WINTER 2023 PROGRAM GUIDE

We want to take a moment to congratulate you on a successful 2022 and appreciate the fun and healthful time we spent together. It is wonderful to see so many kids and families from every part of the communities we serve, at the Y making friends and achieving their personal goals, while taking care of their health and wellbeing.

We look forward to starting 2023 strong with a robust lineup of programs! We are excited to expand our youth sports offerings (p 10), bring back adult fitness favorites like Cycle Power (p. 15) and our nutrition and weight-loss programs (p. 24). We will also introduce a new Preschool Extravaganza weekday morning schedule of enrichment, swim, and sports opportunities for this age group (p. 6).

We will also offer new fitness challenges and events to help you hit stay on track, meet others, and support vital Y programs.

Thank you being a valued part of our community!

Sincerely,

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COMPLIMENTARY WELLNESS CONSULTATION FOR NEW MEMBERS

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.

MEMBERS’ ONLY PERSONAL TRAINING & NUTRITION CONSULTATION

Our certified personal trainers will help you reach your goals! We offer one-on-one or semi-private (2+) inperson (indoors or outdoors) and virtual personal training options. Ages 12 and up.

Contact Meryl Bantefa at mbantefa@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x292

UNLIMITED GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES - Offering 45+ per week!

BollyX® Bootcamp Cardio Dance Chair Yoga

Core Fusion Cycle Cycle Sculpt Age Reversing Essentrics®

Gentle Yoga Group Active Cardio Kickboxing

Group Power Pilates Piloxing Power Yoga

Senior Fitness Step and Strength Tribal Yoga™Yoga HIIT Zumba®

PRIORITY REGISTRATION AND MEMBER RATE ON PROGRAMS AND CAMP!

Members get first dibs at registration for swim lessons, sports, summer camp, and all member programs. Member registration for our six, award-winning summer camps opens on January 16, 2023.

PLUS: Open Swim, Open Gym, FREE Special Events, Child watch, and so much more!

THE Y IS FOR ALL!

The Y believes that finances should not be an obstacle to living a healthy lifestyle. We offer financial assistance which can be used to help cover the cost of membership and programs. Financial assistance available.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL YOUTH PROGRAMS

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 selfreliance

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.

Slots are available for Monday through Friday with 2, 3, 4, and 5-day options

SCHOOL’S OUT: ASHLAND

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.

SCHOOL’S OUT: FRAMINGHAM BRANCH

Who: Framingham children in grades K-6 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, & Memorial Elementary Schools and grades 5-6 who attend Wilson Middle

Where: East School 90 Oak Street, Natick, MA Transportation provided by the Natick Public Schools and MetroWest YMCA

SCHOOL’S OUT: NATICK SCHOOL’S OUT: HOPKINTON

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).

Contact us at: schoolsout@metrowestymca.org or 508-876-6096

EARLY LEARNING CENTER YOUTH PROGRAMS

Our Early Learning Center helps children meet their learning and developmental potential while providing the care needed for families to work. We provide highquality 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, socializing, and having fun. One of our goals is to help your child feel independent and empowered to explore their environment 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.

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 Department of Early Education and Care (ECC) and managed by the MetroWest YMCA. Project ABC currently serves Ashland, Holliston, Hopkinton, and Natick.

Our curriculum addresses each child’s individual develop-mental needs and interests and emphasizes the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We also 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 children in YMCA classes such as swimming, sports, and gymnastics.

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

INTRODUCING...PRESCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA!!

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ENRICHMENT SWIM SPORTS

MONDAYS

Crafty Swimmers

This 90-minute class will start with craft projects and social time in the enrichment room. We will then head to the pool for a swim lesson set up to meet the needs of participants with varying swim abilities. Please bring your child in their bathing suit and leave their swim bag in enrichment room. An instructor will walk the class to the pool at swim time. Parents are to pick up their children from the pool at the end of class

Monday, 9:00am-10:30am; ages 3-5

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.

Monday, 10:35am-11:05am; ages 6 months - 24 months

TUESDAYS

Family Open Gym - DROP IN 9:00am-10:30am - FREE for members

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.

Tuesday, 9:20am-9:50am, ages 2-3

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 self-rescue skills performed with assistance.

Tuesday, 9:55am-10:25am, ages 3-5

Come down the gym to enjoy the wide world of sports! Kids will 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 Please make sure your child has closed-toe shoes!

Monday, 11:20am-11:50 pm, ages 3-5

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.

Tuesday, 10:30am-11:00am, ages 3-5

Start your morning in the gymnasium for a Mini-Sports and move down stairs with a staff member for snack and activity time. Dress for messy as we can be painting during craft time. Please pack a snack and water bottle for your child. Tuesday, 10:30am-12:00pm; ages 3-5

WEDNESDAYS

PRESCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA!! YOUTH PROGRAMS

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Family Open Swim 9:15-10:00am - FREE for members

Swim: Preschool Stage 1: Water

Acclimation

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 self-rescue skills performed with assistance

Wednesday, 10:00am-10:30am, ages 3-5

Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Nonmembers $185

Swim: Parent & Child C: Intro to Water Acclimation

This program is designed to allow participants in our Parent/Child Program to build on the confidence they have previously achieved in Parent/Child Stages A & B as well as welcome participants over the age of 3 into our swim lesson program.

