What's New
Posted August 20, 2008
Registration is Now Open for the Fall Session
Now is the time to sign for the Fall session at the YMCA. There are many new programs that can help meet your fitness goals. In addition, we hope that you will join us during America on the Move Week from September 20 to 27 for one of our many healthy-lifestyle activities. Likewise, this fall we are expanding our Teen Program with the launch of our Teen Leaders Club and Teen Recreation Nights to provide more activities.
Posted August 20, 2008
A Taste of Suffern (Tuesday, September 9, 2008)
Sample Suffern's finest restaurants with proceeds benefiting the Y's scholarship program for children of low-income families. For tickets and event information call 845-358-0245 and ask for the Development Office. Click here to view the event flyer.
Posted July 16, 2008
A Taste of Pearl River (Tuesday, July 29, 2008)
Sample Pearl River's finest restaurants with proceeds benefiting the Y's scholarship program for children of low-income families. For tickets and event information call 845-358-0245 and ask for the Development Office.
Posted July 2, 2008
Street Closing in Front of Nyack Facility (July 2nd and 3rd, 2008)
South Broadway will be closed from Depew Avenue to Burd Street on July 2nd and 3rd, 2008, so the Village can install a new water line. As a result, there will be limited access to the YMCA by car. We recommend that you use the Riverspace parking lot (free before 11 am, but parking will be limited on Thursday due to the Farmer’s Market) and the free parking at Memorial Park (take Piermont Avenue and turn down Depew Avenue). We are extremely sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Posted June 15, 2008
Youth and Teen Night (Saturday, June 21, 2008)
There will be a Youth and Teen Night on Saturday, June 21 from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm at the Nyack facility featuring swimming, arts and crafts, basketball, poetry, food and prizes. This event is for middle school students only. Be sure to bring your school ID or you will not be admitted. A donation of $2 will be collected at the front desk. If you intend to go swimming don't forget to bring a swimming cap and towel. Caps can be purchased at the front desk.
Posted June 3, 2008
Aquatics Director Opening Available
Aquatics Director needed to develop and manage the aquatics program at the Rockland County YMCA pool in Nyack. Must possess aquatics certifications and be familiar with pool scheduling and operation. Experience required working with youth and families, teaching and supervision. Please fax your resume to Lucy at 845-727-2084.
Posted June 3, 2008
Session 5 of Lifeguard Training is Open for Registration Now
An extra Lifeguard Training course is scheduled to start Sunday, July 13. Register now to reserve your place as openings fill quickly. Call the Aquatics Director at 845-358-0245 for full details.
Posted June 1, 2008
Registration for Summer Swim and Fitness Classes Will Open on June 16
Registration for the summer session of swim and fitness classes will open starting June 16 and running through the start of classes on June 30. Click here for more details. Be sure to register early to reserve your spot.
Posted May 21, 2008
Swimming Instructors and Lifeguards Jobs are Available
Looking for Red Cross or YMCA certified lifeguards with up to date CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer training certificates to work at the Nyack branch of the Rockland County YMCA as swimming instructors and/or lifeguards. Extra pay for Red Cross Water Safety Instructors. Many positions are available. Flexible work hours ranging from 5:30 am to 10 pm seven days a week. Please call Josh Friedrich, Assistant Aquatics Director at 845-358-0245 to apply.
Posted May 17, 2008
Change in Swimming Class Schedule Due to Memorial Day Observance
There will be no aquatics classes Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Classes will be made up on Monday, June 23 and Sunday, June 29.
Posted May 17, 2008
Change in Pool Schedule for Wednesday, May 21
Children from the Y's Rainbow Connection day care program will be using the pool on Wednesday, May 21 from 10:30 to 11:00 am. The regularly schedule activity for the time is cancelled.
