North Durham YMCA program guide by The Standard Newspaper

YMCA

Community Programs Spring/Summer 2013

Mission, Vision & Values Our Mission The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity offering opportunities for personal growth, community involvement and leadership.

Our Vision Our communities will be home to the healthiest children, teens and young adults.

Our Values The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity focused on community support and development. Our aim is to provide every individual in Port Perry, Uxbridge and the Durham region with opportunities for personal growth, community involvement and leadership. As one of the largest charities in North America, we help over 400,000 people each year across the GTA live active, healthy lives. We offer a range of high-quality, flexible and fun programs for the whole family. All of our programs for children are play-based and help kids develop self-esteem as they learn new skills, make new friends and have fun.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is guided by values that inform the way we act and the decisions we make: • Caring • Health • Honesty • Inclusiveness • Respect • Responsibility

ymcagta.org/portperry Facebook.com/ymcagta askYnot.ca 1-800-223-8024

Mondays Art Adventure (2.5-5 years)

Introduction to Karate (6-13 years)

Children explore, manipulate and experiment with various sculpting materials, use an assortment of painting techniques, and create their masterpieces with a diverse selection of recyclable material. Activities foster imagination, enhance creative thinking and help children experience a sense of accomplishment. Please bring a drink and snack.

The beginner karate program is for participants ages 6 -13. Instruction will focus on sharing the basics of karate with students. Classes focus on a variety of skills and areas of personal growth, such as self-defense, self-confidence, personal discipline, respect for others and physical conditioning.

Getting back into your yoga practice can be tough after having a newborn! Get back into a regular routine and maintain a healthy practice by including your child. Not only will you get a great workout through interactive postures involving your child, you’ll enjoy the simple pleasures of bonding time with other mothers as well. With soothing relaxation techniques, you’ll leave feeling renewed, energized and with peace of mind. Please bring a water bottle.

completed the Introduction to Karate program or are 14 and up and show an aptitude for karate. Participants should be committed to putting in the level of practice needed to become proficient in this discipline. YMCA karate classes focus on a variety of skills and areas of personal growth, such as self-defense, self-confidence, personal discipline, respect for others and physical conditioning.

Intermediate Karate Child, Youth, Mommy and Me Yoga (parent and child Adult program; children 15 mths-2 years) The intermediate karate program is for participants who have

Preschool Yoga (2.5-5 years) Yoga isn’t just for adults — and this class proves it! By stimulating the growing mind and bringing a healthy practice to your child’s daily life, they’ll learn how to self-express, think positively and expand their minds. Fun yoga postures, breath work and games will bring children together in an open-minded class. Through co-operative postures we’ll inspire children to have positive peer interactions and build friendships. Please bring a water bottle.

Instructors encourage older children to test mental and physical boundaries. Children will increase fitness, flexibility and attention span. Adults, teens and children learn respect for others while they are learning physical fitness and the precepts of karate. Teens and older youth will set individual goals at their level of capability. (Gi will need to be purchased)

Kindergym 1 (2-3 years) Preschoolers increase their body awareness, coordination, flexibility and balance through physical activity. Children participate in developmentally appropriate activities, games and songs using various pieces of gymnastic equipment. Please bring a water bottle.

Kindergym 2 (4-6 years) Preschoolers increase their body awareness, coordination, flexibility and balance through physical activity. Children participate in developmentally appropriate activities, games and songs using various pieces of gymnastic equipment. Please bring a water bottle.

Spring/Summer 2013

TuEsdays My School - Get Ready for School (2-5 years) Children engage in co-operative play where the emphasis is on math, science, creative arts and literacy. They build self-confidence, independence and emotional awareness. This program will help to lay the foundation for a successful educational journey. Please provide a drink and snack.

Gymnastics 1 (6-8 years) This recreational program focuses on safe progressions of skills. Children work at their own pace while increasing physical skills on floor mats, beam and vault. Please bring a water bottle.

Gymnastics 2 (9-12 years) Building on skills learned in Gymnastics 1, this recreational program focuses on safe progressions of abilities. Children work at their own pace while increasing their physical skills on floor mats, beam and vault. Please bring a water bottle.

