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Be your best in 2013
Build Healthier Habits Starting Today!
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We often look at a new year as a fresh start, but as much as we may want it to, change doesn't happen overnight. A proven strategy for  success is to make a plan, break it into achievable chunks and early wins, and then commit to it! However, if you feel that making a plan is just too hard (and many of us do), why not at least start 2013 by looking at your lifestyle and how you can build healthier habits -- starting today! Small changes create momentum and the motivation to make bigger changes down the road. So, how can you make small changes in your life? Visit the Peter Gilgan Family YMCA and talk to our Wellness Centre staff, review your routine or try a new class. Not a member - no problem! Try out one of our registered programs. Read our full article here, and stay tuned for more articles and tips from YMCA experts like Lucy (see Best Fitness Tips for 2013) coming soon on how to make this your best year yet! Get Connected to our daily and weekly inspiration and tips on Twitter and Facebook.  
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Free Fun on Family Day
February 18 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
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 As part of Make your Move Family Day, the YMCA of Oakville, together with the Town of Oakville will be offering lots of free and fun activities for you and your family. Sneak PeekHere's a sneak peek at the activities we'll be offering on Family Day, starting at 9:00 a.m. - Reptile and Science Party
- Birds of Prey presentation by Mountsberg
 Conservation - Make 'n Take Moroccan Couscous
- Yummy s'mores by the campfire
- Jumping with Lucy the bouncy giraffe
- Interactive Angry Birds game
- Crafts, face painting, family story time and more!
Join us to see how your family can make your move on Family Day. For more information, visit Family Day. |
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NEW Brick Classes
Improve your speed with a new kind of workout
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Starting January 6, we`re excited to be offering Brick classes. If you haven`t tried this yet, a Brick workout will improve  the speed at which you can move from the circular motion of cycling to the ground-tapping cadence of running. This is the perfect workout for the seasoned triathlete or anyone who wants to try something a little different. Brick classes at the Y January 6-March 3 Sundays, 8:15-9:15 a.m. Location: Cyclefit Room, MPR 5 Note: Water bottle and towel recommended. Indoor running shoes required for the running portions. Space is limited. Classes are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. |
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Make March Break Memorable
Register for YMCA Day and Overnight Camps!
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Whether your child craves the adventure of an overnight camp or the familiarity of a day camp close to home, we have the perfect option! March Break Overnight Camp at YMCA Camp Pine Crest
(11-14 years)  Monday, March 11-Thursday, March 14 Cost: $350* Your child can enjoy a five-day, four-night overnight camp experience that includes snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, shelter building, low and high ropes, shelter building and campfires. * Includes transportation, accommodation and meals.YMCA March Break Day Camp at the Peter Gilgan Family YMCA (6-12 years) Monday, March 11-Friday, March 15 Cost: $180 per week or $40 per day Your child can have fun with friends new and old at our March Break Day Camp. Activities will include rock climbing, swimming, sports, games, arts and crafts. Sign up for the entire week or choose the days you want! Before and After Camp Care is also available. For complete details, visit Camp . |
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Want to be a Better Swimmer?
Check out YMCA Registered Swim Lessons!
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Do you want to be a better swimmer? Are you looking to hone your swimming strokes or just gain more practice with an extra swim lesson? Then consider signing up for our registered swim lessons! You don't need to be a member!Registered lessons are sold in 12-week packages and are  available to both YMCA members and non-members. Sessions run January 7-March 31, Monday through Saturday Cost: Members $120, non-members $140 To sign up, visit registered swim lessons. Join us for March Break Swimming!While regular swim lessons do not run over March Break, both of our pools will be open. It's the perfect time to get in some extra practice, or enjoy some active time swimming with your family!
Aquatics Leadership Courses Start Soon!Want to become a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor? Come to our Y and we can help you get started or advance to the next certification level. Sessions start January 7. For complete details, visit aquatics leadership. |
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Best Fitness Tips for 2013
Maintain your fitness routine -- at home or away!
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Many people have a hard time staying motivated to work out in the winter, or if they're going away on vacation. It's so easy to fall off a routine, and so hard to get back on it. Lucy Cerantola, one of our YMCA fitness experts,  shares some of her best tips for staying on routine, no matter where you are! Kick up your metabolismTry two to four body weight exercises at 12-20 repetitions, one after the other. Then, repeat 2-5 times! - Push-ups - This common exercise can be done a variety of ways such as on your toes, on your knees, on an incline with hands on a bench or a wall.
- Squats - Try Prisoner Squats by standing with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and lace your fingers behind your head or add a jump from the squat position, land softly and sink back down to do your next repetition.
- Chin-up/Pull-up - Use a bar, but if you don't have one, work your back by doing towel pulls with a partner.
- Side Bridge - Lift your hip with knees or feet on the ground. Hold for 30-60 secs, or drop and raise your hips for 10-20 repetitions for a more challenging set.
Pick an amount of time you're willing to tackle, even if it's just five minutes. Work your way up to 15 minutes, then 30 minutes and higher. Start small, keep doing it and you'll be glad you did!
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Events Calendar
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Swim lessons
resume on January 7
All Halton schools resume January 7
HDCSB and HDSB
P.A. Day
February 1
P.A. Day Program
February 1
SAVE THE DATE
Family Day
February 18
March Break
Overnight Camp
March 11-14
Register today!
March Break Day Camp at the Peter Gilgan Family YMCA
March 11-15
Register today!
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NEW 2013 PROGRAM SESSIONS
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New Winter-Spring Programs begin
January 2
NEW
Brick classes begin
January 6
New Registered Programs
begin January 7
New Winter-Spring programs at Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
begin January 11
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Thank you YMCA Volunteers!
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A big thank you to all our volunteers for your dedication and contributions in 2012!
As a YMCA volunteer, you are part of a community of people that helps individuals and your community succeed.
We look forward to celebrating your work in 2013 at our annual Volunteer Recognition event in April. Stay tuned for more details soon.
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Now Hiring for Summer Camp Positions!
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Do you love camp?
Do you love kids?
Thinking about looking for a summer job?
You may be the perfect candidate for a YMCA summer camp position!
Visit YMCA Careers on our website today for job postings and application details.
And check back regularly -- more positions will be posted soon!
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Be kind to our environment
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With colder weather here, please remember that the front entrance of our building is a fire route zone and is intended for drop-off and pick-up only.
NO IDLING PLEASE!
An idling car can produce as much pollution as a moving car. Please join us in trying to do our part for the environment by not idling your car. Better yet, why not come in from the cold, grab a coffee or hot beverage and warm up?
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YMCA of Oakville
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Mission: The YMCA of Oakville is a charity that strengthens community in spirit, mind and body. Charitable Registration # 11906 4400 RR0001 410 Rebecca Street Oakville, ON L6K 1K7 905-845-3417 ymcaofoakville.com
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