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The Fairfield YMCA is a cornerstone in the Fairfield community. Our facility brings personal wellness programs, child care, aquatics and swim lessons, youth programs and camps and adult sports into the reach of all Fairfield community residents. Please take a few minutes to explore our facility. Tours are available during regular branch hours. Learn more about the Fairfield YMCA and how to become a member.

Hours of Operation:

Monday-Thursday: 5:30am-9:00pm

Friday: 5:30am-7:00pm

Saturday: 7:00am-6:00pm

Sunday: 8:00am-4:00pm

Address & Phone:

841 Old Post Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
P 203 255 2834
F 203 259 7744
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Become a Healer Within

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Qigong is a powerful mind-body practice that reduces stress, builds strength and flexibility and enhances our body’s innate capacity for healing. Qigong Practice Leaders are in great demand by social service agencies, community centers, schools and senior living facilities. Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be certified to lead Qigong classes by the highly respected Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC).

AGES: 18 years and up

DATES: Friday– Sunday May 23-25

TIMES: Friday 5pm-7pm
Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday 10am-4pm

FEES: $350 Members/$400 Program Participants

CONTACT: Bill Wrenn P 203 434 9882 E bill@movingharmony.com


You Can Be Whistle Worthy

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Our Y offers Red Cross Waterfront Life Guard certification courses throughout the year. The course includes CPR, AED and First Aid certifications for ages 15 years and up. Candidates must be able to swim 550 yards non-stop and tread water for three minutes. All participants must take and pass the pre-test before registering for class. We are offering a blended learning course, online and classroom. Participants must attend all classes. Two dates and times offered, choose the one that works best for you.

FEE: $275 for Y Member, $375 Program Participant

CLASS INCLUDES: A two year certification for CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and AED Training, Waterfront Lifeguard Certification

WHEN:

April 19, Pre-test at 1pm

Classroom hours: Saturday May 3, 9am-6pm and Sunday, May 4, 9am-4pm

May 10, Pre-test at 1pm

Classroom hours: Saturday May 24, 9am-6pm; and May 25, 9am-4pm


Make Your Way to a 5K

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Run, walk, swim, bike, or climb your way to a weekly 5K! Keep your body moving by completing a 5K each week. Track your movement through your watch, phone, or on your own; just don’t forget to record it on our mobile app. Utilize the Y’s treadmills, spin bikes, stair mills, recumbent bikes, or swimming pools to reach your goal. Record one workout per day to get one step closer to completing this challenge!

Joining the challenge is easy! Be sure to record your workouts to earn credit towards the goal.

  • Open our Mobile App on your device
  • Navigate to the purple My Challenges section
  • Select ‘Any Way to 5K’
  • Tap ‘Join Challenge’
  • Record your workouts (including Group Exercise and Y360 classes) all the way to 5K

WHEN: The Challenge runs from April 1– April 30


Spring Program Guide

2025 Program Guide SpringIt’s Spring! Step beyond your usual workout and discover new ways to connect, grow, and thrive. Meet new people, explore fresh interests, and build valuable skills while finding a deeper sense of fulfillment. Browse our Spring Program Guide and try something new—enroll in a class, learn to swim, sign your child up for summer camp or school-age child care, or embark on a brand-new adventure!

Spring Program Session: April 28-June 22, 2025

Member Registration Starts: April 7

Program Participant Registration Starts: April 14

 


Swim With Us In The Sound

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Open water swimming not only offers a physical challenge but also provides an opportunity to participate in a new experience. This experience can aid in personal growth, especially for those training for triathlons. Practicing swimming in open water builds strength and stamina, pushing swimmers beyond the controlled environment of a pool. As always the safety of our participants remains our top priority.

  • Swimmers must be able to swim 200 yards nonstop
  • Need to be at least 10 years of age

WHEN: July 28-August 22

DAYS: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

TIME: 8:30–10:00 AM (8:30-9:00 Dryland, 9:00-10:00 Swim)

FEES: $200 (Members Only)

WHERE: Jennings Beach 880 S Benson Rd Fairfield, CT 06824

CONTACT: Sam Mouziyk P 203 255 2834 ext. 2323 E smouziyk@cccymca.org


Stay Swim Ready

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Get ready for the fall season with us! Staying consistent in swim training will help you stay in shape and prepare for the upcoming swim season. Join our 3-week program where you’ll spend one and a half hours each session focusing on all four swimming strokes, gaining stamina and enhancing technique while keeping swimming fun for the summer!

