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Butler YMCA | March 2026

"A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed." -Proverbs 11:25

• Annual Support Campaign • Reach & Rise^® • ARMCO Park • Youth Development • Healthy Living • Social Responsibility

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BOWL FOR THE KIDS IS TODAY!

Sunday, March 1^st, 12PM-3PM

at Family Bowlaway Fun Center,

540 Fairground Hill Rd, Butler, PA 16001

Our teams are already tying up their shoes, but you can still be a part of this fun annual event! Come on down and give back to your community by participating in our silent auction, basket raffles, and 50/50 drawing.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The Pools will remain open all day through the end of March! (Same schedule as February). The previous schedule will resume in April.

Pool Reminders: We offer birthday parties on the weekends. While parties have a limit of swimmers so we can accommodate our members, there are times that the pool may closed entirely for a party due to ratios. We encourage you to call us before coming to swim on the weekends.

GOOD FRIDAY BREAKFAST

Fri., April 3^rd | 8:00AM

Join us for the 74^th Annual Good Friday Breakfast at the Butler YMCA! We are excited to celebrate the sacrifice and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! He is risen! We will provide a delicious breakfast, beautiful worship music from South Butler Assembly of God, and keynote speaker, Lance Stoddart.

Tickets can be purchased online or in-person at the Welcome Desk; $10/adult; $5/youth (12 & under).

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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• ARMCO Summer Camp Registration is open!
• Prom Dress Collection
• 3/1: ARMCO Park Dance Hall & Cabana Lounge Reservations Open\
  
• 3/1-3/31: March Madness Fitness
• 3/1-3/17: Lucky Laps

• 3/2: Exercise For Cancer Begins

• 3/7: All Abilities Resource Expo at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y
• 3/8: Y Games
• 3/8: Pickleball Doubles Tournament

• 3/14: Babysitters Training at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y

• 3/14: Lifeguard Recertification at the Butler Y

• 3/16: CPR, AED & First Aid Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA

• 3/18-3/22: Lifeguard Certification at the Butler Y

• 3/26: Y Experience
• 3/28: Y Day of Giving
• 3/30 & 4/1: Babysitters Training at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y
• 4/10: Find Your Dress Event
• 5/1: ARMCO Park Wedding Expo

• ARMCO Park Shelter Rentals Are Open

• ARMCO Pool Pass SALE

MEMBER EXCLUSIVES

How to get involved in our March Madness Fitness Bracket: Pick up a card at the Membership Desk, complete it and return it to the membership desk to be entered for a chance to win a one-month membership!

*NEW* The Y Experience (Member Orientation)

Thurs., March 26^th, 6:00PM

The Y Experience is a casual, welcoming introduction for new members designed to help you make the most of your membership from day one. It’s a chance to learn what the Y is all about, meet our staff, and start getting connected right away.

You’ll spend time with each department — Aquatics, Youth & Family, Healthy Living, and Membership — in an interactive setting where you can ask questions, see what’s available, and find what fits you best. Some of the things you’ll be able to do include:

• Explore the mobile app and learn how to reserve group exercise classes
• Get a fitness equipment orientation to feel confident in the Wellness Center
• Learn about exciting child, youth, and adult programs
• Discover simple ways to plug into the Y community

And that’s just the start of what your Y membership can offer!

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT

Save 10% by paying for your membership annually. That's a savings worth over one month of membership dues! Stop by the Welcome Desk to switch your monthly membership to annual today. *Must be processed in-house to receive discount.

BUILD CONNECTIONS AND A CAREER

Make this place your place for meaningful work that matters.

Seasonal Opportunities

at ARMCO Park

• ARMCO Park Bus Driver
• Summer Camp Counselors
• Lifeguards & Concession Stand
• Maintenance Staff
• Groundskeeper

Career Opportunities

• Teacher at South Butler Early Learning Center (Full Time)

• Teacher Assistant at South Butler Early Learning Center (Full Time)

All employees receive a FREE membership!

GIVE YOUR DRESS A SECOND DANCE

Now through April 1^st, the Butler Y is collecting gently used prom dresses and evening gowns for our Find Your Dress at the Y Event! Find Your Dress Event will be held at the Butler Y on Apr. 10^th, 5:30PM-7:00PM, first-come, first-served for students in grades 9^th-12^th. We will have over 50 dresses to choose from!

