program guide
GET A JUMP ON A HEALTHY SUMMER GREATER BEVERLY YMCA Spring I 2013 Programs March 2 - April 26
Y MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS OUR MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS FITNESS CENTER
• Cardio and strength equipment from Cybex, Hammer Strength, LifeFitness, StarTrac, Stairmaster, Jacob’s Ladder, Concept2 and Magnum • TRX/Kettlebells & free weight area • 5 FREE fitness orientations to get you started • BodyMetrix body composition analysis assessment for only $15 • ActivTrax, a web based virtual trainer program that takes the guess work out of your workout
90+ FREE ADULT GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES • Step/Step Circuit • Abs, Core and Strength • Older Adult Classes • Muscle Conditioning • Spinning • Basic Training • Yoga • Zumba • PiYo • FREE Teen Spinning & Yoga • And more!
MULTIPLE SWIMMING POOLS
• Adult lap lanes are always available • Aqua aerobics classes • Open rec and family swim • Pool is handicapped accessible • Outdoor pool (open Memorial Day to Labor Day)
SPACIOUS LOCKER ROOMS
• Men’s and Women’s locker rooms 19 years and up with steam rooms • Boys’ and Girls’ locker rooms 18 years and under • New family locker rooms
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES & BENEFITS • Reduced member rate on all programs • State of the art Gymnastics Center • Rock wall • Multiple gymnasiums • On-site campgrounds • Early Education Center and Teen Center • Dance studio • Ample parking • Art studio
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES & BENEFITS
Everyone belongs at the Y. For information about confidential financial assistance, please call Mary Sholds, Membership Director at 978.564.3911 or sholdsm@northshoreymca.org. Applications are available at northshoreymca.org
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2013 Membership Rates
Adult (24+) 1-Adult Family with children 2-Adults 2-Adult Family with children Young Adult (19-23) Teen Youth
**Membership ***Joiner Fee $52/mo $77 $66/mo $77 $89/mo $97/mo
$99 $99
$31/mo $24/mo $15/mo
$33
* NEW add a third adult to either 2-Adult membership for only $31 more a month. ** Monthly amount is automatically drafted via the YMCA's bank or credit card draft. *** Joiner fee is a one-time fee and the amount may be split into monthly payments with our convenient draft option.
Y ONE DAY GUEST FEES Family Adult (19 & up) Group Exercise Class Adult with Youth Member Teen (14-18) Youth (0-13)
$20.00 $15.00* $10.00** $5.00 $7.00 $4.00
* Allows access to the whole facility. ** Allows entrance to Adult Group Exercise Classes only to non-members. When you join the Greater Beverly YMCA, you have access to all YMCA’s of the North Shore including the Cape Ann Cape Ann YMCA, Ipswich YMCA, Haverhill YMCA, Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA and Salem YMCA.
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Adaptive Art, Theatre & Dance Infant & Toddler Care Preschool School Age Care Gymnastics Health & Wellness Leadership Development / Teens Sports & Recreation Swimming
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HEALTHY LIVING Family Time Health & Wellness Fitness Orientations Personal Services Specialty Fitness Programs Sports & Recreation Swimming Community Education Road Races
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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Volunteerism Giving
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Registering for a program online is easier than ever! • Visit: www.northshoreymca.org • Look for the search box located on each program related page. • Search for programs by keyword, location, program area, age and day of the week. • Add the classes you want to register for into the cart. • Choose checkout, then sign into your account or create a new account. • Assign each program to someone on your membership. • Pay and print your receipt. Refunds & Program Cancellations • The Y reserves the right to cancel a class in the event of insufficient enrollment for which a full refund will be issued. • On-Line Credits : On-line credits will be offered for the remainder of any money paid on programs. The amount refunded will be calculated at the time of the request. Credits will be offered for remaining class sessions, calculated when the request is made. You can request a credit form at the front desk or by contacting the director. • Credit Card or Check Refunds: The Y will issue a credit card or check refund: - If, for any reason, the Y cancels a class, participants will be offered the option for refund for that cancelled class. - If a participant cancels their registration prior to the start of the program session, - For classes missed due to illness (a doctor’s note is required) or, if you are not 100% satisfied with your class experience.
Spring I 2013
• Refunds will be offered for remaining class sessions and calculated when the request is made. You can request a refund form at the front desk or by contacting the director.
• Members Currently Enrolled Friday, February 15 - 7:30am
Wait List Policy If a program is full, you may be placed on the waitlist. You will make no payment at that time and will be contacted by a program director if we are able to add you into the program. Please make sure that we have your correct address, email and phone number on file for notification.
March 2 - April 26
• All Members Tuesday, February 19 - 7:30am • Open To Community Tuesday, February 26 - 7:30am
Prorating The Y will prorate a program registration only after the second week of the start of the session (two missed classes).
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Hours of Operation
CONTACT US
Sterling YMCA Facility Hours
Judith Cronin Executive Director croninj@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3901
Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday
5:00am-10:00pm 6:00am-8:00pm 7:00am-8:00pm
Cabot YMCA Facility Hours Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
6:30am-8:00pm 6:30am-7:00pm 8:00am-2:00pm Closed
Program Locations CAB: Cabot Street YMCA 245 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 978.922.0990 CEC: Sterling YMCA Children’s Enrichment Center 254 Essex Street, Beverly, MA 978.927.6855 MCP: McPherson Youth Center 4 McPherson Drive, Beverly, MA 978.921.6061 STER: Sterling YMCA 254 Essex Street, Beverly, MA 978.927.6855
TEEN: Douglas Stephens Teen Center 254 Essex Street, Beverly, MA 978.927.6855 HAN: Hannah Field 41 R Brimbal Avenue, Beverly, MA DANE: Dane Street Beach Lothrop Street, Beverly, MA
Rob Hunt Associate Executive Director huntr@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3902 Kira E. Collins Aquatics Director collinsk@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3906 Lisa Dunbar Link Sterling Associate Early Education Director dunbarlinkl@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3485 Jeanee Gonet Associate Gymnastics Director gonetj@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3916 Mary Ellen Mayo Youth Services Director mayom@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3928 Cyndi Marchand Director of Early Education marchandc@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3475 Carol Meyer Associate Director of Aquatics and Competitive Swim meyerc@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3904 John Ogden Regional Director of Aquatics and Competitive Swim ogdenj@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3908
LYNCH: Lynch Park Ober Street, Beverly, MA
Jon Powers Teen Director powersj@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3481
SAL: Salem YMCA One Sewall Street Salem, MA
Mary Sholds Senior Membership Director sholdsm@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3911 Casey Sudak Sports and Adventure Director sudakc@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3482 Lorigan Sudak Youth, Family & Camp Director sudakl@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3929
Bay State Physical Therapy is located inside the Sterling Center YMCA with convenient office hours Monday-Friday from 7:00am-7:00pm. The office is staffed with fully Licensed Physical Therapists specializing in manual orthopedic treatments and sports medicine. Expect to get cutting edge care from leading clinicans here! Stop by or call Bay State Physical Therapy today and start feeling better tomorrow: 978.338.5688.
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Eva Van Ness Gymnastics Director and Head Coach vannesse@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3903 Andrew Walker Health & Wellness Director walkera@northshoreymca.org • 978.564.3486
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
Adaptive Out and About
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.
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 develop 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 in boot camp. In this program 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. There will be no class March 19. CAB Tuesday 3:00pm
Ages: 16-24 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Get out and try new things! This program brings individuals together to enjoy recreational events such as bowling, dinner, sporting events, movies and other entertainment. Participants may wish to bring additional spending money. STER Friday 6:15-9:00pm March 8 Lasagna & Salad Dinner March 15 Monster Mini Golf March 22 Super Sub & Gymnastics March 29 Gloucester Cinema April 5 China Wok & Swimming April 12 Bonkers April 19 Pizza & Swimming April 26 Nicks Roast Beef & Top it Your Way Fro Yo Bar
Adaptive Family Day
Ages: All Ages Fee: Y Member $15/family Community $15/family Spend a day at the Y having fun with your family and meeting other families involved in special needs including emotional, behavioral, physical and/or cognitive disabilities. We’ll have open access to our swimming pool and gymnastics center. Pre-registration is required no later than Wednesday, March 20. Schedule for the day is as follows: 12:15-1:15pm Swimming 1:30-2:00pm Pizza 2:00-3:00pm Gymnastics Contact Lorigan Sudak, Youth, Family & Camp Director, at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org for more information. STER Saturday, March 23 12:15-3:00pm
Adaptive Sleeping Bags, Etc.
