Shawnessy YMCA Fall Program Guide 2016

YMCA CALGARY

FALL PROGRAM GUIDE

LEADERSHIP

CERTIFICATIONS

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

AQUATICS

HEALTH & FITNESS

SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2016

BUILD YOUR ACTIVE LIFE HERE.

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TEACHERS’ CONVENTION

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YMCA CALGARY IS a hard working chairitable organization. Our mission is to promote the spiritual, mental, physical and social development of individuals and to foster a sense of responsibility in the community.

Fees for programs, services, admissions and memberships are invested right back into the organization to help maintain facilities, deliver programs, and provide fee assistance to those in need.

Some of our community outreach programs include: • • • • • •

Aboriginal programs Leadership programs At-risk youth programs Math tutoring programs English as a second language programs New Canadian settlement programs

Our fee assistance program helps support Calgarians with: • • •

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Program fees Overnight and day camp fees Membership fees

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OUR PROGRAMS HELP Ou

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Children & Youth

Adults & Seniors

Develop physical literacy

Belong to a positive community

YMCA programs include intentional activities that help build physical literacy to help kids be active and confident in whatever activity or sport they choose.

Our facilities are filled with people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds. Our programs create opportunities to build positive relationships with like-minded, active people.

It’s proven that people who are physically literate are more likely to be active for life (see more about physical literacy on page 4).

Become socially responsible Through our values of respect, honesty, responsibility and caring, we teach kids to respect themselves, others and the environment in which they learn and play.

Participating with others provides a powerful combination of support, accountability, and motivation to stay active and helps build healthy communities.

Be active for life We offer accessible programs and facillities that help develop and sustain healthy and active lifestyles.

Develop life skills Kids learn social skills, how to be independent and to make good choices. We foster individual development through group learning, challenge and fun.

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AND HELP BUILD HAPPY, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES.

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There are currently...

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Health & fitness facilities in Calgary

MELCOR YMCA AT CROWFOOT

GRAY FAMILY SADDLETOWNE EAU CLAIRE YMCA YMCA

Outdoor camp facilities (one in Calgary ‘s southwest and one in Bow Valley Provincial Park just west of Calgary)

SOUTH HEALTH CAMPUS YMCA

REMINGTON YMCA IN QUARRY PARK

OPEN FOR TOURS IN JUNE & OFFICIALLY OPENS JULY 1, 2016!

CAMP RIVEREDGE

CAMP CHIEF HECTOR YMCA

SET TO OPEN AUGUST 2016!

And more facilities opening soon...

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New health & fitness facliities in Calgary

YMCA IN ROCKY RIDGE

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2018

YMCA IN SETON

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New dedicated child development centre in Calgary’s southeast

2016

QUARRY PARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

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Physical Literacy Have you heard of the term physical literacy?

We don’t take the term lightly.

Physical literacy means developing the foundational skills and confidence required to participate in regular physical activity and play a sport. YMCA programs include intentional activities that help build physical literacy to allow your child to participate in whatever activity or sport they choose.

Those who are physically literate are comfortable in all physical environments: on the ground (eg. running, throwing balls); in the water (eg. swimming); on snow and ice (eg. skating and skiing); in the air (eg. moving in the air without support - ie., jumping/ spinning in the air); and in the outdoors (eg. movement on uneven surfaces).

Start Early.

It’s important to build a foundation of physical literacy. The early years are the best time to start. You can continue to build these skills through life.

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Be active for life.

It’s proven that people who are physically literate are more likely to be active for life.

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Ages & Stages

Start by developing a good base of foundational skills.

Developing physical literacy skills is progressive, and different at each developmental stage.

> In these stages, youth can begin to develop sport-specific skills (while still continuing to build physical literacy skills).

BOYS 0 - 6 GIRLS 0 - 6 Learn basic movement skills and link them together to play.

Develop habits for being active.

BOYS 6 - 9 GIRLS 6 - 8 Learn fundamental movement skills and build agility, balance and coordination.

BOYS 9- 12 GIRLS 8- 11 Convert fundamental movement skills to fundamental sport- specific skillls.

Once a foundation of skills is built, youth can choose to build skills to participate in competitive sport.

BOYS 12-16 GIRLS 11 - 15

BOYS 16 - 23 GIRLS 15 - 21

BOYS 19 GIRLS 18+

TRAIN TO TRAIN

TRAIN TO COMPETE Train to solidify sportspecific/position-specific skills and physical capabilities.

TRAIN TO WIN

Build aerobic base and consolidate sport-specific skills.

Refine skills with the ultimate goal to win.

OR skip competitive sport and simply choose physical activities to be active for life.

Once a good foundation of physical literacy is built, anyone can confidently participate in a variety of sports and activities - with the goal of being active for life!

AGES 12+ ACTIVE FOR LIFE

Life-long participation in a variety of sport or recreational activities.

Are your kids physically literate?

Take the physical literacy quiz:

http://activeforlife.com/educating-parents-physical-literacy

Physical literacy stages have been adapted from the Active for Life and Canadian Sport for Life models.

Active for Life is a non-profit organization committed to helping parents raise happy, healthy, physically literate kids. For more information on physical literacy, please visit activeforlife.com.

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Canadian Sport for Life is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a clearer path to better sport, greater health, and higher achievement in Canada. For more information please visit canadiansportforlife.ca.

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REMINGTON YMCA A FULLY EQUIPPED HEALTH & RECREATION FACILITY IN QUARRY PARK

We are grateful for the support of our many community partners who are as committed to building healthy, active communities as we are.

THANK YOU for to our partners for investing in the health of all Calgarians.

City of Calgary The City of Calgary owned and built 100,000 sq. ft. building is now home to a health and recreation facility operated by the YMCA. Following through on the City’s commitment to provide all Calgarians access to health and recreation, the facility will be in close proximity to city transit, CTrain, and will connect to existing pathways - opening access to surrounding neighbourhoods and business parks.

Remington YMCA Remington Development Corporation, the facility’s named sponsor, is one of Calgary’s premier developers and is developing the Quarry Park residential areas and business park. Remington’s investment in the success of the facility will help support their vision to build communities in which people can live, work and play.

Ecco Recycling and Energy Corporation An organization dedicated to protecting the environment, Ecco Recycling & Energy Corporation is invested in the health of future generations. Ecco has partnered with YMCA Calgary to create the new Child Development Centre at the Remington YMCA. They believe YMCA’s current focus on the Power of Potential could not be more important than in the development of our youngest citizens.

Lafarge On a mission to build better cities, Lafarge has contributed to the creation of the Remington YMCA - from conception to construction. A responsible community partner, Larfarge uses sustainable construction practices and donates 10,000 employee volunteer hours in Western Canada.

Norton Rose Fulbright A global law firm with strong roots in the Calgary community, Norton Rose Fulbright is helping the YMCA through financial and volunteer support. Norton Rose Fulbright believes in giving back to the community in which it works. The law firm believes that Remington YMCA is a direct example of the YMCA’s ability to grow with the needs of the community.

For a full list of our valued community-minded partners, please visit our Power of Potential campaign site at ymcapowerofpotential.ca.

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CONTENTS ADMISSIONS & MEMBERSHIPS ......8 CHILD DEVELOPMENT & CARE........10

Child Minding,.........................................................................................10 Childcare & Preschool...........................................................................11 New Child Development Centres.....................................................13

AQUATICS............................................14 LESSON & LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS..........................................................16 PRESCHOOL.................................................................................................18 CHILDREN & YOUTH..................................................................................20 ADULTS............................................................................................ 22 LEADERSHIP.................................................................................... 22

CLIMBING............................................24 PRESCHOOL.................................................................................................26 CHILDREN & YOUTH..................................................................................26 ADULTS............................................................................................ 26 SPECIAL EVENTS............................................................................ 26

A GOOD READ. LEARN MORE ABOUT YMCA CALGARY AND PHYSICAL LITERACY ON PAGES 2 - 5.

HEALTH & FITNESS........................... 28 PRESCHOOL................................................................................. 30 ADMISSIONS & MEMBERSHIPS 832 CHILDREN & YOUTH...................................................................

YOUTH OUTDOOR...................................................................... 42

CHILD DEVELOPMENT & CARE 10 YOUTH LEADERSHIP..................................................................

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Child Minding 10 ADULTS.........................................................................................

35 Childcare, Preschool PERSONAL TRAINING ................................................................11 38 New Child Development Centres 12 FITNESS LEADERSHIP/CERTIFICATION...................................

39 DROP-IN FITNESS........................................................................ 40

AQUATICS 14

PRE-SCHOOL 18 CHILDREN & YOUTH 20 LEADERSHIP/CERTIFICATION....... 22 ADULTS 22 AQUATIC LEADERSHIP/CERTIFICATION.......................................21 LEADERSHIP 22 YOUTH LEADERSHIP...........................................................................34 FITNESS LEADERSHIP/CERTIFICATION.........................................39 CLIMBING 24 PRE-SCHOOL 26 CHILDREN & YOUTH 26 ADULTS 27 As a program participant, SPECIAL EVENTS 27 you will benefit from the

INSIDER TIPS

motivation of an instructor and the support and accountability of a group.

YMCA programs include intentional, progressive skills and challenge so that you will continue to improve.

PROGRAM FEES

HOW TO REGISTER

Both a member and non-member cost is listed under each program. YMCA members receive a discount on programs.

ONLINE Fast and convenient, YMCA Online allows you to register anytime, anywhere.

Visit ymcacalgary. org/registration.

M = Member price NM = Non-Member price

FREE REGISTERED PROGRAMS YMCA Calgary offers a variety of health, wellness, and leadership programs free of charge. Taking advantage of our free programs is a great way to get the most out of your YMCA. Look for the following symbols in the guide to find out which programs are free: Free for YMCA members

Free for everyone

FREE DROP-IN CLASSES Drop-in fitness and aquatic classes are free with admission and membership. For drop-in fitness descriptions and schedules visit www.ymcacalgary.org.

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BY PHONE A member services representative can take your registration over the phone. Call any one of our YMCA locations to register.

IN-PERSON Visit member services at any YMCA location. A member services representative will be happy to process your registration.

WHEN TO REGISTER Programs fill quickly. Registering on or shortly after the registration opening date will increase your chances of getting into your preferred program(s).

Members receive advanced program registration.

Member Registration starts: Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Non-Member Registration starts: Tuesday, August 9, 2016

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ADMISSIONS & MEMBERSHIPS DROP-IN ADMISSIONS

MULTI-VISIT CARDS

DROP-IN 5 VISITS 10 VISITS ADULT (18Y+)

$14.25 $71.25 $128.20

SENIOR (65Y+)

$ 8.10

$40.50

$ 72.90

YOUNG ADULT (18 - 25Y)

$ 9.75

$48.75

$ 87.90

YOUTH (12Y - 17Y)

$ 7.90

$39.50

$ 71.10

CHILD (0 - 11Y)

$ 4.85

$24.25

FAMILY*

$27.25 -

DID YOU

KNOW?

You only need to visit five times each month to cover the cost of your monthly membership fee.

$ 43.60

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* Family includes 2 adults and children 17 years and under who reside in the same household.

MEMBERSHIPS (monthly fees)

It’s proven that people who hold a gym membership are more likely to visit the gym more often. Now that’s motivation.

