YMCA Greater Nottingham ABOUT YMCA NEWS WORK WITH US GET IN TOUCH DONATE GET INVOLVED YMCA GYM NOTTINGHAM CHILDREN AND FAMILIES HOUSING VENUES Our Heritage Ever since 1871 when a group of friends created a local branch of YMCA in Nottinghamshire, our community-centric ethos of promoting Christian core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility continue to grow stronger than ever! With the interests of young people and safeguarding their future resonating throughout every programme we deliver, YMCA’s mission has always been to enhance youth development, social responsibility in our community and healthy living for all. More than a building For many in Nottingham, YMCA is represented by the striking grade II listed art deco building which is surviving the test of time on Shakespeare Street in the city centre. Designed by Nottingham Council House architect Cecil Howitt, construction began in the 1930s and its doors opened in 1941 during the darkest days of the Second World War. Impressively, the building’s frontage was clad in black Vitralite, an opaque structural glass no longer available and extremely rare. This ‘jewel in Nottingham’s heritage’ has served many purposes over its long history; a meeting place for Scouts, Monday evening tea dances, games of basketball, passionate public enquiries in the 1960s and, for a period in the 1980s, a hostel for backpackers from around the globe. Today, it provides accommodation for the homeless and boasts an impressive 24-hour YMCA gym fitness centre for the public to enjoy. Adapting to the times, the once historic basketball court has now transformed into a cutting edge CrossFit space. The iconic building continues to embrace the YMCA’s commitment to promoting mind, body and spirit. With the needs of our young service users, hostel residents and gym members forever informing the decisions and shaping the direction of our charity, YMCA has always been – and will always be – so much more than just a building. It Is a welcoming, non-judgemental safe space for local people to come together and define the next chapter of our fantastic local community. Stories of our History ‘YMCA is here to serve and protect our community’ YMCA marks VE Day by remembering the courage of community volunteers and soldiers in World War Two – bringing their… Celebrating 175 Years of YMCA On this day, YMCAs across the globe celebrate our annual Founder’s Day whereby we remember the man who, at the… Wider YMCA movement Although every YMCA branch operates autonomously, YMCA belongs to a worldwide Christian Ecumenical movement that welcomes those of other faiths and none-religious people. Inclusivity and a deep respect for all people, regardless of background, resides at the heart of everything we do as a movement, and helping those in need of support drives us forward. As a local charity, we seek to share the Christian ideal of building a human community of justice where everyone deserves the chance to fulfil their God-given potential. 175th anniversary In 2019, YMCA marks the international movement’s 175th anniversary with a global youth event on 4-8 August at ExCel London, UK. Centred around promoting young people, YMCA175 brings together youth leaders, YMCA senior staff and networks from around the world through a combination of conference and celebratory elements designed to serve as a living embodiment of what the movement really means to hundreds of communities. The programme explores YMCA’s Christian identity, heritage, interfaith dialogue and ecumenical traditions to deepen understanding of youth empowerment going forward into the charity’s next chapter. Around the globe, young leaders are delivering youth-led projects and community development to give a real platform to the needs and voices of our next generation. As a result, they are making a significant contribution towards achieving the United Nations 17 core ‘Sustainable Development Goals’ (SDGs), which include agendas such as combatting poverty, reducing inequalities and promoting peace and justice. Learn more about YMCA175 by visiting the event’s website. Work With Us Do you have a passion for working with children or vulnerable adults? Whether you could help a homeless person rebuild their independence or deliver day camp activities to young people – we would love to hear from you! Find out what volunteer and job vacancies are available at YMCA by visiting our Careers page. We look forward to hearing from you soon! YMCA Gym Nottingham Not-for-profit gym in Nottingham city centre. Fully equipped spacious gym, weights area, fitness classes and CrossFit. No contract, no joining… Support a Young Resident We are so grateful for any generosity and donations that will help us to support vulnerable homeless and young people… Work With Us Whether you are a volunteer wanting to donate your time to help young people and vulnerable adults in Nottinghamshire or… ‘Our mission, based on Christian values, is to develop the mind, body and spirit of individuals, families and communities, and improve health and wellbeing for all.’ HOUSING Housing – Nottingham Housing – York and East Riding Housing – Mansfield Housing – Worksop YMCA Property Lets Building Better Opportunities Children’s Residential Care CHILDREN & FAMILIES YMCA Onside YMCA Digital Childcare Adventure Guides Camp Williams Outdoor & Adventure Wollaton Holiday Club (School Holiday Childcare) Term-time childcare VENUES YMCA ICC YMCA Front_Room GYM Gym Facilities Gym Memberships YMCA Running Club Gym Fitness classes and CrossFit WOD Schedule CrossFit 1871 at YMCA Gym Nottingham ABOUT US News Become a YMCA Member Get In Touch Our Heritage WORK WITH US Careers Volunteering Safeguarding Policy Terms & Conditions Cookies Privacy Policy ©2021 - YMCA Greater Nottingham | All right reserved