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The Birmingham YMCA is a nonprofit organization that provides child care, camping, sports and leadership development programs. It also offers various aquatic programs that include swim lessons and pool parties. The organization additionally offers a chaplain program that includes devotionals, scripture studies and other spiritual events. The Birmingham YMCA s sports camps offer skill development and recreational activities. Its traditional camps include games, field trips, arts and crafts, songs, skits and water activities. With one of its locations in Birmingham, Ala., the organization offers church retreats, day conferences, reunions and picnics. It also provides yoga, aerobics and step classes for youths. The Birmingham YMCA s other sports activities include football, baseball, soccer, volleyball and basketball.

The Birmingham, Ala. YMCA provides an array of services including aquatics, childcare, heath and fitness for all ages, sports, retreats and camping. Founded in 1884 in Birmingham, the mission of the YMCA is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy body, mind and spirit. YMCA programs work to guide youth, enrich families, enhance health and promote intercultural understanding. The YMCA has numerous branches including facilities in North Jefferson, Shades Valley, Camp Cosby, Alabaster and Shelby County. A membership in the Birmingham YMCA gives access to every YMCA in Birmingham and no one is turned away for an inability to pay.