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Creative Club | February
2026-02-02 15:00 - 2026-02-23 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
This program, designed for kids 4-12 years of age, is a 4-week program that allows kids to create and take home a piece of handmade art or craft! Join us for 4 weeks of creativity and community starting February 2nd.
Mondays in February | 3:15pm – 4:00pm | Ages 4-12 | Drop-Off Program

Toddler Tumbling | February 3rd, 2026
2026-02-03 09:30 - 10:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Join us on Tuesdays from 9:30am – 10:00am with your 0-3 year-olds for Toddler Tumbling, enjoying movement, music, and play in a group atmosphere. Toddler Tumbling is offered for guardians and their infants & toddlers as a free benefit to our members.

Arts & Crafts Club | February 3rd, 2026
2026-02-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Join us for a fun, creative way to share ideas and set goals. All are welcome. If you can, please donate supplies like pens, glue sticks, and old magazines. We’d love to create with you!
Tuesdays | 11:30am – 1:00pm | Intergenerational Center

Kids Cooking | February
2026-02-03 15:00 - 2026-02-24 16:00
Kids will learn cooking fundamentals and enjoy their snack after. Recipes will be no heat and nut free. Ages 6 – 10.
Tuesdays in February | 3:00pm – 3:50pm | Ages 6-80 | Santa Monica Family YMCA

Parent's Night Out
2026-02-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Friday, February 6th, 2026 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm | Santa Monica Family YMCA
Enjoy a Friday night on the town or at home and leave the kids with us! Parents’ Night Out gives parents an evening to themselves all while kids enjoy supervised fun at the Y! Kids will create a craft, eat dinner and end the night with a movie.
Click here to register!

Rock Climbing | February 7th, 2026
2026-02-07 10:30 - 14:30 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Join us on Saturdays for Open Climb! Our Rock Wall certified Instructors will coach climbers while belaying so everyone can reach new heights. The Santa Monica Family YMCA offers top-rope belay climbing as a member benefit during open-climb hours.
Saturdays 10:30am – 2:30pm | All Ages & Abilities Welcome | Santa Monica Family YMCA Gymnasium

Pal-entine Potluck
2026-02-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Love is in the air, and so is the aroma of delicious dishes! Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of food, friendship, and fun at the YMCA. Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy a festive celebration with your fellow members and pals! Please wear red, pink, or white.
Monday, February 9th, 11:00am – 1:00pm at the Santa Monica Family YMCA, Studio 3

Family Financial Planning Workshop
2026-02-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Start your new year strong by attending our first Financial Workshop held here at the Santa Monica Family YMCA. This workshop will be geared towards parents and caregivers, and feature topics like saving and budgeting. The workshop will be held by Griffin Hailey, a UCLA graduate who has a passion for strengthening our community by helping families build financial confidence. Griffin brings a reputable and relatable approach to sharing tools for families to use for budgeting and saving.
Workshop topics will include:

Protection
Savings
Retirement
Estate Planning

This workshop is FREE and open to the pubic, so feel free to invite friends, family, or neighbors who may benefit.
Questions? Please contact Kayla Blau, Youth & Family Programs Coordinator, at kayla@ymcasm.org

Camp Big Bear Registration Opens!
2026-02-10 08:00 - 23:30 | Summer Camp, Chicago, IL, 60606, United States
Are you ready for Summer Camp Registration?! 2026 Summer Camp preparations are already underway, and we cannot wait to welcome in another year of youth to our beautiful camp. Registration is online only and will open at 8:00am on February 10th. Walking through the checklist below will ensure you are ready for registration day!

