New Canaan Community YMCA
Weekly E-Newsletter
August 10, 2023

What's Happening at the Y

Join the Fun This Fall!

Fall Programs & Activities 2023

Registration begins Monday, August 14 at 9:00 AM

Classes begin Wednesday, August 30.

Check out brand-new youth programs launching this fall!

View our Fall Brochure

Are You Ready for Fall Registration?
Fall Programs & Activities 2023

Set yourself up for registration success and make sure your membership account is ready in our system!

We launched our new membership system back in May. Before fall registration begins, please make sure you can access your online account and verify your account is set up for registration.

Please review the steps below to ensure your online account has been set up:

STEP 1:

Verify your username and password by logging in to your membership account. Click here to log into your account, or visit www.newcanaanymca.org and click MY ONLINE ACCOUNT along the top menu. Your username is the primary email address associated with your Y membership account.

Please Note: Your primary email/username will be used to register all members on your membership account. If you would like to change your primary email address, please call our Member Services Desk at 203-966-4528.

STEP 2:

Verify that your child's membership is active and attached to your membership account. Once logged in, navigate to your Dashboard, and check the bottom right Membership section to view the participants attached to your membership. If you do not see your child or they do not have an active membership, please call our Member Services Desk at 203-966-4528.

We're Here to Help!

we know that learning a new system can sometimes be challenging. Please call us at 203-966-4528 and we will be happy to help you out!

View our Fall Brochure

Ready. Set. Save!

Lifeguard Recertification Courses

Spots still available, register today!

RECERTIFICATION COURSES

This one-day course will recertify any current American Red Cross lifeguard with a two-year certification. Participants will demonstrate their skills and brush up on saves, first aid, and CPR/AED. Please see below for available course dates.

Course Dates (one-day):

Saturday, August 12

Saturday, August 19

Time: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM

Fees: $250/member, $300/non-member

REGISTRATION

Registration is currently available online and at the Front Desk. Register today!

For additional information and any questions, contact Matt Busse, Director of Aquatic Operations & Safety, by email.

Register for Lifeguard Courses

More at the Y

Group Exercise Survey

We are conducting a brief group exercise survey to gain insight regarding our classes and schedules, including requests for new offerings. Your feedback will aid us in offering the strongest group exercise experience possible for our members and the community.

The survey should take no longer than a few minutes and we greatly appreciate your feedback!

Thank you for your participation!

Group Exercise Survey

Facility Schedule Updates

Group Exercise Schedule Update

Total Body Conditioning

at 6:00 AM on Mondays has been canceled.

Arthritis Water Exercise

at 1:30 PM on Mondays will be taught by Sarina.

Total Body Conditioning

at 7:00 AM on Tuesdays will be replaced with HIIT Strength with Tetiana.

Zone Challenge

at 7:00 AM on Wednesdays will now be taught by SJ.

Total Body Conditioning

at 7:00 AM on Thursdays will now be taught by SJ.

Pilates Stretch Fusion

with Frances on Sundays will now begin at

9:00 AM

Power Yoga + Meditation

with Lucy on Sundays will now begin at

10:15 AM.

Click here to view group exercise schedules.

Forese Family

Pools

Closed

Now-November 1

Click here to stay

up-to-date about the Forese Family Pools closure.

Dates to Remember

2023 Fall Activities

Registration begins Monday, 8/14.

Classes begin Wednesday, 8/30.

Click here to view our fall brochure.

Caimans Swim Team Try-outs

Wednesday, 8/30

5:00-6:30 PM

Thursday, 8/31

5:00-6:30 PM

Fee: $35

Contact Liz Blau by email to schedule your try-out!

2023 Summer Activities

Session currently in progress.

Register online or at the Front Desk.

Click here to view our summer brochure.

Group Exercise News

Summer Schedule Updates

Summer vacations, fun in the sun, and summer subs! See the below group exercise schedule and instructor updates currently in effect:

- Total Body Conditioning on Mondays at 6:00 AM has been canceled for the remainder of the summer.

- Arthritis Water Exercise on Mondays at 1:30 PM will be taught by Sarina.

- Total Body Conditioning on Tuesdays at 7:00 AM has been replaced with HIIT Strength with Tetiana.

- Zone Challenge on Wednesdays at 7:00 AM will be taught by SJ.

- Total Body Conditioning on Thursdays at 7:00 AM will be taught by SJ.

- Arthritis Water Exercise on Fridays will now begin at 1:15 PM.

- Pilates Stretch Fusion with Frances on Sundays will now begin at 9:00 AM.

- Power Yoga + Meditation with Lucy on Sundays will now begin at 10:15 AM.

We'd like to remind all members to arrive on time for aquatic group exercise classes, or classes will be subject to cancellation.

Stay informed about upcoming group exercise schedule updates by checking our weekly e-newsletter, online schedules, or the Y's mobile app for iPhone or Android.

Find Your Team This Fall!

Caimans Swim Team Try-Outs

The New Canaan YMCA Caimans Swim Team provides a supportive, instructive, and fun environment for swimmers of all abilities.

