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SUMMER IS
COOLER HERE
WESTFIELD AREA Y
Summer 2015 Session Guide
June 21-August 29
PRIORITY REGISTRATION
begins 6:00PM Thursday, 6/4
for Gold and Silver Members
OPEN REGISTRATION
begins 7:30AM Monday, 6/8
for Program and Non Members
TABLE OF CONTENTS YOU BELONG AT THE Y.
Adult Group Interest......................................................................Page 10
Aquatics: Adult Fitness & Instruction.........................................Page 8 The Y is for youth development, healthy
Youth-Teen Competitive ..............................................Page 14 living and social responsibility.
Parent/Child, Youth, Teen Instruction .......................Page 11-13
FACILITIES
Policies ...........................................................................Page 13
Camp ................................................................................................Page 16
MAIN FACILITY
Child Care Education......................................................................Page 18-20
Community Partnerships...............................................................Page 9
NEW! Dance Academy ...................................................................Page 10 220 CLARK STREET, WESTFIELD
Family...............................................................................................Page 9 908-233-2700
Financial Assistance ......................................................................Page 4 • 25-yard indoor swimming pool (approx. 80°-82º)
Fitness Classes...............................................................................Page 6-8 • 20-yard indoor warm water swimming pool (approx. 86º-88°)
Hours ...............................................................................................Page 2 • Air-conditioned double gym with climbing wall
• Cardio Room (ages 13+): 70 pieces of equipment
Kids Club Babysitting ....................................................................Page 3
• Fitness Express Center (ages 7+; ages 7-9 with parent):
Membership & General Policies ...................................................Page 3-4 hydraulic equipment designed to be used in 30-min. circuit
Nutrition..........................................................................................Page 5 • Free Weight Room (ages 15+): cable column, squat racks and
Parties & Celebrations ..................................................................Page 15 more equipment
Personal Training ...........................................................................Page 5 • Strength Training Room (ages 13+): 30+ pieces of equipment
Special Populations .........................................................................Page 9 • Separate men’s and women’s fitness centers
Sports: Adult...................................................................................Page 5 • Two air-conditioned racquetball courts
Youth/Teen........................................................................Pages 14-15 • 3,600 sq. ft. fitness studio with spring-loaded wood floor
and skylights
• Showers, lockers and changing facilities
SUMMER MEMBERSHIP SPECIALS •
•
Wheelchair accessible family locker rooms
Steam Room (men’s locker rooms)
PLUS no Joiner’s Fee… $100 value! • Whirlpool & Sauna (men’s and women’s fitness centers)
• School-Age Complement and full-day Kindergarten classrooms
Whole Summer, Whole Family… only $325 for ages K-5th grade
• Fully accessible entrance for physically-challenged individuals
Whole Summer, Individual Adult… only $225
Attention College Students!… $99 for the entire summer
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICES
Must not have been a full facility member for the last 60 days. Summer 111 FERRIS PLACE, WESTFIELD
memberships end 9/6/15. 908-223-8820
• Human Resources, Finance, Conference Rooms
MAIN FACILITY HOURS ROBERT & VIRGINIA BAUER FAMILY BRANCH
422 EAST BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD
MONDAY-FRIDAY 5:00AM-10:30PM
908-233-2700 x423
SATURDAY 6:00AM-8:00PM • NAEYC-accredited Early Learning programs for ages
SUNDAY 7:00AM-8:00PM 2 ½-Kindergarten
WELCOME CENTER HOURS (MAIN FACILITY LOBBY)
• Youth programs
• Outdoor playground and multi-purpose room
MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:30AM-8:00PM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY 8:00AM-6:00PM EARLY LEARNING CENTER
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170 ELM STREET, WESTFIELD
CLOSED SATURDAY, 7/4 (INDEPENDENCE DAY) 908-654-8460
• NAEYC-accredited Early Learning for ages 6 months-5 years
• Outdoor playground and Indoor Gross Motor Room
REFER-A-FRIEND PROGRAM GARWOOD FAMILY CENTER Y
500 EAST STREET, GARWOOD
Thank you for sharing the benefits of your
908-301-1616
Y! In recognition of your friend joining our • Early Learning programs for ages 2 ½-5 years
Y family as a full facility member, we have • School-Age Complement for grades K-6
a $50 gift card for each of you. • Drop-In flexible care
• Outdoor playgrounds, fields and Indoor Gross Motor Room
New members must not have been a full • Family Fitness Center (call for hours)
facility member in the last 60 days.
CRANFORD COMMUNITY CENTER
220 WALNUT AVENUE, CRANFORD
908-233-2700 x423
Like “westfieldareay” www.westfieldynj.org • Early Learning programs for ages 3-5 years
on Facebook! (Cranford residents only)
2 WESTFIELD AREA Y • 908-233-2700 • WWW.WESTFIELDYNJ.ORG • FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE
» MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGES MEMBERSHIP RATES
Monthly Joiner’s
SILVER MEMBERSHIPS
Full Memberships Fee Fee
• Access to Main Facility including two pools, double gym, free-weight
room, cardio room, strength training room and Fitness Express Center Family (2 adult Silver) $85.42
• Access to Men’s, Women’s, Boy’s, and Family silver locker rooms
✓
Family (1 adult Gold/1 adult Silver) $110.00
• Over 80 group fitness classes and water fitness classes
✓
(some additional specialty classes with fee) Family (2 adult Gold) $124.83 ✓
• Racquetball (reservations requested; equipment provided) Single Parent Family (Silver) $75.00
• Kids Club (babysitting) for an additional fee
✓
Single Parent Family (Gold) $106.00
• Fee reduction on classes & programs ✓
• Priority program registration Adult (age 27+) Silver $56.92 ✓
Adult (age 18+) Gold $83.17
GOLD MEMBERSHIPS
✓
Senior (age 65+) Silver $42.67
• All Silver Membership privileges ✓
• Free group fitness classes Senior (age 65+) Gold $62.34 ✓
• Free Kids Club (babysitting) for ages 1-11 years (fee for infants) Senior Family (2 adult Silver) $64.00
• Access to separate Men’s & Women’s Fitness Centers that include
✓
Senior Family (1 adult Gold/1 adult Silver) $77.17
additional cardio and strength training equipment, towel service, ✓
limited laundry service, whirlpool, and sauna Senior Family (2 adult Gold) $93.50 ✓
• Steam room (Men's Fitness Center only) Young Adult (age 18-26) Silver $40.00 --
Teen (age 13-17 or H.S. Student) Silver $22.09 --
LIMITED MEMBERSHIPS
PROGRAM MEMBERSHIP Limited Memberships Fee
• Required for access to Westfield Area Y programs
• Gym & family swim time as indicated on schedules. Parent/guardian Program (up to age 12) $120 annual --
(up to 2 adults) must accompany children. $3 per person Pre-Teen Plus (age 10-12) $13.75/mo. --
7th Grade Initiative FREE --
PRE-TEEN PLUS MEMBERSHIP
• All Program Membership privileges On The Way (age 18+) $50 --
• Access to Fitness Express Center
• Access to Racquetball courts Monday-Friday: until 4:45PM; • Family memberships: include a maximum of 2 adults and dependents up to age
Saturday: 1:00-8:00PM; Sunday: all day 26 living in the same household (dependents are silver members).
• Senior memberships: all adults must be age 65+
7TH GRADE INITIATIVE
• See Fall 1 Session Guide for details ✓ A one-time $100 Joiner's Fee is due in full for designated membership
categories. You may rejoin within 30 days of expiration without repaying the fee.
ON THE WAY MEMBERSHIP
• Joiner's Fee and membership dues are non-refundable.
Access to one session of designated programs such as Tae Kwon Do,
Ready, Set … Fit!, Delay the Disease, and Adult Swim Lessons and select • The Y reserves the right to change fees with a 30 day notice to members.
group exercise classes.
