End of Summer Closure

Aug. 25 - Sept. 1

Each year, in order to maintain our excellent water quality, we close the pool at the end of August to drain and refill it.

Continuing the tradition from the last three summers, this year we will be utilizing this period to both service the pool and provide our staff with a well-deserved break by fully shutting down the center.

The NECC facility will be closed from August 25th to September 1st.

We truly appreciate your support and understanding.

Pool Closing this Saturday at 9 am

Our pool will close at 9 am this Saturday, Aug. 23, after our limited water workout class, to begin our annual pool draining & maintenance process.

Limited water workout and lap swim 7-8 am times will run as usual before the pool closure.

Thank you for your understanding!

Thank you for Seven Wonderful Years

After seven wonderful years, I’ve decided to move on to my next adventure and leave my position at the NECC. The many things I will miss about the center do not make this goodbye an easy one.

I’ll miss the cherry trees in the spring and the sound of Zumba shaking the ceiling. I’ll miss Otter’s amazing water workout playlists and the giant stack of staff birthday cards we pass around each month. I’ll miss watching people pause to notice new art in the lobby, the excited giggles of toddlers coming in for their swim lessons, and the way the building looks covered in snow. Most of all, I’ll miss the people.

I am so grateful for all the amazing community members and staff I’ve been lucky to know over the years. In a time where people feel increasingly isolated and disconnected, I believe the NECC is a shining example of how we can come together and build community one small step at a time. I know that connection will continue long after I’m gone, and I look forward to hearing about all the ways the center grows in the years to come.

Best,

Elizabeth Hill

Operations Manager

Fall Swim Registration

We have spots in many of our fall swim classes. Don't miss out and register today!

Spots available as of today, 8/20:

• Infant/Toddler
• Swimming with Support
• Level 1
• Pre-Level 2
• Level 5
• Level 8
• Adult Lap Swim
• Adult/Teen Beginner
• Swim Club, Advanced Swim Club

Extra Open Swim Times this Week

Get extra fun time in the pool every day this week!

Grab your friends and family and take advantage of our week-long open swim times - this week only.

Open Swim Times Aug. 18th-22nd

• Monday - Thursday, from 4-6pm
• Friday, 4pm-7:45pm

We're Hiring Swim Instructors

We are hiring swim instructors for our the fall!

As an NECC swim instructor you will have the opportunity to teach swimmers of all ages to become lifelong swimmers, be part of our NECC community, and have access to our pool and gym.

Join our team today! Click here for full job description. Please feel free to share this with friends and family interested in applying!

Sunday Weekend Lap Swim and

Open Swim Times!

We're excited to announce that starting Sept. 7th, we offering lap swim and open swim on Sundays!

Sunday Lap Swim

7:05-9:05 am

Sunday Open Swim

9:30-11:30 am, Adult Open Swim

1-2:45 pm, All Ages Open Swim

Free Youth Breakdancing Show

this Friday!

Join us this Friday for a FREE breakdancing show where your child will get the chance to meet our fall after-school youth breakdancing teacher and learn new moves before signing up for our fall classes!

Breakdance Show (no registration required), Aug. 22, 4:15-5 pm, MPR, Free.

Fall Basketball Classes

Registration Open

Basketball FUNdamentals

(Ages 5-6 & 7-9):

In this fun-focused class, players will learn the essential skills of shooting, passing, and dribbling. Open to all skill levels!



Basketball Skills & Scrimmage

(Ages 10-13): 

Learn to master the art of shooting, passing, dribbling, and teamwork! Best for players with some previous basketball experience. 

We're Partnering with the Blazers Jr. NBA League!

We are thrilled to announce that this year our Youth Basketball League is partnering with the Blazers Jr. NBA program!

In this co-ed program, our players, ages 5-8, will have the opportunity to build new skills, compete against other teams, and even sport official Blazers Jr. NBA jerseys that they'll get to keep! All skill levels welcome.