PRICE FREEZE. YMCA Calgary will not increase membership fees in 2016!

Membership fees withdrawn monthly (no contract or withdrawal fees).

GENERAL PLUS ADULT (18Y+) $71.40 MEN $97.65 ADD A WOMEN $97.65

DEPENDENT

TO YOUR SENIOR (65Y+) $48.55 MEN $75.60

WOMEN $75.60

MEMBERSHIP FOR A NOMINAL FEE.

DEPENDENT

YOUNG ADULT (18 - 25Y) $25.40 YOUTH (12Y - 17Y)

$ 7.35

YOUTH PLUS (12Y - 17Y) $15.05

YOUNG ADULT (18 - 25Y)

$53.55

YOUTH (12Y - 17Y)

$34.40

CHILD (0 - 11Y)

$29.15

LOCKER ROOM LUXURY

GRADE 6

FREE (details below)

Treat yourself to acces to Men our Womens’ Plus Locker Room

New member joining fee: There is a one-time $75 joining fee charged to general and plus memberships (one per household). This non-refundable fee supports operational excellence and ongoing upgrades to equipment and facilities.

Financial assistance is available for individuals and families who are unable to pay full fees. For details or to apply, please visit www.ymcacalgary.org/financialassistance.

Our prices vary between locations. Please visit www.ymcacalgary.org for details.

CHILD (0 - 11Y)

$ 4.20

A Plus Membershp gives you access to our Plus Locker Rooms which includes all the extras like towel service, steam room, hot tub, tote storage and more.

You can upgrade to a Plus Membership any time.

CALGARY FLAMES GRADE 6

YMCA MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM EVERY GRADE 6 STUDENT IN CALGARY GETS A FREE YMCA MEMBERSHIP AND ACTIVE PROGRAMMING. AS A GRADE 6 MEMBER, YOU WILL

GET ACTIVE BE INDEPENDENT

BE SOCIALLY RESPONS IBLE BECOME A LEADER MAKE CONN ECTIO NS

Through the generous support of the Calgary Flames Foundation, YMCA Calgary provides grade 6 students with a full-year membership and special programming for FREE! You’ll practice independence and leadership in a safe and positive place that promotes the Y’s values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring.

As a Calgary Flames grade 6 YMCA member, you’ll have free access to all six Calgary locations any time throughout your grade 6 year (until August 31).

BELONG GROW THRIVE LEAD

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GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR Y.

MEMBER BENEFITS

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Access to six YMCAs in Calgary and across Canada Free consultations with our certified fitness professionals Access to more than 100 FREE drop-in fitness classes across the city each week FREE child minding for up to 2 hours a day, 3 times/week for children ages 6 weeks to 35 months No contract or withdrawal fees Free and discounted registered programs Advanced program registration FREE introductory climbing course at Saddletowne, Shawnessy and South Health Campus YMCAs Discounted drop-in admission rates for your guests FREE access for a guest on the fifth of every month

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CHILD MINDING

see full details on page 10

THINKING ABOUT PURCHASING A YMCA MEMBERSHIP?

TAKE A TOUR. A facility tour is a great way to learn more about YMCA memberships, programs, services and facilities. You’ll get the information you need to make an informed decision.

Drop by or book a tour today!

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MEMBER NON-MEMBER MULTIPLE VISITOR?

6 WEEKS - 35 MONTHS

FREE*

$3.75

3 - 10 YEARS

$3.75

$5.75

For convenience, a $30 multi-visit card can also be purchased.

* Members receive free child minding for up to 2 hours a day, 3 times/week for children ages 6 weeks to 35 months.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE is available for those who are unable to pay the full child minding fee.

Please visit www.ymca.org/financial assistance for details.

Not in Grade 6?

You can still join in on the fun at our Flames Friday youth night.

DROP IN TO FL AMES F RIDAY For youth ag es 8 - 17 Fridays 1 - 8

pm

CALGARY As a YMCA Corporate Partner, your organization will receive discounts for your employees and their families on YMCA memberships, programs and more!

Good for business.

Good for families.

Good for you.

years

Contact your local YMCA for details.

JUST $4

Use the faci or participatlities, join a sporty gam Check schede in a planned activity. e, ules at your or visit: local YMCA www.ymca

CORPORATE

calgary.org/

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DOWNLOAD

OUR NEW APP

Check drop-in schedules

View online program guides

Receive news & event updates

GET IT FREE Search “YMCA Calgary” on Google Play or the App Store

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CHILD MINDING We believe that positive experiences in the early years have life-long impact.

Our Child Minding care providers are passionate about creating a fun, safe, and comfortable environment for infants and children during their stay.

All caregivers have up-to-date police security clearance and are required to complete YMCA Calgary’s Early Years Training Program. Our training program supports our caregivers in applying best practices heathy child development and playbased learning techniques into everything they do.

FREE

CHILD MINDING FOR MEMBERS Members receive free child minding for up to 2 hours a day, 3 times/week for children ages 6 weeks to 35 months.

Visit ymcacalgary.org/childminding or see our app for hours and contact information.

OUR CHILD MINDING SERVICE PROVIDES SHORT-TERM CARE FOR INFANTS AND CHILDREN WHILE YOU WORK ON STAYING HEALTHY AND ACTIVE AT THE Y. AGES •

Infants and children ages 6 weeks to 10 years

BOOKING DETAILS •

Child Minding can be booked for a maximum of two hours per day.

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Advanced booking is recommended to secure a space. (The number of spaces available has been pre-determined to ensure the caregiver to child ratio provides optimum safety and care for each child).

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YMCA members can book seven days in advance; non-members can book two days in advance.

BLOCK BOOKING •

Members can pre-book multiple Child Minding sessions at any time.

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Non-Members can pre-book multiple Child Minding sessions if registered in a YMCA program.

PAYMENT •

Payment for Child Minding is made at Member Services prior to picking up infants or children. Child Minding receipts are presented to the caregiver when the child is picked up.

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Pre-paid multi-visit cards are also presented at the time of pick up.

CANCELLATIONS •

Child Minding appointment cancellations must be received one hour in advance to avoid a $5 cancellation fee.

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‘No-shows’ will be charged $5 or for the amount of time booked, whichever is the greater amount.

DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP OF CHILDREN •

To assist us in providing appropriate care and attention to all children, we ask that children be dropped-off and picked-up promptly at their booked time.

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In the event a parent/guardian is late, a caregiver or YMCA Duty Manager may be required to locate the parent and late fees will be charged accordingly.

CHILD MINDING FEES

MEMBER

NON-MEMBER

Infant (6 weeks to 35 months)

FREE

$5.75/hour

Child (3 – 10 years)

$3.75 /hour

$5.75/hour

$30 multiple-visit cards can be purchased at Member Services. Multiple-visit cards are transferable, but not refundable.

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A member is defined as the infant/child or adult with a YMCA membership using the child minding service.

Financial assistance is available. To learn more, contact Member Services.

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Healthy communities start with healthy kids.

CHILD CARE Our child care educators create fun learning opportunities that help teach children social skills, the value of health and to become school-ready.

Our educators have upto-date police security clearance and First Aid and CPR certification. In addition, they have postsecondary education in Early Childhood Development and are certified by Alberta Human Services.

Our child care service provides full-day childcare for children ages 6 months to 6 years. Our childcare educators implement the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum, which aligns with primary school benchmarks and helps children learn and discover through creative play.

YMCA Playing to Learn is intended to ensure a child’s continued enthusiasm and capacity for life-long learning. It provides an understanding of how play offers the foundation for learning to read and write, and for learning mathematics, science and technology. It provides early childhood educators with the skills to prepare spaces conducive to play-based learning and to utilize best practices which encourage quality learning experiences.

Child care is available at the following locations: • • • • •

Gray Family Eau Claire YMCA Saddletowne YMCA Shawnessy YMCA Remington YMCA - NEW YMCA Quarry Park Child Development Centre - NEW

We’re opening two NEW child development centres.

See pages 12 & 13 for details.

PRESCHOOL Our caregivers help nurture relationships through the values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring. They create a fun, social and active experience which contribute to a good start in life.

Our active, play-based preschool programs help your child build foundational physcial literacy skills, social skills and get school-ready.

Developmentally appropriate learning games and activities, choice-based play, and lots of active time (including pool time) will keep your child healthy, active and engaged.

All caregivers have upto-date police security clearance.

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See page 30 for dates, times and details.

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NEW YMCA

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRES

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ECCO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

(INSIDE REMINGTON YMCA) A 63-SPACE LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTRE

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SWIM LEARN & PLAY POOL

CARDIO EQUIPMENT

STRENGTH EQUIPMENT

INDOOR TRACK

REGISTERED PROGRAMS

DROP-IN CORPORATE GROUP FITNESS WELLNESS

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CHILDCARE

YMCA QUARRY PARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE A DEDICATED 348-SPACE LICENSED CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

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CHILDCARE

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BOOK YOUR CHILDCARE SPACE TODAY. WE’RE OPENING TWO NEW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRES.

The two new YMCA Child Development Centres in Calgary’s southeast commuity of Quarry Park will offer full-day licensed childcare for children ages 12 months - 6 years. Our state-of-the-art centres are filled with natural light and fun spaces for learning and active play - both indoors and out.

OUR PHILOSOPHY.

We’ve been in the childcare business for more than 20 years. Our philosophy has remained the same.

LEARNING

SOCIAL

HEALTH

YMCA childcare centres use the national YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum. This play-based curriculum is designed to maximize children’s learning by actively engaging them in small group, playbased learning experiences that are developmentally appropriate.

Relationships form the foundation for all that occurs within the child care setting. Children learn about YMCA Calgary’s four core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility.

Children practice behaviours that support social skill development, emotional competence, selfregulation, and community engagement.

Our program teaches children to value health, nutrition and activity.

We encourage and support healthy eating habits and provide dedicated time througout each day for ageappropriate movement. Through intentional activities, we begin to build the foundation for physical literacy (read more about physical literacy on pages 4 and 5).

Activities encompass all developmental areas and support children with school readiness and to become life-long learners. Program options include onsite enhancement activities and field trips for older children.

All children enrolled in the YMCA Childcare receive a complimentary YMCA Child Membership.

OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY FROM 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

DETAILS & REGISTRATION To register for our Quarry Park and Remington child care centres, call:

Located in the Remington YMCA at 108 Quarry Park Road SE

REMINGTON YMCA

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE Opening July 4, 2016

ALMOS

FULLT!

• 63 licensed spaces for children ages 12 months - 6 years • Dedicated outdoor play area • Indoor group activity spaces including use of YMCA facility space for active play • Recreation time in the Remington YMCA pool (children 19 months – 6 years of age) • Healthy morning and afternoon snack provided

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Located at 10702 - 18 Street SE

Remington: 403.351.8287 Quarry Park: 403.351.6689

QUARRY PARK

For more details on these or our other licensed and accredited childcare centres, vist:

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE Opening mid-August 2016 • Approximately 348 licensed spaces for children aged 12 months - 6 years • Dedicated outdoor play area, indoor gym, activity spaces and experience studio • Healthy snack and lunch provided Financial assistance is available for qualifying families through Alberta Children’s Services and YMCA Calgary’s Opportunity Fund.

Visit ymcacalgary.org/childcare for details.

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SPACE IS LIMITED. REGISTER TODAY.

