NORTH VALLEY FAMILY YMCA 2014 Spring Guide

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THANKS TO OUR HEALTHY KIDS DAY & CAMP SIGN-Up Sponsors: Lion’s Club District 4-L1

2014 SPRING Program Guide

north valley family ymca at porter ranch

WELCOME

to a new season, budding with new opportunities for personal growth.

The Y is all about vibrant chances, getting active with friends and neighbors who learn and play in the promise of good things to come.

We grow how we go.

Join us!

INSIDE This Issue: SHOP FOR A CAUSE

Save the date for some healthy shopping and to help support our Y! On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 Whole Foods in Porter Ranch will donate a portion of their sales. For more information or to volunteer contact Liz Odabashian at 818-271-5059.

Summer Camps

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Swim with Us

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Family Time 24-25 Active Kids 18-20 Kids’ Creative Classes

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Our Hours Monday through Friday: 5am – 10pm Saturday: 7am – 7pm Sunday: 8am – 6pm (Pool closes 30 minutes before facility closure)

Holiday Hours MEMORIAL Day, May 26 Facility: 5am - 10pm Child Activity Center: 8am-2pm, 3pm-7pm Independence Day, July 4 5am - 3pm, child care sites closed

Fresh Faces at their Best and Brightest Y Membership

You can be a part of all that. New friends, new passions, and a happy, healthier you -- what’s not to love?

Become a member today.

MEMBERSHIP Rates* Family Two adults and their dependent children.

Joining Fee $100 Monthly Dues $74 One Adult Family One Adult and dependent children.

Joining Fee $100 Monthly Dues $64 Adult Any person 18 years and older Joining Fee $100 Monthly Dues $49 Teen Ages 12-17 Joining Fee Monthly Dues

$30 $32

Contact our welcome center for more information: 818-368-3231. * Financial assistance The North Valley Family YMCA offers scholarships for those who qualify.

Please call for more details.

YES WE DO... APPRECIATE YOU! Join us for our monthly member appreciation days filled with delicious healthy foods, as our thanks to you for being a part of our Y family.

Member Appreciation Day: 2nd Wednesday of every month (Date subject to change.)

We’ve got gusto! Deep breaths, strengthened minds and bodies, and good company fill our space, and there’s room for you.

The Y is accessible to everyone. Financial assistance is available for individuals and families who cannot afford membership. There is no contract so you can cancel your membership at any time.

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Healthy Lifestyles

Group Exercise

The Y is a passionate advocate of healthy lifestyles and would love to help you kick-start yours today. We offer a variety of individualized programs to meet your health goals. A healthy lifestyles coach is available to all members included in your membership because YMCA staff is intent on understanding your needs and creating a partnership for your success.

The Y offers 90 group exercise classes weekly for every fitness level to make sure you succeed, even with your busy schedule. In just as little as 30 minutes, you can work out with us and achieve better health. Our classes include: Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Zumba, Water Aerobics, Water Arthritis, Water Pilates and Kickboxing. Please visit our website at www.ymcala.org/nv for a complete schedule of classes.

Aquatics Water exercise is one of the best health regimens, yielding optimum results without the overheating or strain on joints. Our indoor heated pool provides lap swimming lanes, family swim time, water walking, and a wide array of swim classes including parentinfant, youth and adult.

FitLinxx The FitLinxx computer individual exercise log system is another simple, smart way to get and stay fit. The technology tracks your progress and is designed to ensure that you succeed in improving your well being and quality of life.

Fitness Solutions : Pathway to a Healthier You! Take advantage of our new Health and Wellness program! Our new 5- week program is tailored to help reach your specific goals at a pace that’s comfortable for you. Read more on P. 22

Everyone Wins in Youth Sports In Junior Lakers/Shooting Sparks basketball, soccer and volleyball, everyone plays. The emphasis is on fun and preparing children to do more than win on the court or field — they prepare young people to be winners in life.

Join Today!

Youth Membership

And thank yourself for giving yourself a huge gift — the gift of health!

Monthly payment with no obligation for the length of your membership may be transferred from a checking or savings account or credit card.

161 youth fitness classes per week are provided for teens and kids, starting as young as two months: tumbling, karate, dance, youth sports, art, the Jack Oakie Visual & Performing Arts Program, Parents Night Out and Family Fun Nights.

Additional Membership Benefits • Children’s Activity Center: a safe and fun environment, welcomes your children while you work out.

• Security lockers for the safekeeping of your purses, bags, wallets and keys.

• Day lockers. Please bring your own lock.

• Towel service for your convenience.

• Easy online registration for classes.

• Guest privileges, so you can share your YMCA with friends and family.

• 23 YMCAs across Los Angeles welcome you as a facility member for occasional use.

Members between the ages of 10 and 15 years may enroll in our Teen Fitness Certification Program. After completing the program, teens may use the healthy lifestyles program areas. Members ages 12 – 15 may also take Adult Group Exercise classes with their parents.

Guest Privileges

As a member of the North Valley Family YMCA, you may accompany one guest, according to the guest policy. The guest must bring photo I.D., fill out required paperwork and sign a waiver. If a child is your guest (either family or friends of your own children), only parents or legal guardians (with appropriate documentation) may sign for minors.

Peak Hour Restrictions We welcome other YMCA members during non-peak hours. Peak hours are Monday–Thursday, 4pm – 7:30pm and Saturdays from 9am – noon.

If you would like to work out during this time, the cost is $10.

Please email or call us!

Bessie Salguero Membership Director BessieSalguero@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2310

STAY AND PLAY WITH FRIENDS

The Child Activity Center is a GREAT place to play while your parent’s workout at the YMCA! Members may sign in their children ages 2 months to 11 year olds for a limit of 2 hours while on-site at the YMCA facilities.

Activities include: • Free Play • Interactive Play • Story Time

• Arts & Crafts • Music Time

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT The pathway that every child travels to grow up is best when it streams with opportunity. Every youth activity or event that we offer at the Y marks real moments for personal growth -whether you’re a sprout, a sprig, or full grown tree!

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Make & Do & Kid Around

Please email or call us!

CLASSES Amanda Hendrick Youth & Family Director AmandaHendrick@ymcala.org 818 271 5075

Arts, Classes & Clubs for Kids What can they do exactly? There’s one way to find out! With some focus and fun in a variety of areas that will be valuable for life, the discovery is up to them.

Art & Discovery Classes

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Explore & Create: ages 1 - 3

Cooking Classes: ages 2 - 17

Cheer Program

Children will participate in hands on learning through crafts and exploration what will encourage their creativity. Introduction to various tactile experiments included.

Kids will learn about nutrition and healthy foods through games, play fun and cooking. Use your taste, smell, touch and sight to discover different types of food. Enjoy studying nutrition in a nurturing environment. Required: 1 apron, Donation of different foods each month. Limited to 1 class per week.

Cheerleaders can use the skills they learn to cheer at YMCA basketball games and other community events!

Adventures in Arts: ages 4 – 12 For the youngest age group in our art classes, the focus is on fun, creativity and spontaneity. Encouragement provides an emotionally rewarding and nurturing experience. Limited to one class per week.

Exploring Art: ages 6 – 17 Learn the basic principles of art in a fun and nurturing environment.

Creativity will be heavily emphasized along with positive encouragement.

Limited to one class per week.

Creative Writing: ages 5 to 15 years This is a fun class for home-school age groups in creative writing. Learn great creative writing skills including short sto-ries, journalism, and poetry!

Mad Science: ages 5 to 15 years Find the scientist in you! Enjoy doing fun science experience in a controlled & safe environment. Learn about a different scientific topic each week with a series of fun experiments and take one activities.

