Cape Ann YMCA Fall 2011 Program Guide I

Fall I 2011 ProgramsSeptember 11th - October 30thCAPE ANN YMCA

REACHINGNEW HEIGHTS

REGISTRATION BEGINS AUGUST 20TH!

PROGRAM GUIdE

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The YMCA of the North Shore works side by side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, connect and thrive. We are the nation’s leading nonprofit and we are committed to strengthening our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

When you join the Y or take part in our programs, you’re not just a member of a facility or a participant in a class; you are part of a cause.

The YMCA of the North Shore is committed to education and the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Our Y provides all children, adults and families, regardless of income, with opportunities to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body.

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Patrick BourckelMember Services [email protected] x1710

Rick DoucetteExecutive Director of Teen and Camp [email protected] x1702

Brian FlynnSchool Age Child Care [email protected] x1704

Scott HitchcockExecutive [email protected] x1701

Nikki KlinkRockport Youth & Teen Center [email protected] x1703

Jamie MayerAquatics [email protected] x1706

Caroline Titus McDonnellDirector of Member [email protected] 978.283.0470 x1708

Katy MilneYouth & Sports [email protected] x1714

Courtney MilliganHealth and Wellness [email protected] x1709

Steve PanunzioFacilities [email protected] x1707

CONTACT US

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Program Information 4Membership Information 5

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Education 6 Gymnastics 6-8 Recreation 8 Martial Arts 8 Sports 9 Swimming 10-11 Wellness 12

HEALTHY LIVING Family Time 13 Group Wellness Classes 14-15 Personal Fitness 16-17 Water Activities 17 Life-long Learning 17 Team Sports 17

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Y For All 18 Cape Ann Backpack Attach 18 Why I Give 18 Gloucester Teen Center 19 Rockport Teen Center 19 S.A.L.A.D.D. 19

To register for programs, please visit www.northshoreymca.org.

HERE ARE SOME HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR FALL I SESSION:

- Ready to try your first road race? Get involved in our Couch to Witch City 5K and run Salem’s Witch City 5K race this Fall! The class is designed for people who have never run before or haven’t run for years!

- Watch out for Nerf Attack! It’s incredible fun with options for youth and teens. Each week this class will include awesome Nerf games like capture the flag, king of the hill and team elimination!

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REGISTRATION dATES

Fall I 2011September 11th - October 30th • Members Currently Enrolled Saturday, August 20th - 7:30am • All Members Tuesday, August 23rd - 7:30am • Open to Community Tuesday, August 30th - 7:30am

PROGRAM LOCATIONS

CAY: Cape Ann YMCA71 Middle Street, Gloucester978.283.0470

GTC: Gloucester Teen Center9 Center Street, Gloucester

RTC: Rockport Teen Center32 Poole’s Lane, Rockport 978.546.3600

PROGRAM INFORMATION

REGISTRATION IS EASY...

You can stop by any of our local YMCA’s to register for any of your favorite programs, sign up for a membership or renew your membership! We are also excited to bring you online program registration that puts you in the driver’s seat, giving you the ability to search for programs, check availability and enroll with immediate confirmation. You are also able to renew your membership online and process payments. Sign up today at www.northshoreymca.org.

Don’t have an online account with us? It’s easy to sign up! Here’s how:1. Give us your e-mail address so we can link your e-mail to your online account. 2. You will receive an e-mail confirming your temporary online account information.3. Once you receive that e-mail, log onto our website at www.northshoreymca.org, scroll over the “Registration” link and select “Member Login”. Scroll down to select our branch, Cape Ann YMCA. Enter your temporary username and password. Scroll down and click “Edit Login and Password” to change your login and password to something of your choice.

If you have provided your e-mail address to us before and need to be reminded of your login and password, then simply: 1. Visit our website at www.northshoreymca.org, scroll over the “Registration” link and select “Member Login”. Scroll down to select our branch, Cape Ann.2. Click on “Retrieve Login” and enter your e-mail address. An automatic e-mail will be sent to you with your login and password.

You can now take control of your account, register for classes, and renew your membership at any time, day or night!

Refunds & Program Cancellations• The YMCA reserves the right to cancel a class in the event of insufficient enrollment for which a full refund will be issued.• Credits/refunds will not be issued for missed classes unless they were missed due to illness (a doctor’s note will be required).• No credits or refunds will be given after the program sessions have ended.• Many classes allow makeups for missed classes. Please contact the Program Director for more information.

Waitlist PolicyIf a program is full you may be placed on the waitlist. You will make no payment at that time and will be contacted by a Program Director if we are able to add you into the program. Please make sure that we have your correct address, email and phone number on file for notification.

Pro-RatingThe YMCA will pro-rate a program registration only after the second week of the start of the session (two missed classes).

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THE TOTAL PACkAGE IN AMENITIESThe Cape Ann YMCA has all of the facilities and amenities that you and your family need to stay together, play together and get fit together.

• We meet everyone’s needs with separate locker rooms for youth, adults and families.• Handicapped accessibility and street level entrance offer easy access for all.• Our drop-in babysitting program is a fun place for children and is FREE with a family membership.• Take advantage of member pre-registration and reduced rates on YMCA programs.• Join the YMCA and belong to 6 local Y’s, plus gain free access to all New England Y’s!

GET OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT dOWN THE ROAd TO FITNESSHelping people become more active has been a part of the Y’s mission for over150 years. Our Fitness Center allows us to continue that mission and better meet our members’ health and fitness goals. • Our air-conditioned fitness center, express cardio room and group exercise studios offer a comfortable environment in which to pursue your fitness goals. • Work up a sweat on our array of cardiovascular equipment: treadmills, elliptical machines, recumbent and upright bicycles, rowers, stair climbers, and more!• Tone and build your muscles with a variety of strength training equipment that is easy to use and delivers great results. • Our Fitness Center is staffed with experienced and friendly coaches to teach you how to get fit! • Get started on the right foot with our “Start Right” training program and receive 4 free sessions with a personal trainer who will help you set goals and get familiar with all of your fitness options.

FACILITY HOURSMonday-Friday 5:00am-9:30pmSaturday 7:00am-7:00pmSunday 7:00am-5:00pm

BABYSITTING HOURSMonday-Friday 8:00am-1:00pm Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-7:00pm Saturday 8:00am-11:30am

2011 YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE MEMBERSHIP RATES

*Membership **Joiner FeeAdult (ages 19 and above) $49/mo $771-Adult Family $61/mo $772-Adult Family with children $92/mo $992-Adult Family without children $85/mo $99College (ages 19-22) $29/mo $33Teen (ages 14-18) $23/moYouth (ages 0-13) $13.50/mo

* Monthly amount is automatically drafted via the YMCA's bank or credit card draft

** Joiner fee is a one-time fee and amount may be split into monthly payments with our convenient draft option

Financial assistance is available for all types of memberships. Your membership rates will be based on household income. The process is quick and easy so you can get involved soon!

