SPRING SHENANIGANS
AT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN
March 2025
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
For Your Family
Upcoming Youth Programing
Camp Kitaki Spring & Summer Camps
Blog: Practicing a Critical Skill at Camp
Healthy Kids Day
Parents Night Out
Out of School Days
Child Care, Preschool, & Summer Camp
Teen Fitness Training
Sports Equipment Drive
For Your Wellness
Specialized Training
Evolt Challenge
Women’s Wellness Weekend
Corporate Membership
Tell Me Something Good
Valentine’s Events
Early Childhood Fair
Breaking Barriers: Youth Sports
Annual Meeting Awards
Reminders
Lincoln’s Choice Awards - VOTE!
Family Game Night & Teen Night
Update Your Account Info
Member Testimonial
CELEBRATE EDUCATOR APPRECIATION WEEK AT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN!
We’re excited to show our gratitude to the incredible educators who make a difference in our community! From March 10-17, the Lincoln YMCA is offering FREE admission to all local educators. Simply bring your educator ID to any Lincoln YMCA branch to receive a one-month pass for you and your immediate family (up to two adults and dependent children).
Plus, those who join the Y during their one-month trial will enjoy the rest of April for FREE!
Already a Y Member?
Stop by the Front Desk for a chance to win your next THREE MONTHS FREE!
“We are so proud of the strong partnerships we have with schools in Lincoln and the surrounding communities. This is just one small way we can say THANK YOU to the educators who pour so much into the youth in our community. We’re thrilled to celebrate their hard work and dedication.”
Renee Yost
President & CEO, YMCA of Lincoln
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FOR YOUR FAMILY
UPCOMING YOUTH PROGRAMING
SPRING BREAK CHALLENGE | March 8 – 16 | Members 18 & under
Pick up a challenge card from the Front Desk of your branch. Complete all the challenges on the card and earn prizes! No registration required.
SPRING SESSION: YOUTH PROGRAMS | March 17 – April 27
Swim Lessons, Dance, Gymnastics, Jr. Chefs, and MORE!
Registration Now Open
MINI DANCE SESSION | April 14 – May 18
A perfect introduction for little dancers! Registration: March 25 (Y Members) & March 27 (Community Members)
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HEALTHY KIDS DAY
April 12 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Where fun and play become lifelong memories! Join us at the Fallbrook Y for this FREE community event filled with healthy, fun activities that celebrate kids being kids!
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CREATE MEMORIES AT CAMP KITAKI!
Registration Now Open for Summer 2025!
TRADITIONAL CAMPS (ages 7-17)
A well-rounded camp experience designed with progressive programing as a camper ages and a variety of camp activities.
HORSE CAMPS (ages 10-17)
This program helps campers learn riding techniques, beyond just the experience of being on horse back.
RUSTIC ADVENTURE CAMPS (ages 11-17)
This camp focuses on the experience of tent camping, outdoor cooking, and outdoor skills such as canoeing and knot tying.
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ON THE BLOG: PRACTICING A CRITICAL
SKILL AT CAMP
Jason Smith, YMCA Camp Kitaki Senior Executive Director, shares how “camp is a foundational part of youth development because it allows kids to practice a critical skill that is really hard to practice.”
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SPRING CAMPS
There’s still time to register for upcoming spring camps at Kitaki:
March Madness March 21-23
Spring Adventure April 25-27
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
March 21, 5:30 – 8:00pm
Take the night off—you deserve it! While you catch a movie, enjoy a meal, or simply relax, your kids will be having a blast at the YMCA. Our Parents Night Out offers a safe, fun-filled evening for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, packed with supervised activities, games, and entertainment. Offered at the Cooper, Copple Family, and Fallbrook YMCAs.
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CHILD CARE/ EDUCATION
Spots Still Available!
Summer Day Camp, Preschool, and Before & After School registration is open for this summer and next school year, but spots are filling fast! Register soon to secure your child’s spot in our programs!
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OUT OF SCHOOL DAYS
March 10 – 14
During Lincoln Public Schools’ Spring Break March 10 -14, the Y offers Out of School Days, which is a licensed child care program offered at the Cooper, Copple Family, Fallbrook, and Northeast YMCA locations for youth in Kindergarten through age 13.
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YOUTH SPORTS
Registration Now Open for Summer
Summer Sports Camp registration is now available for Basketball, Cheer, Esports, Flag Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Wiffleball as well as Lanes, Lasers, & More!
Early Registration Deadlines
Spring Recreational Bowling League
Summer Baseball, Softball, & T-Ball Leagues
Final Registration Deadlines
Spring Archery Clinic
Spring Archery Adult/Child Clinic
Spring Golf Clinic
Spring Laser Tag League
Spring Basketball Academy
Spring Girls Golf Clinic
Spring Deaf & Hard of Hearing Golf Clinic
Mar 11
Mar 31
Mar 11
Mar 11
Mar 17
Mar 25
Mar 25
Apr 3
Apr 24 YMCA PGA Jr. Golf League
May 15
TEEN FITNESS TRAINING
Cooper Mar 18-Apr 10, Tues/Thurs, 5:30-6:30pm Mar 31-Apr 23, Mon/Wed, 4:00-5:00pm
Fallbrook Mar 18-Apr 10, Tues/Thurs, 6:30-7:30pm
Northeast Mar 10-13, Mon-Thurs, 9:30-11:30am Mar 10-13, Mon-Thurs, 6:00-7:00pm
SPORTS EQUIPMENT DRIVE
NOW through March 24!
