You help us make it a summer to remember! |
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Make it a summer to remember—send a child to Y camp 🌞 |
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Last summer more than 550 youth attended Y camps here in Eugene, preventing “summer slide”—the decline in academic skills experienced by youth, who can lose 20 to 30% of their reading and math gains over the summer, particularly young children and those from low-income families. Add to those academic benefits the experiences, friendships and memories kids take with them from camp, and it all stacks up as a powerful force for good.
For many, the opportunity is only possible because of financial assistance fueled by donor support. |
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Make it DOUBLE!
Right now, your generosity goes twice as far. Thanks to a $30,000 match from the Gregory-Greenberg Children’s Foundation, every dollar you give by Jun. 9 to send a youth to camp will be matched—doubling your impact and opening the door for twice as many campers! |
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Summer at the Y—what to expect! As summer camp season begins, you’ll notice more youth and activity around the facility. We appreciate your patience and support as we create a fun and safe experience for all!
🛑 Parking lot safety
Please drive carefully, especially during busy drop-off (7 to 9 a.m.) and pick-up (4 to 6 p.m.) times. Expect increased traffic with families and campers.
☀️ Hot, rainy or smoky weather
When weather conditions become extreme—whether it’s very hot, rainy or smoky—camp activities may move indoors to keep youth safe and comfortable. This can impact gym spaces and other areas of the facility. We appreciate your flexibility! 👕 Join the Fun – dress-up days!
Campers celebrate with themed days each week:
Mondays—Y shirt day Wednesdays—tie-dye day
Members are welcome to join in the fun if you have Y gear or tie-dye!
📆 Space and schedule updates
Some program areas will be dedicated to camp activities throughout the summer: Kalapuya Room—Camp use, weekdays
Creation Station & Corner Hut—Youth programming all day
Check the app or posted schedules for the latest updates.
🍳 Camper-of-the-Week Friday breakfasts
From Jun. 22 to Aug. 28, each Friday from 8 to 8:45 a.m. we celebrate our Campers-of-the-Week in the Lobby. You’ll see decorated tables and a lively breakfast gathering while we celebrate these amazing kids 🥳 🧰 End-of-Summer facility closure
The Y will be closed during the first week of September for annual facility improvements. More details will be shared soon! |
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You belong here! Look what's coming up to help you connect to your community, shake up your routine, get excited to try something new—or maybe all three at once! 🥳 |
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| Better lace up those walking shoes! 👟
You asked for it, we're doing it—starting Wednesday, Jun. 24, join us for YMCA Trail Trekkers! We'll meet at the Y at 10 a.m. then hit the Amazon Bark Trail, where participants can choose their distance, and enjoy fresh air and make new connections on these weekly guided walks. Registration is free, and opens 2 weeks before each session in the app.
And as it's June, we're gearing up for another amazing summer of Walk It Off with the Y! On balmy Wednesday evenings, Walk It Off brings together Y staff, our partner organizations and our amazing community in Alton Baker Park, where we share laughs, family-friendly activities, and inclusive opportunities to walk, roll or stroll, meeting everyone where they are. Learn more here!
We’re looking for Walk It Off volunteers to help make the magic happen! Tasks include set-up, greeting participants, coordinating raffles, leading strolls, and clean-up. Whether you love chatting with people, being outdoors, or keeping things organized, there’s a spot for you on our team!
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Healthy Living Programs Specialty Fitness Registration opens in the app 2 weeks before each session: - Jun. 21, International Day of Yoga solstice yoga celebration
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Jun. 24, YMCA Trail Trekkers begins
- Jun. 24, Skipping Is In! on the Indoor Track
- Jun. 28, Still Standing workshop—find your positive energy!
- Jun. 28, EDGU workshop
And don't miss new sessions each month for these favorite fitness series! Registration opens in the app 2 weeks before each session. - Aerial Yoga
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Small Group Circuit Training
- TRX
New and returning youth fitness programs
Our popular Teen Strength Program returns this month, plus we've got LOADS more fun offerings for youth in the Health & Wellness Center. Check it out!
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Wibit Days | AGES 4+
Don't miss the family fun we've got coming up in your Aquatics Center! We'll be setting up the Wibit Inflatable Obstacle Course on our Lap Pool on Jun. 24, Jul. 17 and 25, and Aug. 7 and 26. Everyone ages 4 and older are welcome to join in!
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Youth Tennis and Pickleball summer camps Don't miss our half-day, week-long Tennis and Pickleball Summer Camps for kids and teens! All levels welcome. |
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Tennis and Pickleball adult programs
The Y's TPC programs are always evolving! Check out what's coming up: |
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Summer Camp registration is OPEN!
We've still got some spots open in our full-day, week-long camps for preschool through high school! Our camps range from classic summer experiences to sport-focused programs, art to cooking, and Specialty Camps like BIPOC STEM, tennis and pickleball, engineering and much more! We've also got openings for Friday's Jun. 5 School's Out Day. |
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Youth Protection at the Y, June focus
June is Pride Month and National Safety Month—a reminder that safety includes belonging and identity affirmation. At the Y, we respect and affirm every youth’s identity and work to create spaces where all feel welcome. Families can reinforce this by listening closely to your youth’s experiences, using the names and pronouns they share, and encouraging kindness toward others. Ask questions like:
What makes you feel proud of who you are?
What helps you feel included?
When youth feel safe to be themselves, they engage more fully, take healthy risks, and build stronger relationships. Our staff promote a culture of dignity and respect—where differences are recognized as strengths and harassment or teasing is addressed quickly. Together, families and the Y can model what true safety looks like: a community where every youth belongs 💙 |
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🚸 Looking for more youth and family programming?
Head over to read our latest Youth, Teens & Family eNews, where you can find information on Itty Bitty programs, child care, youth fitness and sports opportunities, and much more. Subscribe today and get family updates sent straight to your inbox every month!
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Juneteenth closure Your Y and Tennis & Pickleball Center will be CLOSED on Friday, Jun. 19. Youth Wing closure
The Youth Wing, PlayZone and KidZone will be CLOSED on Saturday, Jun. 20, for staff training. Aquatics early closure
The Aquatics Center will be CLOSING EARLY at 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, Jun. 28, for staff training. Fourth of July closure Your Y and Tennis & Pickleball Center will be CLOSED on Saturday, Jul. 4. |
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KEZI recently aired a segment on the financial literacy classes presented at the Y in partnership with OCCU. |
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| Thank you, Hunter Communications, for your generous support of the Eugene Family YMCA! |
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Eugene Family YMCA
Empowering youth to reach their full potential, improving individual and community well-being, and inspiring action and giving back in our communities. |
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