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New Canaan Community YMCA Weekly E-Newsletter - July 6, 2023
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July 8, 2023
From: New Canaan YMCANew Canaan Community YMCA
Weekly E-Newsletter
What's New at the Y
Summer Swim Lessons at the Steve Benko Pool
Lessons Running Throughout the Summer
Spots available for sessions 3-8, 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.
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
More at the Y
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Lifeguard Certification & Recertification Courses
CERTIFICATION COURSES
This two-day course will certify participants as American Red Cross Lifeguards. Please see below for available course dates.
Course Dates (two-day):
Saturday, July 8-Sunday, July 9
Saturday, July 22-Sunday, July 23
Time: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM
Fees:* $450/member, $500/non-member
*Lifeguard Certification Reimbursement:
Course participants who obtain their lifeguard certification and successfully become a lifeguard at the New Canaan YMCA are eligible for course fee reimbursement.
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.
Register for Lifeguard Courses
Facility Schedule Updates
Forese Family
Pools
Closed
Now-November 1
Click here to stay up-to-date about the Forese Family Pools closure.
Dates to Remember
2023 Summer Activities
Session currently in progress.
Register online or at the Front Desk.
Click here to view our summer brochure.
2023 Summer
Swim Lessons at Steve Benko Pool
Spots available!
Register online or at the Front Desk.
Click here to learn more about swim lessons at the Steve Benko pool.
Lifeguard Certification Course
Saturday, July 8-Sunday, July 9
7:30 AM-5:30 PM
This two-day course will certify participants as American Red Cross Lifeguards.
Register today! Click here to register.
LemonAid Stands for FAFU
Now through
Labor Day
Grab your family or some friends and host your LemonAid stand any time before Labor Day
To learn more about FAFU and our partnership, click here.
Build Skills, Confidence, & Character
Basketball Camp 2023
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 1: July 17-July 20
Session 2: July 24-July 27
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
Forese Family Pools Closure
Facility Update Through 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 Now 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 are in effect as of 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 are available in the Valles Pool. These adapted schedules are available online or on the Y's app.
Youth Swim Lessons
Spring Session 2 is currently in progress.
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 are running as scheduled in the Valles Pool.
Childcare and Summer Camps
Swim times are running as scheduled in the Valles Pool.
Competitive Teams
Teams are each dividing 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 Darien YMCA, Westport YMCA, and Wilton 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.
NEW CANAAN YMCA
At the Y, strengthening our community is our cause.
Every day, we work side-by-side with our members, volunteers, and other organizations to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 5:30 AM-9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM-6:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM-5:00 PM