AUGUST 2026
AT THE MID-WILLAMETTE FAMILY YMCA
REMINDER: THE YMCA WILL BE CLOSED FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 FOR THE SUMMER Y GAMES
SUMMER Y GAMES PREVIEW
The Mid-Willamette Family YMCA will host its fifth annual Summer Y Games on Friday, August 14, bringing together local adult and youth teams for a day of competition, teamwork, and fun, all in support of the YMCA. The event is presented by Mike’s Heating & Air, a longtime supporter of our organization.
Designed as a high-energy, team-based competition, the Summer Y Games challenges participants to flex their muscles and their minds. Teams of four to five players rotate through 10 unique game stations, each offering a different test of speed, strength, strategy, or communication.
Summer Y Games Preview Page 1-3
Community Partner Highlight Page 4-5
Summer Y Games Event & Y Preschools Page 6
Tots Tumbling & Tots Baseball Page 7
Jaguars Basketball Camp & West Albany Football Camp Page 8
BRIDGES & On-Campus Before & After School Programs Page 9
Homeschool Swim & Gym & Youth Art Workshop Page 10
Fall Youth Rec Soccer & NFL Flag Football Page 11
Friday Night Out & Bubbles and Besties Page 12
7v7 Adult Soccer League & World Rhythms Hand Drum Circle Page 13
Fitness & Summer Pool Schedule Page 14
Keepy Uppy: Players work together to keep balloons from touching the ground as new balloons are added every seven seconds. The team that can keep their balloons up the longest wins.
Giant Cornhole: Each player throws for three minutes, aiming to rack up as many points as possible. The team’s combined points determine the score.
Pop Patrol: Players earn water balloons with a slingshot, then throw them into a teammate’s milk crate from 20 yards away. Points are awarded for balloons that land and pop inside the crate.
Picklepong: Each player will shoot pickleballs into buckets for three minutes while teammates retrieve balls. One player finishes with a 60-second double-points bonus round.
Games: Players study a room for two minutes, nswer 20 questions about the room from ry. The team with the most correct answers wins.
cle Course: Each teammate takes on the able obstacle course. The team with the lowest ned time wins.
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Tower of Power: Teams have 15 minutes to build the tallest free-standing tower possible. The highest tower that stands on its own for at least 10 seconds wins.
Thank you to everyone who recently celebrated a birthday with us. We are so glad to be part of your special day and help make it one to remember.
Interested in celebrating your birthday at the YMCA? Click here or scan the QR code below to learn more about Facility Rental options, including our Bounce House!
RED CANOE CREDIT UNION’S FILL THE CANOE
Each summer, Red Canoe Credit Union's Fill the Canoe Back-to-School Drive helps local students start the school year with the supplies they need to be successful in the classroom.
COMMUNITY PARTNER
SMI REAL ESTATE & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Community members can donate new school supplies, make a financial gift, or organize a collection drive. To make every donation go even further, Red Canoe Credit Union matches every monetary contribution.
Since its launch, Fill the Canoe has generated more than $681,000 in school supplies and monetary donations, including more than $97,000 raised in 2025 alone. Helping make that impact possible is a true community effort.
Our YMCA is proud to serve as a community collection site for Fill the Canoe, making it easy for YMCA members and our community to support local students as they prepare for a new school year.
The 2026 Fill the Canoe Drive is now underway! Whether you drop off new school supplies at the Y or at Red Canoe Credit Union, every donation helps local students head back to school with confidence.
Learn more at: www.fillthecanoe.com
Over the past three years, SMI has supported our YMCA youth sports, donor appreciation events, and annual Mid-Willamette Valley Chamber Mixer. Their partnership reflects a shared understanding that meaningful change happens when organizations come together, build relationships, and create opportunities that benefit the entire community.
"When we looked at the YMCA, we saw an organization doing something similar to what we strive for," Don McBride, SMI’s Director of Business Development, shared. "The Y creates opportunities for children, strengthens families, promotes healthy living, and gives people a place where everyone belongs.”
From longtime traditions like KeizerFEST to org that strengthen youth and families, SMI sees g an essential part of being a successful commu
“This community has been good to SMI for five McBride said. "Our employees raise their famili clients invest here. Thousands of residents cal properties home. We don't see ourselves as op Mid-Willamette Valley. We see ourselves as be
That sense of belonging is why investing in yo continues to be a priority.
