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BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER Fall 2015 Program and Membership Guide Geyer Family Branch YMCA OF MONTCLAIR 2015 Session Dates: FALL I SESSION: SEPTEMBER 14 - OCTOBER 31 FALL II SESSION: NOVEMBER 2 - DECEMBER 19 Geyer Family Branch 159 Glenridge Avenue Montclair, NJ 07042 973.783.7640 www.montclairymca.org
WELCOME TO THE GEYER FAMILY
BRANCH OF THE YMCA OF MONTCLAIR
Our Mission
The YMCA of Montclair is a
Table of Contents
not-for-profit organization General Information..........................page 2
that welcomes all people.
Our purpose is to promote Registration Information..................page 3
the moral, social and
physical development of
children, youth, adults and
Tot Spot……………………………………..page 4
families in our community.
The Geyer Family Branch is Preschool Readiness.........................page 5
a one of kind facility
designed specifically for families to learn, grow and explore together.
Our Y is dedicated to offering dynamic programs and classes for
Creative Arts......................................page 6-8
children 6 months -12 years of age and their families. Your child can
learn how to swim or dance, play sports in the gym, explore the arts, Gym & Sports....................................page 9-11
learn how to cook, become a hands-on scientist and adjust to an
educational setting in our pre-school readiness programs—all under Combo Classes………........................page 11-12
one roof. Our programs take place Monday-Saturday year round. On
Saturday and Sunday we offer fun-filled birthday parties in our pool,
gym, dance, and art studios. In the summer we offer high-quality day Yoga and Language Classes………..page 13
camps for a variety of age groups. Whether it is learning important life
skills in the pool, building self-esteem in the gym or unleashing their Performing Arts................................page 14-16
imagination and creativity in the arts, the Geyer Family Branch is a
“Great Place to Grow!”
Aquatics............................................ page 17-19
The YMCA of Montclair Staff | Administration Board of Directors
Jo Ann Short, President/CEO The Board of Directors of the YMCA of Montclair are all active
Dawn McFadden, Chief Operating Officer Y members, community leaders, business owners, friends,
neighbors and caring citizens of the Greater Montclair
Community. Their personal integrity, character, and vision help
guide this great institution as we strive to continually meet the
Geyer Family Branch Staff needs of our members and all those we serve.
Joy Jones, Chair Shirley A.R. Lewis
Cheyenne Bailey, Membership Director
Michael Turgeon, Vice Chair Steven Matthews
Email: cbailey@montclairymca.org Michael Brune, Treasurer Hugh Moriarty, III
Amy Costa, Arts and Science Director Izumi Hara, Secretary Jay Pumphrey
Mark Bess Alicia N. Robinson
Email: acosta@montclairymca.org Matthew Collins Usmaan Sleemi
Marlon Pollard, Sports Director Michael Daniels Gerald C. Tobin
Email: mpollard@montclairymca.org Walter L. Douglas, Jr.
Diane Esty
Lauren Sharkey, Aquatics Director Victoria Herzberg
Email: lsharkey@montclairymca.org William Hurlock
Steve A. Garibell
Anna Smith, Assistant Aquatics Director
Ted C. Kiesewetter
Email: asmith@montclairymca.org
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For more information on becoming a member of the YMCA of Montclair,
visit www.montclairymca.org
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REGISTRATION DATES:
FALL I SESSION: SEPTEMBER 14 - OCTOBER 31, 2015 (SEVEN WEEKS)
September 8, 2015 from 8:00am - 8:00pm Family Membership
September 9, 2015 from 8:00am - 8:00pm Kinder Membership/New Members
FALL II SESSION: NOVEMBER 2 - DECEMBER 19, 2015 (SEVEN WEEKS)
October 19, 2015 from 8:00am - 8:00pm Family Memberships
October 20, 2015 from 8:00am - 8:00pm Kinder Membership/New Members
(Thanksgiving Weekend, 11/26, 11/27, and 11/28 will be pro-rated)
LOOKING FORWARD:
WINTER SESSION: JANUARY 4 - FEBRUARY 20, 2015 (SEVEN WEEKS)
December 14, 2015 from 8:00am - 8:00pm Family Membership
December 15, 2015 from 8:00am - 8:00pm Kinder Membership/New Members
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES
Online/ In Person (Effective January 1, 2015)
Registration: Kinder Membership $99
Ages 6 months - 5 years
Youth Membership $114
First Come, First Served
Ages 6 - 12
REGISTRATION will be given
You may register on-line or in person on the
in the following order:
registration date(s) that apply to your child. All
children must have a current membership to
1. Members with a current
participate in our programs. Please see a Member
Family Membership. Family Memberships are those
Service Staff to verify your email address and to
families who have at least one current adult mem-
receive your temporary login & password prior to
bership at the Park Street YMCA facility.
the registration begin date.
2. Members who participated in previous sessions,
but do not have a current Family Membership (only
your child is a Member of the YMCA of Montclair)
and New Members*.
*New Members/Membership Renewals: In order to
register online, your child must have a current
membership, username and password.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY: In case of inclement weather, members are encouraged to call the Family Center at
973- 783-7640 for up-to-date information regarding program cancellations, delayed openings of the facility or closures. There will
be a staff member or recorded message informing you of our status.
PLEASE ASSUME WE ARE OPEN: We only send out an e mail notification if there is a closure. During the winter/spring
seasons we will make every effort to remain open. However, we do want to make sure that all of our members and staff remain safe
during any inclement weather event and we reserve the right to delay the opening or close the facility.
Unfortunately, make ups are not available for classes cancelled due to inclement weather. 3
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“GOOD TO KNOW” AT THE
GEYER FAMILY BRANCH
For the safety of your children, and for program quality purposes, Parent/Child
classes are for one child and one adult. Siblings are not permitted in the program
area unless noted by the class description. If you need child care during those
times, please refer to our nursery schedule.
