STAR Inc., a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, announced the New Canaan YMCA as the recipient of its 2024 Employer of the Year Award. This prestigious award honors local employers who demonstrate… Read More

The New Canaan YMCA partnered with the Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) to host an adaptive golf clinic furthering the Y’s mission to provide meaningful and enriching programs for individuals with special needs in the community. The clinic was facilitated through… Read More

The New Canaan YMCA’s financial assistance program, which is funded by donations, ensures that families and individuals facing financial hardship have the opportunity to benefit from YMCA membership and programs, supporting physical and mental health. The Y provides over $200,000… Read More

New Canaan Community Foundation (NCCF) and New Canaan YMCA are pleased to announce the Foundation’s award of a $100,000 grant to support the YMCA’s upcoming and transformative energy project. NCCF’s grant will directly support the installation of a Combined Heat… Read More

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in partnership with Stamford Health, the New Canaan YMCA hosted an informative lecture led by Dr. Sarah Cate, Chief of Breast Surgery at Stamford Hospital. The Y’s own Mary Coleman, former Membership… Read More

There are a few things you do as soon as you move to New Canaan. You meet your new neighbors, search for your favorite new restaurant downtown, and join the Y. For so many residents, joining the New Canaan YMCA… Read More

As part of its commitment to strengthening the community through youth development and healthy living, the New Canaan YMCA once again welcomed the Horizons Summer Camp for swim lessons this year. This partnership expands access to the life-saving skill of… Read More

Kids Club: Monday, August 19-Monday September 2 Kids Club will be closed Monday, August 19 through Monday, September 2 as we prepare the space for fall programming. Kids Club will reopen on Tuesday, September 3 and operate on normal schedules.

When we think of the New Canaan YMCA, the first things that come to mind are often children playing and our friends and neighbors exercising to remain physically fit. Beyond the swim lessons, fitness classes, and basketball games, though, is… Read More

What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease of the brain classified as a “movement disorder”.  It tends to affect adults over 50, men more often than women.  There are a million people in the US with… Read More

The New Canaan YMCA is where the community comes together, serving all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and is home to one of the country’s largest inclusive services and support programs. As part of its commitment to serving individuals with special… Read More

Diabetes Prevention, HBA1C Test, & More The HbA1c test is a simple blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 3 months.  When sugar enters your bloodstream, it attaches to hemoglobin, a protein in your red… Read More

It’s the Y’s 70th birthday, and we’re so excited to celebrate with you!Join us for a week of fun birthday activities Monday, March 18-Friday, March 22 All Week Long: Toast the Y with a free cup of coffee in the… Read More

Happy HEART Month! Show your heart some LOVE this February!  Stop by or schedule your heart health check-up with Melisa Pelikan, Wellness Nurse Coordinator with Stamford Health on Tuesdays in February (9am to 12noon).  Get your blood pressure checked, and… Read More

The Y will introduce new programs for kids, teens, and adults providing opportunities for all ages to grow, learn something new, and build strength at the Y this winter. Registration for winter programs is currently available online and at the… Read More

In addition to rich autumn color tones, pink has become the color of October. According to the CDC, cancer is the second leading cause of death in American women. We recognize the importance of screening for breast cancer, which has more favorable… Read More

The New Canaan YMCA proudly awarded nearly $200,000 in financial assistance this past year thanks to the generous support of donations, continuing the organization’s commitment to providing every individual the opportunity to benefit from the Y regardless of financial circumstances.… Read More

Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans and one single fall doubles your risk of falling again.  The complications from a fall can be devastating, and even in the best-case scenario can affect our… Read More