Fall Programs start anew with Session 2 on October 31st. We would like to welcome all the new members that joined during Welcoming Week and thank those who have stuck with us over the years. This fall, we are innovating new programs that help you get fit, learn something new, and have fun together.
Our Framingham Branch will pilot a new internship and workforce development program for teens, and launch a free, fitness challenge that you can do yourself or with friends and family (p. 27).
Our Family Outdoor Center offers leaf-peeping, hiking trails, archery, indoor rock-climbing, geocaching, orienteering, and a new cornhole tournament! Our Family Chopped night was so popular during Fall 1 that we’ve offered it again this session – including even more cooking classes!
As this upcoming session falls during the holiday season, there will be opportunities for you to support your community as a volunteer or through one of our charitable events (pg. 34). We know from experience that we are stronger together. We are very grateful to all of you for your support to help our mis sion as a cause-driven charitable organization that offers programs and services that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. We look forward to a wonderful fall!.
Sincerely,
Rick MacPherson President and CEO MetroWest YMCAThe MetroWest YMCA, an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming force for good, strengthens the health and well-being of the community by building alliances, empowering individuals, and providing meaningful, life-changing oppor tunities for all.
Our promise is to nurture the potential of every youth and teen, improve the health and wellbeing of every MetroWest resident, and give back to the community. Together, we impact 25,000 local children and families annually and help make the MetroWest region a great place to live and work.
YOUTH & TEEN
Personal Training & Nutrition Consultation (MeMber) 5 Group Exercise (MeMber) 6-7 Fitness Classes 17 American Red Cross Lifeguard Course 18 Aquatics 23 Prevention & Wellness 24-25 Weight Loss Programs
The Branch offers a state-of-the-art wellness center, gym, pool, turf space, locker rooms, sauna, and program leaders with expertise in fitness, training, nutrition, aquatics, and sports.
• Discounted classes in fitness, cooking, sports, enrichment, and aquatics for all ages!
• Unlimited, free Group Exercise classes -- more than 45 classes offered per week
• Free blood pressure checks, chronic disease prevention and wellness programs
• Access to Family Outdoor Center in Hopkinton*
• Personal Training, Nutrition Consultation
• Parents’ Night Out and seasonal events
• Family Open Swim and Family Open Gym
• Early Learning Center and Out-of-School Care
• Free meals for children ages 18 and under (weekday afternoons)
• Childwatch while you workout* *for Full-Access Memberships
• Weekly, free, open archery and rock climbing
• Discounts on classes in archery, belay, cooking, and wilderness skills,
• Free or discounted seasonal special events like cookouts, camping, and snowshoeing!
• YMCA led Birthday Parties
• Ropes Course, Hiking Trails
• Soccer and Cricket Fields
• Tennis and Basketball Courts
• Boating on the Ashland Reservoir and pool (summer)
• Geocaching and Photo Orienteering
• Space rentals for corporate retreats
All members are eligible for two 45-60 minute meetings with a wellness professional to discuss their goals, learn about the equipment, and explore all of the other wellness benefits your Y membership has to offer! Schedule your free orientation today! Visit our website or the member service desk for more information.
Our certified personal trainers will help you reach your goals! We offer one-on-one or semi-private (2+) in-person (indoors or outdoors) and virtual personal training options. Ages 12 and up. Visit our website to learn more about our program and choose who you’d like to work with. https://www.metrowestymca.org/personal-training
Contact Meryl Bantefa at mbantefa@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x292
Includes a one hour initial consultation and one follow-up. Your evaluation includes nutrition assessment and individual goal setting. Additional follow-ups are available for the member who would like continued one-on-one support for their nutritional and weight management. Contact Maggie Lynch at: mlynch2@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x286
Member Rate: Nutrition consult and one hour follow-up: $99 30 min follow-up: $29 1 hour follow-up: $50 Five ½ hr follow-ups $135
Children are welcome to stay for up to two hours.
Childwatch is included with a Family Membership! *$3/child for Adult Memberships payable as needed at the Member Services Desk.
BollyX®–A Bollywood-inspired dance-fitness program that combines dynamic choreography with the hottest music from around the world. Its cardio workout with high and low intensity dance sequences to get you moving, sweating, and smiling.
Bootcamp-Combination of interval training, functional movements and agility drills. May incorporate different equipment like bodyweight, dumbbells and kettlebells to challenge, inspire, and motivate participants. Can be modified for all fitness levels.
Cardio Dance-Dance based fitness class with a variety of song types and speeds.
Chair Yoga-Yoga practice that modifies yoga poses so they can be done while seated in a chair. These modi fications make yoga accessible to people who cannot stand, lack the mobility to move easily from standing to seated to laying positions.
Core Fusion-Strengthen and lengthen your muscles, improve posture and balance, and prepare your body for everyday life! Using squishy balls, weighted bars, light weights and gliding discs. Inspired from Pilates & Barre. For all bodies!
Cycle-Cardio based class on Schwinn indoor spin bikes. Class uses RPMs and resistance to provide a wellrounded workout for the legs and lungs.
Cycle Sculpt-Cardio based class on indoor spin bikes with intermittent upper body work with light weights. Essentrics®/ Age Reversing Essentrics®- A dynamic, full body workout suitable for all fitness levels, movement combining stretching and strengthening while engaging all 650 muscles. This class will increase flexibility and mobility for a healthy, toned and pain-free body. Chairs can be provided for people that need to sit or hold for balance.
Gentle Yoga-Gentle strengthening yoga postures to increase strength, balance and flexibility. Breathing techniques for better focus will be incorporated.
Group Active–Get all the training you need in one hour— cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility. Get stronger and healthier with inspiring music, adjustable dumbbells, weighted plates, body weight and simple athletic movements.
Cardio Kickboxing- A fun cardio based exercise class that builds muscle and cardio while doing upper body punches and lower body kicks.
Group Power– Blast all your muscles with a high-rep weight training workout. Using an adjustable barbell, weight plates, and body weight, this workout combines squats, lunges, presses and curls, with functional integrated exercises.
Pilates– Controlled movements focusing on the core muscles to increase total body strength and flexibility. Pilates can be standing and floor exercises.
Piloxing– Fusion workout blending Pilates, boxing, and dance.
Power Yoga/ Yoga Strength– Yoga postures with quicker movements while synchronizing breath with each movement. More challenging postures as the session progresses.
Senior Fitness-Low impact aerobics followed by muscle conditioning, flexibility and balance using bands, balls, gliders and more to work the fine motor skills.
Step and Strength-Cardio and strength class that uses the step for cardio aerobics and various strength exercises sprinkled within the class for the muscle burn. Tribal Yoga™- Yoga through dance from around the world. A high cardio fun class, with a fun soundtrack, takes you to the notion that many cultures have the yoga asanas in their tribal dance movements. Intuitive movers and closet dancers are welcome!
Yoga HIIT- A Yoga class with HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). Yoga helps the body cleanse itself, builds endurance, strength, flexibility, balance, and peacefulness. HIIT is a technique you give all-out effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise followed by short recovery periods; increasing your metabolism; burning more calories in less time.
Zumba®-Latin and international upbeat fun music with dance rhythms from slow to face paced. Zumba toning adds slower rhythms and body movements to increase strength. Zumba for Seniors is a slower paced class.