Under an experienced and dedicated coaching staff, the Y provides competitive and non-competitive programs for all ages, from developing strokes to competing nationally; all while gaining confidence and learning the importance of teamwork.

2023 Try-Outs:

Join us for our end-of-summer swim team try-outs, taking place on the dates below:

Wednesday, August 30: 5:00-6:30 PM

Thursday, August 31: 5:00-6:30 PM

Fee: $35

For additional information, any questions, and to schedule your try-out, contact Coach Liz Blau at 203-920-1645 or [email protected].

Helping Kids Get Back to School

School Supply Drive to Benefit DVCC of Norwalk

Currently, the Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC) of Norwalk is supporting 180 children in safe houses. Please support these children by donating new much-needed school supplies. *There is a particular need for backpacks!

Accepting donations until Wednesday, August 30

Items needed:
*Backpacks
Lunchboxes
Notebooks
Pens & Pencils
Colored Pencils
Crayons
Erasers
Calculators
Notecards
Graphing Paper
Rulers
Glue Sticks
Please drop off donated school supplies in the box located in the Y's lobby. Thank you for your support!

Calling All LemonAiders!

Neighborhood LemondAid Stands for FAFU

Host a LemonAid Stand now-Labor Day

Put your budding philanthropist's compassion into action by hosting a LemonAid stand this summer to benefit the needy children at Facing the Future Education Center (FAFU) in the Kibera slum of Nairobi, Kenya!

It's Easy!

Sign up by contacting Diana Riolo at 203-920-1653 or by email

Pick up your LemonAid stand kit (while supplies last)

Grab your family or some friends and host your LemonAid stand any time before Labor Day

Return any LemonAid funds raised for FAFU to the New Canaan YMCA

To learn more about FAFU and our partnership, click here.

Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool

Lessons Running Throughout the Summer

Spots available for remaining sessions, register today!

We are proud to partner with the New Canaan Recreation Department to provide swim lessons at the Steve Benko Pool in Waveny Park this summer!

Classes are available for ages 6 months (parent/child) through 12 years.

Classes run through August 18 as one-week sessions that meet Monday-Friday in the morning.

*Participants do not need to be a New Canaan YMCA member, but do need to be a member of the Steve Benko Pool before the first lesson.

Registration:

Registration is currently available online and at the Front Desk. Click here to view additional information.

NEW! Water Safety Wednesdays

Are you a parent or caregiver who is curious about how to keep your family safe around water?

Join us for Water Safety Wednesdays each week at the Steve Benko pool in Waveny Park to learn about pool and beach safety, aquatic emergency preparedness, and become certified in hands-only CPR!

Open to participants currently enrolled in swim lessons at the Steve Benko pool!

For additional information and any questions, contact Matt Busse, Director of Aquatic Operations & Safety, at 203-920-1643 or by email.

Register for Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool

Kids Club On-Site Babysitting

Available for Ages 6 Months or Older

Kids Club drop-in babysitting is available for Y members while they use our facility. Children must be 6 months or older and able to sit independently.

Summer Location:

Kids Club will be located on the Y's lower level in our on-site babysitting space for the summer.

Days & Hours:

Monday-Friday; 8:15 AM-12:15 PM

Fees:

Kids Club is free for those with a current Family Membership and $15.00/90 minutes for all other members.

Contact:

For additional information and any questions, contact Suzy Pfeifer, Senior Director of Childcare, at 203-920-1649 or by email.

Learn More About Kids Club

Welcome to Our New Online Membership System

An Improved Registration Experience

We have launched a new online membership system to improve your Y experience!

Our new system is easier to navigate and provides an improved registration experience for our members and program participants.

What you need to know and how to get started:

All current New Canaan YMCA Members will need to set up a new online account to manage their membership and register online.

Please review the steps below to set up your new online account.

Step 1:

Ensure you have a valid email connected to your New Canaan YMCA membership account. If you do not have a valid email, are unsure, or would like to change your primary email address, please call our Front Desk at 203-966-4528 and we'll help you out!

Step 2:

Navigate to the new registration system. Visit www.newcanaanymca.org/registration or click the button below to set up your new account.

Step 3:

Log in to your account. Enter the email or phone number associated with your New Canaan YMCA membership and select "Forgot your password?". You must then select "Email me a reset password link" and follow the prompt in your email to reset your password.

Step 4:

Enter your new password. Upon creating and entering your new password, you will be ready to search and register online for programs and activities at the Y!

We're here to help!

We know that learning a new system can sometimes be challenging. Please call us during business hours with any questions at 203-966-4528 and we will be happy to help you out!

Set Up My Account Now 

We are incredibly excited to announce that Sophia Shen, New Canaan YMCA Aquianas artistic swimmer, has earned a second consecutive nomination to the 2023 U.S. Youth Artistic Swimming National Team!

In addition to Sophia's nomination, our very own Laura Mase, New Canaan YMCA Aquianas Artistic Swimming Assistant Coach, has been named assistant coach of the 2023 U.S. Youth National Team!

Sophia is currently training with Laura in Las Vegas, NV as they prepare for the FINA World Youth Championships in Athens, Greece later this month, where they will go on represent the Aquianas and the U.S.

Congratulations, Sophia & Laura!