FALL SESSION 2021
SESSION 1 SEPTEMBER 13-OCTOBER 31 REGISTRATION OPENS FULL MEMBERS: AUGUST 30 PROGRAM MEMBERS: SEPTEMBER 6
YMCA OF METUCHEN, EDISON, WOODBRIDGE & SOUTH AMBOY
METUCHEN BRANCH YOUTH PROGRAMS
Explore & More!
Ages 1-5
Zumba Kids/Zumba Kids Pro
Tuesdays
Zumba Kids Ages 7-11 Thursdays
5:15-6:00pm
Ages 4-6 Thursdays
4:30-5:15pm
Zumba Kids Pro Ages 7-11 Thursdays
5:15-6:00pm
Ages 4-6 Thursdays
4:30-5:15pm
Youth Boxing/Youth Boxing Pro
Youth Boxing Fridays
Youth Boxing Pro Fridays
Virtual Chess
Ages 11-17 6:00-6:45pm
Ages 11-17 6:00-6:45pm
All Ages
11:00am-12:00pm
Intro to Drumming
Ages 6-14
Sundays
2:00-3:00pm
Sewing
Ages 7-14
This class will introduce children and tweens to the wonderful world of sewing with a sewing machine. This class is project-based and students will complete 2-3 projects in a session. We will start with simple’s pin cushion, then tackle stuffed animals. Students will be able to confidently thread a sewing machine, understand its features and safely use it. We will also learn how to read a selling pattern layout and pin a project, cut pattern pieces, understand selling pattern directions and assemble projects. Students will also learn how to sew on buttons and trim as well as the basic embroidery skills and hand sewing. With the basic skills learned in this class, students will be able to follow their imagination and creativity to sell independently. All materials are included. Mondays 4:00-5:00pm
Painting-Harvest Moon Path
Ages 6-14
Wednesdays
5:00-6:00pm
5:00-6:15pm
Performance Theater
Ages 7-14
American Sign Language (ASL)
Ages 6-14
Thursdays
4:00-5:00pm
This class is centered around building a quality stage performance. Students will learn about the audition process, build confidence, practice patience and enhance their social skills. Students will have a blast playing theater games that strengthen their talents and prepare them for their role on stage. The class ends with a performance on the YMCA stage in Edison. Fridays 4:00-6:00pm
Beginner 5:00-6:15pm
Intermediate Fridays
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65 High Street • Metuchen, NJ • 732-548-2044
2021 Fall I Program Guide
METUCHEN BRANCH ADULT PROGRAMS Art with Kim
SWIM STARTERS-PARENT/CHILD
Water Discovery & Exploration 6 mos-3 years
Tuesdays Tuesdays & Wednesdays
11:00am-1:00pm 6:00-8:00pm
*The YMCA defines parent as any adult in a child caregiving role. One guardian in the water per child.
BoxFIT SWIM EVALUATIONS
Sundays
10:00-11:00
AQUATIC PROGRAMS AQUATIC EXERCISE
Please use Lesson Selector at the end of this program guide to determine swim level. If unsure, register for lower option to be moved up. SWIM ATTENDANCE Swim lesson instructors are prepared for your child’s arrival. Make-up lessons will only be offered for weather, maintenance and emergency-related closings.
Aqua Arthritis
SWIM BASICS Mondays September 13, 20, 27
10:30-11:15
Aqua Zumba
Level 1-Water Acclimation
Ages 3-5
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65 High Street • Metuchen, NJ • 732-548-2044
2021 Fall I Program Guide
METUCHEN BRANCH AQUATIC PROGRAMS SWIM BASICS (cont’d) Level 1-Water Acclimation
SWIM STROKES Ages 6-12
Level 3 & 4-Water Stamina and Stroke Introduction
Level 2-Water Movement
Level 2-Water Movement
Ages 3-5
Level 3-Water Stamina
Ages 6-12
Level 4-Stroke Introduction
Ages 6-12
Tuesdays Thursdays
5:30-6:15pm 4:45-5:30pm
Level 5&6-Stroke Development and Stroke Mechanics
Ages 6-12
Ages 6-12
TEEN/ADULT Swim Basics
Ages 3-5
Ages 13+
MINI-MANTA RAY Swim Strokes
Ages 6-12
*The YMCA defines parent as any adult in a child caregiving role. One guardian in the water per child.