The MetroWest YMCA’s Before and After School Program, School’s Out, nurtures your child’s development by providing a safe place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance. Our curriculum includes a focus on SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) which includes activities and daily opportunities for children to learn about, practice, and gain real-world skills in the areas of emotion management and social problem-solving.
School’s Out serves children in Ashland, Framingham, Hopkinton, and Natick.
Who: Children in grades K-6 who attend Warren and Mindess Elementary Schools as well as Ashland Middle School.
Where: Ashland Middle School, 87 West Union Street, Ashland, MA 01721. Transportation provided by Ashland Public Schools.
Who: Framingham children in grades K-5
Where: Framingham Branch, 280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham MA 01701. Transportation is available for Hemenway, McCarthy, and Potter Road Elementary School students provided by the MetroWest YMCA and in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club.
Who: Children in grades K-6 who attend Ben-Hem, Brown, Lilja, and Memorial Elementary Schools as well as Wilson Middle School.
Where: East School 90 Oak Street, Natick MA. Transportation provided by the Natick Public Schools and MetroWest YMCA.
Who: Children in grades K-6 who attend Marathon, Elmwood, and Hopkins Elementary Schools as well as 6th graders from Hopkinton Middle School.
Where: Before School programming at Marathon Elementary, with transportation provided to Elm wood and Hopkins. After School programming is held on site at Marathon, Elmwood, and Hopkins Schools (6th graders from Hopkinton Middle School will walk to Hopkins for PM care).
Our Early Learning Center helps children meet their learning and developmental potential while providing the care needed for families to work. We provide high-quality early education and care to children 15 months until they start kindergarten.
Our teachers create and implement a curriculum designed to make your child feel comfortable while learning, social izing, and having fun. One of their goals is to help your child feel independent and empowered to explore their environ ment and engage in gross motor and language activities. Children can learn through hands-on and sensory experiences, creative expression, and the acquisition of self-help skills.
Our curriculum addresses each child’s individual develop-mental needs and interests and emphasizes the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. It also includes a focus on SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) to help the children learn to identify and manage their feelings and solve social problems. Beginning at three years of age, parents have the option of enrolling your children in YMCA classes such as swimming, sports, and gymnastics.
Project ABC hosts free playgroups for children ages 0-8 throughout the MetroWest community that help guide childrens' social-emotional development, cognitive development, language and communication, and physical health and well-being.
Project ABC is a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant program funded by the Depart ment of Early Education and Care (ECC) and managed by the MetroWest YMCA. Project ABC currently serves Ashland, Holliston, Hopkinton, and Natick. Find out more at: www.metrowestymca.org/projectabc
MetroWest YMCA Framingham Branch 282 Old Connecticut Path Framingham MA 01701
Hours of operation: Monday - Friday (year-round) 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Ages 15 months through Pre-K 5 day for toddlers 2, 3, & 5 day options for preschool
For more information, please contact the Early Learning Center at: EarlyLearning@metrowestymca.org 508-879-4420 x251
The MetroWest YMCA’s Early Learning Center (ELC) is licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). In addition, the National Association for the Education of Young Children granted accreditation to our ELC based on our successfully meeting NAEYC’s high-quality standards.
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The purpose of our Enrichment classes is to give children the opportunity to learn, create, and have fun in a different environment than the typical classroom. These classes are designed to use hands activities to help children learn and socialize with children in their age group.
6 Week Classes: Family Members $54/Youth Members $72/Non-Members $108
7 Week Classes: Family Members $62/Youth Members $78/Non-Members $124
8 Week Classes: Family Members $72/Youth Members $96/Non-Members $144
MUSIC AND ART WITH GROWN UP
Assist your child in the beginning stages of exploring the arts. In addition to music and art there will be stories and free play time. This is a great way to start your child in the preschool setting and the grownups can make new friends. Ages 1.6-2.9
Thursday, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (7 Weeks)
AUTUMN ADVENTURES
We will explore the new season, learn new songs, crafts, and make new friends along the way. Ages 2.6-3.6
Wednesday, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (8 Weeks)
STICKY FINGERS
Come dressed for a mess and ready for fun as we craft with a variety of materials. Ages 2.6-3.6 Monday, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (8 Weeks)
ALPHABETIVITIES
Explore a different letter of the alphabet each week. Your child will practice writing each letter, learning sounds, and making a theme related craft. Ages 3-4.
Wednesday, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM (8 Weeks)
COUNT WITH ME
This class will explore preschool math concepts such as counting and recognition of numbers, shapes, and patterns.
Monday, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM (8 Weeks)
KINDERGARTEN READINESS
Already know your ABCs and 123s? Join us for Kindergarten Readiness where we’ll explore skills like patterns, sequencing, rhyming and more. Ages 4-5.
Thursday, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM (7 Weeks)
CRAFTY KIDS
Join us as we explore a variety of crafting materials. Projects may include paint, pastels, beading, char coal, clay, foam, or wood. Bring your imagination and be dressed for a mess. Ages 4-6.
Tuesday, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM (8 Weeks)
LITTLE CHEFS
Learn basic cooking skills in the kitchen! Introduce cooking every day cooking tools, appliances, and prepare a small dish in the process. Ages 3-5. Tuesday, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM (8 Weeks) Saturday, 10:45 AM-11:45 AM (6 Weeks)
KID CHEFS
Learn basic cooking and kitchen skills in this cooking class. The kids will help prepare a meal or snack and enjoy it together. Ages 6-8.
Tuesday, 4:15 PM-5:15 PM (8 Weeks) Saturday, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM (6 Weeks)
MetroWest Dance Academy is a Royal Academy of Dance registered school located in Framingham. We are excited to be partnering with the MetroWest YMCA to bring engaging, professional and quality dance training to your child! Our teachers are trained in the ‘how’ to teach dance and classes are devel opmentally appropriate, full of creativity and use of imagination. At the YMCA we will teach pre-ballet, ballet, tap and jazz to ages 3-6 on Saturday mornings.
At MetroWest Dance Academy we are passionate about teaching dance! We know that teaching with the development and enjoyment of each student in mind is going to help them grow into confident, fit, and happy people. The program is directed by Gemma Williams, Director of MetroWest Dance Academy. Gemma is a graduate of The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), London (UK) served as Asst Professor at Boston Conservatory at Berklee for five years and as tutor for the RAD she has trained ballet teachers throughout the USA for the past 9 years.
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A wonderful introduction to ballet for 3-4 yr olds to develop their coordination, musicality and expres sion. Each class will engage their imagination and creativity. The class will develop great listening skills as they interact with their teacher and friends. Ages 3-4
Family Member $69 | Youth Member $86 | Non-Member $138 Saturday, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
PRE-BALLET AND TAP 2
Learning ballet through use of imagination, expression and creativity. Developmentally appropriate dance skills are nurtured through natural movement and more complex coordination, rhythm and control is developed. Students will listen to instructions, gain confidence and build strong bones and muscles! 30 minutes of ballet will be followed by 15 minutes of tap! Tap shoes are required. Ages 4-5
Family Member $81 | Youth Member $101 | Non-Member $162 Saturday, 9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
A ballet class for rising Kindergartners. Following a Royal Academy of Dance syllabus developing ballet and natural movement through creativity and musical ity. Building self-esteem, strength and discipline in a nurturing and inspiring way. Ages 5-6
Family Member $69 | Youth Member $86 | Non-Member $138 Saturday, 10:25 AM - 10:55 AM
Calling all Kindergartners! Step into this fun jazz and tap class to dance to popular tunes and develop flex ibility, quick footwork and rhythm! If you have a child who can't stop dancing this is for them! Ages 5-6
Family Member $69 | Youth Member $86 | Non-Member $138 Saturday, 10:55 AM - 11:25 AM
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Gear up for the upcoming basketball season here at the Y! Our coaches will introduce players to the skills they will need to love the game and be ready for the winter. The younger groups will work through dribbling, shooting and the basics while older groups will build towards using their skills in game action.