FREE FOR MEMBERS KIDS CLUB BABYSITTING
MEMBER APPRECIATION DAYS Ages: 4 mos.-9 yrs. (day); 4 mos.-11yrs. (eve.)
Y members are important to us! Visit us 6/17, 7/15 & 8/12 to Enjoy your workout knowing your children are in good hands.
receive something special. Members must be in the building and children preregistered.
1-HOUR ORIENTATION with a Y Health & Wellness staff member. Visit the Welcome Center for registration form. Register infants in
Register at the Welcome Center. advance for the 9:00AM and 10:00AM time slots. Kids Club can
escort your child to/from an activity. Make advance arrangements
FITSTART Get on the road to healthy living with Activtrax, our with Eileen Rooney at x423 or erooney@westfieldynj.org.
web-based system that creates customized workouts based on your
goals, strength and fitness level and has an online nutrition tool to SUMMER HOURS (7/5-9/6)
help keep your diet on track anywhere. Make your free appointment
Mon.-Fri: 8:30AM-1:00PM
with a Y Health & Wellness staff member today at the Welcome Center!
Mon.-Thur.: 6:00PM-8:00PM
TODDLER PLAYHOUSE Parent/child fun for little ones on the move! Sat.: 8:30AM-12:30PM
See Fall 1 Session Guide.
AGE MAX. HOURLY
4-12 mos. 1 hr. $4 G, $6 S
12-36 mos. 1.5 hrs. FREE G, $5 S
3-11 yrs. 2 hrs. FREE G, $5 S
CONTACT: Senior Director Member Services & Quality Assurance, Janice A. Carthens • 908-233-2700 x227 • jcarthens@westfieldynj.org
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MEMBERSHIP »
PAYMENT OPTIONS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Monthly Bank Draft We believe in serving the needs of all members of our community
Membership is paid on the 10th of the month by Electronic Fund including those who may be unable to pay the full cost of
Transfer (EFT) from a credit/debit card or a checking/savings account. membership or programs. A financial assistance application is
30 day written notice is required to cancel this payment method available at the Welcome Center or at www.westfieldynj.org.
and/or membership. A $25 fee is required if the payment is denied. MEMBERSHIP ID CARDS
Annual Full Payment Member ID cards must be presented each time you enter the Y.
Membership is paid in full annually. There are no cancellations or Replacement of a lost card is $5. Thank you for your cooperation.
refunds. An annual membership may be extended for medical reasons CODE OF CONDUCT
if the member is unable to use the facility. The Senior Director of We expect staff, members and guests to behave in accordance with
Member Services must be notified within 30 days of illness and a our mission and values at all times, respecting the rights and dignity
doctor’s note is required. of others. At the Westfield Area Y, we demonstrate our 4 core
values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility by:
CLASS CREDITS & REFUNDS · Speaking in respectful tones; refraining from the use of vulgar or
If the Y cancels a class due to lack of enrollment or facility conflict, a derogatory language; and dressing appropriately.
full credit or refund is issued. If the participant cancels, credit or · Resolving conflicts in a respectful, honest and caring manner; never
refund (after a $10 service fee) is issued as follows: resorting to physical contact or threatening gestures.
• Before the session begins: 100% credit or refund · Respecting others by refraining from intimate behavior in public;
• During the first week: 75% credit abstaining from contact of a sexual nature.
• During the second week: 50% credit · Respecting the property of others; never engaging in theft or
• After the second week: no refund/credit is issued destruction.
Credits are honored for one year from date of issue. Camp and Child · Creating a safe, caring environment; never carrying illegal firearms
or devices.
Care Education deposits are non-refundable.
· Participating in programs to build a healthy spirit, mind and body;
never engaging in the use, sale, dispensing or possession of illegal
ONLINE REGISTRATION & PAYMENT drugs or narcotics, or the use of alcohol on Westfield Area Y
This is available for most programs including child care education, premises.
camp and swim team. It is not available for programs or classes Adherence to the Westfield Area Y Code of Conduct and regulations is
that require physician's consent, financial assistance payments, essential. Non-compliance may result in suspension or termination of
discounts, use of credit vouchers, or if otherwise noted. Please make membership privileges.
these transactions at the Welcome Center.
“MY Y IS EVERY Y” RECIPROCITY PROGRAM EXECUTIVE & SUPPORT STAFF
When you’re away from home, you aren’t far away from the Y. Over Mark Elsasser, Chief Executive Officer
908-233-2700 x224 or melsasser@westfieldynj.org
30 participating New Jersey Ys will accept your valid Westfield
Area Y membership for up to 5 visits a month at no cost. Ask for Paula Ehoff, Chief Operating Officer
a brochure at the Welcome Center or visit westfieldynj.org. The 908-233-2700 x228 or pehoff@westfieldynj.org
AWAY Program (Always Welcome at the Y) entitles our members to Greg Puchalski, Chief Financial Officer
short-term privileges at hundreds of participating Ys throughout 908-223-8820 or gpuchalski@westfieldynj.org
the U.S. As each Y has its own usage and fee guidelines, it is
recommended that you call ahead of your visit. Seth Berman, Director of Technology Manager
908-233-2700 x260 or sberman@westfieldynj.org
GUESTS Janice A. Carthens, Senior Director Member Services & Quality Assurance
Full members receive a limited amount of free guest passes. Additional 908-233-2700 x227 or jcarthens@westfieldynj.org
passes are $10 each. Guests must provide a photo ID and sign our Bonnie Cohen, Communications/Development Director
guest waiver. Parent/guardian must sign the waiver for guests under 908-233-2700 x240 or bcohen@westfieldynj.org
the age of 18. The same guest may visit up to 5 times in one year. Kathy Dawson, Director Administrative Services
Additional visits require a Westfield Area Y membership. 908-233-2700 x225 or kdawson@westfieldynj.org
Shareena Granville, Assistant Human Resources Director
PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOTAPING POLICY 908-233-8820 x5030 or sgranville@westfieldynj.org
Taking pictures or video are not permitted within the Y or its Greg Hatzisavvas, Senior Director Wellness and Member Engagement
programs without authorization from a Westfield Area Y Director. 908-233-2700 x251 or ghatzisavvas@westfieldynj.org
This is to protect the privacy and safety of our members and guests. Barry Hinman, Assistant Facilities Director
908-233-2700 x235 or bhinman@westfieldynj.org
FACILITY MAINTENANCE Marla Itzkin, Assistant Director, Communications & Marketing
Most major facility repairs and maintenance projects are targeted to 908-233-2700 x264 or mitzkin@westfieldynj.org
be completed over the summer months, usually in August. However,
Clark Lagemann, Director of Facilities, Technology & Risk Management
we reserve the right to close a portion of the facility for necessary 908-233-2700 x242 or clagemann@westfieldynj.org
repairs throughout the year. If facilities are not available for a more
Maureen Martin, Human Resources Director
extended period of time, the Y will make every effort to provide like
908-223-8820 or mmartin@westfieldynj.org
facilities or alternate arrangements.
Susan Morton, Senior Director, Child Care, Camp, & Teen Services
908-654-8460 or smorton@westfieldynj.org
CONTACT: Senior Director Member Services & Quality Assurance, Janice A. Carthens • 908-233-2700 x227 • jcarthens@westfieldynj.org
4 WESTFIELD AREA Y • 908-233-2700 • WWW.WESTFIELDYNJ.ORG • FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE
» HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS
PERSONAL TRAINING NEW! CPR/AED & BASIC FIRST AID
Our nationally-certified trainers help improve your health and
wellness in a safe, effective way. Whether you are jump starting CERTIFICATION COURSE
your fitness regimen, need post-rehab conditioning, or want to Ages 13+
train for a sport, we work with you to meet your needs and goals. Open to members and the community. Learn how to be prepared
to help a friend, neighbor or loved one when it really counts. In this
INDIVIDUAL TRAINING 5-hour training, you will learn how to handle common illnesses and
Session Package Fee Prog. # injuries such as how to: identify signs of a heart attack, help a choking
30 minute Five $165 G, $175 S 1ASPT5(30) child, act if adult slurs their speech, recognize signs of poisoning and
Ten $280 G, $295 S 1ASPT10(30)
stop severe bleeding. You will “graduate” with a 2-year certification in
45 minute Five $245 G, $255 S 1ASPT5(45) CPR/AED and Basic First Aid. Questions? Contact Patti Cassiba at x223
Ten $450 G, $465 S 1ASPT10(45) or pcassiba@westfieldynj.org.
