FALL INTO FUN & GROW TOGETHER Fall I Program Session September 6-October 31 LYNCH/VAN OTTERLOO YMCA
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE The YMCA of the North Shore Theatre Company Presents Auditions for
Willy Wonka Jr. Ages: 6+
Private Lessons– Acting and Voice
Ages: All Ages Fee: Varies (1) 45 Minute Lesson: Y Members $45 Community $70 (4) 45 Minute Lesson: Y Members $160 Community $235 Individual lessons or packs of four are available. Customize your own one-on-one Performing Arts Class and we will match you with one of our many talented instructors. Arranged by appointment, with times and locations catered to participant, options include, but are not limited to acting and voice. Contact Samantha Gambaccini at gambaccinis@northshoreymca.org to sign up. Voice Recitals are offered with Private Lessons.
Mini Magic Musicals: Frozen!
Ages: 4-7 years Fee: Y Members $65 Community $80 Your dramatic young star will shine in a mini stage production. Rehearse songs and scenes while being coached on stage presence, confidence and basic theatre terms. Class culminates in a performance for friends and family. Space is limited. Class Runs 45 minutes. LVO Friday 3:15pm
Private Guitar Lessons
Ages: 8 years & older Fee: Y Member $160 Community $210 Learn guitar or perfect your chords with an experienced instructor. All levels welcome, guitars will be provided or bring your own. Time slots available after school and evenings. This is a block of eight weeks/30 minute lessons. For more information, please contact John Brinkman, Teen Program Coordinator at 781.990.7013 or brinkmanj@northshoreymca.org schedules or want to dip a toe into what it’s like to be in a play! SALY Thursdays 4:00pm-5:00pm
Salem YMCA -Ames Memorial Hall: Friday, September 12 5:00-7:00pm Saturday, September 13 10:00am-1:00pm Callbacks: Sunday, September 14 2:00-4:00pm Performances Dates: November 21 at 7:00pm November 22 at 5:00pm November 23 at 2:00pm Join our audition workshop: Tuesday, September 9 5:00-7:00pm Learn what to expect in an audition and strengthen your audition abilities. An audition deposit of $35* is due at auditions. Sign up for an audition slot by September 5th and we will waive your audition deposit! The audition deposit is applied toward your production fee when you accept your role in the production. *If you decide not to participate, the $35 is non-refundable. For more information, please contact Nicole Leotsakos at leotsakosn@northshoreymca.org.
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE Story & Song Fee:
Y Member $50 Community $65 This class gives you the chance to sing and explore stories with your little star! Play instruments, sing songs, listen to stories and learn to act them out. Class length is 30 minutes. Ages: 2-3 years Mommy & Me LVO Friday 10:30– 11:00am Ages: 3-4 years Student Only LVO Friday 11:15– 11:45am
Story, Song, and Dance! Fee:
Y Member $145 Community $160 Enjoy all the fun of Story & Song paired with a Monday ballet class with the Boston Ballet! On Monday’s students will begin with an introduction to dance and movement. On Friday’s students will enjoy singing, stories, and learn fundamental theatre skills. Ages: 2-3 years Mommy & Me LVO Monday Dance 10:30– 11:15am Friday Theatre 10:30-11:00am Ages: 3-4 years Student Only LVO Monday Dance 11:15– 12:00am Friday Theatre 11:15-11:45am
Jr. Actors Club: Willy Wonka Jr. Fee:
Y Members $95 Community $115 This once a week class meets and rehearses as a sister club to our full production of Willy Wonka Jr. Learn 2 scenes or songs from our current theatrical production and perform alongside our cast show weekend! Class will meet during Willy Wonka Jr.’s rehearsal time and join the cast for rehearsals. Learn the basics of singing, dancing, and acting. Shine on stage in your very own costume under the lights! This class offers a great alternative to our full theatrical production for kids who have busy schedules or want to dip a toe into what it’s like to be in a play! Ages: 4-9 years SALY Thursdays 4pm-5pm
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Triple Threat: Sing, Dance, Act!
Fee:
Y Member $150 or $65 for Second Hour Only Community $180 or $80 for Second Hour Only This once a week, two hour class offers young students a balanced performing arts foundation. Student begin with an hour of ballet with the Boston Ballet School. Followed by an hour of acting and vocal training. Classes can be taken together or separately. Ages 7 years and up LVO Friday Dance 3:30-4:30pm Theatre 4:30-5:30pm
Glee Club & Glee Club Jr.* Fee:
Members Community
$65 $70
Glee Open to singers ages 11-18 years BEAT BOXERS NEEDED! Glee Club is a much sought after a cappella performance group on the North Shore. In its second year, Glee Club seeks to provide young musicians with advanced level singing and musicianship. Glee Club sings all styles of music and even works together to create some of their own arrangements. This group will perform frequently, and requires a certain level of commitment to participate. Glee Jr. Open to singers ages 8-12 years Learn the ins and outs of a cappella singing! This is a preparation class for overall musicianship, group singing and a cappella style. This group may perform some concerts, but will primarily prepare the students for Glee Club or future advanced a cappella groups. Rehearsal Times Will Be Determined Pending Auditions & Schedules of Singers. On average, both groups will rehearse once a week. *Space is limited dependent on auditions. GLEE AUDITION DATES Sun 9/14 - Auditions Salem YMCA - 5-7PM Mon 9/15 - Auditions Beverly Cabot St YMCA - 5-7PM Tues 9/16 - Callbacks - Salem Y Music Studio - 5:30PM-8:30PM Please prepare a 1 minute a cappella piece of your choosing, any song, any style that shows off your range. Please be prepared for some ear training and vocal range assessment. Contact Samantha Gambaccini for more information. gambaccinis@northshoreymca.org
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ARTS, THEATRE & DANCE
If you are interested in any Boston Ballet programs, please visit us on the 2nd floor of the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA or visit our website, www.bostonballet.org/school. Questions or prefer to register off-line? Please contact us at 617.456.6333.
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GYMNASTICS Baby Gym Ages: Fee:
9 months-12 months Y Member $115 Community $165 As babies ages 6 months to 1 year begin walking and gain mobility, instructors introduce new and stimulating activities. Parents are led through a variety of beginning stretches, exercises, infant songs and balance and agility skills. A great class to enhance your baby’s physical and cognitive development and provide parents an opportunity to make new friends! Parent participation required. Class length is 40 minutes. LVO Thursday 9:45am
Parent & Tot Gym I Ages: Fee:
12-24 months Y Member $115 Community $165 In this gymnastics class, parents are given the opportunity to positively interact and support their child in a fun environment. Children develop healthy habits, coordination, balance and peer socialization skills through social interaction, music, games, parachute play and gymnastics circuits. The floor, tumble trak, trampoline and pit will be explored. Class structure is very minimal, parent participation required with the expectation that parents keep their children with the teacher. Class Length is 40 minutes. LVO Monday 9:00am LVO Thursday 9:45am LVO Friday 9:30am LVO Saturday 9:00am
Parent Tot Gym II and Dancers Ages: Fees:
24-36 months Y member Community
$190 $285
Combine your toddlers’ gymnastics class with a ballet class which utilizes music and movement structured in a fun routine that helps improve your toddlers muscle strength, balance and coordination. Parent Participation required. Class length 1 hour and 25 minutes. LVO Monday 9:00 - 9:40am (gymnastics) 10:30—11:15am (ballet)
Parent & Tot Gym II Ages: Fee:
24-36 months Y Member $115 Community $165 In this gymnastics class, parents are given the opportunity to positively interact and support their child in a fun environment. Children will develop healthy habits, coordination, balance and peer socialization skills through social interaction, music, games, parachute play, and gymnastics circuits. The floor, tumble trak, trampoline and pit will be explored. In this class, the instructor will begin to introduce skills, with parental participation. Class length is 40 minutes. LVO Monday 9:00 am LVO Wednesday 10:15am LVO Thursday 10:30am LVO Friday 9:30am LVO Saturday 9:00am
Teeny Tiny Tumblers Ages: Fee:
2.5-3.5 years Y Member $115 Community $165 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. Parent participation required. Class length is 40 minutes. LVO Monday 9:45am LVO Tuesday 10:30am LVO Friday 10:15am
Teeny Tiny Tumblers and Dancers Ages: Fee:
2.5-3.5 years Y Member $195 Community $290 This 8 week class session combines the fun of both gymnastics and dance! At gymnastics, we introduce your child to tumbling, climbing, jumping, and so much more. In the ballet studio, children are introduced to the world of dance through creativity, movement, storylines, and music. 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. Parent participation required. LVO Monday 9:45—11:15 am Gymnastics 9:45—10:10 am Dance 10:30—11:15 am
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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GYMNASTICS Tiny Tumblers
Ages: Fee:
3 years Y Member $115 Community $165 Children 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 40 minutes. LVO Monday 10:30am LVO Wednesday 11:00am LVO Thursday 1:00pm LVO Friday 3:15pm LVO Saturday 9:45am
Tiny Tumblers II Ages: Fee:
3.5—4Years Y Member $115 Community $160 For experienced preschoolers who have already taken some classes to learn additional skills. Class length is 40 minutes. LVO Tuesday 11:15am LVO Wednesday 11:00am LVO Saturday 9:45am
Tiny Tumblers and Dancers Ages: Fee:
3-4 years Y Member $190 Community $285 This 8 week class session combines the fun of both gymnastics and dance! At gymnastics, we introduce your child to tumbling, climbing, jumping, and so much more. In the ballet studio, children are introduced to the world of dance through creativity, movement, storylines, and music. The class begins with 40 minutes of gymnastics followed by 45 minutes of dance. Children can wear a leotard or something comfortable to move in. Ballet slippers recommended. LVO Monday 10:30 - 12:00pm Gymnastics 10:30—11:10 am Dance 11:15—12:00 pm
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Boys Extreme Sports Ages: Fee:
4-6 years Y Member $115 Community $165 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. Class Length is 40 minutes. LVO Tuesday 1:00pm
Preschool Gym I Ages: Fee:
4-5 years Y Member Community Class length is 40 minutes. LVO Monday LVO Tuesday LVO Wednesday LVO Thursday LVO Friday LVO Saturday
Preschool Gym II Ages: Fee:
4-5 years Y Member Community Class length is 40 minutes. LVO Monday LVO Tuesday LVO Wednesday LVO Friday LVO Saturday
$115 $165 1:00 pm 12:15pm 12:15pm 3:15pm 9:45am
Kinder Gym I $115 $165 1:00pm 12:15pm 11:00 am 1:00pm 3:15pm 9:45am
Ages: Fee:
5-6 years Y Member $140 Community $205 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 1 hour. LVO Monday 3:00pm LVO Tuesday 3:00pm 4:20pm LVO Thursday 3:00pm LVO Friday 3:15pm LVO Saturday 10:30am
Kinder Gym II PRESCHOOL/KINDER GYMS Ages: 4-6 years These classes introduce gymnastics skills that focus on balance, coordination, strength, motor skills and fun. Children move through levels for more challenges and skill development. All classes promote safety when using the gymnastics equipment. Options allow flexibility to sign up, to attend twice a week and get more exercise! For more information, please contact Danielle Walker, Gymnastics Director, at 781.990.7011 or walkerd@northshoreymca.org.