Ages: 16-24 years Fee: Y Member $65/night Community $95/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, while giving their loved ones a break to have a night out. STER Friday, March 15 9:15pm-8:00am STER Friday, April 19 9:15pm-8:00am
Adaptive Adult Bowling
Ages: 22 years and up Fee: Member $80 Community $120 This program provides opportunities for adults with disabilities to bowl and socialize with their peers. Beverly Bowl-O-Mat
Wednesday
4:00pm
ART, THEATRE & DANCE Explore the Arts
Ages: 2-5 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $120 Experience the joy of creating music, drama and art together in this creative class with your child! Play instruments, read and act out stories and do fun arts & crafts projects. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Sunday 9:00am
Mini Magic Musicals: Cinderella
Ages: 4-7 years Fee: Y Member $98 Community $147 Your dramatic young star will shine on stage in a mini stage production. In this class, children develop stage presence, confidence and basic theatre knowledge as they learn and rehearse songs and scenes. The class culminates in a performance for friends and family. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Sunday 10:00am
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Lego Club
Drum Set Private Lessons
Duct Tape Art & Design
Teen Rock Band Workshop
Ages: 7-10 years Fee: Y Member $54 Community $81 Flex those creative and mental muscles with the always fun and challenging toy - Legos! In this class children will use legos to free build and participate in build and design challenges while socializing with peers. Look forward to some fun take-home projects. TEEN Wednesday 3:30pm
Ages: 8-11 years Fee: Y Member $54 Community $81 Learn how to construct individual pieces of duct tape art, apparel and accessories. Under the instruction of professional duct tape artist Mike “Duct Tape” Milan, in this program participants can create rings, bracelets, wallets, hats, bags, shoes or even armor - the projects and possibilities are endless. Materials will be provided for small weekly projects, but materials must be supplied from home for large individual projects. Class meets in the Art Studio at the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN Thursday 3:30pm
Teen Artist Studio
Ages: 11-18 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Let your inner artist run wild! In this program teens will experience an art studio-based setting where their ideas can come alive through visual art. Teens will work as artists in a supportive community of their peers where they can interact and receive feedback, even create collaborative works. Class length is two hours. Contact Jon Powers, Teen Director at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org for more information. MCP Thursday 6:30pm
Teen Cooking Class
Ages: 11-18 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Get hands-on experience in the kitchen while learning a variety of cooking techniques, knife skills, kitchen and food safety and healthy eating. Teens will explore different cultures through food and discover the benefits of preparing their own meal. Class length is two hours. Contact Jon Powers, Teen Director at 978.564.3481 or powersj@ northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN Monday 6:30pm
Guitar Private Lessons
Ages: 8-18 years Fee: Y Member $30/hour Community $45/hour Private guitar lessons are back at the Y! Our resident experts will help boys and girls learn basic to advance skills and music reading based upon the individual. Do not let the lack of instruments stop you from participating; the Y has you covered! Contact Jon Powers, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN By appointment
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Ages: 8-18 years Fee: Y Member $30/hour Community: $45/hour Learn basic to advance drum skills based on your level. The Y has the instruments covered, unless you want to bring your own! Contact Jon Powers, Teen Director at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org for more information. MCP By appointment
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. Musical instruments are supplied but you are encouraged to bring your own. Contact Jon Powers, Teen Director at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org for more information. MCP Monday 7:00-8:00pm
Y Theatre Company
For more information anout the Y Theatre Company contact Nicole Leotsakos, Performing Arts Director at 978.564.3945 or leotsakosn@northshoreymca.org
THE LITTLE MERMAId AUdITIONS Presented by the Y Theatre Company
Auditions are for children ages 6 and up. Performances will take place May 17-19 and May 24-26. Auditions: March 8 4:00-6:00pm at the Salem YMCA March 9 2:00-4:00pm at the Sterling YMCA March 10 12:00-2:00pm at the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA Callbacks: March 12 4:00-6:00pm at the Salem YMCA
The Little Mermaid Audition Workshop
Ages: Grades 6-12 Fee: Y Member $20 Community $35 Hone your audition skills as a performer and learn the key secrets to a successful audition. YMCA Theatre Company directors give oneon-one feedback, and just in time for our Spring Musical audition! Great for first time auditioners to have a practice run and great for returning actors to take their audition to the next level. SALY Tuesday, March 5 4:00-6:00pm
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen S.T.A.G.E.: The Pre-Show
Ages: Grades 3-5 Fee: 1 Show Y Member $55/each Community $75/each 6 Shows Y Member $35/each Community $55/each Connect with other kids who are interested in the world of theatre, just like you! Attend local theatre productions, meet to debrief the shows and learn about costume design, directing, acting and music through the conversation. Class meets that same day following the performance. Registration is done on a month to month basis and includes admission ticket to the performance and the class discussion.
S.T.A.G.E.: Intermission
Ages: Grades 6-8 Fee: 1 Show Y Member $55/each Community $75/each 6 Shows Y Member $35/each Community $55/each Grow your love of theatre! Attend local theatre productions, meet to debrief the shows and learn about costume design, directing, acting and music through the conversation. Class meets that same day following the performance. Registration is done on a month to month basis and includes admission ticket to the performance and the class discussion.
S.T.A.G.E.
Ages: Grades 9-12 Fee: 1 Show Y Member $55/each Community $75/each 6 Shows Y Member $35/each Community $55/each Cultivate your love of theatre and get a scoop on the Y Theatre Company! Attend local theatre productions, meet to debrief the shows and learn about costume design, directing, acting and music through the conversation. Class meets that same day following the performance. Registration is done on a month to month basis and includes admission ticket to the performance and the class discussion.
Acting & Voice Private Lessons
Ages: All Ages Fee: Varies (1) 45 Minute Lesson: Y Member $45 Community $70 (4) 45 Minute Lessons: Y Member $160 Community $235 Private acting and voice lessons provide personal attention to a young performer. Advance performance techniques, as well as audition and performance confidence. Arrange by appointment, with times and locations catered to participant and instructor schedules. Schedule individual lessons or register for a four lesson package. Contact Jasmine Meyers at meyersj@northshoreymca.org for more information.
Improv Troupe
Ages: 12-16 years Fee: Y Member $80 Community $96 Strengthen your acting talent with imrpov skills. This is an awesome opportunity to be part of a brand new Improv Troupe and learn how to be spontaneous and perform on the fly. Taught by local professional Improv actors. SAL Wednesday 6:00-8:00pm
Intro to Screenwriting & Pre-Production Ages: 10-15 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $90 Learn what it takes to create a script for TV or Film. This program will give you a basic understanding of the elements it takes to write a script. Dive into plot, characters, dialogue and more. Get a chance to hear your script read out loud and see it on film by working with fellow SAYmedia actors and film producers. Instructor Dan Black. SALY Tuesday 4:30-6:00pm
Intro to Film Production
Ages: 10-15 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $90 Now is your chance to get behind the camera and see your creative ideas come to life. Learn about filming, editing, lights, sound and more. Work with live actors and new screenwriters to gain hands on experience as a film producer. Instructor Anders Johnson. SALY Wednesday 4:30-6:00pm
Intro to Acting for TV & Film
Ages: 10-15 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $90 Dream of seeing your name in a star on Hollywood Boulevard? This class will coach you on the ins and outs of acting in front of the camera. Learn how it is different than stage acting and what techniques are required for this performance medium. Work with SAYmedia screenwriters and producers to create a unique film, staring you! Instructor Eric Vennerbeck. SALY Monday 5:00-6:30pm
Twinkle Toes
Age: 2.5-3.5 years Fee: Y Member $97 Community $146 This is a 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 Tuesday 9:30am STER Thursday 9:30am
Story Time Ballet
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $107 Community $161 A dance class exploring and dancing to The Nutcracker. 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 STER Thursday 10:15am
Creative Ballet
Ages: 3.5-5 years Fee: Y Member $102 Community $153 Creative ballet develops coordination, rhythm and body control and teaches ballet vocabulary, postures and active listening. Class length is 45 minutes. It is recommended that students wear dance tights and leotards. STER Tuesday 10:00am, 12:15pm, 1:15pm
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Mini Hip Hop
Ages: 5-7 years Fee: Y Member $102 Community $153 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 Thursday 3:30pm STER Friday 4:30pm
Youth Hip Hop
Ages: 7-10 years Fee: Y Member $80 Community $120 This is where your hip hop dance experience begins! 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. Wear exercise attire and clean sneakers. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:30pm
Private Dance Lessons
Ages: 5-16 years Fee (Private Lessons): 1 Lesson Y Member $40 Community $60 3 Lessons Y Member $100 Community $150 Fee (Semi-Private Lessons, two students): 1 Lesson Y Member $30/student Community $90/student 3 Lessons Y Member $75/student Community $113/student Private dance lessons take place in our dance studio and available for children, dancers, gymnasts and adults of all levels. All private lessons are 45 minutes. Contact Lorigan Sudak, Youth, Family & Camp Director at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org for more information.
INFANT & TODDLER CARE For information on infant, toddler care, please contact Cyndi Marchand, Early Education Director at 978.564.3475 or marchandc@northshoreymca.org
Infant
Ages: 6 weeks - 15 months Y infant programs provide a nurturing, wholesome environment where your child will begin to discover the world. Our low child to staff ratios allow your child to receive loving care and attention. Staff create individualized schedules, to meet each child’s needs. Parents receive daily communication from teachers. The infant room is divided into two age-appropriate sections and is a “shoe-free” environment. Curriculum includes story time, communicating needs, self-help skills, sensory exploration,creative arts, fine and large motor skill work. Enrichment opportunities include sign language and stroller walks outside.
