The YMCA of Coastal Georgia announces the grand opening of its first-ever Guyton location at 718 Central Blvd., Guyton, GA. The event, open to the public, will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, August 24, at 10 am, followed by a day of family-friendly fun.

Guests can enjoy delicious food and drinks provided by The Rusty Pig in Rincon and Southern Kafe in Guyton. For entertainment, there will be a variety of activities including inflatables from Flippin Out Inflatables in Guyton, face painting, caricature drawing and more. 

Attendees can also explore a selection of Y Swag and merchandise and enter to win a brand new 28” Blackstone Griddle in a raffle (entries accepted only on-site). Additionally, as a special offer, anyone joining the YMCA association-wide on the day of the grand opening will receive a waived joiner’s fee.

“We are excited to bring the YMCA’s longstanding tradition of community service to Guyton," said Shelly Fickau, Regional Executive Branch Director. "Our new facility will provide a comprehensive range of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of the community. We look forward to becoming a vital part of the Guyton community.” 

The new YMCA in Guyton occupies a thoughtfully renovated space that once served as a church and family home. Designed by the award-winning Savannah architecture firm Felder & Associates, the building now boasts a modern and functional layout. 

“We’ve had great success renovating other YMCA facilities in the area,” says Brian Felder, owner and principal architect at Felder & Associates. “We used that expertise to create a functional and inviting space in Guyton with plenty of opportunity for growth. We’re pleased the YMCA leadership is happy with the results, and we think the community will be too.

Tours of the new facility will be offered at the event, showcasing the state-of-the-art health and wellness center, open and welcoming reception area, expansive gymnasium and exercise floor with eGym equipment, group exercise studios, bright and cheerful child watch space, locker rooms, dedicated space for teen activities and flexible classroom space for diverse programs.

“The opening of the Guyton Family YMCA marks our dedication to expanding services and support to the Guyton community. We welcome everyone to explore the diverse programs and amenities we offer," said YMCA of Coastal Georgia CEO Joel Smoker. 

"At the Guyton Family YMCA, we’re dedicated to improving lives through a wide range of programs and services. From state-of-the-art fitness facilities to enriching youth, childcare, and senior programs, we offer something for everyone," said Smoker. "Whether you’re looking to stay fit, connect with others, or give back to the community, the YMCA is here for you. Join us and discover the difference that our longstanding commitment to service and support can make in your life."

For more information, visit www.ymcaofcoastalga.org/branch/guyton-family