In partnership with the Lincoln Lancaster County Health Department and Lincoln Community Learning Centers, we are collecting new and gently used youth sports equipment to be distributed to youth in need. Drop off at any Lincoln YMCA location. ITEMS NEEDED: court shoes, soccer cleats, shin guards, knee pads, swimming caps & goggles, dance/gymnastics leotards, and athletic clothing.
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FOR YOUR WELLNESS
UPCOMING SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Cooper
Copple Family
Fallbrook Northeast
Barre Boot Camp Fridays, Mar 7-Apr11, 10:00-10:45pm Pickleball Lessons Tuesdays, Mar 11-25, 9:30-11:00am
Peri & Post Menopause Training Fridays, Mar 28-May 2, 10:30-11:30am
TRX Wednesdays, Mar 5-26, 10:15-10:45am
TRX Wednesdays, Apr 2-30, 10:15-10:45am
BOGAFit Saturdays, Mar 8-28, 10:15-11:00am
Strength Training for Women Mondays, Mar 10-Apr 14, 5:30-6:30pm
Adv. Strength Training for Women Mondays, Mar 10-Apr 14, 7:00-8:00pm
Kettlebell Workshop Friday, Mar 7, 3:30-5:00pm
Adult Pickleball Lessons Tuesdays, Mar 18-Apr 1, 9:00-10:30am
Adult/Youth Pickleball Lessons Wednesdays, Mar 19-Apr 2, 6:30-8:00pm
Registration is required for all specialized training.
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EVOLT CHALLENGE
February 16 – April 12
It’s not too late to join the Evolt Body Composition Challenge – FREE for Lincoln Y Members! How does it work? Complete three Evolt scans (beginning, middle, and end) between NOW and April 12. First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded based on Body Fat Percentage Loss.
WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEEKEND AT CAMP KITAKI
April 11 – 13
Ladies! This spring, take some time for yourself by relaxing and recharging in a peaceful forest setting at Camp Kitaki’s Women’s Wellness Weekend! You can be adventurous or stay low-key. The weekend is yours with opportunity for social connection, relaxation, adventure, fitness, and fun!
As we get into the New Year, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank all of our Corporate Members:
Bison, Inc., Cancer Partners of Nebraska, Catholic Social Services, Cattle National Bank, Custom Blinds, Fiserv, International Fitness Club Network, Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach, Midlands Packaging, Midwest Holding Inc., NIFA, NFL, Perry Reid Properites, Swanson Russell, Youth for Christ
Interested in a corporate membershp?
TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCES
Last month, fathers and daughters enjoyed a special night of dancing, crafts, snacks, and fun at the Cooper and Northeast YMCA – complete with photo booths to capture the memories!
EARLY CHILDHOOD FAIR
On February 16, Y staff hosted a booth at the Early Childhood Fair at Gateway Mall. Event goers had the opportunity to create bracelets and learn more about the Y!
EXPANDING ACCESS TO YOUTH SPORTS
In 2024, we launched an initiative to give 4th and 5th grade boys and girls from Pershing Elementary Community Learning Center (CLC) the opportunity to participate in the YMCA Youth Sports recreational soccer league. Thanks to the generous support of Lincoln Industries, 40 kids were able to participate in soccer. Click here to read more about this initiative on our blog!
ANNUAL MEETING AWARDS
We held the YMCA of Lincoln Annual Meeting at Cornhusker Bank on February 6. We were pleased to recognize several employees for their dedicated service to the Y, along with Lincoln Industries (Corporate Partner Award), Ann Ringlein (Outstanding Volunteer Award), and Claire Savage (Outstanding Youth Character Award).
REMINDERS
Lincoln’s Choice Awards
The Lincoln’s Choice Awards voting has begun and we need your help! Between now and March 23, cast your vote daily for the YMCA in the following categories:
BEST Gym
BEST Youth Activity Programs (Non-Sports)
BEST Youth Sports Program
BEST Preschool Account Updates!
Northeast Y Events
FAMILY GAME NIGHT Friday, March 21 6:00-8:00pm
Join us for a fun evening of board games and camaraderie! FREE to attend. No registration required.
TEEN NIGHT
Saturday, March 29 5:30-8:30pm
FREE for teens ages 12-15 to have a fun evening playing games, swimming, socializing with friends, and MORE!
VOTE FOR US REGISTER FOR TEEN NIGHT
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“The Copple Family Y makes for a great start to the morning! Good classes, clean facilities, and friendly staff to start the day off right.”
Member, Copple Family YMCA 2024 Member Survey