YMCA of the Sandhills

THRIVE AT EVERY AGE

At the YMCA of the Sandhills, we believe staying healthy, connected and active doesn't stop with age--it gets better. Our Active Older Adults (AOA) programs are designed to support your whole self: body, mind and spirit. Aging adults and seniors find a strong sense of belonging and a network of friends that supports sustained health and well-being!

From fitness classes tailored to all ability levels, to water workouts that are easy on the joints, the Y provides opportunities for aging adults to keep moving and strong with confidence. Just as important, the Y offers ways to connect, whether that's enjoying coffee with friends after class, getting together for lunch or learning a new skill. Most programs are free for seniors.

If you are interested in forming a special interest group, connect with one of our Health & Wellness Coordinators:

Fayetteville Y: Karen Utley
karen.utley@ymcaofthesandhills.org

Saleeby Family Y: Jenya Nguyen
Saleeby.Wellness@ymcaofthesandhills.org

AOA Events

MYRTLE BEACH SHOW TRIP WITH THE Y!

Active older adults will hit the road wiht the Y and head to the beach May 5-7, 2026, for our Myrtle Beach Show Trip! Highlights include:

  • Two evening shows: Legends in Concert and Music and Memories at the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre
  • Disco Fever at the Broadway Theater
  • Motown '59 at the Asher Theatre 
  • Shopping and Dining at Barefoot Landing and Broadway at the Beach

Registration is now closed, but we look forward to spending this time with those who registered!

FAYETTEVILLE

--FREE BETTER HEALTH SCREENINGS 
10-12 am for April 6 and May 4 (Drop In) 
First Monday, monthly (June returns to regualr schedule of 9-11 am))

- TECH TIME: Learn something new!  
Our topic is Taming Your Inbox. Space is limited. Email Karen Utley, karen.utley@ymcaofthesandhills.org. 
April 10, 2026, 10 am

- BINGO: Always fun--join us!
April 17, 2026, 11:30 am in the gym 
RSVP to Karen Utley to reserve a spot. No admittance without prior sign up. Bring a spring dessert to share! Free for Y members, guests are $10.

- LUNCH OUT: Let's break bread together!
4th Wednesday of month at 12 pm 
RSVP to Karen Utley to reserve a spot.

-POTLUCK
Join us for our Spring Potluck on Friday, May 15 at 12 pm in the gym!

SALEEBY

- AOA SOCIAL
4th Wed of the month, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Luncheon and fun activities 

 

Y NEWS AND EVENTS

 

 

SPRING BREAK AND SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

The Y is here for your kids for Spring Break April 6-10 and this summer when school is out!  Both the Saleeby Family YMCA and the Fayetteville YMCA will host Spring Break Camp from 8 am-6 pm for 5- to 11-year-olds. Register now here or learn more here! 

And summer is just around the corner. We can't wait for all the fun! Register now! Learn all about Summer Camp 2006 for kids and the our Teen Summer Programs, including leadership opportunities at camp and our GET SUMMER free teen memberships! Make friends and memories at the Y this summer!

SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 18!  
We can't wait for Saturday, April 18! That's when we will host our annual HEALTHY KIDS DAY at both the Fayetteville YMCA and the Saleeby Family YMCA-- a free, fun event for the entire community! Visit from 10 am to 2 pm for all the fun -- indoor swimming at the Y, fun outdoor fitness, rock climbing wall, bounce houses, and so much more! Plus, we will have community partners join us! 
APRIL: ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS
April has some great activities in store for our active older adults (AOA), including Tech Time on April 10 -- the topic is Taming Your Inbox! Sapce is limited to so be sure to sign up by emailing Karen.Utley@ymcaofthesandhills.org. Check out all the AOA activities!