Ages: Fee:
5-6 years Y Member $140 Community $205 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 Tumble Trak, vault, beam and bars. LVO Monday 3:00pm LVO Tuesday 4:20pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm LVO Thursday 3:00pm LVO Friday 3:20pm LVO Saturday 10:30am
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GYMNASTICS Kinder Gym and Swim Ages: Fee:
4-6 years Y Member $140 Community $205 This class combines the fun in the pool and the gym! In the gym, we provide games and activities which help your child develop physical and social skills. In the pool, your child will work on water adjustment, the use of flotation devices, water safety and having fun! This class starts with gymnastics followed by swimming, so we encourage children to come dressed in their bathing suits for an easy transition to swim. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Thursday 11:15am (Gymnastics) LVO Thursday 12:00pm (Swimming)
Kinder Team Ages: Fee:
4-6 years Y Member $140 Community $205 An advanced class for the serious student who wants to progress quickly in gymnastics. This class is an excellent preparatory class for children who are interested in joining the YMCA Mini-Team. Instructor recommendation suggested. Class length is 1 hour LVO Wednesday 1:00pm LVO Thursday 1:45pm
Tumbling Trampoline Tots Ages: Fee:
4-6 years Y Member $109 Community $160 In this class your child will explore the tumbling aspect of gymnastics. Gymnasts will be jumping into the pit, bouncing on the trampoline and Tumble Trak, and learning rolls, handstands and cartwheels. A great class for a future cheerleader. Class length is 40 minutes. LVO Monday 11:00am LVO Friday 1:00pm
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Bounce Mania* Ages: Fees:
3-10 years Y Members $80 Community $120 Does your child like to run, jump, bounce and flip? Then this is the class for the them. Children will have an opportunity to use the Tumble Trak and our new super bouncy trampoline. Also, our new inflatable obstacle course will be set up weekly. This is non-structured class which gives children an opportunity to use the gymnastics center for exercise and fun! Class length is 45 minutes/ LVO Sunday 9:15am 4 years & up LVO Sunday 10:00am 4 years & up LVO Sunday 12:00 pm 4 years & up
*open to adaptive children and their siblings
Mini Team Ages: Fee:
5-6 years Y Member $180 Community $265 Mini Team is a terrific class for our more experienced students. Advanced gymnastics skills are introduced on all of the apparatus weekly. This class is instructor recommended and will help prepare young gymnasts for future competitive gymnastics. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Tuesday 3:00pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm LVO Saturday 10:30am
Boys Gymnastics I Ages: Fee:
7 years & older Y Member $140 Community $205 This is a beginner to advanced-beginner class designed especially for boys. Basic gymnastics skills, body awareness, strength and safety are all emphasized. Class length is 1 hour. LVO Monday 3:00pm
Boys Extreme Sports I Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $140 Community $205 This is an action packed movement and conditioning class for boys. Jumping, tumbling, climbing and movement will all be explored to the max. Boys will be using the gymnastics equipment in a whole new way! Class length is 1 hour. LVO Friday 3:15pm
Junior Gym I Ages: Fee:
6-8 years (Beginner) Y Member $150 Community $220 This class gives the beginner gymnast the self-confidence necessary to excel in the sport of gymnastics. Basic acrobatic skills, body awareness, flexibility and safety are all emphasized. New skills on each apparatus are introduced weekly. Class length is 1 hour 15 minutes. LVO Monday 3:00pm LVO Tuesday 4:20pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm LVO Thursday 4:20pm LVO Saturday 10:30am
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GYMNASTICS Junior Gym II Ages: Fee:
6-8 years (Intermediate) Y Member $150 Community $220 This class is for the student who has completed one year of gymnastics and mastered beginner skills on each event. Gymnasts will develop skills including backbends, round-offs and handstands on the beam. Class length is 1 hour 15 minutes. LVO Monday 3:00pm LVO Tuesday 3:00pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm, 4:20pm LVO Thursday 3:00pm LVO Saturday 10:30am
Junior Gym III Ages: Fee:
6-8 years (Advanced) Y Member $180 Community $265 This class is designed especially to prepare young gymnasts for future competitive gymnastics. This advanced level class is instructor recommended. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Wednesday 3:00pm LVO Saturday 10:30am
Senior Gym I
Ages: Fee:
9 years & older (Beginner) Y Member $150 Community $220 This class gives the beginner gymnast the self-confidence necessary to excel in the sport of gymnastics. Basic acrobatic skills, body awareness, flexibility and safety are all emphasized. New skills on each apparatus are introduced weekly. Class length is 1 hour 15 minutes. LVO Tuesday 4:20pm LVO Wednesday 4:20pm LVO Thursday 4:20pm
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Senior Gym II Ages: Fee:
9 years & older (Intermediate) Y Member $150 Community $220 This class is for the student who has completed one year of gymnastics and mastered beginner skills on each event. Gymnasts will develop skills including backbends, round-offs and handstands on the beam. Class length is 1 hour 15 minutes. LVO Tuesday 4:20pm LVO Wednesday 4:20pm LVO Thursday 4:20pm
Senior Gym III Ages: Fee:
9 years & older (Advanced) Y Member $180 Community $265 This class is especially designed to prepare gymnasts for future competitive gymnastics. This advanced level is instructor recommended. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Tuesday 3:00pm
Back Handspring Mania Ages: Fee:
8-12 years Y Member $140 Community $205 Our back hand spring 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. LVO Tuesday 4:20pm LVO Thursday 4:20pm
Beginner Trampoline Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $140 Community $205 This class is for the child who loves to jump and bounce. Each lesson consists of a warm-up and instruction on our in-ground trampoline and 40ft Tumble Trak. Class length is 1 hour. LVO Monday 4:20pm LVO Wednesday 4:20pm
Tumbling and Trampoline Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $140 Community $205 In this class your child will explore the tumbling aspects of gymnastics. Gymnasts will be jumping into the pit, bouncing on the Trampoline and Tumble Trak and learning handstands, cartwheels and flips. A great class for cheerleaders to advance their acrobatic level. Class length is 1 hour. LVO Wednesday 3:00pm LVO Thursday 3:00pm
Intermediate Trampoline Ages: Fee:
7 years & older Y Member $140 Community $205 This is a class for the student who has completed one year of trampoline and is ready to learn more advanced skills such as back handsprings, and front and back flips. Each lesson consists of a warm-up and instruction on our in-ground trampoline and 40ft. Tumble Trak. Great for cross sport training. Class length is 1 hour. LVO Wednesday 4:20pm LVO Monday 4:20pm
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GYMNASTICS Teen Trampoline
Ages: Fees:
13-17 years Y Member $140 Community $205 This is a great class for the student who loves to jump and flip. Participants will receive progressive skill instruction on our new competitive trampoline which is extremely bouncy. Our newly installed overhead spotting rig makes learning flips safe, fun and easy. Participants will also have an opportunity to join our new competitive trampoline team is they so desire. Class length 1 hour. LVO Tuesday 6:30pm LVO Wednesday 6:30pm
COMPETITIVE GYMNASTICS Gymnastics Team
Our program, which is ranked 6th nationally, strives to train, teach, and motivate children to achieve their potential in competitive gymnastics. Our program consists of USAG levels 2-10. Gymnasts compete in local, State, and Regional Championships throughout the year. Our mission as coaches is to have a positive impact on your child’s future by helping her to become a happy, healthy and responsible team member. For more information, please contact Danielle Walker, Gymnastics Director, at 781-990-7011 or walkerd@northshoreymca.org.
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Junior Pre Team
Ages: Fee:
6-8 years Y Member $180 Community $265 This is an introductory team program that introduces gymnasts to the world of competitive gymnastics. Girls will learn the level 2 routines designed by the United States Association of Gymnastics. Teamwork and good sportsmanship are emphasized. Girls must be pre-selected for this program. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Monday 3:00pm
Senior Pre Team Ages: Fee:
9 years & older Y Member $180 Community $265 This is an introductory team program that introduces gymnasts to the world of competitive gymnastics. Girls will learn the level 3 routines designed by the United States Association of Gymnastics. Teamwork and good sportsmanship are emphasized. Girls must be pre-selected for this program. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Wednesday 3:00pm
Level 2 Team
Ages: 6 years & older Fee: Y Member $260 For the more serious student who would like to begin competitive gymnastics. The USAG level 2 routines and skills will be taught. Gymnasts will participate in 2 home meets a year, and the YMCA State Championships. Prerequisite is at least two years of gymnastics experience. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Monday/Wednesday 3:00pm
Level 3 B - Team
Ages: 7 years & older Fee: Y Member $290 For the gymnast who would like to begin Level 3 competitive gymnastics. The USAG level 3 skills and routines will be taught. Gymnasts will participate in three home meets a year. Pre-requisite is completion of Level 2 Team. Class length is 2 hours. LVO Tuesday/Thursday 3:00pm
Level 3 B-Team and Dance
Ages: 7 years & older Fee: Y Member $400 Ballet is essential to ensure the success of your child’s future career in competitive gymnastics. LVO Tuesday/Thursday 3:00-5:00pm LVO Monday 3:30-4:30pm
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Family Zumba - Free for Y Members!
A fun Zumba class geared for all ages! A great way to stay active as a family while having fun! Class length is 30 minutes. Instructor Kim Crowley LVO Friday 5:30pm Sept 5 LVO Friday 5:30pm Oct 3
Youth/Teen Private Group Training Fee:
Y Member $74 Community $108 Get 5 –12 friends or teammates and train together. The training can be general fitness or sports specific. The trainer will be matched based on the group’s dynamic and goals. Class length is 45 minutes. For more information or to schedule at day and time , please contact Jaime Bloch, Health & Wellness Director, at 781-990-7004 Or blochj@northshoreymca.org
Kids Creative Movement
Ages: Fee:
6-9 years Y Member Community
$68 $102
This class will explore rhythm, dance, sound and movement thru various modalities such as games, indoor circuits, and yoga. This class combines
the foundations of yoga, creativity and self-expression in a fun and safe environment. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in aerobic studio 1. LVO Monday 3:30pm
Kids Cardio Jam Ages: Fee:
4-7 years Y Member $45 Community $68 Cardio Jam is a rockin’, high-energy fitness class packed with special, kid-friendly games, obstacle courses and drills with all the music kids love! Have a great time while introducing your child to one of the most essential aspects of a healthy lifestyle: cardiovascular fitness! Class length 30 minutes. Meets in Aerobic Studio 2. LVO Thursday 3:45pm
Family Fitness Circuit Ages: Fee:
8 & Up Y Member $68 Community $102 This Triathlon Training Program teaches the skills to prepare your child to compete in a triathlon. including improving physical fitness, exercise and bike safety to make the experience both fun and safe. This course prepares kids to compete in the New England Kids Triathlon in July 2014. Prior to the program participants must be able to ride a bike without training wheels and be able to swim 50 yards. LVO Sunday 11:15am
Orientation - Youth Cardiovascular
Ages: 8-11 years Fee: Y Member Only FREE Two sessions teaching youth members ages 8-11 years old how to properly use the cardiovascular equipment and the Youth Fitness Center Policies. After the completion of the orientations, the youth will be permitted to use the fitness center during the age appropriate hours. Parents must attend both of the orientations. Meets in fitness center. For an appointment, please call 781.990.7023 or stop by the fitness desk.
FIT-TASTIC KIDS
FIT-tastic Kids, a program developed by the YMCA of the North Shore, teaches kids ages 8 to 14 how to eat a healthier diet and increase daily physical activity. In this FREE program, children learn how to make healthy food choices and will bring home recipes and fitness ideas to their families to continue healthy lifestyle habits at home. 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, includes an 8-week Y youth membership and is free, thanks to the generosity of donors and grantors. For more information, contact Jaime Bloch at blochj@northshoreymca.org.
Youth Cardio Jam Ages: Fee:
8 years & older Y Member $68 Community $102 Cardio Jam is a rockin’, high-energy fitness class packed with special, kid-friendly games, obstacle courses and drills with all the music kids love! Have a great time while introducing your child to one of the most essential aspects of a healthy lifestyle: cardiovascular fitness! Class length 45 minutes. Meets in Aerobic Studio 2. LVO Thursdays 4:15pm
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Youth Fitness Bootcamp Ages: Fee:
8 years & older Y Member $68 Community $102 This class will focus on cardio and bodyweight strength conditioning utilizing drills set up as a continuous course setting. Each week’s session will be different utilizing agility , cardio, strength, endurance, and team/leadership building skills while having fun. The group will learn proper ways to warm up and stretch to minimize risk of injury and create a foundation for the future athlete. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in Aerobic Room 1. LVO Mondays 4:15pm
Youth Strength & Conditioning
Ages: Fee:
10 years & older Y Member $68 Community $102 Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Wednesday 3:30pm
Teen Strength & Conditioning
Ages: Fee: LVO
10 years & older Y Member $68 Community $102 Wednesday 4:30pm
Girls Fitness Circuit Ages: Fee:
9 years & older Y Member $68 Community $102 A special group exercise class just for girls! This class will combine age appropriate cardio and strength conditioning in an encouraging and nurturing environment. LVO Tuesdays 3:30pm
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Youth & Teen Personal Training Ages: 8-18 years Introductory Package: $96 Three 45-minute sessions (one time only) Three 45-minute sessions: $128 Five 45-minute sessions: $205 Ten 45-minute sessions: $398 Twenty 45-minute sessions:$750
Teen Free Weights
Ages: Fee:
12 years & older Y Member $68 Community $102 Develop a safe and effective strength training program using free weights. In this class teen participants learn the principles of strength training, proper exercise form, and the rules and etiquette of the fitness center. This class is a requirement for teens under 16 who want to use free weights in the fitness center. LVO Tuesday 4:30pm
Youth and Teen Yoga
Ages: Fee:
10 years & older Y Member $68 Community $102 Develop your yoga practice in this class specifically for teens. Participants will learn the form and flow of the physical postures of yoga, while fostering the mental benefits of yoga. Participants will practice sun salutations, fun yoga flows, breathing techniques and short meditation exercises that can recharge, focus and calm the mind, body, and spirit. Meets in Boston Ballet Studio 2. LVO Mondays 5:45pm
Orientation: Teen Strength Training
Ages: 12-15 years Fee: Y Member Only FREE Four 45-minute sessions teaching teens how to properly use the strength training and cardio equipment and follow the Teen Fitness Center Policies. After the completion of the orientations, teens will be permitted to use the fitness center during the age appropriate hours. Class length is 45 minutes. For an appointment, please call 781-990-7023 or stop by the Fitness Desk.