Wednesday, 10:35am-11:05am, ages 3-5

Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Nonmembers $185

Little Ninjas Parent/Child

Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in. Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles and gymnastics elements keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents

Wednesday, 11:15am-11:45 am, ages 3-5

Family members $83 | Youth members $112 | Nonmembers $168

Mini Sports

Come down the gym to enjoy the wide world of sports! Kids will 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. Please make sure your child has closed-toe shoes!

Wednesday, 11:15am-12:00pm, ages 3-5

Family members $93 | Youth members $126 | Nonmembers $186

THURSDAYS

Swim: Preschool Stage 1:

Water Acclimation

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 self-rescue skills performed with assistance.

Thursday, 9:10am-9:40am , ages 3-5

Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Nonmembers $185

Parent/Child Little Ninja Swim

Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in. Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles and gymnastics elements keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents

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. Thursday, 9:45am-11:00am, Ages 3-5

Family members $159 | Youth members $215| Non-members $318

Family Open Gym 11:00-12:00pm - FREE for members

Mini Sports

Come down the gym to enjoy the wide world of sports! Kids will 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. Please make sure your child has closed-toe shoes!

Thursday, 10:30am-11:00am, ages 3-5

Family members $83 | Youth members $112| Non-members $168

FRIDAYS

Little Ninjas

Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in. Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles and gymnastics elements keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents Friday, 9:15am-9:45am, ages 3-5

Family members $93 | Youth members $126| Non-members $186

Family Open Swim 9:15-10:00am - FREE for members

Swim: Parent & Child A: Water Discovery

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 Friday, 9:25am-9:55am; ages 6 months - 24 months

Family members $92 | Youth members $125| Non-members $185

Swim: Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation

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 self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Friday, 10:00am-10:30am, ages 3-5

Family members $92 | Youth members $125| Non-members $185

Swim: Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement

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 Friday, 10:35am-11:05am, ages 3-5

Family members $92 | Youth members $125| Non-members $185

Mini Sports

Come down the gym to enjoy the wide world of sports! Kids will 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. Please make sure your child has closed-toe shoes! Friday, 11:30am-12:00pm , ages 3-5

Family members $83 | Youth members $112 | Non-members $160

ENRICHMENT CLASSES YOUTH PROGRAMS

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ENRICHMENT

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.

Pricing for 60-minute enrichment classes: $67 family members; $91 youth members; $134 community members

GROWN-UP & ME CLASSES

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 grown-ups can make new friends. Ages 1 6-2 9

Saturday................... 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

TINIEST TOTS CLASSES

Winter Wonderland

The winter season is approaching. Learn about the next season through story, songs, activities, and crafts. Ages 2.6-3.6

Wednesday............... 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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

TINY TOTS CLASSES

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

Tuesday.................... 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Jurassic Dino Dig

Dinosaurs, dinosaurs, and more dinosaurs! Play, create, and learn about our prehistoric pals We will make dinosaur crafts, play with dinosaurs and learn about fossils. Ages 3-4 Monday 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

NEW! Cooking with Littles

PREK & SCHOOL AGED CLASSES

Monsters and Aliens

Explore the silly world of monsters and aliens. We will read stories, play, and create our own creations to take home Ages 3-4

Thursday.................. 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

STEAM

for Littles

From action contraptions to messy marvels and more, each class will explore, create, and experiment with different STEAM concepts Bring your curiosity and be dressed for a mess. Ages 3-5 Wednesday............... 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Crafty Kids

Perfect opportunity to have a crafty hour. If your child likes to give homemade gifts, this is their opportunity to learn new skills Ages 4-6

Thursday...................10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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 3.9-5 Tuesday 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Saturday................... 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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 Saturday................... 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Tuesday......................4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Join us in this brand new class where parents/guardians and children learn cooking skills together! We will prepare a delicious kid-friendly recipe and make a related craft. Ages 3-5. Friday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

DANCE YOUTH PROGRAMS

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PRE-BALLET I

A wonderful introduction to ballet for 3-4 yr olds to develop their coordination, musicality and expression 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

Metrowest Dance Academy is a Royal Academy of Dance registered school located in Framingham. We are excited to be partnering with 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 developmentally appropriate, full of creativity and use of imagination. At the YMCA we will teach preballet, ballet, tap and jazz to children ages 36 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

Family Member $61 | Youth Member $82 | Non-Member $122 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 confi- dence 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 $71 | Youth Member $96| Community Member $142 Saturday 9:35 AM - 10:05 AM

BALLET 3

A ballet class for rising Kindergartners. Following a Royal Academy of Dance syllabus developing ballet and natural movement through creativity and musicality. Building self-esteem, strength and discipline in a nurturing and inspiring way. Ages 5-6 Family Member $61 | Youth Member $82 |Community Member $122 Saturday................... 10:25 AM - 10:55 AM

JAZZ AND TAP 3

LCalling all Kindergartners! Step into this fun jazz and tap class to dance to popular tunes and develop flexibility, quick footwork and rhythm! If you have a child who can't stop dancing this is for them! Ages 5-6

Family Member $61 | Youth Member $82 | Community Member $122 Saturday................... 10:55 AM - 11:25 AM

Dance classes will begin January 21st and will be held 128. 2/4, 2/11, and 2/18.

