pr ogram guide

KENT COUNTY YMCA
SPRING 2014
PROGRAM GUIDE
A branch of the YMCA of Greater
Providence
BE HEALTHY
BE STRONG
BELONG
FEBRUARY 24 - APRIL 20
APRIL 28 - JUNE 22
KENT COUNTY YMCA a branch of the
YMCA of GREATER PROVIDENCE
Feel HEALTHIER, be STRONGER, together.
YMCA MISSION
The mission of the YMCA of Greater Providence is to build healthy spirit mind
and body for all, through programs, services and relationships that are based
on our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
YMCA OF GREATER PROVIDENCE
As a member of the YMCA of Greater Providence, you are a member of all the branches listed
below. Your YMCA membership may also be used at other YMCAs in and out-of-state. Check
with your branches’ Member Welcome Center for reciprocal YMCA information.
BAYSIDE FAMILY YMCA
70 West St. Barrington, RI 02806
401-245-2444
CRANSTON YMCA
1225 Park Ave. Cranston, RI 02910
401-943-0444
EAST SIDE/MT. HOPE YMCA
438 Hope St. Providence, RI
02906 401-521-0155
KENT COUNTY YMCA
900 Centerville Rd. Warwick, RI 02886
401-828-0130
NEWMAN YMCA
472 Taunton Ave. Seekonk, MA 02771
508-336-7103
PROVIDENCE YOUTH SERVICES YMCA
371 Pine St. Providence, RI 02903
401-456-0604
SOUTH COUNTY YMCA
165 Broad Rock Rd. Peace Dale, RI 02883
401-783-3900
WEST BAY FAMILY YMCA
7540 Post Road N. Kingstown, RI 02852
401-295-6501
YMCA CAMP FULLER ( resident camp )
619 Camp Fuller Rd. Wakefield, RI 02879
401-783-5359
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - Friday
5:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Saturday & Sunday
6:00 AM - 6:45 PM
For your convenience, our locker rooms are open for 15 minutes
after closing.
2014 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Easter
4/20
closed
Memorial Day
5/26
closed
4th of July
7/4
6 AM-11:45 AM
Camp Closed
Labor Day
9/1
6 AM-11:45 AM
Thanksgiving
11/27
6 AM-10:45 AM
Christmas Eve
12/24
5 AM-2 PM
Christmas Day
12/25
closed
New Years Eve
12/31
5 AM-6 PM
New Years Day
1/1
12 PM-4 PM
KENT COUNTY YMCA
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Paula Jacobson, Executive Director
pjacobson@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 235
Cory Guglietti, Operations Director
cguglietti@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 217
Mark Bombard, Aquatics Director
mbombard@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 211
Patricia Driscoll, Welcome Center Director
pdriscoll@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 207
Josie Dutil, Sr. Program Director
Health & Wellness/Recreation
jdutil@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 234
Michael Longtin, Facilities Director
mlongtin@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 214
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MEMBERSHIP RATES &
POLICIES
3
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
4
Primary Care Partners
CPR & First Aid
6
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
7
Y’s Owl Preschool
Kindergarten Wrap Enrichment
Out of School Time Programs
Swim Lessons
Youth Sports
Youth Classes
Beau Lucas, Summer Camp Director
blucas@gpymca.org
401.952.6571
Kristen Petrarca, OST Director
kpetrarca@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 232
Preschool Enrichment
Dance
Gymnastics
Martial Arts
Susan Shanley, Sr. Program Director
Y’s Owl Nursery School & AFC
sshanley@gpymca.org
401.828.0130 ext. 256
HEALTHY LIVING
Session I: February 24-April 20
Session II: April 28-June 22
YMCA MEMBER
COMMUNITY
MEMBER
Spring I:
Spring II:
1/27
3/24
Spring I:
Spring II:
2/3
3/31
9
10
10
11-12
13-14
15-18
15
15
16-18
18
2
Birthday Parties
SPRING SESSION
REGISTRATION DATES
6
Health & Wellness
Personal Training
Personal Fitness Classes
Group Exercise
Cycling Classes
Yoga
Adult Aquatics
Adult Sports Leagues
LIVESTRONG®
Active Older Adults
Family Time
Special Health Initiatives
19
20-33
21-26
21-22
22-23
24
25
26
27-28
28
29
30
31-32
33
membership rates
CATEGORY
MONTHLY DRAFT
YOUTH/TEEN
0-19 years
$19.95
YOUNG ADULT
20-26 years
$29.95
ADULT
27-61 years
$44.95
COUPLE
2 adults living in the same household, dependent
upon one another.
$59.95
SENIOR
62 years & older
$39.95
SENIOR COUPLE
Two adults 62 years & older living in the same
household, dependent upon one another.
$49.95
1-PARENT FAMILY
One adult with children up to the age of 26 years
who are living in the household.
$59.95
FAMILY
Permanent household with two adults, children up
to the age of 26 years, and seniors over the age of
62 years living in the household.
$69.95
** A Joiners Fee equivalent to 1-month’s memberships fees will be assessed at the start of the membership.
Class Cancellation & Program
Credit Policy

If the YMCA cancels a class, members are
entitled to a full refund or YMCA credit.

Classes cancelled due to unexpected weather
events are not eligible for credit or refund.

Any credits must be approved by the program
director.

Classes missed by participants due to
personal reasons will not be credited or
refunded unless accompanied by a doctor’s
note within the same session.

Classes cancelled by a member before the
first class will result in a system credit.
(minimum 24 hours prior)

After the first class but before second class,
a 50% system credit will be issued. After the
second class, no credit or refund will be
issued.
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My Y is Every Y in New England
Your YMCA membership card will provide you
free access** to any YMCA membership facility
in New England.
Since we focus on healthy living, we want you to
stay active and keep moving! Now, we've made
sure there is a Y wherever you are. So get out
and explore New England, visit friends and
relatives, and remember to take your Y card and
a photo id with you.
Some restrictions may apply so please check the
Y you plan to visit by going to their website and
clicking on My Y is Every Y to learn more.
**Primary use of your Y membership should take place at
the branch where you were enrolled - your home branch.
We welcome the reasonable use of our facilities by
reciprocal agreement and reserve the right to determine
abuse and limit or terminate use on an individual basis.
Participants may not be eligible for member program rates
at reciprocal locations.
The Y is about the connections, support and inspiration people
give and receive through interactions with staff and other
members. The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident,
connected, and secure children, adults, families and communities. Every day our
impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a
child and when a community comes together for the common good.
Here’s what your Y is doing for you...
member get member campaign
my health at the Y
We know that working out is more fun with a
friend. Besides building a stronger relationship,
you also gain the confidence to stay motivated
and accountable so you’re on the right track to
achieve your fitness goals. At the Y, we’re
making the benefits of having a workout buddy
even sweeter.
As a current member of the Y, if you refer a
friend and they maintain their membership for a
minimum of 3 months you will get a FREE month
of membership!
And the best part is that there is no limit to the
number of friends that you refer. Refer 12
friends and that’s a whole year of free
membership for you!
A personalized web-based health coaching
program that supports Y members in a variety
of lifestyle change efforts, including stress
management, regular exercise, depression
prevention, smoking cessation, healthy eating
and weight management. Simply go to
www.prochange.com/ymyhealth to try the FREE
Health Risk Intervention.
Living Fit! BlueCHiP® for
Medicare
Become a full member of the Y for only
$5/month!
Being active is one way you may improve your
quality of life and help prevent or control
conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
Members receive the Living Fit
benefit, which provides an unlimiteduse membership at
any network
health club
facility for
just $5 per
month. You pay
month-to-month,
and you may cancel
your membership at
any time.
free health & wellness
consultation
All new members can enjoy a free Health &
Wellness consultation with one of our Member
Navigators! This one-on-one conversation will
help you understand all of the resources you
have available at the Y to support your journey
towards a healthy lifestyle. We encourage you
to contact one of our specially trained Member
Navigators to set up an appointment today.
military outreach initiative
YMCA of the USA, the Armed Services YMCA and
the Department of Defense have launched the
YMCA Military Outreach Initiative to address the
needs of families of deployed military
personnel who live far from a military
installation and require access to child
development, family strengthening, and
health and well-being programming. This
initiative offers YMCA memberships to
eligible military families and personnel
who may not have access to a nearby
military facility. Please contact any
Membership staff for eligibility
information.
GIVING BACK AND PROVIDING SUPPORT TO OUR NEIGHBORS
SOCIAL
RESPONSIBILITY
The Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical social needs
for 160 years. Whether developing skills or emotional well-being through education and
training, welcoming and connecting diverse demographic populations through global
services, or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through
collaborations with policymakers, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and
deserve.
YMCA financial assistance
fund
When you give to the Y you continue to
strengthen our community and move us
forward as the nation’s leading nonprofit for
youth development, healthy living and social
responsibility.
Each and every day we focus on being there
when our friends and neighbors need us the
most. We rely on the generosity of our
neighbors and community to help people of all
ages and from all walks of life use the YMCA
and its programs regardless of their ability to
pay. When you give to the Y your gift has a
meaningful, enduring impact right in your own
neighborhood.
The Y is and always will
be dedicated to
building healthy,
confident, connected
and secure children,
adults, families and
communities. Every
day our impact is
felt when an
individual makes a
healthy choice,
when a mentor
inspires a child and
when a community
comes together for
the common good.
