The Hope Award recognizes our team members that go above and beyond every day to make a difference in the lives of our members.
Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
Melissa Lauria – Membership Coordinator
Roseanne Wiggins – Group Exercise and Aquatics Department
Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
Angela Wilson – Personal Trainer
Carl Ladson – Wellness Tech
Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA
Tyler Wiggins – Clinical Services Coordinator
Ryleigh Herbert – Childwatch
Thank you for all of the incredible work you do to inspire hope and possibility for all each and every day!
Nominate someone for the Hope Award
Have you had a life changing experience at the Y? Has a Y staff impacted your life in a big way? The YMCA of Coastal Carolina would like to recognize our staff that go above and beyond every day to make a difference in the lives of our members. Help us reward our Y heroes for the selfless work they do every day by telling us your Y story and how that special Y staff has impacted your life.
The annual Fore the Kids Fundraiser was held at TopGolf in Myrtle Beach to raise money to support the YMCA of Coastal Carolina’s Hope and Possibilities Fund. The Hope and Possibilities fund makes it possible for families in need to have access to all the YMCA offers to the community: swim lessons, youth sports, wellness, Afterschool, and more.
Our donors and sponsors make it possible. Together, we can teach more kids to swim, help more kids be a part of a team, support more in our community with chronic conditions, assist more to join the Y, and so much more by donating to the Hope and Possibilities Fund.
What: a daily plank challenge with different variations for the month of November. Win a prize if the challenge is completed.
When: The month of November 2023
Cost: Free
Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm
What:K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y!
Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More
Myrtle Beach: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm at Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
Georgetown: Every Wednesday! (1st and 3rd from 3:00-6:30 PM & 2nd and 4th from 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM) at Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
Georgetown Center Thanksgiving Lunch
What:Members and staff will share a Thanksgiving meal together in the lobby of the YMCA.
When: Friday, November 10 at 12:00 noon
Where: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
Crabby Mike’s Fish Fry
What: Crabby Mike’s Fish Fry: All Proceeds go to the YMCA Inspiring Hope and Possibility campaign
When: Monday, November 13th from 4:30-7:30pm
Where: Crabby Mike’s – Surfside, SC
Cost: $15 per plate
Fore the Kids Fundraiser at TopGolf
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Thursday, October 5th. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.
What: Your kids will have a blast at the YMCA while you take a well-deserved break. Children will enjoy a night of games, dancing, crafts, swimming, making memories along with ending the night watching a family friendly movie. Dinner will be provided along with a light snack.
What: School’s Out Days are an adventure that provides a fun, safe place to be when kids don’t have school! This camp inspired program includes a balance of fun, educational, & creative activities while developing the potential of every child.
What: School’s Out Days are an adventure that provides a fun, safe place to be when kids don’t have school! This camp inspired program includes a balance of fun, educational, & creative activities while developing the potential of every child.
Activities: We engage campers in fun developmentally appropriate activities to keep them physically active, build character, form deeper friendships, and create fond memories. We fill the day with indoor and outdoor group games, sports, teambuilding, crafts, science, swimming, and plenty of time to use their imagination and just play. All activities are included in the cost of the program. We open the door for campers at 7:30 am. Our main themed program will take place from 9am-4pm. Aftercare is included and open until 5:30 pm.
About the program: At the Y, we believe that children learn best through play. Our safe environment gives kids the perfect place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships plus cultivate fine and gross motor skills. We plan our classes to develop each child’s self-esteem and strong image of self-worth. In every class, we encourage children to explore, ask questions and solve problems. Our early childhood educators provide a warm and secure atmosphere with five areas of focus to help kids meet and exceed developmental milestones: learning, life skills, healthy habits, socialization and fine and gross motor skills.
Daily Activities include:
Play
Arts & Creativity
Science & Discovery
Mathematics
Fine & Motor Gross Activities
Language & Literacy
Social Studies
Emotional Health
Indoor & Outdoor Physical Fitness
PROGRAM PARTNERS!
First Baptist Church – (optional, parent approved) Child appropriate bible lessons.
First Steps – Raising a Reader Book Program
NEW! Chapin Library – Music and Movement Classes on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month!
NEW! Myrtle Beach Art Museum – Art Lessons on the 2nd Monday of each month!
The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host an All Staff Meeting on October 29th so we can continue to build the best Y for you. All three YMCA of Coastal Carolina center locations will be closed for the day in order to allow our staff to spend the day with their families so they can spend the evening with their Y family.
What: All three center locations in Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island, and Georgetown will be closed all day on Sunday, October 29th for an all staff meeting.
