Forest City Y

Forest City Y 916 West I Street

Forest City, Iowa 50436

641-585-5220

www.forestcityymca.org

Email: [email protected]

REGULAR BUILDING HOURS MAY 7-SEPTEMBER 3

YMCA

MANAGEMENT

STAFF

GENERAL INFORMATION

ONLINE MEMBER SERVICES

Memorial Day May 28 Closed

Independence

Day July 4 Closed

Puckerbrush

Parade July 14 Closed

Shutdown

Week August 13-18 Closed

Monday -

Thursday 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday 5:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday 7 a.m. - Noon

Sunday 1 -5 p.m. until 5/20 Closed (5/27-9/2)

HOLIDAY HOURS AND SPECIAL CLOSINGS

BASIC Y INFORMATION - SUMMER SCHEDULE

Everyone must scan their facility access

card or check-in at the front desk before

entering the facility.

The Y intends to provide a safe

environment. Please let us know if you

witness an event that the staff needs to be

aware of or if you have a suggestion for

improvement.

Youth age 9 and below must be

accompanied by a parent or caregiver at all

times or be a participant in our Summer

Fun Club program.

Youth age 10 and above may be at the Y

without a parent or caregiver during our

summer schedule. Please note that we

do not staff youth supervisors during

the summer months.

We require that caregivers, such as

babysitters, need to be 12 years or older to

bring younger children to the Y.

In the event of severe weather conditions,

building hours, programs and classes WILL

run as scheduled.

The Y will announce any building closures

on KIOW.

There are program rates for members and

guests of the Y. Registration is required for

our programs. Register early!

We reserve the right to cancel programs or

adjust schedules due to participation.

After hours and lock-in events can be

scheduled at selected times. Please contact

Bruce Mielke to see how we might

accommodate your group.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The YMCA is for everybody, and provides

everyone the opportunity to be involved.

Through the Scholarship program, you can

enjoy membership privileges despite your

ability to pay the full rates. Complete the

Scholarship Application at the Front Desk to

begin the scholarship process.

SCHOLARSHIPS

OUTSIDE GROUP AVAILABILITY

Bill Peters, President

Eric Kingland, Vice President

Dan Robson, Treasurer

Marilyn Erding, Secretary

Ron Happel John Morris

Jen Jenkins Kristi Leonard

Dennis Knoner Brian Knudtson

Mary Mathiasen Jim McGuire

Rod Hopp

Access us online at www.forestcityymca.org

On the web site members can:

View and download the program

brochure, adult fitness schedule, gym

schedule and pool schedule.

Register and pay for most programs.

Stay up-to-date on Y events and news.

Bruce Mielke Executive Director

Stacy Anderson Senior Program

Director

Scott Schaefer Building

Supervisor

Kristin Heidemann Mktg./Membership

Director

OPPORTUNITIES TO BE INVOLVED

Coach a youth sports team! Be a positive role model for our kids or tell the story of how the Y has positively impacted your life!

NEW! FOREST CITY YMCA HERITAGE CLUB

We invite you to become a member of our Heritage Club. Gifts can be made to the YMCA Endowment Fund in any amount or at anytime. Donors may specify how they would like their gifts to be used. Membership in our Heritage Club is not an appeal for gifts now, but rather a request that you include the Y in your long-range plans.

YOUR GIFT GOES A LONG WAY...

All gifts to the Y are fully tax deductible due to

the Y’s 501(c)(3) recognition by the IRS.

Consider a cash donation for a specific project,

contribute to our Annual Support campaign or

submit a gift to the Endowed Scholarship Fund,

which was made possible by the generosity

and vision of Merrill G. Oleson, former

Executive Director of the Forest City Y.

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YOUTH SPORTS

ONLINE

REGISTRATION

AVAILABLE


PROGRAM RATES SHOWN ARE MEMBER

RATES. RATES ARE DOUBLE

FOR GUESTS OF THE Y UNLESS

NOTED

WACKY WEDNESDAYS

Calling grades 6-8…

Wacky Wednesday is back!

Come enjoy water games, snow cones and

friends on Wednesday afternoons. This is a

fun way to celebrate summer with friends.

Girls and boys.

June 13, June 20, June 27, July 11, July 18, July 25

Grades Days Time Member Cost

6-8 W noon-1:00 p.m. Free (or day pass for guests)

June 11 - June 27


5-7 M&W 1-1:45 p.m. $20

SUMMER GAMES

We will stay outside and play a variety of

popular games and sports; including

volleyball, wiffle ball, soccer, capture the flag

and more. Girls and boys.