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Toddler
Ages: 15 months - 2 years 9 months Y Toddler programs provide a safe, nurturing environment in which children can learn to communicate, cooperate and care about each other. Our low child to staff ratios ensure your child will receive individualized loving care and attention. Toddlers have scheduled and open activity time so they may learn from a group and discover independently, all under the supervision of our knowledgeable teachers. Curriculum includes story time, language skills, self-help skills, sensory exploration, mathematics and classification, creative arts, science and exploration and social and emotional development. Enrichment opportunities include gymnastics, sign language and large motor opportunities outside and in the gym.
PRESCHOOL For information on preschool, please contact Cyndi Marchand, Early Education Director at 978.564.3475 or marchandc@northshoreymca.org
Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness
Ages: 2 years 9 months - 5 years Fee: Varies Y Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness programs provide a safe, wholesome environment in which children can learn to communicate, cooperate and care about each other. Our low child-to-staff ratios give your preschooler one-on-one interaction with teachers. For your convenience we offer two program options: a full day program and Preschool Enrichment, a morning program (available at Sterling only). Curriculum includes literacy, language arts, sensory exploration, counting, measurements and patterns, creative arts, science and exploration and social and emotional development. Enrichment opportunities include gymnastics, swimming, music and sports.
SCHOOL AGE CARE Kindergarten Enrichment
Ages: Grade K Fee: Varies Whether your child attends a public or private school, making the move to kindergarten is a big transition. The Kindergarten Enrichment program helps them take the first step towards elementary school, while providing a safe place to be after school. The Y provides after school care with pick-up from Beverly Public elementary schools at morning kindergarten dismissal. Curriculum includes literacy, language arts, sensory exploration, counting, measurements and patterns, creative arts, science and exploration and social and emotional development. Enrichment opportunities include gymnastics, swimming, music and sports. For more information, please contact Cyndi Marchand, Early Education Director at 978.564.3475 or stonec@northshoreymca.org STER ENRICHMENT CENTER
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Y After School Program
Parent & Tot Gym II
Y After the Bell
Teeny Tiny Tumblers
Ages: Grades K (Full Day)-Grade 5 Fee: Varies Y After School programs help children develop self confidence, interpersonal relationships, positive values, academic achievement and lasting friendships. All programs are licensed by the State of Massachusetts, Department of Early Education and Care. And with caring, qualified staff, your children couldn’t be in better hands! Our school-age curriculum focuses on arts & humanities, character development, health and wellness, homework, literacy, science and technology, social competence and conflict resolution. To accomplish this, we service all elementary schools in Beverly. Please contact Mary Ellen Mayo, Youth Services Director at 978.564.3928 or mayom@northshoreymca.org for more information.
Ages: Grades 6-8 Fee: Varies After the Bell is a complete middle school-aged appropriate program, allowing for the security and supervision required by working parents and the fun, flexibility and popular interest demanded by middle school aged students. The After the Bell after school program is focused on providing quality supervision and enrichment during the key hours between the end of school and when parents return home from work. Our After the Bell program provides the convenience of a licensed and safe transportation in a Beverly Public School bus departing from Briscoe Middle School to the Douglas Stephens Teen Center each day. Transportation to offsite full day field trips is also included. Please contact Mary Ellen Mayo, Youth Services Director at 978.564.3928 or mayom@northshoreymca.org for more information.
GYMNASTICS Parent & Child Gymnastics Play Group
Ages: 0-6 years Fee: Y Member $60 Community $89 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 $85 Community $128 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 Monday 10:45am STER Tuesday 9:45am STER Friday 9:45am STER Saturday 8:45am
Ages: 19-24 months Fee: Y Member $85 Community $128 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 Monday 10:45am STER Tuesday 9:45am STER Friday 9:45am STER Saturday 8:45am
Ages: 2-3 years with parent Fee: Y Member $94 Community $141 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 Monday 9:45am STER Tuesday 10:45am STER Wednesday 9:45am STER Thursday 9:45am STER Friday 8:45am
Tiny Tumblers
Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $96 Community $144 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 8:45am, 3:15pm STER Tuesday 9:45am, 3:15pm STER Wednesday 1:45pm STER Thursday 9:45am, 3:15pm STER Friday 9:45am, 11:45am
Kinder Gym & Swim
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $128 Community $192 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 Gymnastics 9:45am Swimming STER Wednesday 9:00am Swimming 9:45am Gymnastics
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Kinder Gym I
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $96 Community $144 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, 10:45am,1:45pm STER Tuesday 10:45am STER Wednesday 8:45am STER Thursday 8:45am STER Friday 8:45am, 10:45am STER Saturday 8:45am, 9:45am
Kinder Gym I Extended
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $104 Community $156 Kinder Gym I Extended is 15 more minutes of gymnastics. This class develops balance, coordination, strength and motor skills. Children will be introduced to the basics of stretching, gymnastics skills and strength exercises in a fun and safe environment. 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 $96 Community $144 Kinder Gym II is for children who have completed Kinder Gym I and are ready to develop more advanced gymnastics skills. In this class children use equipment such as the TumbleTrak, vault, beam and bars. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 8:45am STER Wednesday 1:45pm STER Friday 11:45am STER Saturday 9:45am
Kinder Gym II Extended
Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $104 Community $156 Kinder Gym II Extended is 15 more minutes of gymnastics. After completing Kinder Gym I, participants are ready to develop more advanced gymnastics skills. In this class 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 10:45am
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Kinder Gym III
Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $104 Community $156 Kinder Gym III is for children who have completed Kinder Gym I and II and are ready to develop more advanced gymnastics skills. In this class 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 Wednesday 4:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm STER Saturday 9:45am
Mini Bronze
Ages: 6 years and under Fee: Y Member $162/3 months Community $243/3 months This class is specifically designed to help your mini gymnast focus on reaching the completive level of 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 Saturday 9:45am
Mini Silver
Ages: 6 years and under Fee: Y Member $192/3 months Community $288/3 months Once your child has mastered mini bronze they are ready for mini silver! This class is 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 90 minutes.
Mini Gold
Ages: 6 years and under Fee: Y Member $192/3 months Community $288/3 months Once your child has mastered mini silver they are ready for mini gold! This class is specifically designed to help prepare your child to move 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. Class length is 90 minutes.
Youth Gym & Swim
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $128 Community $192 If your child loves gymnastics and swimming, then Youth Gym & Swim was designed for them! Gymnastics will get their hearts pumping for 40 minutes, then the instructor will escort them to the pool for their 45 minute swim lesson. Parents should pick up participants from the pool area. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Monday 3:15pm Gymnastics 4:15pm Swimming
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Youth Gymnastics I
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 This beginner class introduces the basics of stretching, gymnastics skills and strength exercises. Basic skills will be introduced on the vault, bars, beam and floor to develop body awareness and coordination. TumbleTrak, the foam pit and the trampoline will also be explored. This beginner class builds the confidence necessary in the sport of gymnastics. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 3:30pm, 4:30pm* STER Wednesday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Saturday 10:45am * This class is inclusive. Children with special needs are encouraged to register and participate.
Youth Gymnastics II
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 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 including the events of vault, bars, beam and floor. TumbleTrak, the foam pit and the trampoline will be explored. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Tuesday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 5:00pm STER Saturday 10:45am, 12:00pm
Youth Gymnastics III
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $128 Community $192 Perfect for advanced students who have completed all of the skills in Gymnastics II. Instructor recommendation required. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Wednesday 4:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm STER Saturday 10:45am
Wildcats Bronze - Girls
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $192/3 months Community $288/3 months This class is specifically designed to help your gymnast focus on reaching the competitive level of 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 3:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm STER Saturday 8:45am, 12:00pm
Wildcats Silver - Girls
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $192/3 months Community $288/3 months Once your child has mastered Wildcats Bronze they are ready for Wildcats Silver! This class is 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 90 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:30pm STER Wednesday 4:30pm STER Thursday 5:15pm STER Saturday 10:45am
Wildcats Gold - Girls
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $192/3 months Community $288/3 monthss Once your child has mastered Wildcats Silver they are ready for Wildcats Gold! This class is specifically designed to help prepare your child to move 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. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:30pm
WILdCATS GYMNASTICS Our Wildcats Gymnastics Team strives to train, teach and motivate children to achieve their potential in competitive gymnastics. Our nationally-ranked program consists of USAG levels 4-9 and Prep Optional. Gymnasts compete in local, state, regional and national Y and USAG championships. Please visit www.northshoreymca.org or contact Gymnastics Director, Eva Van Ness at 978.564.3903 or vannesse@northshoreymca.org for more information.
