In keeping with our promise to maintain the Peter Gilgan Family YMCA in "as new condition, we will be re-investing in some areas of the facility with renovations in early September.

Wellness Centre
To accommodate the following updates, the entire Wellness Centre will be CLOSED Tuesday, September 4.

• Replacement of the Biostrength equipment with new Selection line equipment 
• New rubberized flooring in the free weights area to minimize noise
• Addition of two new Cybex ARC trainers and two new recline bikes with TV and iPod capabilities 

Change Rooms
To continue to offer you a clean and well-maintained environment, we'll also:

• Replace all sinks and counters, plus change the faucets and toilet flush valves with hands-free options 
• Replace the flooring the locker area of the general and plus change rooms
• Change the locks in the plus change rooms  

Annual Pool Maintenance  

Both pools will be CLOSED from September 4-16 for annual maintenance. They will reopen Monday, September 17.

Watch out for more information and a renovation schedule coming soon.

 

Mark your calendars for our annual YMCA Peace Week, coming up this fall from November 18-24. We'll have lots of exciting peace activities, so stay tuned!

Peace Medallion nominations open August 15.
YMCA Peace Medallions are awarded to individuals or groups who are committed to building a stronger community through:

• social justice
• conflict resolution
• anti-racism/discrimination
• diversity
• equality
• violence and abuse prevention
• human rights or  
• any activity that focuses on the safety and well-being of individuals and communities.  

If you know of a youth, adult or group peacemaker, please nominate them for a YMCA Peace Medallion. Visit 2012 Peace Medallion Nominations to download the nomination form starting August 15.

 

YMCA Community Breakfast for Peace
Thursday, November 22
We're excited to have Spencer West, recently featured on CTV for his recent climb up Mount Kilimanjaro, as our keynote speaker at our Community Breakfast for Peace. Spencer will speak candidly about the obstacles he had to overcome at the age of five when he lost his legs. Don't miss his inspiring story!

Stay tuned for more exciting details coming soon.

Join the Ride!
Ride for YMCA Strong Kids
Wednesday, August 15
6:00-8:00 p.m.

Help us raise $12,000 to send even more kids to summer camp. The Ride for YMCA Strong Kids will be a high energy, FUN event!  Teams will take turns riding a Cycle Fit bike for one hour while they compete for prizes, get cheered on by a DJ, fuel up with a BBQ and be part of a great experience.

Registration

1. Form a team of 10 or join a team
2. Register your team with Teresa Rinaldi at teresari@oakville.ymca.ca or 905-845-5597, ext. 226
3. Collect pledges, each person participating is encouraged to raise $100 or $1,000 per team. Online donations are accepted.   

Join us on Sunday, August  19 from noon-3:00 p.m. at the Peter Gilgan Family YMCA for our annual Summer Camp Family Barbeque.

All summer camp families are invited to enjoy this free event to celebrate another great summer of camp experiences! We'll fire up the BBQ for a free lunch and invite you to participate in activities and games in the gym, or take a swim in our pool.

 

Get back into your routine or try something new. Among many registered program options for members and non-members this fall is two of our most popular programs:

• Family Zumba (7+ years) - Get the whole family  dancing and exercising! Sept. 8-Nov. 3. 
• Nordic Pole Walking (16+) - Walk your way to better health! Sept. 11-Nov. 14.

Space is limited. Register today!

Members: A reminder that many of our registered programs are included in your membership. No additional fees!

Watch out for the fall Registered Program Guide coming soon!

Beginning this September we'll also be offering an additional time block at 4:15-4:45 p.m., Monday to Friday for the following levels:

• Bobber/Floater
• Glider/Diver
• Otter/Seal
• Dolphin/Swimmer

If interested, please register at the front desk or the aquatics office during our program break from Sept. 10-16. For more information on our swim lesson program, visit Member Swim Lessons.

Mother Goose
The fall session of our Mother Goose Program is now open for registration. Come out and enjoy some special time with your baby and talk to other new parents at the Peter Gilgan Family YMCA or St. Michael Catholic School.

Parenting Workshops and Courses 

Being a parent is a tough job. Come out to our free Parenting Workshops this fall and learn new parenting strategies. Presented in partnership with the Halton Region.  

• Oct. 16  - Developing good bedtime routines 
  Learn ideas for good bedtime routines plus how to get your child to fall asleep on their own.

• Nov. 6 - Dealing with disobedience 
  Learn how to teach your child to accept limits, follow instructions and cooperate.  

• Nov. 27 - Managing fighting and aggression 
  Come and learn strategies for helping your child to manage their emotions and get along with others.   

YMCA Skate Park

Ride for YMCA
Strong Kids fundraiser
Aug. 15

Aquatics online
report card review week
Aug. 27-Sept. 2

Labour Day
OPEN 9 am-5 pm
Sept. 3

Pools closed for
annual maintenance
Sept. 4-16

Qualified ECE and non-ECE program teachers

Looking for a fun craft your kids can do on a rainy day? Try making puffy paint -- it's simple and fun!

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Mission: The YMCA of Oakville is a charity that strengthens community in spirit, mind and body.

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410 Rebecca Street
Oakville, ON L6K 1K7
905-845-3417
ymcaofoakville.com