Charles River YMCA Fall 1 2015 Programs

SEASON FOR SUCCESSFALL 1 2015 PROGRAMS • CHARLES RIVER YMCASESSION DATES:Fall 1 Session: September 8 - October 31 (8 weeks)

» SWIM LESSONS» 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 am; 10:10 amWed 9:15 amSat 9:35 am; 10:45 am

PERCH Ages 24-36 monthsChildren start moving more independently through the water.Sun 9:35 amTue 9:50 amThu 9:50 amSat 9:00 am; 10:10 am

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

Register for classes and viewschedules online at ymcaboston.org

» Preschool Swim Lessons 30 minute classes

PIKE Ages 3-5New Swimmers learn basic paddle stroke and kicking skills, pool safety, and comfort hold-ing 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; 5:05pmSat 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; 9:50 am; 10:25 am; 3:40 pm; 5:05 pmSat 9:00 am; 9:35 am 10:10 am; 10:45 am

FAMILY SWIMGet active together as a family. Bring the kids to practice their swimming skills or just to splash around! FREE for members.*Must be 7or older to swim alone during family swim.Sun 11:30 am - 2:45 pmTue 5:35 - 6:45 pmWed 5:25 - 6:30 pmFri 5:50 - 7:30 pmSat 3:00 - 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 4:00 pm; 10:25 amThu 9:15 am; 3:35 pmFri 9:50 am; 3:40 pm; 5:05 pmSat 9:00 am; 10:10 am

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 3:25 pm Wed 10:25 am; 4:00 pmThu 9:15 amFri 3:40 pm Sat 9:35 am; 10:45 am

» 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 pm; 5:05 pmSat 11:20 am; 12:10 pm

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

FALL 1 2015 PROGRAMS • CHARLES RIVER YMCA • 781-444-6400 • ymcaboston.org

SWIM LESSON PRICINGF $ 70 Y $104 N $139

*Sunday and Monday classes prorated for the Labor Day holiday

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 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 pmSat 11:20 am; 12:10 pm

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 pmSat 11:20 am; 12:10 pm

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 pm; 5:05 pmFri 4:15 pm Sat 11:20 am; 12:10 pm

» Teen/Adult Swim Lessons

ADULT BEGIN TO SWIM This class is for adults who have a fear of the water, don’t feel at ease in the water, or who have never participated in swimming lessons.Tue 7:45-8:30 pmF $93

ADULT INTERMEDIATE SWIM This is a class for adults who are comfortable in the water and would like to work on stroke development and endurance.Tue 7:00-7:45 pm F $93

MASTERS SWIMA physical conditioning program for those who are training for an event or just to swim for fitness. For serious swimmers, triathletes, or anyone who wanted a coached workout, this is for you! Sun 6:00 - 7:00 pmTue 5:30 - 6:30 am, 8:30 - 9:30 pmFri 5:30 - 6:30 am amF $100


TSUNAMI SWIM TEAMCharles River YMCA Tsunami Pre-Season will begin September 13th. Never swam with the Tsunami before? Assessments will take place August 17th – August 21st from 12:00-1:00 pm, and September 7th from 6:30-7:30 pm, September 9th from 6:30-7:30 pm, and September 10th from 5:30-6:30 pm. Registration for an assessment slot can be done through our welcome center in person or over the phone. Join us for our August assessment and register the same day!Returning swimmers can register for their group as early as August 17th! For more information, contact Aquatics Director, Rachel Jewell at [email protected]


PRESCHOOL SOCCER LEAGUEBasic drills and game rules will be taught, followed by a game.Sat 9:15- 10:00 am Age 3Sat 10:00- 11:00 am Age 4 Sat 11:00- 12:00 am Age 4-5Sat 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Age 5Sat 12:00- 2:00 pm Age 5-6F $90 Y $130 N $170

PRESCHOOL SOCCERThis class will teach preschoolers the fundamentals of soccer.Wed 11:00- 11:45 am Age 3F $70 Y $90 N $110

PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICSYour child is introduced to balance, flexibility and coordination, followed by tumbling exercises.Location: Y at Chestnut StTue 1:00-2:00pm Ages 3-4Thu 1:00-2:00pm Ages 4-5Fri 1:00-2:00pm 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 1:00-1:45pm Ages 4-5F $70 Y $90 N $110

PRESCHOOL T-BALLPractice your swing, learn to field the ball, and run the bases.Mon 3:30-4:30 pm Age 4Mon 4:30-5:30 pm Ages 4.5-5.5Fri 3:30-4:30 pm Ages 4-5F $90 Y $130 N $170

Wed 3:30-4:15 pm Age 3Fri 11:00-11:45 am Age 3F $70 Y $90 N $110

INTRO TO BALLETStudents learn the basic techniques of ballet while also learning to creatively express themselves through the art of dance.Location: Y at Great Plain AveTue 12:30-1:15 pm Ages 4-6F $80 Y $150 N $160

» SPORTS & ENRICHMENT» Preschool Sports/Enrichment » Youth Sports

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALLLearn the basic fundamentals of gripping, catching, and throwing.Tue 3:30 - 4:30 pm Ages 5-6Tue 4:30 - 5:30 pm Ages 7-9F $90 Y $130 N $170

YOUTH LACROSSELearn to stick handle, pass, and shoot in this class.Wed 3:30 - 4:15 pm Ages 5-6Tue 4:30 - 5:30 pm Ages 5-6F $90 Y $130 N $170

YOUTH STREET HOCKEYLearn to stick handle, pass, and shoot in this class.Thu 4:30 - 5:30 pm Ages 7-9F $80 Y $115 N $140

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

TEEN LEADER’S CLUB Ages 11-18

» YOUTH HEALTHY LIVINGTEEN STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Looking to improve your athleticism for a specific sport or just interested in general fitness, join the Charles River YMCA Teen Strength & Conditioning program! Optimize your athletic potential in an well-coached, fun and competitive atmosphere!

Taught by Eric; Meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays; 3:00-4:30pm;

Starts Monday Sept. 14th – Thursday Dec. 3; 12 weeks

Contact Dan Chambers, dchambersymcaboston.org for info and pricing.

Only 6 spots available so sign up asap!

Registration opens Monday August 24th and is open until Sept. 28th

GIRLS ON THE RUNAges 10-14 Inspire your girl to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum creatively integrating running. Equal parts social and physical, this program will boost self-esteem as well as foster a love of fitness!

Meets Wednesdays and Sundays 3:45-5:30pm, Sept 16th to Dec 13th.

Contact Liz Gregg at [email protected] for registration details!

F: $220 M:$220 N:$230


LIVESTRONGLIVESTRONG is a national, free 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 fulfills the important need of supporting the increasing number of cancer survivors who find themselves in the transitional period between completing their cancer treatment and the

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 educa-tional 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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Charles River YMCA Fall 1 2015 Programs