Reminder: Forese Family Pools Closure

Facility Update for May 1-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 from May 1 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 will be in effect beginning 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 will be available in the Valles Pool. These adapted schedules are available online or on the Y's app.

Youth Swim Lessons

Swim lesson information is available online at www.newcanaanymca.org/current-brochure.

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 will run as scheduled in the Valles Pool.

Childcare and Summer Camps

Swim times will run as scheduled in the Valles Pool.

Competitive Teams

Teams will each divide 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 Wilton YMCA, Westport YMCA, and Darien 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 [email protected] 

Additional Pool Closure Information

Support the Caimans Swim Team

7th Annual Silent Auction

Monday, May 1-Monday, May 8

The Caimans' Silent Auction is held both in the Y's lobby and online via Bidding for Good.

Bid on a diverse array of unique items and experiences donated by local businesses, artisans, and families. Items include amazing experiences like week-long vacations, restaurant dining certificates, thoughtful wine collections, theater tickets, toys & books, jewelry, and more!

To participate in the online auction, visit www.biddingforgood.com/canaanymca and explore the amazing items up for grabs. Let's come together as a community to support our Caimans!

All proceeds benefit the New Canaan YMCA Caimans Swim Team. Click here to learn more about the Caimans.

Explore Items to Bid!

Bouncing Bears Open Gym Schedule!

Available for Ages 4 and Under (Pre-K)

New Days & Times Beginning Wednesday, May 3:

Wednesdays: 5:30-6:15 PM

Thursdays: 5:30-6:15 PM

Fridays: 3:15-4:00 PM & 4:00-4:45 PM

Saturdays: 1:30-2:15 PM & 2:15-3:00 PM

Please note: For the safety of all, Open Gym is limited to 12 children on a first come, first-served basis. Parents are required stay and supervise play.

Location: Kid Zone

Fees:

Free with a New Canaan YMCA Family Membership or when enrolled in a Bouncing Bears gymnastics class; $20 for all others.*

*Non-members and local Y reciprocity members must also purchase a day pass.

Registration:

Registration is available online three days in advance.

Contact:

For additional information and any questions, contact Mason Capozza, Youth Program Associate, at 203-966-4528 ext. 182 or by email. [email protected] 

Register for Bouncing Bears Open Gym

More at the Y

Now Open: Kids Club On-Site Babysitting

On-site Babysitting Service for New Canaan YMCA Members

Our beloved on-site babysitting service is now open!

Kids Club, formerly My Playroom, is available for Y members while they use our facility, open to ages 6 months & older.

New Location!

Kids Club is held in our Kids Unlimited classroom on the main floor.

Days & Hours:

Monday-Friday; 8:15 AM-12:15 PM

Fees:

New Canaan YMCA Family Members

Free! Please stop by the Front Desk to receive your Kids Club pass for each visit.

Non-Family Member

$15.00/90 minutes. Individual day passes can be purchased at the Front Desk.

Contact:

For additional information and any questions, contact Carol Dowd, Childcare Director, at 203-920-1613 or by email [email protected] 

Learn More About Kids Club

New! Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool

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 [email protected] 

Health and Wellness Book Club

Brought to you by the New Canaan Library & the New Canaan YMCA

The New Canaan Library & the Y have collaborated to bring you a new book club about Health and Wellness!

The group meets in the Y's Wagner Room beginning Wednesday, May 3 from 9:15-10:15 AM and will meet four times a year. Additional dates to be announced.

The first book is The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness by Robert J. Waldinger and Marc Shultz Ph.D.; a perfect selection for Mental Health Awareness Month!

According to the directors of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted, the stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to live happy, satisfying, and overall healthier lives.

The group will be moderated by Heather Cimino, Assistant Adult Programs Director at the New Canaan Library.

For additional information and any questions about the Health and Wellness Book Club, contact Bridget Philipp, V.P. of Healthy Living & Membership at the New Canaan YMCA, at 203-920-1626 or by email  [email protected] 

Register for the Health & Wellness Book Club

Best. Summer. Ever.

Summer Camp 2023 Registration

Registration is currently available online and at the Front Desk.

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!

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

Camp Y-Ki: Completed Grades K-5 *Limited spots available for certain age groups

Leader-In-Training: Completed Grades 6 & 7

Counselor-In-Training: Ages 14-15

Artistic Swimming Camp: Ages 6-12

Basketball Camp: Ages 6-14

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

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  [email protected] 

Register for Summer Camp

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!

Summer Camp Counselors at Camp Mini, Camp Y-Ki, & Special Cares

Member Relations

Lifeguard

Group Fitness Instructor

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

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