Park South Family YMCA Hosts Grand Opening of New Facility

The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is proud to announce the grand opening of the new Park South Family YMCA. Located in the Queen City District in Southern Dallas, the 38,000 square foot facility is the first complete rebuild of a Y branch in recent years. The former building, which served members for more than 50 years, closed its doors in September of 2023 with the first phase of construction greenlit in January of 2024. The long awaited project is part of the Y’s growth strategy to renovate and expand Y facilities and programs in order to better serve North Texans.

In recent years, Southern Dallas County has experienced remarkable growth. What was once home to roughly 516,000 residents in the mid-2000s has more than doubled, exceeding one million. This mirrors the wider expansion of North Texas, with Southern Dallas at the forefront. The surge has ignited a wave of development, infrastructure and housing, all working in concert to support families and individuals with more access to services and opportunities to thrive. 

“The moment we’ve been waiting for is here and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome back our members and to say hello to the newcomers,” said Curt Hazelbaker, President and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. “The new Park South Family YMCA was built with the purpose to meet the real needs of people and bring them together. The impact this revitalized branch will have on our community is immeasurable, and is testament to what we can achieve when we have a shared goal.”

View photos from the ribbon-cutting ceremony!

What Awaits:

• Culinary Centerpiece: A state-of-the-art commercial kitchen to become the heart of the Y’s food distribution, and to provide critical meal and snack offerings for Park South Preschoolers.
• Preschool: A dedicated, secure wing for preschoolers with its own private entrance for students to get Kinder ready.
• Modern Childwatch Room: A dedicated space for family members of the Y to leave their children to engage in games and educational activities while their adults enjoy classes, swimming, and much more.
• Fitness Spaces: A fitness center packed with the latest gym technology, including cardio equipment that allows streaming content, as well as functional fitness staples like kettlebells and plyoboxes.
• Gathering Ground: An expansive, welcoming lobby and visiting areas for seniors and community members.
• New Pool: A sparkling indoor pool ready for swim lessons, swim meets, and water workouts
• Sleek New Gym: A dynamic space for youth sports.
• Team Headquarters: Efficient office spaces for staff.

“After 20 months of passionate labor, the Park South Family YMCA has been reborn and reimagined,” said Loletha Horton, District Executive Director at Park South Family YMCA. “As a cornerstone of the Queen City District, we understand the significance and influence of this project. This is where our members will be able to share stories, celebrate life’s victories, and find support. Our community deserves this.”

View photos from the ribbon-cutting ceremony!