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SUMMER 2019
Registration begins May 28th

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HOURS OF OPERATION                                        CHILD WATCH
                                                          Ages 6 weeks - 12 years
 Monday - Friday                  5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
                                                          Child Watch is a value added member benefit
 Saturday                           7:00 AM - 8:00 PM     and is included with the cost of Full Privilege
                                                          adult or family memberships. This service is
 Sunday                             8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
                                                          offered on-site with convenient drop-in hours
Jean West Pools at Baker Park:                            that vary by location. Hours are subject to
                                                          change around holidays. Registration is not
 Open May 27 - Sept. 2            11:00 AM - 8:00 PM      required and Child Watch is operated on a first
                                                          come, first served basis. This service is intended
                                                          to support parents while working out. Parents
HOLIDAY HOURS                                             must remain at the YMCA and are limited to two
 Memorial Day            May 27    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM      hours per day. Parents will be contacted to pick
                                                          up their child if there are any problems.
 Independence
                         July 4    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM      Summer Hours beginning June 10th:
 Day
 Labor Day        Sept. 2    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM             Monday - Thursday             8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
*Baker Park remains open during holidays.                  Friday                        8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
                                                           Saturday                      8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
SUMMER SESSION DATES                                       Sunday                        9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Summer (1) 8-week session:
June 24 - August 18
                                                          Child Watch will escort a child to and
Summer A/B (2) 4-week sessions:                           from a class during their time in Child
Summer A: June 24 - July 21                               Watch. Please confirm dates and times
                                                          with Kathy Hogga.
Summer B: July 22- August 18

Summer I - IV (4) 2-week sessions:
Summer I: June 24 - July 4 (prorated for July 4)          TABLE OF CONTENTS
Summer II: July 8 - July 18
Summer III: July 22 - August 1
                                                          YOUTH.............................. 4
Summer IV: August 5 - August 15                           TEENS............................. 14
Registration:
Family Member: May 28 - July 28
                                                          ADULTS........................... 16
Member: May 29 - July 28
Non-Member: June 3 - July 28
                                                          COMMUNITY.................... 23

HOW TO REGISTER
FOR PROGRAMS
•     Register for classes any time at
      philaymca.org.
•     Call 610-933-5861 during normal
      business hours.
•     Stop by the branch during normal
      business hours to register at the
      Welcome Center Desk.

    MEET OUR STAFF
    Deirdre Wood                        Deric Hafer                        Chad Seamon
    Executive Director                  Sports Director                    Teen and Camp Director
    ext. 2310                           ext. 2312                          ext. 2320
    Kim Acito                           Kelly Handy                        Julie Szerenyi
    Youth Program Director              Membership Director                Adv. Program Director, Camp &
    ext. 2311                           ext. 2370                          School Aged Childcare
                                                                           ext. 2339
    Emily Boring                        Ross Herman
    Aquatic Director                    Aquatic Director                   Jessica Vogt
    ext. 2365                           rherman@philaymca.org              Senior Program Director
                                                                           ext. 2340
    Becky Duncan                        Rebekah Heverly
    Program Director, Preschool         Gymnastics Coordinator             John Wisser
    ext. 2328                           ext. 2326                          Senior Membership and
                                                                           Wellness Director
    Sharon Engro                        Kathy Hogga
                                                                           ext. 2333
    Half Day Preschool/                 Child Watch Coordinator
    Nursery School Director             ext. 2359                          Anthony Addlesberger
    ext. 2319                                                              Competitive Aquatic Director
                                        Lisa McGregor
                                                                           anthony.addlesberger@philaymca.org
    Sara Guido                          Senior Program Director
    Adult Program Director              ext. 2330
    ext. 2323

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                                                      Swim-Parent/Child (24 months - 36 months)
  AQUATICS                                            Water Acclimation - Students develop comfort
                                                      with underwater exploration and learn to safely
                                                      exit in the event of falling into a body of water

                                                      Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
   AGE KEY:
                                                       Saturday                   11:20 AM – 11:50 AM
   Preschool: Ages 3-5
   School Age: Ages 6-12
   Teen/Adult: Ages 13+

                                                        *Thursday classes will be
SWIM STARTERS (30 minutes)                              prorated for July 4th
Develops water enrichment and aquatic
readiness in children. In the two stages that
make up this parent-child category, children
learn to be comfortable in the water. Swim            SWIM BASICS
Starters focuses on developing swim readiness         (Preschool 30 minutes)
skills through fun and confidence-building
                                                      (School Age/Teens/Adults 40 minutes)
experiences. Parents also learn essential skills in
                                                      Develops personal water safety and basic
Swim Starters. Parents learn how to supervise
                                                      swimming skills in students of all ages. In these
children in the water, how to prevent accidents
                                                      three stages, students develop a high level of
and how to plan for emergencies.
                                                      comfort in the water by practicing safe water
                                                      habits, engaging in underwater exploration, and
Swim-Parent/Child (6-18 months)                       learning how to swim to safety and exit if they
Water Discovery - Parents accompany children in       fall into a body of water. Group activities that
the water in this stage, which introduces infants     reinforce learning help students progress.
and toddlers to the aquatic environment through
exploration and encourages them to enjoy
themselves while learning about the water.
                                                      Swim Basics - Stage 1
                                                      Water Acclimation - Students develop comfort
Summer (1x week for 8 weeks)                          with underwater exploration and learn to safely
                                                      exit in the event of falling into a body of water.
 Saturday                       9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
                              10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
                                                       Preschool
 Sunday                           4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
                                  5:10 PM – 5:40 PM   Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)

Summer A - (2x/week for 4 weeks)                       Monday                      9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
                                                                                 10:20 AM – 10:50 AM
 Saturday                        9:35 AM – 10:10 AM                                4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
                                10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Family Members: $28                                    Tuesday                     9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Members: $56                                                                     10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
Non-Members: $112                                                                  4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
                                                       Wednesday                 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Swim-Parent/Child (18 months - 3 years)                                            4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Water Exploration - Parents work with their
children in the water to explore body positions,       Thursday                     9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
floating, blowing bubbles and fundamental                                           5:10 PM – 5:40 PM
safety and aquatic skills.                                                          7:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Summer (1x week for 8 weeks)                           Saturday                   9:35 AM – 10:05 AM
 Saturday                      9:35 AM – 10:10 AM                                10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
                              10:45 AM – 11:15 AM      Sunday                    11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
                              11:20 AM – 11:50 AM                                  4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
 Saturday                         4:35 PM – 5:05 PM   Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
                                  5:45 PM – 6:15 PM
                                                       Monday/Wednesday              4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Summer B - (1x/week for 8 weeks)                       Tuesday/Thursday           11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
 Saturday                         9:00 AM – 9:30 AM   Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)
                                10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
                                                       M/Tu/W/Th                   9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Family Members: $28
                                                                                 10:20 AM – 10:50 AM
Members: $56
                                                                                   4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Non-Members: $112
                                                                                   5:50 PM – 6:20 AM
                                                      Members: $62
                                                      Non-Members: $124

View current schedules online: philaymca.org                                                               3
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    School Age                                      School Age

Summer (1x week for 8 weeks)                       Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)
    Monday                     7:00 PM – 7:40 PM    Monday                     6:10 PM – 6:50 PM

    Wednesday                  4:30 PM – 5:10 PM    Thursday                   4:45 PM – 5:25 PM

    Saturday                   9:00 AM – 9:40 AM    Saturday                 10:00 AM – 11:10 AM

    Sunday                   11:00 AM – 11:40 PM    Sunday                   11:50 AM – 12:30 AM