60 minute Five $295 G, $305 S 1ASPT5(60)
Summer dates to be announced
Ten $555 G, $585 S 1ASPT10(60
Fee: $100 Location: Main Y Facility
FITCHECK FITNESS EVALUATION
Find your baseline, then check your progress: Aerobic Fitness or Body NUTRITION AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Fat; Flexibility, Strength, or Agility. Fee: $15 G/S Prog. #: 1ASFITCHECK Westfield Area Y staff nutritionist Heather Marino-Garcia, MS, R.D.
assesses your diet, health and lifestyle to develop a healthy eating
SMALL GROUP TRAINING plan that works for you.
A different workout every time that may include boxing, TRX, spin,
strength and/or cardio for 4-6 people. Fee: $20/hr./person INDIVIDUAL CONSULTATION
Session Package Fee Prog. #
INTRO TO PERSONAL TRAINING SPECIAL! 60 minute Single
Five
$65 G, $70 S
$290 G, $300 S
1ASNUTRITION
1AS5(60)NUTR
Three 45 min. sessions for $99 ... a $180 value! Available at Ten $550 G, $580 S 1AS10(60)NUTR
the Welcome Center for any member who has not purchased 30 min. follow-up Single $33 G, $35 S 1ASNUTRFLWUP
training in the past year. Prog. #: 1ASPTNEW2Y
SMALL GROUP COUNSULTATION (4-6 people)
SUMMER SIZZLER SPECIAL: 60 minute Single $20/person 1ASNUTGROUP1
10% off 10 session packages; 60 min. or 45 min. sessions. Six $100/person 1ASNUTGROUP2
Special is valid for new purchases 7/1-8/31
Prog. #: 1SIZZLE10-45 or 1SIZZLE10-60
ADULT SPORTS
TAE KWON DO
GEDMAN’S BLACK BELT ACADEMY OF THE WESTFIELD AREA Y
Develop overall physical fitness, strength, flexibility, confidence and
self-esteem and apply the lessons learned to maintain personal safety.
Each class is led by a team of certified ATA (American Taekwondo
Association) instructors under the leadership of 4th degree black belt
Chief Instructor Pamela Gedman. Classes are for beginners through 3rd
degree black belts. There is no annual commitment or contract. Rank
advancement ceremonies are held on-site four times a year.
Location: Bauer Branch
Day Time Fee Prog. #
Monday 8:30-9:30PM $87 G, $92 S 2YPTAEM830
Wednesday 8:30-9:30PM $87 G, $92 S 2YPTAEW830
Unlimited Session $130 G, $135 S 2YPTAEUNLIMA
Note: 5% discount for additional family members. On the Way Members
may register for a single session at Silver fee. No class 6/6 (tournament)
or 6/20 (testing).
RUNNING PRIVATE LESSONS
Maximize distance and speed while learning to minimize injury.
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Westfield Area Y Flyers USATF-certified coaches emphasize skill
development, precise form & mechanics and conditioning based on
your personal goals. Video analysis is used to progress for For Adult Basketball, Soccer and Roller Hockey
success! Small group is also available. 60 min. session.
time, see gym schedule posted online or at the
Package Fee Prog. #
Five $275 1SLTRACKPRV5
Main Y Facility
Ten $500 1SLTRACPRV10
CONTACT: Associate Director Health & Wellness/Membership, Lynne Applebaum • 908-233-2700 x239 • lapplebaum@westfieldynj.org
Adult Sports: Associate Director of Physical Programs, Amanda Aguirre • 908-233-2700 x258 • aaguirre@westfieldynj.org
KEY: S=SILVER; G=GOLD; F=FAMILY (S OR G); P=PROGRAM; OTW=ON THE WAY; M=MEMBER; NM=NON-MEMBER; GR=GARWOOD RESIDENT
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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS »
ADULT GROUP FITNESS TRX ®
BAREFOOT FUSION POWERCUT A TRX Suspension Trainer is a series of
®
Strengthen and tone from the ground up! Use a barbell with light to moderate weights straps, buckles and grips hung overhead
Cardio, strength, core, balance and flexibility to target the body’s major muscle groups. from an anchor point. It helps you develop
training strengthens foot/ankle muscles and strength, balance, flexibility and joint
your entire body with this dynamic and R.I.P.P.E.D. - THE ONE STOP BODY SHOCK™ stability using your body weight and
challenging workout. Use small weights, This total-body high-intensity class gravity. The constant demand on the core
resistance bands or weighted balls. challenges your cardio and endurance levels turns every movement into a total body
Fee: $90 OTW through resistance, intervals, power, exercise. Increased muscular demand
plyometrics and endurance training. Your means increased caloric expenditure
BODY BARRE body never gets used to the changing format! making it a great weight loss tool.
Yoga, Pilates and Ballet techniques are used Fee: Free for Gold Members;
to improve strength and flexibility. This class SENIOR EXERCISE $12 S, $15 NM (single class);
incorporates elements from Balanced Body Class is designed for active older adults $80 S (8 classes); $140 S (16 classes
Barre™ and emphasizes safety and body and new exercisers to improve cardiovascular within 10 weeks)
awareness while keeping the intensity and endurance, muscular strength, balance
energy of a barre workout. and coordination.
Fee: $90 OTW TRX BODY BLAST/CIRCUIT
®
(Beginner-Advanced)
STEP Body Blast is a guided strength workout.
BODY SCULPT A great cardio workout using the step.
This group strength class uses weights, Circuit includes cardio bursts interspersed
resistance tubing and other equipment to with strength segments. Additional equipment
ZUMBA!®
improve muscular strength and joint stability. may include free weights, Bosu trainers or
This Latin inspired dance fitness class works
medicine balls.
your entire body.
CARDIO BLAST Fee: $90 OTW
Cycle, run, jump, move! TRX BOOT CAMP
®
(Intermediate-Advanced)
CARDIO, CORE & STRENGTH INTERVALS PILATES AND YOGA Intense class utilizing additional equipment
Timed segments of three vital components of GENTLE YOGA such as battle ropes, jump ropes, steps, Bosu
physical fitness. Develop strength from the Yoga postures, breathing techniques and trainers, and/or weights. Must be experienced
inside out! meditation without getting down on a mat. with TRX workout.
®
Class is done barefoot while sitting in chairs
CARDIO KICKBOX or standing. SPIN & TRX STRENGTH
®
This high intensity class features boxing and Fee: $81 S (Intermediate-Advanced)
kickboxing moves. Some classes may include Advanced cardio & strength workout. Must
weight and jump rope intervals. PILATES (MAT) be experienced with spin bikes and TRX .
®
An exercise method that bridges mind and
CARDIO INTERVAL body. Improve core strength and balance,
Various cardio combinations using step, jump increase flexibility, enhance athletic
rope, cycling and/or weights. performance and perform daily tasks with
greater ease.
CYCLE & SCULPT Fee: $81 S (Tues. AM); $48 S (Tues. PM);
Combine the best of cycling and body sculpt $63 S (Sat.)
into one terrific workout.
POWER YOGA
CYCLING This is a challenging combination of deep
Simulate outdoor cycling indoors! breathing along with sets of flowing Ashtanga
yoga postures.