Child only classes are for children only–parents are welcome to sit in the lobby
areas. Most classes offer an observation day/recital at the end of the session.
Due to the unique nature of each department, make-up classes are at the
discretion of the director of each program area.
Please refer to our refund policy regarding refund/credits. It is included in your
membership agreement. Refunds/credits will not be issued after week 2 of the start
of the session. For program planning and staffing purposes, class transfers/
changes can only be made during the first 2 weeks of the session if room allows.
The Geyer Family Branch is a NUT AWARE facility. Please do not bring nut products
into the building.
TOT SPOT
Nursery is available for parents/caregivers Babysitting is available during the tot spot
who are in a class with one child and need operating hours. Parents/Caregivers do not
care for siblings. need to be in a class. We are here to provide
last-minute babysitting when you are in
Nursery Hours: need. You can drop your child off at the
Monday - Friday Monday - Thursday Geyer Family Branch tot spot while you run
9:00am – 1:00pm 3:30 pm – 8:15pm errands, keep appointments, attend
Saturday meetings, etc. Our reliable and caring tot
8:30am – 12:00pm spot staff are here to help put a little sanity
back into your hectic day.
FEES: $5 per class/per child.
MEMBER FEES: NON-MEMBERS FEES:
$10.00/hr. for 1 child $15.00/hr. for 1 child
$15.00/hr. for 2 children $20.00/hr. for 2 children
$20.00/hr. for 3 children $25.00/hr. for 3 children
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PRESCHOOL READINESS
Our Preschool Readiness Program develops skills that promote success in school and in life!
Many early childhood education experts believe that readiness programs are significant and
valuable. They are extremely helpful in providing the child with opportunities to develop
social skills, listening skills, and the concept that we all follow rules to function in a group
or community.
I’m a Big Kid Now I’m a Big Kid Now: Afternoon Extension
(Ages 2-3 years, must be 2 by 10/1/15) (Ages 2 - 3 years, must be 2 by 10/1/15)
Give your children a chance to get ready for preschool in a place they This class is only for students signed up for I’m a Big Kids Now at
already know and love, the Geyer Family Branch. We provide a 9:30am. Our big kid extension program is the next step for these
nurturing and educational environment for your 2 to 3 year old. Their children. Taught by the same caring staff, this class will include lunch
day will include circle time, art, movement, snack, story time and free
(bring your own, peanut free!) and additional educational activities.
play. Please pack your child a full extra set of clothing, a drink and a
peanut free non-refrigerated snack. If your child is not potty trained,
please pack extra diapers and wipe
My Big Kid’s Next Step Afternoon Preschool Enrichment
(Ages 3-4 years, must be 3 by 10/1/15) (Ages 3-4 years, must be 3 by 10/1/15)
This action-packed class provides additional enrichment for your child
Do you want some extra enrichment for your preschool-aged
through circle time, fine motor and gross motor skills and recreational
child? The Next Step program is perfect for those children who have
swimming! We will focus on reading Caldecott winning books along
attended our I’m A Big Kid Now program and are ready for a bigger
with practicing “journaling” where children will draw in their journals
experience. We continue to encourage independence and enrichment
in response to the stories. If your child is not fully potty trained
through letter recognition as well as literacy-based activities. Class
please send in extra diapers, wipes and extra set of clothes including
includes circle time, art to enhance fine motor skills, gross motor
a towel and swim suit. Please bring your own peanut-free lunch!
movement, singing, story time and free play. Please pack a full extra
set of clothes, a drink and one peanut-free snack. If your child is not
fully potty trained please send in extra diapers and wipes.
CLASS FEE
FALL I/II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 14 WEEKS
I'm A Big Kid Now 2-3 Monday 9:30am - 11:30am $382
Must be 2 by 10/1/15 Tuesday 9:30am - 11:30am $382
Wednesday 9:30am - 11:30am $382
Thursday 9:30am - 11:30am $355
Friday 9:30am - 11:30am $355
I'm A Big Kid Now: Afternoon 2-3 Tuesday 11:30am - 1:30pm $382
Extension Must be 2 by 10/1/15 Thursday 11:30am - 1:30pm $355
My Big Kid's Next Step 3-4 Tuesday 9:30am - 11:45am $392
Must be 3 by 10/1/15 Thursday 9:30am - 11:45am $364
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Afternoon Preschool 3-4 Tuesday 12:00noon - 2:30pm $392
Enrichment Must be 3 by 10/1/15 Thursday 12:00noon - 2:30pm $364
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CREATIVE ARTS
Our Creative Arts Department has a wide variety of both parent/child and child only classes. From woodworking to
cooking and art to science there is something for everyone to explore their inner creativity.
PARENT & CHILD:
Wee Little Artists Around the World : Art & Cooking
(18 months - 3 years) (Ages 3-4 years)
A class with the perfect amount of structure and self driven open art This cooking and art class will explore many different cultures. Each
creativity time! Each class will consist of two themed projects that week children will learn by making and tasting, a fun, hands-on class
work on fine motor skills like cutting, glueing, and coloring that will for both caretaker and child!
be yours to take home to display. The rest of class time will be
dedicated messy art fun! Two to three stations of endless supplies Create ‘n’ Bake : Fall Harvest
will be provided to participants, varying from week to week. (Ages 2 –3 years)
This class will be a combination of art and cooking. Each week there
will be a new seasonal theme reflected in both the food and crafts.
Pint-Sized Picassos
Session I projects will focus on fall and Halloween, while session II
(Ages 2-3 years) covers Thanksgiving, cold weather and holidays.
Calling all artists! Bring a special grown-up and discover the joys of
making arts and crafts. In our bright art room, explore materials and
Little Kids Kitchen
enhance fine motor skills in a relaxed environment. Plan to get a little
(Ages 3-5 years)
messy and have a lot of fun! A different theme is explored each week.
