Platte County Community Center South
LOCATION DETAILS Platte County Community Center South
At Platte County Community Center South in Parkville, Missouri, we help neighbors make healthy living part of everyday life. Fitness, swim lessons and family programs create opportunities to grow together. Through the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, our center welcomes individuals and families from across southern Platte County.
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Membership Membership at Platte County Community Center South
Platte County Community Center South
Choose how you want to move at the Parkville Y. Membership includes cardio and strength equipment, group exercise and water fitness, with free Member Orientation to help you get comfortable. Kids Zone provides supervised child care while you use the facility, helping your whole family feel welcome at the Y.
Our indoor pool, walking track, basketball court and pickleball give you ways to stay active throughout the year. Find a favorite class, work toward a personal goal or share a game with a friend. Kids Night Out offers children games and activities while parents take time for themselves.
Community partnerships help extend those opportunities. The YMCA operates this center through its partnership with Platte County Parks and Recreation, and Y members can also enjoy YMCA group exercise and pickleball at Riverside Community Center at no additional charge. Access to participating YMCAs nationwide adds flexibility when you’re away from home, so you can keep moving wherever your week takes you.
Location
8875 Clark Avenue
Parkville, Missouri 64152
Hours
Upcoming Holiday Hours
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Thanksgiving Day Holiday Hours Thursday, November 267 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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: 8 a.m. – Noon and 4:30 – 8 p.m.
- Fri-Sat: 8 a.m. – Noon
- Sun: Closed
Amenities
- Wellness Center
- Indoor Pool
- Walking Track
- Pickleball
- Basketball Court
- Whirlpool
- Steam Room
- Dry Sauna
- Community Room
- Teaching Kitchen
- Community Garden
Rates
Individual Plans
Upcoming Events
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PCCCS – Crockpot Cook-Off Contest
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PCCCS – AOA – WOW Luncheon (Widows and Widowers)
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Every gift to the Y stays right here in Kansas City, helping neighbors access swim lessons, safe spaces for kids, and programs that strengthen healthy living for all. When you give, you open the door for everyone to play, grow, and belong, no matter their circumstances.
OUR STAFF MEET THE TEAM
MATT EAVES
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Hometown: Western Kansas
Y Start Date: May 2004
Certifications: Fort Hays State University Alumnus
Hobbies: Outdoor activities including Kayaking, hiking, fishing and traveling.
Favorite part of working at the Y: “My favorite parts are the community involvement and leadership, mission of our Y and development of others.”
MONIQUE JALLOUL
ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri
Y Start Date: November 2015
Certifications: Bachelor of Science from the University of Missouri - Kansas City
Hobbies: Reading, walking my dog and trying new restaurants around the Kansas City area.
Favorite part of working at the Y: “Seeing how much of an impact small, meaningful gestures of kind words can make on individuals’ lives. I love knowing I am working for an organization that is building a stronger community.”
MILOS VUKAJLOVIC
AQUATICS DIRECTOR
Hometown: Paracin, Serbia
Y Start Date: March 2025
Certifications:CPO - Certified Pool Operator
SGE - Star Guard Elite level 2 Instructor
Australian Surf Lifesaving Instructor
European Red Cross Instructor
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
Professional Association of Diving Instructors - PADI Divemaster
Hobbies: I like going on road trips with my wife and see all the amazing places throughout the USA. I enjoy visiting new restaurants and tasting all the amazing BBQ that Kansas City has to offer. I also enjoy spending time near the ocean, diving and exploring the deep blues with my shark friends!
Favorite part of working at the Y: My favorite part about the Y is how engaging everyone is. People love to hang out and talk about anything and everything. Everyone is so friendly and community makes everyone feel welcome regardless of where they are from.
MEGAN WALKER
ACTIVE OLDER ADULT PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Hometown: Maryville, Missouri
Y Start Date: July 2021
Certifications: M.S. in Exercise & Sport Sciences - Sport Psychology; Red Cross - CPR Pro for Professional Rescuers, NETA Personal Training Certification; USA Weightlifting - Level 1 Coaching Certification; YMCA Group Exercise Instructor Certification; Enhance Fitness Certification; Matter of Balance Coach Certification.
Hobbies: Spending time with loved ones, getting outdoors with my dog, and staying active through sport and outdoor recreation.
Favorite part of working at the Y: I love all the people. It is such a welcoming environment from the staff that I work with to the members and program participants that I engage with on a daily basis. The YMCA is a great place to connect with like minded individuals who are looking to improve their overall health and wellbeing.
ALYSSA BAYER
YOUTH AND FAMILY COORDINATOR
Hometown: Linden, New Jersey
Y Start Date: February, 2021
Hobbies: Baking, cooking, taking walks and spending time with family and friends.
Favorite part of working at the Y: “Seeing how our work brings people together and creates lasting connections. Being a part of this positive change by helping build a stronger, healthier, more connected community has been immensely rewarding”
ELIZABETH YOUNG
AQUATICS COORDINATOR
Name: Elizabeth Young
Hometown: Elsah, IL
Start date: First time at the YMCA: May 13, 2013; Start date at Platte County Community Center South: October 24, 2024
Certifications: Bachelors of Science in Parks and Recreation Management from Northwest Missouri State University
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
Y-USA Swim Lesson Instructor
Hobbies: Spending time with my friends and visiting theme parks. I grow flowers and am trying to start growing food, as well.
Favorite part of working for the Y: Watching how the Y brings people together, whether it’s friendships formed in swim lessons or my parents who met at YMCA Camp Lakewood, it’s good to be part of the community.
CRISTINA BURNS
HEALTHY LIVING DIRECTOR
Name: Cristina Burns
Hometown: Parkville, MO
Start date: November 2006, Worked for the Great Bridge Family YMCA in Chesapeake, VA, and the Summit Family YMCA in Peachtree City, GA
Certifications: YMCA Group Exercise, AFAA Personal Trainer, Livestrong National Trainer, Les Mills Bodybalance, Fitour Pilates, MOSSA Group Active, NASM Orthopedic Specialist, personal trainer
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, cooking, reading, walking the dog, and doing arts and crafts
Favorite part of working for the Y: My favorite part of working at the Y is the relationships I have made. I am fortunate that my job has nurtured lifelong friendships. The Y feels like a second home.
FAQ YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
This center brings together everything you need for a well-rounded workout. Members enjoy cardio and strength training equipment, group exercise and water fitness classes, an indoor pool and aquatic programming, plus an indoor walking track and courts for basketball and pickleball. Free Member Orientation sessions are available to help you set and reach your personal wellness goals.
Yes! Our Kids Zone is a supervised play area where your children can be cared for safely while you take a class or work out. It’s designed to help parents balance fitness and family, so you can focus on your own wellness with peace of mind.
Your membership unlocks the full range of wellness amenities at Platte County Community Center South, including fitness equipment, group exercise and water fitness classes, aquatic facilities, and free Member Orientation sessions. Best of all, when you join, every participating Y is open to you, so you can stay active at YMCA locations across the country.
Families have plenty to look forward to here. We host Kids Night Out events where children ages 3 to 11 enjoy games, crafts, swimming, and dinner while parents take some personal time. The center also offers youth programming like swim lessons, giving kids fun, age-appropriate ways to stay active and build community.