Posted May 13, 2008
New Synchronized Swimming Class Announced for Ages 8 to Adult
A new synchronized swimming class is being offered for a seven week session on Tuesdays from 4:15 to 6:15 pm. The session runs from May 13 through June 24. Please call the Aquatics Director at 845-358-0245 for details.
Posted April 26, 2008
Get a Gift if You Recruit a New Member for The YMCA
The Y is running a "Member Get A Member" promotion for the month of May. Here is how it works. Bring in a family member or friend to join the Y for an adult or senior individual or family membership and you will get a free duffle bag if they are still an active member three months after they join. As an added bonus, the joiners fee for the new member will be cut in half. This offers only applies to new memberships.
Posted April 26, 2008
Get Fit for Summer Sale - 30% Off All Personal Training Packages, May 5 thru May 18
Enjoy the benefits on one-on-one training while saving money. The Fitness department of the Y is offering 30% off all personal training packages. The discounted rates are $168 for four sessions, $399 for ten sessions and $700 for twenty sessions. You have six months to use all of the sessions that you purchase. Remember Mother's Day and Father's day are coming up, what a great way to show them how much you care! To make an appointment or for more information, please contact Maria, Fitness Director or Anthony, Asst. Fitness Director at (845) 358-0245 Ext. 315.
Posted April 19, 2008
Registration is Now Open for the Late Spring Session
Now is the time to sign for the Late Spring session at the YMCA. There are many new programs that can help meet your fitness goals. Check out the new Spring fitness programs: Kids Yoga, Youth Soccer and Total Golf Adventure for children and Pilates, Body Sculpt and Zumba for adults. In Aquatics swim lesson registration is under way and Volunteer for the Future is offered as a program for tweens interested in preparing to qualify as lifeguards.
Posted April 19, 2008
Trial Synchronized Swimming Class Announced for Ages 8 to Adult
A trial of a new synchronized swimming class is being offered on May 9 and 10th at the YMCA. Please call Edgar Perez, Aquatics Director at 845-358-0245 for details.
Posted April 19, 2008
Free Introductory Swim Lesson for Children On April 28
Please join us for a free 30 minute swim lesson for your child at the the Nyack pool. Children will be grouped according to their age and ability. The classes will take place on April 28. To register for this trial please contact the YMCA Aquatics Department at (845) 358-0245 before April 25, 2008. There are only ten spaces available for each class, so please register early. Groups will be broken into Preschool and Youth lessons. This offer is available only to children who have not participated in the previous two sessions of our swim program.
Posted April 14, 2008
Annmarie Uhl and John Eccleston Are Elected to the YMCA Board of Directors
The YMCA is pleased to announce the election of Annmarie Uhl and John Eccleston to the Rockland County YMCA Board of Directors. Annmarie Uhl resides in Sparkill and is an active member of her community where she serves as President of the Board of Education of the South Orangetown Schools, and is an adjunct professor with CCNY and Adelphi University through the Rockland Teachers Center John Eccleston resides in Stony Point and is Principal and President of Open Gate Marketing Communications in Nyack. He has more than 20 years experience in Marketing and Public Relations and serves on the Marketing Committee of the Rockland Economic Development Corporation.
Posted April 7, 2008
Lifeguard Training is Filling Fast - Register Now
Two of the three sessions offered this Spring are already full. Call the Aquatics Director at 845-358-0245 now to register for the final session starting May 18 before it fills also.
Posted March 13, 2008
Healthy Kids Day (Free to all comers, Saturday, April 12, 2008)
Join us at the Nyack branch on Saturday from Noon to 5 pm and at Y's Beginnings at 18 Parkside Drive in Suffern from 10am to Noon to celebrate Healthy Kids Day by participating in activities aimed at encouraging healthy lifestyle habits in children. It's great fun for the whole family. Activities include family swim, karate, a dance demonstration, arts and crafts, and athletic games. Healthy snacks will be served and tips, and information to improve health will available at manned booths.
