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SPRING/SUMMER 2019
PROGRAM GUIDE
DOVER YMCA
Spring 1 Session: February 25 - April 18
Spring 2 Session: April 29 - June 16
Summer Session: June 17 - August 25
Look inside and discover all the Y has to offer!
We have something for everyone - Swim lessons, dance, youth and adult
sports, fitness, healthy living programs and more!
JAN. 2017!
COMING
BEAR – GLASGOW
WALNUT STREET
BRANDYWINE
MIDDLETOWN
WESTERN
CENTRAL
SUSSEX
DOVER
Swim Lessons • • • • • • • •
Lap Swimming • • • • • • •
AQUATICS
Lifesaving Certification • • • • • • •
Youth Competitive Swim Team • • • • • •
Masters Swimming • • • •
Fitness & Therapeutic Classes • • • • • •
Adult • • •
DANCE Youth • • • • •
Pilates • • • • • • •
Spinning/Cycling • • • • • • •
FITNESS Cardio & Strength Fitness Classes • • • • • • •
Yoga • • • • • • •
Barre • • • • • • •
Small Group Training • • • • • • •
Adult • • • •
SPORTS
Youth • • • • • •
Before & After School Care • • • • • • •
CHILD Preschool Half Day • •
CARE
Preschool Full Day • • •
Summer Day Camp • • • • • • •
SENIORS Aquatic & Fitness Programs • • • • • •
Adult Fitness Center • • • • • • •
Youth Fitness Center • • • • •
FACILITIES
Gymnasium • • • • • • •
Indoor Track •
Racquetball & Squash Courts •
Indoor Pool • • • • • • •
Outdoor Pool • • • • •
Sauna • • • • •
Family Changing Room • • • • •
Fitness Evaluations • • • • • • •
SERVICES Party Rentals (birthday & other) • • • • • •
Personal Training • • • • • • •
Babysitting – “Kids Zone” • • • • • • •
YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program • • • • • •
PREVENTION Healthy Weight & Your Child • • • •
PROGRAMS
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA • • • • • • •
YOUTH Youth & Teen Enrichment • • • • • • •
AND TEENS Youth in Government • • • • • • •
8 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU STATEWIDE!
YOUTH
WHAT DOES A YMCA
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE?
A YMCA membership gives you much more than
access to our facility. It helps you lead a healthier
life by building relationships, providing a way for
you to be part of your community and help others.
A YMCA membership sets you on the path to good
health in spirit, mind and body, helping you enjoy
living a full and balanced life.
YOUR MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
• Fitness Center: State of the Art Cardio Equipment,
Strength Circuit, Free Weights
• Two Indoor Pools
• One Outdoor Pool at the DYOC
• Basketball Gymnasium
• Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
• Sauna
• Over100 group exercise classes weekly- HIIT, Yoga,
Pilates, Barre, Spinning, Zumba, BodyPump and more
• Aquatic Group Fitness Classes
• Access to Small Group Training- TRX, GRIT
• Free Fitness Consultations
• Access to Personal Training
• Instructional Children’s Classes: Swimming, Dance,
Karate and more
• Youth Sports including Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball
and more
• Preschool Program
• Before and After School Care
• Summer Day Camp
• Free Babysitting while you work out
• Youth in Government
• Plus, you are part of a greater cause! Did you know the
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INFORMATION CENTER
FACILITY HOURS HOW DO I REGISTER FOR
MONDAY - FRIDAY: 5 a.m. - 10 p.m.
SATURDAY: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
PROGRAMS?
REGISTER ONLINE: To register or search for program
SUNDAY: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. details by location, visit www.yprograms.org. Current
program listings will be available on the first day of
registration (dates listed below).
KIDS ZONE HOURS REGISTER IN PERSON OR BY PHONE:
Drop-off babysitting for children ages Stop by our branch, or give us a call on the first day of
6 weeks - 12 years. registration and we will be happy to assist you.
MONDAY - SUNDAY: 8:15 a.m. - 1 p.m.
MONDAY - FRIDAY: 4 - 8:30 p.m.
SUNDAY: 4 - 6 p.m. SPRING 2019 PROGRAM
*Hours may vary on holidays and between session SESSION DATES
breaks. Full members may utilize this service for up SPRING 1: February 25 - April 18
to 2 hours per day, per child in your family for FREE. Member Registration begins: February 11
Our staff are dedicated to nurturing our young Community Registration: February 18
members in a safe environment with a focus on the
character development values of caring, honesty, SPRING 2: April 29 - June 16
Member Registration Begins: April 8
respect and responsibility. Community Registration: April 15
We ask that parents please label all items your child
brings with them. Immunizations must be up-to-date
and an emergency form must be on file. Parents are
required to remain on the premises.
SUMMER 2019 PROGRAM
SESSION DATES
YOUTH FITNESS CENTER SUMMER: June 17 - August 25
Member Registration Begins: June 3
AGES: 7 - 13 years
MONDAY - FRIDAY: 4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Community Registration Begins: June 10
SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
*Summer hours: 9 a.m. -1 p.m. and 4 - 8:30 p.m.
HOLIDAYS &
Open to all full members for free.
All children must be signed in and out by IMPORTANT DATES
their parent/guardian. APRIL 19 (GOOD FRIDAY): 5 a.m. - 6 p.m.