BASKETBALL

Your child will keep their basketball

fundamentals sharp during this three week

program as the summer begins to wind down.

They will also have fun playing a few games

with their friends. Girls and boys.

July 10 - July 26


4-6 T&TH 1-1:45 p.m. $20

PICKLEBALL

A new program here at the Y!

A recreational paddle game combining

badminton, table tennis and tennis. Easy to

learn and can be played both inside and

outside! Girls and boys.

June 12-June 28


5-7 T&TH 1-1:45 p.m. $20

F.A.S.T. FLEXIBILITY, AGILITY, STRENGTH

AND TECHNIQUE- KATHERINE CHRISTOFFERSEN

Looking to improve your game to get ready for

fall sports? Join us for 6 weeks of F.A.S.T. The

program will consist of full-body exercises,

plyometrics, conditioning, swimming,

stretching and more. Girls and boys.

July 10 - August 9


6-8 T&TH 8-9 a.m. OR 9-10 a.m. $30

Josh Pagel Youth Sports

Director

PADDED FOOTBALL

This league aligns with Forest City High School

football coach Chad Moore’s football

philosophies, plays and coaching. Coaches are

volunteer parents. A player informational

meeting is set for Tuesday, August 21, at

5:15 p.m. Stop by our Front Desk to register

by June 1 and pick up the required forms

which are due by the parent meeting. At

least $25 is due at time of registration with

the balance due when the program begins.

August 23 - October 1


4-6 T&TH Practice

5:15-6:30 p.m. $75 $100 Non-members

Games Mondays or based on field availability

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ONLINE

REGISTRATION

AVAILABLE


PROGRAM

RATES SHOWN ARE MEMBER

RATES. RATES ARE DOUBLE

FOR GUESTS OF THE Y UNLESS

NOTED

SPECIAL EVENTS

PIRATE ART CAMP

Children will use a variety of

materials to create fun projects

such as secret maps, pirate

portraits and ancient treasure.

May 31-August 20 (Closed week of August 13)

Grades Days Time Daily rate

K-5 M-F 5:30 a.m.– 6 p.m. $23 per child (multiple child discounts available)

NEW! ART CAMPS ZARYANA BEZU

The Y welcomes back Zaryana Bezu! Zaryana is a freelance illustrator, art doll artist, art teacher

and mom and will be sharing her talents with us.

THE EARTH WE LOVE

Children will learn facts about our

planet and make projects using a

variety of materials. Projects

include painting an endangered

animal, making a page for the

Iowa Prairie Plans encyclopedia

and creating tropical fish.

June 26-July 12

Ages Days Time Member Cost

6-10 T&TH 10-11 a.m. $30

SUMMER FUN CLUB

The Forest City Y offers a quality childcare program

during the summer called Summer Fun Club. The

program is designed to provide a fun, supervised,

safe and caring environment for school-aged children

(K-5). Each week there are themed activities and

games, pool time and a field trip.

June 22-July 20


5-9 F 10-11 a.m. $25

June 12 -July 12


5-8 T&TH 2:30-3:30 p.m. $30

9-12 T&TH 3:45-4:45 p.m. $30

JAZZ CAMP

Elena Henriksen is back this

summer with her jazz program.

Jazz is a style that incorporates

many dance styles into one and

allows the dancer to add their own

flair.

Ages Day Time Member Cost

4-5 July 8 2-3 p.m. $8

6-10 July 19 5-6 p.m. $8

11+ (and adults)

July 12 6-7 p.m. $8

REJOICE

Are you wondering what “Rejoice” is all

about? Rejoice is a praise and worship

team that has fun with flags,

tambourines, ribbons and dance as we

praise the Lord. Come try it for one day

this summer. No experience or special

talents needed!

TAEKWONDO- BRIAN & SERENA GOLWITZER

This program that follows the national YMCA guidelines will

continue through the summer. The program is open to

students of all ages. Stop by the Front Desk to pick up a

schedule with rate information for the summer.

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It is important to us to place your child in the appropriate level. If your child has never participated in or has been out of Y Swim Lessons for 6 months, please call our Aquatic Coordinator to schedule an evaluation prior to registration. The evaluation of swimmers takes approximately five minutes. Please reference the schedule on page 6.