Ballet Level 1 (2-3 years) Children build strength, co-ordination and balance while learning beginner ballet movements. Fun is the focus in this non-competitive program. Please bring a water bottle.

Ballet Level 2 (4-5 years) Children build on flexibility, balance and co-ordination skills learned in Ballet 1. Further mastery of ballet steps will help build self-confidence and body awareness. Please bring a water bottle.

Dynamic Dance (6-10 years) For children who would like to try a variety of dance types. Dancers will be introduced to jazz, hip hop, ballet and some basic gymnastic moves. Please bring a water bottle.

Adult Fitness (Adults) A cardiovascular-based choreographed workout with both high/ low alternatives. Hand weights, resistance bands and balls will be incorporated. A great environment with small class sizes. Make friends and have fun while getting fit! Please bring a water bottle.

Y Hoops Basketball 1 (6-12 years) Children participate in a non-competitive, inclusive environment where they operate at their own level and develop skills at their own pace. Basketball fundamentals, including passing, shooting and catching, are explored while working in a team-based, fair play environment. Please bring a water bottle.

Y Hoops Basketball 2 (13-16 years) Building on skills learned in Y Hoops Basketball 1, youth participate in a non-competitive, inclusive environment where they operate at their own level and develop skills at their own pace. Basketball fundamentals, including passing, shooting and catching, are explored while working in a team-based, fair play environment. Please bring a water bottle.

Quality Child Care in Your Neighbourhood • Programs for children 2 ½ to 12 years • Open early and close late to fit your schedule • Located in many schools in your neighbourhood • Innovative YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum ymcagta.org/childcare 1-866-317-6251 YMCA Licensed Child Care Ages 2½ to 12

YMCA Before and After School Programs Ages 4 to 12

Port Perry Good Shepherd YMCA Centre 1650 Reach St., Port Perry

Port Perry S.A. Cawker YMCA Centre 16200 Old Simcoe Rd., Port Perry

Beaverton YMCA Centre 270 King St. W., Beaverton Uxbridge Reach St. YMCA Centre 141 Reach St., Uxbridge

Port Perry R.H. Cornish YMCA Centre 494 Queen St., Port Perry Uxbridge YMCA Centre 64 Victoria Dr., Uxbridge Uxbridge Joseph Gould YMCA Centre 144 Plank Lane, Uxbridge

WEdnEsdays Mini Chefs (2-5 years)

Dynamic Dance (6-10 years)

Get ready to mix, measure and create in this new children’s cooking program. Children will have lots of hands-on cooking activities and will bring home a treat each week. Please bring a drink and snack.

For children who would like to try a variety of dance types. Dancers will be introduced to jazz, hip hop, ballet and some basic gymnastic moves. Please bring a water bottle.

Tumbling Toddlers (parent and child program; 15 mths-2 years)

Y Hoops Basketball 1 (6-12 years)

Toddlers have fun with parachutes and play on a variety of gym equipment including climbing trestles, beam, box horse, springboard and floor mats.

Children participate in a non-competitive, inclusive environment where they operate at their own level and develop skills at their own pace. Basketball fundamentals, including passing, shooting and catching, are explored while working in a team-based, fair play environment. Please bring a water bottle.

Preschool Gym (2-5 years)

Y Hoops Basketball 2 (13-16 years)

Children play in an action packed gym program designed to develop flexibility, coordination and agility. Equipment includes beam, vault, floor mats and parachute. Please bring a drink and snack.

Ballet Level 1 (2-3 years) Children build strength, co-ordination and balance while learning beginner ballet movements. Fun is the focus in this non-competitive program. Please bring a water bottle.

Building on skills learned in Y Hoops Basketball 1, youth participate in a non-competitive, inclusive environment where they operate at their own level and develop skills at their own pace. Basketball fundamentals, including passing, shooting and catching, are explored while working in a team-based, fair play environment. Please bring a water bottle.

You’re the Chef – All New Recipes (6-12 years) Nutrition is the focus of this fun, interactive program. Children build the skills and confidence necessary to prepare healthy, tasty recipes emphasizing vegetables and fruit. Reading labels and recipes assist children in learning about healthy eating and food preparation. They’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy their creations together in an inclusive, relaxed environment.

