The Voices of Happy Members!

The Meadowlands Area YMCA appreciates our Members and the communities that we serve and realize they are our biggest assets. The YMCA is an active organization that provides worldwide fellowship of men, women and children.

Helping Children and youth deepen positive values, their commitment to service and their motivation to learn
Helping Families build stronger bonds, spend time together and become more engaged with their communities
Helping Individuals strengthen their spiritual, mental and physical well-being.

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STARFISH PROGRAM - Swimming program designed for children with moderate to severe neurological, physical or social challenges

Let's add 15 minutes more to Hailey's lessons so we finish prior to the pool closing.

A short note to thank you and the staff for your care of our children. He has grown and learned so much during his time at the Y. We know you adore him as much as we do. Thank you again for everything.

I wanted to write you to tell you that my family and I are very happy with the camp program this summer! The counselors are attentive, the kids are busy and happy and active and my daughter loves the program. Miss Claire at Lincoln school site in Rutherford is awesome.

My children have been attending the YMCA swim program for a few years including this current summer ( Minnow 5:00PM class ). I would like you to know that my children have learned many swimming techniques from their instructor Mr. Patel. I can say that Mr. Patel is very friendly with his students and does not force them to perform swimming techniques beyond their ability.

For your reference, both of my children look forward to having Mr. Patel as their instructor again.

STARFISH PROGRAM - Swimming program designed for children with moderate to severe neurological, physical or social challenges

When I was seeking a summer program for my special needs child, I cannot tell you how much time I spent on the Internet. Then, my Mom suggested the YMCA and I didn't know there was one in the area. Our family was heavily involved with the YMCA in central NJ over the years.

When I discovered the starfish program, I was floored because of the services offered. I immediately jumped at the opportunity and I was concerned that we wouldn't get a spot. My daughter LOVED the program and the instructors, Sarrah and Kim. These ladies were patient, professional, made the experience fun and extremely enjoyable for my daughter. My daughter felt very "safe and comfortable" with Sarrah in particular. I only wish that the program ran longer!

I truly hope that this program will stay in tact, because the YMCA is offering a hard-to-find service for children with special needs. If our scheduling permits, I will be enrolling my daughter again because the experience was so positive. In addition, I hope that this program may be held on a Saturday or Sunday so we can enroll.

I am writing to tell you how very pleased I am with the YMCA Aquatics Program, and more specifically with the Preschool Swim Lessons. My four year old son was quite afraid of being in any water that was more than a foot high. He has made tremendous progress in only four weeks and I caught him smiling at his last lesson!

I want to especially thank the instructors that are currently teaching the Spring Session lessons in Rutherford on Saturday mornings. Their dedication continues to help my son cope with his fear and gain confidence in his abilities both in and out of the water. I plan on purchasing a full year family membership in hopes of expanding our participation in the Meadowlands YMCA programs.

STARFISH PROGRAM - Swimming program designed for children with moderate to severe neurological, physical or social challenges

My husband and I were very pleased with the starfish program during this summer. My 8 year old autistic child benefitted greatly from the caring nature of the instructors, especially Sarrah Grimes. My daughter learned so much, especially how to be more comfortable in the water. Much of what she was taught we reinforced on our most recent vacation. She was floating and paddling back and forth in the swimming pools, even going under the water a few times. Thank you for your time.