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Program Policies
All children must meet the following guidelines for enrollment or use of any program at the
Ciccotti Center:
• All children who enroll in any of our programs/camps (excluding our KIM program, which
is a member only benefit) must meet the age/grade requirements as well as the following
guidelines:
1. Children must be able to function in a 1:10 staff / child ratio.
2. Children must be fully toilet trained and able to use the facilities independently.
3. C
hildren must be able to undress and re dress themselves in the event the program/
camp has time in the pool.
• The Ciccotti Center will make reasonable accommodations to serve children with disabilities or
behavioral concerns and will evaluate each situation individually.
• Please contact the department manager, depending on the program, if you have any questions
or concerns regarding these eligibility requirements.
• Children cannot be dropped off prior to the start time of camp unless the camp states that
there is early drop off, we do not have staff to take care of them before the official start time of
camp. We also do not have late pick up unless specified in the guide for that particular camp.
Behavior Management / Code of Conduct
Please review the following rules with your child before the program begins. While in the
program, children are expected to display age appropriate behavior and follow established rules
including, but not limited to:
• Respect other children, staff and property
• Follow staff direction
• Stay with a staff member and within program areas at all times
• Adhere to rules regarding building and playground safety
• Refrain from using foul language or other forms of verbal abuse
• No fighting or other physical altercations
2 Community Program Guide Summer 2020What’s Inside
Youth Sports & Recreation Programs
Youth Sports Leagues............................................................................. pg 4
Ciccotti Center Highlights
Sport & Recreation Camps..................................................................... pg 4 Membership
Becoming a member at Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center
Adult Sports & Recreation Programs has benefits. If you are interested in obtaining a membership,
please call us at 518-867-8920 for more information or visit our
Adult Sports Programs........................................................................... pg 7 website at ciccotticenter.org.
Fitness Programs MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS INCLUDE
Adult Fitness Programs.......................................................................... pg 8 • Access to degreed and certified fitness specialists
• Fitness assessments
Personal Services
• Equipment orientation
• Use of the fitness floor (12-15 year olds require parental supervision)
Personal Training.................................................................................... pg 9 • Lap pool, activity pool and warm spa
Small Group Personal Training................................................................ pg 9 • MFA certified Medical Fitness Center
Next Steps ™ Programs........................................................................... pg 10 • Extensive selection of over 70 group exercise classes
• Discounts on many of our programs and services
Aquatic Programs
Toddler & Youth Aquatics........................................................................ pg 11
DENOTES SPECIAL NEEDS-FRIENDLY PROGRAM
Class Schedules..................................................................................... pg 13
Adult Aquatics......................................................................................... pg 14
Private Instruction.................................................................................. pg 14
The Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center
is proudly a Medical Fitness Association (MFA)
Certification Preparation Classes........................................................... pg 15
Certified Medical Fitness Center!
Colonie Youth Center
Registration Form................................................................................... pg 16 The Medical Fitness Association is the
Sammy Nathan Scholarship Fund.......................................................... pg 18 country’s leading organization dedicated
School-Age Childcare Programs............................................................. pg 19 to medically integrated outcomes and
Employment............................................................................................ pg 19 accountability-based fitness facilities.
Board of Directors................................................................................... pg 19
CONTACT INFORMATION: 518-867-8920
Aquatics: Swim Lessons: Brittany LaVaute
Aquatics: Private Swim: Alyssa Nappi
IMPORTANT
ALL program participants must complete the
Fitness Programs: Brittany LaVaute
registration form on PAGE 16 or on our website!
Member Services: Karen Fox
Recreation Programs: Roger Manion
3 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Youth Sports & Recreation Programs
Youth Sports Leagues Sport & Recreation Camps
“SHOOTING FOR GOLD” SUMMER RECREATIONAL “THIRD & INCHES” FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP
BASKETBALL LEAGUE The “Third & Inches” flag football camp will emphasize basic fundamentals
of football through drills, demonstrations, fun activities and daily games.
Campers are required to have a mouth guard, snack and beverage. Sneakers
Sponsored in part by or cleats are acceptable.
So, you want to be the next Kevin Durrant, James Harden, Lonzo Ball, Jayson Date: Monday, June 29 – Friday, July 3
Tatum or Stephan Curry! The Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Basketball program focuses on recreational play of basketball. Our goal is Grades: K – 3 CO-ED
to teach each player about the game and provide them with equal amounts Location: Ciccotti Center
of playing time while having FUN! Coaches are volunteers who have varied Fee: $ 80 Ciccotti Members, $90 for Non-members
levels of basketball knowledge. Parents interested in coaching, please
(If you sign up for Little Kicks Soccer Camp discount
contact Roger Manion at 867-8920.
$140 Ciccotti Members & $150 Non-members)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Registration deadline is Friday, June 19 “LITTLE KICKS” SOCCER CAMP
• Pre-registration required. Limited space available. No draft-day sign-ups, please.
This camp will expose campers to the basics of soccer. Through fun drills
• All children will be placed on a team, including those who cannot attend draft day, (but and demonstrations, the campers will learn skills such as; passing, dribbling,
only if pre-registered!) shooting in a fun setting.
• Coaches will contact their players with the time to report for their first game.
• We will provide the schedule for the remainder of the season along with game shirts at Date: Monday, June 29 – Friday, July 3
the first game. Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• This league does not conduct formal practices; game schedule includes fifteen- Grades: K – 3 CO-ED
minute pre-game practice.
