GET ACTIVE
Healthy Living Programs Mar-May 2016 YMCA OF ROANOKE VALLEY
PROGRAM REGISTRATION BEGINS FEBRUARY 5!
Get ready for beach season with Bootcamps Page 4
Join THE BIGGEST MOVER to win prizes for exercise Page5
Train to be a volunteer swim instructor Page 7
GROUP INTERESTS SPRING INTO ART Create your own ready-to-hang masterpiece as local artist Joe Palotas guides you every step of the way. Class price includes supplies, light snacks and drinks. Space is limited, register by Apr 7. Apr 11 M 10:00am-12:00pm M:$25 / NM:$35 SFY
BLOOD DRIVE Donating blood may be one of the most important things you’ve ever done. It is a safe and easy process that takes less than an hour and could save a life. Join us to give back to our neightbors in need. Apr 20 W 10:00am-2:00pm M: FREE KFY
EASTER CELEBRATION ALL AGES Grab your baskets, the Easter Bunny is hitting the trail and he’s making his way to the Y. Children will participate in fun and games, including an Easter egg hunt, make-and-take crafts, face painting and more! Mar 19 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm M: FREE KFY
YMCA VOLUNTEER PROGRAM What a great way to give back to your community and reconnect with your inner child. This winter and spring the YMCA is seeking volunteer coaches for our Preschool and Youth Sports programs, as well as for Y Splash, our water safety outreach program for 2nd graders. All volunteer coaches are trained and celebrated! Volunteer for a better community. PRESCHOOL AND YOUTH SOCCER Mar 19-Apr 23, Saturdays 9:00am-2:00pm Contact: Dee Selman at Kirk Family YMCA 540.342.9622 Felicia Branham at Salem Family YMCA 540.387.9622 PRESCHOOL AND YOUTH YOUTH T-BALL Apr 30-Jun 4, Saturdays 9:00am-2:00pm Contact: Dee Selman at Kirk Family YMCA 540.342.9622 Felicia Branham at Salem Family YMCA 540.387.9622 Y-SPLASH WATER SAFETY PROGRAM FOR 2ND GRADERS Apr-May, Weekdays 11:30am-1:00pm Contact Keith Gaines at Kirk Family YMCA 540.342.9622
MEMBER APPRECIATION WEEK This March we celebrate YOU during YMCA member appreciation week! All events are free to Y members. We’ll have activities for the kids, health screenings, food samples, daily door prizes, free guest passes and more! KIRK FAMILY YMCA Mar 14-19 SALEM FAMILY YMCA Mar 7-12 YMCA EXPRESS Mar 7-12 84TH ANNUAL FATHER-SON & FAMILY BANQUET ALL AGES A YMCA tradition spanning more than 80 years, the banquet is the YMCA’s longest, continuously running program. Each year, the event honors the unique bond forged between fathers and sons with dinner, entertainment and awards for both fathers and sons and mothers and daughters. Presenting our 4th Annual “A.L. Holland Heart of a Father” award plus face painting, first tee golf, juggling, mad scientist experiments, balloon animals, a prize wheel, craft activities, photo station, and other fun activities. Apr 9 Sa 4:00-6:30pm M: $20 Lucy Addison Middle School
SWIM INSTRUCTOR VOLUNTEER TRAINING AGES 18+ If you love the water and working with kids, consider becoming a volunteer swim instructor. Learn how to teach swimming skills to all ages and abilities and teach group lessons. Great experience for those who want to give back and make a difference in a child’s life. Register by Mar 18. Contact Keith Gaines 342-9622 or kgaines@ymcaroanoke.org or Daniel Smith at 387-9622 dsmith@ymcaroanoke.org. Mar 28, 30, 31 M, W, Th 5:00-10:00pm KFY Apr 1 F 5:00-10:00pm ACTIVE OLDER ADULT LUNCHEON Apr 2 Sa 8:00am-12:00pm At the Y, we offer a sense of community, fellowship and support that enriches people’s lives. Take a deeper look at something you’re interested in through our bi-monthly luncheons. Older adults are invited to join us for food, fun and fellowship. Mar 9 W 12:00-1:00pm M: FREE* SFY As part of Membership Appreciation week, Our Lady of the Valley has graciously supported this luncheon to make it free for members. Apr 13 W 12:00-1:00pm M:$6 / NM: $6 SFY May 11 W 12:00-1:00pm M:$6 / NM: $6 SFY ST. PADDY’S DAY POTATO BAR POTLUCK The Y supplies the potatoes, bring your favorite topping side dish or dessert. Let’s all be Irish that day! Mar 16 W 12:00-1:00pm M: FREE KFY