Co-ed Volleyball (18+) This recreational program helps participants develop fundamental volleyball skills and sportsmanship while promoting teamwork in an active, fun environment. Please bring a water bottle.

YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP)

Learn to Run (16-18 years; 18+) Whether you exercise regularly or don’t run at all these clinics can you get started! This is a progressive learn-to-run program for fun and fitness. Set your sights on a goal and work to achieve it. Over 12 weeks, participants follow a walk/run program and the instructor will provide weekly training schedules. You’ll work your way up to running a 2-10 km distance.

Making Informed Choices Free YMCA YGAP workshops empower youth to make informed choices about gambling. Workshops are available for: • Schools • Parents • Youth service providers

• Youth groups • Teachers

905-903-5995 ymcagta.org/gambling

“Helping Children Grow in Durham”

Port Perry Young Parents Support Group When: Wednesday 10:00am to 1:30pm Where: Port Perry United Church What: Community Kitchen and Parenting Supports For more information contact: 1-800-214-7163

Spring/Summer 2013

Thursdays My School – Get Ready for School (2-5 years) Children engage in co-operative play where the emphasis is on math, science, creative arts and literacy. They build self-confidence, independence and emotional awareness. This program will help to lay the foundation for a successful educational journey. Please provide a drink and snack.

Outdoor Soccer FIT (6-12 years) Kids will love this soccer program! They’ll practice the fundamentals of soccer, including ball control, passing, shooting, dribbling, throw-ins, defense and goalie skills. Each session focuses on skill development and provides a fun opportunity to apply skills in a game environment. We promote activity and encourage participation regardless of ability level. We also encourage fair play, cooperation and teamwork. Please bring a water bottle.

Babysitter Training Canada Safety Council Program (11+) Participants must be 12 years of age within the calendar year. Students learn about: • Child development and behavioural problems • Nutrition • Rights and responsibilities • Caring for the child • The sick child • Safety and basic first aid • Handling emergencies • Games and play activities • Children with special needs • Advice for parents

FRIdays Babysitter Training (continued) Course includes final assignment and exam, a student reference manual and a wallet certification card upon successful completion. A parent information sheet on whether your youth is ready to babysit is included.

Bookworm Fridays – Alphabet Adventures (2-5years) In this literacy enrichment program, each week children explore a new book that provides the theme for activities. Emphasis is on nurturing learning and social skills while developing literacy and encouraging children to express their ideas. Please bring a drink and snack.

Tumbling Artist (parent and child program; 15 mths-2 years) The gym is filled with equipment for your toddler to explore and while developing gross motor skills, social skills and cooperation. See how your child explores his or her creativity when engaging in the weekly craft project and sensory activities.

Junior World of Sports (3-6 years) Floor hockey, soccer, volleyball and games are part of this fun and exciting non-competitive program. Children build self-esteem and become more confident in sports play. Please bring a water bottle.

My gym. My community.

Achieve your health and fitness goals! Get healthy and have fun with: • Over 60 drop-in fitness classes • One-on-one fitness coaching • Drop-in child and youth programs • Swim lessons Visit ymcagta.org/trytheY for a two-week trial membership!

Oshawa Mary St. YMCA Centre 99 Mary Street North Oshawa

905-438-0822 ymcagta.org/durham

Spring/Summer 2013

Trinity United Church Uxbridge RH Cornish P.S. Port Perry

RH Cornish P.S. Port Perry

Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry

Preschool Yoga 2.5 - 5 years (Please bring Yoga mat) Introduction to 6 - 13 years Karate

Child, Youth, Adult

Intermediate Karate

Kindergym 1 2 - 3 years

Kindergym 2 4 - 6 years

Preschool Yoga 2.5 - 5 years

6 - 10 years

Dynamic Dance

April 8-June 24 1:30-2:30 p.m.

April 8-June 10 6:45-7:45 p.m.

April 8-June 10 6-6:30 p.m.

April 8-June 10 7-8 p.m.

April 8-June 10 6-6:45 p.m.

April 9-June 11 7-8 p.m. April 9-June 25 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Y Hoops 13 - 16 years Quaker Village P.S. Uxbridge Basketball 2 My School - 2 - 5 years Uxbridge Reach St. Get Ready for YMCA Centre School Uxbridge

April 9-June 25 9:45-10:45 a.m. April 9-June 11 6-6:45 p.m.

