Registrations are now open for the 11th annual Pittsfield Family YMCA Sprint Triathlon, sponsored by Berkshire Bank! This swim, bike and run race is for the novice or elite tri-athlete – we’ll even help you find a team on which to compete. This fundraiser benefits the Y’s Annual Support Campaign which provides financial scholarships for memberships, childcare, summer camps, sports and more. Continue reading
Register now for the 4th Annual Kids Triathlon, sponsored by Berkshire Bank, on Friday, Aug. 23. Boys and girls ages 7-14 years old will participate in this spirited competition alongside the picturesque Onota Lake at Burbank Park. Continue reading
Registrations are now open for the Pre-Course Swim Test to the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Class with Waterfront Module. Participants will learn lifeguarding skills with the waterfront module, how to perform CPR on an adult, child and infant, how to use an AED, and necessary first-aid skills. Continue reading
Registrations are open for our next round of swim lessons for all boys and girls, 6 months to 12 years old, from May 14-June 29. Our swim lessons help your child grow comfortable in the water, learn water safety skills, and gain strength and coordination in a positive learning environment. Continue reading
Registrations are now open for the Pittsfield Family YMCA’s Polar Bears Swim Team. Through spirited competition, participants will learn how to reach their potential in this water sport for children ages 6-18 years old. Practices and competitions focus on skills development, teamwork and confidence building. Continue reading
Our camps develop the necessary building blocks for youth development by providing a safe, creative learning environment for young people to feel empowered, build self-esteem, explore personal interests, develop interpersonal skills and make lasting friendships and memories. Continue reading
When you make a donation to the Pittsfield Family YMCA’s Annual Support Campaign, you help provide financial assistance for families and youths who need the Y, but who also need help with the fees. This support ultimately strengthens our community through healthy and productive activities for all. Please consider a donation today. For more information, … Continue reading
Gymnastics teaches team building skills in a positive learning environment, giving each athlete a sense of belonging, strengthening their social and communication skills. Our July programming is now open for registrations! Continue reading
This class uses traditional martial arts etiquette while developing strength, balance, flexibility, and self-defense skills in a fun, supportive environment that emphasizes character development, self confidence and self-discipline. Continue reading
Celebrate your special occasion at the Y with one of our three party plans: gymnastics, swim or basketball court. Bring friends together and enjoy each others’ company in our positive, supportive environment. Continue reading
Registrations are now open for a NEW 4-week session of Ballet I & II! Ballet for 5-12 year olds will focus on less traditional barre work and more independent movement. Balance, hopping, skipping, jumping, basic locomotor movements, basic foot and arm positions as well as ballet etiquette. Students will learn ballet terminology, names of composers and the stories from famous ballets.
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Prepare for the Y’s Sprint Triathlon’s Corporate Challenge by entering into this training program! Teams consisting of three co-workers (a swimmer, biker and runner) from the same local organization will train in this 6-week program through separate groups for each discipline. Register by July 18. Continue reading
Frankie came to the Y for the wide variety of sports and programs that we offer. Her mom explains, “I’m a student and everyone needs help in their lives,” referring to our financial scholarship program. Frankie has since tried every sport and loves each activity! She particularly loves outdoor soccer and feels that everyone is … Continue reading
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The Y will be closed Monday, May 27, 2013 in observance of Memorial Day. In addition, Baseball and Ballet WILL be held on Saturday. However, there will be no gymnastics or freerunning programs this weekend. Breakdancing will not be held on Friday, May 24 but will be held on Satruday, May 25. Have a fun and … Continue reading
Jillian Michaels DVD Workouts: Workout with Jillian Michaels, or close to it, by following her DVD workouts. Featuring 30 Day Shred Master Your Metabolism, cardio kickboxing and other DVD’s. Step Into Shape: A class that incorporates various body movements utilizing step platforms at a high intensity pace. Participants will enjoy the benefit of an intense … Continue reading
Voyagers, Trailblazers, Pathfinders and LIT groups in sessions 2-8 go on weekly field trips in and around Berkshire County. Weekly Field Trips July 11: Mount Greylock State Preservation July 18: Norman Rockwell Museum July 25: Basketball Hall of Fame Aug. 1: Howe Caverns Aug. 8: Barrington Stage Company Aug. 15: Chesterwood Aug. 22: Bousquet Ski … Continue reading
A sincere thank you to all our volunteers and contributors for this year’s Healthy Kids Day® which was held on April 27, 2013. Healthy Kids Day® is a free community event to get kids moving and learning, and families living healthier and is the Y’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of families and to help … Continue reading