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SPORTS & RECREATION PICK UP BASKETBALL AGES 16+ Pick-up basketball has become an institution at the Y, and we invite you to be a part of it. Mar-May M,W,F 6:30-10:00am M: FREE KFY Mar-May M-F 5:30-9:50pm M: FREE KFY Mar-May M & W 7:30-9:00pm M: FREE SFY INTRO TO RACQUETBALL AGES 18+ Get an introduction to the fundamentals of the game, including basic rules. Register at the Welcome Desk for a free one-hour session. Mar-May W 5:30-6:30pm M: FREE KFY RACQUETBALL/HANDBALL AGES 13+ Have some friendly competition on any one of our 4 racquetball/handball courts. Call in advance for reservations. M: FREE KFY
PICKLEBALL AGES 16+ Pickleball is a racquet sport which combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Ask Welcome Desk for dates and times. Mar-May T & Th 8:30-11:00am M: FREE KFY Mar-May Th 7:00-9:45pm M: FREE KFY Mar-May M,W,F 1:00-3:00pm M: FREE KFY Mar-May Sa 8:00-12:00pm M: FREE KFY Mar-May M, W, F 9:00-11:00am M: FREE SFY VOLLEYBALL AGES 16+ Join us in the gym for a pick-up game of volleyball. No registration required, just show up and have fun! Mar-May Su 1:00-3:30pm M: FREE KFY Mar-May T 7:00-9:15pm M: FREE SFY Mar-May Th 7:00-9:30pm M: FREE SFY
Pickleball (shown in the two photos on the right) is a growing sport at the YMCA. Check the GYM schedule as we continue to add more court time.
PRICE KEY: M= YMCA Member NM: Non-member BRANCH KEY: KFY=KIRK, SFY=SALEM, YEG=YMCA EXPRESS LEARN MORE: www.ymcaroanoke.org
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Register at least 7 days before the first day of each program, unless otherwise noted.
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS WEIGHT-LOSS BOOTCAMP AGES 12+ *Non-members receive a temporary membership for all boot camps. This six week Weight Loss Boot Camp is designed to help you start the spring season off right, and get you back on track. Join us for one hour of interval and circuit training each session geared toward beginner and intermediate exercisers. Measurements and fitness testing performed at beginning and end. Apr 5-May 12 T & Th 6:15-7:00am M:$45 / NM: $99 KFY Apr 5-May 12 T & Th 6:00-7:00pm M:$45 / NM: $99 KFY BEACH BODY BOOTCAMP AGES 12+ *Non-members receive a temporary membership for all boot camps. Challenge yourself with this four-week program. Shape and tone your body at your group workouts led by your personal trainer. Join us for one hour of interval and circuit training each session geared toward intermediate and advanced fitness levels. Get READY TO WORK HARD! Apr 26-May 20 T & F 5:15-6:15am M: $30 / NM: $75 SFY Apr 26-May 19 T & Th 10:30-11:30am M: $30 / NM: $75 SFY Apr 25-May 18 M &W 6:00-7:00pm M: $30 / NM: $75 SFY Apr 26-May 19 T & Th 6:00-7:00pm M: $30 / NM: $75 SFY 4-DAY OPTION M: $45 / NM: $90 SFY
TRX SUSPENSION BASICS AGES 15+ This four-week, suspension based course will challenge you in a variety of ways. Everyone from the first time resistance exerciser to the advanced multi-sport athlete will be pleased with the workouts and results. This course will challenge you. Learn how leverage and gravity can give you a personalized experience that will leave lasting results. Must register at the Welcome Desk. Spots are limited to 9 per class. Apr 4-24 M 9:30-10:30am M: $15 KFY Apr 5-26 T 6:00-7:00pm M: $15 KFY Apr 6-27 W 9:30-10:30am M: $15 KFY Apr 7-28 Th 6:00-7:00pm M: $15 KFY May 2-23 May 3-24 May 4-25 May 5-26
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BETTER TOGETHER Group Exercise is FREE at the Y
Whether on land or in water, group exercise classes are ALWAYS FREE to Valley Wide YMCA members. We offer more than 200 classes per week. Get the latest schedules at the Welcome Desk or ymcaroanoke.org. IF YOU LIKE:
YOU’LL LOVE