CYCLING/ABS
15 minutes of abs after cycling. YOGA
Appropriate for all levels, class blends
FITNESS DANCE MEDLEY various styles of yoga breathing, relaxation
Line, Broadway, Latin and more! Improve and postures.
memory, balance, and flexibility. Great for Fee: $81 S ($48 S Sun.)
beginners, seniors and anyone who loves
to dance. YOGA FOR STRESS RELIEF
Achieve profound body and mind relaxation.
POWERBOX CIRCUIT Learn how to use breath to focus and quiet
Hands-on circuit style cross training with an your mind allowing your body to renew
emphasis on boxing and kickboxing as tools and relax.
for fitness. Handwraps required. Fee: $81 S
Fee: $90 OTW
CONTACT: Health & Wellness Director, Jean White • 908-233-2700 x246 • jwhite@westfieldynj.org
6 WESTFIELD AREA Y • 908-233-2700 • WWW.WESTFIELDYNJ.ORG • FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE
» HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS
ADULT GROUP FITNESS, PILATES, YOGA AND TRX® SCHEDULE
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Yoga PowerCut TRX & Spin
®
Cardio Kickbox Fitness Dance Medley Cardio Blast Pilates Mixed Level
8:25-9:20am 6:00-7:00am 5:45-6:45am 6:00-7:00am 8:00-8:55am 6:00-7:00am 7:00-7:55am
Session ends 7/26 Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. Session ends 8/15
Kellogg Rm. 1APPOWERM6 1APKICBXW6 1APLINER8 1APBLASTF6 Kellogg Rm.
1APYOGASU810 TRX Boot Camp 1APPILMXS7
®
Senior Exercise 7:00-8:00am Senior Exercise ZUMBA! Senior Exercise
Barefoot Fusion 8:00-8:55am Weldon Rm. 8:00-8:55am 9:10-10:05am 8:00-8:55am Cycling
8:15-9:10am Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. 7:15-8:00am
Weldon Rm. 1APSREXM8 Fitness Dance Medley 1APSREXW8 1APZUMR910 1APSREXF8 Weldon Rm.
1APBFFSU815 8:00-8:55am reg. by email
Cardio Interval Weldon Rm. Body Sculpt Barefoot Fusion Cardio Kickbox
Body Sculpt 9:10-10:05am 1APLINET8 8:00-8:55am 9:10-10:05am 9:10-10:05am Cycling/Abs
9:15-10:10am Weldon Rm. Kellogg Rm. Kellogg Rm. Weldon Rm. 8:15-9:10am
Weldon Rm. 1APC/IM910 ZUMBA! 1APBODYW8 1APBFFR910 1APKICBXF910 Weldon Rm.
1APBODYSU915 9:10-10:05am
Body Sculpt Cardio Blast Body Sculpt Cardio, Core & reg. by email*
Weldon Rm.
9:10-10:05am 1APZUMT910 9:10-10:05am 10:10-11:05 Strength Intervals Power Yoga
Summer session for Kellogg Rm. Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. 9:10-10:05am 8:00-9:15am
1APBODYM910 Pilates Intermediate 1APBLASTW910 1APBODYR1010 Kellogg Rm.
this schedule ends Kellogg Rm.
9:10-10:05am 1APCCSI910
8/22 unless noted. Yoga Body Sculpt Yoga for Stress Relief 1APPYOGAS8
Kellogg Rm.
No class 7/4. Fees 10:10-11:05am 1APPILIT910 9:10-10:05am 11:15am-12:15pm Yoga Step
are prorated. Weldon Rm. Kellogg Rm. Kellogg Rm. 2 10:10-11:05am 9:30-10:20am
1APYOGAM1010 Body Sculpt 1APBODYW910 1APYRELIEFR1 Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm.
All classes free for 10:10-11:05am 1APYOGAF1010
Arthritis Exercise Yoga ----------------- 1APSTEPS930
Gold Members. Weldon Rm.
10:15- 11:00am 1APBODYT1010 10:10-11:05am Barefoot Fusion Arthritis Exercise R.I.P.P.E.D.
Kellogg Rm. 1 Weldon Rm. 6:00-6:55pm 10:15-11:00am 10:30-11:25am
Most classes free 1APPACEM1015 Power Yoga 1APYOGAW1010 Kellogg Rm.
Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm.
for Silver Members, 11:15am-12:15pm 1APBFFR600 1APPACEF1015
Senior Exercise Arthritis Exercise 1APRIPPEDS
select classes Weldon Rm.
available for 11:15am-12:10pm 1APPYOGAT11 10:15-11:00am Yoga Delay the Disease
On The Way Weldon Rm. Kellogg Rm. 7:00-7:55pm 11:00am-12:00pm
----------------- * Saturday Cycle
Members. 1APSREXM1115 1APPACEW1015 Kellogg Rm. Gym
ZUMBA! 1APYOGAR7 1APPARKINSON Classes only:
TRX Body Blast/Circuit
®
6:00-6:55pm Delay the Disease
See page 6 for class 12:30-1:30pm 11:00am-12:00pm Cardio & Sculpt Senior Exercise email jwhite@
Weldon Rm.
descriptions & fees. Weldon Rm. 1APZUMT6 Gym/K-1 7:00-7:55pm 11:15am-12:10pm westfieldynj.org
----------------- 1APPARKINSON Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. and lapplebaum@
Cycling/Abs 1APCARSCR7 1APSREXF115 westfieldynj.org
Cardio & Sculpt 7:00-7:55pm Senior Exercise to register
6:15-7:10PM Weldon Rm. 11;15am-12:10pm ZUMBA! Gentle Yoga each week
Weldon Rm. 1APCYCLET7 Weldon Rm. 8:00-8:55pm 11:15am-12:15pm
1APCASCM615 1APSREXW1115 Weldon Rm. Kellogg Rm. 1
Yoga 1APZUMR8 1APGENYOGAF
Delay the Disease 7:00-7:55pm TRX® Body Blast/Circuit
6:15–7:10pm (ends 7/28) 12:30-1:30pm TRX® Boot Camp
Kellogg Rm. Kellogg Rm. Weldon Rm. 12:30-1:30pm
1APPARKINSM6 1APYOGAT710 ----------------- Weldon Rm.
Body Barre Body Barre -----------------
Pilates Mixed Level
7:20-8:15pm 8:00-8:55pm 6:00-6:55pm Power Yoga
Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. Weldon Rm. 6:30-7:30pm
1APBARREM720 1APPILMXT8 1APBARREW6 Weldon Rm.
1APPYOGAF630
Power Yoga Cycle/Abs
7:30-8:30pm 7:05-7:50pm
Kellogg Rm. Weldon Rm.
1APPYOGAM730 1APCYCLEW7
Powerbox Circuit Powerbox Circuit
8:35-9:35pm 8:30-9:30pm
Kellogg Rm. Kellogg Rm.
1APPOWBXM835 1APPOWBXW830
TRX: limited to 12 exercisers. Register at the Welcome Center at least 24 hours in advance. For cancellations, contact the Welcome Center or Lynne
Applebaum 24 hours in advance and you will be taken off the day’s roster. If you do not call, you will be charged for the class (emergencies given special
consideration). New to TRX ? Contact Lynne to arrange a free demo session!
®
CONTACT: Health & Wellness Director, Jean White • 908-233-2700 x246 • jwhite@westfieldynj.org
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ADULT AQUATICS »
ADULT WATER FITNESS CLASSES
Free for members! Water fitness classes provide cardiovascular and strength training benefits for all ages and fitness levels. Water-based
workouts maximize your fitness results while minimizing the stress on joints and muscles. Water resistance = a total body workout!
Classes are held in both the shallow and deep sections of the larger Wallace Pool and in the warmer water of the smaller Rooke Pool.
