A FRESH START TO A NEW YOU Winter Program Session January 4 - February 28 CAPE ANN YMCA
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE Mini Artists
Ages: 4-8 years Fee: Y Member $50 Community $70 In this class kids will have the chance to paint, sculpt, and create their own mast pieces! Each week kids will have a new subject or new medium to explore! Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Tuesdays 11:00am
Mom and Me Art Class
Ages: 4-8 years Fee: Y Member $50 Community $70 In this class parent and children will create art together! Each week we will have a new project to work on together and create! Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Tuesdays 10:00am
Strings and Things
Ages: 4-8 years Fee: Y Member $50 Community $70 In this class kids will learn knitting, crocheting, bracelet making and other fun crafts involving strings! Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Mondays 4:00pm
Lego Builders
Fee: Y members: $25 Community: $35 Calling all Lego lovers! Come join our Lego club, each week kids will build a new creation. Class emphasizes team work and building social skills as well as developing fine motor skills. CAY Thursdays 3:30pm
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GYMNASTICS Honey Pots/Tots
Ages: 12-24 months & 2-3 years with parent Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 Music and movement exploration is a major part of the curriculum for our Parent/Tot class. Hand eye coordination and ball handling skills are developed along with small motor development. Children will also work on some gymnastics skills on the spring floor, bars, beam, trampoline, and tumble trak. This class will also focus on peer socialization and is a great place to meet other parents and guardians. Class length is 30 minutes. CAY Monday 11:00am CAY Wednesday 11:00am
Cubs
Ages: 2-3 years without parent Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 This class is for children ready to attend class without a parent but are a little too young for Teddy Bear Tumblers. This class will not only focus on gymnastics skills, but will also touch on early childhood education. Numbers, letters, colors and social skills will be taught and reinforced throughout an introduction of gymnastics. Introduction to the beam, bars and tumbling will be the major components. Class length is 30 minutes. CAY Wednesday 10:30am
Teddy Bear Tumblers
Ages: 3 years Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 Teddy Bear Tumblers is the first step in our recreational gymnastics program. Through games, songs and activities our little gymnasts will work on the basic elements. Children will work on gross motor skills and coordination through tumbles, balancing and tricks. Class length is 30 minutes. CAY Wednesday 11:30am CAY Wednesday 5:15pm
Kinder Gym and Swim
Ages: 3-6 years Fee: Y Member $98 Community $144 This class combines the fun in the pool and the gym! In the gym, we provide experiences which help your child develop physical and social skills. In the pool, your child will work on water adjustment, the use of flotation devices, water safety and having fun! This class starts with gymnastics followed by swimming, so we encourage children to come dressed in their bathing suits for an easy transition to swim. Class length is 90 minutes. CAY Tuesday 3:30pm
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Kinder Gym and Swim Level II
Ages: 5-8 years Fee: Y members $98 Community $144 This class combines the fun in the pool and the gym! Level II is for kids who have been through Kinder Gym and Swim Level I and are ready for the next level of gymnastics! This class length is 90 minutes long; we encourage kids to come ready in their bathing suits for an easy transition to swim. CAY Thursday 3:30pm
Black Bears Level 1
Ages: 4-12 years Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 This class is designed for development of gymnastics skills, uneven bars, balance beam, tumbling, and tumble track. Children work on basic gymnastics positions such as tuck, pike, straddle, squat and lunge. They will also work on skills such as handstands, cartwheels, round-offs, forward rolls and backward rolls. The children learn how to work well with others and improve their fine and gross motor skills, such as hand-eye coordination and readiness while learning gymnastics. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Monday 3:30pm (Ages 4-7) CAY Monday 4:30pm (Ages 8-12) CAY Saturday 9:00am (Ages 4-7) CAY Saturday 10:00am (Ages 8-12)
Black Bears Level 2
Ages: 6-12 years Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 This class is focused more on gymnastics skills rather than fine motor skills with work on cartwheels, round-offs, handstands, forward and backward rolls, and kids are introduced to the bridge. Students will learn skills on uneven-bars, balance beam, spring floor, trampoline and tumble trak. Children must have passed Level 1 or have the recommendation of an instructor. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Wednesday 4:30pm
Open Gymnastics