                                                   Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)
                                                    Monday/Wednesday         11:25 AM – 12:05 PM
    M/Tu/W/Th                  9:00 AM – 9:40 AM
                               6:10 pm - 6:50 pm   Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)
Members: $70                                        M/Tu/W/Th                  4:30 PM – 5:10 PM
Non-Members: $140
                                                   Members: $70
                                                   Non-Members: $140
    Teen/Adult

Summer (1x week for 8 weeks)                        Teen/Adult
    Tuesday                    7:30 PM – 8:10 PM
                                                   Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)
    Wednesday                  5:50 PM – 6:30 PM    Tuesday                    6:40 PM - 7:20 PM
Members: $70                                                                   7:30 PM – 8:10 PM
Non-Members: $140                                   Wednesday                  5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
                                                                               6:40 PM – 7:20 PM
Swim Basics - Stage 2
Water Movement - Students focus on body            Members: $70
position and control, directional change and       Non-Members: $140
forward movement in the water while continuing
to practice how to safely exit in the event of
falling into a body of water.                      Swim Basics - Stage 3
                                                   Water Stamina - Students learn how to swim to
    Preschool                                      safety from a longer distance than in previous
                                                   stages in the event of falling into a body of
Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)                       water. This stage also introduces rhythmic
                                                   breathing and integrated arm and leg action.
    Monday                  9:40 AM – 10:10 AM
                           11:00 am - 11:40 am      Preschool
                             6:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    Tuesday                11:00 AM – 11:30 AM     Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)
                             6:30 PM – 7:00 PM      Monday                    5:10 PM – 5:40 PM
    Wednesday              10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
                             6:30 PM – 7:00 PM      Tuesday                 9:40 AM – 10:10 AM
    Thursday               10:45 AM – 11:15 AM                               5:50 PM – 6:20 PM
                             5:50 PM – 6:20 PM      Wednesday               9:35 AM – 10:05 AM
    Saturday                 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM                               5:10 PM – 5:40 PM
                           11:20 AM – 11:50 AM      Thursday                9:35 AM – 10:05 AM
    Sunday                  11:40 AM - 12:10 PM                              5:40 PM – 6:10 PM
                              5:45 PM – 6:15 PM     Saturday               10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
    Monday/Wednesday           5:05 PM – 5:35 PM    Sunday                  12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
                               6:50 PM – 7:20 PM                              5:10 PM – 5:40 PM
    Tuesday/Thursday         10:10 AM – 10:40 AM   Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)                   Monday/Wednesday           5:10 PM – 5:40 PM
    M/Tu/W/Th                9:40 AM – 10:10 AM     Tuesday/Thursday          9:40 AM – 10:10 AM
                            11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
                              4:30 PM – 5:00 PM    Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)
                              6:50 PM – 7:30 PM     M/Tu/W/Th               10:40 AM – 11:10 AM
Members: $62                                                                  5:10 PM – 5:40 PM
Non-Members: $124                                  Members: $62
                                                   Non-Members: $124

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 School Age                                               Preschool

Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)                             Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)
 Monday                              5:20 PM – 5:50 PM   Monday                 5:50 PM – 6:20 PM
 Tuesday                             4:30 PM – 5:10 PM   Tuesday                5:10 PM – 5:40 PM
 Wednesday                           6:00 PM – 6:40 PM   Wednesday              9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
                                                                                5:50 PM – 6:20 PM
 Saturday                          9:45 AM – 10:25 AM
                                                         Saturday             11:20 AM – 12:00 PM
                                  11:20 AM – 12:00 PM
 Sunday                              12:40PM - 1:20 PM   Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
                                     5:30 PM – 6:10 PM   Monday/Wednesday       5:50 PM – 6:20 PM
                                                         Tuesday/Thursday       9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
                                                         Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)
 Monday/Wednesday                10:40 AM – 11:20 AM
                                                         M/Tu/W/Th            11:20 AM – 11:50 PM
 Tuesday/Thursday                    5:00 PM – 5:40 PM
Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)                        Members: $62
                                                         Non-Members: $124
 M/Tu/W/Th                        4:30 PM – 5:10 PMM
                                   7:00 PM – 7:40 PM
                                                          School Age
Members: $70
Non-Members: $140
                                                         Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)
                                                         Monday                 4:30 PM – 5:10 PM
 Teen/Adult
                                                         Tuesday                5:20 PM – 6:00 PM
Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)
                                                         Wednesday              7:00 PM – 7:40 PM
 Tuesday                             6:40 PM - 7:20 PM   Thursday               5:20 PM – 6:00 PM

 Wednesday                          6:40 PM – 7:20 PM    Saturday               9:00 AM – 9:40 AM
                                                                               9:45 AM – 10:25 AM
                                                                              10:30 AM – 11:10 AM
Members: $70
Non-Members: $140                                        Sunday                 4:00 PM – 4:40 PM

SWIM STROKES                                             Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
(Preschool 30 minutes)                                   Monday/Wednesday      9:50 AM – 10:30 AM
(School Age/Teens/Adults 40 minutes)
                                                         Tuesday/Thursday       5:20 PM – 6:00 PM
Introduces and refines stroke technique in older
students. In these three stages, having mastered         Summer I-IV (4x/week for 2 weeks)
the fundamentals, students learn additional              M/Tu/W/Th             9:50 AM – 10:30 AM
water safety skills and build stroke technique,
developing skills that prevent chronic disease,          Members: $70
increase social-emotional and cognitive well-            Non-Members: $140
being and foster a lifetime of physical activity.

Swim Strokes - Stage 4                                    Teen/Adult
Stroke Introduction - Students develop stroke
technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn        Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)
the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water          Tuesday                5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
safety is reinforced through treading water and
elementary backstroke.                                   Wednesday              7:30 PM – 8:10 PM

                                                         Members: $70
                                                         Non-Members: $140

View current schedules online: philaymca.org                                                    5
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Swim Strokes - Stage 5                              PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Stroke Development - Students work on stroke        Private lessons are for all ages and swimming
technique and learn all major competitive           ability. Individual lessons are scheduled with an
strokes. The emphasis on water safety continues     instructor and participant. Learn the basics of
through treading water and sidestroke.              swimming, refine current skills or perfect your
                                                    stroke mechanics. Private lessons are scheduled in
                                                    30 minute increments. Questions can be directed to
    School Age
                                                    Ross Herman at rherman@philaymca.org
Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)                        Private Swim Lessons (5-Lesson Package):
                                                    Members: $150 ($30/person per ½ hour)
 Tuesday                     6:00 PM – 6:40 PM
                                                    Non-Members: $300 ($60/person per ½ hour)
 Wednesday                   5:10 PM – 5:50 PM
                                                    Semi-Private Swim Lessons
 Thursday                    6:00 PM – 6:40 PM      (5-Lesson Package):
                                                    Members: $100 ($20/person per ½ hour)
 Saturday                   9:00 AM – 9:40 AM       Non-Members: $200 ($40/person per ½ hour)
                          10:30 AM – 11:10 AM
                                                    Fee applies to each person registered.
 Sunday                      4:45 PM – 5:25 PM
                                                    PRE-COMPETITIVE
Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)                  SWIM LESSONS (Ages 6 – 12)
                                                    For those children who have taken the
 Monday/Wednesday             9:00 AM – 9:40 AM     Pre-Competitive Swim Lessons, we recommend
                              6:10 PM – 6:50 PM     you consider participation on the Baker Park
                                                    Swim Team. For more importation about the
Members: $70                                        team, please visit: www.payswim.org. Summer
Non-Members: $140                                   swim team evaluations are taking place during
                                                    May. If you have questions about your child’s
    Teen/Adult                                      readiness for Baker Park Swim Team, please
                                                    reach out to Coach Anthony Addlesberger:
Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)                        anthony.addlesberger@philaymca.org or
 Tuesday                      5:50 PM - 6:30 PM     Ross Herman: rherman@philaymca.org