THE BETTER WITH EVERY VISIT PLACE

Help maintain a happy and safe environment for all! The new year brings many friends into our Y community. Here are a few winter weather reminders:

• Salt and snow ruins cardio and weight machines. Be sure to change shoes before using the equipment!
• Parking lots are extra busy. Arrive a little bit earlier to find a spot, which will also give you time to get a warmup in before your workout!
• Remember that person that helped you out when you were a "newbie" at the Y? Now's your opportunity to pay it forward! Everyone has similar goals at the Y. A little bit of patience and a helpful hand go a long way to making new forever friends.

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Connecting people to a greater sense of purpose and to each other to make our community stronger.

Y DAY OF GIVING

Sat., Mar. 28^th, 7:00AM-10:30AM

When you give to the Y, you’re investing in a place where connections are made and the community grows.

NexTier is investing in our community by matching the first $10,000 of donations given to the Y Day Of Giving Campaign! Make this place your place for finding your purpose and creating impact.

 Thank you NexTier bank!

FIND YOUR PURPOSE AND UNLOCK A CHILD’S POTENTIAL
Send a Kid to Camp! Make a summer full of friendship and giggles go from dreams to reality for a child with your donation. Summer camp is magical for kids and your support can make that possible. $200+ Sends a Kid to Camp.

MAKE AN IMPACT WHILE MAKING AN IMPACT

Y-Day of Giving BURN Schedule
$50 suggested donation; sign up on the app!

• 7:00AM-8:00AM:
  60-minute Strength w/ Penny
  
  
• 8:00AM-8:30AM:
  Yoga Shake & Sculpt w/ Kimmy
  
  
• 8:30AM-9:00AM:
  Hip Hop Dance Workout w/ Dana
  
  
• 9:00AM-9:30AM:
  Pilates/Sculpt w/ Jennifer
  
  
• 9:30AM-10:00AM:
  Step Party w/ Heidi
  
  
• 10:00AM-10:30AM:
  Stretch/Flow Cooldown w/ Alice

MAKE AN IMPACT TODAY FOR TOMORROW

Sponsoring an event is an excellent investment that provides your organization the opportunity to be showcased in Butler County through popular events and activities! By becoming a sponsor, you demonstrate your commitment to our community's well-being and create a lasting impact on the lives of our youth. We have a range of sponsorship levels available, as well as in-kind donations such as food and auction baskets!

Whether you want to start making an impact today or benefit us after your lifetime, we can help you find the charitable plan that meets your needs. • Recurring Donations • Wills & Living Trusts • IRAs & Retirement Plans • Life Insurance Policies • Donor-Advised Funds • Real Estate • Commercial Annuities • Memorials and Tribute Gifts • Endowed Gifts • Donor Advised Funds • Charitable Lead Trusts • Appreciated Securities

Everyone benefits from our Corporate 25 Community Partnership Program! Employees receive: • 25% off of Membership Dues • $0 Join Fee (up to $150 value) • 25% off of Chronic Disease Prevention Programs. Employers receive: • Logo/company name displayed on Donor Recognition Screens in YMCA lobby and website • 3’x5’ banner in both YMCAs gymnasiums. Check with your employer to see if they are part of great community partnership!

The Annual Support Campaign funds programs & services for children, families and seniors in Butler County to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, and background, can learn, grow & thrive.

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Empowering young people to reach their full potential.

CONGRATULATIONS BUTLER BARRACUDA SWIM TEAM!

• Second Place Team at the Cupid Classic
• First Place Overall Team Division Champions
• First Place Boys 8 & Under
• Second Place Girls 8 & Under

Good Luck to our 38 swimmers heading to Districts on March 6^th!

EASTER BREAK BONANZA

Easter Break Camp for Grades K–6. Hop Into Fun! We have "Egg"-citing activities you won’t want to miss.

• Mon., March 30^th, 11:30AM-2:00PM | Egg Hunt & Dyeing

• Tues., March 31^st, 11:30AM-2:00PM | Art & Swimming

• Wed., April 1^st, 11:30AM-2:00PM | Sports & Swimming

Our Homeschool participants spent this session learning about architecture and recycling by building a milk jug igloo!

