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YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region

Our Mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

HELLO! Welcome to the Y. Here’s what’s inside: About the Y........................................3

Mission/Values/Cause Membership.......................................4

Membership Packages

Membership Benefits Membership Information Military Membership

What You Can Do At the Y.............6 Healthy Living....................................8

Blood Pressure Program

LIVESTRONG at the Y

Personal Training SilverSneakers

Corporate Membership

Youth Development........................12

Child Care

Swim and Swim Lessons Sports, Camp and Dance

Social Responsibility......................18

Annual Campaign

Our Partnerships

Locations..........................................20

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RECENT AWARDS

FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY. FOR A BETTER US. As a nonprofit organization, the Y is a cause for strengthening community. We work every day to ensure that you, your family and our community have the resources and support to learn, grow and thrive.

OUR MISSION

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

OUR VALUES

With a focus on developing the potential of kids, improving individual health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors, your membership will bring about meaningful change not just within yourself, but in your community too.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO We want you to know we are here for you and though we are all on an individual journey, there is support all around us within the Y. This support comes in the form of Y staff, volunteers, other members or parents of youth participating in Y programs. When we all come together, help our fellow neighbors and Boyd Williams push ourselves to be the best we can be, President & CEO great things happen. That is the power of the Y community, and something that has kept me connected for more than 22 years.

As we enter the new year, we know that you’re probably setting goals and making changes to improve your life. We can help you become the best version of yourself, whether that’s through exercise, volunteering, learning something new or simply spending more time with your family.

Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

OUR CAUSE

We believe that to bring about meaningful change in individuals and communities, we must be focused and accountable. We measure the success of our cause by how well we engage communities in our three areas of focus: Youth Development: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

Healthy Living: Improving the nation’s health and well-being.

Social Responsibility: Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

We want you to join our family and feel the power of the Y community. The Y is the place to help your family find balance of spirit, mind and body. Take a look at all we have to offer you’ll find the Y has something for the entire family!

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MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS INCLINE PACKAGE State-of-the-art fitness centers Includes exercise machines, stretching areas, free weights and a weight room.

Pools, gyms and running tracks A safe environment for swimming, fitness and running for all ages and abilities.

Free group and water exercise classes With nearly 400 classes to choose from, you’ll find something that’s right for you.

Free child care while you workout We offer free play, Kids Gym, crafts, stories and more.

Access to all Colorado YMCA branches Includes access to two City of Colorado Springs recreation centers.

No annual fee We believe our services, not a contract, keep you around.

Free Fit Path The Y’s program to help you map out your health and wellness plan.

Free WiFi

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ASCENT PACKAGE Family Program Package Discounts on swim lessons, day camp and more

Family Program Package Add the Family Program Package (FPP) to your membership to receive greater access to Y programs for your entire family at 50% off the member program rate, including sports, swim lessons and birthday parties. Traditional Summer Day Camp is available at a 25% reduced rate.

Please check with Y membership staff for qualifying programs.

MEMBER BENEFITS • No contracts • Kid zone youth activities • Individual wellness consultations • Two-hour child watch • Unlimited group fitness classes • SilverSneakers Fitness programs

• Social events for adults 55+ • Free Fit Path • Member rates for programs

COME VISIT US! All of our locations offer clean, modern equipment and facilities, fun classes, exciting programs and friendly staff. Come see it all for yourself! Schedule a tour today at ppymca.org/tour.

Military Membership To the men and women of the United States Armed Forces, past and present, thank you very much for your dedicated service, sacrifice and commitment to defending our freedom. The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is here to serve and make military life easier for you and your family by offering reduced pricing for active duty and retired military in the Pikes Peak Region.

Active Duty Military

$0 Join Fees and 25% off monthly rates

Retired Military 50% off Join Fees

Special Events • • • • • • • •

Father Daughter Ball Mother Daughter Tea Party Stars & Stripes Golf Tournament Ornaments for Soldiers & Airmen Veterans Appreciation Breakfast Military Family First Dinner Breakfast with Santa Operation Kid Comfort

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS & AUTOMATIC PAYMENTS Payments can be made by credit card or bank account. Funds will withdrawl from the account of your choice on the 1st or the 15th of the month. To cancel, simply notify us in writing five days prior to your draft date.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial assistance is available to help make memberships and programs available to everyone, regardless of income. If you are unable to pay the full cost of Y membership or programs, you may apply for partial assistance based on your financial situation. To apply, please contact your local Y.

