charles river ymca spring 1 program guide 2016

LESSONS FOR LIFESPRING 1 2016 PROGRAMS • CHARLES RIVER YMCASESSION DATES:Spring 1 Session: February 29 - April 17 (7 weeks)**No classes Sunday, March 27th

» Parent/Child Swim Lessons 30 minute classes

SHRIMP Ages 6-18 MonthsAn introduction to the aquatic environment for young children and their parents.Sun 9:00 amWed 9:15 amSat 9:00 am; 9:35 am

PERCH Ages 24-36 monthsChildren start moving more independently through the water.Sun 9:35 amThu 9:50 amSat 10:10 am; 10:45 am

PRE-K OPEN SWIMA great opportunity to bring the little ones to practice their swimming in a calm environment. FREE for Members.Tue 9:15 am -11:15 am Thu 9:15 am -11:15 amFri 9:15 am - 11:15 am

SEAHORSE WITH PARENT Ages 2-4For children who need help weaning away from needing their parents in the water. Parents are in the water with the childrenfor the entire class during the first week and each successive week sit out for a longer period of time.Sun 10:10 amThu 9:50 am

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» Preschool Swim Lessons 30 minute classes

PIKE Ages 3-5New Swimmers learn basic paddle stroke and kicking skills, pool safety, and comfort holding their faces in the water while blowing bubbles and swimming. Children attend classes without their parents and develop safe pool behavior and independent movement in the water.Sun 9:00 am; 9:35 am; 10:10 am Mon 9:15 am; 10:25 am; 3:25 pmTue 9:15 am; 9:50 am; 3:25 pmWed 9:15 am; 9:50 am; 3:25 pm; 4:35 pmThur 9:50 am; 10:25 am; 3:35 pmFri 9:15 am; 10:25 am; 3:40 pm Sat 9:00 am; 9:35 am; 10:10 am; 10:45 am

EEL Ages 3-6For children who can swim independently in a horizontal position with 2 bubbles or less on their front, back and side. Children must also be able to put their face in the water.Sun 9:00 am; 9:35am; 10:10amMon 9:15 am; 10:25 am; 3:25 pmTue 9:15 am; 10:25 am; 3:25 pm; 4:50 pmWed 9:50 am; 3:25 pm; 4:35 pmThur 10:25 am; 3:35 pmFri 9:15 am; 10:25 am; 3:40 pm; 5:05 pmSat 9:00 am; 9:35 am 10:10 am; 10:45 am; 12:10 pm

FAMILY SWIMGet active together as a family. Bring the kids to practice their swimming skills or just to splash around! FREE for members.Sun 11:30 am - 2:45 pmTue 5:35 pm - 6:45 pmWed 5:25 pm - 6:30 pmFri 5:50 pm - 7:30 pmSat 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

RAY Ages 3-6For children who can swim without a floatation device in a horizontal position on their front, back and side for part or all of the class time. Children are introduced to rotary breathing and overarm recovery and review previous skills. They build endurance by swimming on their front and back, and learn to tread water and perform more progressive diving skills.Sun 9:35 amMon 9:50 am; 3:25 pmTue 10:25 am; 3:25 pm; 4:50 pm;Wed 10:25 am; 4:00 pmThu 9:15 am; 3:35 pmFri 9:50 am; 3:40 pm; 5:05 pmSat 9:00 am; 10:10 am; 12:10 pm

STARFISH Ages 3-6For children who can swim without flotation in a horizontal position for the entire class on their front, back and side. Children work on developing their front crawl and backstroke skills.Sun 9:00 am; 10:10 amMon 9:50 am; 3:25 pmTue 9:50 am; 3:25 pm Wed 10:25 am; 4:00 pmFri 9:50 am; 3:40 pm; 5:05 pm Sat 9:35 am; 10:45 am; 12:10 pm

» Youth Swim Lessons 45 minute classes

POLLIWOG ADVANCED Ages 6+For children who can swim with 2 bubbles or less, but cannot yet swim one length non-stop without floatation.Sun 10:45 amMon 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmTue 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmWed 4:35 pmThu 3:40 pmFri 4:15 pmSat 11:20 am; 12:10 pm