APRIL 21 (EASTER): 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
OUTDOOR POOL MAY 27 (MEMORIAL DAY) : Main Building Closed;
Outdoor Pools will be open
See page 5 for outdoor pool hours.
JULY 4 (INDEPENDENCE DAY) : Main Building Closed;
Outdoor Pools will be open
SEPTEMBER 2 (LABOR DAY) : Main Building Closed;
Outdoor Pools will be open
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AROUND THE Y
There’s always something happening at the Dover YMCA. Our calendar is a great
way for you to stay up to date. Be sure to check our website frequently for our most
current calendar and list of events. Visit www.ymcade.org.
EVENTS HEALTHY KIDS DAY OUTDOOR POOL
April 27, 2019 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
FRIDAY FUN Help us celebrate Healthy Kids Day®,
Memorial Day through Labor Day
Join us on scheduled Fridays for a our national initiative to improve the
health and well-being of kids. Join us cool off at our outdoor pool!
whole lot of fun. Drop the kids off and
enjoy some time alone. Your kids will for games, activities, fitness, crafts and LOCATION:
have dinner, swim, make crafts, and snacks! Bring your family and friends! 825 Kenton Road
participate in other youth enrichment It’s Free! Location: Dover YMCA Dover, DE 19904
activities like yoga, tumbling, music and POOL HOURS:
more! Children should wear a swimsuit LEPRECHAUN SMOOTHIES
if they are going to swim. Please
• May 25 - 27: 11am - 8pm
Friday, March 15th • 9am-12pm
register in advance at the Member • May 28 - June 16:
Join us in the lobby for Leprechaun
Services Desk. Monday - Friday, 4pm - 8pm
smoothies!
DATES: Saturday & Sunday, 11am - 8pm
• Feb 8, 22
• March 8, 22 HIPPITY HOPPITY FUN • June 17-August 25
• April 12 Saturday, April 13th • 10am-1pm Monday - Friday, 12:30 - 8pm
• May 3, 17 Hop on into the Y to see the Easter Saturday & Sunday, 11am - 8pm
• June 14, 28 bunny and make a springtime craft.
• July19 • August 26 - September 2
• August 9 Monday - Friday, 4 - 8pm
FEES: Member: $12 Saturday & Sunday, 11am - 8pm
Community: $17
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN WELCOME SUMMER
NIGHT AT THE Y FUNDRAISER OPEN HOUSE
AGES: 11-15 years The YMCA of Delaware is so much more Saturday, May 25th
Join your friends and make lots of than a gym and swim. As a nonprofit, Kick off the Summer at the Outdoor
new ones every second Saturday of community-building charity, we strive Pool as we officially open for the
the month. You will enjoy a different to make our programs widely affordable season. This day will be full of games,
themed hang outs with friends. At the and accessible to all, regardless of fun, swimming and cool treats. Rain
Y, we believe that all youth and teens ability to pay. Our donors enable us date is Sunday, May 26th.
to serve low-income families who
deserve a safe place to go. Each Y Night need us the most through our Open
dedicated staff will be ready to engage
your children in a variety of supervised
Doors Financial Assistance program.
All the funds raised for our annual
RED, Y & BLUE
activities. Kids will enjoy an assortment Thursday, July 4th
giving campaign go directly back to the
of activities - no two nights are ever community through membership and Celebrate the 4th of July at our Outdoor
the same! They will swim, take part in program scholarships. Give online at Pool with hot dogs, popsicles, swimming
tournaments in the gym, play GaGa, www.ymcade.org/donate, or ask our and summer Fun. Hotdogs served
take fitness classes, watch a movie and staff how you can donate today. from 12 - 2 p.m.
enjoy snacks. See Membership Services
Desk for schedule.
DATES:
GOODBYE SUMMER
• March 9 Monday, September 2nd
• April 13 Join us on our last day of Summer to
• May 11 say goodbye to the outdoor pool. Enjoy
• June 15 music, fun and activities.
• July 13
• August 10
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DOVER YMCA • (302) 346-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 5
DID YOU KNOW THE YMCA
IS A NON-PROFIT?
THE Y FOR ALL
Every day we work side-by-side with our neighbors
to make sure that everyone regardless of age, OUR MISSION
The YMCA of Delaware is an
income or background, has the opportunity to learn, association of people of all ages,
grow and thrive. When you are a part of the YMCA, ethnic groups and religious affiliations
that strives to cultivate the human
you are helping to strengthen our community. potential, self-esteem and dignity of
Through community support we are able to open all people. Our organization
exists to develop and practice the
doors not only for kids, but also for families, adults Christian principles of love, caring,
and senior citizens alike by providing financial inclusiveness, justice and peace...
and to enrich the emotional, physical
assistance to those who are unable to afford the and social life of all individuals,
cost of memberships, childcare and programs. families and our
community.
HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?