Location: Ciccotti Center
Draft Day: Saturday, June 20 Fee: $80 Ciccotti Members, $90 for Non-members
Game Days: Grades 3 & 4: Thursdays, July 9 – August 20 Court 1 (If you sign up for Little Kicks Soccer Camp discount
Grades 5 & 6: Thursdays, July 9 – August 20 Court 2 $140 Ciccotti Members & $150 Non-members)
Grades 7 & 8: Fridays, July 10 – August 21
Grades 9 & 10: Fridays, July 10 – August 21 SPORTY SPROUTS/ALL SPORTS DAY CAMP
Location: All drafts and games at the Ciccotti Center NEW EXTENDED HOURS
Fee: $110 Members, $140 Non-members (includes t-shirt) No arts, no crafts, no cooking - JUST SPORTS! Try your hand at a variety
of sports in our Sporty Sprouts Day Camp designed for the athletic,
3RD & 4TH GRADE CO-ED sports-loving kid.
Draft Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
The goal of the All Sports Camp is to provide children in Grades K - 4 with a
Game Times: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM healthy, safe environment where participants will have fun playing various
sports such as basketball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, football, kickball, tennis,
5TH & 6TH GRADE CO-ED and much more in a camp setting. The camp provides children with the
Draft Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM opportunity to play their favorite sports.
Game Times: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Upon registration you will receive a more detailed sports camp application
including a medical form, camp policies and procedures manual, and a camp
7TH & 8TH GRADE BOYS activities calendar. Camp will operate rain or shine.
Draft Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Game Times: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Days: Monday – Friday
Sessions/Dates: Session 1 June 29 – July 3
9TH – 10TH GRADE BOYS Session 2 July 6 – 10
Session 3 July 13 – 17
Draft Time: Create your own team (If you do not have a team you will be
Session 4 July 20 – 24
placed on a Free Agent Team)
Session 5 July 27 – 31
Game Times: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Session 6 August 3 – 7
Session 7 August 10 – 14
Session 8 August 17 – 21
Session 9 August 24 – 28
Session 10 August 31 – September 4
Time: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Grades: K – 4 CO-ED (Limited to 35 participants)
5 – 8 (Limited to 35 participants)
Fee: $175 Members, $225 Non-members
NOTE: “Member” denotes Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center members. Membership information is listed on the inside cover of this program guide. ciccotticenter.org 4Youth Sports & Recreation Programs
“SPLISH SPLASH” SWIMMING CAMP “BASES LOADED” SOFTBALL CAMP NEW
Fun in the sun! This action-packed camp will be full of excitement and This camp will expose campers to the basics of Softball. Through fun drills
adventure. Every day campers will get a high-quality swim lesson from and demonstrations, the campers will learn skills such as; Throwing, catching,
a WSI-certified swim instructor that follows the American Red Cross fielding, hitting and running bases in a fun setting. The camp will have access
guidelines and will also have recreational swim time. The swim lessons are to batting cages. Campers will swim at the Colonie Town Pool. Campers are
combined with fun activities consisting of small projects and group games required to bring baseball equipment, sneakers and cleats, swimsuit, towel,
snack and lunch. Please dress according to the weather.
such as; tag, soccer, kickball, scatter and many more. Sign up today.
The camp will consist of field trip entire camp will travel to New York and attend
• Campers need to bring two bathing suits, two towels, a water bottle, lunch, two snacks,
a NY Yankees game on Wednesday, July 23 at 1:05 PM, the New York Yankees
and sneakers. Flip flops allowed, but only in pool area.
vs the Anaheim Angels. All campers will be required to bring either a bag lunch
• Each week will include progressive swim lessons. or spending money to purchase lunch at the stadium. The camp will stop on the
way home at a thruway rest stop for dinner, so the campers will need spending
Dates: Week 1: July 6 – 10 money for dinner. Instructor Lauren Massry and other softball coaches.
Week 2: July 13 – 17
Week 3: July 27 – 31 Date: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24
Grades: 3 – 5 (maximum 20 campers per week) Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Grades: 2 – 5 CO-ED
Fee/Week: $200 Members, $250 Non-members Fee: $250
“FAST BREAK” BOYS LACROSSE CAMP “SWING FOR THE FENCES” BASEBALL CAMP
This camp will expose campers to the basics of lacrosse. Through fun drills This camp will expose campers to the basics of Baseball. Through fun drills
and demonstrations, the campers will learn skills such as passing, catching, and demonstrations, the campers will learn skills such as; Throwing, catching,
scooping, shooting, dodging and many other areas associated with lacrosse. fielding, hitting and running bases in a fun setting. The camp will have access
Campers are required to bring a lacrosse stick, helmet, gloves, arm pads, and to batting cages. Campers will swim at the Colonie Town Pool. Campers are re-
shoulder pads. Some equipment will be available. Instructor: Roger Manion, quired to bring baseball equipment, sneakers and cleats, swimsuit, towel, snack
Former Head Lacrosse Coach at Hudson Valley Community College, and other and lunch. Please dress according to the weather.
coaches and players, TBA.
The camp will consist of field trip entire camp will travel to New York and attend
Date: Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17 a NY Yankees game on Wednesday, July 23 at 1:05 PM, the New York Yankees
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM vs the Anaheim Angels. All campers will be required to bring either a bag lunch
Grades: K – 3 CO-ED or spending money to purchase lunch at the stadium. The camp will stop on the
way home at a thruway rest stop for dinner, so the campers will need spending
Location: Ciccotti Center (outdoor field) money for dinner. Instructor Christopher Larrabee and other baseball coaches.
