MAKE A SPLASH
AT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN
May 2025
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
For Your Family
Summer Swim Team
Outdoor Pools Open May 24!
Summer Youth Programs
Parents Night Out
Teen Night
Summer Camp Spots Still Available!
Preschool & Before/After School
Upcoming Youth Sports
Teen Fitness Training
For Your Wellness
Specialized Training
50 Class Club at the Northeast Y
Evolt Challenge Winners
Tell Me Something Good
Healthy Kids Day
Lincoln’s Choice Awards
The Achievery™ at the Copple Family Y
New Wellness Equipment
Reminders
Give to Lincoln Day
Memorial Day Hours
LNK Outdoor Movie Night
Update Your Account
Member Testimonial
5TH ANNUAL YMCA SWIMSUIT DRIVE HAPPENING MAY 7-21!
Back for its fifth year, the Lincoln YMCA will be holding an association-wide Swimsuit Drive collecting new and gently used suits for youth enrolled in our 2025 grant-based Swim Lessons. Did you know that two of the biggest barriers families face when wanting to provide swim lessons for their children are transportation and cost – both for the lessons and swimsuits? Through a swim lessons grant awarded by Y-USA, the Lincoln Y will teach more than 150 children how to swim this summer, along with live-saving water safety skills.
HOW TO HELP
• Drop off a swimsuit at any of our four Lincoln locations between May 7-21
• Sizes needed are school age XS-XL for boys and girls (one piece preferred)
• Monetary gifts can be made at the Front Desk of any Lincoln YMCA.
• Everyone who donates will be entered in a raffle to win a FREE session of group swimming lessons (6 classes) AND get a free week pass to “Try the Y” or share with a friend, family member, or co-worker.
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FOR YOUR FAMILY
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Sessions offered all summer long!
Join us for a fun summer at the Y! Registration is open for several summer programs including Dance, Gymnastics, Swim Lessons, and MORE!
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YMCA CAMP KITAKI
Spots still available this summer!
From Traditional Camps, to Horse Camps and Rustic Adventure Camps, there’s something for every child! Register your child soon – spots fill fast!
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OUTDOOR POOLS OPENING MAY 24!
Everything you need to know for Outdoor Pool season at the YMCA . . .
Get ready to make a splash! Our Outdoor Pools at the Cooper, Copple Family, and Fallbrook YMCAs open on Saturday, May 24 at 12:00pm. Outdoor Pool access is included for Adult and Household members of the Lincoln YMCA.
If you or your child have a Youth Membership and want to use the Outdoor Pools, visit the Front Desk of any Lincoln YMCA branch to upgrade your membership for the summer for just $50. This one-time payment lasts from the date of purchase through the end of the summer Outdoor Pool season. Plus, don’t forget that we o er a Nanny Pass! Visit the Front Desk of any branch for more details.
Outdoor Pool rentals are available from June to August and o er complete privacy for your group, accommodating up to 100 people!
SUMMER SWIM TEAM
Join our summer swim teams, running from May 27 to July 19! We offer both competitive and recreational options, plus compete in the Lincoln Parks & Rec League and the Capital City League.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
May 16, 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, CAMPS, ETC.
Limited Spots Available!
Limited Summer Day Camp spots are available at Pershing, Campbell, and the Cooper Y. Plus, Preschool and Before & After School registration is still open for next school year! Register soon to secure your child’s spot in our programs!
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TEEN NIGHT
May 31, 5:30 – 8:30pm
Join us for Teen Night at the Northeast Y! This FREE event is for teens (ages 12-15) to spend time playing basketball, swimming, playing games, and connecting with community resources. This event is open to both Y Members and Community Members.