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AQUATICS LEARNING TO SWIM ISN’T JUST FOR KIDS. Looking to overcome your fear of the water, refine your strokes, or become a more efficient triathlon swimmer? We offer adult programs from beginner to master. Visit page 23 for details.

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IT’S A FACT.

Drowning is the second leading cause of death in Canadian children under 5 years of age. Deceptively quiet and often mistaken for water play, 10% of drownings happen while parents are watching.

Introducing children to swim lessons that teach swim skills and water safety helps to prevent drowning.

Register your child for a swim lesson today!

How do you determine what swim level is right for your child?

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Use our progression chart and level descriptions.

If you have observed your child in the water, use the descriptions on pages 16 and 17 to determine what level is right for your child.

With the exception of Star Leadership 7, our unparented swim programs have two levels in each swim class. Once your child can confidently complete the skills in the first level they will move to the next (for example, once Bobbers successfully complete their skills, they move to Floaters). Depending on skill level, your child can be enrolled in the second level to start.

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View your child’s lesson or ask your child’s swim intructor on the last day of lessons where to place your child for the next session.

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Contact your local YMCA and speak with a certified swim instructor.

Book a swim assessment with one of our aquatics team members or drop-in during our regular swim lessons - it’s free!

If your child is under 8 years old, you must be in the water with your child during the assessment.

Use your child’s online swim report card to determine what skills match which level.

To access your child’s report card, visit www.ymcacalgary.org/reportcards. Use your membership or swim access card barcode number to login.

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YMCA SWIM PROGRAM LEVELS, DESCRIPTIONS AND PROGRESSIONS L’IL DIPPERS PROGRAMS L’il Dippers programs introduce preschoolers (and the adults who accompany them) to a wide range of water activities, while setting a foundation for the critical life skill of swimming.

AGES 3M- 5Y • • •

SPLASHERS BUBBLERS BOBBERS, PARENTED

Splashers and Bubblers

PARENTED

Introduce your little one to swimming with Splashers and Bubblers. Learn how to be safe and have fun in the water with your child.

Splashers

Bubblers

Splash with hands or feet

Front/back assisted floats

Children will grow their comfort and confidence to prepare for independent swim lessons.

Bobbers and Floaters

AGES 3Y- 5Y

Bobbers hold the wall, kick, blow bubbles, perform assisted front and back glides, and learn about water hazards.

UNPARENTED

BOBBERS & FLOATERS GLIDERS & DIVERS

Floaters learn unassisted bobs and perform 3-metre front and back glides.

Bobbers

Floaters

Gliders

Bob and float assisted

Front/back floats

Front, side & back glides

SURFERS & DIPPERS Divers

Surfers

Dippers

Kick on front and back for 5m

Surface-support for 30 seconds

Swim for 25m

DON’T FORGET ABOUT OUR AQUATIC LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS. We offer swim certification programs from Bronze Star to National Lifeguard. We even offer a junior lifeguard program.

With two new YMCA facilities opening soon, there will be plenty of lifeguard and swim instructor opportunities.

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Gliders and Divers Gliders develop deep water skills, perform 5-metre front and back swims, and learn how to access EMS. Divers learn to surface-support for 10 seconds, perform 5-metre front and back swims, and are introduced to boating safety.

Surfers and Dippers Surfers perform kneeling dives, and 15-metre front and back swims.

Dippers surface-support for 45 seconds, perform 25-metre front and back swims, and are introduced to throwing assists.

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LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS Learn to Swim programs build a love for the water and introduce fundamental swim skills to children over the age of 6.

AGES 6Y- 17Y OTTER AND SEAL

Otters & Seals Otter

Seal

Front and back glides, Submersion

Kicking and rolling, deep water skills

Dolphin

Swimmer

Coordination for front and back crawl

Front and back crawl for 15 m

DOLPHIN & SWIMMER

Star programs help participants improve swim ability, learn new strokes, develop endurance and learn water sport, safety and leadership skills.

Seals use flutter kicks and roll the body from side to side for streamlined movement through water.

Dolphins & Swimmers Dolphins coordinate arms, legs and breathing for smooth propulsion during front and back crawl.

Star 7 swimmers learn first aid, teach someone a skill using effective feedback, and swim a 12-minute, 400-metre endurance swim.

Star Levels 1 and 2

AGES 6Y- 17Y STAR LEVELS 3 & 4

Otters go under water and glide on top of the water.

Swimmers improve their front and back strokes, endurance, and treading water skills.

STAR PROGRAMS

STAR LEVELS 1 & 2

What swim level is right for your child? See page 15 for tips.

Star 1 swimmers whip kick on their backs and perform a 75 metre endurance swim.

Star 1

Star 2

Elementary backstroke; Eggbeater

Breast stroke; Swim for 100m

Star 2 swimmers whip kick on their fronts, eggbeater as surface support, and swim 100 metres.

Star Levels 3 and 4

Star 3

Star 4

Dolphin kick; Swim for 200m

Side stroke, swim proficiency, lifesaving

Star 3 skills include elementary backstroke, dolphin kick and a 200-metre endurance swim.

Star 4 swimmers breast stroke, sides stroke and perform a 350-metre endurance swim.

STAR LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS Star Leadership programs help participants continue to improve swim ability, refine strokes, and develop endurance. They will continue to learn and practice water sport, safety and leadership skills.

Star Leadership 5 and 6

AGES 6Y- 17Y STAR LEADERSHIP 5 & 6 STAR LEADERSHIP 7

Star 5 Butterfly; first aid; teaching others

Star 6 Lifesaving recognition and rescue; swim for 600m

In Star 5, swimmers learn butterfly and throw a buoyant aid to a swimmer; create and teach a water game; and, perform a 500-metre endurance swim.

Star 6 participants learn first aid, tow someone to safety, and demonstrate how to teach a skill.  Star Leadership 7

Star 7 Volunteer in aquatics; Swim 400m in 12 minutes

SHAWNESSY YMCA FALL 2016

Star 7 swimmers learn first aid, teach someone a skill using effective feedback, and swim a 12-minute, 400-metre endurance swim.

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PRE-SCHOOL SPLASHERS & BUBBLERS - PARENTED AGE:3M-5Y Introduce your little one to the water with Splashers and Bubblers. In this fun and engaging class, learn how to be safe and have fun in the aquatic environment with your young child. Your Splasher or Bobber will grow their comfort and confidence to prepare for their independent swim lessons.

113067

Tu

10:00-10:30AM Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113061

Tu

10:30-11:00PM Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113071

Tu

11:30-12:00PM Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113064

Tu

2:30- 3:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113062

Tu

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113065

Tu

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113069

Tu

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113066

Tu

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113063

Tu

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

Tu

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

112758

M

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $78

NM $98

113070

112761

M

1:30- 2:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $78

NM $98

113075

W

10:30-11:00AM Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

NM $98

113073

W

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

W

2:30- 3:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

112760

M

2:00- 2:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $78

112759

M

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $78

NM $98

113074

112772

Tu

11:00-11:30AM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113076

Th

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

Th

10:30-11:00AM Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

112771

Tu

1:30- 2:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113077

112769

Tu

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113081

Th

11:00-11:30AM Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

NM $105

113078

Th

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

Th

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

112770

W

11:30-12:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $84

112773

W

1:30- 2:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113084

112774

Th

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113083 Th

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

Th

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

112776

Th

10:00-10:30AM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113079

112775

Th

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113080

Th

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

NM $98

113085

F

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

F

10:00-10:30AM Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

112777

F

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $78

112778

F

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $78

NM $98

113090

112762

Sa

11:00-11:30AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113087

F

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

F

1:30- 2:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

112766

Sa

11:30-12:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113088

112768

Sa

12:00-12:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $84

NM $105

113094

F

2:00- 2:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113095

F

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113092

F

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113091

F

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113093

F

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113089

F

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113096

Sa

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

NM $104

113097

Sa

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

NM $104

113099

Sa

10:00-10:30AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

Sa

10:30-11:00AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

BOBBERS & FLOATERS - UNPARENTED AGE:3Y - 5Y Encourage your child’s love of the water with Bobbers and Floaters. Participants will learn how to be safe and have fun in the water while learning foundational swimming skills. Bobbers will hold the wall; kick and blow bubbles; perform assisted front and back glides; and, learn about water hazards. Floaters will perform unassisted bobs and 3-metre front and back glides with kicks.

113048 113072

M M

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 12

10:00-10:30AM Sep 12

Classes: 13 Classes: 13

M $83 M $83

113056

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11:00-11:30AM Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113100

113051

M

11:30-12:00PM Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113098

Sa

12:30- 1:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113101

Sa

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113049

M

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113059

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1:30- 2:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113052

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2:30- 3:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113057

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4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113054

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5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113058

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5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113055

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6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113050

M

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113053

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7:30- 8:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113060

Tu

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

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GLIDERS & DIVERS - UNPARENTED AGE:3Y - 5Y

SURFERS & DIPPERS - UNPARENTED AGE:3Y - 5Y

Watch your child thrive in the water as their swimming abilities progress from basic skills learned in Bobbers and Floaters. Participants will be introduced to front and back swims, as well as a variety of deep water skills. Gliders will learn deep water skills; perform a 5-metre back swim; and, learn how to access EMS. Divers’ learned skills will include a 10-second surface support swim; a 10 metre front and back swim; and, lessons in boating safety.

Encourage your child’s love of the water and watch them thrive in Surfer and Dipper pre-school unparented swim lessons. Surfers will perform kneeling dives; 15-metre front and back swims; and, learn about ice safety. Dippers will learn to surface-support for 45 seconds; perform 25metre front and back swims; and, be introduced to throwing assists.

113227

M

10:30-11:00AM Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113179

M

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

114601

M

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113193

M

10:00-10:30AM Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

13226

M

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113180

M

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $78

NM $104

113229

Tu

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113186

Tu

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113228

Tu

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113183

M

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113230

W

11:00-11:30AM Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113184

M

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113231

Th

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113181

M

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113232

F

10:00-10:30AM Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113182

M

7:30- 8:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113234

F

2:00- 2:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113190

Tu

10:30-11:00AM Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113233

F

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113188

Tu

2:30- 3:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113235

Sa

10:30-11:00AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113189

Tu

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113236

Sa

1:00- 1:30PM

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113191

Tu

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113187

Tu

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113192

Tu

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113194

W

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113195

W

2:30- 3:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113197

Th

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113198

Th

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113199

Th

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113196

Th

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113200

F

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113201

F

1:30- 2:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113205

F

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113203

F

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113204

F

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113202

F

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $83

NM $104

113206

Sa

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113207

Sa

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113209

Sa

10:00-10:30AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113208

Sa

12:30- 1:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

113211

Sa

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $90

NM $112

SHAWNESSY YMCA FALL 2016

Sep 17

Looking for a great Birthday Party idea?

You will score points with your Birthday Boy or Girl when you book your next party at the Gray Family Eau Claire YMCA. Party goers will have a blast entertaining themselves on the water obstacle, then continue the fun in our a private party room.

Saturdays 2:00pm - 3:00pm For more details or to book, call 403.269.6701.

Book your party today!

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CHILDREN & YOUTH OTTERS & SEALS AGE:6Y - 17Y Your beginner-level swimmer will learn foundational swimming skills that will be applied throughout their future aquatic activities. They will improve their body awareness and motor skills as they submerge, kick, roll and jump in the water. Otters will learn to go under water and glide on top of the water. Seals will use flutter kicks and roll the body from side to side for streamlined movement through the water.

