NEW YEAR, NEW POSSIBILITIES AT THE YMCA OF LINCOLN January 2026 INSIDE THIS ISSUE For Your Family
Winter Session: Youth Programs Birthday Parties & Rentals Upcoming Camps at Camp Kitaki Summer Day Camp Parents Night Out Babysitting Class Upcoming Youth Sports Teen Fitness Training
For Your Wellness
WELCOME THE NEW YEAR WITH A HEALTHIER YOU! The start of a New Year brings excitement, hope, and a fresh sense of possibility. January invites us to reset, reflect, and imagine what a healthier, more balanced life could look like. However, real change doesn’t come from all-or-nothing resolutions: it grows from small, meaningful choices made consistently over time. This year, give yourself grace and focus on progress, not perfection! The YMCA is here to help you on this journey with resources, programs, and expert guidance designed to make wellness both achievable and enjoyable. Here are just a few ways we can support you:
Personalized Guidance from Our Health Coaches
Upcoming Specialized Trainings Pickleball Leagues at the Northeast Y Swim Challenge
Take the first step toward a healthier lifestyle with Health Coaching! Our certified Health Coaches will empower you to create and reach your goals by providing you with guidance and support to learn and sustain positive behavior changes. We will partner with you to discover your strengths and potential to improve your overall health and wellness! Learn more and sign up today!
Tell Me Something Good
Complimentary Wellness Appointments
Giving Tree Distribution Santa Events New Year’s Live at Camp Kitaki
Reminders
Bring a Guest Now Hiring: Part-Time Roles New Year, New Info!
With your YMCA membership, you have access to FREE health and wellness services like wellness appointments, equipment orientations, fitness assessments, and Evolt body composition scans. These sessions are tailored to your goals and are a great way to establish a clear roadmap for success. Schedule your appointment now!
Personalized Support from Our Trainers Whether you’re a fitness newcomer or looking to fine-tune your routine, our Personal Trainers are ready to guide you. Choose from 1-on-1 training, Small Group packages, or our Monthly Loyalty Plan for ongoing support. Achieving your goals has never been more feasible—or fun! Get started here! Let us be your partner in creating meaningful, lasting change this year. Together, we’ll make 2026 your strongest year—in spirit, mind, and body.
FOR YOUR FAMILY WINTER YOUTH PROGRAMS Swim Lessons, Dance, Jr. Chefs, and MORE! DANCE WINTER SESSION January 12 – March 29 Registration Deadline Jan 18 (Y Members) Jan 18 (Community Members)
WINTER SESSION January 26 – March 8 Registration Deadline Feb 1 (Y Members) Feb 1 (Community Members)
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CELEBRATE WITH US! Whether you’re looking to plan a birthday party for your child or need a space for a special gathering, we offer various facility rental options at each of our branches: party spaces, pools, gyms, climbing wall, after-hour rentals, and more.
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CAMP KITAKI Join us for our upcoming winter campouts! CABIN FEVER (Ages 7-14) | February 13 - 14 Think your kids have what it takes to solve a mystery? This Clue-themed campout is for them! Give your kids a night of memories, friends, and fun while you enjoy a quiet evening for Valentine’s Day . . . you deserve it, and so do they! MASTERPIECE ARTS WEEKEND (Ages 10-15) | February 27 - March 1 Camp meets art! This campout is perfect for children looking to explore many art mediums in a fun, nature-filled environment. Campers will have the chance to work at their own pace and explore their interests in addition to meeting with local artists!
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DON’T FORGET ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS! Registration is OPEN for Summer 2026 camps at Camp Kitaki! From a traditional camp experience to horse camps and rustic adventures, there are several options for new and experienced campers alike!
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SUMMER DAY CAMPS
YOUTH SPORTS
Registration Now Open!
Winter Registration Deadlines
YMCA Summer Day Camps offer indoor and outdoor activities, swimming, sports, arts, crafts, games, and summer adventures to give your kids a summer they'll never forget! Registration is currently open for Y Members. Community Member registration opens January 13.
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PARENTS NIGHT OUT January 23, 5:30 – 8:30pm Take the night off—you deserve it! While you catch a movie, enjoy a meal, or simply relax, your kids will be having a blast at the YMCA. Our Parents Night Out offers a safe, fun-filled evening for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, packed with supervised activities, games, and entertainment. Offered at the Cooper, Copple Family, and Fallbrook YMCAs.
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BABYSITTING CLASS January 17, 9:00am-1:00pm The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program is a community education program that covers child safety and basic care techniques for infants and children. This class is for ages 10-15 years old and is offered at the Copple Family YMCA.
