Category: Social Responsibility

Staff members were honored and recognized at the YMCA of Coastal Carolina All Staff meeting in January.

David Byrd, CEO of the YMCA of Coastal Carolina, shared “This represents 429 years of service towards advancing our Y Mission. We are very proud of each of you, THANK YOU!”

25+ YEARS OF SERVICE

• Coppell, Katherine – Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Krenzer, Judith – Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Odonnell, Joan – Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Krenzer, Michelle – Association Services

20 YEARS OF SERVICE

• Benner, Dawn – Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Harrison, Tricia – Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA

15 YEARS OF SERVICE

Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA

• Centola, Kathryn
• Chadwick-Jenkins, Lori
• Cloutier, Carolyn
• Davis, Blair
• Huber, Peter
• Ries, Hana
• Vinson, Deane
• Westerfield, Jillian

Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA

• Boyd, Isabelle
• Edwards, Rachel
• Golden, Theophia

Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA

• Mcneely, Jennifer S

10 YEARS OF SERVICE

Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA

• Ayala, Claudia
• Babcock, Christopher
• Baker, Tamala
• Barnhill, Michelle
• Cirina, Marion
• Crowe, Dennis
• Decarlojr, Thomas
• Finney, Autumn
• Finney, Morgan
• Harper, Lori
• Hernandez, Yohency
• Lauria, Melissa
• Mcculley, Marc
• Patterson, Pamela
• Spencer, Gaylynn

Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA

• Mccall, Tanya
• Guerry, Sally
• Moody, Roberta
• Triplett, Barry

Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA

• Giltmier, Jennifer
• Healan, Laurie
• Kitzmiller, Lisa

5 YEARS OF SERVICE

Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA

• Barnes, Bryan
• Bucholtz, Nicholas
• Campos, Ivy D
• Finney, Jacob
• Finney, Madeline
• Finney, Sophia
• Foultz, Ross
• Funderburke, Billy
• Griggs, Brianna
• Griggs, Makayla
• Hand Jr, Haywood M
• Lauria, Kenneth
• Leggett, Gabriela
• Malca Elol, Marion
• Malfa, Carolyn
• Mitchell, Jesse
• Mueller, Jason
• Otoole, Michele Marie
• Parker, Stevie Leigh
• Ploetz, Jeannie
• Rumbaugh, Eleonora
• Shifflett, Tiffany
• Tata, Amy
• Torres, Jayde Taylor
• Windell, Cathy

Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA

• Bauer, Gina
• Deeter, Virginia
• Floyd Iii, Dexter
• Goins, Marie
• Hutto, Lisa
• Ladson, Carl
• Mcgrogan, Kathleen
• Smith, Johnnie
• Tisdale, Laverne
• Wahler, Susan
• Walker, Patricia

Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA

• Leo, Robert
• Steere, Helena
• Wendt, Drue

Association Services

• Thornton, Donna
• Schirnhofer, Dawn M

1 YEAR OF SERVICE

Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA

• Caroleojack, Linda Madeline
• Clark, Robin
• Conlan, Edward Jude
• Coppola, Vincenzo S
• Crews, Julia A
• Crooks, Molly Ann
• Decosta, Lori Marie
• Dhir, Gauri
• Doran, Annamarie C
• Dungee, Allison R
• Gilman, Jack Robert
• Gratke, Annette
• Herring, Jeffrey Scott
• Herring, Michelle Lyn
• Janowicz, Nora Elizabeth
• Jenkins, Ryleigh Faith
• Justiniano Jr, Angel Luis
• Karney, Makenzie Marie
• Kelser, Connie
• Kryla, Natalia K
• Lauria, Blake A
• Levy, Elaine A
• Linck, Bella Grace
• Macdonald, Donna Lee
• Magiera, Gary S
• Malena, Mikayla B
• Markovitz, Susan
• Martin, Faith E
• Mitchell, Alexandra Leigh
• Moss Ms, Phoebe Delaine
• Newell, Melissa N
• Parent, Alexandra
• Penkala, James Michael
• Rankin, Barbara
• Reilly, Kerrigan Joe

Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA

• Akerberg, Barbara E
• Bowers, Ernest L
• Cobb, Shawanda
• Jackson, Chance Philip
• Laliberte, Rainey
• Larocco, Michelle Patricia
• Lawrence, Candice A
• Leger, Pamela
• Marshall, Zachary
• Pope, Grayson Eve
• Pritchett Jr, Donald
• Ravalese, Theresa F
• Spigner, Jordan Eloise
• Sykes, Caron Renard
• Taylor, Laura
• Ward, Barbara Suggs
• Windley, Jazaria T

Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA

• Abdul Hafiz, Sandra Jean
• Arrington, Jacqueline
• Baillie, Shannon Ann
• Bankert, Maura Nicole
• Broach, Ava Lee
• Caldwell, Dawn Leslie
• Culler, Martha
• Danielle-Jones, Tracy
• Didyoung Iii, James Francis
• Doerr, Mia
• Eberly, Kelly Anne
• Feagin, Dylan Hunter
• Floyd, Nancy
• Friedman, Patricia Louise
• Galbavy, Sarah
• Gibson, Jerrie
• Gibson, Willie
• Giltmier, Nathaniel
• Hampton, Harry
• Hatton, Toni
• Hill, Angie
• Hill, Malinda Marie
• Hoff, Elena
• Joyce, Abby
• Kaiser, Barbara
• Keillor, Christine Alice
• Lightfoot, Reagan
• Mascetti, Bre Elizabeth
• Mccall Burke, Drew L
• Moran, Jennifer D
• Morris, Richard
• Norman, Bruce Ragnar
• Picillo, Arianna
• Pringle, Diane
• Ross, Clara Coleen
• Schaefer, Theo
• Smith, Lauren
• Sporrer, Luann
• Streeter, Keyanna Meka
• Sullivan, Sarah
• Sumpter, Tyeshia Laquelle
• Szarowicz, Nancy
• Talbot, Susan Mary
• Thompson, Deborah Huckeba
• Thompson, Meagan
• Utley, Lorraine
• Walsh, Cathie
• Williams, Neil Carson
• Wilson, Angela
• Wilson, Katie
• Young, Adele

Association Services

• Hatton Gravely
• Grace Engel

Senior Leadership Team Years of Service

• David Byrd, 47 years
• Marc McCulley, 13 years
• Hatton Gravely, 1 year
• Laurie Healan, 13 years
• Michelle Krenzer, 32 years
• Donna Thornton, 5 years
• Zach Marshall, 1 year

Healthy Habits, Month 1: Get Started

Are you looking forward to the New Year? 2024 is almost here! This year, the YMCA of Coastal Carolina and Tidelands Health will help you get 1% better every day in 2024 by creating consistent healthy habits.

• What is it? The Healthy Habits program includes 12 monthly goals that can help you be the best version of yourself and a Healthy Habits tracker to help you stay on track! 
• Get a 1% Better Every Day T-Shirt: The first 100 members who visit the Y on Jan. 1 will receive a t-shirt! 
• January Goal: Just get started!
• Learn more: Healthy Habits, Month 1

EVENTS

Tidelands Tuesday Talk: Eat Right and Exercise More! POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER

• What:Tidelands Health Registered Dietitian, Hope Brinkman, will share simple ways to eat healthier. Angie Hill, Senior Health and Wellness Director at the Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA, will help you move more. 
• Cost: Free to everyone (but must register online)
• Date and Time: Originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 9th. Currently rescheduling the event for a later time.
• Location: Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA 
• Sign up: Healthy Living Programs – YMCA of Coastal Carolina (coastalcarolinaymca.org)

YMCA of Coastal Carolina Special Announcement in Andrews

The YMCA of Coastal Carolina received an incredible grant to expand programs into Andrews, South Carolina in 2024. 

YMCA of Coastal Carolina representatives will be making an official announcement about the grant and future plans in Andrews on January 15th at the Town of Andrews Martin Luther King Event. Following the event, we will host a meet and greet event to answer questions and share program information at our new office space on Main Street in Andrews.