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Teen Gymnastics I
Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 This beginner class is geared specifically for teens! Learn the basics of stretching, gymnastics skills and strength exercises. Body awareness and coordination will be developed using vault, bars, beam and floor. Participants will also build confidence and the foundation to participate in the sport of gymnastics. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Monday 6:00pm
Teen Gymnastics II
Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Once your teen has mastered the skills introduced in Teen Gymnastics I, it is time for Teen Gymnastics II! In this program, perfect previously learned skills and be further challenged by new and exciting skills. Your teen will explore the events of vault, bars, beam and floor while increasing confidence and strength. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Thursday 5:30pm
Teen Gymnastics III
Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $128 Community $192 Once your teen has mastered the skills introduced in Teen Gymnastics II, this advancement will help progress their skills to the next step in the world of gymnastics. Instructor recommendation required. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Thursday 6:30pm
Trampoline & Tumbling Tots
Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $96 Community $144 This class is designed for those children who want to explore the wonderful world of T&T. The trampoline, TumbleTrak, foam pit and floor will be used to develop basic T&T skills such as rolls, cartwheels, handstands, seat drops, tucks, straddles and pike jumps. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 9:45am STER Tuesday 10:45am STER Wednesday 8:45am STER Thursday 10:45am
Kinder Trampoline & Tumbling I
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Members $96 Community $144 Kinder T&T I is the introductory Trampoline and Tumbling class for both boys and girls. In this program children will be introduced to the basics of stretching, trampoline and tumbling skills and strength exercises in a safe, exciting environment. Children will develop strength, agility, coordination and confidence. Trampoline also increases cognitive skill development in young children. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 9:45am, 3:30pm STER Thursday 9:45am STER Friday 3:30pm
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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 STER Thursday 10:45am
Youth Trampoline & Tumbling I
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Youth T&T 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 Monday 3:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm STER Thursday 3:30pm, 4:30pm STER Saturday 10:45am
Youth Trampoline & Tumbling II
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $128 Community $192 Once your child has mastered the skills introduced in Youth T&T I, it is time for Youth T&T II! In this program your child will perfect previously learned skills and be further challenged by new and exciting skills. Class length is 90 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Saturday 12:00pm
Youth Trampoline & Tumbling III
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $128 Community $192 Once your child has mastered the skills in Youth T&T level II, it is time for Youth T&T III! In this class your child will perfect previously learned skills and be further challenged by new and exciting skills. Class length is 90 minutes. Instructor recommendation required. STER Wednesday 4:30pm
Teen Trampoline & Tumbling I
Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Teen T&T I is an introductory class to the gymnastics discipline of Trampoline & Tumbling. In this program your teen will be introduced to the basics of stretching, trampoline and tumbling skills, strength exercises and body positions in a safe and exciting environment. Teens will gain strength, coordination and confidence. This class provides the necessary foundation for anyone who wants to continue in the sport of T&T. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Wednesday 3:30pm
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Wildcats Trampoline & Tumbling Pre-Team
Our trampoline and tumbling team strives to train, teach and motivate children to achieve their potential in competitive T&T. Our program consists of USAG T&T levels 5 and up. Athletes will compete in local, state and regional championships. For more information or an evaluation, please contact Jeanee Gonet, Associate Gymnastics Director at 978.564.3916 or gonetj@northshoreymca.org
Little Cheer Squirts
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Members $96 Community $144 This class introduces basic tumbling, dance and jump techniques specifically designed for your 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 2:30pm
Youth Cheer Tumble
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 This class, designed specifically for cheerleaders, will focus on necessary tumbling skills, proper technique, strength and flexibility. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:30pm STER Wednesday 3:30pm STER Thursday 4:30pm
Youth Cheer Stars
Ages: 7-12 years Fee: Y Member $110 Community $163 This class is for the advanced cheerleader. Students must be able to do a round-off back handspring or standing back-handspring without a spot. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Tuesday 5:30pm
Teen Cheer Tumble
Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Our Cheer Tumble class teaches beginner to advanced tumbling sequences to boys and girls. This class teaches participants to maximize their potential on the cheer floor. Class lengths is 60 minutes. STER Wednesday 5:30pm STER Saturday 12:00pm
Back Handspring Mania
Ages: 7 years and up Fee: Y Member $105 Community $158 Our back handspring class is designed for children to safely learn how to do back handsprings through increasing strength, flexibility and power. This class is perfect for gymnasts and cheerleaders looking to advance their skills. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Monday 4:30pm STER Friday 3:30pm STER Saturday 12:00pm
Cheer Tumble Drop-in
Ages: 7 years and up Fee: Y Members $15 Community $20 This program is specifically designed for cheerleaders who are looking to perfect and learn new tumbling skills. Each class begins with a warm-up and stretch followed by drills, circuits and stations. This class requires no pre-registration or session commitment. You are invited to drop-in on a weekly basis or monthly basis depending on your schedule! Class length is 90 minutes. STER Tuesday 5:30pm
HEALTH & WELLNESS
KIdS GET FIT-TASTIC AT THE Y FIT-tastic Kids is a program developed by the YMCA of the North Shore to teach kids ages 8 to 14 how to eat a healthier diet and increase daily physical activity. In this program participants will learn how to make healthy food choices, bring home recipes and ideas to their families to continue healthy lifestyle habits at home and find ways to get moving throughout the day. The goal is for both kids and their families to be FIT-tastic together. FIT-tastic Kids offers flexible scheduling for each family to begin at any time. An 8-week Y youth membership is included when participating in this program. FIT-tastic Kids is free for participants and their families because of the generosity of donors and grantors.
Teen Cardio Kickboxing
Ages: 11 years and up Fee: Y Member $66 Community $98 This is a fun, non-contact aerobic workout that combines techniques of martial arts with fun music and high energy aerobic moves. Teens will improve balance, strength, focus and cardiovascular endurance. This full body workout will get you in great shape and teach you one of the hottest new ways to stay in shape in the industry today. Class length is 60 minutes and includes strength and flexibility segments. STER Tuesday 4:00pm
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teeN teen Teen Spinning
Ages: 11 years and up Fee: Y Member Free Community $98 During this class our instructor leads you through a motivating bicycling experience that simulates an outdoor ride. Bring water, small towel, and lots of energy. Includes training on bike set up, safety guidelines, warm up, cool down and flexibility. Must wear cycle shoes or cross trainers. No skate shoes. Please note that registration is required for this free eight week program. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Thursday 4:30pm
Teen Yoga
Ages: 11 years and up Fee: Y Member Free Community $98 Learn the cultures of yoga, breathing and postures to keep you happy and strong. Start your yoga journey in this fun and easy to follow yoga class. Please note that registration is required for this free eight week program. Certified Yoga Instructor: Connie Sarelis STER Wednesday 4:30pm Studio C
Teen Boys Strength Training
Ages: 11 years and up Fee: Y Member $66 Community $98 Get strong and get fit. Learn about proper lifting techniques, weight training guidelines, and how to perform sets and reps safely and effectively. Class uses free weights, TRX Training, body weight training and will familiarize you with the strength equipment available on the fitness floor. Class lengths is 60 minutes. Instructor: M.ED Tony Altieri. STER Thursday 4:00pm Fitness Floor
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT/ TEENS Myles McPherson Youth Center
4 McPherson Drive Beverly, MA 01915 978.921.6061 The McPherson Youth Center is an amazing place for boys and girls in middle school and high school. Our center offers youth and teens a safe and fun place to hang out, shoot some pool, use the computer lab, play videos games, get in a game of air hockey, and participate in programs, leagues and much more! For information about the McPherson Youth Center, teen program and ways you can help out please contact Jon Powers, Teen Director, 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org MCP Monday-Friday 3:00-8:00pm (6:00pm close on Teen Dance Fridays) MCP Saturday 12:00-8:00pm
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Myles McPherson Teen Leader’s Club
Ages: 11-18 years The McPherson Youth Center is looking for a group of teens to step up and be the future of our city! Teens will have two meetings a month, take part in discussions that directly effect the teen population in Beverly, community service projects, field trips and opportunities to meet locally, regionally and nationally with other teen leader groups. There are requirements to be apart of this opportunity club. Please contact Jon Powers, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org for more information. MCP Mondays, March 4, 18; April 1, 15 6:00-7:00pm
Youth in Government
Ages: 12-18 years Youth in Government is a youth-led, experiential learning opportunity that involves high school and middle school students. In this nation-wide program, youth leaders act as legislators, judges, cabinet members and members of the press. The Y Youth in Government Conference will be held in Boston in March 2013. Please contact Jon Powers, Teen Director at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca. org about fees and for more information. MCP Thursdays, March 28; April 11, 25 7:00-8:00pm Conference: March 14-18
SPORTS & RECREATION Parent & Child Mini Sports Mania
Ages: 2.5-3 years Fee: Y Member $45 Community $68 Try some sports with your child! Activities will focus on basic sports skills. Kids will learn jumping, running and sports specific skills. Kids also learn intellectual and social skills such as listening and following directions, improve motor skill development and build confidence. TEEN Wednesday 9:00am
Mini Sports & Craft Mania
Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $60 Community $90 Mini Sports & Craft Mania will introduce children to sports including soccer, basketball, tee ball and basic running and jumping techniques. After 30 minutes of sports, your child will receive 30 minutes of crafts/art activity. TEEN Thursday 9:45am
Pee Wee Sports Mania
Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $63 Community $94 In Pee Wee Sports Mania, children sample a variety of basic sports skills, build self-confidence and have fun. The Y’s Pee Wee Sports Mania features sports the Y has to offer in a fun atmosphere. 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
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Pee Wee Rock Climbing
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $96 Community $145 Pee Wee rock climbing class introduces children to the exciting world of climbing. In this class children become familiar with climbing equipment. Instructors and parents work together to assist in climbing. Maximum capacity of 8 participants and minimum of 4 to ensure proper training and safety. Class length is 60 minutes. Contact Phil Bailey at baileyp@northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN Monday 3:00pm TEEN Friday 10:00am
Pee Wee T-Ball
Ages: 4-5 years Fee: Y Member $77 Community $115 Join the fun in the Y T-Ball League. Games will be held outdoors at Lynch Park weather permitting. In the case of inclement weather, games will be moved indoors to the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. Teams will practice for a half hour and then play a game against one of the other teams. Contact Ashley Aldred, Pee Wee Sports Coordinator at aldreda@northshoreymca.org for more information or to volunteer as a team coach. Lynch Park Saturdays
Sports Splash!
