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Greetings from the Y! We'd just like to let you know about a few of our upcoming events! |
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CHILDCARE
Before & Afterschool Child Care (Prime Time) 2011-2012
On-Going Registration for Prime time Before and/or Afterschool Childcare (grades K-5)
Your kids are discovering all kinds of new worlds. That's why at YMCA Childcare, we carefully design every activity to expand their imaginations and encourage lifelong positive values.
The program meets all state day care licensing requirements and runs on regular school days. Y Before and Afterschool Child Care begins the first day of school and ends on the last day. The program is in session on all regular school days, Monday-Friday. If school is not in session, neither is Y Before and Afterschool Child Care.
Fees below are listed as per month
Family Member Fee (FMF) Participant Fee (PF)
Full Time (4-5 days) Part Time (1-3 days)
Prime Time am $80/105 $75/90
Prime Time pm $100/125 $85/100
Prime Time am & pm $180/230 $160/190
Registration fee
A $20/child non-refundable registration fee is to be paid at the time of registration. You must register in person at either YMCA branch location.
Program times
Before school child care begins at 6:30am and Afterschool child care begins immediately after school until 6:30pm.
Tuition
Payments are due twice/month in advance to the YMCA. Due to on-going operating expenses, there are no rate reductions for absences.
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FAMILY ART NIGHT
Family Art Night
This takes place during the First Friday Art Walks. Your little artist will be give healthy snacks, climb our rock wall, bounce on inflatables, be a part of an interactive story or create a masterpiece while you enjoy the night. Parents can drop their child (ren) off at the Downtown Y from 6:30 - 9:00pm. Fees $10/child if registered 24 hours in advance. $13/child if registered the day of. |
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Free Nutritional Lectures, Cooking Demos, and Grocery Store Tours
New dates will be set for the fall soon, so be on the lookout!!
New BOSU ball classes!
Using the BOSU is a fun and great way to get a great total body workout. These classes are FREE when you're a Y member on Tuesdays at 4:15pm or Thursdays at 10am, both in the Wellness Studio. Sign-up at the Welcome Center (as there are only 10 BOSU's available per class) as early as the day before to reserve your spot and arrive 5 minutes early to keep it!
Fall Boot Camp Time
Just because summer is over doesn't mean you don't want to look great in a pair of jeans! Challenge yourself in this 6 week program that will have you feeling confident and great inside and out.
Session Dates: Sept 12- Oct 19
Days/Time: Monday/Wednesday, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Cost: $20 FMF, $50 PF
Learn to Run a 5k and Bridge to a 10K
If you've always wanted to run a 5k but didn't know how to train, this 9 week program is for you! This is a slow and progressive jog/walk program meant for beginners or someone with little running experience. You will get to train with others learning to run a 5k in a fun environment. The class will finish with an optional 5k race on Sunday, November 6th.
Session Dates: Sept 6- November 3
Days: Tuesday/Thursday 5:30-6:15pm
Cost: $20 FMF, $50 PF **this includes a t-shirt to commemorate your experience!
If you can already run a 5k and you want to run with a group that will push you to the next level, you can join the Bridge to the 10K group. This 4 week program will help take your running to the next level and give you the option of finishing a 10K race.
Session Dates: September 7- Oct 5th with an optional race day of October8th.
Days: Monday/Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm
Cost: $10 FMF, $35 PF **this includes a t-shirt to commemorate your experience!
500 Running Club or 1000 cycling club
Run 500 miles or cycle 1000 miles in 6 months and become part of an elite club at Your Downtown YMCA. It starts July 1- December 31. You can register until the end of September, but it leaves you less time to get your miles in!
Register at the front desk. Cost is $5 for members only. Track your cycling miles by the group cycling area or track your running miles at the lobby floor stairwell by the elevators.
Fall Group Exercise and Group Cycling Schedules
The fall schedules will be changing after Labor Day, so be sure to grab your copy at the front desk or check us out online beginning Friday, September 2. In the mean time we are distributing surveys in our classes so we can offer classes you want- so be sure to fill them out!