The YMCA is a 501(c)(3) charitable
organization. Financial Assistance is available
through donor support. Once a year, we hold a
campaign that raises the funds from our
members and community to help support our
financial assistance program. When a
volunteer asks you to donate, please consider
a gift!
If you are interested in helping please contact
Paula Jacobson, pjacobson@gpymca.org today!
blood drives
Together with the RI Blood Center, Kent County
YMCA members are saving lives! 2014 dates
are as follows:
APRIL 4TH
JUNE 6TH
AUGUST 1ST
SEPTEMBER 26TH
NOVEMBER 21ST
All drives are held from 11 AM - 2 PM.
Primary Care Partners (PCP)
The Kent County Y has joined forces with
Primary Care Partners to help our members in
improving their overall health and wellness.
Nutrition, exercise and other strategies are
discussed and patients are encouraged to meet
with our onsite Member Navigators from the
YMCA to develop a personal wellness plan.
Patients may benefit from a wide range of
services and personalized supports, such as:
Sick Visits
Wellness Visits
Disease Management
Diagnostic Testing
Women’s Health
Routine Physicals
To schedule an appointment call: 401-384-6007
cpr & first aid classes
CPR-AED FOR THE COMMUNITY AND
WORKPLACE
Ages 16+
$50 members/$100 community members
The American Safety and Health Institute
(ASHI) program for CPR-AED for the Community
and Workplace teaches how to properly
perform CPR and use an AED device.
FEBRUARY 4, 2014
MARCH 4, 2014
APRIL 1, 2014
MAY 6, 2014
JUNE 3, 2014
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
FIRST AID
Ages 16+
$40 members/$80 community members
This American Safety and Health Institute
(ASHI) program teaches how to properly apply
first aid skills to save lives and reduce recovery
time.
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FEBRUARY 18, 2014
MARCH 18, 2014
APRIL 15, 2014
MAY 20, 2014
JUNE 17, 2014
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
6:30-8:30 PM
YOUTH
DEVELOPMENT
NURTURING THE POTENTIAL OF EVERY CHILD AND TEEN
We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what
they can achieve. That’s why, through the Y, millions of youth today are cultivating
the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and
educational achievement.
P
M
U
J
get a
on SUMMER!
Registration for the 2014 Camp
season begins in early February!!
REGISTER ONLINE UNTIL MAY 9th
NEW FOR 2014! We’re
extending our camp day!
This year camp will run until 6
PM with no extra afternoon
extended care charges for you!
Now there’s no excuse not to
STAY and PLAY!
COME SEE WHAT CAMP IS ALL ABOUT!
Join us for an information session:
THURSDAY, April 24, 2014
6:30-8:30 PM
SATURDAY, May 17, 2014
1:00-2:00 PM
OR VISIT US ON HEALTHY KIDS DAY 4/26!
Save $$$ by
registering before
May 9th with our
early bird rates.
y’s owl nursery school
NURTURING the POTENTIAL in EVERY CHILD for
over 50 years.
The Kent County YMCA has been offering Y’s Owl Nursery School to children ages 3-5 in
the Kent County community for over fifty years. The program is state licensed by the
Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families. Our program offers your child a
warm, supportive environment that fosters the development of healthy self-esteem and
encourages personal growth. Your child will enjoy a variety of mind-enriching activities
that encourage creativity and individuality.
Your child will be guided and cared for by teachers selected for their training, certification,
experience and remarkable sensitivity to the needs of preschoolers. Our staff is comprised
of certified early childhood teachers and trained assistants. The school maintains a 1 to 8
ratio of staff to children.
The Y’s Owl Nursery School operates from September through early June.
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2014/2015 SCHOOL IS CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED.
A $100 deposit is due at the time of registration (non-refundable after
6/1/14).
For more information or to schedule a tour, contact Susan Shanley at 828-0130 ext.256
or sshanley@gpymca.org.
2014/2015 RATES
AM SESSION: 9 - 11:30 AM
PM SESSION:12:30 - 3:00 PM
Member
Community Member
$3115
$335
$6130
$670
$2665
$285
$5230
$570
$2485
$265
$4870
$530
5 DAY (Mon - Fri)
Yearly
Monthly
3 DAY (Mon/Wed/Fri)
Yearly
Monthly
2 DAY (Tues/Thurs)
Yearly
Monthly
ADD-ON OPTIONS
Early owls
$10 per day
Lunch bunch
8-9 AM
11:30 12:30 PM
Full day options
8 AM - 3 PM
$648 per month (5 day)
$548 per month (3 day)
$498 per month (2 day)
(Early owls, AM Y’s Owl,
Lunch bunch, PM Y’s Owl)
$10 per day
NEW
Full Day
Options!
before & after school
locations
At the Y, we believe all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they
can achieve. In our after school programs, hundreds of youth are cultivating the values, skills
and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement.
COVENTRY
Blackrock, H. Hill and Tiogue
AM Site: H. Hill
PM Site: Blackrock
EAST GREENWICH
Serving all EG elementary schools
AM/PM Site: Meadowbrook Farms
WARWICK
C. Hill, Scott, Robertson, Wickes,
Greenwood, Park & Warwick Neck
AM/PM Site: KCYMCA, Champlin Lodge
WEST WARWICK
Serving all WW elementary schools
AM Site: Horgan
PM Sites: Horgan, Greenbush & W. Hills
out of school time (OST)
CHILD CARE PROGRAMS
2013/2014 School Year Rates
5-DAY Program
MEMBER
AM
PM
AM/PM
$57
$97
$148
COMMUNITY MEMBER
$78
$110
$170
Daily Options (Members Only)
1-DAY
$25
$35
$58
2-DAY
$35
$59
$95
3-DAY
$42
$74
$110
4-DAY
$48
$85
$126
kindergarten wrap enrichment
Our kindergarten enrichment program is specially designed to provide an excellent complement to
the kindergarten portion of the school day. Open to students in morning and afternoon
kindergarten, the program will provide daily opportunities for exploration, creativity and selfexpression. A weekly swim lesson and physical education class are included for full-time PM
participants. Children attending Coventry and Warwick public schools will be transported to the
YMCA for no additional fee.
Licensed by the Department of Children Youth and Families and staffed by qualified, certified
elementary school educators.
school vacation week programs
The Kent County YMCA provides full day care during school vacation weeks and most school
holidays. Contact our OST Director for more information and specific schedules.
youth swim lessons
parent/child
(6 months - 3 years)
preschool (ages 3-5)
$63 member/$105 community member
PRESCHOOL I BEGINNER
PARENT/INFANT SWIM CLASSES
(FORMERLY SKIP)
Ages 6-36 Months with Parent
This class introduces infants to a safe
aquatic environment, while providing a
positive hands-on experience for both.
Skills such as blowing bubbles, kicking and
floating are introduced. This is a
wonderful opportunity to build a trusting
relationship with your child and meet other
parents and children while participating in
an enjoyable physical activity.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
10:40-11:10 AM
9:25-9:55 AM
10:40-11:10 AM
9:25-9:55 AM
5:55 - 6:25 PM
9:40-10:10 AM
4:05-4:35 PM**
9:35-10:05 AM
PARENT/CHILD SPECIALTY CLASS
(FORMERLY PIKE WITH PARENT)
$63 member/$105 community member
(FORMERLY PIKE)
This introductory class is designed for the
pre- school age child. With the use of
instructional flotation devices, children
learn the basic swim skills, pool rules and
water safety. Skills include kicking,
paddling, and floating on their stomach and
back, and putting their face in the water,
With progression, swimmers will learn to
jump into the pool and begin to swim
without a flotation device.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Ages 3-5 with Parent
This class is designed for preschoolers not
yet ready to take a swim lesson
independently. With a focus on
encouraging self esteem and building
trusting relationships, this class teaches
the basic swimming techniques and
prepares the child for classes without
parents. Basic skills include bubble
blowing, floating, kicking and water safety.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
10:05-10:35 AM
4:20-4:50 PM
10:00-10:30 AM
10:05-10:35PM
4:20-4:50PM
10:00-10:30 AM
11:05-11:35AM
11:00-11:30 AM
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
10:40-11:10 AM
2:45-3:15 PM
4:20-4:50 PM
5:45-6:15 PM
9:25-9:55 AM
10:35-11:05 AM
2:25-2:55 PM
5:10-5:40 PM**
10:05-10:35 AM
4:20-4:50 PM
9:25-9:55 AM
1:15-1:45 PM
5:55 - 6:25 PM
5:10-5:40 PM**
9:40-10:10 AM
11:05-11:35 AM
4:40-5:10 PM**
9:35-10:05 AM
11:00-11:30 AM
PRESCHOOL II ADVANCED
(FORMERLY EEL/RAY/STARFISH)