Students are taught multiple cheers, jumps, dances, and much more. Have fun and join the cheerleading squad!

The 5-month program includes professional instruction, banquets, and cheer uniforms. Spring/Summer cheerleading sign-ups start in January. $220 per child w/o uniform $265 w/ uniform

Martial Arts: ages 6 – 11 Black belt instructors teach your children in a fun and safe environment. Well-rounded training and exciting activities make for an experience to remember. $45 per session

Open Registration Dates WINTER/SPRING SESSSION: Reg Forms available: December 14 Return Completed forms: January 3 Session runs: January 6 - May 31

Summer Session:

Reg Forms available: May 21 Return Completed forms: May 30 Session runs: June 2 - August 23

SPLISH, SPLASH AND HAVE A BLAST Swim

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With earnest and capable lifeguards and instructors at the ready, the pool is a perfect spot for blending fun, fitness, and safety awareness in every stroke.

Water Safety Day

Saturday, May 17th

Youth & Government Model Legislature & Court (ML/C) for High School Students California YMCA Youth & Government’s Model Legislature & Court (ML/C) has been the state’s premier youth leadership and civic development program since 1948. The ML/C creates a six-month, learn-by-doing experience that teaches the values of democracy by bringing together a cross-section of the state’s high school students. This program provides them with the opportunity to experience government first-hand and to learn how to solve community problems through the democratic process as well as debate and discuss issues with peers from throughout California.

Teens have weekly meetings starting around the first week of school, and have an adult advisor who meets the volunteer criteria of the local YMCA that the delegation is affiliated with, as well as any regulations set forth by the state office.

Model United Nations (MUN) for Middle School Students The North Valley Family YMCA offers the Model United Nations (MUN) program. Middle school students, called ambassadors, participate in the program with their peers. While engaged at the YMCA, they are given the opportunity to discuss international issues, discover other cultures, develop life-enhancing skills, and make new friends. The four-month program culminates when ambassadors from around the state meet at the YMCA’s annual Model United Nations Summit in Irvine, California.

Teens have weekly meetings starting in January, and have an adult advisor who meets the volunteer criteria of the local YMCA that the delegation is affiliated with, as well as any regulations set forth by the state office.

Please email or call us!

Rene Rubaclava ReneRubaclava@ymcala.org 818 521 7178

We remain committed to teaching water safety to save lives. Come learn how to stay safe in and around the water through fun activities teaching survival techniques and boating safety. All ages are welcome!

Lifeguard Training Learn to save a life in our YMCA Lifeguard Training course. Successful participants will earn certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen, and Lifeguarding. Participants must be 16 years of age by the last day of the course. Ask for more details!

Jr. Lifeguards Ages 12 and Up Are you curious about what it takes to become a lifeguard? This 3 week program will give participants practice on swim skills and rescues, and train them in CPR, AED, and First Aid. We will be offering two sessions of this course.

Y Splash Week 2013

April 21-25 Jump in the pool and join us for a week of free, funfilled events! Learn water safety skills through our family-friendly activities. Ask for details!

Treasure Hunt: Monday, April 21st Come look for buried treasure in the pool! Turn in your treasure for some fun prizes!

WATER VOLLEYBALL: Tuesday, April 22nd Bump, set, splash! Join us for a game of water volleyball with one session for the kids and one for the semiors.

AGES 4-24 MONTHS

AGES 6-12 YEARS

Parent-Tot

Polliwog

A class for young children and their parents.

Introduce your child to the joys of swimming, being comfortable in the water, and learning water safety.

AGES 3-5 YEARS Pike This beginner class for pre-school swimmers help first timers conquer their fear of water and/or deal with separation anxiety.

Children will learn basic skills and gain confidence in the water.

Eel These advanced beginners build on their comfort level in the water. Students will begin learning freestyle and backstroke fundamentals.

Ray With an understanding of freestyle and backstroke basics these students will learn side breathing and be introduced to the breaststroke. Rays no longer use flotation devices and begin being self-sufficient in the water.

Starfish This advanced level class will challenge students to increase their endurance by swimming at least 12½ yards. Stroke technique is refined and the breaststroke is learned.

Sea Horses This is the advanced level class for this age group. This class will focus on endurance (swimming entire length of the pool) and competitive skills; butterfly is introduced and students will learn open turns.

Seahorse Water Polo: Thursday, April 24th Ride your seahorse (noodle) while playing waterpolo!

Don’t know how to play? Our instructors will show you!

Dive In Movie Night: Friday, April 25th Come spend quality time in the pool with your family and friends while watching a movie!

Please email or call us!

Lauren Szendrei Aquatics Director LaurenSzendrei@ymcala.org 818 271 5082

The beginners in this class will gain confidence by learning to float on their back and stomach, gliding, and being introduced to freestyle and backstroke.

Guppy Students at this level will gain total independence in the water. Freestyle with side breathing and backstroke are fully learned, and children are introduced to breaststroke.

Minnow At the intermediate level students will focus on endurance in freestyle and backstroke.

Emphasis will be placed on proper form for an entire length of the pool.

Fish After increasing their endurance, children at this level will work on technique refinement with freestyle and backstroke. Breaststroke will be covered in depth and butterfly will be introduced.

Flying Fish Swimmers at this level will continue refining each of the competitive strokes; proper form and timing in breaststroke and butterfly; flip-turns for freestyle and backstroke. Swim distance will increase and endurance will improve.

Shark The most advanced level preceding entry to the Porpoise program, swimmers in Shark will improve on fitness and endurance and focus on technique and efficiency.

Home School Lessons Swim lessons for home schoolers ages 5-12.

Get fit, meet new friends, and have lots of fun!

Youth Fit Swim A fitness class is like no other, this hour-long class keeps students moving without realizing they are working out! Students will have fun in the water, stay active and meet new friends. Children must be 8 years or older, and at least at the guppy level.

AGES 13-18 YEARS Porpoise Swim Club This program is for swimmers who are interested in becoming lifelong swim-teamers.

This is a non-competitive swim club, offering a swim team experience without the competitions. While in the program, swimmers will be coached in stroke development, fitness, endurance, and speed. Students will also learn how to use a pace clock which will aid in their development to becoming a future swim team participant. The program also encourages children to develop relationships with peers in a fun safe environment.

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1. Beckford St. School child care + P.L.A.Y. 19130 Tulsa St. Northridge (#191200080)

10. El Oro Way Elementary School child care 12230 El Oro Way Granada Hills (#197417489)

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19. Knollwood School child care + P.L.A.Y. 11822 Gerald Ave. Granada Hills (#197408773)

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20. LOCKHURST Elementary School Academy of Enriched Sciences P.L.A.Y. 6170 Lockhurst Dr. Woodland Hills

2. CALABASH St. School P.L.A.Y. 23055 Eugene St, Woodland Hills

11. Garden Grove Elementary School P.L.A.Y. 18141 Valerio St. Reseda

3. Calahan St. School child care 18722 Knapp St. Northridge (#197408456)

12. Germain St. School child care + P.L.A.Y. 20730 Germain St. Chatsworth (#191221714)

21. Lorne Elementary School P.L.A.Y. 17440 Lorne St. Northridge

4. Capistrano Ave. School P.L.A.Y. 8118 Capistrano Ave. West Hills

13. GLEDHILL St. School P.L.A.Y. 16030 Gledhill St. North Hills

22. morningside Elementary School P.L.A.Y. 576 N Maclay Ave, San Fernando

5. Castlebay Lane School child care 19010 Castlebay Lane Northridge (#191200086)

14. Granada Elementary School child care 17170 Tribune St. Granada Hills (#197413907)

23. San Jose School P.L.A.Y. 14928 Clymer St. Mission Hills

6. Chatsworth Park School P.L.A.Y. 22005 Devonshire St, Chatsworth 7. Danube Ave. School child care + P.L.A.Y. 11220 Danube Ave. Granada Hills (#197404980) 8. Darby Elementary School CHILD CARE 10818 Darby Ave. Northridge (#TBD) 9. Dearborn Street School child care + P.L.A.Y. 9240 Wish Ave. Northridge (#197409616)

