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August + Labor Day Facility Hours

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AUGUST FACILITY HOURS

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING CHANGES TO OUR FACILITY HOURS IN AUGUST

 

Great things are coming your way!

To accommodate our annual maintenance, please be advised
of the following closures and schedule changes:

THE RIDGEWOOD Y WILL BE CLOSED
ALL SUNDAYS IN AUGUST
WEEK OF SUNDAY AUG 25-SATURDAY AUG 31
(swim lessons will still run on all Sundays)

WE WILL REOPEN SUNDAY SEP 1

LABOR DAY HOURS
MONDAY SEP 2 | 7:00AM-12:00PM
NO STAY AND PLAY

SWIM LESSONS
SWIM LESSONS WILL OCCUR ON SUN AUG 25
NO LESSONS MONDAY AUG 26-MONDAY SEP 2

CLICK TO VIEW SEP 1 SCHEDULE
CLICK TO VIEW LABOR DAY SCHEDULE
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ANNOUNCEMENT: New Autism + Adaptive Program

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The Ridgewood Y is Proud to Announce our new
Autism + Adaptive Program

May 9, 2024 – The Ridgewood YMCA is proud to announce the launch of our new Autism and Adaptive Program for adults 21 years and older. Here at the Y, we are committed to our mission of serving the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our Autism and Adaptive programming builds upon this by providing a wellness-based approach that considers the needs of young adults transitioning out of the school system.

In 2023, the Ridgewood Y began hosting autism think tank sessions that brought together local parents, experts, and leaders from partner organizations to understand the community’s needs. With this valuable input, we have developed programming to support the underserved population of adults with disabilities, primarily on the autism spectrum.

The Ridgewood YMCA’s Autism + Adaptive Program offers a wellness-based approach to support individuals with diverse abilities. Currently, our program includes specialized aquatics instruction and resources to help individuals thrive, with plans to expand into fitness and enrichment activities. As we continue to grow, we aim to create an inclusive environment that supports both individuals and their families.

As a leader in community programming since 1902, the Ridgewood Y aims to empower individuals to achieve their potential and create opportunities for everyone to thrive and succeed. We invite you to learn more about our Autism and Adaptive Program below.

AQUATICS
RESOURCES
AQUATICS
RESOURCES

To inquire about arranging a social event for your group, please contact Richa Koirala [email protected]

Financial Aid

We believe the opportunity to gain personal growth from our programming should be accessible to everyone regardless of financial situation or socioeconomic status. Our Membership for All program ensures that nobody is turned away because of inability to pay.

Download our application here.

JUNE 8 | Celebrate PRIDE with CALVINOGRAPHY Dance

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SPECIAL EVENT!

Celebrate PRIDE with CALVINOGRAPHY® Dance

SATURDAY, JUNE 8
10:00-11:00AM
FREE

This choreographed dance class is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community! EVERYONE is welcome to join choreographer and dance instructor Calvin Wiley for his signature high-energy and expressive dance style.

Calvin is known for his unique and provocative style of teaching and motivating others. Calvin not only breaks new ground with his dynamic choreography, but without a doubt, he’s a pacesetter for the fitness and dance industries. Calvin has pioneered and branded his teaching style CALVINOGRAPHY®, which maintains the philosophy that beauty, art, and brilliance can be elements of fitness.

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NEW! Arthritis Foundation 8-week Aquatic Program begins June 3

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Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program 8-Week Session

MONDAYS + WEDNESDAYS | JUNE 3-JULY 26
10:30-11:30AM
FREE

The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program (AFAP) is an 8-week exercise program that helps improve the physical health of adults with arthritis. Led by an AFAP-certified instructor, participants of all swimming abilities can engage in water-based exercises designed to improve range of motion, muscle strength, and daily function as the buoyancy effect of the water helps to reduce fatigue, pain, and stiffness.

Pre-registration is required.

Sign up for this session and learn more about the Y’s Prevention + Support programming for Chronic Diseases.

For questions, please contact Lorna Deveaux [email protected]

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Youth Dance Spring Session: Registration is open!

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DANCE PROGRAM

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Spring session runs May 2-June 29

 

The Ridgewood Y Dance Program is the perfect place for children to learn how to express themselves through creative movement and dance while building self-confidence and self-esteem. 

Not only is an early introduction to the creative arts beneficial for self-expression and emotional development, but children will also improve motor skills including balance, coordination, proprioception, and flexibility, setting the stage for a lifetime of healthy physical activity.

We offer instruction for children ages 3-13. Styles include ballet, tap, and jazz. 

INFO + REGISTRATION
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CONGRATULATIONS 2024 Y TRI ATHLETES!