F = Family/Adult MembersY = Youth/Teen Members, Kids PassN = Non-Members

SPRING 1 2016 PROGRAMS • CHARLES RIVER YMCA • 781-444-6400 • ymcaboston.org

SWIM LESSON PRICINGF $ 61 Y $91 N $122

WATER POLOWater Polo is a great sport for competitive swimmers and strong swimmers. It resembles hand ball, basketball, and rugby. Participants must be able to swim 100 yards freestyle and tread water for two minutes.Mon 6:40 pm - 7:40 pmF $80 Y $120 N $160

APRIL VACATION WEEK LIFEGUARD CLASSLifeguard Certification Training is a comprehensive course that focuses on water rescue and safety and prepares guards to anticipate and prevent dangers. Upon completion, participants will be certified in ASHI CPR/BFA/O2 and YMCA Lifeguard.Sunday 3:30 pm - 6:30pmMonday 9:00 am - 6:00pmTuesday 9:00 am - 6:00pmWednesday 9:00 am - 6:00pmF $275 N $350

LEARN TO SWIM WEEKA 4-day learn to swim program from April 19-22, 2016. If your child is a first time swimmer or almost ready to move to the next swim level, this may be the extra time they need to perfect those skills. Practicing every day for four days in a row will help to reinforce skills and develop new techniques.Preschool: Ages 3-5 9:15 am - 9:45 am 9:50 am - 10:20 am 10:25 am - 10:55 am 10:55 am - 11:20 amYouth: Ages 6-12 9:15 am - 10:00 am 10:05 am - 10:50 am 10:55 am - 11:40 amF $35 Y $55 N $70

GUPPY Ages 6+For children who can swim one length of the pool in a horizontal position on their front, back and side without floatation or support.Sun 10:45 amMon 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmTue 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmWed 3:45 pm; 4:35 pmThu 3:40 pmFri 4:15 pm; 5:05 pmSat 11:20 am; 12:10 pm

MINNOW Ages 6+Children must be able to swim onelength of the pool, front crawl with rotary breathing, backstroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke.Sun 10:45 amMon 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmTue 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmWed 3:45 pm; 4:35 pmThu 3:40 pmFri 4:15 pm; 5:05 pmSat 11:20 am; 12:10 pm

FISH Ages 6+Children must be able to swim 50 yards non-stop front crawl and backstroke and 25 yards sidestroke, elementary backstroke and breaststroke.Sun 10:45 amMon 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmTue 4:00 pmWed 3:45 pmFri 4:15 pm; 5:05 pmSat 11:20 am

FLYING FISH Ages 6+Children must be able to swim 75 yards front and back crawl and 50 yards sidestroke, elementary backstroke and breaststroke and 25 yards butterfly.Sun 10:45 amMon 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmTue 4:00 pmWed 3:45 pmFri 4:15 pm; 5:05 pmSat 11:20 am

SHARK Ages 6+Children must be able to swim 100 yards front crawl with bilateral breathing, backstroke, sidestroke, breaststroke and swim 50 yards butterfly.Sun 10:45 amMon 4:00 pm; 4:50 pmTue 4:00 pmWed 3:45 pmFri 4:15 pm; 5:05 pm Sat 11:20 am

» Teen/Adult Swim Lessons

POST SEASON SWIM TEAMWe offer competitive YMCA swimming with groups for every ability level. Registration for swim team is in person, and can only take place after an assessment. Swim Team season starts April 3, 2016. To schedule a placement assessment, or questions about the swim team contact Rachel Jewell at [email protected].

ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONSWe are proud to continue to off our Adaptive Swim Program. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, the community, and the volunteers, we are able to continue to offer our adaptive program. This session we will be offering adaptive lessons, and open swim for those with special needs. To learn more about dates, programs, or pricing contact: [email protected]

SPECIAL OLYM PICS TSUNAMI SWIM TEAMWe are excited to begin our 2016 Special Olympics swim team. Practices will be Wednesday evenings on Saturday afternoons. All swimmers will have 1 on 1 coaching in the pool. Athletes will have the potential of attending two regional swim meets in May and June. Participants must be age 7 or above. For further information please contact Sheri Kovalchek at [email protected] will be Wednesdays 5:45-6:30 pm OR Saturdays 1:00-1:45 pm based on the swimmers selection.F $200 Y $250 N $300



