Remembering Nanette Morrison

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Nanette Morrison, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Nanette was a beloved New Canaan YMCA yoga instructor who touched the lives of so many over the past 15 years.

In Nanette's memory and honor, and per her family's wishes, the New Canaan YMCA has ordered a tree to be planted on behalf of our members and staff who will miss Nanette dearly. Nanette will remain in the hearts of all whom she impacted throughout her years of friendship, support, and yoga instruction.

What's Happening at the Y

Group Exercise News

Summer Schedule Updates

Summer vacations, fun in the sun, and summer subs! See the below group exercise schedule and instructor updates effective Monday, July 31:

Total Body Conditioning on Mondays at 6:00 AM has been canceled for the remainder of the summer.

Total Body Conditioning on Tuesdays at 7:00 AM has been replaced with HIIT Strength with Tetiana.

Group Power with Mariella on Tuesday, 8/1 at 5:30 PM will be replaced with Zumba with Nicole.

Zone Challenge on Wednesdays at 7:00 AM will be taught by SJ.

Total Body Conditioning on Thursday, 8/3 at 7:00 AM will have Tetiana as a sub.

Pilates Stretch Fusion with Frances on Sundays will now begin at 9:00 AM.

Power Yoga + Meditation with Lucy on Sundays will now begin at 10:15 AM.

Stay informed about upcoming group exercise schedule updates by checking our weekly e-newsletter, online schedules, or the Y's mobile app for iPhone or Android.

Instructor News:

Shout out to our beloved instructor, Parker! We are sad to see Parker move on from the Y, but we wish them all the best in their new endeavors.

Find Your Team This Fall!

Caimans Swim Team Try-Outs

Try-outs begin next week!

The New Canaan YMCA Caimans Swim Team provides a supportive, instructive, and fun environment for swimmers of all abilities.

Under an experienced and dedicated coaching staff, the Y provides competitive and non-competitive programs for all ages, from developing strokes to competing nationally; all while gaining confidence and learning the importance of teamwork.

2023 Try-Outs:

Join us for our end-of-summer swim team try-outs, taking place on the dates below:

Tuesday, August 1: 3:30-5:00 PM

Wednesday, August 2: 3:30-5:00 PM

Wednesday, August 30: 5:00-6:30 PM

Thursday, August 31: 5:00-6:30 PM

Fee: $35

For additional information, any questions, and to schedule your try-out, contact Coach Liz Blau at 203-920-1645 or [email protected] 

Helping Kids Get Back to School

School Supply Drive to Benefit DVCC of Norwalk

Currently, the Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC) of Norwalk is supporting 180 children in safe houses. Please support these children by donating new much-needed school supplies. *There is a particular need for backpacks!

Accepting donations until Wednesday, August 30

Items needed:

*Backpacks

Lunchboxes

Notebooks

Pens & Pencils

Colored Pencils

Crayons

Erasers

Calculators

Notecards

Graphing Paper

Rulers

Glue Sticks

Please drop off donated school supplies in the box located in the Y's lobby. Thank you for your support!

More at the Y

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 [email protected] 

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.

Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool

Lessons Running Throughout the Summer

Spots available for remaining sessions, 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 run through 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.

NEW! Water Safety Wednesdays

Are you a parent or caregiver who is curious about how to keep your family safe around water?

Join us for Water Safety Wednesdays each week at the Steve Benko pool in Waveny Park to learn about pool and beach safety, aquatic emergency preparedness, and become certified in hands-only CPR!

Open to participants currently enrolled in swim lessons at the Steve Benko pool!

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

Build Skills, Confidence, & Character

Basketball Camp 2023

Spots available for upcoming sessions. Register today!

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 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

Ready. Set. Save!

Lifeguard 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):

Saturday, August 12

Saturday, August 19

Time: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM

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

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 [email protected] 

Register for Lifeguard Courses

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.

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 [email protected] 

Learn More About Kids Club

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!

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