JULY 2010
YMCA TimesWe build strong kids, strong families, strong communities
Mathews Family YMCA   |10746 Buckley Hall Road |  P.O. Box 1536  |  Mathews, VA  |  23901 







IN THIS ISSUE:
CALENDAR

QUICK LINKS

Mathews Annual Fireworks Celebration

Summer Specialty Camps

Youth & Adult Programs


CALENDAR:
June 16-August 4 Parent/Child
T-Ball
July 4 Mathews Annual fireworks Celebration
July 12 Summer Yoga
July 12-July 22 Swim Lessons
July 26-August 5 Swim Lessons
July 19-23 Soccer Camp
July 26-30 Outdoor Adventure Camp 8-12 year olds
 
August 2-6 Camp S.A.F.E.
August 9-13 Outdoor Adventure Camp 10-15 year olds
Augst 16-20 Spirit Mind and Body Camp
 
QUICK LINKS:
www.peninsulaymca.org
Mathews Family YMCA Web Page
 



Mathews Annual Fireworks Celebration

 

Join us Sunday, July 4 (rain date, July 5) for the Mathews annual Fireworks Celebration. Events start at 5 pm on the Mathews High School grounds.Fireworks begin at dusk (Approx. 9:15pm).

There are games for kids of all ages from 5-8pm. Music By: Riptide from 6-9pm. Admission is FREE!

 

Concessions available for a fee; hot dogs, hamburgers, BBQ, etc.

No coolers, please. For your comfort, bring lawn chairs or blankets.The stadium bleachers may also be used.

 

Additional parking at THMS with a shuttle bus running from 7pm until event conclusion.

 

Event Sponsors:

Mathews Fireworks Committee

Mathews Family YMCA

Mathews Boys & Girls Club

Summer Specialty Camps

 

Summer Soccer Camp

Camp will be conducted by Mathew High School Varsity Soccer coach Ben Hurst and Varsity Soccer players.
July 19-23
Hours: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Ages: Grades 1 - 8

Fee: $23

 

Outdoor Adventure Camp 

Outdoor activities include:  Dinwiddie County Gem Mine, YMCA Rock Climbing, Archeology and Exploration with the Fair field Foundation, Sailing/ Stand Up Paddle, Canoeing, and Kayaking!

Ages: 8-12 - July 26-30, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Ages: 10-15 - August 9-13, 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Fee: $99

 

Camp S.A.F.E. "Sports and Fitness Enrichment"

Introduction to fitness through a
variety of sports and games. Snacks and daily field trips included.
August 2 - 6
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Ages 5-12yrs.

Fee $89

 
Spirit Mind and Body Camp 

Explore varieties of art-mediums, learn through games or hands-on activities, and enhance physical well-being. Sponsored by Mathews Family YMCA, Bay School Cultural Arts Center, and  the Virginia Cooperative Extension - Mathews County. 

August 16 - 20  

9:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Bay School

Ages 9-12

Fee $56

Super Sports

Youth Super Sports Building Winners for Life

At the YMCA, youth sports is as much about building character as it is about learning sports skills.

 

Starting this fall the YMCA is introducing Youth Super Sports. This is the YMCA's new progressive youth sports program that combines the marvelous philosophy of past YMCA youth sports programs with new program concepts. Children learn character values as well as sports skills and tactics by incorporating fun and creative games during every practice. Our "games approach" sessions during each practice are designed to better prepare players for competitions.

 

There are 3 components to YMCA Super Sports

 

YMCA Rookies

Developmental program that teaches young players basic skills and strategies of the sport while incorporating our character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

 

YMCA Winners

Competitive, unique, values-based sports program for older boys and girls that develops skills and tactics while keeping our character values in play.

 

YMCA Champions

Designed to motivate youngsters to strive for excellence. It is an innovative, challenging awards program for youth participating in YMCA Winners.

 

The 7 pillars of Youth Super Sports

Pillar 1 - Everyone Plays

Pillar 2 - Safety First

Pillar 3 - Fair Play

Pillar 4 - Positive Competition

Pillar 5 - Family Involvement

Pillar 6 - Sport for All

Pillar 7 - Sport for Fun

 

YMCA Youth Super Sports Programs

Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball, Baseball and T-Ball.

 

For more information on Youth Super Sports offered see your YMCA Spirit, call or come in and inquire at the Welcome Center, or go to www.peninsulaymca.org.

 

Programs vary by community. Please check with your local YMCA for availability.

Youth Programs 

 

Parent/Child T-Ball

June 16 - August 4

Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Ages 4 1/2 to 6 1/2

Fee $35
Register by June 9. Parent Volunteers are needed 
 

Swim Lessons

July 12 - July 22
July 26 - August 5
Monday - Thursday for 2 weeks
Ages: Sessions still open for preschool and youth
Fee: $44 per person, per session
 
Adult Programs
 

Summer Yoga

Beginning July 12
Mondays, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Location: Kingston Parish

Fee: Free for members. Program participants $40 for 7 wks, or $7/class

 
50+ Aerobics

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at

10:00 am
Location: Mathews Active Lifestyle Center 
Fee: Free for all! Intensity level: low to medium
  
Abs Blast 
15 minute class on the YMCA fitness floor
Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30 pm 
 
Adult Coed Outdoor Volleyball
Our next session of coed volleyball will be outdoors at the Mathews Boys and Girls Club Gym. Grab some friends or co-workers and join us for this recreational volleyball league.
Wednesdays from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm June 23 - August 11.
Players do not have to be YMCA members. Cost is $29 for 8 weeks or $7 to drop in. Registration at the Mathews Family YMCA.
YMCA Mission: To put Christian principles into practice
through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.




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