When: All Day, October 29th
Register for the Fore the Kids Fundraiser at TopGolf
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Thursday, October 5th. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.
Global Fusion Dance Fitness Classes at Tidal Creek Brewhouse
What: Get your morning started with a fun dance fitness class at Tidal Creek Brewhouse!
Where: Tidal Creek Brewhouse on the Beer Garden Lawn
When: 9am to 10am every Saturday in October
Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm
What:K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y!
Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More
When: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm
Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
Schools Out Camp
What: School’s Out Days are an adventure that provides a fun, safe place to be when kids don’t have school! This camp inspired program includes a balance of fun, educational, & creative activities while developing the potential of every child.
What: Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a 90-minute program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone. Students learn how to practice safe habits, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Students are also introduced to the Safe Sitter® First Aid Chart and learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. The program is designed to prepare students for their first steps towards independence. The main topics are personal, online, indoor, and outdoor safety.
Georgetown: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA on Monday, October 9 from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Myrtle Beach: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA on Tuesday, October 10
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is the non-profit partner for the Inaugural Monster Dash 5K and Spooky Shuffle 1 Mile at Broadway at the Beach! They have lots of fun and exciting things planned for the entire family to kick off the Halloween season! Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume! Prizes given for the winners!
What: Looking for a sweet spot for your family to trick-or-treat on Halloween night? Don’t forget to swing by the Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA while you are out looking for treats. Costumed staff and volunteers will be handing out candy and prizes behind 20 of our inside doors throughout the building. It’s spooktacular- REALLY…not to spooky decorations, cool lights, just a FUN time that feels like a walk-thru party with DJ Brett Gash
When: Tuesday, Oct 31 from 5-7 pm
Where: Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA
What classes would you like us to offer?
Tidelands Health is offering classes in partnership with the YMCA of Coastal Carolina to help you and your family live better lives through better health. Please share which events you would be most interested in attending, and we will send you information when the class is scheduled.
Registration Dates: Early registration ends 10/1/23. Late registration is open until 10/22/23.
Season Dates: 10/16/23 – 12/16/23.
Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA in Myrtle Beach
Ages: Ages 5-15 as of August 31, 2023
What: NFL FLAG is the premier youth flag football league for boys and girls ages 5-15. The program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning life lessons in teamwork.
What: Our Swim & Gym Program provides an opportunity for children who are homeschooled or virtual learning to come to the Y once a week to develop healthy habits, make new friends, and enjoy new forms of exercise and games! This 4-week program is designed to allow kids to sample a wide variety of sports, learn water safety and swim skills, and other activities throughout the year.
Dates: Full school-year
Locations: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA and Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
What: Jumpstart Preschool is a half-day program. Our safe environment gives kids the perfect place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships plus cultivate fine and gross motor skills. We plan our classes to develop each child’s self-esteem and strong image of self-worth. In every class, we encourage children to explore, ask questions and solve problems.
What: Y Runners is designed for kids, ages 5 to 14, who wish to get intentional individual training in endurance, cross-country, and running technique.Races will be between 1 and 1.5 miles, practice twice per week for one hour.
Registration: Early registration Sept. 1-18, regular Sept. 19-Oct. 19 (practices don’t start until November. Registration info + details
Location: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
U.S. Masters Swimming
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is now a registered U.S. Masters Swimming club (YCC). We provide daily workouts and monthly information on local meets so you can continue to compete in a fun environment.
The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Wednesday, November 15. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.
Companies are invited to sponsor a team of six to participate in the event.
Proceeds support the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA.
Your participation in our any of our fundraisers provide financial assistance for families to join the Y, learn to swim, participate in youth sports, and have a safe space for kids to learn and grow at our After School and Summer Camp programs.
Find your reason to give
Everyone has access to the YMCA thanks to donor support. Safe spaces for kids to learn and grow. Outreach to seniors who are feeling isolated. Opportunities to get moving and experience the joy of better health. We do not turn anyone away for membership or any of our programs due to financial assistance. These are just a few of the many reasons to give to the Y. Help us support our mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
At the Y, we connect people to a greater sense of purpose and to each other to make our community stronger.
Pain Management with Dr. Bert Fichman of Tidelands Health
What: Classroom style Seminar with Dr. Fichman will give an overview of pain management. Learn about different sources of pain. Discover ways to manage pain
What: Heartsaver – CPR and choking relief techniques will be discussed for adults and pediatrics. This class is appropriate for daycare workers and anyone interested in learning CPR; this class is not appropriate for healthcare providers. Taught by certified CPR instructors, this class follows American Heart Association guidelines.
