SPRING/SUMMER 2020 PROGRAM GUIDE - BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA - YMCA of Delaware
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SPRING/SUMMER 2020
PROGRAM GUIDE
BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA
SPRING 1 SESSION: February 24 - April 9
SPRING 2 SESSION: April 20 - June 14
SUMMER SESSION: June 15 - September 6
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!
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WHAT DOES A YMCA YOUTH
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE?
A YMCA membership gives you much more than access to our
facility. It helps you lead a healthier life by building relationships
and provides a way for you to connect with your community while
helping others. A YMCA membership sets you on the path to
good health in spirit, mind and body, so you can enjoy a full and
balanced life.
FACILITY FEATURES
• NEW Functional Training Center
Assault Air Runner Treadmills, Rogue Echo Air Bike,
Power Racks, Torque Tank Power Sled, Monkey Bars, Vertical and
Infinity Ropes, TRX Straps, Heavy Bags, Weighted Tires and more
• Fitness Center: State-of-the-Art Cardio Equipment, Strength
Circuit, Free Weights
• Youth Wellness Center for Kids Age 7 to 12
• Spinning Studio with 40+ Spin Bikes
• Stretching/Training Area
• TRX Group Training Classes: Basic, Advanced and Specialty Classes
• Small Group Training Classes for Everyone
• Indoor pool: 8 lane, 25-yard pool
• Group Water Exercise Classes
• Beautiful State-of-the-Art Gymnasium: Family, Adult and
Teen Pick-Up Basketball
• Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
• Family Locker Room
• Outdoor Pool Complex: Family Fun Pool with Beach Entry and
8-Lane Pool, 25-meter
• Over 100 Group Exercise Classes Weekly- HIIT, Yoga, Pilates,
Barre, Spinning, Zumba, BodyPump, BodyCombat, GRIT and more
• Heated Yoga
• Free Fitness Consultations: Access to Variety of Personal Training
Options
• Monthly Member and Family Events
• Variety of classes for Preschool, Youth and Family Fun (Swim
Lessons, Dance, Family Zumba, etc.)
• Variety of Youth Sports Options
• Free Drop-In Babysitting for Children Ages 6 weeks – 12 years
for up to two hours per day
VISIT HUNDREDS OF YMCA LOCATIONS AT NO
EXTRA CHARGE!
YMCA of Delaware Members have the flexibility to access
any of the Delaware locations and most YMCAs across
the country at no extra charge! Simply present your YMCA
membership card and photo ID at participating YMCAs and
enjoy complimentary access.
BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA • (302) 836-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG |
INFORMATION CENTER
FACILITY HOURS OUTDOOR POOL HOURS
Monday - Friday: 5 a.m. - 10 p.m. MAY 23 - JUNE 9:
Saturday: 6 a.m. - 8* p.m. Monday - Friday: 3:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. - 8* p.m.
MAY 25 (Memorial Day): 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
*SUMMER HOURS:
Beginning June 22, the facility will close at JUNE 10 - AUGUST 25:
6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. *Beginning August 12, the outdoor pools will close at 7:30 p.m.
**All locker rooms close 15 minutes after for safety due to lack of sunlight.
the facility closes. Monday - Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.*
Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.*
JULY 4 (Independence Day): 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
KIDS ZONE HOURS AUGUST 26 - SEPTEMBER 1:
(Drop in babysitting for children 6 weeks
to 12 years) Monday - Friday: 3:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Monday - Thursday: Saturday & Sunday:11 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4 - 8:30 p.m. SEPTEMBER 7 (Labor Day): 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4 - 7:30 p.m. Note: There will be four swim team meets between June and July that
Saturday: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.* will alter our outdoor pool hours. Please see posted signs in facility
for dates/times.
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.*
*Summer Hours: Beginning June 22nd,
Kids Zone will close at 1 pm on Saturdays
SPRING & SUMMER 2020
and Sundays. PROGRAM SESSION DATES
Hours may vary on holidays and between
sessions. Full members receive two hours SPRING 1: February 24 - April 9 SUMMER: June 15 - September 6
of free babysitting per their dependent M
ember Registration: Member Registration:
child per day while utilizing the facility. February 10 - 23 June 1 - 14
Children will be cared for by qualified, Community Registration: Community Registration:
trained staff in a fun, caring and February 17 - 23 June 8 - 14
supportive environment. SPRING 2: April 20 - June 14
M
ember Registration: April 6 - 19
YOUTH WELLNESS Community Registration: April 13 - 19
CENTER
AGES: 7 to 13 years HOLIDAYS & IMPORTANT DATES
Monday - Thursday: 4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. APRIL 10 (GOOD FRIDAY): OPEN
Friday: 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. APRIL 12 (EASTER): 7-11 a.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. MAY 25 (MEMORIAL DAY): 7-11 a.m., Outdoor pool open regular hours
Sunday: 9 a.m. - Noon
JULY 4 (Independence Day): 7-11 a.m., Outdoor pool open regular hours
*SUMMER HOURS begin June 22
SEPTEMBER 7 (Labor Day): 7-11 a.m., Outdoor pool open regular hours
PHONE: (302) 836-9622
EMAIL:
Please make sure we have your current
email address on file so we can keep you DOWNLOAD OUR APP!
up to date via email. Take a photo of the QR code, or search for
DAXKO in the app store. Once you download
the app, search for and select the YMCA of
www.ymcade.org Delaware as your Health and Wellness Center.
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AROUND THE Y
There’s always something happening at the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA. Our website is a
great way for you to stay up to date. Be sure to check frequently for our most current list
of events. Visit www.ymcade.org.