Cooking classes develop skills in many areas such as science, math
and problem solving skills. This kind of learning is hands-on, fun and
Brunch Bunch messy! A variety of foods from appetizers to desserts will be
(Ages 3-4 years) prepared throughout the session.
Our first cooking class that’s just for the morning! Participants will be
cooking recipes for breakfast or brunch throughout the session. If
your child loves to help in the kitchen, join us and learn to expand
your menu of yummy foods.
Junior Explorers
(Ages 2-3 years)
This is a fun introduction to the wonders of science for little ones
and their special grown-up. Each week, we will explore a different
scientific theme and do a related project.
PARENT / CHILD CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME FALL I FALL II
Wee Little Artists 18 months - 3 years Monday 9:15am - 10:00am $97 $97
Tuesday 9:30am - 10:15am $97 $97
Wednesday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $97 $97
Friday 10:15am -11:00am $97 $83
Saturday 9:15am - 10:00am $97 $83
Pint Size Picassos 2-3 Monday 10:15am - 11:00pm $97 $97
Saturday 10:15am - 11:00pm $97 $83
Junior Explorers 2-3 Monday 10:15am - 11:00am $97 $97
Brunch Bunch 3-4 Wednesday 9:30am - 10:15am $97 $97
Saturday 9:15am - 10:00am $97 $83
Little Kids Kitchen 3-5 Tuesday 5:15pm - 6:00pm $97 $97
Thursday 5:15pm - 6:00pm $97 $83
Create and Bake: 2-3 Thursday 9:30am - 10:15am $97 $83
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Fall Harvest
Around the World: 3- 4 Tuesday 11:00am - 11:45am $97 $97
Arts & Cooking
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CHILD ONLY:
Sweet Simple Sewing Kids Café
(Ages 5-7 years) (Ages 4-6 years)
Would your child like to learn to sew clothes for their If your child loves to help in the kitchen, they’ll enjoy
dolls or projects as gifts? Then this class is a great place expanding their menu of yummy recipes. A variety of
to begin. It will help your child learn the basics of sewing, foods from appetizers to desserts will be prepared and
including needle threading and hand stitching. A variety devoured in this experimental, hands-on class. This class
of crafts will be explored. will be cooking recipes for lunch, dinner, snacks, and
desserts throughout the session.
Young Artists Art Show
(Ages 5-8 years) Art and Design
This special art class will teach artists about various (Ages 4-5 years)
mediums, art movements and famous artists. The class Fun and creative 45-minute art classes are designed for
will meet for 14 weeks, culminating in a large art show little kids to learn how to paint and draw. Young artists
held in our dance studio family, friends will be invited to will explore a new theme each week young artists and
enjoy the art created during the session while snacking complete one painting and one other art project of a
on passed hors d’oevours. At the Art Show each student different mediums. The art show at the end of the
will present their favorite piece. session is an exciting time to celebrate new
achievements, display masterpieces and take home art
work to frame.
Building Blocks
(Ages 3-4 years) Organic Oven
Children will assemble projects made of wood and
recycled materials while using simple tools and tech- (Ages 3-5 years)
niques. We’ll emphasize safety in our explorations and All organic! This class fosters an appreciation of healthy
participants will utilize their developing small motor eating. Our little chefs will learn new kitchen skills like
skills. Everyone will have the pleasure of making things cutting, measuring and mixing, which transfer to
by hand and taking completed their projects home. everyday life. This class is a perfect place to get in extra
math and science education in a fun and yummy
atmosphere.
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Lil’ Scientist Science Explorers
(Ages 3-4 years) (Ages 5-7 years)
This is a fun introduction to the wonders of sci- Children will learn how the world around them works by
ence! Each week we will explore a different scien- participating in activities and experiments about as
tific theme and do a related project. The Lil' Scien- earth science, physics, and chemistry. Science Explorers
tists will be asked to make predictions, observa- will be asked to make observations, predictions and
tions and conclusions in a fun setting. conclusions about their experiments while having fun.
CHILD ONLY CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
Lil' Scientists 3-4 Monday 11:15am - 12:00pm $97 $97
Thursday 4:00pm - 4:45pm $97 $83
Building Blocks 3-4 Monday 1:30pm - 2:15pm $97 $97
Kids Café 4-6 Monday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $97 $97
Art and Design 4-5 Tuesday 4:00pm - 4:45pm $97 $97
Science Explorers 5-7 Thursday 5:00pm - 5:45pm $97 $83
Saturday 12:30pm - 1:15pm $97 $83
Sweet Simple Sewing 5-7 Thursday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $97 $83
Kids ONLY! Brunch Bunch 4-6 Saturday 10:30am - 11:15am $97 $97
Organic Oven 3-5 Tuesday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $120 $120
Young Artists Art Show 5-8 Wednesday 5:15pm - 6:15pm $200 ——
(14 weeks + Special Event) Saturday 1:30pm - 2:30pm $200
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GYM & SPORTS
At the Geyer Family Branch we encourage our students to do a variety of physical activities daily to
work on three of important elements: endurance, strength and flexibility. Endurance is developed
when children regularly engage in aerobic activity. Strength is enhanced when children climb and
swing a bat. Flexibility is increased through stretching exercises, performing cartwheels, or reaching
for a ball with a racquet. We are focused on offering all of these important physical experiences for
children.
PARENT & CHILD: Gym Jammers
For your child’s safety only one adult/ (Ages 2½ - 3½ years)
Children will really shine in this class which stresses
one child per class unless noted. cooperation, self-confidence, independence and social skills.
Children and adults PLEASE wear socks Instructor will help children practice following directions and
during parent/child gym classes. becoming good listeners.