PRESCHOOL SOCCER LEAGUEBasic drills and game rules will be taught, followed by a game.Sat 9:15 am- 10:00 am Age 3Sat 10:15 am - 11:00 am Age 4 Sat 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Age 4-5Sat 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Age 5Sat 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Age 5-6All Girls League:Sat 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Age 5-6 F $95 Y $143 N $190

PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICSYour child is introduced to balance, flexibility and coordination, followed by tumbling exercises.Location: Y at Chestnut StTue 1:15 pm - 2:00pm Ages 3-4Fri 1:15 pm - 2:00pm Ages 3-4F $60 Y $80 N $119

PRESCHOOL SPORTS SAMPLERParticipate in a new sport every week! Play soccer, basketball, t-ball and many more.Mon 1:00 pm -1:45pm Ages 4-5F $80 Y $100 N $130

PRESCHOOL T-BALLPractice your swing, learn to field the ball, and run the bases.Mon 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Ages 4.5-5.5Mon 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Ages 5-6Fri 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Ages 4-5F $90 Y $130 N $180

Wed 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm Age 3

» Youth Sports

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALLLearn the basic fundamentals of gripping, catching, and throwing.Tue 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm Ages 5-6Tue 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Ages 7-9F $90 Y $130 N $180

YOUTH LACROSSELearn to stick handle, pass, and shoot in this class.Wed 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm Ages 5-6Wed 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm Ages 5-6F $90 Y $130 N $180

» SPORTS & ENRICHMENT» Preschool Sports/Enrichment

APRIL BREAK SPORTS CLINICSLooking to keep your child active during the vacation break? Join Coach Marcus for a variety of sports and cooperative games. Kids should come in comfortable clothing and snakers. Please bring a water and snack as we will be building up quite and appetite!April 19th-22ndLocation: Broadmeadow School GymnasiumF $25 Y $35 N $45

GIRLS ON THE RUNJoin us to prepare to run a 5K! “We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based cirriculum which creatively integrates running.” Girls in grades 4-6 are encouraged to join us in this curriculum which is equal parts fitness and social development.No running experience necessary!Email [email protected] for details and pricing. Wed 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm

Y WORLD OF MARCH MADNESSCome be a part of the March Madness excitement & play in a round robin basketball tournament. Teams will play in a four week tournament culminating in the final four playoffs on March 26, 2016. Games will be on a rotating schedule each week. Includes March Madness T Shirt. Location High Rock School. Runs March 5 -26Sat 9:00am - 11:00am Pre K & KSat 11:00am - 1:00pm Grades 1 & 2F $60 Y $90 N $120

» Teen ProgramsFor more information about all Teen Programs, contact Sheri Kovalchek [email protected] or (781) 444-6400.

TEEN LEADER’S CLUB Ages 11-18“A good leader inspires others with confidence in him; a great leader inspires them with confidence in themselves.” Meet other teens from your community and from the New England area. Be a leader in the YMCA and in the community. Plan events and field trips, participate in regional leadership retreats, earn volunteer service hours and recommendations. Show up anytime! We allow new leaders to participate in two meetings before making the decision to join.Location: YMCA Pool siteTue 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

MIDDLE SCHOOL TEEN NIGHT Ages 11-14Come have fun with your friends! Activities include Wii tournaments, billiards, foosball, board games, music, swimming and more! Teen Membership rates are as low was $12.50 per month, or $150 per year.All teens will need to have a completed “teen info packet” for the 2016 school year.Fri 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Ages 7-9FREE for members. Non-Members $10 drop-in


LIVESTRONGLIVESTRONG is a national 12-week group exercise program designed for people affected by cancer to help them build back endurance, strength, flexibility and confidence in a supportive and safe environment. The LIVESTRONG program meets in fall and Spring, and includes group exercise and personal training for survivors, free of cost! LIVESTRONG is open to both Y members and non-members. For more information email Elizabeth Gregg at [email protected].

CORP BASICS CARDIO CUTZA Conditioning workout using weights and/or body bars to promote muscular endurance, flexibility and body alignment.

LOW IMPACT AEROBICSA low impact cardiovascular dance and weight workout appropriate for all ages!

ROPE’NA high-intensity cardio class that combines strength, core and jump roping to get and keep your metabolism burning. If you want to sweat, work hard and have fun, this is the class for you.