112940

Sa

11:00-11:30AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112941

Sa

11:30-12:00PM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112942

Sa

12:00-12:30PM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112943

Sa

12:30- 1:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112944

Sa

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

DOLPHINS & SWIMMERS AGE:6Y - 17Y Dive into aquatics with the Dolphins and Swimmers program, designed to encourage your child to swim distances as great as 15 metres using common crawl strokes. Dolphins will coordinate arms, legs and breathing for smooth propulsion during front and back crawl. At the Swimmers level, participants will improve front and back strokes, endurance, and treading water skills.

112818

M

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

M

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112907

M

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112819

112908

M

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112820

M

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

M

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112909

M

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112821

112910

M

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112822

M

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112911

M

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112823

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6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

M

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112912

M

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112824

112913

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7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112825

Tu

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

Tu

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112982

M

7:30- 8:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112826

112915

Tu

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112827

Tu

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112916

Tu

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112828

Tu

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112917

Tu

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112829

Tu

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112918

Tu

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112830

Tu

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

Tu

7:30- 8:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112919

Tu

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112873

112920

Tu

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112832

Th

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112914

Tu

7:30- 8:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112833

Th

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112921

Th

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112834

Th

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112922

Th

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112835

Th

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

Th

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112923

Th

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112836

112924

Th

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112837

Th

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112925

Th

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112831

Th

7:30- 8:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112926

Th

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112844

F

1:30- 2:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112927

Th

7:00- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112839

F

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

F

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112967

Th

7:30- 8:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112840

112928

F

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112841

F

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112929

F

2:00- 2:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112842

F

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112930

F

4:00- 4:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112843

F

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112931

F

4:30- 5:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112845

Sa

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

Sa

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112932

F

5:00- 5:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112846

112933

F

5:30- 6:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112847

Sa

10:00-10:30AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

Sa

10:30-11:00AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112934

F

6:00- 6:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112848

112935

F

6:30- 7:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $111

112849

Sa

11:00-11:30AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112936

Sa

9:00- 9:30AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112850

Sa

11:30-12:00PM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

Sa

12:00-12:30PM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112937

Sa

9:30-10:00AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112851

112938

Sa

10:00-10:30AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

112852

Sa

12:30- 1:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $119

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112853

Sa

1:00- 1:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

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NM $119

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STAR LEVELS 1 & 2 AGE:6Y - 17Y

STAR LEVELS 5 & 6 AGE:6Y - 17Y

In Star 1, swimmers learn to whip on their backs and will perform a 75 metre endurance swim. In Star 2, they will learn to whip kick on their front, eggbeater as surface support, and swim 100 metres.

By the end of level 4, participants will learn elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and increase their swimming distance to 350 metres. Optional items provide opportunities to explore competitive swimming, synchronized swimming, water polo and aquafit.

Watch your aquatic skills grow! In Star 5 & 6, you will thrive with the knowledge gained in previous lessons and begin to apply it in new ways. In Star 5, you’ll swim the butterfly; throw a buoyant aid to a swimmer; create and teach a water game; and, perform a 500 metre endurance swim. Star 6 includes first aid, towing someone to safety, and demonstrating how to teach a skill.

113408

M

6:15- 7:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113425

M

4:00- 4:45PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113409

Tu

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113424

M

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113410

Th

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113426

M

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113411

F

6:15- 7:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

114607

M

6:15- 7:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113412

Sa

9:30-10:15AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113427

Tu

4:00- 4:45PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113428

Tu

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113429

Tu

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

114608

Tu

6:15- 7:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113430

Th

4:00- 4:45PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $124

113431

Th

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

114609

Th

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113436

Th

6:15- 7:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113434

F

1:00- 1:45PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113455

F

4:00- 4:45PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113432

F

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113459

F

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113433

F

6:15- 7:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113435

Sa

9:00- 9:45AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113437

Sa

11:15-12:00PM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113438

Sa

12:45- 1:30PM

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

Sep 17

STAR LEVELS 3 & 4 AGE:6Y - 17Y Thrive in the water! Star 3 swimmers perform elementary backstroke, dolphin kicks, and a 200 metre endurance swim. In Star 4, participants learn breaststroke, sidestroke, and perform a 350 metre endurance swim. Optional items provide opportunities to explore competitive swimming, synchronized swimming, water polo and aquafit.

113462

M

4:00- 4:45PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113463

M

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113464

M

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113465

Tu

4:00- 4:45PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

114614

Tu

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113466

Tu

8:00- 8:45PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113467

Th

4:00- 4:45PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113468

Th

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113469

F

1:45- 2:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113470

F

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113471

F

5:30- 6:15PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $99

NM $124

113473

Sa

9:45-10:30AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113472

Sa

10:30-11:15AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

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STAR LEVEL 7 - LEADERSHIP AGE:6Y - 17Y Enhance your skills in Star Leadership 7, the final level in the YMCA’s Star Leadership program.

Throughout this course you will gain a deeper understanding of the roles of lifeguards and swim instructors by assisting them with their responsibilities. You’ll learn first aid; how to teach someone a skill using effective feedback; and, perform a 400 metre, 12-minute endurance swim.

113406

Tu

6:15- 7:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

113407

Sa

10:15-11:00AM Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $106

NM $133

TEEN SWIM 101 AGE:12Y - 17Y Work on your swimming strokes and build your skills. This class features front and back crawl, treading water and whip kick. You’ll also get a deep water orientation and practice swimming greater distances.

113497

F

7:00- 8:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $132

NM $164

SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING AGE:6Y - 17Y Refine and enhance your synchronized swimming skills. Work on mastering fundamentals such as sculling, breathing, basic positions and basic somersaults. Tub, marlin, somersaults and other advanced positions will also be introduced. Please note: you must be able to swim 25 metres and tread water for 30 seconds.

114847

Su

9:00-11:00AM

Sep 18

Classes: 32

M $384

NM $480

YOUTH REC SWIM PROGRAM AGE:6Y - 17Y Have fun learning competitive swimming skills in a recreational environment. Find out how to enter the water, take off, position your body, use your arms, and turn to maximize speed and endurance. You’ll swim competitive strokes including front crawl, breaststroke, back crawl and butterfly. Participants will be grouped according to skill level.

Level 1: Must be able to swim 25 meters of Front Crawl and have the endurance to swim continuously for the 1 hour duration.

114836

W

4:30- 5:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 37

M $222

NM $305

M $222

NM $305

M $222

NM $305

Level 2: Must be able to swim 100 meters in a variety of strokes.

114835

W

5:30- 6:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 37

Level 3: Must be able to swim at least 400 meters in a variety of strokes.

114834

W

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 37

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ADULTS

LEADERSHIP

LEVEL 1 / LEARN TO SWIM Learn the basic skills to be comfortable in the water. Find out how to safely enter and exit the water, jog and move through the water. You’ll also learn how to float with and without assistance.

Other skills such as breathing techniques, flutter kick and front and back swimming may be introduced depending on participants’ abilities.

112672

M

7:00- 7:45PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $101

NM $127

112674

W

7:30- 8:15PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $137

LEVEL 2 / SWIMMING STROKES AND SKILLS AGE:12Y AND UP Improve your swimming strokes and build on your skills. This adult class features front and back crawl, treading water and whip kick. You’ll also get a deep water orientation and practice swimming greater distances.

112684

M

8:45- 9:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $101

NM $127

112683

W

8:15- 9:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $137

LEVEL 3 / STROKE IMPROVEMENT Build endurance while developing and improving swimming strokes. You’ll get an introduction to sidestroke, butterfly and eggbeater. Various lifesaving skills may also be included. Must be able to swim 50 meters and be comfortable in deep water.

112693

Tu

8:45- 9:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $137

MASTERS The Masters swim program is a year long program running from September to August and covers the four competitive strokes - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly - in a swim club environment. Every swimmer who participated will be a registered Swim Alberta participant and have the opportunity to compete at sanctioned competitions. The workouts vary in distance and intensity. You should be able to swim 200 metres continuously before participating in this class.

There will be a $50 membership fee that is included in the price. This $50 goes to Swim Alberta.

114833

Th

6:00- 7:00AM

Sep 15

Classes: 37

M $204

NM $278

AQUA BOOT CAMP Be kind to your joints while taking your water workout to a new level of intensity. Your muscular strength and endurance will grow as you utilize the drag-resistance equipment. This equipment was designed by an injured Navy Seal to maintain a high level of fitness during his rehabilitation; it increases the amount of force required to move through the water. Your body will thrive as you enjoy a fun and intense workout.

112696

M

9:30-10:15AM

Sep 12

Classes: 6

M $45

NM $59

112697

M

9:30-10:15AM

Oct 31

Classes: 7

M $53

NM $68

SWIM FIT Improve your strokes and fitness through a variety of aquatic fitness activities. Participants should feel comfortable in the water and be able to swim a minimum of 50 metres continuously.

113490

M

10:30-11:30AM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $72

NM $98

113491

Tu, Th

7:00- 8:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 28

M $154

NM $210

113492

W

10:30-11:30AM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $77

NM $105

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BRONZE STAR AGE:10Y AND UP Gain the confidence and skills you need to perform low risk rescues. Increase your understanding of lifesaving skills and personal water safety while developing individual and group decision making abilities. This program also prepares you for the Bronze Medallion course. Before taking Bronze Star, we recommend you complete the Canadian Star Patrol program.

112720

Sa

11:00- 1:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 6

M $75

NM $85

114536

Sa

11:00- 1:00PM

Oct 29

Classes: 6

M $75

NM $85

BRONZE MEDALLION AGE:13Y AND UP Enhance your understanding of lifesaving principles and skills. Learn tows, carries, release methods, victim assessment and emergency care through this 20-hour program. To participate, you must be at least 10 years old and have successfully completed the Bronze Star award, or be 13 years or older and be able to swim. The course requires a mandatory 100% attendance to successfully complete. The manual is included in the course fee.

112714

Sa

1:00- 5:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 5

M $135

NM $145

BRONZE CROSS AGE:13Y AND UP Eager to advance your lifesaving training? This 20-hour program teaches you the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, giving you direction on how to safely supervise in an aquatic facility. This course covers emergency procedures, injury assessment and spinal injury rescue.

Prerequisite: completion of the Bronze Medallion Award. This course requires 100% attendance and participation to complete.

112705

Sa

1:00- 5:00PM

Nov 19

Classes: 5

M $115

NM $125

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLUB AGE:10Y - 15Y Discover what it takes to be a lifeguard. This program introduces you to lifesaving techniques and first aid skills. You’ll also gain experience in accident prevention and dealing with the public.

Participants must be able to swim 50 metres and tread water for one minute.

114851

Sa

1:30- 2:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 41

M $200

NM $250

114852

Sa

1:30- 2:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 41

M $200

NM $250

NATIONAL LIFEGUARD AGE:16Y AND UP Advance your YMCA aquatic leadership to a peak level. This 40-hour program builds on the skills, knowledge and values taught in the lifesaving awards. To participate in this program you need to have completed the Bronze Cross award and standard first aid with CPR level C. This course requires 100% attendance and participation in order to successfully complete the core components. The manual is included in the course fee.

