WARM UP THE COMMUNITY WITH THE YMCA OF LINCOLN October 2026 INSIDE THIS ISSUE For Your Family
Upcoming Youth Programs/Sports Halloween Events Out of School Days Parents Night Out Teen Night Teen Fitness Training
For Your Wellness
Specialized Training Healthy Living Outreach Holiday Wellness Challenge Halloween Dance Mash-Up
6TH ANNUAL WINTER COAT DRIVE WITH PEOPLE’S CITY MISSION With record heat and rainy weather lately, it’s hard to believe winter is around the corner. The inevitable cold and snow bring hardships to the homeless in our community. Help us help those in need during our sixth annual Winter Coat Drive! The YMCA of Lincoln is collecting new and gently used coats for the People's City Mission from October 1-21. Y members can donate coats at any of the four branches for the chance to win one month of their membership for free! One winner will be drawn from each branch.
Good News
Mah Jongg Youth Triathlon Lincoln Fire Dept. Visits Preschoolers
Reminders
Bids for Kids Facility Rentals Turkey Trot Member Testimonial
“No one in our community should have to face a Nebraska winter without a warm coat. We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside People’s City Mission and our community to help meet such an important need for our neighbors.” Renee Yost, President & CEO | YMCA of Lincoln
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FOR YOUR FAMILY YOUTH PROGRAMS Fall Session starts soon! Whether your child is learning to swim for the first time or is a little chef hoping to become more comfortable in the kitchen, we have several programs for children of all ages. Register today for Swim Lessons, Gymnastics, Jr. Chefs, and more!
DANCE AT THE Y There’s still time to join us for dance! Now through the rest of the school year (May 16), dancers will build skills and learn a dance routine.
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FALL FUN FOR THE KIDS! Upcoming Halloween Camps at YMCA Camp Kitaki Halloween campers, get ready for spooky fun! Bring a costume for our costume dance, listen to stories, carve a pumpkin, hunt ghouls, and so much more! This campout is a great introduction to camp programs and a wonderful way to enjoy Halloween themed activities in a positive atmosphere. There will even be some spooky activities for those who are brave enough! Pick the overnight that works best for your family:
October 16-17
October 23-24
October 17-18
October 24-25
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TRUNK OR TREAT (or plunge!) AT THE Y! Cooper YMCA Trunk or Treat Copple Family YMCA Pumpkin Plunge Northeast YMCA Trunk or Treat Fallbrook YMCA Trunk or Treat
Oct. 22, 6:00-7:00pm Oct. 26, 5:30-7:00pm Oct. 27, 5:30-6:30pm Oct. 29, 5:30-6:30pm
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OUT OF SCHOOL DAYS
YOUTH SPORTS
October 15, 16, 19
Early Registration Deadlines
Parents, are you still looking for child care during the kids’ time off school? The Y offers Out of School Days, which is a licensed child care program offered at all four Lincoln Y branches during some of Lincoln Public Schools’ days off from school. Care is available for youth in Kindergarten through age 13.
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Indoor Soccer Academy Indoor Pre-Kindergarten Soccer Clinic Indoor Foot Skills Soccer Clinic Indoor Goal Keeper Clinic Indoor Golf Clinic Indoor Baseball/Softball Training Winter Itty Bitty Hooper’s Basketball
Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5 Oct 5
Middle Registration Deadlines Preseason Basketball Training Micro Basketball League Recreational Basketball League
Oct 27 Oct 27 Oct 27
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Final Registration Deadlines
October 23, 5:30-8:30pm
Fall Basketball Academy Fall Adaptive Golf Clinic Winter Laser Tag League Fall Archery Clinic Session 2 Winter Volleyball Academy
While you’re enjoying that new movie or relaxing at your favorite restaurant, your kids will be having fun-filled, supervised time at the YMCA. Parents Night Out is for youth 6 weeks to 12 years of age, and offered at the Cooper, Copple Family, and Fallbrook YMCAs.
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TEEN NIGHT October 24, 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.
