Melrose Fall 2 Program Brochure 2018

Fall II Session: 2018 Oct 29 - Dec 23

Member Registration: Oct 9 Non-Member Registration: Oct 18

Fall II Session Program Guide

Melrose Family YMCA

Welcome Fall II Session: October 29 - December 23 Member Registration: October 9 Non-Member Registration: October 18

Register Online at ymcametronorth.org

LOCATIONS Main Street Facility

Melrose Y Academy

497 Main St. Melrose, MA 02176 Phone Number: 781.665.4360 Fax Number: 781.462.6022

106 Main St. Melrose, MA 02176 Phone Number: 781.665.8522 Fax Number: 781.462.0980

Hours: Mon-Fri: Sat & Sun:

Hours: Infant, Toddler & Preschool Care Mon-Fri: 6:30am-6:00pm

5:00am-10:00pm 6:30am-6:00pm

Stoneham Y Academy

Stoneham Total Wellness Studio

39 Pleasant St. Stoneham, MA 02180 Phone Number: 781-279-2002 Fax Number: 781-279-3260

39 Pleasant St. Stoneham, MA 02180

Hours: Infant, Toddler & Preschool Care Mon-Fri: 6:30am - 6:00pm Out-of-School Time Care Mon - Fri: 2:00pm-6:00pm Vacation Programs 8:00am - 6:00pm

Holiday Hours:

Veterans Day, Nov 11: Thanksgiving, Nov 22: Christmas Eve, Dec 24: Christmas Day, Dec 25: New Year’s Eve, Dec 31: New Year’s Day, Jan 1:

• Personal Training • Group Exercise Classes Not a member? You can purchase a drop-in pass for $15. Or save money and buy a 10-Class Pass for $100!

You can buy the pass online or at the Melrose Family YMCA Welcome Center.

For more information, please contact Bernadette Farrell at bfarrell@metronorthymca.org.

Regular Hours 7:00am-10:00am 6:30am-1:30pm CLOSED 6:30am-4:30pm 12:00pm-6:00pm

Member Benefits Child Watch Services Member must remain on premises. Child Watch Services are limited to 2 hours a day per membership and are available at 497 Main Street. For more information email: Ashley O’Donnell at aodonnell@metronorthymca.org Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-12:30pm Monday-Thursday: 4:30pm-7:30pm Saturday: 8:00am-12:30pm Sunday: 8:00am-12:30pm

Rates: • FREE for Family Members • Individual Members $3/hr per child-$5/hr siblings • Non-Members $5/hr per child-$7/hr siblings

Kids’ Night Out Your children will enjoy games and crafts while you enjoy a night out!

Food and drinks will be served. Space is limited. Sign-ups will not be taken after 5:00pm the Wednesday before a KNO. Cancellations must be made by Wednesday at 5:00pm or will result in a $20 cancellation fee. Ages 3+ and must be potty-trained.

Rates: $20 for the first child with family membership and $5 for each additional child.

Friday, October 19 Friday, November 16

5:30pm-8:30pm 5:30pm-8:30pm

Upcoming Events Monster Bash Friday, October 26 6:15pm-7:30pm Join us for a fun Halloween Monster Bash featuring favorite games such as candy in the haystack, ghost bowling and graveyard golf.

FREE for the whole community! Please register in advance at the Welcome Center.

5K Spooky Sprint Saturday, October 27 8:30am

Race features include long sleeve t-shirts for participants pre-registered by October 13, electronic timing and post-race refreshments.

Proceeds will benefit the Melrose Family YMCA Annual Fund. For more information and to register visit www.ymcametronorth.org/ locations/melrose.

Toy Story Tales Monday, November 12 11:30am-12:30pm

Children ages 2-7 are welcome to join us in our Child Watch room for a meet and greet with their favorite character. Your little one will get to interact and take pictures with Woody and Jessie while listening to a special story. Please note: Child Watch will close one hour early at 11:30am on this date for the event. Please register in advance at the Welcome Center.

Holiday Extravaganza Friday, December 7 6:00pm-7:00pm

Celebrate the holiday season with pictures with Santa, holiday crafts, music and a seasonal treat! Please register in advance at the Welcome Center.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT MELROSE FAMILY YMCA All parties include one hour of bouncing, swimming or playing and a half hour in the party room.

Pool Party Swimmers must pass a swim test to swim in the deep end. Two adults will need to remain with the party at all times. Pool parties take place between 1:00-2:30pm on Sundays. Maximum of 25 participants. For more information contact Rachel Heard at rheard@ metronorthymca.org.