A.W.A.Y. PROGRAM

Always Welcome At the Y: When you travel for business or vacation, you may utilize participating Ys in another city on a shortterm basis. You must show your membership card and may be subject to a day-use fee.

GUEST PRIVILEGES

Members may bring in an unlimited number of guests, but each individual person will only get free access to the Y one time.

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Enjoy playtime in Child Watch Enroll in parent/infant

swim lessons Take Mommy and Me classes Have a birthday party at the Y with their family Take a baby tumbling class with an adult

• Take a Tiny Tots soccer or basketball class • Take ballet or musical theater classes • Enjoy playtime in Child Watch • Party and have fun at Parent’s Night Out events • Swim with Mom or Dad

in the pool • Have a Y birthday party celebration • Take gymnastics classes • Learn to swim in group, private or semi-private

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Play on the playground Spend a day at the outdoor pools and enjoy a picnic at Prospect Beach Celebrate a family birthday Enjoy swimming and relaxing on the pool deck Attend Family Night Out and Flick-n-Float events Enroll for Family Camp at Camp Shady Brook Volunteer as a family at a special event Participate in one of many special events throughout the year, including Healthy Kids Day, fall festivals, trunk or treats, Daddy Daughter Dances, Mother Daughter Tea and much more

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Parent’s Night Out Play on a sports team Join a swim team Participate in basketball, gymnastics or day camp during the summer Enroll in the before and after school program Enjoy participating in a fall & spring break clinic or camp Enroll in swim lessons, dance, cheerleading or tae kwon do Schedule a birthday party at the Y Attend Healthy Kids Day, Flick-n-Floats, movies, barbeques, trunk or treats, fall festivals, breakfast with Santa and many other special events throughout the year!

Enjoy the Y without a parent or guardian Work out in the fitness center without a parent after orientation Participate in any group exercise class Play basketball or volleyball Sign up for a sports team Enjoy free WIFI Schedule a birthday party Head up to Camp Shady Brook for outdoor adventures Learn to be a counselor at Camp Shady Brook Enroll in gymnastics, swim team, dance or tae kwon do Enjoy swimming and relaxing on the pool deck with friends Enroll in group, private or semi-private swim lessons Become a certified lifeguard Hang out and party at Teen Night events Become a Y volunteer to earn service hours Become a certified babysitter

• Go swimming at the pool • Participate in any group exercise class • Have a date night during Parent’s Night Out • Join Mommy and Me classes • Participate in aquatic group exercise classes • Work out in the Health & Wellness Center • Get a personal trainer • Attend one of many special family-fun events • Play basketball or racquetball • Enroll in group, private or semi-private swim lessons • Learn about becoming certified in CPR or First Aid • Join an adult sports team • Enjoy free WIFI • Attend wellness seminars • Volunteer, join a committee, the Y board or help out with fundraising • Bring a guest for a FREE visit to the Y

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• Go swimming at the pool • Participate in aquatic group exercise classes • Take a Moving for Better Balance Class • Attend SilverSneakers classes • Attend wellness seminars • Visit and participate in fun outings, dances and social events at the Y and the Senior Center • Take a DRUMS Alive! Class • Get a personal trainer • Work out in the Health and Wellness Center • Have a cup of coffee in the social area with new friends • Take a group exercise class • Participate in Chair Yoga or Tai Chi • Volunteer, join a committee, the Y board or help out with fundraising • Attend one of many special events throughout the year • Bring a guest for a FREE visit to the Y

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HEALTHY LIVING Our goal is to help you reach yours.

At the Y, a supportive community is a big part of wellness. At every level of activity, you’ll find people just like you looking to live a healthier life and encouraging each other on the path to good health. Members often tell us the support of other members and staff are the biggest key factors in their achievement of health and fitness!

We’re here to coach you each step of the way, whether it’s teaching you how to fuel your body with nutritious choices or helping you design a custom workout to fit your schedule and your goal.

At the Y, you’ll have access to over 400 group exercise classes, including Zumba®, TRX, Synergy 360, Les Mills BodyPump and BodyCombat, yoga, cycling, bootcamp, pilates, step aerobics and much more.

In addition, you can access a variety of programs, including the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, Pre/Post Natal Exercise classes, CPR/First Aid, lifeguard certification and more!

Looking to join an adult sports team?

Check out the Meridian Ranch Running Club, the Southeast Triathlon team, or the adult basketball or dodgeball teams!