Fee: $80 Ciccotti Members, $90 for Non-members
(If you sign up for Little Kicks Soccer Camp discount Date: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24
$140 Ciccotti Members & $150 Non-members) Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Cook Park (Colonie Little League Facilities)
Grades: 2 – 5 CO-ED
“LITTLE DUNKS” BASKETBALL CAMP Fee: $250
You’re never too young to start an NBA career. The “Little Dunks” basketball
camp will emphasize basics through drills, demonstrations and fun activities.
Campers will have a snack time, so please provide them with a snack.
Date: Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Grades: K – 3 CO-ED
Location: Ciccotti Center
Fee: $80 Ciccotti Members, $90 for Non-members
(If you sign up for Little Kicks Soccer Camp discount
$140 Ciccotti Members & $150 Non-members)
5 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Youth Sports & Recreation Programs
“GO THE DISTANCE” CROSS COUNTRY CAMP BOYS’/GIRLS’ SUMMER LACROSSE CAMP
Runners will be welcomed each morning with a warm-up and stretch. The Participants will have the opportunity to enhance their skill development
camp will cover a different topic each day including proper stretching, nutrition, through tactical and technical sessions. They will learn passing, catching,
proper footwear and training methods. Instructors: Colonie High School Cross scooping, goal keeping as well as offensive and defensive strategies.
Country coaches, Frank Myers, Mary Ann Johnson.
Campers are required to bring a lacrosse helmet, gloves, arm pads, lacrosse
stick, goggles, mouth guard, sneakers and cleats, swimsuit, towel, lunch and a
Date: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31
water jug. Dress according to the weather. Instructors: Roger Manion, Former
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Siena College and Hudson Valley Men’s Lacrosse Coach, along with local
Location: Ciccotti Center (Front of the building) players/coaches.
Ages: 5 – 12 CO-ED
Fee: $35 Date: Monday, August 10 – Friday, August 14
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
(Program 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; hours include drop-off and pick-up)
“CORNER KICK” CO-ED SOCCER CAMP Location: Ciccotti Center
This camp is designed to teach the fundamentals of soccer. Areas of Grades: 3 – 8 Co-ed (Boys camp separate from Girls camp)
concentration will be individual ball skills and team tactics (1v1, 2v1, 3v2).
Fee: $150 Members, $200 Non-members
Participants will learn both the offensive and defensive game. Campers are
required to bring a lunch, beverage, cleats, shin guards, sneakers, swimsuit,
towel and a snack each day. Please dress according to the weather.
“BIDDY” SPECIAL: Members: $100 for any two camps and $150 for all
three. Non-Members: $130 for any two camps and $210 for all three.
Date: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31 Parents required to provide 2 snacks, lunch and beverage.
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
(Program 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; hours include drop-off and pick-up)
Location: Ciccotti Center (outdoor field) “TRAIN TO TRI” TRIATHLON TRAINING CAMP
Grades: Division I: 3 – 5
Triathlon training program will give kids the opportunity to experience what it
Division II: 6 – 8 feels like to be a triathlete. This camp will prepare campers for a Mini-Triathlon
Fee: $150 Members, $200 Non-members competition at the end of the week-long camp.
“BIDDY” BASKETBALL CAMP Campers will learn what it takes to train for a triathlon, the commitment and
dedication. Swim instruction will be taught by certified swim instructors, bike
The “Biddy” basketball camp will emphasize basic fundamentals through drills, skills and bike maintenance, improve running technique and conditioning
demonstrations and fun activities. Snack and beverage required. utilizing the crossings trails and dryland exercise in our state-of-the-art
fitness room.
Date: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31
During the week, campers will “train like triathletes” and learn how to
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM make “quick transitions” as well as understand how to eat a healthy meal
Location: Ciccotti Center before training, or competition. Campers should have a fully functioning bike
Ages: 3 – 5 CO-ED (no training wheels), running shoes, and be able to swim at least 25 yards.
Fee: $60 Members, $80 Non-members Campers will need to bring lunch, snack, water bottle, bathing suit and towel
every day.
“BIDDY” BASEBALL CAMP Date: Monday, August 24 – Friday, August 28
The “Biddy” baseball camp will emphasize basic fundamentals through drills, Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
demonstrations and fun activities. Baseball glove, snack, beverage and sun (Program 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; hours include drop-off and pick-up)
screen required. Location: Ciccotti Center
Grades: 3 – 9 Co-ed
Date: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31 Fee: $190 Members, $250 Non-members
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Grades: 3 – 5 CO-ED
Location: Ciccotti Center
Fee: $60 Members, $80 Non-members
“BIDDY” SOCCER CAMP
The “Biddy” soccer camp will emphasize basic fundamentals through drills,
demonstrations and fun activities. Shin guards, snack, beverage and sun
screen required.
Date: Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Grades: 3 – 5 CO-ED
Location: Ciccotti Center
Fee: $60 Ciccotti members; $80 Non-members
6 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Adult Sports & Recreation Programs
Adult Sports Leagues
MEN’S SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE
All divisions will play a ten-week schedule of games. Two weeks of
playoffs will follow, with the highest seeded team playing the lowest and
so on, culminating with one championship game. Certified referees and a
scorekeeper are scheduled for each game, and all standings and stats will
be kept and posted. Participants will receive a game shirt. Designate one
person as your team captain to collect all registration forms and payments
and submit everything at one time.
