YMCA Greater Miami

What YMCA Greater Miami does

YMCA of South Florida (also referred to as YMCA Greater Miami) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization founded in 1926 and headquartered in Hialeah, Florida. It operates eight family center locations across Broward and Miami-Dade counties, delivering youth development, health and wellness, aquatic, and community services to residents of South Florida. Core programmatic offerings include afterschool programs, summer camps, preschool, youth sports leagues (basketball, soccer, flag football, volleyball, martial arts, gymnastics, T-ball), aquatics (swim lessons, swim team, water safety), and fitness services spanning more than 50 group class formats such as SilverSneakers, Aqua, Les Mills, Zumba, and Spinning. Specialized programs include Swim Buddies for individuals with special needs, Active Older Adults programming, the new Littles curriculum for ages 3-6, and the Victory Black Box Theatre at the L.A. Lee YMCA / Mizell Community Center.

The organization's revenue model combines recurring membership subscriptions (with nationwide reciprocity across the broader YMCA network), program fees (afterschool, camp, swim, personal training, small group training), and philanthropic donations supporting financial assistance, scholarships, and food security programs such as La Bodega, which distributes over one million pounds of food annually. Marketing is community-led, relying on the website, the Y Life Blog, social media, email/SMS, community events (Beach Ball, Healthy Kids Day, HOWL-O-WEEN, MLK Celebrations, Veterans Day Salute, Zumbathon), and partner referrals from school districts and healthcare systems.

The organization maintains strategic alliances with Broward and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers, The Children's Trust, the Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade, United Way chapters in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Collier/Keys, healthcare systems Memorial Healthcare System and Nicklaus Health System, and philanthropic foundations including The Community Foundation, The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, and The Jim Moran Foundation. A new aquatic facility, the Barbara and Philip Wong Aquatic Center at the South Dade YMCA Family Center, is scheduled to open in Summer 2026, and a Corporate Wellness offering serves as a distinct B2B channel. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and no proprietary technology platform is developed or operated.

Name

YMCA Greater Miami

Legal name

YMCA of South Florida

Website

https://ymcamiami.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1926

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

YMCA of South Florida is a 501(c)(3) non-profit operating eight family centers across Broward and Miami-Dade counties, providing youth development, health and wellness, aquatic, and community programs to families, children, and active older adults in South Florida.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Fitness and Youth Development Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ), Group Camping & Scout Camps (THAGAOAI)

Keywords

• Community fitness centers
• Youth development programs
• Aquatics swim lessons
• After school care
• Community health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hialeah, Florida

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Annual and monthly membership fees providing access to fitness facilities, group classes, pool access, and YMCA programming at family centers across South Florida.
2. Youth Development Programs: Revenue from afterschool programs, summer camp, preschool, and youth sports programs including basketball, soccer, flag football, volleyball, martial arts, gymnastics, and T-ball.
3. Aquatics Programs: Fees for swim lessons, swim team, and pool party rentals at aquatic centers including the Barbara and Philip Wong Aquatic Center and Pembroke Pines YMCA Aquatic Center.
4. Health & Wellness Services: Revenue from personal training, private sessions (yoga and Reformer Pilates), small group training, and group fitness classes including SilverSneakers, Aqua classes, Les Mills, Zumba, and Spinning.
5. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations supporting financial assistance programs, camp scholarships, family support services, and swim lessons for those in need.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

YMCA of South Florida operates a network of 8 family center locations across Broward and Miami-Dade counties, delivering fitness memberships, youth development programs, aquatics, after-school care, summer camps, youth sports leagues, and community health initiatives. The organization serves families, children, and active older adults with access to facilities, over 50 group class formats, swim lessons, and inclusive programs for individuals with special needs. It is funded through memberships, program fees, donations, and community partnerships, with financial assistance provided to ensure access regardless of ability to pay.

