Did you know that the YMCA is the largest childcare provider in the area?

Y ChildWatch is the YMCA's drop-in childcare for parents while they use the Y. Because we know how important exercise is, we recognize that it's easier said than done when you have small children. That is why we are proud to offer quality drop-in childcare free for family members. ChildWatch is staffed by caring, friendly, and professional staff members, while providing a safe and fun place for children to stay while their parents enjoy the YMCA. This drop-in care is free to our Family Members and available to Adult members for $1.50 per hour.

Available for children ages newborn to 7 years. 

For questions relating to Y ChildWatch, contact our ChildWatch Coordinators:
Terry Brenner - 608-782-9622 ext. 221 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Jess Mlsna - 608-783-9622 ext. 725 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Hours:
YMCA-La Crosse Fall/Winter/Spring Hours:
Monday - Thursday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm & 3:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Friday - 8:15 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday - 8:15 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday - 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

YMCA-La Crosse Summer Hours:
Monday - Thursday - 8:15 am -1:30 pm & 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm
Saturday - 8:15 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday - 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

YMCA-North Fall/Winter/Spring Hours:
Monday - Thursday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm & 3:45 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm & 3:45 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm
Sunday - 10:15 am - 2:00 pm

YMCA-North Summer Hours:
Monday - Thursday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm & 3:45 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm & 3:45 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday - 8:15 am - 1:30 pm
Sunday - 10:15 am - 2:00 pm

Mission:
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.