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Fall II 2013 Program Guide HAVERHILL GREATER BEVERLY YMCA YMCA November 2 - December 27

Y MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS OUR MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS FITNESS CENTER • Cardio and strength equipment from Cybex, Hammer Strength, LifeFitness, StarTrac, Stairmaster, Jacob’s Ladder, Concept2 and Magnum • TRX/Kettlebells and free weight area • 5 FREE fitness orientations to get you started • BodyMetrix body composition analysis assessment for only $15 90+ FREE ADULT GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES • Step/Step Circuit • Abs, Core and Strength • Older Adult Classes • Muscle Conditioning, HIIT Training • Spinning • Basic Training • Yoga, Barre Classes • Zumba, NIA • PiYo • FREE Teen Classes • And much more! MULTIPLE SWIMMING POOLS • Adult lap lanes are always available • Aqua aerobics classes • Open rec and family swim • Pool is handicapped accessible • Outdoor pool (open Memorial Day to Labor Day) SPACIOUS LOCKER ROOMS • Men’s and women’s locker rooms 19 years and up with steam rooms • Boys’ and Girls’ locker rooms 18 years and under • Family locker rooms ADDITIONAL AMENITIES & BENEFITS • Reduced member rate on all programs • State of the art Gymnastics Center • Rock wall • Multiple gymnasiums • On-site campgrounds • Early Education Center and Teen Center • Dance studio • Ample parking • Art studio FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Everyone belongs at the Y. For information about confidential financial assistance, please call Carol Meyer, Membership Director at 978.564.3911 or meyerc@northshoreymca.org. Applications are available at northshoreymca.org.

MEMBERSHIP RATES

*Membership Adult (24+) $52/mo 1-Adult Family w/children $66/mo 2-Adults $89/mo 2-Adult Family w/children $97/mo Young Adult (18-23) $31/mo Teen $24/mo Youth $15/mo

Y FALL II PROGRAMS **Joiner Fee $77 $77 $99 $99 $33

*NEW* Add a third adult to either 2-Adult membership for only $31 more a month! * Monthly amount is automatically drafted via the YMCA’s bank or credit card draft. ** Joiner fee is a one-time fee and amount can be split into monthly payments with our convenient draft option.

YMCA One Day Guest Fees

Family $20.00 Adult (19 & up) $15.00* Group Exercise Class $10.00** Adult with Youth Member $5.00 Teen (14-18) $7.00 Youth (0-13) $4.00 * Allows access to the whole facility. ** Allows entrance to Adult Group Exercise Classes only to non-members. When you join the Greater Beverly YMCA, you have access to all YMCA’s of the North Shore including the Cape Ann YMCA, Ipswich YMCA, Haverhill YMCA, Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA and Salem YMCA.

table of contents Membership Information Program Information Hours, Locations and Staff

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Adaptive 5 Art, Theatre & Dance 5-9 Infant & Toddler Care 9 Preschool 9 School Age Care 10 Gymnastics 10-14 Health, Well-Being & Fitness 14 Leadership Development/Teens 15 Sports & Recreation 15-18 Swimming 18-21 HEALTHY LIVING Family Time 21 Birthday Parties 21 Health, Well-being & Fitness 21-26 Personal Fitness 21-22 Small Group Training Programs 23-25 Sports & Recreation 25-26 Swimming 26 Road Races 26 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Community Education 27 Volunteerism 27

FALL II 2013 November 2 - December 27 • Members Currently Enrolled Friday, October 18 at 7:30am • All Members Tuesday, October 22 at 7:30am • Open To Community Tuesday, October 29 at 7:30am

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

Our new website, launched in December, makes registering for a program easier than ever. While there are several new ways to learn about our programs and search, here are some tips: • Visit: www.northshoreymca.org. • Look for the search box located on each program related page. • Search for programs by keyword, location, program area, age and day of the week. • Check off the classes you want to learn more about to read a description. • Choose CHECKOUT, then sign into your account or create a new one. • Assign each program to someone on your membership. • Pay and print your receipt.

Wait List Policy If a program is full, you may be placed on the waitlist. You will make no payment at that time and will be contacted by a program director if we are able to add you into the program. Please make sure that we have your correct address, email, and phone number on file for notification. Prorating The YMCA will prorate a program registration only after the second week of the start of the session (two missed classes). Refunds & program cancellations The YMCA reserves the right to cancel a class in the event of insufficient enrollment for which a full refund will be issued. • On-Line Credits: On-line credits will be offered for the remainder of any money paid on programs. The amount refunded will be calculated at the time of the request. Credits will be offered for remaining class sessions, calculated when the request is made. You can request a credit form at the front desk or by contacting the director. • Credit Card or Check Refunds: The YMCA will issue a credit card or check refund: - If, for any reason, the YMCA cancels a class, participants will be offered the option for a refund for that cancelled class. - If a participant cancels their registration prior to the start of the program session. - For classes missed due to illness (a doctor’s note is required) or, if you are not 100% satisfied with your class experience. • Refunds will be offered for remaining class sessions and calculated when the request is made. You can request a refund form at the front desk or by contacting the director. 3

sterling center ymca hours Monday - Friday ...... 5:00am-10:00pm Saturday ..................... 6:00am-8:00pm Sunday ........................ 7:00am-8:00pm CABOT STREET ymca hours Monday - Thursday 6:30am-8:00pm Friday .......................... 6:30am-7:00pm Saturday ..................... 8:00am-2:00pm Sunday ........................ Closed

Judith Cronin - Executive Director P: 978.564.3901 E: croninj@northshoreymca.org

CAB: Cabot Street YMCA 245 Cabot Street Beverly, MA 978.922.0990

CEC: Sterling YMCA Children’s Enrichment Center 254 Essex Street Beverly, MA 978.927.6855 MCP: McPherson Youth Center 4 McPherson Drive Beverly, MA 978.921.6061

Kira E. Collins - Aquatics Director P: 978.564.3906 E: collinsk@northshoreymca.org Lisa Dunbar Link - Sterling Associate Early Education Director P: 978.564.3485

E: dunbarlinkl@northshoreymca.org

Mary Ellen Mayo - Youth Services Director P: 978.564.3928 E: mayom@northshoreymca.org

Adaptive Adventure Challenge

Cyndi Marchand - Director of Early Education P: 978.564.3475 E: marchandc@northshoreymca.org Carol Meyer - Member Service Director P: 978.564.3911 E: meyerc@northshoreymca.org John Ogden - Regional Director of Aquatics and Competitive Swim P: 978.564.3908 E: ogdenj@northshoreymca.org

TEEN: Douglas Stephens Teen Center 254 Essex Street Beverly, MA 978.927.6855

Casey Sudak - Sports and Adventure Director P: 978.564.3482 E: sudakc@northshoreymca.org

HAN: Hannah Field 41 R Brimbal Avenue Beverly, MA

Eva Van Ness - Gymnastics Director and Head Coach P: 978.564.3903 E: vannesse@northshoreymca.org

Jen Salvato - Cabot Early Education Director P: 978.564.1113 E: salvatoj@northshoreymca.org

Lorigan Sudak - Youth, Family and Camp Director P: 978.564.3929 E: sudakl@northshoreymca.org

Andrew Walker - Senior Director of Membership and Wellness P: 978.564.3486 E: walkera@northshoreymca.org

LYNCH: Lynch Park Ober Street Beverly, MA

Adaptive Swim Lessons

Jane Heck - Associate Director of Competive Swim P: 978.564.3904 E: heckj@northshoreymca.org

Jeanee Gonet - Associate Gymnastics Director P: 978.564.3916 E: gonetj@northshoreymca.org

Jon Quade - Teen Director P: 978.564.3481 E: quadej@northshoreymca.org

SAL: Salem YMCA One Sewall Street Salem, MA 978.740.9622

ADAPTIVE Ages: 3-16 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105 Participants develop water safety skills and improve swim strokes and fitness in this specialized program. Program includes time for fun, structured lesson and socialization through the use of games. Ratio of instructor to swimmer is 1:3 and class length is 45 minutes. Contact Kira E. Collins, Aquatics Director, at 978.564.3906 or collinsk@northshoreymca.org for more information or to schedule a lesson.

STER: Sterling YMCA 254 Essex Street Beverly, MA 978.927.6855

DANE: Dane Street Beach Lothrop Street Beverly, MA

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Rob Hunt - Associate Executive Director P: 978.564.3902 E: huntr@northshoreymca.org

Erin Frazee - Health and Wellness Director P: 978.564.3477 E: frazeee@northshoreymca.org

PROGRAM LOCATIONS

Youth Development

Bay State Physical Therapy is located inside the Sterling Center YMCA with convenient office hours Monday-Friday from 7:00am-7:00pm. Get cutting edge care from leading fully Licensed Physical Therapists specializing in manual orthopedic treatments and sports medicine. Contact Bay State Physical Therapy today and feel better tomorrow: 978.338.5688.

Ages: 8-18 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105 Have fun on the low ropes course and rock wall in a group environment. In this program participants will strengthen social skills, physical competence and safety skills. Class length is 45 minutes. TEEN Friday 5:30pm

Adaptive Boot Camp

Ages: 13 years and up Fee: Y Member $95 Community $142 Improve physical fitness and feel good! Participants will learn basic anatomy, strength exercises, correct lifting techniques and healthy eating tips. Daily activities include weight training and cardiovascular exercise. Class length is two hours. CAB Tuesday 3:00pm

Adaptive Sleeping Bags, Etc.

