Learn to SCUBA at the YMCA!
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If you're planning a trip this Winter to a tropical destination and want to be prepared to SCUBA when you get there, than there's no better time to learn than right now at the YMCA.
Learn the basics of SCUBA as you are trained by certified instructors in the techniques, skills and knowledge to enjoy safe diving.
Program# - AQ872
Date: Sundays beginning September 14th through November 11th.
Time: 4:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $275 for members; $325 for program members
Contact the Aquatic Department for more information at 708-434-0220.
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Share your passion for the YMCA!
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The West Cook YMCA is always looking for volunteers who can share
their expertise, time, and passion for the YMCA with others.
We are putting out a special call now for volunteers in three key areas:
· Babysitting
· Y Box Kid's Activity Center
· Teen programming
If you have an interest in any of those areas, please contact
Jan Pate (434-0203 or jpate@opymca.org).
Volunteerism is a strong component of the YMCA culture.
We welcome you and look forward to working with you to enrich your volunteer experience.
Days and hours are flexible in most cases so we can accommodate your schedule.
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Thank You!
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To all those who donated at the Heartland Blood Drive at the YMCA on Tuesday, August 26th.
We collected 26 total units benefiting blood centers throughout Chicagoland! You're help in saving lives is greatly appreciated. We look forwarding to seeing all of you again in February.
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Y's Guys
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Y's Guys is an afterschool program designed to give teens the opportunity to learn about life issues, teamwork, leadership and career opportunities.
Participants will take art in:
· Community service projects
· Swimming
· Health and Fitness
· Gym Games
· Arts and Crafts
· Homework time with access to the CLC (Community Learning Center)
Program # - YF456 & 457
Time: School dismissal to 7:00pm
Cost: Members w/ self transportation $70; Program members w/ self transporation $95
Members w/ YMCA transportation $100; Program members w/ YMCA transportation $135
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America On the Move Week
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During America On the Move Week with the YMCA, Sept. 20 to Sept. 27, 2008, the West Cook YMCA is inviting families of the Oak Park, Forest Park, and River Forest communities to join more than 1,400 YMCAs nationwide in taking "small steps" toward creating a "healthy family home." This year, YMCAs are helping individuals make positive lifestyle changes and introducing families to YMCA Healthy Family Home, a simple, flexible approach that helps families move more, eat healthier, and build stronger family relationships.
During America On the Move Week with the YMCA, families and individuals are encouraged to be more active and eat healthier by making smarter food choices. "Steps" are awarded for actual steps taken during the week as well as equivalents for all other forms of physical activity, such as swimming, biking and dancing, and other group or family activities that promote well-being, such as eating together as a family. Healthy Family Home's research has shown that these kinds of family activities can produce significant long-term results.
Beginning Monday, September 15, participants can contact the West Cook YMCA to request a free pedometer and an America on the Move Quick Start Guide with a tracking form and step conversions for common exercises and activities. The goal is to reach 18 million steps locally and 10 billion steps across the country during this designated week.
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Girls Who Wanna Have Fun
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· Competitive basketball, volleyball, softball, badminton and Racquetball
· Sports activities geared toward the woman athlete
· Program runs for 8 weeks! Not too late - Sign-up Today!
Program# - YF339
Cost:
$26 for members
$32 for program members
Age:
Adult women 18+
Contact YBL Coordinator Drew Richardson at 708-434-0235 or drichardson@opymca.org for more info.
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Saturday Action Club
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Turn off the cartoons and join us for the Saturday Action Club.
Children ages 6 - 12 will enjoy making new friends, learning new skills, and sharpening old ones.
Field trips, swimming, group games and arts and crafts also are featured.
Program# - YF450
Time: Saturday 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Class runs September 27 - October 18, 2008
Cost: $40 for members; $80 for program members
Min/Max: 6/13
For more information contact Child and Family Director Mary Ann Kandah at 708-434-0230.
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