Member: $200 Youth Member: $225 Non-Member: $250 Gym Party (5+ years) Maximum of 20 participants. For more information contact Steve Headley at sheadley@metronorthymca.org.

Member: $200 Youth Member: $225 Non-Member: $250 Bounce House Party (5+ years) Maximum of 10 children in the bounce house at once. For more information contact Steve Headley at sheadley@metronorthymca.org.

Member: $250 Youth Member: $250 Non-Member: 3050 Zumba Party (7+ years) ZumbaÂŽ birthday party is the ultimate dance-fitness party for young ZumbaÂŽ fans, where they can dance it out and rock with friends to their own rules. A full hour of non-stop fun with dancing to Latin and International beats. For more information contact Bernadette Farrell at bfarrell@metronorthymca.org.

Member: $250 Youth Member: $250 Non-Member: 3050

Aquatics

The Y is “America’s Swim Instructor” and the most accessible community resource to prevent drowning and encourage a lifelong enjoyment of swimming.

LEVEL TO STAGE

CONVERSIONS SWIM LEVEL

SWIM STAGE

Parent/Child 1 Parent/Child 2 Parent/Child 3 Skipper Pike Eel Rays Starfish Little Fins Polliwog Guppies Minnows Fish Jr. Fins Sr. Fins

A B B B 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 1 2 2 3 4 4 5 5 6 6

Infant & Toddler Infant & Toddler Preschool Preschool Preschool Preschool Preschool Preschool Preschool School Age School Age School Age School Age School Age School Age

Infant & Toddler 6 mo - age 3 Stages A-B

*Please Note: Varying by branch, level 3 and higher participants must be able to swim without a flotation device.

YMCA of Metro North | ymcametronorth.org

Preschool Ages 3-5 Stages 1-4

School Age Ages 5-12 Stages 1-6

Aquatics Water Fitness Classes Water Exercise 60 Mins Member: FREE

Swim Fit 60 Mins Non-Member: $96

Member: $61

Join us for a full body workout! A combination of cardio respiratory endurance, muscle conditioning and interval training. Registration is required.

Aquatics Stretch 60 Mins Member: FREE

Non-Member: $72

Water Zen 45 Mins Member: $28

Non-Member: $91

Enjoy a workout in the gymnasium and then light aqua aerobics in the pool.

Tues (light aerobics & weights) Thurs (stretching & weights) Sun

Aquatics Stretch Stay Fit Swim Fit Hydro-Pilates Water Zen

Non-Member: $34

Enjoy the benefits of pilates and water exercise all at the same time. Recharge while increasing your core and muscular strength and flexibility.

Senior Gym & Swim “Stay Fit” 120 Mins

Water Exercise

Hydro-Pilates 45 Mins Member: $28

Promote functional endurance as well as musculoskeletal flexibility.

Member: FREE

Non-Member: $91

Workouts for triathletes and fitness swimmers.

All levels are welcome.

Non-Member: $34

This is an interval class combining cardio and mind/body work including hydropilates, water yoga and Ai Chi (water Ti Chi). Open to all levels, this class is in both the deep and shallow ends. Therefore, a comfort level in the deep end and belts are recommended.

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

9:00am 7:30 pm 1:00pm

9:00am

9:00am

9:00am

9:00am

1:00pm 12:00pm 10:00am

1:00pm

1:00pm 12:00pm 10:00am

10:00am

Sat

10:00am 10:00am

Parent & Child Swim Lessons 30 Minutes | 6 months – Age 3 Family Members: $64 Youth Members: $98 Non-Members: $155

Parent/ Child A (6-18 Months w/parent)

Parent/ Child B (19 - 36 Months w/parent)

Parents learn water safety, holds and towing techniques that encourage basic kicking/pulling and water independence for children. Swim diaper must be worn.

Toddlers are introduced to submerging, kicking and pulling combinations, floating and swimming without flotation. Swim diaper must be worn for children not potty trained.

Parent/Child A Parent/Child B

Sun

9:00am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am

Mon

Tue

Wed

10:00am 10:45am

11:00am 11:30am

10:00am

Thu

Fri

Sat

9:00am 9:35am 10:45am

Preschool Swim 30 Minutes | Ages 3 - 6 Family Member: $70 Youth Member: $125 Non-Member: $190

Stage 1

Stage 3

This class is for the child who has little or no experience. Increases comfort with underwater exploration and introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Please bring goggles to class.

