You are at the heart of the YMCA and that is why the YMCA is at the heart of the community. When you join the YMCA, you are part of a not-for-profit organization with a vision of building Strong Kids, Strong Families and Strong Communities. You can help create a safe, healthy and caring environment that will nurture people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them to become successful members of our community.
All Fair Acres YMCA locations are closed on the following holidays:
*24 Hour Access will be available. Must be at least 18 and have signed the waiver
2600 Grand Ave, Carthage, MO
141 E. 3rd Street Carthage, MO
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| $5 | Youth 1-18 years. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by a parent to attend. |
| $10 | Adults-19 & up. |
| $20 | Family- Primary, spouse, and all dependents 18 & under. |
The Carthage YMCA was originally formed in 1890 and was located on the second floor at 311 S Main St. In 1909 the first Y facility was opened on Main Street, just past the High School, near downtown Carthage. The Y served our citizens from 1890 until 1968 when it closed. Then, in 1990-1992 a group of dedicated community leaders came together and raised funds to build a new YMCA, which opened in 1993.
The new Y is located at 2600 S. Grand Avenue and is now called the Fair Acres Family YMCA, which got its name from the Fair Acres Nursing Home located near the same location where the current Y is located. For 93 years the YMCA has addressed the needs of our community and surrounding areas.
The YMCA has grown and changed with the times, providing services and solutions to community problems that impact the population. Financial assistance, teaching children to swim, youth basketball, flag football, volleyball, indoor soccer, teen leadership programs and after school child care are just some of the ways the Y provides for the community.
The Fair Acres Family YMCA is the place for your next get-together. Ideal for birthday parties, church groups, school groups, project graduations, youth groups and more! The options are endless with basketball, volleyball, racquetball, wallyball, swimming, a game room with pool, foos ball, and ping pong. What more could you ask for? Contact us with your date and have your bash at the YMCA.
Fair Acres location rentals are described on this page. For other locations, please use the links below.