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Events may take place at the Ridgewood Y or off-site.
Participation is open to all members and non-members, however, Ridgewood Y members receive free
or discounted registration, depending on the event.
JULY 2024
Speed and Agility Rust-Buster Mini Camp for Teens
Wednesdays | July 31-August 21
4:00-5:30PM
Members $100 | Non-memberd $125
Calling all Fall athletes! Time to shake off the rust so you can enter preseason ready to train!
This mini-camp prepares middle and high school-aged athletes of all levels for their respective fall sports after a summer off in a low-pressure, yet challenging environment and without the added stress of performing in front of coaches. The camp is led by experienced speed and agility coaches with backgrounds in high-level athletics as both athletes and coaches.
Programming will consist of speed, plyometric, and agility drills using ladders, cones, hurdles, and sleds to retrain basic athletic movement and recondition fast twitch muscles. By reintroducing a consistent, yet easy-to-maintain schedule for the summer, athletes can reacclimate to having a training regimen. Athletes will complete the camp feeling warmed up and confident to begin preseason training.
AUGUST 2024
Caretaker Support Group for Neurodegenerative Diseases
Monday, August 5
6:00-8:00PM
FREE
This event occurs on the first Monday of each month
Topic: In-Home Caregiver Education and Support Program
presented by Anika Davis, Division Director of Bergen County Department of Human Services
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.
A RIDGEWOOD Y SUMMER FAVORITE!
Vinyasa + Vino with Melissa Dos Santos
Wednesday, August 14
6:00-7:00PM
FREE
Try a different kind of happy hour! Join us for an all-level outdoor vinyasa yoga session with instructor Melissa Dos Santos. Unwind and enjoy a summer evening as you flow through poses and end with a chat, snacks, and a glass of wine.
Immunization Seminar and Vaccine Clinic
Thursday, August 22
11:30AM-12:30PM
FREE
Learn about the importance of immunizations and hear the most up-to-date information regarding COVID, Influenza, RSV, and more. Participants can also opt receive vaccines for these viruses before the winter arrives.
SEPTEMBER 2024
Mindful Meditation Workshop (6-week series)
Tuesdays | September 24-October 29
6:00-7:00PM
FREE
Practice paying close attention to your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and actions with kindness and without judgment. It can effectively enhance your understanding of how thoughts and actions create stress and impact your quality of life. Over time, you will develop your innate capacity to live with more clarity, openness, and joy.
During this 6-week series, mindfulness coach Joe Schmidt will teach you techniques and guide you through meditations while helping you to implement these powerful practices into your thoughts and lives.