Thank you to everyone who collected jugs for them! Cummings Coffee, Vintage Coffee, Pennies Bakery, YMCA Members, YMCA Staff, YMCA Kitchen

SUMMER CAMP

Registration for Summer Camp at ARMCO Park is open now! Summer Camp will be offered June 8^th-August 21^st for grades K-6^th. 5 day & 3 day per week options will be available!

MOTHER SON NERF WARS

Sat., May 2^nd, 3PM-6PM

Mothers and sons will battle it out to be the best shot with nerf guns! Ages 4-15, Members & Non-Members.

Competitions will be set up or have fun with free play. We’ll provide the equipment, snacks and drinks!

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

We are excited to offer multiple packages with themes that include Pool parties, Gym Fun, Sports, Gymnastics & even Tye-Dye! Reservation and Party details are available on our Birthday Parties page.

PRIVATE SPORTS LESSONS

Private Sports Instruction will facilitate the individual needs and goals of any athlete, 6+ years old. For more information, please contact Jamie Knauff, Aquatics & Programs Director at Jknauff@bcfymca.org.

CHILD CARE

Four Great Child Care Programs:

Infant for ages 6 weeks-12 months. Our goal is to provide a safe and nurturing "home away from home" where babies can explore and make new discoveries.

Toddler for ages 1-3 years. We build on the momentum of your toddlers’ natural curiosity and help them learn at their own pace. 

Preschool for ages 3-5 years. We've designed our program to nurture your child's growing individuality through days filled with interactive learning and group activities. Includes weekly swim lessons!

School Age Care for elementary school students. From homework help to fun physical activities, our program is designed so that everyone has a great start and end to their school day. Email ktennent@bcfymca.org.

Two Great Locations:

Early Learning Center and Child Care at the Butler Y, serving the Butler Area School District. Contact: Kelly Tennent, Senior Director of Early Childhood Education at ktennent@bcfymca.org.

South Butler Y Child Care at HIS Kids Christian School, serving the Knoch School District. Contact: Tiffany Bennetti, Director of Early Childhood Education (Off-Site) at tbennetti@bcfymca.org.

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Providing kids with a safe and comfortable space to achieve their goals.

Reach & Rise^® is looking for positive, supportive adults 21+ to meet 1:1 with a youth weekly for 1-2 hours for one year at either the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA or the Butler YMCA. Think you don’t have what it takes to be a mentor? Think again. Check out the video, highlighting the experience of four of our current mentors. 

Reach & Rise^® is still taking applications for mentees in group and one-to-one. If you know a child who can benefit from this valuable program, click the "Mentee Referral" Button or reach out to us!

The Reach & Rise^® youth mentoring program is a national, evidence-based program recognized by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention program (OJJDP). We help kids learn about and manage emotions, build social skills, try new things, and develop and maintain healthy relationships.

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Improving individual and community well-being.

BRAND NEW PROGRAM: EXERCISE FOR CANCER

This new program increases the physical and mental health of individuals who have, or have had, cancer. All classes will meet in the Butler YMCA Wellness Center on Mondays and Fridays 3:00PM-4:15PM for 12 weeks beginning Mar. 2^nd.

• Led by Certified Personal Trainers with degrees; one trainer for five participants will maximize personal attention.
• Exercises will be progressive and consist of both strength and cardiorespiratory training.
• Each session will begin with a 10-15 minute support group/discussion.

FRIENDLY COMPETITION, STRONGER COMMUNITY

LUCKY LAPS

March 1^st-17^th 

Ask the lifeguard for a pot, put your name on it, hang it on the wall and start swimming! To win, have the most gold in your pot. 5 laps=1 gold token. A lap is considered to be down and back. This contest will run in both pools and there will be one winner from each pool.

MIXED DOUBLES PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT

Sunday, March 8^th, 10:00AM

Participate and win a t-shirt!

Open to Members & Non-Members, 18+. $25/team

Y GAMES

Sunday, March 8^th, 11:00AM

Test your strength, endurance, and teamwork—the Y way! Participants will complete an exciting circuit of Olympic-style fitness challenges across our gym, group exercise, and cycle studios. All fitness levels welcome. Team of 2 (Members & Non-Members) $5/person. Bring a friend or we will find you a teammate!

We are home for additional wellness programs that serve our community!

Karate (Tang Soo Do)

Ages 6 years through adult. A Free Intro Class is offered the last Saturday of each month!