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Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring

The Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program is a four-month program that uses proper measuring techniques, individualized support and nutrition education for better blood pressure management. The program emphasizes that self-monitoring and tracking of individuals’ blood pressure can play a significant role in reducing one’s blood pressure and improving their quality of life. Participants will receive support from trained Healthy Heart Ambassadors for the duration of the program.

You will: • Attend two personalized consultations per month • Attend monthly Nutrition Education Seminars • Measure and record their blood pressure at least two times per month

LIVESTRONG at the Y

LIVESTRONG® at the Y is a 12-week program to help ease cancer survivors back into fitness. LIVESTRONG at the Y focuses on you—the whole person—not the disease. The program meets twice a week using traditional exercise methods to ease you back into fitness and help you maintain your confidence.

Offered at no cost to participants because of financial support from the Y's Annual Community Campaign.

You’ll focus on: • building muscle mass and strength • increasing flexibility and endurance • improving confidence and self-esteem

FIT PATH

FitPath is an opportunity to meet with a nationally certified personal trainer to identify where you are, what you want to accomplish, and what we can do to help you get there! During your FitPath we can offer the following: • Free Fitness Orientation Session One free hourlong fitness orientation with a certified personal trainer. Identify areas to improve through fitness assessments of your choice, as well as goal setting and creating a realistic fitness plan tailored to your needs.

• InBody Composition Test A free body composition test that shows Body Fat, BMI (Body Mass Index), Dry Lean Mass, Total Body Water and much more. Test results further aid in forming an overall health and wellness plan.

Group Ex Pro: Coming in 2017 We're excited to announce Group Ex Pro, an app that will provide members with a real-time, easily updated schedule that sends notifications, adds classes to your calendar and can be sorted by day, class type or location for customized viewing.

Youth Orientation

For children ages 7-13, demonstrates proper use of the equipment and the stretching area.

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PERSONALIZED TRAINING Personal training has something to offer everyone, whether you are a rookie to the gym, an experienced exerciser or just someone who needs help creating an exercise routine.

Our nationally certified personal trainers will create the best plan for you to achieve your fitness goals the fastest in a safe environment. They will work when and where it’s convenient to you, and will keep you accountable to your goals while answering your questions and supporting your needs.

Individual Training

Every day, people resolve to get more fit. However, many goal-setters do not have a plan or know how to tackle their goal. Another factor can be a lack of accountability - no one is holding you to meeting that goal. A personal trainer can serve as a resource in meeting your goals.

Personal training begins with a consultation with one of the Y’s certified personal trainers. During that time, the trainer learns about you, your interests and your goals. The trainer then works with you to develop an action plan to realize your goals.

Small Group Training

Small Group Training at the Y takes all the elements of one-onone personal training and puts them into application within a group of 2-5 individuals. This is a great way to rally your friends to get fit while still receiving individualized attention from a fitness professional, in addition to splitting the cost!

Buddy Training

If you’re looking for the intensity and personal attention of individual training but the camaraderie and cost of small group training, buddy training is for you! Grab a friend and split the cost of personal training sessions two ways.

Nutritional Counseling

Looking to change your lifestyle completely? Get answers to your questions regarding fad diets, supplements, weight loss, disease prevention and more in a one-on-one Nutrition Counseling Session with one of our dietitians.

Build fitness into your budget: Ask about our Auto-Draft option!

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ACTIVE ADULTS 55+

Today, adults ages 55+ are more health conscious than ever before. The Y offers individuals 55 and up the opportunity to maintain a healthy lifestyle, healthy relationships and a positive outlook on life. Active adults live longer and have better functional conditioning. That is why the Y offers water exercise, yoga, walking clubs stretching and toning classes, volunteer opportunities and social events.

We encourage everyone to grow in the areas of physical, emotional, social and spiritual well-being. Our active adult exercise classes promote fitness and well-being while fostering friendships and camaraderie. Our volunteer opportunities and social events help build lasting relationships and community ties that last a lifetime. Each Y facility offers different programming, so check the location nearest you for current information. Programs are open to members and non-members.

Classes at the Colorado Springs Senior Center

Classes at the Senior Center go far beyond exercise - you can brush up on your history, take guitar lessons, learn to carve wood and cut gemstones, paint with oil and watercolor and even learn Italian!

The Senior Center also offers day trips that take you to plays, sporting events, festivals and on historical tours and shopping trips. Challenge yourself and sign up for classes at the Senior Center!