Wednesday,

Wednesday, 4:40 PM – 5:25 PM (45 min) Saturday, 11:10 AM

Basketball season at the Y is heating up! If you are still interested in playing please email our Director of Youth Sports, cmarcaurele@metrowestymca org

We offer the following leagues; Rookies (K-1st), Small Shots (2nd3rd), and Primetime (4th-5th)

Let’s drop the puck and get ready to score a goal with Floor Hockey at the Y! Players will learn the basics of hockey through practice and guided play each week. Our Sports team here will have sticks for every player, so all you will need is the energy to learn and have fun!

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 $100 | Youth Member $135 | Non-Member $200

Thursday, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (60 min)

FLAG FOOTBALL TRAINING CLINIC BADMINTON NIGHT

AT THE Y

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 $93 | Youth Member $126 | Non-Member $186

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!

Tuesday, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM (30 min) Saturday, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM (30 min)

Tuesday, 4:40 PM – 5:25 PM (45 min) Saturday, 9:40 AM – 10:25 AM (45 min)

INDOOR SOCCER PRICING:

Tues or Sat Class (45 min)

Family Member: $93 Youth Member: $126 Non-Member: 186

Tuesday or Saturday Class: (30 min)

Family Member: $83 Youth Member: $112 Non-Member $166

Thursday 5:30 PM –8:00 PM

Members: FREE | Non-Member $27 p/day

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS

YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS

YOUTH, TEEN NINJAS

STARTING JANUARY 8, 2023

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 provided, and Karate uniform is optional to purchase.

INTRO TO KARATE

AGES 5-7

AGES 8-13

Saturday, 12:45 PM – 1:15 PM

Family Member $83 | Youth member $112 | Non-member $166

INTERMEDIATE KARATE

Saturday, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM (must have achieved yellow belt)

Family member $93 | Youth member $126| Non-member $186 Saturday, 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM

AGES 3-5

Thursday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Saturday, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Family member $83 | Youth member $112| Non-member $166

Thursday, 4:40 PM - 5:10 PM Saturday, 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM

PRICING FOR KARATE & NINJAS

AGES 6-8 AGES 9-11

Family member $83 | Youth member $112| Non-member $166

Thursday, 5:20 PM - 5:50 PM Saturday, 12:50 PM - 1:20 PM

Family member $93 | Youth member $126 | Non-member $186

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! CLICK TO REGISTER

PARENT AND TOT NINJATASTICS!

Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents.

GISTER

7 weeks – Family Member $83 / Youth Member $112 / Non-Member $166 Ages (18 months – 3 years old) (30 Minute Class) Wednesday 3:30-4:00

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS YOUTH

GYMNASTICS

Perfect new and existing skills on uneven bars, vault, beam and floor while also improving flexibility, strength, eye hand coordination and selfesteem! Each class will be split up depending on skill level so kids can reach their full potential faster and to keep all kids challenged

AGES 4-6

Tuesday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Saturday, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Family members $83 | Youth members $112 | Non-member $166

AGES 7-9

Tuesday, 4:40 PM - 5:10 PM Saturday, 9:40 AM - 10:10 AM

Family members $83 | Youth members $112 | Non-member $166

TUMBLING NEW

A class for kids that enjoy flipping and rolling This focuses on the tumbling aspect of gymnastics and cheerleading. All skill levels welcome.

AGES 7-12 Wednesday 4:40-5:10

Family Member $83 / Youth Member $112 / NonMember $166

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

AGES 10-12 CLICK

Family members $93 | Youth members $126 | Non-member $186 For questions regarding Gymnastics, contac Leo LeClaire

Family members $83 | Youth members $112 | Non-member $166

FITNESS CLASSES YOUTH & TEEN

CARDIO KIDS

Ages 7-13

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.Instructor: Anthony.

Family Member FREE | Youth Member $112 | Non-Member $166

Tuesdays, 4:15-4:45 PM

POWERFUL GIRLS

Ages 9-14

Perfect class for young girls looking to begin exercising and exploring movement in the wellness center The class will teach girls total body movements, use different equipment, and build confidence. Instructor: Meryl.

Family Member $85 | Youth Member $115 | Non-Member $170 Saturdays, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM (60 min)

TEEN WEIGHTLIFTING

Ages 11-16

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. .