This class is designed for children able to
swim 10-15 yards without flotation aid
and instructor support. Children will work
on improving basic freestyle swimming with
rotary breathing, basic backstroke, kicking,
floating and diving.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
10:05-10:35 AM
10:40-11:10 AM
2:45-3:15 PM
4:20-4:50 PM
5:45-6:15 PM
9:25-9:55 AM
10:35-11:05 AM
2:25-2:55 PM
5:10-5:40 PM**
10:05-10:35 AM
4:20-4:50 PM
9:25-9:55 AM
1:15-1:45 PM
5:55 - 6:25 PM
4:20-5:05 PM**
** denotes classes being offered during Spring 1 session only.
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
9:40-10:10 AM
11:05-11:35 AM
9:35-10:05 AM
11:00-11:30 AM
youth (ages 6-12)
$63 member/$105 community member
(FORMERLY POLLIWOG)
This introductory level class for school-age
children will teach stroke work and proper form
for basic freestyle and backstroke and
introduce breaststroke. Skills also include
floating, kicking, and rotary breathing.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
3:30-4:15 PM
4:55-5:40 PM
4:20-5:05 PM**
5:45-6:30 PM**
3:30-4:15 PM
4:55-5:40 PM
6:30-7:15 PM
8:50-9:35 AM
10:15-11:00 AM
10:10-10:55 AM
11:35-12:20 AM
LEVEL II INTERMEDIATE
The intent of this class is to build confidence
and further develop skills for school-age
children. Focus will be on learning basic front
crawl stroke and back stroke while increasing
endurance. The four main competitive strokes
will also be introduced. The class will build on
the swimmers’ overall knowledge and skills and
introduce diving skills. Participants must be
able to swim the full length of the pool without
stopping, demonstrating a basic front crawl
stroke with rotary breathing.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
THURSDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
3:30-4:15 PM
4:55-5:40 PM
4:20-5:05 PM**
5:45-6:30 PM**
3:30-4:15 PM
4:55-5:40 PM
6:30-7:15 PM
8:50-9:35 AM
10:15-11:00 AM
10:10-10:55 AM
11:35-12:20 AM
LEVEL III ADVANCED
(FORMERLY MINNOW)
This class is for children who are comfortable
swimming several lengths of the pool. The
focus will be on refining the four main
competitive swim strokes, techniques,
increasing endurance and introduction of new
strokes while building on the swimmers’ overall
3:30-4:15 PM
4:55-5:40 PM
3:30-4:15 PM
4:55-5:40 PM
6:30-7:15 PM
8:50-9:35 AM
10:15-11:00 AM
10:10-10:55 AM
11:35-12:20 AM
STROKE & ENDURANCE
(FORMERLY FISH/FLYING FISH/ SHARK)
Your child will continue refining all five main
strokes, included inverted breaststroke,
trudges crawl, and elementary backstroke with
a focus on improving efficiency and endurance.
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
(FORMERLY GUPPY)
MONDAY
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
LEVEL I BEGINNER
MONDAY
knowledge and skills. Participants must be
able to swim several lengths of the pool
without stopping, demonstrating a strong front
crawl stroke with rotary breathing and a strong
back stroke.
4:55-5:40 PM
3:30-4:15 PM
4:55-5:40 PM
6:30-7:15 PM
8:50-9:35 AM
10:15-11:00 AM
10:10-10:55 AM
11:35-12:20 AM
NEW!! INTRO TO COMPETITIVE SWIM**
This program is geared toward swimmers
looking to join the swim team or for swimmers
who are looking for a swim team workout
without the competition. The class offers skill
instruction, focusing on stroke drills and
improving technique. Swimmers should have
completed Fish level or higher and have basic
techniques in the four competitive strokes.
AGES 8-12
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
3:30-4:15 PM**
3:10-3:55 PM**
teens (ages 11-15)
$63 member/$105 community member
You will learn basic swimming skills such as the
crawl stroke, breathing techniques, and
floating to help you gain confidence in the
water. Our trained instructors will individualize
the class to meet your personal needs.
SUNDAY
8:45-9:30 AM
specialty (all ages)
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
30 minute: $35/$60
45 minute: $50/$75
For additional information, contact Jeannie
Hindle at 828-0130 or jhindle@gpymca.org.
youth sports
parent/child
$65 member/$105 community member
PARENT CHILD SPORTS MEDLEY (AGES
2½-3)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This program is designed to instill athletic
confidence and sports skills in young
children with the involvement of parents.
Our coaches guide each session providing
fun instruction, encouragement, and fun all
around. This specific program will focus on
the fundamentals of several popular sports
including track/field, soccer, basketball,
floor hockey, t-ball, lacrosse, tennis, and
golf.
WEDNESDAY
4:15-5:00 PM
PARENT CHILD BASKETBALL (AGES 3 & 4)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This program is designed to instill athletic
confidence and sports skills in young
children with the involvement of parents.
Our coaches guide each session providing
fun instruction, encouragement, and fun all
around. This specific program will focus on
dribbling, passing, shooting and defense.
preschool
$65 member/$105 community member
OBSTACLE COURSE FOR PRESCHOOLERS
(AGES 3-5)
Main Sports Gymnasium
In this class our instructor will set up a
course that requires several physical
activities like walking, climbing, crawling and
maintaining balance. Children cross all of
these obstacles to reach the end of the
course. The game is not about the end
result, but about the fun of facing and
conquering the obstacle course. For
preschool children, encountering obstacles
is fun because they are developing physical
skills at this age. The obstacle course gives
them an opportunity to test new skills and
understand more about their physical
abilities.
TUESDAY
THURSDAY
4:15-5:00 PM
11:15-12:00 PM
PRE-SCHOOL SPORTS MEDLEY
(AGES 3-4)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This program is for any child who can’t get
enough sports in his/her life! Your child will
learn the basic skills in many popular sports
including basketball, baseball, t-ball, floor
hockey, soccer, lacrosse and track/field
while focusing on the importance of caring,
honesty, respect, and responsibility.
WEDNESDAY
5:00-5:30 PM
youth instruction
$65 member/$105 community member
YOUTH INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD
(AGES 5-12)
Main Sports Gymnasium
Athletes will learn the basics of several
different track and field activities including
running, sprinting, hurdles, and relays.
Instruction is provided by certified running
coach Lauren Leslie.
TUESDAY
5:00-5:45 PM
KID FUN FIT (AGES 6-12)
Main Sports Gymnasium
Healthy lifestyles are not just for adults—
they start in our childhood. This class
features combinations of movements that
teach children about the benefits of
Cardiovascular Health, Muscular Endurance,
Flexibility, Agility, and much more. Using
jump roping, obstacle courses, kick boxing,
and other movement activities we immerse
your child in a world of fun fitness that
gives them positive feelings about being
active and healthy.
TUESDAY
6:45-7:30 PM
SPORTS MEDLEY (AGES 5-11)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This program is for any child that can’t get
enough sports in his/her life! Your child will
learn the basic skills in many popular sports
including basketball, t-ball, floor hockey,
soccer, lacrosse and track/field while
focusing on the importance of caring,
honesty, respect, and responsibility.
WEDNESDAY
Ages 5-7
Ages 8-11
5:30-6:15 PM
6:15-7:15 PM
YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER (AGES 4-9)
Main Sports Gymnasium
Children will learn such fundamentals as:
dribbling, passing, heading, field awareness,
shooting, and goalie work. Most importantly
children will leave knowing the importance of
sportsmanship through our core values of
caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
THURSDAY
Ages 4-6
Ages 7-9
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
FIT 2 RUN 4 GIRLS
Champlin Lodge
This one hour class features 30 minutes of
running/general fitness then 15 - 30 minutes
of discussion on fitness nutrition, volunteerism,
confidence building activities, making a
difference in your community and guest
speakers. We finish program with the goal of a
5k - either running or volunteering at one!
THURSDAY
5:15-6:15 PM
YOUTH BEGINNER VOLLEYBALL (AGES 6-12)
Main Sports Gymnasium
Our volleyball classes are designed to develop
fundamental volleyball skills while learning
teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship. Skills
taught include serving, passing, setting, hitting,
and the rules of the game. The focus of the
class is to have fun, meet new friends and play
volleyball in a non-competitive environment.
YOUTH INDOOR TENNIS (AGES 5-11)
Main Sports Gymnasium
Get an early introduction to this exciting sport
even while it is snowing outside! This indoor
class specializes in games that develop handeye coordination. The focus is on fun, while also
learning the basics of tennis.
youth leagues
$65 member/$105 community member
YOUTH BASKETBALL FUNDAMENTALS &
SCRIMMAGE LEAGUE (AGES 5-12)
Starting February 24th-April 19th
Main Sports Gymnasium
This instructional league will feature a
fundamentals class on Mondays combined with
game like scrimmaging on Saturdays. Children
will practice such fundamentals as dribbling,
passing, shooting and defense. They will then
come play on Saturdays with different
teammates each week. Teams are not set, but
made each Saturday.
MONDAY
PRACTICE
SATURDAY
SCRIMMAGE
CO-ED
Ages 4 & 5
Ages 6-7
4:45-5:45 PM
5:45-6:45 PM
8:45-9:45 AM
9:45-10:45 AM
Ages 8-12
6:45-7:45 PM
10:45-12:45 AM
youth classes
preschool enrichment
SPROUTS NUTRITION & COOKING
CLASSES
$70 members/$140 community member
Health and Wellness Studio 2
Join us to learn about food, nutrition and
cooking. In this course, kids will learn the
basics of the 5 food groups and how to
prepare food for the family. Children will
have a better understanding of how to make
healthy food choices and how to prepare
the foods they love to eat.