Ages: 4-5 years Fee: Y Member $125 Community $188 Who wants to work up a sweat before cooling off in the pool? Drop your child off at the Sterling YMCA for a 40 minute sports class, followed by a 45 minute swim lesson. Participants should be dropped off for the sports class in their swim suit. Parents should pick up participants at the pool at 10:45am. STER Friday 9:15am Sports 10:00am Swimming
Mini Sports Mania
Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $63 Community $94 Mini Sports Mania will help every child refine sports skills in soccer, basketball, tee ball, and basic running and jumping techniques. Classes will focus on running, jumping, dribbling, passing catching and hitting while they participate in fun group games along with the teaching grids. Class length is 45 minutes. TEEN Tuesday 3:15pm TEEN Thursday 4:00pm
Youth Basketball I
Ages: 7-9 years, Co-ed Fee: Y Member $63 Community $94 Kids have fun, develop good discipline and physical conditioning in Y Basketball. During the class we will work on 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 Tuesday 4:00pm
Youth Basketball II
Ages: 10-13 years, Co-ed Fee: Y Member $63 Community $94 Kids have fun, develop good discipline and physical conditioning in Y Basketball. During the class we will work on intermediate skills, drills and rules of the game. More focus will be placed on scrimmaging. Class length is 45 minutes. TEEN Thursday 3:15pm
Kids Fun Night
Ages: 6-11 years Fee: Y Member $35 Community $50 Go ahead and take a night for yourself. Drop your kids off on Friday nights at the Y for an evening that includes 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, March 8,15, 22; April 5, 12, 26 6:00-9:00pm
Kids Fun Night Sleepover
Ages: 6-11 years Fee: Y Member $35 Community $50 After Kids Fun Night on Friday, April 26, have a sleepover at the Y and have even more fun with open gymnastics and rock wall climbing after hours in our Teen Center. Watch a movie with snacks to wind the night down and then it’s lights out! This event needs at least 12 participants to run, so let the Kids Fun Night staff know ahead time if you will be attending. This fee covers the regular Kids Fun Night from 6:00-9:00pm and the sleepover. Contact Lorigan Sudak, Youth, Family & Camp Director at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org for more information. STER Friday, April 26 9:00pm-7:45am
April Vacation Days
Ages: Grades 1-5 Fee: Y Member $55/day Community $83/day Enroll your child in a full day program at the Y. 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. Pre-registration is required one week in advance directly through Lorigan Sudak, Youth, Family & Camp Director, who can be reached at 978.564.3929 or sudakl@northshoreymca.org STER April 15-19 7:00am-6:00pm
Youth Overnights at the Y
Ages: 6-12 years Fee: Y Member $50/child Sign your kids up for an overnight at the Greater Beverly YMCA! With the night including recreational swimming, open gymnastics in our gymnastics center, rock wall climbing and a movie projected on our Teen Center wall (while snug in your sleeping bags), this event is a great way for the kids (and chaperones) to have fun. A signed contract and waiver forms are needed prior to the overnight date. Chaperones are required. 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
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teeN Y Home School Day
Ages: 6-13 years Fee: Y Member $150/session Community $225/session Give your children opportunities to develop physical skills, improve their fitness and socialize with peers. On Thursdays from 9:30am2:00pm 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
NERF Blasters
Ages: 6-14 years Fee: Y Member $75 Community $114 Run, duck, dodge, crawl and evade opponents in NERF blasters. In this class children will play games and participate in obstacle courses, relay races and team competitions in a safe, fun environment. Children are encouraged to bring their own NERF toys. Class length is 60 minutes. TEEN Thursday 4:30pm
Intro to Archery
Ages: 7 years and up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Discover your inner Robin Hood! This class is designed for beginners through casual archers. A Y instructor will help teach students the basic skills of archery including basic rules and safety, knowledge of equipment, and proper stance and technique. Participants may bring their own bows (maximum 40 lb. draw) or can be provided loaner equipment by the Y. Class length is 50 minutes. TEEN Tuesday 4:00pm, 5:00pm
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Archery Personal Instruction
Ages: 7 years and up Fee: Private: Y Member $25 Community $35 Four Private: Y Member $90 Community $120 Semi Private: Y Member $15/ Community $20/ person person Four Semi Private: Y Member $50/ Community $70/ person person Youth and adults participating in this enrichment activity will grow, develop and experience improved self-esteem and confidence. Semi-Private classes have a minimum of two and maximum of four participants. Contact Phil Bailey at 978.564.3476 or baileyp@northshoreymca.org for more information.
Intro to Tang Soo Doo Karate
Ages: 4-9 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $134 Join Victoria Demarco, former New England Tang Soo Doo Black Belt Champion in learning the basic moves and concepts of Tang Soo Doo Karate. Establish balance and coordination in addition to a better understanding of the Tang Soo Doo discipline, control and respect. Class length is 50 minutes. STER Friday 3:30pm Studio A
Tang Soo Doo Karate I
Ages: 10-14 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $134 Join Victoria Demarco, former New England Tang Soo Doo Black Belt Champion, in learning safe partner sparring and artistic combination moves in order to prepare for color belt advancement. Enhance discipline, gain strength and increase endurance in this class. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Friday 4:20pm Studio A
Rock Climbing I
Ages: 6-8 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 This class is for kids with little to no experience climbing. We will provide the necessary tools and motivation to ensure that the students will have a positive experience. The basic elements of climbing; 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. Contact Phil Bailey at baileyp@northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN Monday 4:00pm
Rock Climbing II
Ages: 8-10 years Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 This is a progressive class that takes participants from the basic to the intermediate skills of climbing. Participants will learn harness and belay set up, top rope belay techniques, knots, movement on the rock, bouldering, safety skills and goal setting. Maximum capacity of 8 participants and minimum of 4 to ensure proper training and safety. Class length is 50 minutes. Contact Phil Bailey at baileyp@northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN Monday 4:00pm TEEN Wednesday 5:00pm
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Rock Climbing III
Ages: 10-12 years 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. 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. Contact Phil Bailey at 978.564.3476 or baileyp@northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN Wednesday 5:00pm
Outdoor Survival Skills
Ages: Grades 5-12 Fee: Y Member $99 Community $149 Learn how to enjoy the great outdoors, how to be prepared and safe regardless of weather. In this program participants will learn skills that will boost their confidence and improve their leadership skills and self-reliance. Additionally, participants will have a chance to practice their new skills during an overnight camping trip with fellow participants. Contact Phil Bailey at 978.564.3476 or baileyp@northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN Wednesday 3:30-5:00pm
Rock Climbing Personal Instruction
All Ages Private Session: Member $25 Community $35 4 Private Sessions: Member $90 Community $120 Semi Private Session: Member $15/ Community $20/ person person 4 Semi Private Sessions: Member $50/ Community $70/ person person Private instruction is geared toward those who desire more individual attention as they evolve their climbing skills. A parent or guardian is required to be present during the class for students under 18 years of age. Available time slots to schedule private instruction are limited. Class length is 60 minutes. Contact Phil Bailey at 978.564.3476 or baileyp@northshoreymca.org for more information.
