2013 YMCA Fall Schedule

STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY

ONE FAMILY AT A TIME

FALL 2013 Program Guide NILES-BUCHANAN YMCA 905 N. Front St. • Niles, MI 49120 • 269-683-1552 • www.nb-ymca.com

Brandywine Community Schools

Right size!

Right opportunities!

Right choice!

Taking schools of Choice applications for the 2013-2014 school year K-12 grades, including Alternative and Adult Education Programs. Deadline: September 6, 2013.

Why Brandywine?

• Brandywine Sr. High is a Michigan Reward School • Small school experience without the private school cost • Grades 9-12 have expanded opportunities with 7 period class day and technology programs • High School Completion opportunities for adults (with FREE child care available)

Indiana Residents Out-of-state tuition is less than many private schools.

Check us out!

Brandywine Community Schools • 1830 S. 3rd Street, Niles • 269-684-7150 • www.brandywinebobcats.org

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STRENGTHENING THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR COMMUNITY As a member of the Niles-Buchanan YMCA you are helping us to build a STRONGER community. Our Y is a place where people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds come together to share in positive activities. The Y is a place where attitudes and lifestyles are often changed for the better. Skills are learned and self-confidence is improved, new friends are made, and family ties are strengthened.

All of these things contribute to making the Niles-Buchanan area a more enjoyable place to live and we’re glad you have chosen to be a part of it.

YMCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Diane Curry........................President Mitt Drew...........................Vice President Greg Jurgonski..................Treasurer Marci Taylor......................Secretary

Sara Bell Jane Brandstatter David Burghart Tom Grant

James Knight Larry Sehy Nancy Tyler

FACILITY FEATURES • 25 Year- 6 Lane Pool • Warm Water Therapy Pool • Gymnasium with 2 Full Courts • 1/10 of a Mile Indoor Track • Cardiovascular Center • Free Weight Room • CYBEX Strength Training Equipment • Special Needs/Family Locker Rooms • Mens & Womens Locker Rooms with Dry Sauna • Aerobic Room • State Licensed Pre-School • Babysitting Room (Infant to 12 years) with Outdoor Playground

FACILITY HOURS

Monday-Thursday............................... 5:00am-10:00pm Friday.................................................. 5:00am-9:00pm Saturday.............................................. 8:00am-4:00pm Sunday............................................... 10:00am-3:00pm

905 N. Front St-Niles, MI 269-683-1552 fax: 269-683-9927 www.nb-ymca.org

YMCA MISSION

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND & BODY FOR ALL

JOIN THE Y! When you join the Y, you’re coming together with men, women, and children from the area who are committed to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

We’re here with you everyday, making sure that you, your family and your community have the resources and support needed to learn, grow, and thrive. You can be assured that any activity in which you engage at the Y will be a safe, positive environment to play & discover!

DAILY GUEST RATES Youth (0-19) $5.00 • Adult (20+) $10.00 • Family $15.00

Babysitting Rates

BABYSITTING HOURS Monday-Thursday....... 8:45am-9:00pm Friday............................. 8:45am-8:00pm Saturday........................ 9:00am-1:00pm We will close half hour early if there are no children present.

Hours are subject to change.

Membership Type

Monthly

Members: Free Non-Members & Guests $2/hr First Child $1/hr additional Children

Annual Fee Joiner Fee*

Youth (0-12)

$10.00

$120.00

$30.00

Teen (13-19)

$15.00

$180.00

$30.00

Young Adult (20-25)

$30.00

$360.00

$50.00

Adult (26+)

$40.00

$480.00

$70.00

Couple**

$55.00

$660.00

$100.00

Family**

$60.00

$720.00

$100.00

Adult Member Add-On

$20.00

$240.00

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Program Participant

$25/person Annually

*NEW and RENEWING (over 30 days) memberships are subject to a joiner fee! ** Members must reside in the same household-verification may be needed.

PROGRAM PARTICIPANT FALL SESSION DATES Fall I: September 9 - October 26 Fall II: October 28 - December 21 No Classes - November 25-30

Registration Begins: Fall I: Members - August 19 / Non-Members - August 22 Fall II: Members -October 21 / Non-Members - October 24

YMCA Closings:

Labor Day-Monday, Sept. 2, 2013 Thanksgiving- Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013 Christmas- Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013 New Years Day- Wednesday, January 1, 2014

A Program Membership is designed for youths who will only be registered to participate in programs without using the facility at other times.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Any child, adult or family may belong to the YMCA, regardless of income or family situation. If you know of an individual or family who would like to belong, but cannot afford to, please notify the Y staff.