Register for the Fore the Kids Fundraiser at TopGolf
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the 19th annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at TopGolf on Thursday, October 5th. The event includes food, drinks, a silent auction and a fun TopGolf Tournament.
What: Our Swim & Gym Program provides an opportunity for children who are homeschooled or virtual learning to come to the Y once a week to develop healthy habits, make new friends, and enjoy new forms of exercise and games! This 4-week program is designed to allow kids to sample a wide variety of sports, learn water safety and swim skills, and other activities throughout the year.
Dates: Full school-year
Locations: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA and Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
What: Jumpstart Preschool is a half-day program. Our safe environment gives kids the perfect place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships plus cultivate fine and gross motor skills. We plan our classes to develop each child’s self-esteem and strong image of self-worth. In every class, we encourage children to explore, ask questions and solve problems.
What: Cross country running club. Races will be between 1 and 1.5 miles, practice twice per week for one hour.
Registration: Early registration Sept. 1-18, regular Sept. 19-Oct. 19 (practices don’t start until November
Location: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
U.S. Masters Swimming
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is now a registered U.S. Masters Swimming club (YCC). We provide daily workouts and monthly information on local meets so you can continue to compete in a fun environment.
What: Dr. Peacher will discuss common female pelvic health issues and how to combat them.
When: July 14th at 1:00 pm
Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
Free to members and non-members
Youth Soccer Registration
Registration Dates: Registration is open until August 7 for Georgetown and until August 28 for Myrtle Beach
Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA in Myrtle Beach and Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA in Georgetown
Ages: 3 – 15
What: The YMCA Youth Soccer Program helps kids become not only better players, but better people as well. It’s a progressive program, with multiple age/gender-specific levels. Every child gets to play and the games are safe, exciting, and fun. We encourage fair play, positive competition, and family involvement.
What:K-Bar Farm,South Carolina’s only Elderberry Farm, is setting up a Farmer’s Market at the Myrtle Beach Y!
Shop: Honey, Produce, Elderberry Syrup, Jams, BBQ Sauce, & More
When: Every Thursday from 9am – 1pm
Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
Afterschool Registration
Registration info: Save your spot for Afterschool at all locations
What: The Y Afterschool program starts with the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith as the foundation and designs an enriching experience that helps each student reach their full potential in spirit, mind, and body. Fun activities focus on developing character, leadership, social skills and important independent life skills.
Gear up for Good: Used Sports Equipment Drive & Sale
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is proud to announce its upcoming gently used sports equipment drive, YMCA’s Gear Up For Good. The event will take place on August 12th (9 AM – 12 PM) at the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA. The sale will raise money to support the YMCA of Coastal Carolina’s financial assistance program.
DonategearJuly 24 – August 7: Bring your gently used sports equipment to the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA, Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA, or the Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA.
Shop the sale on August 12 from 9 am – 12 pm at the Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
DICK’S Sporting Goods Discount Weekend for Y Members
What: Starting on Friday August 18th and running through Monday August 21st come out to Dicks Sporting Goods to receive a 20% coupon on your entire purchase.
May is National Water Safety Month. When the weather starts to heat up, the pools, lakes, oceans, rivers and other bodies of water start calling! While swimming can be a very enjoyable activity this summer, it is important to remind all parents and caregivers of the importance of water safety. The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is sharing these six tips on how children can stay safe in and around the water.
Tip # 1: Make sure children know to always ask permission before going in or near the water.
Teaching your children to be water smart is the first step in water safety – be sure they understand the importance of asking permission before going in or near the water.
Tip # 2: Never swim alone without a water watcher.
When children are swimming, make sure they are actively supervised at all times. Teach your children that they should only swim in locations where a lifeguard is on duty, or where a responsible adult agrees to watch the children in the water without distractions.
Tip # 3: Supervise your children whenever they’re in or near water.
Whether it’s bath time or taking a dip in a pool or waterfront, make sure your children are within arm’s reach at all times.
Tip # 4: Don’t engage in breath holding activities.
Children should not hold their breath for a prolonged amount of time while swimming, as this can be dangerous.
Tip # 5: Wear a life jacket.
Inexperienced or non-swimmers should always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket while in or around the water.
Tip # 6: Don’t jump in the water to save a friend who is struggling in deep water.
