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February Events Calendar

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EVENTS

BBQ Lunch Fundraiser in Georgetown

  • Date:Feb. 7
  • Tickets:$10 per to-go plate, purchase in the Welcome Center

Parents Night Out 

School’s Out Days 

55&Up Valentine Bingo Connection & Fun at the Y!!

  • What: Join our BINGO Connections- A great opportunity for engagement, reinforcing social skills and having fun! It’s a way to have fun with a favorite senior activity while also improving health. By playing the game, individuals have the opportunity to practice and reinforce essential social skills in a fun and engaging way.
  • Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA: 1:45 – 2:45 p.m. on Feb. 12  
  • Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA: 11:15 a.m.– 12 p.m. on Feb. 14 
  • Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA:  12– 1 p.m. Feb. 15 

55&Up Friday Coffee Connection

  • Description: Sip, Chat and Connect with Coffee  
  • Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA: 2nd and 4th Friday in the Month of February 9:30a.m. – 11:30 a.m.   
  • Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA: 1st and 3rd Friday in the Month of February 8:30a.m. – 10:30 a.m.   ·         
  • Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA: All Day!  

Farmer’s Market with K-Bar Farm (updated days!) 

  • 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: Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA 
  • Georgetown: Tuesdays 3 – 6 p.m. at Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
  • Pawleys Island: Tuesdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA

Safe Sitter Class – Georgetown 

Tidelands Health Heartsaver CPR Class

PROGRAMS

Spring Youth Soccer

  • Description: Registration is now open for our Spring 2024 season. If you registered for the Fall 2023 season, you do not need to register again.  
  • Date: Practices start the week of March 4th 
  • Time: Games will be played Thursday and Saturday evenings; practices are once per week based on the coach’s preference. 
  • Link: Youth Soccer Sign-up 

Group swim lessons 

  • Description: Students can register for one of eight stages under our three swim categories depending upon their age and current swim ability.
    • Parent + Child = 6 months – 4 years
    • Preschool = 3 – 5 years
    • School-Age = 5 -9 years
    • Teen = 10 – 15 years
    • Adult = 16+ years
  • Link: Swim Lessons Link 

Sign up for a Healthy Habits Coach!

To help you become 1% better every day, we are offering the Healthy Habits Coaching program.  The Healthy Habits Coaching program will add accountability and educate you on how to stay healthy. The Healthy Habits Coaching program will give you 4 sessions with a health coach.  The health coach will guide you through a workout and meet with you monthly to assist in accountability, answer questions and progress you through your exercise program. Get pricing information + register here

JUMPSTART PRESCHOOL  

  • What: 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. 
  • Ages: 2 – 4
  • Dates: January – May 2024
  • Location:Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCa
  • Learn more:Preschool Program

December Events & Programs Calendar

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EVENTS

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 

Tidelands Health Resource Fair 

  • When: December 7th from 9am – 12pm
  • Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
  • What is included:
    • BP readings and education 
    • BMI screenings and education 
    • Hands only CPR demonstrations 
    • General education on diabetes, Diabetes Prevention Program 
    • Information on CHR services (including Triple P Parenting Program, Safesitter, TCCN, OB, etc…) 

Tidelands Health Blood Pressure Screenings

  • Where: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
  • When: December 12
  • Time: 9am – 12pm

Parents Night Out 

  • Need a night away from the kids? Your kids will have a blast at the YMCA while you take a well-deserved break. Children will enjoy a night of games, crafts, swimming, making memories along with ending the night watching a family friendly movie. Dinner will be provided along with a light snack. 
  • Georgetown: December 16th from 6-9pm 
  • Myrtle Beach: December 15th from 5:30 – 10:30 – The theme is The Polar Express!
  • Registration link: Sign up

Flick and Float

  • Bring your swimsuits, floats, and appetite for fun! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️🍹
  • Date: 12/29/23
  • TIme: 7:00pm
  • Featured Movie: We will be watching Scrooge- A Christmas Carol
  • Link: Flick and Float sign up

PROGRAMS

Register for Basketball

  • Cost: $85-member, $115 non-member
  • Dates: Regular registration closes 12/11/23
  • About our program: Whether you’re just starting out or sharpening your skills, the Y is the place for many youth to learn about becoming better players, staying active, and developing life-long skills.  The benefits are far greater than a win or loss. Whether it’s gaining confidence from learning a new skill or building relationships, good sportsmanship and team work – participating in youth sports at the Y is for development on and off the court! Practices are one day a week (mon – thur) and will officially begin the week of January 8th, Games will be on Saturdays starting January 20th.
  • Registration Link:
  • Contact: Jason Mueller (Sports Director, )843-449-9622, [email protected]

GT School’s Out Camp 

  • 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. 
  • Date: December 22nd, 27-29th 
  • Time: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm 

Georgetown Golf at the Y

  • What: Join us for six one-hour sessions of golfing fun suitable for all ages 4 and up. Whether you are a complete novice or an experienced golfer, this event is for you! Our dedicated golf pros, Champ, and Mike, will guide you through learning and improving your golf game.
  • Dates: January 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, February 7th and 21st
  • Times: 4:30PM-5:30PM
  • Link: Golf at the Y Sign up
  • Cost: Members $109 Non-members $136, Registration opens 12/1/23

Georgetown- NO SWIM AND GYM IN DECEMBER

  • We will be taking the month of December off
  • December 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

Georgetown- Y-Runner races are open to the public!