Financial assistance is available for all programs.

HAVE YOU CHECKED OUT OUR WEBSITE LATELY? At www.nb-ymca.org you will find our Fitness Schedule, Gym Schedule and Pool Schedules updated regularly. You will also find posts about current offerings, as well as a printable copy of the Program Guide. You can also keep informed with breaking news and daily events by visiting us on Facebook/Niles-Buchanan YMCA.

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MEMBERSHIP...Working together to move forward METHODS OF PAYMENT

AGE REGULATIONS

Easy Pay is a monthly payment plan which automatically drafts your checking, savings, debit or credit card account for your membership dues. Easy Pay memberships will automatically be renewed until cancelled in writing.

Memberships can also be paid annually using cash, credit/debit card or check.

Children must be at least 13 years of age to utilize the Fitness Center.

Children 13-16 years must go through mandatory two hour teen orientation prior to using any equipment without adult supervision.

Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 when using the Indoor Track.

CANCELLATION POLICY Membership: Memberships must be cancelled in writing 30 days prior to the 1st of the month in which the cancellation is to take effect.

Programs: If the minimum number of participants are not enrolled, the Y has the right to combine it with another class or cancel the class.

REFUND POLICY If the Y cancels or reschedules a program, a refund or credit will be granted. If a medically verified illness or injury prohibits attendance and is reported to the Y, a credit will be issued for future programs. NO MONEY will be refunded. Credits must be approved by the Program Director. An administrative fee is added into the price of each class and will not be included in issuing credits.

CORPORATE PARTNERS The Niles-Buchanan YMCA is proud to partner with area businesses and organizations to offer discounted rates to their employees dedicated to improved health and wellness- up to 20% off the Adult, Family & Couple- membership rates.

See our Membership & Marketing Director for more details.

REGISTRATION Program cards will be handed out to current participants during the second to last week of the session. Registration for members and current participants will then be on the last week of class. See Page 3 for registration dates. Pre-registration is required for ALL, space is NOT guaranteed to current participants.

Fees are due at time of registration, spaces cannot be held without payment. Registration can be taken by phone using credit/debit cards.

Online registration is available to Members only.

MEMBERSHIP COUNTS For the safety of all members and guests, everyone is required to check in at the front desk. All members are issued member ID cards. We ask that you show your card every time you come. Replacement cards: $2.

BABYSITTING We offer free babysitting service while adult members use the facility. This service is also available to non-members and guests at the rate of $2/hour for the first child and $1/ hour for each additional child. See the babysitting staff for more details and a handbook.

AWAY PROGRAM The “Always Welcome at YMCA’s” AWAY logo on your membership ID entitles you to visit participating YMCAs in the cities where you are traveling. You may find any YMCA in the US by calling (866) USA-YMCA or by going online and visiting www.ymca.net.

GUESTS Guests are welcome anytime with proper ID Daily Guest Rates are: Youth......................$5.00 Adult.................... $10.00 Family.................. $15.00

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

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We need your help and talent. The Y is a volunteer based organization.

We count on the generosity of the community to serve where needed.

Watch for this symbol throughout the guide for opportunities to serve.

LOST & FOUND Any recovered items will be placed in our lost and found and kept on hand for no more than two weeks. All unclaimed items will be donated to a local charitable organization. See the Member Service Center to claim your lost items.

SECURITY The Niles-Buchanan Y is open to all members, therefore each person must be responsible for his or her own belongings. The Y is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items. Leave valuables at home. If you do bring valuables we advise that you use a lock that is large enough so that the locker cannot be opened, or keep them locked in your car out of sight.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT...Learn together, play together Gymnastics Fees

3o minute class: Member............................$35.00 Non-Member.....................$84.00 45/60 Minute class Member............................$50.00 Non-Member...................$126.00 A $25 annual fee is required to register as a non-member

PARENT TODDLER (18 mo -3 years)

Swingers (6 years & up) In this children will be working on round offs, handstands to bridge, back roll step-outs, and back kickovers without spot, and the basics for back handsprings. All classes do beam, vault, and bars.