Jazzercise

Jazzercise^® meets at the Butler Y throughout the week. 1^st class is free!

Jazzercise® membership/ class rates are not affiliated with the YMCA.

Inclusive Dance Party

1^st & 3^rd Thursdays, 10AM-11AM. Movement will be easily adaptable for Every Body. FREE to the community; sign up at the Welcome Desk.

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Providing support and inspiring action in our communities.

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ALL ABILITIES RESOURCE EXPO

Sat., Mar. 7^th | 4:00PM-6:00PM

at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA in collaboration with The Friendship Factory

As summertime planning begins, explore ways to stay safe, healthy, and supported all summer long. Connect with local service providers, explore valuable resources, and learn at your own pace in a welcoming, partially sensory-friendly environment for individuals of all abilities and their support networks.

Free Admission to Families - Registration is Encouraged! The first 100 to register will be entered into a raffle to win a free month of membership. 1 registration per family.

LEARN LIFE SAVING SKILLS

Throughout the year, we offer various American Red Cross Certification courses. Click the button below to view specific dates, times & prerequisites for courses.

Click the image above to view the entire schedule. Subject to change; registration required.

• Babysitters Training Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on Mar. 14^th.
• CPR, AED & First Aid w/ PQAS Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on Mon., Mar. 16^th, 8AM-12PM.

• Babysitters Training Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on Mar. 30^th & Apr. 1^st, 4PM-8PM.

• Lifeguard Recertification Course at the Butler YMCA on Mar. 14^th.

• Lifeguard Certification Course at the Butler YMCA on Mar. 18^th-22^nd.

LET US KNOW HOW WE'RE DOING

When you're a Y member, you're not just building strength-you're building a community. Help us improve our Y community by providing feedback.

• Complete our Monthly Survey

Each month, we will provide a different one-question survey for members to complete and return to the Welcome Desk.

• Send Us A Message On The App

1.) Log in and click on the image bubble.

2.) Click "Contact Us".

3.) Click on "General Feedback".

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL

We are proud to work with local groups to bring great opportunities to our facility! In addition to Karate, Unicycle Club, Jazzercise^®, and Inclusive Dance Parties (listed above), we are also a home for:

• The Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Center Addiction & Recovery Family Support Group meets here Thursdays, 6:00PM-7:30PM.
  Babysitting services are available during this time for ages 6 months-9 years in our Play Place.

NEED PRAYER?

Our Bible Study group prays on requests weekly. Prayer requests are completely anonymous. Bible Study meets weekly on Tuesdays, 10:30AM-11:30AM. Open to the community!

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Located at: 341 Centreville Pike, Slippery Rock, PA 16057

If you already have a wedding reservation scheduled at ARMCO Park, please email us at armcopark@bcfymca.org to RSVP for this expo!

Wedding reservations & tours are available by calling 724.287.4733 x115 or submitting an inquiry on our website: Weddings at ARMCO Park.

ARMCO PARK RESERVATION INFORMATION

• ARMCO Hall, Shelters, Dance Hall and Cabana Lounge reservations are now open to the public.

• Entire Park reservations are always available two years in advance!

• Facility Rentals are on a first-come, first-serve basis by completing a reservation online or calling 724-287-4733 x147. 
• Reservations will be processed in the order they are received, online and in-person concurrently. Due to the nature of first come, first serve, reservations completed online and in-person will take priority over phone calls, voicemails, and form submissions.
• ARMCO Park's 2026 Season runs Sunday, May 3^rd-Sunday, Nov. 1^st.

To make a reservation online:

• Log in to Daxko and update/confirm your information or create a Non-Member Account. (You can do that here). You'll need this to make your reservation.

• Add/confirm current billing information on your account.

• Browse available areas and dates ahead of time. (View the list of available dates here). Reservations are arranged by area, then sorted by date. Keep in mind, entire park reservations are available up to 2 years in advance, so if a date is not listed, it is already booked.

NEW for 2026 Season:

• Pool Season begins earlier (May 30^th) and ends later (August 30^th)
• Opens DAILY at 11:30AM
• Member ONLY Night Swim (Season pass holders)
• Inclement weather rain check policy for day pass purchases

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Connect with the Y:

BUTLER YMCA

339 North Washington Street Butler, PA  16001  |  724.287.4733

www.bcfymca.org

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