• Date: January 15 
• Time: 12 p.m. 
• Location: Andrews Town Hall to the MLK, Jr. Monument
• Reception Following: New YMCA of Coastal Community Development & Outreach Director Future Office on Main Street

Active Adults Snacks, Learn, and Mingle

• What: Meet Donna Brown, the new Active Adult Director for the YMCA of Coastal Carolina and learn about current and future fitness classes along with upcoming social activities for Active Adults!
• Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA: 1 – 2 p.m. on Jan. 18 and Jan. 25
• Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA: 11 – 12 p.m. on Jan. 19 and Jan. 23
• Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA: 1:45 – 2:45 p.m. on Jan. 22 and Jan. 29

Blood Drive with The Blood Connection

• Where: Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA
• When: January 19 from 3 – 6:30 p.m.
• Sign up for a time: Registration and scheduling link

Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm 

• What: K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y! 
• Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More 
• Myrtle Beach: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm at Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA 

PROGRAMS

Georgetown Golf at the Y 

• What: Join us for six one-hour sessions of golfing fun suitable for all ages 4 and up. Whether you are a complete novice or an experienced golfer, this event is for you! Our dedicated golf pros, Champ, and Mike, will guide you through learning and improving your golf game. 
• When: January 10^th, 17^th, 24^th, 31^st, February 7^th and 21^st  
• Times: 4:30PM-5:30PM 
• Fees: Members $109 Non-members $136, Registration opens 12/1/23  
• Sign Up: Register online

Georgetown Homeschool Swim and Gym 

• Have your kids start the new year off right by getting involved in our Swim and Gym program!
• Ages: 4-14
• Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31 
• Times: 1:00pm-3:00pm 

Myrtle Beach Homeschool Swim & Gym 

• New session starts January 17^th 
• Now accepting 3 and 4-year-olds 

Myrtle Beach Group Swim Lessons  

• January 15^th-March 9^th  
• Registration open 
• Age 6 months – adult 
• NEW midday sessions added 

Myrtle Beach Private Lessons 

• Registration now available online 
• Now accepting 2-year-olds 

Community CPR + babysitting classes 

• Stay tuned – coming soon! 

Lifeguard Certification Course 

• January 3^rd-5^th 
• Registration open 
• FREE for anyone hired from the course 

Swim Instructor Certification Course 

• January 26^th-28^th 
• Contact Autumn Finney at [email protected] for more information 
• FREE for anyone hired from the course 

Hurricanes Swim Team 

• Still accepting new swimmers 
• Team evaluations every Monday-Thursday at 5pm-6pm 
• Contact Coach Jillian at [email protected] for more information 

Myrtle Beach Adult Soccer

• What: Our 5v5 Adult league is a great way to have a fun and safe soccer experience! All games are on Sunday afternoons behind the YMCA. Cost is $25 for members and $45 for non-members.  Season includes a minimum of 6 games.
• Rules: For more information about the rules please click here YMCA-Adult-5v5-Soccer-Rules
• Questions: please contact Jason Mueller (Sports Director) at 843-449-9622 or [email protected]
• Sign up: Adult Soccer 5 v 5 Registration

Merry Christmas to our Y family, friends, and supporters!

The YMCA was founded on Christian principles in 1844 in London, England and then expanded to this country in 1851 to Boston and spread across the country and the world. Our Coastal Carolina YMCA was founded in 1983 and has impacted thousands of lives over the last 40 years. While Christian principles guide how the Y serves the underserved and cares for our communities across the world, we are not a religious organization. 

I have spent several decades working with YMCAs in Israel and Palestine in the Middle East, understanding how different cultures apply Christian principles through welcoming all faiths and backgrounds. This year has been especially difficult for families in that region, and I pray daily for peace for the people experiencing turmoil right now.  

As we prepare to celebrate Christmas and the birth of Jesus, we follow Christ’s teachings to love all neighbors and help those that do not share our exact beliefs. 

We listen.

We respond.

We help those in need.

We share.

We welcome all to be a part of the YMCA of Coastal Carolina.

We inspire hope and possibility for all. 

Thank you for your support, care, and love of the Y throughout 2023. We look forward to serving you and expanding our mission in 2024

Sincerely, 

David Byrd

Chief Executive (Encouragement) Officer
YMCA of Coastal Carolina

The annual Fore the Kids Fundraiser was held at TopGolf in Myrtle Beach to raise money to support the YMCA of Coastal Carolina’s Hope and Possibilities Fund. The Hope and Possibilities fund makes it possible for families in need to have access to all the YMCA offers to the community: swim lessons, youth sports, wellness, Afterschool, and more.