Teen TRX
Ages: Fee:
12 years and older Y Member $72 Community $108 Learn how to safely and effectively exercise using suspension training and body weight to build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries. In this class teen participants learn how to incorporate TRX straps into their exercise program. LVO Wednesday 3:45pm
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Leaders Club
The YMCA Leaders Club works with middle and high school students to focus on developing positive life skills and leadership qualities by connecting the club to community service projects with local non-profit organizations. In addition to volunteering, the Club conducts exercises in democratic decision-making, assessing and understanding community needs, understanding cultural diversity and team building projects. The Club meets weekly during the school year Thursdays at 6pm. No registration is required, and all are welcome to stop in and check it out.
Middle School Teen Hours
Private Guitar Lessons
Ages: Fee:
13- 17 years Y Member $160 Community $210 Learn Guitar for the first time or perfect your chords with an experienced and friendly instructor. All levels welcome, guitars provided or bring your own. Time slots available on Saturdays or weekdays, after-school and evenings. Try before you sign up! We always offer the first lesson as a trial so you can meet our instructors and decide if the lessons are right for you.
Ages: Fee:
11-13 years Y Member FREE Community Guest Fee Friday nights are middle school night at the Y! Starting at 6:00pm, drop-in activities are available for middle school teens around the building. The cafĂŠ will be open for pizza and drinks. Come for the whole night or just for your favorite activity. Teens are expected to be involved in activities while in the building. Pool: open swim from 6:00-9:00pm and open diving board 7:30-8:30pm Gym: open gym 6:00-7:00pm and special events 7:00-9:00pm Rock: Wall: open climbing 7:00-8:30pm
Teen Hours
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13- 17 years Y Member FREE Community Guest Fee The whole Y is open just for teens! Come in and work out, swim jump around in the gymnastics center, shoot hoops , or just hang out with friends. Teen Center is open for video games, movies and music. Also check out our website and Facebook to see what special events are taking place each week. LVO Saturday 7:30-10:00pm
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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SPORTS & RECREATION Mini Sports Mania
Sports Mania
Parent & Child Mini Sports
Superhero Moves
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3-4 years Y Member $65 Community $98 In Mini Sports Mania, children sample a variety of basic sports skills, build self-confidence, and have fun. The Y‟s Mini Sports Mania feature sports skills that the Y has to offer in a fun atmosphere. All while cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors and better health. Class length is 45 minutes. Location: Gymnasium (Side B) LVO Tuesday 10:00 am LVO Wednesday 10:00am LVO Friday 10:30am
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2-3years Y Member $65 Community $98 Come and participate in Mini Sports Mania, children sample a variety of basic sports skills, build self-confidence, and have fun. The Y‟s Mini Sports Mania feature sports skills that the Y has to offer in a fun atmosphere. All while cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors and better health. Class length is 45 minutes. Location: Gymnasium (Side B) LVO Monday 10:30 am LVO Thursday 10:15 am
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4-6 years Y Member $65 Community $98 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, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors and better health. Class length is 45 minutes. Location: Gymnasium (Side B) LVO Wednesday 1:30pm (Ages 4-5) LVO Friday 11:45 am (Ages 4-5)
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Y Member $65 Community $98 This class is all about teaching movement and sports skills in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Each week there will be games and activities designed to teach children about movement, relationships and space. We will pick a different and new superhero every week as our focus. Parents can expect their children to learn skills that they will use in all types of future sports. Class length will be 45 minutes. Location: Gymnasium (Side A) LVO Thursday 12:30pm (ages 3.5 - 5) Thursday 3:15pm (ages 4-6)
Princess Power Ages: Fee:
3.5 - 5 years Y Member $65 Community $98 This class is all about teaching movement and sports skills in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Each week there will be games and activities designed to teach children about movement, relationships and space. We will pick a different, new and popular princess every week as our focus. Parents can expect their children to learn skills that they will use in all types of future sports. Class length will be 45 minutes. Location: Gymnasium (Side A) LVO Friday 3:15pm
Family Fall Olympics Fee:
Y Family $20 Community $50 Come join the YMCA for a family friendly competition. We will stay on the Y property and compete in obstacles, challenges and stations around the Y. We will be inside and outside. We will end the event with a BBQ, which will be just in time for Sunday Football. LVO Sunday September 28 10:00am –1:00pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION SOCCER LEAGUES Soccer will take place at the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA lower fields at the bottom of the Y’s driveway. The season will run seven weeks from Saturday, September 13th to October 25th. All participants can expect to be placed on a team and be given team jerseys. Fee: Y Member $70 Community $105
Preschool Soccer League
Ages: 3.5 – 4 years Children will participate in a 25 minute practice, followed by at 20 minute game that is lead by parent/ volunteer coaches. LVO Saturday 12:45 -1:30
Youth Soccer League
Ages: 5-6 years Children will participate in a 30 minute practice, followed by at 30 minute game that is lead by parent/ volunteer coaches LVO Saturday 1:45-2:45
Junior Soccer League
Ages: 7-8 years 1st annual Junior Soccer League. Children will be placed on teams that are lead by Y coaches. Games will be refereed by Y staff. The league will focus on introducing children to the game of competitive soccer (throw-ins, corner kicks, fouls, skills, offensive and defensive strategies). ~ 45 Minute Skills clinic will be held on Tuesdays at 5:30 pm. ~Saturday Game Day: 20 minute practice, followed by two 20 minute halves. LVO Saturday 3:00-4:00
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Hockey - Dry Land Training
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5-10 years Y Member $70 Community $105 Class will focus on skills, drills and conditioning used to play ice hockey. Class will consist of shooting, passing, defense and offense. Children are encouraged to bring in their hockey sticks and gloves. Class length is 45 minutes. Location: Gymnasium (Side B) LVO Wednesday 3:15pm (Ages 5-6) LVO Wednesday 5:15pm (Ages 7-10)
Flag Football Ages: Fee:
4-10 years Y Member $70 Community $105 Class will be designed to teach the skills and strategy behind the sport of football. Each class will end with a modified game of football. Skills that your child will focus on are running routes, catching, throwing and defensive and offensive strategies. Class length is 45 minutes. Location: Upper Field LVO Monday 3:15pm (Ages 7-9) LVO Friday 4:15pm (Ages 7-9)
Lacrosse Ages: Fee:
6-9years Y Member $70 Community $105 This class is designed to teach the sport of lacrosse. Participants will be taught the proper techniques and skills. Class will consist of a warm up, skills, drills, activities and games. Class will meet in the gym. If possible please bring a lacrosse helmet and stick. Class length is 45 minutes. Location: Gymnasium (Side B) LVO Monday 4:15pm
Basketball for Boys and Girls
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5-7 years Y Member $70 Community $105 This class will focus on teaching skills and drills in a fun and inviting atmosphere. Class will be structured with a warm up, skills and drills followed by a modified game. Class length is 45 minutes.
Location: Gymnasium (Side B)
LVO
Wednesday (Ages 5-6)
4:15pm
Junior Competitive Basketball Training Clinic Ages: Fee:
7-9 years Y Member $70 Community $105 This class is designed for children who want to improve on their basketball skills and technique in a competitive atmosphere. Our focus is to get children ready for their fall II competitive leagues. Class Length is 45 minutes Location: Gymnasium (Side B) LVO Tuesday 4:15 pm LVO Saturday 9:30am
Nerf’s Y Militia
5-10 years Y Member $70 Community $105 This class will run like a unit. Children will start as a Private and try to earn there way up to General. Children will be awarded points throughout each lesson and the points will determine whether they are awarded a promotion to a higher rank. Rank will play a role in nerf gun selection and shield protection. Class length is 45 min. Location: Gymnasium (Side B) LVO Thursday 4:15pm (Ages 5-7) LVO Thursday 5:15pm (Ages 8-10)
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SPORTS & RECREATION Soccer for Girls
Disc Golf
Soccer Shooting, Passing and Skills Clinic
SQUASH
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7-9 years Y Member $70 Community $105 This class is designed to teach the sport of soccer. Participants will be taught the proper techniques and skills. Class will consist of a warm up, skills, drills, soccer activities and games. Class will meet outside on the field. LVO Thursday 4:15pm
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7-9 years Y Member $70 Community $105 This class is designed to teach the sport of soccer. Participants will be taught the proper techniques and skills. Class will consist of a warm up, skills, drills, soccer activities and games. Class will meet outside on the field. Length is 45 minutes. Location: Upper Field LVO Tuesday 3:15pm
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7-10 years Y Member $70 Community $105 Disc Golf can be played anywhere. It’s a sport that you can play with friends or on your own. There are there types of disk; drivers, mid-range and putters. Y will provide the disc. Be prepared for the weather, we will be outside. LVO Wednesday 4:15pm
Squash for Boys and Girls Ages: Fee:
5-7 years Y Member $140 Community $210 Have your little ones start squash early! This class introduces games that will improve hand-eye coordination, balance and basic rules of the game. Children start learning squash by having fun with their other squash players! Class length is 1 hour. LVO Tuesday 3:00pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm
Squash Junior Level I Ages: Fee:
8-12 years Y Member $140 Community $210 If you have never played squash or are in the early process of learning the sport, this is the class for you! Players will learn basic rules, technique, footwork and will enjoy playing real games with one another. Class length is 1 hour. LVO Tuesday 4:00pm LVO Wednesday 4:00pm LVO Thursday 4:00pm
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Squash Junior Level II Ages: Fee:
8-12 years Y Member $140 Community $210 Players that have already played squash for a while, or participated in other racket sports are welcome to this level. The class will introduce strategy, further technique and footwork and will work on basic fitness levels necessary for the game. Class length is 1 hour. LVO Tuesday 5:00pm LVO Wednesday 5:00pm LVO Thursday 5:00pm
Squash Junior Level III Ages: Fee:
10-15 years Y Member $140 Community $210 This class is for players that have been playing squash for a few years. Players will be doing squash drills with each other to polish their technique and work on control and consistency. Match play will be part of this hour long class. LVO Tuesday 6:00pm LVO Thursday 6:00pm
Squash for Teens Ages: Fee:
13-18 years Y Member $140 Community $210 In this class, teens will learn a new competitive sport or sharpen their existing squash skills. Players will get a great workout and also enjoy an hour of fun games on the court. Light-soled (clean) shoes are required. LVO Wednesdays 6:00pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION Pee Wee Tennis
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5-6 years Y Member $80 Community $120 This class is for our younger tennis players. Emphasis will be placed on hand/ eye coordination, patience, concentration and building self-esteem. Racquets supplied. Class length is 50 minutes. Located at the Veterans School Tennis Courts. VET Monday 3:10pm VET Wednesday 3:10 pm
Tennis I Ages: Fee:
7-8 years Y Member $80 Community $120 This class is for beginner and intermediate players. Emphasis is placed on improving patience, concentration, self-esteem and hand/eye coordination. While developing the backhand, forehand, volleys and serves. Class length is 50 minutes. Located at the Veterans School Tennis Courts. VET Monday 4:10pm VET Wednesday 5:10pm
Tennis II
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9 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 This class is for the beginner and intermediate players. Learn the strokes, build endurance, and play games in a fun atmosphere. Class length is 50 minutes. Located at the Veterans Middle School Tennis Courts. LVO Monday 5:10pm LVO Wednesday 4:10pm
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Martial Arts for Preschool to Grade 1 Ages: Fee:
4-6 years Y Member $88 Community $132 This is an age appropriate class for children to learn the basic moves and respect for Tang Soo Do Martial Arts. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in the aerobic studio. Instructors can re-designate any individuals to a class that is developmentally appropriate for them. LVO Tuesday 3:10pm
Martial Arts For Beginners Ages: Fee:
6-7 years Y Member $88 Community $132 A beginner class to learn the basic moves and concepts of Karate. Designed to provide a “fun fitness” approach in a safe, structured environment, this class is for students in white, yellow, and orange tiger belts. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the aerobic studio. Instructors can redesignate any individuals to a class that is developmentally appropriate for them. LVO Tuesday 4:00pm
Martial Arts II Ages: Fee:
Skill Dependent Y Member $88 Community $132 Learn intricate applications and develop a greater understanding of the responsibility of martial arts. This class is designed for beginner children with yellow and orange tiger belts. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the doubles squash court. Instructors can re-designate any individuals to a class that is developmentally appropriate for them. LVO Tuesday 5:00pm
Martial Arts III Ages: Fee:
Skill Dependent Y Member $88 Community $132 This is our most advanced class for students who have earned their green and red belts. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the doubles squash court. Instructors can re-designate any individuals to a class that is developmentally appropriate for them. LVO Tuesday 6:00pm
