program guide
GET A JUMP ON A HEALTHY SUMMER HAVERHILL YMCA Spring I 2013 Programs March 2 - April 26
MISSION STATEMENT: The YMCA of the North Shore works side by side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. We are the nation’s leading nonprofit and we are committed to strengthening our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. When you join the Y or take part in our programs, you’re not just a member of a facility or a participant in a class; you are part of a cause. The YMCA of the North Shore is committed to education and the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Our Y provides all children, adults and families, regardless of income, with opportunities to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body.
APRIL VACATION DAYS: April 15-19 Haverhill YMCA members! try these classes for FREE during April Vacation. $5 sample fee for non-members. NERF Tournaments, pg. 13 Learn to Swim, pg. 14 Basketball Clinic, pg. 13 Floor Hockey, pg. 13 Spring Camp Games, pg. 7 Earth Service Day, pg. 7 Monday, April 15
Pee Wee Lego Build Challenge,10:00am Family Open Gymnastics, 11:30am Archery 101, 3:00pm Youth Learn To Swim, 5:00pm
Parent & Tot II and III, 10:30am Tiny Tumblers, 12:30pm Preschool Learn to Swim, 4:00pm Rock Climb Family, 7:00pm
Tuesday, April 16 Vacation Basketball, 9:00am Kinder Gym I, 10:30am Rock Climb, 11:00am Family Open Gymnastics, 11:30am Junior & Senior Gym I, 12:30pm Preschool Learn to Swim, 4:00pm Preschool Swim, 4:30pm Sports Jam, 5:00pm Tae Kwon Do, 6:00pm Wednesday, April 17
Vacation Hockey, 9:00am Kinder Gym II, 10:30am Junior & Senior Gym II, 12:30pm Preschool Learn to Swim, 4:00pm Floor Hockey, 6:00pm
Youth Lego Build Off,10:00am Family Open Gymnastics, 11:30am NERF Tournament, 1:00pm Preschool Swim, 4:30pm Rock Climb Family, 7:00pm
Thursday, April 18
Vacation Basketball, 9:00am Family Open Gymnastics, 11:30am Preschool Learn to Swim, 4:00pm Sports Jam, 5:00pm
Rock Climb, 11:00am NERF Tournament, 1:00pm Preschool Swim, 4:30pm Tae Kwon Do, 6:00pm
Friday, April 19 Vacation Hockey, 9:00am Archery 101, 3:00pm
Y Play Group, 10:00am
Saturday, April 20 Rock Climb, 9:00am Family Open Gymnastics, 10:30am
Tae Kwon Do, 10:00am Lego Club, 11:00am
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Program Information Membership Information
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Adaptive 6 Art, Theatre & Dance 6-7 Camp 7 School Age Care 8 Gymnastics 9-11 Health & Well-Being 11-12 Leadership Development / Teens 12 Sports & Recreation 12-14 Swimming 15-17 HEALTHY LIVING Family Time Health & Well-Being Fitness Orientations Personal Services Group Exercise Classes Specialty Fitness Programs Road Races Sports & Recreation Community Education
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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Giving 22-23 Volunteerism 23
CONTACT US Tracy Fuller Executive Director fullert@northshoreymca.org Ryan Allen Senior Program Director allenr@northshoreymca.org Clint Clay Sports Director clayc@northshoreymca.org Judy Dugar Gymnastics Director dugarj@northshoreymca.org Colette Farina Member Services Director farinac@northshoreymca.org Julie Grundy Early Education Director grundyj@northshoreymca.org Amy Hanagan School Age Director hanagana@northshoreymca.org Tom Lavigne Health & Wellness Director lavignet@northshoreymca.org Jason Miller Facilities Director millerj@northshoreymca.org Alison Paradis Associate Gymnastics Director paradisa@northshoreymca.org Roshelle Ogden Aquatics Director ogdenr@northshoreymca.org Cathy Wolf Director of Child Care Services wolfc@northshoreymca.org
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PROGRAM INFORMATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION ON NORTHSHOREYMCA.ORG Our new website, launched in December, makes registering for a program easier than ever. While there are several new ways to learn about our programs and search, here are some tips: • Visit: www.northshoreymca.org • Look for the search box located on each program related page. • Search for programs by keyword, location, program area, age and day of the week. • Check off the classes you want to learn more about to read a description • Choose checkout, then sign into your account or create a new account. • Assign each program to someone on your membership. • Pay and print your receipt.
Online Credits
Online credits will be offered for the remainder of any money paid on programs. The amount refunded will be calculated at the time of the request. Credits will be offered for remaining class sessions, calculated when the request is made. You can request a credit form at the front desk or by contacting the director.
Credit Card or Check Refunds
The YMCA will issue a credit card or check refund: • If, for any reason, the YMCA cancels a class, participants will be offered the option for refund for that cancelled class, • If a participant cancels their registration prior to the start of the program session, • For classes missed due to illness (a doctor’s note is required) or, • If you are not 100% satisfied with your class experience. Refunds will be offered for remaining class sessions, calculated when the request is made. You can request a refund form at the front desk or by contacting the director.
Spring I 2013 March 2 - April 26
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PROGRAM LOCATIONS
• Members Currently Enrolled Friday, February 15 - 7:30am
HAV Y: Haverhill YMCA 81 Winter Street, Haverhill, MA 978.374.0506
HHS: Haverhill High School 137 Monument Street, Haverhill, MA
• All Members Tuesday, February 19 - 7:30am
PLE: Pentucket Lake School 252 Concord Street, Haverhill, MA
WHI: Whittier Building 81 Winter Street, Haverhill, MA
• Open To Community Tuesday, February 26 - 7:30am
WKP: Winnekenni Park 347 Kenoza Avenue, Haverhill, MA
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION 2013 ymca of the north shore Membership Rates
*Membership **Joiner Fee
Young Adult (18-23) $31/mo Adult (24+) $52/mo 1-Adult Family $66/mo 2-Adult Family with children $97/mo 2-Adult Family without children $89/mo Teen $24/mo Youth $15/mo
$33 $77 $77 $99 $99
*NEW* Add a third adult to either 2-Adult membership for only $31 more a month! * Monthly amount is automatically drafted via the YMCA's bank or credit card draft ** Joiner fee is a one-time fee and amount can be split into monthly payments with our convenient draft option
2013 local haverhill ymca Membership Rates
Young Adult (18-23) Adult (24+) 1-Adult Family 2-Adult Family with children 2-Adult Family without children Teen Youth
*Membership **Joiner Fee
$27/mo $39/mo $56/mo
$33 $77 $77
$69/mo
$99
$59/mo $23/mo $12/mo
$99
* Monthly amount is automatically drafted via the YMCA's bank or credit card draft ** Joiner fee is a one-time fee and amount can be split into monthly payments with our convenient draft option
YMCA Guest fees Family: $20 Adult (19 & up): $10 Teen (14-18): $10 Youth (0-13): $5
usage guidelines •Non-swimmers and children 6 years and under must have a parent or guardian in the water with them during open swim. •Youth 9 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older to be in the building. •Youth 8 to 13 are allowed in our fitness center with an adult doing cardio only. Youth 10 to 13 with an adult are allowed to do weights. Youth 12 to 16 are allowed in group exercise classes with an adult. The adult must be a family member over the age of 18. •Youth ages 14 and up can use the entire fitness center without an adult.
