LET’S GROW TOGETHER 2014 FALL/WINTER Program Guide WEST valley family ymca
WELCOME
to the West Valley Family YMCA where we are committed to Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The Y is 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:
Our Hours Monday through Friday: 5:30am – 10pm
Active Kids
10
Camp 8
Saturday: 7:30am – 6pm Sunday: 7:30am – 6pm (Pool closes 30 minutes before facility closure)
Challenge Yourself
18
Events
4, 13, 16, 23
Give Back
21
Senior Fitness
19
Swim with Us
7, 15
Holiday CLOSURES November 27: Thanksgiving December 24: Christmas Eve December 25: Christmas Day December 31: New Year’s Eve: 7:30am - Noon January 1, 2015: New Year’s Day
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR CORPORATE partners
LET’S WORK (OUT) TOGETHER Benefits of Y Membership
The Y is committed to helping you become your best self, whatever your age, level of fitness or abilities.
The Y is so much more than just a fitness facility. As a Y member, not only do you get full access to our facility including our Aquatic Center, you also receive these additional benefits. • Y members receive a significant discount on swim lessons • Each child on a Family Membership can enroll in 3 of our Youth classes per session. Your child(ren) can participate in classes such as Karate, Ballet, gymnastics for no additional fee. • Family Memberships get access to 2 hours of childcare in our Child Activity Center per child per day for no additional charge. • All Y members get 4 visits per month at any of our 25 other YMCA facilities in LA County. • Enjoy monthly Member Appreciation activities.
Healthy Lifestyles
FitLinxx®
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 personal fitness 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 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.
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, Water Aerobics, Water Arthritis and a wide array of swim classes including parent-infant, youth and adult.
Group Exercise The Y offers 70 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 and Water Arthritis. Please visit our website at www.ymcala.org/wv for a complete schedule of classes.
Member Appreciation Days ap·pre·ci·a·tion (noun) the recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something. Join us monthly as we celebrate YOU. We will be hosting monthly member appreciation events/activities as a little token of our appreciation for being such valued members of our West Valley Family YMCA. Tuesday, September 23rd Thursday, September 25th Tuesday, October 21st Thursday, October 23rd Tuesday, November 18th Thursday, November 20th Tuesday, December 16th
10:30am-noon 4:30-6:00pm 10:30am-noon 4:30-6:00pm 10:30am-noon 4:30-6:00pm 10:30am-noon
Thursday, December 18th Tuesday, January 20th Thursday, January 22nd Tuesday, February 10th Thursday, February 12th Tuesday, March 17th Thursday, March 19th
4:30-6:00pm 10:30am-noon 4:30-6:00pm 10:30am-noon 4:30-6:00pm 10:30am-noon 4:30-6:00pm
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Child Activity Center
Youth Classes
Our Child Activity Center nourishes the spirit, mind and body through games, arts, crafts, music, group activities and social interaction. Enjoy a nurturing environment with developmentally appropriate activities and equipment for your child. • Ages 6 weeks – 12 years in age • You must be in the facility while your child is signed into the Child Activity Center • When signing in you must show your child’s membership card to the staff • The same person that drops the child off must pick them up and sign them out • There is a 2 hour limit per child
50 youth fitness classes per week are provided for teens and kids, starting as young as two months: tumbling, karate, dance, youth sports and art.
Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8am – 2pm | 4pm – 9pm Saturday: 8am - 2pm Sunday: 9am – 1pm
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! 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.
Additional Membership Benefits • Security lockers for the safekeeping of your purses, bags, wallets and keys • Day lockers; please bring your own lock • Easy online registration for classes • Guest privileges, so you can share your YMCA with friends and family • 26 YMCAs across Los Angeles welcome you as a facility member for occasional use
Guest Privileges As a member of the West Valley Family YMCA, your guests my enjoy use of our facility 2 times in a calendar year. The guest must bring photo I.D. at their initial visit, fill out required paperwork and sign a waiver. Guests are required to scan in each visit using the barcode given upon their first visit. 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.