AGES 5 – 7
Wednesday, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM (30 min) Saturday, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM (30 min)
AGES 8 – 9
Wednesday, 4:40 PM – 5:25 PM (45 min) Saturday, 11:10 AM – 11:55 AM (45 min)
GIRLS AGES 10 – 13
Wednesday, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM (45 min)
BOYS AGES 10 – 13 Wednesday, 6:25 PM – 7:10 PM (45 min)
SATURDAYS DEC 3, 2022 – FEB 18, 2023
Basketball season at the Y is around the cor ner! Registration is now open, with a deadline of November 11, 2022. Schedules will be distributed in mid-November. The first teams will start at 12:30 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM.
The season is set to begin on Dec. 3rd, 2022 and will conclude on Feb. 18th, 2023.
ROOKIES LEAGUE GIRLS & BOYS
KINDERGARTEN – GRADE 1
Teams will take the first 30 minutes to practice skills and drills, followed by 30 minutes of team play.
Family Member $144 | Youth Member $180 Non-Member $288
SMALL SHOTS GIRLS & SMALL SHOTS BOYS GRADES 2 – 3
Teams will take the first 30 minutes to practice skills and drills, followed by 30 minutes of team play.
Family Member $144 | Youth Member $180 Non-Member $288
PRIMETIME GIRLS & PRIMETIME BOYS GRADES 4 – 5
Teams will have weekly practices to develop skills and emphasize teamwork, preparing for Saturday games.
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It’s getting colder outside, but football is heating up at the Y! We are introducing a once-a-week flag football class for players to hone their skills, try out new positions, and learn the value of teamwork. Practices will consist of various drills in appropriate age groups, while building towards playing games. The goal is to introduce the sport to any and all and have fun doing so! The program will start outside, and transition inside depending upon the weather.
7 Weeks - Family Member $91 | Youth Member $112 | Non-Member $182
AGES 7 – 11
Thursday, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (60 min)
Come out to the Y and learn to love this Olympic sport! Badminton welcomes players of all ages, and the Y will be offering a combo class as well as open play for families and friends. New play ers will learn the court, the rules, and the skills to help them succeed. Half of the gym will be instruction, with the other open play.
7 Weeks - Family Member $84 | Youth Member $105 | Non-Member $168
AGES 6 – 12 (INSTRUCTION)
Thursday, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM
OPEN PLAY, ALL AGES
Thursday 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Members: FREE | Non-Member $12 p/day
From the field to the court, make the indoor soccer transition this season at the Y. Soccer classes will fo cus on introducing and developing dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork skills while teaching kids to enjoy the greatest game! For our younger families, we encourage parents to jump in to learn and play. For our older group the goal is to build upon motor skills to get ready for games and fun!
AGES 3 – 5
Tuesday, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM (30 min) Saturday, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM (30 min)
AGES 6 – 9
Tuesday, 4:40 PM – 5:25 PM (45 min) Saturday, 9:40 AM – 10:25 AM (45 min)
INDOOR SOCCER COST PER CLASS:
Tues Class (45 min) (8 week pricing)
Family Member: $90 Youth Member: $112 Non-Member $180
Sat Class (30 min) (6 week pricing)
Family Member: $67 Youth Member: $84 Non-Member
Sat Class (45 min) (6 week pricing)
Family Member: $72 Youth Member: $90 Non-Member
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STARTING NOVEMBER 12TH
Classes focus on developing critical life skills of respect, self-discipline, and self-control. Students will learn to control and be confident in their actions by learning varied martial arts movements such as strikes, kicks, and footwork, progressing to more complex movements and patterns as they develop. This program is led by staff from Villari’s of Natick. Sneakers are required. Introductory belt is provid ed, and Karate uniform is optional to purchase.
INTRO TO KARATE
Family Member $57 | Youth Member $72 |Non-Member $114
AGES 5-7
Saturday, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
AGES 8-13 Saturday, 12:45 PM – 1:15 PM
INTERMEDIATE KARATE
(must have achieved yellow belt)
Family Member $67 | Youth Member $84 | Non-Member $134 Saturday, 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Ninja classes use an obstacle course to assist children in increasing strength, eye hand coordination and improve self-esteem. Children will develop critical thinking skills to help them overcome obstacles and other challenges during this class!
AGES 3-5
Thursday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Saturday, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
AGES 6-8
Thursday, 4:40 PM - 5:10 PM Saturday, 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
AGES 9-11
Thursday, 5:20 PM - 6:00 PM Saturday, 12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
NINJA
Thurs Class (30 min) (7 week pricing)
Family Member: $78 Youth Member: $98 Non-Member $156
Thurs Class (40 min) (7 week pricing)
Sat Class (30 min) (6 week pricing)
Family Member: $67 Youth Member: $83 Non-Member $134
Sat Class (40 min) (6 week pricing)
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Family Member: $72 Youth Member: $90 Non-Member $144
Perfect new and existing skills on uneven bars, vault, beam and floor while also improving flexibility, strength, eye hand coordination and self-esteem! Each class will be split up depending on skill level so kids can reach their full potential faster and to keep all kids challenged.
New this session! We are offering an extra gymnastics class for families and gymnasts that want to put in the extra work!
AGES 4-6
Tuesday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Saturday, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
AGES 7-9
Tuesday, 4:40 PM - 5:10 PM Saturday, 9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
AGES 8-12 Wednesday, 4:40 PM - 5:25 PM
AGES 10-12
Tuesday, 5:20 PM- 6:00 PM Saturday, 10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
BOY’S GYMNASTICS
AGES 6-9 Wednesday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
SPORTS ADVENTURE!
FOR PRESCHOOL STUDENTS!
Come down to the gym to enjoy the wide world of sports! This program is for pre-schoolers to be active, develop motor skills, and learn a variety of sports and games here at the Y! Coaches will introduce team games, exploratory play, and a great way to get that energy out! Ages 3-5.
8 Weeks - Family Member $90 | Youth Member $112 | Non-Member $180
AGES 3 - 5 (30 MINUTE CLASS)
Wednesday, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Wednesday, 10:40 AM - 11:10 AM
Cardio Kids is a fun movement based class. There will be exercise challenges, relays, games, and kids might even learn how to use equipment in the Wellness Center. Ages 7-13. Instructor: Anthony.
Family Member FREE | Youth Member $67 | Non-Member $107
Tuesdays, 4:15-4:45 PM
Perfect class for young girls looking to begin exercising and exploring move ment in the wellness center. The class will teach girls total body move ments, use different equipment, and build confidence. Ages 9-14. Instructor: Meryl.