Ages: 16-30 years Fee: Y Member $75/night Community $112/night Have a sleepover featuring pizza, movies, games and more at the Y! This is an opportunity for teens and young adults to spend an evening away from home, having fun in a safe environment. STER Friday, Nov. 22 9:00pm-8:00am STER Friday, Dec. 13 9:00pm-8:00am

Adaptive Out & About

Ages: 16-30 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Try out a variety of recreational events including bowling, dinner, sporting events, movies and more with friends. Participants may wish to bring additional spending money. STER Friday 6:15-9:00pm November 8 Bowling & Pizza November 15 Nicks Roast Beef November 22 Taco Dinner & Swimming November 29 NO OUT & ABOUT December 6 Super Sub & Creative Arts December 13 Prince Pizza December 20 Cupcake Baking & Gymnastics December 27 Jordan’s Furniture

Adaptive Adult Bowling

Ages: 22 years and up Fee: Member $80 Community $120 Enjoy an afternoon of bowling, socializing and having fun! Beverly Bowl-O-Mat Wednesday 4:00pm

ART, THEATRE & DANCE Musical Sensations

Ages: 1-5 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105 Musical Sensations, a music and movement program taught by Suzie Kramer of Kindermusik with Suzie, is Suzie’s original creation, featuring different songs and dances! By incorporating music, movement, singing, dancing, instrument playing and improvisation, this program will help your children develop physically, emotionally, cognitively, linguistically, socially and musically. Children who are actively involved in and exposed to music on a regular basis are proven to have elevated levels of math skills, language skills, literacy, listening, problem solving, social skills, self-esteem and musicality. Children under age 3 must be accompanied by a parent or care-giver. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Wednesday 3:30pm

Messy Munchkins

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $65 Community $98 This class is for your little one if they like to get creative in a messy way! Let them get the Y messy—instead of your kitchen table!—with materials like finger paint, glue, chalk and more. This class is 30 minutes and takes place in the Art Studio in the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN Wednesday 10:00am

Squirts Studio

Ages: 2-4 Fee: Y Member $5 per child Community $8 per child This drop in art studio time is for the parent who doesn’t have the time to clean up after arts & crafts. Come to Y and use our materials and get our space messy in order for your child to express themselves and create the “project of the day”. Use the whole 45 minutes of open time, or less, depending on how creative and messy you feel. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. Studio time is located in the Art Studio in the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN Tuesday 9:30am

Happy Thanksgiving! Thursday, November 28 NO SESSION-BASED PROGRAMS

Youth Development

Artistic & Creative Expressions

Baby Broadway

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Ages: 5-10 years Fee: Y Member $80 Community $120 Express yourself through the arts! Suzie Kramer, Owner and Educator of Kindermusik with Suzie and Musical Sensations, will show you how liberating it is to fully express yourself and live in the moment! We will listen to different types of music, sing, dance, draw, play percussive instruments, and engage in fun drama/theater activities such as improvisation, storytelling, role playing, and charades! The arts are essential for the mind, body, heart, and soul! This class will facilitate emotional, cognitive, social, and musical development. Make some new friends and build your self-confidence at the same time! Class length is 45 minutes. STE Wednesday 4:15pm

Drawing & Painting

Ages: 6-9 years Fee: Y Member $65 Community $98 Your child will express their imaginations through the arts of drawing and painting. By learning about art supplies, techniques and the fun of the arts, your artists will be able to practice their skills to perfection. Class length is 30 minutes and located in the Art Studio at the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN Thursday 3:00pm

Teen Rock Band Workshop

Ages: 11-18 years Fee: Y Members $66 Community $99 Become the rock and roll artist you’ve always wanted to be! Work with experienced musicians alongside your peers to develop musical projects and performances and participate in a rock concert at the end of the session! All musicians are welcome. Bring your own equipment or borrow it from the Y. Contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 for more information. MCP Monday 7:00-8:00pm

Block Print Carving

Ages: 12-14 years Fee: Y Member $78 Community $117 Immerse yourself in the beautiful, ancient art of block printing. Learn how to design and carve your own ceramic block and use it to print on a variety of medium like paper or fabric to create a unique piece of art. This class is 45 minutes and takes place in the Art Studio in the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN Thursday 3:30pm

YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE THEATRE COMPANY is excited to announce performances of:

Watercolor

Ages: 10-13 years Fee: Y Member $78 Community $117 Learn the calming art of Watercolor during this 45 minute class. Brush stroke technique, various material information and color language will all be taught. This class will take place in the Art Studio in the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN Wednesday 3:30pm

Guitar Private Lessons

Ages: 8-18 years Fee: (1) 45 Minute Lesson: Y Member $40 Community $55 (4) 45 Minute Lessons: Y Member $160 Community $200 Enhance your guitar skills! In these lessons, participants will learn new skills like music reading based on their abilities. Bring your own equipment or borrow from the Y. Contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 for more information. MCP By appointment

Drum Set Private Lessons

Ages: 8-18 years Fee: (1) 45 Minute Lesson: Y Member $40 Community $55 (4) 45 Minute Lessons: Y Member $160 Community $200 Learn basic to advance drum skills based on your level. Participants are welcome to bring their own equipment, or borrow it from the Y. Contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 for more information. MCP By appointment

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Ages: 2-3 years Fee: Y Member $45 Community $60 Dance, sing and explore stories in this class for your little star! Play instruments, dance to music, listen to stories and learn to act them out. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Tuesday 2:30pm

Starlets: Mini Magic Musical: Aladdin

Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $65 Community $80 Your dramatic young star will shine in a mini stage production! In this class, children develop basic stage presence, confidence and theatre skills as they learn and rehearse songs, dance and short scenes. The class culminates in a performance for friends and family. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 3:30pm

Shining Stars: Triple Threat

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $65 Community $80 Singer/ Dancer/ Actor—become a Triple Threat! Learn how to become a balanced Musical Theatre Actor in this introductory class. Practice monologues, short scenes and songs, and learn a choreographed dance. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:35pm

YMCA Performing Arts Academy Performances at the newly renovated Ames Hall in the Salem YMCA during the Winter 2014 session. For specific dates and times, please visit www.northshoreymca.org.

Y Theatre Company

The Y Theatre Company strives to enrich community by creating a place for children of all ages and backgrounds to join together in a love of stage. In an educational and nurturing environment, we inspire tomorrow’s artists through performance, classroom education, and mentorship. The Y Theatre Company encourages children to embrace diversity, grow in individuality, and cultivate relationships throughout the North Shore. For more information about the Y Theatre Company contact Nicole Leotsakos, Performing Arts Director at 781.990.7065 or leotsakosn@ northshoreymca.org.

Boost your arts experience with the new YMCA Performing Arts Academy! Sharpen your singing, dancing and acting skills in an intensive rehearsal setting with special master classes, trainings and performance opportunities. Enjoy one-on-one sessions with local professional musicians, theatre artists and dancers who will help you set personal goals and make long term performance plans. Plus, meet with college professors to learn how to stand out in a collegiate setting.

The YMCA Performing Arts Academy presents:

HAIRSPRAY Performances at the newly renovated Ames Hall in the Salem YMCA during the Winter 2014 session. For specific dates and times, please visit www.northshoreymca.org. Contact Nicole Leotsakos at 781.990.7065 or leotsakosn@northshoreymca.org.

Improv Troupe

Ages: 12-16 years Fee: Y Member $80 Community $96 Strengthen your acting talent with improv skills in our Improv Troupe. Taught by local professional Improv actors. SAL Wednesday 6:00-8:00pm

Technical Theatre Internship

Ages: 14 and Up Fee: Varies Gain hands on experience in Theatre Production. Assist in building sets, costumes, props, lighting, and sound. See your hard work come to life for the Y Theatre Company’s Performances! Join our tech crew and gain professional experience. Fee varies based on time commitment and previous experience. Please contact Carissa Gerber at gerberc@northshoreymca.org for more information.

Private Performing Arts Lessons

Ages: All Ages Fee: Varies (1) 45 Minute Lesson: Y Members $45 Community $70 (4) 45 Minute Lesson: Y Members $160 Community $235 Customize your own one-on-one Performing Arts Class and we will match you with one of our many talented instructors. Arranged by appointment, with times and locations catered to participant, options include, but are not limited to, Acting, Dance or Music (Vocal or Piano). Individual lessons or packs of four. Contact Nicole Leotsakos at leotsakosn@northshoreymca.org for more information.

Twinkle Toes

Age: 2.5-3.5 years Fee: Y Member $98 Community $147 New dancers gain skills and independence in this pre-ballet class that runs without parent participation. Basic dance skills are taught using a creative movement vocabulary. Dancers are also exposed to ballet words, steps and music. It’s a fun class for princes and princesses in training. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Monday 10:00am STER Tuesday 9:30am

Twinkle Tap

Ages: 3.5-5 years Fee: Y Member $98 Community $147 New dancers will learn tapping skills in this NEW tap class that runs without parent participation. In this 30 minute class, participants will learn the different parts of the tap shoe, how to use their feet in various different ways to make all kids of sounds, as well as get a chance to show off their new skills in floor work. STER Monday 10:30am

Story Time Ballet

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $115 Community $173 A dance class exploring and dancing to Midsummer Night’s Dream and Sleeping Beauty. Each class will also have time for a creative craft. Boys and girls can have fun with their imaginations. Materials fee is included in pricing. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 11:00am

Creative Ballet

Ages: 3.5-5 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Creative ballet develops coordination, rhythm and body control and teaches ballet vocabulary, postures and active listening. It is recommended that students wear dance tights and leotards. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 10:00am, 12:30pm

Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Funky Ballet

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 This class teaches the basics of ballet, with a little “funk”. Groove into dance lessons by being creative with your ballet movements and learning from non-traditional music. This class is 30 minutes. STER Tuesday 1:15pm

Mini Hip Hop

Ages: 6-8 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 This creative movement class for boys and girls offers beginning instruction in hip hop. Each week also includes warm-up exercises, stretching, and time for children to “free dance”. This class promotes expression, creativity and self-esteem. Comfortable clothes and bare feet are recommended. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Wednesday 5:30pm

Youth Hip Hop

Ages: 9-12 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Hip hop dance experience begins here! Learn the basics of hip hop dancing along with the latest moves. You will learn to count music, move to the beat and dance routines to a variety of pop artists. Exercise attire and clean sneakers are recommended. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Wednesday 6:15pm

STERLING SCHOOL OF DANCE

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Foundational Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Hip Hop II

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $54/month Community $81/month Dancers are introduced to standing at the ballet barre, dancing at center and dancing across the floor using French terminology and classical music. Skills focus on flexibility, body control and following instructions. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Friday 10:00am

Ages: 7-11 years Fee: Y member $58/month Community $86/month Since Level II class is for dancers who have already taken Foundational Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Hip Hop previously and are ready for the next phase of their dancing talent. Dancers spend 30 minutes each on techniques of ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop. Children will practice the distinctions and similarities among the genres and grow to appreciate each one individually. Child may decide they like all genres or favor one! Class length is two hours. STER Tuesday & Thursday 3:30pm STER Saturday 12:00pm

Foundational Pre-Ballet & Tap

Boys Crew

CHILDREN’S DIVISION Foundational Pre-Ballet

Ages: 3-7 years Fee: Y Member $54/month Community $81/month Dancers have 30 minutes of ballet instruction followed by 30 minutes of tap instruction with time for changing shoes. Children learn basic ballet terminology and gain an understanding of the parts of the foot and shoe used in tap dance. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 3:30pm (Ages 3-4) STER Tuesday 4:30pm (Ages 5-7) STER Saturday 9:00am (Ages 5-7) STER Saturday 10:00am (Ages 3-4)

Foundational Ballet, Tap & Intro. to Jazz

Ages: 6-9 years Fee: Y Member $58/month Community $86/month This class is specifically designed for the male student. Teaching all the classic steps and vocabulary of dancer, this class will help your male dancers build strength, skill and poise in the world of dance. Genres that will be focused on, but not limited to are ballet, tap and hip hop. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 5:30pm

TEEN DIVISION Juniors

Ages: 6-8 years Fee: Y Member $54/month Community $81/month Returning dancers or dancers with past experience in ballet and tap will have 30 minutes of ballet instruction and 30 minutes of tap instruction. Basic skills and steps will be reviewed, however new steps in each genre will be taught. 30 minutes of jazz will be added at the beginner level. Dance terminology will be explained as well as part of the foot and dancers’ body. Ballet and tap shoes are required. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Thursday 4:30pm