Grades: 1 & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $5/Family/Day We are now are opening our gymnastics center for our youth members to come and tumble! Parents are welcome to drop their kids off for open gymnastics. Great member benefit! Registration at the front desk is required. CAY Tuesday 5:15pm (Ages 6-10) CAY Tuesday 6:15pm (Ages 11 & up) CAY Thursday 5:15pm (Ages 6-10) CAY Thursday 6:15pm (Ages 11 & up)
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GYMNASTICS Back Handspring Mania
Ages: 8 years & up Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93 Our back handspring class is designed for children to safely learn how to do back handsprings through increasing strength, flexibility and power. This class is perfect for gymnasts and cheerleaders looking to advance their skills. CAY Monday 5:30pm
Flips and Tricks
Ages: 5-16years Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93 Try your hand at back handsprings, back tucks, walkovers, splits etc. We are wrapping all the elements of tumbling, cheer and fitness into one class. Class length is one hour. CAY Wednesday 6:00pm (ages 5-10) CAY Wednesday 7:00pm (ages 11-16)
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Youth Strength & Conditioning
Ages: 10-13 years Fee: Y Member $68 Community $102 Increase strength, improve endurance and build confidence in this small group setting. Workouts include the use of free weights, suspension training, body weight exercises and much more! CAY Tuesday 4:00pm
Teen Training Camp
Ages: 14-17 years Fee: Y Member $68 Community $102 Teens of all fitness levels are welcome and will benefit from this high-energy program. Training camp is designed to be motivating, challenging and fun! It will improve overall health and fitness. Expect to challenge yourself and see the benefits of improved cardio, strength, endurance and agility‌not to mention self-confidence! CAY Thursday 4:00pm
Zumba Kids Junior
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $45 Community $68 Zumba Kids Jr. classes are dance ‘n play for lil feet where pint sized party animals get silly, dream big and begin their journey to a healthy future. CAY Mondays 3:00pm
Zumba Kids
Ages: 7-11 years Fee: Y Member $45 Community $68 Zumba Kids is the ultimate dance party for young Zumba fans ages 7-11, where they can play it loud and rock with their friends to their own rules. CAY Mondays 4:00pm
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT YMCA GLOUCESTER TEEN CENTER
9 Center Street • Gloucester • www.cayteenandcamp.org In the autumn of 2008, our YMCA was able to reestablish the YMCA’s Teen Center in Gloucester. Sharing space with our branch office in the heart of downtown, teens have been involved in every aspect of helping create and operate a place to truly call their own. Hours Monday-Friday 2:00pm-8:30pm Saturday Hours vary
Y Teen Leaders Club
Committed to the values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT and RESPONSIBILITY, the members of the Cape Ann YMCA Teen Leaders Club have dedicated themselves to working together to “give back”. Since 1995, these teens have chosen to actively volunteer time and effort for the betterment of the community to which they belong For more information on leaders and meeting times, please visit www.cayteenandcamp.org
Ben Beyea Youth & Teen Center
32 Pooles Lane • Rockport • www.rockportteencenter.org Opened in the spring of 2007, this collaboration between the Town of Rockport and the YMCA is located at Evans Field. Over the past five years, staff and teens have forged strong, healthy enduring relationships while working together for the future of Rockport youth. Hours Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-6:00pm Friday & Saturday 2:30pm-10:00pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION Intro To Karate
Ages: 4-8 years Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 This class is for those who would like to try karate for the first time. It will cover the basics of form and technique. This is a great option for those who are not sure they want to commit to purchasing a uniform and starting belt training. Class is 45 minutes long. CAY Saturday 10:00am
Karate Level I
Ages: 5-12 years Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 Y Martial Arts classes develop strength, balance, flexibility and self-defense skills in a fun and supportive environment that emphasizes character development and self-discipline. Children will earn White and Yellow belts. CAY Saturday 10:45am
Karate Level II
Ages: 5 years & up Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 The class is a continuation of Level 1. Prerequisite: White and Yellow belts. Progressing to Orange belt. CAY Saturday 11:30pm
Intermediate Karate
Fee: Y Member Community This is a continuation of our leveled karate classes. Pre requisite: Orange Belt or higher. CAY Sunday 10:00am
Extreme Martial Arts
Fee: Y Members $50 Community $62 Join the XMA/tricking revolution! Build the skills necessary to perform high flying acrobatic moves, kicks & combinations, while having fun with friends. Learn from a certified Hyper Martial Arts instructor in a safe & supportive environment. Hyper membership included after your first session! CAY Tuesday 7:00pm
