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LINWOOD YMCA/JAMES B. NUTTER, SR. COMMUNITY CENTER

The expanded and renovated Linwood YMCA/James B. Nutter Community Center is now open and providing our community with quality programs and services addressing youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Programs at the
Linwood Y

At the Y, we help kids and families be their best selves and reach their greatest potential through a variety of high impact programs that change lives. Choose from a range of programs for all ages focused on strengthening bodies, minds and communities.

Join the Linwood Y

Becoming a Y member is easy and takes just a few minutes. Check out our latest membership offer, find the best membership type for your needs to get started.

Donate to the Linwood Y

Your gift to the Linwood YMCA/James B. Nutter, Sr. Community Center helps individuals and families of all ages be at their best. Join us to strengthen the community through nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

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Linwood YMCA Pool

The newly renovated and expanded Linwood YMCA/James B. Nutter Sr. Community Center opened its doors on February 20, 2017. The new center features: 

  • An indoor pool to provide life-saving swim lessons and recreational opportunities year round.
  • An expanded health and wellness center in which people can improve their health with new cardiovascular exercise and strength training equipment.
  • A community room for all ages to connect through shared interests at meetings, faith-based group gatherings, celebrations of family and friends, and more.
  • A teaching kitchen for healthy eating, nutrition and cooking classes.
  • A renovated gym in which the community can gather for special events and healthy living activities such as youth and adult sports.
  • Multi-purpose studios for group exercise, dance, music, arts, and other social and educational activities.
  • A Kids Zone enrichment center to provide a safe and fun place for kids to learn and play.

Now Open:
University Health Community Care Linwood

Community Care University Health Linwood Exterior

University Health Community Care Linwood is a 7,000 square foot, state-of-the-art medical clinic located adjoining the Linwood Y. The clinic is all about providing you convenient, coordinated quality care focused on family medicine and behavioral health.

The facility includes:

  • 12 exam rooms
  • Experienced doctors and staff in your neighborhood 
  • Primary care and access to multiple award-winning specialists 
  • Convenient on-site parking 
  • Most insurances accepted 
  • TMC discount is available for those who qualify 

For more information, or to make an appointment, please visit UniversityHealthKC.org/Linwood

Location Amenities

Wellness Center
Wellness Center
Teen Room
Teen Room
Teaching Kitchen
Teaching Kitchen
Indoor Pool
Indoor Pool
Gym
Gym
Program Studios
Program Studios
Community Room
Community Room

Our Staff

The talented team at the Linwood Family YMCA is ready to connect you with our many programs and services that focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.

Youth Enrichment
Programs

Linwood Programs

As part of the Y's commitment to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Linwood Y offers the following youth programs free of charge:

LAUNCH PAD

Monday-Thursday, 2:30-6: p.m.
Students in 6th-12th grades engage in positve afterschool activities focused on academic support, enrichment and recreational activities.

QUEST CLUB

Tuesdays and Thursdays

Middle school students focus on leadership, character development, and nonviolent conflict resolution.

EXCHANGE NETWORK

High school seniors and juniors explore holistic wellness, employment skills, leadership development and post-secondary planning. 

ROBOTICS CLUB

Youth ages 10-14 use science, technology, engineering and math skills to build new and innovative robots. 

CHESS CLUB

New and experienced chess players come together to learn and develop skills. 

For more information or to register for any of these programs, call 816.923.5675 or visit the Welcome Center.

Healthy Harvest Mobile Market

We're partnering with 12345 Fit-Tastic! and Partners 4 Health to bring The Truman Medical Center Healthy Harvest Mobile Market to the Linwood Y each Wednesday from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Visit our blog to read more and watch a video about this mobile grocer that sells high-quality fresh fruits and vegetables at a low cost.

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