PLAY BALL
WITH THE YMCA OF LINCOLN JULY 2022
INSIDE THE ISSUE For Your Wellness Water Classes MOSSA Demos Rock Climbing at the Cooper Y Youth Training & Wellness
For Your Family Northeast YMCA Carnival Copple Family Y Christmas in July Youth Programs Upcoming Youth Sports Deadlines Cooper Y Arctic Blast
Tell Me Something Good Send S’more Kids to Camp Facebook Happenings
Reminders Teen Night Fallbrook Y Gym Closure Employee Appreciation Week
RAILYARD RIMS RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN LINCOLN TOURNAMENT PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN
In collaboration with the Downtown Lincoln Association and SCHEELS, the YMCA of Lincoln is hosting the 6th Annual Railyard Rims August 19-20. This 3-on-3 tournament takes basketball to the streets of the Railyard, and players will be hooping for much more than a trophy. Tournament proceeds benefit Lincoln YMCA Strong Kids, the nonprofit’s fundraising campaign that powers critical programs and activities that keep kids safe, people healthy, and families strong. In 2021 alone, the Lincoln Y provided over $700,000 in financial assistance to nearly 900 families so they could experience programs ranging from basketball and soccer to swim lessons and summer day camp. The tournament and fundraiser will host companies on Friday night, August 19, with a competitive division on Saturday, August 20. All teams are guaranteed four games with players receiving an official swag bag including a tee and other items generously donated by SCHEELS. “The opportunity to host this event not only activates downtown, but it raises awareness for a great organization in the Y so they can continue introducing kids to the game of basketball and other valuable youth programs,” shared Todd Ogden, president of the Downtown Lincoln Association. To learn more and register, click here.
FOR YOUR WELLNESS
The Climbing Wall is BACK! Personal Training Sale at the Y Keep your eye out for something special in your inbox on Tuesday!
The Climbing Wall is set to open at the Cooper YMCA on Monday, July 18. Open Climb Hours: Mondays from 6:307:30pm, Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30pm, and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30pm. Climbing Wall classes will be offered on Mondays from 5:30-6:30pm and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30pm.
Group Exercise Class Spotlight WATER CLASSES Water exercise is for everyone! Training in the pool is great for that everyday workout, cross-training, recovery days and injury recovery. Each class incorporates a warm-up, cardiovascular work, muscle strengthening, stretching and cool down, with or without water equipment. All four branches offer a variety of water classes, view group exercise schedules here. You can learn more about the different types of water classes here.
Learn more about BogaFit, one of our Specialized Training Water Classes!
Youth Training & Wellness
CALLING ALL INSTRUCTORS!
Fitness is for everyone! With these youth programs, kids will learn the importance of staying active and focus on their own health and wellness goals.
Join us for an upcoming MOSSA Demo–you’ll learn about two new programs we’ll be offering at the Lincoln Ys later this fall, 3D30® and MOVE30®.
Speed & Agility | Copple Family Tuesday/Thursday, July 12-August 11, 6:00-7:00pm
Cooper | Monday, July 18, 10:30am-12:00pm
Teen Fitness Training All four branches are offering classes throughout July! Teen Fitness Training is for youth 12-14 years of age. Learn more about both of these classes and register here.
Copple Family | Sunday, July 17, 4:00-5:30pm Fallbrook | Monday, July 18, 5:30-7:00pm Northeast | Wednesday, July 13, 6:30-8:00pm
FOR YOUR FAMILY Celebrate With Us! The YMCA of Lincoln offers two types of birthday parties... Party Room and Swim Time, or Party Room and Gym Time. It is completely up to you how you want to use the two hours–in the room, swimming, or in the gym. We also have after hour rentals for large groups or organizations that would like to have the Y all to themselves! After hour rentals can be booked in 4-hour or 8-hour increments and can be tailored to your group’s needs. Rentals are also available at YMCA Camp Kitaki in Louisville, NE. Learn more.
Northeast YMCA Carnival
Copple Family YMCA Christmas in July
Wednesday, July 27 | 4:00-6:30pm
Monday, July 25 | 5:00-7:00pm
Join us for games, prizes, food, and more! Pre-register for $1/person and receive 5 game tickets. Additional game tickets can be purchased for 25¢/ticket at the door. Food and treats will be available for purchase. Register here.