Ages: 9-13 years Fee: Y Member $110/month Community $165/month This new “class” is developed for dancers who have past experience and want to embrace more of the world of dance. This intermediate level class will focus on ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop each week, with classes meeting twice a week. STER Monday 5:30-7:30pm STER Thursday 6:00-8:00pm STER Friday 5:30-7:30pm

Foundational Pre Hip Hop/Jazz

Ages: 14-18 years Fee: Y Member $110/month Community $165/month This new “class” is developed for our more experienced dancers. This intermediate/experienced level class will focus on ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop each week, with classes meeting twice a week. Students performances will be based on the interest of the individual dancer. STER Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm STER Thursday 6:30-8:00pm STER Saturday 2:00-4:00pm (Located in Studio C)

Ages: 5-7 years Fee: Y member $54/month Community: $81/month Dancers are introduced to the basics of Hip Hop and Jazz techniques in this 1 hours class. 30 minutes of each genre. Dancers will learn vocabulary, rhythm and movement towards the Hip Hop and Jazz at an introductory level. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Saturday 8:00am

YOUTH DIVISION Foundational Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Hip Hop I Ages: 7-11 years Y Member $58/month Community $86/month Dancers spend 30 minutes each developing the basic skills and techniques of ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop. Children learn the distinctions and the similarities among the genres and grow to appreciate each. Children may decide they like all three or favor one or two genres by the end of the year. Class length is two hours. STER Friday 3:30pm STER Saturday 12:00pm

Youth Development

Seniors

Private Dance Lessons

Ages: 5-16 years Fee: Y Member $36 Community $54 (1 Private Lesson) Y Member $105 Community $158 (3 Private Lessons) Y Member $20 Community $30 (1 Semi-Private) Y Member $55 Community $83 (3 Semi-Private) Need help with a specific technique, or just want an individual lesson? Meet with one of our dance instructors for your very own dance lesson or facilitated practice time. Private dance lessons take place in our well-equipped dance studio and are 60 minutes long. Available for children, dancers, gymnasts and adults of all levels. Please contact Lorigan Sudak, Youth. Family and Camp Director, at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org.

INFANT & TODDLER CARE For information on infant, toddler care, please contact Cyndi Marchand, Early Education Director at 978.564.3475 or marchandc@northshoreymca.org.

Infant

Ages: 6 weeks -15 months Y infant programs provide a nurturing, wholesome environment where your child will begin to discover the world. Our low child to staff ratios allow your child to receive loving care and attention. Staff create individualized schedules, to meet each child’s needs. Parents receive daily communication from teachers. The infant room is divided into two age-appropriate sections and is a “shoe-free” environment. Curriculum includes story time, communicating needs, self-help skills, sensory exploration,creative arts, fine and large motor skill work. Enrichment opportunities include sign language and stroller walks outside.

Toddler

Ages: 15 months -2 years & 9 months Y Toddler programs provide a safe, nurturing environment in which children can learn to communicate, cooperate and care about each other. Our low child to staff ratios ensure your child will receive individualized loving care and attention. Toddlers have scheduled and open activity time so they may learn from a group and discover independently, all under the supervision of our knowledgeable teachers. Curriculum includes story time, language skills, self-help skills, sensory exploration, mathematics and classification, creative arts, science and exploration and social and emotional development. Enrichment opportunities include gymnastics, sign language and large motor opportunities outside and in the gym.

PRESCHOOL For information on preschool programs, please contact Cyndi Marchand, Early Education Director at 978.564.3475 or marchandc@northshoreymca.org.

Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness

Ages: 2 years & 9 months - 5 years Fee: Varies Y Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness programs provide a safe, wholesome environment in which children can learn to communicate, cooperate and care about each other. Our low child-to-staff ratios give your preschooler one-on-one interaction with teachers. There are two program options: full day or morning (morning is available at Sterling only). Curriculum includes literacy, language arts, sensory exploration, counting, measurements and patterns, creative arts, science and exploration and social and emotional development. Enrichment opportunities include gymnastics, swimming, music and sports.

Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

SCHOOL AGE CARE For information school age care programs, please contact Mary Ellen Mayo, Youth Services Director, at 978.564.3928 or mayom@northshoreymca.org.

Y After School Program

Grades: K (Full Day)-Grade 5 Y After School programs help children develop self confidence, interpersonal relationships, positive values, academic achievement and lasting friendships. All programs are licensed by the State of Massachusetts, Department of Early Education and Care. And with caring, qualified staff, your children couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be in better hands! Our school-age curriculum focuses on arts & humanities, character development, health and wellness, homework, literacy, science and technology, social competence and conflict resolution. Y After School programs are available at all Beverly public elementary schools.

Y After the Bell

Grades: 6-8 After the Bell is a complete middle school-aged appropriate program, allowing for the security and supervision required by working parents and the fun, flexibility and popular interest demanded by middle school students. The After the Bell after school program is focused on providing quality supervision and enrichment during the key hours between the end of school and when parents return home from work. Our After the Bell program provides the convenience of a licensed and safe transportation in a Beverly public school bus departing from Briscoe Middle School to the Douglas Stephens Teen Center each day. Transportation to offsite full day field trips is also included.

GYMNASTICS Parent & Child Gymnastics Play Group

Ages: 0-6 years Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93 Connect with other parents while your child has a blast doing gymnastics. The class will open and close the time with parachute songs and facilitate some gymnastics but the main focus is unstructured play. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Wednesday 10:45am

Parent & Tot Gym I

Ages: 12-18 months Fee: Y Member $87 Community $130 Here parents are given the opportunity to positively interact and support their child in a fun environment. Children will develop coordination, balance and peer socialization skills through social interaction, music, games, parachute play and gymnastics circuits. The floor, TumbleTrak, trampoline and pit will be explored. Class structure is very minimal, with the expectation that parents keep their children with the teacher. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 9:45am STER Thursday 10:45am STER Friday 9:45am

Parent & Tot Gym II

Ages: 19-24 months Fee: Y Member $87 Community $130 In this gymnastics class, parents are given the opportunity to positively interact and support their child in a fun environment. Children will develop coordination, balance and peer socialization skills through social interaction, music, games, parachute play and gymnastics circuits. The floor, TumbleTrak, trampoline and pit will be explored. In this class, the instructor will begin to introduce skills, while parents remain involved in the class. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 9:45am STER Thursday 10:45am STER Friday 9:45am

Teeny Tiny Tumblers

Ages: 2-3 years with Parent Fee: Y Member $97 Community $145 This introductory gymnastics class features tumbling, climbing, jumping and so much more. While skills are introduced, the main focus of this class is for the children to become independent from their parents, follow a teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instructions and stay engaged with the class. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 8:45am STER Tuesday 10:45am STER Wednesday 9:45am STER Thursday 9:45am STER Friday 8:45am

Tiny Tumblers

Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $148 Here is a great chance for children will develop gross motor skills through games and activities where they run, jump, skip and hop! While skills are introduced, the main focus of this class is for the children to become independent from their parents, follow instructions and stay engaged with the class. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 10:45am, 3:15pm STER Tuesday 3:15pm STER Wednesday 1:45pm STER Thursday 9:45am STER Friday 9:45am STER Saturday 8:45am

Preschool Tumble & Tap

Ages: 3.5-5 years Fee: Y Member $120 Community $180 If your child loves gymnastics and dancing then this class was designed for them! We have combined 40 minutes of gymnastics with 30 minutes of tap! Your child will start their class off in our state of the art gymnastics center jumping, hoping and climbing. Next they will be escorted down the hall to the dance studio and have 30 minutes of twirling, tapping and shuffling. Class length is 1 hour and 15 minutes. STER Friday 10:45am

Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Kinder Gym & Swim

Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $132 Community $198 If your child loves gymnastics and swimming, then Kinder Gym and Swim was designed for them! We have combined two of our most popular programs into one fun-filled hour and a half. STER Monday 2:30pm Gymnastics 3:15pm Swimming STER Tuesday 9:00am Swimming 9:45am Gymnastics STER Wednesday 9:00am Swimming 9:45am Gymnastics

Kinder Gym I

Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $148 Kinder Gym I develops balance, coordination, strength and motor skills. In this class children will be introduced to the basics of stretching, gymnastics skills and strength exercises in a fun and safe environment. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 9:45am, 1:45pm STER Tuesday 10:45am STER Wednesday 9:45am STER Thursday 8:45am STER Friday 10:45am STER Saturday 8:45am, 9:30am

Kinder Gym I Extended

Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $107 Community $160 Kinder Gym I Extended is 15 more minutes of gymnastics fun! Children develop balance, coordination, strength and motor skills, while learning the basics of stretching, gymnastics skills and strength exercises. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 3:30pm STER Tuesday 4:30pm STER Wednesday 4:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm

Kinder Gym II

Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $148 Kinder Gym II is for children who have completed Kinder Gym I. In this class children use equipment such as the TumbleTrak, vault, beam and bars. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 2:30pm STER Wednesday 8:45am STER Thursday 8:45am STER Friday 10:45am STER Saturday 9:30am

Kinder Gym II Extended

Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $107 Community $160 Kinder Gym II Extended is 15 more minutes of gymnastics fun! After completing Kinder Gym I, participants are ready to develop more advanced gymnastics skills. Children will use equipment such as the TumbleTrak, vault, beam and bars. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 3:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm STER Saturday 10:30am

Kinder Gym III

Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $107 Community $160 Kinder Gym III is for children who have completed Kinder Gym I and II. Children will focus on developing a concentration and setting goals. Instructor recommendation is needed for children to advance to this level. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 3:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm STER Saturday 9:30am

Mini Bronze

Ages: 6 years & under Fee: Y Member $162/3 months Community $243/3 months Start learning the skills to move on up to competitive level gymnastics! Each practice begins with a team specific warm-up including strength, conditioning and body shaping exercises. Each gymnast must be evaluated by a coach before registering. A minimum of a 3 month commitment is required. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 2:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm STER Saturday 9:30am

Mini Silver

Ages: 6 years & under Fee: Y Member $192/3 months Community $288/3 months Once your child has mastered Mini Bronze, they are ready for Mini Silver, the next step towards competitive gymnastics. Each practice begins with a team specific warm-up including strength, conditioning and body shaping exercises. Each gymnast must be evaluated by a coach before registering for this level. A minimum of a 3 month commitment is required. Class length is 90 minutes. For program details, please contact Jeanee Gonet, Associate Gymnastics Director. at 978.564.3916 or gonetj@northshoreymca.org.

Mini Gold

Ages: 6 years & under Fee: Y Member $192/3 months Community $288/3 months Once your child has mastered Mini Silver they are ready for Mini Gold, the final step towards our Wildcats pre-team. Each practice begins with a team specific warm-up including strength, conditioning and body shaping exercises. Each gymnast must be evaluated by a coach before registering for this level. A minimum of a 3 month commitment is required. Class length is 90 minutes. For program details, please contact Jeanee Gonet, Associate Gymnastics Director at 978.564.3916 or gonetj@northshoreymca.org.

