YMCA of Lincoln | April 2026 Newsletter

TRAINING SMARTER

AT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN

April 2026

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

For Your Family Water Safety Tips

Summer Sports Camps

Healthy Kids Day

Upcoming Camp Kitaki Opportunities

Teen Night

Summer Day Camp

Upcoming Youth Sports

Teen Fitness Training

For Your Wellness

Specialized Training

Healthy Living Outreach

Women’s Wellness Weekend

Volunteers Needed: Lincoln Marathon

Tell Me Something Good

Employee Service Reception

Easter Egg Hunts

Parents Night Out

Reminders

Easter Hours

Five Days of Action

Last Dance Session Until Fall

Day Without Shoes

Member Testimonial

EGYM LAUNCHING THIS MONTH AT THE COOPER Y!

We’re excited to announce the upcoming arrival of EGYM smart strength equipment, offering a more personalized way to build strength and stay active. Designed for those new to fitness and active older adults in mind, EGYM makes strength training simple, approachable, and effective.

EGYM uses science-backed technology that adapts to each user’s progress and goals, creating a personalized experience from the very first workout. The system guides members through each movement–adjusting resistance, tracking progress, and ensuring exercises are done safely and effectively. The guided circuit delivers a full-body workout in under 30 minutes, making it a time-efficient option for those new to strength training or looking to stay strong, active, and independent.

EGYM will be available at the Cooper YMCA beginning April 15. All Lincoln Y members can access this smart fitness technology for a one-time $25 fee, which includes an EGYM wristband and onboarding session.

"At the YMCA, we’re always looking for ways to make health and wellness more accessible. EGYM removes the intimidation that can come with strength training, creating a supportive and personal experience for everyone–from those just getting started to our 55+ community."

KARLA HUDSON Associate Executive Director Cooper YMCA

FOR YOUR FAMILY

BE A WATER READY FAMILY!

As we approach summer, it’s a great time to talk about being safe around water! Parents and guardians have a critical role to play in teaching their kids water safety skills - but you don’t have to do it alone! Each year, we teach thousands of kids life-saving swimming and safety around water skills. Join us for our next session of Swim Lessons to prepare your child for a summer of fun in the water while staying safe!

UPCOMING SWIM LESSONS | April 27 – May 17

Registration: April 14 (Y Members), April 16 (Community Members)

READ OUR TOP 5 SAFETY AROUND WATER TIPS

SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS

Registration is now open for several camps such as Basketball, Cheer, Esports, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, and more!

REGISTER

HEALTHY KIDS DAY

April 11 | 10:00am-12:00pm

Fallbrook YMCA

Join us for Healthy Kids Day, the Y’s national initiative aimed to help inspire healthy habits in kids and families. Held at the Fallbrook Y (700 Penrose Drive), this FREE event features healthy activities, kid-friendly fitness demos, games, raffle drawings, and community vendors onsite.

The YMCA hopes to use the day to get more kids moving, learning, and creating healthy habits that they can continue while away from the classroom. Healthy Kids Day is a reminder to families that the Y can help ensure all children have access to what they need to reach their full potential, even during out-of-school time.

CAMP KITAKI

There’s still time to register for upcoming spring and summer camps!

Spring Adventure (Ages 7-14)

Traditional Summer Camps (Ages 7-17)

Horse Camps (Ages 10-17)

Rustic Adventure Camps (Ages 11-17)

TEEN NIGHT

April 25, 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.

SPRING OPEN HOUSES

At YMCA Camp Kitaki this May!

Join us at Camp Kitaki on May 3 and May 10 from 1:00-5:00pm for a Spring Open House! Families are welcome to explore camp at your own pace for free - no registration required! Camp staff will provide tours throught the afternoon. Highlights will include where you eat, where you sleep, activity locations, and the opportunity to ask questions.

SUMMER DAY CAMP

Spots Still Available!

YOUTH SPORTS

Summer will be here before we know it! If you are still looking for fun and safe programing for your child this summer, spots are still available for Summer Day Camp at the Cooper, Fallbrook, and Northeast branches along with Pershing and Campbell CLCs. Early Registration Deadlines

Final Registration Deadlines Middle Registration Deadlines Spring Deaf & Hard of

June 4

TEEN FITNESS TRAINING

Registration is now OPEN for several summer sessions of Teen Fitness Training across all branches. Summer sessions start in June, though we still have availability this Spring at select locations. See upcoming sessions:

