2018-2019 Program & Membership Guide

ALWAYS HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY PROGRAM & MEMBERSHIP GUIDE 2018-2019 ATHENS YMCA Mission Statement

www.athensymca.org

“To put Christian principles into practice through 915 Hawthorne Avenue Athens, GA 30606 programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.” Phone: 706-543-6596 Fax: 706-543-9313

Updated August 15, 2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS Facility Hours YMCA Closings ID Policy YMCA Map Membership Information Guest Policy & Facility Information Building Closings Youth Program Policy General Programs Fitness Programs Youth Programs Camp Kelley & Summer Swim Aquatics Youth Development Campaign Piedmont Athens Regional 2

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Facility Hours

YMCA Closings

Monday-Friday

4:30am-9:30pm

New Years Eve

New Years Day Easter Sunday

Saturday

7:00am-5:00pm

Memorial Day

July 4th

Sunday

1:00pm-6:00pm

Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve

Child Watch Hours Monday-Friday

8:00am-12:15pm & 3:00pm-8:00pm

Saturday

8:00am-12:00pm

Sunday

Closed

Horario de oficina en español Martes

3:00pm hasta 5:00pm

Miércoles

9:00am hasta 11:00am

Quisiéramos servirles a lo más que podamos.

Para asegurar que estamos listos para traducción, tenemos un horario nuevo. Tenemos un traductor de español disponible en la oficina durante horas específicas. Si necesita ayuda en otras horas, traiga alguien que pueda ayudarle.

ID POLICY The Athens YMCA utilizes a barcode scanner & photo for facility access at our check in desk. New members are issued a temporary 7 day card, after that time members will be required to set up the photo & the barcode

Labor Day Christmas Day

Indoor Pool Hours Monday-Friday

5:00am-9:15pm

Saturday

7:00am-4:45pm

Sunday

1:00pm-5:45pm

Lap lanes are closed from 4:00pm-5:00pm Monday-Friday during normal school days

Outdoor Pool Hours OPENS MONDAY, MAY 21st

Monday-Friday

9:00am-7:45pm

Saturday

10:00am-4:45pm

Sunday

1:00pm-5:45pm

Please note the YMCA’s Summer Day Camp Program has priority in the outdoor pool weekdays until 5:00pm.

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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Membership Type

Joiner Fee

Bank Draft

Annual

ADULT (16-59 years old)

$75

$41

$492

FAMILY

$100

$56

$672

SENIOR (60 years and up)

$50

$31

$372

SENIOR COUPLE (married both 60 years and up)

$75

$41

$492

ADULT HEALTH CLUB (18 years old and up)

$125

$56

$672

FAMILY HEALTH CLUB

$150

$86

$1032

(Spouses and all legal dependents claimed on current tax forms up to age 23)

(Spouses and all legal dependents claimed on current tax forms up to age 23— Dependents under 18 would not be able to utilize the health club)

*The Joiner Fee is a one-time fee that is paid only once as long as the membership is kept in good standing. The Joiner Fee is your investment in the YMCA and helps with the facility’s repair and replacement and equipment purchases. If your membership is discontinued for more than one year the Joiner Fee is paid again.

Bank Draft Bank draft is an automatic/electronic/continuous debit from your checking account on the 15th of each month. The automatic bank draft is not a contract. In addition, bank drafts can be cancelled by the 10th of any month by filling out a cancellation form. Cancellations filled out after the 10th of the month will go into effect the following month. Cancellation forms are available at the Front Desk and on our website www.athensymca.org.

Prepaid Memberships Paid up front upon joining. These memberships are non-refundable.

Health Club The Men’s and Women’s Health Club is an upgraded locker room with a dry sauna, wet steam, towel service, etc. The Health Club is an adult (18 and up) only locker room—children are not allowed in this area.

Membership Amenities 3 Gymnasiums • 2 Pools (1 indoor, 1 outdoor-seasonal) • Cardio Center (treadmills, steppers, rowers, etc.) • Fitness Center (free weights, machine weights, etc.) • Aerobics Room • Women’s Only Wellness Room • Strength Center • 4 Racquetball Courts • Complimentary Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms also Men’s and Women’s Health Club which include Sauna, Steam Room and Towel Service (for those who have Health Club Memberships) • Outdoor Playground Area • Roller Hockey Rink • Outdoor Sports Fields • 8 Lane Soft Surface Outdoor Track • Outdoor Running & Bike Trails

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Child Watch Service Complimentary service offered to those with a family membership. Children ages 6 weeks to 1 year may stay for up to 1 1/2 hours per day. Children ages over 1 year and up may stay for up to 2 1/2 hours per day. Parents must remain on the YMCA’s premises. Youth ages 13-15 are encouraged to stay with their parents. Any youth under the age of 16 cannot be in the facility by themselves.

