Livonia Family YMCA

14255 Stark Road, Livonia, MI 48154

Phone: 734-261-2161

The Livonia Family YMCA was built in 1968 and over the years has had major updates to it's cardio fitness area and the indoor tennis courts. The Livonia YMCA is conveniently located in a recreational area of Livonia at 14255 Stark Road near the John Stymelski Veteran's Park and the  Eddie Edgar Ice Arena. Livonia Family YMCA is one of 10 branches in the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit.

Jonathan and I visited the Livonia Family YMCA (#3 of 49) on June 22, 2019. We were able to hand out gifts courtesy of Jack's Place for Autism Foundation and encourage children to register to win a stuffed Augie dog. We are taking "Augie" with us to every YMCA in Michigan.

Here is a photo of Augie with our hosts the Executive Director of the Livonia Family YMCA Brian Wolverton and Tricia Hamzik, Regional Director of Wellness and Chronic Disease Prevention for the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit.

Augie at the original gym and fitness studio at the Livonia Family YMCA.

The Livonia Family YMCA has many innovative programs in it's 100,000 square feet of space, including vibrant day camps and senior programs, swimming, tennis and gymnastics.

Camps: The Livonia Family YMCA can serve up to 250 campers a day through it's programs in both Livonia and Westland, Michigan. More information about their camps is available on the Livonia YMCA's website.. 

Senior Programs: Senior citizens enjoy exciting opportunities at the Livonia Family YMCA through a variety of age appropriate classes labeled as "Silver Sneakers". 

Swimming: The swimming programs at the Livonia YMCA offer open swimming in lanes or a shallow end as well as classes. There are two innovative programs related to their aquatics that help special needs populations. They have a G.E.M.S. program for Group Exercise for Multiple Sclerosis and C.A.R.E.S. swim lessons tailored to those with special needs. More information on their swimming programs is available on the Livonia YMCA swimming page. 

This mural is on the wall in a viewing area looking into the pool.

Tennis: The indoor tennis facility at the Livonia Family YMCA was upgraded a few years ago with improved lighting and is a growing program. More information about their tennis programs is available on the Livonia YMCA's tennis page.  

Gymnastics: The gymnastics center at the Livonia YMCA is the home of the Livonia Flames. Programs offer opportunity for development of skills in a safe and encouraging environment. The Livonia Flames has their own Facebook page where one can follow them. 

Another exciting resource available on site at the Livonia Family YMCA is that the Detroit Medical Center has an office of their Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan just a few feet from their cardio work out area. The partnership is a win-win for the community and YMCA members. 

Social Media: You can follow the Livonia Family YMCA at the following social media pages.

• Facebook Page of Livonia Family YMCA
• Facebook Page of Livonia Flames (gymnastics team)
• Twitter for Livonia Family YMCA @Livonia YMCA

If you live in or around the Livonia area one of the best bargains would be to become members the Livonia Family YMCA. Financial assistance information is available on the website of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit.

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Alan and Jonathan Stokes are members of the Oak Park YMCA at the YMCA of Metropolitan Lansing. They are partnering with Jack's Place for Autism Foundation and the YMCA's in Michigan to visit each YMCA and spread autism awareness across Michigan from 2019-2022.