age 3-5 years.

This program is a great introduction to the game, plus listening and social skill development.

Registration: First of April-Mid May

SEASON (4 weeks): June-July Games are played on Monday evenings

SEASON 2 (4 weeks): October skills and games on Monday evenings

Basketball- This program is offered for boys and girls. K- 6TH Grade. Only the Kindergarten age group is co-ed.

Age Divisions: Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grade, 3rd & 4th grade, 5th & 6th grade

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER SEASON: Saturday mornings in October- 5 Week Session

WINTER SKILS JANUARY/FEBRUARY SEASON: Saturday mornings in April- 5 Week Session

Indoor/Outdoor Soccer- This program is offered for boys and girls. Age 3 -12 Years. Designed to emphasize skill development, build character and have fun while learning the basics of dribbling, shooting, and passing in a positive environment. 

FALL SEASON: Saturday mornings in February/March

WINTER SEASON: Saturday mornings in September/October

Plus Weekly evening practices

Ballet- This program is offered for boys and girls, Age 3 and older. This program alternates with tumbling each session and age group

Sports Clinics-Sports Clinics vary throughout the year but have included Speed and Agility, Flag Football, Youth Volleyball, and Youth Basketball skills.

Team Sponsorships are available. Contact Debbie Hopke for details.

We are always looking for additional programs and ideas to engage our YMCA family and beyond. Please contact Debbie if you have ideas for new programs and are willing to volunteer for any programs.

How to Register the Eastern Missouri Family YMCA

1. Visit the Programs & Signup Page
2. Click "Change" at the upper left hand corner to change your location to "Eastern Missouri Family YMCA"
3. Choose your program

If you have an account finish the registration process.

If you do not have an account:

1. In the upper right hand corner click "Sign Up"
2. Choose Eastern Missouri Family YMCA
3. Choose the "Participant" Membership

• Pickleball, Basketball, and Ping Pong are open every day.
• Adult Co-Ed Volleyball and Adult Co-Ed 3 on 3 Basketball.
• Annual Turkey Trot 5 K- Run/Walk- Thanksgiving Day @ 7:30AM
• Annual YMCA Fall 5K- Run/Walk- Fourth Saturday in September at 7:00AM

• Healthy Kids Day (Last Saturday in April)
• Velcome to the Y Halloween (End of October)
• Summer Food Service Lunch Program (End of Van-Far Summer school through end of July)

Executive Director- Brooke Oliver

Branch Director- Debbie Hopke

Eastern Missouri Family YMCA Advisory Board:

Jane Hannaford

Brandy Holt

Kay Reading

Shawn Mueller

Pamela Pargeon 

Brenda Gower

The Eastern Missouri Family YMCA does not issue refunds on programs or memberships unless the YMCA cancels them. 

A credit may be offered in place of a refund for a paid class that an individual would be unable to complete due to serious illness, etc. when approved by the Branch Director. This credit can be used toward any program or membership offered by the YMCA and is good for one year from issuance.

No refunds or credits will be given for missing classes or activities beyond the control of the YMCA.