Where the Community Comes Together
Fall 2022 Programs, Activities, & Registration

Registration begins Monday, 8/8 at 9:00am

Classes begin Wednesday, 8/31

Fall programs at the Y offer opportunities for all ages and interests to come together and become happier and healthier at the Y! Programs range in length with some offering multiple throughout the fall.

Youth & Teen Programs:
Choose from a wide range of all designed for kids and teens to have fun while developing skills, character, and confidence.

Adult & Senior Programs:
Strengthen your Y experience through personal and small-group training programs available for all ages, abilities, and goals.

Registration will be available online or at the Front Desk.

View our Fall Activity Brochure

Summer Facility Maintenance Updates
New Canaan YMCA Facility Closed: 8/24-8/26

We will be closed Wednesday, 8/24 - Friday, 8/26 in order to complete some larger maintenance and cleaning projects throughout the facility.

A few of these projects include deep cleaning of showers, painting throughout the facility, and repairs to our parking lot, in addition to the below annual maintenance to specific areas.

Please note: the Front Desk will remain open from 9:00am-5:00am during this time for membership and fall registration.

Forese Family Pools (Scooter & Lap)
Closed 8/20-8/28
The Forese Family Pools will be closed for annual maintenance, draining, and cleaning. The Valles Pool will remain open during this time with exception of 8/24-8/26 when the facility is closed.

Group Exercise Center
Closed 8/22-8/26
The Group Exercise Center will be closed for floor refinishing. View our group exercise schedules to for classes running in our Cycling Center, Mind Body Center, Wagner Room, and Zone.

Thank you for your flexibility as we work to maintain the Y that we all love!

View our Group Exercise Schedules

YMCA360: Access the Y anywhere, any time!
Looking to squeeze in a workout while the Y is closed? New Canaan YMCA members have access to YMCA360, featuring free virtual classes, workouts, and activities for all ages!

Access today on AppleTV, iPad, iPhone, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, and online at www.ymca.org
Access YMCA360 Online

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
Hosted by Griffin Health & the New Canaan YMCA

Tuesday, August 16, 12:00-6:00 PM
(Walk-in, no appointment needed)

Tuesday, September 6, 12:00-6:00 PM
(Walk-in, no appointment needed)

Location: New Canaan YMCA

Vaccines will be administered by Griffin Health and will include doses for all ages (6 months and older) from all vaccine manufacturers

Please bring a health insurance card, your vaccination card, and photo ID if you have them, but it is not necessary to have health insurance, a vaccination card, or an ID to receive the vaccine.

No one will be turned away for lack of insurance, vaccination card, or ID.

For additional information about the COVID-19 vaccine or if you have any questions, click here.

More at the Y
Serve It, Win It, Love It!
Badminton Open Play for Members

Interested in playing Badminton at the Y? Join us on Tuesdays from 7:00-9:00 PM and Saturdays from 2:00-4:00 PM in the Gymnasium for open play beginning Tuesday, August 16!

Badminton Open Play
Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 PM
Saturdays, 2:00-4:00 PM

Location: Gymnasium

For additional information and any questions, contact Lenwood Latta, Sports Director, at 203-920-1634 or by email.

Take the Plunge!
Competitive Aquatics Team Try-outs

Interested in joining our Caimans Swim Team or Whirlwind Diving Team? Try-outs are just around the corner for the 2022/23 season.

Caimans Swim Team Try-Outs:

Tuesday, August 30: 5:30-7:00 PM
Wednesday, August 31: 5:30-7:00 PM

To schedule a try-out, please contact Liz Blau at 203-920-1645 or by email. For more information on the Caimans Swim Team, click here.

Whirlwind Diving Team Try-Outs:

Monday, August 8 - Friday, August 12

To schedule a try-out, please contact Adam Vance by email. For more information on the Whirlwind Diving Team, click here.

Check Your Garage! Missing a Bike?

The Y has been in possession of an abandoned bicycle for over a month. Think it may be yours? Contact Mary Coleman at 203-920-1630 or by email.

Community Wellness at Kiwanis Park
Free Outdoor Summer Wellness Series

The New Canaan Library & New Canaan YMCA proudly present... Free Outdoor Summer Wellness Series!

