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Find out what’s happening at your Y! From fitness challenges to family events, we’ve got activities for everyone. Check our events schedule and make plans to get involved in the fun.

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Storming of Thunder Ridge

Ride through the Blue Ridge Mountains and support the YMCA’s Annual Campaign. Storming of Thunder Ridge offers routes for all skill levels, with proceeds helping fund community programs. Join us for a scenic ride and a great cause!

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Youth Scholarship Golf Tournament

Join us for the 31st Annual Youth Scholarship Golf Tournament! All proceeds benefit the YMCA’s Annual Campaign, funding youth development programs. Enjoy a day of golf, prizes, and networking, while supporting the Y’s mission to strengthen our community.

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DEKA

Test your limits with DEKA events at the YMCA of Central Virginia! These functional fitness challenges are designed for all levels, pushing you to achieve new personal bests while building strength, endurance, and confidence. Ready to earn your mark?

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March 2026
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DEKA Mile

The DEKA Mile is your chance to test strength, endurance, and grit in a high-energy fitness challenge like no other. Complete 10 functional fitness zones, each separated by a total of 1 mile of running (160 meters between each zone). Whether you’re competing or just...
14 Mar
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Jamerson Family YMCA
801 WYNDHURST DRIVE LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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DEKA Atlas

DEKA Atlas is a race against the clock – 10 unique fitness zones designed to challenge your strength, power, and endurance in just 30 minutes. Unlike DEKA Strong, each zone in Atlas is entirely different, testing your full-body fitness with no repeats. You’ll push your...
14 Mar
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Jamerson Family YMCA
801 WYNDHURST DRIVE LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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Swim Lessons Open House – Downtown YMCA

Join us at the Downtown YMCA on Saturday, March 14th from 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM for a family-friendly afternoon focused on water safety and swim skills. Enjoy free swim evaluations, life jacket fittings, open swim time, and chances to win swim lesson scholarships and...
14 Mar
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Downtown YMCA
1315 CHURCH STREET LYNCHBURG, VA 24504
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Parkinson’s Support Group

Join us for a monthly support group designed for individuals living with Parkinson’s and their loved ones. Connect with others, share experiences, and gain valuable insights in a welcoming environment. Meetings feature engaging speakers and activities.
17 Mar
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
YMCA on Old Forest Road
3408 OLD FOREST ROAD LYNCHBURG, VA 24501
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Bridge Club

If you’ve played before and are looking for a friendly group to rekindle your playing skills then join us for 2 hours of Bridge playing fun! Cards and tally sheets will be provided. Bridge Club is free and meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday...
17 Mar
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
YMCA on Old Forest Road
3408 OLD FOREST ROAD LYNCHBURG, VA 24501
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Fitness Walking

Stay healthy all year round! This is for those who enjoy being outdoors and walking on paved trails. Meet at the bike trail by the Greek Orthodox Church on Langhorne Road every Wednesday morning at 9:30am, weather permitting.
18 Mar
9:30 am - 10:30 am
St George Greek Orthodox Church
1724 Langhorne Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24503
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Marvelous Mahjongg

Come and join in the Marvelous Mahjongg fun! The only thing you need to bring is your Marvelous Mahjongg card and Mahjongg talent. If you don’t know how to play, come and observe, and let the others teach you how to play. Just show up...
18 Mar
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Jamerson Family YMCA
801 WYNDHURST DRIVE LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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Leisurely Hikers

Join YMCA volunteer Angelo Mercado as he leads a group of those who like to be outdoors and enjoy some easy to moderate local hikes that are no longer than 4 miles. The Leisurely hikers meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 9:00am....
19 Mar
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Fitness Walking

Stay healthy all year round! This is for those who enjoy being outdoors and walking on paved trails. Meet at the bike trail by the Greek Orthodox Church on Langhorne Road every Wednesday morning at 9:30am, weather permitting.
25 Mar
9:30 am - 10:30 am
St George Greek Orthodox Church
1724 Langhorne Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24503
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Marvelous Mahjongg

Come and join in the Marvelous Mahjongg fun! The only thing you need to bring is your Marvelous Mahjongg card and Mahjongg talent. If you don’t know how to play, come and observe, and let the others teach you how to play. Just show up...
25 Mar
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Jamerson Family YMCA
801 WYNDHURST DRIVE LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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Healthy Hikers

The Y’s Healthy Hikers meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 8:30am to enjoy some moderate to difficult hiking on the Appalachian Trails. Join YMCA volunteer, Angelo Mercado as he leads a group of those who like to be outdoors and...
26 Mar
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Barre Fight Fundraiser for Parkinson’s Awareness

Join us for a high-energy Barre Fight class that builds strength while supporting an incredible cause. This special fundraiser raises awareness for Parkinson’s and directly benefits Rock Steady Boxing at the YMCA — a program helping individuals with Parkinson’s improve balance, mobility, and confidence. Expect...
26 Mar
10:45 am - 11:15 am
Jamerson Family YMCA
801 WYNDHURST DRIVE LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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