EVENTS HEALTHY KIDS DAY
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
MEMBER STORIES
11 A.M. - 2 P.M. What does the Y mean to you? Do
KIDS & PARENTS NIGHT OUT you have a YMCA story about how we
AGES: 6 weeks - 12 years Join us for this free community event helped you or your family? We want to
Enjoy an evening out while your full of fun, family friendly activities, hear from you! Share your passion for
child(ren) spend time at the Y. Kids vendors and more! the Y by submitting your Y Story via
will enjoy fun activities, while being FEE: FREE for all email to Terry Mullan at
supervised by our trained staff. Dinner tmullan@ymcade.org.
is provided. To sign up, please visit the
Member Services Desk and complete a END OF SCHOOL CARNIVAL
THURSDAY, JUNE 11 • 6 - 8 P.M.
program packet. Must register at least
one day in advance. This event is open to all children and VOLUNTEER
SATURDAYS • 4:30 - 7:30 P.M. their families. We will be offering a GIVE BACK AND VOLUNTEER
• January 4, 18 variety of fun games and activities, Consider your time a gift to the YMCA
• February 1, 15 along with some snacks and and your community. We are always
refreshments for everyone to enjoy and looking for individuals who enjoy
• March 7, 21 donating their time to help around th
celebrate the end of another wonderful
• April 25 school year. Y. Volunteer positions include, but are
• May 2, 16 not limited to, youth sports coaches,
LOCATION: Bear-Glasgow Y Camp event volunteers, fundraisers, facility
SATURDAYS • 2:30 - 5:30 P.M. Grounds volunteers and storybook readers. For
• June 27 more information, or to apply go to
• July 25 www.ymcade.org/about-us/volunteer.
• August 15 TEEN NIGHTS
SATURDAYS • 7:30 - 10 P.M.
FEES: $15 per child and GRADES: 6-12
$10 for each additional sibling
Are your teens constantly looking for ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
something to do on a Saturday night?
Bring them to the Y on the second
FUNDRAISER
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR The YMCA of Delaware is so much more
Saturday of each month. The Bear-
SATURDAY, APRIL 20 -24 Glasgow Family Y transforms into a than a gym and swim. As a nonprofit,
LOCATION: Bear-Glasgow Y Lobby hangout spot for teens (under staff community-building charity, we strive
Reading is to the mind what exercise is supervision). Teens can play basketball, to make our programs widely affordable
to the body. Proceeds from this book take a dip in the pool, workout, do and accessible to all, regardless of
fair benefit our Before and After School homework or kick back and relax. We ability to pay. Our donors enable us
Programs. recommend you pre-register your to serve low-income families who
teen(s) because space is limited and need us the most through our Open
fills up quickly. A parental waiver is Doors Financial Assistance program.
required. All the funds raised for our annual
DATES: giving campaign go directly back to
the community through membership
• February 8 and program scholarships. Give online
• March 14 at www.ymcade.org/donate or ask our
staff how you can donate today.
• April 11
LOCATION: Bear-Glasgow Y
FEES: Members $5
Community $10
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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 by providing financial assistance inclusiveness, justice and peace...
and to enrich the emotional, physical
to those who are unable to afford the cost of and social life of all individuals,
memberships, childcare and programs. families and our
community.
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HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?
LEADERSHIP CHILDCARE HEALTH & WELLNESS
TERRY MULLAN COURTNEY HOY MARTY WHITE
Executive Director Senior Child Development Senior Health & Wellness
tmullan@ymcade.org Director Director
choy@ymcade.org lwhite@ymcade.org
BRANDI HENDERSON ALEXIS DREW
Child Development Physical Director
MEMBERSHIP Director
(Inclusive Programming)
bhenderson@ymcade.org
adrew@ymcade.org
AMY DESMOND
Sr. Membership Director JESSICA BURR PAMELA COX
adesmond@ymcade.org Childcare Director Group Exercise Director
jburr@ymcade.org pcox@ymcade.org
LISA CHARLES
Membership Engagement ANTONIO THORNTON
Coordinator Assistant Childcare & TAMMY MACKIE
lcharles@ymcade.org Camp Director Youth Fitness Coordinator
athornton@ymcade.org tmackie@ymcade.org
DEREK MARSHALLSEA
LAURIE HAUSHALTER
Membership Sales Kids Zone Coordinator
Associate
dmarshallsea@ymcade.org lhaushalter@ymcade.org
SPORTS / CAMP AQUATICS
OFFICE
JOHN GILROY KATHY LEMASTERS
Sports / Camp Director Aquatic Director
BEN KETTNER klemasters@ymcade.org
Business Manager jgilroy@ymcade.org
bkettner@ymcade.org
MEGHAN FIORELLI
Assistant Aquatic Director
mfiorelli@ymcade.org
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
SHANNON CLARK AARON BASS DOUG DUNCAN BOARD EMERITUS:
Board Chair AJA AJAWAVI CALVIN JOHNSON MIKE DEFINO
CHRIS DUVILLA YOLANDA MIKE PFEIFER DONNA BATES
JEFFREY WHITE BROWN-THOMAS
Vice Chair(s)
DENISE FITZPATRICK
Finance Chair
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ADULT
PROGRAMMING
FITNESS
Y for All Fitness Center Appointment Ongoing Included with
Equipment Orientations (12 and up) recommended. Walk-ins Membership
For individuals of all abilities and fitness may be available if there
experience. Have a wellness coach help is an opening in the
you make sense of the fitness center and schedule.
learn how to safely use the equipment. You
will also receive tips on gym etiquette and
guidance on future workouts. If you are
looking for or need more detailed assistance
getting started in an exercise program,
consider a FITQUEST appointment.