Youth Development

Youth Gym & Swim

Trampoline & Tumbling Tots

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $132 Community $198 If your child loves gymnastics and swimming, then Youth Gym & Swim was designed for them! Gymnastics will get their hearts pumping for 40 minutes, then the instructor will escort them to the pool for their 45 minute swim lesson. Parents should pick up participants from the pool area. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Monday 3:15pm Gymnastics 4:15pm Swimming

Youth Gymnastics I

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Learn the basics of stretching, gymnastics skills and strength exercises. Basic skills will be introduced on the vault, bars, beam, floor, TumbleTrak, foam pit and trampoline to develop body awareness and coordination. This beginner level program will help your child build the confidence necessary in gymnastics. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 3:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm STER Saturday 10:30am

Youth Gymnastics II

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Once your child has mastered the skills introduced in Gymnastics I, it is time for Gymnastics II! Participants will perfect previously learned skills and be further challenged by new and exciting skills using the vault, bars, beam, floor, TumbleTrak, foam pit and trampoline. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Tuesday 3:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 4:30pm STER Saturday 10:30am

Youth Gymnastics III

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $132 Community $198 Perfect for advanced students who have completed all of the skills in Gymnastics II. New skills will be introduced, helping build your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s confidence and ability as a gymnast. Instructor recommendation required. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Wednesday 4:30pm STER Thursday 4:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm STER Saturday 10:30am

Wildcats Bronze - Girls

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $198/3 months Community $297/3 months Start learning the skills to move on up to competitive level gymnastics! Each practice begins with a team specific warm-up including strength, conditioning and body shaping exercises. Each gymnast must be evaluated by a coach before registering. A minimum of a 3 month commitment is required. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Thursday 4:30pm STER Saturday 8:45am

Wildcats Silver - Girls

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $264/3 months Community $360/3 months Once your child has mastered Wildcats Bronze they are ready for Wildcats Silver - the next step towards competitive gymnastics. Each practice begins with a team specific warm-up including strength, conditioning and body shaping exercises. Each gymnast must be evaluated by a coach before registering. A minimum of a 3 month commitment is required. Class length is 2 hours. STER Tuesday 4:30pm STER Wednesday 4:30pm STER Saturday 10:30am

Wildcats Gold - Girls

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $390/3 months Community $585/3 monthss Once your child has mastered Wildcats Silver they are ready for Wildcats Gold- the final step towards our Wildcats pre-team. Each practice begins with a team specific warm-up including strength, conditioning, and body shaping exercises. Each gymnast must be evaluated by a coach before registering. A Minimum of a 3 month commitment is required. The class meets twice a week for 90 minutes each class. STER Tuesday/Thursday 4:30pm

Cartwheel Mania

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 If your child wants to master their cartwheel this is the class for them! Participants will focus on cartwheel development through increased strength, flexibility and coordination. No experience necessary. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Wednesday 3:30pm

Teen Gymnastics

Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Learn and improve your gymnastics ability by developing skills on vault, bars, beam and floor. Participants will build strength, coordination and confidence by learning new exciting skills and perfecting previously learned skills. This class will provide participants with a foundation to participate in the sport of gymnastics. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 6:00pm STER Thursday 6:00pm

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $148 Let your tot experience the fun world of Trampoline & Tumbling! Instructors will introduce the trampoline, TumbleTrak, foam pit and floor to develop basic trampoline & tumbling skills such as rolls, cartwheels, handstands, seat drops, tucks, straddles and pike jumps. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 9:45am STER Tuesday 10:45am STER Thursday 10:45am

Kinder Trampoline & Tumbling I

Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Members $99 Community $148 Kinder Trampoline & Tumbling I is the introductory Trampoline & Tumbling class for both boys and girls. Children will be introduced to the basics of stretching, trampoline & tumbling skills and strength exercises in a safe, exciting environment. Children will develop strength, agility, coordination, confidence and increased cognitive skill development. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 9:45am, 3:15pm STER Thursday 9:45am STER Friday 3:15pm

Kinder Trampoline & Tumbling II

Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Members $96 Community $144 Once your child has mastered the basic skills of Kinder T&T I, they will be ready for Kinder T&T level II! In this program, the instructor will introduce new and more challenging trampoline and tumbling skills. Children will continue to build upon the foundation they have established in Kinder T&T level I including balance, coordination, motor skills and self-confidence. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 3:30pm

Youth Trampoline & Tumbling I

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Youth Trampoline &Tumbling I is the introductory Trampoline & Tumbling class for both boys and girls. In this program children will be introduced to the basics of stretching, trampoline & tumbling skills, strength exercises and body positions. Children will develop body awareness, agility, coordination and confidence. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Wednesday 4:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm

Youth Trampoline & Tumbling II

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $132 Community $198 Once your child has mastered the skills introduced in Youth Trampoline & Tubming I, it is time for Youth Trampoline & Tumbling II! Children will continue to build upon previously learned skills and be further challenged by new and exciting skills. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm

Wildcats Trampoline & Tumbling Pre-Team

Our Trampoline & Tumbling team strives to train, teach and motivate children to achieve their potential in the sport of Trampoline & Tumbling. Our pre-team program begins at USAG T&T level 3. Athletes will practice twice a week for 90 minutes. Pre-team will help prepare your child to join our Trampoline & Tumbling competitive team. Contact Jeanee Gonet, Associate Gymnastics Director, at 978.564.3916 or gonetj@northshoreymc.org for more information.

Little Cheer Squirts

Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Members $99 Community $148 Learn basic tumbling, dance and jump techniques specifically designed for the mini cheerleader! Our high energy instructors will be utilizing our spring floor, trampoline and TumbleTrak. Start your cheerleader off on the right foot with proper training, fundamentals and essential basics. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:30pm

Youth Back Handspring Mania

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Back Handspring Mania is the perfect class for any cheerleader or gymnast who is looking to learn a back handspring and improve their basic tumbling skills! Coaches will use proper technique, strength, and flexibility to increase power and skill level. Class length is 60 minutes STER Monday 4:30pm STER Tuesday 4:30pm STER Friday 5:00pm STER Saturday 11:45am

Youth Back Handsprings and Beyond

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Back Handsprings and Beyond is specifically designed for participants who have mastered the skills in Back Handspring Mania. This class will focus on combing multiple back handsprings and creating a solid foundation for back tucks. Participants must be able to do a roundoff back handspring or standing back handspring without a spot. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Saturday 11:45am

Youth Tuck, Tumble & Twist

Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Youth Tuck, Tumble & Twist is specifically designed for participants who have mastered the skills of Back Handsprings and Beyond. This class is a perfect fit for any cheerleader who is looking to add difficulty to their tumbling passes. Participants must be able to do at least 2 back handsprings out of a round-off or standing. The foundation for layouts and twisting will be introduced in this class. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 3:30pm

Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Teen Back Handspring Mania

Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Back Handspring Mania is the perfect class for any cheerleader or gymnast who is looking to master basic tumbling skills including a back handspring! Coaches will use proper technique, strength, and flexibility to increase power and skill level. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Wednesday 6:00pm

Teen Back Handsprings and Beyond

Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Back Handsprings and Beyond is specifically designed for the advanced cheerleader. Participants must be able to do a round-off back handspring or standing back handspring without a spot. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 6:00pm

Teen Tuck, Tumble & Twist

Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $108 Community $162 Youth Tuck, Tumble & Twist is specifically designed for the advanced cheerleader who is looking to add difficulty to their tumbling passes. Participants must be able to do at least 2 back handsprings out of a round-off or standing. The foundation for layouts and twisting will be introduced in this class. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 6:00pm

Cheer Tumble Drop-in

Ages: 7 years & up Fee: Y Members $15 Community $20 Perfect and learn new tumbling skills in this program that begins with a warm-up and stretch followed by drills, circuits and stations. No pre-registration or session commitment is required for this drop--in class. You are invited to drop-in on a weekly basis or monthly basis depending on your schedule! Class length is 90 minutes. STER Tuesday 5:30pm

HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS FIT-tastic Kids Club

Ages: 8-14 years Fee: Y Member FREE Community FREE Learn how to make healthy food choices and find creatives ways to be physically active throughout the day - all while having fun with friends! FIT-tastic Kids, a FREE program for Y members and community members, follows a fun, interactive and engaging curriculum that builds the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. Participants receive a free an 8-week youth membership as a part of the program in order to continue their healthy habits in their off-time. Contact Andrew Walker, Senior Director of Membership & Wellness, at walkera@northshoreymca.org for more information.

Teen Girls Group Fitness

Ages: 13 & up Fee: Y Member $30 Community: $40 Here is your chance to enjoy a great workout while learning all aspects of the fitness floor strength and cardiovascular equipment. Let Health and Wellness Director Erin Frazee take you through exercises on Cardiovascular, Cybex and Kieser Strength equipment, Cables and dumbbells. Learn the proper way to warm up, cool down and stretch, and proper fitness floor etiquette. Class is an 8-week guide to working out on the fitness floor safely and effectively. STER Monday 4:15-5:15pm Fitness Floor

Teen Spinning

Ages: 11 years & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $98 Experience one of the most popular cardiovascular workouts! Spinning is a high energy workout to great music. Learn how to safely set up and use bikes, warm up, cool down and stretch. Bring water, small towel and lots of energy! Cross trainers or cycling shoes are recommended (no skate shoes, please!) Class length is 60 minutes. STER Thursday 4:30pm

Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Myles McPherson Youth Center

4 McPherson Drive Beverly, MA 01915 978.921.6061 The McPherson Youth Center is place for youth and teens in middle school and high school to feel safe and have fun place while hanging out with friends. Shoot some pool, use the computer lab, play videos games, get in a game of air hockey and participate in a variety of programs, leagues and much more! Contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 for more information. MCP Monday-Friday 3:00-8:00pm (6:00pm close on Teen Dance Fridays) MCP Saturday 12:00-8:00pm

Teen Leaders Club

Ages: 11 years & up Fee: Y Member Free Community $98 Start or improve your yoga practice, while learning how to use breath, postures and mindfulness in this beginner level class. Bring water and a positive attitude! Mats are available, but you can also bring your own. Certified Yoga Instructor: Joanne Leary. STER Wednesday 4:30pm Studio C

Ages: 11-18 years Become a Teen Leader! Take part in discussions that directly affect the teen population in Beverly through community service projects, field trips and opportunities to meet locally, regionally and nationally with other teen leader groups. Meets two times per month. There are minimum requirements to be apart of this opportunity club. Contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 for more information. STER Mondays, November 4 & 18 6:00-7:00pm Mondays, December 2 & 16 6:00-7:00pm

Teen Boys Strength Training

Youth in Government

Teen Yoga

Ages: 11 years and up Fee: Y Member $66 Community $98 Get strong and get fit. Learn proper lifting techniques, weight training guidelines and how to perform sets and reps safely and effectively. Participants will use free weights, TRX, body weight and strength equipment on the fitness floor. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Instructor is Ed Bryant. STER Tuesday 4:00pm Fitness Floor STER Thursday 4:00pm Fitness Floor

Teen Circuit Ages: 11 & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $62 Teen Circuit is a great total body workout for all levels. Each class is a variety of cardiovascular and strength exercises that keep class fun and effective. Whether you are looking to get in shape, stay in shape, or just have fun working out a circuit training workout can help you reach your goals. This one hour program is taught by Certified Group Exercise Instructor Jessica Hannon. STER Tuesday 4:00pm Studio A