Mini Sports Mania
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82 In Mini Sports Mania, children sample a variety of basic sports skills, build self-confidence and have fun. The Y’s Mini Sports Mania feature sports the Y has to offer in a fun atmosphere. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Tuesday 10:00am CAY Thursday 10:00am
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Jason Moore Soccer Clinics
Ages: 5-14 years Fee: Y Member $110 Community $135 The Cape Ann YMCA is thrilled to start a new partnership with the MSA. Jason Moore is a former New England Revolution professional soccer player who came to live on the North Shore. The MSA Skills program is designed for individuals and small groups to help develop players’ technical skills. Each session is structured to maximize the number of touches players getting, translating to increased comfort and confidence with the ball. If you are looking to take your soccer skills to the next level, this is a program for you! CAY Tuesday 4:30pm (ages 5-7 years) CAY Tuesday 5:30pm (ages 7-10 years) CAY Tuesday 6:30pm (ages 11-14 years)
Basketball Skills
Ages: 6-10 years Fee: Y Member $50 Community $65 Improve your jump shot and dribbling skills, learn new moves to use in your youth league games. This skill based class will reinforce fundamentals and teach new skills. Class is 45 minutes long. CAY Wednesday 4:45pm (Ages 6-10)
Lacrosse Clinic
Fee: Y Members $66 Community $82 We are excited to have John Pynchon lead our Lacrosse Clinic this winter! John is an experienced youth lacrosse coach and has lead Greenhead Lacrosse as well as referred and coached all levels of Lacrosse from Youth to College. Kids will learn and develop lacrosse skills; this is a great way to introduce kids to the game or continue their development in the off season! CAY Thursday 4:30pm (first time players ages 6-12 years) Thursday 5:30 (some experience ages 6-12 years)
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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SWIMMING Parent/Child I Ages: Fee:
6-18 months with parent Y Member $35 Community $52 Build a foundation for future swimming success. Through skill specific games and water play, parents learn water safety, holds and towing techniques that encourage basic kicking/pulling and water independence for children. CAY Monday 9:00am CAY Friday 9:30am CAY Saturday 9:00am
Parent/Child II Ages: Fee:
19-36 months with parent Y Member $35 Community $52 Working one-on-one with a parent using innovative fun drills, toddlers are introduced to submerging, kicking and pulling combinations, floating and swimming without flotation. These pre-swimming essentials set the stage for early independent swimming. CAY Monday 9:30am CAY Thursday 3:30pm CAY Friday 9:00am CAY Saturday 9:30am
Skippers Ages: Fee:
2.9-3 years Y Member $35 Community $52 This class is for the young child who has confidence in the pool and is ready for an independent class. We ask that children have been through our parent tot programs or been given recommendation by the instructor. Children will work on various skills to gain further independence and become strong swimmers. Class length is 30 minutes. CAY Monday 10:00am CAY Wednesday 9:00am CAY Saturday 10:30am
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Preschool I With Parent
Preschool Swimming III
Ages: Fee:
3-4 years Y Member $35 Community $52 Parents work one-on-one with their kids learning basic water adjustment and safety skills. In this class very young children learn to love the water with this class where the parent is in the pool with them. Class length is 30 minutes. CAY Thursday 4:00pm CAY Wednesday 9:30am CAY Saturday 10:00am
Develop an increased comfort in deep water, learn rotary breathing and improve stamina for swimming strokes. Class goal is to eliminate flotation completely and swim independently. Pre-requisite: Able to swim 15 feet or more without flotation. CAY Mon. 3:30pm CAY Tues. 4:30pm CAY Weds. 9:00am, 4:30pm CAY Thurs. 4:30pm CAY Fri, 10:00am CAY Sat. 9:15am
PRESCHOOL SWIMMING SERIES
YOUTH SWIMMING SERIES
Ages: Fee:
3-5 years Y Member $52 Community $74
Preschool Swimming I
Swimmer’s first introduction to water locomotion using attached flotation. Basic kicking and pulling patterns combined with submersion skills give participants the ability to paddle independently with flotation. Pre-requisite: Able to separate from caregiver. CAY Mon. 9:00am, 3:30pm CAY Tues. 4:30pm CAY Weds. 10:00am, 4:30pm CAY Thurs. 9:00am, 4:30pm CAY Fri. 9:00am CAY Sat. 9:15am
Preschool Swimming II
Flotation based introduction to Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. Class includes diving skills and opportunities to practice swimming without flotation. Pre-requisite: Able to paddle independently with flotation. CAY Mon. 10:00am, 3:30pm CAY Tues. 4:30pm CAY Weds. 10:00am, 4:30pm CAY Thurs. 10:00am CAY Thurs. 3:30pm, 4:30pm CAY Fri. 10:00am CAY Sat. 9:15am
Ages: Fee:
6 years & up Y Member $52 Community $74
Youth Swimming I
