Upcoming Events at the Rye YMCA 
August 2008
New Activate America log
Rye Y Gymnasts Win National Medals

Gymnastic Team at Nationals The Rye YMCA Gymnastics Team returned from the 2008 National YMCA Gymnastics Championships with a first place championship and an armload of trophies. The competition, held June 25-28, was the largest YMCA Nationals event to date and the largest gymnastics event in Wisconsin history. Read more...


Fall Registration Starts August 6 for Members
Fall Registration starts August 6 for Members and August 13fallguide cover for Non-Members. Members may register on-line starting at 6am on August 6 or can mail-in or drop-off a registration form at the Member Services Desk before August 6.  Members' best chance of securing a place in class is to register online (when available) on August 6 at 6am.  On August 13, Non-Members may register on-line beginning at 6am or in person beginning at 7:30am.
Register online.

Registration for most children's aquatics classes is mail-in or drop-off only and may require a swim evaluation.  Click here to view evaluation times. Campers who plan to continue swim instruction in the Fall will need a swim evaluation. Please contact us at 967-6363, ext.108 and leave your name as well as the child's name, age and camp they are enrolled in and a staff member will evaluate them during camp.
New Fall Aquatics Classes
Pre-Natal Water Exercise 
Aqua exercise is a wonderful option to keep your body in shape during pregnancy. Join our new mid-morning exercise class, meet other moms and stay in shape for both you and your baby. Members are free but must register. Non-Member: $170. Monday & Wednesday from 10am to 10:45am.  
 
Early Morning Aquatic Cross Training
By popular demand, the Y is now offering a new early morning deep water aquatic class. Swimmers can now start their day with water walking, jogging and running and overall water exercises. Open to Members only. Free.  
 
FreeStyle with Flow  is a new class for adult swimmers who wish to improve their technique. The class will be taught by Aquatics Director Laura Tiedge, a certified Total Immersion Swim Coach. Member: $275; Non-Member: $325.
New Book Club Meets August 4
Come and discuss "The Red Tent" by Anita Diamant on August 4 at 10:00am in the Member Lounge.  All are welcome!
Annual Building Maintenance starts August 23 
The annual maintenance period is from August 23 to September 5. Various areas of the building will be closed for repairs, painting and cleaning.  Please click here for a tentative schedule.  We appreciate your patience and understanding!
New Swim Tryout Dates
Tryouts for the Wave Ryeders Swim Team and Intro to Competitive Swim have been changed.  Click here for details.
Christopher D. Mello Memorial Golf Outing - Sept. 15  
Spend an enjoyable afternoon on the links at the Apawamis Golf Club while raising funds for the Rye YMCA financial aid program.  A special Member rate of $425 is now available. Space is limited -  please register now to reserve a spot! Click here for details or call Sally Wright at 967-6363, ext. 202.
America on the Move Week at the Rye Y - Sept. 20-27
Help us reach our goal of 55 million steps in one week! The kickoff event will be held on Thursday, September 18 from 8 am to 6 pm at the Rye Y.  Join us for a fun filled week while taking steps towards an active and healthy lifestyle!  For more details, please click here.

In this issue
Rye Y Gymnasts Win National Medals
Fall Registration Starts 8/6!
New Fall Aquatics Classes
New Book Club Meets 8/4
Annual Building Maintenance
Christopher D. Mello Memorial Golf Outing
America on the Move Week
Healthy Cooking Class
Financial Aid Facts
Healthy Cooking Class
healthy food
Tired of the same boring meals? Not sure how to help your family eat better?  The new Rye Y Healthy Cooking Class with Holistic Health Counselor Lisa Feiner will revitalize your cooking and meal planning.

Each class features several dishes using seasonal ingredients that are easy to prepare, healthful and delicious. Some will be theme-based, such as Hearty and Healthy Winter Soups and Great Grains.  In others, you'll create an entire meal. Classes will be mainly hands-on with some demonstration. Class will be held in the Childcare Room and kitchen every other Tuesday. The class runs from September 9th to December 16th - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Member: $315: Non-Member: $365 (8 Classes)
Financial Aid Facts
Did you know that the Rye YMCA has a financial assistance program?   This summer, sixty-one families are benefiting from $63,702 in camp financial aid. So far this year, 115 families have received a total of $126,718 in financial aid.  To find out more about applying for financial aid, please click here to visit our website.

Our Financial Aid program is made possible by your generous donations. Please visit our Strong Kids Campaign webpage to find out more, or contact Sally Wright at 967-6363, ext. 202
Japanese Translator Needed
We are seeking a volunteer to  translate our registration materials  into Japanese.  Can you help?  Please contact Barbara Hughes at 967-6363, ext 102 or send an email to: barbarahughes@ryeymca.org
 
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