Mondays, 5:00-6:00 PM

Instructor: Francois Fridays 5:00-6:00 PM

Instructor: Nick

Family Member $85 | Youth Member $115 | Non-Member $170

MEET MERYL!

STRENGTH TRAINING FOR ATHLETES

Ages 11-18.

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

Instructor: Meryl

Family Member $85 | Youth Member $115 | Non-Member $170 Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM

new Assistant Wellness Director

FITNESS CLASSES TEEN & ADULT

BOXING

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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.

TEEN BOXING

Ages 12-18

Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM

Family Member $85 | Youth Member $115| Non-Member $170

ADULT BOXING

Ages 18+

Wednesdays, 7:15-8:15 PM Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 PM

Family Member $85 | Youth Member $115| Non-Member $170

NEW CLASS! GOLF TRAINING

Ages 12+ Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45 with Leo Weight training for adults that want to move around the golf course easier and put more power into their swing This class will feature strength training, core and mobility work Family Member $60 | Youth Member $81| Non-Member $120

Ages 12+

Fridays 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM with Katrina mprove your cardiovascular fitness and lower body leg strength through this high level cycle class. Pre and post power tests will be performed for participants to see their improvement Throughout he session, participants will work at intensities specific to them based on their power tests. Power ycle is open to all as intensities are customized for you and a class must if you are an avid outdoor yclist, triathlete or looking to improve your cardiovascular fitness.

Family Member $85 | Youth Member $115| Non-Member $170

YOGA HEALING™

Ages 18+

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. Instructor: Nissa.

Mondays, 6:30-7:45 PM

Family Member $117 | Youth Member $158 | Non-Member $234

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. Ages 11+

Monday - Friday 6:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday --------------------------7:00 AM Monday, Wed, Friday................................10:30 AM Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM

Family Member $50/month unlimited 5 class pass $60 10 class pass $100

Youth Member $63/month unlimited 5 class pass $75 10 class pass $125

Community Member 5 class pass $120 10 class pass $200

AQUATICS AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING COURSE - Ages 16+

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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING COURSE

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

JANUARY: (Must attend all 3 days to achieve certification)

Friday, January 13th 4:00-8:00pm Saturday, January 14th 9:00-5:00pm Sunday, January 15th 9:005:00pm

FEBRUARY: (Must attend all 3 days to achieve certification)

Friday, February 24th 4:00-8:00pm Saturday, February 25th 9:00-5:00pm Sunday, February 26th 9:005:00pm

PERPETUAL SWIM LESSONS

WE MAKE IT EASY! CHOOSE A TIME AND IT’S YOURS FOR THE YEAR!

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:

Tuesday 4:00-4:30 PM

Tuesday 4:35-5:05 PM

Wednesday 5:30-6:00 PM

Wednesday 6:05 – 6:35 PM

Thursday 4:35-5:05 PM

School-Age Stages 1-6:

Tuesday 5:10 – 5:50 PM

Tuesday 5:55- 6:35 PM

Wednesday 4:00-4:30 PM

Wednesday 4:45-5:25 PM

Thursday 5:10-5:50 PM

Thursday 5:55-6:35 PM

Homeschoolers: Tuesday, 2:15 - 3:10 PM

To register, call us at 508-879-4420 or email memberservices@metrowestymca.org

Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land?

Is the student comfortable working with an instructor without a parent in the water?

Will the student go underwater voluntarily?

Canthestudentdoafrontandbackfloat ontheirown?

Canthestudentswim10-15yardsontheirown frontandback?

Canthestudentswim15yardsoffrontand backcrawl?

Canthestudentswimfrontcrawl,backcrawl,and breaststrokeacrossthepool?

Canthestudentswimfrontcrawl,backcrawl,breaststroke,andbutterflyacrossthepoolandback?

AQUATICS YOUTH

A, B,C, PRESCHOOL, SCHOOL AGE 1-2

PRICING:

30-min class: Family Member: $92

Youth Member: $125 Non-Member: $185

CLICK TO REGISTER

PARENT & CHILD A, B

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)

A Monday 10:35-11:05am Monday 3:45-4:15pm Friday 9:25-9:55am Friday 4:20-4:50pm Saturday 9:25-9:55am unday 11:00-11:30am

NEW PARENT & CHILD C

B

Monday 4:20-4:50pm Tuesday 9:20-9:50am Friday 9:25-9:55pm Friday 3:45-4:15pm Saturday 10:00-10:30am Sunday 11:35-12:05pm

PRESCHOOL 1: WATER ACCLIMATION

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 self- rescue skills performed with assistance. Ages 3-5

Monday 3:45-4:15pm Monday 4:20-4:50pm Monday 4:55-5:25pm Monday 5:30-6:00pm Tuesday 9:55-10:25am Tuesday 3:25-3:55pm Wednesday 10:00-10:30am Thursday 9:10-9:40am Thursday 3:25-3:55pm Friday 10:00-10:30am

Friday 3:45-4:15pm

Friday 4:55-5:25pm

Friday 5:30-6:00pm

Friday 6:05-6:35pm

Saturday 8:15-8:45am Saturday 8:50-9:20am Saturday 10:00-10:30am Sunday 9:15-9:45am

PRESCHOOL 2: WATER MOVEMENT

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

This program is designed to allow participants in our Parent/Child Program to build on the confidence they have previously achieved in Parent/Child Stages A & B as well as welcome participants over the age of 3 into our swim lesson program. Parents will be in the water for support, guidance and safety to allow participants to challenge their swim and social skills in an aquatic group lesson setting. Instructors will encourage participants to practice skills away from parents at certain times providing participants with the assurance that their parents are nearby.

