Riverdale YM-YWHA

The Riverdale YM-YWHA, located at 5625 Arlington Avenue in the Bronx, New York, is a multi-generational community center dedicated to enriching lives through a diverse array of programs and services.

Rooted in Jewish values, the organization offers educational, cultural, wellness, and service programs accessible to individuals and families of all backgrounds and abilities.

Fitness and Wellness

The center boasts a state-of-the-art fitness facility equipped with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and group exercise rooms.

Members can participate in a variety of classes, including yoga, Pilates, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and Zumba, catering to all fitness levels.

An indoor, heated, 25-yard saline swimming pool is available for lap and open swimming, with group and private swim lessons offered to members and non-members of all ages and abilities.

Family and Youth Programs

The Early Childhood Center provides full-day nursery school programs for children aged 2 through 5, including Pre-K for All, with early drop-off and extended day options.

Additional offerings include after-school enrichment programs, summer camps, and infant and toddler classes.

The center also hosts after-school programs, such as Kids' Space, and multiple RY!C (Riverdale Y!Care) satellite programs at local schools.

Arts and Culture

The Riverdale Y's Performing Arts department is renowned for its award-winning youth theater programs, dance, and music classes.

The center regularly hosts art exhibitions, concerts, film screenings, and lectures, featuring local artists, musicians, and scholars.

Jewish cultural programs, including Hebrew language classes and holiday celebrations, are also available to the community.

Community Engagement and Social Responsibility

The organization is committed to social responsibility and community engagement, organizing volunteer opportunities and service projects that allow members to give back to the community.

Initiatives include:

• Food drives
• Support for local shelters
• Environmental clean-up efforts

These efforts foster a sense of purpose and connection among members.

Older Adult Services

The Older Adult Center offers a dining room program serving meals to over 80 adults daily, with volunteer opportunities available to support this initiative.

Membership and Accessibility

Membership options include family, individual, single-parent family, senior, senior couple, teen, and out-of-town college students.

The center's programs and services are supported by membership and program fees, grants from various organizations, and generous contributions from members and supporters.

Location

• Bronx, NY, USA - Main center at 5625 Arlington Avenue
• Mount Vernon, NY, USA

The Riverdale YM-YWHA continues to be a vital hub for the community, offering programs and services that enhance the quality of life for residents of all ages and backgrounds.