WEDNESDAY
11:00-11:45 AM
GYM AND SWIM (AGES 3-5)
$75 members/$115 community member
Participants will enjoy 30 minutes of
structured gym time and sports related
activities and a 30 minute swim lesson.
There is a 15 minute transition time
allocated between the gym and swim
portions of the classes. Parents are
responsible to transition children from gym
to swim or from swim to gym. Meet either at
the pool or in the Main Gymnasium.
THURSDAY
10:00 AM (swim)
10:45 AM (gym)
CREATIVE MOVEMENTS FOR TODDLERS
(AGES 12 MONTHS-3 YEARS)
$65 members/$105 community member
Main Gymnasium
This creative movement class will give your
toddler the opportunity to have fun, enjoy
the freedom of physical activity and use their
creativity in ways that builds self-esteem.
Creative movement activities appeal to the
whole child by connecting movement to selfexpression and learning.
MONDAY
11:00-11:45 AM
TOTALLY TODDLERS WITH PARENT
(AGES 18 MONTHS-3 YEARS)
$72 member/$122 community member
Champlin Lodge Gymnasium
This program is designed for the parent and
child that would like to experience all that
our Totally Toddlers class does with one
exception-adults are welcome! Wonderful
first step for the toddler!
WEDNESDAY
9:15-10:45 AM
TOTALLY TODDLERS
(AGES 18 MONTHS-3 YEARS)
$144 member/$244 community member
Champlin Lodge Gymnasium
This program is designed to allow children to
play cooperatively, develop fine and gross
motor skills, take turns, and communicate.
We will participate in several different
activities, including open play and craft time,
outdoor/indoor play, story time and music
and movement.
TUESDAY/
THURSDAY
9:15-10:45 AM
dance
$65 member/$105 community member
PRESCHOOL COMBINATION DANCE
(AGES 2½-5)
Health and Wellness Studio 2
This is a fun, structured dance class. Dancers
will learn the basics of Ballet, Tap, and Acro
in a creative, safe environment. Dress for all
classes are black tap shoes, pink ballet shoes
(black for boys), and appropriate dance
attire.
SATURDAY
Ages 2½-3
Ages 4-5
8:00-8:30 AM
9:25-9:55 AM
8:35-9:20 AM
10:00-10:45 AM
YOUTH COMBINATION DANCE
(AGES 6-9)
Health and Wellness Studio 2
This class is for dancers of all abilities. This
is a fun, structured class incorporating
ballet, tap, jazz and acro in a safe
environment. Dress code is tan jazz shoes,
black tap shoes and pink ballet shoes for
girls and black ballet shoes for boys.
SATURDAY
10:50-11:50 AM
gymnastics instruction
$65 member/$105 community member
PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS (AGES 3 &4)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This structured gymnastics class introduces
your preschooler to gymnastics and focuses
on the development of gross motor skills in a
fun, safe environment. Parents must help
their children focus and wait for turns.
TUESDAY
4:30-5:00 PM
KINDER GYMNASTICS I BEGINNER
(AGES 4½-6)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This structured gymnastics class introduces
your kindergartener to gymnastics and
focuses on the development of gross motor
skills in a fun, safe environment. Children
must be able to follow basic directions and
wait for their turn to be successful in this
class.
TUESDAY
3:45-4:30 PM
KINDER GYMNASTICS II INTERMEDIATE
(AGES 4½-6)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This progression of Kinder Gymnastics takes
the skills introduced in Kinder Gymnastics 1
and builds on them. Gymnasts must have
mastered forward rolls, straddle rolls,
walking on the low and middle beams alone
and a front support on bars in order to move
forward. Children must be able to follow
basic directions and wait for their turn to be
successful in this class.
WEDNESDAY
3:45-4:30 PM
KINDER GYMNASTICS III ADVANCED
(AGES 4½-6)
Main Sports Gymnasium
An opportunity for our young gymnasts to
participate in an accelerated class and
further their skills. Advanced Kinder
Gymnastics is for children who have mastered
the skills in the kinder gymnastics 1 and 2
and are eager to learn more. Children must
have a strong bridge, be able to kick to a full
handstand and be able to cartwheel to be
ready for this class. Instructor permission is
required.
TUESDAY
5:00-5:45 PM
YOUTH GYMNASTICS I (AGES 6 AND UP)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This is the first developmental step in the Y's
progressive gymnastics program. Children will
be working on basic skills and drills to help
them develop a strong foundation in
gymnastics. Children will learn basic positions
and terminology. Some skills include: Forward
Rolls (Tucked, Straddle & Scale) as well as
Backward Roll, Bridge, Cartwheel, and
Handstand, Intro to Beam, Bars, Springboard
and Vault.
SATURDAY
1:30-2:30 PM
YOUTH GYMNASTICS 2 (AGES 6 AND UP)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This is the second developmental step in the
Y's progressive gymnastics program for
children who are looking to take their
gymnastics to the next level. This class will
build upon the skills mastered in Level 1 and
requires a strong ability to follow directions
and focus during class time. Registration in
Level 2 requires a strong bridge, cartwheel,
and handstand as well as instructor
permission. In Level 2 conditioning and
flexibility are introduced along with
Handstand Forward Rolls, Handstand to
Bridge, Bridge Kick-Over Drills, Round-Off
and a Pullover on the Uneven Bars.
SATURDAY
2:30-3:30 PM
youth classes
YOUTH GYMNASTICS 3 (AGES 6 & UP)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This is the third developmental step in the
Y's progressive gymnastics program for
children who are serious about their
gymnastics and looking to build upon what
they mastered in Level 2. Conditioning and
Stretching outside of class is required for
success in this Level. Level 3 skills include:
Backbend Kick-Over, Front Limber, Back Hip
Circle on the Uneven Bars, and Handstand
on the low and middle beams. Instructor
Permission is required for registration in
this level.
SATURDAY
3:30-4:30 PM
YOUTH GYMNASTICS 4
(AGES 6 & UP)
Main Sports Gymnasium
This fourth step in the Y's progressive
gymnastics program is for children who are
looking to build upon what they mastered in
Level 3. Conditioning and Stretching outside
of class is required for success in this Level.
Level 4 skills include: Front and Back
Walkovers, Front and Back Handsprings, Mill
Circle on Bars, Handstand on the High Beam.
Instructor Permission is required for
registration in this level.
WEDNESDAY
4:30-5:30 PM
YOUTH GYMNASTICS 5+
(AGES 6 & UP)
$75 member/$115 community member
class includes Level 4 skills but continues
into Level 5 skills. Gymnasts must have
completed both Level 1–4 and have
instructor's permission to be successful in
this class. Conditioning and Stretching
outside of class are required for success at
this level of gymnastics. This class is for the
advanced gymnast.
SATURDAY
4:30-6:00 PM
gymnastics teams
RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS TEAM
(AGES 7 & UP)
$75 member/$115 community member
Main Sports Gymnasium
Geared toward gymnasts who have
completed youth gymnastics 1-4 and are
looking to continue developing their
gymnastics skills and make a year round
commitment to participating in gymnastics.
Skills required include: back and front
walkovers, back handsprings on incline mat,
handstand forward rolls and dynamic roundoffs on floor, jumps, turns, leaps and
handstands on the high beam, back hip
circle and mill circle on bars as well as a
handstand flat back vault. Recreational
Team members will have the opportunity to
compete in YMCA gymnastics meets
throughout the year.
TUESDAY
5:45-7:30 PM
Main Sports Gymnasium
This class is intended for gymnasts who are
serious about their gymnastics and looking
to build upon what they mastered. This
17
Danielle Desrosiers and Laura
Soscia-Almeida are professional
members of USA Gymnastics & are
safety certified through USA
Gymnastics. Please contact the
instructors about classes that
indicate prior approval is required:
kcygymnastics@gpymca.org
KCY GYMNASTICS LEVEL 1 PRE-TEAM
(AGES 4-7)
$65member/$105 community member
Main Sports Gymnasium
Geared towards gymnasts who have completed
kinder gymnastics 1-3 and are looking to
continue developing their gymnastics skills
and make a year round commitment to
participating in gymnastics. This class utilizes
USA Gymnastics’ curriculum for Level 1 of the
Junior Olympic Program – skills include:
handstands, cartwheels and a strong bridge
on floor, forward roll, jumps and pivot turn on
balance beam, pullover, back hip circle and
sole circle on bars. Pre-team members will
have the opportunity to compete in YMCA
gymnastics meets throughout the year.
Instructor permission required.
FRIDAY
3:45 – 5:00 PM
KCY LEVEL 2 TEAM (AGE 5-8)
$86 member/$126 community member
Main Sports Gymnasium
This class utilizes USA Gymnastics’ curriculum
for Level 2 of the Junior Olympic Program –
skills include: round-off, bridge kick over,
backward pike roll on floor, handstand, split
jumps and pivot turn on balance beam,
pullover, back hip circle, mill circle and sole
circle on bars. Level 2 team members will have
the opportunity to compete in YMCA & USA
Gymnastics meets throughout the year.
Instructor permission required.
