New Canaan Community YMCA
Weekly E-Newsletter
December 28, 2023

What's Happening at the Y
Best. Summer. Ever.
Summer Camp 2024 Registration

Priority member registration begins Wednesday, January 3 at 9:00 AM

Registration will be available online and at our Member Services Desk. Non-member registration begins Monday, March 4.

Whether it's making new friends, learning to swim, or building self-confidence, each child grows at New Canaan YMCA summer camps; developing skills and memories that last far beyond the summer. Join us for your best summer ever at the Y!

Camp Mini: Ages 3-5, Pre-K

Camp Y-K: Entering Grades 1-6

Leader-In-Training (L.I.T.): Entering Grades 7 & 8

Counselor-In-Training (C.I.T.): Ages 14 & 15

Artistic Swimming Camp: Boys & Girls, Ages 6-12

Basketball Camp: Boys & Girls, Ages 6-12

Camp Jam for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs: Ages 13+

Special Cares Support: Ages 3-14

View our summer camp brochure online!

Summer Camp Brochure

Pedaling for Parkinson's (PFP)

Demo Class

Date: Wednesday, January 17

Hours: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

Location: Cycling Center

During this demo class, participants will ride a stationary bike indoors for 1 hour. The session will begin with a 10-minute warm up, followed by 40 minutes with resistance, and ending with a 10-minute cool down. Riding an indoor stationary bicycle has been shown to reduce Parkinson's motor symptoms by as much as 35%.

To participate or for additional information, contact Eva Saint, Wellness Director, at 203-920-1623 or by email.

Kids Club Open December 26-29

Available for Ages 6 Months or Older

Kids Club will be open and operate normal hours December 26-29 and will be closed on Monday, 1/1.

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.

Location:

Kids Club is located on the lower level.

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 Kristen Godin at 203-920-1649 or by email.

Holiday Hours of Operation

Facility Update for December 31 & January 1

New Year's Eve, December 31: 7:30 AM-3:00 PM

POOLS

Forese Family Lap Pool

7:30 AM-3:00 PM: 7 lap lanes, 1 therapy lane

Forese Family Scooter Pool

7:30 AM-12:00 PM: therapy swim

12:00-3:00 PM: free swim*

Valles Pool:

7:30 AM-3:00 PM: 5 lap lanes, 1 therapy lane

GYMNASIUM

7:30-9:30 AM: Adult Basketball

9:30 AM-12:00 PM: Adult Pickleball

12:00-3:00 PM: Open Gym

GROUP EXERCISE

Classes are running as scheduled.

New Year's Day, January 1: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM

POOLS

Forese Family Lap Pool

9:00 AM-3:00 PM: 7 lap lanes, 1 therapy lane

Forese Family Scooter Pool

9:00 AM-1:30 PM: therapy swim

2:15-3:00 PM: free swim*

Valles Pool:

9:00 AM-3:00 PM: 5 lap lanes, 1 therapy lane

GYMNASIUM

9:00 AM-12:00 PM: Open Gym

12:00-3:00 PM: Family Open Gym

GROUP EXERCISE

9:15 AM: Cycling with Kelly

9:45 AM: Group Power with Mariella

9:45 AM: Pilates Mat with Frances

10:15 AM: Zone Challenge with Kelly

11:00 AM: Group Centergy with Mimi

11:00 AM: Fit & Functional with Deb

12:15 PM: Chair Fitness with Deb

12:15 PM: Strength, Upper Body with SJ

1:30 PM: Arthritis Exercise with Sarina

Please be sure to check our website or mobile app for up-to-date schedules.

*Free swim advance registration is required online.

View Facility Schedules

Calling All Middle Schoolers

Middle School Programs Beginning in January

Register for middle school programs (grades 5-8) that begin the first week of January!

Budding Beats Percussion Group

Wednesdays, 2:45-3:45 PM

Aim & Achieve Archery

Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 PM

Beginner Volleyball

Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 PM

Intermediate Volleyball

Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 PM

Ski & Board Club (Limited Spots Available!)

Fridays, 4:15-10:45 PM

Middle School Madness

Saturdays, 1/20 & 2/10, 7:00-9:30 PM

Register today!

Register for Middle School Programs

Please Support Our Y!

