Providence YMCA / Ball Family Center
LOCATION DETAILS Providence YMCA / Ball Family Center
The Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center brings neighbors together in Kansas City, Kansas. Our Y supports healthy living through fitness, swimming and programs for children and adults. Whether you’re exploring a new activity or looking for family connections, you’re welcome to learn, grow and get involved here.
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Membership Membership at Providence YMCA
Providence YMCA / Ball Family Center
Build healthy habits with people who encourage you at the Providence Y. Membership offers cardio and strength training, group exercise and an indoor pool, with wellness orientation to help you begin. Kids Zone gives children supervised playtime while you take time for your own well-being.
Enjoy time in the indoor pool, which features zero-depth entry, lap lanes and water slides. Exercise studios, a gymnasium and a steam room give you choices for movement and relaxation. Swim lessons, youth sports and Active Older Adults classes help family members discover activities suited to their interests.
Kids Night Out offers children an evening of games and activities while parents enjoy a break. Our food pantry and community garden support neighbors beyond their workouts. Together, these programs reflect the Providence Y’s commitment to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, helping people across Kansas City, Kansas, build connections and care for one another.
Location
8601 Parallel Parkway
Kansas City, Kansas 66112
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: 9 a.m. – Noon and 5 – 7:30 p.m.
- Fri-Sat: 9 a.m. – Noon
- Sun: Closed
Amenities
- Wellness Center
- Indoor Pool
- Basketball Court
- Pickleball
- Food Pantry
- Community Garden
- Outdoor Recreation Space
- Steam Room
Rates
Individual Plans
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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
STACY STEPHENS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Hometown: Winnsboro, Texas
Y Start Date: May 2026
Certifications: Bachelor of Science from The University of Texas at Austin; Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Sam Houston State University; Texas Association of Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame; University of Texas Hall of Honor
Hobbies: Hiking, spending time outdoors, activities on the water, traveling, and spending time with my cats, friends and family
Favorite part of working at the Y: Working with the YMCA team and community to continue the legacy already established at the Providence Family YMCA.
SABRAH PARSONS
PROGRAM DIRECTOR II
AQUATICS
Hometown: McPherson, Kansas
Y Start Date: With the YMCA of Greater Kansas City for over 12 years, and other Y associations since 1996
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time on my hammock, reading and baking with my husband and three children.
Favorite part of working at the Y: “I enjoy being a lifeguard, and instructor for the lifeguards and an instructor for lifeguard instructors. Teaching swimming lessons and the instructors for them brings me great joy. I love being part of our community and helping others find joy in the water.”
JUSTIN BRANTLEY
HEALTHY LIVING COORDINATOR
Start date: November 2023
Hobbies: Pickleball, cycling, hiking, traveling, spending time with family, attending the Kansas City Symphony, and exploring restaurants around Greater Kansas City.
Favorite part of working at the Y: “Helping members learn how to use the equipment, stay consistent with their fitness goals, and connect with others on their health and wellness journey.”
FAQ YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Our Providence center is built for every kind of wellness goal. You’ll find a full fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment, group exercise studios, and a zero-depth-entry indoor pool with lap lanes and water slides. The facility also features a gymnasium with basketball and pickleball courts and a steam room, so there’s something here for the whole family.
Yes. Our Kids Zone is a supervised play and care area where your children can be safely looked after while you take a class, hit the gym, or enjoy other YMCA activities. It’s designed to give parents peace of mind so you can focus on your own wellness routine knowing your kids are happy and engaged.
Absolutely. Your Providence Family YMCA membership includes access to participating YMCA locations nationwide, so you can stay on track whether you’re at home or traveling. Members also benefit from wellness orientation sessions to help set personal goals and a full range of fitness, aquatic, and family programming.
There’s plenty for kids and families to enjoy. The center hosts Kids Night Out, where children take part in games, crafts, swimming, dinner, and fun activities while parents enjoy an evening to themselves. Beyond that, you’ll find swim lessons for various skill levels, youth sports, and ongoing programs that bring families together in a safe, supervised environment.
The Providence Family YMCA combines comprehensive fitness and wellness amenities with family-oriented services that help caregivers stay active while their children are safe and engaged. Rooted in the YMCA mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, it serves as a central community resource, offering everything from group exercise and aquatics to family events, plus community programs like a food pantry and garden.