Teen Night Dance
Ages: 11-14 years Fee: Y Member $9 Community $9 Teen night dances are back for the 2012-2013 school year! 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 Powers, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org for more information. TEEN Fridays, March 1, 15, 29; April 12, 26 7:00-10:00pm
Middle School Teen Night
Ages: 11-14 years Fee: Y Member $9 Community $9 Middle School Teen Night is the new Saturday night hang out for all middle school students. The pool, gymnastics center and basketball gym will be open for teens between 8:00-10:30pm. Activities in the gym will vary between sport related games and special events. Please note that this program takes place after the Sterling YMCA is closed. For more information, please contact Jon Powers, Teen Director at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org STER Saturday, March 9 8:00-10:30pm
Rye Airfield Trip
Ages: Grades 8-18 years Fee: Y Member $50 Community $60 With 50,000 square feet of ramps and rails, Rye Airfield in Rye, New Hampshire offers riders at any level a chance to experience the best indoor park in the Northeast. Departure will be at 8:00am from the Sterling Center YMCA front doors and we will return at 4:00pm back to the Sterling Center. Fee covers entrance into the park as well as lunch. Participants must have skating or scooter experience. STER Saturday, April 6th 8:00am-4:00pm
Private Skateboard Lessons
Ages: All Ages Fee: Y Member $28 Community $32 These lessons will help boarders at any level. Learn basic skills such as standing and pumping on the board, landing tricks and riding ramps. Lessons are held on Saturday and Sunday mornings and afternoons. Contact Jon Powers, Teen Director, at 978.564.3481 or powersj@northshoreymca.org for more information. 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 and on weekends. For more information or to schedule a rental, contact Casey Sudak, Sports & Adventure Director, at 978.564.3482 or sudakc@northshoreymca.org
SWIMMING Shrimp, Kipper
Ages: 6-18 months Fee: Y Member $64 Community $96 Shrimp and Kipper are parent-child classes for children ages 6 months through 36 months. Parents attend class with their child and join in all activities. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Tuesday 9:15am CAB Wednesday 9:00am STER Thursday 10:00am STER Saturday 9:00am CAB Saturday 9:45am STER Sunday 10:00am
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Ages: 18-24 months Fee: Y Member $64 Community $96 Children start moving independently through the water under their parents’ guidance. Experience the fun of blowing bubbles, kicking, paddling and making a splash! Children begin to prepare to work independently with an instructor. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Tuesday 9:15am CAB Wednesday 9:35am STER Thursday 9:30am STER Saturday 9:35am CAB Saturday 9:45am STER Sunday 10:35am
Perch I
Ages: 24-36 months Fee: Y Member $64 Community $96 This is a fun class for those who want to swim with Mom or Dad. Perch I helps children develop safe pool behavior, adjust to the water, and learn basic swimming skills. Children will practice blowing bubbles, kicking and paddling using flotation. Class length is 30 minutes. STER Tuesday 4:15pm CAB Wednesday 10:10am STER Thursday 9:00am STER Saturday 10:10am CAB Saturday 11:15am STER Sunday 11:10am
Pike 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 45 minutes. STER Wednesday 9:00am CAB Wednesday 11:30am STER Saturday 11:00am
Preschool Swimming I
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Formerly known as PIKE. While adjusting to water, children learn safe pool behavior and develop independence with flotation. Skills learned include breathing patterns, paddling, kicking and putting their faces in the water while blowing bubbles. STER Monday 9:00am, 10:00am, 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Tuesday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 4:15pm CAB Tuesday 9:00am STER Wednesday 9:00am, 4:15pm CAB Wednesday 11:30am STER Thursday 9:00am, 4:15pm STER Friday 9:00am, 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am CAB Saturday 9:00am STER Sunday 10:00am
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Preschool Swimming IIA
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Formerly known as EEL. For children who have mastered Preschool Swimming I skills. Skills learned include flutter kick, dive, float and progressive stroke. By the end of this program, children should be able to swim a quarter the length of the pool paddling on their front and back without assistance. STER Monday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Tuesday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 4:15pm CAB Tuesday 9:45am STER Wednesday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Friday 9:00am, 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am CAB Saturday 10:30am STER Sunday 10:00am
Preschool Swimming IIB
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Formerly known as RAY. For children to build on Preschool Swimming IIA skills. Skills learned include rotary breathing, front crawl, diving and back crawl. STER Monday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Tuesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Wednesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Friday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am
Preschool Swimming III
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Formerly known as STARFISH. For children who have mastered all Preschool Swimming II skills and can swim without flotation for 5 feet. Skills learned include stroke and endurance skills. STER Tuesday 3:15pm STER Wednesday 4:15pm STER Thursday 4:15pm STER Friday 3:15pm STER Saturday 11:00am
Youth Swimming IA
Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Member $74 Community $110 Formerly known as POLLIWOG. For beginner swimmers with little or no formal training. Sklls learned include water adjustment. front and back float and front, back and side paddle. STER Monday 3:15pm STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm STER Saturday 9:00am
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Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Formerly known as GUPPY. For children to build on Youth Swimming IA skills and develop comfort in deep water. STER Monday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Tuesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Wednesday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm, 4:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm STER Saturday 10:00am, 11:00am
Youth Swimming II
Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Formerly known as MINNOW. For children who have mastered all Youth Swimming I skills or are able to swim 25 yards on their front, back and side. Skills learned include diving, front and back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke and elementary backstroke. STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 5:15pm STER Thursday 3:15pm STER Friday 4:15pm
SHARKS & LITTLE SHARKS SWIM TEAM The YMCA of the North Shore Sharks & Little Sharks swim team works to develop the best combination of swimmers and human beings through the strengths of innovative coaching techniques and strategies, supportive parental involvement and integration of our core values – Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. From ages 5 and up, the Little Sharks and Sharks programs maintain an infrastructure of children, coaches and parents who create the platforms and opportunities for each and every swimmer to fulfill their goals and their potential as a person, swimmer and team member.
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Youth Swimming III
Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 Formerly know as FISH. For children who have mastered all Youth Swimming II skills or are able to swim 25 yards of front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and elementary backstroke. Skills learned include dolphin kick and butterfly. STER Tuesday 4:15pm STER Wednesday 5:15pm STER Thursday 4:15pm
Porpoise Club
Ages: 10 years and up Fee: Y Member $74 Community $110 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. STER Thursday 5:15pm
Little Sharks
Ages: 4-6 years Fee (One Day): Y Member $64 Community $96 Fee (Two Day): Y Member $128 Community $192 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. This class is 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
Sharks Bronze Group
Ages: 7-11 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $132 Y 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. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Thursday 3:15pm STER Friday 3:15pm
Sharks Silver Group
Ages: 12-14 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $132 Y Sharks Silver Group is designed for swimmers who are looking to expand on stroke technique learned in the Bronze Group, with a focus on the butterfly and breaststroke techniques. This class is for middle school swimmers who want to swim in a more formal class with their peers but not commit to a year round swim team. The focus will be on stroke mechanics, starts, turns and aerobic conditioning. All new swimmers must be evaluated by competitive aquatics staff prior to participation. Class length 45 minutes. STER Tuesday 6:15pm
Intro to Synchronized Swimming
Ages: 5-15 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105 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
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Ages: 5-19 years Our highly specialized coaching staff strives to train, teach and motivate young swimmers in a supportive environment that allows each unique participant to achieve excellence. Selkies coaches create valuable experiences that both the novice and nationally ranked swimmer can carry throughout life. For more information, contact the Competitive Aquatics Office at 978.564.3904.
Intro to Water Polo
Ages: 8-12 years Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105 Designed for beginner players with little to no experience. Players will learn how to dribble, pass and shoot on net. Children will develop the ability to tread water for an extended time and build stamina and confidence. Class length is 45 minutes. STER Wednesday 6:00pm
Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Ages: All Ages Fee (Private Lessons): Y Member $32 Community $48 1 Lesson Y Member $115 Community $172 4 Lessons Y Member $175 Community $262 8 Lessons Fee (Semi-Private Lessons): Y Member $25 Community $37 1 Lesson Y Member $85 Community $127 4 Lessons Y Member $135 Community $202 8 Lessons Private lessons are a great way to get to the next level of swimming. We offer 30 minutes of one-on-one instruction that produces results. Semi-private lessons are also available. These lessons are set up as appointments to meet your schedule and coordinate with our pool schedule. You do not pay for the class until you and the instructor have confirmed the first lesson. Contact Kira E. Collins, Aquatlcs Director, at 978.564.3906 or collinsk@northshoreymca.org for more information.
FAMILY TIME Birthday Parties
Host your next birthday at the Greater Beverly YMCA. Enjoy and share your favorite program and activity with friends and family! Our enthusiastic, trained staff offers the best birthday ever. Days, times and packages vary. Visit northshoreymca.org or call us at 978.927.6855 for more information or to reserve your space today! Adventure Parties, Gymnastics Parties, Pool Parties, Bouncy House Parties, Gymnastics Parties, Sports Parties, Batting Cage Parties, Pool Parties, Gladiator Parties, Teen Parties, Nerf Parties and McPherson Skate Park Parties
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HEALTHY KIdS dAY Join us for our Healthy Kids Day celebration: Saturday, April 27,11:00am -1:00pm Sterling Center YMCA As part of the Y's commitment to strengthen community by addressing critical gaps in health and education, Healthy Kids DayŽ will encourage kids and parents to commit to keeping the body and mind active this summer. We’ll have open gymnastics, open swimming, health demonstrations, rock climbing and so much more open to the community for FREE!