TOGA Biathlon (Sunday May 11, 2008)
The TOGA Biathlon is being held Sunday, May 11, 2008 at Rockland Lake State Park in Congers, New York. This a USA Triathlon sponsored event that benefits the Rockland County YMCA aquatics program. You can register at any TOGA/Gotham store or at www.active.com.
Registration is Open for the April YMCA Fun Club
See the Holiday Fun Club web page for details of the April YMCA Fun Club for children 5 through 11 of working parents during the school recess period from Monday, April 21 through April 25, 2008. Please register by April 7.
Posted March 3, 2008
Registration is Now Open for the Spring Session
Now is the time to sign for the Spring session at the YMCA. There are many new programs that can help meet your fitness goals. Check out the new Spring fitness programs: Kids Yoga, Youth Soccer and Total Golf Adventure for children and Pilates, Body Sculpt and Zumba for adults. In Aquatics swim lesson registration is under way and Volunteer for the Future is offered as a program for tweens interested in preparing to qualify as lifeguards. The Walking Club will resume on March 12.
Posted January 23, 2008
Free Swim Lessons for Children
Please join us for a free 30 minute swim lesson for your child at the the Nyack pool. Children will be grouped according to their age and ability. The classes will take place on February 25, 26 and 27. To register for this trial please contact the YMCA Aquatics Department at (845) 358-0245 before February 20, 2008. There are only ten spaces available for each class, so please register early. Groups will be broken into Preschool and Youth lessons. This offer is available only to children who have not participated in the previous two sessions of our swim program.
Posted January 23, 2008
Registration is Open for the February YMCA Fun Club
See the Holiday Fun Club web page for details of the February YMCA Fun Club for children 5 through 11 of working parents during the school recess period from Monday, February 18 through Friday, February 22, 2008. Please register by February 8.
Posted January 22, 2008
Lifeguarding Course Offered Starting February 9, 2008
A lifeguarding course will be offered at the Nyack facility starting Saturday, February 9. Space is limited so register early. If you are interested, please call the Aquatics Director at (845) 358-0245. For further details see the Aquatics web page.
Posted January 7, 2008
Joeffrey Gardner is Hired as Youth and Teen Development Director
Joeffrey Gardner has joined the Y team as Youth and Teen Development Director. He will be leading the Y's new initiative aimed at teen programming.
Posted January 6, 2008
Assemblywoman Ellen Jaffee Pays a Visit to the YMCA After School Program
Assemblywoman Ellen Jaffee visited the after school program at William O. Schaefer school to help celebrate their recent accreditation by the National After School Foundation. This and two other YMCA after school programs are the only ones in Rockland County to achieve this distinction. Assemblywoman Jaffee also saw first hand how her member item grant through the NYS Office of Children and Families was being put to good use. Her commitment has helped the YMCA improve its community service and we thank her for it.
Posted January 6, 2008
State Senator Thomas Morahan Helps in Restoring the YMCA Building in Nyack
Senator Morahan stopped by with Marion McQueen, VP Special Programs New York State Empire Development Corporation to witness the completion of the window restoration project at the YMCA main building in Nyack. The project was made possible by a $50,000 Capital Assistance Grant from the New York State Empire Development Corporation through a Member Item By Senator Morahan. Senator Morahan said "The YMCA is a vital asset with many community programs. It is essential to preserve this historic building for the residents of Rockland County. This building restoration project will help ensure that youth and families will continue to enjoy YMCA programs for years to come". Thank you Senator Morahan for recognizing the value of the YMCA and supporting its programs.
Posted October 28, 2007
Free 30 Minute Swim Lesson (Monday and Tuesday, November 26 and 27)
Join us at the YMCA for a free 30 minute swim lesson. Children will be grouped according to age and ability with some of great instructors. To register for this trial please contact the YMCA Aquatics Dept. at 845-358-0245 before November 16. Space is limited. First come first served. (Offer only available to children who have not participated in the previous two sessions of our swim program.)