Proud Partners

SILVERSNEAKERS

The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is an innovative health, exercise and wellness program helping active adults to live healthy lifestyles. Your membership is likely available to you at little or no cost through your health plan, so check with your insurance company today.

Our partnership with the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging allows us to provide Moving for Better Balance and Matter of Balance classes to our Active Adults, preventing falls and injuries.

Regular participation can help you build muscular strength, improve joint mobility and increase cardiovascular endurance, leading to improved health and independence.

WELLNESS AT WORK Corporate Membership Organizations that value and promote a healthy lifestyle have an edge when it comes to attracting and retaining people.

Plus, companies enjoy a variety of additional benefits of healthy employees, including increased morale, productivity and retention, and decreased absenteeism and health care costs.

Partnering with the Y gives you the support to make your employees healthier, happier and more productive. We deliver programs you need directly at your business, illustrating your commitment to the health and well-being of your employees.

Through personal assessments and coaching, together we will create a program that meets the needs of your employees.

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Group & Individual Well-Being Coaching Health & Wellness Challenges Membership/Access to 8 Y facilities Group Exercise Classes Fitness Assessments Personal Training Educational Seminars Teambuilding Lunch & Learns

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Parents need all the support they can get! That’s why child care at the Y is about more than looking after kids. It’s about nurturing their development by providing a safe place to learn, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

With locations throughout the Pikes Peak region, our programs have a long history of helping children grow in spirit, mind and body.

Parent’s Night Out Parents, this is your chance to go out to dinner, catch a movie, gather with friends or simply enjoy some quiet time at home. Bring your children to the Y for an evening of fun activities, great food, games and an all-around good time.

Monthly at most locations. Check with your local Y for more information.

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Two-Hour Child Watch Child Watch offers a caring and safe program that is free to our members. We offer two hours of curriculum-based play and activities each day for your children while you work out. All children will have the opportunity to participate in activities focused on the arts stories, music and movement.

Child Watch attendants are certified in CPR for the Professional Caregiver, AED Procedures for the Professional Caregiver and First Aid.

LOCATIONS

Briargate Downtown Fountain Valley Garden Ranch Southeast Tri-Lakes

Ask about birthday parties at the Y!

A PLACE FOR KIDS Tween Nights Bring your kids to the Y, and we’ll feed them and make sure that they have fun. Your tweens will have a great night and have plenty of opportunities to make friends with kids their age. They will love participating in a variety of activities, including sports, inflatables and more.

Teens help run Tween Nights. Teens have the opportunity to gain volunteer hours and do trainings that help them develop lifelong skills and gain an understanding of skills needed for those first jobs.

Lifeguard Certification Certifies participants on preventing risks and responding to water emergencies. Includes CPR/ AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.

Babysitting Certification Babysitters will learn safety, responsibility, active play planning and how to provide leadership and guidance for younger children.

The RAD Program Real Alternatives to Drugs and Drinking (RAD) events are put on by students, for students, and are a way for high schoolers to have fun on Friday nights at the Tri-Lakes Y. By offering an alternative to parties, RAD keeps students safe while still providing them with social events.

7th Grade Initiative The 7th Grade Initiative is a free program that provides a safe and engaging space for 7th graders in School Districts 11 and 38. By providing academic, athletic, social and emotional health programs, we are able to teach our youth how to lead a positive lifestyle. To provide this program, we rely on donations from our Annual Support Campaign.

Proud Partners

Teens living in the Tri-Lakes area now have a state-ofthe-art facility to hang out with friends, study, watch movies and play sports, video games and board games. Located at the Tri-Lakes Family Y, the Young Life Teen Center features a large gym, basketball court, lounge, kitchen and stage.

Before & After School Care The Y’s Before & After School Child Care program provides children ages 5-12 with opportunities for growth and development outside of their school day through activities that are child-centered and fun!

We provide a safe, encouraging environment that promotes positive self-esteem and image, life skills, teamwork, leadership, creativity and education support.