*M - Multiples
Gym Juniors
Sports Mix
(Ages 8-17 months)
(Ages 2 –3 years)
Join the instructors for a class full of wonder and discovery.
Here is your chance to transition your child into their first
Caregivers and children will explore the world around them
sports coached class! Parents will join the action for the first
through age-appropriate gym activities. Free play and circle
three classes and then be encouraged to drop off. Enjoy the
time will be incorporated in to each class to strike a perfect
best of both worlds: seeing your child develop their sporting
balance for our youngest participants.
skills will they gain independence in the gym.
Basketball, Soccer and T-Ball.
Gym Jumpers
(Ages 18 months-2 1/2 years)
Caregiver and child will work with instructors to gain
self-confidence in all of their newly acquired physical skills,
helping child to become in depend in a safe, fun,
age-appropriate setting. Each class will include stimulating
structured activities and free play time to keep your toddler
engaged.
*M - Multiples
PARENT/CHILD CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
Gym Juniors 8 - 17 months Monday 10:15am - 10:45am $84 $84
Wednesday 11:00am - 11:30am $84 $84
Gym Jumpers 18 months - Monday 9:15am - 10:00am * M $84 $84
2.5 years Tuesday 10:00am - 10:45am $84 $84
Wednesday 10:00am - 10:45am $84 $84
Thursday 9:15am - 10:00am $84 $72
Thursday 11:15am - 12:00pm $84 $72
Friday 10:15am - 11:00am $84 $72
Gym Jammers 2.5 - 3.5 Monday 11:00am - 11:45am $84 $84
Wednesday 9:00am - 9:45am $84 $84
Thursday 10:15am - 11:00am $84 $72
Friday 11:15am - 12:00pm *M $84 $72
Sports Mix 2-3 Monday 12:45pm - 1:30pm $84 $84
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CHILD ONLY:
Rock n’ Roll Gymnastics (Age 3 years) Grand Slam Tennis Time (Ages 5-6 years)
This introduction to gymnastics through movement (must be recommended/in person registration)
develops gross motor skills through group play. Basic This class is for the child who has taken Tennis Time and is
tumbling and apparatus skills will be introduced. Each class ready for a new challenge. We will review and grow be-
group activities to develop strength, flexibility, balance and ginner skills. Children will have the opportunity to play
listening. against another players. Game, set, match...
Kindergymnastics (Ages 4-6 years) Super Star Basketball (Age 3 years)
This class will help your child develop basic gymnastics Bounce, bounce and bounce more! Dribbling, passing and
skills such as tumbling, balance beams, vaulting and bars. teamwork will be introduced with fun games to develop ba-
Activities each week will improve flexibility, strength, sic basketball skills.
coordination and balance.
Tumble, Turn & Twist (Ages 4 - 7 years) Basketball Bouncers (Ages 4-6 years)
This class focuses on tumbling and basic dance moves used Bounce, bounce and bounce some more! Dribbling, passing
by gymnasts. Children will practice forward rolls, backward and teamwork will be introduced with fun games and drills
rolls, cartwheels and backbends. Each week they will work to develop basic basketball skills. Participants will play in
on an individual “routine” that they will perform during the the championship game in the last class of the session!
last class.
Super Star Soccer (Age 3 years) Advanced Basketball (Ages 5-7 years)
Improve those basketball skills with a new quest. Children
Dribble, pass, shoot and score! Join our coaches for this
who are recommended for this class will work on dribbling,
unique introduction to the world’s most popular sport.
passing and teamwork.
Participants will learn basic skills needed to get their soccer
careers off to the best possible start through fun and
teamwork. In the last week of the session, participants will Friday Night Sports Night (Ages 4-8 years)
take the ‘field’ for the world cup final in the last week of the Join coaches in the gym for some supervised recreational
session. sports free play. Each class will feature a different sport
and children will be able to run, shoot, pass and score to
their heart’s content! The perfect choice for those with
“GAME”Day Soccer (Ages 3-6 years) LOTS of energy who like to play, play and play some more!
Let’s put all of those soccer skills to good use. The first half
of every class will teach the basics of youth soccer including
Little League Sport (Ages 3 years)
dribbling, passing, defending and shooting. During the sec-
The perfect introduction to the world of sports for our
ond half, parents or caregivers can come in to cheer us on
youngest athletes! Get your child ready for our expansive
during a real soccer game. GOAAAAAL!
kinder sports program by sampling a little of everything we
have to offer in the large gym. Participants will have their
Advanced Soccer (Ages 5-7 years) skills in sports including soccer, basketball, tennis, t-ball, track
(must be recommended/in person registration) and field and more.
This class is for the child who has taken super star soccer.
You must be recommended for the class. Participants will
Kindersports (Ages 4-6 years)
learn how to improve their soccer skills. Children must be
Try them all! This fast-paced sports sample includes
recommended for the class.
soccer, volleyball, basketball, track and field, tennis and
sports fitness. Each sport will be practiced for two weeks.
Tennis Time Parents don’t forget to come to the last class for a display
(Ages 4-6 years) of new skills.
This fun class introduces the basics of tennis using great
games and activities while building self esteem. Tennis cre- Flag Football
ates hand eye coordination skills which will help your child
succeed on and off the court. Tennis rackets are
(Ages 5-8 years)
Pass, catch, run, dodge, weave...TOUCHDOWN! Join our
provided.
coaches for the new season in this fast paced class.
Participants will love learning the drills and skills their
Shape Up Mash Up (Ages 4-7 years) favorite sport.
This class will get your child up and moving! Nothing is off
limits: Zumba, yoga, rock climbing, boot camp & more!!!