Equipment 101- This FREE class will show you how to use our 2nd floor weight machines and 3rd floor cardio machines. Classes held every day of the week. Sign up at the Downtown Welcome Center.
Healthy Lifestyles Visits - Meet up to 6 times with a healthy lifestyle coach who can help you with any of the following:
- Set Wellness Goals
- Set up a workout routine
- Find your target heart rate
- Learn basic nutrition information
- Get a health assessment through SHALA (Stanford Health and Lifestyle Assessment)
- Learn your body fat %, blood pressure, or body measurements
- Learn more about Y programs, classes, and where we can connect you
Sign up at the Welcome Center to get started!
Personal Trainers - The YMCA offers one-on-one personal training or group personal training! It's a great way to stay motivated and have someone help you reach your goals- big or small!
- 2 people can get 10, 1 hour sessions for $150 per person.
- 3 people can get 10, 1 hour sessions for $100 per person.
- 4 people can get 10, 1 hour sessions for $75.
One-on-one personal training:
- 10, 1 hour sessions for $300
- 1, 1 hour session for $35
- 1, 30 minute session for $18
Massage Therapy
It's never too late to treat yourself to a relaxing massage! We now also offer hot stone massages and Thai massage!
Mitzi Gordon, LMT. All massages are customized to fulfill your needs and expectations. Call Mitzi today at 742-3001 to set up an appointment, or stop by the Downtown Front desk.
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ARTS
Arts Academy Classes at Your Downtown YMCA:
Ballet I- Thursdays at 4:30pm. $20 MF or $40 PF
Pre Ballet- Tuesdays at 5pm, $20 MF or $40 PF
Hip Hop- Mondays at 5:15pm, $20 MF or $40 PF
FALL Arts Academy Session Dates:
September 6- Oct 1 (no classes Sept 5 on Labor Day)
Oct 3-Oct 29
Oct 31- Dec 3 (no classes week of Thanksgiving 11/21-11/26)
** Christmas Recital Date TBA
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AQUATICS
Adult Swim Stroke Clinic
Monday and Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm
Learn to improve your technique and endurance.
Perfect for adults looking for a competitive edge
Swim Team:
Join the downtown YMCA Swim Team! This program is designed for swimmers looking for competitive practice and local competition.
Swim Practice: Monday-Thursday 4:15-5:15pm
For more information please contact Dianna Schumann at dschuman@yourdowntownymca.org for further questions.
Adult swim lesson:
The group lessons are offered on Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm or Monday Wednesday at 6:30pm.
Fee: $20 Family Member Fee $50 Participant Fee
Private Swim Lessons:
The Downtown YMCA provides private swim lessons for those seeking one-on-one attention. Lessons can be scheduled to fit the needs of the participant.
Fee: $75 for members and $100 for participants
Adult Swim Stroke Clinic:
Ages (16+)
Work on stroke technique and endurance
Days/Times: Monday Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm
Location: Downtown YMCA
Fees: Family Member $20 Participant $50
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YOUTH
Home School Interaction- This program provides kids ages 4-12 a fun, safe environment to engage in a variety of activities that promote physical and social well-being. At the Downtown Y, kids will have 30 minutes of free swim, 40 minutes of climbing wall time, and 40 minutes of P.E. time. And it's FREE when you're a Y Family Member!!
Strength and Conditioning- In this program youth ages 12-16 are taught proper use and technique with fitness equipment. The first hour of the program includes strength and cardio workouts as well as flexibility components. The second hour is spent participating in group games in the gym or climbing the rock wall.
FREE for family members- you may only choose one day to come.
Non member fees-
Cost per child: $20 per session (this is a 4 week session, meeting 1x week)
Or semester cost per child: $80
Mondays or Thursdays from 1-3pm (choose one only please).
Fall 2011 Session Dates-
Sept 6- 29 * will not meet on Monday, Sept 5
Oct 3-Oct 27
Oct 31- Nov 17 * 3 week session
Nov 28- Dec 22
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DOWNTOWN TEENS
Y Teens Club (6-12 grade)
Rock out on Guitar Hero; challenge yourself on the Rock wall; play a friendly game of dodge ball, work out, take a dance class or just hang out in our Teen Zone. And when you're not busy making new friends or mastering the Nintendo Wii, we'll even help you with your homework. We have many activities to keep you entertained.
