What's Happening at the Y

Building Strength Together
New Group Exercise Schedule Launching September 5

Thank you to everyone who completed our group exercise survey. We really enjoyed hearing your insight and requests. As a result of the feedback we heard, we are excited to announce our updated group exercise schedule launching Tuesday, September 5!

New Classes:

 - Core +
 - Metabolic Conditioning
 - Mindfulness & Meditation
 - Zone HIIT
 - Zone Strength Lower Body
 - Zone Strength Upper Body

In addition to brand-new classes, be on the lookout for new class times with your favorite instructors!

Our Group Exercise Director, Tetiana, loves working with our members to continuously create the best group exercise experience possible. Always feel free to stop by or reach out to her with any questions or requests at email.

View Group Exercise Schedules

Childcare Spots Available
Rainbow Station Preschool & Kids Unlimited After-School Programs

Spots are available in the 3's and 4's classrooms in our Rainbow Station Preschool Program! Those interested can contact Cathy McClure, Childcare Director, by email.

Spots are available in our Kids Unlimited after-school program for grades K-6! Those interested can contact Kristen Godin, Assistant Childcare Director, by email.

Learn More About Child Development Programs

Get Certified This Fall!
Red Cross Certification Programs

In addition to our new programs this fall, the Y also offers additional Red Cross certification courses for ages 11-18+!

Junior Lifeguarding (Ages 11-14)

 - Dates: 9/5-11/21

Red Cross Babysitting (Ages 11-15)

 - Dates: 9/30 & 11/15

Lifeguarding Recertification (Ages 15+)

 - Dates: 9/25 & 11/7

Red Cross Wilderness first Aid (Ages 15+)

 - Date: 9/16

Red Cross First Aid, CPR, & AED Training for Adults (Ages 18+)

 - Dates: 9/8, 9/29, 10/5, 10/20, 11/18, & 11/21

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

Register for Red Cross Programs

Strong Swimmers, Confident Kids
Available for Ages 3-12

Spots available for various levels in session 1!

Preschool Level 3

 - Wednesdays, 4:00-4:30 PM
 - Saturdays, 11:30 AM-12:00 PM

Preschool Level 4

 - Saturdays, 11:00-11:30 AM

School-Age Levels 1 & 2

 - Thursdays, 5:25-6:10 PM

School-Age Level 4

 - Fridays, 3:45-4:15 PM

Registration:

Register today by contacting Emily Daymonde, Aquatics Director, by email.

Bouncing Bears Open Gym Returns This Fall!
Available for Ages 4 and Under (Pre-K)

Beginning Tuesday, September 5!

Days & Times:
Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30 PM
Wednesdays: 12:15-1:00 PM
Thursdays: 3:15-4:00 PM
Fridays: 11:30 AM-12:15 PM, 12:15-1:00 PM
Saturdays: 2:00-2:45 PM, 2:45-3:30 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 may not register for Open Gym unless they purchase a day pass in addition to paying admission.

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.

More at the Y

Brand New Programs Launching

This Fall!
Fall Programs & Activities 2023

New Youth Recreation Programs

 - Lunch Bunch (Ages 3-5)
 - The Dino Den (Ages 3-5)
 - Music & Movement (Ages 3-5)
 - Percussion Power (Grades 5-8) Try the first 4 weeks for free!
 - Circle of Song (Grades 5-8) Try the first 4 weeks for free!
 - Middle School Master Crafts (Grades 5-8)

New Red Cross Certification Courses

 - Red Cross First Aid, CPR, & AED Training for Teens (Ages 12-17)
 - Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches (Ages 16+)
 - Red Cross Basic Life Support Training for Healthcare & Public Safety (Ages 16+)
 - Red Cross First Aid, CPR, AED, & Opioid Overdose Training for the Professional Rescuer (Ages 16+)
 - Red Cross First Aid, CPR, & AED Training for Adults (Ages 18+)

New Chronic Disease Program

 - Coming Soon: Pedaling for Parkinson's

Additional Programs

Check out additional youth programs including preschool soccer, basketball, volleyball, golf, yoga, Youth @ the Y, Middle School Night, and more.

Additional adult and senior programs include swim lessons, Masters Swim, personal and small group training, pilates apparatus, and pedaling for Parkinson's.

View our fall brochure online and register today!

Registration

Registration is currently available online and by stopping by or calling our Member Services Desk at 203-966-4528.

Register for Fall Programs

Building Memories Together

2023 Grandparents’ Day Celebration
Friday, September 15; 3:30-4:30 PM

Join us for a child's afternoon tea party at this special event open to all grandparents and their grandchildren, ages 3 – Grade 4! This is a free event, open to the community. *Registration required.

Location: Wagner Room

Registration available online or at the Member Services Desk. Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 12.

For additional information, contact Diana Riolo, Assistant Director of Development & Community Impact, at 203-920-1653 or by email.

Register for Grandparents Day

Health and Wellness Book Club
Brought to you by the New Canaan Library & the New Canaan YMCA

Join us for our next Health and Wellness book club meeting!

New Date Added: Wednesday, September 27; 10:00-11:00 AM

We will discuss Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear

New York Times bestselling author James Clear reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results. Copies of the book are available for loan at the library.

Location: Williams Room

Open to the community. Register today!

Please note: Wednesday, September 20 is currently full.

For additional information and any questions, contact Melisa Pelikan, Y Wellness Nurse Coordinator, by email.

Register for Health & Wellness Book Club

Kids Club On-Site Babysitting
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.

Fall Location:
Kids Club will be located in the Y's Kids Unlimited space on the main 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 Davie Cedela at 203-920-1641 or by email.

'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 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:30 PM)

 - Kids Unlimited After School Childcare Staff (Monday-Friday 2:30-6:00 PM)

 - Rainbow Station Infant-Preschool Childcare Assistant Teachers (Full-Time & Part-Time)

 - Wellness Associate

 - Lifeguards (Early Morning & Afternoon)

 - Aquatic Instructor

 - Artistic Swimming Coach

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

Apply Today!

Facility Schedule Updates

Labor Day: Y CLOSED
Monday, September 4

The Y will be closed for Labor Day to allow our employees to enjoy the holiday with family and friends.

Squeeze in a workout or find a fun family activity on YMCA360.

Group Exercise Schedule Update

New Group Exercise schedule launching 9/5!

Check our schedules online or on our mobile app for up-to-date changes.

Forese Family Pools

Closed Now-November 1

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

Dates to Remember
2023 Fall Activities

Registration is currently available online and at our Member Services Desk.

Programs & activities are currently in progress.

Click here to view our fall brochure.

Grandparents' Day Celebration
Friday, September 15

Time: 3:30-4:30 PM
Location: Wagner Room

Join us for a child's afternoon tea party at this special event open to all grandparents and their grandchildren, ages 3 – Grade 4! This is a free event, open to the community. *Registration required.

Click here to register.

Health & Wellness Book Club

Additional Date: Wednesday, September 27

Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
Location: Williams Room

Join us for our Health & Wellness Book Club in collaboration with the New Canaan Library.

Book: Atomic Habits

Click here to register.

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