112989

M-F

9:00- 5:00PM

Dec 19

Classes: 5

M $275

NM $305

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NATIONAL LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION AGE:16Y AND UP Continue to be certified in one of the top levels of lifeguarding and be able to work in any pool across Canada. This 4-hour recertification covers all the skills, knowledge and values taught in the National Lifeguard Service pool option course. To enroll in this course you must hold a National Lifeguard Service card current within the past five years. This course requires 100% participation in order to successfully complete.

112992

Su

12:00- 4:00PM

Nov 20

Classes: 1

M $35

NM $70

Test your Ninja Warrior skills on our AQUATIC

OBSTACLE COURSE

STANDARD FIRST AID - ORIGINAL AGE:12Y AND UP

at the Gray Famly Eau Claire YMCA

Learn to identify an illness or injury as a medical emergency. Discover and practice simple techniques to care for a casualty as a first responder. After completing this 16-hour course, you will be certified in Standard First Aid and CPR Basic Rescuer Level C. This course is approved by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety.

Test your skills, race a friend or play to your heart’s desire on our new floatable obstacle course. You and your kids will spend hours of active fun in the pool.

113397

Sa-Su

9:00- 5:30PM

Nov 5

Classes: 2

M $125

NM $135

YMCA ASSISTANT SWIM INSTRUCTOR AGE:12Y AND UP Apprentice under the guidance of an experienced, qualified YMCA Swim Instructor. This course prepares you to be an Instructor Trainee so you can assist with the instruction of YMCA L’il Dippers, Learn to Swim, Star, Masters Swim and adult programs. You need to have completed the YMCA Master Swimmer program or Bronze Star.

113504

Sa

9:00-11:00AM

Oct 1

Classes: 8

M $125

Only available at the Gray Family Eau Claire YMCA. Fridays

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Saturdays

3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Sundays

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm * Suitable for children ages 8+. Participants must complete a swim test.

NM $135

We offer private swim lessons for children, youth and adults.

Inquire today!

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DID YOU

KNOW? You only bear approximately 10% of your weight when you swim due to the buoyancy of water. With greater ease of movement and less strain on bones, joints and muscles, swimming has a lower risk of injury than many other forms of exercise.

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Insider tips.

1.

You can use your YMCA pass at any YMCA location in Calgary (including the Gray Family Eau Claire location)

2.

Parking at the Eau Claire Market is just $3 on evenings and weekends. There is free street parking on Sundays.

3.

Every Friday night is Flames Friday at all YMCA locations.

Youth ages 8 - 17 can drop in for planned youth activities, including the water obstacle, for just $4!

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CLIMBING A FULL BODY WORKOUT. Regular climbing can improve stamina as well as muscle strength. In addition, all the reaching and stretching for holds improves flexibility and agility

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IT’S A FACT. The cardio and energy consumed in rock climbing is similar to running at a pace between 8 and 11 minutes per 1.5 kilometers.

Our climbing department aims to give individuals of all ages and abilities chance to explore limits, and challenge their body and mind through fun and engaging programs. Our programs foster cooperation and teamwork, while helping build strength and cardiovascular health.

JOIN a program

come dressed to climb

and ready to learn

• •

closed-toed shoes breathable clothing that allow for a wide range of body movements

•

goal setting

•

knot work

•

climbing sklils and form

tie back long hair and remove jewelery

•

spacial awareness

•

body mangement

•

teamwork

•

and more!

•

Climb on your own.

Our climbing walls are always supervised by certified climbing instructors who are available to help climbers belay, provide tips and answer questions. Auto-belay equipment is available at all of our climbing wall locations. Visit us online or see our app for schedules.

Discover the entire wall.

Take our First Accents Belay Class (it’s free for members ages 14+!)- Our first accents class allows individuals to belay others during open climbs.

With access to self-belay equipment, you’ll be able to use the whole wall and avoid waiting in line for auto-belay equipment!

ROCK YOUR PARTY Rock your party or special event. Book the climbing wall for birthday parties, corporate team building and more.

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113625

W

6:30- 8:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $252

NM $315

113627

Sa

11:00-12:30PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $252

NM $315

113633

Th

4:45- 5:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $126

NM $158

PRE-SCHOOL

ROCK JOCKS AGE:12Y - 17Y

BILLY GOATS AGE:4Y - 5Y

Conquer the wall. This introductory course teaches basics such as proper equipment use, safety and climbing techniques. We’ll work with you one-on-one to find new ways to approach any adversity as you scale the wall. You’ll finish your session with a sense of pride and accomplishment.

Encourage your child to climb to new heights! This class explores the basics of indoor climbing, focusing on wall safety and fundamentals. Your child may participate in age-appropriate climbing games while learning how to boulder along the wall. Participants will not be permitted to climb above the bouldering line along the wall nor be responsible for belaying another child.

113629

M

5:15- 6:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $117

NM $146

113634

W

5:45- 6:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $126

NM $158

CREATIVE HEIGHTS AGE:4Y - 5Y If your child is climbing your walls, why not let them climb ours? This class is perfect for your active preschooler. This class may include songs, stories, and group games. Please note this is a beginning climbing course with a focus on bouldering and safety. Child must be toilet trained and appropriate indoor shoes are required. A waiver must be signed prior to climbing.

113640

Tu

6:00- 7:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $252

NM $315

ADULTS FIRST ASCENTS AGE:14Y AND UP Strive for new heights with this 1.5 hour, one day course designed for beginners. Learn how to top-rope climb (the basic form of roped rock climbing), safety procedures, belay technique, knot tying and how to use your equipment properly.

113882

F

11:00-12:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $130

NM $163

113588

W

8:00- 9:30PM

Sep 28

Classes: 1

M $0

NM $45

113880

Sa

9:00-10:00AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $140

NM $175

113589

W

8:00- 9:30PM

Oct 12

Classes: 1

M $0

NM $45

113590

W

8:00- 9:30PM

Oct 26

Classes: 1

M $0

NM $45

113591

W

8:00- 9:30PM

Nov 9

Classes: 1

M $0

NM $45

113592

W

8:00- 9:30PM

Nov 23

Classes: 1

M $0

NM $45

113593

W

8:00- 9:30PM

Dec 7

Classes: 1

M $0

NM $45

CHILDREN & YOUTH BUGABOOS AGE:6Y - 8Y

New to climbing? Let us introduce you to safety considerations, basic climbing style and techniques as well as warm-up stretches and training ideas.

113569

Your child can be challenged to reach new heights, both mentally and physically. This class will introduce him or her to the fundamentals of wall climbing. They will learn how to use the wall and understand the importance of trust and communication as they develop mental focus and improve muscular endurance and body awareness.

113576

M

6:00- 7:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $156

NM $195

113572

Tu

5:00- 6:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $168

NM $210

113581

Tu

4:00- 5:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $168

NM $210

113574

W

4:45- 5:45PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $168

NM $210

113573

Th

5:30- 6:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $168

NM $210

113575

Th

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $168

NM $210

113578

Sa

10:00-11:00AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $168

NM $210

HANG DOGS AGE:9Y - 11Y Discover a sense of confidence and accomplishment after learning the basics of indoor climbing.

Test your determination, learn safety procedures and have fun in this dynamic program.

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APPALACHIANS AGE:18Y AND UP Tu

7:30- 9:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $228

NM $284

SPECIAL EVENTS GHOULS CLIMBING SCHOOL AGE:8Y - 14Y Join us Friday, October 30 for an evening of scary good times! We will be hosting many ghouls, ghosts and witches for an evening of fun activities. Remember to wear your costume.

113622

F

6:30- 8:00PM

Oct 28

Classes: 1

M $5

NM $10

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Looking for more ways to stay motivated & fit this Fall?

1

Get a one-on-one training session with a personal trainer.

Visit page 25 for details.

2

Take a free drop-in fitness class. Visit page 27 for descriptions (schedules available online and on our free app).

3

Become a fitness leader.

Visit page 26 for details.

When you volunteer as a fitness leader at the Y, get a free YMCA membership.

DOWNLOAD

THE YMCA APP The app is a quick and convenient way to access schedules, guides and more.

Check drop-in schedules

Receive news & event updates View online program guides

GET IT FREE

Search “YMCA Calgary� on Google Play or the App Store

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HEALTH & FITNESS

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IT’S A FACT.

To achieve health benefits, it is recommended that 18 - 64 year olds get 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic activity per week and do strengthening exercises at least 2 days/week.

NEED MORE GOOD REASONS TO REGISTER FOR A PROGRAM? Those who take programs tend to go to the gym more often, and for a longer period of time. Along with benefiting from the motivation of an instructor and the support and accountability of a group., social connections also keep people visitng the gym more often YMCA programs include intentional, progressive skills and challenge so that you will continue to improve. Now that’s motivation.

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PRE-SCHOOL PARENTED ARTS AND CRAFTS AGE:2Y - 3Y Encourage your little budding artist’s creativity through theme-based classes that include painting, drawing, cutting and pasting. During the session, classes may also include stories and songs. Each class will have a different theme.

113870

Tu

1:45- 2:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $126

GYM AND CRAFTS AGE:2Y - 3Y Develop your toddler’s sense of adventure as he or she experiments with gym equipment and discovers an artistic side with crafts. Gym activities will focus on balance, spatial awareness, movement and safety skills.Participants will explore painting, drawing, cutting and gluing in the craft component.

113887

M

10:30-11:30AM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $117

NM $156

GYM AND SWIM AGE:10M - 23M

Tu

9:30-10:45AM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $116

NM $158

GYM AND SWIM AGE:2Y - 3Y Let your toddler burn some energy playing in the gym and pool. Children will sing songs, stretch and learn about safety in the gym component. While in the pool, they will sing songs and play with pool toys and equipment. Children who are not toilet-trained must wear approved swim diapers. Participants must be able to walk.

113898

Tu

9:15-10:30AM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $140

NM $175

R3 (READING, ROCKING, RUNNING) AGE:10M - 23M Toddlers will enjoy free-play time, group sing-alongs and story time. Participants must be able to walk.

113913

F

10:15-11:00AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $117

SONG AND DANCE AGE:2Y - 3Y Encourage your child’s exploration of music through lively songs, rhythm and sounds. Your toddler’s experience is further enhanced by dance, movement and fun games to develop awareness of their body and the space around them.

113917

Th

9:30-10:15AM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $126

113915

F

11:15-12:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $117

113916

F

9:15-10:00AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $117

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Is your child crazy about sports? Let him or her try fun new games and sports that help improve movement and skills. All sports will be adapted to meet your child’s needs and abilities. Each class will feature a different sports theme such as basketball, soccer, badminton, volleyball, golf and floor hockey. Appropriate indoor shoes are required.

113923

W

10:15-11:00AM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $95

NM $126

113921

F

10:15-11:00AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $88

NM $117

UNPARENTED ARTS AND CRAFTS AGE:3Y - 5Y Encourage your little budding artist’s creativity through theme-based classes that include painting, drawing, cutting and pasting. During the session, classes may also include stories and songs. Each class will have a different theme. Child must be toilet trained to attend this class.

113874

W

10:45-11:45AM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $119

NM $158

COOKIE MONSTERS AGE:3Y - 5Y In this class, children express themselves through food preparation and selection, nutrition and cooking. They will learn, create and explore using quick, easy recipes. The best part is they get to eat what they make! Child must be toilet trained to attend this class.