Please email or call us! Joshua Berg Director of Membership & Healthy Living JoshuaBerg@ymcala.org 818 668 2610
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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SPLISH, SPLASH! Aquatics With earnest and capable lifeguards and instructors at the ready, the pool is a perfect spot for blending fun, fitness, and safety awareness in one stroke.
AGES 6-35 MONTHS Parent-Infant 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 6-12 YEARS Polliwog I and II 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.
The most advanced level. Swimmers in Shark will improve on fitness and endurance and focus on technique and efficiency.
Guppy
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 I 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.
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.
30 minutes Non4 WEEK PRICING each class Members Members Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday Saturday/Sunday Saturday or Sunday
Shark
8 classes 8 classes 8 classes 4 classes
$40 $40 $40 $29
$90 $90 $90 $59
Please email or call us!
Gabriel Gonzalez Aquatics Director GabrielGonzalez@ymcala.org 818 668 2617
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
Aquatics DOLPHIN SWIM TEAM The West Valley Family YMCA Dolphins is a year-round competitive swim team. The team is divided into three groups. Our 8-and-under group, is a beginner group. Silver team is the intermediate group, and Gold team is the advanced group. Swimmers will be designated to the Silver and Gold teams based on skill level, not age. Swim Team Testing Days and Times Tuesday & Thursday: 5 - 6pm Friday: 4:30 - 5pm
Private Swim Lessons Private and semi-private swim lessons provide individualized swim instruction to teach water safety and skill development in a learn-to-swim progression that is tailored to the individual needs of the swimmer and scheduled at your convenience. To Enroll: Fill out and submit a Private Swim Lesson Inquiry Form available at Member Services. You will be called when an instructor is available for your requested time. Private Lessons (ratio of 1 student: 1 instructor) Members: $128 for (4) 30-minute lessons Non-Members: $150 for (4) 30-minute lessons Semi-Private Lessons (ratio of 2 students: 1 instructor) Members: $175 for (4) 30-minute lessons Non-Members: $199 for (4) 30-minute lessons
TIME TO EXPLORe Camp With the Y’s camp offerings and caring staff, kids find wonder, independence, and new friendships under open skies.
FALL CAMP
WINTER DAY CAMP 2014-15
Mission Impossible
Time Travelers in Art
for kids ages 5 - 12 years Wanted! Adventurous kids ready to solve the mystery of the missing Six Pillars of Character! Children will search for clues, explore motives, and restore the values of our YMCA. This week will be full of mind puzzles that challenge all children. Registration starts November 1st November 24-26 Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm K-4th Grade: $170 5th-8th Grade: $195 Financial Assistance available. We accept CCRC and Calworks
for kids ages 5 - 12 years Winter care is a warming time for our campers, they will participate in activities that raise their heart rate, stimulate their minds, and build relationships. Our staff lead enrichment activities such as Yoga, Spanish, and Origami. Children will create masterpieces in their art sessions, while they learn different brush strokes and painting techniques. Our camps are licensed facilities located throughout the Valley. Registration starts December 1st December 22, 2014-January 9, 2015 LAUSD December 22, 2014-January 2, 2015 LVUSD Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm K-4th Grade: $170 5th-8th Grade: $195 Financial Assistance available. We accept CCRC and Calworks
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Please email or call us! Diana Nieto-Perez Associate Program Director Childcare diananieto-perez@ymcala.org 818 668 2622
SPRING DAY CAMP 2015
SUMMER DAY CAMP 2015
SUMMER TEEN CAMP 2015
Grow Some Green
Together We Discover
for kids entering K-4th grades
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for kids ages 5 - 12 years Spring break will have children blooming through all kinds of adventures. Campers will engage in educational activities that explain the life cycle of a plant, worker bees and how they help plants, and discover their passion for gardening. These activities help build character through responsibility and caring. Our camp also includes many exciting organized games and creative crafts that will give all participants the memorable experience of camp. Registration
Summer care is a time when our campers make friends, grow confidence, and explore new horizons. We incorporate educational activities into our daily curriculum to enrich the minds of our youth. Included in our weekly camps are outdoor adventures with our organized games, stimulating science enrichment, and thrilling field trips to places like the California Science Center. With our convenient locations and quality care it’s the perfect recipe for an electrifying summer.