FITQUEST (14 and up) By Appointment Ongoing Included with
Our trained wellness coaches will teach, Membership
guide, 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.
Personal Training (12 and up) By Appointment Ongoing Package Rates Apply
Our certified trainers will design personalized
workouts based on your goals and interests.
Your first session will be a consultation to
ensure that your trainer develops the best
plan to meet your needs and help you achieve
your goals.
Y for All Fitness Training (12 and up) By Appointment Ongoing Package Rates Apply
For individuals with diverse abilities requiring
ongoing one-on-one assistance to complete
their exercise routine.
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FITNESS
Group Fitness Classes See schedule in branch Ongoing Included with
*No registration required.14 years & up or the YMCA of Delaware Membership
unless designated as Family Friendly. Family App
ADULT PROGRAMS
friendly classes are for youth 8 and up with a
participating adult.
Couch 2 5K (14 and up) Monday, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Spring 1 Included with
The C25K is a FREE program that allows you to Spring 2 Membership
ease yourself into a running program, and will Summer
have you running 3 miles (or 5K) on a regular
basis in just 8 weeks. No running experience
is necessary. Train weekly with the group and
follow along with the homework assignments.
At the conclusion of the training program,
celebrate your success by participating in a
local 5K event.
Group Circuit (14 and up) Friday, Spring 1 Included with
This is a 55 minute class of interval style 10:15 - 11 a.m. Spring 2 Membership
training geared to increase your strength Summer
and cardiovascular ability. This class is
appropriate for an intermediate exerciser
who wants to get to the next level.
Senior Circuit (18 and up) Tuesday, Spring 1 Included with
This is a 45 minute class of interval style 11 a.m. - 11:55 p.m. Spring 2 Membership
training geared to increase your strength Summer
and cardiovascular ability. This class is
appropriate for an intermediate exerciser.
Women & Weights (18 and up) Monday, Spring 1 Included with
In this class, we combine cardio and weight 10 - 10:55 a.m. Spring 2 Membership
training in a comfortable and welcoming Summer
atmosphere. In this women only group you Wednesday,
will learn how to incorporate interval training 10 - 10:55 a.m.
into your workout routine, followed by a
short and intense abdominal/core workout.
TRX Basics (14 and up) Sunday, 12 - 12:45 p.m. Spring 1 Included with
This 4-week class will teach you the fundamental Tuesday, 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. Spring 2 Membership
exercises of suspension training for lower body, Wednesday, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Summer
upper body, and core as well as how to progress
each exercise. It will also prepare you to move to
the TRX Total Body Class.
TRX Total Body (14 and up) Tuesday, Spring 1 Spring 1: $40
*TRX Basics or TRX experience is required 4:30 - 5:25 p.m. Spring 2 Spring 2: $46
prior to attending TRX Advanced. Once 5:30 - 6:25 p.m. Summer
you’ve learned the basics of TRX, take your Summer: $57
Thursday,
training to the next level. The class profile 5:45 - 6:40 a.m. *Members Only
changes every week, so you can expect new Sunday,
and exciting challenges. 11 - 11:55 a.m.
TRX Silver Straps (18 and up) Thursday, Spring 1 Spring 1: $25
Silver Straps is a TRX Suspension training 11 - 12 p.m. Spring 2 Spring 2: $29
class designed for the active older adult. TRX Summer
is an ideal system for active seniors who want Summer: $36
to increase strength, flexibility and balance *Members Only
by building a stronger core. In this 55 minute
group training you will explore a variety of
exercises that will improve your health.
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FITNESS Les Mills GRIT (18 and up) Tuesdays, Spring 1 Spring 1: $40 LES MILLS GRIT© is a 30 minute high-intensity 7:30 - 8 p.m. Spring 2 Spring 2: $46 interval training (HIIT) workout designed with Summer Summer: $57 short rounds of high-intensity exercise followed by periods of strategic recovery. The secret to *Members Only ultimate results is not adding more workouts to your routine, but increasing their intensity. Beginners Strength Training for Runners Monday, Spring I Included with (14 and up) 7 - 7:45 p.m. Spring 2 Membership Whether you are a new runner or new to Summer strength training, this FREE beginner’s class is for you. Following a “Learn, Practice, Perfect” format, the group will perform basic workouts that incorporate functional strength movements specific to runners. This class will slow things down and allow you to learn exercises and reduce risk of injury. Advanced Strength Training for Runners Monday, Spring I Spring 1: $40 (14 and up) 6 - 6:55 a.m. Spring 2 Spring 2: $46 For most runners, the largest benefit of Thursday, Summer Summer: $57 strength training is a reduction in running 6:45 - 7:40 p.m. injuries. This class incorporates treadmill drills and a circuit style strength workout of basic *Members Only movements that all runners should be able to do such as lunges, squats, and planks. With stronger muscles, connective tissues, and more resilience to fatigue, you’ll reduce injuries and enjoy running instead of sitting on the sidelines. Class size is limited. BOOM Tuesdays, Spring 1 Spring 1: $40 This class is designed specifically for baby 10 - 10:55 a.m. Spring 2 Spring 2: $46 boomers who want to stay fit, get results, feel Summer Summer: $57 energized and hang out with friends all at the same time. Classes are exclusively for active *Members Only agers searching for a faster-paced class set at the right intensity level. BEAR FIT Monday, Spring 1 Spring 1: $40 A complete cardio and strength challenge 5:30-6:25 a.m. Spring 2 Spring 2: $46 that demands everything you’ve got. Use your 9-9:55 a.m. Summer Summer: $57 body weight, ropes, sleds, tires and other fun Tuesday, equipment to create innovative sequences that 4:30-5:25 p.m. *Members Only will crush your personal best and finish with an Thursday active recovery. My Zone heart rate monitors 9:30-10:25a.m. highly recommended. IMPACT Monday, Spring 1 Spring 1: $40 Hit your goals harder with a dose of the “sweet 5:30-6:15 p.m. Spring 2 Spring 2: $46 science”. No other workout can bring you the Summer Summer: $57 excitement, the intensity and physical benefits of working on the heavy bag. Participants will *Members Only train to move, look and feel like a CHAMPION! 10 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORG
ADULT PROGRAMS
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Diabetes Prevention Program
The YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program is an evidence-
based program recognized by the Centers for Disease For details and fee information, contact the
Control and Prevention. This 12-month program is Healthy Living Department at healthyliving@ymcade.org
designed to help individuals with prediabetes reduce or (302) 572-9622.