STEP AEROBICSUse an adjustable elevated platform in this choreographed, calorie burning aerobics class.

Y PUMPThis no nonsense, results driven class is designed to strengthen and tone your entire body.

BARRE FUSIONA class that encompasses toning with light weights, at work and lots of muscle lengthening barre exercises.

HATHA YOGAHatha Yoga is an easy-to –learn basic form of yoga that is a foundation of all Yoga styles.

TAI CHIAn ancient Chinese martial art that consists of fluid, gentle movements that are practiced in a relaxed and slow tempo and is an effective exercise for total health.

PILATESA contemporary approach to the mind-body exercise which focuses on strength, flexibility and endurance training.

» ADULT PROGRAMS VINYASA YOGAVinyasa yoga, in which movement is synchronized to the breath, is a term that covers a broad range of yoga classes. This style is sometimes also called flow yoga, because of the smooth way that the poses run together and become like a dance. The breath becomes an important component. The instructor will guide you to move from one pose to the next on an inhale or an exhale.

YOGAYoga uses the breath as a focal point as we move through sequences of linked yoga asanas. This class includes sun salutations, pranayama (breathing exercises), and relaxation.

YOGA FITNESSA Vinyasa style of Yoga based on Hatha Yoga tradition. This class involves linking the traditional Yoga poses together while moving with the breath to create strength, flexibility, endurance, and balance.

TRXA suspension based trainng system utlizing body weight to develop cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength.

TRX INTERVALAdvanced TRX with strength intervals—uses more equipment and often done in stations, free of charge, drop-in!

ZUMBAA combination of fun, easy-to-follow dance steps with hot Latin beats.

ZUMBA TONINGA choreographed dance class with light weights for added strength.

ZUMBA GOLDDancing is a great way to stay active! Zumba is a combination of fun, easy-to- follow dance steps set to Latin beats. This class is designed for active older adults.

FIT OVER 50Improve your strength, endurance, mobility, flexibility, and balance in an easy-to-follow workout that meets the needs of every ability level. *This class can be done in a chair.


» CELEBRATE WITH US PARENTS’ NIGHT OUTNeed a night out with your significant other or with your friends? Need to get some errands done or simply go grocery shopping? Then use Parent’s Night Out! Children will engage in a fun, educational and supervised environment. Food will be provided. Ages 3-12. Children must be potty trained

POOL PARTIESCelebrate your special event in the pool! A dedicated YMCA staff member will be on hand to assist you every step of the way with set up, during the party and clean up. Each party will include private swim time exclusively for your party. Structured games are provided. Food and refreshments will be served after pool time. Call the Welcome Center to schedule.Ages 6+. Sat 5:00- 6:45 pmF $275 Y $295 N $325

GYM PARTIESReserve an hour and a half in our largest kid’s gym! Party-goers will get to have fun and play on slides and foam play structures. A party coordinator will be onsite to engage the kids in fun and interactive games. A dedicated YMCA staff member will be on hand to assist you every step of the way including set up, during the party and clean up. Ages 1-6Call Welcome Center to schedule.Sat 1:00- 2:30 pm, 3:30-5:00 pmSun 1:00- 2:30 pm, 3:30-5:00 pmF $245 Y $275 N $295

» AFTER SCHOOL CAREParents love YMCA After School, our family-centered program that nurtures the whole child by inspiring academic success, healthy movement and social and emotional development. Our staff of caring, trained educators are role models who lead activities that promote cooperation and character development. Parents can be productive at work knowing their children are in a safe and stimulating after school environment.

• HOMEWORK SUPPORT The YMCA’s caring staff helps with homework to complement and enrich your child’s educational experience.

• FUN CHOICES Kids have fun with friends during literacy, science, performing arts, non-competitive sports and games!

• HEALTHY MOVEMENT Our iPlay health and wellness curriculum gets kids moving with structured, fun physical activity.

SCHEDULE AND OPTIONS• Monday through Friday, school dismissal to

6:30 pm • 2, 3, 4 and 5 day options • Care provided on snow, vacation and

in-service days • Year-round options

PROGRAM LOCATIONThe After School program takes place at the Charles River YMCA on Great Plain Avenue.

For more information and to register, please contact [email protected] or visit

YMCABOSTON.ORG/CHARLESRIVER-AFTER-SCHOOL-PROGRAMS

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