No team, but want to play? Contact Roger Manion at 867-8920 ext. 224 about
signing up as a free agent and we’ll do our best to assign you to a team. All
games played in the Ciccotti Center gymnasium.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Write the name of the team captain on the bottom of your registration form.
• A re you a Free Agent? Then write “Free Agent” on the bottom of your registration form
Men’s Open Division : Ages 18 and up
Games: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Date: Sundays, June 7 – August 30
Fee: $1030 per team (Limited Space)
Free agents $150 per person
Adult Recreation Program
PICKLEBALL
No Pickleball over the Summer. Please contact Ciccotti Center for details.
PING PONG
You are never too old to play ping pong. Test your reflexes and challenge your
fellow members to a fun game of ping pong. The Ciccotti Center has two brand
new ping pong tables. Fun and provides moderate exercise.
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 9 – August 27
Time: Tuesdays; 11:15 AM – 1:15 PM
Thursdays; 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Fee: FREE Members, $50 Non-members
TO REGISTER
ALL program participants must complete the included
registration form or register on our website!
7 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Fitness Programs
Adult Fitness Programs Karate Programs
T’AI CHI / QIGONG Adult Karate
Enjoy this T’ai Chi and Qigong class. Aigong meaning “breath work” is based Register for our adult karate class Thursday nights! This class will focus
on the principles of traditional Chinese Medicine. T’ai Chi has many health on a variety of skills and areas of personal growth such as self-defense,
benefits which include coordination, flexibility, strength and balance. Qigong self-discipline, respect and physical conditioning. Our instructor, Sheldon,
utilizes the mond-body-spirit connection through specific postures and has 45 years of experience. He has a 6th degree black belt in karate, a
breathing techniques to help open the energy meridians in the body. T’ai Chi 3rd degree black belt in TaeKwonDo, and also holds black belts in Aikido
and Qigong are easy to learn and are great for seniors! and Japanese Jui Jitsu. He has attended 14 United States National Karate
Championships (American Karate Association), and is a 2 time United States
Dates: UMMER SESSION I: Monday, June 22 – August 3
S TaeKwonDo Champion (AAU,USTA).
SUMMER SESSION II: Mondays, August 17 – September 28
Time: 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM (Sun Style 75-Intermediate Class) Date: SUMMER SESSION I: Thursday, June 25 – August 6
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (T’ai Chi for Arthritis-beginner class) SUMMER SESSION II: Thursday, August 20 – October 1
Fee: $60 Members, $85 Non-members Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Fee: $60 Members, $85 Non-members
PARKINSON’S DANCE PROGRAM
YOUTH KARATE
Designed to engage participant’s minds and bodies through many styles
while addressing such Parkinson disease issues such as balance, flexibility, This class will focus on a variety of skills and areas of personal growth such
coordination and gait. Partners and caregivers welcome. People with MS or as self-defense, self-discipline, respect and physical conditioning. Students
other neuromuscular conditions welcome. Walkers and wheelchairs welcome. will learn Japanese Shotokan Karate, taught by a sixth-degree black belt
No experience necessary. instructor; there will be a focus on basic techniques (e.g., kicks, strikes,
blocks), form and controlled sparring. Plus, they will be exposed to the falling
Date: T uesdays (class is ongoing every Tuesday) and throwing techniques of Aikido as well as Japancese Jujitsu.
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Date: UMMER SESSION I: Thursday, June 25 – August 6
S
Fee: $5 per class
SUMMER SESSION II: Thursday, August 20 – October 1
Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Fee: $60 Members, $85 Non-members
8 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Personal Services
Personal Services
PERSONAL TRAINING
The degreed and certified Fitness Professional/Personal Trainer will provide assistance by evaluating, designing, and monitoring a specialized exercise program
based on your personal health and fitness goals. Please complete the Personal Training Request Form (available in the Fitness Center) and the Fitness Manager
will contact you to arrange your training. Payment is made at the Member Services desk after your schedule is set up. Ages 12 and up.
AQUA PERSONAL TRAINING
Aqua Personal training, more commonly known as Aqua Therapy is a great INDIVIDUAL
way to optimize your fitness level without the high impact. Aqua Training
provides the same benefits as land-based training for people affected by 60-MINUTE SESSIONS
osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, obesity, an injury or other health-related issues. 3 Pack 7 Pack 10 Pack 20 Pack
Aquatic exercise is often the next step for those requiring low or no impact
or in post-rehabilitation; the buoyancy of water protects recuperating knees, Member $163.00 $332.00 $445.00 $830.00
shoulders, ankles and hips. Our Certified Aqua Personal Trainer will develop
a program focused on your personal needs. Whether it’s designing a high- Non-Member $198.00 $407.00 $550.00 $1,035.00
intensity cross-training regimen or continuing your post-rehabilitation needs, 30-MINUTE SESSIONS
water resistance exercise will challenge your body in every aspect.
3 Pack 7 Pack 10 Pack 20 Pack
Please note: Member n/a $213.50 $289.00 $480.00
• Purchases expire one year from date of purchase.
Non-Member n/a $254.50 $347.25 $577.00
• Training packages must be paid in full prior to your first training session.
• Please report to all scheduled appointment on time and ready to work out. SMALL GROUP
• Regardless of arrival times, sessions will end at the scheduled time.