LEADERSHIP
SUSAN HERR
SHERI MINEAR
Senior Executive Director RYAN BOWLBY
Senior Program
sherr@ymcade.org Director/ Healthy Living Facilities Director
sminear@ymcade.org rbowlby@ymcade.org
JUDI SHADE
BRENDEN SMITH
Senior Program
Competitive Aquatics DOUG LETTS
Director/Youth Director Assistant Facilities
Development Director
bsmith@ymcade.org
jshade@ymcade.org dletts@ymcade.org
MIKE DIOSSI COURTNEY FORD
Sports Director Aquatics Director
mdiossi@ymcade.org crford@ymcade.org
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
JENNIFER T. TWINING JAMES E. ARTHUR KATHLEEN MICKLE-ASKIN
BOARD CHAIR
HONORABLE JEFFREY CLARKE ANGELA MILLS
GLENN C. MANDALAS JULIA C. GORMAN DR. CYNTHIA NEWTON
BRIAN CUSICK DR. ROBERT B. HARTMANN JOHN VANGORP
ADULT
PROGRAMMING
ENRICHMENT/ SPECIALTY
DRIVERS EDUCATION February Class Spring and $547
(15 years 6 months and up) Feb 8 - 21 and 25 - 28, Summer Home, Charter and
The YMCA provides state certified Driver’s 5 - 8 p.m. Private schools that
Education programs which meet all of the March Class do not offer Divers
instruction requirements for your teen to March 11 - 14 and 8 - 21, Education have an
obtain a Delaware Level One Learner’s permit. 5 - 8 p.m. administration fee of
Classes are held at the YMCA and students $25.
will meet their driving instructor at the YMCA April Class
for individually scheduled driving times. These April 8 -11 and 15 -18,
may be scheduled with one of the instructors 5 - 8 p.m.
during, or after the classroom time has been
completed. Classroom times meet monthly for May Class
May 6 - 9 and 13 -16,
a total of ten classes. A total of 30 classroom 5 - 8 p.m.
hours is required by State law.
June Class
June 3 - 6 and 10 -13,
5 - 8 p.m.
July Class
July 8 -11 and15 -18,
8 -11a.m.; 5 - 8 p.m.
August Class
August 5-8 and 12-15,
8 -11a.m.; 5 - 8 p.m.
SELF DEFENSE Saturdays, 12-1 p.m. Spring and Members: $40
Take action and learn how to protect yourself Summer Community: $80
with life saving moves.
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BELLY DANCING Saturdays, Spring and Members: $48
Engage your spirit, mind, and body to unleash 9:30-10:30 a.m. Summer Community: $68
your inner goddess! Learn the beautiful, exotic art
of belly dancing. This class is perfect for all fitness
ADULT PROGRAMS
levels and body types, especially beginners. No
dance experience required! Females only.
BOXING Mondays, Spring and Members: $40
Learn boxing fundamentals and participate in boxing 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Summer Community: $80
style drills.
FITQUEST As scheduled Ongoing INCLUDED WITH
Our trained wellness coaches will teach, guide, MEMBERSHIP
motivate and give you the personal attention you
need to successfully reach your wellness goals.
With Y approved exercise and meal plans tailored
to you, our coaches will create a wellness
program for all ages and fitness levels.
FLOW MOTION BEGINNER Saturdays, Spring, Members: $40
This class incorporates the use of an inflatable 9:45-10:30 a.m. Summer Community: $60
mat for an uplifting session that builds strength, Tuesdays,
stamina, and flexibility, and takes place on top 11:15am - 12 p.m.
of the mats in the pool. Participants should be
comfortable in shallow water. Registration is
required.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES (12 and up) See schedule in Ongoing Member: free
*No registration required. branch or the YMCA Community: N/A
of Delaware App
PERSONAL TRAINING (12 and up) By appointment Ongoing 60 MINUTE SESSIONS:
Our certified trainers will design personalized 1 Development session: $45
workouts based on your goals and interests. Your 3 Sessions: $120
first session will be a consultation to ensure that 6 Sessions: $210
your trainer develops the best plan to meet your 12 Sessions: $360
needs and help you achieve your goals.
30 MINUTE SESSIONS:
3 sessions $75
6 Sessions $126
12 Sessions $228
SMALL GROUP TRAINING (12 and up) Schedule varies by Spring, 6 sessions (30 min.): $80
Class size is limited so you will get plenty of expert session Summer 6 sessions (30 min.): $120
instruction while still tapping into the motivation of 12 sessions (30 min.): $150
the group! Offerings change each session. 12 sessions (60 min.): $240
TAI CHI ADVANCED Thursdays, Spring, INCLUDED WITH
The Chinese believe the Tai Chi form is the BEST 10:15-11 a.m. Summer MEMBERSHIP
exercise because it combines the use of the MIND,
BODY, and SPIRIT. Tai Chi may help lower blood
pressure, promote weight loss, increase energy
levels, aid flexibility, balance, and can help in the
reduction of chronic pains. Each class has a natural
progression and you will continue in the same class/
day throughout the session. Registration is required.
TAI CHI BEGINNERS Tuesdays, Spring, INCLUDED WITH
Tai Chi means “grand ultimate” or “grand supreme” 10:15 a.m. -1 p.m. Summer MEMBERSHIP
and combines the use of the MIND, BODY, and
SPIRIT. Tai Chi may help lower blood pressure, Thursdays,
promote weight loss, increase energy levels, aid 6:25-7:15 p.m.
flexibility, balance, and can help in the reduction of
chronic pains.
