October Events Calendar

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