START YOUR SUMMER
AT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN
May 2026
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
For Your Family
Swim Lessons
Camp Kitaki
Outdoor Pools Open May 23!
Summer Swim Team
Climbing Wall
Babysitter Training
Youth Martial Arts
Upcoming Youth Sports
Teen Fitness Training
For Your Wellness
Specialized Training
Evolt Challenge Winners
Tell Me Something Good
Healthy Kids Day
EGYM at the Cooper YMCA
Pershing CLC Basketball Team
Reminders
Memorial Day Hours
Give to Lincoln Day
Work at the Y
Adventure Run
Member Testimonial
6TH ANNUAL SWIMSUIT DRIVE NOW THROUGH MAY 20
Back for the sixth year, we are holding an association-wide Swimsuit Drive collecting new and gently used suits for youth enrolled in our 2026 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 lesson grant awarded by Y-USA, the Lincoln Y will teach more than 150 children how to swim this summer, along with life-saving water safety skills.
HOW TO HELP
• Drop off a swimsuit at any of our four Lincoln locations now through May 20
• 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 Swim Lessons
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FOR YOUR FAMILY
SWIM LESSONS
Sessions offered all summer long!
Get ready for the water! Our Swim Lessons help swimmers of all ages gain confidence in the water, overcome fears, and build skills that last a lifetime.
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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 23!
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 23 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 26 to June 19! We offer both competitive and recreational options, plus compete in the Lincoln Parks & Rec League or Capital City League and USA Swimming!
CLIMBING WALL
At the Cooper YMCA
Take a class or join us for open climbing hours at our 20-foot climbing wall (for ages 5 and older). With individual or family class options, climbers of all ages learn techniques, knots, footwork, equipment safety, commands, and more. Advanced climbers have the opportunity to learn belay techniques.
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BABYSITTER TRAINING
June 20, 9:00am – 1:00pm
The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program is a community education program that covers child safety and basic care techniques for infants and children. This class is for ages 10-15 years old and is offered at the Copple Family YMCA.
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YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS
Every Tuesday & Thursday
Currently offered at the Fallbrook YMCA every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00pm, Karate and Advanced Karate classes are ongoing and renewed monthly until you cancel. Register by calling 402-323-6444 or visiting the Front Desk at the Fallbrook YMCA.
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YOUTH SPORTS
Middle Registration Deadlines
Final Registration Deadlines
TEEN FITNESS TRAINING
Cooper June 1-4, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am
June 1-22, Mondays, 4:30-6:30pm
June 8-11, Mon-Thurs, 1:00-3:00pm
Copple Family June 8-11, Mon-Thurs, 5:00-7:00pm June 22-25, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am Fallbrook June 1-4, Mon-Thurs, 9:30-11:30am
June 22-25, Mon-Thurs, 9:30-11:30am
Northeast June 15-18, Mon-Thurs, 9:30-11:30am June 15-18, Mon-Thurs, 6:00-8:00pm
FOR YOUR WELLNESS
UPCOMING SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Intro to Pilates Thursdays, May 7-June 11, 5:00-5:45pm
Copple Family Fallbrook Northeast
Sound Bath Meditation Workshop Saturday, May 9, 3:00-4:30pm Cooper
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Strength Training for Women Mondays, May 18-June 22, 9:20-10:20am
Women’s Power & Performance Mon/Wed, May 18-June 24, 12:00-1:00pm
TRX Tuesdays, June 2-23, 5:15-6:00am
Adv. Strength Training for Women Thursdays, May 7-June 25, 5:45-6:45pm
Adv. Strength Training for Women Thursdays, May 7-June 25, 7:00-8:00pm
Intro to Pilates Thursdays, May 7-28, 6:30-7:15pm
Intro to Pilates Tuesdays, May 19-June 23, 4:30-5:15pm
Registration is required for all specialized training.
EVOLT CHALLENGE
Congrats to our winners!
This challenge focused on gaining the most muscle over eight weeks. Our six winners between the men’s and women’s categories rocked the results! Congrats!
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.
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Jessica First Place Julie Second Place
Tessa Second Place
Isaac First Place Anderson Second Place Keenan Third Place
TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD
HEALTHY KIDS DAY
On April 11, 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.
EGYM AT THE COOPER Y
Last month, we launched EGYM, a smart strength circuit workout, at the Cooper YMCA. Since launching a few weeks ago, we already have over 250 members onboarded! We are so excited to be offering this new equipment to members.
PERSHING CLC BASKETBALL TEAM
Congratulations to our Pershing Community Learning Center (CLC) basketball team for winning the CLC Tournament last month! Out of 22 schools that competed, Pershing came out on top and brought home the championship. We’re so proud of the team for their hard work, teamwork, and dedication throughout the tournament.
REMINDERS
Memorial Day Hours
As a reminder, all Lincoln Y locations will have adjusted hours of 8:00am-4:00pm on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.
When Lincoln comes together, big things happen! Please consider making a gift to the Lincoln YMCA NOW through May 28 for Give to Lincoln Day. Your gift helps to make the Y financially accessible for all.
Adventure Run
Saturday, July 4 | YMCA Wright Park
Early Registration Deadline: June 21
Enjoy the Fourth of July weekend by climbing through obstacles, running through fields, and down the slip ‘n slide all in the name of a very good cause! Now in its 14th year, the Adventure Run is a fun run/obstacle course that spans approximately two miles.
We encourage the entire family to walk or run the course together! Register before June 21 to guarantee a race t-shirt!
Work at the Y!
Still looking for a summer job or a way to earn some extra income?
Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job – but work with a purpose. From Climbing Wall Instructors and Swim Instructors to Summer Day Camp Counselors, Youth Sports Camp/Clinic Staff and more, we have several opportunities available.
“The staff are so friendly and helpful! I like the layout of the facility and the open, bright exercise machine area. Great job!”
Member, Fallbrook YMCA 2025 Member Survey