YMCA of Lincoln | March 2023 Newsletter

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MARCH MADNESS MARCH MADNESS AT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN

MARCH 2023

YMCA OF LINCOLN TO CELEBRATE LOCAL EDUCATORS MARCH 13-20

The YMCA of Lincoln will be saying thank you to all local educators by offering free admittance to any Lincoln YMCA location from March 13–20 (LPS Spring Break). The promotion is good for all elementary, middle, or high school faculty or staff, along with any college or university staff with a valid ID.

All educators can show their educator ID at any Lincoln YMCA branch to receive a one-week pass for them and their immediate family (up to two adults and dependent children).

Throughout the week, each branch will also be highlighting different programs for educators and YMCA Members to experience!

Copple Family YMCA

Sunday, March 12 | Restorative Yoga Class | 12:00–1:00pm

Cooper YMCA

Monday, March 13 | Specialized Training Showcase Strength Training for Women 10:30-11:00am | Mobility Training 11:05-11:50am

Fallbrook YMCA

Tuesday, March 14 | Relax & Recharge – Yoga & Coffee | 9:30–10:20am

Northeast YMCA

Wednesday, March 15 | Line Dancing | 6:30–7:20pm

All YMCA Branches

Friday, March 17 | St. Patrick’s Day Treats

Northeast YMCA

Friday, March 17 | Family Swim Night | 6:30–8:00pm

For more information on Educator Appreciation Week, visit ymcalincoln.org/events.

FOR YOUR WELLNESS FOR YOUR WELLNESS

Personal Training Spring Savings Event

March 20 ONLY

50% off a package of 5 individual or group personal training sessions

March 21-27

15% off all packages of 5 or more individual or group personal training sessions

Learn more about personal training at the Y here. Meet the YMCA Personal Trainers here

Fallbrook YMCA Raise the Bar Challenge

March 20 & 22 | 4:00-7:00pm

March 25 | 10:00am-1:00pm

Take part in the Fallbrook Y’s Raise the Bar benchpress challenge by maxing out on reps! There will be entry prizes and a large prize for the winner of each division. Men’s Division: 135 lbs. and body weight Women’s Division: 45 lbs. and 75 lbs.

All proceeds benefit the YMCA Annual Fundraising Campaign–Strong Kids. Learn more and register here.

Upcoming Specialized Training

Cooper YMCA

Pickleball Lessons – Tuesday/Thursday, February 28-March 9, 9:30-11:00am

Barre Boot Camp – Friday, March 17-April 21, 10:00-10:45am

TRX Yoga – Monday, March 20-April 24, 9:15-10:00am

Mobility Training – Thursday, March 23-April 27, 9:15-10:00am

Copple Family YMCA

Pickleball Lessons – Friday, March 3-17, 8:30-10:00am

Pickleball Lessons – Thursday, March 7-21, 10:00-11:30am

Fallbrook YMCA

BogaFit – Thursday, March 16-April 6, 6:30-7:30pm

BogaFit – Sataurday, March 18-April 8, 10:00-11:00am

Northeast YMCA

BogaFit – Sunday, March 5-26, 4:30-5:30pm REGISTER HERE

Teen Fitness Training

Participants 12-14 years of age will focus on safety and proper technique in using all workout area equipment. Discussions on character development, weight room etiquette, and basic nutrition will also be included in the curriculum.

For all spring break sessions, click here.

New Group Exercise Classes

New month, new classes! Try Hip Hop Turnup at Cooper, Kickboxing at Copple Family, and Fit For Life Chair Strength/Stretch at Northeast. We have classes to meet every level, every schedule, and every goal. As a reminder, your Lincoln YMCA membership gives you access to all four locations. View the complete Group Exercise schedules here.

FOR YOUR FAMILY FOR YOUR FAMILY

OPENING SOON!

YMCA Spring Youth Programs

Registration for the 2023 Spring Session opens March 7 for Y Members and March 9 for Community Members. The spring session will run March 20-April 30.

Sign your kiddo up for Swim Lessons, Dance, Gymnastics, Jr. Chefs, and more! Learn more about these programs at ymcalincoln.org.

Our Dance Mini Session will run from April 17-May 21!

Parents Night Out

Friday, March 24 | 5:30-8:00pm

This month’s Parents Night Out has a St. Patrick’s Day theme! Kids will enjoy fun and developmentally appropriate activities while parents enjoy a night out. Registration is required. Learn more and register here.

Upcoming YMCA Events

Hop in on the fun happening across the Lincoln YMCAs! Learn more about all of our upcoming events here.

