A FRESH START TO A NEW YOU Winter Program Session January 4 - February 28 GREATER BEVERLY YMCA
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ADAPTIVE Adaptive Swim Lessons
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.
Adaptive Adventure Challenge
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, Jan. 17 9:00pm-8:00am STER Friday, Feb. 21 9:00pm-8:00am
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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 January 3 China Wok & Swimming January 10 Nicks Roast Beef January 17 Casserole Cooking & Gymnastics January 31 Super Sub & Painting February 7 Big Ball Bowling February 14 Clay Dreaming February 21 Breakfast for Dinner & Sports February 28 Fuddruckers
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
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ARTS, 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
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Artistic & Creative Expressions
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
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) Lesson: Y Member $40 Community $55 (4) 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
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE 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
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
Glee Club*
Open to singers ages 12-18 years Fee: Members $50 Community $65 Sing harmonies once a week and gain the opportunity to perform at various community events on the North Shore! Auditions for the winter and spring sessions will be held from 4-6pm on January 8th at the Salem YMCA and January 9th at the Sterling YMCA. Contact Nicole Leotsakos to sign up for an audition slot at 781.990.7065 leotsakosn@northshoreymca.org. *Spaces are limited for this group
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Baby Broadway
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: Beauty and the Beast
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 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 3:30pm
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
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE 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.
Voice Lessons Vocal Recital
It's time to shine! Private Vocal Lesson Students will be showing off their attained skills at a March 14th performance in the newly renovated Ames Hall! Want to perform? It's not too late. The only pre-requisite is a minimum of one private voice lesson in January, February or March. Performances will be open to the public. For more information regarding enrollment or ticket pricing, please contact Carissa Gerber at gerberc@northshoreymca.org.
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
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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 STE Saturday 10:00m
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
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE STERLING SCHOOL OF DANCE
Foundational Pre-Ballet & Tap
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)
Foundational Ballet, Tap & Intro. to Jazz
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
Foundational Pre Hip Hop/Jazz
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
CHILDREN’S DIVISION Foundational Pre-Ballet
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
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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
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE Foundational Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Hip Hop II
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 Saturday 12:00pm
Boys Crew
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: 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
Seniors
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 (Studio C)
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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.
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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 teacher’s instructions and stay engaged with the class. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 10:45am STER Wednesday 9:45am STER Thursday 9:45am STER Friday 8:45am
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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 3:15pm STER Tuesday 8:45am, 3:15pm STER Wednesday 1:45pm STER Thursday 9:45am STER Friday 9:45am STER Saturday 8:45am
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
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GYMNASTICS 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 3:30pm, 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 Monday 1:45pm STER Tuesday 2:30pm 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
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Mini Bronze
Ages: Fee:
6 years & under 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: Fee:
6 years & under 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: Fee:
6 years & under 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 Gym & Swim
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 35 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 4:00pm Swimming
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GYMNASTICS 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, 4:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Saturday 10:30am
Youth Gymnastics II
Wildcats Bronze - Girls
Ages: Fee:
7-12 years 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 $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 Saturday 10:30am
7-12 years 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
Youth Gymnastics III
Wildcats Gold - Girls
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 child’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
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7-12 years 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
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GYMNASTICS 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 Thursday 6:00pm
Trampoline & Tumbling Tots
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 10:45am 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
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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 4:30pm
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
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GYMNASTICS 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 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 round-off 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 roundoff or standing. The foundation for layouts and twisting will be introduced in this class. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 3:30pm
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
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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 roundoff 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
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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 Erin Frazee, Health and Wellness Director, at frazeee@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
Teen Yoga
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
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Teen Boys Strength Training
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
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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: 11-18 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, January 6 & 20 6:00-7:00pm Mondays, February 3 & 24 6:00-7:00pm
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Youth in Government
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. They’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: January 11 Pre-Leg III: February 8 Conference: March 13 - 15
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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 6 participants and minimum of 4 to ensure proper training and safety. Class length is 60 minutes. TEEN Monday 3:00pm
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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
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SPORTS & RECREATION 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
Y Home School Day
Ages: Fee:
6-12 years 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 there’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
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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/person Community $20/person Four Semi Private: Y Member $50/person Community $70/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
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SPORTS & RECREATION Rock Climbing I
Rock Climbing Personal Instruction
Rock Climbing II
Member $30 Community $40 4 Private Sessions: Member $95 Community $125 Semi Private Session: Member $20/person Community $25/person 4 Semi Private Sessions: Member $55/person Community $75/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.