Grades: 7-12 The Greater Beverly YMCA is excited to announce their involvement in the YMCA Youth in Government program! High school students from across Massachusetts will have the opportunity to come together and participate in a model session of state government. Participants act as legislators, judges, cabinet members and members of the press. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll write a bill, argue at the Supreme Court, become a lobbyist and much more! Students will learn how to run a mock government and will have a weekend-long conference at the State House in Boston! The program is primarily for high school students but middle school students can participate in a limited capacity as well. The YMCA Model Government Conference will be held in Boston in Spring 2014. For more information, please contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or quadej@northshoreymca.org. STER Thursdays, November 14, 29 and December 13 7:00-8:00pm Pre-Leg I: November 23 Pre-Leg II: TBD Pre-Leg III: TBD

SPORTS & RECREATION Parent & Child Mini Sports Mania

Ages: 2.5-3 years Fee: Y Member $46 Community $70 Try some sports with your child! Activities will focus on basic sports skills. Children will learn jumping, running and sports specific skills as well as intellectual and social skills such as listening and following directions, improving motor skill development and building confidence. 30 minutes of instruction followed by 10 minutes of free play. TEEN Wednesday 9:00am

Mini Sports & Craft Mania

Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105 Mini Sports & Craft Mania will introduce children to sports including soccer, basketball, T-ball and basic running and jumping techniques. After 30 minutes of sports, your child will receive 30 minutes of arts & crafts activity. TEEN Thursday 9:30am

Pee Wee Sports Mania

Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $65 Community $97 In Pee Wee Sports Mania, children sample a variety of basic sports skills, build self-confidence and have fun, all while cultivating the values, skill and relationships that lead to positive behaviors and better health. Class length is 45 minutes. TEEN Tuesday 2:30pm TEEN Wednesday 10:00am

Pee Wee Rock Climbing

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $98 Community $147 Pee Wee Rock Climbing introduces children to the exciting world of climbing. Children will become familiar with climbing equipment and skills. Instructors and parents work together to assist in climbing. Maximum capacity of 8 participants and minimum of 4 to ensure proper training and safety. Class length is 60 minutes. TEEN Monday 3:00pm

Pee-Wee Floor Hockey League

Ages: 4-5 years, co-ed Fee: Member $59 Community $89 The 6-week Pee Wee Floor Hockey League introduces boys and girls to the game of floor hockey. Children are placed on teams coached by parent volunteers. Teams will meet on Saturdays at Sterling Center for a half hour practice and a half hour game. Each participant will receive a team shirt. For more information or to be a volunteer coach, please contact Ashley Aldred at aldreda@northshoreymca.org or 978.564.3925. STER Saturday Starting November 2

Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Youth Basketball II

Ages: 10-13 years, co-ed Fee: Y Member $65 Community $97 Children have fun, develop good discipline and physical conditioning while learning intermediate skills, drills and rules of the game. More focus will be placed on scrimmaging. Class length is 45 minutes. TEEN Thursday 4:45pm

Kiwanis Youth Basketball

Pee-Wee Basketball League

Ages: 4-5, co-ed Fee: Member $78 Community $117 Pee Wee Basketball League introduces boys and girls to the game of basketball. Children are placed on teams coached by parent volunteers. Teams will meet on Saturdays at Sterling Center for a half hour practice and a half hour game. Each participant will receive a team shirt. For more information or to be a volunteer coach, please contact Ashley Aldred at aldreda@northshoreymca.org or 978.564.3925. STER Saturday Starting January 4

Mini Sports Mania

Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $65 Community $97 Mini Sports Mania will help your childe refine sports skills in soccer, basketball, T-ball and basic running and jumping techniques. Children will run, jump, dribble, pass, catch and hit while they participate in fun group games along with the teaching grids. Class length is 45 minutes. TEEN Tuesday 4:00pm TEEN Thursday 3:15pm

Youth Basketball I

Ages: 7-9 years, Co-ed Fee: Y Member $65 Community $97 Children have fun, develop good discipline and physical conditioning while learning basic skills, drills and rules of the game. Our basketball instructors determine the next appropriate level for your child based upon a skills assessment. Class length is 45 minutes. TEEN Thursday 4:00pm

Rookie Basketball League

Grades: 1 & 2, co-ed Fee: Member $78 Community $117 Rookie Basketball League introduces boys and girls to the game of basketball. Children are placed on teams coached by parent volunteers. Teams will meet on Saturdays at Sterling Center for a half hour practice and a half hour game. Each participant will receive a team shirt. For more information or to be a volunteer coach, please contact Ashley Aldred at aldreda@northshoreymca.org or 978.564.3925. STER Saturday Starting January 4

Boys Grades: 3-7 Girls Grades: 3-8 Fee: Member $155 Community $230 Additional Child Fee: Member $135 Community $200 Registration for the upcoming Kiwanis Youth Basketball League will begin September 3rd. Registration forms will be available at the front desk of the Sterling Center or online at www.northshoreymca.org. The league is 12 weeks in length with games on Saturdays and a one hour practice one night each week. Mandatory evaluation will take place in October. Practices and games begin in late November. For more information, contact Casey Sudak at 978.564.3482 or sudakc@ northshoreymca.org.

Y Home School Day

Ages: 6-12 years Fee: Y Member $153/session Community $229/session Give your child the opportunity to develop physical skills, improve their fitness and socialize with peers at Y Home School Day! On Thursdays from 9:30am-2:00pm children will participate in swimming, adventure, lunch and gymnastics. The Y will provide one staff per group available to make sure children transition from activity to activity and have staff supervision during lunch time. Participants meet on the pool deck. Contact Lorigan Sudak, Youth, Family & Camp Director, at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org for more information. Home School Schedule: 9:30-10:30am Swimming 11:00am-12:15pm Adventure 12:15-12:30pm Lunch 12:30-1:15pm Gymnastics Lesson 1:15-2:00pm Open Gymnastics Time

Hamilton-Wenham Rocks & Ropes

Ages: 6-10 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Looking for something to do when thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an early release from school? This mix of rock climbing basics and the high and low ropes challenge course is the perfect class for you! Participants learn introductory skills pertaining to climbing safety, equipment, climbing maneuvers and group initiatives. Class length is 60 minutes. TEEN Wednesday 2:00pm

Archery I

Ages: 7 years & up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Welcome to the world of archery! In this beginner level program, participants will learn the basic skills of archery including rules and safety, knowledge of equipment and proper stance and technique. Participants may use archery equipment provided by the Y or bring their own recurved bows (maximum 40 lb. draw). Class length is 50 minutes. TEEN Wednesday 3:30pm

Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Archery II

Ages: 7 years & up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Futher your ability as an archer! In this intermediate level program, participants will work on advanced skill development of skills, technique and accuracy while enjoying friendly competitions throughout the session. Participants may use archery equipment provided by the Y or bring their own recurved bows (maximum 40 lb. draw). Completion of Archery I or demonstrated proficient knowledge of archery is required to register for this program. TEEN Wednesday 4:30pm

Archery Personal Instruction

Ages: 7 years & up Private: Y Member $25 Community $35 Four Private: Y Member $90 Community $120 Semi Private: Y Member $15/ Community $20/ person person Four Semi Private: Y Member $50/ Community $70/ person person Youth and adults participating in this enrichment activity will grow, develop and experience improved self-esteem and confidence. Semi-private classes have a minimum of two and maximum of four participants. Contact Casey Sudak at 978.564.3482 or sudakc@northshoreymca.org for more information.

Intro to Tang Soo Doo Karate

Ages: 4-9 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $134 Learn the basic moves and concepts of Tang Soo Doo Karate. Children will learn to understand the skills of balance, coordination, discipline, control and respect.Class length is 50 minutes. Instructor is Victoria Demarco, former New England Tang Soo Doo Black Belt Champion. STER Friday 3:30pm Studio A

Tang Soo Doo Karate I

Ages: 10-14 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $134 Advance your practice of Tang Soo Doo Karate. Learn safe partner sparring and artistic combination moves in order to prepare for color belt advancement. Enhance discipline, gain strength and increase endurance in this program. Class length is 60 minutes. instructor is Victoria Demarco, former New England Tang Soo Doo Black Belt Champion. STER Friday 4:20pm Studio A

Rock Climbing II

Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Futher your ability as a climber! In this intermediate level program, participants will learn the harness and belay set up, top rope belay techniques, knots, movement on the rock, bouldering, safety skills and goal setting. Participants must complete Rock Climbing I or demonstrate climbing proficciency to register for this program. Maximum capacity of 8 participants and minimum of 4 to ensure proper training and safety. Class length is 50 minutes. TEEN Monday 4:00pm TEEN Wednesday 5:00pm

Rock Climbing III

Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Experienced climbers who are looking for more challenge can develop their climbing skills further in this advanced-level program. Participants will continue to improve self-esteem, confidence and problem solving skills. Climbing knowledge and ability will be further enhanced and assessed through levels 5 and 6. Participants must complete Rock Climbing II or demonstrate climbing proficciency to register for this program. This class has a maximum capacity of 8 participants and minimum of 4 to ensure proper training and safety, so sign up early. Class length is 50 minutes. TEEN Wednesday 5:00pm

Rock Climbing Personal Instruction

All Ages Private Session: Member $30 Community $40 4 Private Sessions: Member $95 Community $125 Semi Private Session: Member $20/ Community $25/ person person 4 Semi Private Sessions: Member $55/ Community $75/ person person Private instruction is geared toward those who desire more individual attention as they evolve their climbing skills. A parent or guardian is required to be present during the class for students under 18 years old. Lessons will be at the indoor rock wall. Available time slots to schedule private instruction are limited. Class length is 60 minutes. Contact Casey Sudak at 978.564.3482 or sudakc@northshoreymca.org for more information.