Martial Arts IV Ages: Fee:
Skill Dependent Y Member $88 Community $132 This class is for students who are at an intermediate to advanced level. Students must have their green belt or higher and be older than 12 years. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the aerobics studio. Instructors can re-designate any individuals to a class that is developmentally appropriate for them. LVO Thursday 7:30pm
Martial Arts Additional Day
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Skill Dependent Y Member $66 Community $99 This “Family-Style” class is designed for students already attending the Tuesday, Martial Arts III class or Martial Arts for Teens and Adults - Tang So Do class. To qualify, a student must be an adult, teen or pre-teen, any rank or belt. Students 10 and older may attend with green and red belts. Youths ages 10 or younger can attend but must have Master DeMarco’s approval. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the doubles squash court. Instructors can re-designate any individuals to a class that is developmentally appropriate for them. LVO Thursday 6:00pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION Martial Arts for Teens & Adults-Tang So Do Ages: Fee per class:
Skill Dependent Y Member $12 Community $18 Fee per session: Y Member $88 Community $132 Artistry, self-defense, fitness, flexibility, basics, no-contact sparring, and much more…in an atmosphere of patience, humor, tolerance, and mutual respect. Black Belt Adult and Teen Instructors from Safe Harbor Martial Arts will teach each class. This is an enjoyable activity whether you’re 16 or 60+! Class length is 1 hour. Meets in aerobic studio 1. LVO Tuesday 7:30pm
GOLF FOR EVERYONE Fall 2014 A comprehensive golf class geared for the beginner player covering: grip, set-up routine, posture Tempo and more. Classes on the course will test the players’ newly acquired skills. Six weeks of training and two on course days will be held at the Sun ‘n Air Golf Center in Danvers. Class limited to 4 players Equipment requirements minimum: one golf bag, one wood, one iron, and one putter. Class instruction fee is $160.00. Note: there are additional costs of $88.00 for golf balls and $30.00 for greens fees. Saturday 9:00am Boys ages 5-7 10:00am Boys ages 8-10 11:00am Girls ages 5-7 12:00pm Girls ages 8-10
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ADVENTURE YMCA Mountaineer Patch Program The Adventure Department will provide all youth participants with the chance to learn skills through our different classes, and earning recognition along the way. Some examples of classes include a wide variety of outdoor and indoor skills, including rock climbing, survival, archery, map and compass, and nature. During each level, if a class is completed, the child will earn a bead. Once the classes are completed at that level, a patch is earned and can advance to the next level of classes. We hope this new program will get youth interested in continuing classes with the Adventure Department in the future. Contact Michael Favazza Adventure Coordinator favazzam@northshoreymca.org 781-637-9622
Peewee Rock Climbing Ages: Fee:
3-5 years Y Members $80 Community $120 Learn to climb alongside your child. Your child will learn basic climbing skills while building confidence. Parent will have the option to learn how to belay. Class length 50 minutes LVO Tuesdays 1:00pm
Intro to Rock Climbing Ages: Fee:
5-6 years Y Member $80 $120 Community This class is designed for children who have never climbed before and will provide a structured way for younger children to become familiar with climbing and the rock wall environment. Climbers will learn climbing safety and procedures, etiquette, some basic knots, and climbing signals. Class length is 50 minutes. Tuesday 5:00- 5:50pm LVO
Rock Climbing Program Level I Ages: Fee:
7 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 This class is for kids with little to no experience in climbing. We will provide the necessary tools and motivation to ensure that the students have a positive experience. The basic elements of climbing; commands, technique, and confidence are the cornerstone of this class. Class length is 50 minutes. LVO Wednesday 4:00-4:50 pm LVO Thursday 3:00- 3:50pm
Rock Climbing Program Level II Ages: Fee:
9 years & older Y Members $80 Community $120 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. Class length is 50 minutes. LVO Wednesday 5:00- 5:50pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION Archery I Ages: Fee:
8 years & older Y Members $80 Community $120 Do you want to know how to use a bow and arrow? This class is for the children with little or no archery experience. It is a great way to get an introduction to the sport. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in the lower field. LVO Monday 3:30- 4:15pm LVO Friday 3:30- 4:15pm
Archery II Ages: Fee:
8 years & older Y Members $80 Community $120 This class is for children that have had previous experience in a structured archery class. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in the lower field. LVO Friday 4:30- 5:15pm
Trail Mix
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5 -7 years Y Members $80 Community $120 Do you enjoy being outdoors? Do you want to learn wilderness skills? Then join the adventure department for a combination of 2-3 week mini sessions. The mini sessions will include: Animal Tracking Map and Compass including geocaching Campfire building LVO Monday 4:30- 5:20pm
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Wilderness Explorer
Outdoor Rock Climbing
Rock Climbing & Adventure Club
Boy Scout Climbing Merit Badge
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8 years & older Y Members $80 Community $120 Continuing on building knowledge from Trail Mix, more outdoor skills will be taught. Then join the adventure department for a combination of 2-3 week mini sessions. The mini sessions will include: Orienteering, Nature, Survival Skills, Archery Skills, Plant and Animal Identification. Leave No Trace activities. Class length is 65 minutes. LVO Tuesday 3:45- 4:50pm
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10 years & older Y Members $85 Community $125 All participants must be pre-approved for the club by a rock wall staff prior to signing up. Geared for children and teens who already have climbing skills, and who have the passion and desire to advance into outdoor climbing and possibly competitive climbing. Included are adventure based activities like hiking, back-country cooking, advanced map and compass skills, and seasonally based activities. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. LVO Thursday 4:00- 5:30pm
Camp Out at the Y Ages: Fee:
7 years & older Y Member $40 Community $60 Join us on June 8 for our first camp out on the Y field. We will start the night out with a barbecue, learn how to assemble a tent, take a night hike with flashlights and the stars as our guide, and will end the night with camp stories and S’mores around the fire. Pick up is at 8am the next day, breakfast will be provided. LVO Saturday-Sunday Sept 20-21 7:00pm(sat)-8:00am(sun) LVO Saturday-Sunday Oct 4-5 7:00pm(sat)-8:00am(sun)
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8 years & older Y Member $35 Community $55 Join us for a day of rock climbing at Red Rocks in Gloucester. Have fun climbing on natural rock faces and learn some climbing and repelling techniques. Harness and helmets will be provided. Class meets at the Y and travels together in vans. Fee is for one session, you may sign up for multiple sessions. LVO Saturday Sept 6 9:00am2:30pm
Do you need to earn your climbing merit badge? Come to the Y as an individual or as a troop. Michael Favazza is a certified climbing badge instructor and will help you accomplish this goal. Call to schedule a time and for fee information.
Woodworking I
7 years & older Y Members $80 Community $120 Do you enjoy building things with your hands? Then sign up for woodworking. In this class you learn to use hand tools to create something out of raw materials. At the end of 8 weeks students get to take home their wood creations. All tools are provided. Class length is 50 minutes. LVO Wednesday 3:00 -3:50pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION Woodworking II Ages: Fee:
8 years & older
Y Members $80 Community $120 Build on the knowledge acquired in Woodworking I (formerly Beginner Woodworking). Participants will learn more advanced skills while constructing more involved projects. Class Length 50 minutes. LVO Tuesdays 5:00– 5:50pm
Teen Aerial Extreme Sports Ages: Fee:
13-18 years Y Member $30 Community $45 Our extreme sports class is designed for students interested in learning rolls, flips, and twists on the trampolines. Students will learn basic rolls and continue to more advanced skills. Trick skiers, wake and skate boarders, and snowboarders will work on rolls on our in-ground trampolines, mini-tramp, and Tumble Trak. Each new trick can be safely learned into our in-ground foam pit before being performed on the water or snow. Water sport students will use ropes just like on the water to work on tricks and handle pass. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the gymnastics center during Teen Night. LVO Saturday 8:00pm-9:00pm
Private Skateboard Lessons Fee:
Y Member $40/lesson Community $53/lesson Improve your skateboarding style and technique with one-on-one coaching. All staff are experienced skateboarders. To register please contact Anthony Falconieri at falconieria@northshoreymca.org or 781.990.7044
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Skateboard I Fee:
Y Member $80 Community $110 These lessons are for the individual who is new to the sport. We will teach you proper foot placement, proper safety procedures and how to balance. They will have the opportunity to ride the half pipe as well as our mini skate park. Skaters need a board, helmet, elbow and knee pads. Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Tuesday 3:15pm
Skateboard II Fee:
Y Member $80 Community $110 These lessons are for the individual who wants to learn the skills of skateboarding. The class will focus on building confidence on the board, pumping back and fourth on the half pipe; with the goal of being able to drop-in from the top of the half pipe. Children will have the opportunity to ride the half pipe as well as our mini skate park. Skaters need a board, helmet, elbow and knee pads. Class length is 45 minutes . LVO Thursday 3:15pm
Skateboard I & II Combined Fee:
Y Member $80 Community $110 This class is a combined class of Skateboard I & Skateboard II. Class length is 45 minutes . LVO Friday 3:15pm LVO Sunday 10:15am
Pre-Skate Team Fee:
Y Member $80 Community $110 This class is for the child who is serious about wanting to be a skater and shows that they are confident and worry free on a board. The class will focus on building the skills of ollieing, drop-in and kicking turning. Children will have the opportunity to ride the half pipe as well as our mini skate park. Skaters need a board, helmet, elbow and knee pads. Class length is 45 minutes. Requirement: Pumping on the half pipe. LVO Thursday 4:15 pm
Y Skate Team Ages Fee:
Skill Requirement Y Member $80 Community $110 Come be apart of the Y skate team. Skate team is for children who are serious about skating. Children who are there to learn tricks, work hard and improve their skills. Requirements: Drop-in on the half pipe Ollie Kick turn on the half pipe. Wednesday 4:30 - 6:00 pm Sunday 11:00 - 12:00 pm is (additional practice time)
Skate Jam and BBQ
Ages: All ages and family Fee: $ 5.00 Come to the Y half pipe and skate park to see who is the best. There will be prizes and giveaways. After the competition we will light up the grill and BBQ. Food is included in the cost. Saturday September 20 2:00-5:00pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION Halloween Costume Skate
Ages: All ages and family Fee: $ 5.00 Come to the Y half pipe and skate park to see who is the best. Participants will have a best trick competition. Best costume wins the grand prize! Saturday October 25 2:00 - 5:00pm
Girls Skateboard Club: Lessons Ages: Fee:
5– 12 years Y Member $80 Community $110 Girls who are interested in trying out the sport have a place to go where they can learn to skate with other girls. These lessons are for the individual who is new to the sport. We will teach you proper foot placement, proper safety procedures and how to balance, Ollie, turn, push and ride transition. They will have the opportunity to ride the half pipe as well as our mini skate park. Skaters need a board, helmet, elbow and knee pads and a signed parent waiver available online or at the Y. Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Tuesday 4:15pm
Y Skate Zone Fee:
Y Member Free Community $5 Skateboard, scooters, and rollerblades are all welcome at the new Skate Zone! Open to skaters of all ages and experience levels; beginners will get pointers and tips from knowledgeable staff and experienced skaters. Helmets are required, skaters 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult, and all skaters must have a signed waiver, which is available online or at the Y. LVO Friday 4:15- 7:00 pm LVO Saturday 3:30 - 5:30 pm LVO Sunday 12:00 -4:00 pm
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Teen Skate Hours
Extension of Teen Night Fee: Y Member Free Community $5.00 Join your fellow teens and come to the skate park. It will be open at 5:30 and end at 7:30. LVO Saturday 5:30 - 7:30pm
Skate and Scooter Trips Ages: Fee:
8 years & up Y Member $40 Community $60 Come join our skate team staff. We will take the Y vans off site and skate at local skate parks. Y staff are CPR and First Aid certified and will be supervising the children at all times. Meet inside at the gym office, Saturdays at 11:30 and pick up will be at 3:30 at the Y. Saturday Sept. 13 Danvers Skate Park Saturday, Oct. 4 Peabody Skate Park Saturday, Oct. 18th Beverly Skate Park
Scooter Club Age: Fee:
5 year and up Y Member $80 Community $110 This club is designed for the beginner or intermediate rider. The class will focus on scooter balance, control, confidence and trick progression. Participants will need their own scooter, helmet, elbow and knee pads. Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Monday 4:15pm LVO Saturday 2:45pm
Longboard Cruisers
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8 years and up Y Member $80 Community $110 This class is for anyone who wants to learn how to ride a longboard with confidence. Long boards are a fun and convenient way of travel. Participants can expect to learn how to push, turn, and carve on both flat and downhill surfaces. Skaters will need a board, helmet, elbow and knee pads. Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Monday 3:15pm
Surfing
Ages: 9 years and up (Grades 4-8) Fee: Y Member $215 Community $300 This class is designed for the beginner / intermediate surfer who is interested in learning how to ride the waves. Children will need their own wet suit. Y will provide the boards. Surf spots will depend on which beach has the best wave conditions. There will be two staff, one which is a lifeguard. Drop off and pick up is at the Y. Class length is 3 hours. Requirement: Must pass Y swim test. Instructor: Sean Samantha LVO Sunday 9:30am
