COME OUT & PLAYYMCA OF GREENWICH 2014 SUMMER SESSIONJUNE 23- AUGUST 15

Here at the YMCA of Greenwich, we believe that everyone has the potential to reach their own personal best. Whether it’s learning to swim for the first time, dropping some extra weight, training for a marathon, playing pick-up basketball with your kids or simply making new friends, we truly have something for everyone. Come on in and see what we have to offer you!

HOURS OF OPERATIONMonday - Friday5:00 AM -10:00 PM

Saturday6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Sunday8:00 AM -5:00 PM

*Wellness Center closes at 4:30 PM on Sundays

PLEASE NOTE:Pool area opens 30 minutes after YMCA building opens - and closes 30 minutes prior to building closing times. Members must exit the building by closing time.

BUSINESS OFFICE HOURSMonday - Friday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

WELCOME TO THE YMCA OF GREENWICH!

YMCA OF GREENWICH50 East Putnam AvenueGreenwich, CT 06830

T 203.869.1630F 203.869.7252

www.greenwichymca.org

INSTRUCTIONS:Register online at www.greenwichymca.org - Click on the tab entitled "Register Online"

First time using our system :

YMCA OF GREENWICH MEMBERS: Click on the “Retrieve Login” link under the LOGIN button. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please enter the primary email you use for the Y. If the sys-tem finds a match, it will e-mail your login instructions to you. If not, please try another email or contact us at frontdesk@gwymca.org and we’ll input your email address into our database.

NON-MEMBERS: Create a Visitor Account

NOT ALL CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION.

For more information on registering online, please contact Pam Confalone, at 203.869.1630 ext. 525 or pconfalone@gwymca.org.

MEMBER SELF SERVICE PORTALRegister online quickly and easily online for all your families activities.

KARATEFocuses on physical and mental training, teaching you the basic fundamentals such as blocking, striking and kicking. These moves will be combined in a sequence of movements which will help coordination, flexibility, strength and balance. Through hard training, students will learn about the mental training of karate. Uniform can be purchased through the instructor after the first class.

Minimum Participants: 8Maximum Participants: 12

TWO LOCATIONS AVAILABLE!

YMCA OF GREENWICH CHILDCARE AT ST. ROCH 2 SAINT ROCH AVENUE

YMCA OF GREENWICH 50 EAST PUTNAM AVENUE

For more information, please contact Lee Ann Borg: Wellness, Youth & Family Director, at 203.869.1630 ext. 210 or lborg@gwymca.org.

Level Day Time Location

Beginner Monday 6:00pm- 7:00pm Auditorium

Summer Family Mem. Fee Youth Mem. Fee Non Mem. Fee

*7 Weeks $105 $125 $175

*Class will not run week of 8/4

Level Day Time Location

Beginner Tuesday 5:00pm- 6:00pm Aerobic Studio 1

Intermediate Tuesday 6:00pm- 7:00pm Aerobic Studio 1

Summer Family Mem. Fee Youth Mem. Fee Non Mem. Fee

8 Weeks $120 $140 $200

Y FIT PROGRAMYouth Strength Training

It’s never too early to learn the importance of exercise and being healthy.

At the YMCA of Greenwich, children must be 14 years or older to use the Wellness Area. Our Y Fit program teaches children ages 12-14 years old how to work out correctly and safely use the Wellness Area.

Upon successful completion of the class, youth will receive a pass and certificate of completion that will entitle them to use/ be in the Wellness Area, Monday – Friday before 8:00pm and regular hours of operation on the weekends.

Dates: June 23- August 13Mondays: 4:00pm-5:00pm orWednesdays: 4:00pm-5:00pm

*If your child has to miss a day, they may take the other class occurring that week so they complete the course by the end of the program

In order to receive a certificate of completion and pass allowing the participant to be in the Wellness Area, they must complete the full 8 hour training and test at the end of the program.

For more information, please contact Lee Ann Borg: Wellness, Youth & Family Director, at 203.869.1630 ext. 210 or lborg@gwymca.org.

Summer Family Mem. Fee Youth Mem. Fee Non Mem. Fee

8 Hours of Training FREE $150 $250

SWIMMING LESSONSSwimming is a vital life skill and we strive to instill a love of the water in all our students combined with respect for the water. We are a comprehensive learn to swim program for all ages. We provide skilled instruction in learning to swim, stroke development, and water exercise, as well as competitive swimming and private aquatic instruction.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:In-water evaluations are required for placement in all levels. Please fill out registration form and submit to the front desk. Upon confirmation, an email will be sent directly from Samantha to all participants. Parents may observe lessons from the mezzanine level observation deck.

NEW SUMMER SCHEDULE!Choose from one of our three options:

Option 1: 2-week intensive programEach participant that chooses this option will be in class Monday – Thursday for 2 weeks, for a total of 8 lessons. This choice will run 4 times throughout the summer, perfect for families who need lessons to work around their vacation.

Option 2: 4-week program

Each participant that chooses this option will be in class 2x per week: Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday for 4 weeks, for a total of 8 lessons. This choice will run 2 times throughout the summer.

Option 3: WeekendsEach participant that chooses this option will be in class Saturday or Sunday or both (depending on what suits your family best), for 7 weeks, for a total of 7 lessons.

For more information on Swim Lessons, please contact Samantha Lusher, Swim School Director, at 203.869.1630 ext. 208 or slusher@gwymca.org.

PARENT /CHILD PROGRAMA special fun time for parents and children to interact. Classes include water adjustment, breath control, balance, locomotion, and water fun. Children should wear swim diapers and swim suit. No disposable diapers please.