SMI also believes community events bring neig together, while businesses and nonprofits each contribute unique strengths that create lasting
“Businesses have resources, experience, and people who want to give back. Nonprofits understand the needs of the community and know where those resources can have the greatest impact. When those strengths come together around a common purpose, everyone benefits.”
That same spirit is what SMI says it has found through its partnership with the YMCA. said. “It's much more meaningful to see children laughing on a omeone discovering a healthier lifestyle because of the YMCA. hose experiences possible has been incredibly rewarding.”
As SMI looks toward the future, technology and the real estate industry will continue to evolve, but its priorities remain unchanged: integrity, accountability, professionalism, service, and relationships.
Through the relationships it has built, the organizations it has supported, and the opportunities it has helped create, SMI has spent five decades opening doors for the communities it serves. We're grateful for SMI's partnership and look forward to continuing to strengthen the Mid-Willamette Valley together.
FREE for youth teams, $500 per adult teams
Click here for more information and to register.
YMCA PRESCHOOLS
PRESCHOOL / TODDLER CARE / EARLY LEARNING FULL DAY & HALF DAY OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Is your child ready for preschool? It’s never too early to plan for their future! At YMCA Preschools, every day is full of growth, discovery, and fun.
Flexible Options: Choose from full-day or partday programs to suit your family’s schedule. We also have Toddler Care for ages 2-3 at our Growing Leaders Early Learning Center.
Whole-Child Focus: We balance academic learning with social-emotional development.
Fun & Discovery: From hands-on activities to making new friends, every day is an adventure!
Click here for more information and to register.
TOTS TUMBLING
TUESDAY SESSIONS: AUGUST 4-AUGUST 25
SATURDAY SESSIONS: AUGUST 8-AUGUST 29
Looking for an active outlet for your toddler? Tots Tumbling is perfect for young children just beginning their tumbling journey! This fun and safe class helps kids develop basic tumbling skills while building confidence and coordination.
Tuesday Evenings or Saturday Mornings
Ages 2-3 and 4-5
$60 Members / $80 Guests
Click here for more information and to register.
TOTS BASEBALL
AUGUST 13-SEPTEMBER 3
REGISTRATION DEADLINE AUGUST 12
Our YMCA staff lead this program with a focus on developing gross motor and social skills through rotation-based baseball activities. Our aim is to help kids develop a passion for the sport and have a great time while making new friends and participating in fun and engaging baseball rotations!
Thursdays, 6:00 PM-6:45 PM
Ages 3-5
$60 Members / $80 Guests
Click here for more information and to register.
school supplies to the kids at the conclusion of the camp.
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Ages 5-13 (coed)
$70 Members / $90 Guests
Click here for more information and to register.
WEST ALBANY FOOTBALL CAMP
AUGUST 3-AUGUST 5
REGISTRATION DEADLINE AUGUST 3
We are excited to partner with the West Albany High School football program to bring a camp to the YMCA this summer! Practice and train with top notch coaches and players who are committed to helping you reach your full potential on and off the field.
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
North field at the YMCA Grades 4-8
$100
Click here for more information and to register.
PROGRAMS AT THE YMCA
BRIDGES BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
EVERY DAY BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL
YMCA BRIDGES provides your child with a safe, enriching space to grow, learn, and thrive. Our program includes homework help, physical playtime, healthy snacks, arts and crafts, STEM activities, and more!
Before School: 6:45 AM-9:00 AM
After School: 3:45 PM-6:00
Oak Grove Elementary (serving Oak Grove students) & North Albany Elementary (serving NAES students)
Kindergarten-5th Grade
Before School: $150/month, After School: $250/month, Before & After School: $350/month
Click here for more information and to register.
ON-CAMPUS BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
EVERY DAY BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL
YMCA Before & After School Programs are dedicated to fostering the growth and development of your child in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. Please note that on-campus After School registration is inperson only at the YMCA Welcome Center.
