APRIL 2010
YMCA TimesWe build strong kids, strong families, strong communities
R. F. Wilkinson Family YMCA   |   301 Sentara Circle    |   Williamsburg, Virginia 23188   |   (757) 229-9622







IN THIS ISSUE:
CALENDAR

QUICK LINKS

FREE Month of Membership

Healthy Kids Day

Family Fun Fitness

Summer Camp Registration


CALENDAR:
 
April 2 - Good Friday
 
April 4 - Easter Sunday - YMCA Closed
 
April 16 - Family Fun Fitness
 
April 17 - Healthy Kids Day
 
May 7 - Mom's Night Out
 
QUICK LINKS:
www.peninsulaymca.org
R. F. Wilkinson YMCA

Survey

Win a FREE Month of Membership!

On April 20, 2010 you will receive our email survey. The results of the survey will be used to improve our service, program offerings and operations. Everyone who completes the survey will be entered into a drawing to win one free month of membership. Please look for the survey and plan to participate - we want to know your opinions!

 

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Healthy Kids Day 
 
Would you like to put more Play in Your Day.....with your whole family?  Then join us for the annual YMCA Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 17th from 10:00 am - 12 noon
 
YMCA Healthy Kids Day brings families and communities together to celebrate healthy living with a fun, free and empowering day of active play and resources for healthier living.  Families will enjoy engaging activities, fitness fun and healthy snacks. 
 
Our joining fee for new members will be waived on this day, so bring your friends and neighbors along!
 
Family Fun Fitness Why Logo

 

Join us for Family Fun Fitness on Friday, April 16, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.  Activities include active play, group exercise classes and fitness stations.  While you're here, learn about proper nutrition and how to make better food choices. It's true what they say...families that play together, stay active and healthier together. 

 
6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.:  Kidz Fit
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.:  Dinner
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.:  Drums Alive
7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.:  Family Game
 
Cost:  $4.00 per person  - includes a dinner of Chick-fil-A nuggets, fruit and veggie tray. 
 

Pre-register at the Welcome Center.  Please contact Julie Rimel, Group Exercise Coordinator, at 757.229.9622 ext. 208 for more information.

Why LogoSummer Day Camp Registration Continues

Summer Day Camp spots are filling up quickly.  Make sure you call for an appointment to register your child so they do not miss out on summer fun!  To register, please provide a school physical (must be within the past 24 months), shot record and original birth certificate.
 

During Summer Day Camp, children will embark on these exciting field trips:

 

June 21 - June 25          Fantasy Farm

June 28 - July 2             Norfolk Zoo

July 5 - July 9                York River State Park

July 12 - July 16            Hampton Roads Charter Boat

July 19 - July 23            Waller Mill Park

July 26 - July 30            Colonial Williamsburg

August 2 - August 6       Deer Park

August 9 - August 13     Busch Gardens

August 16 - August 20   Maymont Park

August 23 - August 27   Virginia Beach Aquarium

    

Follow this link Summer Camp Brochure for more information or contact Julie Greene @ Julie.Highsmith@peninsulaymca.org.  

 

Mom's Night Out ~ Friday, May, 7th ~
6pm - 8pm

A night to celebrate moms of all ages! The YMCA will provide the energy and plenty of Zumba to keep moms feeling healthy and having fun as well as a moment for moms to appreciate time for themselves with complimentary beauty and relaxation tips.
Camp Kekoka
 
Skiing, knee boarding, tubing, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, deep sea fishing, swimming, archery, campfires, Camp Kekoka has it all!  At Camp Kekoka your child will create memories that will last a lifetime.
 
The staff at Camp Kekoka is very excited to offer another summer of fun and sun. With five incredible, one week sessions of camp there is no reason to miss out on the fun. Camp is available for youth ages 9-15. Cost for camp is $450 per session. As always, in any YMCA program, nobody misses out because of the inability to pay. We offer financial assistance.
 
Resident Camp Dates: 
July 11-16
July 18-23
July 25-30
August 1-6
August 8-13
 
NEW THIS YEAR - Rite of Passage Camp - July 7 - 9
This camp is for 8 year olds who want to test-out resident camp. For 3 days and 2 nights campers experience the same activities offered during regular resident camp. The only difference is the amount of time they are away from home. The cost for this camp is $200 per camper.
 
Click here:Camp Kekoka for more information or contact Cassie Leichty at (804) 435-0223  or Email at Cassie.Leichty@peninsulaymca.org.
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through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.




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