They must remain with an Adult member at all times.

Youth ages 11-12 can utilize the Fitness Center at these times with adult supervision.

Youth ages 13-15 can attend classes with their parents and/or utilize the Fitness Center with adult supervision. **See more information on Page 7.

Appropriate Attire Shirts and closed toe shoes are required in all fitness classes and fitness centers.

GUEST POLICY AND FACILITY INFORMATION ATHENS YMCA GUEST POLICY

MY Y IS NOW EVERY Y IN GEORGIA

The YMCA’s number one priority is to serve our members who have made a commitment to the YMCA by joining. The purpose behind our Guest Policy is to enhance member services to current members who are encouraging a friend to join or have out-of-town family members visiting, and to offer an opportunity for nonmembers to try our facility before committing to join.

The Y movement is for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We want to encourage members to utilize the Y as often as they can. Sometimes, it’s more convenient for members to use a Y in a different location when traveling in a different area or region. Now full facility YMCA members have the flexibility to use other Y facilities throughout Georgia at no extra charge.

Guests Visiting with an Athens YMCA Member

How It Works

All guests visiting with a member receive one pass per year at no cost. Guests will be required to complete the Guest Registration Process - show I.D. and sign the guest waiver before entry is granted. Once entry is granted, guests must adhere to the Athens YMCA code of conduct and all policies and procedures.

Guests Visiting without an Athens YMCA Member Guests visiting without a member will be required to purchase a guest pass complete the guest registration process - show I.D. and sign the guest waiver before entry is granted. Once entry is granted, guests must adhere to the Athens YMCA’s code of conduct and all policies and procedures.

Please note: Guests who have purchased a daily pass can have the $15 credited towards a membership if they decide to join the same day the guest pass was bought.

Cost of Guest Passes Guest pass purchases are good for the day of purchase only.

PLEASE NOTE: Adult Guest Pass 16 & up

$15 for daily use

Youth Guest Pass 15 & under $10 for daily use Family Guest Pass

$20 for daily use

Family Guest Pass includes a maximum of 5 people per pass.

The Athens YMCA reserves the right to change the Guest Pass Policy at any time at its discretion. The YMCA will not offer family guest passes from May 1st to September 1st.

GUESTS HAVE FULL ACCESS TO THE ATHENS YMCA FACILITY EXCEPT HEALTH CLUBS AND CHILD WATCH.

Facility Rental The Y rents specific components of our facilities and grounds (athletic field, playground and meeting rooms) to outside groups. Please email Tammy Langford for more information (tammy@athensymca.org).

Simply present your active YMCA membership card and a photo ID at any participating Georgia YMCA The reciprocal program is valid for YMCA full facility / full privilege members only.

Visitors to other Y’s must present a valid membership card and photo ID upon the first visit and complete a visiting member waiver or membership form with liability waiver.

Participating YMCA’s reserve the right to restrict facility or program access. Please contact the Y you will be visiting for more details. Other restrictions may apply.

Building Closings As a service to the community, the YMCA will make every effort to open regular hours during most cases of inclement weather. Certain areas of the YMCA will open only if staff can arrive safely to the site. The YMCA reserves the right to close the entire facility depending on the severity of the inclement weather if it is deemed in the best interest of our members, guests and staff.

The decision to close the YMCA facility due to inclement weather is that of the CEO or her designate.

Youth Program Policy If Clarke County Schools have a delayed opening, programs will resume as scheduled. Please check the website for updates throughout the day.

If Clarke County Schools are closed all Youth Programs, Practices, & Bus Transportation will be cancelled.

If Clarke County Schools are dismissed during school hours, all Youth Programs, Practices, & Bus Transportation will be cancelled. Children will be sent home from school. Buses will not drop kids off at the YMCA.

Additional Information: • Please check the YMCA website and Facebook page for fitness class and evening swim lessons updates.

• If the YMCA is closed, has a delayed opening, or will be closing early, announcements will be made on www.athensymca.org, the Athens YMCA Facebook page, radio stations WNGC and Magic 102.1, and on television Channel 2 Storm Watch.