C

Thursday 9:45-10:15am Thursday 4:00-4:30pm

Saturday 10:35-11:05am Sunday 12:10-12:40pm

Monday 4:55-5:25pm Monday 5:30-6:00pm Monday 6:05-6:35pm Tuesday 10:30-11:00am Wednesday 3:25-3:55pm Thursday 10:20-10:50am Thursday 3:25-3:55pm

Friday 10:35-11:05am

Friday 4:20-4:50pm

Friday 4:55-5:25pm

Friday 5:30-6:00pm

Saturday 8:50-9:20am

Saturday 9:25-9:55am

Saturday 10:35-11:05am

Sunday 11:35-12:05pm

PRESCHOOL 3: WATER STAMINA

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-rescue skills performed for longer durations and distances than previous stages Ages 3-5

Monday 4:55-5:25pm

Monday 5:30-6:00pm Monday 6:40-7:10pm Wednesday 10:35-11:05am

Wednesday 3:25-3:55pm

Friday 5:45-6:15pm

Saturday 9:25-9:55am

Saturday 10:35-11:05am Sunday 12:10-12:40pm

PRESCHOOL 4: STROKE INTRODUCTION

AQUATICS YOUTH

LEARNING TO SWIM IS AN IMPORTANT LIFE SKILL.

That's why we do everything possible to teach vital water safety skills to youth and adults in the MetroWest, including offering financial assistance for swim lessons, and offering free water safety training events several times a year. To get on a list for the next water safety training, contact Sahara Adams at sadams@metrowestymca org

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 6:05-6:35pm

Saturday 10:30-11:00am Saturday 11:10-11:40am Sunday 11:00-11:30am

SCHOOL AGE 1: WATER ACCLIMATION

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 4:55-5:25pm

Monday 6:05-6:35pm

Monday 6:40-7:10pm

Thursday 4:00-4:30pm

Friday 4:55-5:25pm

Friday 5:30-6:00pm

Saturday 9:00-9:30am

Saturday 11:10-11:40am

Sunday 10:25-10:55am

SCHOOL AGE 2: WATER MOVEMENT

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 4:20-4:50pm

Monday 5:30-6:00pm

Monday 6:40-7:10pm

Thursday 4:00-4:30pm

Friday 4:00-4:30pm

Friday 5:10-5;50pm

Saturday 8:15-8:45am Saturday 9:45-10:15am Sunday 9:50-10:20am

AQUATICS YOUTH

SCHOOL AGE 3-6 PRICING:

40-min class: Family Member: $98 Youth Member: $133 Non-Member: $203 CLICK TO REGISTER

SCHOOL AGE 3: WATER STAMINA

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 4:20-5:00pm

Monday 5:05-5:45pm

Monday 5:50-6:30pm

Monday 6:35-7:15pm

Friday 4:20-5:00pm

Friday 5:05-5:45pm

Friday 5:50-6:30pm

Saturday 8:15-8:55am

Saturday 9:00-9:40am

Saturday 9:45-10:25am

Saturday 11:15-11:55am Sunday 9:15-9:55am Sunday 12:15-12:55pm

SCHOOL AGE 4: STROKE INTRODUCTION

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 613

Monday 4:20-5:00pm Monday 5:05-5:45pm Monday 5:50-6:30pm Monday 6:35-7:15pm Friday 4:20-5:00pm Friday 5:05-5:45pm Saturday 8:15-8:55am

SCHOOL

Saturday 9:00-9:40am

Saturday 9:45-10:25am Saturday 11:15-11:55am Sunday 10:00-10:40am

AGE 5: STROKE DEVELOPMENT

Must have successfully completed Stage 4 or be able to swim 25 yards any stroke and perform freestyle 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 5:05-5:45pm

Monday 6:35-7:15pm Friday 5:05-5:45pm

Saturday 8:15-8:55am Saturday 10:30-11:10am Saturday 11:15-11:55am Sunday 10:45-11:25am

SCHOOL AGE 6: STROKE MECHANICS

Must have successfully completed Stage 5 or be able to swim 50 yards any stroke and perform freestyle with bent arm recovery, backstroke, sidestroke, 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 lifestyle. Ages 6-13

