Welcoming Month: Belonging Begins Here

September is a special time at the YMCA of Greenwich. As summer winds down and new routines begin, our doors are open wider than ever. That’s because September is Welcoming Month, a nationwide celebration led by YMCAs and community organizations across the country.

At its heart, Welcoming Month is about what the Y has always stood for: bringing people together. It’s about building bridges across cultures, backgrounds, and generations, and ensuring that everyone who walks through our doors feels like they belong—whether they’re new to Greenwich, new to the Y, or simply trying something new for themselves.

Living Our Mission Through Promotions and Programs

This year, we’re making it easier than ever to join our community. For the month of September:

• New members receive 50% off their joiner’s fee and 10% off membership dues for the rest of 2025.

• Families can explore youth programs with special savings, including a Kids Night Out 10-Pack, giving children the chance to enjoy alternating game and swim nights all year long.

• We’re even offering 7-day free trials, so anyone can experience the Y before committing.

It’s all part of our belief that cost should never be a barrier to connection, wellness, and community.

Celebrating Together

Welcoming Month isn’t just about joining—it’s about belonging. That’s why we’ve planned events that bring our community together in meaningful ways.

Throughout the month, you’ll find:

• Free Fitness & Wellness Opportunities, like Training Fridays and Yoga Saturdays, designed to help neighbors connect through healthy movement.

• Cultural Celebrations, including our month-long International Art Show and the International Breakfast where stories and food from around the world are shared at one table.

• Family Gatherings, such as Family Outdoor Movie Night and Y’s Got Talent Open Mic Night, where children and parents alike can laugh, cheer, and celebrate creativity together.

• Workshops & Lectures, from Neuroplasticity with Greenwich Psychology Group to Fall Prevention with Greenwich Hospital, because belonging also means supporting each other’s growth and wellbeing.

Every event, whether it’s a dance workout party or a pickleball tournament, is designed with the same purpose: creating a space where people connect, feel welcome, and thrive together.

Why Welcoming Month Matters

For us, Welcoming Month isn’t a campaign—it’s who we are. Every time a child learns to swim, every time a newcomer makes a friend in class, every time a family shares a meal at the Y, we are living our mission of strengthening community.

By joining us this September, you’re not just attending a class or saving on membership—you’re becoming part of a community that celebrates you, supports you, and welcomes you exactly as you are.

Be Part of the Celebration

We invite you to experience Welcoming Month at the YMCA of Greenwich. Come to an event, try a class, bring your family, or simply stop by to say hello. There has never been a better time to discover what it means to belong.

Learn more about promotions and events at greenwichymca.org/welcome