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HEALTHY LIVING GENERAL PROGRAMS

Basketball

Allegro: Lively Music for Children

PICK-UP - ADULTS (16 & OVER)

A music class for ages Birth-4 years. Offering Fall and Winter Sessions. Each session is 10 weeks.

Monday-Friday

12:00pm-2:30pm

Monday-Thursday 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday

8:00am

Subject to change due to Youth Games Men’s Bible Study Meets on Thursday morning (YMCA Board Room) at 7:00am for fellowship, prayer and scriptures. Open to the community at large.

Run Through The Woods 5K A tribute to Coach Mike Castronis. This event is a 5K Health Run and Fun Run. The 5K run course will consist of cross-country run through the YMCA’s athletic fields and wooded area. There will be a fun run after the 5K for youth ages 12 and younger.

Registration can be done on www.active.com, www.athensymca.org or in person at the Athens YMCA. Kindermarket

YMCA Lifeguard Classes This course provides the knowledge & skills needed to become a lifeguard. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE YMCA’S FRONT OFFICE FOR DATES, TIMES AND SPECIFICS. CPR Classes

Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere. First Aid and CPR classes can prepare you to keep someone alive or prevent a more serious injury. This training can make it possible for you to act confidently if someone needs help when seconds count. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE YMCA’S FRONT OFFICE FOR DATES, TIMES AND SPECIFICS. Music Therapy for Participants with Special Needs

Spring 2018

February 22-April 26

Meet & Greet February 15 6:15pm-7:00pm

Athens largest consignment sale of new and gently used children’s goods and clothing. Any questions or if you would like to volunteer or be a seller, please email us at kindermarket@athensymca.org.

Spring 2018

March 1-3

Fall 2018

October 4-6

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Enroll online at www.allegroathens.com For more information, contact Cathy Rumfelt at cathy@allegroathens.com or 706-510-6995.

Instructors: Nicole Valerioti & Mia Cellino No Classes March 15 & April 12

$100 per child per session.

HEALTHY LIVING FITNESS & AQUATICS

The YMCA’s fitness classes are geared toward adult participants—ages 16 and up. With the exception of the Yoga Sprouts class on Saturday’s, children are not allowed to participate in class, nor can children be in the aerobic room while classes are going on.

Please utilize the Child Watch area for your Child Watch needs.

Family Fitness The Athens YMCA wants to encourage youth health and family interaction. To support this we have added Family Fitness.

Fitness orientation

Children ages 11-12 may use the Fitness Center with an adult/parent at all times. The adult/parent must be with the child at all times. Please Note: The child cannot be sitting or hanging out.

All new members are offered an equipment orientation.

The orientation will be given by Fitness Center attendants and lasts 20-30 minutes. The orientation covers the use of the machines, Fitness Center policies, & YMCA programs. More information is available when you sign up for a membership.

Ages 13-15 years old may work-out anytime during our open hours with a parent present in the fitness center.

Ages 16 and up are treated as an adult member.

PLEASE NOTE THE STRENGTH CENTER AND THE WOMEN’S ONLY FITNESS ROOM IS FOR AGES 16+ ONLY!

Personal Training Certified personal trainers can assist you in your fitness needs. A trainer can help you develop an individual fitness program, teach you about sports conditioning, stretching and more. YMCA Approved Licensed Personal Fitness Trainers - Prices and options vary per trainer. Please contact the individual trainer for specifics. Appropriate Attire: shirts and closed toe shoes are required in all fitness classes and fitness centers.

Hydrobics This on-going, drop in class is an intense, low-impact and fun aerobics class designed to strengthen the heart and lungs, tone muscles and increase flexibility. The class is led by professional aquatic instructors in shallow and deep water.

Shallow Water

Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00am-9:45am

Deep Water

Mon-Sat

8:00am-8:45am

Athens YMCA Personal Trainers Orlando Green

706-614-9738 trainingonthego@yahoo.com

Catherine Hamilton

706-202-3128 ccc.hamilton@gmail.com

Corey Little

706-207-0689 coreylittlecoaching@gmail.com

Heather Pittman

706-654-6520

Brad Ulrich

706-201-1833

Cordelle White

706-424-5639

Arthritis Foundation Water Exercise This gentle class, led by a professional instructor, leads participants through a series of movements designed specifically for those with arthritis pain and limited movement. M, W, F @ 10:00am-10:45am Please note: The Athens YMCA tries to maintain our indoor pool temperature at 85º. Our pool is not a warm water therapy pool.