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 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
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All Ages Private Session:
Valentine’s Day Dance
All Ages Fee: Y Member $15/adult Community $23/adult Y Member $10/child Community $15/child FREE Children 3 and under Bring the munchkin in your family to a night of dancing and celebrating. This formal event will be a special time for all involved to enjoy food, music and company. You will save your photographs from this event for years to come! Register early for this event and make Valentine’s Day special for all involved. For more information or to register, contact Lorigan Sudak at 978.564.3929 STER Saturday, February 8 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Kids Fun Night
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, January10,17, 24, 31 6:30-9:30pm February 28 6:30-9:30pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION YMCA February Vacation Days
Teen Night Dance
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 February 17—21 7:00am-6:00pm
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, January 10, 24 7:00-10:00pm February 7, 28 7:00-10:00pm
Youth Overnights
Middle School Teen Night
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
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, January 4 8:00-10:30pm February 1 8:00pm-10:30pm
Baseline Basketball for Boys
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 League play begins January 16
Baseline Basketball for Girls
Grades: 9-12 (no varsity players) Fee: Y Member $65 Community $98 This girl’s basketball league is for non-varsity basketball players looking to sharpen their basketball skills. The league is games only on Sunday afternoons throughout the winter and early spring. contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or quadej@northshoreymca.org. TEEN League play begins February 8
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SPORTS & RECREATION 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
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.
Ragged Mountain Ski Trips
Grades: 6-12 Fee: $100 - One trip $175 - 2 trips $250 - 3 trips $300 - 4 trips $350 - 5 trips $400 - 6 trips The Beverly YMCA will be running a series of Ski trips to Ragged Mtn. NH this winter. Trips will run Saturdays from January through early February. Please contact Jon Quade, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or quadej@northshoreymca.org. STER: Saturdays, January 4,11,18 & 25 Saturdays February 1 & 8
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SWIMMING Meet & Greet with the Swim Instructors!
Semi-Private Preschool Class
** 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 December 30 3:00pm – 4:00pm
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 4:00pm STE Tuesday 4:00pm STE Thursday 4:35pm STE Saturday 9:45am CAB Saturday 11:45am STE Sunday 10:30am
Parent/Child I
Swim Evaluations for Swim Lessons
Kick off the Winter session with a meet and greet with the Swim Instructors of the Sterling YMCA. Come meet your instructor for the Winter 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.
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
Parent/Child II
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 pre-swimming 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
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
ATTENTION!
Due to swim meets, there will be no classes on the following days:
February 7 after 2:00pm February 8 and 9 all day February 14 in the morning February 15 and 16 all day Classes will be prorated for those days.
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SWIMMING Preschool Swimming I
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 Mon. 9:00am, 4:00pm, 4:35pm, 5:10pm STER Tues. 9:00am, 4:00pm, 4:35pm STER Weds. 9:00am, 4:00pm, 4:35pm, 5:10pm CAB Weds. 10:45am STER Thurs. 9:00am, 4:00pm, 4:35pm, 5:10pm STER Fri. 9:00am, 4:00pm, 4:35pm STER Sat. 9:00am, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am CAB Sat. 9:00am STER Sun. 10:00am
Preschool Swimming II
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. Pre-requisite: able to paddle independently with flotation. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Mon. 9:00am, 4:00pm, 4:35pm, 5:10pm STER Tues. 9:00am, 4:35pm, 5:10pm STER Weds. 9:00am, 4:00pm, 4:35pm, 5:10pm STER Thurs. 9:00am, 4:35pm, 5:10pm STER Fri. 4:00pm, 4:35pm STER Sat. 9:00am, 9:45am, 10:30am, 11:15am CAB Sat. 10:30am STER Sun. 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. Prerequisite: able to swim 15 feet or more without flotation. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:35pm, 5:10pm STER Wednesday 9:30am, 4:00pm; 5:10pm STER Thursday 4:00pm, 5:10pm STER Friday 9:00am, 4:00pm
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 4:15pm STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 4:15pm, 5:15pm STER Thursday 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am
Youth Swimming IB
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 4:15pm, 5:15pm STER Tuesday 5:15pm STER Wednesday 4:15pm STER Thursday 4:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am, 10:00am
Youth Swimming II
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 Monday 5:15pm STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 5:15pm STER Thursday 4:15pm, 5:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm STER Saturday 10:00am
ATTENTION!