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Oct 5 Oct 8 Oct 22 Oct 22 Nov 9
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TEEN FITNESS TRAINING Cooper
Oct 13-Nov 5, Tues/Thurs, 5:30-6:30pm Nov 9-Dec 2, Mon/Wed, 4:00-5:00pm
Copple Family Oct 13-Nov 5, Tues/Thurs, 5:30-6:30pm Nov 9-Dec 2, Mon/Wed, 5:30-6:30pm Fallbrook
Oct 6-29, Tues/Thurs, 6:30-7:30pm Nov 3-Dec 1, Tues/Thurs, 6:30-7:30pm
Northeast
Oct 26-Nov 5, Mon-Thurs, 6:00-7:00pm Nov 9-19, Mon-Thurs, 4:00-5:00pm Nov 9-19, Mon-Thurs, 6:00-7:00pm
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FOR YOUR WELLNESS SPECIALIZED TRAINING
SAVE THE DATE
Cooper
Holiday Wellness Challenge
Strength Training for Women Sept 30-Nov 4, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm Barre Boot Camp Oct 23-Dec 12, Fridays, 10:00-10:45am Pickleball Lessons Nov 3-17, Tuesdays, 9:30-11:00am
Copple Family Barre Express
Sept 30-Oct 21, Wednesdays, 10:15-11:00am Strength Training for Women Oct 12-Nov 16, Mondays, 6:30-7:30pm
Fallbrook
Strength Training for Women Sept 28-Nov 4, Mon/Wed, 9:30-10:30am
Northeast
Trick or Treat Your Soul Sound Bath Workshop Oct 31, Saturday, 3:00-4:30pm • Includes a nutrition booth with samplings of pumpkin chili!
Registration is required for all specialized training.
Registration opens October 13 for our annual Holiday Wellness Challenge, running November 9 through December 31. This is a great opportunity to gather the whole family (ages 5 and up may participate!) and challenge yourself to stay active during the winter months. Plus, all participants receive an “ugly” holiday sweatshirt!
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HEALTHY LIVING OUTREACH New sessions of Healthy Living Outreach are starting this month at a Community Center in your neighborhood! Join any time FREE with your YMCA membership. Air Park Community Center | October 6 - December 29 Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00-10:45am Willard Community Center | October 20 - January 14 Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00-10:45am Easterday Recreation Center | October 26 - January 25 Mondays & Wednesdays | 4:30-5:15pm
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HALLOWEEN DANCE MASH-UP AT COOPER October 30 | 5:45-7:00pm Dance the evening away with your favorite instructors and formats (TurnUp Dance Fitness, Hip Hop Dance, MixxedFit) during this Halloween themed event in Studio A at the Cooper YMCA! FREE for Y Members.
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GOOD NEWS MAH JONGG CLUB There’s a class you won’t find on the Group Exercise Schedule. On Tuesday mornings at 9:30, Marcia and others teach Mah Jongg (also spelled mahjong) in the Cooper YMCA lobby. The popular Chinese game is as much about building a wall with tiles as it is about building a community. We love the member-created groups that form at the Y! Reach out to your branch to learn about existing groups like Mah Jongg or to start your own!
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YOUTH TRIATHLON We celebrated 10 years of the Youth Triathlon at the Fallbrook Y last month! We loved seeing so many young athletes take on the challenge, cross the finish line, and celebrate this special milestone with us. Thank you to our incredible sponsors and volunteers who helped make this event possible.
PRESCHOOLERS GET A VISIT FROM LINCOLN FIRE & RESCUE Last month, Lincoln Fire Department visited preschool classes across our branches during the Community Helpers unit! Preschoolers had the chance to learn about the important work firefighters do and see some of the equipment up close. Thank you, Lincoln Fire & Rescue, for taking the time to visit our classes!
REMINDERS
The YMCA of Lincoln is excited to host the 5th Annual Bids for Kids Online Auction! From October 21-November 1, shop and bid online for some GREAT items and experiences donated by businesses and members in our community. The best part? Proceeds help provide financial assistance to ensure YMCA programs and services are available for all.
The YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot presented by Union Bank & Trust returns for its 18th year as one of the highly favored traditions on Thanksgiving morning. The race will be held on the streets of downtown Lincoln!
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CELEBRATE WITH US! Looking for a place to host your child’s birthday party or a place to host a special gathering this winter? We offer several facility rental options ranging from party spaces and pools to gyms and more!
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MEMBERSHIP TESTIMONIAL “I love the group fitness classes (especially cycling), the additional classes you can sign up for, and the variety of workout equipment. There is something for all ages at the Y.”
Member, Cooper YMCA
2026 Member Survey