• Sessions are transferable, but non-refundable. 60-MINUTE SESSIONS
1 Day/wk 2 Days/wk 3 Days/wk
SCHEDULING 4 Sessions 8 Sessions 12 Sessions
Please see the Fitness Manager to initiate a training plan. Follow-up training Member $30 / per session $27 / per session $24 / per session
sessions may be scheduled through your Personal Trainer. Payment is made
Non-Member $35 / per session $32 / per session $29 / per session
at the Member Services desk after your schedule is set up.
Please note: pricing subject to change without notice.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations for scheduled appointments must be received
at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged for the session.
9 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Personal Services
Next Steps Fitness Programs ™
Kids on the Move:
Improve Your Life Through Exercise
Youth Workout Program
Next Steps Fitness Programs™ is a collection of fitness
programs for individuals transitioning from or managing Give your youth the opportunity to become fit and active in our
a medical condition or needing additional support to 8-week youth workout program. Youth ages 7-15 will learn fun
improve their level of physical activity. and effective exercises that will help them build healthy muscles,
10 Specialized Programs bones and joints. Participants in the Kids on the Move program
Cancer Fitness Improve your muscle function and range of motion, will become comfortable and confident about exercise with
reduce fatigue and manage other cancer treatment considerations. guidance from our degreed and certified fitness specialists.
Cardiac Fitness Reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, gain
strength and increase endurance through this heart-healthy program. Youth in the Kids on the Move program will receive:
Cognitive Health Slows age-related decline and reduce disease related • Fitness assessments at the beginning and end of the program
cognitive impairment through structured exercise. • An individualized exercise plan
Diabetes Fitness Manage your type 1 or type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetic • Instruction on techniques and exercises for a healthy lifestyle
symptoms through physical activity. • One month of FREE membership upon completion of the
Functional Fitness Increase your daily function and reduce pain with program
this gentle movement exercise.
Orthopedic Fitness While managing a recurring injury or after Your youth can improve his or her life through exercise and
completing therapy, this program can help you become active again. prevent or delay the development of many chronic diseases. To
Fit for Surgery Prepare for surgery by increasing strength and learn more about the Kids on the Move youth workout program,
endurance for a quicker, easier recovery. visit the Member Services desk or call 518-867-8920.
Pulmonary Fitness This individualized, supervised program will increase
your level of physical activity if you have pulmonary or respiratory
conditions.
Transitional Care If you have health issues due to an inactive lifestyle,
this exercise program can help you improve your health and stamina.
Weight Management Learn how to set realistic goals and develop new
physical activity habits while pursuing a healthy weight.
All 8-week programs offer:
• Assessments at the beginning and end of program
• An individualized exercise plan
• Two 60-minute group workout sessions per week
• A summary report available to you and your healthcare provider
• Unlimited, full access to the center
• The option to join the center with waived enrollment at the end of
You’ve Got Goals, Let Us
the program
Help You Reach Them
About Us:
What makes us different from other fitness centers? The Rudy Have you hit a plateau in your fitness routine? Do you want
A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center use a medically integrated to take your fitness to the next level? Our small group
approach to fitness.
training program will provide expert training to motivate,
• An individualized exercise plan based on your current fitness ability and
encourage and transform your health and fitness.
created to help you achieve your goals
• Your exercise plan addresses special instructions from your physician or Register today for a small group training class:
healthcare provider if needed
• All our fitness specialists have a health or fitness-related degree and Duration: 60 minutes
are nationally certified Min: 1 participant Max: 4 participants
- Member of the Medical Fitness are sponsored by
The Next Steps™ programs
Price: Members $30 / per session
Association (MFA), the leader of Non-members $35 / per session
operational excellence in the
medical fitness industry.
-Medical Fitness Association (MFA) Minimum of 4 sessions per month. Maximum of up to 12 sessions
Certified Facility. per month. Intermediate and advanced group options are available.
Fitness assessment is required prior to participation
NOTE:POWER
©2017-2020 “Member” denotes
WELLNESS Rudy A. Ciccotti
MANAGEMENT, Family
LLC. All rights Recreation Center members. Membership information is listed on the inside cover of this program guide.
reserved. ciccotticenter.org 10Aquatic Programs
Aquatic Programs Toddler & Youth Aquatics
AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS PARENT CHILD AQUATICS
This progressive program teaches participants how to swim in a logical
PARENT AND TOT (AGES 6 MONTHS – 2 YEARS)
progression, and safety in and around the water. Classes are subject to a Using songs, games and water toys, your child will learn basic water
minimum of two and maximum of 6 – 12 enrollment depending on the level. readiness during a unique, aquatic parent-tot bonding experience. Children
learn to follow the adults’ lead and look for permission when in the aquatic
area. Parents are required to participate in the water with their child.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
The following descriptions are offered for informational purposes only. Children
without an American Red Cross completed requirement card dated within the SUPER TOT (AGES: 2 – 3 YEARS)
last six months need to be assessed by one of our aquatics instructors prior to These advanced parent-child swim lessons concentrate on beginning
registering. Free evaluations will be held on the dates below. No appointment basic stroke movements. Parents learn how to teach their children to
necessary. Please contact the Aquatics Department if these dates and times swim. We introduce blowing bubbles and basic kicking and paddling. This
do not work for you. is a great class to prepare children for the next step in to our Preschool
Aquatics program. Parents are required to participate in the water with
their child.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: PRESCHOOL AQUATICS
1. P lease arrive early, allowing time to park, change into swimsuits and get to your Our small group lessons provide your child with the instruction and
lesson on time. inspiration needed to be comfortable and confident in the water. They
2. A ny child 3 years of age or older may use the locker room with a parent of learn to blow bubbles, submerge their face in the water, float while
the same gender, one of our two family changing rooms or our gender neutral supported, and basic water safety.
locker room.