  • Y-Runners winter races only. This is for local runners (any age) that want to hop into a competitive race. We will have our youth division followed by an open division race.
  • Dates: 11/25, 12/9, 12/16
  • Times: Races start at 9:00am
  • Link to sign up: Race sign up

Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA Jumpstart Preschool

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! 

Y Mission Week

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This week is Y Mission Week! 

All week, we will be sharing all the work we do to support our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

We need your support to make our community a better place for all! 

The true value of the YMCA isn’t in our treadmills. It isn’t in our swimming pools. It isn’t even in our fitness classes or kids programs. At the Y, our true value is transforming lives. It’s providing a place for everyone in our community to get healthier and safe places for kids to learn and grow. Join us in making our community a better place for everyone. 

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.

Help us strengthen our community one gift at a time. 

  • Your gift of $24 is the equivalent of providing a child a swim lesson. 
  • Your gift of $75 is the equivalent of providing one child an opportunity to play their favorite sport.
  • Your gift of $135 gives a child a week at the Y summer camp, away from screens and playing games with friends, exploring on field trips, learning to swim, reading, and learning.
  • Your gift of $275 gives a child the chance to learn in Jumpstart Preschool and be ready to start Kindergarten.
  • Your gift of $550 gives children in our Afterschool program tutoring help for homework, fun time with friends, physical activity time, and more to enrich their out-of-school times while parents are at work.

No donation is too small – every dollar truly makes a difference. 

Find Your Y. Donate Today.

100% of your gift helps change lives in our community. 
DONATE

Spring & Summer Volunteer Opportunities

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The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is hosting several fun events this spring and summer, and we need your help making these events a success! Please fill out the form below with your volunteer interests, and we will be in touch with the details. 

Volunteer Opportunities:

Mud Run Construction Day

  • Date: April 22, 2023
  • Times: 8am – 12pm
  • Location: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
  • Duties: Helping clear the brush through the woods for the Georgetown Kids Mud Run
  • Wear: a hat, pants, closed-toed shoes you don’t mind getting dirty, and a comfortable t-shirt
  • Perks: Lunch provided 

Healthy Kids Day

  • Date: April 29, 2023
  • Times: 9am – 2pm (will have shifts)
  • All 3 Locations: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA, Tidelands Health Pawleys Family YMCA, Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
  • Duties: Helping to direct parking, greeting guests, helping set up + break down
  • Wear: comfortable clothing for outdoors 
  • Perks: Free YMCA Volunteer t-shirt

Prayer Breakfast

  • Date: May 4, 2023
  • Times: 6:45 am – 10 am 
  • Location: Claire Chapin Epps Family YMCA
  • Duties: Helping to direct parking, greeting guests, helping set up + break down
  • Wear: Business casual attire
  • Perks: Breakfast

Georgetown Kids Mud Run

  • Date: June 10, 2023
  • Times: 8:00 am – 1 pm 
  • Location: Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
  • Duties: Helping to direct parking, greeting guests, cheering on and directing kids on the course, helping at the water station, helping set up + break down
  • Wear: Comfortable clothing for outdoors
  • Perks: Free YMCA Volunteer t-shirt

Volunteer Interest Form

Thank you so much for signing up to be a volunteer! 
We will be in touch by email with a schedule and details. 

Week 9 #HealthyHabits Challenge: Bring your water bottle with you everywhere

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This week‘s #healthyhabits challenge is: Bring your water bottle with you everywhere. If it’s available, you’ll drink more water. 

Water is a key ingredient to keeping your body healthy. Drinking enough water can aid in  digestion, regulate body temperature, and keep your body running smoothly. To help increase your water intake, the CDC suggests carrying a water bottle with you or replacing sugary drinks with water.

Week 7 #HealthyHabits Challenge: Sleep for 8 hours 3 nights in a row (or more!)

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Week 7 #HealthyHabits Challenge: Sleep for 8 hours 3 nights in a row (or more!)

This week, your challenge is to sleep! According to the CDC, having a proper sleep schedule can reduce stress, improve concentration, help you maintain a healthy weight, and can even reduce your risk of sickness and heart disease! 

Tidelands Health family medicine physician Dr. Mark Owolabi, who practices at Tidelands Health Family Medicine at Holmestown Road in Myrtle Beach and is a faculty member at the Tidelands Health MUSC Family Medicine Residency Program, said a good night’s sleep is a vital part of maintaining good physical and mental health. 

“There are a lot of studies that show that a lack of sleep increases accidents on the job and on the road,” Owolabi says. “Poor sleep is associated with weight gain and can precede mental health issues such as depression.” 

Any fitness goal requires having a consistent and adequate sleep schedule. This week, work on developing good sleeping habits!  

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.