YOUTH SPORTS
Camp Registration Deadlines
June
June
TEEN FITNESS TRAINING
Cooper June 2-5, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am
June 2-23, Mondays, 4:30-6:30pm June 16-19, Mon-Thurs, 1:00-3:00pm
Copple Family June 2-5, Mon-Thurs, 5:30-7:30pm June 9-12, Mon-Thurs, 5:30-7:30pm June 16-19, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am Fallbrook June 2-5, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am
June 9-July 2, Mon & Wed, 6:30-7:30pm
Northeast May 5-15, Mon-Thurs, 4:00-5:00pm
May 5-15, Mon-Thurs, 6:00-7:00pm
June 9-12, Mon-Thurs, 9:30-11:30am
June 9-12, Mon-Thurs, 6:00-8:00pm
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FOR YOUR WELLNESS
UPCOMING SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Cooper
Copple Family
Fallbrook
Northeast
Prenatal Yoga Tuesdays, May 6-June 10, 5:15-6:15pm
Pickleball Lessons Tuesdays, May 6-20, 9:30-11:00am
Barre Boot Camp Saturdays, May 30-June 20, 10:00-10:45am
LIVESTRONG® Mon/Wed, May 12-July 30, 6:00-7:30pm
BOGAFit Saturdays, May 5-24, 10:15-11:00am
Adv. Strength Training for Women Thursdays, May 1-June 19, 6:30-7:30pm
Breath Work Wednesdays, May 14-June 11, 12:30-1:00pm
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Registration is required for all specialized training.
EVOLT CHALLENGE
Congrats to our winners!
This challenge focused on losing the highest percentage of body fat over eight weeks. Our three winners rocked the results! Evolt scans are available for free to all Lincoln YMCA members. Scans provide detailed data about your body through more than 40 measurements in just 60 seconds.
SCHEDULE AN EVOLT SCAN
50 CLASS CLUB
May 5 – June 29
Let’s get moving! The Northeast YMCA is hosting a 50 Class Club challenge: Participate in 50 of any combination of cycling, land, or water Group Exercise classes from May 5 - June 29 for the chance to win Y swag! Tracking sheets will be located near the Group Exercise studios.
VIEW THE GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULES
Lauren P. First Place
Jim L. Second Place
Sarah K. Third Place
TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD
HEALTHY KIDS DAY
On April 12, the Fallbrook Y hosted Healthy Kids Day, the YMCA’s national initiative aimed to help inspire healthy habits in kids and families. Participants were able to engage with several community partners through fun activities and games.
LINCOLN’S CHOICE AWARDS
Thank you, Lincoln! The YMCA of Lincoln is thrilled to be recognized with THREE 2025 Lincoln’s Choice Awards: Best Gym WINNER, Best Youth Sports Program WINNER, and Best Youth Activity Program (Non-Sports) RUNNER-UP.
THE ACHIEVERY™ AT THE LINCOLN Y
This past semester, we were excited to launch The Achievery™, a free digital learning platform designed to make learning more engaging, entertaining, and accessible for today’s connected students. The Achievery™ is part of the AT&T Connected Learning program and a broader effort to help narrow the digital divide and homework gap. At the Lincoln Y, The Achievery™ has opened the door to meaningful conversations between staff and youth, allowing us to connect on real-world issues that impact their everyday lives. Click here to read more!
NEW WELLNESS EQUIPMENT
We’re excited to share that we have some new equipment on our wellness floors at the Lincoln Y! Some of the upgrades include new kettlebells, weights, decline bench press, multipurpose bench, preacher curl bench, and recumbent bikes!
REMINDERS
Memorial Day Hours
As a reminder, all Lincoln Y locations will have adjusted hours of 8:00am-4:00pm on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day.
When Lincoln comes together, big things happen! Please consider making a gift to the Lincoln YMCA NOW through May 29 for Give to Lincoln Day. Your gift helps to make the Y financially accessible for all.
LNK Outdoor Movie Night
Friday, May 9 | 7:00-11:00pm |
The Lincoln YMCA is teaming up with the LNK Airport to host a festive outdoor movie night for the community featuring the movie COCO. Get ready for an evening filled with fun activities such as temporary tattoos, bubbles, giveaways, and MORE! Plus, food trucks will be available.
Activities begin at 7:00pm with the movie following at sundown (around 9:00pm). This event will take place at the Lincoln Airport Open Green Space (West Side) at 3801 NW 34th St., Lincoln, NE.
Account Updates!
Need to update your contact or payment info for your account ?
If your payment method has recently expired or you have gotten a new phone number, address, etc., please update that with us by completing our Online Member Account Update Form –it’s quick and easy! Plus, you’ll be entered to win prizes when you update your account with us!
“The location is perfect. The Y offers so many choices of activities for young AND old!!! I feel very welcomed and enjoy my time here.”
Member, Fallbrook YMCA 2024 Member Survey