15. Harding St. School child care + P.L.A.Y. 13060 N. Harding St. Sylmar (#197401223) 16. Hart St. School P.L.A.Y. 21040 Hart St. Canoga Park 17. Haskell School child care 15850 Tulsa St. Granada Hills (#191223290) 18. KESter Ave. School P.L.A.Y. 5353 Kester Avenue, Sherman Oaks

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24. Superior St. School child care 9756 Oso Ave. Chatsworth (#192006429)

30. Wilbur Ave. school P.L.A.Y. 5213 Crebs Ave, Tarzana

25. Topeka Dr. School P.L.A.Y. 9815 Topeka Dr. Northridge

31. Frost Middle School basketball + PICKUP SCHOOL FOR CLUB MID 12314 Bradford Pl. Granada Hills

26. Valley Alternative Magnet School P.L.A.Y. 6701 Balboa Blvd, Van Nuys 27. Van Gogh School child care 17160 Van Gogh St. Granada Hills (#197404234)

32. GEORGE K. Porter Middle School basketball + club mid 15960 Kingsbury St. Granada Hills 33. Holmes Middle School basketball 9351 Paso Robles Ave. Northridge

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34. NOBEL Middle School PICK UP FOR Club mid 9950 Tampa Ave, Northridge 35. Northridge Middle School basketball + indoor soccer 17960 Chase St. Northridge 36. Patrick Henry Middle School basketball + indoor soccer + PICK UP FOR Club mid 17340 San Jose St. Granada Hills 37. Porter RANCH COMMUNITY School child care + club mid + P.L.A.Y. 12450 Mason Ave, Porter Ranch

38. Granada Hills Charter High School basketball + volleyball 10535 Zelzah Ave, Granada Hills 39. San Fernando High School basketball + volleyball 11133 O’Melveny Ave. San Fernando 40. YMCA Infant & Preschool Center child care 11630 Indian Hills Road Mission Hills (#191232736 and #191232738) 41. YMCA Preschool Learning Center child care 15950 Chatsworth St. Granada Hills (#197416505)

North Valley Family YMCA at Porter Ranch 11336 Corbin Avenue, Northridge, CA 91326 (P) 818 368 3231 (F) 818 368 5437 | www.ymcala.org/nv

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SUMMER FUN BECOMES FALL SUCCESS Child Care

WEEKLY PRESCHOOL CAMP THEMES:

Playing while learning is square one at the Y. All of our licensed, on-site, before and after school programs and Infant & Preschool Learning Centers will help your children feel prepared for their next school adventure.

SUMMER EXPO CAMP:

Arts, Sports, & Speciality Camp Kindergarten - 5th Grade June 10 – August 7 at Topeka Charter School for Advanced Studies Hours: 9am-4:30pm with FREE extended care 6:30-9am, and 4:30-6:30pm* Expo camp is a 9-week specialty day camp that offers a variety of sports, arts, and sciences.

Whether you’re “kickin’ it” during our soccer week or making things disappear in our magic camp, our Summer Expo camp has a fun-filled lineup that every kid will enjoy.

Week 1: June 11 - 13 (Off June 10th ) Soccer $125 | Hands-On Art $125 Week 2: June 16 - 20

Martial Arts $157 | Chess & Brain Games $158 Week 3: June 23 - 27 Co-Ed Flag Football $157 | Magic & Illusion $158 Week 4: June 30 - July 3 (Off July 4th ) Ultimate Athlete $125

| Bracelets, Beads, Knitting, & Weaving $125 Week 5: July 7 - 11 Co-Ed Baseball & Softball $157 | Painting $158 Week 6: July 14- 18 Tennis, Ping Pong, & Racquet Sports $158

| Hip Hop Dance $157 Week 7: July 21 – 25 Golf & Mini Golf $158 | Extreme Science $158 Week 8: July 28- August 1 Basketball $158 | Cheer & Dance Squad $158 Week 9: August 4 – 6 (Off August 7th and 8th) Extreme Soccer $194 | Origami $95 Cost: $158 for 5-day, full day Camp $95 for 5-day, Half-day Camp (Half-Day Am is from 9am-1pm, Half-Day PM is from 12:30pm-4:30pm. Half-Day Campers are still eligible for free extended care)

AT THE BRANCH Child Activity Center: Ages 2 months - 10 years A nurturing environment with developmentally appropriate activities and equipment for your child, the Child Activity Center is available while you are in the Porter Ranch facility.

Games, arts and crafts, music, group activities, and social interaction nourishes the spirit, mind and body of all participants.

Mon, Wed & Fri: 8am – 2pm | 3pm – 8pm Tues & Thurs: 8am – 1:30pm | 3pm – 8pm Sat: 8:30am – 1pm Sun: 9am – 12pm

Infant & Preschool Our nurturing staff encourages children and focuses on their need to explore. We let children to be children.

Locations To better serve the community, we now offer two locations situated conveniently near major freeways:

Infant & Preschool Center: ages 6 weeks - 5 years 11630 Indian Hills Road, Mission Hills

Please email or call us!

AT THE BRANCH Amanda Hendrick Youth & Family Director AmandaHendrick@ymcala.org 818 271 5075 SUMMER EXPO CAMP Thaddeus Molnar ThaddeusMolnar@ymcala.org (O) 818-271-5052 (C) 818-516-9255

Preschool Learning Center: ages 2 - 5 years old 15950 Chatsworth Street, Granada Hills Open from 6:30am - 6:30pm, both locations offer the same commitment to excellence and licensed care for your children.

High-Scope Curriculum Aligned with the State of California Preschool Standards, we focus on the developmental stages of growth for the whole child.

How do I enroll my child?

Call or come by the Y at Porter Ranch or set up a tour at your location of choice.

Admission is ongoing. Provided there is a space, your child can be enrolled as soon as their registration papers are completed and turned in.

Program Highlights • Safe environment with qualified,

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caring teachers Age-appropriate hands-on activities Kindergarten readiness Science exploration Multi-cultural exposure Dramatic play Character development Family events

PRESCHOOL CAMP: This specialty camp offers unique experiences for our littlest ones at two locations, giving them the love and encouragement they need to explore and grow every day. Please contact the site you are interested in for pricing information and

Week 1: Buggin’Out Join us as we explore the incredible world of Bugs. We will learn all about their diet and favorite climate.

Week 2: under construction During this week we will get our hands dirty as we build great cities and towering buildings. Learn about blue prints and interesting architecture.

Week 3: symphony of the 5 senses We will explore our world through all of our senses and embark on an adventure discovering the sounds and sights of everything around us.

Week 4: space is the place Ever wonder what space is made up of?

Well wonder no more as we will take you on an adventure that is out of this world… we will learn about the Milky Way and the stars in space.

Week 5: imaginarium During this week we will exercise our minds and let our creativity roll. We will explore with a variety of materials from conventional to the unusual.

Week 6: penguinS and polar bears Wondering why Polar Bears and Penguins enjoy the icy cool weather? Join us, and we will take you along for this frosty adventure as we learn all about these incredible lovable creatures.