Swimmers must swim 20 feet or about three quarters the width of the pool without flotation to enter this class. Develops intermediate self-rescue skills performed at longer distances than in previous stages. This class will be taught in the deep end of the pool. Please bring goggles to class.

Stage 2 Swimmers must swim 5 feet without assistance or flotation and fully submerge their face in the water to enter this class. Encourages forward movement in water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently. Please bring goggles to class.

Stage 4 Swimmers must be able to proficiently swim the width of the pool on their stomach and back without floatation to enter this class. Introduces basic stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and reinforces water safety through treading water and elementary backstroke. This class will be taught in the deep end of the pool.

Please bring goggles to class.

Stage 1

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

9:00am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:20am 11:55am

11:20am 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm

10:00am 11:00am 3:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6:00pm

10:45am 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6:00pm

10:00am 11:00am 3:30pm 4:15pm 4:50pm 5:25pm 6:00pm

10:00am

Stage 2

9:00am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:55am

4:50pm 5:25pm

10:30am 11:30am 3:30pm 4:50pm

10:45am 11:20am 4:50pm 5:25pm

10:30am 11:30am 3:30pm

10:45am

Stage 3

9:00am 9:35am

6:00pm

11:20am 4:15pm

11:30am 6:00pm

11:20am

Stage 4

4:50pm

Thu

4:50pm

Fri

Sat

9:00am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:20am 11:55am 12:30pm 1:05pm 9:00am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 11:20am 12:30pm 1:05pm 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am 1:05pm 9:35am 11:55am

Aquatics Youth Swim Lessons 30 Minutes | Ages 6+ Family Member: $70 Youth Member: $125 Non-Member: $190

Stage 1 & 2

Stage 4

This class is for the child who has little or no experience. Increases comfort with underwater exploration and introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Please bring goggles to class.

Swimmers must be able to proficiently swim the width of the pool on their stomach and back without flotation to enter this class. Introduces basic stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and reinforces water safety through treading water and elementary backstroke. This class will be taught in the deep end of the pool.

Please bring goggles to class.

Stage 3 Swimmers must swim 20 feet or about three quarters the width of the pool without flotation to enter this class. Develops intermediate self-rescue skills performed at longer distances than in previous stages. This class will be taught in the deep end of the pool. Please bring goggles to class Stage 1 & 2 Stage 3 Stage 4

Sun 11:20am 11:55am 9:00am 10:10am 10:45am 9:35am 10:10am 10:45am

Mon

Tue

Wed

6:00pm

5:25pm

4:50pm

5:25pm

4:50pm 6:00pm

4:50pm 5:25pm 4:15pm 6:00pm

Thu

4:15pm 5:25pm

4:15pm 5:25pm

6:00pm

5:25pm

Fri

Sat

9:00am 10:45am 11:20am 9:00am 10:10am 11:20am

Advanced Swim 40 Minutes | Ages 6+ Family Member: $75 Youth Member: $130 Non-Member: $195

Stage 5

Stage 6

Swimmers must be able to swim the entire length of the pool with proficient front crawl and backstroke and tread water for 1 minute to enter this class. Please bring goggles to class.

Swimmers must be able to swim 200 yards continuously with proficient front crawl and backstroke, with rudimentary breast stroke, butterfly stroke and tread water for 2 minutes to enter this class. Please bring goggles.

Stage 5 Stage 6

Sun 11:20am 12:05pm 11:20am

Mon 4:05pm

Tue

Wed

3:30pm 4:05pm

4:05pm

3:30pm

Thu

3:30pm

4:05pm

Fri

Sat 11:55am 12:40pm 11:55am

Advanced Swim 30 Minutes | 6+ Years Family Member: $70 Youth Member: $125 Non-Member: $190

Competitive Swim Class Swimmers must be able to show proficiency in all four competitive strokes to be able to sign up for this class. Must complete level 6 and be evaluated by a director. For more information please contact: Benjamin Allis at ballis@metronorthymca.org

Competitive Swim

Sun

Mon

Tue

Private Lessons

Non-Member 4 Classes: 6 Classes:

Fri

Sat

FREE for Members Not sure which stage your child is in? Come in for a swim lesson evaluation. Saturdays 1:45pm-2:00pm or Sundays 12:45pm-1:00pm.

Please register in advance at the Welcome Center to reserve your time.

melroseprivateswim@metronorthymca.org.