Massage Therapy Massages are available for Health Club Members ONLY. Joe Leone

706-548-3857 (MHC)

Joey Freeman

706-202-2224 (MHC)

Nichole Arrendale

706-247-3477 (LHC)

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Youth & Athletic Programs: Fall 2018—Registration begins June 4th Tackle Football (3rd & 4th Grade, 5th & 6th Grade) The Athens YMCA participates in a predominantly Christian youth football league. The league consists of Prince Ave., Bethlehem Christian Academy, Gatewood Academy, Athens Christian, The Y, George Walton, and Oconee County. The league is governed by a board of directors that consist of one representative from each organization. This program is designed to teach the fundamentals of tackle football, safe tackling habits, all positions, and sportsmanship. Players are evaluated during practice and assigned positions for the season. The primary emphasis is on Christian leadership and sportsmanship. Summer practices will begin July 16, 2018. Practices after school will begin Wednesday August 8, 2018. All teams will practice 3 times per week (M,W,F) immediately after school. The season will begin in September. Helmet, shoulder pads, mouth pieces, cleats, and practice gear must be purchased by parents. The YMCA will provide game day jerseys, pants and helmet decals. $100 Members/$140 Non-Members

Rec Soccer For Boys And Girls (Based on Birthday) U6, U8, U10 & U12 are all recreational soccer programs. All age groups will participate in soccer practice drills for three weeks before teams are drafted. Once the draft takes place, rosters and schedules will be sent home and uniforms will be ordered. Please expect light travel with U10 & U12 soccer. All players will need cleats and shin guards to play in their games.

U6

Tues & Thurs

3:30-5:00pm

Games Thurs @ 5:15pm

U8

Mon & Wed

3:30-5:00pm

Games Wed @ 5:30pm

U10

Mon & Wed

3:30-5:00pm

U12

Tues & Thurs

4:30-6:00pm

Games @ the Athens YMCA and surrounding rec facilities.

There will be some weekday and weekend games with times TBA.

Flag Football (1st and 2nd Grade) $95 Members/$140 Non-Members Flag football is offered for 1st & 2nd Grade. Teams will play in a predominantly Christian league. Teams in the league are from Prince Ave, Gatewood Academy, and George Walton Academy. Games will be played on Saturdays and during the week. Teams will practice 2 times per week (T & TH). Game jerseys, flags, and footballs will be provided by the YMCA. Parents are encouraged to purchase cleats and mouth piece. $95 Members/$140 Non-Members Football Cheerleading

This program is to teach basic fundamentals of soccer with fun games and encourages parent/child interaction. Parent/Child soccer is also designed to help your child develop through physical activity as well as through social interactions.

August 28-October 4 Tues & Thurs 4:00pm-4:45 pm

YMCA Cheerleading is designed to teach the fundamentals of cheerleading to children who have never cheered before or to those who are looking to improve their skills. The program will focus on teaching basic jumps, stretching and coordination, and proper jump techniques. Emphasis is on motion placement, teamwork, and cheers.

Ages 5-12 Tues & Thurs 3:30-5:00pm Uniform Needed

$120 Member/$155 Non-Members

Uniform Not Needed

$100 Member/$140 Non-Members

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Parent/Child Soccer (ages 2-4)

$30 Member/$50 Non-member This is a 6 week program

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Youth & Athletic Programs: Fall 2018—Registration begins May 14th Swimming Lessons

Tae-Kwon Do

Ages 6-12- A step-by-step progression of swimming & water safety skills that enable a child to swim safely, enjoy the water, and use swimming as a lifetime fitness sport.

Learn self-confidence, self-defense, coordination, this is a perfect complement to any sport you are currently involved in. Uniform not provided, but may be purchased from the instructor.

Instructor: Master Jose Castro / Certified 5th Degree Black Belt. Ages: 5-12.

This program’s five main components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, endurance and technique. Each skill level builds upon the preceding level with six levels (water acclimation, water movement, water stamina, stroke introduction, stroke development & stroke mechanics) covering all swimming strokes, diving fundamentals, safety skills and endurance.

Mon & Wed

3:55-4:55pm

Tues & Thurs

3:55-4:55pm

Fun Fridays

3:55-4:55pm

Fun Fridays consist of fun water activities, no lessons are involved.