2011 LOCAL CAPE ANN MEMBERSHIP RATES

*Membership **Joiner FeeAdult (ages 19 and above) $44/mo $771-Adult Family $56/mo $772-Adult Family with children $84/mo $992-Adult Family without children $78/mo $99Teen (ages 14-18) $22/moYouth (ages 0-13) $12/mo

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EdUCATIONFor more info on School Age Programs, please contact Brian Flynn, School Age Child Care director, at 978.283.0470 x1704 or [email protected].

Afterschool Program in GloucesterGrades: k-6Afterschool Rates Early Pick-up (2-hour option)days Fee days Fee1 $24 1 $182 $45 2 $353 $65 3 $514 $78 4 $665 $93 5 $80The Cape Ann Y offers children a chance to socialize with peers in a safe environment afterschool each and every day. Our program consists of homework support, enrichment clubs based on the interest of our participants, snack and free time. Each day is fun at the Y Afterschool Program. Programs in Gloucester run out of the Fuller Elementary and East Gloucester Elementary School. For more information on programming please contact Brian Flynn, School Age Child Care Director.

Out of School Time Program in RockportGrades: k-7Afterschool Rates Before School Ratesdays Fee days Fee1 $24 1 $122 $45 2 $223 $65 3 $304 $78 4 $365 $93 5 $43Our school age program in Rockport is called Out of School Time Program because it’s just that! We offer a before school program that starts at 7:30 each morning and an afterschool program that operates from dismissal until 6pm. For more information on programming please contact: Brian Flynn, School Age Child Care Director.

School’s Out Full day ProgramAges: 5-12Fee: Afterschool Participant $44 Non Participant $54Looking for something for your child to do during an upcoming Professional Development Day? Look no further than the School’s Out Full Day Program. Kids will enjoy a fun day at the Y full of gymnastics, gym and swim time! The program runs from 8am-6pm at the Cape Ann Y. Registration is required. Additional paperwork is required for children not previously enrolled in the aftershool program.CAY Friday, September 2nd

GYMNASTICSCAPE ANN kOdIAk GYMNASTICSThe Cape Ann YMCA is excited to continue its revised gymnastics program! Each level has been formatted to teach recreational gymnastics with a focus on strength, flexibility, coordination and, of course, fun. The individual levels are age and ability focused. Each level includes over 50 skills that build confidence, endurance and love for the sport of gymnastics.

Please feel free to speak with Youth & Sports Director, Katy Milne, with any specific questions you have on placement for your child. Katy may be reached at 978.283.0490 x1714 or via email at [email protected].

FOR YOUTH dEvELOPMENTNURTURING THE POTENTIAL OF EvERY CHILd ANd TEEN

To register for programs, visit:

WWW.NORTHSHOREYMCA.ORG

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Honey Pots/TotsAges: 1-3 with parents Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Music and movement exploration is a major part of the curriculum for our Parent/Tot class. Hand eye coordination and ball handling skills are developed along with small motor development. Children will also work on some gymnastics skills on the spring floor, bars, beam, trampoline, and Tumble Trak. This class will also focus on peer socialization and is a great place to meet other parents and guardians. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Wednesday 9:15am (ages 1-2)CAY Wednesday 10:00am (ages 2-3)

CubsAges: 2-3 without parents Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class is for children ready to attend class without a parent but are a little too young for Teddy Bear Tumblers. This class will not only focus on gymnastics skills, but will also touch on early childhood education. Numbers, letters, colors and social skills will be taught and reinforced throughout an introduction of gymnastics. Introduction to the beam, bars and tumbling will be the major components. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 9:15amCAY Tuesday 9:00am

Teddy Bear TumblersAge: 3 Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Teddy Bear Tumblers is the first step in our recreational gymnastics program. Through games, songs and activities our little gymnasts will work on the basic elements. Children will work on gross motor skills and coordination through tumbles, balancing and tricks. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Tuesday 9:45amCAY Thursday 10:00am

kindergym and SwimAges: 4-6 Fee: Y Member $92 Community $138What could be better than gymnastics and swimming in one day? Children will spend 40 minutes in Kindergym and then be brought by their instructor to the pool for a 40 minute lesson. Wear your suits under your clothes to make jumping into the pool even faster! Class length is 90 minutes.CAY Tuesday 3:30pmCAY Thursday 3:30pm

Black Bears Level I Ages: 4-5 & 6-8 Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class is designed for development of gymnastics skills, uneven bars, balance beam, tumbling, and Tumble Trak. Children work on basic gymnastics positions such as tuck, pike, straddle, squat and lunge.They will also work on skills such as handstands, cartwheels, round-offs, forward rolls and backward rolls. The children learn how to work well with others and improve their fine and gross motor skills, such as hand eye coordination and readiness while learning gymnastics. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday 10:00am, 3:30pm (ages 4-5)CAY Tueday 4:30pm (ages 6-8)CAY Wednesday 10:45am (ages 4-5)CAY Thursday 9:15am (ages 4-5)

Brown Bears Level 2 Ages: 5-9 Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class is structured focusing more on gymnastics skills rather than fine motor skills with work on cartwheels, round-offs, handstands, forward and backward rolls, and kids are introduced to the bridge. Students will learn skills on uneven-bars, balance beam, spring floor, trampoline and Tumble Trak. Children must have passed Level 1 or have a recommendation of an instructor. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday 5:15pmCAY Thursday 4:30pm

Parent/Tot Open RecAges: 12 months-5 years Fee: Y Member Free Community $5/family/dayThis class is for parents who enjoy leading their child on an individual basis. Parents work one-on-one on an obstacle course with a variety of equipment that will help develop gross motor skills. Enjoy some special time with your child participating in free play! Class length is one hour. Registration at the welcome center is required.CAY Monday 11:00amCAY Tuesday 10:30amCAY Thursday 10:30am

Youth Open GymnasticsGrades: 1 and up (ages 6 and under with parent)Fee: Y Member Free Community $5/family/dayWe are now are opening our gymnastics center for our youth members to come and tumble! Parents are welcome to drop their kids off for open gymnastics. Great member benefit! Registration at the welcome center is required.CAY Tuesday 6:30pm CAY Thursday 5:15pmCAY Monday 6:00pm


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kodiaks Level IGrades: 1-3 Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class serves as an introduction to the sport of gymnastics. From the beginning, this class promotes the confidence necessary to succeed in the sport of gymnastics. Basic gymnastics skills, body awareness and safety are emphasized. Class length is one hour.CAY Monday 4:30pm

