Yoga classes added to winter & spring offerings
Session 1 classes start in early January.
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Yoga for Fitness, Yoga for You, Parent/Child Yoga and Yoga for Youth are four new classes added to this winter's offerings (and not listed in the program catalog).
Taught by one of the area's foremost authorities on yoga, Kelly Holland, the Session I classes begin in early January -- but there's still time to register.
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Cheryl Hamond joining national YMCA delegation to Haiti
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Mankato YMCA Program Coordinator Cheryl Hamond will join a delegation of national YMCA leaders on a research and activities expedition to Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
This month, Hamond and 12 other Y professionals will be studying how the YMCA is responding to the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Haiti. Hamond, who coordinates the Brother/Sister and Youth in Government programs at the Y, was chosen through a very competitive selection process.
It's a "working experience" leadership program -- heavy on the participants immersing themselves in the areas devastated by the 2010 earthquake that took place a year ago this month.
"I feel confident in the leadership that is behind this program," Hamond said, "and I am very excited for this opportunity to stretch and grow as a leader."
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A day just for the special girl...
Daughter Day returns to the Y as a special day just for girls and their moms (or whoever they'd like to bring as their older mentor).
Taking place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, Daughter Day involves doing nails, learning some dance, taking part in yoga, creating picture frames, enjoying delicious snacks and more.
Spend some precious time with that special girl at Daughter Day. Cost is $16 per family, and participation is limited to members only. |
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...and one for the women
Revitalization. Relaxation. Inspiration. It's all part of the Women's Retreat on the morning of Saturday, Feb. 12 at the Y.
Yoga, pilates, dance fitness, massage and nails are on the agenda for the morning. The event concludes with a light lunch and guest speaker Chris Schull, the inspirational trainer who led the Y's "Class of 2010" marathon-runners training sessions. For more information, contact Joy at 345-9813.
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It's 3-on-3 for junior high kids at Teen Night Triple Play Saturday, Jan. 22
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Here's a cure for junior high Saturday night blahs: A night of three-on-three games in pool, basketball or volleyball.
Registration is open for the Jan. 22 "Teen Night Triple Play" at the Y. Open to all kids of junior high age, it's a night to take part in either or all of the sports -- teams of three competing throughout the night. Prizes will be given to -- you guessed it -- the top three in each category.
Kids can sign up individually or in teams, and there's a $2 discount off the $6-per-person admission if purchased before Jan. 15.
Games start at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. For questions or more information, call Karri Olmanson at 345-9806.
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Wall to wall with racquetball
Racquetball players - this is the month to sign up for individual or group play and give the Y's four courts a workout.
- Jan. 5 is the registration deadline for winter one-on-one leagues. In this league, matches are arranged between players while following a guided schedule.
- Jan. 9 is the registration deadline for winter team leagues. Teams of four will be formed by the program director and matches are played on Tuesday nights.
For more information, contact Laura Diaz at 345-9808.
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Prepare yourself for tight parking
in January
In early January, parking at the Y gets congested during youth basketball on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights as well as Saturday mornings. Don't get frustrated -- get early!
And if you can't get early, remember that the West High School parking lot is available as long as school is not in session. |
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Preschool registration open for 2011-12
The Y's innovative preschool program, Discovery, is now accepting registrations for the 2011-2012 school year.
In Discovery, kids are treated to fun activities that stimulate creative thinking and interaction -- an ideal preparation for kindergarten and beyond.
From swimming to music, it's one of the programs that gives the Y not only its unique character, but a reputation for excellence.
Contact Margo Dietz at 345-9805 for registration and program fee information.
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Tri, tri, tri: Register now for the 5-week Lazyman Triathlon.
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This month, the Y offers you a chance to complete a triathlon at a pace that's a little less frantic yet still healthy, beneficial and boast-worthy.
The Lazyman Triathlon runs (and bikes, and swims) from Jan. 17 through Feb. 18. The challenge within that time frame is to complete the components of a triathlon: 2.5 miles of swimming, 112 miles of bike riding and 26.2 miles of running.
Cost is $5 and participation is for members only. Register at the front desk and get your log sheet to measure your distance.
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News, notes, dates and events.
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Two upcoming Non-School Days are Jan. 17 and 31, with a music and sledding activities planned, respectively ... Feb. 26 is the Y's annual Indoor Triathlon ... The 37th annual racquetball tournament is March 3-6 ... Program registration deadline for Winter Session I is Wednesday, Jan. 5 ... Program registration deadline for Winter Session II is Wednesday, Feb. 16 ... Youth In Government delegates head to Model Assembly this month, putting our youth in charge of the State Capitol for four days ... Keep an eye out for four new elliptical machines coming to the Life Center soon ... Thanks to everyone who donated to the ECHO Food Shelf collection site in our lobby. We piled on 268 pounds of food that will go toward helping our neighbors struggling to make ends meet.
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