Mountain Bike
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8 years and up (Grades 3-6) Y Member $175 Community $230 We will bike from the Y to various local sports. We will spend time riding down back trails on gravel, mud and dirt. Children will learn the rules of the road and be comfortable riding on the main roads. There will be two staff at all times. Class length is 3 hours. LVO Saturday 9:30pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION Nerf Overnight Ages: Fee:
7 years & up Y Member $40 Community $60 Come spend the night using the Y’s nerf guns. We will have different challenges and missions throughout the night. Children will have the opportunity to use the rock wall, gymnastics and swimming. Pizza dinner will be served on Saturday and breakfast will be served on Sunday morning. Children may bring their own nerf guns. LVO Saturday September 27 7:00pm - 8:00 am
School’s Out Surf Day Ages: Fee:
9 years and up (Grades 4-8) Y Member $80 Community $120 Come join us for a day on the waves. While school is out for the Rosh Hashanah holiday, we will be at Nahant Beach (designation may change due to wave conditions) 8:30am - 4:30pm. There will be two staff, one will be a certified lifeguard. Requirement: Must pass Y swim test. Instructor: Sean Lifeguard LVO Thursday September 25 8:30am
High School Basketball Pick Up Fee:
Y Member Free Community $Guest Fee Come to the Y to join us for high school pick up. The pick up league will consist of a YMCA staff member as a score keeper. LVO Tuesday 6:00pm– 8:00pm
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Home School Physical Activity Grades Fee:
K-8 Y Member $153 Community $229 Home School day is designed to bring children who are being homeschooled to a social setting where they are able to experience a variety of physical actives in different settings. Children will rotate as a group between our gymnastic program, sports program, adventure program and swimming. Children should be prepared with sneakers, outdoor attire, swim suit, towel, morning snack and their lunch. LVO Tuesday 9:00am– 2:00pm
Halloween Overnight
Ages: 6-12 years Fee: Members $35 Community $50 Come in your costume and enjoy the Y for the night. We will start with a pizza dinner. We will enjoy swimming, the gymnastics center, dodge ball in the gym, and the rock wall. We will watch a Halloween movie and then sleep in the teen center. Breakfast will be provided in the morning. Drop off your child at 7:00 pm on Saturday and pick up your child on Sunday morning at 8:00 am. Sign up by 10/17. LVO Saturday October 25 7:00pm
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SPORTS & RECREATION BE READY FOR MORE LEAGUES AND FUN IN THE WINTER AND SPRING SESSIONS! For more information, please contact Anthony Falconieri at falconieria@northshoreymca.org or 781-990-7044.
FALL II/WINTER SESSION Youth Basketball
Age: 8 and up (Grades 3-6) Fee: Y Member $175 Community $230 We will bike from the Y to various local sports. We will spend time riding down back trails on gravel, mud and dirt. Children will learn the rules of the road and be comfortable riding on the main roads. There will be two staff at all times. Class length is 3 hours.
Junior Competitive Basketball League Ages: Fee:
8-9 years Y Member $70 Community $105 Boys and girls ages 8-9 years old have the opportunity to play on an organized basketball team. Volunteer parent coaches will run a 30 minute practice, followed by a 30 minute game. Each player will receive a team shirt. Week one will be a skills week and week two children will be placed on a team. Schedules and rosters will be emailed out to all participants. Games will be refereed by Y staff.
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SPRING I SESSION Youth Indoor T - Ball League Ages: Fee:
5-6 years Y Member $70 Non Member $ 105 The Y is offering our first ever Saturday morning T-ball League for boys and girls. Each week, under the direction of parent volunteer coaches and Y staff, teams will have a one hour time slot split into practice and game time.
Junior Competitive Basketball League Ages: Fee:
8-9 years Y Member $70 Community $105 Boys and girls ages 8-9 years old have the opportunity to play on an organized basketball team. Volunteer parent coaches will run a 30 minute practice, followed by a 30 minute game. Each player will receive a team shirt. Week one will be a skills week and week two children will be placed on a team. Schedules and rosters will be emailed out to all participants. Games will be refereed by Y staff. For more information, please contact Anthony Falconieri at falconieria@northshoreymca.org or 781-990-7044.
SPRING II SESSION Pre School T - Ball League Ages: Fee:
3.5-4 years Y Member $70 Non Member $ 105 Saturday morning T-ball League for boys and girls. Each week, under the direction of parent volunteer coaches and Y staff, teams will have a one hour time slot split into practice and game time. Start times rotate each week with the games starting at 8:30am or 9:45am. Games are at the Y on the upper and lower fields.
Youth T - Ball League Ages: Fee:
5-6 years Y Member $70 Non Member $ 105 Saturday morning T-ball League for boys and girls. Each week, under the direction of parent volunteer coaches and Y staff, teams will have a one hour time slot split into practice and game time. Start times rotate each week with the games starting at 8:30am or 9:45am. Games are at the Y on the upper and lower fields.
Youth Coach Pitch Baseball League Ages: Fee:
5-6 years Y Member $70 Non Member $ 105 Games are Saturday mornings . The league is for players who are ready to move on from t-ball and can bat without a tee. Each week, under the direction of parent volunteers and Y staff, teams will have a one hour time slot split into practice and game time. Games are at the Y on the upper and lower fields.
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SPORTS & RECREATION SPRING II SESSION (CONTINUED) Preschool Soccer League
Ages: Fee:
3.5 - 4 years Y Member $70 Community $105 Children will participate in a 30 minute practice followed by a 30 minute game. Parent/volunteer coaches will lead their teams through practices and games. Games will be played on Sunday’s at our Y fields. Game times will be dependent upon the number of teams participating with the first game starting at 11:15 am.
Youth Soccer League Ages: Fee:
5 - 6 years Y Member $70 Community $105 Children will participate in a 30 minute practice followed by a 30 minute game. Parent/volunteer coaches will lead their teams through practices and games. Games will be played on Sunday’s at our Y fields. Game times will be dependent upon the number of teams participating with the first game starting at 12:30 pm. For more information, please contact Anthony Falconieri at falonieria@northshoreymca.org or 781-990-7044
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SWIMMING PRESCHOOL SWIMMING
Parent/Child I Ages: Fee:
6-18 months Y Member $70 Community $102 Build a foundation for future swimming success. Through skill specific games and water play, parents learn water safety, holds and towing techniques that encourage basic kicking/pulling and water independence for children. LVO Tuesday 9:30am LVO Wednesday 11:15 am 6:15pm LVO Friday 10:00am LVO Saturday 9:00am 9:30am LVO Sunday 9:00am
Parent/Child II
Ages: Fee:
19-36 months Y Member $70 Community $102 Working one-on-one with a parent using innovative fun drills, toddlers are introduced to submerging, kicking and pulling combinations, floating and swimming without flotation. These pre-swimming essentials set the stage for early independent swimming. Teacher to student ratio is 1:10. Class length is 30 minutes. Meets in the small pool. LVO Wednesday 11:15 am LVO Thursday 10:45am LVO Friday 10:00 am LV0 Saturday 9:30am LVO Sunday 9:30am
Preschool I (with Parent)
Ages: Fee:
3-5 years Y Member $76 Community $111 Formerly known as PIKE WITH PARENT. Parents work one-on-one with their kids learning basic water adjustment and safety skills. In this class very young children learn to love the water with this class where the parent is in the pool with them. Class length is 30 minutes. LVO Thursday 10:45am LVO Sunday 8:30am
Introductory Preschool Swimming Ages: Fee:
2.5-3 years Y Member $76 Community $111 Formerly known as PERCH II. This is a class for independent, energetic 2.5-3 year olds who swim alone with flotation devices. Parents may remain on deck until the child becomes acquainted with his/her surroundings. This class acclimates and prepares children for the Preschool levels of the swim program. Parents do not swim with the child in this class. Class length is 30 minutes. Meets in the small pool. LVO Monday 10:00am LVO Tuesday 10:45am 5:30pm LVO Wednesday 10:15 am LVO Thursday 10:00am 11:15am LVO Saturday 9:00am 9:30am LVO Sunday 10:00am
Preschool Level I (Beginner) Ages: Fee:
3-5 years Y Member $80 Community $117 Swimmer’s first introduction to water locomotion using attached flotation. Basic kicking and pulling patterns combined with submersion skills give participants the ability to paddle independently with flotation. Pre-requisite: Able to separate from caregiver. Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Monday 10:00am 1:00pm 3:30pm LVO Tuesday 10:00am 3:00pm 5:30pm LVO Wednesday 10:15am 11:00am 1:00pm 3:00pm 5:30pm LVO Thursday 10:00am 6:00pm LVO Friday 10:30am 5:00pm LVO Saturday 10:00am 10:45am 11:30am LVO Sunday 10:30 am
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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SWIMMING Preschool Level II (Intermediate) Ages: Fee:
3-5 years Y Member $80 Community $120 Flotation based introduction to Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. Class includes diving skills and opportunities to practice swimming without flotation. Pre-requisite: able to paddle independently with flotation. Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Monday 10:00am 1:00pm 3:30pm (No Bubble) LVO Tuesday 10:00am 3:00pm 5:30pm LVO Wednesday 10:15am 11:00am 1:00pm 3:00pm (No Bubble) 5:30pm LVO Thursday 10:00am 6:00pm LVO Friday 10:30am 5:00pm LVO Saturday 10:00am 10:45am 11:30am LVO Sunday 10:30 am We will be offering 2 no bubble Classes where children will learn skills without a bubble. Monday 3:30 pm Wednesday 3:00 pm
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Preschool Level III Fee:
Y Member $80 Community $120 Formerly known as RAY. For children to build on Preschool Swimming II skills. By end of session, swimmers are able to swim 25 yards using rudimentary and free back and breast strokes. Class length is 45 minutes. * Meets in the Big Pool. LVO Monday 10:00am* 3:30pm 4:15pm LVO Tuesday 10:00am 3:00pm 5:30pm LVO Wednesday 10:15am* 1:00pm 3:00pm 5:30pm LVO Thursday 10:00am* 3:15pm 6:00pm LVO Friday 10:30am* 5:00pm LVO Saturday 11:30am LVO Sunday 10:30 am
Preschool Level III (Advanced) Ages: Fee:
3-5 years Y Member $80 Community $120 For children who mastered all Preschool Level III skills. Develop an increased comfort in deep water, learn rotary breathing and improve stamina for swimming strokes. Class goal is to eliminate flotation completely and swim independently. Pre-requisite: able to swim 15 feet or more without flotation Class length is 45 minutes and meets in the big pool. LVO Monday 10:00am LVO Tuesday 3:00pm LVO Wednesday 10:15am 3:00pm LVO Thursday 6:00pm LVO Friday 10:30am LVO Saturday 9:00am 11:30am
YOUTH SWIMMING
Youth Level I (Beginner) Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 Learn to swim 25 yards using our progressive curriculum. Creatively combined floating, submersion, kicking and pulling drills build up to independent swimming without flotation. Prerequisite: Able to separate from caregiver. Class length is 45 minutes. * Meets in the small pool. LVO Monday 4:15pm 6:00pm LVO Tuesday 3:45pm LVO Wednesday 3:45pm 6:30pm LVO Thursday 3:15pm LVO Friday 3:15pm 5:00pm LVO Saturday 11:30am
Youth Level II (Intermediate) Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 Introduction to the 5 traditional swim strokes: Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. Increase stamina, personal water safety and deep water comfort. Pre -requisite: able to swim 25 yards independently Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in the big pool. LVO Monday 3:30pm 6:00pm LVO Tuesday 3:00pm 3:45pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm 3:45pm 6:30pm LVO Thursday 3:15pm LVO Friday 3:15pm LVO Saturday 9:00am 10:45am
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SWIMMING Youth Level II (Advanced) Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 Formerly Minnow. For children who have mastered all Youth Swimming II skills and are able to swim two lengths of the pool of front crawl with rotary breathing and 2 lengths of elementary backstroke. Skills learned include beginner breaststroke, additional synchronized swimming skills, diving, boating safety and the game of wet ball. Swimmers will increase their endurance to complete the 100 yard swim. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in big pool. LVO Monday 3:30pm LVO Tuesday 3:00pm 3:45pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm 6:30pm LVO Thursday 3:15pm LVO Saturday 9:45am
Youth Level III Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 Formerly Fish. For children who have mastered all Youth Swimming II-Advanced skills and are able to swim 4 lengths of front and back crawl, tread water for 2 minutes and swim 3 lengths nonstop. Children will perfect front crawl, elementary back, side, and breaststrokes. They will be introduced to butterfly and explore under the water with masks and fins. Endurance will be an important part of this level working toward swimming 100 yards nonstop. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in big pool. LVO Monday 3:30pm LVO Tuesday 3:00pm 3:45pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm 6:30pm LVO Thursday 3:15pm LVO Saturday 9:45am
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Youth Level III (Advanced) Ages: Fee:
6 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 Improve endurance, technique and speed for Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke. Explore advanced skills including Butterfly, snorkeling, turns and the 100 IM. Pre-requisite: able to swim 25 yards of Front Crawl, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Sidestroke and Breaststroke Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in big pool. LVO Monday 3:30pm LVO Tuesday 3:00pm 3:45pm LVO Wednesday 3:00pm 6:30pm LVO Thursday 3:15pm LVO Saturday 9:45am
Create a Swim Program Ages: Fee:
All Ages Y Member $100/each with 4 students $85/each with 6 students Community: $150/each with 4 students $128/each with 6 students Do you have an interest in having swim lessons with your friends or family? We can create a class just for you for the eight week session. Swimmers should be about the same ability. Create a class for 4 or 6 participants and call for a date and time. For more information, please contact Susan Guertin, Aquatics Director/Head Swim Coach, at 781.990.7009 or guertins@northshoreymca.org.