Mon & Wed

$115 Members/$150 Non-Members

Tues & Thurs

$115 Members/$150 Non-Members

Fun Fridays

$52 Members/$64 Non-Members

Beginner Classes Mon & Wed

3:30-5:00pm

Tues & Thurs

3:30-5:00pm

Green Belt or Higher Mon & Wed

5:00-6:00pm

Tues & Thurs

5:00-6:00pm

$100 Members / $140 Non-Members Teen Fitness

This program is designed to teach ages 12-15 appropriate ways to exercise under YMCA Staff supervision. We do intend to make exercise fun for our teens. The program will consist of swim classes, indoor cycle classes, boot camp classes, and more.

All participants need tennis shoes and athletic clothing. Tue and Thu. 4:30 - 6:00pm $105 Members /$140 Non-Members Cross Country Youth Cross Country is a program for kids ages 7-14 who enjoy running. Participants will learn proper running technique, develop endurance and sportsmanship. We encourage kids to sign up who are interested in improving their pace, want to stay in shape for other sports like soccer and basketball and just want to try it out for fun.

Tue and Thu. 5:00 - 6:00pm $105 Members /$140 Non-Members

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Youth & Athletic Programs: Winter 2018-2019—Registration begins October 8th Basketball

Tae-Kwon Do

Learn and master the basics of passing, dribbling and shooting. Y Basketball is designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball to children who have never played before or to those who are looking to improve their skills. Focus will be on ball control, shooting techniques, offensive and defensive tactics, rules and regulations of the game, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play for all. Ages 5-15. Basketball is offered during the winter quarter. There will be light travel for 5th-9th Grade Basketball.

Learn self-confidence, self-defense, coordination, this is a perfect complement to any sport you are currently involved in. Uniform not provided, but may be purchased from the instructor. Instructor: Master Jose Castro / Certified 5th Degree Black Belt. Ages: 5-12.

Basketball Age Kindergarten 1st & 2nd Grade

Practice Days Mon & Wed Mon & Wed

Practice Times

Games

3:30-5:00pm

Wed @ 5:15pm

3:30-5:00pm

Sat @ 9:30am or 10:30am

3rd & 4th Grade

Tues & Thurs

3:30-5:00pm

Fri @ 6:00pm or 7:00pm

5th & 6th Grade

Tues & Thurs

5:00-6:30pm

TBD

7th-9th Grade

Tues & Thurs

5:00-6:30pm

TBD

$95 for Members / $140 for Non-Members Basketball Cheerleading YMCA Cheerleading is designed to teach the fundamentals of cheerleading to children who have never cheered before or to those who are looking to improve their skills. The program will focus on teaching basic jumps, stretching and coordination, and proper jump techniques. Emphasis is on motion placement, teamwork, and cheers.

Ages 5-12 Tues & Thurs 3:30-5:00pm

Uniform Needed

$120 Member/$155 Non-Members

Uniform Not Needed $100 Member/$140 Non-Members

Teen Fitness This program is designed to teach ages 12-15 appropriate ways to exercise under YMCA Staff supervision. We do intend to make exercise fun for our teens. The program will consist of swim classes, indoor cycle classes, boot camp classes, and more. All participants need tennis shoes and athletic clothing. Tue and Thu. 4:30-6:00pm

$105 Members /$140 Non-Members

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Beginner Classes

Mon & Wed

3:30-5:00pm

Tues & Thurs

3:30-5:00pm

Green Belt or Higher Mon & Wed

5:00-6:00pm

Tues & Thurs

5:00-6:00pm

$100 Members/$140 Non-Members

Swimming Lessons Ages 6-12- A step-by-step progression of swimming & water safety skills that enable a child to swim safely, enjoy the water, and use swimming as a lifetime fitness sport.

This program’s five main components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports games, and rescue. Each skill level builds upon the preceding level, with six levels (Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Flying Fish, and Shark) covering all the strokes, diving fundamentals, & safety skills. Throughout all levels, students are taught aquatic and boating safety and rescue skills.

Mon & Wed

3:55-4:55pm

Tues & Thurs

3:55-4:55pm

Fun Fridays

3:55-4:55pm

Fun Fridays consist of fun water activities, no lessons are involved.