Fidelity Masonic Hall Port Perry

April 9-June 11 7:15-8 p.m.

April 9-June 11 6-6:30 p.m. April 9-June 11 6:40-7:10 p.m.

April 9-June 11 7-7:45 p.m.

April 9-June 11 6-6:45 p.m.

April 9-June 25 9:30-11:30 a.m.

6 - 12 years Quaker Village P.S. Uxbridge

Y Hoops Basketball 1

Adults

Uxbridge P.S. Uxbridge P.S.

2 - 3 years 4 - 5 years

Ballet 1 Ballet 2

Adult Fitness

RH Cornish P.S. Port Perry

Gymnastics 2 9 - 12 years

Uxbridge P.S.

RH Cornish P.S. Port Perry

6 - 8 years

Gymnastics 1

Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry

$72 - 11 weeks

$143 - 11 weeks

$156 - 12 weeks

$65 - 10 weeks

$60 - 10 weeks

$99 + HST - 12 weeks

$75 - 10 weeks

$50 - 10 weeks

$75 - 10 weeks

$156 - 12 weeks

$72 - 11 weeks

$68 - 9 weeks

$45 - 9 weeks

$90 - 9 weeks

$67 - 9 weeks

April 8-June 24 $72 - 11 weeks 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

April 8-June 24 9:30-10:30 a.m.

April 8-June 24 9:30-11:30 a.m.

TUESDAYS

Trinity United Church Uxbridge

Mommy and 15 mths-2 years Me Yoga (Please (parent-child bring Yoga mat) program)

My School - 2 - 5 years Get Ready for School

Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry

Art Adventure 2.5 - 5 years

Program

(No Program Monday, May 20, 2013) Age Date/Time Location Fee

MONDAYS Age

Bookworm 2 - 5 years Fridays-Alphabet Adventures Tumbling 15 mths-2 years Artist (parent-child program) Junior World of 3 - 6 years Sports

My School - Get 2 - 5 years Ready for School My School - Get 2 - 5 years Ready for School Babysitter 11+ years Training Outdoor 6 - 12 years Soccer FIT

Mini Chefs 2 - 5 years Tumbling 15 mths-2 years Toddlers (parent-child program) Ballet 1 2 - 3 years Ballet 2 4 - 5 years Dynamic 6 - 10 years Dance Y Hoops 6 - 12 years Basketball 1 Y Hoops 13 - 16 years Basketball 2 Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the Chef 6 - 12 years - Dinner Club All New Recipes Learn to Run 1 16 - 18 years Learn to Run 2 18+ years Preschool Gym 2 - 5 years

Program

April 12-June 21 9:30-10:30a.m.

Trinity United Church Uxbridge Trinity United Church, Uxbridge

$72 - 11 weeks

$143 - 11 weeks

$56 - 8 weeks

$64 - 8 weeks

$156 - 12 weeks

April 12-June 21 $72 - 11 weeks 11a.m.-12p.m.

April 12-June 21 9:30-11:30a.m.

April 11-June 27 9:30-11:30a.m. April 11-June 27 9:30-11:30a.m. May 2-June 20 6:30-8 p.m. May 2-June 20 6:15-7:45 p.m.

Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry

FRIDAYS

Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry Uxbridge Reach St. YMCA Centre, Uxbridge Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry

$120- 12 weeks

$65- 10 weeks

$60- 10 weeks

$75- 10 weeks

$50 - 10 weeks

$78 - 12 weeks

$156 - 12 weeks

Fee

April 10-June 26 $50+HST - 12 weeks 5:45-6:45 p.m. April 10-June 26 $60+HST - 12 weeks 7-8 p.m. April 10-June 26 $118+HST - 12 weeks 10:30 -12 p.m.

April 10-June 12 6-6:30 p.m. April 10-June 12 6:40-7:10 p.m. April 10-June 12 7:15-9 p.m. April 10-June 12 6-6:45 p.m. April 10-June 12 7-7:45 p.m. April 10-June 26 5-7 p.m.

April 10-June 26 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 10-June 26 9 -10 a.m.