10GYM AND SPORTS: CHILD ONLY CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
Little League Sports 3 Monday 1:30pm - 2:15pm $84 $84
Thursday 12:45pm - 1:30pm $84 $72
Rock n' Roll Gymnastics 3 Tuesday 3:00pm - 3:30pm $84 $84
(Family Gym) Thursday 5:45pm - 6:15pm $84 $72
Super Star Soccer 3 Wednesday 3:15pm - 4:00pm $84 $84
Kindergymnastics 4-6 Tuesday 4:00pm - 4:45pm $84 $84
(Family Gym) Tuesday 4:45pm - 5:30pm $84 $84
Thursday 4:00pm - 4:45pm $84 $72
Kindersports 4-6 Thursday 3:30pm - 4:15pm $84 $72
Friday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $84 $72
Tennis Time 4-6 Monday 3:30pm - 4:15pm $84 $84
Monday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $84 $84
Gland Slam Tennis Time 5-6 Monday 5:00pm - 5:45pm $84 $84
(Must be recommended)
Tumble, Turn & Twist 4-7 Thursday 4:45pm - 5:30pm $84 $72
Super Star Basketball 3 Friday 3:30pm - 4:15pm $84 $72
Basketball Bouncers 4-6 Tuesday 3:45pm - 4:30pm $84 $84
Saturday 1:15pm - 2:00pm $84 $72
Advanced Basketball 5 -7 Thursday 4:15pm - 5:15pm $84 $72
(Must be recommended)
Flag Football 5-8 Wednesday 4:45pm - 5:30pm $84 $84
"GAME"day Soccer 3 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm $104 $104
4-6 Thursday 5:15pm - 6:30pm $104 $89
Advanced Soccer 5-7 Tuesday 5:30pm - 6:15pm $84 $84
(Must be commended)
Friday Night Sports Night 4-8 Friday 5:00pm - 6:15pm $84 $72
Shape Up Mesh Up 4-7 Tuesday 6:00pm - 6:45pm $84 $84
Wednesday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $84 $84
COMBO CLASSES
PARENT & CHILD:
My Buddy & Me
(Ages 18 months - 2-1/2 years)
Love our gym and swim programs? Why not take a class
where you can experience both in one day? My Buddy and
Me is a structured gym class followed as a swim lesson and
highlights different skills each week.
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Little League Sports and Splash Dash & Splash
(Age 3 years) (Ages 4-6 years)
Our popular little League Sports class with an added A themed gym program designed to enhance physical and
“Splash!” After some great soccer, basketball, tennis or gross motor skills. This class will include both structured
T-ball action in the gym, participants will head to the pool activities and supervised free play. After gym the children
for a Starfish level swim class. Double the fun for the will be escorted to the pool for a Kinderswim Bronze level
active child! swim class. (see description under aquatics) The class
begins in the gym; children need a swimsuit and towel in a
Road Runners labeled bag.
(Age 3 years)
A themed gym program designed to enhance physical and Sensational Saturdays
gross motor skills. This class will include both structured (Ages 4 - 6 years)
activities and supervised free play. After gym the children If your child wants to spend a fun-filled afternoon at the
will be escorted to the pool for a Starfish level swim class Geyer Family Branch, then this is the class for you. With a
(see description under aquatics). The class begins in the different theme each week, the class starts with an art
gym; children need a swimsuit and towel in a labeled bag. project, followed by with gym time that focuses on gross
motor skills and group games. Participants will then head
Kindersports and Splash to the pool for a Kinderswim Bronze level swim class (see
description under Aquatics). Please remember to pack a
(Ages 4 - 6 years) swimsuit and towel in a labeled bag.
All the fun of Kindersports paired up with a Kinderswim
Bronze level swim class.
COMBO CLASSES CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
My Buddy and Me 18 months - Wednesday 6:00pm - 7:15pm $147 $147
Parent/Child Class 2 1/2 years Saturday 8:45am - 10:00am $147 $126
(Gym and Swim Combo) Saturday 9:45am - 11:00am $147 $126
Road Runners 3 Saturday 10:45am - 12:00pm $147 $126
Child Only Class
(Gym and Swim Combo)
Little League Sports & 3 Friday 1:00pm - 2:15pm $147 $126
Splash
Child Only Class
(Gym and Swim Combo)
Kinder Sports & Splash 4-6 Wednesday 4:00pm - 5:30pm $147 $147
Child Only Class
(Gym and Swim Combo)
Dash and Splash 4-6 Saturday 11:15am - 12:45pm $147 $126
Child Only Class
(Gym and Swim Combo)
Sensational Saturdays 4 -6 Saturday 1:30pm - 3:30pm $147 $126
Child Only Class
(Gym, Art and Swim Combo)
12YOGA
PARENT & CHILD:
Toddler Yoga (Ages 2-3 years)
Games, riddles, breath work and poses engage toddlers in a
gentle, fun introduction to yoga. Caregivers will work
together with their child to support body awareness and
improve coordination.
Family Style Yoga
(Best suited for children 5 years and under)
This is a class where the whole family can practice yoga
and have dedicated bonding time while embracing health
and well being. Family Style Yoga a perfect way to and
relax and end the day together.
YOGA CLASSES CLASS FEE
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME FALL I FALL II
Toddler Yoga 2-3 Wednesday 9:30am - 10:00am $92 $92
Saturday 11:15am - 11:45am $92 $79
Family Style Yoga Best Suited for Monday 6:00pm - 6:45pm $92 $92
under age 5
A DROP IN PASS MAY BE PURCHASED FOR $15 PER CLASS TO BE UTILIZED
ON ANY OF THE ABOVE DAYS AND TIMES
LANGUAGE
PARENT & CHILD:
Sign language (Ages 8 months - 3 years) Spanish Class (Ages 3 - 5)
It is a lovely way to help young children find alternate Come and learn Spanish through experience. We will
ways of expressing themselves through a multi sensory sing, dance, tell stories, cook and do art all in
approach to communication. So come join our certified Spanish. Through experience young children will learn
ASL teacher ready to help you and your child without effort and have a blast while doing it.
communicate in new and exciting ways.