Monday 5:50-6:30pm

Friday 5:05-5:45pm Saturday 10:30-11:10am Sunday 11:30-12:10pm

AQUATICS ADULTS

ADULT SWIM LESSONS A, B & C

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+

Family

ADULT SWIM LESSONS A, B, & C CLICK TO REGISTER

WATER WALKING (LOW IMPACT)

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 (ADVANCED)

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 AEROBICS

Aerobic water workout focuses on coordination, flexibility, endurance and toning. Adaptable from beginners to experienced participants. Nonswimmers welcome! Ages 18+

Monday 11:15-12:00pm Monday 7:15-8:00pm Wednesday 11:15-12:00pm

Thursday 7:15-8:00pm Friday 11:15-12:00pm

Members $14 | Non-Members $27

Tuesday, 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

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: Monday 12:15-12:45pm Tuesday 6:40-7:10pm Wednesday 9:20-9:50am Saturday 8:15-8:45am Sunday 9:15-9:45am

Class C: Monday 1:25-1:55pm Wednesday 10:30-11:00am Wednesday 6:05-6:35pm

MASTERS SWIMMING

Class B: Monday 12:50-1:20pm Tuesday 7:15-7:45pm Wednesday 9:55-10:25am Saturday 8:50-9:20am Sunday 9:50-10:20am

Saturday 11:10-11:40am Sunday 10:25-10:55am

Open to adults 19 years and older the program is volunteer led and features workouts and drills. Ages 19+ Members $14 | Non-Members $27 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:15-6:10am

AI CHI NON-SWIMMERS WELCOME!

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

PREVENTION and WELLNESS

Evidence Based Health Intervention ( EBHI )

PROGRAMS STARTING IN JANUARY:

VIRTUAL PARKINSON'S

It is back, Virtual Parkinson's starts Thursday January 5th", join Laurie weekly on an ongoing basis

Members: FREE | Non-members: FREE will receive a 3-month membership to participate. Thursdays 11:45-12:30pm via Zoom This virtual class is open to anyone with a neuromuscular or cerebrovascular condition such as Parkinson’s, or Multiple Sclerosis. Each weekly class will include various exercises to help improve balance, mobility, strength, endurance, cognition, flexibility and include some yoga poses All exercises are modified to accommodate everyone’s needs and abilities.

DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT - Starts Monday, January 9, 2023

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. Runs virtually via Zoom. Starts Monday January 9th to February 13th 4-6:30pm.

ENHANCE FITNESS - Starts Monday, January 9, 2023

This is an evidence-based group exercise program for older adults that offers simple, easy-to-learn movements, designed to deliver cardio exercise, strength training, flexibility, and balance. The goal of the program 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 modified for individuals’ needs and abilities The class is 16 weeks and meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1:30 - 2:30pm. This class is FREE to active Y members.

LIVESTRONG® AT THE YMCA - Starts Tuesday, January 10, 2023

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. Winter program starts Tuesday January 10 and ends Thursday March 30, Contact Laura Gilbert to enroll. lgilbert@metrowestymca.org

Get on the list to be notified when the next EBHI classes start! SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS

PREVENTION and WELLNESS

ONGOING PROGRAMS: JOIN AT ANY TIME!

YMCA BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING PROGRAM

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

TAI CHI FOR HEALTHY AGING AND BETTER BALANCE

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

PARKINSON’S DISEASE WELLNESS PROGRAMS

This program is supported by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation.

PARKINSON'S EXERCISE:

Members: FREE | Non-members: FREE will receive a 3-month membership to participate Mondays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Parkinson's Exercise is a class open to anyone with a neuromuscular or cerebrovascular condition such as Parkinson’s, or Multiple Sclerosis. Each weekly class will include various exercises to help improve balance, mobility, strength, endurance, cognition, and flexibility. All exercises are modified to accommodate everyone’s needs and abilities

NEW! PWR!Moves:

Members: FREE | Non-members: FREE will receive a 3-month membership to participate. Wednesdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM PWR!Moves class, the core of our PD-specific functional exercise and physical therapy programs The Basic 4PWR!Moves are designed to each target a skill known to deteriorate in people with Parkinson disease, which often leads 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.

PEDAL FOR PARKINSON'S:

Members: FREE | Non-members: FREE will receive a 3-month membership to participate Fridays, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM and Sundays 12:00 PM -1:00 PM

Evidence Based Health Intervention ( EBHI ) GET ON THE LIST FOR THE NEXT SESSION

The MetroWest YMCA offers this program because regular exercise is one of the key components in treating 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.

Requirements to participate:

· 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

Get on the list to be notified when the next EBHI classes start!

NUTRITION & WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMS ALL AGES - FRAMINGHAM

Starts January 9th

HEALTHY YOU- Starts January 16

This 12-week program takes a whole-person approach to weight loss that focuses on multiple dimensions of well-being.