Learn to swim 25 yards using our progressive curriculum. Creatively combined floating, submersion, kicking and pulling drills build up to independent swimming without flotation. Pre-requisite: Able to separate from caregiver. CAY Monday 4:30pm CAY Tuesday 3:30pm CAY Wednesday 3:30pm CAY Saturday 10:15am
Youth Swimming II
Introduction to the 5 traditional swim strokes: Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. Increase stamina, personal water safety and deep water comfort. Pre-requisite: Able to swim 25 yards independently. CAY Monday 4:30pm CAY Tuesday 3:30pm CAY Wednesday 3:30pm CAY Saturday 10:15am
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SWIMMING Youth Swimming III
Improve endurance, technique and speed for Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. Explore advanced skills including Butterfly, snorkeling, turns and the 100 IM. Pre-requisite: Able to swim 25 yards of Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. CAY Monday 4:30pm CAY Tuesday 3:30pm CAY Saturday 10:15am
Teen Aquatics
Ages: 12 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74 This class is structured for teens who want to work on stroke development and swimming mechanics, but are not quite ready for swim team. Beginner and intermediate swimmers are welcome. CAY Wednesday 5:15pm
Springboard Diving
Grades: 3 & up Fee: Y Member $70 Community $96 Learn the basics of competitive diving. Students will practice approaches, forward and back jumps in straight, pike and tuck body positions, and forward and back dives. In this class participants must be able to pass the deep water test and do a forward dive from the side of the pool. CAY Tuesday 7:00pm CAY Thursday 7:00pm CAY Saturday 8:00am
Learn To Dive
Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74 Diving in head first can be a challenge but when you get it right, it’s so much fun! Take some time to work on just that skill. Progress to head first dives off the starting block and diving board. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool without aide to participate. CAY Monday 5:15pm
Semi-Private Preschool & Youth Class
Ages: Fee:
3 years & up Y Member $113 Community $180 This class is for preschoolers & youth who may want a little more one on one attention than they would receive in a regular group lesson. The class will be capped at 3 students with similar abilities. The instructor will also work on each swimmer’s individual needs. This class will not be canceled with only 1 swimmer! What a great deal! Class length is 30 minutes. CAY Mon. 10:30am (Preschool 1&2) CAY Tues. 515:pm (Preschool 2&3) CAY Thurs. 3:30pm (Youth 1&2)
Jump, Dive & Whale!
Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74
Not your ordinary swim class! This class will focus on all things in the deep end while also working on swimming skills. We’ll have tons of fun while using the diving board and snorkeling. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool without aid to participate. Please bring a mask and snorkel to class. CAY Wednesday 3:30pm
Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons Ages: All Ages Fee (Private Lessons): $35/Half Hour $120/Package of 4 Half Hour Lessons $180/Package of 8 Half Hour Lessons
Fee (Semi-Private Lessons): Y Member $50/Half Hour (up to 4 swimmers) $170/Package of 4 Half Hour Lessons $260/Package of 8 Half Hour Lessons
Private lessons are a great way to get to the next level of swimming. We offer 30 minutes of one-on-one instruction that produces results. Semi-private lessons are also available. These lessons are set up as Youth Swim Stroke appointments to meet your schedule and Foundation coordinate with our pool schedule. You do Ages: 6 years & up not pay for the class until you and the Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74 instructor have confirmed the first lesson. This class is designed for swimmers who By appointment, please email Katy Milne really want to focus on the four strokes of Coffey at coffeyk@northshoreymca.org competition but are not quite ready for the commitment of swim team. We will focus on Sports H2O the four major strokes as well as learn flip Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74 turns and diving. Swimmers must be comfortable swimming 2 lengths of the pool Want to get your sports enthusiast in the without stopping. Class length is 45 minutes. water and working out!? This class has the CAY Saturday 9:15am perfect amount of swimming and sport to have a great time. Undewater soccer, wet ball, volleyball and basketball are just a sampling of sports we will play in the water. This class will keep your swimmer moving and having fun. Must past swim test to attend. Class is 45 minutes. CAY Saturday 10:15pm
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SWIMMING Swim Team
Sharks Silver