LANGUAGE CLASSES CLASS FEE
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME FALL I FALL II
Sign Language 8 months - 3 years Tuesday 10:00am - 10:45am $97 $97
Spanish Class 3-5 Monday 4:30pm - 5:15pm $97 $97
13SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS
The School of Performing Arts (SOPA) at the Geyer Family Branch offers formal dance training for children
ages 3 and up. Parents will enjoy seeing their child’s progress in our twice-yearly free in-studio recitals. Our
gentle and nurturing teachers make SOPA the perfect place for kids who want to try a class or two without a
year-long commitment. Classes such as dance, music, and yoga are offered in 8-week sessions as well as
combo classes, so kids can sample and still get all the benefits of performing arts including: increased body
awareness, better balance, interaction with new friends and have their imaginations sparked!
PARENT & CHILD:
Creative Movement
(Ages 2-3 years)
Experience a wonderful introduction to dance and movement
through creative games, props and a delightful sense of
play.
Merry Music Makers
Itty Bitty Ballerinas (Ages 1-2 years)
(Ages 2-3 years) For the music maker who is ready to move, sing, clap and shake!
An amazing opportunity for caretakers to get exercise and Featuring simple rhythms and a variety of musical styles, chil-
ballet knowledge with their little dancers! Participants will learn dren will be introduced to instruments such as drums, sticks.
basic ballet steps together as well as explore classical and Adult participation is required.
contemporary music. Casual clothes required.
Second Storey Sampler
Music and Movement (Ages 2-3 years)
(Ages 2-3 years) This jam-packed combo class covers some of the best things
Exposure to music and movement is important in so many ways that the YMCA has to offer on our second floor, or as we like to
to this age group! This new class encourages a strong bond call it, our second storey. We offer two different activities each
between grown-up and child and enhances language skills, during 45-minute class including: dance, art, music, and yoga.
coordination, and body awareness while creative appreciation Parents and children alike will enjoy this.
for tone, pitch and rhythm. Come have fun singing and dancing
with us! Dance Workout (Ages 2-3years)
A fun way to keep your body moving and have some fun with
Toddler Tunes your little one too. This light aerobics class is a good way to
(Ages 1-3 years) get you and your young one moving in the morning with fun
Finger play, nursery rhymes, and silly songs will enchant your upbeat music and simple rockin moves. The best way to
toddler and encourage imagination, language and motor skills. combine a little bit of dance and a lot of bit of cardio! Jump
Take 30 minutes to musically connect with your toddler. start your day with this parent child class.
PARENT/CHILD CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
Creative Movement 2 -3 Tuesday 9:30am - 10:00am $92 $92
Friday 9:30am - 10:00am $92 $79
Saturday 10:00am - 10:30am $92 $79
Itty Bitty Ballerinas 2-3 Monday 10:15am - 10:45am $92 $92
Merry Music Makers 1-2 Monday 10:15am - 10:45am $92 $92
Wednesday 10:15am - 10:45am $92 $92
Thursday 10:15am - 10:45am $92 $79
Toddler Tunes 1-3 Monday 11:00am - 11:30am $92 $92
Wednesday 11:00am - 11:30am $92 $92
Thursday 11:00am - 11:30am $92 $79
Second Storey Sampler 2-3 Thursday 10:00am - 10:45am $96 $82
Dance Workout 2-3 Wednesday 11:00am - 11:30am $92 $92
Music and Movement 2-3 Thursday 11:00am - 11:45am $96 $82
14CHILD ONLY:
Pre-Ballet 1 & Pre-Ballet 2 Tiny Tappers
(Ages 3-5 years) (Ages 3-4 years)
Introduce your young dancer to the world of ballet. Watch Calling all kids who love to be loud! Tap is a unique dance
them spread their wings as they learn poise and rhythm. Pre form that allows children to explore rhythm and movement
-Ballet engages children through the use of their imagina- in a new way! Grab a pair of tap shoes and start making
tion while learning proper ballet terms, correct body place- noise at the Geyer Family Branch.
ment and gross motor skills and is beneficial for both boys
and girls. Classroom etiquette is discovered and taught. Jitter Bugs
These classes are separated into two age groups so chil- (Ages 3-5 years)
dren can thrive by This fun and upbeat creative movement class will blend the
learning age appropriate skills. magic of childhood imagination with basic techniques of
dance, rhythm, and music. A variety of props like hoops,
Princess Fairytale Ballet scarves, ribbons, and instruments will help us in our journey
each week. Each child’s natural ability will shine through as
(Ages 3-5 years)
Princess Fairytale Ballet is the perfect introduction to we explore dance techniques like level, shapes and
dance. This class encourages a love for the arts and direction.
creativity! Each week, we will read a fairytale or story and
act it out through dance steps while using fun and Mini Ballerinas
appropriate props. (Ages 2-3 years)
With a carefully structured class and gentle exposure to
Ballet 1 socialization skills, students will be introduced to large
loco motor movement (hopping, sliding, marching, prancing
(Ages 5+ years)
and leaping) in the wonderful world of ballet. This class is
Ballet for this age group focuses on the same basic
designed for children that meet two requirements: they have
concepts of traditional barre work and more independent
taken a parent/child dance class previously and are 2.5
movement. Skills covered in class include balance, hopping,
skipping, jumping, galloping, basic positions of the feet and years or older. These requirements are put into place for
arms, the concept of parallel vs. turned out legs and feet, the success of each student.
and ballet class etiquette.
Ballet for Beginners
Happy Hip Hop (Ages 3-5 years)
(Ages 3-4 years) This class combines movement and music to help students
Happy Hip Hoppers will certainly learn some great new develop body awareness, rhythm, flexibility, coordination,
moves to the beat of fun music! This upbeat class is perfect and confidence while learning ballet vocabulary. Students
for your energetic child who just loves to dance. Casual will have fun discovering ballet steps, terminology, and the
clothing and sneakers are most appropriate for this class. basics of dance, in their first dance class.
