ABOUT THE Y

ABOUT THE Y

OUR FOCUS

The Y is a cause-driven organization that is for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. That's because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.

Our areas of focus are:

  • Youth Development - Nuturing Every Child and Teen
  • Healthy Living - Improving the Nation’s Health and Well-Being
  • Social Responsibility - Giving Back and Providing Support to Our Neighbor
OUR MISSION

The Canton Family YMCA is an association of members committed to enhancing the well-being of youth, adults, seniors and families through quality programs and facilities.

The YMCA, based on Christian values, provides activities that promote healthy lifestyles and encourages the development of spirit, mind & body.

OUR VALUES

Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility are the basis for all we do.

HOURS AND SESSION DATES

Year Round Facility Hours

  • Monday - Thursday  5:00 am - 8:30 pm
  • Friday  5:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Saturday  7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sunday  10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Holiday Hours

  • Good Friday   5:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Easter   CLOSED All Day
  • Memorial Day   CLOSED All Day
  • Independence Day   CLOSED All Day
  • Labor Day   CLOSED All Day
  • Thanksgiving   CLOSED All Day
  • Christmas Eve   5:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Christmas Day   CLOSED All Day
  • New Year's Eve   5:00 am - 1 pm
  • New Year's Day   CLOSED All Day

Session Dates - Fall Session Dates

  • Session I:   Aug 24th - Sept 27th
  • Session II:  Sept 28th - Nov 1st
    Session III: Nov 2nd - Dec 6th

Early Registration is recommended!

24-Hour Access to the Y's Life Center, Olympic Weight Room, Main Gym, Track and Community Room is offered for members only, who are 18 years of age and older. Stop by the Main Customer Service Desk for more information.  

STAFF
Mark Sawyer
CEO / Executive Director
msawyer@cantonfamilyymca.org

Mike Arnett
Maintenance/Rentals/Fitness Coordinator 
(Youth & Adult Sports / Fitness / Rentals / Maintenance & Housekeeping)
marnett@cantonfamilyymca.org

Carlye Beadles
Associate Executive Director
cbeadles@cantonfamilyymca.org
Carlye Beadles
Tumbling Director
cbeadles@cantonfamilyymca.org
Trish Shubert
Executive Assistant
trish@cantonfamilyymca.org
Kathy Langlais
Youth Development Director (After School Program & Day Camp)
klanglais@cantonfamilyymca.org
Caleb Taylor
Aquatics Program Director/ Head Coach Can-Y-Cuda Swim Team
ctaylor@cantonfamilyymca.org

Patty Keller
Evening Supervisor/Birthday Party
pkeller@cantonfamilyymca.org

Donna Breason
Morning Clerical Supervisor/          Financial Assistance /Silver Sneakers
dbreason@cantonfamilyymca.org
Linda Henderson
Pre-School Director
lhenderson@cantonfamilyymca.org
Whitney Murphy
Youth Sports Cordinator & Membership Services
wmurphy@cantonfamilyymca.org

Pam Downs
Pre-School Instructor
pdowns@cantonfamilyymca.org

All staff members may also be reached at (309) 647-1616.

The Canton Family YMCA does not permit bullying or abuse in the facility or at any of its on site or off site programs. Read our bullying policy.