SPECIAL EVENTS

dig into your passion, or explore something new

Events may take place at the Ridgewood Y or off-site. Participation is open to all members and non-members unless otherwise noted, however, Ridgewood Y members receive free or discounted registration, depending on the event. 

May 2026

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, May 15
9:00AM-2:00PM
FREE

The Ridgewood YMCA is proud to partner with the American Red Cross to host vital blood drives throughout the year. The need for blood is constant and critical, and we remain committed to providing a safe and welcoming space for donors to make a life-saving impact.

Although major disruptions like those seen in recent years have eased, the demand for blood continues to outpace supply. Seasonal challenges, emergencies, and medical treatments all contribute to ongoing shortages, making regular donations more important than ever.

Every blood donation matters. A single donation can save up to three lives, offering hope and healing to patients in need. Together, we can help ensure hospitals and communities have the resources they depend on every day.

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FINAL OPEN HOUSE!

Summer Camp Open House at YMCA Camp Bernie

Sunday, May 17
2:00-4:00PM
327 Turkey Top Road, Port Murray, NJ

Join us at Camp Bernie for our house event, where future campers and their families can experience a taste of overnight camp life. Take a hike through our nature trails, watch your kids try out archery, and cheer them on as they conquer the bouldering wall. You’ll meet our enthusiastic staff, ready to answer any questions and share all the ways our camp helps kids grow, explore, and make lasting memories. Start planning now to make this summer one your family will never forget!

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SPECIAL EVENT!

Ridgewood YMCA Parkinson's Walk

Sunday, May 17
Saddle River County Park, Ridgewood

The Ridgewood YMCA Parkinson’s Walk is more than just a walk—it’s a gathering of community to connect, learn, fundraise, and celebrate.

Participate in the 1.1-mile walk that loops Bergen County Wild Duck Pond, enjoy specialized programming from local Parkinson’s groups and advocates, and connect with industry representatives, community partners, and Parkinson’s experts to learn about valuable resources for individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease.

The Ridgewood YMCA Parkinson’s Walk would not be successful without the support of our amazing community sponsors, partners, and fundraisers! With your support, we can move the needle for the Parkinson’s Community. 100% of the funds raised will support the Ridgewood YMCA’s Parkinson’s programming.

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SPECIAL EVENT!

Memorial Day Family Camp

Friday-Monday, May 22-25
327 Turkey Top Road, Port Murray, NJ

Kick off summer with a weekend in the great outdoors at Memorial Day Family Camp at Camp Bernie. Budding trees, blooming wildflowers, and scenic trails, offer the perfect setting to reconnect with nature and with each other. With fun themes, engaging activities, and peaceful surroundings, this weekend is designed for families to relax, recharge, and enjoy the best of traditional camp life together.

Memorial Day Family Camp is more than a weekend away—it’s a chance to unplug from the everyday routine and spend quality time outdoors with those who matter most. From exciting adventures to quiet moments, there’s something for everyone.

Each Memorial Day Family Camp features a special theme, with games, events, and activities that bring extra excitement and creativity to the weekend. Whether you’re joining a friendly team challenge or dressing up for a themed event, there’s always something unexpected and fun around the corner. 

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June 2026

FINAL ONE UNTIL FALL!

Youth Programming Open House

Wednesday, June 3
5:00-7:00PM
FREE

Curious to find out more about all of our youth programming? From summer camps and youth sports to preschool and more, the Ridgewood Y offers a variety of opportunities for children to learn, grow, and have fun. Join us at one of our Open House events to tour our facility, meet our program directors, and discover how our programs can inspire your child’s confidence, creativity, and love of learning. See firsthand everything the Ridgewood Y has to offer your family!

Contact Tyra Douglas at [email protected] with any questions.

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Mahjong Night with The Tile Teacher

Wednesday, June 10
6:30-8:30PM
Members $50 | Non-members $50
BYOB

Step into one of the most buzzed-about game nights in the Bergen County area led by Sara Huisking—better known as The Tile Teacher, the go-to name in the NY/NJ mahjong scene. From packed tables across Bergen County to sought-after events throughout the region, Sara has built a loyal following for her fun, approachable style that gets everyone hooked.

