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THE YMCA OF LINCOLN
JULY 2023
INSIDE THE ISSUE
For Your Wellness
Personal Training Special
Upcoming Specialized Training
Teen Fitness Training
For Your Family
Copple Family Y’s Christmas in July
Northeast YMCA Summer Carnival
Summer Youth Programs
YMCA Youth Sports
Tell Me Something Good
Youth Sports Adventure Run
Facebook Happenings
Summer Day Camp
Reminders
Fallbrook YMCA Youth Triathlon
Employee Appreciation Week
What’s in Season
YMCA OF LINCOLN’S RAILYARD RIMS RETURNS TO DOWNTOWN FOR SEVENTH YEAR
In collaboration with the Downtown Lincoln Association, the YMCA of Lincoln is hosting the 7th Annual Railyard Rims August 4-5. 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 the YMCA’s Annual Fundraising Campaign - Strong Kids, which powers critical programs and activities that keep kids safe, people healthy, and families strong. In 2022 alone, the Lincoln Y provided over $650,000 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 for the Company Cup on Friday night, August 4, with youth and competitive divisions on Saturday, August 5. All teams are guaranteed four games with players receiving an official Railyard Rims t-shirt.
“The opportunity to host this event not only activates downtown, but it raises awareness for 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 FOR YOUR WELLNESS
5th of July Personal Training Sale at the Y
Keep your eye out for something special in your inbox on Wednesday, July 5!
Upcoming Specialized Training
Interested in trying out a new style of group training? Our Specialized Training classes offer trainings tailored to specific goals. Check out a few upcoming classes:
Cooper YMCA
TRX Yoga | Mondays, July 24-August 28, 9:15-10:00am
Copple Family YMCA
Strength Training For Women | Mondays, July 10-31, 9:30-10:30am
Fallbrook YMCA
Youth Sports & Conditioning | Mondays, July 17-August 9, 2:00-3:00pm
Northeast YMCA
BOGA Summer Fit | Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 11-27, 4:00-5:00pm
Learn more and view all Specialized Training options here.
Jr. Chefs
Youth will build basic culinary skills, learn how to incorporate nutritional information, and do fun food experiments. Participants will learn kitchen safety and etiquette, proper measuring techniques, and how to build a complete meal. Yum!
Jr. Chefs is available at the Copple Family, Fallbrook, and Northeast YMCAs.
Learn more here.
Youth Training & Wellness
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.
Teen Fitness Training
All four branches are offering classes throughout July! Teen Fitness Training is for youth 12-14 years of age. Learn more and register here.
Youth Policy
For times when youth will be using the YMCA, we ask that the outlined YMCA of Lincoln policy and facility use guidelines be followed. In all cases, youth must be 9 years or older to be in any YMCA facility without a guardian. You can view all age guidelines here.
FOR YOUR FAMILY FOR YOUR FAMILY
YMCA Member Night at the Lincoln Saltdogs
Friday, July 14 | First Pitch 7:05pm
Join us at the Saltdogs–enjoy discounted tickets, a firework show, and fun activities between innings! Y Members will have reserved seating with the option of upper or lower deck.
$10.00/Ticket Upper Reserve
$14.00/Ticket Lower Reserve
Learn more here.
Northeast YMCA Carnival
Tuesday, July 25 | 4:30-6:30pm
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. Additional treats will be available for purchase.
Register here.
Copple Family YMCA Christmas in July
Tuesday, July 25 | 5:30-7:00pm
Save the Date for Christmas in July! There will be games, a photo booth, and more at this fun, family event! Kona Ice will also be available for purchase. The Outdoor Pool Guest Day Fee Policy applies. Registration is not required.
YMCA Before/After School & Preschool Programs
School will be here before you know it and there are still spots available for the 2023-2024 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.
Summer Art Ideas
Summer break is in full swing! If you are running out of ideas to keep your kiddos entertained, check out these creative ways to occupy some time.
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.
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 opens for Y Members on July 11 and Community Members on July 13.
The next session starts July 24!
Learn more.
Save the Date for our upcoming Dance & Gymnastics Camp on Saturday, August 20. Registration will open soon!
Northeast YMCA | Teen Night
Saturday, July 29 | 5:30-8:30pm
This FREE event for teens age 12-15 consists of swimming, crafts, games, gym time, and more!
Registration is required and the event is open to YMCA Members and Community Members. We hope to see your teens there! Register here.
YMCA Summer Youth Sports
Upcoming Registration Deadlines:
Volleyball Camp - July 6
Golf Camp - July 12
Challenger Soccer Camp - July 20
Golf Clinic - August 3
Golf League - August 3
Sign up for fall youth sports like Soccer, Jr. Huskers
Flag Football, Bowling League, Cross Country Clinic, and more. Register before July 18 and save $30!
The registration deadline for fall Volleyball and 3v3
Basketball Leagues is August 8.
Learn more about YMCA Youth Sports here.
TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD
YMCA Youth Sports hosted their 11th Annual Adventure Run on Saturday, July 1! Event proceeds went to the YMCA Annual Fundraising Campaign – Strong Kids. Thank you to all the families that came out!
The Copple Family YMCA hosted an Ice Cream Social on June 21 and served around 200 people! Thanks to everyone that came out and enjoyed the sweet treats!
In honor of Juneteenth, a parent of one of our day campers at Pershing Elementary delivered pizza for all the campers to enjoy for lunch!
YMCA Summer Day Campers have been having the BEST time! They’ve been on field trips, had dance parties, and lots of swim time. Here’s to the best summer ever!
SUMMER
ADVENTURE RUN
DAY CAMP
FACEBOOK HAPPENINGS
Fourth of July Hours
The YMCA will have shortened hours on Tuesday, July 4. Cooper, Copple Family, Fallbrook | 11:00am-3:00pm Northeast | 7:00-11:00am
*Pools close 30 minutes prior*
YMCA360
Did you know you can take the Y with you, even if you’re on a summer vacation!? Lincoln YMCA Members have access to YMCA360 so you can workout any time, anywhere. Learn more here.
YMCA Employee Appreciation Week
Employee Appreciation Week is July 11-17! Make sure to let our staff know how much you appreciate them!
Save the Date for the Fallbrook YMCA Youth Triathlon!
Labor Day | Monday, September 4
The Youth Triathlon route will start and end at the Fallbrook Y with the race route through the Fallbrook neighborhood. The race consists of a swim, bike, and run with designated distances based on age. All skill levels are encouraged to participate in this fun, untimed event!
Proceeds from the Youth Triathlon benefit the YMCA Annual Fundraising Campaign – Strong Kids. Registration and more details will be available soon!
“I’ve been going to Group Exercise Classes since 2016. The people I get to workout with in these classes are like my second family! The facilities are clean and up to date. Our Fallbrook YMCA sets the standard for YMCA all over the country!”
- Member, Fallbrook YMCA 2023 Member Survey
What’s in Season?
Apricots, beets, bell peppers, blackberries, blueberries, broccoli, cherries, cucumbers, herbs, lettuce, onions, peaches, plums, raspberries, spinach, strawberries, summer squash, tomatoes, and zucchini.
Try this peach caprese salad!
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