Family Member $69 | Youth Member $86 | Non-Member $138 Saturdays, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM (60 min)
Teens will learn the basics of weightlifting/ strength training using a variety of tools (kettlebells, dumbbells, and barbells). Teens will learn how to perform basic strength training movements like bench press, squat, and deadlift properly and then build their strength and confidence in the Wellness Center throughout the class. Ages 11-16.
Mondays, 5:00-6:00 PM (8 weeks)
Family Member $91 | Youth Member $114 | Non-Member $182
Instructor: Francois
Fridays 5:00-6:00 PM (7 weeks)
Family Member $80 | Youth Member $100 | Non-Member $160
Instructor: Nick
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Full body workout that will improve the athlete’s strength, speed, flexibility, and agility. This program will include sport specific movement and is intended for middle school and high school athletes to excel in their performance. Ages 11-18. Instructor: Meryl.
Family Member $91 | Youth Member $114 | Non-Member $182 Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM
Boxing is a fun and cool way to work out! In this boxing class you will learn boxing education and tech nique and improve your cardiovascular fitness. Throughout the weekly classes you will learn different box ing movements and use different equipment to defend yourself as well as get a good workout to hit your fitness goals. Ages 12+. Instructor: Francois.
AGES 12-18
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM
Family Member $91 | Youth Member $114| Non-Member $182
AGES 18+
Wednesdays, 7:15-8:15 PM
Family Member $91 | Youth Member $114| Non-Member $182
Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 PM
Family Member $80 | Youth Member $100| Non-Member $160
FT is a fun, energetic high intensity interval training class, or HIIT. The progressive programming will improve your endurance, muscular strength, and power through total body exercises making you FIT. Classes offered daily. Price per month is for unlimited classes! Ages 16+
Mon-Fri 6:00-7:00 AM, 6:00-7:00 PM
Tues & Thurs 7:00-8:00 AM Wed & Fri 10:30-11:30 AM Sat 10:00-11:00 AM Sun 11:00 AM -12:00 PM
Slow flow and hands on myofascial release. After about a 40 minute slow vinyasa flow, the instructor, Nissa, will manually help release tension through active stretching and sustained pressure on the body of students, using pressure points based on Shiatsu. This is a hands-on and educational class. Ages 18+ Instructor: Nissa.
Mondays, 6:30-7:45 PM
Family Member $134 | Youth Member $168 | Non-Member $268
DECEMBER
This course is for those training for the first time or for those whose certifications have expired. The class is offered by the MetroWest YMCA in a Blended Learning course format: 20 hours in person; 7-8 hours online
Participants must be 15 years of age by the last day of the course AND pass the pre-requisite swimming skills evaluation on the first day of the course consisting of:
• 300 Yard Swim – Participants must have a strong freestyle and/or breaststroke and be able to swim the 300 continuously without stopping.
• 2 Minutes of Treading Water (No Hands!) – Participants must be able to tread water in a depth of 9 feet without using their hands for 2 minutes without stopping.
• Timed Brick Test – Participants must start in the shallow end of the pool, swim to the 9ft deep area, dive to the bottom of the pool to retrieve a 10lb brick, then successfully swim on their back to the shallow end and climb out within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course will receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for 2 years. Per Massachusetts law, lifeguard candidates interested in working for the MetroWest YMCA must be at least 16 years old.
Family Members: $290.00 | Teen Members: $325.00 | Non-Members: $375.00
December 18th & 19th 8am-6pm
Reminder: Participants must attend both days at the specified times to successfully achieve their lifeguarding certification. No exceptions will be made to these scheduled dates and times.
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Parents of preschool and school-aged swimmers, simply choose a time that fits your schedule and keep that time through the whole school year! Our instructors will place your child in the appropriate swim level. As your child’s skills develop, our instructors will move them to the appropriate swim level within the same time slot.
Time Slots:
Preschool stages 1-4 (ages 3-5)
Tuesday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Wednesday, 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Wednesday, 6:05 PM - 6:35 PM Thursday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Thursday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Homeschoolers: Tuesday, 2:15 - 2:45 PM Contact Sahara Adams to learn more at: SAdams@metrowestymca.org
Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land?
School Age stages 1-6 (ages 6-12)
Tuesday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM
Tuesday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM
Wednesday, 4:00 PM – 4:40 PM Wednesday, 4:45 PM– 5:25 PM Thursday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM Thursday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM
Due to high demand, we are allowing only one swimming class registration per participant. To register, call us at 508-879-4420.
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Will the student go underwater voluntarily?
Can the student do a front and back float on their own?
Can the student swim 10 - 15 yards on their own front and back?
Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl?
Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool?
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Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences. Parents will learn about water safety, drowning prevention and the importance of supervision. At level B, accompanied by a parent, the children prepare for the transition to preschool level aquatics by encouraging purposeful movement through audio and/or visual cues.
AGES 6-24 MONTHS (A) & AGES 2-3 (B)
Monday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Wednesday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Thursday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Friday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Saturday, 9:25 AM - 9:55 AM
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday, 10:25 AM - 10:55 PM
Sunday, 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Designed for beginners with little to no swimming experience or are uncomfortable in the water. In this stage, students increase their comfort with the water with underwater exploration and basic selfrescue skills performed with assistance. Ages 3-5
Monday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM Monday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Monday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM Tuesday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM Wednesday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM Friday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Friday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM Saturday, 8:15 AM - 8:45 AM Saturday, 8:50 AM - 9:30 AM Saturday, 9:25 AM - 9:55 AM Saturday, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sunday, 9:15 AM - 9:15 AM Sunday, 9:50 AM - 10:20 AM Sunday, 10:25 AM - 10:55 AM Sunday, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Must have successfully completed Stage 1 or be comfortable going under water independently. In this stage, students increase their swimming ability with forward movement in the water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently. Ages 3-5
Monday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Monday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Monday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Tuesday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Wednesday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Thursday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Friday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Saturday, 8:15 AM - 8:45 AM
Saturday, 8:50 AM - 9:20 AM
Saturday, 9:25 AM - 9:55 AM
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sunday, 9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
Sunday, 9:50 AM - 10:20 AM Sunday, 10:25 AM - 10:55 AM
Sunday, 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Must have successfully completed Stage 2 or be able to submerge and blow out air, jump in, float on back and front for 10 seconds, tread water for 10 seconds, front and back glide 5 yards, and swim, roll, float, roll, swim 5 yards all independently. In this stage, students develop intermediate self-res cue skills performed for longer durations and dis tances than previous stages. Ages 3-5
Monday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Monday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Thursday, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
Friday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Saturday, 8:15 AM - 8:45 AM
Saturday, 8:50 AM - 9:20 AM
Saturday, 9:25 AM - 9:55 AM
Sunday, 9:15 AM - 9:45 AM Sunday, 10:25 AM - 10:55 AM
Must have successfully completed Level 3 - or can swim 15 yards with face in the water, submerge and retrieve an object from the bottom, swim on back 10 yards independently, tread water 30 seconds, jump in independently and swim to wall. Ages 3-5.
