Canandaigua Aquatics, our competitive youth swim team, competed in the YMCA District Championships held at RIT’s Gordon Field House on Sunday, February 12. The team was represented by 78 swimmers, contributing to the 3rd place finish overall out of nine Rochester region teams. In the age group categories, our 13-14 females and 15-18 females placed 1st, 8 and under males placed 2nd and 9-10 males and 11-12 females placed 3rd.

Team members placed in the top 16 a total of 138 times and every one of the relay teams finished in the top 12. Three district meet records were set by Canandaigua swimmers including: Sarah Baxter in the Age 15-18 Female 200 yard Individual Medley; Dane Hoselton in the Age 13-14 male 100 yard backstroke; and Jessica Bellis, Heather Chrisman, Amelia Stash and Natalie Johnson in the Age 13-14 female 200 yard yard Freestyle Relay broke a record in place since 1998 and Alex Turek, Max Bennett, Thomas Chapman and Kyle Copper in the Age 9 – 10 Male Medley Relay broke a 1991 record.

Our swimmers achieved fourteen 1st place individual finishes, shared among seven swimmers including: Age 15-18 female Sarah Baxter in 50 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle and 200 Individual Medley; Age 13-14 Female Jessica Bellis in 500 Freestyle and 200 Individual Medley; Heather Chrisman in 200 freestyle; Age 13-14 male Dane Hoselton in 50 freestyle, 100 freestyle and 100 backstroke; Age 11-12 Female Kendall Ware in 200 Individual Medley; Age 9 – 10 Female Kaitlyn Ringhoff in 50 freestyle, 50 backstroke and 50 butterfly; Age 8 and Under Female Grace Snyder in 50 freestyle.

There were also four 1st place relay finishes including: Age 9-10 male Nik Gjonbalaj, Max Bennett, Thomas Chapman, Kyle Copper in 200 freestyle relay; Age 15-18 female Sarah Baxter, Abigail Sullivan, Erika Holland, Kylie Loforte in medley relay and Kylie Loforte, Allison D’Amato, Abigail Sullivan, Sarah Baxter in 200 freestyle relay; and age 13-14 female Natalie Johnson, Jessica Bellis, Heather Chrisman, Amelia Stash in 200 medley relay.

“The Canandaigua Aquatics swimmers performed exceptionally well once again,” stated Head Coach David Beckwith. “Our coaching staff is exceptional and the swimmers meet and exceed expectations again and again.”

The Canandaigua team ended their regular season with a record of 6-1-1.

See all the records at the Canandaigua Aquatics website. We are so proud of each and everyone of you. GREAT JOB! Here is the boys 9 – 10 medley relay, who broke a team record set back in 1991. The boys took 2nd overall in the event with a time of 2:27.37. Congratulations Kyle Copper, Thomas Chapman, Alex Turek and Max Bennett, pictured with coach Chris Ware.

As the end of the regular swim season comes to a close, the five graduating seniors were celebrated for their many years and many achievements as part of Canandaigua Aquatics. From left are Nick Ringhoff, Jared Sharza, Sarah Benson, Megan McCormick and Kate McCormick.

]]> http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/2011/12/23/congratulations-aquatics/feed/ 0 http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/2011/12/20/y-in-the-news/ http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/2011/12/20/y-in-the-news/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:25:52 +0000 lindseyh http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/?p=2537 Father Daughter Dance at Wegmans in Canandaigua
February 9 was a very special night for fathers because they got to spin their little angel around the dance floor at the Father Daughter Dance. It really was an amazing night for the dancers and non-dancers. More than 45 girls came with their father to dance around and get their picture taken by Chesler Photography. It will be an evening never to be forgotten. Thank you to Sweet Expressions who donated a huge bag of candy to each girl and Stella’s Florist for donating corsages for each little princesses.

Thank you fathers for coming with your little girls. Here are some photos courtesy of Mike Murphy at Messenger Post Media. Also here is a video of the nights festivities by Mike Murphy at the Daily Messenger.

Working out at the Y!
We were featured in the Daily Messenger regarding bringing your workout indoors during the winter months. Ingrid Lagoe from our Train 2 Tri program was interviewed. She emphasized the importance of staying in shape no matter the season. It is critical to maintain rather than starting from scratch.

Read more on ways you can bring your workout into the Y, and see some familiar faces in action in the wellness center!!!

Here are some pictures by Jack Haley for the article.

BE GREEN, GET GREEN; Help the earth and the Y at the same time. Bring your packets to the Y.

Here is a list of all the products:

We want to celebrate all of the Active Older Adults in our community, so we have a whole week of events planned for you; May 23 – May 27. Our focus this year is on tools for everyday living. Our friends at the American Red Cross will be on hand teaching CPR and the Heimlich maneuver.