Our donors and sponsors make it possible. Together, we can teach more kids to swim, help more kids be a part of a team, support more in our community with chronic conditions, assist more to join the Y, and so much more by donating to the Hope and Possibilities Fund.

Thank you to our teams and sponsors!

Eagle Sponsors

• Century 21 Boling
• Angelo’s
• CCNB

Birdie Sponsors

• United Bank
• Burr Forman
• Anderson Brothers Bank
• HUB International
• The Citizens Bank Team 1 
• The Citizens Bank Team 2
• Bellamy Law Firm
• Wells Fargo Advisors

Teams

• Cliff Tall & Randy Wallace
• The Jackson Companies
• Your Golf Package
• South State Bank
• Matrix
• Doxa Church

Hole Sponsor

• FBI Construction

Photo Album

Planksgiving challenge  

• What: a daily plank challenge with different variations for the month of November. Win a prize if the challenge is completed.  
• When: The month of November 2023 
• Cost: Free 

Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm 

• What: K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y! 
• Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More 
• Myrtle Beach: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm at Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA 
• Georgetown: Every Wednesday! (1^st and 3^rd from 3:00-6:30 PM & 2^nd and 4^th from 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM) at Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA 

Georgetown Center Thanksgiving Lunch 

• What: Members and staff will share a Thanksgiving meal together in the lobby of the YMCA.   
• When: Friday, November 10 at 12:00 noon 
• Where: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA 

Crabby Mike’s Fish Fry 

• What: Crabby Mike’s Fish Fry: All Proceeds go to the YMCA Inspiring Hope and Possibility campaign 
• When: Monday, November 13^th from 4:30-7:30pm 
• Where: Crabby Mike’s – Surfside, SC 
• Cost: $15 per plate 

Fore the Kids Fundraiser at TopGolf 

• What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Thursday, October 5th. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.  
• When: November 15^th from 5 – 8 p.m. 
• Location: TopGolf Myrtle Beach 
• Participate: Click here for participation information

Parents Night Out 

• What: Your kids will have a blast at the YMCA while you take a well-deserved break. Children will enjoy a night of games, dancing, crafts, swimming, making memories along with ending the night watching a family friendly movie. Dinner will be provided along with a light snack. 
• Where: 
• Claire Chapin Epps: November 17^th 5:30-10:00 PM 
• Cost: $15/Members $45/Non-Members 
• Georgetown: November 18^th from 6:00-9:00 PM 
• Cost: $10/Members $25/Non-Members 
• Link: https://www.coastalcarolinaymca.org/programs/95240?locations=13 

Learn more about the Pawleys Day Spa

Schools Out Camp in Georgetown 

• What: School’s Out Days are an adventure that provides a fun, safe place to be when kids don’t have school! This camp inspired program includes a balance of fun, educational, & creative activities while developing the potential of every child. 
• When: November 20^th – 22^nd from 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM 
• Where: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA 
• Cost: $25/Day  
• RSVP Link: https://www.coastalcarolinaymca.org/programs/21378764/school-s-out-camp/?locations=15 

Schools Out Camp in Pawleys Island

• What: School’s Out Days are an adventure that provides a fun, safe place to be when kids don’t have school! This camp inspired program includes a balance of fun, educational, & creative activities while developing the potential of every child. 
• When: November 20^th – 22^nd from 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM 
• Cost: $35/Day members $50 non-members  
• RSVP Link: School’s Out Camp – YMCA of Coastal Carolina (coastalcarolinaymca.org) 

Schools Out Camp in Myrtle Beach

• Dates: November: 20^th 21^st and 22^nd  
• Time: 7:30am – 5:30pm 
• Location: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA 5000 Claire Chapin Epps Dr, Myrtle Beach 
• Activities: We engage campers in fun developmentally appropriate activities to keep them physically active, build character, form deeper friendships, and create fond memories. We fill the day with indoor and outdoor group games, sports, teambuilding, crafts, science, swimming, and plenty of time to use their imagination and just play. All activities are included in the cost of the program. We open the door for campers at 7:30 am. Our main themed program will take place from 9am-4pm. Aftercare is included and open until 5:30 pm. 
• Link: https://www.coastalcarolinaymca.org/programs/21378764/#division_21380396 

