Child Watch

Helping You Achieve Your Goals

Safe, Convenient Care While You Work Out

Many of our locations offer our Childwatch Program. This is an opportunity for you to participate in one of our fitness classes or simply go workout and all the while still have peace of mind knowing that your children are being watched in a safe environment. Enjoy Y Town – a child-size imaginative play area – available at Bell Road and Wilson YMCAs. Here is a list of locations and Childwatch Schedules.

Childwatch Schedules

Peace of Mind While You Exercise

Bell Road YMCA

Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 11:30am
Monday – Thursday: 3:30pm – 7:15pm
Saturday: 8:30am – 11:30am

2-hour limit per day

Address

2435 Bell Road
Montgomery, AL 36117

East YMCA

Monday-Thursday: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Ages 6 weeks – 11 years

2-hour limit per day

Address

3407 Pelzer Avenue
Montgomery, AL 36109

Early Learning program at East YMCA

Grandview YMCA

Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 10:00am
Monday – Thursday: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Ages 3 months – 10 years

Childwatch is a service provided to members who are working out and not to be used while a sibling is participating in a youth sport or aquatics program. Childwatch will not be available for nationwide members that aren’t members of YMCA of Greater Montgomery during the months of June & July.

Address

4700 Camp Grandview Road
Millbrook, AL 36054

Wetumpka YMCA

Monday-Saturday: 8:00am – 10:00am
Monday – Thursday: 3:30pm – 7:00pm

Friday: 3:30pm – 6:30pm

Ages 6 months – 12 years

2-hour limit per day

Address

200 Red Eagle Drive
Wetumpka, AL 36092

Wilson YMCA

Monday & Wednesday: 8:00am – 11:00am
Tuesday & Thursday: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 8:30am -10:30am

Ages 3 – 6 years

2 hour limit per day

Address

1445 Wilson Park Drive
Montgomery, AL 36117

Family-Friendly Fitness With Childcare You Can Trust

Discover how our YMCA Child Watch program helps parents stay active while providing children with safe, engaging care during your workout.

Consistent Fitness Is Hard Without Built-In Childcare

Most parents want to stay active, but without childcare, workouts often get pushed aside. Our YMCA Child Watch removes that barrier by giving families access to a fitness center with childcare right here in Montgomery. Instead of rearranging schedules or missing gym days, you can focus on your routine while your child enjoys safe, engaging playtime.

Avoid the Stress of Finding Someone to Watch Your Child

Gyms without childcare leave parents rushing through workouts and checking their phone every few minutes. At the YMCA, our Child Watch program provides peace of mind. With daycare services inside a full-service fitness center, you can slow down, focus, and complete a workout that feels productive and enjoyable, without the constant worry.

Children at Child Watch

Skip the Extra Stops with Childcare Inside Your Fitness Center

Parents shouldn’t have to juggle separate daycare drop-offs just to fit in a workout. With our YMCA fitness club offering childcare onsite, everything happens in one location. Your child plays safely nearby while you train, take a class, or unwind. It’s simpler, more convenient, and built for real families with busy schedules.

See What Our Members Are Saying!

Love it! It was the best decision we made as a married couple with kids. Our kids love it as much as we do. We can work out while the babies are in the YMCA childwatch. And the ladies in there are so kind, the whole crew is just really kind really love it! Definitely recommend this place!

-Ana De Dios

Where Fitness and Family Support Come Together

Our Child Watch program helps parents enjoy their wellness routine while children play, learn, and feel at home in a safe, caring space.

  • A Supportive Space for Parents

    Finding time to focus on your health is easier when you know your child is cared for. Our YMCA Child Watch program gives parents a comfortable way to enjoy fitness centers that offer childcare. You can take a class, lift weights, or unwind in a peaceful environment while your child enjoys safe play a few steps away.

  • Making Healthy Routines Possible

    Balancing family life and wellness can be difficult, but having daycare support inside a fitness center helps make healthy routines sustainable. At the YMCA, parents can focus on their workout while children experience friendly supervision, toys, and enriching activities. It’s a simple way to prioritize both your own well-being and your child’s happiness.

  • A Safe Place for Kids to Explore

    Our Child Watch staff creates a welcoming space where children feel safe, curious, and engaged. With age-appropriate toys, gentle supervision, and opportunities for creative play, kids enjoy their time while you enjoy the benefits of a gym that includes daycare. It’s childcare and fitness working together for your family’s needs.

  • Community, Connection & Convenience

    The YMCA brings people together, making workouts feel less like a chore and more like a community experience. With childcare available inside our fitness facilities, parents gain convenience without sacrificing quality care. It’s a supportive place where fitness, family, and flexible daycare options all come together to help you thrive.

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Join the YMCA today to unlock exclusive member benefits! Enjoy discounts on programs, priority registration, and access to a variety of child care options. Your membership helps support our community, offering you and your family valuable resources and opportunities. Don’t miss out— become a member today and start enjoying all the perks!

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