SWIM LESSON DESCRIPTIONS

Polliwog -This is the beginning level for school age children. By the end of this level, they learn personal safety skills and should know the different paddle strokes and beginning front crawl. Compares to Red Cross Level 1 and 2.

6 YRS. AND UP

Guppy - Children continue to practice and build upon basic skills learned in Polliwog. They develop the front crawl and learn additional stroke techniques. Compares to Red Cross level 3.

Minnow - This is the initial in-termediate level. Children fur-ther refine the strokes they have learned in Guppy. Minnows can swim 20 yards of the front and back crawl and they practice good rotary breathing. Compares to Red Cross level 4.

Fish - At this point, students work to perform the front crawl, elementary backstroke, back crawl, breaststroke, and sidestroke. They also learn teamwork, basic first aid and rescue skills. Compares to Red Cross level 5.

Shark - The students at this level continue to perfect their strokes, with starts and turns, learn the inverted breaststroke, and the over-arm side-stroke. Sharks learn some life-saving skills and survival techniques. Compares to Red Cross level 6.

Flying Fish - At this advanced level, students work on refining their strokes and increasing their endurance. Flying fish can swim 50 yards of all strokes. They can also demonstrate underwater skills and rescue assists. Compares to Red Cross level 6.

3 - 5 YEARS

Starfish - Children at this level review previously learned skills, refine their strokes and floating skills along with learning to swim underwater.

Pike - This level helps children develop safe pool behavior, adjust to the water, and develop independent movement through stroke and kicking skills, pool safety, and comfort while putting their faces in the water while doing other skills.

Eel - This advanced beginner level is for children who are comfortable in the water. They are taught to flutter kick, dive, float and front crawl. Children can swim across the pool without any assistance by the end of the session.

Ray - At this level children review and improve previous skills, build endurance, learn to tread water. Children can swim across the pool on their front and back without assistance by the end of this level.

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SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE

Carla Duffy Aquatics

Coordinator

Meisha Pruismann Head

Lifeguard

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

We offer private swim lessons for youth and adults who would like one on one instruction.

Students purchase a punch card for a predetermined number of 1/2 hour sessions to be

scheduled at the convenience of the student and instructor. The cost is $10/member per

1/2 hour session. Contact Carla Duffy to schedule swim lessons.

POOL AVAILABILITY

A lap lane is generally open in our pool. Please reference the pool schedule, which is available

at the Y or at our web site, www.forestcityymca.org. The Front Desk welcomes phone calls

regarding possible changes in the daily schedule. The pool is closed every Wednesday from

11 a.m.-noon for cleaning.

GENERAL RULES

Youth ages 6+ may use the hot tub, sauna and steam room anytime with adult supervision

Children 5 and under may not use the hot tub, sauna and steam room

Pool toys may be used by members during open hours if patron usage permits

Complete pool/sauna/whirlpool and steam room rules are posted in the pool area

SWIM LESSONS

All levels of swim lessons are available during three summer sessions. Choose from morning or

evening lesson times in Sessions A or B. Lessons are $14 per session for members of the Y and

$28 per session for those who are not members. You can register and pay for swim lessons online

at www.forestcityymca.org or at our Front Desk.

SESSION A: JUNE 4-14 (Monday-Thursday)

CLASS NAME MORNING EVENING

PIKE, EEL, RAY, STARFISH 9:30–10 a.m. 4:30-5:00 p.m.

POLLIWOG, GUPPY, MINNOW 10–10:30 a.m. 5:00-5:30 p.m.

FISH, FLYING FISH, SHARK 10:30–11 a.m. n/a

SESSION B: JUNE 18-28 (Monday-Thursday)


PIKE, EEL, RAY, STARFISH 9:30–10 a.m. 4:30-5:00 p.m.

POLLIWOG, GUPPY, MINNOW 10–10:30 a.m. 5:00-5:30 p.m.


SESSION C: July 9-19 (Monday-Thursday)


PIKE, EEL, RAY, STARFISH 9:30–10 a.m. n/a

POLLIWOG, GUPPY, MINNOW 10–10:30 a.m. n/a


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July 10-24

Days Time Member Cost

T 5-5:30 p.m. $8

LIL SHRIMPS

Parent plus child (6 months-age 3) class

designed enhance a child’s first water

experience. May bring own toys and

floatation devices. Must wear approved

swim diapers. Must have four to hold class.