Let your toddler burn some energy playing in the gym and pool. Children will sing songs, stretch and learn about safety in the gym component. While in the pool, they will sing songs and play with pool toys and equipment. Children who are not toilet-trained must wear approved swim diapers. Participants must be able to walk.

113900

SPORTS AGE:2Y - 3Y

113876

Th

10:30-11:30AM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $147

NM $186

113877

Sa

10:30-11:30AM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $147

NM $186

DANCE AGE:3Y - 5Y This class expands motor skill development through creative movement, rhythmic skills, locomotor and coordination skills. Child must be toilet trained and wear appropriate footwear (running shoes).

113884

Tu

5:00- 5:45PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $89

NM $118

113883

W

4:15- 5:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $89

NM $118

DANCE AGE:4Y - 5Y This class expands motor skill development through creative movement, rhythmic skills, locomotor and coordination skills. Child must be toilet trained and wear appropriate footwear (running shoes).

114540

Th

1:00- 1:45PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $89

NM $118

ZUMBATOMIC AGE:4Y - 5Y

Zumbatomic is an explosion of music, dance and energy! This 100% kid-friendly and fun program uses Zumba fitness concepts and is for all abilities. Your child will have a full 45 minutes of engaging activity each week!

114540

Th

1:00- 1:45PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $110

NM $140

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GYM AND CRAFTS AGE:3Y - 5Y Develop your child’s sense of adventure as he or she experiments with gym equipment and discovers an artistic side with crafts. Gym activities will focus on balance, spatial awareness, movement, and safety skills. Kids will explore painting, drawing, cutting and gluing in the craft component. Child must be toilet trained to attend this class.

113892

M

10:30-11:30AM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $111

NM $146

SPORTS AGE:4Y - 5Y Is your child crazy about sports? Let him or her try fun new games and sports that help improve movement and skills. All sports will be adapted to meet your child’s needs and abilities. Each class will feature a different sports theme such as basketball, soccer, badminton, volleyball, golf and floor hockey. Child must be toilet trained and appropriate indoor shoes are required.

113936

Tu

1:00- 2:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $119

NM $158

113937

W

9:00-10:00AM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $119

NM $158

113933

W

5:05- 6:05PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $119

NM $158

113932

F

9:00-10:00AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $111

NM $146

VARIETY AGE:3Y - 5Y Your child will be amused by songs, story time, puzzles, free-play, arts and crafts. In the gym, your child will explore movement with structured and free-play activities, play with soft equipment, and learn safety skills. Please bring a healthy nut-free snack from home. Child must be toilet trained to attend this class.

113952

M

9:00-11:00AM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $185

NM $247

113948

Th

9:00-11:00AM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $200

NM $266

113949

Th

12:30- 2:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $200

NM $266

113950

F

9:00-11:00AM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $185

NM $247

SPECIAL EVENTS ELVES AT PLAY AGE:3Y - 12Y Relax and let YMCA staff and volunteers care for your children while you do some stress-free festive shopping or have a little quiet time to yourself. Your children will be entertained with crafts, games, swimming and more.

113674

Sa

1:00- 5:00PM

Dec 17

Classes: 1

M $25

NM $35

We are passionate about helping develop healthy, happy kids.

In addition to active programs, we offer quality care and learning programs at all our locations.

VARIETY W/ SWIM LESSON AGE:3Y - 5Y Delight your child with a blend of classroom and gym activities, as well as a swim lesson. In the classroom, your child will sing songs, take part in story time, enjoy free play and get creative with arts and crafts. In the gym, he or she will play with soft equipment and take part in games, relays and action songs. Structured half-hour swim lessons with a qualified YMCA swim instructor will follow the YMCA L’il Dippers program curriculum based on your child’s swim ability. Child must be toilet trained. Please bring a healthy nut-free snack from home.

113963

Tu

12:30- 2:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $252

NM $336

113964

Tu

9:00-11:00AM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $252

NM $336

113961

W

12:30- 2:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $252

NM $336

113962

W

9:00-11:00AM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $252

NM $336

YOGA AGE:3Y - 5Y Yoga for kids? You bet. No longer considered an adult-only class, we encourage all children to participate in this incredibly fun and rewarding fitness routine. Hatha yoga will help children stay in touch with their bodies and maintain flexibility as they age, preventing health problems and joint issues that are affecting more inactive youth today than ever. Focuses are flexibility, strength, relaxation, stress management and breathing techniques. Child must be toilet trained to attend this class.

113972

Tu

9:15-10:00AM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

SHAWNESSY YMCA FALL 2016

M $110

NM $139

1 2 3

We currently have five licensed and accredited childcare centres. See page 12 to learn more about our new centres.

We offer a variety of pre-school programs see our health and fitness and aquatic sections.

We can care for your child while you work out. See page 10 for details on our child minding program.

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CHILDREN & YOUTH ARTS & CRAFTS Are you looking for a creative way to spend your time? Are you interested in expressing yourself through art? Our youth arts and crafts programs provide you with opportunities to explore and discover your inner artist.

W

7:00- 8:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

ATHLETICS / SPORTS

4:50- 5:50PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $0

NM $0

BADMINTON AGE:8Y - 9Y Sa

3:00- 4:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

BADMINTON AGE:10Y - 13Y Sa

4:00- 5:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

BADMINTON AGE:14Y - 17Y Sa

5:00- 6:00PM

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $77

Nov 3

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $77

Stick handle your way to fun with our floor hockey program. We teach all the fundamentals including shooting and passing to help your skills grow. In keeping with YMCA philosophies, the hockey traditions of teamwork and sportsmanship make this class a must for the next wave of little speedsters. Participants are placed in age-appropriate groupings.

114132

Tu

4:00- 5:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

FLOOR HOCKEY AGE:8Y - 9Y

Tu

5:00- 6:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

FLOOR HOCKEY AGE:10Y - 13Y Stick handle your way to fun with our floor hockey program. We teach all the fundamentals including shooting and passing to help your skills grow. In keeping with YMCA philosophies, the hockey traditions of teamwork and sportsmanship make this class a must for the next wave of little speedsters. Participants are placed in age-appropriate groupings.

F

5:00- 6:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 13

M $101

NM $137

INDOOR SOCCER AGE:6Y - 7Y 114295

Sa

11:10-12:10PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

INDOOR SOCCER AGE:8Y - 9Y Explore the popular sport of indoor soccer within the YMCA learning environment. Learn all the essentials, and even some tricks, as you pass and juggle your way through this fun-filled program.

Explore the fast-paced game of badminton and develop the skills that will make you a better player. Chase whizzing shuttles while learning the skills to smash your way to fun.

114090

Sep 15

5:00- 6:00PM

Explore the popular sport of indoor soccer within the YMCA learning environment. Learn all the essentials, and even some tricks, as you pass and juggle your way through this fun-filled program.

Explore the fast-paced game of badminton and develop the skills that will make you a better player. Chase whizzing shuttles while learning the skills to smash your way to fun.

114089

5:00- 6:00PM

Th

114136

Explore the fast-paced game of badminton and develop the skills that will make you a better player. Chase whizzing shuttles while learning the skills to smash your way to fun.

114088

Th

114587

114133

Through a variety of activities and fun games, Active Y Kids offers children and youth a chance to improve and sustain a healthy lifestyle. Designed to improve overall health, this registered program incorporates cardiovascular and muscular conditioning activities, nutrition sessions, and self-development education.

M

114586

Stick handle your way to fun with our floor hockey program. We teach all the fundamentals including shooting and passing to help your skills grow. In keeping with YMCA philosophies, the hockey traditions of teamwork and sportsmanship make this class a must for the next wave of little speedsters. Participants are placed in age-appropriate groupings.

ACTIVE Y KIDS AGE:8Y - 11Y

114068

Develop gym etiquette and learn how to use the gym to improve strength, power and agility.

You will use a variety of equipment including battle ropes, bosu balls and free weights. Plus learn proper bench press technique and more!

FLOOR HOCKEY AGE:6Y - 7Y

ARTS AGE:10Y - 13Y

114078

FITNESS TRAINING AGE:12Y - 14Y

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

114296

Sa

12:10- 1:10PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $108

NM $147

INDOOR SOCCER

NEW

outdoor programs Archery, bouldering, ropes course and more!

Turn to page 42 to learn about our outdoor youth progra,s.

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AGE:10Y - 13Y Explore the popular sport of indoor soccer within the YMCA learning environment. Learn all the essentials, and even some tricks, as you pass and juggle your way through this fun-filled program.

114297

Tu

6:05- 7:05PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

SPORTS LEAGUE AGE:10Y - 13Y

DANCE DANCE AGE:6Y - 7Y Get ready to knock out the beats as we take you through a breathtaking series of lessons in the hottest dance trends around.

Looking for some friendly competition? Throughout the year we offer a youth sports league focusing on basketball, soccer or badminton.

114354

W

4:00- 5:00PM

Sep 14

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $77

114353

F

4:00- 5:00PM

Sep 16

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $77

114356

W

4:00- 5:00PM

Nov 2

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $77

114575

F

4:00- 5:00PM

Nov 4

Classes: 6

M $0

NM $66

114110

Sa

1:00- 1:45PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

DANCE AGE:8Y - 9Y Get ready to knock out the beats as we take you through a breathtaking series of lessons in the hottest dance trends around.

114111

Sa

1:50- 2:50PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $109

NM $147

STEVE NASH BASKETBALL AGE:6Y - 7Y

DANCE AGE:10Y - 13Y

Steve Nash Youth Basketball (SNYB) is a Canadian national youth basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship and a love for the game of basketball. Participants will receive a SNYB reversible jersey, basketball, drawstring bag, parents’ guide, SNYB poster and certificate of participation.

Get ready to knock out the beats as we take you through a breathtaking series of lessons in the hottest dance trends around.

114365

M

5:00- 6:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $143

114576

Sa

2:50- 3:50PM

Sep 17

MARTIAL ARTS

Steve Nash Youth Basketball (SNYB) is a Canadian national youth basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship and a love for the game of basketball. Participants will receive a SNYB reversible jersey, basketball, drawstring bag, parents’ guide, SNYB poster and certificate of participation.

FAMILY KARATE AGE:6Y AND UP

Th

4:00- 5:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $154

NM $210

STEVE NASH BASKETBALL AGE:10Y - 13Y

114367

M

4:00- 5:00PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $143

NM $195

114364

Th

5:00- 6:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $154

NM $210

11:45-12:45PM

Sep 17

Classes: 14

M $140

NM $182

Level 1 : Capoeira is the ultimate activity for transforming the whole person. This Brazilian martial art promotes growth in strength, flexibility, rhythm & agility as well as camaraderie, community, confidence & respect. Step out of your comfort zone and find fun and success with Capoeira!

Th

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 13

M $117

NM $156

Level 2: Graduate to level 2 youth Capoeira after earning your level 1 Capoeira belt.

Got lots of spike but no net? Hone your volleyball skills at the YMCA where our program will teach you how to improve your power, skills and game strategy. Practice good sportsmanship and teamwork through scrimmages.