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 For details and Program Free to Members and
These small group sessions are facilitated by certified fee information, Starts Non-Members
YMCA instructors who assist participants in a variety contact the Healthy March 4
of physical activity options including cardiovascular Living Department and goes
conditioning, strength training, balance and flexibility. at healthyliving@ on for 12
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA creates a welcoming ymcade.org or (302) weeks
community in which survivors can develop supportive 572-9622.
relationships and improve their qualify of life.
Weight Loss Program Visit the Member Services Desk for details and
When it comes to losing weight, there isn’t a “one size registration information.
fits all” strategy. That’s why the YMCA’s Weight Loss
Program teaches you how to design your own plan that
you can sustain over time. Led by a trained facilitator
who creates a safe and supportive environment for
all, participants in the program meet in a small group
setting for one-hour each week for 12 weeks. Our
facilitators guide discussions on goal setting, balanced
eating, physical activity, stress, mindfulness and more.
SPORTS
Basketball League (35 and up) Please see our Spring Member: $50
Join us to compete in a safe and friendly environment. The website for days & Summer Community: $70
adult basketball league encourages adults to stay active in times LOCATION: Bear
a game setting. There will be one game per week. There is Glasgow YMCA Gym
a 4 team minimum for the league to run.
Instructional Archery (18 and up) Please see our Spring Member: $80
This beginner class consists of an 8-week curriculum that website for days & Summer Community: $125
introduces students to safety, form, shot sequence, and times
focus. Upon completion, all students should be able to LOCATION: Bear
execute the correct shot sequence, from stance to Glasgow YMCA Camp
follow-through. Archery Range
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THIS 12-WEEK PROGRAM IS OFFERED AT
NO COST FOR CANCER SURVIVORS
BUILD MUSCLE IMPROVE MENTAL INCREASE ENDURANCE,
AND STRENGTH WELLBEING FLEXIBILITY & ENERGY
The LIVESTRONG® program supports the increasing number of cancer survivors who find themselves
on the journey from completing their treatment to feeling physically and emotionally strong enough
to return to normal life. These small group sessions are facilitated by certified YMCA instructors
who assist participants in a variety of physical activity options including cardiovascular conditioning,
strength training, balance and flexibility. LIVESTRONG® creates a welcoming community in which
survivors can develop supportive relationships and improve their qualify of life.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Any adult 18+ who is living with or beyond cancer treatment.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
There is no cost for participants.
HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAM?
The program is 12 weeks long. Groups meet two times per week.
WHERE AND WHEN IS IT OFFERED?
See a list of classes on the website at www.ymcade.org/livestrong.
QUESTIONS?
To learn more about class enrollment and availability, please contact the Healthy Living Department at
healthyliving@ymcade.org or 302-572-9622.
www.ymcade.org/livestrong
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SWIM LESSONS
Adults Swim Basics (17 and up) *Visit ymcade.org or the Spring I Visit ymcade.org or
Adults learn personal water safety and achieve Member Services Desk for Spring 2 the Member
basic swimming competency by learning day and time options. Summer Services Desk for
two benchmark sills: (1) Swim, float, swim - pricing information.
sequencing front glide, roll, back float, front
glide and exit (2) Jump, push, turn, grab. This
class is appropriate for those working to swim
a length of the pool or take their feet off the
bottom of the pool. We will focus on individual
results.
Adult Swim Strokes (17 and up) *Visit ymcade.org or the Spring I Visit ymcade.org or
Having mastered the fundamentals, students Member Services Desk for Spring 2 the Member Services
learn additional water safety skills and build day and time options. Summer Desk for pricing
stroke technique, developing skills that prevent information.
chronic disease, increase social-emotional
and cognitive well-being and foster a lifetime
of physical activity. This class is appropriate
for all abilities and for those who can swim a
length or more of the pool unassisted. We will
focus on individual results.
Private Swim Lessons Contact: Meghan Fiorelli, Spring I Member:
Learn how to swim at your own pace or work mfiorelli@ymcade.org Spring 2 15 min - $110
individually with a swim instructor to meet Summer 30 min - $220
your goals. Request forms are available at Community:
the Member Services Desk. Price includes six 15 min - $150
sessions. 30 min - $260
Water Fitness Classes See website or app for days Spring I FREE to full members
Have you thought about moving your workout and times. Schedules are Spring 2
to the water? Jump in the pool and make a also available at the Member Summer
splash in water Aerobics, Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi Services Desk.
and more! The water’s resistance can improve *No Registration Required
strength, 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.
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PROGRAMMING
CHILD CARE
Before School Care Grades K - 5 Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. to 2020/2021 Member: $230
(Christina and Colonial start of school School Year Community: $300
District)
After School Care Grades K - 5 Monday - Friday, end of 2020/2021 Member: $305
(Christina, Colonial and school to 6 p.m. School Year Community: $395
Newark Charter)
Before & After Grades K - 5 Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. 2020/2021 Member: $385
School Care to start of school & end of School Year Community: $470
(Christina, Colonial and school to 6 p.m.