ADULT FITNESS

A VARIETY OF OPTIONS

Variety is the spice of life, so we aim to provide a diverse selection of fitness options to engage

people of all ages and fitness levels in spirit, mind and body. We provide a friendly and

nurturing environment whether you prefer to exercise on your own, with a personal trainer or

in a group. Adult Fitness class schedules are available on www.forestcityymca.org or

at our Front Desk.

FITNESS ORIENTATION

We offer a complimentary fitness orientation for new

members to become familiar with our cardiovascular and

strength training equipment. Appointments can be

scheduled with Stacy Anderson.

PERSONAL TRAINING

The Forest City Y offers a variety of personal and individual

training sessions. These sessions are meant to allow you to

achieve your personal goals and to live a healthier life. We

also offer body composition analysis to help you achieve your

wellness goals. Please contact Stacy Anderson for additional

information.

KID KARE

For the convenience of our members, the Y provides childcare for

children age six months through age six while a parent is using the

Y facility. This service has a two hour limit. There is a small fee to

members. Hours are based on usage and are subject to change. A

childcare punch card may be purchased at the front desk for

$20.00. There are 20 punches per card. Each punch is a ½ hour of

childcare. The punch cards are kept on file in the childcare room.

Day A.M. P.M.

Mon. 8:15-11 3:45-6

Tues. 8:15-11 3:45-6

Wed. 8:15-11 3:45-6

Thurs. 8:15-11 3:45-6

Fri. 8:15-11 Closed

Guidelines

A responsible adult must be in

the building.

It is our policy to close the

room if the room is not in use ½ hour prior to stated

closing.

Hours are subject to change according to usage.

Y staff are not allowed to change diapers.

FOREST CITY Y BIKE RIDE

Ride through one of the most scenic routes in North Central Iowa. We offer four levels from a

24-mile ride that is perfect for a novice to a challenging 65-mile cross country workout.

Registration forms are available on our web site, www.forestcityymca.org, or you can pick

them up at the Y.

Place/Time: FOREST CITY Y 8 AM

Date: SATURDAY, AUGUST 25

Pre-register by: 8/15/2012

$20 or $10 without t-shirt

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So we may provide a positive experience, please contact the YMCA about accommodations needed for participation.

Forest City Y

916 West I Street

Forest City, Iowa 50436

641-585-5220


Email: [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

MEMBERSHIPMEMBERSHIPMEMBERSHIP

CCCATEGORYATEGORYATEGORY MMMONTHLYONTHLYONTHLY RATERATERATE DESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTIONDESCRIPTION

$50 enrollment fee for all membership categories except Youth Membership dues are non-refundable or non-transferrable

IIINDIVIDUALNDIVIDUALNDIVIDUAL MMMEMBERSHIPSEMBERSHIPSEMBERSHIPS

Youth $12.08 Age 3– High School

Adult $28.33 Ages 18-64 years

Senior $21.33 Ages 65+

FFFAMILYAMILYAMILY MMMEMBERSHIPSEMBERSHIPSEMBERSHIPS

Family $42.75

Legally-married husband, wife and children through age 18 and unmarried and dependant

children if full-time college

One Parent

Family $35.41

Family and children with one parent in the household

ABOUT THE Y

The Y is a community service organization which promotes positive values

through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. When you’re

a member of the Y you are part of a non-profit organization with three areas of

focus:

Youth Development: Young people need caring adults to provide support,

guidance and encouragement as they grow.

Healthy Living: Wellness in spirit, mind and body strengthens our very being

and enhances our interactions with others.

Social Responsibility: We truly are in this together and together we can

harness our individual strengths and bring about positive change around us.

Membership in Y health and fitness programs is designed to meet different needs

of cardiovascular health, strength training, weight loss, stress reduction and education; while meeting the

expectations of the highest quality and value. The YMCA of Forest City serves people and families of all ages,

income levels and physical condition; with emphasis on responsibility and self improvement.

INSIDE THE FOREST CITY Y

Kid Kare

Oleson Family Game Room

Two Racquetball courts

Gymnasium

Lounge/Reception Area

Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms

Boy’s and Girl’s Locker Rooms

Family/Special Needs Locker Room

Swimming Pool

Spa/Steam Room/Sauna

Cardio Room

Strength Room

Multi-Purpose Community Room

Indoor Track

Group Fitness and Cycling Room

Activity Room

Documents

Forest City Y