*Click on program name or day of week to register
65 High Street • Metuchen, NJ • 732-548-2044
2021 Fall I Program Guide
EDISON BRANCH YOUTH PROGRAMS Dance Fundamentals
Exploration Station
Ages 1-5
Ages 6-13
Mondays
Saturdays
10:00-11:00am
American Sign Language (ASL)
Ages 6-13
Tuesdays
4:00-5:00pm
Quilting
Ages 7-14
11:00am-12:00pm
Writing a Personal Narrative
Sundays
Ages 8-12
9:00-10:00am
ADULT PROGRAMS Women on Weights 1.0 Wednesdays
4:00-5:00pm
Performance Theater
Ages 6-14 Mondays and Thursdays
9:00-10:00am
Women on Weights 2.0 Wednesdays
4:00-6:00pm
Science Explorers (STEM)
Ages 6-13
Wednesdays and Fridays
9:00-10:00am
Bosu
Fridays
4:00-5:00pm Tuesdays
7:00-8:00am
*Click on program name or day of week to register
1775 Oak Tree Road • Edison, NJ • 732-494-3232
2021 Fall I Program Guide
EDISON BRANCH ADULT PROGRAMS (cont’d) TRX Suspension Training
Mondays Wednesdays
Ages 13+
Level 1-Water Acclimation Men Only
Ages 13+
9:00-10:00am 6:00-7:00am
AQUATIC PROGRAMS
Mini Manta Rays
SWIM STARTERS Water Discovery
Level 1-Water Acclimation Women Only
Ages 6 and up
6 months-3 years
Lifeguard Training
SWIM BASICS In-person: Sundays and Saturdays
BIRTHDAY PARTIES ARE BACK! Level 1-Water Acclimation
Ages 3-5
Level 1-Water Acclimation
Ages 6-12
Host your child’s birthday party at our Metuchen branch or Edison Community Campus! Parties can be held on Saturdays or Sundays from 11:30am-1:30pm or 2:00-4:00 pm. Cost: $345 for Full Members $398 for Program Members $398 for Non-Members $50 deposit required For more information, contact Bradford Lindsey at bradford.lindsey@ymcaofmewsa.org
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1775 Oak Tree Road • Edison, NJ • 732-494-3232
2021 Fall I Program Guide
EDISON BRANCH AQUATIC PROGRAMS (CONT’D)
Level 2-Water Movement
Ages 13+
SWIM BASICS
SWIM STROKES
Level 2-Water Stamina
Level 3-Water Stamina
Level 1-Water Movement
Level 2-Stroke Introduction
Ages 6-12
Level 3-Stroke Development
Ages 6-12
Level 4-Stroke Mechanics
Ages 6-12
Ages 6-12
Ages 3-5
Ages 3-5
ADULT Level 2-Water Movement
Ages 6-12
Levels 1 & 2-Adult Swim Lessons Students will learn benchmark skills including swim, float swim-sequencing, front glide, roll, back float, roll, front glide and exit and jump, push, turn and grab.
Level 1-Adult ARC Swim Lessons Level 2-Adult ARC Swim Lessons *Click on program name or day of week to register
1775 Oak Tree Road • Edison, NJ • 732-494-3232
2021 Fall I Program Guide
SOUTH AMBOY BRANCH YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS Pee Wee Sports Sampler
FREE DEMO Wednesday, September 15, 2021 Friday, September 18, 2021
6:00-7:00pm 10:30-11:30am
CLASSES Wednesdays Saturdays
6:00-7:00pm 10:30-11:30am
Rookie Soccer
Ages 5-12
Ages 5-8
Thursdays
4:30-5:15pm
All-Star Soccer
Ages 8-12
Thursdays
4:30-5:15
Tennis
Rookie Tennis
Ages 18+
Ages 3-5
Semi-Private Elite High School Level Basketball Skills Development
Soccer
Tempo Weightlifting
Ages 5-8
Thursdays
5:15-6:00pm
All Star Tennis
Ages 8-12
FREE DEMO Friday, September 17, 2021
9:00-10:00am
CLASSES Fridays
9:00-10:00am
Speed & Agility
Ages 6-11
Tuesdays
4:30-5:15pm
ADULT PROGRAMS Dance Step
FREE DEMO Friday, September 17, 2021
7:00-8:00pm
CLASSES Fridays
7:00-8:00pm
Lower Body Sculpting
FREE DEMO Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Tuesday, October 26, 2021 CLASSES Saturdays
8:00-8:45pm 8:00-8:45pm 12:00-1:00pm
AQUATICS PROGRAMS SWIM STARTERS
Teen Strength
Ages 12-16
FREE DEMO Thursday, September 16, 2021
4:00-5:00pm
CLASSES Thursdays
4:00-5:00pm
Level 1-Pre-School Water Acclimation
Ages 3-5
*Click on program name or day of week to register
200 John T. O’Leary Blvd. • South Amboy, NJ • 732-553-9622
2021 Fall I Program Guide
SOUTH AMBOY BRANCH SWIM BASICS (cont’d) Level 3-Pre-School Water Stamina
Level 2-Pre-School Water Movement Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays
Ages 3-5
Ages 3-5
4:30-5:00pm 6:35-7:05pm 4:30-5:00pm 6:35-7:05pm
Level 3-Pre-School Water Stamina Ages 3-5
Level 4-Pre-School Stroke Introduction
Ages 3-5
TEEN/ADULT SWIM BASICS Level 1-School Age Water Acclimation
Ages 6-12
Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays
5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm 5:05-5:50pm 5:50-6:30pm
Level 2-School Age Water Movement
Ages 6-12
Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays
5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm 5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm
Level 3-School Age Water Stamina
Ages 6-12
Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays
5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm 5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm
SWIM STROKES Level 4-School Age Stroke Intro
Ages 6-12
Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays
5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm 5:05-5:50pm 5:50-6:30pm
Level 5-School Age Stroke Development
Ages 6-12
Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays
5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm 5:05-5:50pm 5:50-6:30pm
Level 6-School Age Stroke Mechanics
Ages 6-12
Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays
5:05-5:45pm 5:50-6:30pm 5:05-5:50pm 5:50-6:30pm
Adult Swim Basics
Ages 13 and up
*Click on program name or day of week to register
200 John T. O’Leary Blvd. • South Amboy, NJ • 732-553-9622
2021 Fall I Program Guide
PISCATAWAY BRANCH YOUTH PROGRAMS Basketball Camp for Children with Autism or Special Needs
Saturdays
Level 1-Pre-School Swim Basics
Ages 3-5
Ages 10-18
12:00-1:00pm
Marital Arts-Beginner
Ages 6-14
Tuesdays & Fridays
6:00-7:00pm
Marital Arts-Advanced
Ages 6-14
uesdays Thursday Fridays Saturdays
9:30-10:00am 4:45-5:15pm 4:00-4:30pm 9:00-9:30am
Level 2-Pre-School Swim Basics
Ages 3-5
Level 1-School Age Swim Basics
Ages 6-12
Level 2-School Age Swim Basics
Ages 6-12
Level 3-School Age Swim Basics
Ages 6-12
. Tuesdays and Fridays
7:00-8:00pm
AQUATICS PROGRAMS SWIM BASICS Swim Starters Ages 6 mos-3 years Parent-Child Water Discovery
*Click on program name or day of week to register
520 Hoes Lane • Piscataway, NJ • 732-562-2302
2021 Fall I Program Guide
PISCATAWAY BRANCH AQUATICS PROGRAMS (cont’d) Level 4-School Age Swim Strokes Ages 6-12
CONTACT INFORMATION Metuchen YMCA 65 High Street Metuchen, NJ 08840 732-548-2044 Christine Tolley, Director of Operations christine.tolley@ymcaofmewsa.org julisa.joaquim@ymcaofmewsa.org
Level 5-School Age Swim Strokes Ages 6-12
Level 6-School Age Swim Strokes Ages 6-12
Edison YMCA 1775 Oak Tree Road Edison, NJ 08820 732-494-3232 Erin Siemers, Director of Operations erin.siemers@ymcaofmewsa.org caroline.rankin@ymcaofmewsa.org
Adult Swim Basics
Ages 18+
South Amboy YMCA 200 John T. O’Leary Boulevard South Amboy, NJ 08879 732-553-9622 Gerry Gessie, Director of Operations gerry.gessie@ymcaofmewsa.org mary.valera@ymcaofmewsa.org
Water Exercise Classes No Registration Required, First Come, First Served! EZ Aqua
Fit & Fun
Private Swim Lessons
The YMCA at the Piscataway Community Center 520 Hoes Lane Piscataway, NJ 08854 732-562-2302 Kyle Strohman, Director of Operations kyle.strohman@ymcaofmewsa.org
bryan.elsasser@ymcaofmewsa.org Corporate Offices 483 Middlesex Avenue Metuchen, NJ 08840 732-516-9200 Rose Cushing, President & CEO rose.cushing@ymcaofmewsa.org
*Click on program name or day of week to register
520 Hoes Lane • Piscataway, NJ • 732-562-2302
2021 Fall I Program Guide
FREE SWIM EVALUATIONS Swim evaluations ensure that students are placed in the proper swim lesson level for safety and enjoyment. Evaluations are required for swim lesson registration and may be scheduled by contacting the Aquatics Director at your branch.