If a child finds their friend in deep water unexpectedly, their natural reaction may be to jump in the water to try and save them. Even if a child is a great swimmer, a panicked person will overpower them, pulling the rescuer under water. The Y’s Safety Around Water program teaches the “reach, throw, don’t go” concept of using a long object to reach for them, and pull them to safety. By using this technique, children can help their friend without compromising their own safety.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. As part of our commitment to protecting the children in our community, we’re participating in the Five Days of Action – a week-long campaign to increase awareness of child sexual abuse and empower and equip us all to prevent it. By taking part in this important campaign and through implementing abuse prevention practices year-round, YMCA of Coastal Carolina is committing to the safety of all children in our community.
KNOWing about child sexual abuse can help adults better understand what to look for and how to prevent it. As parents, caregivers, and trusted adults to the young people in our lives, we play an important role in protecting them from abuse. This requires our commitment to continually learn and then ask questions about the safety of our loved ones.
The Y – and other youth serving organizations – implement a series of measures to keep the kids in their care safe. Next time you enroll your loved one in a new program, ask them about their child protection practices. For this summer, you can use this list.
See: Youth Sports
When we SEE boundaries being crossed or suspect a child is being abused, we can and should act quickly. Sports should be safe places for children to grow, both as people and athletes. As a parent, caregiver, coach, or volunteer, it is up to you to make sure any environment in which children in your care interact is free from abuse. Learn more about the signs and how you can help prevent child sexual abuse in youth sports at https://uscenterforsafesport.org/parents/.
Respond: Internet Safety
Did you know that you don’t need evidence to report abuse—only reasonable suspicion? But even for adults, reporting abuse is hard. We don’t want to falsely accuse someone or get someone in trouble. On the other hand, reporting might be the one thing that saves a child – or children – from abuse. It is our responsibility to RESPOND to any and all disclosure, discovery or suspicion of child sexual abuse.
As adults and children alike have turned to digital tools for school, work and socialization, online safety matters now more than ever. Many online dangers put children at risk, such as cyber bullying, online enticement and more. As an adult, keeping an open line of communication with any children in your care who may access online content can be key to helping prevent sexual abuse. Learn the facts, how you can keep kids safe, and how to respond to online victimization at https://www.missingkids.org/netsmartz.
We take our commitment to child protection seriously and we hope you do too. The YMCA of Coastal Carolina takes our child protection policies seriously to ensure we keep kids safe in Horry and Georgetown Counties.
A few noteworthy events and programs in the month of May for the YMCA of Coastal Carolina:
2023 Annual Campaign
Donate: Your donations provide financial assistance for families to join the Y, learn to swim, participate in youth sports, and have a safe space for kids to learn and grow. No family is turned away from participating due to financial barriers.
Designate your donations to Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA in Myrtle Beach, Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA, and/orTidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
What: Palmetto Giving Day is a 36-hour, online giving event for Georgetown County. Please choose Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA on this day of giving! All donations support our Annual Campaign.
Donate: Give to Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA on Palmetto Giving Day
Female Pelvic Health Talk with Dr. Peacher
Dr. Peacher will discuss common female pelvic health issues and how to combat them.
May 19th at 2:00 pm
Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA
Free to members and non-members
YMCA of Coastal Carolina Prayer Breakfast
Date: May 4, 2023
Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA in Myrtle Beach
What: The YMCA of Coastal Carolina will host the inaugural Prayer Breakfast on the National Day of Prayer. This year’s keynote speaker is Jim Morgan, former CEO of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. Community members from all faiths and backgrounds are invited to attend this event.
Registration Dates: Registration is open until 5/5/23.
Season Dates: 5/15/23 – 7/14/23.
Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA in Myrtle Beach and Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA in Georgetown
Ages: 5-15 as of August 31, 2022
What: NFL FLAG is the premier youth flag football league for boys and girls ages 5-15. The program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning life lessons in teamwork.
Dates: several dates available, check here for details
What: Get Qualified – It’s the perfect part-time job! The first step to becoming a lifeguard is to get qualified. The YMCA of Coastal Carolina provides the training, certification, and life saving skills needed to become a nationally certified lifeguard! (and we are hiring!)
REMINDER: All 3 YMCA of Coastal Carolina center locations will be closed for a staff training on Sunday, April 21, 2024.
Updated Hours Today
We hope you and your family stayed safe during the storm. We will resume normal operations at all three YMCA of Coastal Carolina center locations at 11 a.m. today.
Thursday, August 31: All three center locations will reopen at 11 a.m.
Friday, September 1: All three center locations will be open during normal hours.
24-hour access will be unavailable to Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA during the times the center is closed but will resume as normal tonight.
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