Teens develop leadership skills through activities that challenge them to break out of their comfort zone. They will run for elections in Youth Council and put together their own campaign. Teens will learn the importance of being active citizens in their communities. Activities include sports that build character, projects that promote teamwork, and crafts that let teens tap into their creativity.
starts March 1st, 2015
Registration starts April 1st, 2015
March 30- April 3 LAUSD April 6-10 LVUSD Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm
June 8, 2015-August 7, 2015 LAUSD June 15-August 21, 2015 LVUSD Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm
K-4th Grade: $170 Financial Assistance available. We accept CCRC and Calworks
K-4th Grade: $170* *prices & trips are subject to change Financial Assistance available. We accept CCRC and Calworks
for kids entering 5th-8th grades
Registration starts April 1st, 2015 June 8, 2015-August 7, 2015 LAUSD Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm 5th-8th Grade: $195* Financial Assistance available. We accept CCRC and Calworks
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
NOT JUST KIDS STUFF
Youth Classes & Clubs Encourage your kids to explore new concepts, ideas and activities to harness their innate talents and share them with others.
YOUTH Classes (included in the cost of a Family Membership)
Can Do Kids: Ages 2 – 4 yrs Inspire your child’s imagination and self-expression with a world of hands-on art activities, in an encouraging, dynamic, and creative atmosphere.
Cheer: Ages 6 - 12 yrs Introduces kids to cheer basics, including routine choreography, basic tumbling and jumps.
Chess: Ages 7 – 12 yrs Learn the chess pieces and rules of the game. Children will learn basic strategy and will practice their skills with fellow classmates each week. Class also teaches strategy, patience, and sportsmanship.
Private Guitar Lessons: Ages 7 – 12 yrs Learn how to read and play music in a fun and supportive one-on-one environment. Must bring your own guitar.
Gymnastics: Ages 5 – 15 yrs A sport that develops both physical and mental dexterity. When your child participates in gymnastics at the YMCA their overall development is enhanced.
Youth Fitness CLASSES Lil’ Chefs: Ages 6 – 9 yrs Let your kids show their creativity by using a variety of snacks and foods to make “wacky” and healthy creations. $
Lil’ Van Goghs: Ages 6 – 12 yrs Kids will express their creativity through painting that will make mom and dad proud! Your child will learn the relationship between colors and different painting techniques. $
Theatre Play: Ages 7-12 yrs Theatre game class where children will explore the world of theatre through games, props and more.
Kids’s Book Club: Ages 8-12 yrs Kid’s get to read and discuss one to two chapter books a session, learning how to understand context and use their imagination. A perfect tool to help shy readers gain confidence as they read passages out loud to the group. Parents will need to buy the books from the instructor or program director-not to exceed $15. $
Young Picassos: Ages 10 - 13 yrs Kids ages 10-13 learn and apply various artistic techniques getting a chance to flex their artistic muscles as they paint, draw, and sketch.
(included in the cost of a Family Membership)
Apprentice Warriors: Ages 6 – 12 yrs Novice Warriors II: Ages 6 – 12 yrs Elite Warriors III: Ages 7 - 17 yrs The Warrior series teaches basic to advanced martial arts concepts. Stances, kicks, and punches are introduced to the students. Students will practice many different exercises to enhance their growth in character, skill, and confidence. Students will advance on to higher levels as they practice and perfect their skill set.
Karate: Ages 7 – 17 yrs A great way for kids to learn respect, honesty, fairness, and trustworthiness in a fun environment.
Karate Advanced: All Ages *Specialty class for advanced students who are serious about improving their martial arts skill set.