DOVER YMCA • (302) 346-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 9HEALTH AND WELLNESS HEALTHY HABITS CLASS Wednesdays, March 31 – Member: $50 Do you need accountability? This 8 week class is 6-7:30 p.m. May 25 Community: $100 for you. This provides nutritional guidance and Saturdays, (8 weeks) healthy lifestyles tips. It includes weekly group 9-10:30 a.m. meetings, healthy recipes, and group workouts Sundays, 3-4:30 p.m. with personal trainer, Mike Meinhold. DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM For details and fee information, contact the Healthy Living The YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program is an Department at healthyliving@ymcade.org or (302) 572-9622. evidence-based program recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This 12-month program is designed to help individuals with prediabetes reduce their risk of developing diabetes. The program is proven to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by more than 58-72%. LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA FREE to Members and Community. For details and fee information, These small group sessions are facilitated contact the Healthy Living Department at healthyliving@ymcade.org by certified YMCA instructors who assist or (302) 572-9622. participants in a variety of physical activity options including cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance and flexibility. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA creates a welcoming community in which cancer survivors can develop supportive relationships and improve their qualify of life. SPORTS 35 & OVER COED BASKETBALL LEAGUE Monday night - Spring, Member: $55 Join us to compete in a safe and friendly Game time TBA Summer Community: $70 environment. The adult basketball league encourages adults to stay active in a game setting. There will be one game per week. There is a 4 team minimum for the league to run. ADULT INDOOR HOCKEY LEAGUE Tuesdays Spring Member: $20 The Dover YMCA is offering indoor Hockey Game time TBA Community: $35 to adults ages 18 and older. This eight-on- eight hockey league provides a healthy outlet for adults to compete in an active and social environment. There is a minimum of four teams to run the league (10 players per team). This is an 8 game season with playoffs. Teams will play three 10 minute periods per week. ADULT COED DODGEBALL Thursdays Summer Member: $20 The Dover YMCA is offering Dodgeball to Game time TBA Community: $35 adults age 18 and older. There is a minimum of four teams for the league to run (10 players per team). This is an 8 game season with playoffs. Teams will play two 20 minutes half’s per week. 10 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORG
ADULT PROGRAMS
SWIM
SCUBA LESSONS (10 and up) Please contact Darrell Spring 1 & 2 Please contact Darrell
Participants need to be at least 10 years old. All at Scuba World, (302) and Summer at Scuba World, (302)
classroom work is completed at Scuba World, while 697-2882, for class 697-2882, for class
most of the water work is completed at the YMCA. times and prices. times and prices.
Please contact Darrell at Scuba World, (302) 697-
2882, for class times and prices.
1ST STATE MASTERS SWIMMING (18 and up) Sunday, 7:30 - 9 a.m. Spring 1 & 2 8 WEEK SESSION:
Would you like to have a structured and coached Tuesday/Thursday, and Summer Member: $60
practice from a member of our professional 6 - 7 a.m. Community: $120
coaching staff? Would you like to learn more
about swimming technique or get feedback on your Tuesday/Thursday
7:15 - 8:30 p.m. FULL SEASON:
strokes? Would you like to practice with a group Member: $175
of adult teammates? If you answered yes to any of Community: $350
the above, then Masters Swimming is for you.
SWIM BASICS ADULT (18 and up) Sunday, Spring 1 & 2 Member: $60
Increase comfort in the water as well as build 11:25 - 12:10 p.m. and Summer Community: $120
endurance. This class is appropriate for those Saturday,
working to swim a length of the pool or take their 8:10 - 8:55 a.m.
feet off the bottom of the pool. We will focus on Tuesday/Thursday,
individualized results. 6:25 - 7:10 p.m.
WATER FITNESS CLASSES See website or YMCA Spring 1 & 2 INCLUDED WITH
Have you thought about moving your workout to of Delaware App for and Summer MEMBERSHIP
the water? Jump in the pool and make a splash in days and times.
water Aerobics, Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi and more! *No registration
The water’s resistance can improve strength, required.
flexibility, and cardiovascular health as well as
facilitate rehabilitation and even enhance sports
skills. Water fitness provides a low-impact way to
get in shape and is ideal for all skill levels, non-
swimmers included.
DOVER YMCA • (302) 346-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 11YOUTH
PROGRAMMING
CHILD CARE
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE SCHOOLS WE SERVE: For fee and registratration
(Kindergarten- 5th grade) information, visit
Booker T. Washington
The Before and After School Enrichment Program is an activity- www.ymcade.org/locations/dover-
Elementary
based program designed to enhance the social, physical, emotional ymca/child-care/
and intellectual growth of all children within a safe, caring, fun Fairview Elementary
and supportive environment. All programs and activities focus North Dover
on the YMCA’s character virtues of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Elementary
Responsibility. The Before and After School Enrichment Program
provides structured daily activities for children including group South Dover
games, homework assistance, the Kindle reading program, arts Elementary
and crafts, healthy snacks, and indoor/outdoor physical activities. William Henry Middle
Children will also have the opportunity to engage in a variety of School (after school
special activities such as Friday swims (once a month for each only)
school), talent shows, community service projects and team building
activities throughout the school year.
Summer Camp 6 - 12 years Traditional Camp
Create lifelong memories, learn new skills and spend summer just Member: $145 / Community: $195
being a kid! Have fun in day camp with awesome weekly themes and
out of this world field trips. Kids can get active in our sports camps Sports: Camp
with choices like Flag Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming, Member $190/ Community: $245
Soccer, and Dodgeball. Get moving in our specialty camps like
Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Dance and more! Specialty Camp
To register, or for more information, visit www.ysummercamp.org. Member $190 /Community: $245
ENRICHMENT
LITTLE MUSICAL NOTES 6 months - Wednesday, Spring 1 Member: $35
Bring your little one in to engage in our musical play! This 3 years 9:15 - 9:45 a.m. &2 Community: $60
class will expose your little learner to a wide range of
music through movement, games and free play. Toddlers will
explore through singing, dancing and playing with musical
instruments. There is lots of learning and social interaction
for parents and children!