Grades: 3 & up Fee: Y Member $74 Community $113 Y Sharks Silver Group is designed for swimmers who are looking to expand on stroke technique learned in the Bronze Group, with a focus on the butterfly and breaststroke techniques. This class is for middle school swimmers who want to swim in a more formal class with their peers but not commit to a year round swim team. The focus will be on stroke mechanics, starts, turns and aerobic conditioning. All new swimmers must be evaluated by competitive aquatics staff prior to participation. Class length 45 Little Sharks minutes. Ages: 4-7 years YNS STORM CAY Monday Fee: Y Member $87 4:15pm-5:00pm DIVING TEAM Community $131 CAY Thursday This class is designed for younger swimmers Grades: 3 & up 3:30pm-4:15pm who are interested in learning the skills Fee: $130 Monthly Draft needed for competitive swimming. The focus Join the YMCA of the North Shore Dive Sharks Gold Group of the mini swim team will be on stroke Team. The team practices up to four times a Grades: 6 & Up development, technique, and racing starts week. Divers should also register in AAU Y Member $74 and turns. This class is perfect for those who Fee: Diving. The team prepares for competitions Community $113 want to be taught in a team environment and throughout the year in New England with the have fun at the same time. Swimmers should The Gold Group is for Jr. High and High yearend goals the AAU National school swimmers who wish to perfect their be able to swim one length of the pool Championship and The Bay State Games. strokes, turns and starts in the off season, freestyle and backstroke. Class length is Dry land training will be included with Board and to build their endurance . Class is also 45 minutes. time. Please note that on weekend practices, for those wishing to build their endurance in gym clothing should be worn over suit for CAY Monday & Wednesday preparation for joining swim team in the 3:30pm-4:15pm dry land work. months to come. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY CAY Tuesday & Thursday Tuesday 7:00pm CAY Thursday 3:30pm 4:15pm-5:00pm CAY Thursday 7:00pm CAY Saturday 7:30am CAY Sunday 3:30pm Sharks Bronze
The YMCA of the North Shore swim team strives to teach, train and motivate children to achieve their potential in competitive swimming. We create valuable experiences carried throughout life. Our direction and philosophy applies to the novice as well as the national caliber athlete. Our highly specialized coaching staff emphasizes a 10:1 swimmer to coach ratio, a year-round program, and ability-based practice groups. For more information, contact YNS Sharks at 978.564.3904 or online at www.ynssharks.net.
Grades: Kindergarten-2 Fee: Y Member $74 Community $113 Y Sharks Bronze Group is the perfect bridge between swimming lessons and swim team for the younger swimmer. The class focuses on stroke technique for freestyle and backstroke and includes racing starts, turns and streamlining. All new swimmers must be evaluated by competitive aquatics staff prior to participation. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Mon. 4:15pm-5:00pm CAY Tues. 3:30pm-4:15pm
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FAMILY TIME Play Dates Ages: Fee:
All With Parent/Guardian Y Family Membership FREE Y Youth Members 10 FREE Visits Per Session or $25 for Unlimited Session Pass Community $45 for Unlimited Session Pass Make a play date at the Y! On weekday mornings, our gymnastics center, gymnasium and pool are open for you and your family to enjoy together. Weekdays, 9:00am-11:00am CAY Monday Gymnastics CAY Tuesday Aquatics CAY Wednesday Arts & Crafts CAY Thursday Gymnastics CAY Friday Gymnastics
Friday Night Fun
Grades: K-6 Fee: Y Member $10 Community $10 Parents deserve a night off, but kids look forward to a Friday night full of fun! Well, you spoke and we heard! Kids will be broken into their age groups for three hours of swimming, a light snack, gymnastics and sports. This is a drop-in program that follows the school calendar. Drop-off is in the YMCA gymnasium. Buy a punch pass and save time! November 2December 27. CAY Friday 5:30pm-8:30pm January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 28
Saturday Morning Fun Club
Fee: Y Members: $150 Community: $175 This is a parents dream come true! Drop your child off at the Y from 9-12 each Saturday, kids will have time for gym games, swim lesson and gymnastics time! The group will be supervised by experienced Y staff members and ensure all kids are safe and having a good time! Kids ages 5-10. CAY Saturdays 9:00am-12:00pm
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February Vacation Events
Fee: Members: $5 per child Community: $10 per child Looking for something fun to do as a family during February Vacation? We have some fun family activities planned all week long. These events are in addition to increase family swim, gymnastics and gym time! Join the Y as a family and get all 5 events for free! CAY Monday Family Carnival CAY Tuesday Dance Party CAY Wednesday Puppet Show CAY Thursday Curious Creatures CAY Friday Magic Show
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Host your next birthday at the Cape Ann Y! Enjoy and share your favorite program and activity with friends and family! Our enthusiastic, trained staff offers the best birthday party experience! Party Activity Options: Sports, Aquatics, Gymnastics or Nerf!