AI CHI TIME CLASS PROGRAM # POOL
This relaxing shallow warm water class helps you improve
balance, flexibility, and strength. Monday
8:00–8:45AM ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE 1AQARTHM8AM ROOKE
AQUA FIT 8:45–9:25AM AQUA LITE* 1AQLITEM845 ROOKE
Perfect for “land exercisers” looking to cross-train! Challenge 9:30-10:25AM AQUA FIT* 1AQFITM930 WALLACE
yourself with this intense cardio workout with strength 11:00–11:45AM ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE 1AQARTHM11 ROOKE
and flexibility components. Floatation belts are provided 8:00–8:45PM ARTHRITIS AQ. EX./AQUA LITE* 1AQARTHM8PM ROOKE
(optional) for transitions between the shallow and deep ends. Tuesday
9:30–10:25AM AQUA FIT* 1AQFITT930 WALLACE
AQUA LITE 10:30–11:25AM SHALLOW WATER EXERCISE 1AQSHALT1030 ROOKE
Low intensity jogging, core strength and flexibility exercises in 11:30–12:15PM AI CHI 1AQAICHIT1130 ROOKE
deep water. 8:00–8:55PM AQUA FIT* 1AQFITT830 WALLACE
Wednesday
ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE
This class helps increase flexibility and range of motion. 8:00–8:45AM ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE 1AQARTHW8 ROOKE
8:45–9:25AM AQUA LITE* 1AQLITEW845 ROOKE
SHALLOW WATER EXERCISE 9:30–10:25AM AQUA FIT* 1AQFITW930 WALLACE
This low-intensity class inspires you to move, strengthen and
11:00–11:45AM ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE 1AQARTHW11 ROOKE
stretch your body using the support and cushion of the warm Thursday
water. All experience levels are welcome! 9:30–10:25AM AQUA FIT* 1AQFITR930 WALLACE
10:30–11:25AM SHALLOW WATER EXERCISE 1AQSHALR1030 ROOKE
11:30AM-12:15PM AI CHI 1AQAICHIR1130 ROOKE
SCUBA Enjoy the underwater world in the 8:00-8:45PM ARTHRITIS AQ. EX./AQUA LITE* 1AQARTHR8PM ROOKE
internationally affiliated Y Scuba program taught Friday
by Treasure Cove Watersports. Students may 8:00–8:45AM ARTHRITIS AQUATIC EXERCISE 1AQARTHF8 ROOKE
take their open water dives with Treasure Cove 8:45–9:25AM AQUA LITE* 1AQLITEF845 ROOKE
Watersports for no additional instructional fees. 9:30-10:25AM AQUA FIT* 1AQFITF930 WALLACE
Contact: Patti Cassiba at x223.
*Must wear a buoyancy belt and feel comfortable in deep water.
ADULT SWIM LESSONS
LESSON FEE: G: FREE; $90 S/OTW Lessons are 45 minutes in the Wallace Pool unless noted. Register for one class time or more at your level!
BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED
Overcome fears and learn the basics of this life Get fit, build endurance and grace, and become Challenge yourself and expand your abilities with
skill at your own pace in a safe, non-judgmental more efficient in the water. Improve your basic sets developing technique, endurance & speed.
environment. Skills include proper breathing, skills with technique and balance drills. Wednesday 10:30AM 1AQADVW1030
floating, treading, and front/back crawl. Monday 8:45PM 1AQINTM845 Wednesday 8:45PM 1AQADVW845
»
Pool: Wallace (Tues.); Rooke (Thurs.). Wednesday 10:30AM 1AQINTW1030
Monday 8:00PM 1AQBEGM8PM
»
Wednesday 8:00PM 1AQBEGW8PM See page 13 for pool maintenance closing schedule
ADULT GROUP INTEREST
NEW! OPEN PLAY BRIDGE
Join us in a relaxed, friendly environment to practice your bridge skills. (10 weeks through 8/28).
Day/Time: Friday, 1:00-3:00PM Location: Main Y Facility
Fee: $45 Prog. #: 1AHBRIDGEF1 Drop in Fee: $5 Prog. #: 1AHBRIDGEDF1
CONTACT: Aquatics Services Director, Patti Cassiba • 908-233-2700 x223 • pcassiba@westfieldynj.org
Associate Aquatics Director, Rob Faggiano • 908-233-2700 x276 • rfaggiano@westfieldynj.org
Assistant Aquatics Director, Sharon London • 908-233-2700 x253 • slondon@westfieldynj.org
Adult Group Interest: Health & Wellness Director, Jean White • 908-233-2700 x246 • jwhite@westfieldynj.org
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» SPECIAL POPULATIONS
SPECIAL POPULATION PERSONAL TRAINING DRAGONFLY PROGRAM
Personalized exercise instruction can be very beneficial to This program for young adults (18-26 years) with special/adaptive
individuals dealing with special circumstances such as needs was developed with the proceeds from Greta’s Run, a 5K
cancer, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, post-rehabilitation, Run/Walk/Roll in memory of Greta Schoenemann.
post-partum, or other situations. We have personal
trainers with specialty certifications who can work with DRAGONFLY SWIM LESSONS
you to create an exercise program that fits your particular Learn to swim in a small group lesson. Work on skills appropriate for swimmer’s
needs. See page 5 for packages and fees. Contact: Lynne ability level.
Applebaum x239. Day/Time: Saturday, 3:00-3:40PM Prog. #: 1DFSWIMS300
Fee: $40 M Location: Rooke Pool
ARTHRITIS EXERCISE PROGRAM DRAGONFLY BOXING/STRIKING
“Land” class is conducted in a chair or standing beside a Danny Kaltneckar, Y Personal Trainer and Jiu-Jitsu champion
chair and may help reduce the pain, stiffness and fatigue addresses the specific needs and goals of the participant through the practice of
of arthritis. See page 7 for schedule. Contact: Jean White, Mixed Martial Arts with pads and bags.
x246. The “water” class can be found on page 8. Contact: Day/Time: Wednesday, 6:15-7:00PM Prog. #: 1DFBOXW615
Rob Faggiano x276. Fee: Free for Members Location: Kellogg 1
AQUATICS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES DRAGONFLY YOGA
Group and individual lessons are designed for children and Students who are ambulatory blend various styles of yoga breathing, relaxation
adults with non-physical or physical disabilities. See and postures.
Dragonfly Swim on this page and pages 11-13. Day/Time: Tuesday, 12:30-1:15PM Prog. #: 1DFYOGA1230
Fee: $30 M Location: Weldon Rm.
DELAY THE DISEASE: DRAGONFLY PERSONAL TRAINING
EXERCISE TO FIGHT PARKINSON’S SYMPTOMS Work one-on-one with a nationally-certified Y personal trainer to
Research has shown that physical exercise has measurable develop or enhance your strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and/or
benefits for those living with Parkinson’s. This unique other physical goals. Contact Lynne Applebaum x239.
program incorporates strength, flexibility, balance, and Five 30 min. sessions: $125 M Prog. #: 1ASPTDFLY
cardiovascular exercises to help soothe tremors, improve
posture, smooth steps and increase overall well-being. Led DRAGONFLY STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
by Y trainers with specialized certification. Water exercise Learn the proper usage of strength training and cardio equipment in a fun and
classes are available and included. See page 7-8 for effective small-group environment with a Y Personal Trainer. Gain the ability to
schedule. Contact: Jean White, x246. work out on your own or with your family.
» COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Day/Time: Tuesday, 1:15-2:00PM Prog. #: 1DFSTRENT115
Fee: $30 M Location: Main Y Facility
TOGETHERHOOD
Togetherhood is a volunteer-led and idea-driven community service project. The projects led by Togetherhood will benefit community members
and organizations. YOU come up with the service project ideas, WE help make it happen. Contact Ben Nanna at 908-233-2700 x279 or
bnanna@westfieldynj.org to get involved in the next project!
STEWARDS OF CHILDREN HEALTH EDUCATION & SCREENINGS
What is more important than protecting our children? This child sexual abuse prevention We are proud to partner with Overlook Medical
training teaches you how to recognize, prevent and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Center to offer health education and screenings to
The NJ YMCA State Alliance has partnered with Darkness to Light to use the Stewards of the community at the Main Y Facility. Register at
Children curriculum to inform and educate any adult ages 16+ FREE of charge. 1-800-247-9580. FREE unless noted.