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HEALTH & WELLNESS For more information on our Health & Wellness programs, please contact Andrew Walker, Health & Wellness Director at walkera@northshoreymca.org. To learn more about our certified instructors, view their bios on northshoreymca.org
FITNESS ORIENTATIONS Healthy Lifestyle Goal Setting
Making changes can be difficult and intimidating. Starting up again is not necessarily easy. We want to listen to you in order to help you set attainable goals as you pursue a healthier lifestyle. The Y has a lot to offer in making your resolutions a reality. 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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Improving the community’s health and well-being Personal Fitness Coaching
Nutrition Consultation
Body Composition Analysis
Online Personal Training
Getting started on the road to your fitness goals is easy at the Y! We offer all Y members up to four free Personal Fitness Coaching sessions to help you learn the correct use of all the equipment in our fitness center. These sessions are designed for people just beginning a workout routine and people who have been faithful exercisers but want to learn some new exercises to add to their workout Personal Fitness Coaching Sessions are approximately 75 minutes in length. You’ll work one-on-one with a member of our fitness staff, who will answer your questions and give you the training you need to help you meet your fitness goals.
Using basic, accurate bioimpedance testing from Omron, you will able to determine 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.
PERSONAL SERVICES Personal Training
Our certified personal trainers are genuinely interested in helping you achieve your health and fitness goals and can design an exercise program specifically for you. Specialities include strength training, core conditioning, sports conditioning, weight loss, orthopedic rehabilitation and post-surgery/physical therapy. Session length is 60 minutes. Please allow 24 hours advanced notice to set up an appointment.
Massage
Massage therapy helps you relax, re-align and rejuvenate. There are many positive aspects to receiving massage therapy and with the busy lives we lead, we can all benefit from a little stress-management. 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 and 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.
It is important to engage in healthy habits of energizing your body for it’s daily activities with the appropriate types of nutrients in the appropriate amounts. Facilitated by Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Specialist Corinne Ray, you will lose fat pounds through a healthy change in diet and prudent, individualized exercise recommendation. Through consultation and body composition analysis you will learn how to efficiently combine diet and exercise for a lifetime of healthy success. Setting of healthy goals and time frames to achieve these goals will be paramount in this safe and empowering learning environment.
Web Training and Program Design includes Personal Training programs created just for you, emailed to you in the comfort of your own home or cell phone! These programs will keep you busy for at least 8 weeks and will include written and pictorial descriptions of all exercises in the program. Along with the physical program design, you will have access to your Certified Personal Trainer for follow up correspondence regarding training design and execution. Web Training and Program Design is tailored to the individual looking for a more affordable way to reach their training goals, but not necessarily requiring hands on teaching and exercise demonstration from the personal trainer. For more information regarding the Web Training and Program Design option for Y members and community. Web Training and Program Design Rates: $185 per 8 week Personalized Training Program (with trainer correspondence)
Facilitated Stretching
Do you ever wonder if you’re performing a stretch safely and efficiently? Do you sometimes struggle to achieve an effective stretch on your own? Facilitated stretching with our experienced and knowledgeable 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. Sessions are 30 minutes Please note: All Personal Services are non-refundable unless documented for medical issues. There is no expiration date for purchased Personal Services sessions.
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.
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Resolution Reset: 10-Pound Challenge
∙ Personal Training ∙ Massage ∙ Fitness Assessment ∙ One-on-One Nutrition Consulting ∙ Facilitated Stretching
All Personal Fitness Services: Y Member: $63 Community: $73 Y Member: $177 Community: $207 Y Member: $284 Community: $334 Y Member: $562 Community: $662 Y Member: $1125Community: $1325
March 4 - April 15 1 Session 3 Sessions 5 Sessions 10 Sessions 20 Sessions
Semi-Private: 2 People, personal training only Member: $80 Community: $100 1 Session Member: $227 Community: $287 3 Sessions Member: $365 Community: $465 5 Sessions Member: $714 Community: $914 10 Sessions Member: $1428 Community: $1828 20 Sessions Group: 3-5 People, personal training only Member: $252 Community: $280 Member: $375 Community: $465 Member: $750 Community: $900 Member: $1499 Community: $2099
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Private Yoga Instruction
Fee: Y Member $80/hr Community $80/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 lessons 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.
Private 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. Please contact Carrie Geary, Fitness Class Coordinator, at 978.564.3907 to schedule your private wellness session today.
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You’re invited to participate in a FREE six-week weight-loss challenge from March 4-April 15 in partnership with the Y and “Lose It!” By signing up, setting a personal weight-loss goal of 5-10 pounds and logging your food and exercise, you’ll be on your way to resetting your resolution and reaching one of your 2013 goals! Learn more online at northshoreymca.org
SPECIALTY FITNESS PROGRAMS Begin to Spin
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $20 Learn how to set up your bike, position yourself on the spin bike and have a safe and fun workout. This program is designed for beginners that are looking for introductory instruction and beginner level pace. Pre-register at the Y Welcome Center. Class length is 45 minutes. Certified Instructor: Heather Matulewicz STER Friday, March 15 5:00pm Studio B
Boot Camp
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $73 Community $110 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. Class will be held outside weather permitting. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Instructors: Caroline Rousseau and Shannon Silvestri. TEEN Tuesday/Thursday 5:30am
Golf Conditioning
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Improve your golf game this year with sport-specific training! With golf conditioning, you’ll build the endurance, strength, power and flexibility you need to get stronger and stay safe on the course. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Jon Jodoin STER Monday 6:00pm Fitness Floor STER Wednesday 6:00pm Fitness Floor
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Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $120 Community $173 Triathlon training seeks to provide an inclusive, encouraging community for anyone wishing to participate in multi-sport. All levels of fitness, ability and experience are welcome. With our structured, consistent training, paired with the advantages associated with group training, set your sights on completing a sprint triathlon this spring! Workout length is 60 minutes. Training schedule: STER Tuesday 7:00am Bike (spin), run and condition with Certified Personal Trainer Karen Giroux, meets on Fitness Floor STER Wednesday 5:15pm Swim with Aquatics Director Kira E. Collins, meets on Pool Deck
Adventure Training
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Achieve your goal of completing an epic adventure in 2013 with the training and support of our adventure training team! Whether it’s backpacking in the mountains, cycling in New England or another adventure you’ve set your sights on, we’ll work with you to design and implement a fitness program that effectively prepares you for the challenge, as well as improve your outdoor leadership skills. This program includes a scheduled weekly training sessions to build your adventure skills and improve your fitness. Led by Certified Adventure Instructor Phil Bailey and Certified Instructor Jamie Ricker TEEN Tuesday 6:00pm STER Friday 7:15pm Studio B
Fitness Training for Fat Loss
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Blast fat, maximize lean muscle and create a measurable difference in your body’s shape and performance today! Utilize basic Kettlebell, TRX training 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. Certified Personal Trainer: Karen Giroux STER Friday 9:00am Fitness Floor
TRX
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 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. Certified Instructor: Amanda Mazzaglia and Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton STER Tuesday 4:30pm Studio B Lee Benton STER Wednesday 7:00pm Studio B Amanda Mazzaglia STER Saturday 10:00am Studio B Amanda Mazzaglia
TRX & Kettlebell Combo
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Treadmill training is for all fitness levels to learn how to train to run intervals effectively. Workouts include warm ups, interval work as well as strength, core and flexibility exercises geared towards running. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Karen Giroux STER Monday 10:00am Fitness Floor
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 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. Certified Instructor: Shannon Silvestri STER Wednesday 7:00am Studio A
Defy Gravity
TRX Circuit
Treadmill Interval Training
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Members: $79 Community $118 Learn how to defy gravity and master successful push-ups and pullups in this progressive program. You will learn how to engage and stabilize your core, protect your back and strengthen all the muscles used in these pushing and pulling exercises. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Jon Jodoin STER Wednesday 9:00am Fitness Floor
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 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. Certified Personal Trainer: Karen Giroux STER Friday 10:30am Studio B
Bosu Core
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 The Bosu allows the added element of balancing on an unstable surface, delivering strength and engaging your core and major muscle groups, for a total body workout. Class is for all levels, as modifications are provided for all fitness abilities. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton STER Wednesday 10:45am Studio B
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Improving the community’s health and well-being Workout for Strength & Stamina
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $109 Community $163 Designed to reduce body fat, strengthen and tone your muscles and stimulate your workout routine, Workout for Strength & Stamina will challenge your body to a new fitness level. Workouts includes cardio training, drills, weights, physioballs and more. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton STER Tuesday/Thursday 9:00am Fitness Floor
Tabata Circuit
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Tabata Circuit incorporates high intensity interval training with a rest period shorter than the work period. This class targets both aerobic and anaerobic systems, giving both athletes and the average exerciser a more efficient, effective workout. A variety of equipment is used to achieve a challenging and fun workout. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: JoAnna Mooney STER Wednesday 5:15 am Studio C
Dynamic Strength & Conditioning