INCHWORMS 2 years Tuesday/Thursday, Spring 1 Member: $70
Children will learn to interact socially with their peers. 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. &2 Community: $115
Each class encourages the development of your toddlers
imagination, coordination, and strength through age
appropriate play. Your child will discover colors, shapes,
letters, numbers, music and more!
CATERPILLARS 3 year olds Tuesday/ Thursday, Spring 1 Members: $94
Your little Caterpillar will begin to get a taste of what school 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 2 Community: $130
is really like with activities like show and tell, art projects,
snack time and story time. Children will discover colors, shapes,
letters, and numbers through our fun and educational activities.
They will begin to practice writing letters and numbers and
much more! Please pack a small snack for your child.
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DAILY DOSE & WEEKLY WOWS 3 - 12 Daily Dose: Summer Daily Dose:
Come join us for half day Summer Camp fun at the Dover years Wednesday, Members $25
YMCA. We have weekly themes Monday- Friday (Weekly 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Community $35
Wow), or one day option (Daily Dose) that provide a full day of
YOUTH PROGRAMS
excitement. While the children are here we have art projects
related to themes, games, gym time and numerous activities Weekly Wow: Weekly Wow:
that are sure to please. Monday- Friday, Members $95
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Community $130
DRAGONFLIES 4 years Monday, Wednesday, Spring 1 Member: $124
Your little one will be ready to fly off on our many and Friday, &2 Community: $152
adventures in our Dragonflies class! As your child prepares 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
for school, we will focus on learning site words and
beginning writing skills. Your Dragonfly will perfect their
ABC’s and 1-2-3’s while making friends and learning
valuable classroom skills. This class is packed with fun and
learning! Please pack a snack or small lunch.
CREATIVE CREATIONS 5 and up Wednesday, Spring 1 Members: $50
This new class is a geared toward those who love to create. 6:15 - 7 p.m. &2 Community: $75
Students will cook, make jewelry and create art. This class of-
fers something fun and exciting each week. It is sure to please
children who are creative and love to work with their hands.
HOMESCHOOL AT & GYM 5 years - Wednesday, Spring 1 Members: $124
In this class, we will study master artists and create our own 12 years 1 - 3 p.m. &2 Community: $152
masterpieces using clay, paints, pastels, charcoal and other medi-
ums. When it is time for gym, put on your sneakers and get ready
for some physical fitness fun! Don’t forget to pack a snack!
DANCE/TUMBLING
PRE BALLET/TAP 3-5 years Wednesday, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45
This is a great introduction to the world of dance 9:30-10:15 a.m. and Summer Community: $60
for the young dancer who is able to handle a Saturday, 9:30-10:15 a.m.
longer class. Participants will develop rhythms in
tap and get those large gross motor skills working. Wednesday, 5 - 5:45p.m.
Pre Ballet will introduce graceful steps to help
their balance and poise. Traditional ballet slippers,
tap shoes and a leotard are needed. Shoes are not
required for the first day.
BALLET/TAP 5 and up Wednesday, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45
This class will focus on technique and more 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. and Summer Community: $60
complex steps. Dancers should be properly dressed Saturday, 10:30-11:15
in dance attire and have both ballet and tap shoes.
HIP HOP 7 and up Wednesday, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45
Derived from a combo of jazz, funk and street 6:45-7:30p.m. and Summer Community: $60
jazz, this style of dance requires high energy.
Participants will learn rhythm, musicality,
coordination and age appropriate choreography.
This is an excellent program for kids who want
to have fun while dancing. Our hip hop class also
features some traditional jazz dance and movement
steps.
MARTIAL ARTS 5 and up Monday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45
Martial Arts is taught by Black Belt instructors in and Summer Community: $60
a well supervised and safe setting. Regular Martial
Arts training helps children learn respect and self-
discipline while improving concentration. Students
develop fitness and flexibility, gain self-confidence
and improve self-esteem. Parents and adults are
welcome and encouraged to enroll in class.