Week 7: Kitchen creations We will use our little hands to create new foods with different colors and textures to satisfy our taste buds.

Week 8: the great escape Magic wands and pixie dust. We will discover the mysteries of magic and the tricks behind it.

Week 9:olympic challenge Let’s get moving and challenge ourselves to win a meal by completing the obstacle challenge.

Please email or call us!

INFANT & PRESCHOOL CENTERS Rosa Contreras Infant & Preschool Center Director RosaContreras@ymcala.org 818 898 1131 11630 Indian Hills Road, Mission Hills Ana Duarte Preschool Learning Center Director AnaDuarte@ymcala.org 818 891 9214 15950 Chatsworth Street, Granada Hills

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen School-Age CHILD CARE

Please email or call us!

LICENSED Summer Camp Children get to know themselves and others as they explore interests and broaden their horizons in this high-energy themed camp. Every week is a new experience and a new field trip. Between Discovery Camp, Adventure Camp and Club Mid, we have a camp for everyone: from Kindergarten to 8th grade.

SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE Mac Johnston Associate Executive Director MacJohnston@ymcala.org 818 368 3231

Dates: June 9 - August 8 Monday-Friday | 6:30am - 6:30pm closed Thursday, July 4th

Rally Night: Friday May 30 | 7pm at North Valley Family YMCA 11336 Corbin Ave. Northridge

Fees: Discovery Camp & Adventure Camp 5 days = $152/week* | 3 days = $115/week* 4 days = $127/week 4 only (closed July 4th) Club Mid 5 days = $167/week* | 3 days = $130/week* 4 days = $141/week 4 only (closed July 4th) * prices & trips are subject to change * Financial assistance The North Valley Family YMCA offers scholarships for those who qualify. Funding is provided from donations to the Y (and a Federal Block Grant for our Harding site exclusively.) Please ask for more details.

Discovery Camp: for kids entering K - 2nd grades

Adventure Camp: for kids entering 2nd - 5th grades

For our young campers, a summer at the Y will be like no other. Kids will be active and engaged with our full-day, theme-based curriculum to capture their attention and build a love for learning. Add the fun of field trips, enrichment classes and water days, and parents will be thrilled with the stories their children share each day. Having peace of mind, knowing that your little ones are cared for in one of our licensed facilities makes it better.

Adventure campers and their parents have a lot to look forward to this summer. We aim to keep everyone engaged and always wanting more, while building the Six Pillars of Character and the skills and relationships needed to be healthy, confident and connected to others. Parents can rest easy knowing their kids are happy and safe each day as they enjoy enrichment classes, field trips, and water days.

Discovery Field Trips

1: Jump 5150 2: Mountasia 3: Bowling 4: I Fly 5: Knott’s Berry Farm 6: Pacific Park 7: Science Center 8: LA Connection 9: L.A. Zoo

1: Hugo’s Gym 2: Underwood Farms 3: Gene Autry Museum 4: Scooter’s Jungle 5: Santa Clarita Aquatic Center 6: Cooking 7: Science Center 8: CSUN Beauty and the Beast 9: L.A. Zoo

Adventure Field Trips

Club Mid Junior High Summer Camp: at George K. Porter Middle School & Porter Ranch Community School for kids entering 6th – 8th grades Club Mid is a fun summer adventure for teens and is beneficial to their self-development: learning respect for themselves and others. Daily field trips to off-site locations contain educational, theme-based and service learning elements. Amongst all the excitement, the YMCA counselors incorporate creativity, character development, healthy lifestyles, team building and positive values in everything they do.

Club Mid Field Trips 1: Rock Climbing 2: Hurricane Harbor 3: Pacific Park 4: Camp Dodger Stadium 5: Young Chef Academy 6: Disneyland 7: Jillian’s at CityWalk 8: Cabrillo Youth Sports Center 9: Magic Mountain

Discovery Camp, Adventure Camp & Club Mid Camp Themes A SUmmer of real life superheroes Join us for an exhilarating summer as we team up with Captain Character, his superhero friends and REAL American heroes! Dr. Wicked will be no match for this pumped up Character Crew. Sign up now so you don’t miss any of the excitement!

Week 1: June 9 – June 13 Captain Character has enlisted his superhero friend Scarlet to stop Dr. Wicked from slowing Wilma Rudolph down. Working together, let’s set our sights on helping Wilma break an Olympic World record!

Week 2: June 16- June 20 Dr. Wicked is up to no good again. He is trying to make Rosa Parks feel like she doesn’t belong! With the Invisible Girl, Captain Character is paving the way for Rosa to feel like she is just as important as everyone else. Let’s help her by showing Dr. Wicked that fairness is important.

Week 3: June 23 – June 27 Abraham Lincoln needs our help! Dr. Wicked is plotting to undermine his plan for peace between the American people. Perhaps Captain Character teamed up with Captain America and the Character crew can empower Mr. Lincoln to speak out against inequality.

Week 4: JuNE 30 – July 3, (closed on the 4th) Amelia Earhart has a big dream! She wants to be the first woman to soar above the clouds! But before her dream can come true, she will have to overcome Dr. Wicked’s evil scheme. With the help of Captain Character, his good friend Storm and the Character Crew, we can help her rise above any obstacles that may come her way.

Week 5: July 7 – July 11

The world needs more people like Mother Theresa (not to mention a superhero team like Captain Character, Wonder Woman, and you!)

Don’t let Dr. Wicked stop the Character Crew from making the world a better place one good deed at a time.

Week 6: July 14 – July 18 Batter up! Jackie Robinson has the odds stacked up against him, no thanks to Dr. Wicked’s curveballs. Maybe a little training with Superman and Captain Character will help improve our chances of hitting the ball out of the park!

Week 7: July 21 – July 25 It’s lights out for Dr. Wicked! Watch as Captain Character and Thor help Ben Franklin harness the power of electricity for good use and dazzle the world with light!

Week 8: July 28 – August 1 When it comes to building the first engine, who could be of more help to Elijah McCoy than Captain Character and Iron Man? Don’t let Dr. Wicked take away Mr. McCoy’s steam to build this history-changing invention.

Week 9: August 4 – August 8 Dr. Wicked wants to spoil the beauty of the great outdoors for us! Hopefully, Captain Character’s web-slinging superhero friend can save the day.

Together, let’s help John Muir discover the miracles of nature at its finest!

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Great Outdoors and More Summer Resident Camp

Please email or call us!

SUMMER RESIDENT CAMPS Josie Rea JosieRea@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2305

With the Y’s camp offerings and caring staff, kids find wonder, independence, and new friendships under open skies.

Camp Whittle

Discoverer’s Unit: ages 7 - 9 Adventurer’s Unit: ages 10 - 11 High Adventurer’s Unit: ages 12 - 13 Teen Camp: ages 14 - 15 YMCA Camp Whittle unfolds vibrantly in the mountains above Big Bear Lake – a summer getaway dream come true!

Tall pines and sparkling streams make a beautiful setting for new friendships, adventure, and personal growth.

This camp is made up of four progressive camping units, allowing each camper to match his or her age. This allows campers to learn new skills, develop character and, of course, make new friends.

Activities include a ropes course, mountain biking, canoeing, swimming, crafts, archery, horseback riding and much more.

Dates: June 21 - June 28 Cost: $490 Rally Night: Thursday, June 5 at 6p.m.

Granada Hills YMCA Preschool, 15950 Chatsworth St.