Save the Date for Christmas in July! There will be Reindeer Games, Snowball Fights, a photo booth, and more! Kona Ice will also be available for purchase! The Outdoor Pool Guest Day Fee Policy Applies.
YMCA Before/After School & Preschool Programs School will be here before you know it and there are still spots available for the 2022-2023 school year in the YMCA Preschool and Before/After School programs! The Before/After School program gives your child the opportunity to be active and productive before and after school. YMCA Preschool is licensed and focuses on developmental learning for kiddos ages 3-5. Learn more here.
YOUTH PROGRAMS Keep your kiddos busy with Youth Programs at the Y! Register for Swim Lessons, Dance, Gymnastics, Jr. Chefs, Teen Fitness Training, and more. Registration is open for both Y Members and Community Members. The next session starts July 11! Learn more. Save the Date for our upcoming Dance & Gymnastics Camp on Saturday, August 20. Registration will open soon!
COOPER YMCA
ARCTIC
BLAST
Tuesday, July 26 | 4:30-6:30pm Join us at the Cooper Outdoor Pool for our Arctic Blast! There will be games, cold treats, and more! FREE for Lincoln Y Members with an Adult or Family/Household Membership. Outdoor Pool Guest Day Fee Policy applies.
Babysitting Safety Program Copple Family | Saturday, July 9 | 8:00am-12:00pm The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program is a community education program that covers child safety and basic care techniques for infants and children. CABS stresses the importance of keeping you and the children you care for safe. This program is for ages 10-15. Learn more here.
YMCA Youth Sports Camps & Clinics Upcoming Registration Deadlines: Girls Basketball Camp - July 1 Speed Camp - July 1 Boys Basketball Camp - July 8 Volleyball Camp - July 15 Soccer Camp - July 22 Fall Golf Clinic - August 4 Fall Adult/Child Golf Clinic - August 4 Fall Recreational Golf League - August 4 Register for fall Soccer, Flag Football, Bowling, and so much more! The middle registration deadline is July 19. The early registration deadline for fall Volleyball and 3v3 Basketball is August 9. Learn more here.
SEND S’MORE KIDS TO CAMP
TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD
Send S’more Kids to YMCA Camp Kitaki! We had a great time visiting with families at the Fallbrook Farmers’ Market on Thursday, June 23. Plus, bottomless s’mores over the campfire!
Summer Day Campers at the Fallbrook YMCA participated in their very own Summer Olympics. Campers used their problem solving skills and teamwork throughout the week to win the GOLD!
The Cooper YMCA enjoyed treats and a little summer fun thanks to the Northeast Y!
Overnight Campers at YMCA Camp Kitaki are having a blast learning archery, swimming in the lake, and so much more this summer!
YMCA OF LINCOLN FACEBOOK HAPPENINGS
You scream, I scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! The Copple Family YMCA hosted their Ice Cream Social on June 22. Members and guests had a great time swimming, plus got to cool down with a sweet treat.
REMINDERS FREE Teen Night | Saturday, July 30
Attention Members
Northeast YMCA
Both the Schoo Gym and the YMCA Gym at the Fallbrook YMCA will be closed the week of August 1-7 for floor refinishing. Please visit one of our other locations to access a gym that week. View branch locations here and gym schedules here. Thank you for understanding!
This free program for teens ages 12-15 consists of swimming, crafts, games, gym time, and more! Pre-registration is required and the event is open to Y members and community members. We hope to see your teens there! Register here.
YMCA Employee Appreciation Week Employee Appreciation Week is July 11-17! Make sure to let our staff know how much you appreciate them!
“I love that the building is always clean and the equipment is new and functional. The instructors of my classes really seem to care about me and my fitness goals!”
WHAT FRUITS & VEGGIES ARE IN SEASON? It’s summer and that means apricots, beets, bell peppers, blackberries, blueberries, broccoli, cherries, cucumbers, herbs, lettuce, onions, peaches, plums, raspberries, spinach, strawberries, summer squash, tomatoes, and zucchini are ALL in season! View recipes using these fresh ingredients here.
- Member, Copple Family YMCA 2022 Member Survey
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