You will be contacted when a slot becomes available.

$160 $180

Thu

Swim Evaluations

A great way to learn to swim or improve stroke techniques. Each lesson lasts 30 minutes.

To register, please contact:

Private Member: 4 Classes: 6 Classes:

Wed

12:05pm

Semi-Private* Member: 4 Classes: $220 6 Classes: $300 Non-Member

$180 $210

4 Classes: 6 Classes:

$260 $360

*Max 3 swimmers-fee is total for all swimmers.

Adult Swim Adult Beginner A Swim Lessons

Intermediate Swim Lessons

Not much experience? Want to build your skills? This is the place to start! Participants will become more confident in the water and learn the fundamentals of swimming and aquatic safety.

Develop basic swim strokes and have the opportunity to try more advanced swim strokes in this class. Participants must swim 25 yards comfortably.

30 Minutes | Ages 17+ Member: $80 Non-Member: $120

30 Minutes | Ages 17+ Member: $80 Non-Member: $120

Adult Beginner B Swim Lessons 30 Minutes | Ages 17+ Member: $80 Non-Member: $120

This class is designed for beginners who are ready to begin swimming in the deep end of the pool.

Adult Beginner A Adult Beginner B Intermediate

Sun 8:00am 8:30am

Mon

Tue

Wed 8:00pm 8:30pm 8:30pm

Thu

Fri

Sat

Aquatics CERTIFICATION CLASSES CPR/First Aid/AED for the Community

Member: $50 Non-Member: $75 This program is for individuals who want or are required to have CPR/AED and First Aid knowledge and skills. Certification will be from the American Safety and Health Institute. This class will have online and in-class components.

Lifeguard Training Includes CPR, First Aid, AED Ages 15+ | Member: $300 Non-Member: $425

Certification:

October 16:

November 13:

December 4:

6:00pm - 7:30pm 6:00pm - 7:30pm 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Full Course:

December 27- December 29 (Thu-Sat) 8:00am-4:00pm

Certification is determined by successful completion of a comprehensive written exam and water test.

Swimming skills are a prerequisite and attendance in all classes is mandatory. Please contact Benjamin Allis at ballis@metronorthymca.org to schedule a swim test.

Lifeguard Recertification

Ages 15+ | Member: $200 Non-Member: $325 This is a one-day blended course with both an online and in class segment. Recertification is determined by successful completion of a comprehensive written exam and water test.

Students must show proof that their current certification has expired within 30 days after expiration date. Please contact Benjamin Allis at ballis@metronorthymca.org for more information.

Lap Swim & Open Swim FREE for Members!

Lap swim is available for ages 14+. Open swim is available for all ages. Children 6 and younger MUST be accompanied by a supervising adult in the water within arm’s reach. All participants ages 6+ must use gender appropriate locker rooms.

For the most current Lap Swim and Open Swim times visit www.ymcametronorth.org.

Sessions:

December 23:

8:00am - 4:00pm

Youth Development

The Y nurtures the potential of every child and teen by supporting their unique youth development journey through holistic programming.

Youth Development Youth Sports Family Member: $62 Youth Member: $91 Non-Member: $120

Hop, Skip, Read (Ages 1.5-3)

Gym & Swim (Ages 6-10)

Run, hop, skip and jump through games that will develop gross motor skills. Class will finish each week with a story.

Enjoy games in the gym for the first half of the class, and then the instructor will escort them to the pool for the last half of class.

Youth Soccer (Ages 3-5)

Speed Stars (Ages 3-5)

45 Minutes

45 Minutes

This class teaches basic fundamentals, teamwork and fun with a ball at your feet.

Help your child learn how to run, jump, throw and compete as we offer instruction and practice in the fundamentals of the track and field.

30 Minutes

60 Minutes

Mini All-Stars (Ages 3-5)

Youth Soccer II (Ages 3-5)

45 Minutes

This class offers different sports and games each week.

T-Ball ( Ages 3-5)

45 Minutes

This class will reinforce basic soccer skills and teach more advanced skills.

45 Minutes

Enjoy learning how to hit, field, throw and run the bases.

Basketball for Beginners (Ages 3-5) 45 Minutes

Learn the basics of basketball such as dribbling, shooting and passing.

