New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter June 22, 2023

What's New at the Y

Come Together at the Y This Summer!
Summer Programs & Activities Begin Monday, June 26!

Registration is currently available online and at the Front Desk.

Youth & Teen Programs:
Big Bears (Ages 2-3), swim lessons (Ages 6 months-12 years), FIT Pass program (Ages 12-13), and more.

Adult & Senior Programs:
Masters Swim, swim lessons, personal and small group training, pilates apparatus, Exercise for Parkinson's, and more.

View our summer brochure online. Register today!

Register for Summer Programs

Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool
Lessons Begin Monday, June 26!

Spots available. 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 will run June 26 to 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.

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

Ready. Set. Save!
Lifeguard Certification & Recertification Courses

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):

Sunday, June 25
Saturday, August 12
Saturday, August 19

Time: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM

Fees: $250/member, $300/non-member

CERTIFICATION COURSES

This two-day course will certify participants as American Red Cross Lifeguards. Please see below for available course dates.

Course Dates (two-day):
Saturday, July 8-Sunday, July 9
Saturday, July 22-Sunday, July 23

Time: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM

Fees:* $450/member, $500/non-member

*Lifeguard Certification Reimbursement:

Course participants who obtain their lifeguard certification and successfully become a lifeguard at the New Canaan YMCA are eligible for course fee reimbursement.

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

Best. Summer. Ever.
Summer Camp 2023 Registration

Register today!

Whether it's making new friends, learning how 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!

Artistic Swimming Camp: Ages 6-12. Spots available for Session 1 (July 10-21)! Registration: Contact Deb Isidro by email.

Basketball Camp: Ages 6-14. Spots available for multiple sessions! Registration: Register online.

Camp Jam for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs: Ages 13+. Spots available for multiple sessions! Registration: Contact Carolynn Kaufman by email.

Camp Mini: Ages 3-5 (Pre-K) *Currently full.

Camp Y-Ki: Completed Grades K-5 *Currently full.

Special Cares Support for Campers with Special Needs: Special cares support is offered at Camp Mini and Camp Y-Ki for ages 3-14 on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information about inclusive support services offered at our camps, contact Carolynn Kaufman, Director of Inclusion & Support Services, at 203-920-1656 or by email.

Registration is currently available online and at the Front Desk.

More at the Y

Join us for a Swim!
Valles Pool Adult Lap Swim, Therapy Swim, & Free Swim

The Valles Pool is open for adult lap swim, free swim, and therapy swim!

Adult Lap Swim: Available to members ages 13+ looking to swim for exercise and leisure.

Therapy Swim: An open time for members ages 13+ needing water therapy.

Free Swim: Available for members ages 13+ and with a parent or guardian for ages 12 and under.

*Click here to view aquatic information and policies.

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

View Pool Schedules

Kids Club On-Site Babysitting Summer Location
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

Summer Food Drive
To Benefit the New Canaan Food Pantry

Through Friday, June 30

Summer can be a difficult time for families who rely on school meal programs.

Please consider donating non-perishable food items or items recommended below. A collection box is located in the lobby. All donations are greatly appreciated!

 - Kids Snacks-Individually Wrapped
 - Canned Spaghetti & Meatballs
 - Canned Cheese Ravioli
 - Canned Chicken
 - Canned Tuna
 - Canned Fruit (preferably non-syrup)
 - Tortilla Chips & Salsa
 - Brownie Mix
 - 1 Pound Bag of Rice
 - Cereal
 - Oatmeal

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.

Build Skills, Confidence, & Character
Basketball Camp 2023

Join us for Basketball Camp at the Y this summer! Offered in six, four-day sessions for ages 6-14.

Basketball camp provides opportunities for all participants to develop and hone their all-around skills through individual and team drills, games, and more.

The Y's engaged and energetic coaches will ensure players enjoy friendly competition while building confidence, character, and most importantly, having fun!