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Mix up your routine with bursts of cardio and intervals of total body strength training circuits that will challenge you to new levels of fitness. This class uses body weight, Bosu, stability bars, TRX and weights to enhance overall cardiovascular health and build strength and endurance. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer JoAnna Mooney STER Monday 6:15am Studio C
Horizontal Core
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Use steps, bosu, TRX suspension, body bars, free weights, mats, medicine balls, rubber bands and more in this circuit style class. If you’re up for a great challenge in an intimate small group setting with positive energy, serious core strengthening and conditioning, then get horizontal! Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton STER Monday 6:30pm Studio A
Women on Weights
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $65 Community $97 Get stronger, improve your health and feel more confident with weight training. Weight training is a necessary component of every woman’s exercise program for numerous reasons such as weight loss and the fight against bone loss. This class will teach you how to use weights, physioballs and other resistance training tools to reach your fitness goals at every level. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Lee Benton STER Tuesday 6:00pm Fitness Floor STER Thursday 10:00am Fitness Floor STER Friday 9:00am Fitness Floor
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Women’s Total Body Training
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $109 Community $163 Women’s Total Body Training incorporates boot camp style calisthenic exercises with strength, cardiovascular and circuit training to maximize your results. Improve your endurance, strength and flexibility while revving up your metabolism and burning fat. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Personal Trainer: Karen Giroux STER Monday/Wednesday 8:45am Fitness Floor/ Studio B
Zumba Toning
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $62 Community $91 Zumba® Toning raises the bar, or more appropriately, the toning stick, using targeted body sculpting exercises and high energy cardio work infused with Latin moves. Participants learn how to use light weight, maraca-like toning sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones, including arms, abs and thighs. Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusiasts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Instructor: Kim Crowley STER Saturday 10:30am Studio A
Pilates
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $54 Community $82 Pilates focuses on body alignment and breathing. The exercises cover all the powerhouse muscle groups - abs, lower back, shoulders, thights and glutes. All levels welcome. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Instructor: Diane Velez STER Monday 9:15am STER Friday 6:00am
Prenatal Group Fitness
Fee: Y Member $40 Community $60 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/Wednesday 9:45am Studio B STER Tuesday/Thursday 6:15pm Lobby Studio Session I (4 weeks) March 4-29 Session II (4 weeks) April 1-26
Prenatal Yoga
Fee: Y Member $79 Community $118 Prenatal yoga improves flexibility, tones muscles and helps provide natural relief from some of the common discomforts during pregnancy. Learn tools and techniques to relieve stress, tension and anxiety during pregnancy and through labor. Please consult your health care professional before starting any exercise program while pregnant. Class length is 60 minutes. Certified Instructor: Connie Sardelis STER Monday 4:30pm Studio C STER Thursday 10:45am Studio C
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SPORTS & RECREATION Private Dance Lessons
Ages: 16-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. All private lessons are 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: 18 and up Fee: Y Member $88/person Community $123/ person Learn the basics of Swing, Waltz, Latin and Foxtrot. Intermediate dancers can add more complex steps to routines and become confident in skills. Partners are required. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Friday 7:00pm Studio A
Advanced Ballroom Dance
Ages: 18 and 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 for the advanced class. Class length is 60 minutes. STER Friday 8:00pm Studio A
Aikido
Ages: 18 and up Fee: Y Member $50/month Community $75/month The martial art of Aikido evolved out of the historic tradition of the Japanese warrior arts. Studied in earnest, it is more than a form of self-defense, but a way to perfect one’s spirit. Aikido teaches selfdefense without the use of strength or violence. Consistent practice of Aikido naturally leads to increased stamina, flexibility, agility and balance. STER Monday/Wednesday 8:15pm STER Sunday 6:00pm
Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Members $79 Community $118 This group recreational exercise program is designed for people of all ages and abilities with a wide range of physical abilities a “joint friendly” exercise alternative. This program promotes the rewards of increased joint flexibility and range of motion as well as improved balance, posture, coordination, concentration and memory. Class length is 60 minutes. There will be no class March 7. STER Thursday 4:00pm Studio A
SWIMMING Adult Stroke Development
Ages: 17 years and up Fee: Y Member $99 Community $147 Develop basic swim strokes and have the opportunity to try more advanced swim strokes in this class. It is recommended that participants have taken beginner swim lessons before enrolling in stroke development. STER Tuesday 7:00pm
Adult Beginner Swim Lessons
Ages: 17 years and 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 Friday 10:50am
Swim Fit
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $45/month Community $90/month Y Member $15/drop-in Community $22/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 Carol Meyer at meyerc@northshoreymca.org STER Monday/Wednesday/Friday 7:30-9:00pm STER Monday/Wednesday 6:00-7:30am STER Sunday 8:30-10:00am
Aquatics Personal Training
Ages: 18 years and 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. Session length is 60 minutes.
Private Coaching
Ages: 18 years and up Fee: Y Member $100/hr Community $100/hr Feel you need that little extra something in your swimming? Join nationally recognized Coach John Ogden for one-on-one, in-depth analysis of your swimming technique. Coach Ogden will provide you with both above and under water videotaping for state of the art instruction and analysis. Schedule is flexible seven days per week. To schedule an appointment, contact John Ogden at 978.564.3908 or ogdenj@northshoreymca.org
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for healthy living
Improving the community’s health and well-being Arthritis Stretch & Flex
Ages: 18 years and 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 9:00am
ROAD RACES
Try a TRIathlon in 2013 Bring your love for swimming to the next level. Check out Triathlon Training Program on page 23 for more information. Join the YMCA of the North Shore for another year of exciting races in the 2013 North Shore Road Race Series! The series features 12 races across the North Shore with awesome finisher prizes. Visit northshoreymca.org to learn more about the series, view a full schedule of road races and register!
COMMUNITY EDUCATION Babysitting 101
Ages: 12-15 years Fee: Y Member $60 Community $90 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 in the Arts Studio in the Douglas Stephens Teen Center. TEEN Monday, March 4-April 8 3:30pm-5:00pm
Y Lifeguard Training
Ages: 16 years and 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 thter is online pre course work. STER Wednesday, April 15-19 9:00am-4:00pm
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for SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Giving back and providing support to our neighbors
VOLUNTEERISM When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in bringing about meaningful, enduring change right in your own neighborhood. Whether it’s once a week or once a year, there are so many ways to give your time, change lives and volunteer at the Y! Volunteers enable the Y to offer affordable programs and services. They provide the caring attention a child needs to develop values like sportsmanship, compassion, and respect for self and others. They encourage positive behavior in teens and support families so they can be successful and strong. The selfless efforts of all volunteers foster healthier, more meaningful lives for people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and incomes. They inspire a cohesive and viable community, one that’s a good place to live and to work. By giving time, volunteers change lives and improve communities. Become a part of our Y volunteer community. You can choose from over 100 different volunteer roles that can truly change a life: teach kids to swim, mentor a youth, inspire a child to learn to read, teach teamwork in a Y sport league, raise needed funds, provide administrative support or lead our Y as a policy volunteer
2013 Y for All ... Ways to Get Involved!
Looking for a way to give back to your community? Volunteer for our 2013 Y For All Annual Campaign! To get started or to learn more, email Rob Thatcher, Y Development Associate, at thatcherr@northshoreymca.org. There are plenty of ways to get involved: Join a Y For All team Join with other volunteers and staff members and help us reach our campaign goal! • Attend our campaign Kick-Off and bring a friend! • Help secure five new donors or ask five past donors to continue their support in 2013 • Join our campaign celebration in late spring! Help make phone calls at a Y For All Phone-a-thon! Join fellow volunteers for a night of phone calls and free food! Fundraise on Facebook Love the Y? Like us on Facebook? Create your own Y fundraising page and go social!
There are so many ways to give your time, give back, and support your neighbors. To learn more about Y volunteer roles, visit northshoreymca.org or contact Kim Lations, Y Volunteer Coordinator, at lationsk@northshoreymca.org
GIVING Did You Know...? The Greater Beverly YMCA is a charity. We are a non-profit organization focused on community and human services. 100% of your donation goes directly to those in need. Every dollar donated to our Y For All annual campaign is used to support local children, families and individuals through Y programs, membership and camp. Y For All is more than donors and dollars. Our annual campaign is a grassroots effort led by dozens of volunteers and businesses from our communities.
Y For All Annual Campaign The Y is “For All”, regardless of someone’s ability to pay. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of income or background, has the chance to learn, grow and thrive. Your gift to the “Y For All” Annual Campaign truly matters. One (1) out of every six (6) people in our Ys benefit from the generosity of our “Y For All” donors. Your gift matters to the Y as we strive to have a meaningful, enduring impact right here in our North Shore neighborhoods.
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TAKE ON SUMMER! SUMMER CAMPS AT THE YMCA! Take on summer and sign up for summer camp at the Y! See what our summer camps have in store for a summer of fun and excitement. Pick up a camp guide in the Y Welcome Center or view it online and register for camp online at northshoreymca.org. Make this a summer they’ll never forget.
STAY SAFE, LEARN HOW TO SWIM Some kids play soccer, some kids dance but every kid needs to learn how to swim! As you gear up for summer, make sure your child knows how to stay safe by and in the water - sign up for one of our swim programs!
HEALTHY KIDS DAY - APRIL 27 As part of the Y’s commitment to strengthen community by addressing critical gaps in health and education, Healthy Kids Day® will encourage kids and parents to commit to keeping the body and mind active this summer. We have tons of activities for the whole family!
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