Date/Time

THURSDAYS

Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry Trinity United Church Uxbridge

Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry Trinity United Church Uxbridge R.H. Cornish P.S. Port Perry R.H. Cornish P.S. Port Perry R.H. Cornish P.S. Port Perry S.A. Cawker P.S. Port Perry S.A. Cawker P.S. Port Perry Good Shepherd C.S. Port Perry

Location

WEDNESDAYS

BABYSITTER TRAINING SUMMER 2013 • Child development and dealing with behaviours • Nutrition • Handling emergencies • Games and play activities • Advice for parents

Location

Date/Time

$100

Fee

Location Date/Time

2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. July 2-July 5

Age Full day: $108 Half day: $56 Extended Care: 7:30-9 a.m. 4:00-6:00 p.m. $32/week

Fee

After an introduction to basic dance steps, kids learn a simple choreographed routine. Explore different ways to make music through fun and games!

Extended Care: 7:30-9 a.m. 4-6 p.m. $40/week

Dance, Dance, Dance 2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. July 8-July 12 Get ready to move and groove! Port Perry 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Full day: $135 Children develop coordination, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $70 rhythm, balance and flexibility.

Bring your lab coat and magnifying Port Perry 9 a.m.-4 p.m. glass and we will have a week of 9 a.m.-12 p.m. exploration! Activities include: • Make a soda bottle greenhouse • Make paper • Explore your sense of smell • Make a worm hotel • Bubble science • Water experiments • Ice art • Magnetic attraction experiments • Exploring the life cycles of a frog

Mad Scientist

Program

Get ready for some fun! YMCA Junior Summer Club programs offer a variety of activities for young children in a fun, play-based, safe and nurturing environment. Children will enjoy the arts, sensory and gross motor activities, science and technology, language and literacy, songs, outdoor activities and daily water activities. All children must bring a peanut-free lunch, snacks, water bottle, running shoes and clothing appropriate for weather.

YMCA Junior Summer Club Summer 2013

Babysitter 11+ years Good Shepherd C.S. July 8-July 12 Training Port Perry 9:30-12:30 p.m. Babysitter 11+ years Uxbridge Reach St. July 15-July 19 Training YMCA Centre, Uxbridge 9:30-12:30 p.m. Babysitter 11+ years Good Shepherd C.S. August 12-August 16 Training Port Perry 9:30-12:30 p.m.

Program Age

Course includes final assignment and exam, a student reference manual and a wallet certification card upon successful completion.

• Rights and responsibilities • Caring for the child • Safety and basic first aid • The sick child • Children with special needs

Participants must be 12 years of age within the calendar year. Students learn about:

Age Location Date/Time

Fee

2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. July 22-July 26

$40/week

Extended Care: 7:30-9 a.m. 4-6 p.m. $40/week

2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. Aug. 12-Aug. 16

$40/week

Extended Care: 7:30-9 a.m. 4-6 p.m. $40/week

developing basic sports skills.

basketball, lacrosse, balloon volleyball and t-ball! Our Olympic week emphasizes fair play, team work and sportsmanship while

Extended Care: 7:30-9 a.m. 4-6 p.m. $40/week

Summer Olympics 2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. Aug. 26-Aug. 30 Children try their hands at Port Perry 9 am.-4 p.m. Full day: $135 sports including hockey, soccer, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $70

Watch out - the Very Hungry caterpillar will be joining us on our adventures!

Creepy Crawlers 2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. Aug. 19-Aug. 23 Children enjoy bug catching, nature Port Perry 9 am.-4 p.m. Full day: $135 hikes and exploring bug terrariums. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $70

We start the week with setting up Port Perry 9 am.-4 p.m. Full day: $135 our tents, then enjoy some fishing, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $70 stargazing with flashlights and Extended Care: making a campfire with an old CD, 7:30-9 a.m. Who knew you could make s’mores in a pizza box? 4-6 p.m.

A Camping We Will Go!

For example, we’ll whip up a batch of pancakes when we read If you Give a Pig a Pancake and spaghetti and meatballs when we read Cloudy with a chance of Meatballs. Perhaps we’ll make green eggs and ham Play-Doh style!