Mon

Tue

Hop, Skip, Read Youth Soccer Mini All-Stars

Sun

9:00am 4:15pm 10:00am

11:00am

T-Ball Basketball for Beginners

11:00am

Gym & Swim Speed Stars Youth Soccer II

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

11:00am 11:00am 4:15pm

8:30am 11:00am 10:00am 5:15pm 4:00pm 10:00am

5:00pm

Youth Sports Family Member: $62 Youth Member: $91 Non-Member: $120

Jump Shots (Ages 5-8 years)

Melrose YMCA Track Team (Ages 6-14)

45 Minutes

The main focus of Jump Shots is to teach fun in the sport of basketball. Learn ball control, passing, shooting, and the general rules of the game.

Nerf Blasters (Ages 7-10) 45 Minutes

Speed, accuracy and teamwork will be taught to improve fitness! Game is similar to paintball or laser tag.

Dodgeball (Ages 7-10) 45 Minutes

Enjoy running, throwing and dodging while learning to work in a team setting. Fun is guaranteed!

Member: $199 Non-Member: $249 September 6 - February 14 Come join us for our first ever track team.

Youth ages 6-14 can train for sprints, distance and relays with international sprinter Steve Headley. This program is designed to give kids an opportunity to compete in meets against other track clubs in the Boston area. Learn, make friends and have fun! Training through November, meets start in December. Fee includes uniform and meet fees. For more information or to volunteer to coach, please contact Steve Headley at: sheadley@metronorthymca.org.

Basketball Champs (Ages 9-12) 45 Minutes

Players will have an opportunity to work on all aspects of the game, from shooting to dribbling to passing to defense. Occasional games and contests will be mixed with skill-building drills to keep the class fun for all participants.

Sun Jump Shots Nerf Blasters Dodgeball Basketball Champs Melrose YMCA Track Team

Mon

Tue

Wed

5:00pm

3:15pm 4:15pm 5:00pm

3:15pm

5:00pm

Thu

3:00pm 5:00pm

Fri

Sat

Youth Development Youth Enrichment Family Member: $62 Youth Member: $91 Non-Member: $120

BABY BALLERINAS (AGES 2.9-5) 45 Minutes

This structured class enhances coordination, develops listening skills and places an emphasis on balance, fitness and flexibility through a combination of dance and gymnastics.

BALLET & TAP (AGES 3-5) 45 Minutes

This structured dance class is for those who have completed at least one session of Baby Ballerinas or have instructor approval. Ballet & Tap will use techniques learned in Baby Ballerinas to start incorporating choreography and advanced movements into class for participants.

INTRODUCTION TO DANCE (AGES 5-8) 60 Minutes

Participants will learn the basics of several dance formats from ballet to jazz and even acrobatics will be instructed during class. Participants will focus on coordination, listening skills, fitness and flexibility through various movements.

HEALTHY KIDS KITCHEN (AGES 3-6) 40 Minutes Family Member: FREE

Children will learn the fundamentals of cooking including kitchen safety and healthy eating habits. Each class children will leave with a recipe card to practice skills at home. *We may not be able to accommodate all types of food allergies.

LITTLE MAKERS-MOMMY & ME (AGES 2-5) 30 Minutes Family Member: FREE

This student-centered, mix-aged program cultivates creativity, fosters innovative thinking and problem-solving skills that help with educational development. Children 1 to 5 rely on imagination in this open-ended play space, where they can build, invent and create alongside their caregivers. Each week a new art or sensory learning station will be featured in our “Tinker Lab� along with other STEAM-based activities.

CRAFTY CREATIONS (AGES 2.5-6)

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT (AGES 1.5-4)

30 Minutes Family Member: FREE

30 Minutes Family Member: FREE

Children will work on fine motor skills by creating weekly themed arts and crafts projects.

Each week we will learn about music through various song, dance and interactive instruments.

GARDEN GROWERS (AGES 3-6) 30 Minutes Family Member: FREE

Children will have the opportunity to grow through projects that incorporate various gardening principles and techniques.

Baby Ballerinas Ballet & Tap Introduction to Dance Crafty Creations Garden Growers Healthy Kids Kitchen Little Makers Music and Movement

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

10:45am 11:30am 4:00pm 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 11:15am 10:30am 10:30am

Sat

Healthy Living

The Y aims to improve the nation’s health and well-being by providing programs and activities that promote wellness, reduce risk for disease and help others reclaim their health.

Healthy Living Adult Fitness Family Member: $79 Member: $98 Non-Member: $148

All prices for adult fitness classes unless otherwise noted.