Due to swim meets, there will be no classes on the following days:
February 7 after 2:00pm February 8 and 9 all day February 14 in the morning February 15 and 16 all day Classes will be prorated for those days.
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SWIMMING Youth Swimming III
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 5:15pm STER Wednesday 5:15pm STER Thursday 5:15pm STER Saturday 11:00am
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 6:00pm
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 January 18 1:00-2:00pm
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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
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SWIMMING Sharks Bronze Group
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
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
Intro to Synchronized Swimming
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
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.
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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.
ATTENTION!
Due to swim meets, there will be no classes on the following days:
February 7 after 2:00pm February 8 and 9 all day February 14 in the morning February 15 and 16 all day Classes will be prorated for those days.
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING
First time clients only Introductory package, 3 one hour sessions: $136 Personal Training gets results! The Greater Beverly YMCA Personal Trainers are certified professionals with education and experience across many disciplines. Your trainer will customize a fitness plan to fit your needs, budget and schedule. You can schedule just a few sessions with a trainer, train several times a week or just check in periodically.
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.
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!
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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.
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.
Massage
Massage therapy helps you relax, realign 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.
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS 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 1 Session Y Member: $234 Community: $294 3 Sessions Y Member: $376 Community: $476 5 Sessions Y Member: $735 Community: $935 10 Sessions Y Member: $1478 Community: $1871 20 Sessions All Group Personal Fitness (3-5 people): Y Member: $258 Community: $348 3 Sessions Y Member: $386 Community: $536 5 Sessions Y Member: $773 Community: $1073 10 Sessions Y Member: $1544 Community: $2144 20 Sessions Online Personal Fitness: Y Member/Community: $185/8 weeks Facilitated Stretching: Y Member/Community: $30/session
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Please note: Personal Fitness is non -refundable unless documented for medical issues. There is no expiration date for purchased Personal Fitness sessions.
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.
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS GROUP TRAINING PROGRAMS HIIT Spinning Ages: FEE:
18 years & up 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: FEE:
18 years & up 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. Watch for dates and times.
Boot Camp Ages: Fee:
18 years & up
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
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Fitness Training for Fat Loss Ages: Fee:
18 years & up 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: Fee:
18 years & up Y Member FREE 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
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS TRX & Kettlebell Combo Ages: Fee:
18 years & up Y Member FREE 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: Fee:
18 years & up Y Member FREE 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
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Workout 101 Building Workout Programs
Workout for Strength & Stamina Ages: Fee:
18 years & up Y Member $109 Ages: 18 & Up Community $163 Fee: Y Members $30 Designed to reduce body fat, strengthen and Community $40 tone your muscles and stimulate your New to working out on the fitness floor? workout routine, This program will challenge Here is your chance to enjoy a great workout your body to a new fitness level. Workouts while learning all aspects of the fitness floor includes cardio training, drills, weights, strength and cardiovascular equipment. Let physioballs and more. Class length is 60 Health and Wellness Director Erin Frazee minutes. Meets on the Fitness Floor. take you through exercises on Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton. Cardiovascular, Cybex and Kieser Strength STER Tuesday/Thursday equipment, Cables and dumbbells. Learn the 9:00am proper way to warm up, cool down and stretch, and proper fitness floor etiquette. Tabata Circuit Also learn to piece together different types Ages: 18 years & up of workouts so you are confident in what Y Member $81 you will be doing when you enter the fitness Fee: Community $121 center. Class is an 8-week guide to working Tabata Circuit incorporates high intensity out on the fitness floor safely and interval training with a rest period shorter effectively. than the