  • For Swimmers who want to train and exercise.
  • Open to all ages
  • Participants do not need to have an extensive swimming background, but must be able to swim laps.

WHEN: July 28-August 22

DAYS: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

TIME: 5:30PM-7PM

FEES: $200 (Members)/$250 (Program Participant)

CONTACT: Sam Mouziyk smouziyk@cccymca.org


Fun In The Sun

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Beach Club is a wonderful opportunity for children to make friends and enjoy the beautiful costal area we are blessed to live in. Participants get lots of exercise and have fun in the water, sand, and sun; a perfect combination of what we all need now more then ever! There is never a dull moment as we swim, fish, clam, kayak, and paddleboard. Participants should be strong swimmers having the ability to swim 25 yards without any floatation, be comfortable in open water, as well as treading and swimming in deep water. Participants will need to bring their energy and endurance as it is a very physical program. Join us as we explore Fairfield’s five beautiful beaches and estuaries, as well as form friendships that will last a lifetime.

2025 Beach Club Registration Form

WHEN: Weekly, Monday through Friday – June 23 – August 22

TIME: 9am– 2:30 p.m

FEES: Members $250/Program Participants $370

CONTACT: Maureen Scinto

P: 203 255 2834 ext. 2318 E: mscinto@cccymca.org


Healthy Kids Day, April 26, 2025 10am-1pm

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The Fairfield YMCA is hosting their annual Healthy Kids Day® on Saturday, April 26 10am-1pm. This free, open to the public, annual event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season. Come and celebrate with us! We’ll have activities and special demonstrations including:

  • Obstacle Course
  • Zumba
  • Smoothie Station
  • Water Safety Lessons
  • Family Activities
  • An Environmental Legislator Forum
  • Vendors
  • Free Swim Lessons
  • and more!

WHEN: April 26

TIME: 10am-1pm

WHERE: Fairfield YMCA 841 Old Post Road Fairfield, CT.

 


Sweat For A Cause

Sweat For A Cause 2025SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, June 7

Together we can make a difference in the lives of others.

The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is dedicated to the health of all people in our community, especially those with chronic disease. Our programs go beyond the physical, they provide a space for social and emotional healing, creating a community of support.

Help us raise funds to support our life-changing programs: LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA, MS YOGA, Programs for People with Parkinson’s such as ROCKSTEADY BOXING; and other evidence-based/chronic disease programs. Most are offered to those who qualify, free of charge.


No School No Problem!

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No school, no worries! Come join us during Spring Break, making new friends, having fun swimming, playing and creating. Designed for students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 participants will engage in organized activities, sports, STEM, arts and crafts and fieldtrips to Lake Mohegan, Sandcastle Playground, and more, weather permitting. Please pack 2 snacks, a water bottle and lunch, plus your swim suit and towel. Register now, spaces are limited.

Registration requires a completed Afterschool Registration Packet and a current Health Assessment Record be on file.

AGES: Grades K-5

WHEN: April 14-18

TIME: 7:30am-3:30pm, Post Care: 3:30pm-6pm

FEE: Daily: $80 Y Members/$160 Program Participants/Post Care: $25 Y Members/$30 Program Participants

CONTACT: Patricia Farrelly P 203 255 2834 ext. 2315 E fairfieldpreschool@cccymca.org


Splash into Summer

half day swim schoolHalf Day Swim School

In this 5-day swim lesson program, children learn to swim and be safe in and around the water. Half Day Swim School is designed for children ages 3-10 years old, who want to learn to swim or improve their swim strokes. Children swim twice a day, enjoy a snack and have lots of fun.