Days/Times: Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm

Kippers (6 years & up) This advanced class is designed for children ready to begin tumbling skills, front and back walkovers, along with dance. There will be specific skills required on all equipment. At this level the skills will be more difficult; they will require proper technique and form while paying close attention to the instructor.

Days/Times: Thursday 6:30-7:30pm

This class is designed to give parents the opportunity to be involved in their child’s motor development. They will be using all the equipment as the parent learns to work with their child on different skills. The instructor will be involved with spotting and teaching each skill. At times, the instructor will ask to go one on one with the child in a specific skill.

Day/Time: Monday 5:15-5:45pm

Flyers (6 years & up)

PRESCHOOL Gym Dandy (3 - 4 years)

This class is designed for those children who are interested in learning basic skills for tumbling only. They must first learn to do a handstand, bridge and kickover off of mats before learning to do back handsprings. Once they are able to do roundoffs and back handsprings they can move on to more difficult skills.

Days/Times: Monday (Beginners) 6:00-7:00pm

Monday (Advance) 7:00-8:00pm

This class is designed for the child ready to learn basic moves that will teach them to do the complete gymnastic skill. They will work all the equipment which will help in balance, flexibility, and basic motor skills, such as donkey kick, which will eventually become a handstand. As the child learns more skills and is ready they will be given more difficult moves to master.

Days/Times: Tuesday 4:45-5:15pm

Thursday 5:15-5:45pm

Kinder Gym (4 - 5 years) This class is designed to prepare a child for the progressive program. They will work on learning skills for cartwheels, many different rolls, handstands and much more. They will work on all the equipment and at times will try without a spotter. We encourage all of the children that are ready to do skills with little spotting.

This will prepare them in the future for other skills and strengthens their confidence.

Days/Times: Tuesday 5:15-6:00pm Thursday 5:45-6:30pm

PROGRESSIVE For all progressive gymnastics classes, children will need to achieve 75% competency before they can move to the next class, upon the instructor’s discretion.

Rollers (6 years & up) This program begins with forward rolls, cartwheels, handstands and back kickovers off the mats. They will also work the beam, vault and bars.

Days/Times: Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm

This class is designed for the serious gymnast that might enjoy competition level skills. They will be working on continuous tumbling runs, putting together routines using dance and gymnastics.

They will still be working on bars, beam and vault, along with floor.

Days/Times: Thursday 6:30-7:30pm

TUMBLING (10 years & up)

YOUTH CHEERLEADING Cheerleaders learn basic skills, cheers, and chants. Routines are also taught.

Days/Times: Wednesday (5 - 6 years) 5:00-6:00pm

Wednesday (7+ years) 6:00-7:00pm

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT...Be a part of something bigger!

Mariners Swim Team

Discover the friendship, excitement, and self confidence that come with competitive swimming, join the Niles-Buchanan YMCA Mariners Swim Team. We are a team that is dedicated to the development of our swimmers. We offer a total program for children 6-18 years of age. Whether the child is a young developing swimmer still learning the strokes or a senior swimmer with national qualifying times, the YMCA swim team can meet your needs. All swimmers are required to be YMCA members 1 month prior to the start the season, and be able to swim 1 length of the YMCA pool doing the front crawl with rotary breathing and 1 length doing the back crawl to join the swim team. *All swimmers must have a Youth/Teen Membership. Practice times are set by coaches.

Red Group Open to ages 4 and older. Designed to teach the fundamentals of four competitive strokes, technique and terminology while developing a love for swimming. To qualify for this group, they must be able to demonstrate front and back floats as well as be able to swim 25 yards on their stomach and back. Swimmers in this group are not required to compete. To move from this group, the swimmer must be able to consistently demonstrate good listening skills as well as solid technique in freestyle and backstroke with an understanding of breaststroke and butterfly

Green Group The green group demonstrates legal strokes, starts and turns. They are capable of swimming distance freestyle events and 100 yards of each stroke legally. They are introduced to both long and short term goal setting, cross training (age appropriate), and are able to use the pace clock to achieve practice goals. The blue group uses a full range of practice equipment. Training focuses on state and zone competition for age group swimmers with the goal of competing on a national level. This group exhibits a high level of year round commitment to competitive swimming and the team.

