Y logo


focus statement




RYE YMCA NEWSLETTER       March 2011
News
March Madness chairs
Time for Rye Y's March Madness Gala Bash
On Friday March 11, Manursing Island Club will be filled with the raucous cheers of March Madness fans celebrating the Rye Y's annual fundraising bash in support of the Strong Kids Campaign. Chairing this year's inaugural March Madness event are Rye residents Mark & MaryEllen Doran and Kevin & Jo Tice. Read more.
coach
Wave Ryeders Hold on to Undefeated Record
The Rye Y Wave Ryeder Swim Team met their long time rival, New Rochelle YMCA, in a close and exciting meet on February 13. Read more...
Gymnasts Bring Spirit & Heart to Southington Meetgymnastics
The Rye YMCA gymnastics team travelled to Southington, Connecticut February 12 to compete with seven other YMCA teams in the annual Kristen Warner Invitational. Read more...
inesRye Y Seeks Families for Int'l Camp Counselor Program
After a successful launch last year, the Rye Y is once again seeking host families for its International Camp Counselor Program. Read more...
SRTS contest winners
Say No to Distracted Walking & Driving
When Oprah Winfrey gets involved, you know that something big is coming.  No, it's not a book deal, and sorry, she's not giving away free cars to Rye residents. Read more...
Rye Y Blog: I am a Spartaned philipp
OK, not really. I did play varsity basketball and soccer for the Spackenkill Spartans but that was a long time ago and that still doesn't make me a Spartan. I am however, someone that struggles...Read more
Events
Girls Night In - Ages 5-10
Friday, March 4th, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Swimming, Jewelry making, crafts and dinner - just for girls. Click for details
Middle School Nights
Stop by for basketball, swimming (swim caps required) working out, video games in the Teen Lounge and pool, air hockey and more in the Game room.  Rye Y Members: Free (except special events); Teen Access Members: $5.00 (Y Membership not required - Click here for card info.)
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Saturday: (Grades 6-8): 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26
March 5: Movie Night & Bouncy House. Click for details.
March 12: Bouncy Boxing Tournament & Jello Eating Contest. $5 admission for all.  Click for details.
High School Nights
Stop by for basketball, swimming (swim caps required) working out, video games in the Teen Lounge and pool, air hockey and more in the Game room.  Rye Y Members: Free (except special events); Teen Access Members: $5.00 (Y Membership not required - Click here for card info.)
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Friday: (Grades 9-12);3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Y Kids Club - For Children with Special Needs
March 24 - 5:30-7:30 pm - Ages 9-13
A fun gathering for kids who need extra support in social situations. Click here for details and to register.
Gymnastics open workout
March 24, 6:30-7:30 pm
Ages 7 and Up - Work on all four Olympic events, plus Tumble Trac and Mini Trampoline instruction. Gymnastics experience required. Fee: $20 Click here to register.
Street Smarts - A Community Forum on Distracted Driving and Walking
March 24, 7:00-8:30 pm at the Rye Free Reading
Please join us for a powerful panel discussion on one of our community's hottest topics:  cell phone use while walking and driving. Click here for details.

dual in poolDual in the Pool - Member Relay Challenge & Social - March 27
Fun, Fitness, Friendship

Register now for this fun event - everyone who loves to swim is welcome! 2-4 pm followed by a social. Click here for details
Special Zoot/Zumba class - 3/27
10:45-11:45am Group Ex. Studio.
Rollover Week - March 28-April 3
Members currently enrolled in a class have the option of continuing the class for the next session at the same day and time. Rollover Week is March 28-April 3.  In person only.  Most aquatics classes need an evaluation form. To view the program guide, please click here.


The Rye Y is committed to nurturing the potential

of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
RYE YMCA
21 Locust Avenue, Rye, NY 10580
914-967-6363
www.ryeymca.org

Join Our Mailing List
In This Issue
Gymnastic Team
Int'l Camp Counselor
Say No to Distracted Driving
Ed Philipp Blog Post
Girl's Night In
Middle School Nights
High School Nights
Y Kids Club
Gymnastics Workout
Street Smarts
Dual in the Pool
Zoot/Zumba class 3/27
Rollover Week
Women's 1st Tri
Kettlebell
My Y Week
March Madness Tournament
Health Reminder

SUMMER CAMP
Have you visited our new camp website at ryeycamp.org?
ryeycamp

Learn about our camps, view videos of Discovery, Kinder, Gymnastics and Teen Fitness Camp and register online. Hurry, camps are filling up!
Women's Tri Group  kicks off on March 5 with swim assessments and an organizational meeting. Click for details.
Kettlebell small group training class with Rosemary
Wednesdays 10:30am-11:15am
Price: $105 for six 45 minute sessions
Begins March 9.
Project 523
March 21-March 26
Stop by and find out what Project 523 is.
Due to the 3 on 3 March Madness Tournament, there will be no family or teen gym Sunday afternoon, March 27. The Tournament is 1-6 pm. Teams are full but wait list available.
facebook logo
Click to "Like" the Rye Y on Facebook.  Be the first to view news, videos and more!


follow us on twitter
Click here to follow us on Twitter - get important updates about the Y.

Interested in a different perspective? Follow Ed Philipp, Rye Y COO on Twitter.  Click here to follow.

Health Reminder

It's flu season and we encourage you to take these simple steps to protect your health while here at the Y:
 -   Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing
-   Wash your hands often with soap and water
-   Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
-   Try to avoid close contact with sick people
-   If you get sick with the flu, stay home from work, school or other public places.