3. Parents must remain on pool deck during the duration of their child’s PRESCHOOL LEVEL 1 (AGES: 3 – 5 YEARS)
swim lesson for children under 12 years. Seating is provided on deck. Participants are introduced to the aquatic environment and to mastering
(Please remember that a child under the age of 12 must always be in the the most fundamental skills. All skills are performed with instructor and/
presence of a parent while anywhere in the Ciccotti Center). or floatation assistance.
4. M
ake-up lessons are not guaranteed unless medical documentation is
provided or extenuating circumstances have occurred. PRESCHOOL LEVEL 2 (AGES: 3 – 5 YEARS)
•Exceptions might be made, but are limited based on class Participants begin to move through the water on their own and with
availability and enrollment numbers. assistance. Prerequisite: must be comfortable in the water on their front,
• If you need to schedule a make-up, please contact the back and with their face in the water.
Aquatics Manager
• If you attend a make-up lesson without having contacted PRESCHOOL LEVEL 3 (AGES: 3 – 5 YEARS)
Aquatics Management before, you may be asked to leave Participants continue to work on movement through the water with the
the class based on enrollment numbers and for the safety goal of moving a short distance on their front and back without assistance
of other children and the instructor. or floatation devices.
TO REGISTER
ALL program participants must complete the
registration form on PAGE 16 or register on our website!
11 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Aquatic Programs
YOUTH AQUATICS – LEARN TO SWIM
Our Learn-To-Swim program creates the perfect environment for school-age
children to develop their swimming skills. In order to register for levels 2-6,
parents must present their American Red Cross card proving successful
completion of the previous level. Otherwise, please contact our Aquatic
Department to set up an evaluation before registering your child.
Our American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim program is
comprised of six levels and covers the following skills:
• Water entry and exit • Swimming on front, back and side
• Breathing control • All 4 competitive strokes
• Underwater swimming • Changing direction / Turns
• Buoyancy • Water fitness
• Treading water • Water safety
LEVEL 1: INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS
Objective: To help students feel comfortable in the water and learn how to
safely enjoy the water. Lessons include basic water safety rules, using a life
jacket, submerging mouth, nose and eyes, swimming on front and back using
arm and leg actions, exhaling underwater and floating on front and back.
All skills are performed and taught with the assistance of their instructor.
LEVEL 2: FUNDAMENTAL AQUATIC SKILLS
Objective: To give students success with fundamental skills. Prerequisites
include ability to fully submerge face for a minimum of 3 seconds,
float on back and front with assistance, and demonstrate safe water/
pool entries and exits. Skills introduced include submerging entire
head, front and back glides, bobbing in water, treading water using arm
and leg motions, jellyfish float, swimming using combined strokes on
front and back, recognizing swimmers in distress and getting help.
LEVEL 3: STROKE DEVELOPMENT
Objective: To build on the fundamental skills (see Level 2) through
guided practice. Prerequisites include demonstrated ability to perform
unsupported 5-second float or glide on front and back, and independent
swimming on front and back for a minimum of 5 yards. Skills introduced
include reaching assists, swimming without assistance, front and back
crawl stroke, and rotary breathing in horizontal position, butterfly kick
and body motion, survival floats and retrieving underwater objects.
LEVEL 4: STROKE IMPROVEMENT
Objective: To develop confidence in the strokes learned and improve
other aquatic skills. Prerequisites include demonstrated ability to
perform the crawl stroke with rhythmic breathing for a minimum of
15 yards, back crawl for a minimum of 15 yards. Skills introduced
include breaststroke, elementary backstroke, butterfly, and sidestroke,
open turn on front and back and feet-first surface dive.
PRE-COMP: COMPETITIVE SWIMMING INTRODUCTION
Objective: To provide coordination and refinement of strokes.
Prerequisites include demonstrated ability to perform elementary
backstroke for 25 yards, sculling on back for 1 minute, front crawl with
rotary breathing for 25 yards, back crawl for 25 yards, breaststroke
25 yards, butterfly for 25 yards, scissors kick, and treading water for
1 minute. Skills introduced include front and backstroke flip turns,
sidestroke, tuck and pike surface dive and survival swimming.
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Class Schedules for 2020
Summer I & Summer II Sessions
Skill Evaluations Summer I: Skill Evaluations Summer II:
June 14, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM August 9, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
SUMMER I: June 21 – August 8 SUMMER II: August 16 – October 3
VIP Registration: June 7 – 13 VIP Registration: August 2 – 8
LESSONS HELD ONCE A WEEK FOR SEVEN WEEKS Registration: June 14 – 19 Registration: August 9 – 14
Session Fee: $80 Members, $130 Non-members
Late Registration Summer I: $110 Members, $160 Non-members (Enrollment June 20 and later) Please Note: VIP Registration only available for
Late Registration Summer II: $110 Members, $160 Non-members (Enrollment August 15 and later) participants enrolled in the previous session.