Practice: Recommend 5-6x/week with Saturdays and doubles additional Schedule: 9:00-10:30 am swim M-F, 8:00 am dryland Nutrition: W 10:15-10:30 am Meets: Mandatory

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Dance & Gymnastics This is a class designed for students with special needs. Students will try several styles of dance: Creative Movement, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Ballet, etc.

Dance Tuesday (Ages 11-17) 6:00-6:30pm Tuesday (Adult 18+) 6:30-7:00pm Fee: $35.00/seven week session

Practice: recommend 3-4x/week Schedule: 9:30-10:30 am. See schedule for days Nutrition: W 9:00-9:15 am Meets: optional but encouraged

Gymnastics Tuesday (Ages 11-17) 5:15-5:45pm Tuesday (Adult 18+) 7:00-7:30pm Fee: $35.00/seven week session

Yellow Group

HORSEBACK RIDING CLASSES

Young age group swimmers working on endurance, conditioning and refining freestyle and backstroke. Spend time developing legal competitive butterfly and breaststroke techniques. Introduce them to interval training using pace clocks and training equipment. Continue to work more on starts and turns as we increase yardage minimally.

Practice: recommend 4-5x/week Schedule: 9:15-10:00 am. See schedule for days Nutrition: W 9:00-9:15 am Meets: Home meets mandatory, away meets optional but encouraged

Blue Group Swimmers in this group have a solid knowledge and execution of each competitive stroke with legal turns in the individual medley and are capable of swimming 200 yards freestyle. This group is learning to track their yardage and are comfortable using the pace clock in interval training. The blue group is motivated to be competitive at practice as well as meets. This is a fast paced training group which requires weekly attendance throughout season for maximum development and improvement.

Practice: Recommend 5-6x/week (can come Saturdays only if attendance 100% during week) Schedule: 9:00-10:30 am M-F Nutrition: W 10:15-10:30 am Meets: mandatory

The Niles-Buchanan YMCA has teamed up with Robert Egan Stables to offer horseback riding classes for children and adults. Stables consist of 24 acres of indoor and outdoor arenas and outside courses and trails. Certified instructors (NARHA) stressing suitability of horse to rider, emphasizing safety in all activites. All classes will meet for seven weeks and will run according to the YMCA’s schedules. Limit 4 students per class.

Egan Stables 2000 Bakertown Rd. Buchanan, MI 49107 269-695-5190 Children’s Classes (Ages 7-13) Wednesday 4:30-5:30pm Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm Fee: Members $175.00

Non-Members $200.00 We have one full scholarship available each program session for a youth participant. Scholarship application must be filled out to determine qualifications. Please see Member Service Center for application.

Adult classes and classes for individuals with disabilities are available, please call Karen for more information: 574-386-8534.

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SWIM Fees

3o minute class: Member...................$35.00 Non-Member............$84.00 45/60 Minute class Member...................$50.00 Non-Member..........$126.00

Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday

6:10-6:40pm 9:00-9:30am 5:00-5:30pm 6:10-6:40pm 5:30-6:00pm 11:25-11:55am

Tuesday

Schedule is subject to change due to low enrollment.

Tuesday Saturday

5:00-5:30pm 5:00-5:30pm 8:30-9:00am 9:05-9:35am 9:40-10:10am

PRESCHOOL CLASSES 3-5 years Pike (Level 1) Monday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday Saturday

5:35-6:05pm 9:00-9:30am 9:30-10:00am 5:35-6:05pm 5:00-5:30pm 10:15-10:45am 10:50-11:20am

9:30-10:00am 12:00-12:30pm

PROGRESSIVE CLASSES 6-14 years Polliwog (Level 1) Monday 6:30-7:15pm Wednesday 6:30-7:15pm Saturday 10:00-10:45am

Guppy (Level 2) Monday 6:30-7:15pm Wednesday 6:30-7:15pm Saturday 11:00-11:45am

Minnow (Level 3) Monday Saturday

6:30-7:15pm 10:00-10:45am

& Care for seniors

6:30-7:15pm

Moms in Motion: 3 week sessions

5:30-6:00pm

Rays & Starfish (Level 3 & 4)

Monday Wednesday Saturday Saturday Saturday

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Pike with Parent

A $25 annual fee is required to register as a non-member

S.K.I.P. (Parent Child) 6-36 mos.