Flips and TricksGrades: 1-5Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Try your hand at back handsprings, back tucks, walkovers, splits etc. We are wrapping all the elements of tumbling, cheer and fitness into one class. Class length is one hour.CAY Wednesday 5:00pm

Senior kodiaks TumblingGrades: 4 and upFee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class will serve as an introduction to floor tumbling. Great for dancers and cheerleaders that would like to focus on, or polish, their floor work using spotters and the Air Trak for practice. The other apparatuses will not be used in this class. Class length is one hour.CAY Wednesday 6:00pm

Back Handspring ClassGrades: 3 and upFee: Y Member $55 Community $80Impress your friends and neighbors! We have taken our popular back handspring clinic and turned it into a 7 week class. Each week we will focus on all aspects of strength, flexibility and power that it takes to add a back handspring to your cheer or gymnastic routine. This class will also work on other essential tumbling techniques. Class length is 45 minutes. Participants must be able to perform a cartwheel to take this class. CAY Tuesday 5:30pm

RECREATIONNerf Attack Grades: 1-3, 4-6 and 7-12Fee: Member $60 Community $90Bring your Nerf dart toys and friends each week for some all out Nerf battles! Staff members will set up obstacles and forts, and we will play games such as capture the flag, king of the hill, and team elimination. This one hour class has a minimum registration of 8; so get your friends involved in the action! Nerf toys not included. Protective eyewear required.CAY Monday 3:30pm (grades 1-3)CAY Monday 4:30pm (grades 4-6)CAY Monday 5:30pm (grades 7-12)

Play datesAges: 6 & under with parentFee: Y Member Free Community $15/familyCome spend mornings with friends. Recreational tools will be available for you and your children to come and play! Meet other children and parents who want to play in a safe environment. The gymnasium will be booked for families only! This is great member benefit. Program length is one hour.CAY Wednesday 10:00amCAY Friday 10:00am

kung-Fu Little PandasAges: 4-6Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class will work with local Kung-Fu instructor James Auditore. Each child will learn the 10 basics of YMCA Kung-Fu. We will focus on developing coordination and balance as a method of teaching humility, patience and respect. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Wednesday 3:30pm

kung-Fu Praying MantisGrades: 1-5Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class will work with local Kung-Fu instructor James Auditore. Each child will learn the 10 basics of YMCA Kung-Fu. We will focus on developing coordination and balance as a method of teaching humility, patience and respect for your school age child. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Wednesday 4:15pm

Intro to Tang Soo doo karateGrades: 1-5Fee: Y Member $88 Community $132Join veteran martial artist Victoria Demarco in learning the basic moves and concepts of Tang Soo Doo Karate. Students will enjoy a fun fitness approach to basic self-defense in a safe, structuredenvironment. By the end of the eight weeks, students will have better balance and coordination in addition to a better understanding of the Tang Soo Doo discipline, control and respect. Class length is one hour.CAY Thursday 3:30pm (main group-ex studio)


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karate Level IAges: 5-7, 8-12 and 13+Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80In this class students will learn the foundational basics of Karate, including focus, coordination, balance, basic stances, blocks and strikes. These will be further developed into kata (series of techniques and movements), and a means of self-defense. Students will also learn the value of patience, respect and perseverance. Participants will need to have a karate uniform, which may be purchased on the first day of class for $25 through the instructor. CAY Saturday 10:00am (ages 8-12)CAY Saturday 10:45am (ages 5-7)CAY Saturday 11:30am (ages 13+)

SPORTSFly Tying & Fly Fishing ClassAges: 8 and up Fee: Y Member $20 Community $30The Cape Ann YMCA will now be offering an introduction to Fly Tying & Fly Fishing. This class will enlighten students who are new to the art of fly tying with step-by-step tying techniques, material selection, tying tools and hook choices. This is a hands-on class where you will create the same flies the pros use for saltwater and freshwater fishing. Students do not need prior tying experience. In addition, the class will cover the basics of fly-fishing. There will be instructions on fly-casting, equipment selection, lines and basic knots. Introductory casting techniques will be scheduled, with the opportunity to fish your newly created fly patterns. Tying materials are supplied but individual tying tools required. The required may be purchased for $25 at First Light Anglers, 21 Main Street, Rowley, MA 01969 and include: Fly Tying Vise Thread Bobbin Material Scissors Bodkin Tool Whip Finishing ToolCAY Thursday 6:30pm

Teeny Sports JamAges: 2-3 with parent Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Learn the basics of sports with our toddler classes. Learn how to run, throw and jump. This class focuses on the gross and fine motor skills it takes for children to begin sports! Most importantly, they will learn to have positive interactions with children their age! Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 10:15am

Mini Sports Jam Ages: 3-5Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This is a great class for the sports-crazed kid! Each week we will focus on a different sport and new games. Tee-ball, tennis, football, basketball and more are taught! Come ready to run, play and have fun! Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday 9:15am

Preschool/Youth Soccer Leagues*Ages: 3.5-5 dynomites Grades k-1 MitesFee: Y Member $60 Community $85It’s never too early to start learning soccer! Join us Saturday morning for soccer league. Each soccer league is age-specific and will help to teach the game of soccer. Participants will be instructed on the fundamentals of soccer including dribbling, passing and shooting. Players will be placed on teams with volunteer coaches at the O’Maley Softball field on Mill Pond Rd. Registrations are due September 7th.

Interested in becoming a volunteer coach? contact Katy Milne at [email protected].

*League begins September 17th and runs for 7 weeks. You will be notified no later than September 15th with the schedule. Schedules and times are based on how many registrations are received.

Basketball Ages: 4-5 and Grades 1-6Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Dribble, shoot and nothing but net! Basketball is a sport that everyone loves to play. This class will focus on all the skills from beginner to advanced. Classes are dived by ages and gender to focus on individual progression. This is a great class to get players ready for the upcoming basketball season. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Tuesday 9:30am (ages 4-5) CAY Wednesday 3:30pm (grades k-3)CAY Wednesday 4:30pm (grades 4-6)

Floor Hockey Ages: 4-6, Grades 1-3 and Grades 4-6Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Continuing our Cape Ann Y hockey league, this class will return the fun for 7 more weeks. When kids play floor hockey they just want to play! The format of this class with be skill based for15 minutes and get right into a game for 30 minutes. CAY Thursday 10:00am (ages 4-6)CAY Thursday 4:30pm (grades 1-3) CAY Thursday 5:15pm (grades 4-6)

Teen Pick Up Basketball Grades: 6 and upFee: Y Member Free Community $6Every Thursday join teens and Y staff for pick-up basketball. Full court and half court games are played determined on number of players. Class length is one hour. CAY Thursday 7:30pm

