High Ridge YMCAhighridgeymca.org

2014 FALL I & IIYouth

PROGRAM GUIDEWELCOME TO THE YMCA!At the YMCA it is our mission to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities through programs that develop spirit, mind and body for all. As a non-profit focused on healthy living, social responsibility and youth development, our goal is to provide a positive learning environment for you and your child.

JOIN US THIS FALL!Fall 1 (8 weeks) August 31-October 25 Fall 2 (8 weeks) October 26-December 20Member registration for all sessions begins August 4. Non member registration for Fall Session I begins August 18 and for Fall Session II October 13.

In addition to the classes listed in this guide, we also offer a number of free classes (for members) and events that may not be included in this guide. For our most up-to-date program class schedule as well as downloadable group fitness, swim and gym schedules visit our website at highridgeymca.org/programs. Classes are subject to change.

View and register for our programs at register.ymcachicago.org.Registrations are taken online, in-person or by phone. Remember, we're here to help so if you have any questions about our offerings or the registration process don't hesitate to contact us.

Questions? Contact us at 773.262.8300.

FRIDAY FAMILY EVENTS Make a date with your friends and family to spend Friday nights together at the Y. Whether you’re looking to spend quality time together as a family, looking for fun activities for siblings to bond and make new friends or looking for some special time together as a couple, the Y has you covered. Family events are open to members and non-members alike.

1st Friday of the month - Family Night2nd Friday of the month - Parents Night Out 3rd Friday of the month - Teen Night4th Friday of the month - Family Night

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2014 FALL I & IIYouth High Ridge YMCA

SESSIONFALL FALL

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESGoldfish Swimming Lessons 4-15 F 5:40-6:10PM $76/$152 $76/$152 4-15 Sa 1-1:30PM $76/$152 $76/$152 Gym And Swim 3-5 M 6:05-7:20PM $50/$100 $50/$100 Y.E.S. Youth Yoga 6-12 M 6PM-6:45AM Free/$8 Circle Of Friends 2-5 M W F 10:15-11AM $40 $40 Parents Night Out 1-12 F 6-9PM $12 $12 YES Playtime Pals 3-5 Sa 1:30-2PM Free/$8 Free/$8 Seido Juku Karate Beginner 1M-99Y Tu Th 5:45-6:30PM $450/$585Seido Juku Little Kick Karate 2-5 Tu Th 4-4:45PM $450/$585Seido Juku Tot Karate 2-3 Times Vary $225/$360Pre-Ballet 3-4 Sa 12-12:30PM $36/$72 $36/$72 Ballet I 5-8 Sa 11-11:50AM $38/$75 $38/$75 Ballet II 8-12 Sa 10-10:50AM $38/$75 $38/$75 YES Hip Hop 6-9 Sa 12:30-1:20PM Free/$8 Free/$8 YES Crafty Kids Club 6-12 F 6-7PM Free/$8 Free/$8 YES Outrageous Artists 6-12 W 6-7PM Free/$8 Free/$8 YES Super Scientists 9-12 Th 6-7PM Free/$8 Free/$8 Family Halloween Night 1M-99Y F 6-8PM $4/$8

Lifeguard Recertification Class 15+ Sa 2-7PM $75/$100Private Swim Lesson 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $160/$210Private Swim Lessons 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $27/$37 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $37/$47 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $110/$160Semi-Private Swim Lessons 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $37/$47 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $47/$57 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $160/$210 3+ M-Su 6AM-10PM $210/$260Synchronized Swimming 6-21 Su 5-7PM $8Y Boxing II 15-85 Th Sa Times Vary $25/$50

Goldfish Swimming Lessons This class will teach students with special needs to swim. Instructors and assistants will meet the students’ needs. Class size is limited to four participants. Parents are required to remain in the pool area during class. Please email Aquatics Director Maggie Szmurlo @mszmurlo@ymcachicago.org to set up an evaluation. If you have any questions feel free to contact Maggie at 773/326.2920.

Gym And Swim This class combines fun in the pool and gym! We will help your child develop physical and social skills on land, then participate in group preschool swim lessons.

Circle Of Friends Bring your little one every Monday, Wednesday and Friday to Circle of Friends, where he or she will learn to play with other children and have fun by exploring activities. This program will include playing circle games, singing songs, dancing and story time.

YOUTH Parents Night Out Parents Night Out will give you peace of mind knowing that your children are in a supervised, structured environment, while you run errands or catch up with friends. Your kids will have fun playing games and sports, creating art, watching movies and making new friends. Dinner will be served.

YES Playtime Pals Playtime pals will allow your toddler to play and socialize with other children their age. Tots will learn to interact with one another, while participating in educational activities.

Seido Juku Tot Karate Seido Karate is a traditional Japanese style of karate, formed in 1976 by Kaicho Tadashi Nakamura, and headquartered in New York City. The word Seido means the Sincere Way and Seido Karate is an effective Mind, Body, Spirit practice. The three fundamental principles are: respect, love, and obedience.Mission: Training in Seido Juku Karate develops respect, discipline, self-confidence, ‘non-quitting spirit’, self-defense, fitness and emphasizes the importance of service in one’s community through traditional Japanese karate training. Students develop through a system that promotes self and community development, not emphasizing tournaments and trophies.

Ballet Bring your little ballerina to the Y to begin their dancing experience. Dancers will focus on body awareness and movement. Your little ballerina will learn the fundamentals of leaps, posture and six positions even Joeffrey Prima Ballerinas have to start with.

Private Swim Lessons This is for participants who only want to sign up for a package of five 30 minute private lessons. A private lesson is one instructor with one participant. Please fill out a private lesson request for upon registering for any private lessons. Private lesson request forms should be turned into Maggie Szmurlo @mszmurlo@ymcachicago.org. If you have any questions feel free to contact Maggie at 773/326.2920.

Semi-Private Swim Lessons This is for participants who only want to sign up for a single 30 minute semi-private lesson. A semi-private lesson is one instructor with two or three participants. Please fill out a private lesson request for upon registering for any private lessons. Private lesson request forms should be turned into Maggie Szmurlo @mszmurlo@ymcachicago.org. If you have any questions feel free to contact Maggie at 773/326.2920.

Synchronized Swimming Synchronized swimming challenges the creativity of swimmers by combining the movements of dance with swimming skills. Students work to improve stroke, form and endurance while gaining confidence and poise. Swimmers may participate in performances and competitions. Prerequisite: Fish level or above.

Y Boxing II Increase your speed, agility, and strength and prepare to sweat in this boot camp style interval training boxing class. Hand wraps not required, but highly recommended.

YES Super Scientists Hey super scientists! Are you ready to explore? Learn and participate in a variety of hand on science projects that will spark your imagination. Projects change weekly.

YES Youth Basketball Skills “Does your youngest want to play basketball? This class is designed to develop and test the fundamental basketball skills of your child. We cover rules of the game,basketball terms, best ways to score and more!”

YES Hip Hop Do you love to dance? Our hip hop classes will teach youth how to dance to the music they love. Dancers will learn a variety of hip hop moves, while having fun and making new friends.

YES Crafty Kids Club It is time to let your creative side free! This club allow young artists to express their artistic ability through a variety of art media. Artists will learn different way to be crafty while having fun and socializing with other kids. From drawing and painting, to tie dying and sculpture making, this club has it all!

YES Outrageous Artists Create and explore a variety of different art media, including: collage, painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, working with clay and photography.