We will pick up at the following schools and ensure you arrive safely at the Downtown YMCA; Jarrett, Pipkin, Parkview, Central, St. Agnes, St. Joseph, Reed, Greenwood and Study. On-Site location at Carver Middle School.
Registration forms and brochures are found at the Pat Jones and Downtown YMCA's. You may register now for the 2011-2012 school year. Registration remains open for the 2011-2012 school.
For more information contact Nicole Brown 417-862-7456 ext. 166. or email at nbrown@yourdowntownymca.org
Youth in Government
Youth in Government is a national program of the YMCA, which involves thousands of teens nationwide in state organized model government programs.The purpose of Missouri YMCA Youth In Government is to prepare students for responsible leadership in the American democratic process by providing guidance, training and experience in the theory and practice of determining public policy. Here in Missouri, YMCA Youth & Government involves more than 800 teens from around the state in an effort to help them learn leadership skills, explore personal values and better understand the democratic process. The program provides a laboratory for student led activities. Any student in Missouri is eligible to participate.
Each year students come to Jefferson City and convene at the state capitol building for a model legislature and model Supreme Court. Students enroll at their prospective high schools and teacher advisors work with the YMCA Youth & Government program to ensure success. YMCA Youth & Government clubs meet throughout the school year.
Participants are charged modest fees to participate and much of the funding for the program comes from a private grant and contributions. For more information about Youth In Government or funding, contact Nicole Brown at 417-862-8962 Ext. 166 or nbrown@yourdowntownymca.org
Model Government
Model Government is a simulated student-run state government program within Youth In Government. Students choose their program area: Legislative, Judicial, Print Press & Video News. 15 Students have gone through training in preparation for the Clark State Convention held December 2-4 in Jefferson City, MO. The 2011 conference will be held December 1-3. Registration will begin August 22, 2011.
For more information on how to register, contact Nicole Brown 417-862-7456 ext. 166 or email at nbrown@yourdowntownymca.org
Counselors-In-Training
The CIT program is for high school students interested in getting volunteer hours and acquiring the skills necessary to become a Summer Odyssey counselor. This program prepares individuals for the leadership and responsibly of being a counselor as well as their job search in the future. Every teen will leave this program with the skills and resume necessary to be on a career path they will love. In addition, teens will get first aid and CPR certification as well as YMCA mission, risk management and child abuse prevention training. We believe this program will set every teen on the path to success. Registration is currently open.
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Y - Factor Climbing - At the downtown YMCA
YMCA climbing programs are designed to challenge your body and build self-confidence for both youth and adults. All instructors are certified, experienced and hold your safety and well-being as their top priority. All classes are at your downtown YMCA. The registration deadline is the Friday before each new session at 3pm. Nowhere else offers an opportunity for families to play and stay fit together like your downtown YMCA. All ages and abilities are welcome to try our wall and classes.
Climbing Classes - All Ages
Our climbing classes offer all ages a chance to pursue their climbing ability and discover a fitness solution for the entire family. Climbing is excellent for improving your cardiovascular fitness, strength, balance, and flexibility. With three levels of difficulty, our wall presents a strong challenge for all ages both mentally and physically. If you and your family enjoy a fun work out, our climbing classes may just be your answer. Whether you are a first timer or a pro, young or old, your downtown YMCA has a class for you. By the way, climbing can burn up to 1,000 calories an hour!
Koalas Climbing Classes - Level I, II, & III For ages 6-12
Youth will learn terms, safety, knots, and climbing techniques in this six week class. Each child will receive a skill card to record their progression through each level.
Spider Monkey Climbing Class - Level I, II & III For ages 13+.
Youth will learn the same terms, safety knots, and climbing techniques as Koalas only at a faster pace. Each youth will receive a skill card to record their progress through each level.
