No School No Problem
Y Vacation Club Even though school is closed December 26-29, the Woodruff Family YMCA is here for your child care needs. So drop your child off with our experienced staff for a fun-filled day of group games, outdoor play, activities, arts & crafts, snack, swimming and more! Please bring a nut-free lunch, a bag snack, […]
Winter 1 Program Guide
Please browse our Winter 1 Program Guide Now’s the time to reflect and think about your well-being. How can the Y support you and your family in 2024? The start of the new year is a great time to try something new, start a new routine, meet new people. Ready to refocus or tweak a […]
What’s Your Reason To Give?
There are so many reasons to give this holiday season. What’s yours? Every day at the Y we are inspired by the child learning to swim, the woman running her first mile, the baby taking his first steps, and the senior staying active and social…well into her 90’s. We are heartened by the purpose and […]
Cookies With Claus
Enjoy a wonderful Holiday story read by Mrs. Claus and decorate yummy cookies made by the best baker in the North Pole! WHEN: Saturday December 9 TIME: 2:00pm-4:00pm Registration is Required FEE: Facility Members-$10/Program Participants-$15
Holiday Drop & Shop
DROP YOUR KIDDOS AT THE Y AND GET YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING DONE! Snacks will be provided. (Children may bring their own nut-free snack). Program includes arts & crafts, free play, games and more! Pre Registration is required. WHEN: Saturday December 16 12:00pm-4:00pm, Sunday December 17 12:00pm-4:00pm, Friday December 22 4:00pm -8:00pm AGES: 3-12 FEE: Facility […]
2024 DAY CAMP REGISTRATION
YMCA Summer Day Camp is an experience like none other. Kids come away with new skills, confidence and friendships that broaden their perspectives and strengthen their character. NEW! DAY CAMP EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION January 15-20, 2024. To qualify for this CCCY member benefit you must be an active, continuous member as of September 1, 2023. […]
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 […]
Fall 2 – Program Guide
Fall Into Fun! Fall into fun, fitness and fantastic programs at the YMCA! We’re offering returning class favorites, as well as, new offerings for adults and youth. You can view our Fall 2 Program Guide with class descriptions, days/times and fees. There are many activities and programs to explore. Please take a look! Fall 2 […]
Suit Up For a Holiday Swim
Let’s Keep Swimming Need something to do over the holiday break? Why not keep the kids swimming and strengthening their skills. During the holiday break, we will be running a 4 day swim clinic. There will be a morning session and an afternoon session; 30 minute lessons each day. For more information please contact member […]
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 before and after school. Are also […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Fun With Friends
Y Leaders Club Calling all Milford and Valley teenagers! Virtual Meetings on Wednesdays at 6:150pm on Zoom. Leaders Club provides high school students with extensive leadership training, offering opportunities for service to the YMCA and the community. Leaders Club also serves as a recruiting program for future Y professionals! We are here to develop leaders, […]
Reservations
Woodruff Family YMCA How to Schedule an Appointment to Reserve Your Space 1. At this time, all Central Connecticut Coast YMCA Members (Full Facility and Active Older Adults) are able to schedule an appointment and reserve a space in a Group Exercise Class or for a Lap Swim. If you have a question, please call […]
Balance & Flex Together
So You Can Balance the Important Things. BALANCE & FLEX TOGETHER will grow you longer and stronger with an invigorating 60-minute mind-body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training for balance, mobility, flexibility and the core. Emotive music drives the experience as you breathe and sweat through this full-body fitness journey. Getting […]
Strength Train Together
So You Can Be Strong for Them! STRENGTH TRAIN TOGETHER maximizes your workout results within 60 minutes of impactful strength training. You’ll get stronger while improving movement when you combine traditional strength training with functional exercises using an adjustable barbell, weights and body weight. Getting Started Details Try Strength Train Together! Class days and times are […]
Active Together
So you can explore life to the fullest! ACTIVE TOGETHER is an innovative 60-minute workout that improves cardiovascular fitness, builds total body strength and enhances movement health for daily life. Inspiring music and supportive coaching will insure you succeed with simple, athletic exercises that use dumbbells, bodyweight and The STEP®. Getting Started Details Try Active […]
