OUTDOOR GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES

We are excited to announce that we will be offering a limited number of outdoor small group exercise classes - weather permitting. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

There will be:
No bathroom use.
No water filling stations - bring your own water.
Bring your own mat - we will not supply.

To protect our members and staff, the Y requests that you wear your mask whenever possible, unless during cardio workouts.

View the quick link on top of the page to register for a class!

DONATE NONPERISHABLE FOOD TO SUPPORT THOSE IN NEED

As part of our partnership to fight food insecurity across our region, YMCA SOUTHCOAST is working with the United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Hunger Commission to collect donated food to help the increased demand at area food pantries.
#ForPeopleNotProfit

DROP OFF DAYS/TIMES:
Monday – Wednesday, 10am – 3pm
There will be bins available in the designated space to leave your donation. Please follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 safety. Practice Social
Distancing at all times.

DROP OFF SITES:
DARTMOUTH YMCA | 276 Gulf Rd, South Dartmouth, MA 02748
Drop off bins will be located in the upper pavilion closest to the parking lot
MATTAPOISETT YMCA | 38 Reservation Rd, Mattapoisett, MA 02739
Drop off bins will be located at the handicap ramp by the side door
GLEASON FAMILY YMCA | 33 Charge Pond Rd, Wareham, MA 02571
Drop off will be in bins located in front of the main entrance

DONATION GUIDELINES:
• We accept all non-perishable, sealed, unexpired food.
• We prefer non-glass containers for the safety of staff/volunteers.

FALL RIVER MOBILE MARKET

The Fall River Y has partnered with the Greater Boston Food Bank to offer a temporary “Mobile Market” at the Fall River YMCA 9:30am on the following dates:

• Thursday, July 2nd
• Thursday, July 16th
• Thursday, August 6th
• Thursday, August 20th
• Thursday, September 3rd
• Thursday, September 17th

Additional dates will be added as needed.

This is a ‘No Contact’ drive-thru pick-up. CDC Safety Guidelines will be followed at all times. Everyone must practice six feet of separation between individuals
or ‘Social Distancing’. Food items will be pre-packaged, and distribution will take place 100% OUTSIDE at the Fall River Y. Trunks must be accessible and clear enough for 2 grocery bags.

Y WITHOUT WALLS

YMCA SOUTHCOAST has expanded beyond our facilities to a virtual wellness program. Our 'Y Without Walls' now includes nearly 2,000 followers who join the Y daily for a robust menu of virtual group exercise programs, nutrition coaching, and essential community connection through our Facebook Group. The group is closed but anyone can request to join! To check it out, click the QUICK LINK at the top of this page!

HEALTHY HYGIENE

New Bedford, Fall River, and Gleason Family YMCA opened the Y for the homeless population to shower and practice safe hygiene.

NEW BEDFORD YMCA Shower Hours:
Tuesdays & Fridays: 6:00am-7:30am.
Wednesdays: 4:30pm-6:00pm.

Guests must have their temperature taken before admittance. We are issuing masks that need to be worn and maintaining social distance. Out of respect for time, we are asking for a 15-20 minute maximum time to shower and depart.

FALL RIVER YMCA Shower Hours:
Mondays: 9:00am-1:00pm by appointment only.

GLEASON FAMILY YMCA Shower Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday: 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

THE DIETITIAN IS IN

It is important to for us to stay connected now more than ever, so we can continue to support each other as a YMCA Community. That is why Maddy, our registered dietitian nutritionist, is offering virtual office hours! Grab a drink or your favorite snack and call in to chat with her. You are welcome to bring specific nutrition questions or you can call just for a wellness check in. Her virtual office hours are as follows:

Mondays & Tuesdays: 9:30 - 10:00 am
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 3:30 - 4:00 pm

To call in, dial: 701-802-5073
Enter the access code: 114979

Maddy Van Dussen, RD, LDN
Health Innovation Coordinator
mvandussen@ymcasc.org