Shotokan Karate: Ages 5 – 17yrs Shotokan training is usually divided into three parts: kihon (basics), kata (forms or patterns of moves), and kumite (sparring). Techniques are characterized by deep, long stances that provide stability, enable powerful movements, and strengthen the legs. This style of martial arts helps students develop heightened attention span and focus.
Shotokan Karate (Advanced): All Ages *Specialty class for advanced students who are serious about improving their martial arts skill set.
Sports ‘n’ More: Ages 8 – 12 yrs Kids will get fit and have a ball while playing a variety of sports and games.
$ = additional fee required
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Please email or call us! YOUTH & GOVERNMENT: YOUTH CLASSES:
Detra Hicks Regional Group Well-being Associate Director DetraHicks@ymcala.org 818 668 2605
Casey West Banks Regional Program Director for Youth, Teen & Family Programs caseywestbanks@ymcala.org 818 763 5126 ext. 2122
DANCE & TUMBLING
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS FOR TEENS
(included in the cost of a Family Membership) Build coordination, strength and self esteem through our dance and tumbling program. All of our classes are taught in a fun and nurturing environment and are designed to meet the developmental and emotional needs of our youth members. Little or no experience is necessary for attendance in our classes. No fee for members, but registration is required at the front desk.
Gymnastics: I, II, and III based off of skill set, not age.
Ballet I: Ages 6 – 9 yrs
A form of dance characterized by using the sound of one’s tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument.
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 II: Ages 8 – 14 yrs Students work at the barre, learning exercises, and French terms. There is emphasis on technique and stretching, with further practice on turns, leaps and steps in the center floor. Ballet slippers required.
Dance Movement: Ages 5 – 9 yrs Try the technique of jazz dance through turns, leaps, rolls, jumps and runs. The class includes a warm-up with stretching, isolations and strengthening exercises. Theater movement games are also played to keep the students moving, stimulated and focused.
A sport where kids will increase strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
Gymnastics (Advanced): All ages *For the advanced student to learn drills and routines to compete.
Tap Dance: Ages 3 – 5 yrs
Tap Dance II: Ages 6 – 9 yrs A form of dance characterized by using the sound of one’s tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. Same class style but more structured for the older student.
Tumbling Tots: Ages 2 – 4 yrs Tumbling for tots to roll around and have fun.
Twinkle Toes Ballet: Ages 3 – 5 yrs Students begin working at the bar, learning exercises, and French terms. There is emphasis on technique and stretching, with further practice on turns, leaps and steps in the center floor.
Zumba® Kids: Ages 6-12 yrs Students dance to choreographed routines and the latest music, like hip-hop, reggaeton and cumbia. The class increases focus and self-confidence, boosts metabolism and improves coordination.
Youth & Government Want your teen to learn important skills such as public speaking, organization, problem solving and time management? Model Legislature & Court is a statewide youth education program involving more than 2,500 high school students from across California, with almost 1,000 from right here in the Los Angeles area.
REGISTER ON-LINE! ASK US HOW.
EVERYONE’S A WINNER Youth Sports
ADULT SPORTS Skill-appropriate and fun, YMCA Sports help adults stay active and healthy.
Age-appropriate with an emphasis on fun, Y Sports develop strong values that will help throughout life. Sports also build physical strength, balance, agility and improve academic achievement.