Camp Round Meadow Discoverer’s Unit: ages 7 - 9 Adventurer’s Unit: ages 10 - 11 Camp Round Meadow in the San Bernardino Mountains (near Big Bear) is where kids circle up merrily from dawn to dusk. In this rich setting for a beginner or experienced camper, trained Y-Camp Counselors look after cabin groups of eight to ten friends of similar age.

Activities include a ropes course, swimming, crafts, archery, canoeing and, of course, rounding out each day with a campfire. Bring on the songs, skits, and camaraderie!

Dates: July 6 - 12 Cost: $385 Rally Night: Thursday, June 19 at 6p.m.

Granada Hills YMCA Preschool, 15950 Chatsworth St.

Jr. High Camp Round Meadow High Adventurer’s Unit: ages 12 - 13 A separate and special part of Camp Round Meadow, this Y-operated experience is geared to teens who want that ultimate go at Resident Camp – complete with archery, swimming, campfires, special theme activities, hikes, overnight campout, and trips to Jenks Lake for canoeing.

Teens are assigned to a cabin group for set morning activities, and then offered a selection in the afternoon to choose from. It’s an ideal mix of independence and supervision tailored to young adults.

Many of our campers make friendships to last a lifetime and return home rich in self-discovery.

Dates: July 6 - 12 Cost: $385 Rally Night: Tuesday, June 19 at 6p.m.

Granada Hills YMCA Preschool, 15950 Chatsworth St.

White’s Landing:

Mammoth Caravan

Catalina

ages 12 - 16

What can top arts and crafts, nature awareness, sports, and campfire fun?

Cruise from Long Beach Harbor to White’s Landing in Catalina to find out. We’ve added a list of exotic activities to our standard camp fare – ocean swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, and lounging on the beach!

Here is the perfect introduction to YMCA Caravan Camping designed with the younger or first-time “caravaner” in mind.

On this trip, youngsters take in outdoor sites galore. Yes, there’s Mammoth Base Camp where campers enjoy fishing, hiking, rock climbing and swimming. But oh the amazing places they go – Bodie Ghost Town, June Lake, Rainbow Falls, Devil’s Postpile National Monument, and others throughout the Mammoth Lakes area!

Space is limited, so sign up early.

Junior High Unit: ages 12 - 13 Teen Unit: ages 14 - 16

Dates: August 4 - 7 Cost: $490 Rally Night: Tuesday, July 15 at 7p.m.

Granada Hills YMCA Preschool, 15950 Chatsworth St.

Dates: July 26 - August 1 Cost: $490 Rally Night: Tuesday, July 15 at 6p.m.

Granada Hills YMCA Preschool, 15950 Chatsworth St.

Santa Barbara Zoo Overnight ages 7 -12 Come make tracks where claws and paws rule! At the Santa Barbara Zoo, the Y gives campers chances for unique, hands-on, educational opportunities that only our friends at the zoo could imagine.

After a delicious pancake breakfast to start the day, campers’ appetites for fun and learning move on to a zookeeperled wildlife encounter, a train ride, and whipping up a special breakfast treat for one of the zoo animals! The day ends with supervised free time to enjoy the zoo before returning home.

Dates: Cost:

June 12 - June 13 $135

* Financial assistance is available for families, who for one reason or another, are unable to afford program fees.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

WE LIKE TO MOVE IT Youth Fitness Whooping it up from limb to limb while keeping an eye on technique is a wonderful way to reach for wellbeing now and greater achievement later.

Please email or call us!

Chealsea Good, Healthy Lifestyles Director ChealseaGood@ymcala.org 818 271 5067

Parent Tot: Shake Rattle N Roll: ages 18 - 36 months

Creative Movement: ages 2 – 5

Jazz: ages 3 – 17

Through imaginative play, children ages 2-4 will stretch, get aerobic exercise, learn body awareness and develop coordination and rhythm, action-packed and filled with fun. With use of props and music, students will have a great time while gaining valuable skills.

This jazz class has it all! Learn dance fundamentals while building coordination and self esteem. Participants will enjoy learning routines to their favorite upbeat music. With fun always as a focus, dancers will learn dance basics and increase coordination and flexibility.

Gymnastics basics are taught including forward/backward rolls, walking on the balance beam, jumping skills, building arm strength & endurance.

Tumbling: ages 6 - 17 years There are beginning, intermediate and advanced level classes where students will learn skills on three Olympic events: vault, balance beam, and floor exercise. These skills will help develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence.

Ballet: ages 3 - 17 Your child will learn balance and grace through the five positions of ballet, beautiful barre exercise, and basic floor work.

With fun being the main focus students will learn lovely routines and combinations.

Ballet slippers are recommended.

Reg forms available: Dec 14 Return Completed forms: Jan 3 Session runs: Jan 6 - May 31

Summer Session:

Reg forms available: May 21 Return Completed forms: May 30 Session runs: June 2 - Aug 23

YOUTH (TEEN) FITNESS CERTIFICATION:

DANCE

Kindergym: ages 3 - 5 years

WINTER/SPRING SESSSION:

Amanda Hendrick Youth & Family Director AmandaHendrick@ymcala.org 818 271 5075

TUMBLING

A perfect bonding class for Parents and Tots with songs and exploration of equipment. This class encourages fitness from the earliest ages!

Open Registration Dates

DANCE & FITNESS FOR YOUTH:

Tap: ages 3 - 17 In this fun energetic class, students learn levels of tap steps and combinations.

They’ll have a blast putting it all together in dynamic toe-tapping routines. Tap shoes are required.

Dance Performance Teams: ages 6 - 17 Is your child at a more advanced dance level? Our great dance teams challenge the more advanced children’s skill levels and provide them the opportunity to perform at least four times a year! We have a team for each dance genre as well as a teen dance team that utilizes all dance genres. For questions on how to audition for a class please contact Amanda Hendrick.

FITNESS FOR YOUTH

YOUTH (TEEN) FITNESS CERTIFICATION

Game N Play: ages 21 – 36 months

Youth/Teen Fitness Certification I -

Our youngest students learn basic motor skills and gain coordination through fun and games. Activities include circle and story time.

Cardiovascular Training: ages 10-15

Wide World of Sports: ages 3 – 5 This action-packed class introduces youth to a variety of sports skills. Children will be introduced to fundamental sport and motor skills. Emphasis is on having fun and learning new skills.

Mandatory Fitness Certification for use of cardiovascular equipment (treadmill, xtrainer, and bike). Teaches basic principles of nutrition, stretching and cardiovascular training. Children ages 10-11 must have their parent/legal guardian present through the duration of the class, to attain their certification card.

Thursdays, 4pm-5pm or Saturdays, 11am-12pm

Fit Kids: ages 5- 17

Youth/Teen Fitness Certification II -

This high-adrenaline class allows kids to have a rollicking good time while exercising in a safe environment. Lessons are designed to improve coordination, cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength as kids have fun and make new friends.

Resistance Training and Evaluation: ages 12-15

Basketball Clinic: ages 5- 10 years With a focus on skill development, the clinics will be taught by trained YMCA staff on our basketball court. Come get your game on and learn to improve your shooting, dribbling, passing, and blocking in a fun atmosphere where everybody plays & everybody learns!

Home School P.E.: ages 5 – 15 This class offers home-schooled students physical education instruction taught by a qualified YMCA coach. Activities emphasize gross motor skills development, cardiovascular endurance and basic sports skills.

After successful completion of Fitness Certification I, 12-15 year-olds can make an appointment with a Healthy Lifestyle Counselor to complete five mandatory one-on-one sessions.

During the five appointments the teens will become familiar with resistance exercise and proper use of specific weight machines. They will be issued a Fitlinxx ID number to help track workouts.