The water........................... Aqua Aerobics, Aqua Zumba & Hydro Pilates A mind/body experience......................... Body Flow, Group Centergy, Yoga, Pilates, Dance................................ Group Groove, Zumba, Cardio Dance, Barre Weights............................. Group Power, Power Sculpt, Body Pump Bike Riding......................... Cycle, Group Ride, Cycle Challenge Intensity............................ HEAT, RAT, Weekend Warrior, RIPPED, Group Blast
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CPR/AED FOR THE COMMUNITY AGES 12+ This CPR/AED certification class is done through the American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI). The class will be done in a blended style - two hours of the class will be completed online and two hours are hands on skills in the classroom. The online instructions will be sent to the participants one week before the class and will need to be completed by the date of the class. The certification covers infant, child and adult CPR and is good for two years. This class is for anyone who is required to be CPR/AED certified for job purposes, for parents with small children or anyone wanting to learn a new skill. Mar 10 Th 9:00-11:00am M: $35 / NM: $45 KFY Apr 21 Th 9:00-11:00am M: $35 / NM: $45 KFY May 26 Th 9:00-11:00am M: $35 / NM: $45 KFY ENHANCEFITNESS This senior fitness and arthritis management program improves your endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. It reduces your arthritis symptoms with safe, low impact exercises led by certified instructors in a relaxed atmosphere that promotes fun, laughter, friendship and smiles. Mar 28-Jun 15 M, W, F 12:30-1:30pm M: $20 / NM: $60 YEG May 23-Sep 9 M, W, F 11:15am-12:15pm M: $20 / NM: $60 SFY
PERSONAL TRAINING AGES 10+ We offer personal training to help you set and meet your specific goals to live healthier. Our trainers are equipped to help you lose weight and keep it off. We work with a variety of people: from those recovering from an injury to elite athletes training for an event/sport. So, no matter what your fitness level, age or health goal, we can help you. Year Round by appointment KFY/SFY/YEG INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS PARTNER SESSIONS* 1-4 sessions: M: $45 / NM: $55 -------5-9 sessions: M: $190 / NM: $250 M: $250 10 sessions: M: $360 / NM: $450 M $480 *Partner=2 people/session Ask the Welcome Desk about group rates and bulk session discounts. Individual package rates as low as $32/hour. See our Personal Training Brochure for complete details. PERSONAL TRAINING STARTER PACKAGE Available to New Clients Only If you’ve never tried personal training before, this is the package for you. Let our personal trainers get you on the right track to help you meet your personal goals. M: 3 sessions for $99
LET’S
MOVE
THE BIGGEST MOVER is an 8-week contest where you can win prizes for participating in group fitness classes Thur, Feb 11-Wed, Apr 6. Here is how it works: 1. Pick up a Biggest Mover Workout Card (at the Welcome Desk or Group Fitness rooms). Whenever you attend a class, ask the instructor to initial a box on the card. 2. You can also earn points for bringing friends to a group fitness class. Bring a guest to try a class for free. You earn 1 bonus point for bringing a guest, and FIVE (5) bonus points if your guest becomes a member.
JOIN
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BIGGEST MOVER
BE ACTIVE • EARN POINTS • WIN PRIZES PRICE KEY: M= YMCA Member NM: Non-member BRANCH KEY: KFY=KIRK, SFY=SALEM, YEG=YMCA EXPRESS LEARN MORE: www.ymcaroanoke.org
3. Every week there is a prize drawing. Turn in a Workout Card or Referral Card to be entered in the drawing for a weekly prize. 4. The grand prize is awarded to the member with the highest number of total points at the end of the contest period. You have EIGHT (8) week to WIN BIG!
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Register at least 7 days before the first day of each program, unless otherwise noted.
