What's Happening at the Y

World Down Syndrome Day Celebration

In Partnership with 21 Strong

Sunday, March 26; 2:00-4:00 PM

We are thrilled to host our 11th annual World Down Syndrome Day celebration at the New Canaan YMCA in partnership with 21 Strong.

World Down Syndrome Day is free and open to the community! Join us for an afternoon of fun for the whole family featuring...

Kid Zone • Music • Photo Booth • Crafts • Sports • Martial Arts • Dance Jam • Games • Refreshments & more!

Pre-register by contacting Carolynn Kaufman, Director of Special Needs Programming, at 203-920-1656 or by email. Walk-ins welcome!

Facility
Schedule Updates

Valles Dive Well

Whirlwind Diving Meet

Friday, March 24-

Sunday, March 26

Valles Pool

Friday, March 24:

Operating normal schedule

Saturday, March 25:

Operating normal schedule

Sunday, March 26:

Reduced lap lanes

7:30-9:30 AM

The Forese Family Pools will be operating normal schedules during this time.

Dates to Remember
World Down Syndrome Day Event

Sunday, March 26

2:00-4:00 PM

Pre-register:

Contact Carolynn Kaufman at 203-920-1656 or by email.

Walk-ins welcome!

Whirlwind Diving Meet

Facility Update for March 24-26

The Y will be hosting a diving meet Friday, March 24-Sunday, March 26. As a result, the following facility updates will take place:

Valles Pool:

Friday, March 24: Operating normal schedule

Saturday, March 25: Operating normal schedule

Sunday, March 26: Reduced lap lanes 7:30-9:30 AM

Forese Family Lap & Scooter Pools:

Operating normal schedules

Go Whirlwind!

2023

Summer Camp Registration

Registration Currently Available for Year-Round and Summer Youth Members

Click here to view our 2023 summer camp brochure.

Bouncing Bears Open Gym Returns!

Available for Ages 4 and Under (Pre-K)

Bouncing Bears Open Gym officially reopened Tuesday, March 21!

Days & Times:

Tuesdays: 3:15-4:00 PM and 4:00-4:45 PM

Wednesdays: 3:15-4:00 PM and 4:00-4:45 PM

Saturdays: 1:30-2:25 PM and 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 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.

Register for BouncingBears Open Gym

2023

Spring Registration

Session 2 Begins Monday, April 24

Click here to view our 2023 spring brochure.

Access YMCA360

Get Ready to Save Lives this Spring

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Courses

Learn how to keep others safe in and out of the water through the American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, AED for the Professional Rescuer certification course!

April Lifeguarding Certification Course:

Saturday-Sunday, April 14-16

Fees: $450/member, $500/non-member

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

Register for Lifeguard Course

Dante's Café Hours

Monday-Friday:

7:30 AM-6:00 PM

Saturday:

8:00 AM-2:00 PM

Sunday:

Seasonal

Operated by EB222 Catering, LLC

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New Canaan YMCA

Bring Your A-Game

April Break Basketball Clinic (Grades 1-8)

Monday, April 10-Thursday, April 13

Strengthen your basketball skills while you are off from school! Join us for a clinic over April Break that challenges kids in grades 1-8 to develop all aspects of their game.

Through individual skills development and team drills, our experienced coaches focus on improving participants' overall basketball skillset in a structure, fun learning environment!

Work on your game while enjoying your break!

April Break Basketball Clinic (Grades 1-8)

Monday, April 10-Thursday, April 13 (4-day session)

Fees: $220/member, $320/non-member

Register today!

For additional information and any questions, contact Lenwood Latta at 203-920-1634 or by email.

Register for April Break Clinic

Take your Game to New Heights!

Basketball Camp for Boys & Girls Ages 6-14

Join us for Basketball Camp this summer at the Y! Develop and hone your all-round basketball skills with individual and team drills, games, and more! Basketball camp is offered in six, four-day sessions for boys and girls ages 6-14.