Location: Early Learning Center (Elm St.) Bone Density:
Date Time Prog. # 10:00-Noon,Thursday July 9 ($10)
7/21 6:00-8:00PM 1STEWARDS721
» FAMILY
To schedule a training for any adult group please contact Susan Morton at 908-654-8460.
Free training is also available online at https://d2l.csod.com.
MUSIC TIME SCIENCE & NATURE
Ages: Infants – 4 years (with parent/caregiver) Age: 2- 4 years (with parent/caregiver)
Come sing, dance and play! Watch your child connect with other Explore nature & science by reading stories, creating projects and
children while they learn through musical play, instruments, scarves conducting experiments. Contact: Eileen Rooney x423.
and parachutes. Contact: Eileen Rooney x423. Day/Time: Wednesday, 10:30-11:15AM Prog #: 2SCIENCEW103
Day/Time: Wednesday, 9:45-10:30AM Prog #: 2FLMUSICW945 Fee: $100 S, $120 P Location: Bauer Branch
Fee: $100 Pair G/S, $120 Pair P Location: Bauer Branch
PARENT/CHILD SWIM LESSONS See page 11 for description.
CONTACT: Dragonfly: Assistant Director Special Programs & Events, Ben Nanna • 908-233-2700 x279 • bnanna@westfieldynj.org
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NEW! WESTFIELD AREA Y DANCE ACADEMY »
GET UP & DANCE! The Westfield Area Y Dance Academy is committed to providing a warm and nurturing learning
environment where students of all skill levels can embrace the art of dance. Our goal is to help our students develop
creativity, technique and a lifelong love and appreciation of dance while becoming well-rounded and confident dancers.
BALLET/CREATIVE MOVEMENT
Students explore the fundamentals of classical ballet, and creative movement through the
use of props, stories and music. Physical and cognitive skills are developed through various
movement activities, across the floor exercises and choreography.
BALLET/TAP
Students explore the fundamentals of REQUIRED CLASS ATTIRE
classical ballet through stretching exercises, Ballet/Creative Movement: Pink ballet
across the floor combinations and beginning shoes, leotard and tights
barre work with an emphasis on balance,
coordination and flexibility. The tap portion Ballet/Tap: Pink ballet shoes, black tap
of class focuses on developing rhythm, style, shoes, leotard and tights
coordination and musicality. Mini Hip-Hop: Jazz sneakers or clean tennis
shoes and tight-fitting clothing
JAZZ/HIP-HOP Jazz/Hip-Hop: Black jazz shoes, tight-fitting
Learn some of the hottest dance moves clothing and jazz sneakers or clean tennis
found in today’s most popular music videos shoes
and TV shows! A variety of jazz and hip-hop
MEET THE INSTRUCTORS
movements, music, artists and choreography Tap: Black tap shoes and tight-fitting
are introduced. clothing
Modern: Tight-fitting clothing and bare feet Amanda Bigelow has a B.A. in Dance
TAP from Muhlenberg College and has been
Do you love making sounds with your feet? training, performing, teaching and
Tappers develop rhythm, style and intricate working in dance for over 20 years.
sounds while also having fun! Both Broadway Amanda has taught children at various
and Rhythm Tap styles are introduced and studios and schools and has worked at
mastered. Center and across the floor
Misnomer Dance Theater and Broadway
combinations focus on developing proper tap
technique and producing clear tap sounds Dance Center in NYC. Amanda specializes
while working on coordination and musicality. in teaching ballet, lyrical, jazz, modern,
tap, hip-hop and musical theatre. She
MODERN is excited to build the Westfield Area Y
Modern dance rejects the strict rules and Dance Academy!
limitations of classical ballet, focusing instead
on the expression of inner feelings. Creative Brittany Lamanna has trained in
expression, a variety of pop music, the use of hip-hop, ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical and
one’s own body weight and much more are salsa dancing. She is currently
explored. This class introduces students to The Co-Captain and dancer for the
Graham Technique, The Horton Technique and Westchester Knicks Dancers. She has
other forms of modern dance. shared her tapping skills at the NADAA
dance convention and has been the
6/21-7/25 7/26-8/29 assistant choreographer for musicals
CLASS AGE DAY/TIME
(SESSION 1) (SESSION 2 )
at Roselle Park HS. Brittany strives to
Ballet/Tap 3-5 yrs. Monday, 4:00-5:00PM 1YPBALTAP1M4 1YPBALTAP2M4 have a welcoming and upbeat classroom
Ballet/Cr. environment where kids feel comfortable
3-5 yrs. Thursday, 11:15AM-Noon 1YPBALCM1R11 1YPBALCM2R11
Movement to learn and have fun!
Ballet/Tap 3-5 yrs. Thursday, 4:00-5:00PM 1YPBALTAP1R4 YPBALTAP2R4
Vanessa Inacio has had a passion for
Mini Hip-Hop 4-5 yrs. Thursday, 5:00-6:00PM 1YPMINIHH1R5 1YPMINIHH2R5 dance since she put on her very first
Tap 1 6-10 yrs. Monday, 5:00-6:00PM 1YPTAP11M5 1YPTAP12M5 pair of tap shoes. Vanessa performed
Jazz/Hip-Hop 6-8 yrs. Monday, 6:00-7:00PM 1YPJAZHH1M6 1YPJAZHH2M6 throughout college and graduated with
Jazz/Hip-Hop 1 8-11 yrs. Tuesday, 6:00-7:00PM 1YPJAZHH11T6 1YPJAZHH12T6 a BFA in Dance from Montclair State
University. She has taught children of all
Tap 2 10-13 yrs. Tuesday, 5:00-6:00PM 1YPTAP21T5 1YPTAP22T5
ages since 2011 and specializes in
Modern 2 10-13 yrs. Wednesday, 5:00-6:00PM 1YPMOD21W5 1YPMOD22W5 teaching ballet, pointe, lyrical, jazz, tap,
Teen Jazz/ hip-hop and modern dance. Vanessa is
12-16 yrs. Wednesday, 6:00-7:00PM 1YPTJAZHH1W6 1YPTJAZHH2W6
Hip-Hop excited to bring her love of dance to the
Westfield Area Y Dance Academy.
FEE/5-WEEK SESSION: $75 S, $100 P (60 min.); $60 S, $85 P (45 min.)
CONTACT: Associate Director of Physical Programs, Amanda Aguirre • 908-233-2700 x258 • aaguirre@westfieldynj.org
10 WESTFIELD AREA Y • 908-233-2700 • WWW.WESTFIELDYNJ.ORG • FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE» YOUTH-TEEN AQUATICS
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
Y-USA Swim Lessons Program goals are not only to learn swimming skills and safety, but to develop confidence, build endurance, have fun
and promote a lifelong love for the water. Each program level includes personal growth, personal safety, water sports and games, stroke
development and rescues. In our lessons, we know that everyone learns at their own rate. Please encourage your child so they know that it
is acceptable to take as much time as needed to master the skills. Child must meet listed minimum age requirement by the first day of class.
PARENT/CHILD SWIM LESSONS
AGES: 6 MONTHS - 3 YEARS; CLASS TIME: 30 MINUTES AGES: 6-12 YEARS; CLASS TIME: 30 MINUTES
PARENT/CHILD 1 (6 – 24 MONTHS) POLLIWOG 1
This water orientation class introduces a young child to the water with his/her Child is new to swimming and needs assistance or floatation devices to
parent/guardian to encourage a love and healthy respect for the aquatic comfortably learn new skills in the pool. Learn how to swim on front and back
environment. Basic skills are taught to the child through the parent/guardian. unassisted while building endurance and confidence.