Hours of Operation
Monday- Friday . . . . . . . 5:00am-9:30pm Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:00am-8:00pm Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00am-4:00pm
CHILD WATCH HOURS
Monday-Friday 8:00am-1:00pm Monday-Friday 3:00pm-7:30pm Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm Sunday 8:00am-12:00pm
youth & teen center The Haverhill YMCA’s Youth and Teen Center promotes and creates a positive mentoring environment for youth and teens. Staff, adult volunteers and teen leaders foster youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. For additional activity, club and event information, stop into the center and/or online at www.northshoreymca.org Search: Haverhill YMCA Monday-Friday: 2:30pm-9:00pm Saturday: 3:00pm-10:00pm Ages 8+: Ages 10+: MS and HS:
2:30pm-6:00pm 2:30pm-7:00pm 3:00pm-Close
Youth & Teen Center Hours subject to change and attendance.
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ADAPTIVE Adaptive Swim Lessons
Ages: Children/Adult Fee: Y Member $68 Community $102 The Y offers adaptive lessons modified for individuals with special needs. An individual assessment will be done by a certified instructor in order to determine placement in swim lessons. Participation in sports and recreational activities helps individuals with special needs increase self-worth, build lasting friendships and have fun with peers. HAV Y Saturday 12:10pm
ART, THEATRE & DANCE
Young Chefs
Ages: 9 years & up Fee: Y Member $36 Community $40 Kids will learn the basics of cooking, kitchen safety, following recipes, table etiquette and being creative from a Culinary Professional. Class will run 50 min located in the Youth and Teen Center. HAV Y Thursday 3:30pm
Beginner Guitar
Ages: All Ages Fee: Semi Private Instruction (2 Max) Y Member $85 Community $125 Learn to play, read and write guitar music and familiarize yourself with chords, notes, music theory, time signatures and song structure. Accepting students at all proficiency levels and ages. Develop your ability and creativity at your speed! Class length is 30 minutes. HAV Y Saturday 9:00am HAV Y Saturday 9:30am HAV Y Saturday 10:00am HAV Y Saturday 10:30am
Young Artist
Ages: 6-12 years Fee: Y Member $36 Community $40 Young artist create with clay, water colors, pencils, cut paper and much more in this fun and creative class. HAV Y Thursday 3:30pm
Stories, Rhymes and Craft Time
Ages: 2-5 years Fee: Y Member $26 Community $30 Come and enjoy your child’s favorite story books, and then participate in a craft. They’ll learn listening skills, patience, creativity, and use multiple mediums with arts and crafts. Class will run 30 min. located in the Youth and Teen Center. HAV Y Monday 3:30pm HAV Y Wednesday 9:45am
Lego Club
Ages: 5 years & up Fee: Y Member $15 Community $20 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. HAV Y Tuesday 3:30pm HAV Y Saturday 9:00am
Little Cooks and Story Books
Ages: 2-5 years Fee: Y Member $36 Community $40 Little ones will enjoy listening to story time then creating a snack based on the story’s theme. For example: reading the classic The Giving Tree and making Apple, cinnamon and yogurt parfaits. Class will run 40 min. located in the Youth and Teen Center. HAV Y Wednesday 10:00am
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ALICE IN WONDERLAND PERFORMANCES Presented by the Y Theatre Company
Alice finds herself in a dreamland of wonder and magic as she follows the White Rabbit to meet the Caterpillar and takes on the Queen of Hearts. Experience this whimsical world with our talented Y Theatre Company actors. A wonderful day at the theatre for families and patrons of all ages as you watch a classic story come to life right before your eyes!
Performances at the Nettle Middle School: April 5 at 7:00pm April 6 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm
Tickets go on sale at the Haverhill YMCA and online on March 25th.
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Acting & Voice Private Lessons
Ages: All Ages Fee: Y Member $45 Community $70 (1, 45 min. Lesson) Y Member $160 Community $235 (4, 45 min. Lessons) 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. Please contact Jasmine Meyers at meyersj@northshoreymca.org for more information.
Creative Dance/Movement
Ages: 2-4 years Fee: Y Member $67 Community $97 Creative dance/movement develops coordination, rhythm and body control and teaches dance vocabulary, movements and active listening. Class length is 45 minutes. HAV Y Tuesday 9:30am HAV Y Friday 9:30am
Ballet (3 Years)
Ages: 3 years Fee: Y Member $67 Community $97 Ballet Class involves lots of imagination to keep the interest and attention of our young 3 yr old students. Dancers use large motor skill movements such as jumping, skipping, hopping, and are made aware of music and rhythm. Exercises for building physical strength and coordination are offered in a FUN and nurturing atmosphere. The basic foundation positions are introduced. Students are also exposed to proper dance etiquette required in the dance studio with great posture and adorable curtsies. Class length, 45 minutes. Held in program room 1 HAV Y Monday 12:30pm-1:15pm HAV Y Wednesday 12:00pm-12:45pm HAV Y Saturday 10:00am-10:45am
Ballet & Intro Tap (4-6 Years)
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $69 Community $99 Students are taught ballet positions at the centre and introduced to the ballet barre. Basic combinations across the floor, jumps and choreography. Dancers will learn exercises for building strength and coordination as well as musicality. At the end of class, we will have an introduction to Tap. Basic techniques focusing on rhythm. Class length, 60 minutes. Held in program room 1 HAV Y Saturday 11:00am-12:00pm HAV Y Sunday 1:00pm-2:00pm
CAMP Summer Day Camp
Summer will be here before you know it! Spend a fun filled summer with the Haverhill YMCA’s Summer Camps and Camp Tricklin’ Falls. Get all your camp news and information online at www.northshoreymca.org
Spring & Summer Camp Rentals
Schedule your groups outing, birthday party or event rental now! Save $50 by booking your event. Please, contact Ryan Allen for details at allenr@northshoreymca.org
Camp Tricklin’ Falls Open House 2013
See for yourself what Tricklin’ Falls is all about during our open house events. Campers sample activities while parents meet staff. Bring the whole family and take a tour, enjoy a camp style BBQ. April 20 10:00am-12:00pm May 11 10:00am-12:00pm June 1 10:00am-12:00pm All alumni camp families are also invited June 1 to see what’s new and awesome for 2013.