Whether you’re brand new or jumping back in, enjoy beginner-friendly lessons and lively open play in a relaxed, social atmosphere. We’ll have boards and tiles ready—just BYOB and settle in for a fun night out that feels like your new favorite local tradition.

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School Vacation Camp

Thursday, June 25 + Friday, June 26
8:00AM-6:00PM
Members $70 | Non-members $90
Ages 3-12

When school is out, the Y is in! The Ridgewood Y’s School Vacation Camp provides a fun, reliable, and affordable childcare option when schools are on break. With days full of crafts, games, swimming, and themed activities, children are treated to a little taste of summer camp fun—leaving you to focus on the day ahead knowing the kids are in good hands.

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Pop-Up Paint Club

Saturday, June 27
10:00AM-12:00PM
Members $25 | Non-members $35
Family friendly—Ages 7+

Get creative and explore the world of painting in our Pop-Up Paint Club! Participants will create their own canvas masterpiece while learning the basics of color mixing, composition, and brush techniques in a relaxed and guided session.

No experience is necessary—our instructor will guide artists step by step from start to finish. Each participant will leave with a completed work of art and the confidence to keep creating!

Family friendly! Ages 7+

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Summer Camp Open House at YMCA Camp Bernie

Sunday, April 12
2:00-4:00PM
327 Turkey Top Road, Port Murray, NJ

Join us at Camp Bernie for our house event, where future campers and their families can experience a taste of overnight camp life. Take a hike through our nature trails, watch your kids try out archery, and cheer them on as they conquer the bouldering wall. You’ll meet our enthusiastic staff, ready to answer any questions and share all the ways our camp helps kids grow, explore, and make lasting memories. Start planning now to make this summer one your family will never forget!

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Breakers Swim Team Long-Course Season Tryouts

Sunday, April 12
Ages 5-17

The Ridgewood Y Breakers embraces the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility by promoting a healthy, active lifestyle for young swimmers and teaching the benefits of a team sport. 

Our trained coaching staff focuses on athletic development and aims to improve swimmers’ competitive skills and endurance through progression and an appropriate level of competition. It is designed to motivate and challenge swimmers to reach individual goals while still enjoying the benefits of a team sport.


The Breakers program goals:

  • Introduce and develop the mental and physical aspects of athletic competition

  • Advance and maximize swimming abilities

  • Cultivate self-confidence

  • Teach respect for others

  • Foster team spirit and support

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School Vacation Camp

Friday, May 23
8:00AM-6:00PM
Members $70 | Non-members $90
Ages 3-12

When school is out, the Y is in! The Ridgewood Y’s School Vacation Camp provides a fun, reliable, and affordable childcare option when schools are on break. With days full of crafts, games, swimming, and themed activities, children are treated to a little taste of summer camp fun—leaving you to focus on the day ahead knowing the kids are in good hands.

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Parents Night Out: Beach Bash

Friday, May 2
6:30-9:30PM
Members $20 | Non-members $35
Ages 3-12

Take some time away while the kids play! For over 13 years, the Ridgewood Y’s Parents Night Out program has offered an affordable and trustworthy option so caregivers can spend an evening out while knowing their kids are in good hands—and having a good time! While the adults get some quality time out on the town, children are having a blast under the watchful eye of our trained staff participating in themed evenings that include movies, crafts, games, and more. Now the whole family can have a night out to remember!

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Caretakers Support Group for Neurodegenerative Diseases

Monday, May 5
6:00-8:00PM
FREE
Topic: Moving out of Resistance and Suffering

Our Caretaker Support Group is meant to provide a welcoming and safe environment for caretakers of individuals with neurodegenerative diseases to share experiences and feelings. Participants may also learn coping skills, stress management methods, and self-care techniques so that they can continue to provide crucial, quality care for those in need.

Caretaker Support Group meets on the first Monday of each month, and is open to members and non-members.

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Youth Programming Open House

Saturday, January 24
10:00AM-12:00PM
FREE

Curious to find out more about all of our youth programming? From summer camps and youth sports to preschool and more, the Ridgewood Y offers a variety of opportunities for children to learn, grow, and have fun. Join us at one of our Open House events to tour our facility, meet our program directors, and discover how our programs can inspire your child’s confidence, creativity, and love of learning. See firsthand everything the Ridgewood Y has to offer your family!