Upon completion of this class, youth will be eligible to continue with current Fitlinxx exercise program, and can go on to Fundamentals of Fitness.

Tween Muscle Pump: ages 9-11 Tweens will get a full body workout in this one-hour class taught by a certified, Healthy Lifestyle Counselor. Half of the class will be a cardio work out including agility drills and games. Then, pump those muscles using dumbbells, medicine balls, and resistant bands.

Tuesdays, 4pm – 5pm

Fundamentals of Fitness: ages 12-15 Adolescents and teens will be introduced to a variety of fitness training styles ranging from cardio, weight training, plyometrics and more! Taught by a certified Healthy Lifestyle Counselor, students will discover the fundamentals of a variety of training styles and will learn how to properly execute each exercise through teaching and hands on demonstrations.

Registration is required. Prerequisite is Youth/Teen Certification I and II. Tuesdays and Fridays, 4pm-5pm

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Teamwork!

Teamwork!

Youth Sports

Please email or call us!

Daniel Zadikov, Youth Sports Director DanielZadikov@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2307

At the Y, we coach kids not just in the rules and skills of playing sports. We make sure to model strength of character and mutual encouragement, letting the exercise be as much on the inside as on the outside.

Kids and grown-ups alike build character, develop deeper relationships with the community or their families, and make the kind of friends worth keeping.

Teamwork, sportsmanship, and goal-setting with results are always on the roster in sports at the Y. Come join our NEW and IMPROVED leagues and see why we say “EVERYONE PLAYS.”

Open Registration: March 3 - 30 Late Registration: March 31 - Until remaining spots are full (roster spot not guaranteed if you want until late registration) Practices: Starting week of April 7th (One per week/ one hour each at local LAUSD schools) Games: April 12 - June 14 Mandatory Parent Meeting: March 30th at North Valley Family YMCA Basketball: 3pm | Soccer/ Volleyball: 4:30pm

NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED Financial aid available for those who qualify

TRY SOMETHING NEW: Adult Sports Leagues & Clubs

NOT JUST KIDS’ STUFF Adult Spring Basketball League (Men’s and Women’s)

2014 SPRING BASKETBALL LEAGUES ages 3 – 17 League Fee: $140 Uniform: $20

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Joining a recreational sports league is a great way to meet new people and spark new friendships.

Women’s non-competitive league Thursday: Women’s non-competitive league- $60 per person (8-week season)

BUSINESS LEADERS You hold the key to kids’ futures.

YBL Co-chairs: Dave Friedman & Barbra Miner As a Los Angeles-based Business executive, you’re always looking for ways to broaden your professional contacts. And, as an individual, chances are the development of your identity and the opportunities to contribute to the well-being of the world are important to you as well. Through membership in the North Valley Family YMCA Y Business Leaders (YBL), you can enhance all three areas of your busy life in a series of convenient gatherings the fourth Friday of every month. What better way to help the Y than to contribute to kids’ futures!

TO JOIN Y-BUSINESS LEADERS

To join the Y Business Leaders, or for more information, contact Liz Odabashian at The North Valley Family YMCA at 818-271-5059 or LizOdabashian@ymcala.org or go on-line to download the YBL member form.

(if new rebranded uniform needed)

Evaluations: April 2, at Patrick Henry MS (for boys 9-17 only) 9-10 yr olds @ 6pm 11-12 yr olds @ 6:45pm 13-14 yr olds @ 7:30pm 15-17 yr olds @ 7:30pm

2014 SPRING SOCCER ages 3 - 6 / INDOOR ages 7 - 13 / OUTDOOR ARENA League Fee: $140 (includes uniform, soccer socks, and shin guards)

2014 VOLLEYBALL ages 8 - 17 League Fee: $140 (includes uniform) Divisions: 8-12, 13-17

Sunday: Women’s non-competitive league$60 per person (8-week season) Men’s Leagues (10-week season) A, B, and C divisions $450 per team ( Free Agents: $60 per person) Full Stats kept and posted online, 35sec shot clock 9 games, plus playoffs (10 games guaranteed)

For MORE DETAILS, CONTACT: Daniel Zadikov, DanileZadikov@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2307

RED HAT SOCIETY

Calling all ladies 55 and over who are looking for fun and friendship!

Are you interested in joining our YMCA’s wonderful group of Red Hat Women: the Scarlet Skinny Dippers? Have fun showing off your beautiful PURPLE OUTFITS and RED HATS while going on fun-filled outings with new friends! Our group of women has been together for over 10 years.

Maybe you’ve seen us at the Y and wondered what we are all about? If you’re interested in finding out, please contact either one of our CoQueens, or better yet, come join us for one of our meetings.

Linda Bratkovich: lbratkovitch@socal.rr.com Lee Cottriel: 818.896.653 Meetings every 3rd Friday of the month, starting at 1pm in the Community Room

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HEALTHY LIVING A Y class, club, or custom-designed program made just for you is a great start to the journey of a lifetime.

Figuring out what you’ll love most in your healthy new life is just part of the fun.

Be Buoyant!

Aquatics

The water has a natural draw. Come swim in a pool that’s full of camaraderie.

Please email or call us!

Corrine Pridgen, Group Exercise Coordinator CorrinePridgen@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2311

Family and Open Swim The perfect time for you and your family to relax and play in the pool is offered every day. Children 9 years and up may swim alone as long as a parent is in the building.

Lap Swimming Even a few laps can have a positive impact on your well being. Two lap lanes reserved for lap swim at all times. (Except Saturdays, 9am-2:30pm. 1-lane available.)

WATER FITNESS PROGRAMS Adult Swim Lessons

Water Aerobics Advanced

This is a beginner level class for adults who are just learning the basics of swimming. The goal of this class is to establish self-confidence and the ability to swim across the pool unaided.

A high-intensity class that really challenges cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength.

Adult Swim II This is an intermediate/advanced class for adults who have completed Adult I, or are already confident swimmers. The goal of this class is to refine stroke technique, and build on endurance.

Arthritis Class A class designed to improve range of motion in the muscles and joints and improve balance, as outlined by the Arthritis Foundation. All classes are four week sessions.

(Equipment used for support only).

Water Aerobics A moderate-intensity class designed to produce cardiovascular and strength improvements.

Water Exercise A low-intensity aerobic class that uses a mix of rebounding and non-rebounding moves. This format bridges the intensity gap between arthritis and other water classes and focuses on range of motion and balance with some aerobic work.

(Equipment might be used for mild resistance).

For days and times, please see the pool schedule at www.ymcala.org/nv or pick up a flyer at the Welcome Center.

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Where Seeds are Sown

FAMILY YMCA ADVENTURE Guides Adventure Guides Grades Kindergarten – 3rd with fathers

Family Programs

Setting time aside for parents and kids to have adventures together is time well spent on any schedule.

Parents’ Night Out

Family Fun Nights

Parents, want a night out? Well, you are in luck! Bring the kids ages 3-10 to the YMCA for fun, games, sports, arts and crafts, snacks and swimming (ages 8 and up), while your enjoy time to yourself! Register at the front desk.

Family Fun Night involves the entire family! Games, food, entertainment and fellowship are designed to include everyone in your household.

Different themes each month provide your family with valuable time at the YMCA. Look for the latest information in the Welcome Center.

Every 3rd Friday of the month, 6-10pm $12 per child or $20 per family

$18 per family

FAMILY CLASSES Parent/Child Yoga: Ages 2 - 4 years A great way for you and your child to learn yoga together. Free with membership

Stroller Class: ages 6 weeks & up Calling all new moms! Enjoy a walking workout with your child. Improve your cardiovascular endurance and tone your body with some fun exercise. Singing, interaction and advice about and with your child is included. Hurry and register today!