Cooper YMCA | Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 1 | 11:00am

Northeast YMCA | Easter Egg Hunt

Monday, April 3 | 6:30-8:30pm

Copple Family YMCA | Easter Egg Hunt

Monday, April 3 | 5:45pm

Fallbrook YMCA | Easter Egg Hunt

Teen Night

Saturday, March 25 | 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.

Tuesday, April 4 | 5:30-6:30pm

Registration for Easter Egg Hunts coming soon!

Looking for some Easter crafts to do with the kids? Start early so that you can make every single one of these super cute crafts in preparation for the Easter Bunny!

YMCA Youth Sports

Upcoming Registration Deadlines:

Spring Golf Clinic - March 29

Spring Recreational Golf League - March 29

Spring Soccer Academy - April 3

Spring Basketball Academy - April 3

Spring Recreational Bowling League - April 4

YMCA PGA Jr. Golf League - May 10

Sign up for summer youth sports like Baseball, Softball, and T-Ball. Register before March 31 and save $30!

Learn more about YMCA Youth Sports here.

YMCA360

With spring sports around the corner, access YMCA360’s library of instructional videos on all things sports and programs at the Y!

Soccer | Basketball | Martial Arts | Gymnsastics

SUMMER DAY CAMP

Let’s have the best summer ever!

YMCA Summer Day Camps offer outdoor activities, swimming, sports, arts, crafts, games, and summer adventures to give your kids a summer they’ll never forget! Whether you choose one week or all summer, YMCA Summer Day Camps fit your schedule and provide fun and enriching activities for your child. Summer Day Camp registration is open! Register here.

Looking for a summer job? Summer Day Camp job postings are now open! Apply today here.

YMCA Out of School Days

Out of School Days is a licensed child care program offered at all Lincoln YMCA locations on some LPS nonschool days. Out of School Days at the Y give parents peace of mind that their child is well cared for in a safe, nurturing environment. Learn more here.

Upcoming Out of School Days:

March 13, 14, 15, 16, 17

April 7, 10, 27*, 28

*elementary only day

Coming up at YMCA Camp Kitaki...

March Madness

March 17-19 | Ages 7-14

Are you ready for an adventure? Get your gear together and get out to Camp Kitaki! We have been invaded by a devious Leprechaun who has hoarded all of the Kitaki Gold. Learn more and register here.

Overnight Summer Camp

Ages 7-17

Join us for Summer 2023! Parents tell us this is the best all-around camp experience in the region. Making new friends and sharing challenging activities go hand-inhand during an exciting week of camp. Learn more here.

Before/After School & Preschool

2023-2024

Information

Beyond fitness facilities, the Y offers programs that provide a safe place for youth to be before and after school, and a licensed Preschool program to offer your little ones developmental learning experiences. Learn more and register here.

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD

Last month the Lincoln YMCA hosted its 2022 Annual Meeting to celebrate last year’s accomplishments as an organization. We were thrilled to recognize Nancy Kraft with our Outstanding Volunteer Award, and Kona Ice of Lincoln with our Corporate Partner Award. Both Nancy and Kona Ice have been tremendous supporters of the Y over the years and couldn’t be more deserving of this recognition. Congratulations!

The Cooper and Northeast YMCAs hosted Father Daughter dances last month! It was a wonderful night full of dancing, crafts, treats, and making memories.

Copple Family Y Property Director, John, has been busy with all of the winter precipitation we’ve had lately. Bring on the spring weather!

Fallbrook YMCA directors, Emily and Emmalie, delivered Valentine’s Day goodies to their neighbors around the Fallbrook neighborhood!

YMCA Member Survey

In an effort to monitor and improve member and program satisfaction, we invite you to share feedback on your experience by responding to TWO quick questions. Begin the survey by selecting your Y Membership Facility:

COOPER COPPLE FAMILY FALLBROOK NORTHEAST

It’s Time for Lincoln’s Choice Awards!

The Lincoln’s Choice Awards are back and we want our members to help the YMCA win. Between now and March 19, vote for the Y in the following categories:

Best Place to Feel the Burn - Health & Well Being

Best Youth Activity Programs (Non-Sports) - Family & Parenting

Best Youth Sports Programs - Family & Parenting

Best Preschool - Family & Parenting

You can vote for the Y every day here.

What’s in Season?

Artichokes, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, leeks, lettuce, mushrooms, parsnips, pineapples, citrus, radishes, rutabagas, and turnips.

Check out this Swedish Lemon Pancake recipe that pops with bright, citrus flavor!

March is National Nutrition Month

National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created 50 years ago in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.

Looking for some healthy eating tips for the entire family? Click here to read our blog which includes tips on a snack list, counting colors on your plate, creating a water station, and more!

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