 Wednesday                    7:30 PM – 8:10 PM
                                                    COMPETITIVE
Members: $70                                        SWIM TEAM PROGRAM
Non-Members: $140                                   The Phoenixville YMCA offers a winter swim team
                                                    that participates in the YMCA PennDel League
                                                    and a summer swim team that participates in
Swim Strokes - Stage 6                              the Tri-County Swim League. Our winter league
Stroke Mechanics - Students refine stroke           season runs from October through February,
technique on all major competitive strokes, learn   with the opportunity for extended training for
about competitive swimming, and discover how        those who qualify for district, state and national
to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle.   championships. Additional fees may apply to
                                                    extended-season training. All ages of swimmers
    School Age                                      from absolute beginners to national qualifiers
                                                    participate in both dual league meets and
Summer (1x/week for 8 weeks)                        invitational meets throughout the season. It offers a
                                                    fun atmosphere for both kids and parents to learn a
 Tuesday                     7:00 PM – 7:40 PM
                                                    life skill and test them against other swimmers from
 Thursday                    7:00 PM – 7:40 PM      the area. USA Swimming is also offered for those
                                                    registered.
 Saturday                  9:45 AM – 10:25 AM
                          11:20 AM – 12:00 PM
 Sunday                      5:30 PM – 6:10 PM      For more information, visit www.payswim.org
                                                    or contact Head Coach Anthony Addlesberger:
                                                    anthony.addlesberger@philaymca.org
Summer A/B - (2x/week for 4 weeks)
 Tuesday/Thursday             7:00 PM – 7:40 PM

Members: $65
Non-Members: $130

    Teen/Adult

 Tuesday                      5:50 PM – 6:30 PM
 Wednesday                    7:30 PM – 8:10 PM

Members: $70
Non-Members: $140

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Baker Park Swim Team (Ages 6-18)                     Summer (4x per week for 2 weeks)
Full Privilege Members Only                          July 15th through July 26th
Baker Park summer season runs for seven              (Ages 7+)
weeks, from May 29th through July 25th. There
are seven summer dual meets which are held on         M/Tu/W/Th                  6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday and Thursday evenings, two invitational      Members: $135
weekend meets in June and July, and one-day          Non Members: $270
Tri-County League Championship sessions. We
kick off the season by hosting our own “Out of
                                                     Intermediate
                                                     Swimmers will learn basic moves set to music
School and Into the Pool Baker Park Invitational”.
                                                     and will have the opportunity to compete in the
                                                     Keystone State Games Saturday July 29th, 2017.
Baker Park Team fees include a Parents Aquatic
                                                     Summer (1x per week for 6 weeks)
Club registration fee, as well as a single season
                                                     June 17th through August 1st
fee based on level of the swimmer. For more
information on pricing, levels, practice times and   (Ages 6+)
meet schedule, please visit the team’s website:       Monday                     6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
www.payswim.org or contact Coach Ryan
Kennedy at rkennedy@philaymca.org. Welcome            Wednesday                6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Center is now accepting registrations.               Full Privilege Members: $119
                                                     Program Members: $238
GET READY FOR FALL –
                                                     Summer (4x per week for 2 weeks)
SWIM EVALUATIONS!                                    July 15th through July 26th
If you are not already a member of the Baker
Park or PAY Swim Team and are interested             (Ages 7+)
in joining the Phoenixville YMCA Swim Team,           M/Tu/W/Th                  6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Coach Anthony Addlesberger and his staff will        Members: $135
be conducting evaluations over the summer to         Non Members: $270
determine a child’s readiness for each program.
Evaluations are free and open to the community.
Participation in clinic and swim team requires a     SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING TEAM
YMCA membership. Specific August evaluation          This year-round program combines swimming
dates will be available after July 25th. Please      with music, gymnastics and ballet in the water.
visit the swim team website, www.payswim.org,        Must have previous Synchro experience.
to learn more about the program.
                                                     Members: $130/month
SYNCHONIZED SWIMMING LESSONS                         For more information about the
Our Synchronized Swimming Lessons are                Synchronized Swimming program, contact
designed to give you a feel for the sport. Lessons   Jennifer Hatt: jhatt@philaymca.org.
offer individual attention to the basic skills to
help the children develop a good skill base for
growth. Our beginner lessons are for anyone who
has never done synchro before. Intermediate            ARTS &
lessons are for those that may have tried them in
the past or have had previous swimming team,           HUMANITIES
dance or gymnastics backgrounds. Jumping to
Intermediate requires a meeting with the coach,
Questions can be directed to the coach, Jennifer     Art Education – Youth (Ages 6-10)
Hatt at jhatt@philaymca.org. Note: Schedule          Allow your child to experiment with shapes,
is subject to change and will be updated, as         lines, space and colors. Fine motor and creative
needed, prior to registration beginning              thinking skills will be enhanced while the children
                                                     learn about different art techniques.
                                                      Friday                     10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Beginner
Beginner lessons concentrate on flexibility,
                                                     Family Members: $26
swimming skills and synchronized swimming
                                                     Members: $52
moves. Intermediates build on the beginner
                                                     Non-Members: $104
moves and learn more challenging moves.
Summer (1x week for 7 weeks)
June 17th through August 1st                         Arts & Crafts - Parent/Child (Ages 2-4)
(Ages 4-7)                                           In this parent participation class, students will use
                                                     different types of materials to make art projects
 Monday                          6:00 PM – 7:30 PM   to take home. Please bring a smock or wear old
(Ages 7+)                                            clothes; this class may be messy!

 Wednesday                       6:00 PM – 7:30 PM    Monday                     10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
                                                     Family Members: $26
Members: $119
                                                     Members: $52
Non Members: $ 238                                   Non-Members: $104

View current schedules online: philaymca.org                                                             7
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Arts & Crafts – Preschool (Ages 3-5)                                      Family/Full
Each week your child will create a masterspiece       Sessions             Privilege    Non-Members
through a combination of shapes, lines and                                 Members
colors. Your preschooler will expand their
creative thinking while improving their fine motor    1 session              $15             $30
skills. Please have your child bring a smock or       5 sessions             $70             $140
wear old clothes.
                                                      10 sessions            $130            $260
 Tuesday                      3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
 Thursday                   9:30 AM - 10:15 AM       Education – Pre-School Prep
Family Members: $26                                  (Ages 2-1/2 – 4)
Members: $52                                         Get your soon-to-be preschooler ready with this
Non-Members: $104                                    education class featuring circle time, weather/
                                                     calendar, letters, numbers, and colors.
Arts & Crafts - Play Dough (Ages 3-5)                 Wednesday                    9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Children will use their imagination to make dough    Family Members: $26
creations that correspond with the theme of the      Members: $52
day! Your child will develop fine motor skills,      Non-Members: $104
hand-eye coordination, teamwork and creativity.
 Thursday                  10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
                                                     Education - Science - Youth
Family Members: Free                                 Take a closer look at the world that surrounds you
Members: Free                                        by participating in hands-on experiments. Topics
Arts & Sciences– Preschool (Ages 3-5)                will include volcanoes, space, weather and fossils.
Let your child explore the world of science          (Ages 6-8)
through arts. We will get messy and have fun as       Monday                       9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
we make artistic creations while experimenting
with science concepts at the same time. Please        Wednesday                     6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
bring a smock or wear old clothes.                   Family Members: $26
                                                     Members: $52
 Monday                    10:30 AM - 11:15 AM       Non-Members: $104
Family Members: $26
Members: $52
                                                     Guitar Instructional (Ages 7+)
Non-Members: $104
                                                     Individual Instructional Guitar lessons. Want
Chess Class (Ages 8-12)                              to learn to be a real guitar hero? Start with
Learn the fundamentals and strategy of chess.        the basics, step into chords and soon you’ll be
This class gives youth the chance to exercise        jammin’. All classes are 30 minutes and are
their mental skills while having fun and             offered Monday through Sunday at varying
competing with their peers.                          times between the hours of 9:00 AM and 7:30
                                                     PM. Specific times can be found online or at the
 Sunday                      9:00 AM – 9:45 AM       Welcome Center prior to registration. Please
Family Members: $26                                  direct all questions to Kim Acito at ext. 2311.
Members: $52                                         Full Privilege Members: $65
Non-Members: $104                                    Non-Members: $130