SHARKS SWIM TEAM The YMCA of the North Shore 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. Registration at the LVO site will be September 4th and 5th at 4:00pm. Please bring suit, cap and goggles. Ages 5 through 18 years may join. Prerequisite is swimming the length of the competition pool with good rotary breathing. For more information, contact Site Head Coach Susan Guertin at 781-990-7009. www.ynssharks.net
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SWIMMING Private Swim Lessons & Semi-Private Swim Lessons Ages: Fee:
All Ages 4 Private Lessons(30 minutes) Y Member $120 Community $160 4 Private Lessons (45 minutes) Y Member $140 Community $180 4 Semi Private Lessons (45 minutes) Y Member $100/each Community $140/each 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 on private lessons or semi-private lessons please call 781.990.7009, or fill out a form at the front desk indicating the time and day that works best and we will call you to schedule a time.
Springboard Diving Ages: Fee:
7 years & up Y Member $90 Community $132 Learn the basics of competitive diving. Students will practice approaches, forward and back jumps in straight, pike and tuck body positions, and forward and back dives. In this class participants must be able to pass the deep water test and do a forward dive from the side of the pool. LVO Monday 6:30pm LVO Saturday 12:00pm
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Advanced Springboard Diving Ages: Fee:
11 years & up Y Member $90 Community $135 This class is for divers who have been promoted from the beginner class or high school divers who want to perfect their advanced skills. The instructor recommendation is required. The objective is that divers learn 11 dives proficiently. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the big pool. LVO Wednesday 6:30pm LVO Saturday 12:00pm
Sharks Bronze Group Ages: Fee:
5-9 years Y Member $90 Community $135 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 1 hour. LVO Thursday 3:30pm
Sharks Silver Group
Ages: Fee:
10-13 years Y Member $90 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. All new swimmers must be evaluated by competitive aquatics staff prior to participation. LVO Wednesday 3:30 pm LVO Saturday 10:30am
Sharks Gold Group Ages: Fee:
13 years and up Y Member $90 Community $135 The gold group is for high school swimmers who wish to perfect their strokes, turns, and starts in the off season and to build their endurance for the upcoming spring sports season. This class is also for those wishing to build their endurance in preparation for Spring lifeguard classes. LVO Tuesday 6:30pm LVO Thursday 6:30pm
Intro to Synchronized Swimming
Ages: Fee:
8 years & older Y Member $80 Community $120 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. LVO Saturday 12:15pm
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SWIMMING Lifeguard Training Ages: Fee:
Ages 16 years & up Y Member $330 Community $360 Recert: Y Member $150 Community $180 Participants must be 16 years of age by the conclusion of the course. (New 2012 “On the Guard Lifeguard Program”) Prerequisites: Tread Water (2 minutes), swim 100 yards front crawl, 50 yards each of elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke; surface dive, feet first surface dive, feet first surface dive in 8-10 feet of water and swim under water 15 feet. Candidates must also sprint 60 feet in the water, then perform a surface dive to 8-10 feet of water, pick up a dive ring from the bottom, surface, tread water for 1 minute legs only and replace the object back to the pool bottom. Swim the remaining distance, hoist yourself out of the water and perform compressions on an adult mannequin for 1 minute, then walk quickly to the lifeguard chair and climb up. Participants must provide an email at registration in order to receive links from ASHI to take CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and O2 oxygen Administration. It is a requirement that participants pass all three on-line courses prior to the first day of class, print out the certificates of completion, and bring them on the first day of class. The first day of class participants will be assigned 3 hours of home study which must be completed prior to taking the practical and written exam.
For more information, please contact Emily Korriku, Associate Aquatics Director, at 781-990-7040 or korrikue@northshoreymca.org.
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Saturday and Sunday Oct, 4, 5,18, 19, 25, 26 12:00-5:00pm (All classes held at the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA)
SCUBA
Learn to dive with our PADI Open Water SCUBA course. Get certified for your next vacation! There are 3 components - classroom, pool dives and 4 ocean dives. The class runs two days split between classroom and pool. There are also two days of doing 2 ocean dives. PADI is the most recognized SCUBA agency in the world. The SCUBA certification never expires and is valid worldwide. Participants will be certified to dive up to 60 feet. All equipment rental is provided in the course. There is no need to buy anything up front until you try it and see that you enjoy it. For more information and to register call Chris Clark 781-820-9550 or email at Clark1918@gmail.com
Water Polo
Fee:
Y Member $30.00 $40.00 Community · Come join an exciting fun Olympic game of water polo. The focus will be on swimming, conditioning and basic skills consisting of treading, passing and shooting. All skill levels are welcome. You do not have to be a competitive swimmer. As the session progresses, we will work on more difficult skills as positioning and driving. We will also learn about the team offenses and defenses. Practices will include scrimmages to gain competitive experience. Swimmers must be able to swim 50 yards free and breast and tread water for 5 minutes. Class length 1hour. LVO Monday, Tuesday 6:30pm
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FAMILY TIME Sunday Family Time
Spend Sunday time together at the Y. We’ll have special activities such as arts and crafts, trivia in the lobby, open gymnastics, open swim, open rock wall, and open gym time - just for families! LVO Sunday 4:00-6:00pm
Family Zumba - FREE for Y Members
A fun Zumba class geared for all ages! A great way to stay active as a family while having fun! Class length is 45 minutes. LVO Friday 5:30pm Sept 5 LVO Friday 5:30pm Oct 3
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHTS*
Join us at the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA for an evening of activities, food and fun that the whole family will enjoy from 5:30-7:30pm. For an additional $10 we will even have a Pizza dinner waiting for you! Try open gym, gymnastics, rock wall, and more! Register at the welcome center. *This is a family membership benefit. If you are a non-member or you are looking to upgrade to a family membership, please contact Kathy Gianoulis at 781.990.7003 or gianoulisk@northshoreymca.org.
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Prenatal Exercise
FITNESS ORIENTATIONS ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS Y Fit Gets Results
Fee: One-time fee, $79 Are you new to working out or looking to boost your same, old routine? Achieve your fitness goals with Y FIT, the Y’s new personalized, comprehensive and technologically innovative health and wellness program that’s easy, interactive and fun! Let our fitness experts help you launch and sustain a smart program that brings out your personal best. Stay on track with on-going support from your Personal Wellness Coach and track calorie -burning activities. You can customize workouts and online meal planning while updating your plan as you progress. See results with our innovative MobileFit® technology. Receive one-on-one support on-site, online and on your schedule. Earn points along the way for special prizes! To get started on your Y Fit program, please stop by the Fitness Desk or call at 978.740.9622.
Introduction to Group Exercise Fee:
Y Member FREE Community GUEST FEE Starting out in a new class or gym can be intimidating, but taking our intro to group ex class will help put those fears at bay and prepare you to join one of our group exercise muscle conditioning classes! If you are new to group exercise, or returning after a long break then this class is for you! Pre-register at www.northshoreymca.org. LVO Saturday Sept 6 12:00pm LVO Saturday Oct 4 12:00pm
PERSONAL TRAINING
First time clients only Introductory package, 1/2 hour consult plus 3 one hour sessions: $136 Personal Training gets results! The Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA Personal Trainers are certified professionals with education and experience across many disciplines. Your trainer will customize a fitness plan to fit your needs, budget and schedule. You can schedule just a few sessions with a trainer, train several times a week or just check in periodically. For more information or to set up a consultation, please contact Jaime Bloch, Health and Wellness Director, at 781.990.7004 or blochj@northshoreymca.org.