2023 Annual Support Campaign

Donations help the Y change lives every day.

From providing financial assistance so that everybody has the opportunity to become healthier and happier at the Y, to life-changing programs for kids, adults, seniors, families, those with special needs, and chronic disease management, our community counts on the Y every day, and donations make this unwavering support possible.

Please consider a gift to the Y this year and help strengthen the heart of our community.

Donations can be made online, by mail, and at our Member Services Desk.

Members Helping Members: 2023 Giving Tree

The Y awards over $200,000 in financial assistance for membership and programs each year. Make a donation to the Y's Giving Tree and give the gift of swim lessons, summer camp, childcare, a healthy lifestyle, a place to connect, and so much more!

Support the Giving Tree and we will display an ornament in your honor. Give online or at our Member Services Desk.

Dante's Café Holiday Week Hours

Thursday, December 28:

9:30 AM-4:00 PM

Friday, December 29:

8:00 AM-2:00 PM

Saturday, December 30-Monday, January 1:

Closed

Dante's Café is proudly operated by EB222 Catering, LLC

More at the Y

Commit to Fit 2024

Start Your Year with Fitness!

Make it your resolution to commit to fitness this new year with support from the Y!

THE PROGRAM

Complete 39 workouts (or more!) between January 1-April 14, 2024.

Your workouts will be tracked based on your New Canaan YMCA check-in scans. With each scan, you will need to complete one workout at our Y for at least 20 minutes. One scan will be counted per day. You can view your check-in scans on your online account under Visits.

Commit to Fit workout cards will also be available at the Wellness Center Desk for those looking to track their workouts. Note: you must scan at check-in to "count" your workout.

THE REWARD

Make a commitment to wellness while feeling great, getting in shape, and building a routine to keep you motivated all year long!

THE BONUS

All Commit to Fit participants who complete 39 workouts will be entered in a raffle drawing for a chance to win special Y prizes! Raffle prizes will be announced next week.

HOW TO JOIN

Register for Commit to Fit between now and January 31 for a fee of $15.00. Your registration fee includes a dry-fit Commit to Fit t-shirt that will be available at our Member Services Desk while supplies last.

*Commit to Fit is open to New Canaan YMCA members ages 14 and older.

For additional information and any questions, contact Bridget Philipp at 203-920-1626 or by email.

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New Year, New Classes

Group Exercise Schedule Update

By popular demand, we are adding Les Mills BodyPump to the Y's group exercise schedule!

Beginning Wednesday, January 3:

BodyPump at 8:30 AM on Wednesdays with Tetiana

Similar to MOSSA Group Power, Les Mills BodyPump is a 45-minute, full-body barbell workout that burns calories, shapes and tones your entire body, increases core strength, and improves bone health.

Donate Online

Livestrong at the YMCA Spots Available This Winter

Cancer Survivor Physical Activity & Well-Being Program

Livestrong at the YMCA is a 12-week, research-based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health.

Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive care to safely achieve their goals such as building muscle mass and strength; increasing flexibility and endurance; and improving confidence and self-esteem.

Those interested in participating in the program this winter may reach out to Eva Saint at 203-920-1623 or by email.

Learn More About Livestrong at the YMCA

Building Relationships

School Vacation Camp (Grades K-6)

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 15, 2024

It's slumber party day at the Y! Come dressed in your favorite pajamas and slippers for a day of cool arts and crafts and cooking. Pizza lunch will be provided. Be sure to bring your bathing suit and towel for free swim!

Registration Deadline: Monday, January 8 at 5:00 PM

Hours:

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Fees:
KU Participant - $75
Member - $105
Non-member - $130

Extended Hours Fees:
KU Participant - FREE
Member & Non-member - $15/hour

Upcoming School Vacation Camp: February Break (February 19-23, 2024)

For additional information and any questions, contact Kristen Godin at 203-920-1649 or by email.

Register for Vacation Camp

'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!

- Kids Club On-Site Babysitting Staff (Part-Time, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:30 PM)

- Lifeguards (Part-Time)

- Youth Swim Instructor (Part-Time)

- Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

- Artistic Swimming Coach (Full-Time)

- Book Keeper/Accounting Assistant (Full-Time)

Did you know? All New Canaan YMCA employees receive a free membership, program discounts, and more!

Apply Today!