Tuesdays, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

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. Questions? Email Maggie at MLynch2@metrowestymca.org

Members $160 | Nonmembers $320 Program starts Tuesday, January 16th

HEALTHY FAMILIES- Starts January 23

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 learn more, contact Maggie at MLynch2@metrowestymca.org Program starts Monday, January 23rd

SPECIAL EVENTS & FITNESS CHALLENGES ALL AGES, FRAMINGHAM

Bring your kids to the Y for a night out while you take yourselves out for adult time! We will have games, activities, crafts, and more. Dinner is provided. Pre-registration is required for this event. All children must be able to use the bathroom independently. Ages 312.

$20 Family members; $27 Youth members; $40 Community members

Friday, January 6, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday, January 20,, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday, February 3, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

TEEN COOKING CLASS: HEALTHY TAPAS!

NEW! Teen Cooking Class! Spanish Tapas Teens will learn basic kitchen and knife skills during this class. We will prepare a series of Spanish tapas and eat together! We will make patatas bravas, Spanish omelet, Gambas al ajillo, and a Spanish hot chocolate.

Members: $15 per person | Non-Members: $20 per person Thursday, February 9th 5-7pm

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 $68 Youth Member $92 Non-Member $136

Monsay, January 16, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Join us in the gymnasium to celebrate the season Face painting, games, crafts, activities and more at this family event.

Valentine’s Day Party February 10th 6:007:30pm –Member Pricing: $10/Family Non-Member Pricing: $15/Family

Join us in February while we Rally together, Ride Expresso Bikes (interactive bikes in the wellness center) all month long to raise awareness about the programs your fundraising supports, while competing against hundreds of Ys around the globe

For the past four years, together, more than 330 riders collectively rode more than 31,000 miles, raising more than $67,000 for education and health and wellness programs,

HOPKINTON OUTDOOR CENTER

SPORTS & EVENTS FOR ALL AGES

The Outdoor Center in Hopkinton, MA, has year-round fun and adventure for the whole family! In addition to the programs below, members can enjoy free weekly indoor rock-climbing and archery, special events, and outdoor activities like hiking, geocaching, and snowshoeing!

WEEKLY SESSION PROGRAMS

BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE ARCHERY –YOUTH & ADULT

Saturdays Jan 7th – Feb 18th from 9am – 10am

Members: $90 | Youth & Teen: $95 | Non-Members $180

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 and up!

ADVANCED

ARCHERY – YOUTH & ADULT

Saturdays Jan 7th – Feb 18th from 10:15am –11:15am Members: $90 | Youth & Teen: $95 | Non-Members $180

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 instructor approval. Ages 8 and up!

ONE-TIME CLASSES

ADULT BELAY CLASS

Friday Jan. 13th from 5pm – 7pm, or Feb 10th from 5pm – 7pm Members: $25 | Non-members: $35 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 and up!

WINTER ORIENTEERING

Saturday Jan. 28th from 1p – 3p

Family members: $5 | Youth & Teen members: $6 |Non-members: $10

New to orienteering? Looking to enhance your navigational skills and map-reading abilities? Learn all about orienteering and work with a YMCA staff on our easier difficulty courses, before testing your skills on harder levels! Snowshoes (provided by the YMCA) may be needed depending on snow conditions

OFF-SITE SNOWSHOEING TRIP

Saturday Feb. 18th from 1pm – 4pm

Family members: $10 | Youth & Teen members: $12 |Non-members: $15

Looking to take your snowshoeing to the next level? This workshop will begin with a very brief “packing for an offsite trip” review, and then head off to either; the Ashland Reservoir, or Waseeka Wildlife Sanctuary for some snowshoeing/animal tracking. All snowshoes will be provided. Dress warmly, group will depart the FOC no later than 1:30pm and return before 4pm.

FEBRUARY VACATION PROGRAM

Ages 7 -12

Tuesday, February 21st - Friday, February 24th 8am-5pm

Family Members $80 | Youth Members $90 | NonMembers $160 (Prices per day)

Join us for some outdoor fun at the Outdoor Center in Hopkinton! This outdoor-based vacation program includes games, crafts, sports, archery, and more! Limited space is available, register online, or stop by or call either branch today!

Please note: We plan to spend a good part of the program outdoors, hiking the trails on our 120-acre property, building snow castles, and utilizing a few of our low rope elements If we have enough snow, we will offer snowshoeing! Indoors, we will run games, utilize the indoor archery range, and do arts and crafts. Please bring your own lunch and two snacks.

COMMUNITY & FAMILY EVENTS FREE FOR MEMBERS!

GUIDED WINTER STROLL

Saturday Jan 7th from 11am – 1pm

All Member Types: FREE! | Non-members: $5/person Start the New Year off with a guided hike through the woods as you contemplate the beginning of another rotation around the sun! This hike will cover about 1 –1.5 miles of trails located on YMCA property all within easy access to break off and head out when you are finished or tired. The group will meet in front of Hayes Lodge and depart along the Red Trail at 11:15am

SATURDAY AFTERNOON ROCK CLIMBING

Saturday January 21st from 12:00pm – 3:00pm

All Member Types FREE: Non-members $10 per climber

Not able to attend our Friday night climbs? Come check out our indoor rock walls at a new time slot!