Fish/Flying Fish/Shark (Level 4-6)

Tuesday & Thursday 8:00-9:00 am $42.00 member / $52.00 non-member Are you an expecting mother? Would you like to stay fit during your pregnancy, but don’t want any high impact workouts? Then Moms in Motion is for you. In this class we use the therapeutic properties of water to keep the impact low but the results high. The class will work on your flexibility, muscle tone, and heart rate. Taught by a skilled and supportive teacher who will let you work at your own fitness level, while also challenging you to go to the next level.

Aquatic Classes Member Non-Member Non-Member

Free $5.00/Class $45.00/10 Classes

Mommy and Me: Tues. 9-10 am In Mommy and Me get a great workout while spending quality time with your infant or small child. You and your child bond while you move the child through the water in different ways to tone muscle, improve heart rate, and improve flexibility.

This class is for any fitness level.

Comfort

West Woods of Niles is a family owned and operated long term care community. Our home offers private rooms, courtyards, and common areas for visiting family & friends. Please come see us.

NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY.

West Woods of Niles Nursing Center 1211 State Line Road l Niles, MI 49120 269.684.2810

We value the concept that aging is not a decline, but a continuous stage of growth and development in a human life. We have made a commitment to create a culture that fosters warmth and growth for our residents and for our employees.

Residents can enjoy deliciously prepared meals, beautiful courtyards, activity center with a kitchenette, multiple common areas for visiting with family, wireless internet, digital satellite TV, in house laundry and housekeeping, and church services just to name a few.

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Water Movement M-W-F (7:00-8:00am) Low-Moderate Intensity

• Improves balance, coordination and core stability

• Encourages social interaction

• Provides an exercise mode that executes less impact on

the joints and bones, within a non-competitive atmosphere

• Exercise at your own fitness level.

Aqua Aerobics M-W-F (8:00am-9:00am) Moderate-High Intensity

• Improves balance, coordination and core stability

• Encourages social interaction

• Provides an exercise mode that executes less impact on

the joints and bones, within a non-competitive atmosphere

• Exercise at your own fitness level.

Aqua Aerobics T-F (2:00-3:00pm) Moderate- High Intensity

• Improves balance, coordination and core stability

• Encourages social interaction

• Provides an exercise mode that executes less impact on

the joints and bones, within a non-competitive atmosphere

• Exercise at your own fitness level.

Aqua Aerobics Movement T-F (3:00-4:00pm) Moderate-High Intensity

• Improves balance, coordination and core stability

• Encourages social interaction

• Provides an exercise mode that executes less impact on

the joints and bones, within a non-competitive atmosphere

• Exercise at your own fitness level.

Aqua Aerobics M-T-Th (7:00-8:00pm) Moderate-High Intensity

• Improves balance, coordination and core stability

• Encourages social interaction

• Provides an exercise mode that executes less impact on

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• Exercise at your own fitness level.

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YOUTH SPORTS

BOYS BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Leagues: 3rd & 4th

5th & 6th Grade Registration: All registrations will be taken at the YMCA beginning Saturday, November 2, 2013 and will continue through Sunday, December 22, 2013. After Dec. 22 a $10.00 late fee will be charged with no exceptions. Late registrations will not be guaranteed any particular coach or team.

Game Days: Saturdays-January 25, February 1, 8,15, 22, YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE March 1, 8, 15 Leagues: 3rd & 4th Who: Boys in grades 3 through 6

5th & 6th Grades Registration: All registrations will be taken at the YMCA beginning Cost: YMCA Members: $25 Non-Members: $40.00 Monday, August 19, 2013 and will continue through Sunday, GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE September 15, 2013. After Sept. 15 a $10.00 late fee will be Leagues: 3rd & 4th charged with no exceptions. Late registrations will not be

5th & 6th Grade guaranteed any particular coach or team.

Registration: All registrations will be taken at the YMCA beginning Game Days: Saturdays-October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 23 Saturday, November 2, 2013 and will continue through Sunday, Who: Girls in grades 3 through 6 December 22, 2013. After Dec. 22 a $10.00 late fee will be charged Cost: YMCA Members: $25 Non-Members: $40.00 with no exceptions. Late registrations will not be guaranteed any particular coach or team.