FREE TO FAMILY MEMBERS!

blue marlin (6-15 months)For the beginner who has no experience in the water. Class focuses on creating a comfortable environment for both parent and child.

black marlin (16-36 months)Focuses on preparing child to be away from parent. Children will learn basics skills such as breath control, sit/jump and returning to the wall.

striped marlin (24 months- 3.5 years)Class begins with parent assistance and then progresses to an independent child class, with parent in the water. Focuses on expanding skills from black marlin as well as how to be safe in and around the water

PRESCHOOL AGES 3-5 RATIO: 1 instructor: 4 studentsThese classes are for 3-5 year olds who are ready to learn to swim without parents in the water. With the aid and encouragement of the in-water instructor, the beginnings of the front and back crawl are perfected. Children must be comfortable in the water without a parent present. Each class builds upon the skills taught in the previous level. In-water evaluation required for placement in swim program. Please call Samantha Lusher to schedule an appointment.

pikeRATIO: 1 instructor: 4 studentsDesigned for the non-swimmer or beginner, this class is designed to help children adjust to the water and develop independent movement. It teaches basic front crawl, back crawl and kicking skills, floating and pool safety

eelRATIO: 1 instructor: 4 students For children who are comfortable in the water and swim with minimal assistance but cannot yet swim the length of the pool. Child must be able to put their face in. Children are taught to float, kick, and perform progressive arm movements across the pool.

raysRATIO: 1 instructor: 4 studentsThis class is for children who can swim 15 feet with face in the water and no flotation device. It reviews and improves stroke skills on front, back and side, builds endurance and teaches treading water and rotary breathing.

starfish RATIO: 1 instructor: 4 studentsThis class is for children who can swim 25 feet with face in the water and no flotation device. It reviews and improves stroke skills on front, back and side, builds endurance and teaches treading water and rotary breathing.

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS AGES 6-12Each level is divided into five components: personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games, personal growth, and rescue. In-water evaluation required for placement in swim program. Please call Samantha Lusher to schedule an appointment.

polliwogsRATIO: 1 instructor: 4 students This beginner level class is for children who are uncomfortable or inexperienced in swimming. It teaches basic skills including stroke work, gliding, floating & kicking as well as beginner rotary breathing.

Please visit our website, www.greenwichymca.org, to download the registration form.For more information on Swim Lessons, please contact Samantha Lusher, Swim School Director, at 203.869.1630 ext. 208, slusher@gwymca.org.

Pricing for: 2 week session (8 classes total, Mon.-Thurs.) and 4 week session (2 classes per week, 8 classes total, M/W or T/Th)

Group Lessons Private Lessons Semi – Private (2 children)

Family Mem. $120 $400 $640 ($320 each swimmer)

Youth Mem. $160 $480 $800 ($400 each swimmer)

Non-Mem. $280 $560 $960 ($480 each swimmer)

Pricing for : Weekends (7 classes total, 1 class each week) No Classes July 4 – July 6

Group Lessons Private Lessons Semi – Private (2 children)

Family Mem. $105 $350 $560

Youth Mem. $140 $420 $700

Non-Mem. $245 $490 $840

guppiesRATIO: 1 instructor: 4 studentsThis is for children who are comfortable with face in water and are able to swim 15-20 feet without a flotation device. It teaches stroke skills on front, back and side as well as rotary breathing and beginner’s breaststroke.

minnowsRATIO: 1 instructor: 6 studentsFor children able to swim 25 yards on front and back without a flotation device. It teaches stroke skills on front back and side, and rotary breathing. Children will be introduced to other components of swimming and butterfly kick.

fishRATIO: 1 instructor: 6 studentsFor children able to swim 50 yards of freestyle with rotary breathing, sidestroke, backstroke & breaststroke. It refines breaststroke, teaches butterfly, and improves other swim skills.

sharkRATIO: 1 instructor: 6 studentsThis class is for children able to swim 100 yards of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and sidestroke as well as 15 yards butterfly. This class improves all strokes and

MOMMY MEET UP PLAYGROUP!Looking for something to do during those hot summer days?

Our Mommy Meet Up Playgroup is the place to burn all that extra energy!

Meet new friends in a safe, free play environment while connecting with other parents of young children ages 6 to 24 months! We will have biweekly speakers coming in to discuss important parenting topics.

**Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Day Time LocationWednesday 11:00am-11:45am 2nd Floor Tumble Room

FAMILY FREE SWIM

Join us for some fun in the pool with your family! For times and availability, please download our pool schedule by visiting www.greenwichymca.org

Please Note:• Children must pass the swim test in order to participate• Parents are required to remain in the pool or pool area at all times• In the event of thunder and lightning storms, we follow the 30-minute rule

that the pool closes and reopens 30 minutes following the last thunderclap or lightning flash.

YMCA OF GREENWICH Summer Camps, Programs & Clinics

C.I.T’s, Swim Lessons, Clinics & Hafaday: YMCA of Greenwich 50 East Putnam Avenue

YMCA of Greenwich Summer Day Camp: Byram Archibald Neighborhood Center289 Delavan Avenue

To download all the required paperwork, visit www.greenwichymca.org

For more information, please contact Lee Ann Borg: Wellness, Youth & Family Director, at 203.869.1630 ext. 210 or lborg@gwymca.org.

IT’S THE SUMMERTO DISCOVER

YMCA OF GREENWICH50 East Putnam AvenueGreenwich, CT 06830

T 203.869.1630F 203.869.7252www.greenwichymca.org

YMCA OF GREENWICH CHILDCARE AT ST. ROCH2 Saint Roch Avenue Greenwich, CT 06830

T 203.869.3381