work period. This class targets both STER Friday 9:30am aerobic and anaerobic systems, giving both Fitness Floor athletes and the average exerciser a more efficient, effective workout. A variety of Bosu Core equipment is used to achieve a challenging Ages: 18 years & up and fun workout. Class length is 60 minutes. Fee: Y Member $81 Meets in Studio C. Certified Personal Trainer: Community $121 JoAnna Mooney. The Bosu allows the added element of STER Wednesday 5:15 am balancing on an unstable surface, delivering strength and engaging your core and major Women on Weights muscle groups, for a total body workout. Ages: 18 years & up Class is for all levels, as modifications are Y Member $67 provided for all fitness abilities. Class length Fee: Community $100 is 60 minutes. Meets in Studio B. Certified Get stronger, improve your health and feel Personal Trainer: Lee Benton. more confident with weight training. Weight STER Wednesday 10:00am 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
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Dynamic Strength & Conditioning
Nia
18 years & up Y Members Free Ages: 18 years & up Community $50/session or $10/ Fee: Y Member $81 class Community $121 Nia is a dynamic cardiovascular workout that Mix up your routine with bursts of cardio stimulates and integrates your mind/body/ and intervals of total body strength training spirit and leaves you feeling recharged, circuits that will challenge you to new levels rejuvenated and fully alive. Nia blends dance, of fitness. This class uses body weight, Bosu, martial arts and yoga to create movement stability bars, TRX and weights to enhance that strengthens and conditions the body. overall cardiovascular health and build Each student is encouraged to modify their strength and endurance. Class length is 60 movement, speed and range of motion so all minutes. Meets in Studio C. Certified fitness levels can self-guide their Nia Personal Trainer: JoAnna Mooney. practice to meet their needs. Come join STER Monday 6:15am Certified Nia Instructor Susan Guest for this fun and engaging program with amazing benefits to improve your overall well-being. Zumba Toning Meets in Studio C. Ages: 18 years & up STER Thursday 8:00am Fee: Y Member FREE STER Thursday 6:00pm Community $91 Zumba® Toning raises the bar, or more Pilates appropriately, the toning stick, using Ages: 18 years & up targeted body sculpting exercises and high Fee: Y Member $56 energy cardio work infused with Latin moves. Community $70 Participants learn how to use light weight, Pilates focuses on body alignment and maraca-like toning sticks to enhance rhythm breathing. The exercises cover all the and tone all their target zones, including powerhouse muscle groupsabs, lower back, arms, abs and thighs. Zumba Toning is the shoulders, thights and glutes. All levels perfect way for enthusiasts to sculpt their welcome. Class length is 60 minutes. bodies naturally while having a total blast. Certified Instructor: Diane Velez. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified STER Monday 9:15am 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
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Group Interval Training Ages: Fee:
18 years & up 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 Erin Frazee, Health & Wellness Director, at 978.564-3477 or frazeee@northshoreymca.org for more information.
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SPORTS, RECREATION & SWIMMING Adult Tap
Ages: 18+ Fee: Y Member $97 Community $146 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.
Basic/Intermediate Ballroom Dance Ages: Fee:
18 years & up 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 awardwinning 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
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Advanced Ballroom Dance
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
Aikido
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 self-defense 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
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: Fee:
18 years & up 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
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SPORTS, RECREATION & SWIMMING 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
Aquatics Personal Training
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.
Private Coaching
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 Chris Morgan for one-on-one, indepth analysis of your swimming technique. Coach Morgan 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 Chris Morgan at 978.564.3908 or morganc@northshoreymca.org.
Arthritis Stretch & Flex
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 9:30a
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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Giving back and providing support to our neighbors
COMMUNITY EDUCATION, VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING 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
Y Lifeguard Training
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 February 17— 21 9:00am-4:00pm
Babysitting 101
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 January 7 - February 4 3:30-5:00pm
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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.