Game Days: Saturdays-January 26, February 1, 8, 15, 22, Youth Sports Volunteers Needed March 1, 8, 15 Who: Girls in grades 3 through 6 Cost: YMCA Members: $25 Non-Members: $40.00 Playing in an organized sport league helps kids learn how to work with others, develop leadership skills. Youth Sports League games are uniquely focused on team play, good sportsmanship and the role of the individual player to the success of the team. These life skills, along with the YMCA character values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility are the cornerstones of our youth league.

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K-1st & 2nd Grade Basketball Leagues

Registration: All registrations will be taken at the YMCA beginning Saturday, November 2, 2013 and will continue through Sunday, December 22, 2013. After Dec. 22 a $10.00 late fee will be charged with no exceptions. Late registrations will not be guaranteed any particular coach or team.

Games: February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15 Who: Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade Cost: YMCA Members: $25 Non-Members: $40.00 Skill Assessment: January 11, 2014

January 11, 2014

Kindergarten starts at 9am 1st & 2nd Grade starts at 12:00pm

Taekwondo We are happy to offer child-focused Taekwondo classes.

This energetic class will focus on discipline, self-confidence, self-control, respect, with an emphasis on being a GREAT student in school.

Tiny Tigers (Ages 5-6) Saturday 9:15am-10:00am Karate for Kids (Ages 7-12) Saturday 10:00am-10:45am Members: $50.00 Non-Members: $126.00

WINTER RUCKUS MY WAY Looking for something fun and exciting for children to do over Winter break? Winter Ruckus My Way will provide your children with fun games, crafts and swimming. Come join the fun at Winter Ruckus My Way and be a part of the fun.

Sign up early as space is limited.

Who: Kindergarten through 6th grade When: Dec 23, 24, 26, 27, 30, 31 & Jan 2, 3 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Per day charge: $20.00 All eight days: $70.00

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY...Providing a safe and friendly environment Room Rentals

(Max 4:1 child/adult ratio)

Rooms are available for business meetings, group lock-ins, and other special events. Rates are based on event duration, group size, and facility usage.

Lap Swim - Participants must be 13+ to participate.

See our pool schedule for times and age regulations.

Birthday Parties Not sure where to have your child’s next birthday?

The Y is available for parties.

Birthday events can be reserved on Saturdays from 2-4 pm and are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Contact Margaret Haines at 269-683-1552 for more information.

SWIM, SPORTS & PLAY Open Swim Open to all families, adults, teens and children. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult in the water. All children 7 or older unaccompanied by an adult must stand 42” tall and must be able to swim alone without a flotation device.

Family Swim Open to all families and adults. Anyone under the age of 18 must have an adult accompany them in the water.

Open Gym Recreational gym is available for members/guests at this time. See gym schedule for age appropriate times.

Adult Pick-Up Basketball MEMBERS ONLY This is a time set aside for adult members only; 18 or older.

Pickleball Pickleball is a fun game combining table tennis, and tennis and is played in the gymnasium with a low floor net. Using a perforated plastic ball and wood paddles, you will find this game is easy for beginners to learn and fun for all!

See our Gym Schedule for times and age regulations.

HEALTHY LIVING...Improving the health & well being for all Fitness Classes Member Non-Member Non-Member

Fitness Assessments Free $5.00/Class $45.00/10 Classes

Personal Training* Personal training is available to all members age 13 and over.

Personal Training: 1 Session - $30.00

4 Sessions - $108.00

10 Sessions - $240.00 *Payment due prior to appointment. *Specialized weight loss training available for youths and pre-teens.

Group Training Train with your family or friends.

Minimum 2/Maximum 4 participants.

2 Participants - $45.00 ($22.50 ea) 4 Participants - $60.00 ($15.00 ea)

Training Consultation A 15 minute session with a trainer for advice on getting started, changing, or challenging your workout as well as getting advice on classes that fit your needs or interests. $15/session.

Teen-Fitness Orientation

Cardio Room (Required for13-16 years) - Teens will be introduced to cardio and strength equipment for safe and effective workouts.

They will set up with a safe starting weight on strength machines and a target heart rate for aerobic conditioning.

