YMCA Lunenburg County

A huge thank you to Rodney from Powerhouse Pest Solutions for stepping in at the last minute to present at today's Keep On Track session after our scheduled speaker had to cancel unexpectedly.

With less than 3 hours' notice, Rodney delivered an informative and engaging session on tick awareness, prevention, and summer safety that our participants thoroughly enjoyed.

We appreciate your willingness to jump in, share your expertise, and help make the session a success!

👏 Thank you, Rodney! 🌿🕷️☀️

🌟 COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & HEALTHY FAMILY DAY 🌟

Join us for a fun, welcoming, and engaging afternoon celebrating community, connection, and local services right here in Bridgewater! 💙💚

We’re excited to be joined by 41 local organizations and community groups, along with the Town of Bridgewater, all coming together in one space to showcase the amazing programs, services, and opportunities available throughout our community.

📍 LCLC – Galleria Area
📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎉 FREE to attend!

Come explore:
✅ Local community organizations & services
✅ Family-friendly activities & programming
✅ Opportunities to connect with others
✅ Information booths & resources
✅ Free swim

Whether you’re new to the area, looking to get more involved, or simply wanting a fun family outing — there’s something for everyone! We hope to see you there ☀️

🎉 Get Ready for a Day of Fun, Adventure, & Family Time! 🚴‍♂️🛹🏒

We're making it easy and exciting for you to try something new, get active, and make unforgettable memories! 🎯

Join us for a jam-packed day of try-it activities that the whole family will love — from skateboarding and biking to street hockey and disc golf! 🛹🚲🥅🥏

🎈 That’s not all! The fun keeps going with:
• A bouncy castle for big jumps and big smiles 😄
• Face painting to transform into your favorite characters 🎨
• A scavenger hunt, chalk art, and bubbles galore! 🔍🌿🫧

Drop by for a demo to learn something new!
11:30am - 12:00pm: Zumba 💃
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Cricket 🏏
1:00pm - 1:30pm: Storytime (Library) 📖
1:30pm - 2:00pm: Pound 🥁

Need a break? Visit the Book Mobile for a quiet moment to relax, read, and recharge. 📚

Hungry after all that action? Swing by Toasties - Grilled Cheese Shack for some delicious bites that’ll hit the spot! 🔥

To kick off Bike Month in June, we are launching MODL's E-Bike Loan Program! Come out and try an e-bike and learn how to loan them. 🚲

After you’re finished playing outside with us, check out what’s happening inside at the LCLC (regular fees apply):
🏊‍♀️ Public Swim: 12:45pm – 4:00pm

Grab your friends, bring your family, and come play, explore, and connect — it's going to be a blast! 🎊

All of this is able to happen because of the partnership between the YMCA Lunenburg County, Town of Bridgewater, Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC), South Shore Public Libraries, and Municipality of the District of Lunenburg - MODL!

📆 Sunday, June 7
⏰ 11:00am - 2:00pm
📍 LCLC, Bridgewater (135 North Park Street)
💲 It's Free!

Pre-registration is encouraged:
💻 Online: www.connect2rec.com
☎️ Phone: (902) 530-4100
🧍‍♀️ In-Person: Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC)

✨ Great News! ✨

The Ladies’ Sauna is now back up and functioning! 🧖‍♀️🎉

The new control panel has officially been installed and the sauna is available for use again.

🌡️ Please note:
The temperature display now shows in Fahrenheit (°F) instead of Celsius (°C).
The maximum temperature has not changed and remains set to 190°F / 90°C.

As we welcome everyone back, please continue helping us keep the sauna safe, comfortable and enjoyable for all members by following our sauna guidelines:

• Never put liquids of any kind on the rocks
• Please respect that this is a scent-sensitive facility
• Shower/rinse off beforehand if possible
• Sit on a towel while using the sauna
• Please dress appropriately while using the sauna
• Stay hydrated 💧
• No music or speaker use in the sauna
• If you begin to feel unwell, please exit immediately and safely

Thank you for your patience while repairs were completed and for continuing to help create a respectful wellness space for everyone!

🏀 June 2026 NSCC Gymnasium Schedule is Here!

Planning to use the gymnasium this month? Be sure to check out the updated schedule before your visit!

A few important reminders for June:

📅 June 1–18 → Gymnasium unavailable due to NSCC Convocation
🚗 June 19 & 20 → Our Youth Department Car Wash & Yard Sale
👶 Child Care continues to have priority access during scheduled weekday blocks
🏀 Thursday evenings → Youth Basketball
🎯 Wednesday evenings → Recreation / Co****le League

Weekends remain OPEN ALL DAY 🙌

Please review the schedule and plan ahead before your visit. Thanks for your understanding and flexibility as we share and coordinate this space with Child Care and other programming. :)

Movement, connection, and practical wellness tips — that’s what Keep On Track is all about 👟

This month’s topic is Tick Prevention & Summer Safety, presented with the support of the Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program and PureGuard.

Join Denise from the YMCA as we walk the track together and discuss:
☀️ Summer wellness
🕷️ Tick awareness & prevention
💧 Hydration & heat safety
🚶 Safe outdoor activity

📍 HB Studios Sports Centre
📅 Friday, May 29 at 10:30 AM
💲 FREE

Everyone is welcome!

🔥 SAUNA UPDATE 🔥

The additional part required for the women’s sauna has now been ordered! Once it arrives, NSCC will install it as soon as possible. 🥳

At this time, there is still no update on the men’s sauna. NSCC is continuing to work with the supplier to explore repair options, though it is currently unclear if the existing unit can be repaired.

In the meantime, other sauna options are also being explored.

We’ll continue to share updates as we receive them; thank you all for your continued patience and understanding!

⚠️ Facility Update ⚠️

Our rooftop AC unit servicing both the downstairs Wellness Centre and upstairs Aerobic Studio is currently out of service.

NSCC has had a technician onsite and parts need to be ordered for the repair. At this time, there is no confirmed timeline for when the system will be back up and running.

With today’s heat warning and temperatures expected to reach 32°C, we also want to remind members to:
💧 Stay hydrated
🧊 Take breaks as needed
❤️ Stop exercise immediately if you begin to feel unwell

Thankfully, temperatures are expected to cool down later this evening.

Thank you everyone for your patience and understanding while repairs are being coordinated. We will continue to share updates as we receive them from NSCC.

🚨 Attention YMCA Members 🚨

Please note that we will be conducting a mandatory fire drill on:

📅 Friday, May 22nd
⏰ 9:30 AM

All members in the facility at this time will need to participate. Your cooperation and participation are greatly appreciated and play an important role in helping us ensure our facility remains safe and prepared for everyone.

Thank you for your patience and support as we practice our emergency procedures.

— Your YMCA Staff

👑 Victoria Day Hours 👑

The Lunenburg County YMCA will be OPEN regular hours on Monday, May 18th from 5:45am – 10:00pm!

Please note:
❌ Active For Life will be cancelled
❌ Cardio & Core will be cancelled

We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing long weekend — we’ll see you at the Y!

☀️ NEW SUMMER FITNESS SCHEDULE ☀️

Our Summer 2026 Fitness Schedule is here and takes effect May 31 – August 29! 💪🌻

From Bootcamp and Power+ to Yoga, Cycle Fusion, Zumba, Mobility and more — we’ve got something for everyone this summer at the Y!

✔️ Drop-in classes included with membership
✔️ Child Mind available during select times
✔️ Beginner-friendly to advanced options
✔️ Supportive, welcoming community

Pick up a printed schedule at the front desk or check it out online today!
https://www.ymcasouthwestns.ca/groupfitness

Let’s keep moving all summer long!