Ensure you have an existing Santa Monica Family YMCA account
Check your online login credentials for your Santa Monica Family YMCA account to ensure you can log in
Double-check that the campers you will be registering are listed on your account
Have the first and last name of any camp buddies handy. Bunk requests are not guaranteed, but we will try our best to match your camper’s requests.
Know your camper’s shirt size
Plan whether your camper will need transportation to & from Camp Big Bear in July

Toddler Tumbling | February 10th, 2026
2026-02-10 09:30 - 10:00

Arts & Crafts Club | February 10th, 2026
2026-02-10 11:30 - 13:00

Protecting Your Personal Information Online Presentation
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
From our partners at Older Adult Technology Services (AARP) and Technology Education Coaching, this presentation provides an overview of the importance of protecting personal information online. It covers common online risks, basic safety practices, and simple steps individuals can take to safeguard their data while using the internet and digital services.
Join us on Wednesday, February 11th from 11:00am – 12:30pm at the Santa Monica Family YMCA

Workshop: Protecting Your Personal Information Online
2026-02-11 12:30 - 15:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Join us on Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 from 12:30pm – 3:30pm for a workshop from our partners at Older Adult Technology Services (AARP) and Technology Education Coaching. Following the Personal Information Presentation, participants can also sign up for 30 minute individual coaching with a Digital Coach! Participants MUST be 55 years or older OR a caregiver for an individual 55 years or older. Bilingual services are available in English and Spanish and participants will receive guidance on how to use their phone, tablet, or laptop (participants must bring their own device).
Spaces are limited! Please reserve your spot by emailing matthew@ymcasm.org

Floral Arrangements Class | February
2026-02-11 16:30 - 17:30 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Join us for an afternoon of step-by-step, hands-on floral arranging that you’ll be proud to take home! February’s arrangement will be a succulent bowl that will be the perfect centerpiece for your home. All ages are welcome, and no previous experience is needed. We look forward to seeing you on the 11th!
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm | Santa Monica Family YMCA

Community Blood Pressure Screenings with UCLA Health
2026-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Saturday, February 14th | 10:00am – 12:00pm | Santa Monica Family YMCA Lobby
Join us for free blood pressure screenings for the community, made possible by our amazing partners at UCLA Health. February is American Heart Month, making it the perfect time to check on your heart health and take a simple step toward a healthier you!

Rock Climbing | February 14th, 2026
2026-02-14 10:30 - 14:30

Toddler Tumbling | February 17th, 2026
2026-02-17 09:30 - 10:00

Arts & Crafts Club | February 17th, 2026
2026-02-17 11:30 - 13:00

AAA Keeping the Keys Workshop
2026-02-18 11:30 - 13:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Still love being behind the wheel? Let’s keep it that way. Join us for a free, in-person 90 minute workshop where we’ll discuss how driving changes with age and share practical tips to help you stay safe and confident on the road. FREE resources and giveaways for attendees.
Want to register? Please email matthew@ymcasm.org
Wednesday, February 18th from 11:30am-1:00pm at the Santa Monica Family YMCA

Blood Drive | American Red Cross
2026-02-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Friday, February 20th from 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Save up to 3 lives! This Blood drive helps the American Red Cross with our on-going LA Fire Relief & Recovery and helps us save more lives in the hospital.
Come join us and give the Gift of Life! Eligibility questions? Call 866-236-3276
Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: YMCASM to schedule an appointment.
Your Blood Donors will receive a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.

Rock Climbing | February 21st, 2026
2026-02-21 10:30 - 14:30

Toddler Tumbling | February 24th, 2026
2026-02-24 09:30 - 10:00

Arts & Crafts Club | February 24th, 2026
2026-02-24 11:30 - 13:00

Rock Climbing | February 28th, 2026
2026-02-28 10:30 - 14:30

Creative Club | March
2026-03-02 15:00 - 2026-03-30 16:00
This program, designed for kids 4-12 years of age, is a 4-week program that allows kids to create and take home a piece of handmade art or craft! Join us for 4 weeks of creativity and community starting March 2nd.
Mondays in March | 3:15pm – 4:00pm | Ages 4-12 | Drop-Off Program

Kids Cooking | March
2026-03-03 15:00 - 2026-03-31 16:00 | Santa Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Kids will learn cooking fundamentals and enjoy their snack after. Recipes will be no heat and nut free. Ages 6 – 10.
Tuesdays in March | 3:00pm – 3:50pm | Ages 6-80 | Santa Monica Family YMCA