DOVER YMCA • (302) 346-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 13PHYSICAL EDUCATION/SPECIALTY GIRLS ON THE RUN/ HEART & SOUL Girls on the TBD Spring Register online at This transformational program promotes physical Run www.girlsontherunde.com. activity and positive youth development. We teach Grades 3-5 life skills through dynamic interactive lessons Heart & and games. The program culminates with the Soul Grades girls being physically and emotionally prepared to 5-8 complete a celebratory 5K running event. The goal of the program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness. GYMNASTICS 6-13 years Tuesdays, Spring 1 Members: $45 This class will teach the fundamental skills for 6 - 6:45 p.m. & 2, and Community: $60 gymnastics. Participants will stretch, and master Summer or learn basic tumbling moves. Each student will work at their level and receive instruction based on experience. RUMBLE TUMBLE Walkers- Tuesdays, Spring 1 Members: $25 This is a motor development and movement aware- 2 years 9:30 - 10 a.m. & 2, and Community: $45 ness class. It includes activities such as stretching, Summer aerobics, balancing, play, and songs in a loosely structured and relaxed environment. We promote physical strength, flexibility, confidence, self-es- teem and fun. Class requires active parental or caregiver support. TUMBLE TYKE 3-5 years Tuesdays, Spring 1 Members: $45 Join a class full of rolling, jumping, and tumbling. 11-11:45 a.m. & 2, and Community: $60 Your little one will love learning about balance and 5 - 5:45 p.m. Summer flexibility. Creative movement to music will also be incorporated to get them moving. Children will be encouraged to use their imagination as instructors lead them through various activities. TWISTING TODDLERS 2-3 years Tuesdays, Spring 1 Members: $25 Toddlers that are ready to twist and roll on their 10:15-10:45am & 2, and Community: $45 own will learn independence and confidence Summer while building strength and flexibility. Stations and obstacle courses will be set up for exploring. Twist, tumble and turn upside down! Prerequisite: Students must be able to participate in class without parental presence and should be cooperative in a group situations. SPORTS TOT BASKETBALL 3-5 years Mondays, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45 This program is designed to introduce boys and 5 - 5:45 p.m. and Summer Community: $60 girls to the basics of basketball through physical play, balancing, coordination and movement based activities. The class encourages children to develop social confidence along with listening and communication skills. YOUTH INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL 9 years Mondays, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45 This instructional program teaches children the and up 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. and Summer Community: $60 core components of basketball. Participants will learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, drib- bling, defense and teamwork. LITTLE KICKERS 3-5 years Fridays, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45 This class is a great introduction to move, stretch 9:30-10:15 a.m. and Summer Community: $60 and play soccer. Little ones will develop skills like dribbling, kicking, balance, foot-eye coordination, and running control. Parent involvement is encouraged. 14 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORG
YOUTH PROGRAMS
SPORTS
GIRLS ONLY SOCCER TEAM 10 and up You will receive an Spring Members: $55
If we do not receive the numbers needed to support e-mail with your Community: $70
a team, the girls will be placed on a CO-ED team. practice days and
You will receive an e-mail with your practice days times once you
and times once you register. Please be sure to register.
provide a valid email address.
YOUTH SPRING SOCCER LEAGUE 3-13 years You will receive an Spring Members: $55
Children will be registered by age divisions and e-mail with your Community: $70
learn the skills of the game. This is a recreational practice days and
level league with practice and games each week. We times once you
strive to provide EVERY child with the opportunity register. Please be
to play, and believe in promoting self-esteem, sure to provide a
self-confidence, teamwork and respect for self valid email address
and others. This league is supported by volunteer
coaches. If you are interested in coaching please
contact Mike at mdiossi@ymcade.org.
INSTRUCTIONAL VOLLEYBALL 7-17 years Wednesdays, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45
Our youth volleyball is a co-ed program designed to 6 - 6:45 p.m. and Summer Community: $60
provide quality instruction and skill development.
The YMCA specializes in teaching sportsmanship
and teamwork in a fun atmosphere.
INDOOR INSTRUCTIONAL FLAG FOOTBALL 5-12 years Thursdays, Spring 1 & 2, Members: $45
Indoor Flag Football is a recreational program 5 - 6:45 p.m. and Summer Community: $60
designed for youngsters new to the sport of
football, as well as experienced players who are
not ready for tackle football. Participants will learn
about the rules of football, tactics, skills needed to
improve their game, and most importantly,
have fun!
HEALTH AND FITNESS
STRONG ENOUGH 10 -16 years Thursdays, Spring 1 & 2, Members
This is an educational course for children ages 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. and Summer $30 for 6 weeks
10-16 to help transition from youth wellness to the
adult fitness center. The 6 week program focuses on
proper exercise form, safety, etiquette, and training
techniques. The children will learn recommended
exercises appropriate for their age. Register at the
Member Services Desk.
YOUTH FIT FOR TWO As Scheduled Spring 1 & 2, 6 sessions: $75
and Summer 12 sessions: $130
YOUTH FITNESS CENTER 7-13 years See schedule in Spring 1 & 2 Included with
Discover new ways to get moving through branch or on our Summer membership
interactive games and workouts, just for kids! website.