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Indoor Speed & Explosive Clinic Adult Basketball League Volleyball Academy Golf Clinic (February Session) Indoor Girls Flag Football Clinic
Jan 12 Jan 13 Jan 22 Jan 23 Jan 29
Spring Early Registration Deadlines 3v3 Basketball Bowling League Cheer Clinic Cross Country Clinic Flag Football Clinic Junior Huskers Flag Football Girls Flag Football League Spring Soccer Spring Volleyball
Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2
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TEEN FITNESS TRAINING Cooper
Feb 2-25, Mon/Wed, 4:00-5:00pm Mar 9-12, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am Copple Family Feb 2-26, Tues/Thurs, 5:30-6:30pm Mar 3-26, Tues/Thurs, 5:30-6:30pm Fallbrook Feb 2-25, Mon/Wed, 6:30-7:30pm Mar 9-12, Mon-Thurs, 9:00-11:00am Northeast Feb 2-12, Mon-Wed, 4:00-5:00pm Feb 2-12, Mon-Wed, 6:00-7:00pm
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FOR YOUR WELLNESS UPCOMING SPECIALIZED TRAINING Barre Boot Camp Fridays, Jan 9-Feb 20, 10:00-10:45am Women’s Power & Performance Mondays/Wednesdays, Jan 12-Feb 25, 12:00-1:00pm Cooper Strength Training for Teens Mondays/Wednesdays, Jan 12-Feb 18, 4:30-5:30pm Strength Training for Women Thursdays, Jan 15-Feb 19, 6:30-7:30pm
Copple Family TRX TRX
Fridays, Jan 9-30, 9:15-9:45am Fridays, Feb 6-27, 9:15-9:45am
Fallbrook BOGAFit Strength Training for Women Breath Work
Northeast Barbell Rehab
Saturdays, Jan 10-Mar 28, 10:15-11:00am Mondays/Wednesdays, Feb 2-Mar 25, 9:30-10:30am Wednesdays, Jan 21-Feb 18, 12:00-12:30pm Sundays, Jan 25-Mar 1, 2:00-3:00pm
Registration is required for all specialized training.
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PICKLEBALL LEAGUES
ESCAPE TO PARADISE SWIM CHALLENGE
Starting this month!
February 1 – March 31
Join the Northeast Y January 22-February 26 for their inaugural six-week Winter Pickleball Leagues! The first five weeks will consist of regular play with a tournament in the sixth week. At the completion of weekly games, the courts will be reserved for an additional hour of open play for league participants!
Escape to a tropical state of mind by joining this year’s Escape to Paradise 30 Mile Swim Challenge! Swim to five “islands” (30 miles) and be entered to win a $100 SCHEELS Gift Card along with the chance to win a swim bag from your branch! Each swimmer will receive a t-shirt for participating. Registration opens January 12.
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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD GIVING TREE DISTRIBUTION In December, staff and volunteers from all our branches came together to share holiday cheer to over 1,400 students at Campbell, Elliott, and Pershing Elementary Schools during our annual Giving Tree gift distributions! Our heartfelt thanks to every single person who donated, spread the word, volunteered, and supported the Giving Tree. Your generosity created many smiles, happy tears, and so much joy!
SANTA EVENTS Holiday magic filled every Lincoln Y branch last month! Santa stopped by to spread cheer as families shared cookies, pancakes, hot cocoa, crafts, and special letters to the North Pole!
NEW YEAR’S LIVE YMCA Camp Kitaki rang in the New Year in unforgettable style! Campers welcomed 2026 with dancing, games, and memories that will last a lifetime!
REMINDERS Did You Know . . .
Join Our Team!
Now Hiring: Part-Time Dance & Gymnastics Instructors, plus other part-time roles! As a Lincoln Y Member, you can bring as many guests as you wish for FREE?! Each guest may use YMCA of Lincoln membership facilities, free of charge, up to three times in their lifetime before joining or paying a Day Fee. We encourage you to introduce friends, family, and colleagues to all the things you love at the YMCA!
Discover the joys of introducing youth to dance and gymnastics, helping them develop their fine motor skills, and building positive self-esteem through creative movement! We’re seeking Dance & Gymnastics Instructors for our Cooper and Copple Family YMCA locations. Learn more about these opportunities and the opportunities across all our branches by clicking below!
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New Year, New Info! Recently moved? Changed your phone number? 2026 is a new year! Make sure we have your new information! Make sure we have your updated address, phone number, email, and billing information!
MEMBERSHIP TESTIMONIAL
Smile! It’s time for a fresh photo for your account!
“The staff is always friendly, the equipment is very nice, and the area is always clean. When I’ve taken classes, the instructors are great!”
Just stop by the Front Desk at your branch to make updates!
2025 Member Survey
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