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Register for Programs

Group Swim Lessons – 2024 Sessions (Claire Chapin Epps) 

• Date: Opening December 5^th, starting January 8^th-13^th  
• Ages 6 months-adults 
• Group Swim Lessons – YMCA of Coastal Carolina (coastalcarolinaymca.org) 

Private Swim Lessons 

• 2024 private lessons will start as early as 2yo.  
• Registration open year-round 
• Rates increase in January – purchase now to save (must use within 6 months of purchase date) 
• Private Swim Lessons – YMCA of Coastal Carolina (coastalcarolinaymca.org) 

Homeschool Swim & Gym 

• Registration for remainder of 2023-2024 sessions open 
• Ages 5-14 
• Homeschool Swim & Gym – YMCA of Coastal Carolina (coastalcarolinaymca.org) 

U.S. Masters Swim 

• Registration open  
• Ages 18+ 
• Weekly practices posted on-deck + available swim meets  
• T-shirt and cap available upon registration for competitive track 
• U.S. Masters Swimming – YMCA of Coastal Carolina (coastalcarolinaymca.org) 

Community CPR and Babysitting Courses – Coming in 2024 

• Registration opens January 2024  
• Ages 10+ 
• Open to members and non-members 

YMCA of Coastal Carolina Hurricanes Swim Team 

• Registration open  
• Ages 5-18 
• Evaluations available upon request ([email protected]) 
• Swim Team – YMCA of Coastal Carolina (coastalcarolinaymca.org) 

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Jumpstart Preschool 

STILL OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT! 

• About the program: At the Y, we believe that children learn best through play. Our safe environment gives kids the perfect place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships plus cultivate fine and gross motor skills. We plan our classes to develop each child’s self-esteem and strong image of self-worth. In every class, we encourage children to explore, ask questions and solve problems. Our early childhood educators provide a warm and secure atmosphere with five areas of focus to help kids meet and exceed developmental milestones: learning, life skills, healthy habits, socialization and fine and gross motor skills. 

Daily Activities include: 

• Play  
• Arts & Creativity  
• Science & Discovery 
• Mathematics  
• Fine & Motor Gross Activities  
• Language & Literacy  
• Social Studies  
• Emotional Health  
• Indoor & Outdoor Physical Fitness  

PROGRAM PARTNERS! 

• First Baptist Church – (optional, parent approved) Child appropriate bible lessons. 
• First Steps – Raising a Reader Book Program 
• NEW! Chapin Library – Music and Movement Classes on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month! 
• NEW! Myrtle Beach Art Museum – Art Lessons on the 2nd Monday of each month! 
• Register: https://www.coastalcarolinaymca.org/programs/21378761?locations=13 

Special Events

OCTOBER 29: BUILDINGS WILL BE CLOSED

The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host an All Staff Meeting on October 29th so we can continue to build the best Y for you. All three YMCA of Coastal Carolina center locations will be closed for the day in order to allow our staff to spend the day with their families so they can spend the evening with their Y family.

• What: All three center locations in Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island, and Georgetown will be closed all day on Sunday, October 29th for an all staff meeting.
• When: All Day, October 29th

Register for the Fore the Kids Fundraiser at TopGolf 

• What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Thursday, October 5th. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.  
• When: November 15^th from 5 – 8 p.m. 
• Location: TopGolf Myrtle Beach 
• Participate: Click here for participation information https://www.coastalcarolinaymca.org/sponsor-a-team-at-our-fore-the-kids-fundraiser/  

Global Fusion Dance Fitness Classes at Tidal Creek Brewhouse

• What: Get your morning started with a fun dance fitness class at Tidal Creek Brewhouse!
• Where: Tidal Creek Brewhouse on the Beer Garden Lawn
• When: 9am to 10am every Saturday in October

Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm

• What: K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y!
• Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More
• When: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm
• Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA

Schools Out Camp 

• What: School’s Out Days are an adventure that provides a fun, safe place to be when kids don’t have school! This camp inspired program includes a balance of fun, educational, & creative activities while developing the potential of every child.
• Georgetown and Pawleys Island: October 9 -13 
• Myrtle Beach: October 9 & 10
• Register online: Registration + details