6:15- 7:15PM

Sa

YOUTH CAPOEIRA AGE:6Y - 11Y

113727

VOLLEYBALL AGE:10Y - 13Y

W

NM $147

Looking for the ultimate family activity? Join our family karate class, where you can chop, kick and throw to your hearts’ delight. Karate is one of the best group activities a family can do. It combines physical conditioning, respect and determination with non-contact striking techniques so that you and your family can participate in this incredible martial art form.

114304

Steve Nash Youth Basketball (SNYB) is a Canadian national youth basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship and a love for the game of basketball. Participants will receive a SNYB reversible jersey, basketball, drawstring bag, parents’ guide, SNYB poster and certificate of participation.

114381

M $109

NM $195

STEVE NASH BASKETBALL AGE:8Y - 9Y

114359

Classes: 14

Sep 14

Classes: 14

SHAWNESSY YMCA FALL 2016

M $109

113729

Th

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 13

M $117

NM $156

NM $147

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INSTRUCTOR TRAINING / CERTIFICATION BABYSITTING CERTIFICATION COURSE AGE:12Y - 17Y Launch your childcare career aspirations with this informative course developed by the Red Cross.

Learn the latest childcare theories and practices while you prepare to take your first steps as a child caregiver. Manual is included in the course fee.

114083

Th

5:00- 9:00PM

Oct 20

Classes: 2

M $0

NM $60

YOUTH LEADERSHIP ADVENTURERS GRADE:5 - 6 Discover the leader in you! Learn how to take charge of your life by taking part in the YMCA’s nationally recognized leadership programs. Issues covered include: identity, teambuilding, outdoor and environmental training, character development, communication, volunteerism and fundraising. The leaders of today started at the YMCA. 114073

M

5:00- 6:00PM

Sep 26

Classes: 33

M $0

NM $0

LEADERSHIP GRADE:10 - 12 YMCA offers a variety of youth leadership opportunities that develop life skills training, education enrichment, health and wellness, recreation and international awareness. These lifelong skills can be applied in your community now and in the future.

114308

Th

6:30- 8:30PM

Sep 29

Classes: 34

M $0

NM $0

LEADERSHIP IN TRAINING (LIT’S) GRADE:7 - 9 Take your leadership skills to the next level. Prepare yourself to become a leader among your friends as you learn how to become a role model in your community. Don’t just be a part of the crowd; learn how to lead at the YMCA. Program focuses include: aquatics skills, outdoor and environmental training, character and leadership development, communication, volunteerism and fundraising.

114314

Th

6:30- 8:00PM

Sep 29

Classes: 34

M $0

NM $0

THANKS

TO THE CALGARY FLAMES FOUNDATION! Through the generous support of the Calgary Flames Foundation, YMCA Calgary provides grade six students with a full year membership and special programming for FREE! You’ll practice independence and leadership in a safe and positive place that promotes values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring.

As a Calgary Flames grade 6 YMCA member, you’ll have free access to all the facilities at our six Calgary locations any time throughout your grade 6 year (until August 31).

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Be independent and grow with other positive, healthy youth. Become a member today!

is ent in grade 6

Proof of enrollm

required.

BELONG GROW THRIVE LEAD WWW.YMCACALGARY.ORG

ADULTS

HEALTH/WELLNESS BE YOUR BEST: WOMEN’S HEALTH RESOURCES AGE:18Y AND UP

ATHLETICS & SPORTS

‘Be Your Best’ - Alberta Health Services Speaker Series. Women’s Health Resources offers health education and information for women, including consultation and courses on physical health, social and emotional health, nutritional health, and managing a chronic health concern.

BOXER’S WORKOUT

No It’s Not Hot! Signs and Symptoms of Menopause

Workout like a champ! Get ripped and have fun doing it with this interactive boxing workout.

Skipping ropes, pads, gloves and punching bags are used to train your body for speed, agility and stamina. No experience needed.

113518

W

5:15- 6:45PM

Sep 14

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $137

113519

W

5:15- 6:45PM

Nov 2

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $137

TRIATHLON TRAINING Join one of the fastest growing sports! The triathlon program gives you all the tools needed to tackle your first triathlon or fine tune your existing training.

113557

M, W, F

6:00- 7:00AM

Sep 12

Classes: 40

M $400

NM $520

113686

113690

2:15- 3:15PM

Sep 13

Classes: 28

M $140

NM $227

Grace the dance floor with classics like the Fox Trot, Rhumba, Waltz, Jive and Two Step in Level 1.

You must register as a couple.

7:15- 8:15PM

NM $0

W

6:30- 8:30PM

Oct 26

Classes: 1

M $0

NM $0

Level 1: For individuals who are able to walk but have limitations to exercise. Primary focus is on improving balance and mobility. Class consists of seated exercises with a gentle cardio component and is held in the classroom only. This class requires a high level of supervision and is offered two days per week. Participants must fill out paperwork before participating.

Tu, F

1:30- 2:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 27

M $0

NM $219

Tu, F

10:45-11:45AM

Sep 13

Classes: 27

M $0

NM $219

Level 3: For individuals with a few limitations that require little supervision. This class consists of classroom and weight floor exercises with a medium to large cardio component. Primary focus is aerobic endurance, muscular strength, balance and flexibility. Classes are offered two days per week.

113704

Tu, Th

12:00- 1:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 28

M $0

NM $227

CAPOEIRA

SOCIAL DANCE / LEVEL 1 Th

M $0

MARTIAL ARTS

DANCE 113657

Classes: 1

HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM AGE:18Y AND UP

113705

Learn safe, effective ways to include more free weight, on-the-ball and advanced balance exercises into your routine.

Tu, Th

Oct 12

Level 2: For individuals who need a medium level of monitoring. This class consists of seated and weight floor exercises with a medium level cardio component. Primary focus is aerobic endurance, muscular strength, balance and flexibility. Classes are offered three days per week.

INTRO TO RESISTANCE TRAINING / ACTIVE OLDER ADULT 113974

6:30- 8:00PM

Smooth Sailing Through Menopause: Management of Menopause Symptoms

113706

ACTIVE OLDER ADULT

W

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $168

NM $224

Partner Fee:

M $84

NM $112

DO YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR

fitness & leadership?

SHAWNESSY YMCA FALL 2016

Capoeira is the ultimate activity for transforming the whole person. This Brazilian martial art promotes growth in strength, flexibility, rhythm & agility as well as camaraderie, community, confidence & respect. Step out of your comfort zone and find fun and success with Capoeira!

113713

Th

7:45- 9:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 14

M $175

NM $228

Become a certified fitness instructor. See pages 39 for details.

It’s a great way to maintain your fitness level, learn more about health and fitness and help others.

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MIND/BODY

113741

W

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 14

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

113743

Su

10:00-11:00AM

Sep 18

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

INTRODUCTION TO YOGA

113742

W

6:30- 7:30PM

Nov 2

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

This class is great for beginners and for those restarting their practice after taking a long break from yoga. The class will teach the fundamentals to help you feel comfortable taking drop-in classes.

113748

Su

10:00-11:00AM

Nov 6

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

PILATES MAT CLASS / LEVEL 1

114605

M

8:30- 9:30PM

Sep 12

Classes: 6

M $0

NM $84

114639

Th

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

114641

F

11:15-12:15PM

Sep 16

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

113804

Tu

6:15- 7:15PM

Sep 13

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

Th

7:45- 8:45PM

Sep 15

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

Build core strength, flexibility and posture in this challenging self-paced workout. Grow selfawareness and build lasting friendships while leading yourself to a healthy and active life.

114638

M

8:30- 9:30PM

Oct 31

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

113807

114640

Th

6:30- 7:30PM

Nov 3

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

113805

Tu

6:15- 7:15PM

Nov 1

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

NM $98

113808

Th

7:45- 8:45PM

Nov 3

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

114642

F

11:15-12:15PM

Nov 4

Classes: 7

M $0

ADVANCED YOGA / LEVEL 2 Lift your body and spirit to the next level. This class will help you grow your yoga practice through more advanced postures. This level is appropriate for people who have taken level one or introduction to yoga.

PRE-NATAL & POST-NATAL BABY & ME POST-NATAL WATER WORKOUT Have fun with your baby and get to know other moms while getting into shape! Improve your aerobic conditioning, build strength and stretch while your little one plays in the water right beside you in their own personal floatation device (boat). Your baby will love being in the water while you experience this playful way of getting fit! Babies ages 6-18 months are welcome.

113730

Tu

7:45- 9:15PM

Sep 13

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $147

113733

Tu

12:00- 1:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $147

113731

Th

7:45- 9:15PM

Sep 15

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $147

113735

Tu

7:45- 9:15PM

Nov 1

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $147

113851

Tu

10:15-11:00AM

Sep 13

Classes: 7

M $53

NM $74

113737

Tu

12:00- 1:30PM

Nov 1

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $147

113849

Th

1:15- 2:00PM

Sep 15

Classes: 7

M $53

NM $74

113736

Th

7:45- 9:15PM

Nov 3

Classes: 7

M $105

NM $14

113852

Tu

10:15-11:00AM

Nov 1

Classes: 7

M $53

NM $74

113850

Th

1:15- 2:00PM

Nov 3

Classes: 7

M $53

NM $74

FAMILY YOGA AGE:7Y AND UP

POST-NATAL FITNESS

Enjoy stretching, strengthening and spending quality time together in this calming atmosphere.

This class is designed to bring parents and children together to explore the benefits of health and wellness while learning and developing basic yoga postures.

Post-natal mom & baby classes provide the opportunity to workout with your baby and meet other moms. This supportive land-based fitness class is designed to help women strengthen, stabilize and re-condition post-partum. The class will incorporate cardio, resistance, core and stretching exercises appropriate for post-natal women.

113817

M

6:45- 7:45PM

Sep 12

Classes: 6

M $0

NM $84

113819

Tu

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 13

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

113857

Tu

10:30-11:30AM

Sep 13

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

113858

Tu

10:30-11:30AM

Nov 1

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

114780

Su

11:15-12:15PM

Sep 18

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

113818

M

6:45- 7:45PM

Oct 31

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

113820

Tu

6:30- 7:30PM

Nov 1

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

114781

Su

11:15-12:15PM

Nov 6

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $98

FUSION Fusion is an intelligent and inspiring blend of yoga, pilates and fitness through a progressive series of yoga postures and exercises to train strength, balance and flexibility. Relaxation is included at the end of each class.

113740

M

6:30- 7:40PM

Sep 12

Classes: 13

M $130

PRE-NATAL YOGA Experience Hatha yoga to help with a healthy pregnancy, delivery and recovery. This course will guide you through slow poses, breath work and relaxation techniques in a serene atmosphere to support your mind, body and spirit.

113862

Th

6:30- 7:30PM

Sep 15

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

113863

Th

6:30- 7:30PM

Nov 3

Classes: 7

M $70

NM $98

NM $182

Looking for a great work out that’s easy on your joints?

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RESISTANCE TRAINING INTRO TO RESISTANCE TRAINING This class will help grow your understanding of strength training fundamentals and is geared for a beginner level. The instructor will lead you through resistance exercises with a focus on proper technique and execution. Belong to a group dedicated to improving strength!

113998

W

10:00-11:00AM

Sep 14

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $91

114023

W

10:00-11:00AM

Nov 2

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $91

INTRO TO RESISTANCE TRAINING / ACTIVE OLDER ADULT

Looking for more ways to stay motivated & fit this Fall?