District 11 • Academy for Advanced and Creative Learning • Audubon Elementary • Howbert Elementary • James Irwin Charter Academy • Midland Elementary • Patrick Henry Elementary • Trailblazer Elementary • Westside Community Center, serving West Elementary, Buena Vista Elementary and Midland Elementary

LOCATIONS District 12 • Gold Camp Elementary • Pinon Valley Elementary District 14 • Manitou Springs Elementary District 20 • The da Vinci Academy • Edith Wolford Elementary

District 49 • Rocky Mountain Classical Academy • Charter Global Village Academy District 38 • Bear Creek Elementary • Ray E. Kilmer Elementary • Lewis-Palmer Elementary • Palmer Lake Elementary • Prairie Winds Elementary

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SWIM Swim Team Y Swim Team promotes youth development through fun competition, sportsmanship and stroke development. Our goal is to provide youth with the best environment to improve their swimming skills, build self-confidence and achieve success.

Water Aerobics

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Teaching children how to be safe around water is a necessity. The Y’s Safety Around Water program can help you make sure they learn essential water safety skills, which can open up a world of possibilities for your child and give them confidence in and around water. A typical session includes instruction in “Jump, Push, Turn, Grab” and “Swim, Float, Swim,” two skill sets kids can use if they unexpectedly find themselves in water.

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Youth Swim Lessons & Programs Y Swim Lesson curriculum is based on a continuum that focuses on a skill-based progression that builds confidence and supports swimming skills. There are three phases. Each phase is broken into specific stages that are designed specifically for that age group based on cognitive and social ability.

Swim lessons are offered each month so you can pick a time that’s right for you!

Swim Starters

children 6-36 months Close supervision is the best way to prevent drowning.

Parents and caregivers will learn how to supervise children in the water, how to prevent accidents and plan for emergencies. This program also promotes water enrichment and aquatic readiness for children aged six months to three years.

Stage A - Water Discovery Parents accompany children in this class which introduces babies to the aquatic environment through exploration that encourages them to enjoy themselves while learning about the water.

Stage B - Water Exploration Parents are guided to work with their child to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

Swim Strokes Swim Basics

children 3-12 years Designed for preschool and elementary school children, a foundation of water safety and drowning prevention is made by teaching water adjustment and skill readiness for children from three to twelve years of age.

Stage 1 - Water Acclimation Swimmers are introduced to the pool and develop safe water habits in a fun environment.

Children develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

This stage builds the foundation for the child’s future progress.

Stage 2 - Water Movement Children are taught skills that focus on body position and control, forward movement and directional change. This stage also reinforces how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Stage 3 - Water Stamina Children focus on swimming longer distances and are introduced to rotary breathing and integrated limb action. In the event of falling into a body of water, children learn how to swim, move to safety and exit.

children 5-12 years After fundamentals are mastered, children begin to learn personal water safety, character development and build competitive stroke technique.

Stage 4 - Stroke Introduction Swimmers focus developing basic swimming strokes and personal water safety. Goals include: • Develop the frontcrawl and backcrawl strokes • Introduce components of the breaststroke and butterfly strokes • Practice safety in deep water

Stage 5 - Stroke Development Students continue to work on their stroke technique and all major competitive strokes are introduced.

Goals include: • Develop stamina in the frontcrawl and backcrawl strokes • Develop the breaststroke and butterfly strokes • Build endurance techniques for deep water safety

Stage 6 - Stroke Mechanics Students refine their stroke technique on all of the major strokes and learn about competitive swimming. Goals include: • Develop endurance in the competitive strokes • Develop skills related to competitive swimming • Enhance skills and build endurance in deep water

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SPORTS SPRING

Soccer Ages Volleyball Ages Flag Football Ages Registration Practices Begin Season (6 games)

Preschool — Grade 6 Preschool — Grade 8 Preschool — Grade 12 January 23 — March 7 Week of March 27 April 8 — May 13

SUMMER

T-Ball Ages Coach Pitch Ages Machine Pitch Ages Registration Practice Begins Season (6 games)

3-6 years old 7-10 years old 7-13 years old March 27 — May 16 Week of June 5 June 17 — July 29

Indoor/Outdoor Soccer, Flag Football, Volleyball

T-Ball and Coach Pitch, Machine Pitch Baseball

Looking for something else?

Flag Football -

Learn the basics of offense, defense, passing, running, catching and flag pulling.

Athletes play many positions and learn the duties of each.

Learn the fundamentals of soccer, as well as the importance of teamwork.

Kids will experience the game by playing different positions. Our soccer leagues are instructional and may be co-ed teams.

The Y offers many other youth sports, including wrestling, tae kwon do and gymnastics. Check with your local Y to see what other sport options are out there!

Baseball -

Soccer -

This sport combines team play and individual skills while providing children the opportunity to learn all the positions and the basics, including hitting, throwing, catching and running bases.