Mon & Wed

$115 Members/$150 Non-Members

Tues & Thurs

$115 Members/$150 Non-Members

Fun Fridays

$52 Members/$64 Non-Members

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Youth & Athletic Programs: Spring 2018—Registration begins January 15th Rec Soccer For Boys And Girls (Based on Birthday) U6, U8, U10 & U12 are all recreational soccer programs. All age groups will participate in soccer practice drills for three weeks before teams are drafted. One the draft takes place, rosters and schedules will be sent home and uniforms will be ordered. Please expect light travel with U10 & U12 soccer. All players will need cleats and shin guards to play in their games.

U6

Tues & Thurs

3:30-5:00pm

Games Thurs @ 5:15pm

U8

Mon & Wed

3:30-5:00pm

Games Wed @ 5:30pm

U10

Mon & Wed

3:30-5:00pm

U12

Tues & Thurs

4:30-6:00pm

Games @ the Athens YMCA and surrounding rec facilities.

There will be some weekday and weekend games with times TBA.

$95 Members/$140 Non-Members

Youth Track and Field Youth Track and Field is for both beginner and advanced runners. Participants will be exposed to field events, distance running, and sprinting.

Participants will learn running techniques and develop both individual and team goals.

Ages 6-12. Tuesday & Thursday 3:30-5:00pm Track Meets are on Saturdays. Light travel is involved.

Swimming Lessons Ages 6-12- A step-by-step progression of swimming & water safety skills that enable a child to swim safely, enjoy the water, and use swimming as a lifetime fitness sport.

This program’s five main components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports games, and rescue. Each skill level builds upon the preceding level, with six levels (Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Flying Fish, and Shark) covering all the strokes, diving fundamentals, & safety skills. Throughout all levels, students are taught aquatic and boating safety and rescue skills.

Mon & Wed

3:55-4:55pm

Tues & Thurs

3:55-4:55pm

Fun Fridays

3:55-4:55pm

Fun Fridays consist of fun water activities, no lessons are involved.

Mon & Wed

$115 Members/$150 Non-Members

Tues & Thurs

$115 Members/$150 Non-Members

Fun Fridays

$52 Members/$64 Non-Members

Tae-Kwon Do Learn self-confidence, self-defense, coordination, this is a perfect complement to any sport you are currently involved in. Uniform not provided, but may be purchased from the instructor. Instructor: Master Jose Castro / Certified 5th Degree Black Belt. Ages: 5-12.

Beginner Classes Mon & Wed

3:30-5:00pm

Tues & Thurs

3:30-5:00pm

Green Belt or Higher

$95 Members /$140 Non-Members

Mon & Wed

5:00-6:00pm

Parent/Child Soccer (ages 2-4) March 28 – May 3 Tues and Thurs 4:00-4:45pm This is a 6 week program $30 Members /$50 Non-Members

Tues & Thurs

5:00-6:00pm

$100 Members/$140 Non-Members

Teen Fitness This program is designed to teach ages 12-15 appropriate ways to exercise under YMCA Staff supervision. We do intend to make exercise fun for our teens. The program will consist of swim classes, indoor cycle classes, boot camp classes, and more. All participants need tennis shoes and athletic clothing. Tue and Thu. 4:30 - 6:00pm $105 Members /$140 Non-Members

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Camp Kelley 2018 & Summer Swim Lessons

Options Specials

2018 is our 82nd Summer!

For more than 80 years, the Athens YMCA has offered youngsters a unique 9 week summer camp experience with a long-standing tradition of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities.

Making friends, learning new skills, developing confidence and building self-esteem is what our day camp is all about. All programs are active and geared towards age appropriate groups. Camp Kelley fosters personal growth, both mentally and physically, through a wide range of group and individual activities. The children are catered to by a mature, responsible and enthusiastic staff.

Camp Groups Cubs

Ages 5-6

Indians

Ages 7-8

Braves

Ages 9-10

Warriors

Ages 11-13

Camp Kelley 2018 Dates

Week 1

May 21-25

Week 2

May 29-June 1 (No camp on Monday, May 28)

Week 3

June 4-8

Week 4

June 11-15

Week 5

June 18-22

Week 6

June 25-29

NO CAMP JULY 2-6 Week 7

July 9-13

Week 8

July 16-20

Week 9

July 23-27

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Specials Campers and staff will have the opportunity to be creative with games, crafts, talents, and skills in several areas around the Y. Specials locations include: blacktop, skating, field games, gym games, downstairs games, youth room activities, nature walks, racquetball courts, cabins, outdoor theatre, and more.