Parent and Tot (30 min) Mondays 5:00 PM
Wednesdays 10:15 AM
Saturdays 9:00 AM OR 10:00 AM
Sundays 9:00 AM OR 10:00 AM
Super Tot (30 min) Mondays 5:30 PM
Thursdays 10:15 AM
Saturdays 9:30 AM OR 10:30 AM
Sundays 9:30 AM OR 10:30 AM
Preschool Level 1 (30 min) Mondays 4:30 PM
Wednesdays 5:30 PM
Saturdays 9:00 AM OR 9:30 AM
Sundays 9:00 AM OR 9:30 AM
Preschool Level 2 (30 min) Wednesdays 4:30 PM
Saturdays 9:00 AM OR 9:30 AM
Sundays 9:00 AM OR 9:30 AM
Preschool Level 3 (30 min) Wednesdays 5:00 PM
Saturdays 9:00 AM OR 9:30 AM
Sundays 9:00 AM OR 9:30 AM
Level 1 (45 min) Mondays 4:30 PM OR 5:30 PM OR 6:30 PM
Wednesdays 4:30 PM OR 6:30 PM
Saturdays 10:00 AM OR 11:00 AM
Sundays 10:00 AM OR 11:00 AM
Level 2 (45 min) Mondays 4:30 PM OR 5:30 PM
Wednesdays 4:30 PM OR 5:30 PM
Thursdays 4:30 PM
Saturdays 10:00 AM OR 11:00 AM
Sundays 9:00 AM OR 10:00 AM
Level 3 (45 min) Mondays 4:30 PM OR 6:30 PM
Wednesdays 5:30 PM OR 6:30 PM
Thursdays 4:30 PM
Saturdays 9:00 AM OR 10:00 AM
Sundays 10:00 AM OR 11:00 AM
Level 4 (45 min) Mondays 5:30 PM
Wednesdays 5:30 PM
Saturdays 10:00 AM OR 11:00 AM
Sundays 10:00 AM OR 11:00 AM
Level 5/6 (45 min) Mondays 6:30 PM
Wednesdays 4:30 PM
Saturdays 11:00 AM
Sundays 11:00 AM
13 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Aquatic Programs
Adult Aquatics SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Semi-private lessons are for two individuals of similar ability. Both participants
CLASSES WILL BE HELD ONCE A WEEK FOR SEVEN WEEKS need to register together. These lessons are for children or adults. Lessons are
set up by appointment only. These lessons will be designed to fit the needs of the
NOTE: FOLLOW SESSION DATES AND TIMES ON PREVIOUS PAGE swimmers. After an initial evaluation, the swimmers and instructor will determine
what skills need to be covered. Please contact the Aquatics Department for more
information.
Ages: 14 years and older
30-MINUTE LESSONS
Lessons Members Non-members
ADULT SWIM LESSONS 3 $155 $170
These swim lessons are designed for adults. Participants will learn to feel safe 7 $295 $345
in and around the water and begin to learn how to swim. Students enrolled in 10 $380 $430
this class will learn confidence in the water, buoyancy, breathing control and 20 $705 $780
treading water, and introduction to stroke techniques. To determine what level PLEASE NOTE:
suits you best, please contact the Aquatics Department.
• All private swim packages expire one year from the date of purchase.
Beginner (45 min): Mondays at 7:30 PM OR Sundays at 10:00 AM • We require at least a 24 hour notice in advance of your appointment to
Intermediate (45 min): Wednesdays at 7:30 PM OR Sundays at 11:00 AM reschedule or cancel your session to avoid being charged.
Fee/Session: $80 Members, $130 Non-members • Training packages must be paid in full prior to the first training session.
• Please report to scheduled lesson on time and ready to swim.
Private Instruction • Regardless of arrival times, sessions will end at the scheduled time.
• All session packages are transferable, but non-refundable.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS • For semi-private lessons, both parties will be charged even if only one
These one-on-one lessons are for children or adults. Lessons are set up by participant attends.
appointment only. These lessons will be designed to fit the need of the swimmer.
After an initial evaluation, the swimmer and instructor will determine what
skills need to be covered. Please contact the Aquatics Department for more
information.
30-MINUTE LESSONS
Lessons Members Non-members
3 $95 $110
7 $195 $225
10 $255 $295
20 $480 $555
SPECIAL NEEDS PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
We are dedicated to working with a wide range of special needs individuals
to help them learn the skills needed in an aquatic environment. Our program
is focused on preparing participants to integrate into group lessons as well as
staying safe around water. Please contact the Aquatics Department with any
questions or to set up a lesson schedule.
30-MINUTE LESSONS
Lessons Members Non-members
3 $95 $110
7 $195 $225
10 $255 $295
20 $480 $555
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Certification Preparation Classes LIFEGUARD TRAINING REVIEW
This full-day re-certification course is for people who have or had a current
CPR & AED FOR PROFESSIONAL RESCUER Lifeguarding certificate within 30 days of this course, and wish to renew. It
includes a review of all lifeguard training components including in and out of
As an EMT, firefighter, athletic trainer, childcare provider or lifeguard it is your
water exercises as well as CPR/AED for the Lifeguard and First Aid.
duty to respond to cardiac or breathing emergencies until more advanced
medical personnel can take over. From assessing needs and making decisions,
to providing care, this program provides the skills you need through discussion, Dates/Times: Contact Aquatics Manager for course offerings
video and hands-on training based on real-life rescue scenarios. Course covers Fee/Day: $125 Members, $175 Non-members
adults, children and infants and includes free online refreshers. Classroom and
blended learning options available. Two-year certification. Digital certificate
available upon successful completion of course. Topics include:
• Primary assessment
• Ventilations, including use of CPR breathing barriers
• Choking (conscious and unconscious)
• CPR (one- and two-rescuer)
• Using an AED
• Optional training in use of epinephrine auto-injectors and
asthma inhalers available
Dates/Times: Contact Aquatics Manager for course offerings
(Course length approximately 4 – 5 hours)
Fee: $65 Members, $95 Non-members
LIFEGUARDING
Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to
aquatic emergencies both in a pool and at a waterfront environment. This course
prepares participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to prevent
drowning and injuries. Participants in this course will also learn CPR/AED for the
Professional Rescuer.