Contact Tyra Douglas at [email protected] with any questions.

Additional 2026 dates:
Friday, February 20 | 5:00-7:00PM
Saturday, March 14 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Sunday, April 12 | 1:00-2:30PM
Saturday, May 9 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Wednesday, June 3 | 5:00-7:00PM

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BODY SCULPT
Shape and define lean muscles through targeted exercises that blend dumbells, resistance bands, and bodyweight movements. This energizing workout focuses on sculpting and toning, helping you build strength and flexibility. Every session is designed to leave you feeling strong, balanced, and revitalized, creating lean, graceful muscle definition from head to toe.

CIRCUITS
Boost strength, endurance, and agility with this high-energy, full-body circuit workout! Rotate through timed stations featuring strength reps, cardio bursts, and functional movements to keep your heart rate up and muscles engaged. With minimal rest between exercises, you’ll build power and push your limits.

CORE + MORE
Build strength and sculpt your upper body with targeted exercises designed to tone your core, chest, shoulders, back, biceps, and triceps. From various core exercises to weighted upper body exercises, this class delivers a dynamic workout that builds muscle, boosts posture, and leaves you feeling powerful.

HIIT SQUAD
Experience High-Intensity Interval Training taken to the next level. These dynamic classes combine functional and athletic movements using the TRX, treadmill, bikes, kettlebells, and more. Get ready for an intense, full-body workout that builds strength, endurance, and agility.

METCON
Challenge yourself with CrossFit-style circuits that combine strength, conditioning, and plyometric exercises. These workouts engage all three metabolic systems to enhance muscular power, strength, and endurance. Each month, you’ll repeat the same workout, allowing you to track your progress and compete against your own time and reps! Each class ends with mobility work and stretching.

RETROFIT
Step back in time with this high-energy class set to hits of the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s! This class combines functional training, core work, and athletic, step-based cardio intervals for a head-to-toe workout that builds endurance, power, and stamina. Get ready for the best of today’s evidence-based training principles blended with the nostalgia and energy of years past. Expect a music-driven workout that keeps you moving, sweating, and strong from start to finish!

SMALL GROUP FUNCTIONAL TRAINING
Improve your strength, stability, and mobility through functional movements designed to enhance everyday performance. A small class size ensures you receive 1-on-1 guidance to ensure proper form and maximum results. Push your limits, prevent injury, and build a stronger, more capable body in this challenging yet supportive environment.

STRENGTH TRAINING
Get ready to build strength from head to toe in this full-body workout using barbells and dumbbells. Move to the beat of energizing music as you challenge your muscles, break a sweat, and push your limits. This class is designed to keep you motivated while improving strength, endurance, and overall fitness.

SWEAT + STRETCH
Get the best of both worlds in this cardio-forward, full-body workout! Spend 30 minutes moving through energizing, heart-pumping exercises designed to build strength and endurance using total-body movements. Then, transition into 15 minutes of guided full-body stretching to restore mobility, release tension, and leave you feeling balanced, strong, and recharged.

TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING
This high-energy class provides an invigorating full-body challenge, with intensity tailored by the instructor. You’ll engage in dynamic high-rep strength exercises using a variety of equipment—dumbells, stability balls, steps, disks, and resistance bands—to build muscle, enhance balance, and boost endurance. No two sessions are the same, keeping your workouts fresh, engaging, and effective.

WEEKEND RE-BOOT
Kickstart your weekend with this all-levels bootcamp-style class that blends strength and cardio for a full-body reset. Using a mix of dumbbells, resistance bands, and bodyweight moves, you’ll sweat, recharge, and leave feeling strong and energized.

WOMEN’S BARBELL CLUB
Develop the strength and technique you need to approach the bar with confidence! Led by experienced female lifters, this class will focus on basic power and Olympic lifts as well as accessory exercises to build strength and power.
Woman-identifying and gender expansive individuals welcome.

HEAVY BAG
A high-intensity workout centered on striking a heavy bag, this class blends dynamic boxing moves to boost upper body strength, sharpen technique, and supercharge endurance. With punch combinations, body movements, and proper form guided by an instructor, it delivers a full-body challenge perfect for beginners and seasoned boxers alike, all while torching calories and channeling the spirit of a boxer in training.

