How to Help Someone Struggling in the Water
All month long, we’ve been providing tips to help you and your families stay safer around water. But what do you do if you see someone struggling?
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The Number One Water Safety Rule
Any time children are going to be near water, there are rules involved—wear sunscreen, walk/don’t run, no pushing, etc. But here at the Y, there’s one rule that outweighs all the others: Never get in the water without an adult’s permission.
The Number One Drowning Myth
Many people think they’ll hear a child or adult drowning, but unfortunately that’s not the case.
Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA Committed to Serving ALL During Autism Awareness Month
The Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA is committed to providing opportunities for ALL to grow, learn and thrive. With Autism Awareness Month taking place in April, the Y wants to share two adaptive programs available to the community.
Easter weekend schedule and sunrise service
The Y will close at 2 PM on Friday April 7th. We are open Saturday and closed Sunday.
2023 Y & Rotary Golf Tournament includes Million Dollar Hole in One Contest
The Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA and New Britain-Berlin Rotary will hold their 2023 Golf Tournament at the Timberlin Golf Course in Berlin on May 2, 2023. Proceeds from the tournament support the Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA's Annual Campaign and the community work of the New Britain-Berlin Rotary.
This year’s tournament features two hold in one contests. A lucky golfer could win a million dollars in the Million Dollar Hole in One Contest sponsored by Better Built Basements. The tournament also includes a chance to win a new car in the Hole in One Contest sponsored by Wallingford Buick.
The Meriden–New Britain–Berlin YMCA Announces Promotions
The Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA announces the promotion of Steven Markoja to Chief Operating Officer of the association and Carmen Y. Chaparro to Branch Executive Director of the Meriden YMCA.
Meriden Y announces two promotions including first woman, Latina as director
The Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA announced two promotions of key officers on Tuesday. The former branch executive director of the Meriden YMCA Steven Markoja was promoted to chief operating officer and Carmen Chaparro was promoted to Markoja’s former role as executive director — the first woman and the first Latina to fill that role.
Membership Update
DEEP Free Swim Lesson Program
The Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA has been awarded the Connecticut State Alliance of YMCA’s DEEP grant for the DEEP Free Swim Lesson program. This grant is made possible through funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and administered by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP).Those who qualify may receive free swim lessons. Please call us at (203) 235-6386 for more information.
SilverSneakers programs help seniors stay active, maintain wellness
For many, basic daily movements are mindless. The muscle one uses to put on a seatbelt, carry groceries, or push a vacuum cleaner are often actions that don't require a lot of thought when you are young.
"It seems so basic, but there are a lot of muscles involved in something as simple as reaching up and grabbing a plate out of the cupboard or bending over and emptying the dishwasher...There's a lot involved, your core, your legs, all that," said Carrie Marquardt, health and wellness director of Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA and Crossfit Meriden
However, as a person ages, they begin to lose those motor skills. So, local fitness and senior centers partnered with SilverSneakers, a fitness and wellness program for adults over 65 that focuses on daily movement as a way to maintain the skills and prevent other health issues all while socializing and having fun.
2022 Thanksgiving Meals from the YMCA
The Meriden YMCA is offering to-go holiday dinners. A traditional holiday turkey dinner will be prepared and packaged for individuals to pick up at the Y or delivered to those who are homebound.
Friday Night at the Y is back!
Friday night at the Y is back! Get your friends together and join us at the Y for some fun. Play basketball, gym games, swim and play racquetball. We also have dodgeball and basketball tournaments planned. This program is for students in grades 6-8. The program does not run during school vacations. Bring your bathing suit and towel.
Annual Shutdown and Facility Improvements
The Meriden Y at 110 West Main will be closed 8/27-9/5 for our annual shutdown and facility improvements.
NAFI Helps Provide Summer Camp Fun for Local Children at Mountain Mist
“We are extremely grateful for NAFI’s generous donation to our camp scholarship fund. When a child has a camp experience where they can make new friends, gain self-confidence by trying new things, enjoy fun outdoor activities, and learn from role models, it has a very positive impact. We want to give every child this chance and donations like this make it possible. Thank you,” said John Benigni, CEO.
