Are You Whistle Worthy?
Lifeguard Certification Courses at the Stratford YMCA Red Cross Life Guard Certification includes CPR, AED, and First Aid. For ages 15 years and up. Candidates must be able to swim 300 yards (550 for water front, demonstrating rhythmic breathing, untimed) tread water for two minutes (without using hands), and complete a timed event within 1 […]
Together We Can Make a Difference
YMCA Day of Service – Earth Day In celebration of Earth Day, the Stratford YMCA is offering a volunteer opportunity to WALK WITH US and make our community a better place by beautifying our neighborhood and picking up litter. Join us as we walk to clean up the streets around the YMCA with some of […]
Paint Sip Repeat
Kid’s Paint and Sip at the Stratford Y Join us for a healthy, safe and fun event for children! Everyone leaves with a piece of art that they have created! Children will paint a picture, sip healthy smoothies, and share their talents with the group. For more information, please contact Ashley at afedak@cccymca.org. Please register […]
BSY Torpedoes Swim Team
2024 Swim Team Our team offers a challenging, engaging, and fun program that stresses stroke technique, starts, turns, and basic to advanced training. Our team ranges from entry level competitive swimmers to championship caliber swimmers – all are welcome and encouraged to look into the BSY team! Register Today! SWIM TEAM COSTS AND FEES: YMCA […]
Reclaiming Your Health
Join Our Joints In Motion For Arthritis Aquatics Class! WHEN: Mondays 11:15am-12:15pm · Multiple exercise activities, including: joint check/warm-up, range of motion/stretching, strengthening, cardiovascular endurance, and joint check/cool down · Balance and coordination activities · Helps improve balance and posture with a variety of exercise for feet, legs, core and glutes, along with water walking […]
Come Out and Play For Family Fun Day!
Fundraiser at the Shelton Sports Center Join us on May 16 at the Shelton Sports Center for our second fundraiser that you don’t want to miss!! The event runs from 5:30pm-7:30pm and 50% of the proceeds go to the Stratford YMCA Annual Campaign! During this time, participants will have access to unlimited mini golf, the […]
Fairways For Futures
STRATFORD YMCA 20th Annual Golf Tournament Join us for the most important round of the year. At the heart of the Y is the belief in a stronger community for all. Every day, we provide food for the hungry, safe spaces for kids to learn and grow, and outreach to seniors. Thanks to the generosity […]
Triple Your Confidence
2024 Race4Chase Youth Triathlon Race4Chase is a six week youth triathlon training program aimed to provide kids ages 6-12 with a safe and non-competitive environment to discover the sport of triathlon. Under the direction of dedicated and spirited coaches and coach volunteers Race4Chase brings together kids from different athletic abilities and backgrounds. At the culmination […]
Spring Program Guide
Explore beyond your exercise routine. Uncover opportunities to engage with fresh faces, explore new interests, build new skills and a deeper sense of fulfillment. Take look at the Stratford Y 2024 Spring Program Guide. Enroll in a new program or class, learn to swim; sign your child up for summer camp or school age child care, […]
Everyone Has A Y Story
Celebrating 60 Years! The Stratford YMCA is celebrating its 60 year anniversary. We want to hear your Y Story. Did you or your family learn to swim at the Y? Were you on the swim team? Did you meet your closest friends or significant other at the Stratford Y? Tell Us Your Story! Email your […]
YMCA360 Mobile App
STAY ON TRACK WITH THE YMCA360 MOBILE APP Download our Mobile App which will allow you to: Check-in using your bar code View class schedules at your Y and other Central Connecticut Coast YMCAs Make a class reservation Watch YMCA360 on-demand programs Add classes to your personal calendar (those at the Y and those on […]
Summer Day Camp
WELCOME TO SUMMER DAY CAMP! The YMCA believes all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. At YMCA day camp kids and teens can develop skills, self-confidence, new friendships and a sense of belonging – all while having tons of fun. In order to […]
Celebrate With Us!
Birthday Party Packages at the Stratford Y At all of our birthday parties, a party host will be provided to help parents set up and clean up from the party. Parties are two hours—the first hour is in the pool, and the second hour is in our party room. You’ll provide the decorations and food, […]
Project Search Training Program
The Stratford Y, the Woodruff Family Y and the Lakewood-Trumbull Y are participating in the Project SEARCH Training Program along side The Kennedy Collective, Milford Public Schools, Stratford Public Schools and the State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services. Individuals will hold un-paid intern positions in membership, child care, wellness and facilities. While working side […]
Before and After School Care
Find Your Homework Helper! We know how important it is for a child to have an enriching place for learning and growth, both in and out of school. And we’re happy to be able to provide that place, allowing your child’s social, emotional, physical and academic journey to continue long. Are also proud to be […]
Refer Your Friends to Join the Y!