Learn safe, effective ways to include more free weight, on-the-ball and advanced balance exercises into your routine.

113974

Tu, Th

2:15- 3:15PM

Sep 13

Classes: 28

M $140

NM $227

WOMEN’S RESISTANCE TRAINING This class will help grow your understanding of strength training fundamentals and is geared for a beginner level. The instructor will lead you through resistance exercises with a focus on proper technique and execution. Belong to a group dedicated to improving strength!

113996

M

10:00-11:00AM

Sep 12

Classes: 6

M $0

NM $78

113997

M

10:00-11:00AM

Nov 7

Classes: 7

M $0

NM $91

ADVANCED CONDITIONING Discover advanced training protocols that will kick your resistance training up a notch and provide you with another level of challenge.

113981

Tu, Th

10:00-11:00AM

Sep 13

Classes: 28

M $280

NM $364

FUNCTIONAL TRAINING Looking for a metabolic boost? This class aims to raise your metabolic rate for up to 16-48 hours after the workout. Short bursts of high intensity training with options for ALL levels will help you thrive for the rest of your day. Challenge yourself with this new class that combines fitness and strength resistance with bouldering and climbing on our indoor climbing wall.

114042

Tu

7:30- 9:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

M $228

NM $284

TRX BOOTCAMP

1

Get a one-on-one training session with a personal trainer.

Visit page 38 for details.

2

Take a free drop-in fitness class. Visit page 40 for descriptions (schedules available online and on our free app).

The TRX suspension trainer is used to lead you through a bootcamp-style class for a total body workout. Body weight and functional training allows all levels to be in control of resistance being used. This class is designed to maximize your cardiovascular and strength benefits with a fun and effective workout.

112635

Tu

8:30- 9:00PM

Sep 13

Classes: 14

Check out our adult swim programs on page 22. From Aqua boot camp to triathlon swim and masters swim, we have programs to suit all levels.

SHAWNESSY YMCA FALL 2016

M $140

NM $182

3

Become a fitness leader.

Visit page 39 for details.

When you volunteer as a fitness leader at the Y, get a free YMCA membership.

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Along with being certified under YMCA Canada’s intensive Fitness Leadership program, our Personal Trainers are required to have a strong base knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, movement, exercise technique, program design, safety and injury management, and leadership skills.

GET RESULTS WITH

Personal Training

ALL YMCA trainers have completed an apprenticeship and undergo practical observations, on a regular basis, to ensure they continue to demonstrate the required competency levels.

GETTING STARTED Get started with our best deal in personal training!

(one-on-one)

New to resistance training or wanting to boost your current program? Get started with an individualized training program developed by a certified personal trainer.

Get a competitive edge and build your team spirit at a great price.

MEMBER $125 NON MEMBER $175

Enhance your workout with 5, 10, or 20 60-minute training sessions. A certified trainer will monitor technique and ensure your program includes the right combination of exercises and duration to give you the results you want.

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$300 $405

$570 $750

$1020 $1380

FOR MORE DETAILS, SPEAK WITH A MEMBER OF OUR STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING TEAM.

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Take your sport to the next level in a 60-minute intense team training session. Your personalized session will build speed, agility, strength, endurance or general fitness while you build team chemistry and get the edge you need to win your next game or competition. $200

SEMI-PRIVATE TRAINING

(one-on-one)

(maximum 20 people)

TEAM 60-MINUTE SESSION

PRIVATE TRAINING Get close monitoring & individual attention.

TEAM TRAINING - NEW!

Get the motivation & accountability of a partner or small group.

(maximum four people)

Reduce your cost and increase the fun with small group personal training. You will still receive individual attention and get results in these 60-minute sessions. Choose from a package of 5, 10, or 20 sessions. Rates below are per person.

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MEMBER $235 NON MEMBER $310

BOOK A PERSONAL TRAINING SESSION TODAY!

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$390 $520

$750 $1000

QUALITY TRAINING

GUARANTEED

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DO YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR

fitness & leadership?

Become a Certified Fitness Leader and share your love for health and fitness with others in your community.

Need more motivation to become a fitness leader?

Our volunteer fitness instructors get a free YMCA membership.

Our certified leadership courses include all the technical fitness requirements you need to become a Certified Fitness Leader. Each course includes fitness theory and the fundamentals of leading fitness programs. You will apply your learning through peer teaching, learning assignments, apprenticeship and a final practical observation.

Personal Training: 40 HRS

Group Strength: 35 HRS

Cardio: 35 HRS

Develop the knowledge and skills to work one-on-one with clients to create tailored exercise programs.

Gain the knowledge and experience needed to effectively instruct classes such as bootcamp and cross training.

Learn to instruct choreography classes such as Hi-Lo or Step, through a mix of classroom and studio time.

Aquatic Fitness: 35 HRS

Cycle: 35 HRS

Yoga: 48 HRS

Learn water and movement principles for teaching vertical aquatic fitness classes in both deep & shallow water.

Gain the skills needed to lead group cycle classes, monitor participant intensity and help build their cardiovascular endurance.

Learn the principles of instructing Hatha yoga classes, with a focus on intro level program delivery.

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Click here and for details or to register online.

Become a fitness leader today!

PREREQUISITES: You must have attended a minimum of 50 hours of fitness classes or have a minimum of 50 hours of training/practice in the certification stream you wish to enrol in. Prior to registration you must be approved by a YMCA Canada Fitness Trainer or YMCA Calgary Fitness or Strength & Conditioning Director.

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PROGRAM & REGISTRATION DETAILS.

TO CYCLE OR NOT TO CYCLE. THAT IS THE QUESTION. Take advantage of over 115 free weekly drop-in fitness classes offered each week across the city.

It’s a great way to keep motivated and stay fit.

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THE YMCA APP

GET IT FREE Search “YMCA Calgary” on

The app is a quick and convenient way to access drop-in fitness schedule and more.

Google Play or the App Store Check drop-in schedules

Receive news & event updates View online program guides

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DROP-IN FITNESS DESCRIPTIONS Drop-in schedules vary between facilities. See our schedules on the app or online.

AQUATICS

CARDIO

CYCLE

MIND & BODY

Deep Water Fitness

Shallow Water Fitness

Improve your mobility, stability and endurance with a great cardiovascular workout using a buoyancy belt in the deep water. There is no impact on the joints making it a perfect environment for those with injuries or limitations or those wanting to cross train. Confidence in deep water is required.

This class takes place in the shallow end of the pool where your feet can always touch the floor. Utilizing the resistance of the water, this class will challenge your muscular and cardiovascular endurance while improving balance, stability and flexibility. Swimming ability is not required for participation.

Zumba

High/Low

Step

Join the party! Zumba cardio dance will take you through basic salsa, reggaeton, flamenco and other international rhythms with a fitness flare. Dance your way into shape!

Choreographed cardiovascular format combining high and low intensity movements, followed by muscular endurance component and full-body stretching.

Choreographed cardiovascular format on the Step followed by full-body stretching.

Step Circuit

Cardio Kickboxing

High-intensity class which may blend step aerobics with resistance training.

Work on your cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone and motor skills through a variety of kickboxing techniques.

Group Cycle

Cycle Strength

Gentle Water Fitness This gentle shallow water class is designed for older adults and anyone wanting to take things a little easier. Improve your endurance, mobility and range of motion in a welcoming environment with basic movements and stretches. Swimming ability is not required for participation.

Instructor’s Choice Mix things up in your routine and try one of our instructors choice classes - class changes week to week according to the instructor teaching the class.

Come prepared for a full body workout that emphasizes proper form and technique.

Get ready to challenge your endurance and stamina with hills, climbs, sprints and more.

Come prepared for a full body workout that emphasizes proper form and technique.

This class combines muscle conditioning exercises, using a variety of equipment (off the bike), with cardiovascular training on the indoor cycling bike.

Yoga

Gentle Yoga

Stretch & Relaxation

This class will improve your flexibility, strength, balance and body awareness.

Through a series of breathing exercises and poses you will release stress and leave feeling stronger and more centered.

This class focuses on the healing aspects of Yoga utilizing stretching, relaxation and mind calming techniques. Gentle modifications and restorative poses will help beginners and those needing exercise alternatives due to injuries. Lengthen and release your muscles and reduce stress in a peaceful environment.

Round out your fitness program with safe stretching techniques and relaxation exercises.

Barbell Blast

Gentle Fitness

This weight-training workout utilizes barbells and plates for a total body workout.

This class has a periodized approach- the instructor in every YMCA Calgary branch will lead you through the same resistance program for a 6-8 week period to maximize adaptations and proper technique.

Gentle fitness will provide a total body, low impact workout that incorporates cardiovascular, resistance and balance exercises. Improve your endurance, mobility and stability without undue stress on your joints. This class is suitable for beginners and anyone requiring a modified program.

STRENGTH Muscle Works

This non-cardio class uses a variety of equipment to develop muscular strength and endurance with emphasis on proper execution of movements.

HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) This class is a dynamic, high-energy workout that challenges balance, core strength and muscular endurance with non-choreographed intervals.

BARRE A low-impact ballet, yoga and pilates inspired workout that focuses on core strength, improving posture and strengthening stability muscles.

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Cross Training This high-intensity class combines minimally-choreographed cardiovascular intervals with resistance training techniques such as pure strength, agility, plyometrics, isometrics, core and sportrelated drills.

Stroller Fit Post-natal, strength-based workout incorporating non-choreographed cardiovascular components with basic strength and core training

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OUTDOOR PROGRAMS

AT CAMP

Riveredge TAKE YOUR NEXT PROGRAM OR EVENT OUTSIDE. Camp Riveredge is a year-round outdoor facility located at Sandy Beach in southwest Calgary.

This completely outdoor space is filled with wide open natural spaces and activity areas. As a program participant or booked group, you will get a chance to test your skills on the lowropes and challenge course, bouldering cube, and archery range.

This unique outdoor space along with YMCA programming will keep program participants and booked groups active and engaged.

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These programs are at Camp Riveredge. our outdoor program space at Sandy Beach in southwest Calgary.

SHARE THE GREAT OUTDOORS WITH A GROUP.

ARCHERY @ RIVEREDGE AGE:10Y - 13Y Riveredge is a unique outdoor facility. Come and experience the fun of a fully outdoor camp right in the city! Host to the only competition sized archery range in the city, participants will enjoy the art of arrow shooting in a fun and safe environment.

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10:00-11:00AM

Sep 17

Classes: 7

M $77

NM $105

ARCHERY @ RIVEREDGE AGE:14Y - 18Y Riveredge is a unique outdoor facility. Come and experience the fun of a fully outdoor camp right in the city! Host to the only competition sized archery range in the city, participants will enjoy the art of arrow shooting in a fun and safe environment.

114871

Sa

11:00-12:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 7

M $77

Looking for a fun birthday party option or an outing for your community, work or school group?

Camp Riveredge is available year-round for birthday parties, team-building and more!

Visit ymcacalgary.org for details.

NM $105

SPORTS @ RIVEREDGE AGE:10Y - 15Y Riveredge is a unique outdoor facility bolstering a variety of different activities such as bouldering, challenge course, archery, low ropes, gaga ball etc. Each week, participants will spend their time exploring the outdoors and enjoying a different activity onsite.

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Sa

1:00- 2:00PM

Sep 17

Classes: 7

M $77

NM $105

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