Newark Charter)
In Service and Holiday Grades K - 5 Scheduled School Days Off 2020/2021 Member: $50
Program School Year Community: $65
(Before or After School
Care Participants)
BEFORE AND AFTER
DISTRICT POC SITE ID Delaware Stars Level
SCHOOL LOCATIONS
Jones Elementary 1710179400 Not Enrolled
Keene Elementary 1710236900 Level 4
Christina School Leasure Elementary 1710129100 Level 4
District
Marshall Elementary 1710129300 Level 5
McVey Elementary 1710129200 Level 5
Carrie Downie Elementary 1710387200 Level 5
Castle Hills Elementary 1710420600 Not Enrolled
CEEP (Colwyck) 1710371800 Not Enrolled
Colonial School New Castle Elementary 1710451100 Not Enrolled
District Pleasantville Elementary 1710367100 Level 5
Southern Elementary 1710236800 Level 5
Wilbur Elementary 1710388000 Level 5
Wilmington Manor 1710387300 Level 5
Newark Charter
(Charter provides Newark Charter 1710409500 Not Enrolled
transportation to the
Bear-Glasgow YMCA)
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Creative Dance 3-4 Years Please see our website Spring 1 Member: $65
Designed for beginner level dancers, your for days & times. Spring 2 community: $95
child will be introduced to the very basic Summer
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fundamentals of ballet through fun, age
appropriate movement, stretches and song.
Pre-Ballet 4-5 Years Please see our website Spring 1 Member: $65
Designed for beginner level dancers, this for days & times. Spring 2 community: $95
class will continue to emphasize the basic Summer
fundamentals of ballet through stretching
and movement as well as introduce arm and
foot positions.
Ballet 1 6-12 Please see our website Spring 1 Member: $65
Dancers will be introduced to correct arm and Years for days & times. Spring 2 community: $95
foot positions, correct ballet terminology, Summer
stretching and proper technique.
Tap 6-12 Please see our website Spring 1 Member: $65
Tie on your tap shoes and join the long- Years for days & times. Spring 2 community: $95
loved tradition of tap dancing! Tap promotes Summer
coordination and an acute sense of rhythmic
patterns. Warm-ups, combinations, and short
routines are a part of the tap curriculum.
Exercises focus on building flexibility of the
knee and ankles, coordination, and speed of
movement. The class emphasis is on developing
proper tap technique, producing clear tap
sounds and having fun.
Hip Hop 6-12 Please see our website Spring 1 Member: $65
Designed for beginner level dancers, your child Years for days & times. Spring 2 community: $95
will be introduced to Hip Hop fundamentals, Summer
music and culture.
BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA • (302) 836-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 15HEALTH & FITNESS Fitness Center Orientation 12-13 By appointment Ongoing Included with Upon completion of orientations and signed years membership parent agreement, youth ages 12-13 can gain access to the Adult Fitness Center. Access does not include the Free Weight area. Group Exercise 14 and up See schedule in Ongoing Included with Make friends, exercise to great music and branch or the YMCA membership experience the fun and energy that only group of Delaware App exercise can provide. YOUTH PERSONAL TRAINING 7 and up By appointment Ongoing Package rates We will meet one on one with your child and apply train them with programs specifically designed for their needs and goals! Each session will last up to 45 minutes. Kid Cardio 5 - 13 See schedule in Ongoing Included with This 45 minute class is designed to keep kids years branch or the YMCA membership continuously moving through various cardio of Delaware App activities such as relays, obstacle courses, and games. 16 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORG
HEALTH & FITNESS
Family Yoga Families See schedule in Ongoing Included with
This class provides families with an opportunity with kids 4 branch or the YMCA membership
to connect and engage through learning yogic and up of Delaware App
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principles and performing child friendly yoga
poses and breathing techniques. Families will
learn yoga sequences to build energy, focus
and concentration, and/or instill peace and
calmness.
Family Zumba® Families See schedule in Ongoing Included with
Fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to with kids 4 branch or the YMCA membership
follow moves to create a dynamic fitness and up of Delaware App
program that will blow you and your kids
away. Add some Latin flavor and international
zest into the mix and you’ve got Zumba!
MOVEMENT
Petite Energy 1-2 years Saturday, Spring I Member: $62
Come have fun through exploration with animal with parent 9:45 -10:30 a.m. Spring 2 Community: $81
movements, soft play equipment, colors, shapes, Summer
bubbles, and music. Enjoy special time with your
little ones! Children will attend classes with
active parental participation.
Lil’ Movers 2-3 years Saturday, Spring I Member: $62
Come Learn the fundamental skills of sports, with parent 11:15 a.m. -12 p.m. Spring 2 Community: $81
tumbling, music and so much more. Class Summer
participants build confidence in a non-
competitive atmosphere. Instruction will focus
on large motor skill development through
various activities and game play. Water bottles
may be brought to class. Children will attend
classes with active parental participation.
BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA • (302) 836-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 17EVERY TEEN AT THE Y
HAS AN OPPORTUNITY
TO ENVISION AND
PURSUE A POSITIVE
FUTURE
LEADERSHIP TWEEN/TEEN
Junior Leaders Grades Monday, September 23 - Member: $25
This program is designed to help build new 3-7 6 - 7 p.m. May 11 Community: $35
friendships, learn something about yourself,
and give back to the community. The core
values of the YMCA (Caring, Honesty, Respect
& Responsibility) will be a focus. There will be
opportunities to learn leadership skills and
play fun games at the YMCA. Participants can
join anytime through the school year.