YOUTH basketball Ages 3 – 17 yrs
Learn basketball skills in an atmosphere that emphasizes fun, fair play and teamwork. Everyone plays and everyone learns. Uniforms are required. Come have fun! FALL 2014 (October - December) Divisions Facility Member Non-Member REGISTRATION: August 15 - September 31
Arena Soccer Ages 3 – 15 yrs
Ages 3-6 Ages 7-17 Girls 11-14 Uniforms
$103 $123 $103 $25
$123 $143 $123 $25
Develop soccer skills that improve speed, power and endurance while playing on our synthetic grass turf field. We provide an atmosphere that emphasizes fun, fair play and teamwork. Everyone plays and everyone learns. Divisions Facility Member Non-Member FALL 2014 (October - December) REGISTRATION: August 15 - September 31 Ages 3-4 $90 $110 Ages 5-16 Uniforms
$95 $125 $25 $25
volleyball Ages 8 – 17 yrs
Learn volleyball skills in an atmosphere that emphasizes fun, fair play and teamwork. Everyone plays and everyone learns. FALL 2014 (October - December) Divisions Facility Member REGISTRATION: August 15 - September 31 Ages 9-12 Ages 13-17 Uniforms
Please email or call us! Aldo Rocha Director of Sports & Recreation aldorocha@ymcala.org 818 668 2619
Non-Member
$75 $95 $80 $100 $20 $20
Men’s Soccer (ages 18+) Join us on our in our very own turf soccer arena for some competitive soccer. Teams and individuals are welcome. Games played Tuesday or Thursday nights.
Co-ed Soccer (ages 18+) Looking for high quality soccer competition? Come join the Co-ed soccer league. Teams and individuals are welcome. Games played Monday or Wednesday nights.
PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL US! Aldo Rocha Director of Sports & Recreation aldorocha@ymcala.org 818 774 2840 ext 3319
WITH US COME RUN WITH US
The Y’s 10k Missile Run & 2 Mile Family Fun Run 10k Missile Run Hurt” & “A Little Dirt Never 2 MileVALLEY Family Fun Run WEST FAMILY YMCA As a leading nonprofit strengthening community Saturday, November 15th, 9am through healthy living, the West Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park
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Saturday, November 15, 2014 9:00am Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park Visit www.y10kmissilerun.org to register Visit www.Y10kMissileRun.org to register WEST VALLEY FAMILY YMCA 18810 Vanowen Street, Reseda, CA 91335 P 818 774 2840 F 818 776 0153 ymcala.org/wv
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HEALTHY LIVING In communities across the nation, the Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests.
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COME ON IN... WATER’S FINE Aquatics
Splish! Splash! Join us at the pool for the best workout with friends. Family and Open Swim The perfect time for you and your family to relax and play in the pool is offered every day. Children 8 years and up may swim alone as long as a parent is on the pool deck.
Lap Swimming Even a few laps can have a positive impact on your well-being.
WATER Fitness programs Adult Swim Lessons 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. 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 Aerobics Advanced A high intensity class that really challenges cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength.
Please email or call us! Gabriel Gonzalez Aquatics Director GabrielGonzalez@ymcala.org 818 668 2617
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 class days & times, please pick up schedule at the Welcome Center or visit www.ymcala.org/wv
HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
FAMILIES NEED EACH OTHER Family Programs
Time passes, but family time is the glue to bind you; so get to know yourself and each other with classes and programs for every age.
PARENT & CHILD Classes (included in the cost of a Family Membership)
Little Hands Arts & Crafts Ages 2 – 5 years 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. Little Movers Ages 18 months – 4 years Mom’s and tots work together to get fit through a series of fun and creative exercises and games. Mommy & Me Sing and Sign Ages 5 months – 36 months Babies will learn to use their signs to express their needs. Songs are incorporated to make the signals memorable and fun for both parent and child.
MEMBER POTLUCKS Fridays 12:00-2:00 pm Join us on a monthly basis as we break bread with our Y friends and family. If you are new to the Y, this is a great way to meet your fellow Y members as well as the staff team. Bring your favorite dish to share (as well as recipe) to share with everyone. We have sign ups at Member Services the week before each event. September 12, 2014 October 17, 2014 November 14, 2014 December 12, 2014
January 23, 2015 February 27, 2015 March 27, 2015
Move & Groove Ages 2 – 4 years Through imaginative play, children will stretch, get aerobic exercise, learn body awareness and develop coordination and rhythm with their parent. Preschool Enrichment Ages 24 months - 5 years Preschool Enrichment classes allow children to learn about the alphabet, colors, numbers, shapes, movement, dance, music and more.