Cooking – Preschool (Ages 3-6)                       Music – Parent/Child (Ages 1-3)
Hands-on food preparation teaches healthy            Children will explore musical concepts through
eating, basic cooking terms, sharing and             song, dance and creative movement. Children
teamwork. Please inform Program Director of          will try out different musical instruments and
allergies prior to the start of the session.         make their own individual songs.
 Wednesday                    4:30 PM - 5:15 PM       Tuesday                      9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
 Friday                     9:30 AM – 10:15 AM       Family Members: $22
                                                     Members: $44
Family Members: $34
                                                     Non-Members: $88
Members: $68
Non-Members: $136
                                                     Music - Preschool (Ages 3-5)
                                                     Children will explore musical concepts through
Education – Academic                                 song, dance and creative movement. Children
1-on-1 Tutoring (Ages 7+)                            will try out different musical instruments and
Working with one of our Pennsylvania Certified
                                                     make their own individual songs.
Teachers can help you plan your approach to
accomplishing your goals. Are you getting your        Tuesday                   10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
child ready for a test? Do they need help with       Family Members: $22
a specific concept? Do they need a little extra      Members: $44
explanation or assistance in a subject? Our          Non-Members: $88
teachers are prepared to help in any way they
can be developing a one-on-one tutoring plan
designed around your child’s needs. Tutoring
packages are purchased by the number of
sessions you need, and arranged on an individual
basis with the tutor. All sessions are 30 minutes.
For more information, contact Kim Acito at
ext. 2311.
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Piano Instructional (Ages 5 & up)
Come learn something new…open for all beginning
to early-advanced piano students. Lessons cover           GYMNASTICS
performance, technique, and music theory, as
well as various musical styles. All lessons are
tailored to each student’s individual needs and
goals. Classes are held in the Intergenerational        GYMNASTICS CLINIC                       (Ages 4-7)
Room. All classes are 30 minutes. Please direct         Children will participate in 3 hours of activity
all questions to Kim Acito at ext. 2311.                in our gymnastics facility each day. They will
Members: $96                                            navigate through 3-4 stations daily, play games,
Non-Members: $192                                       and do Arts & Crafts! Participants must be potty-
                                                        trained
                                                        Monday, June 17 - Friday, June 21
    *Wednesday classes will be                           Mon - Fri                    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
      prorated for July 4th.                                                           1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
                                                        Monday, August 12 - Friday, August 16
                                                         Mon - Fri                 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
                                                                                     1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    DANCE                                               Full Privilege Members: $100
                                                        Program Members: $200

Phoenixville YMCA offers dance instructional            Gymnastics - Parent/Child
classes that incorporate the basic elements and         This parent participation program introduces
technique for various styles and levels of dance.       balancing, tumbling, hanging and agility skills
                                                        in a fun, open environment. Short structured
                                                        experiences mixed with free play and choice.
Dance Ballet - Preschool (Ages 3-5)                     (Ages 1-2)
An introduction to basic ballet technique will be
taught in this class and will allow young dancers        Tuesday*                      9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
to explore movement. It encourages children to          (Ages 2-3)
develop motor skills, a gility, coordination and
flexibility.                                             Tuesday*                  10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
 Tuesday                         10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Family Members: $22
                                   1:00 PM - 1:45 PM    Full Privilege Members: $44
                                                        Program Members: $88
 Saturday                          9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
                                 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Gymnastics - Preschool
Family Members: $34                                     Incorporates the basic principles of balance,
Members: $68                                            strength and flexibility to develop gymnastics
Non-Members: $136                                       skills. We use age-appropriate equipment to
                                                        ensure the safest and most effective learning
Dance Ballet - Youth (Ages 5-8)                         environment. Participants must be potty- trained
Dancers will learn fundamental ballet technique         (Ages 3-4)
with emphasis on proper placement and align-             Tuesday                   11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
ment while developing rhythm, coordination and                                       4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
creativity.
                                                         Wednesday                     6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
 Saturday                        10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
                                                         Thursday                     9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Family Members: $36
                                                                                       5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
Members: $72
Non-Members: $144

                                                        (Ages 4-5)
  HEALTH & WELLNESS                                      Monday                        6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
                                                         Tuesday                   12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
                                                                                     4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
Youth Strength Training (I A) (Ages 10-12)
This program will demonstrate proper technique           Thursday                   10:15 AM -11:00 AM
and will train you on a variety of strength                                           5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
training methods. You will gain strength and            Family Members: $40
confidence. Only one class per person per               Full Privilege Members: $80
program session.                                        Program Members: $160
 Tuesday                            5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
                                    6:00 PM – 6:30 PM   *No class on Thursday July 4th (holiday);
 Wednesday                          5:30 PM – 6:00 PM   no Tuesday AM class on July 16th or
                                    6:00 PM – 6:30 PM   August 13th due to Mini-Clinics. Classes
                                                        will be prorated for registration.
 Thursday                           5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
                                    6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Family Members: $30
Members: $30

View current schedules online: philaymca.org                                                               9
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Gymnastics - Youth
For beginners with no experience, intermediates
familiar with basic gymnastic skills and advanced      MARTIAL ARTS
children mastering more difficult skills. Learn
conditioning and flexibility techniques and          Tang Soo Do (Ages 6 & up)
instruction on bars, balance beam, floor and         Traditional Korean Martial Art promotes self-
vault.                                               defense, fitness, discipline and develops
(Ages 5½-8)                                          character, mental strength and respect for
 Tuesday                       5:15 PM - 6:15 PM     others. Great for parents and children to do
                               6:30 PM - 7:30 PM     together. All classes are taught by World Tang
                                                     Soo Do certified Black Belt instructors.
 Wednesday                     7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
                                                      Tues. & Thurs.              7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
 Thursday                     11:15 AM-12:15 PM
                               4:15 PM - 5:15 PM     Family, Youth & Adult Members: $75/month
                                                     Youth Non-Members: $100/month
(Ages 8+)
                                                     Family Discount: First additional family member
 Tuesday                       6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
                                                     receives $10 off. Second additional family
 Wednesday                     7:15 PM - 8:15 PM     member receives $15 off. Family members must
                                                     register together.
 Thursday                      4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Family Members: $40
Full Privilege Members: $80
Program Members: $160
                                                       INSTRUCTIONAL
                                                       SPORTS
GYMNASTICS TEAMS                                     Agility - Youth (Ages 6-10)
The Phoenixville Y Gymnastics Team offers USAG
competitive Levels 3-9 and Xcel Gold. The team       The class will enhance athlete’s speed and agility
competes locally through the EPYGGL league and       to better prepare them for various sports. Class
nationally through the Y of the USA; select levels   will consist of conditioning, cardio, and drills for
also attend several USAG sanctioned meets            participants.
throughout the season.                                Wednesday                   4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
The team practices year-round from September         Family Members: Free
to the following August. All team participants       Members: Free
are selected from our class program or by
an evaluation—you must be a Full-Privileged          Archery - Youth/Teen
Member to participate. For more information,         Introduction to Archery and the skills required to
please contact Rebekah Heverly at (610) 933-         join a team. Participants will learn fundamentals,
5861 ext. 2326.                                      rules and good sportsmanship,
                                                     all while having fun.
Gymnastics Team - Level 3                            (Ages 5-8)
 Practice 2 days per week, approx. 4hrs/wk            Saturday                  9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Family/Full Privilege Members: $100/Month                                      10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
                                                     (Ages 9-12)
Gymnastics Team - Level 4                             Saturday                 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
 Practice 3 days per week, approx. 6hrs/wk           (Ages 13+)
Family/Full Privilege Members: $115/Month             Saturday                  12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
                                                     Family Members: $42
Gymnastics Team - Level Xcel Gold
                                                     Members: $84
 Practice 2 days per week, approx. 6 hrs/wk          Non-Members: $168
Family/Full Privilege Members: $115/Month            Intermediate/Advanced Archery
                                                     In addition to traditional target practice, this
Gymnastics Team - Level 5                            class will add skilled assessments that are used
                                                     in competition. The program will include flu,
 Practice 3 days per week approx. 6hrs/wk.
                                                     clout and distance shooting into the weekly
Family/Full Privilege Members: $115/Month            curriculum. Participants must have prior archery
                                                     experience; no other skill level is required.
Gymnastics Team - Levels 6+
 Practice 3 days per week, approx. 9hrs/wk.          (Ages 5-8)

