SPLASH INTO SUMMER WITH THE YMCA OF LINCOLN
JUNE 2022
INSIDE THE ISSUE For Your Wellness Strength Training Wellness Appointments Specialized Training
For Your Family Summer Youth Programs Copple Family Y Ice Cream Social Before/After School & Preschool Upcoming Youth Sports Deadlines
Tell Me Something Good Elliott Olympics YMCA of Lincoln Swimsuit Drive Summer Day Camp
10TH ANNUAL YMCA YOUTH SPORTS ADVENTURE RUN – SATURDAY, JULY 2 The YMCA of Lincoln invites families to kick-off their Fourth of July festivities at the 10th Annual YMCA Youth Sports Adventure Run on Saturday, July 2. Held at YMCA Wright Park, kids and adults alike will climb their way through obstacles, run through fields, and make a splash down the giant slip ‘n slide, all in the name of a good cause – the YMCA Annual Fundraising CampaignStrong Kids. Funds raised provide youth and families in need the opportunity to take part in the YMCA’s life-shaping programs, including Youth Sports. We encourage the entire family to walk or run the course. Not only is it a chance for families to take part in a morning of healthy activities, but in doing so, you’re giving back to the community, ensuring that every family has access to YMCA programs like swim lessons, baseball leagues, and day camps. Wave start times will be at 9:00am, 9:45am, and 10:30am with a limit of 80 participants per time slot. Registration is available online and includes a t-shirt with race fee. The registration deadline is June 22.
Reminders Teen Night Y-Lose It We’re Hiring
2021 YMCA Youth Sports Adventure Run
FOR YOUR WELLNESS Group Exercise Class Spotlight STRENGTH TRAINING
POWER PUMP
Strength training is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle at any age and any level of ability. Get leaner and stronger with a variety of exercise equipment for total body strengthening.
Power Pump is a motivating, challenging, strength training class. Tone and strengthen your body in a fun class setting utilizing high repetitions and low weight. A variety of equipment is used for total body strengthening.
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Copple Family | Mondays 6:30-7:30pm, Wednesdays 5:15-6:05am, 12:00-12:50pm
Cooper | Sundays 12:30-1:30pm, Fridays 8:15-9:15am
Fallbrook | Tuesdays 8:30-9:20am, Thursdays 8:30-9:20am Northeast | Mondays 6:30-7:20pm, Thursdays 9:00-10:00am
Did You Know? YMCA Members can schedule a Wellness Appointment FREE of charge. Find the one that fits your needs and get started today! Wellness Appointment - In this 30-minute appointment, a Wellness Specialist will meet with you to discuss your wellness and nutrition goals and how to reach them. Equipment Orientation - We have a variety of cardio and strength training options and invite you to take advantage of orientations for each of these. Health Assessment - Measures cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength and endurance, flexibility, body composition, blood pressure, and resting heart rate. We recommend retesting every 3-6 months to track results.
Learn more and schedule your appointment here.
Specialized Training Try one of our Specialized Training options to add some variety to your workouts! Specialized Training includes a variety of group training formats tailored to specific goals. Cooper YMCA | Barre Boot Camp Fridays, June 3-July 8, 10:00-10:45am
Junior Chefs Youth will learn basic culinary skills, kitchen etiquette, and how to incorporate nutritional information. Recipes may include stir-fry, avocado brownies, and more! Cooper | Mondays, June 6-July 11, 5:30-6:30pm
Fallbrook YMCA | BogaFit Saturdays, June 4-25, 10:00-11:00am Thursdays, June 30-July 21, 6:30-7:30pm Saturdays, July 2-23, 10:00-11:00am
Copple Family | Thursdays, June 9-July 14, 5:30-6:30pm
Register here.
Learn more here.
Fallbrook | Wednesdays, June 8-July 13, 5:30-6:30pm Northeast | Saturdays, June 11-July 16, 9:00-10:00am
FOR YOUR FAMILY Summer Youth Programs Sessions for youth programs like swim lessons, swim teams, gymnastics, and dance will be added all summer long for both morning evening classes! Upcoming Registration Dates: Y Members | June 7, June 14, June 28, July 12 Community Members | June 9, June 16, June 30, July 14 Learn more.
