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Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA | April 2026

"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead." - 1 Peter 1:3

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

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

In observance of the Easter holiday, the YMCA will be closed on Friday, April 3^rd (Good Friday) & Sunday, April 5^th (Easter Sunday). We will have normal operating hours on Saturday, April 4^th.

HEALTHY KIDS DAY

Sat., April 25^th | 11:00AM–2:00PM

Healthy Kids Day will include fun active play and educational activities to keep kids moving and learning, in order to maintain healthy habits and academic skills to achieve goals and reach their full potential! This event is FREE to the community! We want to invite you, your friends and family to join us for a day filled with fun, healthy activities, and so much more!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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• 3/17-4/6: Bottles For Change Campaign

• 4/3: Awakened Women Connections Group

• 4/10: Parkinson's Support Group

• 4/10: Cranberry People with Parkinson's Support Group Family YMCA

• 4/10: Y Serve: Campus Clean-Up Day

• 4/10-4/12: Yoga Instructor Certification

• 4/13: Aquatics Hiring Event
• 4/13: YOMEO Social Club Meeting
• 4/13: Nourish For Life

• 4/15-19: Lifeguard Certification at the Butler Y

• 4/17: Awakened Women Connections Group

• 4/18-4/19: Lifeguard Instructor Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA

• 4/21: Diabetes Prevention Begins
• 4/23: AOA Bingo
• 4/25: Healthy Kids Day

• 5/1: ARMCO Park Wedding Expo

• 5/8: Togetherhood®: Lighthouse Foundation

Y SERVE: CAMPUS CLEAN-UP DAY

Fri., April 10^th | 8:00AM-3:00PM

Join us for Y Serve - Campus Clean-Up, a day dedicated to caring for our Y! Volunteers will work together on projects like cleaning, organizing, and refreshing spaces throughout the facility and grounds. It's a great opportunity to serve alongside others and help keep our YMCA strong, welcoming, and vibrant for the entire community. Lunch, snacks, & drinks will be provided.

MEMBER EXCLUSIVES

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 Membership 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.

Summer Job Incentive

Make waves this summer! Join us Monday, April 13^th, 1:00PM–5:00PM and take advantage of both of our employment incentives! Discounted Lifeguard Certification Course (details below) and $250 Summer Employment Bonus: Aquatics staff only. Eligible if hired and work an average of 15 hours per week, June 1^st - August 7^th. Contact Brandi Maser, Human Resources Director, with questions at bmaser@bcfymca.org or 724-287-4733 x124.

Discounted Lifeguard Certification Course

For the April 22^nd-26^th or May 14^th-17^th Lifeguard Certification Courses at the Rose E. Schneider Family Y, participants will pay $100* upfront for the course. Upon passing the course, if they apply and work for the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA, WE WILL COVER THE REMAINING BALANCE ($225)!

*If the participant does not work for us, they must pay the balance of $225 before they will receive their certification. 

Seasonal Opportunities

• Head Camp Counselors

• Camp Counselors

Career Opportunities

• Head Lifeguard (Full Time)
  *see below for employment incentive!
• Lifeguards (Part Time)
• Swim Instructor (Part Time)

All employees receive a FREE membership!

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

BOTTLES FOR CHANGE CAMPAIGN

Help make a difference in our community through our Bottles for Change Campaign. Simply grab a bottle and fill it with spare change, bills, or checks throughout the campaign period. Every coin counts! Small change. Big impact. 

• Bottles must be returned to the Membership Desk by Monday, April 6^th.
• Anyone who participants in our YMCA Bottles for Change Campaign will be entered for a chance to win a one-month membership!
• Open to the community, Members & Non-Members!

Every dollar (or coin!) donated to our Annual Support Campaign stays local and directly supports children, families, seniors, and veterans—ensuring they can participate in YMCA memberships and programs at significantly reduced, and often completely free, rates.

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 RES RIPTIDE SWIM TEAM!

District Meet Results:

• Boys 15 & over 1st place
• 13/14 Boys 2nd place
• 13/14 Girls both 2nd place
• 10 & under Girls 2nd place

RES Riptide Swimmers: Make sure to sign up for our Swim Team Stroke Clinics, Summer Sessions and Flex Pass Registration! 

KARATE

Tang Soo Do is a traditional Korean Martial Art that teaches the values of integrity, concentration, self-control and perseverance, while emphasizing skills in practical self-defense. Monthly registration required; classes are available for ages 3+!

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Our Private Swim Lessons are available for all ages!

Registration is required and coincides with the regular session registration dates.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

We offer Swim and Gym Parties! All Birthday Parties are provided a room with chairs, tables, and party supply storage. Click the button below to view availability and PARTY PACKAGE UPGRADES! 

PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Enjoy a few hours away while the kids have a blast and play! We will enjoy themed crafts, games, activities, the Aquatics Center and a movie. Pizza will be provided.

