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Spring Schedule Updates

  • April 23, 2025

Community Update: Schedule Changes You Should Know About! Hey everyone! We’ve got a few important updates to help you plan your week and make the most of everything at our facilities. Check them out below: NinjAdventure Zone – Special Hours This Friday!Heads up, adventurers! The NinjAdventure Zone will be open from 10...

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Spring II Registration is Here – Get Ready to Jump, Swim, Climb & Kick! 

  • April 11, 2025

Spring is in full swing, and so is our excitement for Spring II programs! Whether your child is a future black belt, a water-loving swimmer, a bold rock climber, or a stealthy ninja-in-training, we’ve got the perfect class to keep them active, learning, and having fun. Registration Opens Soon – Don’t...

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Grow With Us: Garden Plot Rentals, Seedling Sale & Youth Garden Programs

  • April 09, 2025

Spring is blooming at the AYCC, and we’re thrilled to invite the community to “dig in” and grow with us through our Gardens & Greenhouse Programs! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a curious beginner, or just looking to support local youth and fresh food initiatives, we’ve got something for everyone this...

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Understanding Our Updated Guest Fees: Why the Change and What It Means for You

  • April 01, 2025

The AYCC is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive space where individuals and families can pursue health, wellness, and community engagement. Whether you visit for fitness, swim lessons, youth programs, or simply to enjoy our facilities, we appreciate the role we play in your well-being.  To continue improving our services, maintaining...

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Exciting Updates to Our Child Watch Program – New Schedule & Location!

  • March 26, 2025

We’re making some important updates to our Child Watch program to better serve our families! Starting March 31, our new schedule will be: Monday – Friday 9:00 – 11:00 AM Moving to the First Floor! Important Notes: Child Watch will be available only during the school year (not during summer, school vacation days, or snow...

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Making a Splash: 2025 Polar Plunge Raises Over $40,000 for a Great Cause!

  • March 25, 2025

Making a Splash: 2025 Polar Plunge Raises Over $40,000 for a Great Cause! This past weekend, the 2025 Polar Plunge proved once again that a little cold can’t stop a warm-hearted community! With 135 fearless participants taking the plunge into icy waters, the event was a resounding success, raising an incredible...

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Mid-Maine Dolphins Welcome New Head Coach to Lead Swim Team to Success

  • March 12, 2025

Waterville, Maine – March 12, 2025 – The Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Matt Reed as the Head Coach for the Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team. Reed brings over a decade of coaching experience at the YMCA, USA Swimming, and high school levels to the Mid-Maine...

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Unlock the Benefits of Karate at the AYCC – Build Confidence, Focus & Strength

  • February 26, 2025

Did you know karate can help your child develop essential life skills going beyond the dojo? At the AYCC, our martial arts programs have been carefully designed to promote discipline, focus, confidence, and physical fitness while ensuring a fun and supportive environment for every participant. Why Enroll in Martial Arts at...

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Workforce Readiness Launch

  • January 30, 2025

Alfond Youth & Community Center Offers Free Workforce Readiness Program for Teens and Young Adults Waterville, Maine – January 27, 2025 – The Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) is proud to announce the launch of its Workforce Readiness Program, a free initiative designed to prepare teens and young adults, ages...

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