Adult Climbing Classes
Rapidly advance your climbing skills and fitness level through rock climbing! Rock Climbing is the best all body work out you can take on, but you'll be having too much fun to notice! No matter your skill set, this class will challenge your total body fitness bettering your strength, flexibility endurance and skill. It will also offer a balance between physical exercise and mental discipline. Whether your goal is to loose weight, gain strength or better your overall fitness, this class is for you! Our professional coaches are here to help you reach your goal at every level.
Free Family Climb Night
This is a special night designed to be a fun and active way for families to spend time together. With three levels of difficulty, the rock wall is suitable for all ages. So come enjoy fun and games with the whole family! Check the calendar at Your Downtown YMCA for the weekly activities. A minimum of 1 parent or guardian must participate with their child(ren). Parents/guardians are encouraged to become YMCA belay certified. Staff is on duty to assist.
Climbing Personal Training
Climbing personal training is a custom program designed to meet your specific needs. Our climbing wall staff is here to motivate and challenge you to reach your individual goals. Whether your goal is to loose weight or tone up, the climbing wall can be your answer! Programs can also include bouldering, lead climbing, top roping or improving your technique. It's all about you!
Climbing Wall Program Schedule
Program Age Family Member Fee Participant Fee day time
Koalas Climbing Class 4-12 $20 $50 W 5-6pm
Spider Monkeys 13+ $20 $50 W 6- 7pm
Climbing Class
Adult Climbing Classes 14+ $20 $50 M 5-6pm
Free Family Climb Night 4+ Free N/A T 4-5pm
Belay Workshop 13+ $5 $10 W 4-5pm
Koala, Spider Monkey and Adult Classes
Fall Sessions
Sept 6 - Oct 1 (No Classes Mon, Sept 5)
Oct 3 - Oct 29
Oct 31 - Nov 17 Discounted 3 week session for Thanksgiving
Nov 28 - Dec 17 Discounted 3 week session for Christmas
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 SPRINGFIELD SPORTS
Outdoor Soccer (grades PreK- 4th grade)
All teams will be scheduled for seven games; all divisions are gender specific.
Games Begin The week of Sept 6
Coaches Meeting Aug 18 @ 6:45pm
Registration deadline Aug 2 (for guaranteed placement on a team)
Fees Family Members $20 Participants $55
Day Tues: Kindergarten boys, 1st-4th grade girls
Thurs: Kindergarten girls, 1st-4th grade boys
Sat: Pre-K boys and girls
Location Pat Jones Y
Flag Football (grades K-5th)
All teams scheduled for seven games; all divisions are co-ed.
Games Begin Sept 12
Coaches Meeting Aug 23
Registration deadline Aug 2
Late registration deadline Aug 9 (additional $10 late fee applies)
Fees Family Members $20 Participants $55
Divisions Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Day Monday
Location Pat Jones Y
Wrestling
A seven week co-ed program; the last week is an all participant tournament.
Session Sept 17-Oct 29
Registration deadline Sept 16
Fees Family Member $20 Participant $55
Divisions Novice: 4-6 yrs
Novice: 7-15 yrs
Advanced: 7-15 yrs
Day Saturday
Location Pat Jones Y
Coed Middle School Volleyball
All teams will be scheduled for six games.
Games begin Sept 10-Oct 15
Coaches Meeting Aug 25 @ 6:00pm
Registration deadline Aug 18
Learn to Skate
Five week instructional program for boys and girls, ages 5-10 yrs, teaching ice skating skills for those interested in advancing into figure skating or ice hockey. Participants will be divided and instructed based on skill level.
Session Sept 10-Oct 15
Registration deadline Sept 1
Fees Member Fee $20 Participant $55
Day Saturday
Location MediaCom Ice Park |
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JONES YMCA
ART
Session dates: August 8-Septeber 3
For the time while many are getting ready for back to school, the Y Arts Academy will not be offering its regular schedule of classes. The next regular session will begin Tuesday, September 6, and offer all of your favorite, high quality classes and programs. Each session is 4 weeks long and is held on an on-going basis. Registration ends the Friday before classes are scheduled to start and spaces are limited. Our students have a great time while learning in a fun and encouraging atmosphere. Parents are welcome to enroll and take any class with his or her child.