Before School: 6:45 AM-GAPS bus arrives
After School: After School-6:30 PM
Kindergarten-5th Grade
Before School: $120 Members / $150 Guests, After School: $170 Members / $190 Guests
Register at the YMCA Welcome Center.
led swim lesson and PE session for homeschooled students ages 3-18. Your child will make friendships while exercising and gaining physical skills each week! Homeschool Swim & Gym sessions are Thursday afternoons.
Class Length (Swim): Age 10-18, 2:00 PM-3:00
PM; Age 3-9, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Class Length (Gym): Age 3-9, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM;
Age 10-18, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Click here for more information and to register.
YOUTH ART WORKSHOP
SEPTEMBER 3-SEPTEMBER 24
REGISTRATION DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 1 PRESENTED BY WE MAKE ART
Explore different techniques of creating works of art with Miss Britni. Each week, students will learn about a famous artist, observing their art style and the method in which they achieved it! After a (brief) art history lesson, students will get to create their own masterpieces inspired by the Artist of the Week.
Thursdays, 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
Ages 7-12
$120
Click here for more information and to register.
FALL YOUTH REC SOCCER
SEPTEMBER 8-OCTOBER 24
PRESENTED BY 1847 BAR & GRILL
At the YMCA, we believe sports are about more than just winning: they’re about fun, growth, and teamwork. Our Youth Rec Soccer program is designed to introduce kids to the game in a supportive and engaging environment where they can build skills, confidence, and friendships.
Weekday practices, Saturday games
Ages 6-10
$60 Members / $80 Guests
Click here for more information and to register.
NFL FLAG FOOTBALL
SEPTEMBER 14-NOVEM
PRESENTED BY AK CAR
Get ready for an action-pa NFL Flag Football. This fun perfect for kids of all skill levels, focusing on teamwork, skill-building, and having fun in a safe and inclusive environment. Open to boys and girls.
Weeknight practices
Saturday games
Ages 4-13
$110 Members / $120 Guests
Click here for more information and to register.
FRIDAY NIGHT OUT
EVENING CHILD CARE EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
Need a break? The YMCA has got you covered! Our Friday Night Out program allows you to enjoy some well-deserved downtime while your child dives into a night of games, crafts, swimming (ages 6+), pizza, and more.
Every Friday
5:30 PM-8:30 PM
Ages 8 weeks-5th grade
$15 Members / $20 Guests weekly
$50 for Members & Guests monthly
Click here for more information and to register.
BUBBLES & BESTIES
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
REGISTRATION DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 12
Enjoy a social atmosphere with food, drinks, pampering, and shopping, all while supporting the YMCA. We’ll be sipping champagne, indulging in charcuterie, and treating ourselves at a decadent dessert bar. There will be so much to enjoy: henna, brow waxing, candle making, hair tinsel, a photo booth, and more. It’s the perfect blend of classy and fun, all in one unforgettable night!
6:00 PM-8:30 PM
Flinn Block Hall, 222 1 Ave W, Albany st
Ages 21+
$40 per person
Click here for more information and to register.
7V7 ADULT SOCCER LEAGUE
SEPTEMBER 12-NOVEMBER 14
REGISTRATION DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 7
We are proud to be bringing 7v7 Adult Soccer to our YMCA. The league is 7 weeks; the top 4 teams advance to the semi-finals, and the winners will compete in a championship game on November 14th. Games are 50 minutes with 25-minute halves and will have referees.
Saturday evenings
Ages 16+
$500 per team
Click here for more information and to register.
WORLD RHYTHMS HAND DRUM CIRCLE
AUGUST 5-AUGUST 26
REGISTRATION DEADLINE AUGUST 5
Join us for World Rhythms Hand Drum Class with Drum Circle Connection! This vibrant series led by Michelle Lovrich, founder of Drum Circle Connection. Discover how drumming awakens the mind, body, and spirit, connecting you to a global rhythm of joy, creativity, and healing.
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM
Ages 12+ (Ages 12-18 must be accompanied by an adult
$75 per person / $100 per couple
Click here for more information and to register.
MW 12:00 PM Yoga: meet.google.com/igu-akrt-jhu
TTH 7:30 AM Yoga: meet.google.com/qxb-vfrx-guj
W 5:30 PM Power Yoga: meet.google.com/ake-ianf-ttw
