Welcome to the Withnell Family YMCA
Located in the heart of downtown Salem at Court and Cottage Streets, the Y has been building healthy spirits, minds, and bodies since 1892.
Our 51,000 square-foot flagship building is open! Completed in 2022, we have spaces for the whole family to enjoy.
Become a Member Today!
The Withnell Family YMCA is closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day. Have a wonderful and safe Holiday season. Please check our social media for any weather related closures.
Staff
John Herring, Salem Branch Director
503.400.6305 email
Niesha Espinoza, Membership Coordinator
email
Dakota Smith, Sports Coordinator
503.878.1712 email
Sven Schimmel, Aquatics Coordinator
503.342.0026 email
Vincent Santos, Wellness Coordinator
503.838.4042 email
Andrea Naumann, EBHI & Group Fitness Program Coordinator
email
Amanda Schimmel, Multi-Generation Engagement Director
tel: 971.825.3811 email
Esmaya Hendrickson, Multi-Gen Programs Coordinator
971.825.3811 email
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Amenities and Benefits of your Salem Y Membership
Nationwide Membership!
Access to over 2,000 Ys across the country
Free Group Exercise Classes
Access to 80+ classes weekly from Zumba to Yoga to Group Weight Lifting - we have what you need to get fit and stay accountable.
State of the Art Equipment
The Salem facility features three multipurpose training rooms with more space, all-new equipment, wheelchair access, and natural light. Strength training and cardiovascular equipment for all your wellness needs.
Free Child Watch in the Play & Learn
With a Family Membership, bring your child for two hours while parent(s) are in the facility.
Monday - Friday: 8:30AM-1:00PM ; 4:30PM-8PM
Saturday : 8:30AM-12:00PM
The Hive
Teens have a space at the Salem Y - a place to belong and grow together in a safe, fun environment.
Ages 10-17
Free Youth Sports
Members on a Family Membership get access to free youth team sports.
Reduced Program Fees
Family Memberships receive discounts on childcare, camps, & swim lessons.
Senior Programming
We offer classes for the aging population! From chair yoga to Enhance fitness. We also have quarterly social events!
Rooftop Terrace & Track
10 laps make one mile on our rooftop track, allowing runners a safe outside cardio area - just blocks from the state's capitol in gorgeous downtown Salem.
Indoor Swimming Pool
Continuing the Y’s long tradition of teaching and coaching swimming, the Salem facility has an ADA accessible warm water pool - typically around 84°-86°
Gymnasium
Painted for basketball courts, pickleball courts & volleyball courts - come down to the Y for open court time.
No contract and payment flexibility:
Select the 1st or 15th for your dues to be auto-paid ; cancel anytime. We ask you give us a month's notice.
Guest passes for members
Each membership gets 5 guest passes at the time of joining!
The Salem Withnell Y does not offer day passes for non-members.
The Salem Withnell Family Y Provides Court Care Monday-Friday
Mid-Valley Court and Community Care provides free, drop-in childcare to families in Marion & Polk Counties that require short-duration childcare to attend court-related or other business.
Visit the Square community space for coffee, sandwiches, and grab-and-go snacks.