New Canaan Community YMCA
Weekly E-Newsletter
December 21, 2023

What's Happening at the Y

Holiday Hours of Operation

Facility Update for December 24, 25, 31, & January 1

Christmas Eve, December 24: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM

POOLS

Forese Family Lap Pool

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

Forese Family Scooter Pool

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

12:00-1:00 PM: free swim*

Valles Pool:

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

GYMNASIUM

7:30-9:30 AM: Adult Basketball

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

12:00-1:00 PM: Open Gym

GROUP EXERCISE

Classes are running as scheduled.

Christmas Day, December 25: Y Closed

The Y will be closed on Christmas Day.

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

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.

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

Support New Canaan Boy Scout Troop 70

Clothing Drive

Now-Wednesday, January 17

As temperatures get colder these next few months let's warm the bodies of those in need and warm the hearts of the Boy Scouts by donating new or gently used closing to Troop 70's drive. Requested items are:

- Coats/jackets

- Sweaters/shirts

- Pants

- Shoes/boots

- Outdoor accessories (i.e., hats, gloves, scarves)

- Socks (NEW only, please)

Donations are being accepted through January 17 in the Y's lobby. Your support is greatly appreciated!

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.

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

Dante's Café Holiday Week Hours

Friday, December 22:

8:00 AM-3:00 PM

Saturday, December 23-Monday, December 25:

Closed

Tuesday, December 26 & Wednesday, December 27:

8:00 AM-4:00 PM

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

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.

Donate Online

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.

Learn More

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

For the Love of the Game

Y-Ball Registration Currently Available for Grades K-8

High School Registration Currently Available!

Y-Ball is open to New Canaan YMCA members and the community on a first-come, first-served basis.

High School Draft Night:

Thursday, January 4 at 7:00 PM

High School Season Begins:

Tuesday, January 16

Register Today!

Learn more about the 2023-2024 program and find additional registration information at www.newcanaanymca.org/y-ball.

Register for Y-Ball

Find Your Success on the Slopes
Ski and Board Club (Grades 5-8)

Limited spots available for Ski and Board Club, taking place on Fridays throughout the winter!

Ski and Board Club provides the opportunity for kids in the community to build a sense of camaraderie and confidence as they enjoy carving paths down snowy slopes.

Each Friday, between January 1-March 1, the program travels to the pristine powder havens of Mohawk Mountain and Mt. Southington, ensuring an unforgettable blend of excitement and skill development.

Participants will experience the exhilaration of mastering the slopes, forging friendships, and cultivating a lifelong love for winter sports. Transportation is provided, leaving the Y at 4:15 and returning around 10:30 PM.

Ski & Board Club (Grades 5-8)

Dates: Fridays, 1/1-3/1

Time: 4:15-10:30 PM

Fees: $900/member, $950/non-member

Register today online or at our Member Services Desk!

Register for Ski & Board Club

'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!