January 2010
YMCA TimesWe build strong kids, strong families, strong communities
Luter Family YMCA   |  259 James Street  |   Smithfield, Virginia 23430   |   (757) 365-4060







IN THIS ISSUE:
Online Program Guide

Schedule Links

Calendar

Quick Links

Enjoy the journey

Let's get the whole family moving

Active Older Adults


SPIRIT GUIDE PROGRAM LISTING
 
Stop by the YMCA and pick up the new winter Spirit Guide Program Listing.  Click here to view online.

SCHEDULE LINKS:

CALENDAR:
Jan  1  YMCA Closed
Jan  4  Winter Session Starts
Jan  5  Swim Team - Winter Session
Jan  9  HEAT Training
Jan 10  Lose to Win Challenge
Jan 15  Kids Night Out
Jan 23  Swim Meet
 
Please contact the Welcome Center for more info

QUICK LINKS:
www.peninsulaymca.org
Luter Family YMCA Web Page
FitLinxx United Way


Happy New Year!
 
We thank you for making the YMCA part of your life this past year, and we look forward to a wonderful relationship with you in 2010.  Happy New Year from the entire Luter Family YMCA staff. 


enjoy the journey

Enjoy your journey

The YMCA is here to help you and your family thrive, to improve your well-being, connect with others and access support. 
 
Please invite your family, friends, and neighbors to join you in this journey at the YMCA.
 
There is no joining fee from January 2nd - 18th; and half off the joining fee the rest of the month.  This could be a family savings of $100.


Let's get started on a healthier spirit, mind and body.
  • Lose to Win - YMCA weight loss challenge begins January 10th.  This 12 week program includes the new balance walking classes, nutrition information and support, workout guidance, and weigh-ins.  Sign up today!
  • Balance Walking - Offered as a special class to "Lose to Win" participants.  This low impact workout burns up to 50% more calories than just walking.  Skeptical?  What have you got to lose besides a few pounds?
  • HEAT - High Energy Advanced Training.  This 90 minute class includes intense exercise for advanced fitness levels.  Specialty training to include: strength, cardio, and flexibility.  Sign up today to test your limits.
  • Personal Training - Start off the New Year with a new perspective.  Let one of our certified Personal Trainers help you to gain better results from your workout.  An individualized exercise program is designed to meet your personal health and fitness goals.
  • FitLinxx - What if your exercise program was so easy you didn't have to think about it?  Imagine that your exercise routine is programmed for you; you are rewarded for goals achieved and encouraged when your motivation wanes.  Welcome to FitLinxx.
  • Fitness Orientations - A free fitness orientation is available to all members by appointment.  Receive instructions on proper use, techniques, programming and safety recommendations from our experienced instructors.  Schedule yours today.
  • Water Aerobics classes are a fun way to achieve a moderate-to-high intensity workout with little or no impact in shallow or deep water.
  • The following classes are included free with your YMCA membership!  Please click here for the Group Exercise schedule.
Connie Chapman, Wellness and Development Director, will be glad to answer any questions you might have.  Click here to contact Connie.
 
 


Let's get the whole family moving
   
Drums Alive is back!  This family friendly Saturday morning class is perfect for families exercising together.  Enter a new dimension of fitness; feel and experience the pulsating rhythms, dynamic movements, and powerful percussions of this high-energy cardio and rhythm program.  Drums Alive combines traditional aerobic movements with the powerful beat and rhythm of the drums.  It is a workout for the entire spirit, mind and body.  Drums Alive is back on the January group exercise schedule.  Click here to view the group exercise schedule.
 
Open Volleyball - Tuesdays and Thursdays the gym is open for pick-up volleyball games, 5:30 - 7:30p.  Join the fun!
AOA

Active Older Adults

Looking for something new?  Check it out!
  • Deep Water Aerobics - A moderate-to-high intensity workout with no impact.
  • Shallow Water Aerobics - Increase cardiovascular, muscle strength, and stamina in shallow water.
  • SilverSneakers - Have fun and move to music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength and range of motion.
  • Silver Yoga - This class is designed to increase flexibility, reduce stress and promote relaxation for older adults.
  • YES (Young Energetic Seniors) - A class for seniors looking to improve cardiovascular health, muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility.
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