Quick Start Tennis ClassAges: 6-8 and 9-13Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Quick start tennis is an exciting new play format for learning tennis designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size. Quick Start is part of the USTA. CAY Tuesday 3:30pm (ages 9-13)CAY Tuesday 4:30pm (ages 6-8)


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SWIMMINGShrimp, kipper, IniaAges: 6 months-24 months Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This class is an introduction to the aquatic environment for parents and their babies, filled with simple songs and games. Parent/child teams have an opportunity to bond, talk and play with others. Parents will learn basic aquatic safety. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 9:00amCAY Wednesday 9:30amCAY Friday 10:00am CAY Saturday 9:00am

PerchAges: 24 months-36 months Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80Children start moving independently through the water under their parents’ guidance in this program. Experience the fun of blowing bubbles, kicking, paddling and making a splash! Children are exposed to a structured class. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 9:30amCAY Wednesday 10:00am CAY Friday 9:00am CAY Saturday 9:35am

Pike with ParentAges: 3-5 Fee: Y Member $55 Community $80This alternative to the Pike class is a great transition for those children who are not yet comfortable going into a group class with an instructor. Children will learn basic paddle stroke skills, kicking skills, pool safety and correct floatation device use. The object of the class is to get the child comfortable with the class setting and explore the water environment. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 10:00amCAY Wednesday 9:00amCAY Friday 9:30amCAY Saturday 10:10am

Preschool Aquatics Ages: 3-5 Fee: Y Member $59 Community $84For your convenience! No more trying to determine the right level and then hoping it is offered at the time that suits your schedule. Simply reserve your spot and our swim instructors will split the children up into ability groups. Skills covered will be determined by the ability of each group of swimmers, but will follow our regular swim lesson progression. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday 9:00am, 9:50am, 3:30pmCAY Tuesday 4:20pmCAY Wednesday 9:00am, 9:50am, 3:30pmCAY Thursday 9:00am, 9:50am, 4:20pmCAY Friday 9:00am, 9:50am, 3:30pmCAY Saturday 9:00am 9:50am; 10:40am

Little SharksAges: 4-7 Fee: Y Member $85 Community $130The Little Sharks program is for swimmers 4-7 years old, who have little or no team based swimming experience. The program focuses on basic stoke mechanics, team building activities, physical and mental development, and most of all fun. Join us two days per week for one flat rate! Pre-requisite: being comfortable in the deep end. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Tuesday/Thursday 4:15pmCAY Wednesday/Friday 4:15pm

kindergym and SwimAges: 4-6 Fee: Y Member $92 Community $138What could be better than gymnastics and swimming in one day? Class will be a fun filled hour and a half. Children will spend 40 minutes in Kindergym and then be brought by their instructor to the pool for a 40 minute lesson. Wear your suits under your clothes to make jumping into the pool even faster! CAY Tuesday 3:30pmCAY Thursday 3:30pm

Youth/Teen Aquatics Grades: 1 and up Fee: Y Member $59 Community $84For your convenience! No more trying to determine the right level and then hoping it is offered at the time that suits your schedule. Simply reserve your spot and our swim instructors will split the children up into ability groups. Skills covered will be determined by the ability of each group of swimmers, but will follow our regular swim lesson progression. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Monday 4:20pm CAY Tuesday 3:30pmCAY Wednesday 4:20pmCAY Thursday 3:30pmCAY Friday 4:20pmCAY Saturday 9:50am, 10:40am

Springboard diving LessonsGrades: 3 and up Fee: Y Member $59 Community $84This class is designed for students competent in diving who want to learn springboard skills. The approach, spring, tuck, pike and reverse dives are introduced.CAY Tuesday 7:15pmCAY Thursday 7:15pmCAY Saturday 8:00am




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Swim TeamThe YMCA of the North Shore swim team strives to teach, train and motivate children to achieve their potential in competitive swimming. We create valuable experiences carried throughout life. Our direction and philosophy applies to the novice as well as the national caliber athlete. Our highly specialized coaching staff emphasizes a 10:1 swimmer to coach ratio, a year-round program, and ability-based practice groups. For more information, contact YNS Sharks at 978.564.3904 or online at www.ynssharks.net.

Competitive Swimming- Bronze GroupGrades: k-4 Fee: Y Member $85 Community $130Bronze Group is a perfect bridge between swimming lessons and swim team for the younger swimmer. It teaches stroke technique for free style, breaststroke, butterfly and backstroke, and also includes racing starts and turns as well as the principles of streamlining. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday 4:15pm

Competitive Swimming- Silver GroupGrades: 5 and up Fee: Y Member $85 Community $130The Silver/Gold Team is designed for swimmers who wish to learn the four competitive strokes in a formal class with their peers. The focus will be on stroke mechanics, starts, turns and aerobic conditioning. CAY Monday 4:15pm

Private Swim LessonsAll ages Fee: Y Member $30 per half hour $100 package of 4 half hour lessons $160 package of 8 half hour lessonsFor those looking for personalized attention, private swim lessons are the answer! Scheduled at your convenience, by appointment. CAY Please call 978.283.0470 x1706 to schedule an appointment .

Semi-Private Swim LessonsAll ages and abilities Fee: Y Member $45 per half hour $150 package of 4 half hour lessons $240 package of 8 half hour lessonsLooking for swim lessons on a day and time that better suits your schedule? Get a few friends together for a semi-private lesson. We can do one lesson, or a series of lessons on a day and time you choose. Scheduled at your convenience, by appointment only.CAY Please call 978.283.0470 x1706 to schedule an appointment .


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WELLNESS Physical Activity Club - PACGrades: 5-8 Fee: Free for qualified candidatesA personalized 12 week healthy lifestyle program, developed in collaboration with Addison Gilbert and Beverly Hospitals and Beverly Hospital at Danvers, focused on increasing physical activity and good nutritional practices to establish and maintain healthy weight. A personal coach guides each participant to achieve healthy lifestyle goals. This 12 week program with flexible scheduling options is ongoing and can begin at anytime. A YMCA membership is included when participating in this program. For further information please contact Courtney Milligan, Health & Wellness Director, at [email protected].