Cooper

June 1-4, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am

June 1-22, Mondays, 4:30-6:30pm

Copple Family June 1-4, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am

June 8-11, Mon-Thurs, 5:00-7:00pm Fallbrook May 4-27, Mon/Wed, 6:30-7:30pm

June 1-4, Mon-Thurs, 9:30-11:30am

Northeast April 13-23, Mon-Thurs, 4:00-5:00pm April 13-23, Mon-Thurs, 4:00-5:00pm April 13-23, Mon-Thurs, 6:00-7:00pm

FOR YOUR WELLNESS

UPCOMING SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Cooper

Copple Family

Fallbrook

Northeast

Barre Boot Camp Fridays, April 17-May 29, 10:00-10:45am

Kettlebell Training Tuesdays, May 5-26, 6:45-7:30pm

Pickleball Lessons Tuesdays, May 5-19, 9:30-11:00am

TRX Tuesdays, April 7-28, 5:15-6:00am

Barre Express Thursdays, April 16-May 14, 9:15-10:00am

Intro to Pilates Thursdays, April 9-30, 6:30-7:15pm

BOGAFit Saturdays, April 11-June 27,10:15-11:00am

Pickleball Lessons Saturdays, April 11-25, 9:00-10:30am

Pickleball League (Novice) Thursdays, April 16-May 21, 9:00-11:00am

Pickleball League (Intermediate) Thursdays, April 16-May 21, 6:30-8:45pm

Registration is required for all specialized training.

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HEALTHY LIVING OUTREACH

April 21 – July 9

We’re excited to continue our collaboration with Air Park and Willard Community Centers to bring YMCA Fit for Life Strength and Stretch program to our community! The program is FREE for YMCA members, and $24 for Community Members. Join us for the new sessions beginning this month!

WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEEKEND AT CAMP KITAKI

April 17 – 19

Ladies! This spring, take some time for yourself by relaxing and recharging in a peaceful forest setting at Camp Kitaki’s Women’s Wellness Weekend! You can be adventurous or stay low-key. The weekend is yours with opportunity for social connection, relaxation, adventure, fitness, and fun!

SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY: LINCOLN MARATHON AID STATION

We will be hosting an Aid Station again this year for the Lincoln Marathon on Sunday, May 3. We’re looking for volunteers for our aid station from 5:30am to 10:20am. As a volunteer, you’ll be helping to provide water, sports drinks, and encouragement to the runners, making a huge di erence in their marathon experience!

Interested in volunteering?

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD

EMPLOYEE SERVICE RECEPTION

Last month, we were honored to recognize our staff celebrating milestone anniversaries with us, along with YMCA scholarship recipients. Congratulations to Tessa Y., Sheila B., Greta G., Tonya S., and Sara D. on their dedicated service to the Y, along with Rachel H., Ken Smith YMCA Legacy Scholarship recipient, and Adelaine T., YMCA Impact Scholarship recipient.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Once a month, the Cooper, Copple Family, and Fallbrook YMCAs host Parents Night Out - a night that gives parents the opportunity for an evening to themselves while their children are having fun at the Y! Last month, children attending Parents Night Out enjoyed a movie, games, crafts, and swimming complete with a sea theme. Click here to register your child to join us this month for another fun themed night of activities!

EASTER EGG HUNTS

Thank you to all who had a blast with us at our Easter events across our branches in March. Plenty of egg hunts, candy, crafts, swimming, games, and more were enjoyed by all who attended.

REMINDERS

Happy Easter!

As a reminder, all Lincoln Y locations will be CLOSED on Sunday, April 5 for Easter. Normal hours will resume Monday, April 6.

Five Days of Action

April 13-17

An initiative of the YMCA Champions for Child Protection, Five Days of Action is designed to raise awareness and inspire adults to take action to protect children from sexual abuse. This year’s focus is keeping kids safe in the digital space.

Day Without Shoes

April 6-19

We’re once again excited to partner with Cornhusker Bank and People’s City Mission this month for Day Without Shoes, an initiative to help raise awareness of the impact a pair of shoes can have on a person’s life. Since 2011, more than 416,000 pairs of shoes have been donated across several partnering collection sites.

Help us keep the momentum going this year! Beginning April 6 through April 19, we’re collecting new or gently used shoes to support families in need. Donations can be placed in the blue barrels at any Lincoln Y location.

Dance Mini Session

Registration is open until April 12 for our Dance Mini Session running April 6 - May 10

As a reminder, dance and gymnastics programing will take a break for the summer, returning in the fall. Don’t miss this last chance to register your child for our Spring session! This mini session is a great introduction for little dancers.

“Everyone is so friendly and the staff is customer service driven. I’ve made so many new friends at the Y. As a senior, I just love the water aerobic classes. They are easy on my joints. I get a lot of cardio without exhausting myself.”

Member, Northeast YMCA 2025 Member Survey