Doing Our Part Together
Togetherhood At the Y, we’re dedicated to strengthening the community by giving back and supporting our neighbors. That’s why we invite you to participate in Togetherhood™, a program that gives Y members the opportunity to select, plan and lead meaningful community service projects that benefit people and organizations right here in our neighborhood! Togetherhood™ invites […]
Supporting Wellness Together
Reach your wellness goals with us! Weight Loss Program This program is designed to help those seeking a healthier weight to achieve their goals by making small, modest changes to their daily behaviors and form sustainable, healthy habits. Participants will build skills for a successful lifestyle change. Program Overview: 12 weeks / 1 session per […]
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 […]
FIZZ, BUBBLE, GOO (AGES 5-12)
Have you ever wondered what happens when you put Mentos in a bottle of Diet Coke? Come create cool science experiments with everyday materials that will explode, ooze and goo. Not only will the child perform wacky science experiments, they will learn the basics of the scientific method. Tuesdays 4:00-4:45pm (AGES 8-12) Wednesday 4:00-4:45 (AGES […]
Adapted Aquatics – Special Needs Swimming Lessons
Student to instructor ratio is 1:1 This program is open to all individuals with cognitive and/ or physical disabilities and is designed to provide a positive recreational and educational experience for participants. Existing YMCA Swim Lesson Programs will be adapted to meet individual needs. This program is for all levels of swimmers. An adult may […]
Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons
AGES: 3 and up One-on-one swim lessons with a trained swim instructor are available for Y Family Facility Members. Each 30-minute session is scheduled between the instructor and the participant. REGISTRATION: 2023-CCC-YMCA-Private-Semi-Private-Swim-Lesson-Registration-Form
Aquatic Physical Therapy
Our Aquatic Center is host to local Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy groups who use our facility several days a week. Contact the Aquatics Department for more information P 203 878 6501
Preschool – Early Learning
Find Your Potential. Find Your Y. 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 meals, enjoy family […]
Inclusive After School for High School
The focus of the program is to give youth an opportunity to grow socially, reinforce healthy living skills with sports, swimming, fitness, recreation opportunities, job skills training and shadowing. The program runs between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Participants will also have time for homework. Activities are subject to change based on the abilities and […]
Inclusive After School Program
Most of our after school programs are inclusive based. To best prepare your child for the program, please contact our Child Care at P 203 878 6501 ext. 3115 to arrange a meeting.
Y Vacation Club
No School, No Worries AGES: Pre-K – School Age Enjoy your days off from school at our Y Vacation Club! New this year, we are offering Y Vacation Club to preschoolers, too! FEE: Members $50 per day / Program Participant $75 per day
Child Watch
AGES: 6 weeks – 11 years A safe and fun YMCA staff supervised area where parents with an Adult, Single Parent or Family Membership can leave their children to play and enjoy activities while they participate in programs on-site. WHEN & TIME: Are shared on our Schedules page FEE: Free with Family Membership
Youth & Government
AGES: High School Students Delegations are held at Foran High School, Lauralton Hall and the Woodruff Family YMCA. Participants take on government roles and participate in writing, debating, lobbying and passing laws. The program concludes with the annual state conference in Hartford. (Delegations and participants will be required to pay for their own trip). Contact the […]
Youth Commission/Leaders Club
A joint venture between the YMCA and the Milford Mayor’s Office. Teens participate in leadership and community activities. The Commission begins September 17. Day & Time: Tuesday 6:30-7:30PM Cost: Free to the youth in the community
Inclusion Peer Mentors
Ages: 8 and older Peer mentors are available for program participants ages 8 and older for our programs. Please contact the Youth Director to arrange for a Mentor.
Family Time Themed Events
Enjoy family time at the Y! Every month look for our themed evening events that offer Families time to play together, get together and live healthily. A light meal will be served. Pre-registration required. FEE: Free for Family Facility members
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 […]