Haverhill YMCA Summer Camps Open House
Come check out your favorite YMCA summer camp. Meet key staff and guided through the registration process. May 11 11:00am-1:00pm
Spring Camp Games
FREE event for all ages Calling all summer campers! Join us at the Y for an all-out camp game bonanza! All you favorite camp games are played Ga-Ga Ball, Indian Chief, Nukem, Museum Lumber Jack Ninja, Close Pin Tag and much more campy awesomeness. April 16 3:00pm-5:00pm
Earth Day - Day Of Service
Join us at Camp Tricklin’ Falls for our annual Spring Clean Up! All campers with their families are invited to spend some time at camp, enjoy the outdoors and help get camp ready for this summer’s awesomeness! We will be rocking to music, raking leaves (and other small projects) ending with a tasty BBQ. Please RSVP by Friday April 19. All our welcome! April 20 9:00am-1:00pm
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BRIGHT MINDS, BRIGHT FUTURES, START HERE The YMCA Children’s Learning Center at the Whittier Building in Haverhill Enrollment for the Fall begins March 1 * Space limited. Reserve your spot now! *
Now Enrolling Toddler and Preschool! The YMCA is an extension of your family. We have a low child staff ratio, use Creative Curriculum to engage all children and include enrichment classes as part of your tuition, including gymnastics, swimming, and yoga classes! For more information or to register, please contact Julie Grundy, Early Education Director at 978.374.0506 x 1612 or grundyj@northshoreymca.org
SCHOOL AGE CARE
OPEN HOUSE REGISTRATION FOR SCOOL AGE WHEN: Saturday, April 6 TIME: 9:00am-11:30am WHERE: School Age Room Join us for the opportunity to learn more about our School-Age Programs including curriculum and on-site activities. Bring the family in to meet staff and pre-register for our Fall program. Refreshments will be served and there will be a “make and take” art project for the children. Children can explore our program space and families can tour the YMCA facilities to see all that we have to offer. Please call Cathy Wolf at 978-374-0506 x 1623 to sign up for this event. Registration for the 2013-2014 school year begins April 1
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Registration is ongoing for the YMCA School Age program. We offer before school care located at the YMCA, Pentucket Lake Elementary, and Tilton Elementary starting at 6:30am. We also offer after school care at the following locations: YMCA, Pentucket Lake Elementary, Tilton Elementary, Hill View Montessori, and the Haverhill Public Library until 6:00pm. Please contact us for more Information, and to reserve a space for the 2013-2014 school year. For more information, please contact Cathy Wolf, Director of Child Care Services, at 978.374.0506 x 1623 or wolfc@northshoreymca.org
In School Enrichments & Intramurals
Grades: 1-5 Fee: Y Member $5/day Community $7/day In this after school option students will have the opportunity to play new adventure games, play fun intramural sports, do arts & crafts and participate in science discovery. This class is great fun and a healthy after school choice. Students will meet in the school gym for a 60 minute fun filled afternoon session of adventure, discovery and enrichment intramurals. For additional details, please contact Ryan Allen at allenr@northshoreymca.org
School Vacation Days
Grades: Kindergarten-5 Full Day Fee: Y Member $40 Community $45 Half Day Fee: Y Member $24 Community $29 Swim in the pool, scale the rock wall, tumble and bounce in the gymnastic center and enjoy open time, organized gym games and activities! Each vacation day is filled with special events, themes, fun and adventure! Full day program runs 7am-6pm and half-day runs 7am-12:30pm/12:30pm-6pm. For additional details, please contact Ryan Allen at allenr@northshoreymca.org March 29 & April 15-19
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GYMNASTICS
Tiny Tumblers
Through movement education children will develop body image, coordination, balance, peer socialization, music, movement, games and play. Many props are used such as balls, musical toys, parachutes and other bright and colorful objects that will attract your child’s attention!
Ages: 3 years Fee: Y Member $75 Community $113 Here is a great chance for children to participate in a variety of fun activities that develop motor and listening skills. This introductory class features tumbling, climbing, jumping and so much more. Class length is 45 minutes. HAV Y Monday 10:30am HAV Y Tuesday 10:30am; 4:00pm HAV Y Friday 10:30am; 4:45pm HAV Y Thursday 10:30am; 4:00pm HAV Y Saturday 9:30am
Parent & Tot Gym I
Preschool Gymnastics
Parent & Tot Gym Classes
Ages: 12 months-18 months Fee: Y Member $35 Community $47 In this gymnastics class, parents are given the opportunity to positively interact and support their child in a fun environment. Children will develop a positive body image, coordination, balance and peer socialization skills through social interaction, music, games, parachute play and gymnastics circuits. The floor and TumbleTrak will be explored. Class structure is very minimal, with the expectation that parents keep their children with the teacher. Class length is 45 minutes. HAV Y Friday 9:30am
Parent & Tot Gym II
Ages: 18 months-24 months Fee: Y Member $43 Community $66 In this gymnastics class, parents are given the opportunity to positively interact and support their child in a fun environment. Children will develop a positive body image, coordination, balance and peer socialization skills through social interaction, music, games, parachute play and gymnastics circuits. The floor and TumbleTrak 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. HAV Y Tuesday 9:30am HAV Y Thursday 10:30am HAV Y Saturday 8:45am
Parent & Tot Gym III
Ages: 24 months-36months Fee: Y Member $43 Community $66 Class length is 45 minutes. HAV Y Monday 10:30am HAV Y Tuesday 10:30am HAV Y Saturday 8:45am
Teeny Tiny Tumblers
Ages: 2.5-3.5 years With Parent Fee: Y Member $55 Community $93 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. HAV Y Monday 9:30am HAV Y Thursday 9:30am HAV Y Friday 9:30am HAV Y Saturday 8:45am
The recreational preschool gymnastics program is designed for boys & girls ages 4-6 who like to pursue gymnastics in a fun and non-competitive atmosphere. The emphasis in these classes is developing strength, flexibility and coordination through the use of gymnastic equipment as well as hoops, bean bags and balls. The children progress through the classes according to age and ability.
Junior Kinder Gym I
Ages: 3-4 years Fee: Y Member $75 Community $113 This is a class for children who have mastered the Tiny Tumblers class and are ready to move on. The children will have fun while working on all the events. HAV Y Sunday 9:30am
Kinder Gym I
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $75 Community $113 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. HAV Y Monday 9:30am HAV Y Wednesday 3:45pm HAV Y Thursday 9:30am; 3:45pm HAV Y Friday 10:30am HAV Y Saturday 9:30am HAV Y Sunday 10:15am
Boys Kinder Gym I & II
Ages: 4-6 years Fee: Y Member $75 Community $113 Kindergym is a great place to run, climb, jump and explore. This class introduces gymnastic skills that focus on balance, coordination, strength, motor skills and fun. HAV Y Thursday 4:00pm HAV Y Saturday 9:30am
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Kinder Gym II
Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $75 Community $113 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. HAV Y Monday 3:45pm HAV Y Tuesday 5:00pm; 5:45pm HAV Y Thursday 4:45pm HAV Y Friday 10:30am HAV Y Saturday 9:30am HAV Y Sunday 11:00am
Kinder Gym & Swim
Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $83 Community $124 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. HAV Y Saturday 10:30am-11:15am (Gymnastics) 11:20am-12:05pm (Swimming)
Kinder Gym III
Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $80 Community $121 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. HAV Y Tuesday 4:45pm HAV Y Saturday 10:15am
Kinder Gym IV
Ages: 5-6 years Fee: Y Member $90 Community $131 This 90 minute class is for children who have completed Kinder Gym Ill. The children will learn an advanced skill on each apparatus. Instructor recommendation is required. HAV Y Tuesday 4:45pm
Boys Extreme Sports
Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $83 Community $124 In this action-packed class, boys use Y gymnastics equipment in creative ways to increase strength, flexibility and agility. This is a great conditioning class for other sports. HAV Y Saturday 10:15am
Jr. Gym I & Swim Combo
Grades: 1-3 Fee: Y Member $89 Community $139 If your child loves gymnastics and swimming, then Jr. Gym & Swim was designed for your child. We have combined two of our most popular programs. The gymnastics will get their hearts pumping for 45 minutes, then off to the pool for a 30 minute swim lesson and 15 minutes of free swim. What a day at the Y! Wear your bathing suit to gymnastics for an easy transition to swim! HAV Y Friday 3:45pm-4:30pm (Gymnastics) 4:30pm-5:15pm (Swimming)
Girls Jr. & Sr. Gymnast I
Grades: 1 & up Fee: Y Member $83 Community $124 This class serves as an introduction to the sport of gymnastics. Starting in the beginner class promotes the confidence necessary in the sport of gymnastics. Basic gymnastics skills, body awareness and safety are emphasized and skills on all the available apparatus are introduced. Class length is one hour. HAV Y Tuesday 5:00pm HAV Y Wednesday 4:00pm HAV Y Friday 5:00pm HAV Y Saturday 10:15am
Girls Jr. & Sr. Gymnast II
Grades: 1 & up Fee: Y Member $83 Community $124 This class is for those who have mastered various skills in Jr. Gymnast I. Gymnasts will develop skills including backbends, round-offs and jumps on the beam. Class length is one hour. HAV Y Tuesday 4:00pm HAV Y Wednesday 6:30pm HAV Y Thursday 5:00pm HAV Y Friday 6:00pm HAV Y Saturday 11:15am
Girls Jr. & Sr. Gymnast III
Grades: 1 & up Fee: Y Member $94 Community $140 A class for the advanced students who have completed all of the skills in Jr. Gymnast II or have at least one year of experience. Gymnasts will complete back handsprings on floor, back hip circles on bars and handstands on the beam! Instructor recommendation required. Class length is an hour and a half. HAV Y Monday 4:00pm; 5:00pm HAV Y Wednesday 4:00pm HAV Y Saturday 11:15am
Girls Jr. & Sr. Gymnast IV
Grades: 1 & up Fee: Y Member $103 Community $154 A two hour class for advanced students who have completed Jr. Gymnast III. Students will continue to develop skills. Instructor recommendation required. HAV Y Monday 5:00pm-7:00pm HAV Y Tuesday 6:00pm-8:00pm HAV Y Saturday 11:15am-1:15pm
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen GYMNASTICS TEAM
It is our goal to bring every young athlete to her fullest potential in gymnastics. The Y’s Gym Star’s coaching staff is extremely passionate about our role in guiding gymnasts through training and helping to develop into strong athletes both mentally and physically. We are dedicated to offering the best professional instruction in an organized program that sets a high standard. Our goal is to bring out the best in every gymnast!