Family/Full Privilege Members: $130/Month             Sunday                   10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
                                                     (Ages 9-12)
                                                      Sunday                   11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
                                                     (Ages 13+)
                                                      Sunday                    12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
                                                     Family Members: $42
                                                     Members: $84
                                                     Non-Members: $168

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Badminton - Youth/Teen (Ages 10-16)                   Kickball/Dodgeball (Ages 6-9)
This program is designed to provide physical          This program is designed to provide physical
activity, exercise and fun while enforcing            activity, exercise and fun while enforcing
important values such as sportsmanship,               important values such as sportsmanship,
teamwork, confidence and self-esteem. Bring           teamwork, confidence, and self-esteem. Class
your own racket. Open play only in Summer.            will be outside.
Beginner
                                                       Thursday                  5:15 PM – 6:00 PM
 Sunday                           4:00 PM - 5:00 PM   Family Members: $26
Family Members: Free                                  Members: $52
Members: Free                                         Non-Members: $104
Intermediate/Advanced                                 Soccer - Preschool/Youth
 Sunday                           5:00 PM - 6:00 PM   This class will teach the fundamentals and
                                                      rules of soccer, and assist in developing sports-
Family Members: Free                                  manship. Emphasis is on skill development,
Members: Free      Basketball - Preschool/            fun and participation.
                                                      (Ages 3-5)
Youth
This class will teach the fundamentals and rules       Thursday                 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
of basketball and assist in developing teamwork       (Ages 4-6)
and sportsmanship. Emphasis is on skill
development, fun and participation.                    Wednesday                12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
(Ages 3-6)
                                                      (Ages 6-9)
 Monday                           5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
                                                       Thursday                   6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
 Thursday                       12:15 PM - 1:00 PM    Family Members: $26
                                                      Members: $52
                                                      Non-Members: $104
Basketball
Beginner Basketball                                   Sports Introduction – Parent/Child
                                                      Children are introduced to a variety of
(Ages 7-10)
                                                      different sports and games. This is a great
 Saturday                        9:00 AM - 9:55 AM    way to get your child excited about playing
                                                      sports while building self-esteem and improving
Advanced Basketball                                   coordination and motor skills. Parent
(Ages 7-10)                                           participation is encouraged.
 Saturday                     10:00 AM - 10:55 AM     (Ages 2-3)
                                                       Monday                   9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Intermediate/Advanced Basketball
                                                      Family Members: Free
 Saturday                     11:00 AM - 11:55 AM     Members: Free
Family Members: $22
Members: $44
Non-Members: $88                                      Sports Introduction – Preschool
                                                      Children are introduced to a variety of
                                                      different sports and games. This is a great way
Flag Football - Preschool/Youth                       to get your child excited about playing sports
This class will teach the fundamentals of             while building self-esteem and improving
flag football while developing teamwork               coordination and motor skills.
and sportsmanship. Emphasis is on skill               (Ages 3-6)
development, fun and participation.
(Ages 4-6) Class will be outside.                      Tuesday                   5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

 Thursday                      4:30 PM – 5:15 PM       Wednesday                9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Family Members: $26
Members: $52                                          Family Members: $26
Non-Members: $104                                     Members: $52
                                                      Non-Members: $104
Hockey – Preschool/Youth (Ages 4-6)
This class will teach the fundamentals and rules      T-Ball – Preschool (Ages 3-6)
of hockey and assist in developing teamwork and       Participants will learn the fundamentals and rules
sportsmanship. Emphasis is on skill development,      of T-Ball while developing good teamwork and
fun and participation.                                sportsmanship. Emphasis is on skill develop-
                                                      ment, fun and participation.
 Thursday                         1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Family Members: Free                                   Tuesday                  12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Members: Free                                         Family Members: $26
                                                      Members: $52
                                                      Non-Members: $104

View current schedules online: philaymca.org                                                            11
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                                                         Adult Co-Ed Volleyball
     SPORTS LEAGUES                                      Adult Co-Ed volleyball leagues provide
                                                         recreational/competitive play for BB/B/C level
                                                         teams. League participation features one
                                                         practice/10-game schedule (5 game sets) and
YMCA Youth Sports Leagues provide positive               post-season tournaments by divisions. Games
sports experiences that focus on competitive             are USVBA-officiated. Fall League begin in
play, sportsmanship, and skill development.              September; Winter League begins January 7th.
Players receive individual attention geared              For more information, contact Deric Hafer at
toward improvement of skills and game                    deric.hafer@philaymca.org.
knowledge. All participants will receive equal
playing time.                                             Sunday                       5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
                                                         Members/Non-Members: $525 per team
 Sports Leagues – 8 week season
 Games played on Saturday and practices
 are held one night per week, unless
 otherwise indicated.
                                                           BIRTHDAY PARTIES
SUMMER 2019
Registration: May 13 - June 10                           Looking to host a birthday party, baby shower or
Start Date: June 24                                      pool party?
 Basketball         Tues. & Thurs.       4 - 10 years    Whatever your need, we are here to help plan
                                                         the event of your dreams.
Girls Volleyball (Ages 8-16)                             Offering options such as gymnastics, sports,
The Phoenixville YMCA Girls Volleyball Program           aquatics, fitness or craft themes, your party is
provides a positive sports experience that               limited only by your imagination.
focuses on fun, friendship, sportsmanship and            Contact 610-933-5865to start planning your next
skill development. Players receive individual            event at the Y.
attention geared toward improving player skills
and understanding of the game.
Summer 2019
 Registration Dates                  April 28 - June 9     ABILITY PROGRAMS
 Start Date                          Monday, June 24
                                                         Ability - Aquatic Parent/Child (Ages 4-8)
FALL 2019                                                Help develop your child’s ability to swim, as well
                                                         as strengthen their muscles. Class is held in
Registration: July 29 – August 19
Start Date: September 3                                  our warm water pool. If interested in this class
                                                         for your child, e-mail Ross Herman: rherman@
 Soccer                                   3 - 11 yrs.    philaymca.org
 Girls Volleyball                        10 - 18 yrs.
                                                         Abilities Parent Support Group
 T-Ball                                     4 - 5 yrs.   Please join us for our monthly meetings of
                                                         the Phoenixville YMCA Parent Support Group.
 Baseball Coach                             6 -7 yrs.    Our goal is to provide a safe and positive
 Pitch                                                   environment for parents to share their thoughts
                                                         and concerns about raising a child with special
WINTER 2020                                              needs. We hope to create an environment of
Registration: October 7 – November 4                     positive cooperative support where individuals
Start Date: November 25                                  will encourage each other, share resources, and
                                                         create a sense of community. Parent Support
 Basketball                              4 - 18 years    Group meets the fourth Monday of every month.