Bring your towel or mat, water bottle, and a friend to come enjoy this fun, free series! All classes will be held on the tree-lined, shaded grass area adjacent to the east side of Kiwanis Park parking lot. FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY!

Wednesdays, Now-August 10 • 7:00-8:00 AM
Pilates in the Park - All Fitness Levels Welcome!
Instructor: Mary Ann

Thursdays, Now-August 11 • 7:00-8:00 AM
Sunrise Yoga - All Fitness Levels Welcome!
Instructors: Martha

Fridays, Now-August 12 • 9:30-10:30 AM
Qigong Under the Trees - All Fitness Levels Welcome!
Instructor: Lucy

Drop-ins welcome for ages 15+, ages 12-14 welcome with a parent. Participant waiver signature required upon the start of class, must be 18+ to sign. Parent must sign waiver for participants under 18 years old. Please note: no prior registration required.

In the event of inclement weather, classes will be held at the Y. Click here to view class schedules or sign up for push notifications on our mobile app for iPhone or Android.

Calling All LemonAiders!
LemonAid Stands for FAFU Return this Summer

Now through Labor Day!

Put your budding philanthropist's compassion into action and help support 380 students at Facing the Future Education Center (FAFU) in Kibera, Kenya by volunteering to host a neighborhood LemonAid Stand this summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day!

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 this summer

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

To learn more about FAFU, click here.

Get F.I.T. at the Y
Extended Summer Hours for F.I.T. Pass Holders!

Now through Labor Day, F.I.T. pass holders can use the Wellness Center between 11:00 AM-5:00 PM or at any time with a parent.

As a reminder, F.I.T. pass privileges do not include use of the Zone.
Help us Keep your Address Up-to-date

Have you had a recent change of address or plan to in the future? Please remember to include the Y on your notification checklist and contact our Front Desk with the new information. The Front Desk can be contacted at 203-966-4528 ext. 0.

Support for Ukraine

Ys across the U.S. express solidarity and concern for the young people, families and communities who are directly impacted by the crisis currently unfolding in Ukraine.

YMCA of the USA’s World Service Campaign is working in coordination with YMCA Ukraine, YMCA Europe and the World YMCA to help people and communities who are impacted by the conflict. While we work with our Y partners to determine what that response will entail, we know that financial support will be urgently needed.

Click here to read more about the Y’s support efforts in Ukraine and please consider making a gift online to help provide emergency support to those affected by this crisis.
What Your Gift Provides:

-Emergency support, including food, clothing, housing, transportation and psychosocial counseling for Ukrainian refugees (including Y staff and volunteers) in Romania, Moldova, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary and the Czech Republic.
-Support for the Ukraine YMCA response efforts in the country if/when the situation permits.
-Coordination of regional response efforts and local, national and regional partnerships.
-Support to re-establish long-term peace and reconciliation, cooperation and youth programs between Ukraine, Russia and Belarus.

'Y' Not Work at the Y!
Employment Opportunities

Looking for that special job in a special place? ‘Y’ not work here at the New Canaan YMCA? We have job openings!

-Infant-Preschool Childcare Teacher (Full-time & Part-time)
-Aquatic Instructor (Part-time)
-Artistic Swim Assistant Coach (Full-time & Part-time)
-Check-In Attendant (Part-time)
-Group Exercise Instructor (Part-time)
-Kids Unlimited Afterschool Childcare Staff (Part-time)
-Lifeguard (Part-time)
-Preschool Gymnastic & Movement Instructor (Part-time)
-Specialty Basketball Clinic Coach (Part-time)

Visit our ADP Job Portal & Apply Today!

Lost and Found

If you LOST it, we may have FOUND it!

If you are missing any items that you think you could have misplaced while at the Y, please take a look in our Lost & Found cabinet. The cabinet is located in the Wet Hallway (on the way to the pools) at the Y. Items found include various articles of clothing, water bottles, and goggles. Please note that unclaimed items are donated to charity at the end of the month.
Have you joined us for our outdoor summer wellness series in collaboration with the New Canaan Library? Join us at Kiwanis Park the following classes:

Pilates in the Park
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00am

Sunrise Yoga
Thursdays, 7:00-8:00am

Qigong/Tai Chi Under the Trees
Fridays, 9:30-10:30am

Don't miss out! Classes end next week on Friday, 8/12. View our class schedules here.