Introducing the Y’s Wellness Nurse Coordinator: Melisa Pelikan, RN Meet Melisa Pelikan! Melisa is our on-site, registered Wellness Nurse Coordinator from Stamford Health. She comes to our Y with 30 years of experience in treating people in both inpatient … Read More

Diabetes Prevention Program Launching in January The New Canaan YMCA is thrilled to announce the launch of the YMCA’s National Diabetes Prevention Program for our community in January. The program is based on the CDC’s Prevent … Read More

Y Launches New Programs This Winter This winter, the Y will introduce new programs for kids, teens, and adults providing opportunities for all ages to grow, have fun, connect with others, and try something new. Registration … Read More

November 2022 Cause-Driven Leader: Trina Bennett We’re extremely excited to continue our Y’s Cause-Driven Leader initiative to recognize staff members who manifest our cause-driven culture in their character and attitude. These employees further the Y’s mission … Read More

Y Awards $200,000 in Financial Assistance Thanks to Community Support The New Canaan YMCA is proud to announce that thanks to the generous support of donations, the organization awarded over $200,000 in financial assistance this past year, continuing its commitment … Read More

Y Special Needs Employment Initiative Success in First Year As part of its commitment to serving individuals with special needs and their families, the New Canaan YMCA proudly launched its employment initiative a year ago, providing meaningful employment opportunities … Read More

Y Announces Seniors Competitively Swimming & Diving in College The New Canaan YMCA proudly announced that eight of its aquatics athletes from the 2022 graduating class will be continuing their sport and representing our community at the collegiate level … Read More

Horizons & the Y Partner to Teach Water Safety As part of its commitment to strengthening community through youth development and healthy living, the Y once again welcomed the Horizons Summer Camp for swim lessons this summer, teaching water … Read More

Fall Registration Currently Available The New Canaan YMCA’s fall programs offer opportunities for all ages and interests to come together and become happier and healthier. Registration for fall programs at the Y is currently … Read More

Summer Facility Maintenance Updates: Y Facility Closed 8/24-8/26 New Canaan YMCA Facility Closed: 8/24-8/26 We will be closed Wednesday, 8/24 – Friday, 8/26 in order to complete some larger maintenance and cleaning projects throughout the facility. A few … Read More