Kirk Family YMCA
LOCATION DETAILS Kirk Family YMCA
Make the Kirk Family YMCA part of your day in downtown Kansas City. Close to where you live or work, our Y connects residents, commuters and families through fitness, swimming and community programs. Stop in to work toward a goal, meet a neighbor or enjoy time together in the heart of the city.
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Membership Membership at Kirk Family YMCA
Kirk Family YMCA
Bring your fitness goals and your family to the Kirk Y. Membership gives you room to move, from cardio and strength training to group exercise and the indoor pool. With Kids Zone supervised child care and wellness coaching, you can build a routine that works for you.
Find your favorite way to stay active with an indoor walking track, basketball and pickleball courts, and an outdoor turf field. Our steam room, dry sauna and whirlpool offer space to relax after your workout. Wellness coaching helps you get familiar with the facility and choose goals you feel ready to pursue.
For children, youth swim lessons and seasonal programs like Bitty Basketball and KC Current Bitty Soccer make learning new skills fun. Kids Zone gives parents time to focus on their own well-being while children enjoy supervised play. Family events include Kids Night Out. Community meeting spaces and volunteer opportunities invite you to get involved and build connections with others who live and work in downtown Kansas City.
Location
222 West 11th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64105
Hours
CENTER HOURS
- Mon-Fri: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Sat: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Sun: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
KIDS ZONE HOURS
- Mon-Thu: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 4 – 7:30 p.m.
- Fri: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Sat: 9 a.m. – Noon
- Sun: Closed
Amenities
- Wellness Center
- Indoor Pool
- Walking Track
- Community Room
- Basketball Court
- Steam Room
- Dry Sauna
- Whirlpool
- Teaching Kitchen
- Outdoor Recreation Space
- Pickleball
Rates
Individual Plans
Upcoming Events
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Room Rentals
Honesty Teaching Kitchen
For small group cooking demonstrations, hands-on classes
Max Capacity: 12
- Large monitor with HDMI input
- Large island with induction cooktop
- Cooking Class Instructor for additional fee
Caring Conference Room
For meetings, trainings, retreats, or celebrations
Max Capacity: 30
- Large monitor with HDMI input
- Additional counter space at front of room
Respect Conference Room
For meetings, trainings, retreats, or celebrations
Max Capacity: 30
- Large projector with HDMI input
- Additional counter space at front of room
Responsibility Conference Room
For meetings, trainings, retreats, or celebrations
Max Capacity: 18
- Large projector with HDMI input
- Additional counter space in front of room
Respect & Responsibility Combined Rooms
Two rooms combined for large group functions
Max Capacity: 60
- Two large projectors with HDMI inputs
- Additional counter space at each side of room
- Podium
- Microphone
Studios
Help your team unwind with a private group exercise, cycle or yoga class
- Access to lockers and changing rooms
- Group Exercise Instructors available for additional fee
Indoor Pool
Activity Pool – Great for pool parties, water physical therapy groups and water fitness classes
Lap Pool – Works well for small team training and testing sessions
Max Capacity: 20
- Access to hot tub, dry sauna and steam room
- Access to locker rooms
- Add additional rental space for a discounted price
- Water fitness instructors available for additional fee
Outdoor Turf
Wonderful, unique outdoor space in the heart of downtown KC. Help your team unwind with a private outdoor group exercise class
- Bitty-sized soccer turf great for practice
- Bring your own equipment
- Additional seating area available
Basketball Court
Perfect for pickleball setup, team building games, practice and unofficial competitions
- Access to basic equipment for basketball and pickleball
- Guests are welcome to bring in their own sports equipment
What's Included in your Rental:
When you rent a room with our YMCA your package includes:
- Free gated parking for guests
- Event Set-Up
- Free Wi-Fi
- Add-on services available for an additional fee:
- Water and Snack Services
- Event Clean Up
- Large Portable Speakers
Rental packages can be customized based on your needs. All rooms are subject to availability. To schedule a tour or book a space, contact the Kirk Family YMCA Welcome Center or call at 816.842.9622. You may also reach out directly to Executive Director: Sara Mader or by calling 785.477.9460.
OUR STAFF MEET THE TEAM
SARA MADER
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Hometown: Clarksville, Tennessee
Y Start Date: January 2023
Certifications: Masters in Sports Management Administration; ACE Personal Trainer; ACE Fitness Nutrition Certification: ACE Weight Management Certification
Hobbies: Camping, kayaking, quilting, reading and I’m a huge KC Current fan.
Favorite part of working at the Y: Getting to know the members and helping our community grow stronger and healthier.
TIFFANY SANDERS
HEALTHY LIVING DIRECTOR
Hometown: Omaha, NE
Y Start Date: 2021
Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree Health and Human Performance-Bellevue University, Master’s Degree Health and Wellness Coaching-Creighton University, Master’s Degree Wellness and Health Promotion Management-Nebraska Methodist College, Lifestyle Medicine Certificate-Creighton University Group, Exercise Certification-ACE, Nutrition Specialist Certification-ACE & Personal Trainer Certification-ACE
Hobbies: “I enjoy volunteering, reading, watching my fav tv shows, and attending local community events like the farmer’s market.”
Favorite part of working at the Y: “My favorite is the members. Meeting so many people that come from different walks of life and getting to know each of them. It has been a fun experience!”
JAHANA HAMILTON
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
Hometown: Springfield, Missouri
Y Start Date: June 2026
Certifications: Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with a Minor in Health and Wellness from The University of Central Missouri
Hobbies: “Grabbing food with my friends at new restaurants, anything that has me outdoors in weather over 60 degrees, finding small businesses in Kansas City to support, watching tv with my dog!”
Favorite part of working at the Y: Being a part of someone’s journey to develop them into the healthiest and happiest version of themself! The Y helped shape me at a very young age and I’m excited to give back and make an impact on the members that we get to engage with daily.
FAQ YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
The Kirk Family YMCA features a full wellness center with strength and cardio equipment, an indoor pool, and group exercise classes for all interests and fitness levels. Recreation options include a walking track, basketball court, pickleball courts, and an outdoor turf field. You’ll also find a steam room, dry sauna, and whirlpool to help you recover and relax.
Yes. Our Kids Zone is a supervised play area where your children are cared for safely while you attend a class, work out, or take part in activities at the Y. It’s designed to help parents balance their own wellness with caregiving, so you never have to choose between the two.
Membership includes the full wellness center, group exercise classes, aquatic facilities and water fitness, plus wellness coaching and orientation to help you set goals. With our “visit one or visit them all” model, you can use any YMCA across Greater Kansas City and participating Ys nationwide. The YMCA360 app lets you track workouts and access online classes too.
The Kirk Family YMCA keeps kids busy year-round. Youth swim lessons run through the full YMCA progression, and seasonal youth sports like Bitty Basketball and KC Current Bitty Soccer give younger children a first taste of team play. Kids Zone provides supervised care while you get your workout in.
Its central Downtown Kansas City location sets it apart, offering convenient fitness and wellness access for residents, commuters, and professionals right in the urban core. With comprehensive amenities and family-support services like Kids Zone, this center serves as a welcoming community hub for both active adults and busy families in the heart of the city.