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GET READY TO GET FIT
Healthy Lifestyles Program In order to accomplish our goals, we need a body that can take us there. Get a custom-designed program made just for you, with the guidance and support from our Healthy Lifestyle coaches.
designed for you Personal Training This program provides a variety of training services designed to meet the needs of the individual. Our nationally certified trainers can help you create a customized program based on your ability and goals. We offer individual and group packages. Buy 8 one-hour sessions and get the 9th free. (Spring and Summer only) 1-Hour Session Rates: 1 session $50.00 4 sessions $160.00 ($40.00 per session) 8 sessions $ 280.00 ($35.00 per session) 12 sessions $360.00 ($30.00 per session) Half-Hour Session Rates: 1 session $27.00 4 sessions $100.00 ($25.00 per session) 8 sessions $192.00 ($24.00 per session)
Please email or call us! Diane Sarnataro Healthy Lifestyles Coordinator Dianesarnataro@ymcala.org 818 668 2616
Fitlinxx® 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. Depending on how many points you earn, you can receive T-shirts, personalized duffle bags and free ½ personal training session 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. Coach Approach Designed for individuals that have not worked out in the past 6 months and need help staying on track. This program requires you to meet with a Healthy Lifestyles Coach once a month for 6 months. (included in your membership)
90-Day Fitness Challenge This challenge will give you the knowledge, support and power to transform your body in 90 days; we will provide you with the tools to be successful. Includes monthly fitness goal chart, scheduled weigh-in dates, monthly activities, Culinary workshops, 5K, Mini Triathlon and nutrition log book. Cost $30.00 Fall 2014 Registration: begins August 4 Session Dates: September 2-November 29 Winter 2015 Registration: begins December 1 Session Dates: January 2-March 28
HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
Cardio
SPECIALTY
Strength/Sculpt
Back On Track An introduction to a wide variety of Group Exercise classes.
Indoor Cycling This class uses exercise bicycles -- focusing on endurance, strength, intervals, higher intensity (race day) and recovery -- to motivating music.
Abs/Core A 15/20-minute class focusing on strengthening the abdominal muscles; may include lower back and oblique work.
Pilates A mat work class which emphasizes abdominal strength and core stability while balancing the rest of the body.
Bootcamp A combination of cardio, strength, and agility drills to challenge all fitness levels. Class may be held indoors or outdoors.
Bokwa South African dance mixed with hi/lo aerobics and sign language. Cardio Fitness This class incorporates a variety of cardio exercises to get your heart pumping and your body moving. May include strength training exercises. Step A choreographed routine of stepping up and down on an elevated platform. Step and Sculpt A class including a combination of choreographed step intervals and sculpting intervals.
Dance
Zumba® A fusion of Latin and international music with routines that mix body sculpting movements with fun dance steps. Zumba® Gold Zumba® Gold utilizes Latin rhythms in dance exercise at a much lower intensity. All ages welcome.
Core Conditioning Class focusing on strengthening the abdominal muscles, lower back and obliques. R.I.P.P.E.D. Attain and maintain your physique by utilizing the RIPPED formula featuring: Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, and Endurance.
Ballet Learn beginner to intermediate steps and choreography in this highly technical and disciplined dance form
S.H.R.E.D. High Intensity-Resistance-EnduranceDrive! Take your workout to the next level with this high intensity, highly repetitious, endurance-challenging calisthenics class.
Ballroom Dance Learn the basic steps to all styles of traditional ballroom dance. Couples and singles are welcome
Strength Training Add muscle strength and definition. May include the use of weights, tubes resistance bands, stability balls, etc.
Line Dance Learn a variety of line dances from Western to Latin,
Strength Training Basics Learn the basics to increase muscle strength and definition. May include the use of weights, tubes resistance bands, stability balls, etc.