Tater Tot to Witch City 5kAges: 8 and upFee: Y Member $80 Community $115Interested in running but not sure where to start? Well we’ve brought our popular beginner’s running program to the younger crowd! You will be brought from the comforts or your couch to the finish line of the Witch City 5k in Salem, MA with all the right training, coaching, and support! Time to take your thoughts into action and get ready to run! All participants will receive entry into the race and an official Riptide Runners technical shirt!CAY Wednesday 5:00pm

Teen Weightlifting 101Ages: 14-18Fee: Y Member $50 Community $75This program is for teens interested in learning how to properly lift weights for any goal, whether it’s weight loss, mass building, slimming and toning or general strength gain! You will learn how to safely and most effectively perform many different exercises emphasizing proper form, technique, and breathing pattern. You will also learn several different exercises for each major muscle group, as well as a full body workout! Class length is one hour and meets on the fitness floor.CAY Thursday 5:00pm

Teen TRXGrades: 7-12Fee: Y Member $60 Community $90Safely perform tons of exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility and prevent injuries, all at the intensity of your choice. The TRX Suspension Trainer™ is adjustable for any fitness level, and the mechanics of TRX Suspension Training exercises are based on multiple planes of movement, so muscles work together to build strength, balance, flexibility and core stability in a safe and efficient manner. Professional athletes to the young little leaguer will safely increase muscular function and reduce the chance of injury. TRX Suspension Training is a great way for teens to use a simple piece of equipment combined with their body weight to get a great workout. Class is taught by a Certified TRX Instructor for one hour in the Training Studio on the 1st floor. CAY Monday 5:00pm

Teen Sports Strength and ConditioningGrades: 7-12Fee: Y Member $60 Community $90Use many different strength training techniques to improve your athletic performance in any sport! You will learn about lifting techniques and how to increase strength, power, and endurance to take your game to the next level. Work hard and build confidence in a small group setting. You will learn to use free weights, suspension training, body weight training and much more! Teens of all levels are welcome. Class length is one hour and meets in the fitness center. CAY Tuesday 5:00pm




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FOR HEALTHY LIvINGIMPROvING THE COMMUNITY’S HEALTH ANd WELL-BEING

FAMILY TIMEFriday Night FunGrade: 1-6Fee: Y Member $10 Community $15Parents deserve a night off, but kids look forward to a Friday night full of fun! Well, you spoke and we heard! We offer two times for different age groups to allow for ease of pick-up and drop-off. Kids will be broken into their age groups for three hours of swimming, a light snack, gymnastics and sports. This is a drop-in program that follows the school calendar. Drop-off is in the YMCA gymnasium. Buy a punch pass and save!CAY Friday Nights 5:30pm-8:30pm September 16, 23, 30 October 7, 14, 21, 28

Small-Fryday Night FunAges: 3-6Fee: Y Member $10 Community $15A great choice for our younger kids. Bring your children ages 3-6 to their own special Friday Night Fun. The group will have a light snack, work on an art project, play in the gymnastics room, learn new games in the gym and jump in the pool to cool down. This is a drop-in program. We ask that children be potty trained. Drop-off is in the YMCA lobby.CAY Friday Nights 3:30pm-6:30pm September 16, 23, 30 October 7, 14, 21, 28

Halloween SPOOkTACULAR CarnivalAges: AllFee: Y Member $10/Family Community $15/FamilyJoin us for a Halloween carnival! Games, crafts and even our famous haunted hallway! Make sure you dress up in your best costume. A fantastic family event for all ages.CAY Saturday, October 29 5:00pm-6:30pm

BIRTHdAY PARTIESPool PartiesPool Parties include one hour in the party room for cake and presents, and one fun filled hour in 3 lanes of the pool afterwards. Party includes up to 15 children. Additional fees required for more than 15 children. For more information, contact the Aquatics Department at 978.559.3006.

Sports PartiesChoose from a variety of sports for your child and his/her friends. Parties include one hour in the party room followed by one hour in the gymnasium with a YMCA sports instructor. Please contact Katy Milne at 978.283.0470 x1714 or [email protected].

Nerf Attack PartiesBring your own dart toys and friends and get ready for an all-out birthday battle! Staff will setup obstacles and forts and you can play such games as capture the flag, king of the hill and team elimination. Please contact Katy Milne at 978.283.0470 x1714 or [email protected].

Gymnastics PartiesGymnastic Birthday Parties include one hour in a party room for cake and presents, and one fun filled hour in the gymnastic center. Parties are held Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Party includes up to 15 children. For more information, please contact Katy Milne at 978.283.0470 x1714 or [email protected].

Rockport Youth & Teen Center PartiesHave a blast playing foosball, ping pong, billiards, air hockey or board games! Project Wii games or movies on the big screen. There is also a half kitchen, tables, chairs and comfy couches available. Weather permitting, participants can enjoy the outside area and skate park behind the Youth & Teen Center. This is the perfect place for a live band, dance party, craft party or other special themed party. Great for parties of any age. Additional charge for over 45 party guests. For more information, please contact Nikki Klink at 978.559.3003 or [email protected].



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GROUP WELLNESS CLASSESWeight Loss Challenge Ages: 18 and up Fee: Y Member: $360 Community: $450 Are you ready for success? Committed to losing weight? Learn how to do it the right way, with the help of our fitness team! This 8-week program will have you working with a Certified Personal Trainer to get you on the path to a healthy lifestyle. Work out with your trainer twice a week for 30-minute sessions, attend a nutritional guidance seminar, keep a food journal, attend fun social events once a week, and get a before and after body composition analysis! Go into the holiday season feeling great! This program will run September11-November 11. For more information please contact Courtney Milligan, Health & Wellness Director at [email protected] or 978.283.0470 x1709.

RUN FitAges: 14 and upFee: Y Member $67 Community $100Get RUN Fit with workouts geared toward the novice runner to improve your running strength, endurance and speed. This is perfect for those thinking of training for a late Fall endurance race. Training and topics will include: nutrition, hydration, strength training, stretching, injury prevention tips, mental training cold weather training. Class is led by Chrissy Merritt and Jenn Fernandes, who have successfully led and trained more than 40 novice runners from the “Couch to 5k” in the last 16 weeks! CAY Thursday 6:00pm

Riptide Runners Run ClubAges: 18 and upFee: Y Member: Shirt Fee $20 This is the perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to run with people who have a passion for running. It doesn’t matter if you’re a marathon runner or have never finished a road race in your life. Not only will you be a part of a team with a great group of people this will also allow you to enter races as a team if you so choose. You will be on an email list with the rest of the group and be able to plan weekly group runs: go on the ones you can make it to and skip the ones you can’t. Run in different places and at different times, whatever you can do and have camaraderie while you run! For more information contact Courtney Milligan at [email protected].