The delicious lunch and learn on Wednesday, May 25 will be with retired health instructor from Marcus Whitman and current YMCA lifeguard, Ellen Monagan, who will present on SLEEP! Sleep deprivation is a huge issue in Americans. People constantly battle counting the sheep. Monagan will present on the close relationship between a persons’ health and sleep. The catered lunch will be an assortment of Asian inspired food from Wegmans.

For more information and registration for senior week stop at the Welcome Desk by May 23! Call your insurance company now to learn about Silver Sneakers or the Go-Getter’s program. Please also feel free to contact Marianne Timms, active older adult’s coordinator, at 585-394-6866 with any questions!

]]> http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/2011/05/05/national-older-americans-month/feed/ 0 http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/2011/03/25/finger-lakes-riesling-festival/ http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/2011/03/25/finger-lakes-riesling-festival/#comments Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:15:46 +0000 johnallison http://www.canandaigua-ymca.org/?p=1281 Riesling 5K Run
Saturday, August 13 – 9 a.m.
Run it out before you enjoy all of the Riesling. Join us for the 2nd Annual Riesling Run 5K to benefit the Canandaigua YMCA. Utilizing the former jean Mitchell 5k certified course, the run begins across from the Y at the courthouse.
Cost: $20 thru 8/12
$25 Race Day
Register by stopping in the Canandaigua Y or visit RieslingFestival.com or Active.com.

August 13 & 14

The Finger Lakes Riesling Festival, the official Mile of Family Fun, NEEDS YOUR HELP to make the event bigger and better than ever before! Sign up today to be a sponsor, volunteer or vendor! Contact Lindsey Harter at Lindsey@canandaigua-ymca.org for more information.

The festival has raised more than $60,000 for the Canandaigua Y’s Caring for Kids campaign. Caring for Kids gives opportunities to people in this community who would otherwise be unable to afford the programs and services of the Y.

Have you been hibernating all winter long? Well it’s time to get the family out and moving around!

Families are invited to take a Time Out to PLAY at the Canandaigua Y. On Saturday April 9, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Y will be an open playground for kids and adults to have fun. Many local businesses and organizations will be on hand at the Canandaigua Y including: Wegmans with healthy treats, Red Cross and Safe Child, where parents can have pictures and finger prints taken of their children. Other activities will include Zumba, bounce houses, Chris Wilkinson the Magic Guy – starting at 1 p.m., and so much more for kids and parents! Activities are FREE and open to ALL!

For more information contact Todd Freelove at TFreelove@canandaigua-ymca.org

Thurman Thomas at the Ontario Charities Classic Golf Tournament

The snow is melting, so pull out the clubs because golf season is upon us! We are thrilled to announce that Thurman Thomas will be our celebrity guest at this year’s Ontario Charities Classic Golf Tournament. For 22 years OCC has helped raise money for local independent Y’s and many other charities in Ontario County.

This year’s tournament is set for June 29, 2011 at Centerpointe Golf & Country Club. Visit www.occlassics.org to learn more about the tournament, register to play, or become a sponsor of this event.

3 on 3 basketball Tournament

July may seem like a lifetime away, but in reality it is only 4 months away, and it is time to start planning your summer. Sign up now for the 3 on 3 basketball tournament taking place on July 23, 2011 at Wegmans Canandaigua. Register a team or sign up to be a sponsor or volunteer! It’s a great way to play ball outside during the summer.

Please contact Michele Albrecht at malbrecht@canandaigua-ymca.org.

Riesling 5K Run

Saturday, August 13 – 9 a.m.
Run it out before you enjoy all of the Riesling. Join us for the 2nd Annual Riesling Run 5K to benefit the Canandaigua YMCA. Utilizing the former jean Mitchell 5k certified course, the run begins across from the Y at the courthouse.

Cost: $20 thru 8/12
$25 Race Day

Register by stopping in the Canandaigua Y or visit RieslingFestival.com or Active.com.

Finger Lakes Riesling Festival

August 13 & 14

The Finger Lakes Riesling Festival, the official Mile of Family Fun, NEEDS YOUR HELP to make the event bigger and better than ever before! Sign up today to be a sponsor, volunteer or vendor! Contact Lindsey Harter at Lindsey@canandaigua-ymca.org for more information.

The festival has raised more than $60,000 for the Canandaigua Y’s Caring for Kids campaign. Caring for Kids gives opportunities to people in this community who would otherwise be unable to afford the programs and services of the Y.

For more information Download this information brochure here or email tri@canandaigua-ymca.org

You get:
•    Weekly workouts specific to race distance
•    Once per week group training session led by USA-Triathlon certified coaches
•    Group training schedule
•    Online access to all your workouts
•    Group support to keep you motivated
•    Childwatch for Y members

All fitness levels welcome. All participants must complete an initial assessment.

Set a goal, train for it, achieve it!