PREREQUISITES:
• Must be 15 years old by the end of the course.
• The participant will need to complete the following prior to
taking the course:
- Swim 550 yards continuously using either front crawl with rhythmic
breathing (face needs to be in the water unless breathing) OR
breaststroke with the proper timing and technique.
- Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke,
surface dive 7 to 10 feet, retrieve a 10 lb. object, return to surface and
swim 20 yards back to starting point holding object with both hands. All
must be done within 1 minute and 40 seconds.
- Swim 5 yards out from the side of the pool, submerge and retrieve three
dive rings (placed 5 yards apart in 4 to 7 feet of water), resurface and
swim 5 yards back to the side of the pool.
Dates/Times: Contact Aquatics Manager for course offerings
Fee: $300 Members, $360 Non-members
CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellation of enrollment due to failure of swim test
or for medical reasons accompanied by a doctor’s note after the start of class will
not be fully refunded due to the cost of the material. No refunds will be issued for
any other reason.
15 Community Program Guide Summer 2020Payment Options:
Check Credit Card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa) House Account
(Please make a check payable to Ciccotti Center.) Please call 518-867-8920 or visit the Ciccotti Center to Must be a Member with an
Mail to: Ciccotti Center Program Registration process your secure registration. Please complete and active house account.
30 Aviation Road, Albany, NY 12205 return Participant Release of Liability.
Please note a non-refundable deposit will apply (fee dependent upon the cost of the class not to exceed $50.00)
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NOTICE: Completing the form does not guarantee space until a payment is made.
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THE SAMMY NATHAN
Show your support! SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Colonie Youth Center, Inc. is honored to provide limited funding
for discounted membership and programming at the Rudy A. Ciccotti
Family Recreation Center. The Sammy Nathan Scholarship Fund is a
charitable gift given in memory of Sammy Nathan. The fund exists to
assist financially eligible families with membership and programming.
The fund was established by two Ciccotti members in memory of their
great-nephew Sammy. The couple espouse the importance of family,
health and wellness. Although their family was denied the joy of seeing
Sammy grow up and enjoy the Ciccotti Center with his brother, and now
sister, it brings them peace knowing that they are helping other children
enjoy swimming, sports, gym games, fitness activities and quality time
Whether you are a Ciccotti Center member, a user of CYC childcare with their families. Sammy’s family honors his life with this statement. “If a
scholarship to the Ciccotti Center can provide a child with a little bit of joy
services, or you have participated in one of many programs over the and laughter, it will be true to Sammy’s memory and our love for him.”
years, you are a part of the greater CYC family!! Please consider donating
so that those who cannot afford our services can participate too. To give to the Sammy Nathan Scholarship Fund, visit the Colonie
Youth Center website at colonieyouthcenter.org
SAVE TH E D ATE
THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2020 FROM 4 PM – 7 PM DRIVE-THRU AND ON-SITE DINING AVAILABLE
Sponsorships are available.
Great recognition for your company! SEPTEMBER 27, 2020
at CYC’s Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center
All proceeds benefit CYC’s scholarship assistance programs helping to provide Ciccotti
Center opportunities and school-age childcare programs to all families.
Sponsors and volunteers are needed! For sponsorship details or to sign up to volunteer, call 518-438-9596 or e-mail dcs@colonieyouthcenter.org. For more information, visit colonieyouthcenter.org.
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SCHOOL-AGE CHILDCARE | CICCOTTI CENTER
Dedicated to enhancing your quality of life. Meeting the needs of the greater Capital Region with:
• The Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center
15 Avis Drive, Latham, NY 12110. • Summer Day Camps
• Before-School and After-School programs
www.colonieyouthcenter.org
Ph: 518-438-9596 The mission of the Colonie Youth Center (CYC) is to provide a variety of
childcare, recreation and wellness services designed to enhance the
living experience for all people living in the greater Capital Region.
SCHOOL-AGE CHILDCARE PROGRAMS
Before & After-School Childcare • School Vacation Day Camps • Summer Camps COLONIE YOUTH CENTER (CYC)
The Colonie Youth Center’s School-Age Childcare BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
(SACC) Department operates several programs
located in the North and South Colonie School Michael P. Marohn, President
Districts. The School-Age Childcare Department Brian Schneider, Vice President
includes Before-School and After-School Programs, Michael McKenna, Treasurer
Vacation Camp Programs, and Summer Day Camps. Lonnie Clar, Secretary
Carl Stewart, Immediate Past President
EMPLOYMENT
Seasonal positions available. Please call today for immediate consideration! Jenna Bongermino
CYC is accepting employment applications for Dr. Gina Cosgrove
our School-Age Childcare Department! These Michael Durand
positions are available for the current school Christina Gorman
year. For more information contact April Castle, Steven Heider
School-Age Childcare Director or Marianne Nasso, Tara Moffett
Director of Human Resources at 518-438-9596. Rodger Wyland
Applications are available on the CYC website
or at our offices at 15 Avis Drive, Latham. Nikki A. Caruso MSW, Executive Director
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