YMCA of the Highland Lakes

YMCA of the Highland Lakes

Formerly the Galloway-Hammond Recreation Center, the YMCA of the Highland Lakes at Galloway-Hammond is operated by the YMCA of Central Texas in conjunction with the City of Burnet. A hub for fitness, sports, child care, swimming and more!

1601 S. Water Street, Burnet, TX 78611

512-246-YMCA(9622)

Branch Hours:

  • Monday – Friday: 5am – 9pm
  • Saturday: 8am – 5pm
  • Sunday: Closed

ChildWatch:

  • Monday – Friday: 7:45am – 11:30am, 4:30pm-7pm
  • Saturday: 8am  – 10:30am
  • Sunday: Closed

Holiday Hours:

  • Monday, May 25th: Closed
  • Saturday, July 4th: Closed
  • Monday, September 7th: Closed
  • Wednesday, November 25th: Open 5am-6pm
  • Thursday, November 26th: Closed
  • Friday, November 27th: Open 8am-6pm
  • Thursday, December 24th: Closed
  • Friday, December 25th: Closed
  • Thursday, December 31st: Open 5am-12pm
  • Friday, January 1st, 2027: Closed

Amenities

  • Cardio Theater
  • ChildWatch
  • Coffee Bar & Social Spaces
  • Cycle Studio
  • Day Camp
  • Fitness Center
  • Free Weight Area
  • Full-Size Gymnasium
  • Gen Center
  • Group Exercise Studios
  • Gymnastics
  • Indoor Aquatics Center
  • Locker Rooms
  • Outdoor Sports Fields
  • RV Park
  • Virtual Exercise Studio
  • Warm Water Therapy Pool
  • Youth Sports

Let the Spring Break fun begin!

Kids will enjoy exciting activities, creative games, outdoor challenges, team-building fun, artsy projects, and daily swimming. Every day is a new adventure—and the perfect way to stay active and make memories at the Y!

Spring Sports

Get ready for an exciting Spring Sports season! Register for Volleyball or Soccer by February 21st to take advantage of early-bird pricing. The season begins March 9th—we’ll see you on the field and court!

Year-Round Swim Lesson

Swim lessons for ages 6 months through adults—designed to meet swimmers where they are and help them grow stronger, safer, and more confident in the water.

RV Park

Did you know there’s an RV Park right here in Burnet, TX? We offer daily, weekly, and monthly rates, with stays available up to a maximum of six months.

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Kids Night Outs

Drop the kids off at the Y for an evening packed with fun while you enjoy some well-deserved “me time.” Our awesome ChildWatch team will keep them busy with themed crafts, games, and activities they'll love. We’ll even take care of dinner and healthy snacks! Whether you're heading to a movie, out to dinner, or just catching up with friends, you can relax knowing your kids are having a blast in a safe, familiar place.

Program Directory

YMCA of the Highland Lakes Team

Board of Directors

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    Lori Ringstaff

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    Nancy Allen

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    Ross Behrens

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    David Bennett

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    Trey Brown

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    Max Cardenas

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    Tim Denton

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    Cynthia Dire

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    Daniel Dire

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    Julia Evans

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    Thom Farleigh

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    Keitha Goodwin

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    Rachael Hausman

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    Cody Henson

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    Louise Lary

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    Gayle Loyd

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    Roger Moore

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    Sandra Moore

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    Suzanne Wideman

Board of Directors

  • Lori Ringstaff

    Board Chair

  • Ross Behrens

  • David Bennett

  • Trey Brown

  • Tim Denton

  • Cynthia Dire

  • Daniel Dire

  • Julia Evans

  • Sherrye Faulkenberry

  • Michele Frank

  • Tommy Gaut

  • Rachael Hausman

  • Michael Holcomb

  • Jennifer Jensen

  • Louise Lary

  • Gayle Loyd

  • Roger Moore

  • Sandra Moore

  • Stacy Smith

  • Marc Whitacre

  • Suzanne Wideman

Staff

  • Gary G

    District Executive Director

  • Elizabeth G

    Associate Executive Director

  • Sundae H

    Sports & Aquatics Director