Monday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Friday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sunday, 9:50 AM - 10:20 PM
Designed for beginners with little to no swimming experience or are uncomfortable in the water. In this stage, students increase their comfort with the water with underwater exploration and basic selfrescue skills performed with assistance. Ages 6-13
Monday, 5:10 PM - 5:40 PM
Friday, 5:55 PM - 6:25 PM
Saturday, 9:25 AM - 9:55 AM
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Saturday, 10:35 AM - 11:05 AM
Sunday, 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sunday, 12:20 PM - 12: 50 PM
Must have successfully completed Stage 1 or be comfortable going under water independently. In this stage, students increase their swimming ability with forward movement in the water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently. Ages 6-13
Monday, 5:10 PM - 5:40 PM
Friday, 5:10 PM - 5:40 PM
Friday, 5:55 PM - 6:25 PM
Saturday, 9:25 AM - 9:55 AM
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Saturday, 11:20 AM - 11:50 AM Sunday, 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sunday, 11:35 AM - 12:05 PM Sunday, 12:20 PM - 12: 50 PM
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Must have successfully completed Stage 2 or be able to submerge and blow out air, jump in, float on back and front for 20 seconds, tread water for 10 seconds, front and back glide 10 yards, and swim, roll, float, roll, swim 5 yards all independently. In this stage, students develop intermediate self-rescue skills performed for longer durations and distances than previous stages. Ages 6-13
Monday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM
Monday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM
Friday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM
Friday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM
Saturday, 10:35 AM - 11:15 AM
Saturday, 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday, 11:35 AM - 12:15 PM Sunday, 12:20 PM - 1:00 PM
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Must have successfully completed Stage 3 or be able to swim, float, swim 25 yards any stroke, swim 15 yards on back and front, jump in and swim 10 yards, tread water for a minute. In this stage, students are introduced to basic stroke technique in freestyle and backstroke and water safety through treading water and elementary backstroke. Ages 6-13
Monday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM Monday, 5:55 - 6:35 PM
Friday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM Friday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM
Saturday, 10:35 AM - 11:15 PM
Saturday, 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday, 11:35 AM - 12:15 PM Sunday, 12:20 PM - 1:00 PM
Must have successfully completed Stage 4 or be able to swim 25 yards any stroke and perform free style with rotary breathing, backstroke, elementary backstroke, tread water for a minute, breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. In this stage, students are introduced to a full breaststroke and butterfly and water safety through treading water and sidestroke. Ages 6-13
Monday, 5:55 - 6:35 PM Friday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM Friday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM Saturday, 10:35 AM - 11:15 PM Saturday, 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday, 11:35 AM - 12:15 PM
Must have successfully completed Stage 5 or be able to swim 50 yards any stroke and perform freestyle with bent arm recovery, backstroke, side stroke, breaststroke, and butterfly for 25 yards, tread water for 2 minutes, and be able to dive. In this stage, students refine their stroke technique in all major competitive strokes, build endurance, and are encouraged to swim as part of a healthy life style. Ages 6-13
Monday, 5:55 - 6:35 PM Friday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM Saturday, 10:35 AM - 11:15 PM Sunday, 11:35 AM - 12:15 PM
COST:
Tuesday/Wednesday Class (8 week pricing)
Family Member: $99
Youth Member: $123
Non-Member $199
Thursday Class (7 week pricing)
Family Member: $87
Youth Member: $108
Non-Member $174
Saturday/Sunday Class (6 week pricing)
Family Member: $75
Youth Member: $93
Non-Member $149
Total body workout with less impact on joints and more resistance than land walking. One half hour of water walking is equal to 2 hours on land. Ages 18+
Members $14 | Non-Members $27 Tuesday, 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
WATER WALKING
Want more of a challenge? This version is also a total body workout with less impact on joints and more resistance than land walking. One half hour of water walking is equal to 2 hours on land. Ages 18+
Members $12 | General Public $24 Thursday, 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Aerobic water workout focuses on coordination, flexibility, endurance and toning. Adaptable from beginners to experienced participants. Non-swimmers welcome! Ages 18+
Monday-Wednesday Class Price:
Members $17 | Non-Members $34
Monday, 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday, 7:15 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday, 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday/Friday Class Price:
Members $15 | Non-Members $30
Thursday, 7:15 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday, 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
A: Adult Stage A is an introductory class for adults who have minimal to no swimming experience or are hesitant about performing skills in the water. Focus in the class will be on submersion, front and back floats, as well as how to make forward movement in the water. Ages 18+
B: Adult Stage B will focus on beginner stroke technique (front and back crawl), confidence in and around deep water, combination skills, safety and endurance. It is recommended that adults successfully complete Adult Stage A prior to registering for this course. Ages 18+
C: Adults in Stage C will continue to build on skills they have mastered in Stages A and B. Participants will improve their endurance while refining their technique for each of the major swim strokes. It is recommended that adults successfully complete Adult Stages A and B prior to registering for this course. For more advanced swimmers looking to swim laps while receiving feedback on their technique, please refer to the Masters Swim program. Ages 18+
Class A: Tuesday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM Saturday, 8:15 AM - 8:45 AM Sunday, 9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
Class B: Thursday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM Saturday, 8:50 AM - 9:20 AM Sunday, 9:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Class C: Wednesday, 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Open to adults 19 years and older the program is volunteer led and features workouts and drills. Ages 19+
Members $76 | Non-Members $151 Monday, 5:15 AM – 6:10 AM Wednesday, 5:15 AM – 6:10 AM Friday, 5:15 AM – 6:10 AM
Ai Chi is a water exercise and relaxation program that consists of a sequence of slow, broad move ments of the arms and legs. Ai Chi is used for pain management, back pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and orthopedic problems. Ages 18+
Members $15 | Non-Members $30 Thursday, 10:20 AM - 11:05 AM
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Meet Laura, she coordinates and leads all EBHI programs. Most of the following programs are offered FREE on an ongoing basis once we have enough interest. Learn more and enroll anytime by contacting Laura Gilbert at: lgilbert@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x232
Thanks to funding from the Older Americans Act as granted by BayPath Elder Services, Inc., the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program helps overweight adults (age 18+) at risk for type 2 diabetes reduce their risk for developing the disease by taking steps that will improve their overall health and well-being. Led by a Lifestyle coach, participants learn small, measurable, changes that can reduce your risk and help you live a happier, healthier life. Starts Tuesday, October 18th. Members & Non-members are FREE currently through a grant to any that qualifies.
Developed by Stanford University and based on the Chronic Disease Self-Management curriculum, this program is for people with diabetes, their families, and caregivers. This class is FREE to active Y members. Starts Monday, October 24th and runs virtually via Zoom.
This is an evidence-based group exercise program for older adults that offers simple, easy-to-learn move ments, designed to deliver cardio exercise, strength training, flexibility, and balance. The goal of the pro gram is to motivate participants to improve overall function and well-being. It may help you prevent falls and help with symptoms of arthritis. The class can be done seated or standing and the exercises are modi fied for individuals’ needs and abilities. The class is 16 weeks and meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday 2:45-3:45pm. This class is FREE to active Y members. Next class starts Monday, December 5, 2022 to March 24, 2023 at 2:45 pm.