HEALTH & WELL-BEING
FIT-TASTIC KIDS
Pre-Team (Invitation Only)
Ages: 5 years & up This is a pre-competitive program for girls ages 5 and up. Participants must have completed Sr. Gymnast IV, or have been recommended by an instructor. Emphasis is placed on mastery of Level 4 skills, flexibility, strength and balance. Pre Team gymnasts will learn a routine to perform at gym shows.
Competitive Team Program
Ages: 5-18 years Currently the Gym Stars Gymnastics Team consists of a Level 4 and 5 Competitive Team. The gymnasts in this program are required to order a team uniform that will be worn at meets and events. The competitive season is between November and May. Gymnasts will have the opportunity to qualify for State and Regional Competitions. For more information about our gymnastics team please contact Gymnastics Director Judy Dugar at dugarj@northshoreymca.org or 978.374.0506 x1605.
High Five Challenge
Ages: 6-12 years Fee: Y Member $15 Community $20 The Haverhill YMCA Gymnastics Center is having a High Five Challenge. Girls and boys will have the opportunity to earn ribbons by taking part in varies fun gymnastics challenges such as jumps, rolls, cartwheels, handstands and rope climbing! Sign up early to reserve your spot. Space is limited. HAV Y Saturday, March 23 5:00pm-8:00pm
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. For more information, contact Tom Lavigne at lavignet@northshoreymca.org
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SPRING GYM SHOW Saturday, April 20 - 2:00pm Mark your calendar Saturday, April 20. The Haverhill YMCA Gymnastic Center will be holding a SPRING GYM SHOW! This is a time for all children, ages 3 and up, who are enrolled in gymnastics at the time of the show to show off their skills to family and friends! The Haverhill YMCA Gym Stars Gymnastics Team will also be performing! These teams have been hard at work perfecting their skills! This is an exciting day to see the progression from beginner to team level! You don't want to miss it! More information to follow.
Pentucket Medical Associates
Healthy Kids Day - April 27
On Healthy Kids Day, YMCAs across the country open their doors to the community and present special events, demos, giveaways, tours, sample classes, and more. It’s a nice way to see what your Y has to offer while also enjoying a fun family event!
Yoga For Kids
Yoga for Kids encourages their natural abilities and interests, while helping them develop strength, flexibility and an overall sense of well being. Breathing and visualization techniques teach kids how to focus, relax and develop self-control. Yoga for Kids allows kids to be kids.
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for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen Tini Yogini With Ann Biese
Ages: 2-5 years with Parent Fee: Y Member $45 Community $60 This program is designed to provide you with some powerful tools that will increase your chances for success in all areas of life. You will begin to learn what it takes to turn failure into success. You will be taught how to take what you learn and apply it to your everyday life. Most importantly, by the end of this program, you will have a clearer understanding of what it takes to achieve the highest levels of personal satisfaction through service to others. Questions should be directed to Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 or lavignet@northshoreymca.org. HAV Y Tuesday 10:00am-10:45am
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT/ TEENS Haverhill YMCA’s Youth & Teen Center
The Youth and Teen center is open to ages 8+ and offers supervised drop in time, homework help, free healthy snacks, clubs, special events and volunteer service clubs. Stop in and check out the monthly calendar and special events.
Teen Leaders Club
The Haverhill YMCA’s Teen Leaders Club is a volunteer based program designed to build leadership skills and confidence in teens. Leaders focus on volunteer work, academics, health and wellness while promoting the YMCA’s values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Y-Night
Grades: Middle School - High School Fee: $5 Saturday nights at the Haverhill YMCA is the place to be! YMCA staffed open times, tournaments, IPOD DJ, and special events! We also have a $1 pizza bar. HAV Y Saturday 7:00pm - 10:00pm
SPORTS & RECREATION Pee Wee Sports Mania
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $60 Community $80 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. HAV Y Thursday 10:30am HAV Y Thursday 5:00pm
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Sports Mania
Ages: 5-7 years Fee: Y Member $61 Community $89 In Sports Mania, children sample a variety of sports skills, build self-confidence and have fun. The Y’s Sports Mania feature 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. HAV Y Tuesday 5:00pm
Fish On!
Ages: 5-10 years Fee: Y Member $35 Community $55 Come and learn the basics of fishing. Young anglers will learn how to tie knots, casting techniques, fishing tactics and how to land a monster fish! The group meets at local fishing ponds throughout the city of Haverhill each week. Children are encouraged to bring their own tackle. The first class will be held at the Haverhill YMCA. Class will run for 60 minutes each week. For more information, please contact Clint Clay Haverhill YMCA Sports Director at clayc@northshoreymca.org. HAV Y Fridays 4:00pm
Pee Wee T-Ball League
Ages: 3-5 years League Fee: Y Member $55 Community $75 This outdoor fun introductory T-Ball League is a great exercise in developing team play concepts and motor skills. The League will be starting on April 27thand played for 6 weeks with end of the season celebration. The inclement weather location will be the Haverhill YMCA Gymnasium. For more information and volunteer opportunities please contact Clint Clay Haverhill YMCA Sports Director at clayc@northshoreymca.org.