When a friend you’ve referred joins the Y, we’ll thank you by giving you a FREE membership month. There’s no limit to how many friends you refer and there’s no limit to how many FREE months you can receive. Being with friends is always more fun for you and your family. Take advantage of sharing […]
Outdoor Fitness
Located towards the front of our Y at 3045 Main Street, the outdoor fitness structure is available for members and our community who are 13+ years old. We encourage you to try it out! It has the ability to accommodate a variety of exercises with directions for use posted at the site. Have fun and […]
Child Watch
Children may stay at the Child Watch for up to two hours per day. Parents and guardians are the only adults authorized to leave a child at Child Watch and are required to remain onsite at the Y during their child’s visit. Child Watch Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:00pm-7:30pm
YMCA360 ON-DEMAND AND LIVE At the YMCA we believe that when people experience all that our Y has to offer, they will be drawn into supportive, healthier relationships with one another and their community. YMCA360 is an on-demand video platform for our Y community. YMCA360 offers 2500+ group exercise classes, youth sports training, well-being classes […]
Togetherhood
SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER Togetherhood is a nationwide program that gives Y members a way to get to know people and strengthen our community through volunteerism. The program is led by a committee of Y members that decides on projects and carries them out throughout the year. If you’re interested, please contact the Y for more […]
Y Stands For Youth
Youth in our Branch Wellness Center Our Youth Wellness Orientation Bracelet Program is designed for youth members ages 10-13 who would like to use our Wellness Center while their parent is in the room. Youth will be given FREE training with one of our Wellness Coaches to learn about each aspect of the Wellness Center. […]
Get F.I.T.
Free Introductory Training As a New Y Member, we would like you to achieve your wellness goals and get the most out of your Y investment. Please sign up for F.I.T. (Free Introductory Training) Sessions so that we can help you get started. Time to get to know each other. Your dedicated F.I.T. Coach is […]
Compete In The Fast Lane
Become a member of the BSY Torpedo Swim Team at the Stratford YMCA! Torpedoes will develop and learn the fundamentals and techniques in the 4 competitive strokes; backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke and freestyle starts, plus skills for turns, diving, teamwork, and most importantly ENJOYMENT through swimming. Swimmers are also introduced to competition through USA Swimming and YMCA […]
NAEYC Accredited Preschool Program
Find Your Potential. Find Your Y. AGES: 3-4 years At the Y, we offer a safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. The Y supports their social-emotional, cognitive and physical development. When you know your child is well cared for, you and your family have the opportunity to focus at work, plan healthy […]
Personal Training
Inspire, Motivate, Maintain If you are 14, 80 or in between, and if your goal is to lose weight; gain strength; improve balance; flexibility and agility; rehabilitate a new or old injury, or just push yourself – a Y personal trainer can help you get there. Our certified personal trainers will help develop a personalized […]
Stratford Y Swim Team
AGES: 5 – 18 years (participation depends on ability level) The Stratford YMCA offers a stimulating, enjoyable program that stresses stroke technique, endurance, sportsmanship, goal-setting, and leadership. We strive to do all this in an environment that embraces the YMCA’s philosophy of building spirit, mind, and body for all. We believe these qualities serve our swimmers […]
Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons
AGES: 3 and up One-on-one swim or two-on-one lessons with a trained swim instructor. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant. REGISTRATION: Members may register by filling out our Registration Form at the member service desk. 2024-CCC-YMCA-Private-Semi-Private-Swim-Lesson-Registration
Y Vacation Club
No School, No Worries AGES: 5-12 years Enjoy your days off from school at our Y Vacation Club! Children should bring a peanut-free lunch and appropriate clothing, including a bathing suit and towel.
Lap Swimming Etiquette
LAP SWIMMING ETIQUETTE Swimmers are encouraged to contribute to an atmosphere of cooperation and courtesy. Always enter from the shallow end. A maximum of five swimmers are permitted in each lane during lap swimming. Please swim with others of similar speed. Lifeguards will move swimmers to the appropriate lane when necessary. Always let swimmers in […]
Y Aquatic Safety Guidelines
Our lifeguards are here to ensure your safety and have the authority to restrict any behavior deemed unsafe. Y members and guests must follow all safety guidelines or may be asked to leave the pool area. State health codes require all persons to shower with warm water and soap before entering the swimming pool. Wear […]