PARENT/CHILD 2 (24 MONTHS – 3½ YEARS) POLLIWOG 2
This water orientation class guides the parent/guardian in teaching basic Child can easily swim 15 yards (3/4 length of Rooke Pool) on front and back. Learn
swim skills and independence. Skills include entering and exiting the pool, or improve front/back crawl through activities that build endurance and confidence.
running, scooping, blowing bubbles and safety skills in a group setting. GUPPY
SUNNIES (2 – 3 YEARS) Child can swim 20 yards (1 length of Rooke Pool) each front crawl and back
This level is by staff recommendation only. Class is 15 min. with instructor and crawl. Learn rotary breathing, backstroke, sidestroke, breaststroke kick and
15 min. with parent/guardian and instructor. Child must be able to comfortably treading water through activities that build endurance and confidence.
swim in a yellow or red bubble. STARFISH
Level is for ages 6–8 years. Child can easily swim 40 yards front crawl with
GROUP SWIM LESSONS rotary breathing, 40 yards backstroke, and 20 yards sidestroke. Improve front
AGES: 3-5 YEARS OLD; CLASS TIME: 30 MINUTES crawl (freestyle), backstroke, and sidestroke. New skills include rudimentary
breaststroke, elementary backstroke and dolphin kick.
PIKE
Child has no experience in or around a pool. This level is conducted at a AGES: 6-12 YEARS; CLASS TIME: 45 MINUTES
slower pace than Pike 1 to get used to a group setting, an instructor, and a new MINNOW
environment. Blue bubble is used. Child can proficiently swim 50 yards (2 lengths of Wallace Pool) each of
PIKE 1 freestyle and backstroke, and 25 yards each of sidestroke, elementary
Child has very little swimming experience and enjoys being in a pool. Learn how backstroke and rudimentary breaststroke. Improve skills and build endurance
to move arms and legs in the water, breath control, and how to safely have fun and confidence in the big pool. Diving is introduced.
in the pool. Blue or white bubble is used. FISH
PIKE 2 Child can proficiently swim 50 yards of freestyle, backstroke, sidestroke,
Learn how to swim with and without a floatation device and front/back floating breaststroke and elementary backstroke. Improve skills and build endurance
and kicking with/without face in the water. Child can splash feet while using a and speed. New skill: dolphin kick.
yellow or red bubble. FLYING FISH
EELS Child can proficiently swim 75 yards each of freestyle, backstroke, sidestroke,
Child can swim unassisted and without a floatation device for 10 yards (1/2 breaststroke and elementary backstroke. Improve technique. New skills:
length of Rooke Pool). Learn to swim more independently on front with face in butterfly, flip-turns and diving from the starting block with a focus on
the water and on back while doing activities that build endurance and confidence. proper starts.
ELECTRIC EELS SHARK
Child must be comfortable swimming with his/her face in the water and can swim Child is very proficient in swimming 100 yards of all previously listed strokes.
unassisted without a floatation device for 15 yards (3/4 length of Rooke Pool). Swimmer will set goals, improve skills, get ready for competition and/or continue
Improve “big arms” skills swimming on front and back. to maintain a healthy lifestyle through swimming.
New skills include: treading water, side-swimming,
and building endurance/self confidence. PRE-TEEN & TEEN SWIM LESSONS
AGES: 11-16 YEARS; CLASS TIME: 45 MINUTES
RAYS Beginners through advanced beginners will learn the basics of swimming, how to
Child can easily swim 20 yards each (1 length be safe around water and how to enhance their abilities. Intermediate through
of Rooke Pool) of front crawl and back crawl. advanced participants will learn how to make their strokes more efficient and
Learn or improve rotary breathing, back how to make swimming a fun way to exercise.
stroke, treading water, and sidestroke and
frog kick on front/back. INDIVIDUAL SWIM LESSONS
STINGRAY AGES: 6 YEARS-ADULT; CLASS TIME: 30 MINUTES
Level is for ages 4 & 5 years. Child can easily Available for individuals with disabilities or for swimmers who need help
swim 20 yards (one length of Rooke Pool) reaching a specific goal. For information, contact Rob at x276.
each of front crawl with rotary breathing and Fee (4 classes): $160 M; $185 P, $225 NM
backstroke. Children will improve front/back
crawl, sidestroke and treading water. New skills SPECIAL NEEDS SWIM LESSONS
include: breaststroke, elementary backstroke AGES: 3-12 YEARS; CLASS TIME: 40 MINUTES
and dolphin kick. RAINBOW FISH
Learn to swim in a group setting with smaller ratios. Swimmers work on skills
that are appropriate for their ability level. New participants receive a free
skill assessment prior to registration. Contact Rob.
CONTACT: Aquatics Services Director, Patti Cassiba • 908-233-2700 x223 • pcassiba@westfieldynj.org
Associate Aquatics Director, Rob Faggiano • 908-233-2700 x276 • rfaggiano@westfieldynj.org
Assistant Aquatics Director, Sharon London • 908-233-2700 x253 • slondon@westfieldynj.org
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1 TIME/WEEK SUMMER SESSION
TIME CLASS SESSION A TIME CLASS SESSION A DIVING LESSONS
Monday, 6/22-8/24 (10 classes) Saturday, 6/27-8/22 (8 classes, no class 7/4) LEARN TO DIVE
10:30AM Eels 1AQEELSM103A 7:45AM Parent/Child 2 IAQP/C2S745A Ages 6+
Pike 2 1AQPIK2M103A For the first-time diver who has
8:15AM Pike 1 1AQPIK1S815A
6:00PM Pike 1 1AQPIK1M6A either never tried diving or
Guppy 1AQGUPS815A needs to develop the skill of
Pike 2 1AQPIK2M6A
Eels 1AQEELS815A entering the pool hands first.
Polliwog 2 1AQPOL2M6A
8:45AM Pike 2 1AQPIK2S845A 6:00-6:30PM
6:30PM Eels 1AQEELSM630A
Rays/Stingray 1AQRAYSTS84A June 29 1AQLEARN629
Electric Eels 1AQEEELSM630A
Pike 1 1AQPIK1S845A July 13 1AQLEARN713
Rays/Stingray 1AQRSTNM630A July 27 1AQLEARN727
Starfish* 9:15AM Pike 2 1AQPIK2S915A
1AQSTARM630A Aug. 10 1AQLEARN810
(no class 8/24) Electric Eel 1AQEEELS915A
7:00PM Pike 1 1AQPIK1M7A Polliwog 1 1AQPOL1S915A INTERMEDIATE DIVING
Pike 2 1AQPIK2M7A 10:00AM Parent/Child 1 1AQP/C1S10A Ages 6+
Guppy 1AQGUPM7A Minnow* 1AQMINS10A For swimmers who can do a
basic dive and want to improve
7:30PM Parent/Child 2 1AQP/C2M730A Fish* 1AQFISHS10A form and learn to use the
Tuesday, 6/23-8/25 (10 classes) Flying Fish* 1AQFFS10A starting block.
9:00AM Parent/Child 1 1AQP/C1T9A Shark* 1AQSHARKS10A 6:00-6:30PM
Wednesday, 6/24-8/26 (10 classes) 10:30AM Parent/Child 2 1AQP/C2S103A July 6 1AQINTERM76
1:00PM Pike 1 1AQPIK1W1A 10:45AM Starfish* 1AQSTAR1045A July 20 1AQINTERM720
Pike 2 1AQPIK2W1A Aug. 3 1AQINTERM83
11:00AM Pike 1 1AQPIK1S11A
Aug. 17 1AQINTERM817
Eels 1AQEELSW1A Pike 2 1AQPIK2S11A
1:30PM Electric Eels 1AQEEELSW13A Eels 1AQEELS11A STARTS AND TURNS
Rays 1AQRAYSW13A 11:30AM Pike 1AQPIKS113A Ages 8+
Starfish 1AQSTARW13A Electric Eels 1AQEEELS113A Improve diving starts and
2:00PM Polliwog 1 1AQPOL1W2A quick turns off the wall.