Fall 2019                                                Members with a disability are encouraged
                                                         to participate in all classes that the YMCA
 Registration Dates            July 29 – August 19       has to offer.
 Start Date                  Sunday, September 8         If you have a disability and are in need of
                                                         support or have questions about the Parent
League Registration Forms are available online           Support Group Schedule, please contact Jessica
or at the Welcome Center.                                Vogt at ext. 2340.

Family Members: $30
Members: $60
Non-Members: $120
Phoenixville YMCA Sports
Deric Hafer, Sports Director
484-921-5851
deric.hafer@philaymca.org

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                                                      Half Day Preschool (2-5 years)
  CHILD CARE                                          Celebrating 50 years of Wooden Shoe Preschool.
                                                      This is more than a play group; this is your
                                                      child’s first experience away from parents
                                                      or guardians. Children are introduced to the
A YMCA Membership is required to participate in       wonderful world of colors, shapes, songs, music,
Child Care programs.                                  movement, friendship, social skills and more.
                   The Phoenixville YMCA offers a     The children will also learn the fundamentals
                   complete state licensed early      of reading and writing, and STEM (Science,
                   learning center ranked at          Technology, Engineering, Math).
                   4 Stars for Keystone Stars.        With degreed staff, we encourage pro-social
                                                      behavior and provide opportunities to increase
Keystone Stars encourages and supports programs       self-care skills.
to develop and sustain higher levels of quality,       •     2, 3 and 5 day options; 3 hour classes
in order to strengthen outcomes for children and             for children
families and improve school readiness. Phoenixville    •     Swim Lessons are available with some
Y is a Pre-K Counts Facility. Please visit www.              options
papromiseforchildren.org for more information.         •     Ages 2 to 5 runs from September to May.
                                                       •     Extended Care available as early as 8:30
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS                                     •
                                                             AM and until 2:00 PM
                                                             Music and gym are offered as specials.
Phoenixville YMCA Preschool programs are
consistent with the Philadelphia Freedom Valley
YMCA’s philosophy, which is grounded in a child-
centered and holistic approach to early childhood
education. This allows us to adjust to the needs of
the child with independent classroom exploration        Don’t miss our exclusive Summer
and active social time. Families enrolled five          Adventure Half-Day program for 3-5
days will receive a free youth membership. All          year olds looking for a camp-like
Phoenixville Preschool classes are led by degreed       experience! Questions can be directed
teachers and credentialed assistants.                   to Sharon Engro at ext. 2319.
What to expect:
  •   Library               •   Art
  •
  •
      Toys and Games
      Dramatic Play
                            •
                            •
                                Blocks
                                Outdoor Recreation
                                                      SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMS
                                                      (K-5th Grade)
  •   Computers             •   Discovery
                                                      The Phoenixville Y is committed to providing
  •   Sand and Water
                                                      a quality School Age program that is both fun
                                                      and safe for children. Our School Age Programs
Infant Care (6 weeks - 12 months)                     are licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of
Infants thrive in a safe, nurturing environment       Human Services. In addition, all programs have
surrounded by experienced care givers.                achieved a Star 2 rating based on the Pennsylvania
                                                      Keystone Star quality assurance program. Each
Toddler Care (13 months - 35 months)                  program day, our qualified staff provides creative
Teachers and staff support and facilitate child       learning experiences and supervised activities for a
development as toddlers experience their new          child’s development and enjoyment.
independence in a stimulating atmosphere.
                                                      Before Care
                                                      (7:00 AM - school start time)
Preschool (3-5 years)                                 Before Care is a program designed to promote
This program provides a beneficial social             child development by providing activities in the
experience and good foundation for future             form of Arts & Crafts, games, fitness, etc. Drop
education. Experienced teachers and aides utilize     your child off at school with our staff and they’ll
child-centered activities to encourage attentive      be in good hands until class begins.
listening skills, pro-social behavior and provide
opportunities to increase self-awareness. Swim
Lessons offered weekly.

View current schedules online: philaymca.org                                                            13
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After Care                                               Academic 1-on-1 Tutoring Prices:
(Dismissal - 6:30 PM)                                     # of            Members             Program
Our After Care program offers an opportunity              Sessions
                                                                                              Members
for children to engage in a variety of activities
expanding learning beyond what they experience            1                  $15                $30
during school hours.
                                                          5                  $70               $140
Directed at children in elementary grades and
supplemental kindergarten, our programs are               10                $130               $260
hosted in the Phoenixville Area School District
Elementary schools, Renaissance Academy,
and the YMCA branch. We follow a planned
curriculum and provide homework supervision as
well as encourage the child to enjoy fun time.
                                                              TEEN PROGRAMS
Our Middle School after-care program is held
at the Phoenixville branch and is offered only           Y Achievers
to students in the Phoenixville Middle School.           The YMCA’s Y Achievers program is designed
Special events, study time, recreational                 to expose 5th-12th graders to a wide range
activities and more are offered to the students.         of career options and the tools to achieve
Transportation from the middle school to                 their higher educational goals. Y Achievers
the Y should be arranged by families using               encompasses 5 Programmatic Thrusts: College
school district busing. Participants are strongly        Readiness, Career Exploration, Leadership
encouraged to enroll in our Y Achievers Program          Development, Character Development and
(see page 15).                                           Community Service. Clusters are held at
                                                         Villanova University the 1st and 3rd Saturdays
                                                         of the month. The program runs September
SCHOOL AGE HOLIDAY CARE                                  – June. Includes a free one-year YMCA
School Age Holiday care is held at the                   membership while enrolled in the program.
Phoenixville YMCA. *Your child must be enrolled           Tuesday - Every              6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
in the School Age Childcare program in order to
                                                          other week
attend Holiday Care. Care is available for your
child on the days when school is closed due to
in-service days and holidays. You must register
                                                              For more information,
at least one month prior to the date you
                                                              please contact Chad Seamon at
want your child to attend.
                                                              chad.seamon@philaymca.org
 Sharon Engro         Julie Szerenyi      Becky Duncan
 Half Day Preschool   Program Director,   Childcare
 Nursery School       Camp & School       Director
 Director             Aged Childcare
                                                              TEEN SPORTS
                                          ext. 2328
 ext. 2319            ext. 2339

                                                         Note: Y Achievers program registrants and
                                                         7th Graders receive Full Privilege Memberships.
2019 REGISTRATION
Registration for Half Day Preschool and Childcare        Badminton - Youth/Teen (Ages 10-16)
has begun. Please contact one of the staff               Learn through competitive match play, strategic
listed below to register or receive information          coaching, stroke production drills and warm-up
on Financial Assistance. Registration for all            exercises. Bring your own racket. Open play only
programs is underway.                                    during summer.
                                                          Sunday                     5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Education – Academic 1-on-1 Tutoring
(Ages 7+)                                                Family Members: Free
Working with one of our Pennsylvania Certified           Members: Free
Teachers can help you plan your approach to
accomplishing your goals. Are you getting your
child ready for a test? Do they need help with
a specific concept? Do they need a little extra
explanation or assistance in a subject? Our
teachers are prepared to help in any way they can
be developing a one-on-one tutoring plan designed
around your child’s needs. Tutoring packages are
purchased by the number of sessions you need,
and arranged on an individual basis with the tutor.
All sessions are 30 minutes. For more information,
contact Kim Acito at ext. 2311.