TREAD & SHRED

SUNDAY MORNING LIFT

30 minutes of intense cardio followed by 45 minutes of strength training drills that focus on toning and sculpting.

Start your week off right by spending it with trainer Josh Brown, learning to lift correctly and progress confidently. This class is a great compliment to your cardio training, or add this to your Lift Heavy Look Lean routine.

LIFT HEAVY, LOOK LEAN

SPEED TRAINING FOR ADULTS-NEW!

75 Minutes Family Member: $97 Member: $122 Non-Member: $148

60 Minutes

60 Minutes Family Member: $165 Member: $216 Non-Member: $302

60 Minutes Family Member: $112 Member: $160 Non-Member: $216

Women only class that will teach strategies for getting cut and lean using free weights, barbells and dietary adjustments. Includes 2 workouts per week and 2 body composition measurements at the start and the end of the session (a $50 value).

LIFT HEAVY, LOOK LEAN FOR MEN

Steve Headley, member of the Barbados National Track Team, leads this specialty class for adult athletes that teaches proper technique and mechanics for improving speed performance to get you to the next level. Whatever your sport, this class is applicable to you. Like the youth class, this is for intermediate to advanced athletes training for a sport, not an entry-level fitness class.

60 Minutes Family Member: $165 Member: $216 Non-Member: $302

This class will teach strategies for getting cut and lean using free weights, barbells and dietary adjustments, but for MEN! Includes 2 workouts per week with Josh Brown, and 2 body composition measurements at the start and the end of the session (a $50 value).

Class Session Key 1: Class 1 2: Class 2 3: Class 3 (Coed) Sun

Mon

Tread and Shred Lift Heavy, Look Lean Lift Heavy, Look Lean for Men Sunday Morning Lift Speed Training

Tue

Wed

8:30am1 6:30pm2 7:30pm3 7:00pm

Thu

Fri

6:30pm 8:30am1 6:30pm2 7:30pm3

8:45am

7:00pm

9:00am 6:15pm

Sat

Adult Fitness Family Member: $79 Member: $98 Non-Member: $148

All prices for adult fitness classes unless otherwise noted.

WARRIOR STRONG-NEW!

WUDANG TAI CHI & QIGONG

45 Minutes Family Member: $69 Member: $85 Non-Member: $129 This circuit based class will prepare you for obstacle course races and mud runs! A great way to build lean muscle, shed fat, and get your cardio. Each class will feature 8 exercises that target the body and each will have modifications to fit each member’s fitness level. All exercise levels are welcome.

SENIOR GYM & SWIM “STAY FIT” 120 Minutes Member: FREE Non-Member: $91

Enjoy a workout in the gymnasium and then light aqua aerobics in the pool.

SENIOR LIFTING FOR STRENGTH AND BALANCE

Fall I: 5 Weeks (Sept 8 - Oct 20) 75 Minutes Family Member: $54 Member: $62 Non-Member: $92

Fall II: 8 Weeks (Oct 27 - Dec 15) 75 Minutes Family Member: $86 Member: $99 Non-Member: $147 This class is flowing and dynamic and utilizes both the external body and one’s inner energy.

All levels welcome. For more information contact Paul/Rosalie DiCrescenzo at (617) 285-1178.

SENIOR FITNESS CENTER HOURS

A trainer experienced in senior fitness will be on hand to orient seniors to the equipment, answer questions about exercise, fitness center etiquette and general fitness so you get the most out of your workout.

60 Minutes

Learn proper form, leg strength for balance and core strength. Complete the class with some stretching and flexibility work for a complete workout.

Sun Mon Warrior Strong Stay Fit Senior Lifting for Strength & Balance Wudang Tai Chi and Qigong 9:00am Senior Fitness Center Hours

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

5:30pm 12:00pm

12:00pm 12:00pm 9:30am

9:00am

9:00am

9:00am

9:00am

Group Exercise BOXING FOR FITNESS

WOMEN ON WEIGHTS

Boxing Studio, 2nd Floor 60 Minutes $5 per class or 10-class pass for $45

60 Minutes | FREE for Members

Boxing for fitness has never been more popular.

Come and try it out to see why so many people are using it to develop stamina, relieve stress and get absolutely ripped.

Also Available in Express Format!

Same class Half the Time! Free for members.

Sun Mon 6:30pm Boxing for Fitness Express Boxing Women on Weights

9:45am 7:30pm

In this informal formatted class, learn the basics of upper body strength training with free weights.