Intro to Hip Hop
(Ages 4-7 years)
This upbeat dance class is a powerful way to bring dance
into the life of your older energetic child. Introduce your
child to choreography, techniques and fun! Casual clothing
and sneakers are most appropriate for this class.
15CHILD ONLY CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
Pre-Ballet 1 3-5 Monday 3:30pm -4:00pm $92 $92
Pre-Ballet 2 3-5 Monday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $96 $96
Jitter Bugs 3-5 Thursday 4:15pm - 4:45pm $92 $92
Saturday 10:45am - 11:15am $92 $79
Ballet for Beginners 3-5 Thursday 12:00pm - 12:30pm $92 $79
Saturday 2:15pm - 2:45pm $92 $79
Tiny Tappers 3-4 Tuesday 10:15am - 10:45am $92 $92
Mini Ballerinas 2-3 Monday 11:00am - 11:30am $92 $92
Wednesday 12:30pm - 1:00pm $92 $92
Happy Hip Hop 3-5 Wednesday 11:45am - 12:15pm $92 $92
Friday 11:00am - 11:45am $92 $79
Saturday 2:00pm - 2:30pm $92 $79
CHILD ONLY FALL RECITAL PERFORMANCE CLASS SCHEDULE (14 Week Session) CLASS FEE
FALL I & II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 14 weeks
Princess Fairytale Ballet 3-4 Monday 11:45am - 12:30pm $205
Wednesday 1:15pm - 2:00pm $205
Ballet 1 5+ Monday 5:15pm - 6:15pm $195
Saturday 12:30pm - 1:30pm $181
Intro to Hip Hop 4-7 Tuesday 4:00pm - 4:45pm $205
Saturday 1:00pm - 1:45pm $190
Pre-Ballet 1 3-5 Wednesday 3:30pm - 4:00pm $195
Saturday 10:45am - 11:15am $181
Pre-Ballet 2 3-5 Wednesday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $205
Saturday 11:30am - 12:15pm $190
Tiny Tappers 3-4 Thursday 5:15pm - 5:45pm $205
Saturday 10:00am - 10:30am $190
Our Fall Recital classes will culminate in a performance on Saturday, December 12, 2015
held at the Geyer Family Branch. Show letters with more information will be emailed on October 15th.
16AQUATICS
Splashing in the pool and learning to swim help children build confidence in the water. Aquatics classes take
place in our pool which was specially designed for our members and will give your children skills and memo-
ries that last a lifetime!
PARENT & CHILD: Tadpole I
(Age 2 years)
Through the soothing medium of water, we are able to tap into the
Bubble Babies child’s potential. Our child-paced toddler swimming lessons have
(6 months – 12 months) the potential to increase intelligence, concentration, alertness and
The benefits of “baby-friendly,” infant swimming are unique and perceptual abilities. Songs, water play and activities help acquaint
uplifting, and contribute to the positive development of the whole the child with the pool. Children are required to wear a swim
child. Parents and children will enjoy water play while increasing diaper if not potty trained.
comfort in the pool through the leadership of highly trained
instructors. Songs, water play and activities help acquaint the Tadpole II
child with the pool. Children are required to wear a swim diaper. (Age 3 years)
This class is designed for children ages 3 to 4 years old who need
Tiny Tots a little bit more time with their parents before transitioning into a
(Age 1 year) child-only class. Children practice water safety and swimming skills
Parents and children will enjoy water play while increasing comfort with parents.
in the pool through the leadership of highly trained instructors.
Songs, water play and activities help acquaint the child with the Leap Frog
pool. Our child-paced toddler swimming lessons also have the (Ages 3-4 years)
potential to increase intelligence, concentration, alertness and Not quite sure if your child is ready for a child only class? This
perceptual abilities. Children are required to wear a swim diaper. transitional class, may be right for you. This class starts as a
parent/child class for the first few weeks focusing on water
adjustment and beginning swimming skills. Then the class
transitions into a child-only Starfish class with the instructors.
PARENT / CHILD CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
Bubble Babies 6 months- Monday 11:30am - 12:00pm $84 $84
12 months Tuesday 11:00am - 11:30am $84 $84
Wednesday 10:30am - 11:00am $84 $84
Saturday 8:30am - 9:00am $84 $72
Bubble Babies/Tiny Tots 6 months - 1 year Wednesday 6:15pm - 6:45pm $84 $84
Tiny Tots 1 Monday 11:00am - 11:30am $84 $84
Tuesday 10:30am - 11:00am $84 $84
Wednesday 10:00am - 10:30am $84 $84
Wednesday 11:00am - 11:30am $84 $84
Thursday 10:30am - 11:00am $84 $72
Thursday 7:00pm - 7:30pm $84 $72
Saturday 9:00am - 9:30am $84 $72
Tiny Tots/Tadpole 1 1-2 Saturday 11:00am - 11:30am $84 $72
Tadpole 1 2 Monday 10:00am - 10:30am $84 $84
Monday 10:30am - 11:00am $84 $84
Monday 7:00pm - 7:30pm $84 $84
Tuesday 10:00am - 10:30am $84 $84
Wednesday 9:30am - 10:00am $84 $84
Wednesday 7:15pm - 7:45pm $84 $84
Thursday 10:00am - 10:30am $84 $72
Thursday 11:00am - 11:30am $84 $72
Thursday 7:30pm - 8:00pm $84 $72
Saturday 10:00am - 10:30am $84 $72
Tadpole II 3 Monday 7:30pm - 8:00pm $84 $84
Tuesday 9:30am - 10:00am $84 $84
Leap Frog 3-4 Tuesday 7:30pm - 8:00pm $84 $84
Thursday 11:30am - 12:00noon $84 $72
17CHILD ONLY: Kinderswim Gold
(Ages 5-6 years)
Starfish *Child must be recommended or tested*
(Age 3 years) In-person registration only
Starfish is a class designed for your 3 year old child to Children who have completed our Kinderswim Silver level can
experience their first child-only swim class. Each week children now enter on a new quest in Kinderswim Gold. Requirements
will practice skills and improve these they’re already learned. for this class include: completing 15 yards of swimming with
Some skills include blowing bubbles, jumping into the pool, rotary breathing, jumping into the pool without assistance, and
floating on their back and kicking across the pool. If your child back float with kicks and rocketship for 15 yards. Your child
is already comfortable in the pool, we will continue to will learn the backstroke, treading water for 20 seconds, and
encourage the progression of their skills. Children must to be tackle new activities and challenges that will keep them en-
potty trained to attend this class. gaged in all the possibilities of the pool.