Teen Leaders Grades Monday, September 23 - Member: $25
Teen Leaders is a productive, fun group 8 - 12 6 - 7 p.m. May 11 Community: $35
where teens get together to make
contributions to their community. They will
plan fundraisers to earn money for special
trips and charities, and volunteer within
the community. Teens will also make strong
friendships that can last a lifetime.
S.P.O.R.T. (Substance. Prevention. Grades Thursdays, October 3 - May 14 FREE Membership
Optimizing. Robust. Teens.) 7 - 12 6 - 7:30 p.m. Included. To
This evidence-based program and support register, email
group is centered around physical fitness Antonio Thornton
activities and conversations about healthy at athornton@
eating, alcohol use and substance use. A ymcade.org.
healthy snack is provided.
Model Legislative & Judicial Youth Grades Thursday, January 9 - April 9 Member &
In Government 9-12 6:30 - 8 p.m. Community: $325
Youth in Government (YIG) offers model Conferences:
legislative and judicial experiences to youth. March 7
Weekly meetings begin in January and April 3 - 5
continue leading up to the Training and
Elections Conference in mid-March, and the
culminating event, Model Legislative and
Judicial Conferences in April. Both events
will take place in Dover, DE at Legislative
Hall and the Kent County Court House.
Visit www.DEYIG.ORG for meeting times,
fees and dates.
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Financial assistance is available.SPORTS
All Sports Clinic 4 - 6 years Please see our Spring I Member: $67
Come on out and try participating in different website for Spring 2 Community: $97
sports. Throughout the session you will get to days & times. Summer
learn the exciting games of soccer, football, and
basketball.
Archery Clinic - Instructional 7-10 years Please see our Spring I Member: $100
Our Beginner Archery program gradually teaches 11-14 years website for Spring 2 Community: $150
kids patience, confidence, and the skills needed to days & times. Summer
succeed as beginner archers.
Instructional Basketball Skills Clinic Co-Ed 4-6 years Please see our Spring I Member: $67
This program is a great introduction to basketball. 7-9 years website for Spring 2 Community: $97
It is a hands-on, fundamentals instruction class led 10-14 years days & times. Summer
by an instructor. Parent involvement is encouraged.
Intermediate Basketball Skills Clinic 8-10 years Please see our Spring I Member: $67
In this clinic, we teach more advanced ball handling, 11-14 years website for Spring 2 Community: $97
shooting and defense. This clinic also teaches days & times. Summer
strategies, both offensively and defensively.
Participants learn how to set screens, use screens,
box out, read defenses, and move without the ball.
Capoeira Instructional 5-7 years Please see our Spring I Member: $67
Capoeira is a martial art that combines elements 8-12 years website for Spring 2 Community: $97
of dance, acrobatics, and music with a focus on days & times Summer
developing athleticism, strength, respect, discipline
and coordination. In Capoeira class, kids and teens
will work on their flexibility, reflex, agility, rhythm,
basic acrobatic skills, and bolster their self-
confidence. In addition, youth develop Portuguese
language skills by learning basic greetings, commands,
Capoeira songs and general vocabulary.
Flag Football Skills Clinic Co-Ed 6-14 years Please see our Spring 1 Spring (5 weeks)
This is a developmental clinic that offers a place website for Summer Member: $45
for kids to learn the basics of flag football through days & times. Community: $65
fun, age appropriate games and drills. This is for
players of every skill level. Summer (8 weeks)
member: $67
community: $97
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Flag Football League Co-Ed 6-8* years Please see our Spring Member: $74
This is a co-ed, non-contact football league that 9-12* years website for Community: $109
will focus on fun and skill development. days & times.
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13-14* years
*Age groups will travel to other YMCAs in Delaware.
Jerseys included.
Karate Program Little Tigers 4-7 years Please see our Spring I Member: $72
This is a 45-minute class that introduces young website for Spring 2 Community: $125
children to the art of Kenpo Karate. It is geared days & times. Summer
towards developing coordination, basic motor skills,
balance and stretching with an emphasis on the fun
aspects of Karate. We strive to build coordination,
concentration and confidence in each student as
well as teach courtesy, fair play and a sense of
accomplishment through disciplined classroom
activities.
Kenpo Karate For Kids 8-12 years Please see our Spring I Member: $72
This is a 45 minute class that introduces older website for Spring 2 Community: $125
children to the art of Kenpo Karate. All children need days & times. Summer
to develop a sense of confidence and security within
themselves. Kenpo Karate provides a system of
defense which serves as a basis for the development
of confidence, self-esteem, respect for discipline,
responsibility and achievement. Children develop their
inner strengths, learning to rely on their personal
integrity, convictions and abilities.
Soccer Skills Clinic 3 - 14 years Please see our Summer Spring (5 weeks)
This is a developmental clinic that offers a place for website for Member: $45
kids to learn the basics of soccer through fun, age days & times. Community: $65
appropriate, games and drills. This is for players of Summer (8 weeks)
every skill level. Member: $67
Community :$97
Soccer League Co-Ed 3-4 years, Please see Spring Member: $74
This is a developmental league that offers a 5-6 years, our website Community: $109
place for every player, regardless of skill level, to 7-8 years, for days and
participate and learn the game of soccer. *Age 9-10 years times.
groups will travel to other YMCAs in Delaware. 11-13 years
Jerseys included.
Volleyball Instructional Skills Clinic Co-Ed 8-10 years & Please see our Spring I Member: $67
This program is a great introduction to volleyball. It is 11-14 years website for Spring 2 Community: $97
a hands on, fundamentals, instruction class led by an days & times. Summer
experienced staff.
