Flames YMCA

Free Grade 6 memberships at Calgary YMCAs help kids gain independence, increase physical literacy and confidence. Every grade six student in Calgary is eligible to receive a free YMCA 13-month membership to the YMCA, thanks to the generous support of the Calgary Flames Foundation. All you have to do is show up to your local YMCA with proof of age. No application necessary. The membership year runs from August 1^st to August 31^st. Get yours today!

For more information on how to sign up click HERE.

Recently, the Calgary Flames Foundation has committed another $1million to YMCA Calgary for the Calgary Flames Grade 6 YMCA Membership, bringing the Calgary Flames Foundation’s total commitment to this program to $3.25 million. This has been an ongoing partnership and the 2023-24 school year marks their 10th year anniversary.

Over the last decade this partnership has helped over 32,000 grade 6 youth develop social skills, confidence and form positive relationships that help them ignite their potential. Research from the program found that 79% of grade 6 members identified that they were more physically active since joining the Calgary Flames Grade 6 YMCA Membership, increased confidence was the top ranked outcome area among Grade 6 survey respondents and 37% of surveyed membership alumni still do an activity or sport learned while in the program.

The program supports youth as they transition out of traditional childcare models, develop new interests and prepare for junior high. It gives youth a safe place to practice independence, develop healthy habits, and establish a sense of belonging in a centre of community that promotes the values of respect, honesty, caring and responsibility.

What’s included with the Grade 6 Program?

• A free YMCA membership for the Grade 6 school year
• Access to all YMCA locations
• Flames Friday activities, sport night and weekly science, art, game nights programming (see the monthly schedules for each YMCA location)
• Grade 6 city-wide tournaments and special events
• All the great benefits that come from being a YMCA member, including discounts up to 25% on programs and day camps
• One free guest admission every month
• Opportunities to participate in leadership activities, surveys, focus groups and more.

The Grade 6 Membership Program is a great way for Grade 6 students to experience unplugged fun at YMCA Calgary. Students keep active and gain independence, as members can visit any YMCA locations on their own, without a parent/guardian. Grade 6 members can participate in both independent and programmed activities including special events, tournaments, weekly planned activities, and Flames Friday events.