Begin to Spin Workshops Fee:
Y Member FREE GUEST FEE These workshops are for participants to learn how to spin and to become familiar with our spinning program. Each participant will first be properly set up on the bike and learn all the components of the bike and hand positions. Ride at your own level and speed. Class length 1 hour 30 min. Pre-register at www.northshoreymca.org. LVO Tuesday Sept 9 7:15pm LVO Wednesday Sept 10 11:00am LVO Tuesday Oct 7 7:15pm LVO Wednesday Oct 8 11:00am
Fee:
Y Member $78 Community $117 Fee for both Prenatal Exercise and Prenatal Yoga: Y Member $126 Community $189 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. Meets in Boston Ballet Studio 1 LVO Tuesday 9:15am
Prenatal Yoga Fee:
Y Member $78 Community $117 Fee for both Prenatal Exercise and Prenatal Yoga: Y Member $126 Community $189 Enjoy the benefits of prenatal yoga such as decreased maternal weight gain, improved mood and sleep patterns. A yoga class specifically designed for the expectant mother. Meets in Boston Ballet Studio 1 LVO Thursday 10:45am
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Pilates Fusion Fee:
Y Member $78 Community $117 This class is a non-traditional application of Pilates and strength training that focuses on constant dynamic movement and flow from one exercise to the next. Utilizing the Pilates principles improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and core stability with this challenging core centric class. Instructor is Laurie-Sue Rodrigues. Class length is 55 minutes. Meets in Aerobic Studio 1 LVO Tuesday 9:35am
VCore Fee:
Y Member $78 Community $117 This challenging workout is the only barefoot balance training workout that is uniquely designed to improve balance, posture and strength. Through specific single leg standing exercises, VCore® Workout will enable you to improve your foot posture, glute/hip strength and total body alignment - leaving you standing taller and walking stronger! By combining the benefits of Pilates, yoga and barefoot balance training, VCore® Workout is bringing core training off of the floor! Class length is 55 minutes, Meets in Boston Ballet Studio 1, Instructor LaurieSue Rodrigues LVO Thursday 9:35am
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Boot Camp Fee:
Y Member $172 Community $258 SPECIAL: 50% OFF FOR FIRST-TIMERS Boot Camp is a challenging and fun group workout that fosters accountability and team camaraderie. You’ll experience variety in each class with cardiovascular, speed, endurance, strength, and power training exercises. Our commitment is to encourage, motivate, coach and train participants to the highest possible level while delivering a memorable experience. Classes are held outdoors if possible. Prerequisite: Must be able to run at least one mile continuously. Instructors Cheryl Marcorelle and Justin DeRosa. LVO Mon/Wed/Fri 5:45am
HIIT Bootcamp 1 Day Fee:
Y Member $78 Community $117 2 Day Fee: Y Member $136 Community $204 Join this one-of-a-kind class that combines all types of strength, cardio, plyometric, stability, flexibility, and core training. High Intensity Interval Training is effective and fun! Whether outside or in the gym, you will enjoy a class that is constantly incorporating new types of fitness. Join today and become “out of this world” fit! All fitness levels welcome. Class length is 45 minutes. Meets in Gym. Instructor Adam Allen. LVO Tuesday 9:00am LVO Thursday 9:00am
Tabata Circuit 1 Day Fee:
Y Member $88 Community $117 2 Day Fee: Y Member $154 Community $231 Tabata Circuit incorporates high intensity interval training with a rest period shorter than the work period. Led by a nationally certified Y personal trainer, 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 45 minutes. Instructor JoAnna Mooney. LVO Monday 9:30am LVO Friday 9:30am
Introduction to TRX
Fee: Y Member FREE Our introductory TRX program is designed for people with no prior experience using TRX as part of their workout routine. This free program was developed to teach the basics regarding proper use of the TRX as well as common exercises. By the end of the 4 weeks, participants will be able to utilize the TRX as part of their normal workout routines as well as confidently participate in small group TRX programs. LVO Tuesday Sept 2 or Sept 30 5:30pm LVO Wednesday Sept 3 or Oct 1 11:00am
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS TRX Fee:
Y Member $88 Community $132 Hit on all muscle groups to provide a solid, total body workout using the TRX Suspension Trainer. Classes will be adjusted according to fitness level, and modifications are provided. Limited participants. LVO Monday 5:30pm Larry LVO Monday 6:30pm Keli LVO Wednesday 9:00am JoAnna LVO Wednesday 10:00am Jo-an LVO Thursday 5:45am Abbey LVO Friday 9:00am Keli LVO Saturday 8:30am Keli LVO Saturday 9:30am Jo-an
TRX Bootcamp Fee:
Y Member $88 Community $132 This class will improve your performance and take your training to the next level. You will move through stations combining the TRX with kettlebells, medicine balls, jump ropes, and more. If you are ready to step up your workouts, TRX Bootcamp is for you! Get ready to sweat! Intermediate and advanced participants are welcome. Limited participants. Meets in the stretching area. LVO Sunday 9:30am Christine LVO Monday 9:00am Adam LVO Monday 12:00pm Adam LVO Tuesday 8:30am Justin D LVO Tuesday 7:15pm Adam LVO Wednesday 6:30pm Adam LVO Thursday 6:30pm Adam LVO Friday 10:00am Justin D
TRX Bootcamp Express Fee:
Y Member $66 Community $99 This class will improve your performance and take your training to the next level. In only 45 minutes. You will move through stations/exercises combining the TRX Suspension Trainer, TRX RIP Trainer, jump ropes, BOSU, Battle Ropes and more! Intermediate and advanced participants are welcome. Limited participants. Meets in the stretching area. LVO Tuesday 10:35am Laurie-Sue LVO Sunday 4:15pm Adam
TRX Pilates Fee:
Y Member $88 Community $132 This fun, challenging class combines the principles of Pilates with the TRX Suspension Trainer, and other props. It will intensify the level of difficulty and accelerate results by slow, controlled, concentrated movements. Through gravity, engagement, and repetition of controlled movements, the body will achieve new levels of tone, flexibility and endurance. Limited participants. LVO Wednesday 4:30pm Laurie-Sue LVO Thursday 10:35am Laurie-Sue
TRX Core 30 Fee:
Y Member $48 Community $72 Target the core muscles in 30 minutes. All TRX exercises will focus on core strength and stability. Previous TRX experience recommended. Limited participants. LVO Tuesday 5:10am Abbey LVO Thursday 5:10am Meredith
NEW Leaner, Faster, Stronger….30 Minute Classes
Fee:
Y Member $48 Community $72 SPECIAL: Sign up for one class, get the second class 25% off. With these 30 minutes classes you can EASILY fit a workout into your day. Something for everyone. Modifications are shown for all fitness levels. Come join us! TABATA/HIIT 30 These max interval training classes are easy to learn and will push you to new training heights resulting in more calories burned, faster results, and a higher metabolism. LVO Monday 7:00pm Ryan LVO Tuesday 8:30am Alexa LVO Thursday 5:45am Meredith D TRX CORE 30 All TRX Suspension Trainer exercises will focus on core strength and stability. LVO Tuesday 5:10am Abbey LVO Thursday 5:10am Meredith D Battle Ropes 30 Rope training will give you a full body workout that may flex your aerobic capacity as much as sprinting does, minus the stress on your lower body’s joints. TRX HIIT 30 High Intensity Interval Training using the TRX Suspension Trainer along with other props to maximize your workout! LVO Tuesday 9:35am Keli LVO Friday 6:00am Christine FOAM ROLLING 30
Self-Myofascial Release techniques with a
foam roller are used that can improve flexibility, function, performance, and reduce injuries. A great way to start or complete your workout! LVO Tuesday 10:05am Keli LVO Friday 6:30am Christine
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Leaner You 1 Day Fee:
Y Member $88 Community $117 2 Day Fee: Y Member $154 Community $231 If you need help losing weight, staying on track and staying motivated this class is for you! Exciting, challenging workouts combined with weekly weigh-ins will bring you closer to your goals! Join NSCA Certified Personal Trainer Ryan Healy for 45 minutes. Meets in aerobic studio 1. LVO Tuesday 6:30pm LVO Thursday 6:30pm LVO Sunday 10:45 am
Commit to Get Fit Fee:
Y Member-$118 Community-$177 This fitness and nutrition program is packed with group workouts, nutrition discussions, weigh-ins, measurements and homework. All of which are designed to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Food and activity journals will be provided. Class length 1 hour 15 min. Led by Health & Wellness Director Jaime Bloch. LVO Monday 6:45pm
Fitness Four Circuit Fee:
Y Member $92 Community $138 Grab 3 friends - make a group of 4, and let’s get to work! Class will utilize TRX, Kettlebells, Medicine Balls, Bodyweight and other equipment. Results: Total Body Conditioning and blast with friends! Limited to 4 participants. Meets in the stretching area. Class length is 45 minutes. For Contact Jaime Bloch, 781990-7004 Or blochj@northshoreymca.org
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Intro to Ayurveda Workshop Fee:
Y Member $30 Community $45 Join us and learn about one of the oldest continuously practiced health care system in the world. Yoga's sister science, Ayurveda, is the "science or wisdom of life." Ayurveda offers you simple, practical, affordable and natural ways to manage your helath through stress management techniques, life style changes, food and diet, spices, simple detox, bodywork techniques, herbs and exercise. Learn about the amazing benefits of Ayurveda and how it relates to mind-body health. Identify signs and symptoms of imbalance at the root cause and help to prevent imbalances that lead to disease. Workshop length 2 hours. Instructor: Marnie Memmolo LVO
PWR! Parkinson Wellness Recovery Training Fee:
Y Member Free Community $8 This class will have participants engaging in researched based exercise specifically tailored for Parkinson’s that is Neuroplasticity principled, holds promise to slow disease progression, restore motor function, increase longevity and quality of life. Class will be led by Gail Perry Borden, PWR! Fitness Professional and Parkinsonian. Participants should be able to walk and stand unassisted. Individuals with MS, as well as caregivers are welcome to attend. Class length 90 minutes. LVO Tuesday 11:30am LVO Thursday 11:30am
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
Fee: FREE Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals such as building muscle mass and strength; increasing flexibility and endurance; and improving confidence and self-esteem. By focusing on the whole person and not the disease, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is helping people move beyond cancer in spirit, mind and body. The program includes: Free 12-week adult Y membership Two free 75 minute classes per week Full access to the Y seven days a week CRITERIA FOR PARTICIPATION Class is available for individuals currently undergoing cancer treatment as well as those who have completed their treatment and are looking to regain health and improve quality of life. Strong personal desire. Patient needs to enroll in program, rather than a family member. Personally commit to attending all classes Inform their physician of their plan to join the program and obtain a signed medical clearance form. Give permission for Y Fitness staff to call physician or person giving treatment when necessary. Participate in an interview with our Survivor Advocate, complete a confidential health assessment and program registration forms For more information or to register, email livestrong@northshoreymca.org or call 781-631-1819 ext 2401
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS LIFELONG LEARNING Y of the USA Group Exercise Instructor Level Training Fee:
Y Member $80 Community $120 This course is designed to train the basics of conducting all varieties of group exercise classes. Course content includes the practical application of cardiorespiratory and neuromuscular exercise science, leadership and teaching skills for group exercise instructors, behavior modification, motivation information and a practical session on general exercise selection and execution. It will also provide practical and theoretical information for instructors of all YMCA health and well-being programs, including information on effective leadership, basic physical activity, healthy lifestyle principles and program safety guidelines. The course also covers the YMCA mission, philosophy and the Y-USA training and certification system. For more information, please contact Jaime Bloch, Health & Wellness Director, at 781-990-7004 or blochj@northshoreymca.org
Connectors - Older Adults Social Group Come to meet, socialize and learn with other older adults. Every month we offer a host of activities asked for by older adults in our community. Activities are free and open to both members and non-members so we encourage participants to bring friends. Watch the website for programs and activities. For more information contact Chris Bevilacqua atbevilacquac@northshoreymca.org.
