CYCLE FOR KIDS - OCTOBER 24

The Countdown Is On!

We’re gearing up for YMCA Cycle for Kids, and there’s still time to hop on a bike, rally your crew and help make a difference for children and youth right here in Fredericton!

Join a team, create your own team or ride as an individual. However you choose to participate, you’ll be helping raise funds while enjoying a day packed with energy, community spirit and, yes, a little sweat!

Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

YMCA of Fredericton | 570 York Street

Raise more than your heart rate!

Every dollar raised through Cycle for Kids stays local, helping children and youth access subsidized YMCA memberships and vital Child and Youth Development programs at no cost.

Together, we can open doors and create opportunities for local kids who need a little extra support. And we can have a pretty great time doing it!

Ready to Ride?

Reserve your bike as an individual or gather your people and create a team. Riders will choose a 45-minute ride time closer to the event, with start times available between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Have Some Fun with It

Matching team shirts? Costumes? A wildly creative fundraising idea? We’re here for it! Show off your team spirit and you may even take home a prize.

Spread the Word

Share your fundraising goal and progress with friends, family and social media followers. Invite them to support your ride or come cheer you on!

BE THE SPARK THAT IGNITES POTENTIAL.

Grab your team, grab a bike and let’s get those wheels turning for Fredericton kids!

October 1: Start of new membership promotion

Start of monthly fitness challenge

October 3: Babysitter Training Course | 570 York Street | 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

October 12: Thanksgiving | No registered programs & no group fitness classes | 570 York Street | Holiday Hours 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |Fredericton North CLOSED

October 16, 17 & 18: Bronze Cross Course | Pool

October 24: Cycle For Kids | 570 York Street | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

October 26: Matcha Monday| 15% off matcha drinks from touch coffee machine

October 30, 31 & Nov. 1: Lifesaving Instructor Course

Meet Caleb!

Y Stories: Community in Action

For Caleb, attending Power Up Camp was an opportunity to step outside his comfort zone, build independence, and find community where he felt like he belonged.

His mom, Melissa shared that he was initiially nervous about attending and needed some encouragement to give camp a try.

But after that first day, something changed. Caleb came home excited, ready to go back the next morning, and eager to share everything he had done.

"He found a place where he felt like he belonged," Melissa recalled. Throughout camp, Caleb had the opportunity to try new things, connect with other young people

and discover shared interests. Whether he was playing football, participating in different activities, or heading out into the community, each experience gave him another opportunity to grow.

"I'm really happy that I decided to try camp because it turned out to be such a great experience," Caleb shared. "I enjoyed all the different activities, especially going to

Greener Village to make bread for their cleints and seeing everything they're working on - and the ice cream day at Happy Baker was awesome too!"

For Melissa, one of the most meaningful parts of the experience was seeing Caleb's confidence and independence grow. By the end of camp, he was comfortable walking into the Y on his own and genuinely excited to be there. What began with some hesitation became an experience he didn't want to end. That sense of belonging was more than excitement about camp - it reflected the confidence that can grow when a young person finds a place to belong, discovers new interests, and realizes their capabilities.

Learn more about opportunities for youth!

We are accepting nominations for the Peace Medallion

Sometimes the people making the biggest difference in our community are quietly doing the work every day.

As we look ahead to YMCA Peace Week, November 15–22, we are inviting our community to nominate an individual or group for the YMCA Peace Medallion.

The Peace Medallion recognizes those who demonstrate a commitment to building a more peaceful, inclusive and welcoming community. They may be a neighbour, volunteer, community group, colleague or local organization. What matters is the positive impact they are making in the lives of others.

Do you know someone who brings people together, creates a sense of belonging, advocates for others or simply makes our community a kinder place to live?

We want to hear their story!

Nominate someone who inspires you and help us celebrate the everyday peacemakers who make Fredericton and the surrounding community stronger. Just click on the button below to the online application form.

Stay tuned for more details about YMCA Peace Week 2026 and this year’s Peace Medallion presentation.

Nominate a peacemaker today!

Lifesaving Instructor Course

The Lifesaving Instructor Course prepares instructors to teach the Lifesaving Society's: Canadian Swim Patrol Program, Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Basic and Emergency First Aid, and CPR-A, CPR-B and CPR-C. If you would like to begin your journey to teaching youth how to become lifesavers, this is your first step.

Prerequisites: Minimum 15 years of age and Bronze Cross certification (need not be current).

Dates & Times:

October 30: 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

October 31: 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

November 1: 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Cost:

$200 (+HST)