Specialty Camps Specialty camp hours are 9am-12pm.

Soccer Camp Football Camp

Basketball Camp

Volleyball Camp

Ages 6-13

Ages 6-13

Ages 7-13

Ages 7-13

June 18-22

June 25-29

July 9-12

July 16-20

Summer Swim

Birth Certificates copies are required for ALL 5 & 6 year olds. Space is limited. Please register as soon as possible.

Session

Campers will pick an option to participate in for the week. Options are designed to teach a specific skill set over the course of the week. The option list includes: mountain biking, lacrosse, football drills, soccer drills, basketball drills, arts & crafts projects, dance, cheerleading, music, volleyball, archery, riflery, handball, and more.

From a child’s first experience in the water to intermediate stroke and personal development, basic skills are taught using activities that emphasize kicking, arm strokes, and breathe control. Classes meet four times a week for two weeks, eight lessons total. Unless there’s a holiday (Memorial Day), we meet Monday through Thursday.

May 21-June 1

12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm

NO CLASS MONDAY, MAY 28TH June 4-14

12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm & 6pm

June 18-28

12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm & 6pm

July 9-19

12pm, 1pm, 4pm, 5pm & 6pm

$50 Members/$70 Non-Members

Summer Parent/Child Swim A 30-minute class for children 6 months to 3 yrs. & their parents. The primary objective is to get the child & parent comfortable in the water. Classes are designed to allow the child to have fun in the water while the parent guides their child to learn aquatic skills. Children are exposed to games that use basic movements such as kicking, arm strokes, and breath control. Parents must accompany infants & toddlers in the water. Plastic pants are required for all children under 3 years of age. The YMCA has plastic pants available for sale at the check-in/front desk ($6.00).

Tuesdays & Thursdays June 5-28

10:00am or 5:30pm

July 10-August 2 10:00am or 5:30pm $50 Members/$70 Non-Members

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Aquatics-Swimming Lessons

Parent/Child Swim A 30-minute class for children 6 months to 3 yrs. & their parents. The primary objective is to get the child & parent comfortable in the water. Classes are designed to allow the child to have fun in the water while the parent guides their child to learn aquatic skills. Children are exposed to games that use basic movements such as kicking, arm strokes, and breath control. Parents must accompany infants & toddlers in the water. Plastic pants are required for all children under 3 years of age. The YMCA has plastic pants available for sale at the check-in/front desk ($6.00).

Classes are Tues & Thurs 5:00-5:30pm $50 Members/$70 Non-Members.

Session 1

August 7-30 2018

Session 2

September 4-27 2018

Session 3

October 2-25 2018

Session 4

November 6-December 4 2018

NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 22 FOR THANKSGIVING Session 5

January 9-February 1 2018

Session 6

February 6-March 1 2018

Session 7

March 6-April 5 2018

Session 8

April 10-May 3 2018

Session 9

May 8-31 2018

Evening Swim 6:00pm 3-12 year olds. From a child’s first experience in the water to intermediate stroke and personal development, basic skills are taught using activities that emphasize kicking, arm strokes, and breath control.

Tues & Thurs 6:00-6:30pm $50 Members/$70 Non-Members

Evening Swim 6:30pm Ages 3-12. From a child’s first experience in the water to intermediate stroke and personal development, basic skills are taught using activities that emphasize kicking, arm strokes, and breath control. Tues & Thurs at 6:30-7:00pm $50 Members/$70 Non-Members

Session 1

August 7-30 2018

Session 2

September 4-27 2018

Session 3

October 2-25 2018

Session 4

November 6-December 4 2018

NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 22 FOR THANKSGIVING Session 5

January 9-February 1 2018

Session 6

February 6-March 1 2018

Session 7

March 6-April 5 2018

Session 8

April 10-May 3 2018

Session 9

May 8-31 2018

Adult Swim Ages 13 and up - It’s never too late to learn how to swim.

Class is structured for beginners on up. If you fear the water, don’t worry we’ll move slowly!