Basketball Camp (Ages 6-14)

Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Session 1: July 17-July 20
Session 2: July 24-July 27
Session 3: July 31-August 3
Session 4: August 7-August 10
Session 5: August 14-August 17
Session 6: August 21-August 24

Fees: $220*/member, $320*/non-member

*Fee per session.

Registration is currently available online and at the Front Desk.

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

Register for Basketball Camp

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

Forese Family Pools Closure
Facility Update Through November 1

In partnership with the contractors who designed and installed the Forese Family pools, we have identified areas in need of repair and alterations to improve function, durability, and appearance. To address the issues we've identified, we must close the Forese Family Pool complex Now through November 1.

The Valles Pool will remain open during this time with adapted schedules to support our wide range of aquatic programming. We apologize for this inconvenience and greatly appreciate your understanding and flexibility during this time.

The below temporary changes are in effect as of May 1:

Valles Pool Access

Access to the Valles Pool is temporarily rerouted during this time. Please follow the directional signage from the wet hallway to access the Valles Pool. Access through the Forese Pool deck will be restored as work progresses.

Adult Lap, Therapy, and Free Swim

Swim times are available in the Valles Pool. These adapted schedules are available online or on the Y's app.

Youth Swim Lessons

Spring Session 2 is currently in progress.

Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool

Additional swim lessons will be available this summer at the Steve Benko Pool in Waveny Park. Click here to learn more.

Water Group Exercise Classes

All classes are running as scheduled in the Valles Pool.

Childcare and Summer Camps

Swim times are running as scheduled in the Valles Pool.

Competitive Teams

Teams are each dividing their time between the Valles Pool and off-site locations. Coaches have communicated with participants directly about team schedules.

Reciprocity

As a reminder, members may also take advantage of their reciprocity benefits with other local Ys including the Darien YMCA, Westport YMCA, and Wilton YMCA. We suggest checking schedules and/or calling prior to visiting another Y.

For questions about aquatic programming, please contact Matt Busse, Director of Aquatic Operations & Safety, by email.

Additional Pool Closure Information

'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!

 - Aquatic Instructor
 - Camp Mini Counselor
 - Kids Club Staff
 - Lifeguard
 - Kids Club Staff
 - Lifeguard

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

Apply Today!

The Aquianas Artistic Swimming team returned from a successful trip to Croatia, where they competed at the 22nd Primorje Synchro Cup. The squad of 16 Youth and Junior swimmers competed in 10 events over 3 days. The team collectively brought back 3 gold, 7 silver, and 3 bronze medals, in addition to the overall High Point trophy!

"Being the team's first trip out of the country since 2019, our swimmers exceeded our expectations. Many of the routine groups had their best performances of the season, and the team had fun making new friends from other countries," shared Jen Muzyk, Director of Artistic Swimming and Head Coach.

Congratulations, Aquianas!

Facility Schedule Updates

Forese Family Pools

Closed Now-November 1

Click here to stay up-to-date about the Forese Family Pools closure.

Dates to Remember

2023 Summer Activities

Classes Begin
Monday, June 26

Register online or at the Front Desk.

Click here to view our summer brochure.

2023 Summer Swim Lessons at Steve Benko Pool

Lessons Begin
Monday, June 26

Register online or at the Front Desk.

Click here to learn more about swim lessons at the Steve Benko pool.

Lifeguard Recertification Course

Sunday, June 25
7:30 AM-5:30 PM

The course recertifies any current American Red Cross lifeguard with a two-year certification.

Click here to register.

Summer Food Drive

Now through
June 30

Please consider donating non-perishable food items for the New Canaan Food Pantry.

A collection box is located in the lobby. All donations are greatly appreciated!

LemonAid Stands for FAFU

Now through Labor Day

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

Contact Diana Riolo to sign up at 203-920-1653 or by email.

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

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Dante's Café Summer Hours

Monday-Friday:
8:30 AM-4:00 PM

Saturday:
8:30 AM-1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Operated by EB222 Catering, LLC

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