WEDNESDAY
5:30 – 7:30 PM
KCY LEVEL 3, 4, 5 GYMNASTICS TEAM
(AGE 7 & UP)
$120 member/$205 community member
Main Sports Gymnasium
This class utilizes USA Gymnastics’ curriculum
for Level 3 and up of the Junior Olympic
Program – skills include: round-off back
handsprings and straight arms backward rolls
on floor, front hip circles on bars, handstand
flat back vault … and this class continues to
offer competitive opportunities to gymnasts
throughout the levels of the USA Gymnastics
Junior Olympics Program. Team Members
compete in both YMCA & USA Gymnastics
meets throughout the year. Instructor
permission is required.
FRIDAY
5:00 – 7:30 PM
martial arts (ages 3-12)
$65 member/$105 community member
Champlin Lodge
Participants will learn basic karate techniques
that teach responsibility, self-awareness, selfconfidence and teamwork, while improving
coordination and flexibility. Our Martial Arts
program is led by instructors from World
Martial Arts.
WEDNESDAY
6:00-6:45 PM
birthday parties
Have your child’s birthday at the Y! You will have party time in one
of our private rooms and unlimited fun for your guests in either our Kid’s Gym, pool, Spray
Park or Active Family Center. In addition, you will receive support from our friendly party
hostess when you set up and clean up. It is the responsibility of the parents to engage,
observe and guide children during the party. Parties can be booked in person, by phone or
online. For further information, please contact Sue Shanley at 828-0130 ext. 256 or at
sshanley@gpymca.org. Maximum of 25 children.
KIDS GYM BIRTHDAY PARTIES*
(AGES 1-5 YEARS)
Member $175/Community Member $250
Champlin Lodge
Children love our Kids Gym-featuring the air
bounce, rope swing, cargo net, and many
more activities!
Recommended for children 1-5 years old
*Available September-June only
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
12:30-2:30 PM
3:30-5:30 PM
12:30-2:30 PM
3:30-5:30 PM
SPLASH PARTIES (AGES 6 & UP)
Member $200/Community Member $275
Main YMCA Building
Splash into your birthday with a pool party.
Enjoy 45 minutes in our pool with your
party guests during Family Swim time, and
then spend an hour in your party room. All
pool rules apply and swimmers seven years
and under must have an adult in the pool.
SATURDAY
(pool time)
1:30-3:30 PM
1:45-2:30 PM
ACTIVE FAMILY CENTER (AFC) PARTIES
(AGES 3 & UP)
Member $250/Community Member $325
Main YMCA Building
Your birthday child will love to have his or
her party in our Active Family Center! Enjoy
the bounce house, the Tread Wall and the
new Imagination Playground! Your party
includes one hour in the AFC and one hour
in our party room during Family Time.
SUNDAY
1:00-3:00 PM
4:00-6:00 PM
SPORTS BIRTHDAY PARTIES
(AGES 5 & UP)
Member $175/Community Member $250
Main YMCA Building
Have a trained YMCA coach work with the
kids for an hour focusing on the sport of
your choice: flag football, wiffle ball, soccer,
basketball or dodge ball. Then spend a half
hour celebrating in one of our private party
rooms.
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
3:00-5:00 PM
4:00-6:00 PM
1:00-3:00 PM
Contact Jackie Cromer at
jcromer@gpymca.org for more info.
HEALTHY LIVING
IMPROVING THE NATION’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
In communities across the nation, the Y is a leading voice on health and well-being.
With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages
good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests.
As a result, millions of youth, adults and families are receiving the support, guidance
and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, mind and
body.
HEALTH
&
wellness
guidelines for health &
wellness
 Proper clothing should be worn.
 Water is allowed, but please refrain from
eating food.
 Please make sure to lock all your personal
belongings in a locker.
 Members are asked to complete an informed consent form and medical
clearance (if necessary) prior to exercise.
age requirements for health
& wellness
AGES 9-10
May use Cardio Equipment with a parent/
guardian after 1 mandatory orientation
AGES 11-13
May participate in Group Exercise classes
with a parent/guardian and permission of the
instructor
AGES 11-15
May use Health & Wellness Centers after 3session Teen Shape Up. May participate in
Group Exercise classes without a parent/
guardian and with permission of the
instructor
AGES 16+
May use Health & Wellness Centers without
parent/guardian.
FREE EQUIPMENT ORIENTATION
Members are strongly encouraged to take
advantage of a free equipment orientation,
which includes safety guidelines as well as
health & wellness center procedures.
 denotes classes that are recommended for
beginners, returning exercisers and those with chronic
illness.
personal training
PERSONAL FITNESS PROGRAM
Finally a fitness program designed just for
people who are new to exercising! You’ll feel
at ease in our separate, non-intimidating
Personal Fitness Center. You’ll stay
motivated with guidance & encouragement
from your trainer & learn how to stick with
an exercise routine that fits your schedule.
For more information contact Tina Grilli at
828-0130 x249 or tgrilli@gpymca.org
MEMBERS ONLY
Free
PERSONAL TRAINING
(1 trainer, 1 client)
Work with a YMCA certified Personal Training
Instructor to tailor a program that meets
your needs and give you intense
individualized attention. 60-minute workout
sessions are by appointment only.
1 Session:
3 Sessions:
6 Sessions:
12 Sessions:
15 Sessions:
30 Session:
$50/$100
$140/$280
$260/$520
$455/$910
$525/$1050
$1020/$2040
BUDDY TRAINING
(1 trainer, 2 clients - one must be a member)
Work out with a friend and get the
personalized attention of having a trainer.
Min/max of 2 participants. 60-minute
sessions by appointment only. Prices are per
person.
1 Session:
3 Sessions:
6 Sessions:
12 Sessions:
$25/$50
$70/$140
$130/$260
$250/$500
SMALL GROUP TRAINING
(1 trainer, 3-5 clients)
Bring your friends! Mix your group with
members and non-members Build
relationships. 60-minute sessions by
appointment only. Prices are per person.
TRX Small Group Training is also available.
1 Session:
3 Sessions:
6 Sessions:
12 Sessions:
$20/$40
$55/$110
$100/$200
$180/$360
PRIVATE RUNNING COACH
Register for private or buddy run coaching to
help you achieve your goals! Each session is
one hour but can be used in half hour
increments. Buddy sessions available as well.
Contact Josie Dutil at jdutil@gpymca.org
1 Session:
3 Sessions:
6 Sessions:
$50/$100
$140/$280
$260/$520
personal fitness classes
Please refer to Health & Wellness Schedule for
individual class dates and times.
PERSONAL BEST – 5K TRAINING PROGRAM
$75 member/$130 community member
Led by Lauren Leslie, USATF and RRCA Coach
Certified, this 8-week program will give you:
 15 min private initial session
 weekly individualized training plan
 regular email access to coach for
feedback throughout program
BEGINNER BOOT CAMP 
$63 member/$105 community member
This toned down version of our Boot Camp
Training series is the perfect fit for the
beginner exerciser. Led by one of our personal
trainers in a highly motivating environment,
you will enjoy the physical and emotional
benefits of challenging yourself.
BOOT CAMP OBSTACLE COURSE TRAINING
$75 member/$130 community member
Work out as if you were joining the military.
YMCA staff leads you through a cross-country
workout, using calisthenics and the
environment to get you in tip-top shape. 9
week session.
BOOT CAMP
$75 member/$130 community member
Former Olympic sprinter leads this group
through intensive training. Some running
experience is needed. 9 week session
BOOT CAMP CIRCUIT
Main Sports Gymnasium
Come challenge yourself! This class consists of
an interval cardio workout, sports conditioning
moves, and fitness conditioning circuits.
MONDAY & FRIDAY
$60/100
MONDAY OR FRIDAY
$47/$80
9:30-10:30 AM
9:30-10:30 AM
FIGHTING FIT
$63 member/$105 community member
Main Sports Gymnasium
Learn the techniques and conditioning of a
boxer without getting hit! This is a great
anaerobic class that will teach you how to jump
rope, shadow box and hit the focus mitts. You
will also practice footwork and basic defensive
drills. By the end of the session you will look
and feel like a boxer. Class will be taught by
Jaime “The Hurricane” Clampitt, a 4-time world
champion.
KETTLEBELL CIRCUIT
$63 member/$105 community member
Health & Wellness Studio 2
Kettlebells promises a great full-body workout
consisting of toning and cardio-conditioning.
All equipment will be provided. Come learn
proper form while enjoying a 60-minute calorie
blaster.
TRX® SUSPENSION TRAINING
$63 member/$105 community member
Born in the U.S. Navy Seals and developed by
Fitness Anywhere®, TRX® Suspension Training
is a revolutionary method of leveraged body
weight exercise. TRX® uses gravity against
your bodyweight to simultaneously develop
strength, balance, flexibility and core stability.
health & wellness
TRX® FOR PILATES
$63 member/$105 community member
This 45 minute, low impact class combines
the core strengthening and overall toning
benefits of both Pilates and TRX®. Learn to
isolate and strengthen specific
muscles. Great for beginners and advanced
users of TRX®.
Y LIFE PERSONAL CHALLENGE 
Members only: $47
This challenge will run for 8 weeks.
