Health and Fitness evening classes

Cardio Pump: Muscle conditioning exercises for the entire body that can be adapted to any fitness level. Monday and Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 pm Splash: A high-energy water exercise class that consists of 30 to 35 minutes of aerobics followed by toning exercises and full-body conditioning, done in shallow and/or deep water. Tuesday and Thursday, 5-6 pm…

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Upcoming Health and Fitness Programs

Proactive Self Defense  (For ages 13+) Students will learn how to identify, avoid and retreat from dangerous situations.   Classes will be held on Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 pm, over a four-week session, January 27-February 17. Registration begins January 3.    Healthy Me Nutrition Learn what foods to eat to reach your health goals in a simple, sensible,…

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Holiday Closures

In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, YWCA Cortland will be closed December 24-27 and on the 31st. We will be open to the public with limited hours of operation, 9 am – 1 pm, December 28-30. The weight room will be open during these hours, but the pool will be closed, and…

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YWCA Seeks School Age Program Leader & Assistants

School Age Program Leader & Assistants Job Description:  Supervising children in the before and after school program, maintaining a safe, recreational environment, implementing activities, and completing required paperwork in a NYS OCFS licensed program.  Qualifications: Associates degree in Recreation or related field, minimum CDA, 9 credits in recreational education or High School Diploma with 1 year…

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YWCA Seeks Child Care Infant Assistant

Position: Here We Grow Child Care Infant Assistant Job Description: Assisting with the care and supervision of infants, aged 6 weeks to 18 months. Assisting with the maintenance of a safe and healthy environment. The assistant will work directly with a classroom teacher, and may on occasion be responsible for a small group of children on…

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YWCA Mask Policy Changes Mon., Dec. 13

Effective Monday, December 13, everyone must wear a mask at all times in YWCA Cortland buildings regardless of vaccination status. This includes the Here We Grow daycare center and the Clayton Ave. facility. Pool users will be required to wear a mask until they enter the water. We are updating our mask policy to comply with Governor…

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Mentoring Program Holiday Gift Assistance

Every year, Bridges for Kids, a service of our Mentoring program, helps families provide holiday gifts to over 150 children, and this year, YOU can help make the holidays merry and bright for local families experiencing trying times in three different ways: You can stop by YWCA Cortland Lobby to pick a child’s name off…

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YWCA Seeks to Hire Office Manager

Position: Office Manager Job Description: The Office Manager provides an environment where members and customers are treated in a friendly and helpful way. Responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the general office operations. In consultation with the Executive Director, organizes and priorities the workflow concerning staff, committee, Board members, clubs, and groups. Must…

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2021 Child Care “Cookie” Extravaganza

Holiday Linden Tree “Cookie” Ornaments on Sale 11/27 Proceeds benefit the Child Care program and support enrichment activities For the past 30+ years, dozens of members and supporters have baked trayfuls of delicious homemade cookies that volunteers then packaged into festively wrapped plates for the Child Care program to sell as a fundraiser. Due to…

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