YOUTH ONE ON ONE PERSONAL TRAINING As Scheduled Spring 1 & 2, 3 sessions: $75
and Summer 6 sessions: $130
12 session $225
DOVER YMCA • (302) 346-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 15SWIM LESSONS In our Aquatics programs, children will learn the fundamentals of swimming with an emphasis on personal safety. Participants are not required to do anything that makes them uncomfortable, but are encouraged to try new skills with their instructor’s help. Parents should drop child(ren) off at the pool deck making sure they are with their instructor before leaving. Please return five minutes before the end of class to pick children up from the pool deck. SWIM STARTERS 6 months - Parent/ Spring 1 Members: $49 Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable 3 years Child & 2, and Community: $95 in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and classes Summer confidence building experiences, while parents learn about water are held safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision. once per Classes are 30-minutes in length. Swim diapers are required. week SWIM BASICS W/ PARENT, PRE-SCHOOL 3 - 5 years Parent/ Spring 1 Members: $49 This class is for the child who is not quite ready to be in the class Child & 2, and Community: $95 alone. A parent or trusted adult will come into the water at the classes Summer beginning and transition out of the pool gradually throughout are held the session. Increases comfort with underwater exploration and once per introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. week SWIM BASICS ALL, PRE-SCHOOL 3 - 5 years Spring 1 Members: $49 Students learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming & 2, and Community: $95 competency by learning two benchmark skills: (1) Swim, float, swim - Summer sequencing front glide, roll, back float, front glide, and exit (2) jump, push, turn, grab. Classes are 30-minutes in length. Focus will be to introduce all skills of Swim Basics 1, 2, 3. Multiple instructors will be available and participants will be separated into skill based groups. SWIM STROKES ALL, PRE-SCHOOL 3 - 5 years Spring 1 Members: $49 Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water & 2, and Community: $95 safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills that prevent Summer chronic disease, increase social-emotional and cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity. Classes are 30-minutes in length. Focus will be to introduce all skills of Swim Strokes 4, 5, 6. Multiple instructors will be available and participants will be separated into skill based groups. SWIM BASICS YOUTH 6 - 12 Spring 1 Members: $60 Students learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming years & 2, and Community: $120 competency by learning two benchmark skills: (1) Swim, float, swim - Summer sequencing front glide, roll, back float, front glide, and exit (2) jump, push, turn, grab. Classes are 45-minutes in length. Focus will be to introduce all skills of Swim Basics 1, 2, 3. Multiple instructors will be available and participants will be separated into skill based groups. SWIM STROKES 4, YOUTH 6 - 12 Spring 1 Members: $60 Introduces basic stroke technique in front crawl and reinforces water years & 2, and Community: $120 safety through treading water and elementary backstroke. Summer SWIM STROKES 5, YOUTH 6 - 12 Spring 1 Members: $60 Introduces breaststroke and butterfly and reinforces water safety years & 2, and Community: $120 through treading water and sidestroke. Summer SWIM STROKES 6, YOUTH 6 - 12 Spring 1 Members: $60 Refines stroke technique on all major competitive strokes and years & 2, and Community: $120 encourages swimming as part of a healthy lifestyle. Summer SWIM BASICS TEEN 13 - 17 Spring 1 Members: $60 Teens learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming years & 2, and Community: $120 competency by learning two benchmark skills: (1) Swim, float, swim - Summer sequencing front glide, roll, back float, front glide, and exit (2) jump, push, turn, grab. Classes are 45-minutes in length. PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE 4 yrs and Spring, Private: One-on-one swimming lessons will teach your child to swim, refine up Summer $150/$260 strokes or improve breathing techniques. Semi-private lessons will Semi-Private: teach two students with one instructor. For maximum effectiveness, $109/$210 both swim students should be about the same skill level. The Y staff does not coordinate semi-privates between members who do not know one another. Both students must sign up together. 16 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORG
LESSON SELECTOR
YOUTH PROGRAMS
WHAT AGE GROUP DOES THE STUDENT FALL INTO?
6 months–3 years 3 years–5 years 5 years–12 years 12+ years
PARENT* & CHILD: PRESCHOOL: SCHOOL AGE: TEEN & ADULT:
STAGES A–B STAGES 1–4 STAGES 1–6 STAGES 1–6
All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.
WHICH STAGE IS THE STUDENT READY FOR?
Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land? NOT YET A / WATER
DISCOVERY
Is the student comfortable working with an instructor B / WATER
NOT YET
without a parent in the water? EXPLORATION
Will the student go underwater voluntarily? NOT YET 1 / WATER
ACCLIMATION
Can the student do a front and back float on his or 2 / WATER
NOT YET
her own? MOVEMENT
Can the student swim 10–15 yards on his or her front 3 / WATER
NOT YET
and back? STAMINA
Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl? NOT YET 4 / STROKE
INTRODUCTION
Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and 5 / STROKE
NOT YET
breaststroke across the pool? DEVELOPMENT
Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and 6 / STROKE
NOT YET
breaststroke across the pool and back? MECHANICS
*At the Y, we know families take a variety of forms. As a result, we define parent broadly to include all adults with primary responsibility for raising children,
including biological parents, adoptive parents, guardians, stepparents, grandparents, or any other type of parenting relationship.