Books Meet Mini-Chefs 2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. Aug. 6-Aug. 9 Get ready to read, mix, measure and Port Perry 9 am.-4 p.m. Full day: $108 pour! We’ll be making recipes that 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $56 correspond with children’s books.

and a solar system mobile. Explore cosmic slime, cloud dough and Oreo moon phases!

Zoom, Zoom, Zoom 2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. July 29-Aug. 2 - We’re Going to the Moon Port Perry 9 am.-4 p.m. Full day: $135 Space explorers will make jet packs 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $70

Celebrate Halloween, Christmas, Port Perry 9 am.-4 p.m. Full day: $135 un-birthday day filled with cake and 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $70 party games, the first day of winter Extended Care: and National Ice Cream Day. Five 7:30-9 a.m. days of fun-filled adventure – in July! 4-6 p.m.

Five Days of Holidays

Turn back the clock 200 million years Port Perry 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Full day: $135 as your budding paleontologist 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Half day: $70 uncovers a world forgotten by time! Extended Care: Children take part in a hands-on 7:30-9 a.m. paleontology dig, making volcanoes, 4-6 p.m. fossil discoveries, and creating a $40/week wooden dinosaur replica!

Who Let the Dinosaurs Out? 2.5 - 6 years Good Shepherd C.S. July 15-July 19

Program

YMCA Junior Summer Club Summer 2013

March Break Programs 2013 Get ready for some fun! YMCA March Break programs offer a variety of developmentally appropriate activities for young children in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. Children have the opportunity to experience different activities such as arts and sensory, gross motor activities, science and technology, and language and literacy all in a play based environment.

MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS 2013 Age

Program

Location

Date/Time

Fee

Teddy Bear 2.5 - 5 years Good Shepherd Monday, March 11 C.S. Picnic 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$20 per person ½ day

Indoor Snow 2.5 - 5 years Good Shepherd Tuesday, March 12 C.S. Carnival 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

$20 per person ½ day

Beach 2.5 - 5 years Good Shepherd Wednesday, March 13 C.S. Party 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Port Perry

$20 per person ½ day

Bring your favourite Teddy Bear for a check -up at our Teddy clinic

Port Perry

Make your designer mittens to take home

Wear your best beach gear under your clothes

Indoor 2.5 - 5 years Good Shepherd Thursday, March 14 C.S. Camp Out 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Port Perry Make your own s’mores oven to take home

P.J. 2.5 - 5 years Good Shepherd Friday, March 15 C.S. Party 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dress up in your P.J.’s and bring a pillowcase to decorate

Port Perry

$20 per person ½ day $20 per person ½ day

Learn to Play GOLF! FUTURE LINKS JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS Junior Golf Camps run weekly in July and August 5 Days of Instruction Ages 6 & up

GOLF CLINICS

Clinics begin in May and are great for both beginner and advanced golfers. Future Links Junior Clinics, Ladies, Seniors & Couples Clinics, Short/Scoring Clinics

REGISTER NOW! N Let our fully certiied PGA of Canada Teaching Professionals make you the best that you can be at this wonderful game!

905-852-4379 WOODENSTICKS.COM

Spring/Summer 2013

Children Learn, Grow and Have Fun! YMCA Port Perry Ontario Early Years Centre • Ages birth to six years • Free programs and services for children and caregivers/parents • Drop-in play opportunities, registered programs, services and supports

Visit www.ontarioearlyyears.ca for monthly program calendars.

905-985-2824 New location: R. H. Cornish Public School 494 Queen Street, Port Perry

Durham Region Ontario Early Years Centres YMCA Pickering: 905-839-3007 YMCA Ajax: 905-619-4565 YMCA Whitby: 905-666-4794 YWCA Durham: 905-723-9922 YMCA Newcastle: 905-987-6914 YMCA Bowmanville: 905-697-3171 Durham Farm and Rural Family Resources (DFRFR) Uxbridge: 905-862-3131

Discover Your Potential Find the job you want with:

• Individualized support and consultations • Workshops in resume writing, interview skills and more • Access to computers, Wi-Fi, printers, fax machines and other resources

