In Bridgeport, the YMCA has provided adult programming since 1884 and youth services since 1929. We offer the greater Bridgeport community access to affordable childcare, youth and teen programs, summer camp, health and fitness, and community building programming. Learn more about the Bridgeport YMCA and how you can become a member.
Hours of Operation:Monday – Friday: 5:30am-9:00pm Child Watch Hours:Monday – Thursday: 6:00pm–8:30pm |
Address & Phone:850 Park Avenue |
Get Your Workout Back on Track.
Join the Shamrock Shuffle!
When:
March 1 – March 31, 2012.
Who:
Every Member can Shuffle!
How:
Shuffle 30 Minutes – 3 Days a Week for 4 Weeks
Track your progress and qualify for a Special Drawing!
Learn more from your Member Service or Health & Wellness Staff
Join your friends – do the Shamrock Shuffle!
Shamrock ShuffleYouth Sports
Through our youth sports programs young people have the opportunity to be in a safe environment, gaining social maturation and leadership abilities, while engaging in fun recreational activities. From wrestling to our basketball league, youth are encouraged to learn and lead healthy lifestyles, commit to goals and team settings and approach challenges optimistically.
Silver Sneakers®
Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults and is available to eligible Medicare health plan and group retiree members. Eligible members have a complimentary community membership to the Bridgeport YMCA. To find out if you are eligible, please speak to one of our Member Service Associates at the Welcome Desk or visit www.silversneakers.com.
Lifeguarding
Ages: 15 years and older
Ideal for lifeguards working at traditional pools. The course teaches professionalism, patron and facility surveillance, victim recognition, equipment-based rescues, and caring for head, neck and back injuries. Upon successful completion of course, participants will also earn certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer (includes AED) Oxygen Administration and First Aid.
Prerequisites for Class: Must be able to swim a minimum of 300 yards non-stop using a combination of front crawl, breaststroke and the approach stroke.