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051618_2016 HL Swim Lesson Flow Chart_BRC_CC2015.indd 1 1/17/17 11:53 AMSWIM TEAM The Dover YMCA Swim Team offers competitive swimming during the summer. The DYD Dolphins compete locally in the Delmarva Swim Association and regionally with USA Swimming meets. The focus on summer swimming is having fun, learning how to be a great teammate, and positive character building. Spring Conditioning Swim Clinic: March 19, 20 and 21, Spring Free These tryouts are designed for swimmers who have not been on a 6 - 7 p.m. in the 8 lane competitive swim team before. Swimmers age 5 and over will be evaluated pool by the Dolphin Coaching Staff. Swimmers will be working on the 4 competitive strokes, freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Mini-Dolphins Monday - Thursday, March 25 - Members: $145 Swimmers in the Mini-Dolphins must be able to: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. May 22 Community: $180 - Complete 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke - Put face in the water, and attempt rotary breathing, - Jump of starting bloc BRONZE Tuesday, Thursday, and March 25- Members: $170 Swimmers in the Bronze Group must be able to: Friday, 6 - 7 p.m., May 22 Community: $205 - Complete 50 yards of freestyle with rotary breathing - Complete 50 yards of backstroke. Saturday, 10-11 a.m. - Swim legal breaststroke - Must be willing to do a competition dive off starting blocks SILVER Monday, Wednesday March 25- Members: $185 Swimmers in the Silver Group will be able to complete the following sets: and Friday, May 22 Community: $225 - 10x50 freestyle on 1:30 6 - 7:15 p.m. - 8 x 50 kick on 1:45 Saturday, - 4x100IM on 2:30 10 -11:15 a.m. Swimmers will focus on legal competitive turns. Use of the pace clock will be emphasized. GOLD Monday - Friday, March 25- Members: $205 Swimmers in the Gold Group will be able to complete the following sets: 5:30 - 7 p.m. May 24 Community: $250 - 10x100 freestyle on 1:45 Saturday, 8:30-10 a.m. - 10x50 kick on 1:15 - 5x100 IM on 2:00 Swimmers in the Gold Group must be able to follow send off intervals on the pace clock. There will be a dryland component included with Gold Group practices. PLATINUM Monday-Friday, March 25- Members: $250 Platinum Swimmers must be able to complete the following sets: 3:45-5:45 p.m. May 24 Community: $350 - 10x100 Free on 1:20 Saturday, 8 -10 a.m. - 5x200 Free on 2:40 - 10x50 kick on 1:00 - 5x100 IM on 1:30 Platinum is our top group, and is geared towards swimmers competing in USA Swimming Competitions and YMCA Nationals. There are morning practices and a dryland component included with Platinum. 18 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORG
SUMMER SWIM TEAM
SUMMER SWIM TEAM EVALUATIONS Tuesday, May 21-23 Free
Interested in joining the DYD Dolphins? Register for Summer Wednesday,
Swim Team Evaluations. These evaluations are for swimmers Thursday,
who have not been on a competitive swim team before. 6 -6:45 p.m.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Working with the Dolphin Coaching Staff swimmers will be
evaluated and placed in the appropriate groups based on skill.
MINI-DOLPHINS Monday, Tuesday, May 28-June 7 at Member: $150
Mini-Dolphins are introduced to the fun of competitive Wednesday the Dover branch Community: $200
swimming. Practice will focus on learning all 4 competitive and Thursday,
strokes as well as swimming fast and having a great time. 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Mini-Dolphins must be able to complete 25 yards of freestyle June 10 - July 26
Monday - Friday, at the Dover YMCA
and backstroke. 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. Outdoor Complex
BRONZE Tuesday, Thursday, May 28 - June 7 at Member: $160
Bronze swimmers are required to swim 25 yards of freestyle Friday 6 - 7p.m. the Dover branch Community: $210
and backstroke. Legal breaststroke kick is expected as
well. Practices will be fast and fun. Bronze swimmers are Monday - Friday,
encouraged to attend summer swim meets. 8:30-9:30 a.m. June 10 - July 26
at the Dover YMCA
Outdoor Complex
SILVER Monday, May 26 - June 7 Member: $170
Swimmers in the Silver Group will be able to complete the Wednesday and at the Dover branch Community: $220
following sets: Friday,
- 10x50 freestyle on 1:30 6 -7:15 p.m.
- 8 x 50 kick on 1:45 Monday - Friday, June 10 - July 26
- 4x100IM on 2:30 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Dover YMCA
Swimmers will focus on legal competitive turns. Use of the Outdoor Complex
pace clock will be emphasized.
Monday-Friday, May 28 - June 7 Member: $200
GOLD 5:30 -.7 p.m. at the Dover branch Community: $250
Swimmers in the Gold group must be able to complete the
following: Monday - Friday, June 10-July 26 at
- 10x100 free 1:45 7 - 8:30 a.m. the Dover YMCA
- 10x50 kick on 1:15 Outdoor Complex
- 5x100 IM on 2:00
Gold practices will focus on stroke technique as well as solid
training to develop speed and endurance. Gold swimmers are
encouraged to attend all swim meets in the summer.
PLATINUM Monday - Friday, May 28 - June 7 Member: $225
Swimmers in the Platinum Group must be able to complete the 3:45 - 5:45 p.m. 8 lane pool Community: $325
following:
- 10x100 freestyle on 1:20 Monday - Friday, June 10 - July
- 5x200 free on 2:40 7 - 9 a.m. 26 Dover YMCA
- 10x50 kick on 1:00 Outdoor Complex
- 5x100 IM on 1:30.
Platinum swimmers will focus on speed work with an eye on
competing in summer championship meets. Platinum swimmers
are encouraged to swim in all meets.
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(302) 836-9622 (302) 616-9622
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BRANDYWINE YMCA 20080 Church Street WALNUT ST. YMCA 100 West 10th Street
3 Mt. Lebanon Road Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 1000 N. Walnut Street Suite 1100
Wilmington, DE 19803 (302) 296-9622 Wilmington, DE 19801 Wilmington, DE 19801
(302) 478-9622 (302) 472-9622 (302) 221-9622
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501 West Eleventh Street Newark, DE 19711
Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 709-9622
(302) 254-9622
OUR MISSION
The YMCA is an association of people of all ages, ethnic groups and religious affiliations that strives to cultivate
the human potential, self-esteem, and dignity of all people. Our organization exists to develop and practice the
Christian principles of love, caring, inclusiveness, justice and peace…and to enrich the emotional, physical and
social life of all individuals, families and our community.
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