Youth Summer Basketball League
Grades: 1-8 1st Child Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105 2nd Child Fee: Y Member $50 Community $75 Join our Youth Summer Basketball League! This summer time league is all fun and played at the Haverhill YMCA. League will consist of 6 week season. Games will be played during the week with no practices, team t-shirts are included. Players are selected through a blind draft and divisions may include two or more grades. Season begins June 10 and registration starts May 1. For additional information or volunteer opportunities please contact Clint Clay Haverhill YMCA Sports Director at clayc@northshoreymca.org
April Vacation Floor Hockey and Basketball Sports Fun Days
Ages: 6-12 years Daily Fee: Y Member $15 Community $25 This is an ideal opportunity for children who love Floor Hockey and Basketball. YMCA will help lead fun drill, simulated games and fun activities. All Players will receive a slice of pizza and a juice drink. Additional slices available for $1 HAV Y April 16 9:00am-12:00pm (Basketball) HAV Y April 17 9:00am-12:00pm (Floor Hockey) HAV Y April 18 9:00am-12:00pm (Basketball) HAV Y April 19 9:00am-12:00pm (Floor Hockey)
for Youth Development Nurturing the potential of every child and teen X Factor Basketball Training: Fundamental Dynamic Skills Academy
Grades: 3-8 Fee: $100 Our sessions will concentrate on building the essential foundation of fundamental skills that players can apply to competitive game situations. Players will perform 1 hour of dynamic up-tempo drills that will contribute to their strength & conditioning, offensive, and defensive skill sets. Drills are progressive throughout the 8 week session to incorporate muscle memory, coordination, and mental development completing the basketball learning environment. Performance competitions will occur during these sessions and players will be given home review sheets to do workouts on their own. HAV Y Thursdays 3:30pm-4:30pm
X Factor Basketball Training: Game Play Development
Grades: 5-8 Fee: $125 Our sessions continue the learning experience beyond skills and drills. Game play sessions will better prepare any player to recognize and act in competitive game settings. Our concentration involves 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, & 5v5 scenarios both offensively and defensively. Players will be groomed on the team concepts of motion and perimeter offense. Also, players will be groomed on the concepts of man to man and zone defense. HAV Y Thursdays 7:00pm-8:30pm
Youth Tae Kwon-Do
Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $66 Community $82 Tae Kwon-Do may be loosely translated as “the art of the foot and fist” or “the art of kicking and punching.” Tae Kwon-Do is a unique form of martial arts. It combines combat techniques, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation and philosophy. These fun and healthy choice classes are taught by Alison and John Reyes. Class meets in Program Room 4. HAV Y Tuesday 6:00pm (Beginners) HAV Y Thursday 6:00pm (Intermediate/Advanced) HAV Y Saturday 9:00am (All Ranks)
Tae Kwon-Do Patterns Class
April Vacation NERF Tournament
Ages: 6-9 & 10-13 years Fee: Y Member $20 per day Community $30 per day Bring your friends and join us again for some awesome NERF action this April Vacation as our friendly YMCA staff lead participants through awesome NERF and dodge ball battles. This is a great way to get your kids off the couch, and ensure they get the physical activity they need over the school break. We’ll even provide participants with a slice of pizza and refreshments for dinner (additional slices can be purchased for $1). Don’t have a toy, don’t worry! The YMCA has loaner equipment available. Need full day care? No worries! Just combine with our Half Day School Vacation Day program! HAV Y April 17 12:30pm-3:00pm HAV Y April 18 12:30pm-3:00pm
YMCA Climbing Instruction
YMCA Climbing is a great way to provide your child with physical activity, self-confidence, and the opportunity to socialize with peers in a safe and positive environment. From our Pee Wee Rock Climbing Class through our Y’z Guys Climbing Club, our adventure staff will ensure your child receives age and ability appropriate challenges. Participants will graduate to higher levels through session based assessments, and classes have low child to staff ratios. Best of all, our program is affordable; just compare our price to the competition!
Pee Wee Child/Adult Rock Climbing
Ages: 3 years & up Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80 YMCA Climbing is a great way to provide your child with physical activity, self-confidence, and the opportunity to socialize with peers in a safe and positive environment. From our Pee Wee Rock Climbing Class through our Y’z Guys Climbing Club, our adventure staff will ensure your child receives age and ability appropriate challenges. Participants will graduate to higher levels through session based assessments, and classes have low child to staff ratios. Best of all, our program is affordable; just compare our price to the competition! HAV Y Monday 9:00am HAV Y Saturday 10:00am
Pee Wee Rock Climbing
Ages: All Ages Fee: Y Member $74 Community $92 Tae Kwon-Do Patterns Class is geared towards intermediate and advanced students. This class is offered only to current students of the Tae Kwon-Do classes. Class is 45 minutes in length and held in Program Room 4. HAV Y Saturday 10:30am (Intermediate/Advanced)
Ages: 3-6 years Fee: Y Member $60 Community $90 Pee Wee rock climbing class introduces children to the exciting world of climbing. In this class children become familiar with climbing equipment and instructors and parents work together to assist in climbing. HAV Y Monday 9:00am HAV Y Saturday 10:00am
NERF Blasters
Home School Rock Climbing Lessons
Ages: 6-9 & 10-13 years Fee: Y Member $50 Community $75 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. HAV Y Wednesday 5:00pm
Ages: 6 years & up Fee: Y Member $60 Community $90 Rock Climbing helps build strength & confidence, and requires problem solving skills. Our Home School option is designed specifically for homeschool groups. Our staff will provide age appropriate climbing challenges for participants and ensure they get the physical fitness they require. All equipment is provided by the YMCA. Class runs 8 weeks. Class length is 55 minutes. HAV Y Monday 1:00pm
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Ages: 6-8 years Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 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. HAV Y Monday 4:00pm HAV Y Tuesday 5:00pm HAV Y Saturday 12:00pm
Rock Climbing Class Level II
Ages: 8-10 years Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 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. HAV Y Monday 6:00pm HAV Y Tuesday 6:00pm HAV Y Saturday 11:00am
Advanced Rock Climbing
Ages: 10-12 years Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 This class is designed for climbers looking for more of a challenge. Class includes belay instruction & exam, route setting, simulated lead climbing, and more advanced climbing techniques. All necessary equipment is provided by the YMCA. Class minimum of 4 participants; max of 8 participants. Session length is 8 weeks. Class runs 55 minutes. HAV Y Monday 6:00pm HAV Y Tuesday 6:00pm HAV Y Saturday 11:00am
Teen Rock Climbing
Ages: 13-18 years Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 What better way is there to hang with your friends! Our Teen Rock Climbing class is designed for all abilities and provides an opportunity for teens to challenge themselves and develop at their own pace. Participants are encourage to bring in their favorite (appropriate) music to play, and are even invited to join our Y’z Guys on trips to other area climbing locations! All necessary equipment is provided by the YMCA. Class minimum of 4 participants; max of 8 participants. Session length is 8 weeks. Class runs 55 minutes. HAV Y Wednesday 6:00pm
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Y’z Guys Climbing Team
Grades: 5-10 Fee: Y Member $66/month Community $99/month Additional fees will apply for competitions and travel. This program is a great way to get introduced to the sport of competitive climbing. Our staff will teach, train, and help motivate participants looking to get into competition shape. The club is made up of advanced climbers and requires students to be belay certified. Participants will have the opportunity to travel to other climbing locations to view or participate in climbing competitions and practices. Sessions run monthly. Class length is 2 hours. Transportation may be required for off-site events. HAV Y Wednesday 6:00pm
Intro To Archery
Ages: 6-10 years Fee: Y Member $81 Community $121 This class is designed for younger participants with little to no previous archery experience. Weekly lessons include safety, equipment knowledge, basic skills and technique, and fun practice games. All equipment is provided by the YMCA. Session length is 8 weeks. Class Length is 55 minutes and is held in the Racquetball Court. HAV Y Monday 5:00pm HAV Y Saturday 9:00am
Basic Indoor Archery
Ages: 10-14 years Fee: Y Member $88 Community $132 This class is designed for slightly older participants with little or no previous archery experience. In addition to lessons on safety, equipment, and fun practice activities, participants will learn the 10 basic steps of archery and how to put them into practice. All equipment is provided by the YMCA. Session length is 8 weeks. Class Length is 55 minutes and is held in the Racquetball Court. HAV Y Monday 6:00pm HAV Y Saturday 10:00am
Beginner Learn To Swim Week
Fee: Y Member FREE Community $15 This swim week is for children that have never participated in a swim lesson before and are looking to get more comfortable in the water before summer comes. HAV Y Mon/Tues/Weds/Thurs
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MEET & GREET WITH THE SWIM INSTRUCTORS!