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  HEALTH & WELLNESS                                       ADULT AQUATIC
                                                          EXERCISE
Youth Strength Training (I A)
(Ages 10-12)                                                        Please look for the AOA icon
This program will demonstrate proper technique
                                                          AOA       throughout the Program Guide
and will train you on a variety of strength training
                                                                    for designated Active Older
methods. You will gain strength and confidence.
Only one class per person per program                               Adult programs.
session.
 Tuesday                            5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
                                    6:00 PM – 6:30 PM            B = Beginner, I = Intermediate,
 Wednesday                          5:30 PM – 6:00 PM              A = Advanced, P = Pre-natal
                                    6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
 Thursday                           5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
                                    6:00 PM – 6:30 PM   Aqua Combo (B I A P)
                                                        The best of shallow and deep aquatic exercise
Family Members: $30
                                                        come together for this energetic class.
Members: $30                                            Cardiovascular training, muscular resistance
                                                        training and endurance are all featured. This
                                                        workout will begin in the shallow water and
  TEEN SWIM LESSONS                                     move to the deep water using buoyance belts or
                                                        flotation noodles during the workout.

(Ages 13-17)                                            Aqua Deep (B I A P)
                                                        Deep-water exercise provides the benefits of
Please refer to the aquatics section on page 4 for
                                                        cardiovascular training with little to no stress on
stage descriptions and details.
                                                        your joints. The water’s natural resistance turbo
Swim Basics                                             charges muscle work, while the water keeps
                                                        you feeling cooler than a land workout. We use
Stage 1                                                 buoyancy belts and noodles so even the non-
 Tuesday                            7:30 PM – 8:10 PM   swimmer will feel comfortable in deep water and
                                                        may enjoy all of its benefits.
 Wednesday                          5:50 PM – 6:30 PM
Stage 2                                                 Aqua Shallow (B I A)
                                                         forms of exercise (Yoga) with one of our newest
 Tuesday                            6:40 PM - 7:20 PM   (Pilates), we bring two of the best mind and body
                                    7:30 PM – 8:10 PM   disciplines together. The result is a class that can
 Wednesday                          5:50 PM - 6:30 PM   stretch and tone the entire body, lower blood
                                    6:40 PM – 7:20 PM   pressure, increase circulation, improve balance
Stage 3                                                 and increase core strength.

 Tuesday                            6:40 PM - 7:20 PM   Aqua Stretch and Strength (B I A)
                                                        Get a complete workout with strength and
 Wednesday                          6:40 PM – 7:20 PM   cardiovascular training using resistance
                                                        equipment and buoyancy belts during the
Swim Strokes                                            workout. This workout can be adapted to most
Stage 4                                                 fitness levels with options given to make it more
                                                        or less challenging as your day-to-day needs
 Tuesday                            5:50 PM - 6:30 PM   change.

 Wednesday                          7:30 PM – 8:10 PM   Arthritis Foundation
                                                        Aquatics Program (B I P) AOA
Stage 5                                                 Arthritis Foundation Aquatics Program is a water
 Tuesday                            5:50 PM - 6:30 PM   exercise program for people with arthritis.
                                                        Concentration is on range of movement,
 Wednesday                          7:30 PM – 8:10 PM   flexibility and joint strength. All exercises are
                                                        done in the shallow end of the pool. Participants
Stage 6                                                 do not need to know how to swim.
 Tuesday                            5:50 PM – 6:30 PM
 Wednesday                          7:30 PM – 8:10 PM   SilverSneakers® Splash (B I A P) AOA
                                                        Activate your urge for variety! Splash offers
Members: $70                                            fun, shallow-water movement to improve agility
Non-Members: $140                                       and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular,
                                                        strength and endurance conditioning. A
                                                        SilverSneakers kickboard or other aquatic
                                                        equipment is used to improve strength, balance
                                                        and coordination. Participants do not need to
                                                        know how to swim

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                                                     Personal Training
 ADULT SWIM LESSONS                                  One on one training with a nationally certified
                                                     personal trainer. They will help you meet your
                                                     goals through varied and creative exercise
Please refer to the aquatics section on page 4 for   techniques. Personal training is sold in 60 minute
stage descriptions and details.                      sessions and will be tailored to your needs and
                                                     goals. For more information contact John Wisser
Swim Basics                                          at ext. 2333.

Stage 1                                              Members:
 Tuesday                     7:30 PM – 8:10 PM        1 session                       $55
 Wednesday                   5:50 PM – 6:30 PM        5 sessions                     $250
Stage 2
                                                      10 sessions                    $475
 Tuesday                     6:40 PM - 7:20 PM
                             7:30 PM – 8:10 PM
 Wednesday                   5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
                             6:40 PM – 7:20 PM         SMALL GROUP
Stage 3
                                                       TRAINING
 Tuesday                      6:40 PM - 7:20 PM
                                                     *All Small Group Training requires registration.
 Wednesday                   6:40 PM – 7:20 PM       Schedules available on mobile app and at start
                                                     of registration at the Welcome Center.
Swim Strokes
                                                     Dynamic Boxing
Stage 4                                              Boxing strength and conditioning mixed with
 Tuesday                      5:50 PM - 6:30 PM      technique training. Participants are required to
                                                     bring their own gloves. 30-minute class.
 Wednesday                   7:30 PM – 8:10 PM        Monday                   11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Stage 5                                               Wednesday                   6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
 Tuesday                      5:50 PM - 6:30 PM      Members: $30

 Wednesday                   7:30 PM – 8:10 PM       Kettlebell (I A)
                                                     This class offered by an instructor/trainer will
Stage 6                                              give fast results for strength, endurance, and
                                                     muscle toning by challenging both the muscular
 Tuesday                     5:50 PM – 6:30 PM
                                                     and cardiovascular systems with dynamic, total
 Wednesday                   7:30 PM – 8:10 PM       body movement. Intensity can be modified
                                                     by using a smaller or larger bell, allowing
Members: $70                                         participants of all fitness levels to work together
Non-Members: $140                                    in the same group.
Masters Swimming (Ages 18 & up)                       Tuesday                     5:30 AM - 6:30 AM
Participants have the option of attending                                         6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
weekly practices to stay fit and/or joining the
                                                      Sunday                      7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
US Masters Swimming organization competing
at sanctioned meets at the local and national        Members: $30
levels. Competitive season runs from November
to May. Summer training is held in the Baker         Shock Training
Park outdoor pool, weather-permitting. For more      A class designed to “shock” an individual’s
information contact Lisa McGregor at ext. 2330.      current training routine or jump start a person
                                                     that has gotten off track back to a fit lifestyle.
 Mon. & Wed.                7:00 PM - 8:00 PM        Pre and Post fitness testing will show how
                                                     hard work and challenging training pays off.
 Saturday                   4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
                                                     30-minute class.
Members: Free
                                                      Tuesday                   9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
                                                      Thursday                  9:30 AM – 10:00 AM

 HEALTH & WELLNESS
                                                                                  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
                                                      Sunday                8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
                                                     Members and Family Members: $30 (30-min.)
Wellness Consultations                               $50 (60-min.)
Our Wellness Coaches will assist you in getting
familiar with all of our exercise equipment
and program options. Your Wellness Coach
will discuss your wellness goals and help
you establish a beginning program. Three
complimentary appointments are available for
new and existing members.