SNOWSHOEING 101 - must have 5 inches

Saturday Feb. 4th, 11th, & 25th from 10am – 1pm

All Member Types: FREE | Non-Members: $5/person, $15/household

Come check out our Winter Wonderland! Receive a snowshoeing lesson that covers; equipment, movement, falling and recovery. Check out our hiking trails on your own or join a group trek as we scout around and learn about animal tracking. Warm up afterwards with some hot chocolate! (Dress warmly, snowshoes provided).

FREE SELF-LED ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBERS TO ENJOY DURING HOURS OF OPERATION

ORIENTEERING

Orienteering is a navigational activity where you try to find specific points on property using a map with a designated orienteering course labeled You can select your difficulty level and print the requisite map on our website.

GEOCACHING

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 Outdoor Center! All you need is to download the free “Geocaching” app, and the map will lead you to the treasure area. 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!

DROP-IN PROGRAMS FREE FOR MEMBERS!

OPEN CLIMB (GLOW CLIMB)

Every Friday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the Rec hall

All Member Types: FREE! | Non-members: $10/person or $25/household

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.

Check out Classes to find out how YOU can belay YOUR FAMILY by signing up for an Adult Belay Class!

Every Monday from 5:30pm-8:30pm in the Rec hall

All Member Types: FREE! | Non-members: $10/person or $25/household

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

Q: WHICH SPORTS IS THE YMCA CREDITED WITH INVENTING?

A: Volleyball, Basketball, and Candlepin Bowling

NEW

n us in this brand new class where rents/guardians and children learn cooking skills gether! We will prepare a delicious kid-friendly ipe and make a related craft. Ages 3-6. Sign up for one or all of the classes! Classes are from 10:30am-12:00pm in Hopkinton

Members: $15/child/class | Nonmembers: $20/child/class

Friday, January 13th 10:30am-12:00pm Friday, January 27th 10:30am-12:00pm Friday, February 10th 10:30am-12:00pm

CLICK TO REGISTER

COOKING AROUND THE WORLD: INDIA

Join us for this special class taught by our Boston Marathon runner, Usha! Usha will share traditional recipes from her culture including commonly used spices and foods found in Indian cuisine. We will cook a delicious entree and a side together

Members: $15 per person | Non-Members: $20 per person Friday, January 20th, 5:30-7:00pm

COOKING AROUND THE WORLD: PUERTO RICO

Join us for this special class taught by our Boston Marathon runner, Javi! Javi will share traditional recipes from her grandmother’s cookbook. This is an authentic night you won’t want to miss!

Members: $15 per person | Non-Members: $20 per person Friday, February 3rd, 5:30-7:00pm

COOKING AROUND THE WORLD: CHINA

DAY PROGRAM: KIDS IN THE KITCHEN

HOPKINTON OUTDOOR CENTER COOKING CLASSES FOR ALL AGES! Members: $50 | Youth/Teen Membership: $75 | Nonmembers: $100 Vegetarian Favorites Tuesday, February 21st 9:00am-1:00pm Sweet & Savory Wednesday,February 22nd 9:00am-1:00pm Sushi & dumplings….. Thursday, February 23rd 9:00am-1:00pm The science of baking Friday, February 24th 9:00am-1:00pm CLICK TO REGISTER CLICK TO REGISTER NEW! COOKING WITH LITTLES

Learn to cook traditional Chinese recipes and honor togetherness, wealth, and longevity! We will make dumplings, and a traditional entree and dessert together.

HOPKINTON OUTDOOR CENTER RENTALS & RESERVATIONS

RENTALS & RESERVATIONS AT THE

BOOK SPACE FOR CLUB EVENTS, CORPORATE OUTINGS & TEAM-BUILDING

FAMILY OUTDOOR CENTER

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.

YMCA-LED BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT THE OUTDOOR CENTER!

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!

Basic packages start at $300.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/clean-up). You provide your own cake and refreshments.Participants in the activities must be 6+ years of age

Not Your Average Party -

YMCA staff will lead participants through team-building 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 participants 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 archery-certified 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.

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

LEARN MORE

We serve youth ages 3-16 in our six, award-winning summer day camps in Hopkinton, Framingham, and Natick. Every year, thousands of campers make lasting friendships, learn new skills and have positive experiences that help shape their futures.

We also offer leadership development programs for teens to receive training and work both as a camper or in a staff role Learn more on our website. Financial aid is available.

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

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.

PROGRAM REFUND/CREDIT PROCEDURES

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.

FIND YOUR Y

LOCATIONS

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

OUTDOOR CENTER

45 East Street Hopkinton, MA 01748 508-435-9345

Building hours vary according to the program schedule.

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

(Seasonal)

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.

FACILITY ACCESS

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.

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.

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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.