Growing up as one of six children, my mom couldn’t get us to go to camp no matter how hard she tried… we all just wanted to play together! Clearly, we didn’t know about The Connection camp, because if we knew what we were missing, we would have begged to enroll every summer. Read More …
Think The Connection is an organization for women only? Think again! The Connection has been offering programs for women, men and children of all ages for decades!
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S.T.E.A.M. (or “STEM”) is the new buzz when it comes to education. Are you looking for more ideas to get your family involved? That’s easy – you are probably already doing a large part of it!
S.T.E.A.M. stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. It’s the AND that is the most important: the upcoming generations will be expected to think outside of the existing silos of each of those subjects independently. Read More …
My name is Vinson McCrea and I’m a trainer in our Fitness Center. I will be competing in my first Physique (“bodybuilding” for you who aren’t familiar with the term) Competition August 20th in New York City! I will be competing for a chance to earn my Pro Card at the IPL Pro/AM show. A number of members have asked Read More …
Think dance class is all about tutus and tap shoes? Think again! Dance class offers so many benefits beneath the surface. The Connection gives dancers ages one and a half through adults the opportunity to explore these benefits in our comprehensive dance and performing arts program. Read More …
For lots of tots ages 18 months to three years old, our “Messy Play” class is the place to indulge in sensory learning – a rice-filled baby pool, a water table, painting easels, and crafts galore! But the fun shouldn’t stop in the summer…water play is the perfect replacement! Read More …
Did you know that Total Facility Members at The Connection have free access to babysitting in our nursery? Liz and Sarah share some of their favorite things about The Connection’s nursery! Read More …
Summer is officially here and Camp has just begun! As a preschool teacher I am frequently asked: “What are the benefits to sending my 3 year old to camp?” And the answer is – there are so many! Here are just a few: Read More …
The Connection will be participating in The World’s Largest Swim Lesson, on Friday, June 24 at the Summit Family Aquatic Center!
The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ is an event to build awareness about the vital importance of teaching children to swim Read More …
On Saturday June 4th we hosted our very first Fitness Center Run/Walk. There were about 25 people who initially signed up and more than 75% of that group attended. At first the weekly forecast stated that it was going to rain, but to our benefit Saturday morning had clear skies Read More …