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ADULTS
TRX Foundation                                         BODYATTACK (B I A)
                                                                       ®

Revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight           BODYATTACK™ is the sports-inspired cardio
exercise using the TRX Trainer. Safely perform         workout for building strength and stamina. This
hundreds of exercises that build power, strength,      high-energy interval training class combines
flexibility, balance and mobility, as well as          athletic aerobic movements with strength and
prevent injuries, all at the intensity you choose.     stabilization exercises.
Come experience one of the best total body
workouts you’ve ever had! 30-minute class.             BodyCOMBAT® (B I A)
 Monday                           9:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Body COMBAT is a non-combat, martial arts-
                                                       based fitness program with moves drawn from
 Wednesday                        6:00 AM - 6:30 AM    Karate, Tae Kwan Do, Boxing and Muay Thai.
 Friday                         5:30 AM - 6:00 AM      Each 60 minute class is choreographed to the
                                9:30 AM - 10:00 AM     latest music, providing an exhilarating exercise
                                                       experience that delivers ultra-fast fitness results.
Members: $30

                                                       BODYFLOW® (B I A)
TRX (B I A)                                            Controlled breathing, concentration and a series
Revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight           of stretches and poses to music create a holistic
exercise using the TRX Trainer. Safely perform         experience that brings the body into a state of
hundreds of exercises that build power, strength,      harmony and balance.
flexibility, balance and mobility, as well as
prevent injuries, all at the intensity you choose.
                                                       BODYPUMP® (B I A)
Come experience one of the best total body
                                                       A strength endurance training class where muscle
workouts you’ve ever had!
                                                       and music collide! Max results in the shortest
Members: $30
                                                       amount of time by working your ENTIRE body in
*TRX Express: $15                                      one hour.

Women and Weights (B I A)
This program is guided by a Wellness Coach who         BodySTEP® (I A P)
will demonstrate proper techniques and allow you       A full-body cardio workout to really tone your
to become familiar with and engage in a variety        butt and thighs. Burn calories and leave buzzing
of strength training methods. Through this             with satisfaction.
program you will gain strength and confidence.
Registration required.                                 Cardio Fusion (B I A)
                                                       Full Body workout offering a variety of cardio
 Tues./Thur.                       7:00 PM - 8:00 PM   styles which vary by branch. Program may
Members: $50                                           include kickboxing, step, aerobic dance, and
                                                       military drills. Also incorporates strength training
Men’s Strength Training (B I A)                        using weights and resistance moves.
This program will demonstrate proper technique
and will train you on a variety of strength training
methods. You will gain strength and confidence.        Cardio Kickboxing (B I)
Registration Required.                                 A total body workout designed to focus on core
                                                       strengthening, cardiovascular conditioning and
 Monday                            7:00 PM - 8:00 PM   overall body coordination. Class may include
 Wednesday                         7:00 PM - 8:00 PM   martial arts kicks and punches in a fast-paced
                                                       aerobic experience.
Members: $50

                                                       Core & Strength (I A)
Silver Strength (B I A) AOA                            Functional, whole body, multi-planar movements
This class is designed to increase overall strength    are in! Get stronger and leaner working your
and stability to help combat losses in bone,           core from the inside out. Not your typical Total
muscle and balance. For ages 55 and older.             Body class.
 Tuesday                       10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
                                 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM     CXWORX (B I A)
Members: Free                                          A 30-minute class using scientifically proven
                                                       movements that isolate and integrate all of the
                                                       core muscle groups.

   GROUP EXERCISE                                      Fit and Fifty (B I A)
                                                       This class consists of varied exercises including
                                                       walking, stretching, light strength training, low-
Belly Dancing (B I A)                                  impact aerobics and relaxation techniques.
Regardless of your age, size, shape or ability,
you’ll gain confidence while gaining control of        Fit Camp (I A)
your body. This class explores muscle isolation        Challenge your limits with a total body workout
and skeletal movements as they relate to               mixing traditional calisthenics and body weight
Middle Eastern Dance. Form strong fluid dance          exercises with interval training and strength
combinations while you tone muscle and burn            training. Options and modifications are provided
calories.                                              for all levels.

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ADULTS
Generation POUND®                                       Total Body Conditioning (B I A)
Generation Pound is a youth-oriented program            Work all the muscles, using your own body
that fuses movement and music to improve                weight and various pieces of equipment. Cardio
focus, coordination, physical fitness and               intervals are added to keep the heart rate
teamwork skills. By combining exercise and              elevated. Class ends with awesome abs and a
interactive Activities, kids and their parents will     final stretch.
learn new ways to explore movement, embrace
their creativity and ROCK OUT—ultimately
building strength, confidence and self-awareness.       ZUMBA® (B I A)
This is a family class. Kids must be accompanied        ZUMBA is a fusion of body sculpting movements
by an Adult.                                            with easy to follow dance steps to Latin and
                                                        International music. Aerobic interval training
 Tuesday                      5:15 PM - 5:45 PM         using fast and slow rhythms maximizes caloric
Members: Free                                           output, fat burning and total body toning.

H.I.I.T. (I A)                                          ZUMBA® FOR FAMILIES (B I A)
This class is High Intensity Interval Training.         This class is a fusion of body sculpting
Exercises will be executed immediately following        movements with easy-to-follow dance steps to
another opposing exercise in a high paced               Latin, International and family-friendly music.
environment of constantly variable exercises.           Aerobic interval training using fast and slow
                                                        rhythms maximizes caloric output, total body
Les Mills GRIT (I A)                                    toning, and fun! Kids as must be accompanied by
A 30 minute high intensity interval training that       an Adult.
challenges you mentally and physically. Strength,        Sunday                       4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
plyo and cardio training programs accelerate fat
                                                        Members: Free
burning and rapidly improve athletic capability.
Branches post schedules for strength, plyo and
cardio classes.                                         ZUMBA® Gold (B I) AOA
                                                        Modified movements and pacing to suit the
Muscle Confusion (B I A)                                needs of the active older participant, as well
Constantly changing your exercise routines              as those just starting their journey to a fit and
prevents the body from adapting, causes the             healthy lifestyle. Body sculpting techniques and
muscles to work harder and produces visible             specific ZUMBA moves fused into one calorie-
results. The goal is to always keep the body            burning, strength training class while using light
guessing so that it does not become accustomed          weights to enhance rhythm.
to one specific workout and stop responding.            Endorsed by Silver&Fit.

POUND®                                                  ZUMBA® Toning (B I A)
A full-body workout that combines cardio,               Body sculpting techniques and specific ZUMBA
conditioning, and strength training with yoga           moves fused into one calorie-burning, strength-
and Pilates-style movements, inspired by the            training class while. Uses light weights to
infectious, energizing and sweat-dripping fun of        enhance rhythm and build strength.
playing the drums.

Pure Strength (B I A)                                   CYCLE
You’ll build and sculpt defined, lean and strong        Cycle (B I A)
muscles. This class focuses on all the major            An indoor cycling class created to challenge both
muscle groups in the lower body, upper body and         the beginner fitness enthusiast and the seasoned
core. You’ll improve your posture and develop           athlete. Each ride on the bike helps to increase
strength to aid in all aspects of physical well-        your cardiovascular endurance, reduce body fat
being and overall health.                               and increase muscular strength. As part of the
                                                        cycling team you travel on flat roads, climb hills,
                                                        sprint and race! You get a great workout – no
SilverSneakers® Classic (B I) AOA                       matter what the weather is outside!
Have fun and move to the music through
a variety of exercises designed to increase
muscular strength, range of movement and                Les Mills Sprint (I A)
activities for daily living. Hand-held weights,         A 30-minute High-Intensity Interval Training
elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers        (HIIT) workout, using an indoor bike to achieve
ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available   fast results. It’s a quick and hard style of training
if needed for seated or standing support.               that returns rapid results with minimum joint
                                                        impact.
Silver&Fit® Excel (B I A) AOA
This class is designed for the active, athletic         RPM™ (B I A)
older adult who is looking for a challenging            RPM™ is the indoor cycling workout where you
workout. Participating in this class will help you      ride to the rhythm of powerful music. Take
increase your heart health, muscular endurance          on the terrain with your team through hills,
and strength, flexibility and balance. The exer-        flats, mountain peaks, time trials, and interval
cises are freestanding and involve more complex         training. Discover your athlete within – sweat
movements for advanced fitness levels. This             and burn to reach your endorphin high.
class will help you continue all of the activities
you love, like playing sports or trying out a new
dance routine. 60 Minutes!

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