SESSIONS: June – August

TIME: 9:00 am – 12:00pm or 1:00 pm -4:00pm

HOW TO REGISTER: Registration begins March 9 for Members, April 6 for Program Participants. Register online, or in person at the Y. Fairfield YMCA Half Day Swim 2025 Registration Packet

For more information contact, Amanda Goodwin or Russ Spodenko 203 255 2834 ext. 2325 agoodwin@cccymca.org / rspodenko@cccymca.org


Summer Day Camp

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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 have fun and thrive, kids of all ages need to feel both physically and emotionally safe. When you drop your child off at a camp, you can rest assured that their total well-being will be supported. Safety is always our number one priority! We keep kids healthy and safe while providing enriching experiences. As a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of youth, the Y has been a leader in providing summer camp for over 130 years. Our experienced and caring staff and volunteers model the positive core Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility that help build character.

Learn more: Fairfield Y 2025 Day Camp Brochure and Fairfield Y 2025 Day Camp Parent Handbook

Registration Forms: 2025 Fairfield YMCA Camp Badakookala and CIT Registration Packet – Fillable and 2025 Fairfield YMCA Summer Sunshine Club and Discovery Registration Packet-Fillable

If your child will require special assistance or medicine while at camp, these forms may also be required: Individual Care Plan_Medicine Authorization

Financial assistance is available for families who need it to ensure that all kids in our community can have enriching summer experiences. These forms are required to apply: Financial Assistance Forms

If your child is 14-15 years of age, they may be interested in our Counselor in Training program. In our CIT program, they will receive valuable job interviewing skills, child care training, leadership experience, team building, and problem-solving skills. To apply please fill out the application and contact the Y for an interview. CIT Application Form


SHOOT FOR THE GOAL!

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Looking for a fun program for your child to learn the basics of soccer? This Youth Soccer Program meets once a week to play games and run drills that will help to teach them the basics of the sport!

AGES: 4-6  year old’s, and 6-8 year old’s

WHEN: Tuesdays, April 29 – June 17

TIME: 3:15pm-4:oopm (4-6 year old’s), 4:15pm-5:00pm (6-8 year old’s)

FEE: Member $75, Program Participant $150

CONTACT: Sam Mouziyk  P 203 255 2834 ext: 2323 E smouziyk@cccymca.org


YMCA360 Mobile App

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YMCA360 is a wellness program benefit that gives you access to virtual classes that support a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, members can engage in app features that allows you to customize your health and wellness journey. The things you love about the Y, it’s people, places, and programs, are all on YMCA360!

STAY ON TRACK WITH THE YMCA360 MOBILE APP

Download our Mobile App which will allow you to:

  • Check-in using your bar code
  • Your Y’s Schedule is at the tip of your fingers – view class schedules at your Y and other Central Connecticut Coast YMCAs
  • Make a class reservation
  • Livestream and on-demand classes taught by YMCA instructors from around the U.S.
  • 2,800+ pieces of content supporting the mind, body, and spirit.
  • Fitness classes, sports instructions, nutrition/cooking classes, children’s book readings, and so much more!
  • Add classes to your personal calendar (those at the Y and those on Y360)
  • Register for Programs and Classes
  • Learn what’s happening at the Y. Push notifications are also available
  • PLUS set personal wellness goals
  • Get connected by joining Challenges
  • Track your wellness activities. Connect to your wellness device and other health apps. View a history of your wellness accomplishments
  • Reference Y hours and locations

Watch this little video for more!

To Download:

IOS Users CLICK HERE to download

ANDROID Users CLICK HERE to download


Support Strength Stamina

parkinsons exerciseParkinson’s Body & Mind Exercise Classes!

Classes designed to help adults of all levels maintain an active lifestyle.

Exercise benefits include:

  • Symptom Reduction
  • Stamina and Strength
  • Balance and Coordination
  • Emotional Well-Being
  • Connections and Support
  • Individually Tailored Exercises
  • Classes taught by Certified Instructors

WHEN: Tuesdays and Fridays

TIME: 12:30-1:30pm

FEE: Free for Members and Care Partners/Program Participants $96 per session.

Please call 203-255-2834 to register or for more information.


Refer Your Friends to Join the Y!

2023 Member Get A Member Men YellowWhen 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 the Y with your friends today!