Parents Night Out

• Myrtle Beach: October 20 at the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Georgetown: October 21 at the Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
• Pawleys Island: September 30 at the Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA
• Who: for parents!
• What: Drop off the children with our certified staff and rest assured they will have as much fun as you. 
• Sign up: Click here for Registration + Details

Safe@Home by Safe Sitter®

• What: Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a 90-minute program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone.  Students learn how to practice safe habits, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Students are also introduced to the Safe Sitter® First Aid Chart and learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. The program is designed to prepare students for their first steps towards independence. The main topics are personal, online, indoor, and outdoor safety.  
• Georgetown: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA  on Monday, October 9  from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.  
• Myrtle Beach: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA on Tuesday, October 10
• Register: Registration info + details

Monster Dash

• What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is the non-profit partner for the Inaugural Monster Dash 5K and Spooky Shuffle 1 Mile at Broadway at the Beach! They have lots of fun and exciting things planned for the entire family to kick off the Halloween season! Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume! Prizes given for the winners!
• Where: The Hangout Myrtle Beach
• When: Saturday, October 28
• Discount code: YMCA10
• Register: Registration info + details

Trick or Treat at the Y

• What: Looking for a sweet spot for your family to trick-or-treat on Halloween night? Don’t forget to swing by the Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA while you are out looking for treats. Costumed staff and volunteers will be handing out candy and prizes behind 20 of our inside doors throughout the building. It’s spooktacular- REALLY…not to spooky decorations, cool lights, just a FUN time that feels like a walk-thru party with DJ Brett Gash
• When: Tuesday, Oct 31 from 5-7 pm
• Where: Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA

        

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What classes would you like us to offer?

Tidelands Health is offering classes in partnership with the YMCA of Coastal Carolina to help you and your family live better lives through better health. Please share which events you would be most interested in attending, and we will send you information when the class is scheduled.

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Register for programs

Flag Football Registration

• Registration Dates: Early registration ends 10/1/23. Late registration is open until 10/22/23.
• Season Dates: 10/16/23 – 12/16/23. 
• Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA in Myrtle Beach
• Ages: Ages 5-15 as of August 31, 2023
• What: NFL FLAG is the premier youth flag football league for boys and girls ages 5-15. The program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning life lessons in teamwork.
• More info: Flag Football Info + Registration

Group Swim Lessons 

• What: The Y’s swim lesson progression curriculum is designed to help participants reach their goals and provide a clear progression track.
• Dates: Fall, Session 1 runs August 21^st-October October 14^th  
• NEW locations and times posted 
• More info: Registration information

Homeschool Swim & Gym 

• What: Our Swim & Gym Program provides an opportunity for children who are homeschooled or virtual learning to come to the Y once a week to develop healthy habits, make new friends, and enjoy new forms of exercise and games!  This 4-week program is designed to allow kids to sample a wide variety of sports, learn water safety and swim skills, and other activities throughout the year. 
• Dates: Full school-year  
• Locations: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA and Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Ages: 5-14 
• Registration now open: Registration Info

Jumpstart Preschool

• What: Jumpstart Preschool is a half-day program. Our safe environment gives kids the perfect place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships plus cultivate fine and gross motor skills. We plan our classes to develop each child’s self-esteem and strong image of self-worth. In every class, we encourage children to explore, ask questions and solve problems. 
• Preschool ages: 18m-5yr 
• Location: 304 N Oak St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
• Registration is open: Registration information

Y Runners

• What: Y Runners is designed for kids, ages 5 to 14, who wish to get intentional individual training in endurance, cross-country, and running technique.Races will be between 1 and 1.5 miles, practice twice per week for one hour.
• Registration: Early registration Sept. 1-18, regular Sept. 19-Oct. 19 (practices don’t start until November. Registration info + details
• Location: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA

U.S. Masters Swimming

• What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is now a registered U.S. Masters Swimming club (YCC). We provide daily workouts and monthly information on local meets so you can continue to compete in a fun environment. 
• Ages: 18+ 
• Sign up: Click here for registration info + details

The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Wednesday, November 15. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.