Summer Art Camp
Each session of art camp is held for five days from 8am to 12pm. Kids will be involved in lots of hands on visual arts projects, as well as having fun with Y Jam percussion, Hip Hop, and science experiments. Each weeklong participant will receive a Y Arts Camp t-shirt that we will tie dye, and snacks will be provided each day. Sessions will conclude with an art show displaying student work, which parents are encouraged to attend.
August 8-August 12
Fees: (week) FMF $75 / PF $100
(daily) FMF $15 / PF $20
Art Express
A 30 minute blast of age appropriate projects. Make 'em and take 'em. Only $2! Sign your child in at the Kid Zone or Jammin' Gym, and our instructors will take them to class for you. Art Express bracelets are available at the front desk.
Special workshops held just for back to school, when things are hectic, but you just have to get some art in. Each class will finish a different project that you will be proud to display in your home or give as a gift. Do one or do them all. Family participation is encouraged. M-TH classes are held 5:30-7:00, SAT classes are held 11:00-12:30. Pre-registration required.
Session: August 8- August 20
Fees: FMF $6 / PF $8
Schedule of Activities:
Monday, August 8: Painted Flower Pots
Tuesday, August 9: Decoupage Boxes
Wednesday, August 10: Batik Fabric Dyeing
Thursday, August 11: Clay Creatures
Saturday, August 13: Leather Journals
Monday, August 15: Glass Luminaries
Tuesday, August 16: Watercolor Paintings
Wednesday, August 17: Felt Garlands
Thursday, August 18: Miniature Terrariums
Saturday, August 20: Masks
PARTIES AT THE Y
Book your special occasion with us! The Pat Jones YMCA is a great place to celebrate that special occasion, whether it is a birthday party, family gathering, or just a group wanting to have some fun. Our trained staff will ensure that you have a great time in a safe and exciting environment. All rentals include tables and chairs for you an your guests, and our staff will set up and tear down.
Birthday Party Options
Pool Party ($100 members, $150 non-members)
Come splash around and play games in our family indoor pool. This party includes the community room for two
hours with access to the pool for the first hour. The community room is a great place to have cake, ice cream, and to open your gifts.
Inflatable Party
(bounce house-$150 members, $200 non-members)
(2 bounce houses-$250 members, $300 non-members) Come bounce around and enjoy the gym with a two hour inflatable party. Trained staff will set up and supervise the inflatable.
Sports Themed Party
($125 members, $175 non members)
This sports party is great for All Stars of all ages. Enjoy a friendly competition lead by a YMCA staff member. Parties are sport specifil with your choice of flag football, soccer, basketball, dodge ball, tee-ball, or kickball. Medals can be purchased to go with this party.
Art Party
($100 members for up to 10 guests, $10 per additional child)
($125 non-members for up to 10 guests, $12 per additional child)
Celebrate your birthday with a Y-Arts Party. These 2 hour parties are an amazing experience for your child and their friends? We work with you to develop just the right project for their special day. Some ideas include: mask making, jewelry work, ceramics, clay, painting, sculpture, belly dance (Persian Princess Parties), Hip Hop parties, collage, spin art, and tie- dye (YOUR CHOICE), and you are not limited to the ideas suggested here. We want to make your party a unique, fun and creative day to remember. Art parties are not just for birthdays either. They make for a fun time for girls nights out, corporate team building, family gatherings, and holiday celebrations, etc. Best of all...we clean up the mess, so you don't have to. For more information, contact Michele Lucas 881-1599, ext. 110
KIDS NIGHT OUT
A program for community children ages 1-12. Parents, drop your children off at the Pat Jones YMCA at 6:00pm on the second Friday of each month for fun, inflatables, swimming, crafts, dinner and drinks, games, and more while you go out.
Date: second Friday of each month
Cost: $10/child YMCA members
$15/child non-members
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Register: by 10:00pm the Thursday before
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For more information about Ozarks Regional YMCA please visit orymca.org. We hope you've found this issue helpful.
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