What's New at the Y

Toys for Tots
Holiday Gifts for Kids in Need

Thursday, December 1-December 15

Our Y is once again a proud drop-off location for Toys for Tots. Drop off a new, unwrapped toy and help provide a local child in need with a nice holiday Gifts can be dropped of in the Y's lobby. Your support is much appreciated!

Christmas Comes Early!
New Wellness Center Cardio Machines & Indoor Bikes

Arriving Thursday, December 8!

We are excited to announce that we will be replacing some of our Wellness Center equipment with new Precor EFX Elliptical Cross-Trainers and Adaptive Motion Trainers, in addition to two new Expresso GO upright bikes and two new Expresso GO recumbent bikes.

Thursday, December 8:

Wellness Center Open: 5:30-8:00 AM
Wellness Center Closed: 8:00 AM-9:00 PM

The Wellness Center will be open from 5:30-8:00 AM on Thursday, December 8 and will be closed for the remainder of the day* to allow for equipment removal and installation.

Members can use the Zone, attend group exercise classes, or use other Y's in the area through Nationwide Reciprocity.

Gifts from the Heart a World Apart
Holiday Bazaar to Benefit Facing the Future Education Center (FAFU)

Saturday, December 10 • 9:00 AM-1:00 PM

Our FAFU Holiday Bazaar is back! Shop bazaar this season and you'll spread holiday cheer not only in your local neighborhood but across the globe as well. You're sure to find a holiday gift from our selection of:

Handmade Jewelry and Crafts from FAFU's teens and participants of the Women's Empowerment Program
Coffee Gift Bags
Home Baked Cookies by Y Staff

All proceeds will provide much-needed items for FAFU education center, our partner school in the Kibera settlement located in Nairobi, Kenya. Over 350 vulnerable children are currently enrolled at FAFU, a school considered to be an oasis in the middle of Kibera—the world's second largest slum. For more information about FAFU, click here.

For additional information and any questions, contact Diana Riolo at 203-920-1653 or by email.

Aquianas Holiday Spectacular
Artistic Swimming Holiday Performance

Saturday, December 10 • 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM
(two showings)

Free and open to all!

Celebrate the holiday season with our very own nationally-ranked artistic swimming team! Enjoy holiday-themed performances and experience an early preview of the team's routines for the upcoming competitive season.

For additional information about the Aquianas Artistic Swimming Team, click here.

Seeking Volunteer Coaches
Youth Basketball League (Y-Ball) 2022-2023 Season

We are looking for volunteer coaches for our youth basketball league's current season.

No experience necessary!

Our Y-Ball league offers professional basketball trainers to help guide volunteer coaches for the first few practices.

Coaches’ responsibilities include attending practice during the week and coaching a team during games on Saturdays throughout the season.

Interested in becoming a volunteer coach? Please complete the fillable volunteer coaches form online and submit to Lenwood Latta, Sports Director, by email.

Become a Volunteer Coach

More at the Y

Y Winter Wonderland
Free Community Event

Sunday, December 4 • 4:00-6:00 PM

Our Y Winter Wonderland and Snowman Festival event returns! Join us for holiday fun featuring a variety of kids and family activities, including a snowman festival and live music from Jordeli Entertainment! FREE & open to the community.

Crafts
Games
Live Music
Holiday Cookies & Cocoa
Snowman Festival
Family Fun

Snowman Festival Details: The Y is providing free snowman wreaths for families and local organizations to decorate and return for display at our Y Winter Wonderland event.

Snowman Drop-Off Deadline: Please return your decorated snowman to the Y's Front Desk by Thursday, December 1.

For additional information and any questions, contact Matt Busse at 203-920-1643 or by email.

Coffee for a Cause
Support Facing the Future Child Development Center

$10 Per Bag, available to purchase at the Front Desk currently available while supplies last!

Purchase a half pound bag of newly roasted Kenya coffee as a gift or just for yourself. These make great gifts for hosts/hostesses, teachers, co-workers or as grab bags and stocking stuffers!

All proceeds will benefit our friends at Facing the Future (FAFU), in the Kibera slum of Nairobi, Kenya. Enjoy a cup of coffee while also supporting vulnerable children across the globe.

For more information about our partnership with FAFU, click here. To make a donation to FAFU through our Annual Support Campaign, please contact Diana Riolo at 203-920-1653 or by email.

Diabetes Prevention Program to Launch January 2023
Learn More at Upcoming Information Sessions

We are excited to announce that we will be offering the YMCA’s National Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) in January. The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is a lifestyle intervention program that can help you actively engage in moving towards your personal health and wellness goals. Participation in this program at the YMCA will connect you with a lifestyle coach and a greater community of like-minded health-seekers that will motivate you in your journey towards a healthier lifestyle.

If you have been diagnosed with prediabetes or believe you may be at risk for developing diabetes, the Y is here to help you! This small-group program can help you eat healthier, find new ways to engage in regular physical activity, and lose weight, which can delay or even prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. Led by trained lifestyle coaches, the program strives to help participants achieve two primary goals:

Reduce body weight by 5-7%
Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week

Upcoming Information Sessions:

Monday, December 5 at 9:30 AM
Wednesday, December 7 at 6:00 PM

We are hosting information sessions where you will have an opportunity to learn more about the program, meet the coaches, and ask questions.

If you would like to sign up an upcoming information session or are interested in enrolling in the DPP program, please contact Eva Saint, Wellness Director, at 203-920-1623 or by email.

Achieving Greatness Together
Youth Basketball League 2022-2023

For Boys, Grades K-12
For Girls, Grades K-8

K-8 Registration:

Online registration for the 2022-2023 Y-Ball season is closed for grades K-8. Limited spots are available for certain grade levels. To register, contact Lenwood Latta at 203-920-1634 or by email.

High School Registration:

Registration for the Y's 2022-2023 Youth Basketball League (Y-Ball) for players in high school is currently available online. High School registration ends Thursday, December 8.

Click here for league information, the 2022-2023 registration packet including required forms, and the volunteer coaches form.

High School Y-Ball Registration

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!

Rainbow Station Infant-Preschool Teacher (Full-Time)

If you love working with children, we want to hear more about YOU! The New Canaan YMCA's Rainbow Station Infant-Preschool program is looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and nurturing candidates to join our team.

Our classroom teachers work together to provide a program to foster children’s social, physical, emotional, and cognitive growth. Our childcare classes participate in YMCA programming departments, including professional swim instruction, Bouncing Bears gymnastic time, music classes and more, all within the regular weekly schedule.

Opening Shift Lifeguards (Part-Time)

Calling all early birds! If you are a Rise-and-Shine morning person, the New Canaan YMCA may be the right fit for you! Flexible hours & a great part-time opportunity for students, retirees, or anyone wanting to stay actively employed while still having a large portion of their day free for other interests.

Apply Today on our ADP Job Portal!

Support for Ukraine

Click here to read more about the Y’s support efforts in Ukraine and please consider making a gift online to help provide emergency support to those affected by this crisis.

Thank you to all who donated to our holiday gift wrap drive in support of New Canaan Human Services! Your donations will benefit our community’s families in need this holiday season.