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS Spaulding Outpatient Center at Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA The Spaulding Outpatient Center at the Marblehead YMCA is an outpatient rehabilitation center that serves as a physical, and aquatic therapy satellite location of the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network. The center provides state-of-the art intervention for a variety of orthopedic injuries and conditions. All of our programs are focused on eliminating or reducing discomfort and improving function while fostering shared patient/family responsibility through education. We believe that a patient who is well informed and actively involved in his or her rehab will ultimately be most successful. Whether you are recovering from surgery or have suffered an accident, low-back injury, sports-related injury, or are coping with pain related to arthritis, we are here to help you reach your potential and get back to living. Contact Info: Phone: 781.639.0055 Fax:781.639.0441
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SPORTS, RECREATION & SWIMMING 40+ Men’s Basketball Drop-in Fee:
Y Member FREE Community Guest Fee Join us in our 40+ men’s basketball dropin. Play against players your own age in a competitive and fun atmosphere. It doesn’t matter if you were a superstar way back when or a pick-up player now, we want you! LVO Monday 8:00 pm LVO Sunday 8:00 am
Adult Volleyball Drop In Fee:
Y Member FREE Community Guest Fee Come join in our drop-in volleyball program. This is great for players looking to get back in to the game or continue to improve their skills. LVO Sunday 9:00am
Adult Pickleball
Fees: Free If you love racket sports such as squash, tennis, ping pong or badminton then I have the sport for you. The fastest growing sport in America is pickleball. LVO Monday 12:00pm –3:00pm LVO Saturday 10:30am -12:30pm
High School Pick Up Basketball Fee:
Y Member $Free Community $Guest Fee Come to the Y to join us for high school pick up. The pick up league will consist of a YMCA staff member as a score keeper. LVO Tuesday 6:00pm– 8:00pm
GOLF FOR EVERYONE Fall 2014 A comprehensive golf class geared for the beginner player covering: grip, set-up routine, posture Tempo and more. Classes on the course will test the players’ newly acquired skills. Six weeks of training and two on course days will be held at the Sun ‘n Air Golf Center in Danvers. Equipment requirements minimum: one golf bag, one wood, one iron, and one putter. Class instruction fee is $160.00. Note: there are additional costs of $88.00 for golf balls and $30.00 for greens fees. Class limited to 4 players DIL Saturday 2:00pm Adult Men 3:00pm Adult Women
21+ Men’s Basketball League
Team Fee $500 The start of our next 4 on 4 basketball season is Sept. 24. Games are 20 minute running halves and played between 7pm & 10pm.. Captains will submit team rosters to John Cordeiro prior to the start of the season at cordeiroj@northshoreymca.org. If you are interested in participating as an individual, please contact John and he will try and place you on a team. LVO Wednesday 7:00pm Starts September 24
Adult Gymnastics Ages: Fee:
18 and up Y Member $99 Community $149 Are you looking for a new and exciting way to get in shape? Do you miss being a cheerleader or gymnast? If so, come join our adult gymnastics class. Each week will include a variety of activities such as basic tumbling, climbing the rope or bouncing on the trampoline. It’s never been more fun to become fit. Class length is 1 hour. LVO Tuesday 7:30pm
Adult Trampoline Ages Fees:
18 & up Y Member $99 Community $145 Are you looking for an exciting way to get in shape or do you miss being a cheerleader, gymnast or diver? If so, come join our adult trampoline class and our new competitive trampoline which is extremely bouncy. An overhead spotting rig has also been stalled which makes learning flips safe, fun and easy. Class length 1 hour. LVO Tuesday 7:30pm
Adult Skateboarding Fee:
Y Member $80 Community $110 Whether you are a beginner or need a refresher to get you back in the game, join us at the skate park. Skating is a low cost physical activity that you can do with your friends, family, children or by yourself. LVO Wednesday 6:00 pm
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Saturday, September 6– Friday, October 31
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SPORTS, RECREATION & SWIMMING Martial Arts for Teens & Adults-Tang So Do Ages: Fee per class:
13 years & older Y Member $12 Community $18 Fee per session: Y Member $88 Community $132 Artistry, self-defense, fitness, flexibility, basics, no-contact sparring, and much more…in an atmosphere of patience, humor, tolerance, and mutual respect. Black Belt Adult and Teen Instructors from Safe Harbor Martial Arts will teach each class. This is an enjoyable activity whether you’re 16 or 60+! Class length is 1 hour. Meets in aerobic studio 1. LVO Tuesday 7:30pm
Martial Arts Additional Day Fee:
Y Member $66 Community $99 This “Family-Style” class is designed for those students who are already attending either the Tuesday, Martial Arts III class or Martial Arts for Teens and Adults- Tang So Do class. To qualify for this class, a student must be an adult, teen or pre-teen, any rank or belt from beginner through advanced. Students ages 10 and older may attend with green and red belts. Youths ages 10 or younger can attend but must have Master DeMarco’s approval. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the doubles squash court. LVO Thursday 6:00pm
Martial Arts IV Ages: Fee:
12 years & up Y Member $88 Community $132 This class is for students who are at an intermediate to advanced level. Students must have their green belt or higher and be older than 12 years. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the aerobics studio. LVO Thursday 7:30pm
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Adult Swim Lessons Fee:
Y Member $78 Community $117 Adult swim lessons are geared towards adults who want to become comfortable around water. The goal is water acclimatization in a safe environment with supportive, knowledgeable instructors. LVO Monday 7:15pm LVO Tuesday 10:45am LVO Wednesday 12:00pm 7:30pm LVO Thursday 10:45am
Advanced Springboard Diving for Adults Fee:
Y Member $90 Community $132 This class is for accomplished divers who want to perfect their advanced skills. The objective is that divers learn 11 dives proficiently. Class length is 1 hour. Meets in the big pool. LVO Wednesday 6:30pm LVO Saturday 12:00pm
Aquatic Personal Training Ages: 1 Session Fee:
14 years & up Y Member $30 Community $45 4 Session Fee: Y Member $120 Community $180 The aquatics staff will work with you for the water training you desire! Whether it be injury prevention, water walking and running, water exercise, water safety, or proper stroke technique. For more information, please contact Susan Guertin, Aquatics Director/Head Swim Coach, at 781-990-7009 or guertins@northshoreymca.org.
Adult Water Exercise Stretch & Flex Ages: Fee:
18 years & up Y Member $74 Community $111 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. LVO Monday 12:00pm LVO Friday 12:00pm
SwimFit - Masters Swimming Ages: Fee:
18 years and up Y Member $46.50 monthly bank draft $15.50 drop-in fee Community $93.00 monthly bank draft $25.00 drop-in fee This adult swim program is great for fitness swimmers who are interested in spicing up their swim routine or triathletes and competitive swimmers with specific individual goals. If you want camaraderie and the convenience of built-in training partners at practice, this program will help you improve your swim technique and speed. Class length is 1 hour 30 minutes. Meets in the big pool. LVO Monday/Wednesday/Friday 5:30am LVO Tuesday/Thursday 9:30am LVO Saturday 7:00am Come try 2 practices for free! Ask the coach if you're ready! Prerequisite: be able to swim 450 yards front crawl.
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SPORTS, RECREATION & SWIMMING H2O Boot Camp Fee:
Y Member $88 Community $132 Boot Camp H20 is a water based fitness program that provides the benefits of a pool with little to no impact on joints and expands lung capacity, as well as the benefits of weight and resistance training of a traditional gym. This program is unique because it is a rigorous crosstraining of swimming, water polo, water aerobics, modified plyometrics, traditional strength and cardio-vascular training. LVO Friday 6:30pm
Squash Annual Program Fee
Fee: Y Member $40 For those adult players who participate in our regularly occurring organized in-house tournaments and leagues, players will pay a one-time fee each year. The period covered is from September 1 through the following August 31.
Squash Adult Beginner Clinic
Y Member $140 Community $210 Learn the game of squash with other beginning players. Players will learn the sport in a fun and encouraging atmosphere. Equipment is available and all players must wear clean non-marking shoes. Class length 1 hour. LVO Tuesday 7:00pm Fee:
Squash Adult Intermediate Clinic
Y Member $140 Community $210 This clinic is for squash players who are interested in improving there skills and focusing on the strategies of squash. Equipment is available and all players must wear clean non-marking shoes. Class length 1 hour. LVO Thursday 7:00pm Fee:
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Squash Box Ladder
Fee: Included in the Squash Annual Program Fee Squash players will be divided into boxes of four to six players of comparable ability. Players will schedule matches against each other once during the twomonth session. In the next session, the top person in each box will move up one box and the bottom person will move down one box. This has proven to be a very successful way to meet and play with people at your level. Recommended for new members. To join the ladder or for more information e-mail Ralph Kusinitz, Squash Coordinator, at kusinitzr@northshoreymca.org.
Squash Introduction Fee:
Y Member-Free Community-Guest Fee Add variety to your workout with squash! Schedule a free introductory to the wonderful game of squash from the Yâ€&#x;s Squash Coordinator, Ralph Kusinitz. Squash provides a varied and intense workout, requiring agility and endurance, and is great fun whatever your skill level. Non-marking shoes are required, but all other equipment will be provided. To schedule a lesson, e-mail Ralph Kusinitz, Squash Coordinator, at kusinitzr@northshoreymca.org.
Private Squash Lessons SQUASH PRIVATE LESSONS Fee: Per Person One 45 minute lesson Fee: Y Member 65 Community $75 One 60 minute lesson Fee: Y Member $80 Community $90 Five 45 minute lessons Fee: Y Member $300 Community $350 Five 60 minute lessons Fee: Y Member $375 Community $425 SQUASH SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS Fee: Per Person (2 people) One 60 minute lesson Fee: Y Member $45 Community $55 Five 60 minute lessons Fee: Y Member $215 Community $265 One 90 minute lesson Fee: Y Member $68 Community $78 Five 90 minute lessons Fee: Y Member $330 Community $380 SQUASH GROUP LESSONS Fee: Per Person (4-5 people) One 60 minute lesson Fee: Y Member $20 Community $30 To schedule a lesson, please contact Ralph Kusinitz, Squash Coordinator, at
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If you are interested in any Boston Ballet programs, please visit us on the 2nd floor of the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA or visit our website, www.bostonballet.org/school. Questions or prefer to register off-line? Please contact us at 617.456.6333. .
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION, VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING ASHI CPR Recertification
Ages: Fee:
16 years & up Y Member $35 Community $53 This course is designed to refresh your CPR and AED skills. You will be certified in adult, child, and infant CPR. This course includes an online course at home. You must take the online class prior to attending class. Upon arrival you will demonstrate your skills and take a written test. Class length 45 minutes. Class will meet in the Teen Center. LVO Monday Oct 21 6:30pm
ASHI First Aid Recertification Ages: Fee:
16 years & up Y Member $35 Community $53 Refresh your First Aid skills for a variety of medical emergencies. This course includes online training at home. You must take the on-line course prior to attending the class. Upon arrival you will demonstrate first aid skills and take a written test. Class length 30 minutes. Class will meet in the Teen Center. LVO Tuesday Sept 16 6:30pm
Lifeguard Training Ages: Fee:
Ages 16 years & up Y Member $330 Community $360 Recert: Y Member $150 Community $180
(All classes held at the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA) Saturday and Sunday Oct, 4, 5, 18, 19,25, 26 12:00-5:00pm
Participants must be 16 years of age by the conclusion of the course. (New 2012 “On the Guard Lifeguard Program�) Prerequisites: Tread Water (2 minutes), swim 100 yards front crawl, 50 yards each of elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke; surface dive, feet first surface dive, feet first surface dive in 8-10 feet of water and swim under water 15 feet. Candidates must also sprint 60 feet in the water, then perform a surface dive to 8-10 feet of water, pick up a dive ring from the bottom, surface, tread water for 1 minute legs only and replace the object back to the pool bottom. Swim the remaining distance, hoist yourself out of the water and perform compressions on an adult mannequin for 1 minute, then walk quickly to the lifeguard chair and climb up. Participants must provide an email at registration in order to receive links from ASHI to take CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and O2 oxygen Administration. It is a requirement that participants pass all three on-line courses prior to the first day of class, print out the certificates of completion, and bring them on the first day of class. The first day of class participants will be assigned 3 hours of home study which must be completed prior to taking the practical and written exam. For more information, please contact Emily Korriku, Associate Aquatics Director, at 781-990-7040 or korrikue@northshoreymca.org.
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Saturday, September 6- Friday, October 31
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION, VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING Annual Campaign Did you know...?
VOLUNTEER
The Lynch/van Otterloo 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 Annual Campaign is used to support local children, families and individuals through Y programs, membership and camp. The Annual Campaign is more than donors and dollars, it is a grassroots effort led by dozens of volunteers and businesses from our communities.
Duties could include greeting guests, answering phones, handing out towels and locker keys, photocopying, and light filing.
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 Thank you!
Front Desk Volunteer
Swim Lesson Helper
Duties could include greeting parents and children, helping younger swimmers with bubbles and getting into the water, assisting instructor with other lesson-related tasks, both in and out of the pool.
Administrative Support
Duties could include mailings, data entry, filing, research, marketing and special projects.
Middle and High School Youth Sport Volunteering
Students age 14 years and older to learn how to teach children’s sports classes. The first few classes are held in the conference room learning how to instruct and facilitate practice plans for sports classes. Final classes will conclude with teaching a child’s sports class. Class length is 45 minutes. Prepare today for a job tomorrow. For more information, please contact Emily Hudak, Sports Director, at 781-990-7044 or hudake@northshoreymca.org. To learn more about volunteer roles, visit www.northshoreymca.org or contact Kim Lations, Volunteer Coordinator, at lationsk@northshoreymca.org.
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Designed to foster a love of dance and creative inspiration in individuals with special needs
INTERESTED IN JOINING ADAPTIVE DANCE FALL 2014? We offer joyful and engaging movement classes for students with special needs at our Boston, Newton, and North Shore studios. Sign up for a FREE trial class: Boston & Newton – Aug 23 North Shore – Aug 24 Fall classes run September 13–November 22 For more information and to sign up for a trial class visit www.bostonballet.org/community/adaptive-dance Photo by Ernesto Galan