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE Y TRI ATHLETES!

The first annual Y TRI Indoor Triathlon is in the books! We had a fantastic time watching everyone compete and loved being able to cheer you on. Congratulations on the excellent finishes all around. First-timers and seasoned triathletes crushed it across the board, and we saw more faces smiling than wincing…mostly.

CONGRATS TO OUR WINNERS:

OVERALL WINNERS
Kyrsten Musich + Danny DelBalzo

AGE GROUP WINNERS
U19 | Ilai Alkin
20-29 | Danny DelBalzo + Annalise Jarski
30-39 | Ariel Katz
40-49 | Andrew Anderson | Kyrsten Musich
50-59 | Kiochi Iwata | Arwen Lawson
60-69 | Barry Morse

RELAY TEAM WINNERS
Team Richardson

FASTEST LEG TIMES
SWIM | Wesley Richardson + Mary Mantell
BIKE | Danny DelBalzo + Arwen Lawson
RUN | Henry Hughes + Kyrsten Musich

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS + PARTNERS:

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Now Hiring Waterfront Lifeguards for Darlington Lake

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NOW HIRING WATERFRONT LIFEGUARDS

PART-TIME SUMMER JOBS AT DARLINGTON LAKE, MAHWAH

Join our team at Darlington Lake in Mahwah as a waterfront lifeguard. No prior lifeguarding experience is required—we provide comprehensive training, including American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification with all costs covered.

Enjoy competitive pay beginning at $20/hour and flexible part-time shifts, including morning, daytime, and weekends. Candidates must be at least 16 years old, pass a background check, and commit to ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for everyone at Darlington Lake.

View full job description

Contact Meaghan Donnelly to apply: [email protected]

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Eat Clean with PCMeals Delivered Straight to the Y

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new for 2024!

We are thrilled to partner with PCMeals, a local business that has been preparing healthy, clean, and portioned meals for athletic and healthy lifestyles for over 10 years.

Members can use discount code YMCA to save almost 10% on fresh meals delivered 2x weekly to a designated refrigerator at the Y, ready to pick up for you and your family!

PCMeals offers three distinct meal plans:

POWERCLEAN PERFORMANCE MEALS | perfect balance—6 oz protein, 1 cup vegetable & 1 cup carb

PALEOCLEAN LOW CARB MEALS | lean muscle gain—8 oz protein & 2 cups vegetable

PURECLEAN PLANT BASED MEALS | vegan meals—6oz & 8oz plant protein, Power or Paleo options

All meals are portion and calorie-controlled and each meal is labeled with nutritional details (calories, protein, carbohydrates, and fat) so that you can reach and maintain your health and wellness goals.

With two menus that change weekly (“Weekly Specials” and “Classics”) you’ll have plenty of delicious and unique meal options to choose from to keep your palate happy!

How does it work?

  • PCMeals will deliver fully prepared meals to the Ridgewood YMCA and store in the PCMeals refrigerator every Monday and Thursday.
  • Place your order at PCMeals.com using discount code YMCA for your member discount. Add “delivery to YMCA” in the notes section for free delivery to the gym.
  • NOTE: minimum of 5 meals per person needed for delivery
VISIT PCMEALS.COM
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WE ARE CLOSED
EASTER WEEKEND

The Ridgewood Y will be CLOSED
Saturday April 4 + Sunday April 5.

SWIM LESSONS
SAT APRIL 4 – NORMAL SCHEDULE
SUN APRIL 5 – NO SWIM LESSONS

Thank you for your cooperation!

WEATHER NOTICE
MON FEBRUARY 23

Due to the expected inclement weather,
the Ridgewood Y will be closed
Monday, February 23.

Please check back here for updates.

Lap + Family Swim Schedule

We apologize for any inconvenience, and thank you for your cooperation!

2026 HOLIDAY HOURS

FACILITY HOURS
WED DEC 24 | 8:00AM-12:00PM
THU DEC 25 | CLOSED – MERRY CHRISTMAS!
FRI DEC 26 | 8:00AM-9:00PM
WED DEC 31 | 8:00AM-3:00PM
THU JAN 1 2026 | 8:00AM-3:00PM

STAY AND PLAY
THU DEC 25 | CLOSED
FRI DEC 26 | CLOSED
THU JAN 1 | CLOSED

SWIM LESSONS
TUE DEC 23 – THU JAN 1 | NO LESSONS
SUN DEC 28 – TUE DEC 30 | SWIM INTENSIVE WORKSHOP

CLICK BELOW TO VIEW MEMBER SCHEDULES

Group Fitness
Lap + Family Swim
Gymnasium

Happy Holidays from our Y Family to Yours!