Please email or call us! Detra Hicks Regional Group Well-being Associate Director DetraHicks@ymcala.org 818 668 2605
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Yoga Hatha Yoga Enhance strength, posture, flexibility and balance, and leave with an overall sense of well-being. Restorative Yoga A deeply relaxing and revitalizing practice that encourages rest and resets the body, mind, and spirit. Stretch Move your whole body through a complete series of stretches designed to increase flexibility. Tai Chi A slow, controlled series of movements increasing stability and balance for a relaxing workout.
ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS Adult Drawing Class Instructor led sketching class. Adult Watercolor Class Instructor led art class using watercolor paint. Arthritis Chair Class Movement and mobility class for your joints. Bridge Members share fellowship through the good, old-fashioned games of bridge. Silver & Fit® see column to the right. For class days & times, please pick up a schedule at the Welcome Center or visit www.ymcala.org/wv
SILVER & FIT® We are pleased to be offering the Silver&Fit® Exercise and Healthy Aging Program providing services to Medicare beneficiaries and group retirees. Members have access to exercise classes and state-ofthe-art fitness equipment at the Y, healthy lifestyle counseling and fun Y activities as well as access to SilverandFit.com, a website with a variety of health tools and resources. Members that are eligible for this program get their Y membership paid for by American Specialty Health as a benefit of their health insurance. Members must keep their account active by visiting and scanning their membership card at the Y a minimum of one time per month. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 1. Determine your eligibility by calling 1-877-329-2746 (select option 1 when prompted). 2. Visit us at the Y, email or call us to determine your eligibility. All we need is your first and last name as well as your birthday. You can email eligibility requests to joshuaberg@ymcala.org or shellyskaro@ymcala.org 3. If it is determined you are eligible, get your membership started by filling out a membership application and begin using the many benefits your Y has to offer.
Please email or call us! Joshua Berg Director of Membership & Healthy Living joshuaberg@ymcala.org 818 668 2610
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical social needs for 160 years. Whether developing skills or emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse demographic populations through global services, or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through collaborations with policymakers, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and deserve. Through the Y, 500,000 volunteers and thousands of donors, leaders and partners across the country are empowering millions of people in the U.S. and around the world to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.
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WE’RE MORE THAN YOU KNOW. WE’RE A CAUSE. Annual Campaign WEST VALLEY FAMILY YMCA
Our members and friends call us THEIR Y. WE call them OUR greatest resource - the thousands of people who work alongside us and support our work to help out neighbors learn, grow and throve. What if we could harness all of that power to make an even greater difference on a bigger scale. With programs from A to Z - like athletics and advocacy, dance classes to disease prevention, volleyball to volunteerism - we don’t just strengthen individuals, we strengthen our community. Yet there is so much more to do. Our community faces new challenges that create a greater need for the work we do. Fortunately, where some see obstacles, we see opportunities for our members, volunteers, staff and generous donors like you to make a difference. No other organization can impact as many people as powerfully as we do every day.
Every gift makes a difference. Everyone has a role to play. Together, we can achive so much more. Make your pledge today. Contact Greg Koubek, Executive Director, 818 668 2600 gregkoubek@ymcala.org
The Y. So Much More™
REGISTRATION & SESSION DATES YOUTH PROGRAMS Fall I Online Registration ONLY: September 1-7 Registration: September 8-14 Session Dates: September 15-November 8
Staff Directory Greg Koubek Executive Director gregkoubek@ymcala.org 818 668 2600
Winter
Shelly Skaro
Online Registration ONLY: November 3-9 Registration: November 10-16 Session Dates: November 17-December 28th
Associate Executive Director shellyskaro@ymcala.org 818 668 2613
Joshua Berg
SWIM LESSONS September Session Online Registration ONLY: August 20-August 24 Registration: August 25-31 Session Dates: September 2-28 (no classes on Labor Day)
October Session Online Registration ONLY: September 17-21 Registration: September 22-28 Session Dates: September 29-October 19
November Session Online Registration ONLY: October 15-19 Registration: October 120-26 Session Dates: October 27-November 23
December Session Online Registration ONLY: November 12-16 Registration: November 17-23 Session Dates: November 24-December 21 (no classes on Thanksgiving Day)
January Session Online Registration ONLY: December 10-14 Registration: December 15-January 4 Session Dates: September 2-28 (no classes on Labor Day)
$5 discount if registered for January Session before 2014 ends.