Kinderswim Bronze Kinderswim Platinum
(Ages 4-6 years) (Ages 5 to 7 years)
This is a class designed for children ages 4 years through *Child must be recommended or tested*
Kindergarten. Children will practice new skills as well as In-person registration only
improve theses skills they’ve already learned. Each class Children who have completed our Kinderswim Gold level can
focuses on different skills to assist your child in moving to the now embark on a new adventure in Kinderswim Platinum.
next level (Kinderswim Silver). Whether your child is a brand Requirements for this class include: completing 25 yards of
new swimmer or has experience, we will help them become a swimming with rotary breathing and backstroke, treading water
stronger swimmer. There are no requirements for this class. for 30 seconds, and retrieving objects from the bottom of pool.
Your child will learn the breaststroke, kneeling and sitting dive
Kinderswim Silver and be given new activities and challenges that will keep them
(Ages 4-6 years) engaged in all the possibilities of the pool.
*Child must be recommended or tested*
In-person registration only
This is a more intense swimming class designed for those
children who have completed our Kinderswim Bronze level.
Requirements for this class include: putting their face in the
water for 10 seconds and blowing bubbles comfortably,
completing front and back float independently and swim with
face in the water for 10 yards. In this class we focus on rotary
breathing and endurance by starting to swim the length of the
pool.
Geyer Family YMCA Passes CLASS FEE
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME FALL I FALL II
Parent/Child Gym Pass Up to age 3 Monday 6:30pm - 7:15pm $70 $70
(May come to any or all Tuesday 11:00am - 11:45am per family per family
class times)
Wednesday 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Saturday 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Parent/Child Swim Pass Up to age 6 Monday 9:15am - 10:00am $70 $70
(May come to any or all with additional siblings Tuesday 11:45am - 12:30pm per family per family
class times) allowed
Wednesday 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Thursday 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Friday 7:15pm - 8:00pm
Saturday 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Gym/Swim Combo See above See above See above $110 $110
A DROP-IN PASS MAY BE PURCHASED FOR $10 PER FAMILY TO BE UTILIZED
ON ANY OF THE ABOVE DAYS AND TIMES
18CHILD ONLY CLASS SCHEDULE CLASS FEE
FALL I FALL II
CLASS AGES DAYS TIME 7 WEEKS 7 WEEKS
Starfish 3 Monday 1:00pm - 1:30pm $84 $84
Monday 3:30pm - 4:00pm $84 $84
Monday 5:45pm - 6:15pm $84 $84
Tuesday 1:30pm - 2:00pm $84 $84
Tuesday 4:00pm - 4:30pm $84 $84
Wednesday 3:30pm - 4:00pm $84 $84
Thursday 3:45pm - 4:15pm $84 $72
Thursday 6:00pm - 6:30pm $84 $72
Friday 10:00am - 10:30am $84 $72
Friday 5:45pm - 6:15pm $84 $72
Saturday 12:45pm - 1:15pm $84 $72
Saturday 3:30pm - 4:00pm $84 $72
Kinderswim Bronze 4-6 Monday 1:30pm - 2:15pm $84 $84
Monday 3:30pm - 4:15pm $84 $84
Monday 5:00pm - 5:45pm $84 $84
Tuesday 4:00pm - 4:45pm $84 $84
Tuesday 6:45pm - 7:30pm $84 $84
Wednesday 5:30pm - 6:15pm $84 $84
Thursday 1:00pm - 1:45pm $84 $72
Thursday 3:45 pm - 4:30pm $84 $72
Thursday 4:30pm - 5:15pm $84 $72
Friday 10:30am - 11:15am $84 $72
Friday 1:00pm - 1:45pm $84 $72
Friday 3:30pm - 4:15pm $84 $72
Friday 6:15pm - 7:00pm $84 $72
Saturday 12:45 pm - 1:30pm $84 $72
Saturday 1:30pm - 2:15 pm $84 $72
Saturday 2:15pm - 3:00pm $84 $72
Kinderswim Silver 4-6 Monday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $84 $84
(Must be recommended) Tuesday 6:00pm - 6:45pm $84 $84
Thursday 5:15pm - 6:00pm $84 $72
Friday 4:15pm - 5:00pm $84 $72
Kinderswim Gold 5-6 Monday 6:15pm - 7:00pm $84 $84
(Must be recommended) Wednesday 4:00pm - 4:45pm $84 $84
Friday 5:00pm - 5:45pm $84 $72
Kinderswim Platinum 5-7 Tuesday 4:45pm - 5:30pm $84 $84
(must be recommended)
Private Lessons
We offer private lessons (1:1) and semi-private
lessons (2:1 for siblings only) for 4 through 6
year olds. If you have questions please contact
the Aquatics Director, Lauren Sharkey at
lsharkey@montclairymca.org.
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