KICKBOXING
An upbeat, full-body workout set to music, combining powerful punches and kicks with dynamic conditioning. Build strength, boost energy, and leave feeling empowered.

MIXED MARTIAL ARTS FOR SELF DEFENSE
Mixed Martial Arts for Self-Defense incorporates techniques from boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, grappling, and karate with the goal of producing skillful, accomplished, and well-rounded students proficient in the art of self-defense.
All new students must be at least 18 years old, sign a liability waiver, and purchase a white karate gi online (with a white belt) prior to beginning any class.

TAI CHI
Experience the calming power of Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art that nurtures body, mind, and spirit. This “meditation in motion” focuses on gentle, flowing movements that relieve stress, promote relaxation, and enhance balance and coordination. Suitable for all levels, Tai Chi encourages mindfulness and inner peace while building strength, flexibility, and mental clarity, offering profound health benefits for overall well-being.

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS
Tai Chi for Arthritis is an ideal, low-impact exercise for those looking to support joint health and improve strength, flexibility, and balance. Designed with controlled, slow movements and focused breathing, this class is especially beneficial for those with arthritis or other joint concerns. Tai Chi can aid in chronic pain management, enhance mobility, and promote relaxation, providing both physical and mental well-being.

CYCLE
Prepare for a high-energy workout in our cycling studio! This fast-paced ride lets you climb steep hills, sprint on straightaways, and power through challenging intervals—all set to motivating, heart-pumping music. Transform your fitness and push your limits in every session!

DYNAMIC YOGA
Dynamic yoga focuses on flowing movements and breathwork. It is a more vigorous style of yoga than traditional Hatha yoga, and it can be a great way to improve your cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility.

GENTLE YOGA
This form of Hatha yoga practice involves breath, body, and mind, with poses not as strenuous as in a traditional yoga class.

GENTLE FLOW + RESTORE
A gentle, calming yoga practice that begins with slow, easy movements to warm the body, followed by longer-held restorative and yin-inspired poses to release tension, improve joint mobility, and calm the mind. Suitable for all levels.

HATHA YOGA
Hatha yoga is a traditional style of yoga that focuses on aligning the body, breath, and mind through deliberate movement and controlled breathing. This practice incorporates a series of postures, or asanas, held for extended moments to build strength, flexibility, and balance while promoting relaxation and mindfulness. Experience the transformative power of moving meditation.

HATHA FOR HEALTHY BONES
This practice combines traditional Hatha yoga postures with an emphasis on weight-bearing postures to promote bone density, improve balance, and increase flexibility. Suitable for all levels, this class is ideal for those looking to support long-term bone health while enjoying a balanced, focused, and restorative yoga experience.

IYENGAR YOGA
Iyengar yoga offers a structured and precise approach to building strength, flexibility, and inner calm. The class begins with foundational postures—standing, sitting, and lying down—and gradually introduces inversions, deeper backbends, and breathing techniques as the practice develops. Emphasizing proper alignment and posture, the Iyengar method utilizes props like blocks, straps, and bolsters to support practitioners of all levels, ensuring each pose is accessible and safely executed. This methodical approach encourages focused awareness, helping students cultivate both physical discipline and mental clarity, resulting in a balanced, mindful, and transformative experience.

MEDITATION + RESTORATIVE YOGA
This is our gentlest yoga class. Designed for those who wish to find healing, recovery physically and emotionally, and to learn to release chronic tension and stress. 

YOGA
This class will guide you through foundational poses, gentle stretches, and mindful breathing techniques to cultivate flexibility, strength, and balance. Whether you are new to yoga or have an established practice, each sequence is structured to allow you to move with intention, adapting to your own pace and ability.

YOGALATES
Yogalates combines the balance, stamina, strength, flexibility, and awareness of yoga with Pilates techniques to improve posture, core strength, and stability.

BALLS + BANDS
Balls + Bands is a dynamic 45-minute class designed to sculpt, strengthen, and stretch your entire body. Using resistance bands and stability balls, this class enhances core stability, improves flexibility, and tones muscles with controlled, low-impact movements. Expect a mix of balance challenges, deep muscle engagement, and fluid sequences that leave you feeling strong, centered, and energized.