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WATER ACTIVITIES ADULT SWIM LESSONS AGES 18+ The YMCA has been teaching people how to swim for over 100 years. YMCA swim lessons teach safety and responsibility around the water. You’ll gain confidence and self-esteem as you work to become a better, safer swimmer. SESSIONS DATES REGISTRATION PRICES DEADLINES Spring I Feb 29-Mar 26 Feb 22 Weekdays: M: $42 / NM: $58 Saturdays $21 / NM: $29 Spring 2 Apr 4-30 Mar 28 Weekdays: M: $42 / NM: $58 Saturdays $21 / NM: $29 Spring 3 May 2-28 Apr 25 Weekdays: M: $42 / NM: $58 Saturdays $21 / NM: $29 PRIVATE & SEMI PRIVATE LESSONS ALL AGES Get a little extra attention in the water by booking private lessons at the Welcome Desk. PRIVATE LESSONS 4 (30 min) lessons M: $80 / NM: $120 KFY/SFY 6 (30 min) lessons M: $120 / NM: $180 KFY/SFY 8 (30 min) lessons M: $160 / NM: $240 KFY/SFY SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS (PER PERSON) 4 (30 min) lessons M: $60 / NM: $88 6 (30 min) lessons M: $90 / NM: $132 8 (30 min) lessons M: $120 / NM: $176
EARLY RISERS AGES 18+ Early Risers is a swimming program for adults with its focus being physical fitness and competition for every ability. This group meets early in the mornings to work on refining stroke technique and developing endurance for competition either at the Master Swimming level, summer swim leagues, or for triathlons. Year round T & Th 5:10-6:10am M: $15 / NM: $30/mo KFY Year round T & Th 6:30-7:30am M: $15 / NM: $30/mo KFY Year round T & Th 5:15-6:15am M: $15 / NM: $30/mo SFY Year round T & Th 6:30- 7:30am M: $15 / NM: $30/mo SFY STROKE-O-NOMICS AGES 18+ Our Swimming Stroke Clinic is a program that is a combination of stroke instruction and conditioning. This program is great for adults who are looking for a modified masters swim program or beginning triathletes. Emphasis is on the 4 competitive strokes; individuals must be able to swim continuously for 25 yards. Year round T & Th 9:00-10:00am M: $15 / NM: $30/mo KFY
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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING AGES 15+ American Red Cross Lifeguarding course teaches candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Water rescues, first aid, CPR and AED certifications are obtained through this course. Registration deadline is a week before the class begins. Mar 4-13 F 4:00-8:00pm M: $195 / NM: $225 KFY Sa 8:00am-2:00pm Su 1:00-5:30pm Mar 25 & 28-31 F 4:00-6:00pm M-Th 10:00am-5:00pm M: $195 / NM: $225 SFY Apr 1-3 & 8-10 F 4:00-8:00pm Sa 10:00am-4:00pm Su 1:00-5:00pm M: $195 / NM: $225 SFY Apr 8-17 F 4:00-8:00pm M: $195 / NM: $225 KFY Sa 8:00am-2:00pm Su 1:00-5:30pm May 6-15 F 4:00-8:00pm M: $195 / NM: $225 KFY Sa 8:00am-2:00pm Su 1:00-5:30pm
LIFEGUARD REVIEW/RECERTIFICATION AGES 15+ This course is a competency testing of knowledge and skills, with review and practice of skills. Participants will review CPR, First Aid, and water rescues as well as practice skills before testing. Mar 4-13 F 4:00-8:00pm M: $100 / NM: $200 KFY Sa 8:00am-2:00pm Su 1:00-5:30pm Mar 18-29 F 4:00-8:30pm M: $100 / NM: $200 SFY S 12:00-5:30pm Apr 8-17 F 4:00-8:00pm M: $100 / NM: $200 KFY Sa 8:00am-2:00pm Su 1:00-5:30pm April 29-30 F 4:00-8:30pm M: $100 / NM: $200 SFY Sa 12:00-5:30pm May 6-7 F 4:00-8:30pm M: $100 / NM: $200 SFY Sa 12:00-5:30pm May 6-15 F 4:00-8:00pm M: $100 / NM: $200 KFY Sa 8:00am-2:00pm Su 1:00-5:30pm May 20-21 F 4:00-8:30pm M: $100 / NM: $200 SFY Sa 12:00-5:30pm
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A CHILD’S LIFE Swim Instructor Volunteer Training
If you love the water and working with kids, consider becoming a volunteer swim instructor. Learn how to teach swimming skills to all ages and abilities and teach group lessons. This is a great experience for those who want to give back and make a difference in a child’s life. Register by Mar 18. Contact Keith Gaines 3429622 or kgaines@ymcaroanoke.org or Daniel Smith at 387-9622 dsmith@ymcaroanoke.org.
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LET’S CELEBRATE
MEMBER APPRECIATION WEEK This March we celebrate YOU during YMCA member appreciation week! All events are free to Y members. We’ll have activities for the kids, health screenings, food samples, daily door prizes, free guest passes and more! Join the celebration! KIRK FAMILY YMCA March 14-19 SALEM FAMILY YMCA March 7-12 YMCA EXPRESS at GAINSBORO March 7-11
84TH ANNUAL FATHER, SON & FAMILY BANQUET Join us for this time-honored event celebrating families featuring food, family fun, prizes and the annual Heart of a Father Award.
Sat | Apr 9 | 4:00-6:30pm Lucy Addison Middle School ymcaroanoke.org/family-banquet
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