Individuals will earn points through weekly
weigh-ins, food logs, exercise and weekly
bonus challenges. The individual with the
most points at the end of the challenge will
win a prize. For more information please
contact Tina Grilli at 828-0130 x 249 or at
tgrilli@ gpymca.org
teen fitness
NEW! PRETEEN CIRCUIT CLASS
Members only: $63
This is class is for pre-teens 9-10 years
old. Participants will work with a trainer to
learn how to use the various pieces of
cardio equipment and the new Life Fitness
circuit equipment in the Personal Health
and Wellness Center. They must pass a
practical test at the end of the session to
be considered ‘graduates’ of the program
which will then allow them some limited
independent use of the Personal Health and
Wellness Center. Class limited to 6.
TEEN SHAPE-UP PROGRAM
(AGES 11-15)
FREE for Members
Learn how to safely and effectively improve
physical fitness through strength training,
nutrition, and cardiovascular exercise under
the supervision of YMCA staff. You will be
expected to spend a minimum of 3 hours
with a YMCA staff member. Teens and
preteens who successfully complete this
program may use the Health & Wellness
Center. Parents must attend the first hour.
This program is ongoing and by
appointment only. Contact Tina Grilli at
tgrilli@gpymca.org or call 828-0130 ext.
249.
TEEN STRENGTH TRAINING II
(AGES 11-15)
$63 member/$105 community member
This 8 week class will focus on small group
strength training in the free weight area.
Prerequisite: Teen Shape-Up Program
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
SATURDAY
5:00 PM
5:00 PM
3:00 PM
specialty
NUTRITION FOR HEALTH
$25 member/$50 community member
Join us for this all new 8 week class where
certified AASDN (American Academy of
Dieticians and Nutritionists) nutrition
specialists will guide you in developing your
own healthy eating plan - covering such
topics as how to determine your caloric and
nutrient needs, how to make healthy
choices when eating out, the link between
nutrition and disease, why diets don’t work
and what does work, how to balance a
healthy lifestyle and so much more.
WELLNESS BASICS SERIES
FREE for Members
This quarterly series will touch on some
basic wellness/exercise concepts and will
take place on the following dates
(Saturdays from 2-3pm):
APRIL 19
JULY 19
OCTOBER 20
Balance
Muscle vs. Fat
Total Energy
Expenditure
group exercise classes
The YMCA offers a number of different group
exercise classes per week, for beginners to
advanced. We incorporate the hottest new
fitness concepts, such as Boxing, Interval
Training, Zumba and Combo classes, as well as
all-time favorites. Registration is not required.
FREE for Members. Program Participants pay
$10 per class when space is available.
Please refer to Health & Wellness Schedule for
individual class dates and times.
 denotes classes that are recommended for
beginners, returning exercisers and those with chronic
illness.
ABSOLUTELY ABS
Health & Wellness I
This 15-minute class focuses totally on the
abdominal muscles.
30 MIN. QUICK CIRCUIT CLASS
This is a 30 minute circuit class designed to
help start or end your day with a full body
workout. We combine cardio and our new Life
fitness circuit equipment in our Personal
Fitness Center. Registration required as space
is limited. Must complete equipment
orientation prior to first class. MEMBERS
ONLY.
CARDIO SCULPT
Health & Wellness I
Maximize your one hour workout by combining
body sculpting and fat burning cardio in
one class called cardio sculpt! Using a
variety of equipment, we will work on
strengthening and shaping the muscles
from head to toe. Cardio bursts will be
incorporated between sculpting
segments. Bring a water bottle and a
smile!
CARDIO BOX
Health & Wellness I
Maximize your one hour workout by
combining body sculpting and fat burning
cardio in one class called cardio sculpt!
Using a variety of equipment, we will
work on strengthening and shaping the
muscles from head to toe. Cardio
bursts will be incorporated between
sculpting segments. Bring a water
bottle and a smile!
INTERVAL TRAINING
Health & Wellness I
This is a combination of alternating step,
weights, Hi-Lo and toning exercises for the
ultimate fat-burning workout.
NEW! H.I.I.T.
HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING
We will alternate periods of short
intense anaerobic exercise with easy recovery
periods. This short, intense workout will
provide improved athletic capacity, metabolism,
and improved fat burning. Please be prepared
with both cycling shoes and athletic footwear
since intervals may be completed on the Keiser
stationary bike, outside hill running (weather
permitting) wind sprints or kettlebell pyramids.
KICK’N I.T.
Health & Wellness I
This class consists of intervals of martial arts
combinations on the step, followed by strength
training and conditioning exercises using
weights, tubes, and other equipment.
Awesome fat-burning workout!
PILATES
Health & Wellness I
Take the pain out and bring the control back
into your workout. Pilates
develops your mind-body
awareness as you gain greater
flexibility and balance,
strengthening, lengthening and
toning your muscles.
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POWER PUMP
Health & Wellness I
A fast-paced, non-stop strength training
workout for the whole body. No aerobics
are involved, but your pulse will rise as we
work to improve muscular strength,
endurance, and body composition. The
results will be worth the effort!
RESIST-A-BALL TRAINING
Health & Wellness I
A remarkable new type of exercise designed
to strengthen the lower back, abdomen,
buttocks, thighs, chest and arms. All
exercises are done in 45 minutes on a
stability ball. Benefits include increased
flexibility, balance and coordination.
GROUP-X SAMPLER
Health & Wellness I
Come try all of the different types of
classes offered on our group exercise
schedule. There will be a different type of
class offered each week. Modifications will
be given for all levels.
STEP 101 
Health & Wellness I
This class is designed to introduce
participants to the world of step aerobics.
Terminology and steps are taught at a
slower pace.
STEP AEROBICS
Health & Wellness I
This class is a great way to tone muscles,
burn fat and increase cardiovascular
strength. There will be a toning segment
using various equipment at the end of each
class.
STEP III
Health & Wellness I
This 1-hour step class is designed to
challenge the step-aerobics participant with
a little more creative choreography. Try
it—you’ll like it!
ZUMBA®
Health & Wellness I
Using a fusion of Latin and International
music, the routines feature aerobic/fitness
interval training with a combination of fast
and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt with
easy to follow dance steps.
TREAD ON!
Personal Health & Wellness Center
This group exercise class takes place on a
treadmill using motivational music.
Instructors lead you through peaks, valleys,
& stair climbs, teaching you to use your
muscles & joints more efficiently.
Participants are encouraged to work at
their own pace whether they prefer to walk
or run. Class is limited to 6 participants
and participants may register 24 hrs in
advance.
group cycling classes
Please refer to Health & Wellness Schedule
for individual class dates and times.
Classes for Group Cycling and Cycle Lite are
limited to 12. Participants may register 24
hours in advance by calling the Welcome
Center to secure a spot. Ask about our 5
minute rule!
GROUP CYCLING
We invite you to the training ground of our
indoor cycling program, a cardiovascular
workout set to music using Keiser
stationary bicycles. Your coach will help
you increase your cardiovascular
endurance, muscle strength and
coordination and maximize your fat
burning potential.
CYCLE LITE 
Have you ever wanted to try indoor
cycling but felt intimidated? Cycle
Lite is a 30 minute class designed
with the health seeker in mind.
Learn proper technique, bike set
up, and the principles of indoor
cycling while getting a quick,
efficient, cardiovascular workout.
Motivating instructors and music
make this class both fun and
effective.
yoga classes
Please refer to Health & Wellness Schedule for
individual class dates and times.
 denotes classes that are recommended for
beginners, returning exercisers and those with chronic
illness.
YOGA AND STRENGTH FOR A BALANCED
LIFE 
In this class, you will learn various techniques
to help improve balance, relaxation strategies,
increase strength and flexibility and improve
your overall wellness. Fantastic for individuals
recovering from injury or those with medical
conditions such as M.S., arthritis and
Parkinson’s. This class is a low-impact
workout for all levels and abilities.
YOGA FUNDAMENTALS 
Health & Wellness Studio II
Master basic yoga skills and deepen your
practice with proper breathing, alignment,
yoga philosophy, and meditation in motion.
Create a grounded foundation that promotes
health and well being. Begin here with your
practice, moving on to the next level if you
choose.
YOGA FOR ALL LEVELS
Health & Wellness Studio II
Participants in the class will practice
breathing, proper alignment, and stretching
which could also include a flow of yoga poses.
Modifications to meet all levels will be
included. You will build strength , increase
endurance, release tension and create more
flexibility in the entire body
ADVANCED YOGA
Health & Wellness Studio II
Intermediate/advanced yoga class, in a gently
heated room (76-82 degrees), taking a new
look at old poses and exploring new ones like
arm balances and inversions. Established yoga
practice recommended for this challenging
class.
IYENGAR YOGA - MIXED LEVEL
Health & Wellness Studio II
This style of Yoga is a vigorous approach that
emphasizes a balance between strength,
flexibility and endurance. It utilizes precision
in movement and attention to subtle aspects
of poses, which are explored while poses are
held. This class is for both beginners who are
physically fit and more experienced students.
YOGALATES
Health & Wellness Studio I
This class combines Yoga & Pilates movements
to develop strong core muscles, greater
strength, flexibility and posture. The
movements will focus on breathing with
movement to create total mind-body
awareness.
VIPASSANA (MEDITATION)
Health & Wellness Studio II
Improve your memory, focus & the ability to
concentrate in the 15 min. simple breathing
meditation class. All welcome. No experience
necessary and no yoga involved.
FAMILY YOGA
Health & Wellness Studio II
This class is specially designed for families.