Call now or drop in for a consultation! Pickering Kingston Rd. YMCA Centre

Whitby Garden St. YMCA Centre

1550 Kingston Rd., Unit 6 (Hwy. 2 and Valley Farm Rd.) Pickering

3000 Garden St., Unit 100A (Garden St. and Rossland Rd.) Whitby

905-427-7670

905-668-0044

Every kid deserves a chance

Your gift will change a life. There are children, teens and young adults in our community who need your support.

ymcagta.org/findwork

strongkids.ca

Where kids can explore summer At Port Perry Queen St. YMCA Day Camp kids 6-15 will have an experience they won’t forget! Your child will: • Make new friends • Stay active • Discover the world around them

ymcagta.org/daycamps

1-877-303-2267

Spring/Summer 2013

YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO • Phone 1-800-223-8024 • Fax 416-928-2030 • Online www.ymcagta.org//econnect • In person at Port Perry Good Shepherd YMCA Centre, 1650 Reach Street, Port Perry PROGRAM AGREEMENT & REGISTRATION FORM Welcome and thank you for choosing the YMCA. Please review the following information carefully and complete the Participant and Contact Information below. This agreement requires your signature.

Program Description The YMCA invites you to join in a variety of quality programs geared towards families, children and adults. Please initial here _________ acknowledging you have received a brochure which contains specific program, time and fee information and other important information about YMCA services you have purchased.

Participant Information (please complete) First and last name: Male

Female

Date of Birth:

Emergency contact name:

Age:

Home Tel:

If Participant is a Child: Health Card number (Optional): Allergies/medical conditions:

Contact Information (please complete) First name:

Last name:

Street address:

City/prov/postal code:

Home tel.:

Work tel.:

Email address:

Program (see brochure)

Location

Date/time

(see brochure)

Fee

Total Fee (incl. GST): $

GENERAL INFORMATION LOCATIONS Fidelity Masonic Hall 1722 Scugog St. Port Perry

Quaker Village P.S. 295 Brock St. W Uxbridge

Port Perry Good Shepherd YMCA Centre (Good Shepherd C.S.) 1650 Reach St. Port Perry

Port Perry R.H. Cornish YMCA Centre (R.H. Cornish P.S.) 494 Queen St. Port Perry

Immaculate Conception C.S. Trinity United Church 1722 Scugog St. 20 First Ave. Port Perry Uxbridge

Port Perry S.A. Cawker YMCA Centre (S.A. Cawker P.S.) 16200 Old Simcoe Rd. N. Port Perry Uxbridge YMCA Centre (Uxbridge P.S.) 64 Victoria St. Uxbridge

Uxbridge Secondary School 127 Planks Lane Uxbridge Uxbridge Reach St. YMCA Centre (Uxbridge YMCA Child Care) 141 Reach St. Uxbridge

Please register early! Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis with limited space available in many programs. Register now to avoid disappointment. • Registration must be received at least two days prior to start date. • A receipt confirming your registration will be sent to your mailing address. • For pre-school programs (2 /₂ to 5 years), children attend on their own and participate independently from parents, unless otherwise indicated. • HST is added to adult programming only (14+ years).

REGISTRATION OPTIONS AND INFORMATION Payment options: VISA/MasterCard/Amex/Cheque Online (credit card only): www.ymcagta.org//econnect By phone: 1-800-223-8024 By fax: 416-928-2030 In person: Port Perry Good Shepherd YMCA Centre

1650 Reach Street, Port Perry

PROGRAM ASSISTANCE

Financial support is available to those individuals or families that are unable to pay the full fee for YMCA programs. To request financial assistance or for more information, call 289-928-0600.

YMCA CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

The YMCA reserves the right to cancel any program or change published dates and/or times. For refunds, a written request must be reviewed prior to the second class and a prorated refund minus a $25 administrative fee will be granted. If we cancel a program, a full refund is granted. Minimum and maximum participant numbers apply to all programs. Refunds will not be given for days missed as a result of illness, vacation or any other reason. A $30 charge will be applied to all NSF cheques.

YMCA EMPLOYMENT AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Working or volunteering for the YMCA offers a unique experience and opportunity for personal growth through service to others. For more information, please call 289-928-0600.

ymcagta.org/portperry 289-928-0600

Spring/Summer 2013