First Steps: ages 3 – 9 months This class stimulates your curious infant with finger plays, songs, gentle exercises and stretching, tactile, visual and auditory experiences. Parental concerns and child safety are also discussed. Wear comfortable clothing to exercise and play in.

Play and Discover: ages 10 – 18 months For those walkers and beginning walkers who are ready to develop their motor skills by exercising, game playing and interacting with their parent and other children.

Topics important to parents will also be discussed.

Terrific Tots: ages 19 – 36 months A chance for parents and tots to play together while developing motor skills, coordination, agility and flexibility. Tots will also build on listening skills, language and peer interaction through songs and circle time. Includes time for parents to discuss family topics.

DIVE IN MOVIES Last Friday of the month, $20 per family Make some family time at the water with dinner, arts & crafts, and a movie in the pool. (Movies TBD and dates subject to change.)

Please email or call us!

FAMILY FUN AT THE BRANCH: Amanda Hendrick Youth & Family Director AmandaHendrick@ymcala.org 818 271 5075

This program’s slogan, “Pals Forever,” couldn’t be truer. By setting aside a special time for dads and their children, a bond is formed that will endure for years to come.

Participants are formed into tribes with other fathers and sons, or fathers and daughters. These small groups (10 dads and 10 children) meet once or twice a month in the evenings and take part in a monthly weekend activity. In the small tribal group setting, children and their fathers share responsibility for planning and participation in various group activities including crafts, songs, games and weekend events.

The various tribes form a larger group, The Nation, consisting of 12-15 tribes. Nation events, scheduled August through June, include weekends at Camp Fox (Catalina Island), Winter weekend at Camp Whittle (near Big Bear) and a Spring Family Campout. One-day events consist of Ice Skating Night, Granada Hills Parade, Cosmic Bowling and the Nation Picnic.

Little Guides Ages 3 – 5 with parent This parent-child experience builds and strengthens the bonds of love, understanding and respect between you and your child. During monthly tribal meetings, children and parents will participate in story time, crafts and educational topics.

The Nation sponsors monthly events and outings.

Trailblazers Grades 4 – 8 with fathers Have a great time with your child floating leisurely down the beautiful Colorado River in your own canoe! Or how about a fun campout on the beach at Catalina Island?

These and other exciting outings including fishing, football and baseball games, and a weekend in Big Bear are on the Trailblazer calendar.

REGISTRATION FEE: $140 for a parent and one child or $170 for the family. * The program fee for YMCA facility members is only $50 per family.

Please email or call us!

ADVENTURE GUIDES FAMILY PROGRAMS: Josie Rea Associate Executive Director, and Director of Youth, Family & Camping JosieRea@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2305

FAMILY NATION at Local Elementary Schools Set aside some quality time with your family and experience the Parent-Child program at your home school. The North Valley Family YMCA is bringing monthly events and family gatherings to your school. Check out a Dodger game, experience a camp out, race a pinewood derby, give back with service projects and much more. Have your elementary school representative contact us today!

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NURTURE YOUR HEALTHY SIDE

Group Exercise: Cardiovascular & Aerobic Boot Camp This fun and innovative class combines cardiovascular with resistance activities.

You will never have a dull moment in this exciting, individually challenging class. All levels welcome!

Healthy Lifestyles Program

Cardio Hip Hop

designed for you

Cardio Kickbox

Pathway to a healthier you!

Take advantage of our new Health and Wellness program! The Healthy Lifestyles Department is excited to announce our new 5- week program! This program is tailored to help reach your specific goals with the assistance of our Fitlinxx Program and our state of the art cardio and strength at a pace that’s comfortable for you. Come reach your goals and aspirations, with us! Want to know more? Call Chelsea Good ext. 2317

Custom Fit Personal Conditioning Enjoy workouts designed to meet your personal fitness goals. One hour sessions with our certified staff are by appointment only. Program includes overall muscular endurance, core muscle strengthening, cardio workouts, flexibility, extra motivation, personal attention and sports-specific conditioning. $110 for four one-hour sessions

Please email or call us!

Chelsea Good, Healthy Lifestyles Director ChelseaGood@ymcala.org 818 271 5067 Corrine Pridgen, Group Exercise Coordinator CorrinePridgen@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2311

Come try the latest hip hop moves. Get ready to get funky, sweat and have fun!

Fitlinxx:

Cardio Upgrade

The Fitlinxx computer individual exercise log system is the simplest and smartest way to get fit and stay in shape. It will remember your range of motion, seat setting and the amount of weight you lift for each strength machine! If working out and getting healthy isn’t incentive enough, the Fitlinxx program also keeps track of all your strength and cardiovascular workouts in which you earn points for.

Depending on how many points you earn you can earn t-shirts, hats, and sweatshirts for all of your hard work. The best part is it’s included in your membership.

Get signed up today and start your path to a healthy, happier you! Make an appointment at the Welcome Center.

Fresh and new... just for you! Look for upcoming upgrades to our cardiovascular machines throughout the facility. The installation of our new cardio machines will help take your fitness to the next level.

Experience the ultimate workout in this awesome class! Alternating sets of step combinations and muscle resistance are guaranteed to give you an overall body workout!

Tabata Bootcamp

Experience the power of punches and kicks. Learn the basics of kickboxing while reaching your aerobic goals.

This 30 min. class is based on the Tabata training method. You will perform various cardio and strength exercises. Each exercise is timed: 20 seconds of work, 10 seconds of rest, 8 cycles this equals 4 min.

Cardio Sculpt and Burn

Turbo Kick™

A modified low-impact class designed to minimize momentum and maximize range of motion. Work muscle power and achieve your target heart rate. No weights used.

Take kickboxing to another level!

This class is designed with a sport specific warm-up, a cardio section using intensity intervals of kickboxing drills and increased tempo sprints, followed by work recovery segments.

Cycle A workout without comparison! Simulating an outdoor ride complete with sprints, hill climbs and other terrain, this interval training class will definitely get your heart pumping! No special shoes required.

Women on Weights - W.O.W.

Latin Groove

Women will learn proper weight training in a class environment. The class meets twice a week, for 4 weeks for one hour.

Class will include a warm-up, weights, and stretching

Get spicy with your cardio workout.

Basic steps, great music and fun choreography equal an aerobic fiesta.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:45am-12:45pm in the Community Room.

Resistance Bands Class

Y-Shapes

Learn to use medicine balls and rubber resistance bands to improve core strength, functional movement, Muscle coordination and balance!! Beginners welcome. Great for men and women of all fitness levels.

A 30-minute circuit class designed just for women who are new or returning exercisers. You will have personal attention from Y-Shapes coaches. For all ages, shapes and sizes.

Mondays & Wednesdays, 4-5pm on the Sports Court

Zumba

Step Take aerobics to another level using a Reebok step to increase the fitness intensity. Get ready to sweat!

A fusion of Latin and international music with many different styles including: Salsa, Cumbia, Afro Raga, Merengue, Hip-Hop, Belly Dance and more! Very easy-to-follow routines feature aerobic interval training with combinations of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body.

Zumba Gold This class is for the active older adult, beginner participant, or other populations that need modifications for success.

Created to emphasize different styles of Latin and International rhythms. Very easy to follow routines. Any one of any age can do it!

HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) HIIT alternates periods of short intense anaerobic exercise with less intense recovery periods. This 30min. class is a great way to maximize your workout if you are limited on time.

For class days & times, please pick up a flyer at the Welcome Center or visit www.ymcala. org/nv

NEW

In order to accomplish our goals, we need a body that can take us there.