Y Members
Community
Small Birthday Party (up to 15 participants)
$170
$220
Large Birthday Party (up to 30 participants)
$220
$270
Make it your child’s party complete- we will provide plates, cups, napkins, table clothes and balloons for an additional $50!
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS FITNESS ORIENTATIONS YFIT Gets Results!
Are you new to working out or looking to boost your routine? Achieve your fitness goals with Y FIT, the Y’s new personalized, comprehensive and technologically innovative health and wellness program that’s easy, interactive and fun! To get started on your Y FIT program today, contact Tyler Colegrove at colegrovet@northshoreymca.org
PERSONAL TRAINING First time clients only Introductory package, 3 one hour sessions: $136 Personal Training gets results! The Cape Ann YMCA Personal Trainers are certified professionals with education and experience across many disciplines. Your trainer will customize a fitness plan to fit your needs, budget and schedule. You can schedule just a few sessions with a trainer, train several times a week or just check in periodically. To find out more information or sign up for Personal Training, please contact Tyler Colegrove, Health & Wellness Director, at 978.283.0470 or colegrovet@northshoreymca.org
Personal Training
Ages: 14 years & up Y Personal Training will help you reach your personal goals in a way that maximizes your time, experience and investment. Our personal trainers have nationally recognized certifications and represent a wide variety of specialties, experience and interests. Best of all, Y Personal Training is an excellent value! Financial assistance not available for this program. For more information, please contact Tyler Colegrove at 978.283.0470 or colegrovet@northshoreymca.org
60 - minute Individual 1 sessions: $58 3 sessions: $168 5 sessions: $270 10 sessions: $520 20 sessions: $1000 30 sessions: $1440 30 - minute Individual 3 sessions: $99 5 sessions: $160 10 sessions: $310 20 sessions: $600
Buddy Personal Training Ages:
14 years & up, Two Participants Have a friend you like to work out with? Don’t like going to the gym alone? Need that extra push to work a little harder? Find a person with similar goals and work together with your favorite trainer! Getting results is great; seeing your buddy succeed is awesome too! Have fun, work hard and save money all at the same time! By appointment. For more information, please contact Tyler Colegrove at 978.283.0470 or colegrovet@northshoreymca.org 60-minute Individual: 1 session: $35 per person 3 sessions: $100 per person 5 sessions: $160 per person 10 sessions: $305 per person
Small Group Training Ages:
14 years & up (3-4 People Only) Fee: Y Member Packages start at $16 Personal Training made more affordable! Work with a group of 3-4 people with similar goals. Whether you are training for a specific event, sport, or just trying to lose some weight with some friends, you can do it all with the help of a Certified Personal Trainer. A trainer will push you harder than you may push yourself and will help you achieve the results you deserve! For more information, please contact Tyler Colegrove at 978.283.0470 or colegrovet@northshoreymca.org 60-minute Group: 3 sessions: $55 per person 5 sessions: $83 per person 10 sessions: $160 per person
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS SPECIALTY FITNESS PROGRAMS Silver Strength
Ages: Fee:
55 years & up Y Member $68 Community $99 With the help of a trainer learn the proper form and technique to perform exercises that are specific to building strength, increasing endurance and improving balance and flexibility. For more information, please contact Michelle Leibensperger at leibenspergerm@northshoreymca.org. CAY Monday 10:00am CAY Saturday 10:00am
Boot Camp Ages: Fee:
16 years & up Y Member $93 Community $134 Boot Camp is a challenging and fun group workout that fosters accountability and team camaraderie. You’ll experience variety in each class with cardiovascular, speed, endurance, strength and power training exercises. Our commitment is to encourage, motivate, coach and train participants to the highest possible level while delivering a memorable experience. For more information contact Erin Brady at bradye@northshoreymca.org. CAY Mon., Weds., Fri. 6:00am
TRXTM Intro
Ages: 16 years & up Our introductory TRX program is designed Ages: 18 years & up for people with no prior experience Fee: Y Member $68 using TRX as part of the their workout Community $99 routine. This free program was developed to This one is just for the ladies! Want to teach the basics regarding proper use of the enhance your regular workout routine? TRX as well as common exercises. By the end Start lifting weights! This program is for of the 4 weeks, participants will be able to adult women who want to learn to utilize the utilize the TRX as part of their normal free weight area of our facility in order to workout routines as well as confidently maximize the results of their workout. All participate in small-group TRX programs. activities take place in a non-competitive CAY Monday 9:00am and supportive atmosphere. Your instructor CAY Tuesday 5:00pm will guide you through safe and effective exercises, instructing you on proper form TRXTM and technique. Remember: building muscle Ages: 16 years & up helps makes you lean and will improve your Hit on all muscle groups, providing a solid, bone health! For more information contact total body workout using the TRX Michelle at Suspension Trainer. Classes will be adjusted leibenspergerm@northshoreymca.org. according to fitness level, and modifications CAY Tuesday 5:00pm are provided. CAY Monday 10:00am CAY Wednesday 7:30am 9:00am 4:00pm 7:00pm CAY Sunday 10:00am