Couch Potato to Witch City 5kAges: 16 and upFee: Y Member $88 Community $130Want to run a road race but don’t know where to start? We dare you to try this program! This is the perfect opportunity for anyone to get off the couch, get ready to run, and finish the Witch City 5K Road Race in downtown Salem, MA! This program will bring you from the comforts of your couch to the training needed to complete your first 5K road race in our very own YMCA of the North Shore Road Race Series! This highly-acclaimed program is the perfect place to start for all beginner runners. We have had over 90 Couch Potato graduates get active, get fit, and continue running races! All participants will receive entry to the road race and an official Riptide Runners technical t-shirt!CAY Tuesday 6:00pm

Upcoming YMCA Road Races Looking for a great road race to take part in this year? The YMCA of the North Shore hosts a total of 15 races from April through December. Upcoming races inlcude:• Around Cape Ann - 25K September 5 at 9:00am• Run the Goose - 7K September 5 at 9:00am• Rowley Poker Run - 5K September 17 at 9:00am• Witch City - 5K October 23 at 9:00am

For more information or to register on-line, please visit www.northshoreymca.org.

Rise & Shine Boot CampAges: 16 and upFee: Y Member $80 Community $120Get into gear with this high intensity workout! Start your day off right with a mix of plyometric exercises, muscle conditioning, and cardio. We pull out all the stops to make you sweat and push you to new levels. For 8 weeks you will meet 3 times per week for an hour each time. We do more in that one hour than most people do in an entire day! Work harder than you think you can and enjoy the results! All classes are mandatory. Minimum of 4 participants necessary for this class to run.CAY Monday/Wednesday/Friday 6:00am

TRX Suspension Rope TrainingAges: 16 and upFee: Y Member $90 Community $135Make your body your machine. Born in the U.S. Navy SEALS, TRX Suspension Training® is a revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise. You’re in control. Safely perform hundreds of exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility and prevent injuries, using just a single piece of equipment. With nearly endless modifications that can be made by adjusting body position, resistance can be altered to accommodate beginners through the most advanced exercisers looking for a challenge. Classes run one hour in length. There is a 2 person minimum for this class to run; 4 person maximum per class.CAY Monday 7:30am, 8:30am, 9:30am CAY Tuesday 7:00am, 9:00am, 5:00pm CAY Wednesday 7:30am, 9:00am CAY Thursday 9:00am, 4:00pm CAY Friday 7:00am, 12:00pm

Obstacle FitAges: 18 & upFee: Y Member $67 Community $100Not your average running class! This class will not only work on running and endurance but will include obstacle course elements such as monkey bars, sand pit crawls, rope climbs, etc. to mix in upper body strengthening, core building and a whole lot of fun! This class will help you prepare for events such as a Warrior Dash or a Spartan Race and can get you in the best shape of your life! The pre-requisite for this class is to be able to run 3 miles. CAY Thursday 10:00am

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Stott Pilates® - Limited Time ONLYAges: 16 & upFee: Y Member $90 Community $135FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY our very own Haley Allison will be teaching Stott Pilates® in a small group setting using matwork and introducing light equipment. This class will instruct you on Stott Pilates basic principles, and will take you through a dynamic, full-body workout that focuses on improving flexibility and core strength, with exercises that stretch and tone all muscle groups. Programming will vary to include, stability balls, arc barrels, flex-bands, toning balls, Pilates circles,and BOSU balance trainers. There is a 6 person maximum per class.CAY Monday 5:00pmCAY Tuesday 4:00pmCAY Thursday 8:00am

Strength & ConditioningAges: 18 & upFee: Y Member $52 Community $80Use a combination of all the latest training tools and techniques to increase overall strength, speed, power and agility! This class is sure to get you in great shape by training you as an athlete! You will use a combination of free weights, resistance bands, plyometric exercises, medicine balls and more to push yourself to the max! We’ll pull our all the stops to make you work to your full potential. CAY Tuesday 6:00pm

Silver StrengthAges: 60 and upFee: Y Member $56 Community $84This strength training program is geared towards adults age 60+ looking to stay fit and healthy for years to come! You will work with a trainer to safely perform a series of exercises specific to increasing strength and stamina as well as improving balance and flexibility! Perfect for those looking to incorporate strength training into their workout routine and learn the most effective means of working each major muscle group, this program is perfect for all ability levels! Silver Strength runs in a comfortable, non-competitive atmosphere, and will be geared towards not only physically training the participants, but educating them on proper form and technique to gain the benefits they seek! Class length is one hour and meets in the fitness center.CAY Monday 10:00am

Women on WeightsAges: 18 and upFee: Y Member $56 Community $84This one is just for the ladies! Want to enhance your regular workout routine? Throw a wrench into it and start lifting weights! This new and exciting program is for adult women who want to learn to utilize the free weight area of our facility and maximize the results of their workout. All activities take place in a non-competitive and supportive atmosphere. Your instructor will guide you through safe and effective activities instructing you on proper form and technique to get you closer to your fitness goals. Remember: building muscle will help make you toned and lean as well as improving bone health! Class length is one hour and class is held in the fitness center. CAY Thursday 10:00am

Healthy BackAges: 18 and upFee: Y Member $56 Community $84Most times lower back pain can be remedied with training of the back & abdominal muscles. If you are struggling with lower back pain, weakness or stiffness, this is the program for you! Build the appropriate strength needed for a healthy back which, in return, will be a happy back. Class is led by Juliana McGovern and is one hour in length. Class length is one hour and is located in the fitness center. CAY Friday 10:00am

Weightlifting 101Ages: 18 and upFee: Y Member $56 Community $84This program is for anyone interested in learning how to properly lift weights for any goal, whether it’s weight loss, mass building, slimming and toning, or general strength gain! You will learn how to safely and most effectively perform many different exercises emphasizing proper form, technique and breathing pattern. You will also learn several different exercises for each major muscle group, as well as how to put together a full body workout! Class is one hour in length and meets on the fitness floor. CAY Wednesday 6:00pm


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PERSONAL FITNESSA Revolutionary virtual Trainer Program FREE for YMCA of the North Shore Members!

ActivTrax is available at the Y. ActivTrax is a revolutionary, web-based virtual trainer program that takes the guesswork out of your workout This “virtual trainer” serves as your workout partner and understands your wants, needs and goals. It’s simple to use, very effective and easy to get started.

5-Step Strength TestSimply take a quick 5-step strength test and then perform the prescribed exercises using the specific weights and repetitions on your workout printable from your home computer or the ActivTrax kiosk at the Y.

Customized WorkoutsActivTrax creates a new workout for you with every visit to the Y – keeping things fresh and interesting. It tells you which equipment to use, how to set the weights and how long to rest between sets. There’s even an online exercise library that shows you how to perform the exercises correctly. ActivTrax is for every member at every level – beginner, intermediate or advanced – it guides you, tracks your progress and challenges you on your terms.

Weekly Meal PlanActivTrax offers an optional nutrition component that complements your workout routine. Once you enter your personal information, it provides a weekly meal plan to help you meet your goals. It will even give you a shopping list that you can print and take to the grocery store. Speak with a YMCA staff member to get on track with ActivTrax today!