Children and adults will learn basic yoga poses
while developing strength and flexibility.
Participants will also learn breathing and
relaxation techniques. Have fun with the
whole family.
adult aquatics
ADULT
POOL GUIDELINES
To help everyone have a safe and positive
experience, we ask that all members and
guests understand and follow the
guidelines.
YMCA “WATER WORKS”
FREE for members/$10 community
member
Shallow Water
This is a therapeutic water exercise
program designed to increase strength,
balance and mobility. Great for people
recovering from an injury, or those with a
medical condition such as M.S., Arthritis or
Parkinson’s. This class is a low-impact
workout for all levels of ability.
 Please follow the rules posted in the
M/W/F
aquatics
pool area.
 Lifeguards reserve the right to ask any
person, of any age, to perform a
swimming test (min. of 25 yds) to
ensure that his/her skills are suitable
for the deep end of the pool.
 All swimmers with shoulder length hair
must have it tied back or in a swim cap.
 Per RI Law, all swimmers must shower
before entering the pool.
Y’S WAY TO WATER EXERCISE
This popular water exercise program for all
fitness levels includes both cardiovascular
and stretching routines. You don’t need to
be a good swimmer to participate.
MONDAY
8:25-9:10 AM*
9:15-10:00 AM**
8:00-8:45 PM
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
8:25-9:10 AM*
8:00-8:45 PM
8:25-9:10 AM*
9:15-10:00 AM**
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
* Shallow Water
** Deep Water
8:25-9:10 AM*
8:00-8:45 PM
8:25-9:10 AM*
9:15-10:00 AM**
7:45-8:45 AM
1:15-2:00 PM
DEEP WATER EXERCISE
FREE-MEMBERS ONLY
Work on cardiovascular fitness and
muscular strength and endurance by
alternating high- and low-intensity
activities in the deep end. You will use a
variety of flotation aids such as kickboards
and woggles for a fully suspended workout
with greater freedom of movement. Easy
to modify for various fitness levels.
M/W/F
9:15-10:00 AM
(deep end only)
TUESDAY
1:15-2:15 PM
full pool
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
5:00-8:20 AM
11:15-1:10 PM
8:50-9:45 PM
5:00-8:20 AM
11:15-1:10 PM
8:50-9:45 PM
5:00-8:20 AM
11:15-1:10 PM
8:50-9:45 PM
5:00-8:20 AM
11:15-1:10 PM
8:50-9:45 PM
5:00-8:20 AM
11:15-1:10 PM
8:45-9:45 PM
6:00-7:40 AM
11:40-12:40 PM
5:30-6:45 PM
6:00-8:40AM
12:25-1:30PM
one lane adult lap
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
10:05-11:10AM
2:45-3:15PM
9:25-11:05AM
2:25-2:55 PM
10:05-10:35 AM
9:25-11:05AM
1:15-3:10 PM
2:40-3:20 PM
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
30 minute: $35/$60
45 minute: $50/$75
Private swim lessons are available at the
Kent County YMCA for swimmers of all
ages. For additional information, contact
Jeannie Hindle, Associate Aquatics Director
at 828-0130 or at jhindle@gpymca.org.
adult sports leagues
MEN’S 3 ON 3 LEAGUE
$200 per team
March 19th-May 28th
Main Gymnasium
Teams are guaranteed 9 regular season
games plus playoffs. There is a 5 player
per team max and the roster is locked
after the second week of games. There are
only two sub athletes ($10 each) allowed
per team for the season. This league is for
adults 18 years and older. All teams must
pre-register. Please note that the $200
team payment will be processed under the
captain’s name and a receipt must be
presented to the scorekeeper prior to the
first game.
WEDNESDAY
7:30-10:00 PM
MEN’S 5 ON 5 LEAGUE
February 23rd-May 25th
Main Gymnasium
$375 per team fee, additional referee cost
paid each game is $35 per team per game.
Teams are guaranteed 9 regular season
games plus playoffs and divisions are
capped at 8 teams maximum. There are
two divisions, an A and a B. Winners of
each division receive T-shirts and a $100
voucher off there next team entrance into
the Men’s 5 on 5 League.
SUNDAY
9:00-1:00 PM
adult aquatics & adult sports
LAP/LEISURE SWIM
FREE-MEMBERS ONLY
Swimmers must be 13 years of age to
participate. Lap lanes are set up for
different speeds of swimmers, using a
single file continuous circle formation.
One lane is reserved for leisure swimming,
which can include water exercise, water
walking or rehab workouts which occur in
single file.
LIVESTRONG®
LIVESTRONG ®
at the ymca
For information on any of our L I V E S T R O N G®
programs or to enroll, please contact Judy
Cerrito at 828-0130 ext. 210 or
jcerrito@gpymca.org
®
L I V E S T R O N G AT THE YMCA:
A CANCER SURVIVORSHIP EXERCISE
PROGRAM
FREE
Classes begin the week of May 12, 2014
This is a 12-week exercise program for
adult cancer survivors (men and women)
who have recently become de-conditioned
or chronically fatigued from their disease
and/or treatment.
The YMCA of Greater Providence is pleased
to offer the L I V E S T R O N G ® at the YMCA
program at seven of its branches: Bayside,
Cranston, East Side/Mt. Hope, Kent County,
Newman, South County and West Bay. The
program meets twice a week for 75 minutes
and consists of strength training and cardio
conditioning, with a relaxation/stretching
segment at the end of each class.
The YMCA of Greater Providence is able to
offer this L I V E S T R O N G ® program free of
charge thanks to the generous
contributions of individual donors. Please
support these programs so we can continue
our work with cancer survivors.
Kent County’s L I V E S T R O N G ® programs
meet as follows:
DAY CLASS
MONDAY &
WEDNESDAY
EVENING CLASS
TUESDAY &
THURSDAY
12:30-1:45PM
6:30-7:45PM
L I V E S T R O N G ® AT THE YMCA:
GRADUATE CLUB
FREE for members/$60 community
member
Classes begin the week of May 12, 2014
The LIVESTRONG Graduate Club is offered
to those individuals who have completed
the 12-week LIVESTRONG program to help
them continue their regular exercise
routines. Graduate Club members attend
the current L I V E S T R O N G ® class,
exercise independently, mentor the new
participants, and partake in the relaxation
segment at the end of class.
The Club meets twice a week for 12 weeks
when the L I V E S T R O N G ® class is in
session.
DAY CLASS
MONDAY &
WEDNESDAY
EVENING CLASS
TUESDAY &
THURSDAY
12:30-1:45PM
6:30-7:45PM
L I V E S T R O N G ® AT THE YMCA:
STARTING OVER
Atria Harborhill, East Greenwich
$15 member/$30 community member
In this exercise program designed for
women who have or have had breast cancer,
you will learn flexibility and strengthening
exercises for parts of the body affected by
your cancer treatment. Special relaxation
techniques will enhance your feeling of well
being and renewal. Led by a YMCA Certified
Instructor who has had breast cancer.
MONDAY
6:00-7:00 pm
S.O.S - SURVIVORS OFFERING SUPPORT
This is a cancer survivor mentoring
program. Anyone who has had cancer and
would like to volunteer their time to speak
to others with their type of cancer are
asked to contact Judy Cerrito, 8280130x210 or jcerrito@gpymca.org. Thank
you for helping others.
SILVER SNEAKERS® MS/ROM (Muscular
Strength & Range of Motion)
Health & Wellness Studio 1
This class offers something for everyone,
regard- less of fitness level and can help
improve overall strength, flexibility and
balance, resulting in your ability to stay
healthy and maintain your independence.
Your instructor guides you through exercise
with resistance tools at your own pace. A
chair is available for the seated and/or
standing support, stretching and relaxation.
T/W/F
11:15-12:00 PM
ACTIVE OLDER ADULT AEROBICS
Health & Wellness Studio 1
You can improve your cardiovascular fitness,
muscular endurance and flexibility in this
group exercise program designed just for
active older adults.
M/W/F
10:30-11:15 AM
AGING WITH G.R.A.C.E
Aging generates new opportunities to
reinvent ourselves and contribute to our
community. Join us for discussion and group
coaching around these five aspects of
graceful living.
Giving - giving can take many different
forms...are there ways we can extend our
impact on the world and create a legacy of
caring and generosity?
Reflection - how can our internal life be
enriched through activities involving nature,
art, or spirituality?
Achievement – learning, growth, and
mastery can happen at any stage of
life...what achievements, however small,
could give us a sense of pride and
satisfaction?
Connection - we all need a sense of
belonging...are there ways we can deepen or
broaden our network of relationships?
Energy - what supports us in having the
physical energy to pursue our daily
activities?
For more information, please contact Laura
Brown, LBrown@gpymca.org
HAVE A SEAT YOGA
Health & Wellness Studio 1
This class is geared towards our active older
adults. The focus is on flexibility,
strengthening and relaxation. The exercises
are gentle and are done using a chair for
support.
MONDAY
11:15-12:00 PM
social gatherings
RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH
The group meets on the 1st Tuesday of the
month to taste the offerings of wonderful
Rhode Island restaurants. This is a
carpooling and “dutch-treat” event.
Registration is required. Members Only $1
BOOK OF THE MONTH CLUB
Atria Harborhill, East Greenwich
The group meets to discuss a book selected
the previous month. All adults members
welcome. Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday
of the month.