Rock Climbing I

Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Welcome to the world of climbing! In this beginner level program, participants will learn the basic elements of climbing including commands, technique and confidence are the cornerstone of this class. Maximum capacity of 8 participants and minimum of 4 to ensure proper training and safety. Class length is 50 minutes. TEEN Monday 4:00pm

Youth Development

Kids Fun Night

Parent/Child II

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Grades: 1-5 Fee: Y Member $9 Community $9 Bring your child to the Y for a few hours of fun, while you enjoy some off-time! Participants will enjoy dinner, games, swimming, gymnastics and more! Pick up is at 9:00pm. Additional paperwork required at drop off. Snacks are sold for $1 each. STER Fridays, November 1, 22 6:30-9:30pm December 6, 20 6:30-9:30pm

YMCA December Vacation Days

Grades: 1-5 Fee: Y Member $55/day Community $83/day Enroll your child in a full day program at the YMCA. Programs are located at a local elementary school. Field trips or in-house entertainment are provided each day. Additional paperwork is required before a child can be admitted in the program. Preregistration is required one week in advance directly through Lorigan Sudak,Youth, Family & Camp Director, at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@ northshoreymca.org. STER Monday, December 23 7:00am-6:00pm Friday, December 27 7:00am-6:00pm Monday, December 30 7:00am-6:00pm

Youth Overnights

Ages: 6-12 years Fee: Y Member $50/child Bring your child to the Y for an overnight of fun, activities and entertainment! Participants will enjoy swimming, gymnastics, rock climbing and a movie projected on our Teen Center wall, while snug in their sleeping bags! Chaperones are required. A signed contract and waiver forms are needed prior to the overnight date. Overnights are scheduled for Saturdays and are only scheduled by appointment with Lorigan Sudak, Youth, Family & Camp Director, at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org. TEEN Saturday By appointment

Teen Night Dance

Ages: 11-14 years Fee: Y Member $9 Community $9 Dance the night away as our DJ spins today’s hottest music inside the Douglas Stephens Teen Center! Middle school students only and no one will be admitted after 8:15pm! Please contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 for more information. TEEN Fridays, Novemer 8, 22 7:00-10:00pm December 13 7:00-10:00pm

Middle School Teen Night

Ages: 11-14 years Fee: Y Member $9 Community $9 Middle School Teen Night is the new Saturday night hang out for all middle school students. The pool, gymnastics center and basketball gym will be open for teens between 8:00-10:30pm. Activities in the gym will vary between sport related games and special events. Contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 for more information. STER Saturday, December 7 8:00-10:30pm

Baseline Basketball

Grades: 8-12 (no varsity players) Fee: Y Member $135 Community $170 This boy’s basketball league is for non-varsity basketball players looking to sharpen their basketball skills. The league is games only on Wednesday and Sunday nights throughout the winter and early spring. An evaluation night date will be announced in December for all new players. If a returning player registers after the evaluation night, they may not be placed back on their team. Requests will be taken by phone call only. Please note that dates are subject to change. Please contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or quadej@ northshoreymca.org. TEEN Registration begins October 30 League play begins January 16

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

Ages: 18-36 months Fee: Y Member $66 Community $99 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 preswimming essentials set the stage for early independent swimming. STER Tuesday 4:15pm CAB Wednesday 9:35am STER Thursday 9:30am STER Saturday 9:35am CAB Saturday 11:00am STER Sunday 10:35am

Private Skateboard Lessons

Ages: All Ages Fee: Y Member $28 Community $32 Learn basic boarding skills such as standing and pumping on the board, landing tricks and riding ramps. Lessons are held on Saturday and Sunday mornings and afternoons. Please contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or quadej@northshoreymca.org. MCP Saturdays & Sundays 8:00am-12:00pm

SWIMMING Meet & Greet with the Swim Instructors! Kick off the Fall session with a meet and greet with the Swim Instructors of the Sterling YMCA. Come meet your instructor for the Fall I session before classes starts and enjoy an hour of open swim. This is another great way to make sure your child is in the right swimming level and get all your questions answered before classes start. ** Swim evaluations can also be given during this time (no appointment needed). If you have any questions, please call Kira Collins, Aquatic Director, at 978.564.3906 or collinsk@ northshoreymca.org. STER October 23 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Parent/Child I

Ages: 6-18 months Fee: Y Member $66 Community $99 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. STER Tuesday 9:15am CAB Wednesday 9:00am STER Thursday 10:00am STER Saturday 9:00am CAB Saturday 9:45am STER Sunday 10:00am

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 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. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Monday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Tuesday 9:00am, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Wednesday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm CAB Wednesday 10:45am STER Thursday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Saturday 9:00am, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am CAB Saturday 9:00am STER Sunday 10:00am

Preschool Swimming II

Batting Cage Rentals

Fee: $35/hour The batting cages in the Teen Center are available for rent on select hours during the week/weekends. Contact Casey Sudak, Sports & Adventure Director, at 978.564.3482 or sudakc@northshoreymca.org for more information or to schedule a rental.

Preschool Swimming I

Semi-Private Preschool Class

Ages: 3 to 6 years Fee: Y Member $106 Community $158 This class is for preschoolers that may want a little more one-on-one attention than they would receive with a regular group lesson. The capacity of this class will be maximum of 3 preschoolers. Swimmers should have Preschool Swim I or IIA equivalent swimming abilities. The instructor will also work on each swimmer’s individual needs. STE Monday 3:50pm, 5:00pm STE Tuesday 3:15pm STE Thursday 3:50pm STE Saturday 9:45am, 11:15am CAB Saturday 11:45am STE Sunday 10:30am, 11:00am

Swim Evaluations for Swim Lessons

Ages: 3 years & up Fee: Y members FREE Community FREE Bring you child to be evaluated on their swimming ability and placed accordingly in an appropriate level. Evaluations are regularly scheduled Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00-5:00pm or by appointment. Contact Kira E. Collins, Aquatics Director, at 978.564.3906 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Preschool Swimming I with Parent

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 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. STER Wednesday 9:00am CAB Wednesday 11:30am STER Saturday 11:00am

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Flotation based introduction to Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. Class includes diving skills and opportunities to practice swimming without flotation. Prerequisite: able to paddle independently with flotation. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Monday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30p STER Tuesday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Wednesday 9:00am, 9:30am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Thursday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 3:15pm, 3:50pm, 4:30pm STER Saturday 9:00am, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am CAB Saturday 10:30am STER Sunday 10:00am

Preschool Swimming III

Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 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. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Tuesday 3:15pm, 4:30pm STER Wednesday 9:30am, 3:15pm, 4:30pm STER Thursday 3:15pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 9:00am, 3:15pm

Youth Swimming IA

Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Member $77 Community $114 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. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am 19

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Youth Swimming IB

Sharks Bronze Group

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Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $77 Community $114 For children to build on Youth Swimming IA skills and develop comfort in deep water. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Tuesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Wednesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am, 10:00am

Move Up Swim & Pizza Party

Ages: All Ages Fee: FREE Celebrate moving up to the next level of swim lessons at our Move Up Pizza & Swim Party! Invitations for this event will be given out at the end of the Fall I session to children that have graduated up to the next level. The event will include awards, open family swim time and pizza! Make sure to bring you swim suits! Contact the Aquatics Office 978.564.3906 for more information. STER November 16 1:30-2:30pm

Ages: 12-14 years Fee: Y Member $91 Community $136 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 minutes. STER Tuesday 6:15pm

Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $77 Community $114 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. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 5:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm STER Saturday 10:00am

Intro to Synchronized Swimming

Youth Swimming III

Porpoise Club

Ages: 10 years and up Fee: Y Member $77 Community $114 Must be proficient in Youth Swimming III skills. An assortment of all that swimming has to offer, participants will be challenged with improving their skills in the four competitive strokes, advanced water sports and games, lifeguarding and instructing components. There will also be opportunities to volunteer with swim lessons and move toward completing swim instructor and lifeguard certifications. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Thursday 5:00pm

Ages: 7-11 years Fee: Y Member $91 Community $136 Sharks Bronze Group is the perfect bridge between swimming lessons and swim team for the younger swimmer. It teaches 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. STER Thursday 5:00pm STER Friday 3:15pm

Sharks Silver Group

Youth Swimming II

Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $77 Community $114 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. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 5:15pm STER Thursday 4:15pm STER Saturday 11:00am

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Ages: 5-15 years Fee: Y Member $72 Community $108 Synchronized swimming challenges the creativity of swimmers by combining the movements of dance with swimming skills. Participants work to improve stroke form and endurance while gaining confidence and poise. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Thursday 4:00pm

Synchronized Swim Team Little Sharks

Ages: 4-6 years Fee (One Day): Y Member $66 Community $99 Fee (Two Day): Y Member $132 Community $198 Designed for younger swimmers who are interested in learning the skills needed for competitive swimming. The focus of the mini swim team will be on stroke development, technique, and racing starts and turns. It’s perfect for those who want to be taught in a team environment and have fun at the same time. Swimmers should be able to swim one length of the pool freestyle and backstroke. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 4:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm

Ages: 5-19 years Love the sport of synchronized swimming? Join the Selkies Synchronized Swim Team! Selkies coaches create valuable experiences that both the novice and nationally ranked swimmer can carry throughout life. Contact the Competitive Aquatics Office at 978.564.3904 for more information.

FAMILY TIME Family Movie Night

All Ages Fee: Y Member FREE Community $2 per person Enjoy a movie during this YMCA “drive-in” with family and friends. Popcorn & popsicles will be served. Please bring chairs, blankets, etc. for sitting. STER Saturday, November 23 7:00-9:00pm Saturday, December 28 7:00-9:00pm

Birthday Parties

Host your next birthday at the Greater Beverly YMCA. Enjoy and share your with friends and family! Our enthusiastic, trained staff offers the best birthday ever. Days, times and packages vary. Visit northshoreymca.org or call us at 978.927.6855 for more information or to reserve your space today! Adventure Parties, Gymnastics Parties, Pool Parties, Bouncy House Parties, Gymnastics Parties, Sports Parties, Batting Cage Parties, Pool Parties, Gladiator Parties, Teen Parties, Nerf Parties and McPherson Skate Park Parties

HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS

Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons

Ages: All Ages Fee: Y Member $33 Community $49 1 Private Y Member $118 Community $177 4 Private Y Member $180 Community $270 8 Private Y Member $26 Community $38 1 Semi-Private Y Member $88 Community $131 4 Semi-Private Y Member $139 Community $208 8 Semi-Private Private and semi-private lessons are a great way to get to the next level of swimming. We offer 30 minutes of instruction that produces results. Lessons are set up as appointments to meet your schedule and coordinate with our pool schedule (you won’t pay for class until date/time is confirmed). Contact Mary-Kelly Mulligan, Aquatics Coordinator, at 978.564.3490 or mulliganm@northshoreymca.org.

Learn more about Health, Well-being & Fitness programs online at northshoreymca.org or contact Erin Frazee, Health and Wellness Director, at 978.564.3477 or frazeee@northshoreymca.org.

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Improving the community’s health and well-being PERSONAL FITNESS Healthy Lifestyle Goal Setting

Designed to map out specifically what you would like to achieve with your total experience here at the Y, you will meet with a trained fitness staff member to find out where you would like to begin. At the end of the orientation, you will leave with a specific plan of what and how you will participate in here at the Y in order to accomplish your fitness related goals. This orientation can take as little or as long as is necessary to make sure that you get started on the right track!

Personal Fitness Coaching

Getting started on the road to your fitness goals is easy at the Y with four free Personal Fitness Coaching sessions to help you learn the correct use of all the equipment in our fitness center. These sessions are designed for people just beginning a workout routine and people who have been faithful exercisers but want to learn some new exercises to add to their workout. You’ll work one-on-one with a member of our fitness staff, who will answer your questions and give you the training you need to help you meet your fitness goals. Session length is approximately 75 minutes.

Body Composition Analysis

Using basic, accurate bioimpedance testing from Omron, we can help you find out your body fat percentage. This will help you set a baseline for training goals or to help assess cardiovascular risk. At the end of the test, you will be equipped with an informational take home sheet. Please make sure your test is done prior to working out, limit fluid and caffeine intake within three hours of appointment time.