Tennis Clinic Instructional 6-8 years & Please see our Spring I Member: $67
This clinic is designed to help you learn the basic 9-12 years website for Spring 2 Community: $97
fundamentals of tennis. The children will learn how days & times. Summer
to use a forehand and backhand, along with other
exciting parts of the game, from an experienced
instructor.
BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA • (302) 836-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 21SWIM LESSONS
(Summer swim schedules will be posted at www.ymcade.org and in the branch by May 1, 2020.)
Swim Starters, A (Parent/Child) 6 - 19 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Introduces infants and toddlers to the months the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
aquatic environment. Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
options.
Swim Starters, B (Parent/Child) 20 months Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Focuses on exploring body positions, - 3 years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
blowing bubbles and fundamental Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
safety and aquatic skills. options.
Pre-School Swim Basics Level 1 3-5 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
(with parent) years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
This class is for the child who is not Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
quite ready to be in the class alone. options.
A parent or trusted adult will come
into the water at the beginning and
transition out of the pool gradually
throughout the session. Increases
comfort with underwater exploration
and introduces basic self-rescue
skills performed with assistance.
Pre-School Swim Basics, Level 1 3-5 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Increases comfort with underwater years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
exploration and introduces basic self- Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
rescue skills performed with assistance. options.
Pre-School Swim Basics, Level 2 3-5 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Encourages forward movement in water years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
and basic self-rescue skills performed Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
independently. options.
Pre-School Swim Basics, Level 3 3-5 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Continues forward movement skills years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
previously developed without flotation Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
device, and develops intermediate options.
self-rescue skills performed at longer
distances than in previous stages.
22 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORGSWIM LESSONS
(Summer swim schedules will be posted at www.ymcade.org and in the branch by May 1, 2020.)
Pre-School Swim Strokes, Level 4 3 - 5 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Introduces basic stroke technique in years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
front crawl and reinforces water safety Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
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through treading water and elementary options.
backstroke.
Youth Swim Basics, Level 1 6 - 12 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Increases comfort with underwater years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
exploration and introduces basic self- Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
rescue skills performed with assistance. options.
Youth Swim Basics, Level 2 6 - 12 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Encourages forward movement in water years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
and basic self-rescue skills performed Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
independently. options.
Youth Swim Basics, Level 3 6 - 12 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Continues forward movement skills years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
previously developed without Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
flotation device, and develops options.
intermediate self-rescue skills
performed at longer distances than in
previous stages.
Youth Swim Strokes, 6 - 12 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Level 4 years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
Introduces basic stroke technique in Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
front crawl and reinforces water safety options.
through treading water and elementary
backstroke.
Youth Swim Strokes, Level 5 6 - 12 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Introduces breaststroke and butterfly, years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
and reinforces water safety through Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
treading water and sidestroke. options.
Youth Swim Strokes, Level 6 6 - 12 Visit ymcade.org, or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Refines stroke technique on all major years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
competitive strokes and encourages Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
swimming as part of a healthy lifestyle. options.
Youth Homeschool 6 - 12 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Children will be grouped together years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
based on comfort in the water and Desk for day and time for pricing information.
swim abilities. Swim lessons provide options.
your child with potentially life-saving
skills to protect them around water
as well as expand their physical
activity capabilities that can be for
leisure or sport.
Private Swim Lessons 4 years Contact: Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Learn how to swim at your own and older Meghan Fiorelli Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
pace or work individually with a mfiorelli@ymcade.org Summer for pricing information.
swim instructor to meet your goals.
Request forms are available at the
Member Services Desk. *4 year olds
must be self-propelling, unassisted.
BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA • (302) 836-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 23SWIM LESSONS
(Summer swim schedules will be posted at www.ymcade.org and in the branch by May 1, 2020.)
Teen Swim Basics 13 - 17 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Adults learn personal water safety years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
and achieve basic swimming Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
competency by learning two options.
benchmark sills: (1) Swim, float,
swim - sequencing front glide, roll,
back float, front glide and exit (2)
Jump, push, turn, grab. This class
is appropriate for those working to
swim a length of the pool or take
their feet off the bottom of the pool.
We will focus on individual results.
Teen Swim Strokes 13 - 17 Visit ymcade.org or Spring I Visit www.ymcade.org or
Having mastered the fundamentals, years the Member Services Spring 2 the Member Services Desk
students learn additional water Desk for day and time Summer for pricing information.
safety skills and build stroke options.
technique, developing skills that
prevent chronic disease, increase
social-emotional and cognitive well-
being and foster a lifetime of physical
activity. This class is appropriate for
all abilities that can swim a length or
more of the pool unassisted. We will
focus on individual results.
SWIM TEAM - SUMMER
Summer Bears Swim Team 5 - 18 Tryouts in April/May May - Visit www.
Our Summer swim team competes against other local years - see facility for July ymcade.org,
swim clubs as part of the Suburban Swim League. dates and times. or the Member
Minimum Requirements: Services Desk
The swimmer must swim 25 yards (1 length of the pool) Practices will begin for pricing
of freestyle and backstroke unassisted and without the in May. The season information.
use of a flotation device. will kick off in June
*2020 Swim Season: Limited Space Available. and finish at the end
of July.
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Panda Bears 4-7 Monday, Spring I Visit www.
Introduction to competitive swimming. Swimmers years 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. Spring 2 ymcade.org,
will learn the fundamentals of competitive or the Member
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Wednesday,
swimming in a fun and educational environment. 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. Services Desk
This includes the introduction the three competitive for pricing
strokes (backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle). information.