POOL SCHEDULES
INDOOR
OUTDOOR
Monday-Friday | 5:00am-8:30pm Saturday | 7:00am-5:30pm Sunday | 8:00am-5:30pm
Monday-Friday | 5:00am-6:50pm Saturday | 7:00am-5:20pm Sunday | 8:00am-5:20pm
View detailed pool schedules for each branch here. View the Indoor and Outdoor Pool Guidelines here.
SEND S’MORE KIDS TO CAMP Join YMCA Camp Kitaki at the Fallbrook Farmer’s Market on Thursday, June 23 from 4:00-7:00pm! Roast a s’more and help kids experience the magic of Camp Kitaki for a $10 suggested donation. The String Beans will also be performing! YMCA Camp Kitaki is a resident summer camp facility for ages 7-17, whose purpose is to build strong kids and adults through programs that promote positive identity, relationships, values, and skills in a unique natural setting. Learn more about YMCA Camp Kitaki here.
COPPLE FAMILY YMCA
ICE CREAM
Wednesday, June 22 | 5:30-6:30pm
SOCIAL Before/After School & Preschool 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.
Join us at the Copple Family Outdoor Pool for our Ice Cream Social! There will be ice cream, toppings, open swim, and a lifeguard to catch kiddos off the slide. FREE for Lincoln Y Members with an Adult or Family/Household Membership. Outdoor Pool Guest Day Fee Policy applies.
YMCA Summer Youth Sports Camps & Clinics Upcoming Registration Deadlines: Cheerleading Camp - June 10 Football Camp - June 10 Basketball Academy - June 16 Volleyball Academy - June 16 Golf Clinic - June 24 Girls Basketball Camp - July 1 Speed Camp - July 1 Tennis Camp - July 1 Golf Camp - July 1 Boys Basketball - July 8 Soccer Camp - July 22 Registration for Fall Youth Sports is now open! Sign your kiddo up for soccer, flag football, bowling, and so much more! The early registration deadline is June 30. Learn more here.
SUMMER DAY CAMP
TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD
The first day of YMCA Summer Day Camp was on Tuesday, May 31. So far there have been crafts, games, swimming, and a whole lot of fun! Here’s to a great summer at the Y!
ELLIOTT OLYMPICS
To end the school year, students at Elliott Elementary competed in their very own Olympics, complete with a variety of games, obstacle courses, and competitions! Did You Know? The Lincoln YMCA serves as the lead agency at several Community Learning Centers (CLC) sites across Lincoln, including Elliott and Pershing Elementary, along with Lefler and Mickle Middle School. These before and after school programs provide a safe place for youth to stay engaged, healthy, and active!
A big thanks to those who donated swimsuits for our 2nd Annual YMCA of Lincoln Swimsuit Drive! Because of your generosity, we collected more than 218 swimsuits to distribute to youth enrolled in our grant-based swim lessons starting this month. THANK YOU to everyone who brought in a swimsuit!
The LUX Center got a new mural designed by Presley S, a student at Mickle Middle School and participant in the CLC program. Her painting was recognized and selected at the CLC’s Walk Together event earlier this year. To learn more about the mural and to see it firsthand, visit the LUX located at 2601 N. 48th Street. Congrats, Presley!
REMINDERS Teen Night | Saturday, June 25
Summer Session of Y-Lose It
Northeast YMCA
It’s not too late to join Y-Lose It! Join the weight loss challenge today and work with a Wellness Coach and up to 6 team members. Through this 12-week, 2 times/week weight loss challenge you will become healthier by setting and working towards realistic and personal goals. Learn more here.
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.
Fourth of July Hours The YMCA will have shortened hours on Monday, July 4. Cooper, Copple Family, Fallbrook | 11:00am-4:00pm Northeast | 7:00am-12:00pm *Pools close 30 minutes prior*
WE’RE HIRING We need your specialty! We’re hiring dance and gymnastics instructors, swim instructors, and more. Part-time employee benefits and perks include a complimentary employee membership for qualifying staff, retirement plan options, child care, flexible schedules, free Y gear, and local employee discounts. Plus, increased starting wages! View openings and apply here.
“I love the variety of fitness classes and instructors who teach them. They take a real interest in improving and helping with my fitness goals! The front desk staff over the lunch hour makes me feel welcome and always acknowledge me by name.” - Member, Cooper YMCA 2022 Member Survey
FIND YOUR PASSION. FIND YOUR Y. JOIN TODAY AND ENJOY $0 INITIATION FEE!
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