Tues & Thurs 7:00-7:45pm $50 Members/$70 Non-Members

Session 1

August 7-30 2018

Session 2

September 4-27 2018

Session 3

October 2-25 2018

Session 4

November 6-December 4 2018

NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 22 FOR THANKSGIVING Session 5

January 9-February 1 2018

Session 6

February 6-March 1 2018

Session 7

March 6-April 5 2018

October 2-25 2018

Session 8

April 10-May 3 2018

November 6-December 4 2018

Session 9

May 8-31 2018

Session 1

August 7-30 2018

Session 2

September 4-27 2018

Session 3 Session 4

NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 22 FOR THANKSGIVING Session 5

January 9-February 1 2018

Session 6

February 6-March 1 2018

Session 7

March 6-April 5 2018

Session 8

April 10-May 3 2018

Session 9

May 8-31 2018

Adaptive Aquatic Youth Program Recreational and instructional swimming program for special populations. 50 minute sessions once a week for four weeks.

Class times are scheduled in 50 minute increments starting at 5:30 pm. Class meets on Mondays or Wednesdays. $50 For Members or Non-Members (Financial Aid is available)

Sept 5-26 Oct 1-24

Nov 4-28

Jan 8-31

March 5-28

Feb 5-28

April 2-25 April 30-May 23

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Various Youth Activities

Dynamic Days

Parent/Child Camp-Out TBA Athens Y Camp, Tallulah Falls, GA. Register online at www.athensycamps.org $150 for couple and $50 each additional person Ages 4 and up.

Activities include: Fishing

Canoeing

Hiking

Bon Fire

Games

Movies

Great Meals

Marshmallow Roasting

Evening Snack Time

Bonding in the North GA Mountains

Champions Foundation Football Clinic Guys and Girls ages 5 to 13 are instructed in football clinic coached by local high school coaches. Clinic takes place at Athens YMCA Athletic Fields. There is NO CHARGE to participate.

Participating High School Coaches: Athens Academy

TBA

Athens Christian Cedar Shoals Clarke Central

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$25 per day per child.

Spring 2018

Fall 2018

Winter 2018

March 12

TBA

TBA

March 13

Cabins with beds, bathrooms and showers

The BLOB

The Athens YMCA provides a full day of fun, special activities and field trips for your child during Clarke County Spring Break and Winter Break.

TBA

March 14 March 15 March 16

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Campaign

Why Give to the Y The Athens YMCA is dedicated to bettering the community we live in. In addition to a place to exercise, the Y is so much more.

We provide essential programming to kids and teens to keep them engaged and out of trouble after school. We provide health classes and screenings to help people combat chronic diseases. We provide a safe and open environment where all are welcome. We provide a summer feeding program to fight food insecurity in our area. We're dedicated to making sure every person who comes through our doors has a chance to succeed and belong at the Y.

Addressing Our Growing Needs Achievement

Health

Belonging

At the Y, we know that everyone can achieve their full potential with the right tools. That's why we're dedicated to keeping vulnerable populations involved in our programs. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, we're committed to offering our services to everyone, regardless of financial status.

100% of our Annual Campaign donations go toward programs and financial assistance.

With illnesses and chronic diseases on the rise, the Y is committed to offering classes and programs to help combat health issues for people of all ages. In addition to athletics for youth and classes designed for active older adults, the Athens Y also hosts an R.N. twice a week from a neighboring hospital. Throughout the year, health screenings and classes including Diabetes Prevention and Cancer Wellness are held to raise awareness, knowledge, and support of individual wellbeing.

As the population of adults over the age of 65 is growing, children and teens are looking to anyone and anything to "fit in," and families are moving in and out of our area, the Y is a central location for belonging. From the middle school soccer team that holds each other accountable for practice, to the group exercise class participants who look forward to seeing each other at every class, we strive to be a place that everyone can be a part of.

Our Y is for everyone.

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Piedmont Athens Regional and the Athens YMCA

April Dorsett, RN, BSN

Piedmont Athens Regional and Athens YMCA have joined together to promote a healthier community. Our shared goal is to provide preventative health education services that will reduce risk factors associated with chronic diseases.

We work together to increase awareness and knowledge of chronic disease due to unhealthy behaviors through health education classes and programs designed to improve both attitudes and behaviors that can lead to a healthier life.

April Dorsett, RN, BSN is on site at the Athens YMCA every Tuesday and Wednesday to offer information about health and wellness including: • Individual health consults: (diabetes prevention, wellness blood pressure screenings, health referrals) • Nutritional counseling services • Diabetes Prevention, Cancer Wellness and other wellness courses • Services available upon request: hands only CPR/AED training April is a Wellness Coach certified through the Cooper Institute.

To set up an appointment with April, please email her at april.dorsett@piedmont.org or call her office: 706-475-5631.

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