Companies are invited to sponsor a team of six to participate in the event.

Proceeds support the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA.

Sponsor a Team

Your participation in our any of our fundraisers provide financial assistance for families to join the Y, learn to swim, participate in youth sports, and have a safe space for kids to learn and grow at our After School and Summer Camp programs.

Find your reason to give

Everyone has access to the YMCA thanks to donor support. Safe spaces for kids to learn and grow. Outreach to seniors who are feeling isolated. Opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. We do not turn anyone away for membership or any of our programs due to financial assistance. These are just a few of the many reasons to give to the Y. Help us support our mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. 

At the Y, we connect people to a greater sense of purpose and to each other to make our community stronger.

Special Events

Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm

• What: K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y!
• Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More
• When: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm
• Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA

Blood Pressure Screening

• What: Have your blood pressure checked by a Registered Nurse! Education and support will be provided. 
• When: September 7 from 9 am – 12 pm
• Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Fees: Free!
• Learn more: Blood Pressure Screening Information

Pain Management with Dr. Bert Fichman of Tidelands Health 

• What: Classroom style Seminar with Dr. Fichman  will give an overview of pain management. Learn about different sources of pain. Discover ways to manage pain 
• Date: September 15th at 3pm
• Location: Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA
• Register online: Registration info

HeartSaver – CPR

• What: Heartsaver – CPR and choking relief techniques will be discussed for adults and pediatrics. This class is appropriate for daycare workers and anyone interested in learning CPR; this class is not appropriate for healthcare providers. Taught by certified CPR instructors, this class follows American Heart Association guidelines.
• Where: Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA
• When: Thursday, September 28th from 1 – 4 p.m.
• Fees: $65
• Register online: Registration information

Flick & Float

• What: Bring your floats and watch a movie in the Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA pool 
• When: Friday September 29^th @ 7:00pm 
• Where: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA 
• Bring: floats, popcorn and candy sold for $1 each 
• Details: Registration information  

Parents Night Out

• When & Where: September 15 in Myrtle Beach, September 16 in Georgetown
• Who: for parents!
• What: Drop off the children with our certified staff and rest assured they will have as much fun as you. 
• Sign up: Click here for Registration + Details

Register for the Fore the Kids Fundraiser at TopGolf 

• What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Thursday, October 5th. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.  
• When: November 15^th from 5 – 8 p.m. 
• Location: TopGolf Myrtle Beach 
• Participate: Click here for participation information

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Register for Programs

Labor Day Schools Out Camp

• Date: September 4^th 
• Ages: 4-12 
• Times: 7:30 am -5:30 pm
• Registration info: coming soon

Group Swim Lessons 

• What: The Y’s swim lesson progression curriculum is designed to help participants reach their goals and provide a clear progression track.
• Dates: Fall, Session 1 runs August 21^st-October October 14^th  
• NEW locations and times posted 
• More info: Registration information

Homeschool Swim & Gym 

• What: Our Swim & Gym Program provides an opportunity for children who are homeschooled or virtual learning to come to the Y once a week to develop healthy habits, make new friends, and enjoy new forms of exercise and games!  This 4-week program is designed to allow kids to sample a wide variety of sports, learn water safety and swim skills, and other activities throughout the year. 
• Dates: Full school-year  
• Locations: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA and Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
• Ages: 5-14 
• Registration now open: Registration Info

Jumpstart Preschool

• What: Jumpstart Preschool is a half-day program. Our safe environment gives kids the perfect place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships plus cultivate fine and gross motor skills. We plan our classes to develop each child’s self-esteem and strong image of self-worth. In every class, we encourage children to explore, ask questions and solve problems. 
• Preschool ages: 18m-5yr 
• Location: 304 N Oak St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
• Registration is open: Registration information

Y Runners

• What: Cross country running club. Races will be between 1 and 1.5 miles, practice twice per week for one hour.
• Registration: Early registration Sept. 1-18, regular Sept. 19-Oct. 19 (practices don’t start until November 
• Location: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA

U.S. Masters Swimming

• What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is now a registered U.S. Masters Swimming club (YCC). We provide daily workouts and monthly information on local meets so you can continue to compete in a fun environment. 
• Ages: 18+ 
• Sign up: Click here for registration info + details