End Summer with a Splash!
There’s still time to register for August swim lessons. Be swim-ready year-round when you enroll in lessons at the Y. Learning how to swim can boost your child’s self-confidence and self-esteem. As they become more comfortable and proficient in the water, they can feel more confident in other areas of life. Learning to swim is a lifelong skill your child can carry with them throughout life. While swimming can be fun and exciting, it’s important to stay safe. That’s why swim lessons at the Y are always a win!
![membership-swimming-02 Two children swim under blue water towards the camera smiling.](https://www.austinymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2022/10/membership-swimming-02-500x333.png)
New Group Fitness Class
Mix up your movements and start your week off right with a new class. We’re adding STRONG to the schedule on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:15am, taught by Lauren Milius. This strength-focused class incorporates dumbbells, resistance bands, and bodyweight exercises, with core work and stretching at the end.
![bodypump-group-exercise-horizontal-overview Women participate in an exercise class using barbells.](https://www.austinymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2024/06/bodypump-group-exercise-horizontal-overview-500x375.webp)
Fresh for Less Market
Tuesday, August 27th, 4:30-6:30 pm
Come shop for fresh, locally grown produce at East Communities YMCA. Farmshare Austin’s Fresh for Less Market will be onsite with a variety of nutritious and delicious fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs, as well as a few healthy pantry items.
Let’s Meet for Coffee
Have you seen the latest updates in the East Communities YMCA lobby? We’ve added new tables, chairs, benches and plants for you to comfortably socialize, co-work and connect with your community. Freshly brewed coffee is available until 12 pm.
Late-Summer Mini-Camp
Get sporty with the Y! Our classic sports mini-camp sampler is perfect for campers who want to try new skills, stay active and explore a variety of sports. Each day will focus on a different skill set and games. Campers will play a mix of basketball, flag football, soccer, volleyball, floor hockey, pickleball and more. This camp prioritizes teamwork, communication and creates a positive and inclusive environment for all participants.
Back-to-School Youth Programs
Now’s the time to start planning your fall afterschool activities! Enroll your child in gymnastics, cheer & tumbling, martial arts and more. Participating in enrichment activities develops overall physical fitness and coordination. It can build self-esteem and resilience, providing a healthy outlet for emotions. Kids can build social skills that they can carry with them into adulthood while developing a strong character with values like hard work and respect for others. Unlock your child’s potential in fall youth programs.
![gymnastics-horizontal-overview-3 A child wearing a tutu holds her hands above her head.](https://www.austinymca.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2024/02/gymnastics-horizontal-overview-3-500x333.webp)