Product overview

YMCA of South Florida is a community organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of youth development, health & wellness, and community programs through multiple facilities across South Florida. The core offerings include Afterschool programs, Summer Camp, Preschool, Youth Sports (Basketball, Flag Football, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Soccer, Swim Team, T-Ball/Baseball, Volleyball), Aquatics with swim lessons and the new Barbara and Philip Wong Aquatic Center, Health & Wellness with over 50 group class formats, Active Older Adults programs, Littles programs for 3-6 year olds, Club Y, Special Needs programs, Community Health Strategies, Corporate Wellness, Family Support Services, and community Events. The organization provides memberships with nationwide access and operates multiple family center locations throughout Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• YMCA Memberships Recurring memberships granting individuals and families access to YMCA family center facilities, group classes, pools, and nationwide reciprocity at other YMCA locations.
• Afterschool Programs Structured afterschool programming providing children a safe place to learn, grow, and engage in educational and recreational activities.
• Summer Camp Day camp, summer camp, and specialty camp experiences helping children develop through outdoor activities, learning experiences, and social development.
• Preschool Early childhood education programs where young children grow, learn, and develop through age-appropriate educational activities.
• Youth Sports Organized youth sports leagues including basketball, flag football, gymnastics, martial arts, soccer, swim team, T-ball/baseball, and volleyball for youth development.
• Aquatics Swim lessons, swim team, water safety programs, pool party rentals, and aquatic facilities including the Pembroke Pines and Barbara and Philip Wong Aquatic Centers.
• Health & Wellness Programs Fitness programs including over 50 group class formats (SilverSneakers, Aqua classes, Les Mills, Zumba, Spinning), personal training, private sessions, and small group training.
• Active Older Adults Programs Wellness programs designed for older adults offering social connection, recreational activities, and health-focused programming.
• Special Needs Programs Programs including Swim Buddies that provide inclusive aquatic and fitness opportunities for individuals with special needs.
• Corporate Wellness Workplace wellness programs designed to improve employee health, productivity, and well-being through access to YMCA facilities and programs.
• Community Events Community events including Beach Ball, Healthy Kids Day, HOWL-O-WEEN, MLK Inspirational Celebrations, Veterans Day Salute, and Zumbathon.
• Victory Black Box Theatre Theater venue at L.A. Lee YMCA Mizell Community Center available for community events, performances, and venue rental.
• Family Support Services Family support services providing assistance with community resources and programs to strengthen family units in South Florida.
• Littles Programs Early childhood programs for 3-6 year olds including Tiny Tumblers, Tiny Tots: Intro to Sports, and Little Explorers designed to support early development.
• Club Y Youth development program offering structured activities and mentorship for young people.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100 years of continuous community service in South Florida
• +4 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Broward County Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership supporting afterschool programs, youth development initiatives, and school-based YMCA programming in Broward County schools.
• Miami-Dade County Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership supporting afterschool programs, youth development initiatives, and 21st Century Community Learning Centers in Miami-Dade County schools.
• The Children's TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunding and strategic partner supporting children's programming and youth development services.
• 21st Century Community Learning CenterscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal grant program partner providing afterschool and summer learning programs at Title I schools.
• United Way of Broward CountymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership supporting shared mission of community health and social services in Broward County.
• United Way of Miami-DademajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership supporting shared mission of community health and social services in Miami-Dade County.
• United Way of Collier and the KeysminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional community partnership supporting shared mission of community health and social services.
• Memorial Healthcare SystemmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partnership supporting community health strategies, wellness programming, and health screenings.
• Nicklaus Health SystemmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partnership supporting community health initiatives and wellness programming with children's health focus.
• Early Learning Coalition of Miami-DadecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting preschool programming and early childhood education services in Miami-Dade County.
• DeltaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner supporting YMCA mission and community programs.
• Ocean ReefminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate/community partner supporting YMCA mission.
• US Soccer FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting youth soccer programs and development initiatives.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Planet Fitness: Low-cost national fitness chain that pressures YMCA's value-segment membership economics. While it lacks youth sports/afterschool programming, it competes directly for adult and family fitness dollars in the same South Florida market.
• YMCA of the USA (national federation): National umbrella organization of which YMCA of South Florida is a local chapter; provides the nationwide membership reciprocity network and brand standards that differentiate YMCA from other community recreation operators.
• Life Time Fitness: Premium national fitness operator offering family-oriented facilities with pools, group classes, youth programming, and senior programs — overlapping with YMCA's wellness and family programming but at a much higher price point and amenity level.
• LA Fitness / Esporta Fitness: Mid-market national fitness chain with pools, group classes, and family-friendly programming — competing with YMCA for the same adult and family wellness membership dollar in South Florida.
• Gold's Gym: National fitness franchise with locations across Florida offering memberships, group fitness, and youth programs — comparable in fitness-and-programming model, though without the broader youth-development mission.

Direct peers

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami: Community-based youth development nonprofit operating club locations across Miami-Dade, offering afterschool programs, sports leagues, and summer camp — directly comparable to YMCA's youth development and family programming mission in the same geography.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National federation of youth-focused nonprofit clubs offering afterschool, sports, and summer programming under a similar community-service, membership-fee-plus-donations model to the YMCA.
• Jewish Community Centers of North America (JCC Miami): Miami-area community center offering memberships, youth sports, aquatics, fitness, and senior programming — closely parallel in service mix, mission orientation, and physical-facility operating model.

Others

• United Way of Miami-Dade: A current YMCA of South Florida strategic partner, United Way operates as a community-impact funder and social-services convener rather than a direct operator. It is comparable as a peer in the nonprofit community-services ecosystem in South Florida, sharing donor bases and government-grant channels.

Regional players

• 4-H (National4-H Council): National youth-development organization offering sports, camping, and STEM programs through extension networks — overlapping with YMCA's youth sports and camp offerings but typically delivered through schools and community partners rather than owned facilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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