What's New at the Y

Learn, Grow, & Have Fun at the Y!

New Fall Preschool Program!

Growing with STEM (Ages 3-5) A few spots available!

Do you have a preschooler who is interested in clouds, or why they have a shadow? If so, this program is for them! Growing with STEM will launch your child into STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) with age-appropriate activities and games.

Growing with STEM begins tomorrow, October 21, register today!

Registration is available online or at the Front Desk. For additional information and any questions about fall preschool programs, contact Matt Busse at 203-920-1643 or by email.

Register for Growing with STEM

More at the Y

Family Fun Obstacle Run

Family Friendly Community Event

Join us at the New Canaan YMCA on Sunday, October 23 from 12:30-2:30 PM for a family-friendly obstacle course featuring four inflatables, an obstacle course, and other fun challenges!

Sunday, October 23 • 12:30-2:30 PM

A family fun community event also including:

- Yard games

- Music

- Food Trucks

Thanks to our event sponsors at M&T Bank, this is a free event for our community's families to enjoy! Registration is recommended.

Register for Family Fun Obstacle Run

Class Schedule Updates

Halloween

Zone Challenge

Saturday, October 29

7:45 AM

Join us in costume for a Halloween-themed Zone Challenge class with Mariella!

Click here to view group exercise schedules.

Dates to Remember

Family Fun Obstacle Run

Sunday, October 23

12:30-2:30 PM

Free & open to the community!

Registration recommended online.

YSN Halloween Fall Festival

Sunday, October 23

4:00-6:00 PM

Free & open to the special needs community and friends!

RSVP: Contact Carolynn Kaufman at 203-920-1656 or by email.

YSN Halloween Fall Festival

Hosted by 21 Strong & the New Canaan YMCA

Grab your family and friends and let's boogie! Join us for our YSN Halloween Fall Festival on Sunday, October 23 from 4:00-6:00 PM for the special needs community and friends! Costumes optional. Event is FREE & open to the community!

Sunday, October 23 • 4:00-6:00 PM

Photo Booth • Kid Zone • DJ Dance Party • Sports • Snacks • Pizza

Event is funded in partnership with Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut. For additional information and to RSVP, please contact Carolynn Kaufman, Director of Special Needs, at 203-920-1656 or by email.

Middle School Night Fall Dates

Saturdays,

7:00-9:30 PM:

October 29

November 19

For more information on this program for youth in Grades 5-8, click here. 

Registration available online or at the Front Desk. To register online, click on the desired date listed above.

Achieving Greatness Together

Youth Basketball League 2022-2023

For Boys, Grades K-12

For Girls, Grades K-8

The goal of the Y-Ball program is to develop the whole basketball player; providing each participant with an opportunity to improve basketball skills, develop gameplay, and build friendships, all while having fun and fostering a love for the game.

Registration for the Y's 2022-2023 Youth Basketball League (Y-Ball) is currently available online on the Y's membership portal.

Important Dates:

- K-8th registration ends Friday, November 7
- High School registration ends Thursday, December 8

Click here for league information, the 2022-2023 registration packet including required forms, and the volunteer coaches form.

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

Register for the 2022-2023 Y-Ball League

Middle School Night Fall Dates

Saturdays,

7:00-9:30 PM:

October 29

November 19

For more information on this program for youth in Grades 5-8, click here. 

Registration available online or at the Front Desk. To register online, click on the desired date listed above.

School Vacation Camp Fall 2022 Dates

Election Day

Tuesday,

November 8

For more information on 2022-2023 School Vacation Camp, click here. Registration available online or at the Front Desk.

Youth @ the Y Fall Dates

Saturdays,

6:30-9:00 PM:

November 12

For more information on this program for youth in Grades 1-4, click here. 

Registration available online or at the Front Desk. To register online, click on the desired date listed above.

Youth @ the Y & Middle School Night

Have Fun with Friends at the Y!

Middle School Night (Grades 5-8)

Saturday, October 29 • 7:00-9:30 PM

One Saturday each month, middle schoolers get the Y all to themselves, with access to the Wellness Center, Group Exercise Center, Basketball in the Gymnasium, Forese Pool, and Wagner Room. Not only will there be plenty of fun games and activities but also a concession stand with snacks, drinks, and pizza! 

Advance registration is available online or at the Front Desk. $15/Members, $25 Non-Members, & $30/All at Door. 

Upcoming Middle School Night Dates: November 19

Register for Middle School Night

Youth @ the Y (Grades 1-4)

Saturday, November 12 • 6:30-9:00 PM

 Elementary schoolers will be divided into groups and led by Y staff to various stations around the Y where events will be run by specialist staff. Activities include use of the Forese Family Pool, Group Exercise Center, Wagner Room, Gymnasium, and Kid Zone.

 Advance registration is mandatory and available online or at the Front Desk. $30/Members & $40/Non-Members.

Register for Youth @ the Y

ForeverWell

Events

Tuesday,

November 15

12:15-1:15 PM

Topic:

New Canaan Historical Society History of Fashion

RSVP by stopping by or calling the Front Desk at 203-966-4528.

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Play Bridge, Anyone?

Aspiring Bridge Card Game Club

If you would like to help launch a Bridge Club here at the Y, please stop by or call Mary Coleman's office, Membership Director, at 203-920-1630.

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.

'Y' Not Work at the Y!

Employment Opportunities: Join our Team!

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

Rainbow Station Infant-Preschool Teacher (Full-Time)

If you love working with children, we want to hear more about YOU! The New Canaan YMCA's Rainbow Station Infant-Preschool program is looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and nurturing candidates to join our team.

Our classroom teachers work together to provide a program to foster children’s social, physical, emotional, and cognitive growth. Our childcare classes participate in YMCA programming departments, including professional swim instruction, Bouncing Bears gymnastic time, music classes and more, all within the regular weekly schedule.

Early Morning Lifeguards (Part-Time)

Calling all early birds! If you are a Rise-and-Shine morning person, the New Canaan YMCA may be the right fit for you! Flexible hours & a great part-time opportunity for students, retirees, or anyone wanting to stay actively employed while still having a large portion of their day free for other interests.

Apply Today on our ADP Job Portal!

Support for Ukraine

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.

The New Canaan Library held an exciting improv workshop at this week's Foreverwell lunch and learn enjoyed by Y participants and our special guests from Staying Put in New Canaan. The workshop featuring fun warm-up exercises, learning about the concept of "yes, and," and collectively improvising a story together.