Free-Weight Room (Required for 13-16 years) - Teens must complete an orientation with Coach Grayson and may only use free weights after orientation AND under supervision of Coach Grayson or a parent.

Adult Fitness Orientation A free one hour orientation for fitness center is available to all new members!

$15.00 per appointment - can be scheduled every 6-8 weeks.

This service is provided free with Personal Training.

Track The track is 1/10 mile. You must be 13 years or older to be on the track without an adult. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult within arms length at ALL times.

Incentive Programs Incentive programs will be offered throughout the year as a fun way to achieve your personal fitness goals. Prizes will be awarded to those meeting their goals! Keep an eye out for upcoming events.

GROUP EXERCISE • Strength & Toning • Cardiovascular • Aquatic Classes • Low Impact Classes • Yoga & Stretching Classes

Train with the Trainer - 11:30am & 7:30pm • 2nd Tuesday of each month beginning September 10th • Train with the trainer in specific fitness focus • Trainers will rotate monthly • Free to members (sign up may be required)

American Red Cross CPR, AED & First Aid CPR & AED - October 19 - 8am - 12 pm Fee: Members $75.00

Non-Members $90.00 CPR, AED & First Aid - October 19 - 8am - 4pm Fee: Members $90.00

Non-Members $126.00

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HEALTHY LIVING...Improving the health & well being for all Get Healthy-Get Fit

Weight Loss Challenge October 14 - December 1

Adult Volleyball

Competitive - This league is only for high level experienced teams.

For example if you have played in our competitive league and were a higher ranked team, then this is the league for you.

Mid Level Recreation - For teams who are more experienced than recreation but not quite ready for competitive leagues. For example if you played in our competitive league and were a lower ranked team then you should be in this league.

Where: Niles-Buchanan YMCA When: October 1 - November 9, 2013

Tuesday or Thursday pm matches - co-ed 6 on 6 Who: Adults (18 and older) Fee: $25.00 per member on roster

$35.00 per non-member on roster Registration: August 19 - September 24, 2013

The Niles-Buchanan YMCA has partnered up with MI Healthier Tomorrow and Be Healthy Berrien to offer an opportunity for guidance to a better health. The Y is offering a 12 session program called Get Healthy - Get Fit. The program offers weekly group meetings with a dietician and fitness guidance with a Personal Trainer. It is a 12-week program in which participants strive to achieve a higher level of wellness. There has to be a minimum of 5 participants, with a max of 10 participants. So, don’t miss your chance to sign-up today!

12 Session Group Program What: Dietary/Nutrition (30 min) + Fitness Conditioning (60 min) When: Modays - 6pm - 7:30 pm or Tuesdays - 11:30am-1:00pm Who: Members and Non-Members Cost: You are getting a $730 value for $150!

Members: $150 Non-Members: $200 Interested individuals should contact Member Services at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA for more information or to register.

All team member fees and completed team roster must be turned into the Niles-Buchanan YMCA. Minimum of 4 teams to run each league. League will run for 6 matches plus a tournament to finish the season. Officials will be provided for each match. Total matches will determine league standings. In case of a tie, head-to-head matches won then total points will decide team placing.

Nutrition Counseling The Niles-Buchanan YMCA will be offering nutrition counseling for adults and children. Marcy Herbert is a registered dietician, who is also certified in pediatric weight management and dietary counseling. Marcy currently volunteers as a nutrition guide for the Niles-Buchanan Mariners Swim Team. She has been practicing for 15 years in areas of weight management, diabetes, heart disease, food allergies, and other chronic conditions. We are excited to offer this service for a very reasonable fee.

Interested individuals or families should contact Member Services at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA for information, to obtain the profile questionnaire, or to schedule an appointment.

Initial Dietary Consultation - 45 minutes Members: $45.00 Non-Members $70.00 Follow Up Visits - 30 Minutes Members: $30.00 Non-Members $55.00 Nutrition Program Package Consultation + 3 Follow up sessions: $120.00

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT...Try new things ARTS & HUMANITIES “Trash to Treasure” Going Green has never been so creative! Children will draw, paint, glue, cut and make crafts and art masterpieces using recycled materials. Weekly themes will be explored using a variety of materials and techniques and recycled items. You may be asked to bring a recycled item to class such as a coffee can, Mason Jar or toilet paper rolls. The instructor will notify you when the need arises.