Stay tuned for more registration details in upcoming newsletters.

Click here for more information!

Pop & Hip-Hop Classes

Marlon's Friday afternoon Pop and Hip-Hop youth dance classes are back! Registration is open now for Fall and Winter sessions with options for ages 6-12.

We expect spots to fill up quickly for these classes, so grab a spot before they're gone.

Pop + Hip-Hop Classes with Marlon.

After School Art Classes

We have the perfect fall activity for your child with our Youth Art Classes, every Tuesday afternoon, ages 5-12.

We have different themed classes all fall long! Click here for our class list.

In our Drawing People and Faces, students will develop techniques necessary to draw the human form and face. We will cover proportion, facial features, and other drawing from observation skills. This is a beginner-friendly course, and all drawing levels are welcome!

Fall Youth Art Classes, Tuesday Afternoons.

Drop-in Pickleball Schedule Adjustment this Friday

Our Drop-in pickleball will be adjusted to start at 5:30 pm on Aug. 22 to accommodate our Friday breakdancing show.

Thank you for your understanding. Check out our section below for our Fall Drop-in Sports Schedule that will start Sept. 2.

Fall Drop-in Sports Schedule

Our Fall Drop-in Sports Schedule is and starts Sept. 2. Click here for our full schedule!

Basketball

• Mondays, 10-11:50 am
• Tuesdays, 12:30-2 pm
• Thursdays, 12:30-2 pm

Pickleball

• Mondays, 1:15-2:45 pm
• Tuesdays, 7:15-8:50 am
• Wednesdays, 7:15-8:50 am, 1:15-2:45 pm, 6:15-7:45 pm
• Thursdays 7:15-8:50 am
• Fridays 1:15- 2:45 pm

New Fall Class, HIIT Reset

This lively and balanced class features 30 minutes of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) followed by 20 minutes of restorative stretches to maximize performance and recovery.

A wonderful way to power out the day and finish recovered. Suitable for all fitness levels, and included with membership.

HIIT Reset with Instructor Myles. Mondays & Wednesdays, 7-7:50pm. Starts Sept. 8.

September Equipment Orientation Dates

Join instructor Josh when we return from summer break for one of our fitness equipment orientations. Learn about how to use fitness equipment throughout our building, set goals with Josh, and even develop a sample workout program tailored to you.

Equipment Orientation. Sept. 2 or Sept. 15. Included in Membership.

This Saturday:

Warrior Rhythm Pop-Up Class

We are hosting a pop-up class instructed by Ellen de Werd, the creator and CEO of the Warrior Program.

This pop-up class is yoga + weights + HIIT + mindfulness rolled into one insanely rhythmic experience! Grab a yoga mat, and weights, and get ready for unconventional yoga flows and unforgettable playlists designed to unleash your inner wild thing!



Warrior Rhythm Pop-Up Class, Aug. 23, 10:30am, Drop-in, Free with membership.

Call for Yard Party Volunteers

NE Village - a program of NECC - is preparing for fall Yard Parties that will begin in late September and run through early November.

We need volunteers (age 18+) who love to rake, weed, prune, and mulch to sign up to help out at one or more of these popular Village member offerings.

Click here to sign up to be part of a Yard Party crew.

Reminder: Membership Dues Increasing Sept. 1



Starting September 1, 2025, our membership monthly dues are increasing. Our decision to increase membership dues is part of a broader effort to secure the NECC’s long-term financial stability and ensure the center remains a community asset for years to come. To read the full letter we sent, click here.

Insurance-Based Memberships

Our membership dues increase will not affect insurance-based memberships. We want to take a moment and thank our insurance-based members who make monthly donations to bridge the gap between what insurance providers reimburse and the actual cost of membership. Your generosity helps maintain our facilities and support the classes you enjoy.

If you are interested in increasing your monthly donation to help us close this gap, please contact our Front Desk at frontdesk@necommmunitycenter.org.