Polliwog 2 1AQPOL2S113A Prerequisites: Shark level or
Guppy 1AQGUPW2A 12:00PM Pike 1 1AQPIK1S12A above, dives correctly off
Polliwog 2 1AQPOL2W2A Eels 1AQEELS12A starting block, can do a front
5:00PM Rainbow Fish 1AQRAINW5A Guppy 1AQGUPS12A roll in the water.
6:00PM Polliwog 1 1AQPOL1W6A 12:30PM Pike 2 1AQPIK2S123A 7:15-8:00PM
Polliwog 2 1AQPOL2W6A June 23 1AQSTARTS623
Rays 1AQRAYSS123A June 30 1AQSTARTS630
Guppy 1AQGUPW6A
Polliwog 1 1AQPOL2S123A July 7 1AQSTARTS77
6:30PM Pike 1 1AQPIK1W630A
1:00PM Rainbowfish 1 1AQRAINS100A July 21 1AQSTARTS721
Pike 2 1AQPIK2W630A July 28 1AQSTARTS728
Eels 1AQEELSW630A 1:40PM Rainbowfish 2 1AQRAINS140A
Aug. 4 1AQSTARTS84
Starfish* 1AQSTARW630A 2:20PM Rainbowfish 3 1AQRAINS220A Aug. 11 1AQSTARTS811
(no class 8/26) Aug. 18 1AQSTARTS818
6:30PM Minnow 1AQMINS63A
7:00PM Pike 2 1AQPIK2W7A
Fish 1AQFISHS63A
Electric Eels 1AQEEELSW7A Fee per class:
Sunday, 6/21-8/23 (9 classes, no class 7/5)
Rays 1AQRAYSW7A $15 S, $20 P (30 min.);
8:00AM Parent/Child 1 IAQP/C1U8A $25 S, $30 P (45 min.)
Thursday, 6/25-8/20 (9 classes)
8:30AM Parent/Child 2 1AQP/C2U83A
9:00AM Parent/Child 2 1AQP/C2R9A
9:00AM Pike 1 1AQPIKIU9A Location: Wallace Pool
7:15PM Teen Beg.-Adv.* 1AQTEENR715A
Pike 2 1AQPIK2U9A
Friday, 6/26-8/28 (10 classes)
9:30AM Eels 1AQEELU93A
10:30AM Pike 1 1AQPIK1F103A Note:
Pike 2 1AQPIK2F103A Electric Eels 1AQEEELU93A
Small classes may be combined
5:30PM Pike 2 1AQPIK2F53A 10:00AM Guppy 1AQGUPU10A
6:00PM Pike 1 1AQPIK1F6A Starfish 1AQSTARU10A * Class is in the Wallace Pool.
6:30PM Electric Eels 1AQEEELSF63A 10:30AM Polliwog 1 1AQPOL1U103A All other classes are in the
7:00PM Guppy/Starfish 1AQGUPSTAR7A Polliwog 2 1AQPOL2U103A Rooke Pool
CONTACT: Aquatic Services Director, Patti Cassiba • 908-233-2700 x223 • pcassiba@westfieldynj.org
Associate Aquatics Director, Rob Faggiano • 908-233-2700 x276 • rfaggiano@westfieldynj.org
Assistant Aquatics Director, Sharon London • 908-233-2700 x253 • slondon@westfieldynj.org
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2 TIMES/WEEK (MON. & WED.) 4 WEEK SESSION
Session B Session C FEES 30 MIN. CLASS 45 MIN. CLASS
TIME CLASS
6/22-7/15 7/20-8/12 10 classes $118 S, $200 P
7:00PM Minnow 1AQMINW7B 1AQMINW7C 9 classes $106 S, $180 P
Fish 1AQFISHW7B 1AQFISHW7C 8 classes $94 S, $160 P $104 S, $174 P
Flying Fish 1AQFFW7B 1AQFFW7C 6 classes $71 S, $120 P
Shark 1AQSHARKW7B 1AQSHARKW7C
4 TIMES/WEEK (MON., TUES., THUR., FRI.) 2 WEEK SESSION
Session D Session E Session F Session G
TIME CLASS
6/22-7/3 7/6-7/17 7/20-7/31 8/3-8/14
9:30AM Pike 1 1AQPIK1930D 1AQPIK1930E 1AQPIK1930F 1AQPIK1930G
Pike 2 1AQPIK2930D 1AQPIK2930E 1AQPIK2930F 1AQPIK2930G
Eels 1AQEELS930D 1AQEELS930E 1AQEELS930F 1AQEELS930G
10:00AM Guppy 1AQGUP10D -- 1AQGUP10F --
Electric Eels -- 1AQEEELS10E -- 1AQEEELS10G
Polliwog 1 -- 1AQPOL110E -- 1AQPOL110G
Polliwog 2 1AQPOL210D -- 1AQPOL210F --
Starfish -- 1AQSTAR10E -- 1AQSTAR10G
Rays/Stingray 1AQRSTNG10D -- 1AQRSTNG10F --
3 TIMES/WEEK (MON., TUES., THUR.) 2 WEEK SESSION
Session H Session I Session J Session K
TIME CLASS
6/22-7/2 7/6-7/16 7/20-7/30 8/3-8/13
5:00PM Pike 1 1AQPIK15H 1AQPIK15I 1AQPIK15J 1AQPIK15K
Polliwog 1 1AQPOL15H -- 1AQPOL15J -- POOL CLOSINGS
Polliwog 2 -- 1AQPOL25I -- 1AQPOL25K One pool at a time is
Guppy -- 1AQGUP5I -- 1AQGUP5K scheduled to be closed for
Starfish 1AQSTAR5H 1AQSTAR5J annual maintenance beginning
Saturday, 8/22 and will
5:30PM Pike 2 1AQPIK2530H 1AQPIK2530I 1AQPIK2530J 1AQPIK2530K
reopen Tuesday, 9/8. Please
Eels 1AQEELS530H 1AQEELS530I 1AQEELS530J 1AQEELS530K visit www.westfieldynj.org or
Electric Eels 1AQEEELS530H -- 1AQEEELS530J -- call 908-233-2700 for the
Rays/Stingray -- 1AQRSTNG530I -- 1AQRSTNG530K latest information.
CLASS POLICIES
MAKEUP POLICY: Makeups are at the discretion of the aquatic directors. A SWIM DIAPERS: Required for all children who are not toilet trained and for
doctor’s note is required. Due to class ratios and consistency of class structure, children who are newly trained.
we cannot always arrange for a makeup session for a missed class.
LIGHTNING POLICY: In the event of a severe storm with thunder/lightning, the
CLASS LEVEL: Please be careful in selecting your child’s swim level. Class pools will be cleared. Swimming will not resume until 30 minutes have passed
changes may not be possible as classes fill quickly. If you would like to have since the last thunderclap is heard. If a storm occurs during a scheduled swim
your child tested for swim level, please ask an aquatics staff member. class, safety skills will be taught outside the pool area for the remainder of the
MINIMUM ENROLLMENT: Classes that do not meet a minimum enrollment will lesson. Aquatic staff will make every effort to schedule make-up classes for
be cancelled. An alternate class will be offered if available. unscheduled closings and will contact you directly.
WAIT LIST: If a class is full, please contact the Welcome Center to be added to WATER QUALITY POLICY: In the event of water contamination of the pool, the
the wait list. Limited spots may become available as we do try to add classes to pool will be closed for up to 24 hours. To protect against this occurrence, please
accommodate members. Please note: you cannot simultaneously be on a wait ensure that your child has gone to the bathroom before entering the pool.
list and registered for the same class on another day/time.
CONTACT: Aquatics Services Director, Patti Cassiba • 908-233-2700 x223 • pcassiba@westfieldynj.org
Associate Aquatics Director, Rob Faggiano • 908-233-2700 x276 • rfaggiano@westfieldynj.org
Assistant Aquatics Director, Sharon London • 908-233-2700 x253 • slondon@westfieldynj.org
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