Minimum Requirements:
The swimmer must pass the Swim Strokes Level 4
class in the YMCA swim lesson program or posses
the ability to swim 25 yards (1 length of the pool)
of freestyle and backstroke unassisted and without
the use of a flotation device.
Polar Bears 8 - 12 Tuesday, Spring I Visit www.
Introduction to competitive swimming. Swimmers years 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring 2 ymcade.org,
will learn the fundamentals of competitive Thursday, or the Member
swimming in a fun and educational environment. 6:40 - 7:40 p.m. Services Desk
This includes the introduction of the three for pricing
competitive strokes (backstroke, breaststroke and information.
freestyle).
Minimum Requirements:
The swimmer must pass the Swim Strokes Level 4
class in the YMCA swim lesson program or posses
the ability to swim 25 yards (1 length of the pool)
of freestyle and backstroke unassisted and without
the use of a flotation device.
Swim Team Prep 8 - 18 Tuesday, Spring I Visit www.
This program is designed for anyone interested in years 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring 2 ymcade.org,
participating in swim team. Swimmers build upon Thursday, Summer or the Member
skills learned in the Swim Strokes 5/6 lessons or 6:40 - 7:40 p.m. Services Desk
the Panda / Polar Bears pre-competitive swim for pricing
lessons. The continued focus is on stroke technique information.
as well as the introduction of basic swim workouts
which will help swimmers to become proficient in
all four of the competitive strokes and continue
to increase their endurance in preparation for the
Bear-Glasgow Y’s Summer Swim Team.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be able to swim 50 yards (1 lap up and back
of the pool) of freestyle with rotary breathing. They
must also be able to complete 25 yards (1 length
of the pool) of either breaststroke or butterfly.
Swim Stroke Mechanics 8 - 18 Saturday, Spring I Visit www.
This class is designed for those students who can years 11:35 - 12:35 p.m. Spring 2 ymcade.org,
swim freestyle and backstroke for 100 yards and or the Member
breaststroke for 50 yards. The primary concentration Services Desk
of the class will be on the mechanics of each for pricing
stroke, introducing butterfly and swim team drills. information.
*Prerequisites: Must complete Swim Strokes 6
BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA • (302) 836-YMCA • WWW.YMCADE.ORG | 25LESSON SELECTOR
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.
26 | VIEW CURRENT SCHEDULES ONLINE AT WWW.YMCADE.ORGInfant & Toddler Preschool School Age Teen & Adult
Stages of Learning 6 mos.–3 yrs. 3–5 yrs. 5–12 yrs. 12+ yrs.
Stages A–B Stages 1–4 Stages 1–6 Stages 1–6
SW IM S TA RT E RS SW IM BASIC S SW IM STROKE S PAT HWAYS
Parent & child lessons Recommended skills for all to have around water Skills to support a healthy lifestyle Specialized tracks
A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 Competition
Water Water Water Water Water Stroke Stroke Stroke
Discovery Exploration Acclimation Movement Stamina Introduction Development Mechanics
Blow bubbles Blow bubbles Submerge Submerge Submerge Endurance Endurance Endurance Leadership
on surface, mouth & nose bob independently look at object on retrieve object in any stroke or any stroke or any stroke or
assisted submerged, bottom chest-deep water combination of combination of combination of
assisted Front glide strokes, 25 yd. strokes, 50 yd. strokes, 150 yd.
Front tow assisted, to wall, Front glide Swim on front
chin in water, Front tow 5 ft. 10 ft. (5 ft. 15 yd. (10 yd. Front crawl Front crawl Front crawl
Recreation
assisted blow bubbles, preschool) preschool) rotary breathing, bent-arm flip turn,
assisted Water exit 15 yd. recovery, 50 yd.
Water exit independently Water exit Water exit 25 yd.
parent & child Water exit independently independently Back crawl Back crawl
together assisted Jump, push, 15 yd. Back crawl pull & flip turn,
turn, grab Jump, push, Jump, swim, pull, 25 yd. 50 yd.
Water entry Water entry assisted turn, grab turn, swim, grab Dive
parent & child assisted 10 yd. sitting Dive Dive
together Back float Back float kneeling standing
Back float assisted, 20 secs. (10 secs. Swim on back Resting stroke
Back float assisted, head 10 secs., recover preschool) 15 yd. (10 yd. elementary Resting stroke Resting stroke
assisted, head on on chest independently preschool) backstroke, sidestroke, elementary
shoulder Roll 15 yd. 25 yd. backstroke or
Roll Roll Roll sidestroke,
Roll assisted assisted Front float Tread water Tread water 50 yd.
assisted 20 secs. (10 secs. Tread water scissor & whip scissor & whip
Front float Front float preschool) 1 min. & exit kick, 1 min. kick, 2 mins. Tread water
Front float blow bubbles, assisted, (30 secs. retrieve object
chin in water, assisted 10 secs., recover Back glide preschool) Breaststroke Breaststroke off bottom,
assisted independently 10 ft. (5 ft. kick, 15 yd. 25 yd. tread 1 min.
Back tow preschool) Swim, float,
Back tow assisted, head Back glide swim Butterfly Butterfly Breaststroke
assisted, head on on chest assisted, at wall, Tread water 25 yd. (15 yd. kick, 15 yd. simultaneous arm open turn,
shoulder 5 ft. 10 secs., near preschool) action & kick, 50 yd.
Monkey crawl wall, & exit 15 yd.
Wall grab assisted, on edge, Swim, float, Butterfly
assisted 5 ft. swim Swim, float, swim 25 yd.
assisted, 10 ft. 5 yd.
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the human potential, self-esteem, and dignity of all people. Our organization exists to develop and practice the
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