LUNCH & LEARN
Health & Wellness Studio 1
Please join us on the 3rd Wednesday or
Thursday of the month for a brown bag lunch
and informational presentation or activity.
Please refer to the AOA bulletin board for
monthly details. Registration is required.
MOVIE OF THE MONTH CLUB
Join other active older adults for a movie and
discussion each month. Movie times vary
according to the show selected. Club meets
on the 4th Wednesday of the month.
Participants pay ticket price of $6.00
Members Only
KNITTING CLUB
Atria Harborhill, East Greenwich
The Kent County YMCA Knitting Club knits or
crochets afghans, scarves, and mittens for
the needy in our community. The club also
knits hats for newborns and chemo patients.
Club members may attend the meeting or knit
at home and bring their finished products to
the YMCA. Donations of washable yarn are
always gratefully accepted.
FRIDAY
10:00 - 12:00 PM
active older adults (AOA)
health & fitness classes
family
TIME
kids care 
FREE
Our Kids Care program is located in our
Active Family Center. Kids Care provides a
safe place for parents to drop off their
children while enjoying some time for
themselves. Kids Care offers age appropriate
activities that include interactive, gross
motor and creative play.
To ensure a safe and pleasurable experience
for all:
 Food and drink are not allowed in the
Active Family Center.
 All children must wear socks in the
Active Family Center. Sock are available
for purchase at the Welcome Center.
 Children may be checked into Kids Care
for no more than 2 hours per morning
and 2 hours per evening.
 Kids Care requires parent/guardian to
change their child’s diaper when
necessary.
 When signing into Kids Care both the
adult and child(ren) will be required to
wear an ID bracelet provided by the
staff.
Our staff provide a caring and nurturing
environment for infants 6 weeks to 12 years
old.
MONDAY-FRIDAY
8:30-1:30 PM
4:00-8:00 PM
8:30-1:30 PM
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SATURDAY &
SUNDAY
family time
family swim
FREE
During these recreational swim times, all
children under the age of 12 must be
accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
Children 7 and under and beginning swimmers
must be accompanied by an adult in the
water. Lifeguards are able to provide
noodles. Diving rings and small toys are
allowed only when there are few swimmers.
Lifeguards have full discretion to determine
safety policies. No instructional equipment is
allowed.
new swimmers
All new swimmers must be evaluated by the
lifeguard and successfully pass a quick skills
test to be permitted in the water without a
parent. Please make sure you see an aquatic
staff prior to getting into the water.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
2:05-2:40PM
6:20-7:45PM
7:05-7:55PM
5:45-6:45 PM
7:20-7:55 PM
7:00-8:30PM
12:45-1:45PM
2:00-3:00PM
1:35-2:35PM
2:45-3:45PM
3:55-4:55PM
kids night out (ages 5-10)
Members only: $15/child
Kids enjoy an evening of fun and friendship
while parents enjoy some time to themselves.
The evening will consist of dinner, sports,
games, crafts and stories. Registration is
limited to 20 participants. At time of
registration please select the Subway
sandwich of your child’s choice.
MARCH 14TH
APRIL 11TH
5:30-8:30 PM
FREE
A wonderful opportunity for families to play
and explore together. Adults must stay with
their children and be responsible for
supervision during Family Time. The Active
Family Center is open only to Family
Membership Holders who have scanned in
each family member and received a pass from
the Welcome Center.
MONDAY-FRIDAY
SATURDAY &
SUNDAY
 open
8:30 AM-8:00 PM
8:30 AM-5:00 PM
to family membership holders ONLY
okey falls spray park 
lower pond family swim
FREE - opening Memorial Day weekend!
Come cool off in our Spray Park. It’s fun for
the entire family. Pack a picnic and make a
whole day of it! CLOSED MONDAY, 5/26.
FREE - opening June 24th!
A wonderful opportunity for families to
swim and play together. For the safety of
all, children under the age of 12 require
adult supervision. Adults must be physically
present on the beach for children under the
age of 7.
MAY 24-AUGUST 31
SATURDAY &
SUNDAY
JUNE 2 - JUNE 20
MONDAY-FRIDAY
10 AM-6:30 PM
11 AM-2:00 PM
4:00-8:00 PM
JUNE 23 - AUGUST 31
MONDAY-FRIDAY
5:30-8:00 PM
For the safety of all, children under the age
of 12 require adult supervision. Adults
must be physically present inside the fence
for children under the age of 7.
TUESDAY &
THURSDAY
SATURDAY &
SUNDAY
5:30 PM-7:45 PM
10 AM-6:30 PM
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
The Spray Park and Outdoor Pond are
weather-dependent activities. They will
not open and/or close when:
 The temperature is below 70°
 There is lightning and/or thunder
special events
HEALTHY KIDS DAY 2014
APRIL 26, 2014
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come out and enjoy a fun filled day for the
whole family! There will be games and
activities and demonstrations centered
around healthy living. Look for a detailed
schedule of events in early April.
FAMILIES PLAY FREE WEEK
APRIL 20-26, 2014
Check out all the Y has to offer this week.
Bring your friends and share the Y - for
FREE! Fun filled activities will be planned
all week long. Look for a detailed schedule
at the beginning of April.
HEALTHY
KIDS DAY
2014
®
A YMCA Initiative
BUILDING HEALTHIER, STRONGER KIDS. TOGETHER.
special health initiatives
special health initiatives
NEW! TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER
BALANCE
$25 member/$50 community member
Health & Wellness Studio 2
Moving for Better Balance is an evidence
based program proven to reduce falls and
improve fitness. You will learn balance
skills and good body alignment as well as
coordinated tai chi movements. This is a
class specifically for older adults who are
interested in improving balance, flexibility
and strength.
TUESDAY
FRIDAY
2:30-3:30 PM
12:30-1:30 PM
A MATTER OF BALANCE
Only $15
This group workshop teaches techniques to
reduce the fear of falling and increase the
activity level among older adults. Class
meets 2 hours a week for 8 weeks. This
workshop is designed for adults 60 years of
age or older who are ambulatory and are
able to problem solve. Contact Martha 401
-427-1820
WALK WITH EASE
$15 member/$25 community member
The Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease
program is designed to help people living
with arthritis better manage their pain. The
program is also ideal for people without
arthritis who want to make walking a
regular habit. This program has shown to
reduce pain and increase balance and
walking pace. Getting out and walking is
good for everyone at every age! So join us.
Program is scheduled 2 times a week for 6
weeks. Book included
ENHANCE FITNESS
FREE to members/$25 monthly
community member
This evidence-based group exercise
program that uses simple, easy to learn
movements that motivate individuals with
or without arthritis to stay active
throughout their life. Class is ideal for
people who may be new to group exercise,
and want to have fun while exercising.
Class meets for 1 hour, 3 times per week
for 16 weeks.
LIVING WELL RHODE ISLAND
FREE
A chronic disease self-management
workshop designed to teach people ways to
manage symptoms and medications,
communicate with family and doctors,
handle difficult emotions, relax, eat well,
exercise and set weekly goals to improve
health and lifestyle. Group sessions are 2½
hours per week for 6 weeks and are open to
anyone 18 years of age or older with a
chronic condition or a caregiver of anyone
with a chronic condition. (Examples: but not
limited to Asthma, Arthritis, Cancer, COPD,
Diabetes and Heart Disease)
YMCA’S DIABETES PREVENTION
PROGRAM (YDPP)
A program designed specifically for adults
who are at risk for developing type 2
diabetes and/or have been diagnosed with
pre-diabetes. The program helps
participants adopt and maintain healthy
lifestyles. Sessions are held in a classroom
setting and facilitated by a trained lifestyle
coach. The program has two phases – the
first consists of weekly one-hour sessions
for 16 weeks followed by 8 monthly classes.
Contact Joni at 401-427-1843
JOIN for ME
JOIN FOR ME is an evidence based weight
management program for kids and teens
that struggle with extra weight, and have a
BMI percentile of 85 or greater.
Participants attend sessions with about 812 other families weekly for 16 sessions.
Following the 16 sessions – you will
continue to meet once a month for a year of
support. You will learn healthy strategies
that will support your child in reaching a
healthier weight, reduce screen time and
good sleep habits. Contact Joni at 401-427
-1843
WE CAN DO
SO MUCH MORE
BECAUSE OF
YO
The Y makes accessible the support and opportunities that empower people and
communities to learn, grow and thrive. With a focus on YOUTH DEVELOPMENT,
HEALTHY LIVING, and SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, the Y nurtures the potential of every
youth and teen, improves the health and well-being of our community and provides
opportunities to give back and support our neighbors.
Our Community Campaign takes place in March & April, when
volunteers will be calling on you for your support. Please consider a
gift to support our community.
With your help, through the Annual Support
Campaign, last year more than $350,000 in support
was awarded to those in need in our community.
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130 children received assistance to attend
summer camp.
469 people received assistance to participate
in YMCA programs.
52 children received assistance to attend
after school programs.
Over 4000 individuals received support to
make membership at the Y a reality.
When you give to the Y, you help strengthen
our community and move us all forward.
Donate online today at www.gpymca.org
2014 ANNUAL
SUPPORT CAMPAIGN®
A YMCA Initiative
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SO MUCH MORE!!
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