About the Madison Area YMCA
The Madison Area YMCA staff and volunteers work in an ongoing partnership to build a healthier, stronger community for children and adults of all ages.
Through our philanthropic, early childhood education, wellness and youth development programs, we build community and work to assure that Y programs and services are available to everyone regardless of their economic circumstances.
We operate with three core priorities:
- Youth Development, providing care and education for infants and preschoolers; and development for school-age children and teens through sports, athletics and leadership programs.
- Healthy Living, providing classes and programs to promote health and overall wellbeing.
- Social Responsibility, engaging the community in activities such as child protection education and philanthropic fundraising to assure broad access to Y programs and services.
As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the Y operates with a volunteer Board of Directors that, with the president & CEO, provides overall leadership and carries the fiduciary responsibility of the organization.
The Family Center
The Madison Area YMCA’s Family Center is a state-of-the-art facility designed to support health, wellness, and community for all ages and abilities.
Facilities & Amenities:
- Walker D. Kirby Aquatics Center – Two indoor pools with 12 lanes of water.
- Fitness & Training Spaces – A reimagined Fitness Center, strength & performance-focused Glasser Center, Indoor Cycle Room, and The Studio for small group training and MVe chair Pilates.
- Gymnastics Center & Y Ninja Gym – Home to the nationally ranked Rosettes Gymnastics Team
- Sports & Recreation – Full-court gymnasium and dedicated spaces for basketball, volleyball, and soccer teams (Gators, Lady Gators, Madison Storm, Royals, and Lady Royals).
- Kids & Teens – Kids Central indoor playground with Open Play and Babysitting, and the Boszhardt Family Teen Center, open afternoons and Friday nights in a chaperoned environment.
Programs for All Ages & Abilities:
- Aquatics, Gymnastics, School of Performing Arts, Sports, Enrichment, and Y Ninja Gym.
- Programs for individuals with special needs.
- Health Initiatives – Personal training, Ignite Group Training, and EGYM Smart Training, offering personalized, data-driven fitness plans in just 20-minute circuit workouts.
- Paths to Wellness programs including LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, a cancer survivors’ program, One Step, a multiple sclerosis program; and Parkinson’s disease wellness programs.
- Senior Programs – Specialized exercise classes, lap swimming, and creative classes.
With Y Wellness 24/7, in-person and virtual fitness programs, and a commitment to strengthening the community, everyone can Find Your Fit at the Madison Area YMCA.
More than physical activity and healthy eating, YMCA healthy living encompasses a holistic approach to well-being that significantly enhances the lives of individuals, families, and communities. We provide a welcoming, safe and supportive environment for all ages to become healthier and stay well in spirit, mind, and body.
Members receive reduced rates on program fees and priority registration on program fees. Scholarships and financial assistance may be available.
The Family Center is located in Morris County, New Jersey at 111 Kings Road, Madison.
F.M. Kirby Children’s Center
The F.M. Kirby Children’s Center of the Madison Area YMCA is the largest high-quality, full-service early childhood education provider in Morris County. We are a four star Grow NJ Kids rated school and hold a Golden Acorn Award for Excellence from Preschool Advantage. Our educational and engaging curriculum creates a stress-free learning environment in a social setting. With full-time and part-time programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, students grow with us as we guide them through every age and every stage of childhood. Individualized learning plans for every child and an emphasis on social skills create happy students with a love of learning for years to come. With ongoing enrollment, families can enroll in Kirby any time of the year. Teacher longevity, child-centered curriculum, STEM programming at every age, a YMCA membership, and a sprawling campus, complete with five playgrounds, away from busy streets make Kirby an ideal location for early childhood education.
As a former elementary school, the Kirby Center facility is specifically designed for children. Located on almost 3 acres of property, the Center has a gymnasium, full kitchen that serves snacks and meals developed by a staff nutritionist, and five state-of-the-art playgrounds to serve all age groups.
The F.M. Kirby Children’s Center is a member of the New Jersey YMCA State Alliance and a participating partner in the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey’s Healthy U program which teaches children the importance of physical activity and healthful nutrition. Financial assistance and scholarships may be available for eligible families.
For more information, click here, or contact Karé Matrisciano, Executive Director of the F.M. Kirby Children’s Center of the Madison Area YMCA at 973.377.4945.
Project Community Pride
Project Community Pride of the Madison Area YMCA is an important extension of youth development services for children, teens and their families throughout the Madison Area YMCA’s service area that was made possible through the collaboration of community leaders and a new partnership with the municipalities and School Districts of the Chathams, Florham Park and Madison. The partnership signifies a major step forward in furthering the Y’s commitment to youth development.
For more information about Project Community Pride of the Madison Area YMCA, click here or call 973.593.8450.
Board of Directors
The Madison Area YMCA is led by a volunteer Board of Directors who lend their time, talent and expertise to ensure that the Y fulfills its philanthropy mission and that Y operations are efficient and prudent.