Events

This holiday season, the YMCA of Greensboro invites you to make a difference in the lives of local children and families through our Angel Tree and Holiday Toy Drive programs.

View the complete 2026–27 GCY Makos Short Course Meet Schedule for all year-round groups across the YMCA of Greensboro. This page provides a centralized schedule of upcoming meets and event dates for the GCY Makos swim program.

The funds raised by the race support programming and financial assistance through our Annual Campaign. The Annual Giving campaign provides financial assistance to those in our community who otherwise could not afford YMCA programs and services.

Join Ernest Dukes, Founder and Chief of Dukes’ Martial Arts Academy and accomplished Grand Master, for self-defense classes for seniors. This class is designed to teach not only self-defense, but situational awareness and discipline while improving confidence. This is a progressive learning program, so building a steady month-to-month commitment will ensure best results. Join Ernest as you set on a new path for yourself and those you care for!

Build confidence, sharpen awareness, and learn practical self-defense skills to stay safe with Master Dukes. For men and women 50 years of age or older, join us and leave feeling stronger and more confident.

Join us for Young Adult Bible Study on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Hosted by the Hayes-Taylor Memorial YMCA, this remote gathering offers young adults an opportunity to connect, grow in faith and build community from wherever they are.