Perch II
Ages: 26 months-36 months Fee: Y Member $28 Community $42 This is an advanced class for those little ones looking for a little more swimming with mom or dad. Perch II will focus more on swimming skills and working to become more independent from their parent. We will sing songs and play games, but this will be a more structured swim class. HAV Y Monday 9:30am; 4:00pm HAV Y Tuesday 9:30am HAV Y Thursday 9:30am; 3:30pm HAV Y Saturday 8:10am; 9:20am HAV Y Sunday 8:15am
Swim Evaluation For Swim Lessons April 23: 4:55pm-5:40PM Come meet your swim instructor for the Spring II session before classes starts. Participants will also be able to enjoy an hour of open swim during this time. This is another great way to make sure your child is in the right swimming level before classes start. ** Swim evaluations can also be given during this time (no appointment needed). If you have any questions, please call the Aquatic Office at 978-374-0506 x 1606.
Shrimp, Kipper, Inia
Ages: 6 months-18 months Fee: Y Member $28 Community $42 Shrimp, Kipper and Inia are parent-child classes for children ages 6 months through 18 months. Parents attend class with their child and join in all activities. Class length is 30 minutes. HAV Y Wednesday 9:30am; 3:30pm HAV Y Thursday 9:00am HAV Y Friday 9:30am HAV Y Saturday 8:45am HAV Y Sunday 8:50am
Perch I
Ages: 19 months-36 months Fee: Y Member $28 Community $42 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. HAV Y Monday 9:30am; 4:00pm HAV Y Tuesday 9:30am HAV Y Wednesday 3:30pm HAV Y Thursday 9:30am; 3:30pm HAV Y Saturday 8:10am HAV Y Sunday 8:15am
Ages: 3 years & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community FREE Bring your child to be evaluated on their swimming ability and placed accordingly in an appropriate level. Please contact Roshelle Ogden at 978.374.0506 x 1606 to schedule an appointment.
Semi-Private Preschool Class
Ages: 3 years & up Fee: Y Member $90 Community $135 This class is for preschoolers that may want a little more one on one attention than they would receive with a regular group lesson. The capacity of this class will be maximum of 3 preschoolers. Swimmers should have pike/eel equivalent swimming abilities. The instructor will also work on each swimmer’s individual needs. HAV Y Monday 5:10pm HAV Y Tuesday 1:30pm HAV Y Thursday 1:30pm
Pike With Parent
Ages: 3 years & up Fee: Y Member $40 Community $60 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. HAV Y Wednesday 9:00am, 4:05pm HAV Y Thursday 4:05pm HAV Y Saturday 9:55am HAV Y Sunday 9:25am
Preschool Swimming I
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93 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. HAV Y Monday 4:00pm; 5:10pm HAV Y Tuesday 3:30pm HAV Y Wednesday 9:30am; 3:30pm HAV Y Thursday 9:00am; 3:30pm HAV Y Friday 9:00am HAV Y Saturday 8:10am; 8:45am; 9:20am HAV Y Sunday 8:15am; 9:25am
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Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93 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. HAV Y Monday 9:00am; 4:35pm HAV Y Tuesday 9:00am HAV Y Wednesday 9:00am HAV Y Thursday 4:40pm HAV Y Friday 3:55pm HAV Y Saturday 9:20am; 9:55am HAV Y Sunday 8:50am
Preschool Swimming IIB
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93 Formerly known as RAY. For children to build on Preschool Swimming IIA skills. Skills learned include rotary breathing, front crawl, diving and back crawl. HAV Y Monday 4:35pm HAV Y Tuesday 3:30pm HAV Y Wednesday 4:05pm HAV Y Thursday 4:05pm HAV Y Saturday 8:45am HAV Y Sunday 8:15am; 8:50am
Preschool Swimming III
Ages: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93 Formerly known as RAY/STARFISH COMBO. For children who have mastered all Preschool Swimming II skills. Skills learned include the learning how to swim without flotation for 5 feet or more, stroke and endurance skills. HAV Y Thursday 4:40pm HAV Y Friday 3:55pm HAV Y Saturday 9:55am HAV Y Sunday 9:25am
Youth Swimming IA
Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $67 Community $100 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. HAV Y Tuesday 4:05pm HAV Y Wednesday 4:40pm HAV Y Friday 4:30pm HAV Y Saturday 10:30am
Youth Swimming IB
Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $67 Community $100 Formerly known as GUPPY. For children to build on Youth Swimming IA skills and develop comfort in deep water. HAV Y Monday 5:45pm HAV Y Tuesday 4:05pm HAV Y Wednesday 4:40pm HAV Y Friday 5:55pm HAV Y Saturday 10:30am
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Youth Swimming II
Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $67 Community $100 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. HAV Y Monday 5:45pm HAV Y Wednesday 5:30pm HAV Y Saturday 11:20am
Youth Swimming III
Ages: 6-16 years Fee: Y Member $67 Community $100 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. HAV Y Wednesday 5:30pm HAV Y Thursday 6:45pm
Porpoise Club
Grades: 10 years & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $78 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. HAV Y Thursday 5:55pm
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Private/Semi-Private Swim Lessons
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.
www.ynssharks.net YNS Sharks Swim Team
Grades: Kindergarten-12 Fee: Varies The YMCA of the North Shore swim team strives to teach, train and motivate children to achieve their potential in competitive swimming. We create valuable experiences carried throughout life. Our direction and philosophy applies to the novice as well as the national caliber athlete. Our highly specialized coaching staff emphasizes a 10:1 swimmer to coach ratio, a year-round program, and ability-based practice groups. For more information, contact YNS Sharks at 978.564.3904 or online at www.ynssharks.net.
Intro to Synchronized Swimming
Grades: 1 & up Fee: Y Member $52 Community $78 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. HAV Y Saturday 12:45pm-1:30pm
Ages: All Ages Private Fee: Y Member $35/lesson $115/4 lessons $200/8 lessons Community $50/lesson $172/4 lessons $300/8 lessons Semi-Private Prices for 2 Swimmers Fee: Y Member $50/lesson $160/4 lessons $300/8 lessons Community $75/lesson $230/4 lessons $400/8 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. For more information, please contact Roshelle Ogden at 978.374.0506 x 1606 to schedule an appointment.
Fun Swim Meet
For All YMCA Lesson Participants This will be a free fun swim meet for anyone currently enrolled in swim lessons. What each child swims will be determined by their swim level from these four strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. At the end there will be a fun relay followed by pizza and ribbons for all participants. More info will be handed out by instructors. If you have any questions please call the Aquatic Office at 978.374.0506 x 1606. HAV Y Saturday, April 6
Moving Up Pizza & Swim Party
Invitations for this event will be given out at the end of the Spring I session to children that have graduated up to the next level. Ribbons will be distributed to the kids graduating to the next swim level. Immediately followed by open swim time for participants and their families. Make sure you bring your swim suits! If you have any questions please call the Aquatic Office at 978.374.0506 x 1606. HAV Y Saturday, April 27
Introduction To Swim Team
Ages: 4-7 years Fee: Y Member $67 Community $100 Designed for younger swimmers who are interested in learning the skills needed for competitive swimming, the focus of 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. HAV Y Tuesday 5:45pm
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FAMILY TIME Friday Fun Nights
Grades: Kindergarten-4 Fee: Y Member $6 Community $10 Family: Y Member $12 Community $18 Now grades K-4! Spend the evening at the Haverhill YMCA! Participants enjoy fun and well organized activities and special themes evenings 6-9pm in the gymnasium, gymnastics, and pool. Pizza and drink are also included. Families are also invited to spend the evening with us and enjoy a night out together! Contact allenr@northshoreymca.org 978.374.0506 x 1604
YMCA Play Group
Fee: Y Member FREE Community FREE Play group is based at the Haverhill YMCA. Fun and creative activities, games, social time and networking for parents. Group meets in the Haverhill YMCA’s gymnasium. Play group activity and outing schedule is available online at www.northshoreymca.org HAV Y Friday 10:00am
Open Rock Climbing
Ages: 3 years & up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $7 Family: Y Member FREE Community $15 Open Rock Climbing is an opportunity for you or your entire family to hone your skills on our climbing walls. Rock climbing is a great way to build strength & coordination, self confidence, and to just have fun! Our friendly staff will provide safe and skill appropriate challenges for all ages and abilities. So what are you waiting for? Get down here and get rock’n. HAV Y Monday 7:00pm-8:00pm HAV Y Thursday 7:00pm-8:00pm HAV Y Saturday 9:00am-10:00am
Pirate’s Pool Party...ARGHHH!