Tuesdays 4:45-5:30pm Ages: 8-14 7 weeks Members: $50.00 Non-Members: $126.00

“Round of Applause” Like to express yourself? Have a great imagination? Like to pretend to be something you are not? “Round of Applause” is the right place for you! This class is perfect for young thespians or children interested in exploring their “undiscovered” talents!

No experience needed. We will put on a play at the end of the session. Your participation is expected weekly in order to prepare for our show.

Thursdays 4:45pm-5:30pm Ages: 8-14 7 weeks Members: $50.00 Non-Members: $126.00

Children’s Once a Month Saturday Morning Holiday Craft Each Art Class will make a holiday or seasonal take-home project.

Classes will be held on the Saturdays listed below only.

11:00 am - 11:45 am Ages: 8-14 Member: $8.00 Per Class Non-Member: $18.00 Per Class September 28, October 19, November 16, December 7

Learning Tree Pre-School A state licensed pre-school for 3-5 year olds.

The FOUR main objectives for each student are: 1. To build a positive self-image and to learn to exhibit self-control.

2. To develop social interaction.

3. To help develop and maintain a healthy body through progressive swim & gym programs.

4. To provide initial school experiences as well as an academic

foundation to build further skills.

Learning tree uses the Zoo Phonics program to teach the children the alphabet.

Session: September 2014-May 2015

Registration:

Begins January 2, 2014 Register early spaces fill quickly

Class Schedule:

Days Times Ages Members Non-Members Mon/Wed/Fri

9-11:30am

3&4

$62.00/mo

$87.00/mo

Children must be 3 years old by June 1,2014

Tues/Thurs 9-11:30am 3&4

$47.00/mo

$72.00/mo

Children must be 3 years old by December 1, 2014 Mon-Thurs 1-3:30pm 4 & 5 $85.00/mo

Children must be 3 years old by December 1, 2014

$110.00/mo

All children must be potty trained, no pull-ups.

Payment Schedule Payments must be set up on automatic deduction (Easy Pay) or paid in full. Easy Pay is a monthly payment which automatically drafts from your checking, savings, credit or debit card on the 20th of each month. All payments are scheduled to be paid a month in advance beginning August 20.

Registration Fee A $25.00 registration fee per child is required in order to reserve a place in the per-school session of your choice. (non-refundable)

THANKSGIVING DAY RUN Thursday, November 28, 2013

You, your family and friends are invited to participate in one of our four great races. Every Thanksgiving, hundreds of runners have gathered in Niles to run in our annual Thanksgiving Day Run in support of the Y’s financial assistance fund.

Our 10K/5K races, 5K Walk and 1 mile fun run/walk are open to you and the entire family.

Bring your family and participate in a Thanksgiving tradition that appeals to every generation, while raising money for a critical social service in our community.

Registration coming soon!

Register in person at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA or visit www.classicrace.com

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WE DO IT ALL and we ALWAYS do it for LE$$ Call or Stop by today!

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Michiana’s • Free Estimates Largest • Complete Auto Service NAPA Care Center • Fully Licenced & Insured • Convenient Hours: Monday – Friday: 8a-6p, Saturday: 9a-4p

Clark’s Service 1901 Oak Street • Niles 269-683-8516

Lakeland Family Medicine, Niles is Accepting New Adult and Pediatric Patients!

Same-Day Appointments Available • • • • •

Board-certified physicians Communicates electronically with patients Convenient location Early appointments Most insurances accepted

To schedule an appointment with any of these physicians call, (269) 684-6000 4 Longmeadow Village Drive Niles, MI 49120

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Exemplary Quality, Right Here Lakeland HealthCare has a history of commitment to providing the best quality healthcare for our entire community, Michigan’s Great Southwest.

Truven, one of the world’s leading sources of tracking healthcare quality, has ranked Lakeland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph, and Lakeland Community Hospital, Niles, in the 100 top hospitals out of 2,822 in the United States.

And compared to other regional medical centers, Lakeland’s costs are much lower.* If all hospitals operated like Lakeland, more lives would be saved, patients would have fewer complications, stay in the hospital fewer days, and pay less for healthcare.

Visit www.truven.com or www.lakelandhealth.org/top100 to learn more *Source: American Hospital Directory (www.ahd.com) Medicare Data