MAT PILATES
Mat Pilates is a core-centered exercise method designed to build strength, flexibility, and body awareness through a series of controlled movements. This form of Pilates focuses on engaging deep stabilizing muscles, especially in the core, while also incorporating the arms, legs, and back for a full-body workout. Rooted in the original exercises created by Joseph Pilates, it is performed on a mat without specialized equipment, making it accessible yet highly effective for developing stability, improving posture, and enhancing balance and coordination.

PILATES POWER CLUB
Pilates Power Club is a dynamic mat Pilates class blending classic pilates principles with modern strengthening movements. This full-body workout emphasizes deep core strength, layering traditional mat work with contemporary flows, light dumbbells, and lots of energy. Expect intentional sequencing, strong transitions, and options that challenge stability and strength and improve posture, while staying true to Pilates form. Set to music that will make the time fly, you’ll leave feeling longer, stronger, and deeply connected to your body.

PILATES REMIX
Pilates Remix is a fresh take on traditional mat Pilates, blending classic, bodyweight-focused, high-repetition training with the strategic use of props such as bands, balls, rings, and dumbbells. In this 60-minute class, you’ll build deep core strength, improve control and alignment, and move with intention from start to finish.

YOGALATES
Yogalates combines the balance, stamina, strength, flexibility, and awareness of yoga with Pilates techniques to improve posture, core strength, and stability.

BARRE
Barre combines the grace and precision of classical dance with strength-building moves inspired by yoga and Pilates. In addition to the barre, the class incorporates resistance bands, gliding discs, and exercise balls to add variety, challenge, and support for each movement. This dynamic mix of equipment helps enhance flexibility, balance, and core strength, creating a full-body workout that tones muscles and improves posture.

SOULBODY BARRE
Experience the power of Soul Body’s signature method and flow that is smart, functional, and more athletic, yet mindful in its approach. Shape, tone, and strengthen the body in this results-driven program brings that “boutique barre experience” to group fitness.

STRETCH
Improve flexibility, relieve tension, and leave feeling both relaxed and revitalized. Through a series of gentle yet effective stretching exercises, you’ll increase your range of motion, enhance circulation, and release stress held in the body. Perfect for all fitness levels, this class offers a blend of relaxing stretches and invigorating movements that help you reset and recharge. Join us to restore balance, boost flexibility, and leave feeling refreshed from head to toe.

LABLAST® FITNESS
LaBlast® Fitness is a fun, partner-free dance workout created by world-renowned dancer Louis van Amstel, known for his work on Dancing with the Stars. Suitable for all levels, LaBlast® guides you through a variety of ballroom dance styles set to popular music from pop and rock to hip-hop and country. With options for adding plyometric moves, weights, or keeping it low-impact, LaBlast® lets you choose your intensity while toning your body, improving rhythm, and enjoying a fantastic workout. As Louis says, “If you can clap it, you can dance it!”

ZUMBA®
Zumba® is a high-energy, dance-fitness party designed for everybody and every body! This class combines low and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning workout set to Latin and World rhythms, making exercise feel like a celebration. You’ll enjoy a total-body workout that includes cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility—leaving you energized, uplifted, and ready for more!

UZIMA: Dance & Strength
UZIMA (Swahili for “full of life”) is an all-levels, inclusive dance cardio and strength class created by professionally trained dancer and performer, Althea Hylton. UZIMA is a high-energy, total-body workout that blends dance, strength, and balance. This engaging and eclectic class features fun aerobic and total body movement, leaving you energized, strong, and full of life.

AQUA EX
Aqua exercise combines shallow and deep-water movements to provide a full-body workout with minimal impact on the joints. Using the natural resistance of water alongside specialized equipment like foam dumbbells and pool noodles, each session targets core stability, muscle strength, and coordination. Ideal for all fitness levels, Aqua exercise offers a challenging yet gentle way to build strength, boost stamina, and increase mobility in a supportive, low-impact environment.

AQUA ZUMBA®
Enjoy Zumba® on land? Try your favorite dance workout in the water for a great low-impact workout!

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

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Group Fitness
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Happy Holidays from our Y Family to Yours!