Women On Weights
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TRX Basics
Ages: 16 years & up This is the ideal class for those who want a slower paced environment. This class introduces the language, parts and basic moves of the TRX Suspension Trainer. CAY Wednesday 10:00am CAY Sunday 11:00am
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Improving the community’s health and well-being
SPORTS, RECREATION & SWIMMING Swim Fit Ages: Fee:
18 years & up Y Member $45/Month Community $90/Month Member Drop In $15 Community Drop In $20 Get the most out of your swimming workout. Whether you’re trying to stay fit, train for a triathlon, or compete on our Master’s Swim Team, our coaches will provide you with workouts based on your goals. All levels are encouraged to participate. Visit www.ynssharks.net and click on the “Swim Fit” link to see practice schedules for all North Shore YMCA locations. Payments are made via electronic draft. CAY Monday 7:15pm-8:15pm CAY Monday 9:00am-10:30am CAY Wednesday 7:15pm-8:15pm CAY Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am CAY Friday 9:00am-10:30am
Adult Beginner Swim Lessons
Ages: 17 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74 Don’t have much practice swimming but want to build your skills? We’ll make improving your swim skills easy for you. This is the place to start for adults who don’t have a lot of prior swimming experience. Participants will become more confident in the water and will learn the fundamentals of swimming and aquatic safety. CAY Tuesday 9:00am CAY Tuesday 5:30pm CAY Thursday 5:30pm
Adult Swim Stroke Development
Ages: 17 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74 Develop basic swim strokes and have the opportunity to try more advanced swim strokes in this class. It is recommended that participants have taken beginner swim lessons before enrolling in stroke development. CAY Tuesday 10:00am
Aqua Jog & Tone
Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $52 Aqua Jogging is a high-intensity cardio, low impact workout, and is a particularly great cross training option for runners. This class is an excellent way to prevent and gently manage injuries, as well as improve running form and fitness without subjecting your body to further impact. The class will also incorporate aqua toning for all muscle groups. CAY Monday 6:00pm
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Prenatal Swim Fitness
Ages: 16 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $74 Swimming is one of the safest forms of exercise. If you are a true beginner or love to swim for exercise this class is for you. This class is sensitive to the special needs of pregnant women and will accommodate individual needs. Everyone is free to work at their own pace during this gentle but effective work out. Class consists of 45 minutes of swimming, aerobics, muscle toning and stretch with an additional 15 minutes of float time. Swimmers are encouraged to wear swim suits, but please speak with the Aquatics Director for other clothing options if needed. CAY Friday 12:00pm
Aquatics Personal Training Fee:
Y Member $55 Community $65 Y Member $155 Community $185 Y Member $250 Community $300 Y Member $480 Community $580 Marlee Nelson is a Nationally Certified, MASTER Level/USWFA Personal Aquatic Fitness Trainer and Instructor, and Certified AFAA Personal Trainer. She is also a Certified Lifeguard, Certified Water Aerobics Instructor and a Certified WSI Swim Instructor. Please contact Katy Coffey at 978.283.0470 x 1706 to schedule an appointment. Class length is one hour.
The Great Escape Swim Challenge Ages: All! Fee: Y Members$12
WHAT IS THE SWIM CHALLENGE? The Swim Challenge is a fun, competitive 8 week game to jump start your New Year of health! Choose your own challenge level and decide if you would like to compete in the race option. In the race option, challengers compete to be the first finisher in their chosen challenge level. There will be one winner from each Y every challenge. All Contestants will receive a tee shirt and swim cap. Starts January 4th. Choose your escape! Swim Alcatraz 3.25miles Swim the Strait of Gibraltar 7.7 Miles Swim the English channel 21miles. Swim from Cuba to Florida- 110 Miles ( will also win a 100 mile club water bottle) Please contact Katy Coffey at coffeyk@northshoreymca.org for additional information.
HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the community’s health and well-being
SPORTS, RECREATION & SWIMMING ASHI Babysitting Course
Ages: 12 years & up Fee: Y Member $80 Community $115 This course will teach participants the fundamental components of becoming a successful babysitter. Potential babysitters will learn about their role and responsibilities as well learn decision making and problem solving skills through group activities, role playing scenarios and movies. All participants will receive a certificate of completion after attending this course, after attending all classes. For more information on trainings and certifications, please contact Katy Coffey at coffeyk@northshoreymca.org. CAY Mondays 4:00pm
YMCA Lifeguard Training
Ages: 16 years & up Fee: Y Member $275 Community $350 Students are trained in the nationally recognized YMCA Lifeguard Course including CPR, First Aid, 02 and AED. 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. Participants must be at least 16 years of age by the start of the session. Please be sure to update your email address as there is online pre course work. If you have any questions please call the Aquatic Office at 978.283.0470 or email coffeyk@northshoreymca.org. CAY
Wednesdays, January 8th-February 28th from 4:00pm-9:00pm
ASHI (American Safety &Health Institute) Training Classes/Certification & Recertification Classes Ages: 12 years & up Fee: Y Member $50 Community $75 CPR (Adult/Infant/Child) - January 9th at 6:00pm First Aid - January 23rd at 6:00pm CPR– Pro – February 3rd at 4:00pm OXYGREN – February 24th at 4:00pm
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Lifeguard Recertification
Ages: 16 years & up Fee: Y Member $100 Community $150 Get recertified with PRO CPR, First Aid and Oxygen certifications and YMCA Life Guard. For more information on trainings and certifications, please contact Katy Coffey at coffeyk@northshoreymca.org. CAY February 16th 9:00am-4:00pm
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Giving back and providing support to our neighbors
COMMUNITY EDUCATION, VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING Did you know...? The Cape Ann YMCA is a charity. We are a non-profit organization focused on community and human services. 100% of your donation goes directly to those in need. Every dollar donated to our Y Annual Campaign is used to support local children, families and individuals through Y programs, membership and camp. The Y Annual Campaign is more than donors and dollars. Our Annual Campaign is a grassroots effort led by dozens of volunteers and businesses from our communities.
Help the Y make a difference. It’s never too late to help my community with a gift to the Y Annual Campaign. Swing by the front desk or visit: www.northshoreymca.org Thank you! When you choose to give your time and volunteer at the Y, you are truly changing lives. The affordable programs and services that the Y is able to offer depend on the efforts of our tireless volunteers. From teaching our young participants values such as sportsmanship, compassion and respect for themselves and others, to helping the entire family unit flourish by providing the encouragement and support they need, volunteers are an integral part of our organization. When you become a part of our Y volunteer community, you can choose from over 100 different roles that can truly change a life. Some opportunities are date and time specific, while others are ongoing (see roles listed below). No matter which opportunity appeals to you, know that someone’s life will be affected by the choice you make and the time you give. To learn more about volunteer roles, visit www.northshoreymca.org or contact Kim Lations, Y Volunteer Coordinator, at lationsk@northshoreymca.org.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Member Greeter
Greet arriving members with a smile and help to get their time at the Y off to a great start! In addition to making members feel welcome, responsibilities include handing out towels, distributing and collecting locker keys, and scanning member cards. For more information, please contact Chris Erbland, Membership Director, at erblandc@northshoreymca.org.
After School Mentor
Want to help make a difference in the life of a child? The Cape Ann Y after school program is looking for volunteers to work 1 on 1 with kids and truly make a difference. Help with homework, create crafts or shoot hoops with a child for an hour a week, might not be a lot of time for you but will make a huge difference! For more information, please contact Sarah Casey, School Age Program Administrator, at caseys@northshoreymca.org.
Swim Lesson Helper
Duties could include greeting parents and children, helping younger swimmers with bubbles and getting into the water, assisting instructor with other lesson-related tasks, both in and out of the pool. For more information contact Katy Coffey, Aquatics Director at, coffeyk@northshoreymca.org.
Administrative Support
Duties could include mailings, data entry, filing, research, marketing and special projects. For more information, please contact Brian Flynn, Senior Program Director, at flynnb@northshoreymca.org