Ages: All Ages Fee: Y Member $10/person Community $15/person Y Member $20/family Community $25/family Come be a pirate and walk the plank into our pool of fun. Families will enjoy open swim with games and prizes. Pizza and refreshments will be served (included in price). All kids will go home with a bag of Pirate’s Booty Argh!! If you have any questions please call the Aquatic Office at 978.374.0506 x 1606. HAV Y April 19 3:00pm-5:00pm
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Birthday Parties
The Haverhill YMCA is committed to providing the very best birthday party experience for your child. Celebrate your child’s special day in their favorite YMCA activity while our skilled and enthusiastic staff creates a fun, memorable, affordable and easy experience for you. We offer YMCA quality birthday parties with the interests and expectations of you and your child in mind. Choose from a variety of program areas and packages in Sports, Rock Climbing, Pool or Gymnastics. For more information, please contact Kelly Murphy at 978-374-0506 x 2601 or murphyk@northshoreymca.org Create Your Own Theme Do you have a unique themed birthday party idea and just need a little help pulling it together? Create your own themed Birthday Party! LEGO, Archery, Costume, Dodge ball Tea Party, Sports Team, Cheer, NERF, Spa, Princess Dance, Teen Parties…
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HEALTH & WELL-BEING FITNESS ORIENTATIONS Right Start Orientation
Ages: 14 years & up Fee: Y Member FREE This free program is available to all members just starting out on their fitness journey. New members will team you up with one of our fitness staff who will get them acquainted with our fitness center and its equipment over two 1-hour sessions. Your last meeting with our fitness staff will explain all of the options available if you are still looking for that individual attention. For more information, please contact Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607
PERSONAL SERVICES Personal Training
Ages: 14 years & up How would you like your own personal fitness coach to help you lose weight, build muscle, improve blood pressure and cholesterol, decrease your risk of disease or just feel better overall? Our certified personal trainers are ready to help you achieve your health and fitness goals in less time by designing a personalized exercise program catered to your needs, and by coaching you every step of the way. Take control of your health! Please contact Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607 for details on pricing and availability. Personal Training Prices: 60 Minute PT
Semi Private
1 Session = $50
1 Session = $65
3 Sessions = $140
3 Sessions = $185
5 Sessions = $230
5 Sessions = $300
10 Sessions = $425
10 Sessions = $580
20 Sessions = $700
20 Sessions = $820
30 Minute PT
Semi Private
1 Session = $30
1 Session = $45
5 Sessions = $125
5 Sessions = $175
10 Sessions = $230
10 Sessions = $300
20 Sessions = $420
20 Sessions = $580
15 Minute Stretches
Special Packages
1 Stretch = $15
Buy 5 get one FREE (Save $70)
5 Stretches = $60
Buy 10 get one FREE (Save $125)
10 Stretches = $100
Buy 20 get three FREE (Save $450)
5 Weeks To Fitness
Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $72 Community $105 5 Weeks to Fitness is a program that is designed to get anyone started down the path to a healthier lifestyle. Everyone who registers is assigned their own personal fitness coach whom they will meet with for 1 hour once a week for 5 consecutive weeks. After establishing your goals, your fitness coach will work with you to develop a plan to get you on the path to that healthier lifestyle. Questions about 5 Weeks to Fitness should be directed to Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607.
Massage
Ages: 18 years & up Fee: $30 (30 minute session) $60 (60 minute session) $80 (90 minute session) $150 (3 pack of 60 minute sessions) $240 (5 pack of 60 minute sessions) $420 (10 pack of 60 minute sessions) The Haverhill Y offers members a variety of personal massage options, performed by a licensed massage therapist. Offerings include Sweedish Massage, Foot Reflexology, Craniosacral Therapy, and Deep Tissue Massages. Please contact Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607 to schedule an appointment today.
Personal Flexibility Assessment
Fee: Y Member $20 Community $30 This is a 30 minute appointment that could very well change your opinion of stretching forever. In this session your trainer will assess the symmetry of your flexibility in order to identify muscular imbalances that may be contributing to chronic joint or muscle pain. You will leave this appointment feeling incredible and will be provided with a personalized stretching prescription that will allow you to address these imbalances and help you increase mobility, improve posture, and decrease acute or chronic pain in the body. For information, please contact Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607.
Body Fat Analysis
Ages: 14 years & up Fee: Y Member $10 Community $15 There are many ways to measure your progress pertaining to exercise. Body composition is the percentage of body fat and lean muscle mass that makes up your body weight. It is a much more accurate measurement of progress than the “typical” scale method. To schedule an appointment or to have your questions answered on how you can benefit from a body comp. test, contact Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607.
20 Stretches = $160
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Success Unlimited with Tom!
Ages: 11 years & up Fee: Y Member $20 Community $35 This beginner’s running schedule has helped thousands of new runners get off the couch and onto the roads; running 3 miles in just two months. Registrants will obtain all the required workouts weekly to train for the 5K. For additional information on coaching support or general questions please contact Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607 or lavignet@northshoreymca.org.
Fee: Y Member $30 Community $45 This program is designed to provide you with some powerful tools that will increase your chances for success in all areas of life. You will begin to learn what it takes to turn failure into success. You will be taught how to take what you learn and apply it to your everyday life. Most importantly, by the end of this program, you will have a clearer understanding of what it takes to achieve the highest levels of personal satisfaction through service to others. Questions should be directed to Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607 or lavignet@northshoreymca.org. HAV Y Mondays 6:00pm
Introduction To Group Exercise
The Paleo Challenge
Couch To 5K
Fee: Y Member FREE Community $10 Are you new to group exercise classes? Don’t know the lingo? Not sure about etiquette? Possibly have an injury and would like to get some feedback from an instructor about modifications? If you answer “YES” to any of these questions then this is a class that you have to be at! Group exercise can be an amazing experience in your life. There is a special dynamic involved when working out in the presence of others. Energy is shared, friendly competition ensues, and lifelong friends are made. Bury all of your excuses for good. Now is the time to find out about all the benefits of group exercise classes here at the Y. The class will be facilitated by Deb Condon our very own group exercise coordinator, personal trainer and group exercise instructor of many classes with over 10 years of experience in the industry. All material will be covered in each class so there is no need to attend both unless it is your preference. For more information please contact Deb at condond@northshoreymca.org.
