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YMCA to Host Cayuga Health’s Community Heart Health Fair
February 14, 2023
YMCA to Host Cayuga Health’s Community Heart Health Fair
ITHACA, N.Y. — The YMCA of Ithaca, Cayuga Health and Tompkins County invite the public to attend Wellness Connection: a Community Heart Health Fair, held 4-7 pm Monday, February 27, at the YMCA’s main facility at 50 Graham Road West in Ithaca. This event is free, and all are
Y Mention It: Roller Skating Party, Ithaca Loves Teachers, Work & Volunteer at the Y, and More!
February 3, 2023
❄️ Brr! ❄️ In the middle of this cold snap, we're keeping warm by joining Oula and Zumba classes, swimming laps (we keep the pool at a pleasant 82 degrees), going for a run in the cardio suite, and playing a few rounds of racquetball. Come out and join in!
Bear in mind that warmer days are ahead! We're getting ready to announce summer camp plans as
YMCA To Provide Red Cross Lifeguard Training Courses
January 26, 2023
The YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County is planning two upcoming lifeguard training courses, which will provide professional certifications for those looking to hold lifeguard positions at local pools. These two-day courses will take place at the YMCA from 8 am to 6 pm February 18 and 19 and April 8 and 9, providing water and land training and instruction
Thank you to eveyone who helped us start off the new year at the Y with energy and enthusiasm. New programs are starting, and we're thrilled to see so many fresh faces coming through our doors every day. Welcome to all!
Of course we're still looking towards more fun programs and events in the coming weeks. Details are below, and we'll see you there!
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Dear Y Members,
Happy New Year!! 🥳
This month marks the end of my first 6 months as your YMCA CEO, and I thank you for making the YMCA a part of your life and welcoming me into your community.
Every day, the YMCA staff are working hard at being fully dedicated to quality, convenience and value for our members. We truly enjoy being here with you every day
YMCA’s Gunnar Madison Named To National 30 Under 30 List
December 27, 2022
Gunnar Madison, Senior Program Director at the YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County, has been named to the YMCA of the USA's "30 Under 30" list of accomplished YMCA leaders out of hundreds of nominations from across the country. Gunnar was hired as Director of Health and Wellness in 2021. Since then, his leadership of community programs and strengthening of
Y Mention It: Y Kids Club, Holiday Basketball and Swim Clinics, 2023 Program Guide, and More!
December 23, 2022
HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins County!
Wishing all of you a wonderful and meaningful Holiday season. Stay safe and warm, and we'll see you back on December 28 when our end of the year major project is completed.
We have enjoyed seeing new faces and welcoming back so many that we missed during the pandemic — we are pleased
UPDATES: Ithaca YMCA Session Registration & Building Closure
December 14, 2022
Note: Our newsletter listed the wrong start time for registration next week. Swim lesson registrations will open at 7:00 a.m. Dec. 20 for those with family memberships, Dec. 23 for individual/youth members, and Dec. 27 for non-members.
Updates on the YMCA Facility Closure December 19-27
We have more details to share relating to the building closure next