Start Right TrainingAges: 18 and upFree with any Adult/Family MembershipThis orientation program is designed to start you on your path to achieving your health and fitness goals! We will do this through a series of four educational sessions. These 30 minute sessions will have you working one-on-one with a qualified fitness professional to help familiarize you with the fitness center equipment as well as working with you on a basic exercise program. Whether your goal is to lose weight, build mass or just gain overall health benefits, this program will help you set sail in the right direction based on your current ability, experience and availability! Sign up any time at the welcome desk, or contact Courtney Milligan, Health & Wellness Director, at [email protected] or 978.283.0470 x1709.

Body Measurements & AnalysisAges: 14 and upFee: Y Member $25 Community $37Your body weight can be deceiving! It is more meaningful to take measurements such as circumferences and body composition. When starting a weight loss program it is very important that you remember that muscle weighs more than fat. By tracking your inches and body fat percentage you will have a much clearer view of your progress. Our new software program can track your progress over time, and give you an easy-to-read print out filled with important information that a qualified Personal Trainer will interpret with you! Remember, weight is not the clearest indicator of a healthy lifestyle! Sessions are 30 minutes in length. CAY By appointment

Physical Therapy ScreeningsIf you experience pain or suffer an injury while participating in your sport or activity, it is important to consult a physical therapist. A prompt evaluation may save you from a more serious injury. We will be offering free physical therapy screenings presented by Spaulding Outpatient Center, Cape Ann. Licensed Physical Therapists will be available to examine problems such as tendonitis, sprains, strains, aches and pains. Sessions are by appointment or on a first come, first serve basis. Please visit the welcome center or ask a fitness instructor regarding upcoming screenings.CAY Monday, September 12th 8:00am-10:00amCAY Wednesday, October 12th 4:00pm-6:00pm

Therapeutic/Assisted StretchingAges: 18 and upFee: (30-minute sessions, by appointment) Y Member $20/session Community $30/sessionOne of the most important aspects of fitness is often completely overlooked: stretching! Proper stretching can decrease risk of injury, maintain/increase joint range of motion, decrease soreness, improve posture, improve circulation, or just help you feel good! You will feel the difference after just one ½ hour session! Please contact Courtney Milligan, Health & Wellness Director, at [email protected] or 978.283.0470 x1709 to schedule an appointment. Purchase in packages of 1, 3, 5, 8, or 10 sessions.

Small Group TrainingAges: 14 and up, 3-8 PersonsFee: Y Member Packages start at $16/sessionPersonal Training made more affordable! Work with a group of 3-8 people with similar goals. Whether you are training for a specific event, sport, or just trying to lose some weight with some friends, you can do it all with the help of a Certified Personal Trainer. A trainer will push you harder than you may push yourself and will help you achieve the results you deserve! By appointment. Please contact Courtney Milligan, Health & Wellness Director, at [email protected] or 978.283.0470 x1709 to schedule an appointment.

60-minute sessions:

3 sessions: $55 per person




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One-on-One Personal TrainingAges: 14 and upOur highly qualified Personal Trainers will help you reach your fitness goals and exceed your expectations. Our trainers will push you using all the classic fitness tools as well as having access to the latest fitness equipment including spin bikes, kettle bells, and TRX suspension training. Our training staff has the knowledge and experience to help you succeed. This program provides constant challenges, evolves with your fitness level, and produces the results you deserve! Please contact Courtney Milligan, Health & Wellness Director, at [email protected] or 978.283.0470 x1709 to schedule an appointment.

60-minute sessions: 30-minute sessions:

1 session: $55 3 sessions: $99

3 sessions: $155 5 sessions: $155



20 sessions: $960

30 sessions: $1,440

Buddy Personal TrainingTwo Participants ages 14 and up Have a friend you like to work out with? Don’t like going to the gym alone? Need that extra push to work a little harder? Find a person with similar goals and work together with your favorite trainer! Getting results is great; seeing your buddy succeed is awesome too! Have fun, work hard and save money all at the same time! By appointment. Please contact Courtney Milligan, Health & Wellness Director, at [email protected] or 978.283.0470 x1709 to schedule an appointment.

60-minute sessions:

1 session: $35 per person




WATER ACTIvITIES

Swim FitAges: 18 and up Fee: Member $41/month Community $82/month Member drop in $15 Community drop in $20 Get the most out of your swimming workout. Whether you’re trying to stay fit, train for a triathlon, or compete on our Master’s Swim Team, our coaches will provide you with workouts based on your goals. All levels are encouraged to participate. Visit www.ynssharks.net and click on the “Swim Fit” link to see practice schedules for all North Shore YMCA locations. Payments are made via electronic draft.CAY Monday/Wednesday 7:15pm-8:15pm CAY Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 9:00am-10:15am

Adult Stroke ClinicAges: 18 and upFee: Y Member $55 Community $80 This class is designed for beginner to intermediate swimmers that are not ready for a competitive swim group. It will enhance stroke so you get the most from your workout. Swimmers will become more comfortable in the water and reduce the chance of injury by learning proper technique for swimming. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Monday 5:45pm CAY Thursday 5:10pmCAY Friday 5:15pm

Aquatics Personal Training 1 Session Fee: Y Member $55 Community $65 3 Sessions Fee: Y Member $155 Community $185 5 Sessions Fee: Y Member $250 Community $300 10 Sessions Fee: Y Member $480 Community $580 Marlee Nelson is a Nationally Certified, MASTER Level/USWFA Personal Aquatic Fitness Trainer and Instructor, and Certified AFAA Personal Trainer. She is also a Certified Lifeguard, Certified Water Aerobics Instructor and a Certified WSI Swim Instructor. Please contact the aquatic office at 978.283.0470 x1706 to schedule an appointment. Session length is one hour.

LIFE-LONG LEARNINGWest African drum & danceAges: 18 and up Fee: Y Member FREE Community $10Treat yourself to a uniquely tremendous experience led by Mamadou Diop of Sénégal. He will lead the way as together you explore your abilities with the powerful rhythms of West Africa, the unique and high energy music of Mamadou Diop sets feet and spirits dancing. Class length is one hour. ACC Sunday 11:00am

TEAM SPORTS

50+ Adult BasketballAges: 50 and up Fee: $250 per team A league for our active older adults. We will have 8 weeks of regular season play with a final championship game. To keep team fees down we will have one referee and one score keeper. Rosters are due with fees paid in full by September 12th. Questions, contact Katy Milne, Youth & Sports Director at [email protected] Wednesday Nights (Team Scheduled TBd)

Season starts Wednesday September 21st. Championship game for the top two seeded teams will be held on November 16th.