Tue 8:30am 7:30pm

Wed

Thu

Fri

7:30pm

Sat 9:45am

9:45am 7:30pm

8:30am

Healthy Living Youth Fitness Family Member: $67 Member: $91 Non-Member: $135

All prices for youth and teen fitness classes unless otherwise noted.

LITTLE NINJA WARRIORS (AGES 10-13)

INTRO TO WEIGHT TRAINING II (AGES 10-13)

Just like the popular TV show, test your ninja warrior skills against your friends. Our own warrior instructor will lead participants through unconventional circuits that build confidence while challenging body and mind.

FOR YOUTH WHO HAVE GONE THROUGH INTRO I, and are interested in a more serious class. This class picks up where Intro I left off, progressing youths in various forms of weight training including body building, weight lifting, power lifting and lifting for strength.

Trainers will continue to provide instruction on technique, progression and proper spotting, progressing weights for strength and results.

45 Minutes

60 Minutes

INTRO TO STRENGTH AND ATHLETIC CONDITIONING-NEW! (AGES 10-13) 60 Minutes

For young athletes ages 10-13 who want to learn how to gain strength with resistance training, as well as improve their conditioning with interval and cardio training. Taught by Josh Brown, Intro to Weight Training instructor, personal trainer and competitive body builder.

INTRO TO WEIGHT TRAINING I (AGES 10-13) 60 Minutes

FOR BEGINNERS! This class is designed for youths interested in various forms of weight training including body building, weight lifting, power lifting and lifting for strength. Trainers will provide instruction on technique, progression and proper spotting. Participants will learn how to lift safely, minimizing injury and maximizing results.

Little Ninja Warriors

Sun

Intro to Strength & Athletic Conditioning Intro to Weight Training I Intro to Weight Training II Speed Training for Athletes

Mon

SPEED TRAINING FOR ATHLETES (AGES 13-17) 60 Minutes Family Member: $112 Member: $160 Non-Members: $216

Steve Headley leads this specialty class that teaches proper technique and mechanics for improving speed performance to get you to the next level. Whether your sport is track, football, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, baseball or softball, this class is applicable to you! For athletes training for a sport, not a fitness class.

Tue 3:15pm 4:15pm

3:15pm 4:15pm 3:15pm

Adult Basketball League Member: $25 | Non-Member: $97.50 Monday and Wednesday from 7:00pm-10:00pm

Wed

Thu

Fri

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FREE Youth Fitness Center Hours For youth ages 11-13. Fitness Center staff will be prepared to orient youths to the equipment, answer questions about training and etiquette, and provide spots when needed.

Monday-Friday: 2:30pm-4:30pm Holidays and School Vacations 12:30pm-4:30pm FREE Member Family Open Gym Members under 12 must be accompanied by a parent. Participants must bring their own basketballs. For a schedule of open gym times visit ymcametronorth.org.

FREE Member Family Fitness Time Members ages 9-13 may workout in our Fitness Center. Must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. We recommend youths receive a free fitness orientation to learn how to use the equipment.

Fitness orientations are available throughout the week. Please see the Fitness Center Staff.

Friday: Saturday: Sunday:

5:00pm-10:00pm 3:00pm-6:00pm 3:00pm-6:00pm

Jump-Start Orientation FREE for Members!

All members receive 2 FREE appointments to learn how to use the fitness equipment. Visit the Welcome Center to make an appointment.

Personal Training Get the motivation, accountability and guidance you need for success! You can purchase packages of 3, 6 or 10 sessions; or if you are interested in long-term training, pay weekly to fit your budget. It is convenient and long term training becomes more affordable.

INDIVIDUAL TRAINING:

PARTNER TRAINING:

•Work one-on-one with a trainer for 30 minutes or 60 minutes per session.

•Limited to two people.

•Excellent for members with injuries or limitations, or for individuals seeking an accelerated program.

•Individual attention provides a custom plan to suit your needs and to help you reach your fitness goals.

•Get the advantage of a trainer’s guidance with the added benefit of peer accountability when you workout with a friend.

• Partner training sessions are a perfect fit for friends, workout buddies and couples that share similar health and fitness goals

For more information, please contact Bernadette Farrell at bfarrell@metronorthymca.org.

Massage To schedule your appointment please email: Tamara Mills, Massage Therapist at tmills@metronorthymca.org Family Member Member Non-Member

30 min. $42 $45 $52

60 min. $52 $60 $68

90 min. $78 $90 $102

Social Responsibility Our Mission The YMCA of Metro North builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities by enriching the lives of all people in spirit, mind and body.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

Everyone belongs at the Y, and no person will be turned away because of financial limitation.