Get the guidance, support and friendship you need with a Y class, club or custom-designed program made just for you.

Step Interval

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Group Exercise: Specialty Classes

Specialty Programs

Abs Only/Ab-Core

Pilates

Yoga

Adult Sports Leagues

Training Partners

Challenge your trunk stabilization with exercise to strengthen the core muscles (abdominals and back). Reduce your risk of injuring your back with these specialty classes.

An anatomically based class inspired by Joseph Pilates’ method incorporates exercise science and rehab. Contraindicated movements are eliminated while proper alignment and core stability is emphasized.

Each class differs based on the instructor, the students and the group dynamic.

Choose from a variety of instructors and styles.

See Page 21 for details on Spring Adult Sports Leagues for Basketball and Volleyball.

For the continuing exerciser, all strength machines in all YMCA fitness rooms are equipped with computerized training partners to: • Count your repetitions • Remember the target weight set by your instructor • Prompt you when it’s time to move up in weight • Remember the range of motion your instructor has set for you • Monitor the lift and drop speed • Prompt you to the next machine in your workout • Record data at the FitLinxx kiosk for you and your instructor to review to help you achieve your goals

Ballroom Dance Learn Mambo, Waltz, Swing and more!!

You will be taught the general rules of social dance as well as leading and footwork.

All are welcome, partners not needed.

Core Fusion Pilates and Yoga-based movements are fused with standing balance exercises, mat work, traditional abdominal exercises and flowing stretches. This class helps you achieve long, lean, strong and flexible muscles. You will feel strong and refreshed.

Low-Impact Chair Aerobics Designed for active adults who desire a safe and effective workout. Energizing and easy to follow movements will help increase cardiovascular and muscle endurance. Chairs will be used but not in all exercises. Start off on the right path to fitness!

Muscle Pump Add muscular strength and definition with weight training. This workout uses light weights and bands designed to define your muscles, build endurance and give you the results you desire!

P.E.P. (Parkinsons Exercise Program) Two certified instructors – one leads and one assists – guide this movement disorder support class. Warm-up, cardio, strength training/flexibility and range of motion end with a cool down.

Please email or call us!

Corrine Pridgen, Group Exercise Coordinator CorrinePridgen@ymcala.org 818 368 3231 ext 2311

Tai Chi The ancient art of promoting total health utilizes the mind and body during movement. Achieving a range of motion and balance will leave you energized, centered and focused.

TRX Suspension Training A workout system that leverages gravity and your bodyweight to perform hundreds of exercises. You are in control of how much you want to challenge yourself on each exercise. Simply adjust your body position to add or decrease resistance.

Develops strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. All levels welcome!

Diabetes Prevention Program For class days and times, please visit www.ymcala.org/nv or pick up a flyer at the front desk.

See RIGHT for details on reducing your risk and gaining tools for healthy living.

Summit Seekers Get away from the smog and “Seek the Summit.” Join the North Valley YMCA for our monthly hikes as we train for a backpacking trip in August through the beautiful Mammoth Mountains! All hikes are free and open to the Community! You will receive all the hike information via e-mail.

Please contact Jody Guerrero or Chelsea Good to be added to our e-mail info list: JodyGuerrero@ymcala.org ext.2329 ChelseaGood@ymcala.org ext.2317 March 15: Paradise Falls

4 miles, Moderate April 5th: Paramount Ranch (Family Hike)

1.5 miles, Easy April 26th: Eagle Rock

5 miles, Moderate May 17th: Eaton Canyon

3 miles, Moderate June 14th: Limekiln Canyon (Family Hike)

2 miles, Easy June 21: Newton Canyon Falls

4.5 miles, Moderate+ July 12, 8am: Mt Hollywood/Dantes Peak

3.5 miles, Moderate

Our Healthy Lifestyles counselors will set you up on a personalized program using these training partners. Make an appointment at the Welcome Center.

REDUCE YOUR DIABETES RISK AND GAIN TOOLS FOR HEALTHY LIVING THROUGH THE YMCA’S DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM. If you are at high risk for type 2 diabetes, the Y’s Diabetes Prevention Program can help you adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles that will help you reduce your chances of developing diabetes. By eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a modest amount of weight, you can reduce your chances of developing the disease.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM In a classroom setting, a trained lifestyle coach will help facilitate a small group of participants in learning about healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes over a 12-month period, beginning with 16 weekly, one-hour sessions followed by monthly maintenance for added support to help them maintain their progress.

Please email or call us!

Chelsea Good, Healthy Lifestyles Director ChelseaGood@ymcala.org 818 271 5067

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY The Y is where people actively care for themselves and their neighbors.

Whether developing skills or emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting all people, or building healthier communities, we are the place to learn, receive, and express respect.

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social responsibility: Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

FORE THE KIDS

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25th Annual Kids to Camp Golf Tournament JUNE 9, 2014 at Porter Valley Country Club Proceeds from the Golf Tournament provide scholarships to our young campers and supports the year-round camping program for more than 1,200 campers. Creating unique experiences for young people that they will remember for the rest of their lives, the YMCA camping programs mark the positive turning point for many of our youth.

Tournament Sponsor: $10,000 • 4 Golfers • Sponsor recognition • Mulligan packages • Full page prominenet ad • 2 Tee Signs & sign on putting green • (4) $40 merchandise certificates

CAMP Sponsors: $6,000 (All Camp Sponsors include the package listed below) • Camp Whittle Sponsors • Camp Round Meadow Sponsor • Kidney Camp Sponsor • Mammoth Camp Sponsor • White’s Landing Teen Beach Camp Sponsor • 4 Golfers • Mulligan packages • Full-page ad • 2 Tee Signs • (4) $40 merchandise certificates

GOLF Sponsors: $1,500 • 4 Golfers • Sponsor recognition • Half-page ad • 1 Tee Sign • (4) $40 merchandise certificates

ADDITIONAL SponsorSHIPS Half-page Ad & Tee sign •

Registration Sponsor: $1,000

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Putting Contest Sponsor: $1,000

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Player Gift Sponsor: $1,000

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Trophy Sponsor: $500

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Drink Sponsor: $500

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Bag Tag Sponsor: $1,000 Logo/Name on each player’s bag tag

Half-page Ad & Tee sign

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Drink Cart Sponsor (4): $350 Sign on Cart with logo & Half-page Ad

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Tee Sign Sponsor: $150 Tee sign & Listing in dinner program

Advertisement Opportunities $500 Full Page & Tee sign $250 Half Page & Tee sign

For more information, contact us: North Valley Family YMCA 11336 Corbin Avenue Northridge, CA 91326 818-368-3231 | www.ymcala.org/nv

Opportunity Drawing- $100 Golfer- $250 | Dinner Guest- $50

North Valley YMCA

11336 Corbin Avenue, Northridge, CA 91326 (818) 368-3231 | www.ymcala.org/nv

Non Profit U.S. Postage Paid Van Nuys, CA Permit No. 89

Lion’s Club District 4-L1

HEALTHY KIDS DAY & CAMP SIGN-UP

APRIL 26: 10AM - 2PM: FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY! Come join the festivities as we celebrate our Y’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of our families. Summer is the time for kids to get up, get out and grow, and our event will be filled with fun, interactive activities that will keep their body and mind active. Our Healthy Kids Day will include interactive games, arts & crafts, Y Summer Camp Sign Ups, Y Youth Performances, give-a-ways for kids, inflatable jumper, rock climbing wall, hands on cooking demo’s for kids, health screenings, Kona Ice Truck, snacks and more! Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, UCLA Health, for helping to make this event possible.