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FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITYGIvING BACk ANd PROvIdING SUPPORT TO OUR NEIGHBORS

Our Y cares for ALL in our community. It’s the socially responsible thing to do! One out of every 3 people in our Y needs our financial help to access essential Y programs and services. It takes the support of our entire community to help our neighbors in need.

A donation to the Y matters to the single mom who struggles to give her son a safe place to be after school. And it matters to your neighbor who lost her job in this uncertain economy as she tries to afford a membership that gives her and the kids a place to de-stress and bond.

Your gift matters to the 300 families in our Y who need our help. The Y’s annual campaign, Y FOR ALL, is well underway. We hope you’ll consider supporting your neighbors in need with a gift. You may make a online donation by visiting www.northshoreymca.org/donate.cfm.

Together we can build stronger, more inclusive communities, provide support for families and promote positive change.

A GREATER CAUSEAt the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical needs for over 150 years. Whether developing skills or emotional well-being, welcoming and connecting diverse populations or advocating for healthier communities, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and deserve. We truly have a greater cause!

WHY I GIvE..

Mary Spittle, a member of the Cape Ann Y Board of Directors, went the extra mile getting involved in this year’s annual lobby campaign to share information about “Y for All” with our members, and to raise extra financial support for Gloucester and Rockport families in need. Mary came early with coffee and snacks, rallied friends to help, helped create a special “High Five for the Y” giving program, and spent hours in the lobby sharing her passion for the Y’s mission with members. When we asked her why she gives to the Y, this is what she had to say:

“The Y gave me the opportunity to become aware of my capabilities and my inner strength unlike any other experience in my life. Through the expert instructors in the aquatic department I learned to swim as an adult. I overcame my fear of water as well as gained insight into myself. Times were difficult at this point in my life and these life lessons that I learned were just what I needed to assist me in gaining confidence and spirit to guide me through. Who knew so much could be accomplished through simple swimming lessons!” – Mary Spittle

Thanks to Mary, and to all of you who have generously contributed your time and financial support to our mission for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility right here in Cape Ann! If you would like to tell us why you give to the Y, please email Caroline McDonnell at [email protected].

Cape Ann Backpack AttackThe first annual back to school Backpack Attack provides needed school supplies and backpacks for deserving kids in Cape Ann. You can donate a backpack full of school supplies or just drop off the school supplies or backpacks separately and we will assemble complete back pack kits. Suggested school supplies include: backpacks, pencils, notebooks, binders, markers, file folders, colored pencils, calculator, pens, etc. Please visit the Cape Ann Y welcome center for a more complete list of supplies. Backpack and school supplies accepted until September 9th. Donations may be dropped off at the drop box located in the lobby of the Cape Ann Y.



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Y TEENS REBUILdING NEW ORLEANS III

Planning is underway for our 3rd annual service learning trip to New Orleans. To help support this important initiative for our local teens, contact Rick or Nikki.

YMCA GLOUCESTER TEEN CENTER9 Center Street • Gloucester • www.cayteenandcamp.orgIn the autumn of 2008, our YMCA was able to reestablish the YMCA’s Teen Center in Gloucester. Sharing space with our branch office in the heart of downtown, teens have been involved in every aspect of helping create and operate a place to truly call their own.

S.A.L.A.d.d. STUdENTS ANd LEAdERS AGAINST dESTRUCTIvE dECISIONS

S.A.L.A.D.D. provides Teens with opportunities to make healthy decisions and encourage their peers to do the same. They seek to better the image of teens and actively making positive community impact.

S.A.L.A.D.D. has initiated many valuable events in Rockport. Last year, they hosted Rockport’s first ever Prom Goes On Party and they are already planning this year’s event. S.A.L.A.D.D. hosts an annual Costume Karaoke party as a safe Halloween alternative. They also work in collaboration with the school to host Natural Beauty Day (encouraging girls not to wear makeup for a day). The 84 (representing the 84% of teens in MA who choose not to smoke), and springtime initiatives against Drinking and Driving. Additionally, they collaborate to help the Rockport PTO and Rockport Rotary Club with their youth initiatives; S.A.L.A.D.D. teens have become the role models for Rockport’s youth.

For more information on meeting times and locations, please visit www.rockportteencenter.org.

Hours: Monday-Friday 2:00pm-8:30pm Saturday Hours vary

Y TEEN LEAdERS CLUBCommitted to the values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT and RESPONSIBILITY, the members of the Cape Ann YMCA Teen Leaders Club have dedicated themselves to working together to “give back”.Since 1995, these teens have chosen to actively volunteer time and effort for the betterment of the community to which they belong.

Efforts and activities include: •Volunteering at local organizations •8-12 hours of monthly community service•The annual “Rock-A-Thon to Feed Cape Ann’s Hungry”•Preparing & serving meals quarterly•Participating in the GLOUCESTER PRIDESTRIDE every year, raising funds for teen events•Volunteering to help teach and guide YMCA programs for youth•Soliciting donations for the YMCA’s Annual Y FOR ALL Campaign to provide financial assistance for those in need•Optional participation in three weekend-long regional rallies•Optional participation in the weeklong Northeast Teen Leaders School – held each summer at Lake George in New York

For more information on leaders and meeting times, please visit www.cayteenandcamp.org.

Ben Beyea Youth & Teen Center32 Pooles Lane • Rockport • www.rockportteencenter.orgOpened in the spring of 2007, this collaboration between the Town of Rockport and the YMCA is located at Evans Field. Over the past three-and-a-half years, staff and teens have forged strong, healthy enduring relationships while working together for the future of Rockport youth.

The Youth & Teen Center gives teens a place to belong and a chance to have a good time while making healthy decisions.

Teens play music at band nights, compete in game tournaments, paint murals, learn to bake, ski and snowboard, have dance competitions, plant flowers in the garden, and skateboard behind the Teen Center.

Not only this, but they give back to the community. Teens host trash pick up days in Rockport, hold free skate clinics for Rockport youth, and write encouraging letters to Ugandan orphans and soldiers in Iraq. They are building the foundation for lives of service and community engagement.

Hours: Monday–Thursday 2:30pm-6:00pm Friday & Saturday 2:30pm-10:00pm

The Teen Center is open to all youth from 6th through 12th grade.

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WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - TESTIMONIAL

“The Weight Loss Challenge gave me just the right motivation and structure to get me back to the gym and into a workout habit. The personalized fitness training and group sessions are a good balance to introduce you to all that the Y has to offer. My trainer was terrific at giving me the confidence I could do it, and I did! Now I come to the Y several times a week to work out in the weight room and to swim. And I still hear my trainer’s voice pushing me on to take that extra step. I have already recommended this program to everyone I meet. It helped me recommit to being fit and enjoy exercise again.” – Katherine Prum

Read more about the Weight Loss Challenge on page 14!

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