Sioux Falls Family YMCA

After season of cleanup, updates, Camp Leif Ericson readies for summer with big vision ahead

By Jodi Schwan | May 4, 2026

The next generation of campers is going to notice some changes when YMCA Camp Leif Ericson and Camp Tepeetonka open this summer.

Camp Leif Ericson submerged by flood, looks for donations to recover for summer

By Jodi Schwan | June 23, 2024

The recent flooding hit Camp Leif Ericson hard, submerging the summer camp and causing significant damage.

Downtown YMCA seeks to revitalize building with more youth, fitness programs

By Jacqueline Palfy | April 15, 2024

“We’ve seen some changes over the years, but the Y is back.”

City proposes bringing back open gym in some former community centers

By Jodi Schwan | September 13, 2023

The city of Sioux Falls is proposing reopening some gyms in former community centers to offset a need for more recreation space.

Leif Ericson camp for grown-ups draws big interest

By Jacqueline Palfy | August 16, 2023

Got a little camp envy? Lots of grown-ups have already snagged their spots at the inaugural Leif Ericson one-day camp for adults.

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