This is an evidence-based 4-month program that helps participants with hypertension lower their blood pressure through a combination of blood pressure self-monitoring, nutrition education seminars, and personalized support from a trained Healthy Heart Ambassador. Participants will receive a FREE blood Pressure Cuff and attend free monthly nutrition webinars. Open, ongoing enrollment when the qualifying participant is ready.
Sessions provided in person or virtual.
MEMBERS: FREE | NON-MEMBERS: FREE Thanks to a grant extension from September 2022 to August 2023.
A class for older adults or people with balance concerns. The class uses the most beneficial practices from Tai Chi and other related arts, to improve balance, reduce stress, reduce fear, and improve vitality. The class will help restore natural posture, breathing, and your life force to become stronger and improve vigor. This class is FREE to active Y members and meets weekly on Tuesdays, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM in Studio B www.metrowestymca.org/preventionwellness
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This program is supported by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Members: FREE | Non-members: FREE Note: Non-members will receive a 3-month membership to participate. The classes listed below accept participants on a rolling basis.
PARKINSON EXERCISE
Monday 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM in Studio A
A class open to anyone with a neuromuscular or cerebrovascular condition such as Parkinson’s, or Multiple Sclerosis. Each weekly class will include a variety of different exercises to help improve balance, mobility, strength, endurance, cognition, and flexibility. All exercises modified to accommodate everyone’s needs and abilities.
PWR!MOVES
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM in Studio B
PWR!Moves is the core of our PD-specific functional exercise and physical therapy programs. The Basic 4 PWR!Moves are designed to each target a skill known to deteriorate in people with Parkinson disease, which often lead to loss of mobility and function. The PWR!Moves can be practiced in multiple positions, made progressively more physically and cognitively challenging, and be used differently to target each person’s unique symptoms individually.
FRIDAY 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the Cycle Studio
The MetroWest YMCA offers this program because regular exercise is one of the key components in treat ing the many symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic showed a 35 percent reduction in symptoms by the simple act of pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace, optimally 80-90 revolutions per minute.
Fast pedaling is not a cure for Parkinson’s disease, but there is compelling evidence to show that it does make a real difference in many who try it.
● Must be over age 30 and diagnosed with Idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease or another neurological condition
● Physician approval is required, and we will have you sign a waiver.
● It is recommended that you have a heart rate monitor and proper cycling equipment, including padded shorts, water, sneakers or clip-in shoes
● Participants must not have cardiac or pulmonary disease, uncontrolled mellitus, uncontrolled hypertension or stroke, dementia, or other medical conditions for which exercise poses a risk.
The Y and LIVESTRONG® have joined together to create LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, a research-based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals. Participants learn endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance which helps to improve confidence and self-esteem by focusing on the whole person and not the disease. LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is helping people move beyond cancer in spirit, mind and body.
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is offered three times per year and is FREE to anyone living with or beyond cancer treatments and their support/caregivers are welcome.
To get on the list for the Winter session, or to find out more about any of these programs, contact Laura Gilbert at: lgilbert@metrowestymca.org
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This 12-week program takes a whole-person approach to weight loss that focuses on multiple dimensions of well-being.
• Learn how to create a successful relationship with food and exercise.
• Gain strategies for tackling stress, environmental distractions, poor sleep, and feeling overwhelmed.
• Create pathways for achieving your goals of balance, mindfulness, and sustained progress.
• Participants will receive a downloadable Healthier You in 2022 journal to help track their progress. To get on the list for the Winter session, email Maggie at MLynch2@metrowestymca.org
This 10-week program is designed to help your family learn practical ways to incorporate healthy eating and exercising into their lives. This class will meet twice a week. On Mondays, registered dietitian, Maggie Lynch will lead family nutrition then the group will do physical activity together with a certified personal trainer. This program will also meet on Saturdays to engage in fun, instructor-led games designed to increase your heart rate! Children must attend with an adult in their family. Evidence shows that weight management programs for children are more effective when the whole family is involved.
This program is offered FREE to the community thanks to a generous grant by Boston Scientific.
To get on the list for the Winter Session, email Maggie at MLynch2@metrowestymca.org
Bring your kids to the Y for a night out while you take yourselves out for adult time! We will have games, ac tivities, crafts, and more. Dinner is provided. Pre-registration is required for this event. All children must be able to use the bathroom independently. Ages 3-12.
Family Member $11 Youth Member $14 Non-Member $22
Friday, November 4, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday, November 18, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday, December 9, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Do you want to take small steps to improve your health? We will be bringing back our popular 30-Day Challenge this December! This free, at-home program is for anyone looking for small ways to stay engaged and motivated this holiday season.
Once signed up you will receive a free 30day calendar full of small daily activities to support a strong mind, body, and spirit! Once a week, you will receive a check-in email from our staff. If you complete the short survey you will be entered into a drawing to win prizes like free FT classes, personal training, or nutrition consultations.
Dates: 12/1/2022-12/30/2022
FREE for Members & Non-Members
More information will be coming out in November.
To get on the waitlist, please email Maggie Lynch at: mlynch@metrowestymca.org
Kids Day Out is for children in grades K-5 that are off from school and want to get out of the house. Our day will be planned with physical activities, arts & crafts, swim time, and more. Pre-registration is required. Lunch is provided. Questions? Contact Jen at: jhyman@metrowestymca.org or x281
Family member $64 Youth Member $80 Non-Member $128
Tuesday, November 8, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday, November 11, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The holidays are a time of joy, gatherings, and indulgence. Does the upcoming holiday season have you feeling anxious? Join Registered Dieti tian, Maggie Lynch, for a nutrition workshop with tips and tricks for navigating a healthy holiday season. Attendees will receive healthy recipes and will taste test a delicious new recipe! Ages 14+ Members: FREE | Non-Members: $10
Wednesday, November 16, 5:30-6:30pm
Join us for a costume party, games, crafts, face painting and more at this family event. Activities for all ages, bring the whole family.
Member Pricing: $10/Family Non-Member Pricing: $15/Family Sunday, October 23, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Join us in the gymnasium to celebrate the winter season. Face painting, games, crafts, activities for this fun event.
Members FREE; Non-Members $10 per family Friday, December 16, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
We offer a full-day program that runs from 9:00 AM 4:00 PM with additional AM and PM care available. The program offers:
• Structured day planned with sports, games, arts & crafts, and swimming
• Healthy lunch provided from our very own kitchen
VACATION WEEK RUNS DEC 27 - DEC 30
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Family Members $70 | Youth Members $79 | Non-Members $140
EXTENDED CARE ADD-ONS
AM Care 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
PM Care 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Family Members $12 | Youth Members $15 | Non-Members $24 for each
More information to follow with schedules, activities, and plans for each day along with a lunch menu from our kitchen.
Missing camp? Want to experience camp in the winter? This outdoor based vacation program is for you! We will be running an outdoor adventure vacation program with all your favorite camp activities, just winterized. We plan to spend a good part of the program outdoors rock climb ing, going on winter walks, snowshoeing if possible, and playing gaga ball. Indoors, we will run games, utilize the indoor archery range, and do arts and crafts. Please bring your own lunch and two snacks! Ages 7-12. Questions? Contact our Camp Director at: 508-435-9345 ext.132
VACATION WEEK RUNS DEC 27 - DEC 30 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Family Member $80 | Youth Member $90 | Non-Member $160 (Prices per day)
For more information, contact Hannah Glenshaw, Director of Camp Programs hglenshaw@metrowestymca.org
Looking for a hands on program for your child to engage in while school is out? Kids in the kitchen will teach children basic cooking skills while also learning how to cook healthy, delicious recipes! But the best part? Kids make their own lunch!Price is per child, per class; sign up for one or all four! Ages 5-12.
