Special Interests
Martial Arts & Specialty classes
We offer Women's Self Defense, Kenpo Karate, Fencing Class, RyuTe Karate and Karate for Kids with Special Needs. For detail, click here!
Tai Chi
Explore and discover through the ancient art of Tai Chi, a pathway to Better Health. For all ages and physical abilities, including people with physical disabilities. In this art of moving meditation, reconnect to your innate ability to balance and harmonize your life.
At your own pace, learn the ease of Physical Movement, Power, Strength, and Flexibility. Improve your postural balance to enjoy and get the most out of daily chores, work, activities: exercise fitness, golf, tennis, running, biking, dancing, walking, playing an instrument, knitting, gardening, etc.
Dr Perretta has studied Tai Chi for over 25 years and has taught at the YMCA since 2001. He will guide you in understand and applying proper body mechanics.
Wear comfortable workout clothing and foot wear to class! Tai Chi classes available at Kirkwood & Webster.
Please see our Group Exercise & Specialty class schedule for days and times.
Birthday Parties
For availability, contact the Service Center at Kirkwood: 314.965.9622 or Webster: 314.962.9622.
To book your party, download the registration form below and bring it into the branch!
KIRKWOOD FAMILY YMCA BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Download the Kirkwood Party registration form here!
SWIMMING PARTIES:
Ages 8 and up, 5-25 participants
Saturdays or Sundays from 3:00 - 5:00 PM
$125 for Full Members • $135 for Program Members • $150 for Non-Members
PARTIES INCLUDE:
1st hour (3-4 PM) is spent in the D Room for cake and presents. Table and chairs are provided.
2nd hour (4-5 PM) is spent in the pool with lifeguard supervision.
Kirkwood pool is 4 feet deep (shallow end) and 9 feet (deep end)
May bring water guns and beach balls. May NOT bring rafts, water balloons, or inflatable boats.
PARTIES DO NOT INCLUDE:
Any party items or food. The parent/guardian may bring these items and decorate the room 15 minutes before the party. The Kirkwood YMCA does NOT have a refrigerator to keep ice cream and drinks.
DECORATIONS:
If you choose to bring in decorations, you may use masking tape only. If you would like to decorate the room with anything out of the ordinary, please contact us for approval (prior to your party date).
BOOKING YOUR PARTY:
All parties must be scheduled at least 3 weeks in advance. Please return the registration form with full payment to the Kirkwood YMCA front desk to secure your party date.
SUPERVISION & CLEAN UP:
Two adults must be present for the duration of the party. Please remove all decorations after the party ends. Trash cans will be provided in the party room for parents to disguard cups, plates, wrapping paper, etc.
For information on a Kids Gym or Pool Party at the Webster Groves Family YMCA, click here!
Facility Rentals
Whether you are looking to host a lock-in, corporate meeting, baby shower, bridal shower, graduation party... the YMCA has the facilities you're looking for! For scheduling and availability, contact Stephanie Dane at 314.962.9622 x231.