Director of Membership & Healthy Living joshuaberg@ymcala.org 818 668 2610
Diane Sarnataro Healthy Living Coordinator dianesarnataro@ymcala.org 818 668 2616
Detra Hicks Regional Group Wellbeing Associate Director detrahicks@ymcala.org 818 668 2605
Gabriel Gonzalez Aquatics Director gabrielgonzalez@ymcala.org 818 668 2617
Aldo Rocha Director of Sports & Recreation aldorocha@ymcala.org 818 668 2619
Diana Nieto-Perez Associate Program Director (Childcare) diananieto-perez@ymcala.org 818 668 2622
Sneh Bajaj
SPORTS Fall Session Soccer, Basketball & Volleyball Online Registration ONLY: August 15-September 7 Registration: September 8-October 2 (Basketball & Volleyball) September 8-September 30 (Soccer) Session Dates: October 25-December 20
Winter Session Soccer, Basketball & Volleyball Online Registration ONLY: November 15-December 12 Registration: December 12-January 13 (Basketball & Volleyball) December 12-January 15 (Soccer) Session Dates: January 31-March 21
Business Manager snehbajaj@ymcala.org 818 668 2609
Veenu Agarwal Office Manager veenuagarwal@ymcala.org 818 668 2621
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EVENTS USED BOOK SALE Every 3rd week of the month, 10am - 5pm Come to the West Valley Family YMCA used book sale sponsored by the Y’s Men’s Service Club. Our volunteers will be glad to see you. All proceeds benefit the Y. We have an amazing collection of non-fiction books, including pet care, cook books, spiritual and psychological books, medical, history and biographies, hobbies, etc. Our children’s collection is wonderful, too. We have CDs and videos, too. Paperbacks: 50 cents, Hardbacks: $2.00.
Halloween Party Friday, October 24, 6:00-8:00 pm Enjoy a spooky night of family fun making Halloween crafts, playing carnival games, winning prizes, face painting and so much more. Children are encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween costumes. Family swim will also be available from 6:00-8:00pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is FREE and open to the community.
Active Kids/Active Families Coming WInter 2015 Come to the West Valley Family YMCA used book sale sponsored by the Y’s Active Kids/Active Families is an eight week program designed to directly impact the fight against childhood obesity in our communities. In each class, kids and parents learn about healthy nutritional habits and participate in fun activities and games that get the entire family moving. The program is open to families with children that are struggling with weight and are at risk of suffering the many health complications associated with childhood obesity. In addition to their weekly class time, Active Kids Active Families participants get a chance to take popular West Valley Family YMCA classes such as Zumba®, Bootcamp, Back on Track and more! This program is made possible through a grant from Anthem Blue Cross/Wellpoint and offered at no charge to the participants. PLEASE EMAIL OR CALL US FOR DETAILS! Detra Hicks Regional Group Well-being Associate Director detrahicks@ymcala.org 818 668 2605
Turkey Bingo Saturday, November 22, 10:00am-noon Come burn some calories before Thanksgiving. We will be taking over the cardio room and offering bingo while you sweat. Fun prizes will be awarded throughout the event and one lucky participant will win a FREE turkey. This event is open to all members and is included in your Facility Membership.
Winter Wonderland Friday, December 19, 6:00-8:00 pm Bring your loved ones and enjoy an evening together decorating holiday treats with your kids, get your picture taken with Santa and his helpers and other fun activities. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is FREE and open to the community!
West Valley Family YMCA 18810 Vanowen Street, Reseda, CA 91335 818 774 2840 | www.ymcaLA.org/WV
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We are certain you’re gonna love it here at the West Valley Family YMCA. But don’t take our word for it. Come try it out for yourself. And while you’re at it, feel free to share with your family and friends too. We’ve got something for everybody at the Y.
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