In the News

Grant to help provide childcare for 72 city families at New Britain Y

Childcare services at the New Britain Y will benefit from a $1.7 million state grant approved recently by the Community Investment Fund (CIF).

The city’s legislative delegation assisted in securing these funds, which will be utilized by the Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA to make renovations in its New Britain location.

The organization plans to renovate unused racquetball courts into six additional classrooms in their child care center, increasing its capacity by 72 children.

Try our new POUND® class!

Try our new POUND® class starting March 2nd at 6:30 p.m.

Membership Update

DEEP Free Swim Lessons

The Meriden-New Britain-Berlin YMCA has been awarded the Connecticut State Alliance of YMCA’s DEEP grant for the DEEP Free Swim Lesson program. This grant is made possible through funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and administered by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). Those who qualify may receive free lessons.

Lifeguard Certification and Recertification

Get certified as a lifeguard or renew your certification. Sign up now for our December Red Cross classes.

New spin class!

Come spin with Adriana! New class starting Monday October 31st from 5:30 - 6:00 a.m.

Y gets $10,000 grant for tech tools

The Y will be expanding its technology offerings thanks to a recent grant award.

Y partnering with Rotary to host golf tournament

For families that can’t afford to send their kids to summer camp and swim lessons, the Y is there.

The New Britain-Berlin-Meriden YMCA provides these programs free-of-charge to those in need, a feat that would be impossible if not for some serious fundraising.

That’s where the Y’s annual golf tournament comes in.

Kids in the North-Oak Street neighborhood are enjoying summer

Kids in the North-Oak Street neighborhood are enjoying a summer filled with snow cones, water blasters, sports and games.

At least those who take advantage of the New Britain YMCA’s Camp Rec Express, a free, drop-in summer camp at Willow Street Park Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, except when it rains.

How to Beat the Heat and Stay Fit

Here are some important tips on how to take care of your health and wellness during this summer heat wave.

New ZUMBA class starting May 3rd

New ZUMBA class starting May 3rd

Easter Weekend Schedule

Easter Weekend Schedule: We are closing at 2:00 p.m. on April 15th, open our regular schedule on April 16th, and closed for Easter Sunday April 17th.

New Britain-Berlin YMCA slated to receive more than $1 million in funding for improvements

The New Britain-Berlin YMCA is slated to receive more than a million dollars in funding for improvements to its facility on High Street.

The facility renovations include air conditioning upgrades and energy efficient window replacement in an attempt to support health safety and implement cost-savings on gas and electricity for the YMCA.

Five Tips for Getting Your Heart Healthy During American Heart Month

February is American Heart Month, and with recently published research indicating blood pressure control has worsened in both men an woman since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to use this month to get a blood pressure screening and focus on becoming heart healthy. Below are tips for the whole family to become heart healthy this February.

In 2022, fitness and community share a welcoming space

No matter your health and well-being goals in 2022, the Y is the place to achieve them.