Fitness Assessment

Our Certified Personal Trainers will work with you to gather your body composition information, resting heart rate and blood pressure, muscle and cardiorespiratory endurance, flexibility, body mass index and waist to hip ratio. With this information you will be able to determine your ideal body weight and how to achieve this goal safely A fitness assessment will also assist you in identifying health risk factors and will give you information to help you create an efficient and effective exercise program. At the end of the assessment you’ll receive a copy of your results to take home, share with your doctor or personal trainer, or use as a baseline for future assessments. Assessments are performed by a personal trainer and are 60 minutes.

Facilitated Stretching

Facilitated stretching with our certified personal trainers will allow you to remain in a relaxed state, enabling proper breathing patterns and providing a greater, more efficient, longer lasting stretch. Physiological effects of stretching include increased circulation, maintenance of optimal tissue length across the life span, decrease in faulty biomechanics that lead to injury and enhanced posture. Session length is 30 minutes.

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Personal Training

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 such as core conditioning, sports conditioning, weight loss, orthopedic rehabilitation and post-surgery/physical therapy. Best of all, Y Personal Training is an excellent value! Session length is 60 minutes. Please allow 24 hours advanced notice to set up an appointment.

Online Personal Training

Our online personal training programs makes it even easier for you to receive guidance at your convenience! You’ll receive at least 8 weeks of online consultation with the opportunity to connect directly with a certified personal trainer. Best of all, Y Online Personal Training is an excellent value with maximum flexbility!

Massage

Massage therapy helps you relax, re-align and rejuvenate. The experienced, professional therapists at the Y provide exceptional care and will provide an effective massage treatment to address your individual needs. Research proves that massage therapy increases immune function, decreases stress levels and reduces recovery time in many medical conditions including: allergies, depression, anxiety, Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Asthma and Bronchitis, circulatory problems, insomnia, sports injuries, TMJ, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Book your massage today and restore balance to your body and mind, and create a lifestyle of wellness and good health.

Personal Yoga Instruction

Fee: Y Member $80/hr Community $120/hr A one-on-one private yoga session is the perfect way to take your yoga practice to the next level. Lasting between one and two hours, private yoga sessions are a powerful tool that will allow you to see deeper insights, go further into your practice and relieve stress from a long day. There is a 24 cancellation policy for all private yoga lessons. A full refund will be provided if a cancellation is received 24 hours ahead of time, full payment required thereafter. There is no expiration date for all purchased private Yoga instruction sessions. All sessions are nonrefundable unless accompanied by medical documentation. Contact Carrie Geary, Fitness Class Coordinator, at gearyc@northshoreymca.org to schedule an appointment.

Group Wellness Sessions - Zumba/Yoga

Fee: Group of 15 or less: $10/person Group of 16-30: $5/person Whether you are looking to treat your staff, provide team building activities, or just bring your friends together, we can provide you with the music, programming and motivation for a fun and fulfilling event. For 75 minutes you can dance to the Latin beats of Zumba or relax with gentle soothing Yoga. Group sessions are offered to provide a fun and non-competitive environment for participants of all fitness levels. Reservations must be done two weeks in advance and are based on instructor/studio availability. Minimum participant requirement is five. Contact Carrie Geary, Fitness Class Coordinator, at 978.564.3907 or gearyc@northshoreymca.org to schedule your private wellness session today.

SMALL GROUP TRAINING PROGRAMS

Personal Fitness Pricing

Fitness Assessment :: Personal Training Online Personal Training :: Massage All Individual Personal Fitness (1 person): Y Member: $65 Community: $75 1 Session Y Member: $182 Community: $212 3 Sessions** Y Member: $292 Community: $342 5 Sessions Y Member: $579 Community: $679 10 Sessions Y Member: $1159 Community: $1359 20 Sessions ** Introductory Individual Personal Training Package, Members Only First time clients only: 3 one hour sessions $128 All Partner Personal Fitness ( 2 people): Y Member: $82 Community: $102 Y Member: $234 Community: $294 Y Member: $376 Community: $476 Y Member: $735 Community: $935 Y Member: $1478 Community: $1871

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All Group Personal Fitness (3-5 people): Y Member: $258 Community: $348 Y Member: $386 Community: $536 Y Member: $773 Community: $1073 Y Member: $1544 Community: $2144

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Online Personal Fitness: Y Member/Community: $185/8 weeks Facilitated Stretching: Y Member/Community: $30/session

HIIT Spinning

Ages: 18 years & up FEE: Y Member FREE Community $50 Take your spinning experience to the next level by training with high intensity intervals. Using a heart rate monitor, participants will learn their lactate threshold heart rate and use this information to perform strategic high intensity training. This program is for advanced indoor cyclists who want to take their training to the next level. Participants must have their own heart rate monitor and bring appropriate footwear. Registration must be done online at northshoreymca.org or through the Y Welcome Center. Registration is not available on SuperSaas. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio B. Certified Spinning Instructor: Ron Corneau. STER Tuesday 7:15pm

Mt. Everest Hill Climb AMPD

Ages: 18 years & up FEE: Y Member FREE Community $20 We ‘ve taken our Mt.Everest Rides to a whole new level. Now you not only challenge yourself to a two hour hill climb, but we have added on an intense 30 minute “top of the hill” strength training portion to the ride that is sure to increase the burn and your fitness level. This special event is recommended for experienced indoor cyclists only. Please bring your own nutrition and hydration to sustain you for the ride. Registration must be done online at northshoreymca.org or through the Y Welcome Center. Registration is not available through the spin class reservation system. Ride meets in Studio B. Taught by Certified Spinning Instructor Heather Matulewicz. STER Sunday, November 3 10:45am-12:45pm STER Sunday, November 17 10:45am-12:45pm STER Sunday, December 1 10:45am-12:45pm STER Sunday, December 15 10:45am-12:45pm

Boot Camp

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $75 Community $113 With the combination of agility, power and strength exercises you are sure to feel the boot camp burn. Boot camp incorporates the hard work and discipline of a military-style boot camp with fun and exciting programming designed to get you results. Meets 2x/week at Beverly High School Track. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Instructors: Caroline Rousseau and Shannon Silvestri. BHS Tuesday/Thursday 5:30am

Fitness Training for Fat Loss

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 Blast fat, maximize lean muscle and create a measurable difference in your body’s shape and performance today! Utilize basic Kettlebell, TRX and traditional training implements along with a sampling of high intensity interval training to push your body into gear quickly. Class comes with two free BodyMetrix body composition analysis at the start and end of the program to help you measure your progress. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets on Fitness Floor. Certified Personal Trainer: Karen Giroux. STER Friday 9:00am

Group TRX

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 Engage all major muscle groups to provide a solid, total body workout using the TRX Suspension Trainer. TRX exercises combine functional strength, flexibility, balance and core stability to provide an amazingly efficient workout using a single piece of equipment. Classes will be adjusted according to fitness level and modifications will be provided. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio B. Certified TRX Instructors: Lee Benton, Amy Watzke and Karen Giroux. STER Monday 8:30am Karen Giroux STER Tuesday 4:30pm Lee Benton STER Saturday 9:45am Amy Watzke

Please note: Personal Fitness is non-refundable unless documented for medical issues. There is no expiration date for purchased Personal Fitness sessions.

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Improving the community’s health and well-being TRX & Kettlebell Combo

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 Get a unique blend of strength and power with flexibility and stability. You will be challenged with the TRX using core strength to stabilize and balance while performing functional movements in a variety positions. Add the swinging action of Kettlebell exercises to improve strength and power to get a total body transformation. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio A. Certified Instructor: Shannon Silvestri. STER Wednesday 7:00am

TRX Circuit

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 This super total body workout uses the TRX, weights, Body Bars and more to effectively build strength, flexibility and balance. Get your heart-pumping by addressing cardio and strength in one workout. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio B. Certified Personal Trainer: Karen Giroux. STER Friday 10:30am

Barre Class

Ages: 16 & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community: $10 per class Barre class is one of the most exciting and most popular new workouts to hit the gym. There’s plenty of movement involved when you use the barre, but, unlike running or jogging, there’s very little impact placed on your body. This is a fun and energizing class that can promote improved flexibility, better posture, long lean muscles and a safe and effective workout routine for all levels. Based on programming from Pilates, Yoga, dance and fitness, it’s an excellent way to spice up your workouts and get yourself back into shape. Classes are one hour and are taught by Certified Barre Instructor Marjean Kimball. Space is limited. Members will need to have an online reservation account (as our spinning classes have) in order to reserve your spot for class. Please visit the front desk for instructions on opening your online reservation account in advance of going to a class. Non-members must visit the front desk to make a reservation. STER Wednesday 12:00pm, 7:30pm Studio A STER Thursday 4:00pm Studio A

Workout 101 Building Workout Programs

Ages: 18 & Up Fee: Y Members $30 Community $40 New to working out on the fitness floor? Here is your chance to enjoy a great workout while learning all aspects of the fitness floor strength and cardiovascular equipment. Let Health and Wellness Director Erin Frazee take you through exercises on Cardiovascular, Cybex and Kieser Strength equipment, Cables and dumbbells. Learn the proper way to warm up, cool down and stretch, and proper fitness floor etiquette. Also learn to piece together different types of workouts so you are confident in what you will be doing when you enter the fitness center. Class is an 8-week guide to working out on the fitness floor safely and effectively. STER Friday 9:30am Fitness Floor

Bosu Core

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 The Bosu allows the added element of balancing on an unstable surface, delivering strength and engaging your core and major muscle groups, for a total body workout. Class is for all levels, as modifications are provided for all fitness abilities. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio B. Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton. STER Wednesday 10:00am

Workout for Strength & Stamina

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $109 Community $163 Designed to reduce body fat, strengthen and tone your muscles and stimulate your workout routine, This program will challenge your body to a new fitness level. Workouts includes cardio training, drills, weights, physioballs and more. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets on the Fitness Floor. Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton. STER Tuesday/Thursday 9:00am

Tabata Circuit

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 Tabata Circuit incorporates high intensity interval training with a rest period shorter than the work period. This class targets both aerobic and anaerobic systems, giving both athletes and the average exerciser a more efficient, effective workout. A variety of equipment is used to achieve a challenging and fun workout. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio C. Certified Personal Trainer: JoAnna Mooney. STER Wednesday 5:15 am

Women on Weights

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $67 Community $100 Get stronger, improve your health and feel more confident with weight training. Weight training is a necessary component of every woman’s exercise program for numerous reasons such as weight loss and the fight against bone loss. This class will teach you how to use weights, physioballs and other resistance training tools to reach your fitness goals at every level. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets on Fitness Floor. Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton. STER Tuesday 6:00pm STER Thursday 10:00am STER Friday 9:00am

Dynamic Strength & Conditioning

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 Mix up your routine with bursts of cardio and intervals of total body strength training circuits that will challenge you to new levels of fitness. This class uses body weight, Bosu, stability bars, TRX and weights to enhance overall cardiovascular health and build strength and endurance. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio C. Certified Personal Trainer: JoAnna Mooney. STER Monday 6:15am

