Posts by YWCA Cortland

*Original publication date: October 10, 2025* Step into calm and connect with others through the gentle, mindful movements of Tai Chi. In this welcoming six-class series, instructor Mike Kniffin guides students through a flow of postures designed to support overall health, balance, and stress reduction. Mike’s thoughtful approach includes demonstrations and visual aids that make…

*Original publication date: October 7, 2025* Medical Chair Massage Wellness Program Beginning November 5Wednesdays | 25 minutes sessions from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Cost: $25 for Members / $50 for Not Yet Members / Veterans Special! Veterans pay just $15 for a 25-min massage during the month of November. Sign-up: Reserve your spot at…

*Original publication date: October 8, 2025* Plan, Plant & Preserve: Garden Design & Seed Saving Workshop Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 11:30 AM–1:00 PMPotluck lunch begins at 11:30 AM, program starts at noon Dig into garden inspiration and community connection with this two-part program designed for gardeners of all experience levels! Part 1: Identifying Plants…

*Original publication date: October 7, 2025* Make a splash at the YWCA! A new session of children & adult swim lessons begins on October 27. Session Dates: October 27 – December 13 (No classes November 24-29) Registration: September 15 – October 17 Weekly Private Lessons:  Please call or stop by the YWCA front desk to speak…

Raffle Baskets for the Domestic Violence Awareness Month on Display Now All proceeds benefit the Aid to Victims of Violence Program and are used to assist victims in our community.    Tickets will be on sale until 11/3 at 10am. Tickets for baskets: 2 for $5, 5 for $10 Themed baskets will include Wine &…

*Original publication date: October 7, 2025* Take a pause and show yourself the love you deserve. Join Usui Reiki Master Rhonda Giglio and Bodyflow Instructor Emilie Rawlings for a one-day retreat on letting go of judgment. The retreat will be held on Sunday, October 19, and will include meditation instruction, breathwork, a relaxing body flow,…

*Original publication date: October 7, 2025. November 11, 2025.* Flip Into Fall YWCA Gymnastics! Taught by experienced instructor Meryl Fish, these classes help kids build strength, coordination, and confidence through movement. Whether your child is just starting out or already cartwheeling, we’ve got a class for them! Want to try it out? Sign up for…

*Original publication date: October 6, 2025* Cortland Purple Tigers Basketball Training Program  Get game-ready for the winter season with coaches from the John Tobin Basketball League. This 4-week training program is designed for all Cortland Purple Tigers in grades 3–6 to sharpen their basketball skills, concepts, and conditioning—while having fun and building team spirit. At…

*Original publication date: October 6, 2025* The YWCA Cortland Mentoring program will participate in the Cortland Youth Bureau’s Annual Trunk or Treat event on Main Street on Saturday, October 25th, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The rain date will be the following day, October 26, at the same time and place. Updates about the event can…

*Original publication date: October 3, 2025* Thank you to everyone who joined us on Wednesday, October 1, at The Lookout at Hope Lake for the 6th Annual Chefs Take a Stand event to support the Aid to Victims of Violence program. The chefs, volunteers, YWCA & Greek Peak Staff, and the community who showed up…