Members: $50 | Youth/Teen Membership: $75 | NonMembers: $100
Breakfast Favorites……… Tuesday, December 27th 9:00am-1:00pm
Snow Day Specials……. Wednesday, December 28th 9:00am-1:00pm
YMCA’s Best Bakers….. Thursday, December 29th 9:00am-1:00pm
Healthy Takeout………… Friday, December 30th 9:00am-1:00pm
We have indoor and outdoor space available for rent to groups and individuals.
• Outdoor pavilions with picnic tables (max 100 guests)
• Hayes Lodge (max 75 guests, small kitchen, AV/tech)
• Recreation Lodge (max 100 guests, indoor climbing wall w/staff (additional)
Space rental runs approximately $75/hr. Contact 508-435-9345 x104.
Did you know you can throw your child’s next birthday party at our Family Outdoor Center? Imagine the fun activities of summer camp - archery, indoor rock climbing, ropes course - with your private group!
The following packages come with either indoor or outdoor (covered pavilion) space for a duration of three hours (90 minutes of YMCA staff-led activity instruction, 60 min. of private party time, and set-up/cleanup). You provide your own cake and refreshments. Prices start at $300 per package. Participants in the activities must be 6+ years of age.
Not Your Average Party - YMCA staff will lead participants through teambuilding activities and field games. Activities can be built around certain themes of communication, teamwork, leadership, or just fun team challenges. Up to 15 participants can participate in activities though more may attend the party.
Slime-Making Party - YMCA staff will lead partici pants through the process of making slime (birthday child can choose from a selection of different styles of slime), and participants will be able to take some slime home with them. Up to 15 participants can take part though more may attend the party.
Archery Party - USA archerycertified YMCA staff will provide 90 min. of archery instruction on our indoor range (outdoor range available depending on weather) for up to 15 people though more may attend the party. All archery equipment is provided.
Climbing Party - YMCA staff will provide 90 min. of bouldering and top-rope climbing instruction on our indoor climbing wall. Bouldering is climbing sideto-side only a few feet off the ground and does not require harnesses or helmet, and multiple children can do it at once. Top-rope climbing is climbing up to the ceiling using a rope attached to a participants harness and attached to a staff member. Because of the nature of the dynamic belay only one child can top-rope climb at a time though other children may boulder while waiting. Up to 15 participants can participate in activities though more may attend the party.
Please contact Tyler Reynolds with further questions and to determine open dates / availability, at: 508 435-9345 ext.104 or email at: treynolds@metrowestymca.org
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The Family Outdoor Center (FOC) in Hopkinton, MA, has outdoor fun and adventure for the whole family! In addition to the programs below, members can enjoy its sports fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, hiking trails, and a picnic grove.
Our Beginner/Intermediate Archery program works on foundational archery skills: identifying the parts of the bow and arrow, how to hold equipment, stance, and other information. All equipment is provided! Ages 6+
Members: $90 | Youth & Teen: $95 | Non-Members $180 Saturdays, Nov 5 – Dec 17, 9:00am – 10:00am
The Advanced Archery class provides an environment in which students will hone in on their form, learn range/competition commands, and learn care of essential gear such as stringing, waxing, & refletching. To participate you MUST have instruc tor approval and call the Family Outdoor Center to register. Ages 8+
Members: $90 | Youth & Teen: $95 | Non-Members $180 Saturdays, Nov 5 – Dec 17, 10:15am – 11:15am
Come spend time at the Family Outdoor Center as you and your little one become inspired by the nature surrounding the property. In this class, you will go for walks to collect materials or find inspiration for your project. Each class you will take home a beautiful piece of art and learn about the walking trails on our 120-acre property.
AGES 4-7
Members: $54 | Youth & Teen: $72 | Non-Members $108
Calling all parents, guardians, and siblings over age 18!! Register for a learn-to-belay class so that YOU may learn how to manage the ropes and take charge of your family’s life line! Once a participant passes the course, you will have the ability to belay your family and approved guests during Open Climb. Ages 18+
Members: $25 | Non-members: $35 Friday, Nov 18, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Friday, Dec 16, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
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Tuesdays, Nov 1 - Dec 13, 10:00am -11:00am
Fall at the Family Outdoor Center will inspire young artists for our nature themed art projects. Classes will include exploration of our trails and property to gather supplies and get ideas!
AGES 8 – 12
Members: $54 | Youth & Teen: $72 | Non-Members $108
Saturdays, Nov 5 – Dec 17, 10:00–11:00am
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Fun for the whole family! Spend some quality family time together while cooking a delicious, healthy meal! Ages 3+ (under 3 free).
Learn more and enroll anytime by contacting: Karley Doray at: KDoray@metrowestymca.org
FAMILY DINNER NIGHT:
Join us as we celebrate the late fall bounty! We will book a butternut squash risotto with cider glazed chicken and a special apple treat! Price for anyone 3 and over, under 3 is free!
Members: $15 per person
Youth & Teen: $17.50
Non-Members: $20 per person Friday, November 11th 5:30-7:00PM
FAMILY DINNER NIGHT: LA NOTTE ITALIANA
Join us for an Italian night with homemade pasta, lentil Bolognese, and a seasonal salad with homemade dressing. Price for anyone 3 and over; under 3 is free!
Members: $15 per person
Youth & Teen: $17.50
Non-Members: $20 per person Friday, December 2nd 5:30-7:00PM
Come join us for a family friendly competition! You will be given a basket of mystery festive ingredients and will have one hour to create a delicious meal! Limit 4 families.
Members: $35 per family (2-6 people)
Non-Members: $45 per family (2-6 people) Friday, December 9th 5:30-7:00pm
This class is designed to provide confidence for caregivers when feeding their children. Join us and learn how to cook nutritious age-appropriate recipes that are kid-approved and budget friendly!
Ages 3-6.
Members: $30/family pair
Non-Members: $40/ family pair
Tuesday, Nov 8th, 10:30am-12:00pm Friday, Nov 18th, 10:30am-12:00pm Tuesday, Nov 22nd, 10:30am-12:00pm Friday, Dec 2nd, 10:30am-12:00pm
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Featuring a friendly archery competition and pumpkin hunting course! Don’t just throw out that leftover pumpkin or jack-o-lantern, bring it to the FOC and give it a proper send-off. We will have activities for your little ones as well. Ages 10+
Members FREE! | Non-members $10/person Saturday, November 5, 12p – 4p
Looking to get up off the ground? Come check out our high ropes course! Several of our high ropes elements will be open including our “Leap of Faith”. Come “hang” out at the FOC and enjoy an afternoon of climbing through the trees (weather dependent)! Ages: 6+ for high elements, 8+ for “Leap of Faith”)
Members: FREE | Non-Members: $10/person Saturday, November 12, 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
Not able to attend our Friday night climbs? Come check out our indoor rock walls at a new time slot! The indoor climbing gym is open to climbers of all ages, shapes, and sizes.