For more information about confidential financial assistance, please call the Melrose Family YMCA at (781) 665-4360 or visit our Welcome Center for an application.

The Melrose Family YMCA is committed to providing a safe environment for our members, employees and guests. Our staff is recruited, thoroughly vetted and receives extensive training.

The process includes:

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN

• Application with work history.

Every day we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to be healthy, confident, connected and secure. The YMCA of Metro North provides over $1,000,000 in scholarship support to the people in our communities that need it most.

Every gift makes a difference. Give today!

• Comprehensive interview process.

Donate today! www.ymcametronorth.org/give

We work closely with law enforcement and other community outlets to always ensure the safety of our staff, volunteers and members.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT The Melrose Family YMCA collaborates with local causes and organizations that share our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility. Our employees and volunteers are proud to support: • Melrose Rotary • Melrose Chamber of Commerce • Healthy Melrose • Bread of Life • Hallmark Health • Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition • Stoneham Chamber • Victorian Fair • Melrose PTO

• Full background check with CORI & SORI and at least 3 reference checks.

• Training includes but is not limited to child abuse training, CPR, First Aid, behavior management, bully prevention, team building, service learning and child development.

Policies Program Registration & Closure Policies In order to receive member rates for programs, your membership must be current throughout the entire program session. If it expires during the session and you do not renew your membership, you will be charges an additional fee to bring the total cost of the program to the non-member rate.

WAIT LIST POLICY

CREDITS AND REFUNDS

If a program is full, you may request to be placed on the wait list. You will make no payment until accepted in the program. The program director will contact you to inform you of your acceptance into the class. You will have 24 hours to contact us, if we do not hear from you, your name will be removed from the wait list and the spot will go to the next person on the wait list. Your spot is not accepted/secured unless payment is received. Please be sure we have your correct address, email, and phone number to contact you.

The YMCA may cancel a class due to unforeseen events, I.e. safety concerns, weather, building closures, etc. The YMCA will make every effort to make up the cancelled class, however, in the event the class cannot be made up, a system credit will be issued.

PROGRAM CANCELLATIONS The YMCA may cancel a class due to unforeseen events, I.e. safety concerns, weather, building closures, etc. The YMCA will make every effort to make up the cancelled class, however, in the event the class cannot be made up, a system credit will be issued.

CLOSURE POLICY It is the policy of the YMCA of Metro North to remain open during inclement weather. Should the city or state declare an emergency, or the safety of our members and staff be in question, it may be necessary for the Y to close. If this is the case and fee based classes are cancelled you will be offered a makeup class at an alternate date. In the event of inclement weather or snow closings, please refer to our website, Facebook & Twitter for communication regarding our hours and programs.

Credits and Refunds • If the YMCA cancels a program, a full refund will be processed.

• If notification of withdrawal is received 48 hours or more prior to the first class, a YMCA credit or full refund will be processed.

• If notification of withdrawal is received less than 48 hours prior to the first class, a YMCA credit will be issued.

• If notification of withdrawal is received between the first and second class, a YMCA credit will be issued minus the cost of the class already held.

• There are no refunds after the 2nd scheduled class.

• Make up classes or refunds are not available for classes missed by participant due to personal conflict.

• If a cancellation is due to a medical issue, a doctor’s note must be provided in order for a refund to be processed.

Our Mission The YMCA of Metro North builds strong kids, strong families, and strong communities by enriching the lives of people in spirit, mind, and body.

LEADERSHIP Katelyn Doherty, Branch Executive Director kdoherty@metronorthymca.org Ellen Casey, Branch Administrator ecasey@metronorthymca.org Ashley O’Donnell, Membership and Community Outreach Director aodonnell@metronorthymca.org Rachel Heard, Welcome Center Coordinator rheard@metronorthymca.org Benjamin Allis, Aquatics Director ballis@metronorthymca.org Drew Sidell, Assistant Aquatics Director dsidell@metronorthymca.org Bernadette Farrell, Senior Program Director/Health and Wellness Director bfarrell@metronorthymca.org Stephen Headley, Sports and Teen Director sheadley@metronorthymca.org Diana Herbert, Group Exercise Coordinator dherbert@metronorthymca.org Branden Lamarre, Regional Director of Facilities blamarre@metronorthymca.org