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Improving the community’s health and well-being 30 Minute HIIT

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Members FREE Community $10 per class Quick, easy to follow, and highly effective; isn’t that how your workouts should be? High Intensity Interval Training is an extremely efficient workout for a busy schedule—you can burn more fat and calories in the 24 hours after a HIIT workout than you do after a steady-pace run. It is known to increase your metabolism, but not burn out your muscles, and doesn’t require any equipment. HIIT Training can be done by all fitness levels, is easy to follow and is taught by a Certified Instructor to ensure your safety and success. Meets in Studio A. No registration needed for members. STER Monday 7:00am Shannon STER Thursday 12:00pm Amy STER Saturday 6:00am JoAnna

Zumba Toning

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $91 Zumba® Toning raises the bar, or more appropriately, the toning stick, using targeted body sculpting exercises and high energy cardio work infused with Latin moves. Participants learn how to use light weight, maraca-like toning sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones, including arms, abs and thighs. Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusiasts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Instructor: Kim Crowley. STER Saturday 10:30am Studio A

Prenatal Group Fitness

Fee: Y Member $50 Community $75 Enjoy the benefits of prenatal exercise such as decreased maternal weight gain, improved mood and sleep patterns. This dynamic exercise class is led by a fitness professional with advanced training in prenatal exercise and women’s health. Class length is 55 minutes. Certified Instructor: Helli Sharfman. STER Monday 9:45am Studio B STER Tuesday 6:15pm Lobby Studio

Nia

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Members Free Community $50/session or $10/class Nia is a dynamic cardiovascular workout that stimulates and integrates your mind/body/spirit and leaves you feeling recharged, rejuvenated and fully alive. Nia blends dance, martial arts and yoga to create movement that strengthens and conditions the body. Each student is encouraged to modify their movement, speed and range of motion so all fitness levels can self-guide their Nia practice to meet their needs. Come join Certified Nia Instructor Susan Guest for this fun and engaging program with amazing benefits to improve your overall wellbeing. Meets in Studio C. STER Thursday 8:00am STER Thursday 6:00pm

Pilates

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $56 Community $70 Pilates focuses on body alignment and breathing. The exercises cover all the powerhouse muscle groupsabs, lower back, shoulders, thights and glutes. All levels welcome. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Instructor: Diane Velez. STER Monday 9:15am

Group Interval Training

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Members $81 Community: $121 Whether you are a novice exerciser or you’ve been exercising for years, interval training can help you spice up your workout routine. Programming is simply based on alternating bursts of intense activity with intervals of lighter activity and the principals learned here can be used in your own workouts as well. Training with interval formats you will burn more calories, improve your aerobic capacity and keep your workouts fresh and fun. If you are looking to safely learn new programming and start seeing changes in your physique then Interval Training can work for you. Class length is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio B. Taught by Certified Personal Trainer Karen Giroux. STER Wednesday 8:30am

Healthy Living & Nutrition Initiative

Ages 18 years & up Fee: Y Members only FREE This pilot program, a collaborative partnership between the Y and Lahey Outpatient Center, Danvers, is a comprehensive healthy living approach for people who are have or are at risk for obesity, diabetes or coronary artery disease. Participants will receive free screenings, education and counseling from Registered Dieticians and YMCA Certified Personal Trainers in a group and/or individual setting for a defined period of time. Eligibility screenings will begin in April. Contact Andrew Walker, Senior Director of Membership & Wellness, at 978.564-3486 or walkera@northshoreymca.org for more information.

SPORTS & RECREATION Adult Tap

Ages: 18+ Fee: Y Member $97 Community $146 (8 weeks: Nov. 8-Dec. 27) Y Member $50 Community $75 (4 weeks: Nov. 8-Nov. 29) Looking for a new kind of work out? Try this Adult Tap class in order to get physical activity in your as well as practicing rhythm. Whether you’re a newbie or experienced tapper, this class will help you focus on skills that your inner dancer will love! Class length is 1 hour. STER Friday 7:30pm

Private Dance Lessons

Ages: 16 years-Adult Fee (Private Lessons): Y Member $105 Community $158 (ages 16-adult) 1 Lesson Y Member $275 Community $413 (ages 16-adult) 3 Lessons Fee (Semi-Private Lessons, two students): Y Member $55 Community $83 (ages 16-adult) 1 Lesson Y Member $155 Community $233 (ages 16-adult) 3 Lessons Private dance lessons are available for children, dancers, gymnasts and adults of all levels. Class length is 60 minutes. Please contact Lorigan Sudak, Youth, Family & Camp Director at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org for more information.

healthy living

Improving the community’s health and well-being Basic/Intermediate Ballroom Dance

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $88/person Community $123/ person Whether you are preparing for a wedding, keeping up with your dance moves or just looking for a fun fitness class with your partner, Ballroom Dance has so much to offer. Join award-winning ballroom dance instructors Paul and Doris Demers to learn the basics of Swing, Waltz, Latin and Foxtrot and dancing with your partner. For intermediate dancers, more complex steps can be added to keep class fun. Partners are required. STER Friday 7:00pm Studio A

Advanced Ballroom Dance

Masters Synchronized Swimming

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $91 Community $136 Designed to teach adults the basic skills of synchronzied swimming. Swimmers will learn basic sculling, eggbeater technique, beginner figures and patterns. There will also be opportunities for participants to perform locally in competition and exhibit events. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Sunday 6:00pm

for social responsibility giving back and providing support to our neighbors

Y Lifeguard Training

ROAD RACES 2013 ROAD RACE SCHEDULE

Reindeer Run 5K December 7, Beverly Stay tuned for the 2014 Road Race Series Scheduie!

Aquatics Personal Training

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Member $88/person Community $123/person Take your Ballroom dance to the next level. Advanced ballroom dancers will learn the progressive steps of Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Cha-Cha, and Rhumba. New steps will be added from a choice of Bolero, Mambo, Samba, or Tango. Partners are required. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Friday 8:00pm Studio A

Ages: 18 years & up Fee (One Session): Y Member $57 Community $67 Fee (Three Sessions): Y Member $160 Community $190 Fee (Five Sessions): Y Member $257 Community $309 Fee (Ten Sessions): Y Member $494 Community $597 Marlee Nelson is a nationally certified Master Level/USWFA Personal Aquatics Fitness Trainer and Instructor and certified AFAA Personal Trainer. Please contact the Aquatics Office at 978.564.3906 to schedule an appointment. Class length is 60 minutes.

2014 ROAD RACE SCHEDULE Chase The Gorilla

April 19, Ipswich

Aikido

Private Coaching

Ring Around The Neck

April 27, Marblehead

5 Mile

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $50/month Community $75/month The martial art of Aikido evolved out of the historic tradition of the Japanese warrior arts. Studied in earnest, it is more than a form of self-defense, but a way to perfect one’s spirit. Aikido teaches selfdefense without the use of strength or violence. Consistent practice of Aikido naturally leads to increased stamina, flexibility, agility and balance. STER Monday/Wednesday 8:15pm STER Sunday 6:00pm

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $100/hr Community $100/hr Feel you need that little extra something in your swimming? Join nationally recognized Coach John Ogden for one-on-one, in-depth analysis of your swimming technique. Coach Ogden will provide you with both above and under water videotaping for state of the art instruction and analysis. Schedule is flexible seven days per week. To schedule an appointment, contact John Ogden at 978.564.3908 or ogdenj@northshoreymca.org.

Arthritis Stretch & Flex

SWIMMING Adult Beginner Swim Lessons

Ages: 17 years & up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $147 The place to start for adults who have little to no previous swimming experience. Participants will become more confident in the water and will learn the fundamentals of swimming and aquatic safety. STER Tuesday 7:00pm STER Friday 10:50am

Swim Fit Masters Swimming

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $45/month Community $90/month Y Member $15/drop-in Community $25/drop-in This class is for swimmers who wish to refine and improve their breaststroke, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke and want to use swimming for exercise or to participate in our Master’s Swim Team. All levels encouraged to participate. For more information, contact Jane Heck at heckj@northshoreymca.org. STER Monday/Wednesday/Friday 7:30-9:00pm STER Monday/Wednesday 6:00-7:30am STER Sunday 8:30-10:00am

Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $41 Community $55 Drop in: $7.50 Keep in shape with this low-impact workout that uses water to eliminate much of the joint and muscle pain that make exercising difficult. Ease with movement is supported by the warm water of the heated pool. Swimming skills are not required. CAB Thursday 9:30am

Ages: 16 years & up Fee: Y Member $290 Community $435 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. Must attend all classes. Please be sure to update your email address as there is online pre course work that will be sent a week before. FULL COURSE--First-time certification STER December 26-30 9:00am-4:00pm CROSSOVER--Must already have certification or need to be re-certified. STER November 23-24 9:00am-4:00pm

Babysitting 101

Backshore May 9, Gloucester

5 Mile

Rockport Father’s Day

June 15, Rockport

5K/10K

St. Peter’s Fiesta

June 26, Gloucester

Firecracker 4

July 4, Swampscott

4 Mile

Yankee Homecoming

August 7, Beverly

Run The Goose

September 1, Gloucester 7K

Rowley Poker Run

September 27, Rowley

Witch City

October 19, Salem

Veteran’s Day

November 8, Haverhill

Reindeer Run

December 6, Beverly

COMMUNITY EDUCATION Swim Instructor Mentoring & Certification Course

Ages: 16 years & up Fee: Y Member $250 Community $350 This class is for those who would like to be a Swim Instructor and receive their certification with experience. While co-teaching our own swim classes you will be earning experience as a swim instructor followed by time in the classroom to understand the material and become a fully certified swim instructor. You will receive the following certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen Administration and the Swim Instructor certification. There is an online component to the class so be sure your email is current on our system. STER Tuesday & Thursday 4:00–7:00pm

Ages: 12-15 years Fee: Y Member $80 Community $120 If you are starting your babysitting career and want the “need to know” helpful hints, join this class with Joyce Legan, child development professional, for babysitting basics. Class will be held on Tuesdays in the Arts Studio in the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN November 5-December 20 3:30-5:00pm

VOLUNTEERISM VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Road Race Series Volunteer Duties could include set-up, registration, water stop, split timer, finish line and clean up. Reindeer Run 5K, Beverly, MA Saturday, December 7 10:00am

Front Desk Volunteer

Duties could include greeting guests, answering phones, handing out towels and locker keys.

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.

Administrative Support

Duties could include mailings, data entry, filing, research, marketing and special projects.

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS Y FIT Gets Results YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE

Are you new to working out or looking to boost your same, old 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! Let our fitness experts help you launch and sustain a smart program that brings out your personal best. • Stay on track with on-going support from your Personal Wellness Coach • Track calorie-burning activities and customize workouts and online meal planning • Update your plan as you progress and see results with our innovative MobileFit® technology • Receive one-on-one support on-site, online and on your schedule • Earn points along the way for special prizes! *One-time fee waived for all members for a limited time (a $79 value). To get started on your Y Fit program today, contact any Welcome Center staff. www.northshoreymca.org