Basketball Camp (Ages 6-14)

Session 1: 7/17-7/28

Session 2: 7/24-7/27

Session 3: 7/31-8/3

Session 4: 8/7-8/10

Session 5: 8/14-8/17

Session 6: 8/21-8/24

Fees: $220/member, $320/non-member

*Register by session. Register today!

For additional information and any questions, contact Lenwood Latta at 203-920-1634 or by email.

Register for Basketball Camp

Best. Summer. Ever.

Summer Camp 2023 Registration

Registration for Year-Round and Summer Youth Members is currently available.

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: Boys & Girls, Ages 6-12

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 Special Needs Programming, at 203-920-1656 or by email.

Registration is available online and at our Front Desk.

View 2023 Summer Camp Brochure

Diabetes Prevention Program
Supportive Lifestyle Intervention Program

If you have been diagnosed with prediabetes or believe you may be at risk for developing diabetes, the Y is here to help you!

We recently launched the YMCA’s National Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) at our Y in January. This 12-month, evidence-based program helps overweight adults at risk for type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles by encouraging healthy eating, increased physical activity, and modest weight loss. The program provides a supportive environment where participants work together with a trained lifestyle coach in a group setting to achieve the following goals:

 - Reduce body weight by 5-7%
 - Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week
 
To find out your participation readiness, fill out the self-assessment form. For any questions, additional information, and if you are interested in enrolling in the Y's DPP program, please contact:

Eva Saint,

Wellness Director

203-920-1623

[email protected]

Melisa Pelikan, RN

Wellness Nurse Coordinator

203-920-1642

[email protected]

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Commit to Fit 2023

Start Off the New Year with Fitness!

Less Than a Month Left!

Commit to fitness with support from the Y! Our popular challenge is back again this year to help you find your routine and the chance to win a $250 New Canaan YMCA online credit.

The Program

Complete 39 workouts or more between now and April 9, 2023! Track your workouts on our New Canaan YMCA mobile app manually or through a connected device.

Any 30-minute workout counts: at the Y, outside, at home, YMCA360 on-demand and livestream classes, and more... The opportunities are endless!

The Reward

Make a commitment to wellness while feeling great, getting in shape, and building a routine to keep you motivated all year long.

The Bonus

Complete 39 workouts and you will be entered in a raffle for a chance to win a $250 New Canaan YMCA online credit!

How To Join

 - Download the New Canaan YMCA mobile app for iPhone or Android
 - Click the Community tab along the bottom menu bar
 - Click Commit to Fit 2023 under Challenges
 - Click join and you're in!

Don't have a smartphone to track workouts through the app? Stop by our Wellness Center desk to receive a Commit to Fit workout tracking card.

Join the challenge and start your year off right!

For additional information and any questions, please contact Bridget Philipp at 203-920-1626 or by email.

Dante's Café Operated by EB222 Catering, LLC
Coffee, Smoothies, Salads, Sandwiches, Snacks & More!

Dante's Café Hours:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM-6:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00-2:00 PM

Sunday: Seasonal

About EB222 Catering, LLC

EB222 offers a variety of delicious sandwiches, paninis, soups, salads, smoothies, snacks, and much more, including weekly lunch specials and weekend breakfast specials. EB222 also offers full catering services for corporate events and special occasions.

Meet Chef Enrique Blasio, a highly-motivated and professional chef with a real passion for high-quality service. Chef Blasio has over 20 years of experience in the food industry. His diverse experience expands from management of local deli and corporate cafes to working as a chef and sous-chef at five-star country clubs and exclusive catering services.

Chef Blasio will always strive to provide excellent service and an overall high-quality culinary experience. His commitment to excellence is defined as, "Anyone can cook, but unique and high-quality experience can only be provided when you have the love and passion for what you do."

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
 - My Playroom Attendant
 - Lifeguard
 - Group Fitness Instructor

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

Apply Today!