30 Minute Group QuickFIT Workouts
Ages: 14 years & up Fee: $35/class (5 sessions) $60/class (10 sessions) $100/class (20 sessions) $280/class (40 sessions) Finally the fastest and most effective fitness routine on the planet is available at the Y! QuickFIT, inspired by CrossFit, is a unique blend of constantly varied functional movements performed at high intensity. Your very own Health and Wellness Director Tom Lavigne has been researching CrossFit for years and over the last 6 months has personally implemented it with his clients for amazing results! QuickFIT sessions will be offered 30 minutes at a time with anywhere from 1 to 5 people working out at a time. All movements are scalable based on ability level and all workouts are timed to help you measure your progress as you improve. All classes will be free from November 5th through the 18th so swing by during the posted times and find out if QuickFIT Training is the answer you’ve been looking for. For more information, please contact Tom Lavigne at lavignet@northshoreymca.org or 978.374.0506 x 1607 HAV Y Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:30pm HAV Y Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-9:30am
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Fee: Y Member $20 Community $25 The Paleo Challenge is not your average nutritional support group. It is not your average fad diet. Consequently it does not provide you with average results. This is one of the most effective ways of eating that a person can possibly engage in. The Paleo Diet consists of Fruits, Vegetables, Nuts, Seeds, Lean Meats, Fish and Eggs. With foods like beans, dairy, wheat and grains being omitted. It’s easier than you think and will change your body and your life for the better. 30 Days of sugar free and grain free eating and you won’t believe the results! Facilitated by Lorryn Kinkaid, LMT, we will meet once a week to review the program, provide support, tips recipes and more. Join us for this year’s Paleo Challenge! For more information please contact Lorryn Kinkaid at lorryn@stresssolutions.biz. To read up on the Paleo Diet visit www.RobbWolf.com. HAV Y Tuesday 10:00am HAV Y Friday 10:00am
SPECIALTY FITNESS PROGRAMS Mommy Boot Camp
Ages: Parent with a Child Under 4 Fee: Y Member $35 Community $50 (Once A Week) Y Member $55 Community $70 (Twice A Week) Y Member $75 Community $90 (Three Times A Week) Any new parents out there looking to take their fitness to the next level? Well here is your chancel The Haverhill Y is now offering Mommy Boot Camp, a fitness class held here at the Y that you can attend with your child. In fact, kids are required! This exercise program will include body weight exercises and resistance band work all with the goal of getting you seriously fit. As winter approaches, what a perfect time for you and your child to enjoy exercising indoors together. Join us for this incredibly fun Fall adventure. For more info please contact Tom Lavigne at 978.374.0506 x 1607. HAV Y Monday 9:30am-10:30am HAV Y Wednesday 9:30am-10:30am HAV Y Friday 9:30am-10:30am
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ROAD RACES
SPORTS & RECREATION Adult Tae Kwon-Do
Ages: 18 years & up Fee: Y Member $74 Community $100 Tae Kwon-Do may be translated as “the art of the foot and fist” or “the art of kicking and punching.” Tae Kwon-Do is a unique form of martial arts. It combines combat techniques, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation and philosophy. This active healthy choice class is taught by Alison and John Reyes. Class meets in Program Room 4. HAV Y Thursday 6:45pm-7:30pm HAV Y Saturday 9:45pm-10:30am Lace up your running shoes in 2013 for another exciting year of racing! We will be hosting 12 fun and exciting races all across the North Shore that will feature some awesome prizes for everyone who participates! Whether you’re a novice or competitive runner we encourage you to sign up today and be a part of the series! For details on the North Shore Road Race Series go to www.northshoreymca.org/roadraces Contact Barbara Berry, Road Race Coordinator at berryb@northshoreymca.org
30+ Adult Basketball League
Team Fee: $400 Indicidual: $65 This league is designed for adults who are looking for a fun and competitive league. Season will last 10 weeks including playoffs. Teams must be paid in full before season starts. Rosters may not have more than 10 players. Players must attend at least 6 of the 8 regular season games to be eligible for playoffs. Games will be held on Tuesday nights each week. For additional league information, please contact Clint Clay at clayc@northshoreymca.org and/or 978.374.0506. Starts May 14. HAV Y Tuesdays 6:30pm-9:30pm
COMMUNITY EDUCATION YMCA Lifeguard Training
Ages: 16 years & up Fee: Y Member $290 Community $435 Students are trained in the nationally recognized YMCA Lifeguard Course including CPR, First Aid, 02 and AED. Certification is determined by successful completion of a comprehensive written exam and water test. Swimming skills are a prerequisite and attendance in all classes is mandatory. Participants must be at least 16 years of age by the start of the session. Must attend all classes. Please be sure to update your email address as there is online pre course work. If you have any questions please call the Aquatic Office at 978.374.0506 x 1606. HAV Y April 15-19
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GIVING Support Our Youth and Teens
Interested in supporting the Haverhill Youth & Teen center or making a donation? Contact Ryan Allen 978.374.0506 x 1604 or allenr@northshoreymca.org. •
Making a Y For All donation in a loved one’s honor
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Designating the Y as your business’s holiday charity organization
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Making a child’s dream come true with a holiday gift
At our Y, we have plenty of ways to get involved. The holidays are always busy, but we have opportunities that can help you reconnect to the true meaning of the season. To learn more, ask your local front desk or visit www.northshoreymca.org.
Did you know...? The Haverhill 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.
Help the Y make a difference. It’s never too late to help my community with a gift to the Y For All campaign. Swing by the front desk or visit: www.northshoreymca.org/donate Thank you!
Y FOR ALL KICKOFF BREAKFAST Friday, March 8 Join us for our Y For All Community Kickoff Breakfast on Friday, March 8 at the Haverhill Country Club. Complimentary breakfast and learn about how you help us reach our goal to impact all.
ART AUCTION FOR Y FOR ALL Got Books?
Please remember to bring donated books to our Got Books? container located in the Verizon parking lot. All books donated will provide funds to support youth and families of the Haverhill YMCA. We also accept any clothing donations to help support and provide for those in need with in our community.
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Celebrate a night of fun and art as the Children’s Learning Center hosts an Art Auction for the Y for All campaign. Participate in the silent auction and take part in the raffle to win some baskets or free classes. Even see what the bake sale has to offer! HAV Y April 25 6:00pm-7:00pm
for social responsibility Giving back and providing support to our neighbors PLANNED GIVING The YMCA has recently launched a new planned giving initiative. Common planned gifts include a gift made through one’s will, life insurance policy, or retirement plan. All gifts benefit our endowment, a permanent fund used to support the Y. Gifts made to the endowment today will help support future generations. All those who make a gift will be invited to join the Triangle Society, our planned giving recognition society.
VOLUNTEERISM VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The Haverhill YMCA has many volunteer opportunities. Contact the YMCA at 978.374.0506 or check the web for details. www.northshoreymca.org • • •
Youth and Teen Center: Mentors and homework helpers Sports League: Time keepers and Coaches Adventure: NERF club and class assistant
Member Greeter
Greet arriving members with a smile and help to get their time at the Y off to a great start! In addition to making members feel welcome, responsibilities include handing out towels, distributing and collecting locker keys, and scanning member cards.
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Haverhill YMCA 81 Winter Street Haverhill, MA 01830
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TAKE ON THE 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
NEW SWIMMING PROGRAMS This session, the six North Shore Y’s will launch this new swim lesson structure, designed to streamline your registration process and improve consistency across all swim skill levels. With this new series-based approach, your child will build confidence with clear progression during each session.
HEALTHY KIDS DAY - APRIL 27 On Healthy Kids Day, YMCAs across the country open their doors to the community and present special events, demos, giveaways, tours, sample classes, and more. It’s a nice way to see what your Y has to offer while also enjoying a fun family event!