Basketball -

This fall/winter program is geared toward learning the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding and defense.

Volleyball -

Volleyball is an instructional league focusing on the core components of passing, serving, defense and court coverage.

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DANCE Mini Movement

Your child will experience songs, dancing and games, learning basic coordination and rhythm skills. This class allows your child to learn, follow directions and interact with others without parents and caregivers.

Dance & Gymnastics

Participating in gymnastics and dance helps kids become more active, build strength, and improve flexibility, speed, balance, coordination and discipline. Our dance classes offer a non-competitive environment for children to engage in the benefits of a high-quality program without the high prices.

Offered at select centers - check with your local Y for availability.

Camp Shady Brook

Day Camp

On the surface, Camp Shady Brook summer camp gives kids a chance to learn about nature, make new friends and get the most out of summer. But on a deeper level, our programs help kids build self-confidence and social skills while teaching them how to be compassionate, responsible leaders. We strive to give campers opportunities to find out who they are and who they want to be, and provide the tools, support and encouragement to help them become that person.

Day Camps offer enriching activities where friends are made through group games, sports and fitness, hands-on science activities, arts and crafts, music and swimming. All activities are based on a weekly camp theme. Camps provide fun, child-centered activities and opportunities for learning through discovery. Day Camps challenge children to grow in imagination, creativity, selfdirected initiative and leadership.

Ages 6–16

Ages 5–12

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Interested in volunteering?

Families, children, teens and adults can all volunteer at their local Y! Teens can earn volunteer hours helping out at Tween Nights or special events, while adults can volunteer, join a committee, join the Y board or help out with fundraising. You can also volunteer as a coach for youth sports! Check with your local Y for volunteer opportunities and ways you can give back.

Everything the Y does is in service of making us all better – ourselves, our families, and our entire community. From sports and fitness to child care and education, the Y fills the gaps where society falls short, and gives us all a place to play, learn, be healthy and give back. Whether you join the Y, donate or volunteer, you strengthen yourself and everyone around you.

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About the Y

Throughout Colorado Springs, Falcon, Fountain and Monument, the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region serves over 115,000 people in the community with over 1,000 dedicated and missionfocused staff members and volunteers.

The Y is so much more than a gym.

We’re a cause, dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. From exercise to education, volleyball to volunteerism, swim lessons to scholarships, the Y is here for all. The Y doesn’t just strengthen our bodies, it strengthens our community.

Annual Support Campaign Access for All

The Y is for all - regardless of means. The Annual Support Campaign makes it possible.

At the Y, strengthening the community is our cause. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. That’s why we focus our work in three areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Y members can feel confident knowing that they are part of an organization that cares greatly for the well-being of all. When you give to the Annual Support Campaign, you provide your neighbors with the opportunity to create a better quality of life through the Y.

Join our cause. For a Better Us. From exercise to education, volleyball to volunteerism, swim lessons to scholarships – the Y is here for all.

Give today at ppymca.org/donate.

Additional Partners

We partner with the city of Colorado Springs to serve you at Cottonwood Creek Recreation Center, Memorial Park Recreation Center, the Colorado Springs Senior Center, and three outdoor pools and a beach. Through this partnership, we are able to provide more to our members and have a greater impact on our community.

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Association Offices 316 North Tejon Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719.471.9790

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Colorado Springs Senior Center 1514 North Hancock Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719.955.3400

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Cottonwood Creek Recreation Center 3920 Dublin Boulevard Colorado Springs, CO 80918 719.385.6508

4 Downtown 207 North Nevada Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719.473.9622 5

Fountain Valley 301 East Iowa Avenue Fountain, CO 80817 719.884.2198

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Garden Ranch 2380 Montebello Drive West Colorado Springs, CO 80918 719.593.9622

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Memorial Park Recreation Center 280 South Union Boulevard Colorado Springs, CO 80910 719.385.5984

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Southeast & Armed Services 2190 Jet Wing Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80916 719.622.9622

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10 YMCA Camp Shady Brook 8716 South Y Camp Road Deckers, CO 80135 719.329.7266 campshadybrook.org

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15 Monument Valley Pool 220 Mesa Road Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719.578.6636

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16 Portal Pool 3535 North Hancock Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719.388.8287 17 Prospect Lake Beach 619 Prospect Lake Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80910 719.227.1796 18 Wilson Ranch Pool 2335 Allegheny Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80919 719.598.3226

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