EARLY LEARNING CHILD CARE

We welcome ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

Questions about Child Care or Y Kids Academy? Contact Autumn Murphy, at amurphy@bcfymca.org. 

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

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!

• Justine Thiebaud (One-To-One Mentoring) at jthiebaud@bcfymca.org or 724-287-4733 x161
• Kelly Zaccari (Group Mentoring) at kzaccari@bcfymca.org or 724-287-4733 x136

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.

NOURISH FOR LIFE WELLNESS SERIES

Mon., April 13^th | 1:00PM

Our Registered Dietician, Natalie Boyer, RD, LDN, will present: Diabetes Prevention and the effect of added sugars in the diet. We will discuss the link between added sugars, weight gain, insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Added sugar sources will be identified, as well as evidence-based recommendations. Nutrition Facts labels will be reviewed along with practical strategies to reduce added sugar intake.

YOGA INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION

April 10^th-12^th

Click the button below to make an account & register!

NEW 2026-2027 DIABETES PREVENTION COHORT

Tuesdays, 12:00PM-1:30PM beginning April 21^st

This evidence-based Diabetes Program focuses on proven strategies for reducing risk and improving blood glucose management. Participants benefit from expert coaching, nutrition and activity education, goal setting, and a supportive community to promote long-term lifestyle change and better health outcomes.

Contact Kathy Hensler, Healthy Living Director to schedule a screening: khensler@bcfymca.org or 724-452-9122 x226.

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Providing support and inspiring action in our communities

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.

• Lifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI) at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on Apr. 18-19.

• Lifeguard Certification at the Butler YMCA on Apr. 15-19.

• Lifeguard Certification & Recertification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on Apr. 22-26.

• Community CPR/AED & First Aid Certification at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA on May 6.

Check out our most recently certified Babysitting Training attendees in action!

ACTIVE OLDER ADULT BINGO

April 23^rd, 2:00PM-4:00PM

BINGO | Prizes | Springtime Fun! Free Event! Registration required.

AWAKENED WOMEN CONNECTIONS GROUP

1^st & 3^rd Fridays | 10:45AM

This Christian based small group is designed with all women in mind. Fitness is not just physical. It is mental and spiritual as well. Organized by women, for women who understand that healthy relationships with others help us in our own faith life journeys!

This group is meant for you to be a safe, supportive, “come as you are” space for women to support each other through faith, positivity, & relationship, or simply a place to enjoy a cup of coffee or protein shake after your workout.

While we will have a general topic to spark conversation at each meeting, this is meant to be a “meet-up with friends” in a casual and comfortable setting. ALL ARE WELCOME!

NEED PRAYER?

How can we pray for you?

Our team prays weekly for our community. Submit your request online (below) or in our chapel.

YOMEO SOCIAL CLUB

Mon., April 13^th | 10:30AM-11:30AM

YOMEO (YMCA Outstanding Members Exercising Often) is FREE and open to members 50+ years old!

April's Topic: Amy Radevski, owner of a new company, “Seniors Helping Seniors.” will share with us the impact a non-medical homecare agency can have on a community

PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP

This Parkinsons Support group is for members who have Parkinsons and their caregivers. Each month, an outside professional presents a topic and ends with Q&A time. Sponsored by The Parkinsons Foundation of Western Pennsylvania. 

Both Parkinson's Support and Discussion Groups will meet on Fri., Apr. 10^th, 2PM-3PM.

April's Topic: Improving Swallowing Safety and Voice volume

CRANBERRY PEOPLE WITH PARKINSONS (PWP) DISCUSSION GROUP

This discussion group includes two groups that meet concurrently, but separately. One for those who have a diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease, and one for those whose lives are touched by someone who has a diagnosis of Parkinson's.

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Located at 341 Centreville Pike, Slippery Rock, 16057

WORK AT ARMCO PARK

• Camp Bus Driver (Seasonal PT)
• Head Camp Counselor (Seasonal FT)
• Camp Counselors (Seasonal FT)
• Head Lifeguard (Seasonal FT)
• Lifeguards (Seasonal PT)
• Concession Stand Attendant (Seasonal PT)
• Maintenance Specialist (Seasonal FT)
• Groundskeeper (Seasonal PT)

Learn more and apply today:

POOL PARTY RESERVATIONS

• Cost: $300
• Available Friday & Saturdays, 7:00PM-9:00PM, June-August, 2026.
• 75 people in the pool at one time. If children cannot pass our swim test, they must be accompanied by an adult (1 adult to 3 swimmers).
• Groups can bring their own food in. Concession stand will be open upon request.

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.

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Connect with the Y:

ROSE E. SCHNEIDER FAMILY YMCA

2001 Ehrman Road, Cranberry Township, PA 16066 | 724.452.9122

www.bcfymca.org

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