YMCA Barnsley

YMCA Barnsley

Everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and what they can become.

We are an independent local charity that works for and with children and young people and their families. We deliver a wide range of children’s and youth work, extended services and activities. YMCA Barnsley aims to empower young people by involving them in activities that stimulate, challenge and enable them to realise their potential and participate fully in their communities. We provide a safe and welcoming space for children and young people and support them so they can belong, contribute and thrive.

We provide affordable, quality room hire facilities for other charities. We use the resources we have available to support those who are homeless and vulnerable. We have been an active part of our community since 1857 and we are keen to ensure a legacy for the future as a valued deliverer of services and facilities.

A New Look:
 We’ve had a make-over here at YMCA Barnsley. Keep an eye out and see the changes externally and in the Sports Hall. Internal changes completing hopefully in January 2027.
With thanks to Levelling Up funding, BMBC administrative support, Currie & Brown Project Management, Bond Bryan Architects, Hydrock and JP Wild Construction, amongst others.

Impact Report 2025.

Below we are proud to share some of some facts and figures from our Report

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What We Do

YMCA Barnsley focuses on the following key areas of work
Family & Youth Work, Health & Wellbeing
Homeless Support
Sports & Activities
Facilities Hire

Our Exciting Projects

YMCA Barnsley exists to support children, young people and their families in Barnsley. We aim to empower young people by involving them in activities that stimulate, challenge and enable them to realise their potential and participate fully in their communities.

We provide a positive opportunities and activities for children and young people in a safe environment where they are supported by qualified, experienced and skilled youth workers. Our programmes raise aspirations, build confidence and self-esteem and contribute to building emotional resilience and positive mental wellbeing.

Find out more about our exciting community & youth work projects.

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World Drowning Prevention Day doesn’t officially land until 25th July, but we are starting the conversation early. Our hearts are heavy as our community remembers the 20 young people and adults who recently and so tragically lost their lives.

One life lost is already too many, and we refuse to let another family experience that heartbreak. 💔

Open water can look tempting when the weather warms up, but cold water shock and hidden currents are real. If you or a mate ever get into trouble, do not panic and thrash about.

Instead, follow the official RNLI Float to Live guidance to save your life:🔹 Tilt your head back with your ears submerged.🔹 Relax and try to breathe normally.🔹 Move your hands and legs gently to stay afloat.🔹 It’s OK if your legs sink—everyone floats differently!🔹 Spread your arms and legs out wide like a starfish to stay stable. Once your breathing is under control, you can then swim to safety or call for help.

Please hit SHARE. Let's look out for each other and make sure every single one of us makes it home safe this summer. 🤝☀️
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How you can get involved

Be a Volunteer

 There are plenty of ways you can get involved and opportunities for you to embrace. Our volunteers include trustees, support our children’s and youth work, help with our allotment & orchards, support our work with the homeless and vulnerable, and help us with events and fundraising.

Make a Donation

 Whether you decide to make a one-off donation or pledge a monthly gift, we promise the donation you make to YMCA Barnsley will be used to benefit the lives of children, young people and vulnerable members of the community. Your support makes a real difference!

Access our Services

 YMCA Barnsley exists to support children, young people and their families in Barnsley. We aim to empower young people by involving them in activities that stimulate, challenge and enable them to realise their potential and participate fully in their communities.

Find YMCA Barnsley

Contact us and find us on 01226 214165

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