Members FREE: Non-members $10 per climber Saturday, December 10, 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Heard the term “geocache” but unsure what it means? Ever wanted to go on a treasure hunt? Come learn all about the worldwide publicly accessible treasure hunts that never end! Begin with an overview of geo caching and use of a GPS or the geocache app and then proceed out on your own or with a YMCA staff to try and locate some of the 8 geocaches hidden on 122 acres of outdoor property. Members ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Members: FREE! | Non-members: $5/person or $15/family of 4 Saturday, December 17, 12:00pm – 3:00pm
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The indoor climbing gym is open to climbers of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Come and check out our climbing walls and be belayed by YMCA staff members. If you can be appropriately harnessed, you may climb. Anyone wishing to belay must have attended the Adult Belay Class.
Starting in Fall 2, every open climb from 8p – 9p will be lights out glow climbing! Come check out the black light wall and climb among the (glow-in-thedark) stars!
Members: FREE! | Non-members: $10/person Fridays through Nov and Dec except for 11/25 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the Rec hall
Check out our classes on page 28 to find out how YOU can belay YOUR FAMILY by signing up for an Adult Belay Class!
Come and try out archery before signing up for classes, or practice on your own. All required equipment provided by the YMCA. You may bring your own recurve or compound bows provided draw weight is 30lbs or less, and only arrows with field/ target points are allowed. Ages 6+
Members: FREE! | Non-members: $10/person Mondays beginning November 7th through December 19th 5:30pm – 8:30pm (in the rec hall)
Orienteering is a navigational activity where you try to find specific points on property using a map with a designated orienteering course labeled. We have multiple difficulty levels; some for those just looking for an easy trail activity that doesn’t take too long, and other much harder difficulties requiring some navigation through deeper woods, that can take much longer to complete. You can select your difficulty level and print the requisite map from the “orienteering” section of the Family Outdoor Center tab of the Metrowest YMCA website.
Outdoor basketball court located in the middle parking lot is available for use during daylight hours. A ball can be borrowed from the Family Outdoor Center office during business hours only (9a – 5p).
Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt with hidden boxes scattered all over the place including 5 hidden treasures you can find right here at the Family Outdoor Center! All you need is to download the free “Geocaching” app, and the map will lead you to the treasure area. Follow the provided clue to find the treasure box. This is a “take an item, leave an item” style prize-box where you should bring a small toy or keychain item to trade if you would like to take a prize. Sign the logbook and find the next one, Happy Treasure-Hunting!!
Every day we work to become a more inclusive, purpose-driven organization; built to ensure everyone in every community has access to programs and services that nurture their potential and create opportunity.
In the pay year, thanks to donors and members like you, our Y has provided thousands of meals, safety around water instruction, and launched a ChangeMaker program for teens, proiding workforce development skills and training.
Can’t attend the in-person event? You can still participate in our silent auction! All the funds raised go to programs that help kids realize their dreams!
The Auction is open from 10 am on November 4th to 7 pm on November 9th.
FRAMINGHAM BRANCH
280 Old Connecticut Path
Framingham, MA 01701 508-879-4420
Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday, 7:00 - 7:00 PM
FAMILY OUTDOOR CENTER
45 East Street Hopkinton, MA 01748 508-435-9345
Building hours vary according to the program schedule. Please call or go online for more information.
EARLY LEARNING CENTER
282 Old Connecticut Path
Framingham, MA 01701 508-879-4420
Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
CLEARBROOK FAMILY SWIM CLUB
120 Parker Road Framingham MA 01702
Closes for the season on September 6th.
In order to receive member rates for programs, your membership must be current throughout the entire program session. If it expires during the session and you do not wish to renew, you must pay the non-member rate.
1. If a class does not meet minimum enrollment and is cancelled, a full refund or YMCA credit will be issued.
2. A full refund or YMCA credit will be issued if a participant withdraws from a class after notifying the Program Director or authorized staff member at least 48 hours prior to the start of the class.
3. A YMCA credit or refund will be issued if a participant is unable to attend a class due to a prolonged illness (3 or more weeks). This request must be made prior to the end of the program session and must be accompanied by a doctor’s note.
Youth & Teen, ages 2-19 $19.83 $25
Young Adult, ages 20-25 $37.40 $30
Adult, ages 26-64 * $62.73 $50
Family of 2 * $94.18 $75
Two individuals, same address
Family of 2+ BEST OFFER * $109.68 $75
Up to two Adults with any number of children under 26 residing at the same address
Senior, age 65+ $56.42 $40 Senior Couple * $84.54 $60
Two individuals both 65+, same address
Sr Family of 2+* $98.78 $60 Hopkinton Family Membership $37.85 $50
Up to two Adults both 65+ with any number of children under 26 residing at the same address
* Access to Family Outdoor Center included
** Add an adult (18+) to any Family Membership $26.14
PROGRAM SATISFACTION:
We place great value on the satisfaction of our program participants. If a program is not meeting your needs for any reason please notify the Program Director.
Note: Please let the Program Director know if you cannot make a class due to religious reasons. We will be happy to offer you a credit for that class.
All members must present their membership card upon entry to the YMCA. All non-member program participants must sign in at the member service desk and present a photo ID.
Youth 10 years and younger:
* Parents/Guardian must remain in the building while a child is attending an instructional class.
* May participate in designated open gymnasium and open swim times with adult supervision.
* May use the youth and family game room lounge area with adult supervision.
www.metrowestymca.org 35 www.metrowestymca.org
The MetroWest YMCA believes that finances should not be an obstacle to living a healthy lifestyle. We offer financial assistance to help cover the cost of membership and programs.
The MetroWest YMCA is a cause-driven charitable organization that stands for healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. We offer programs and services that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
METROWEST YMCA FRAMINGHAM
280 OLD CONNECTICUT PATH
FRAMINGHAM, MA 01701
Visit us on the web at www.metrowestymca.org.
Framingham Branch Staff
Branch Executive Director
508-879-4420
Lisa Mandozzi x245
Membership Director Aura Hernandez x271 Director of Health Integration Lauren Hanley x239 Health & Wellness Director Katrina Ladd x238
Assistant Wellness Director Meryl Bantefa x292 Prevention Wellness Coordinator Laura Gilbert x232 Director of Nutritional Services Maggie Lynch x286 Director of Family Engagement Jen Hyman x281 Business Manager Arlete Wilson x223 Association Director of Aquatics Sahara Adams x287 Director of Youth Sports and Physical Education Connor Marc-Aurele x262
Director of Gymnastics: Athletic Training Leo LeClair 508-876-6019 Director of Community Programs Osvaldo Rivera x277
Family Outdoor Center Staff
508-435-9345
Outdoor Center Director Allan Gillis x105 Business Manager & Registrar Cori Merchant x110 Adventure & Outdoor Ed Director Tyler Reynolds x104 Camp Director Hannah Glenshaw x132
Early Education & School’s Out Program Staff
508-879-4420
Executive Director of Education Heidi Kaufman x266 Director of Family Services Kathleen Glennon x246 Education Billing Coordinator Yanessa Mendez x268 Director of Inclusion Laina Abolfazli x244 Out-of-School Time Director Greg Dustin 508-876-6096
We’re here to serve you!
