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KIDS' TRIATHLONon April 1, the Joplin family YmCA heldits first Kids' triathlon. this eventconsisted of a five-minute swim, followedby a 15-minute bike ride, and ended witha 10-minute run. seventeen kids rose tothe challenge. each received a finisher'smedal, certificate and t-shirt. In march,the Y held a kids' triathlon clinic to helpprepare the kids for the April triathlon.this was a verysuccessful event anda great way to exposekids to the challengeand variety of skillsinvolved in competingin a triathlon.

At one point or another, we all have heard how uniquethe tornado recovery in the Joplin area has been. thepositive light that makes this community one of a kindreflects on the people who live here. they are peoplewho personify the love, resilience and strength forwhich this area is known, and they exude that specialfeeling many of us have for this area we call home.emerging from this characteristic of compassion was aconcept which, until now, has never been instituted inthe u.s.—a recovery-oriented human services Campus(hsC).

the hsC was established by community leaders andcollaborative agencies to assist all survivors affectedby the may 22, 2011, storm. local agencies joinedtogether and developed the idea to offer an array of their services under one roof to promotea whole-community-recovery concept for their neighbors. one identified community-recoveryissue was overwhelming—the lack of transportation. we were able to successfully mergemore than 40 collaborating groups to address problems such as this. that success, inaddition to each agency's unique expertise, has allowed us to assist survivors with amultitude of short- and long-term recovery needs.

each community defines a successful recovery outcome differently, based on challenges,priorities and long-term visions. one method this community has used to achieve a successfulrecovery outcome is to bring together surrounding local governments, local schools andcolleges, foundations, faith-based groups, nonprofit organizations and various entities fromthe private sector to ensure a rapid, whole-community recovery. we as a community realizedthe importance of focusing on the complete well-being and recovery of our

families/neighbors,rather than just lookingat numbers and data.one focus of the hsC isto ensure that survivorsare offered the skillstraining and assistancethey need to returntheir lives to a stronger,safer and healthierstate.

ZUMBA MASTER CLASSon march 16, the Joplin family YmCA helda Zumba master Class to support habitatfor humanity's efforts to rebuild Joplinhomes destroyed by last year's tornado.Zumba International Presenter and Zumbaeducation specialist tony witt and the Y'svery own nikki Phillips led this hour and ahalf of Zumba-tastic fun. more than 100Zumba enthusiasts helped the Y raisemore than $2,000!

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OUR MISSIONunder the guidance of Christian principles, the Joplin family YmCA seeks to serve thecommunity by providing an environment and activities that enable all people to achievetheir full potential through the development of spirit, mind and body.

MAKE A SPLASH!Get ready for summer with swim lessons. both water safety and swimming skills are taught inthe American red Cross classes at the Joplin family YmCA south branch and Carl Junction'scity pool, bulldog beach. see information in this issue on class levels, schedules and costs.

KIDS' NIGHT OUT AT THE SOUTH YParents, here's your opportunity to leave your kids in good hands. they can have a fun nightof activities with their friends while you enjoy a great night out or a quiet evening in. we'llprovide care from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm and have crafts, games, snacks and a movie to topoff the night. there are two upcoming Kids' night out events: saturday, June 23, andsaturday, August 11. these are held at the south Y, are free and are exclusively formembers. to sign up, see the south Y front desk or call 417-781-YmCA(9622). space islimited!

FREE BACK-TO-SCHOOL HAIRCUTSlook your best! on saturday, August 11, area salons will be offering free back-to-schoolhaircuts for children 12 years old and younger. Just come ready with washed and dried hairand a parent or guardian. stay tuned to our website for more details.

DID YOU KNOW?At the Joplin family YmCA:

Children must be 13 years old or accompanied by a member age 16 or older.

Children must be 13 years old to enter the upstairs fitness areas; children 11 or 12 years oldwho have completed a tween orientation also may use selected equipment in the upstairsfitness areas.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE…joplinfamilyy.orgthe Y’s website now is easier to use than ever. find the most up-to-date information onclass schedules and descriptions, upcoming events, financial assistance forms,membership, programs, employmentopportunities and much more!

JOIN USWE’RE MAKING ADIFFERENCEJFY LOCATIONS

Downtown Branch: 510 s. wall Avenue, Joplin

417-623-4597

South Branch: 3404 w. mcIntosh Circle, Joplin

417-781-9622

Heritage Youth Development Center: 1020

n. main street, webb City

417-673-2677

FACILITY HOURS

Downtown Branch

monday - friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm

saturday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

sunday noon - 5:00 pm

South Branch



sunday noon - 6:00 pm

Heritage Youth Development Center


Y SPACE HOURS

located at the Y’s south branch, Y space is

free to members. non-members pay $5.00 per

child. Y space is designed for children 6 years

of age and older. for children not yet 6,

Kidtime nursery would be happy to

accommodate your family.

monday - friday 8:00 am - 11:30 am

monday - thursday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm


sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

TEEN CENTER HOURS

the teen Center is located at the downtown

facility and is open to children ages 6 and up.


KIDTIME NURSERY HOURS

Kidtime nursery is free to members. non-

members pay $5.00 per child. the nursery

accepts children 8 weeks – 6 years of age.

Downtown Branch

monday – friday 8:30 am - 11:30 am

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

South Branch

monday - friday 8:00 am - 11:30 am


friday 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

saturday 9:00 am - noon

FACILITY CLOSINGS FOR HOLIDAYS

memorial day, may 28

fourth of July, July 4

Joplin familyY facilities aretobacco-free.

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HEALTHY KIDS DAYA great big thank you to all of thevolunteers and sponsors who made healthyKids day 2012 (held in April) possible. withyour help, we were able to host a greatevent, open to the community and free ofcharge! Kids had the opportunity to get ataste of Zumba, tie-dye t-shirts, playgames, make a healthy snack and enjoybeing an active kid. special thanks tomissouri foundation for health, sam's Club®

and Chick-fil-A® at northpark mall forsponsoring the event.

we strive to accomplish this goal by offering information, resources, a helping hand, classes and events at the hsC free of charge. examplesinclude: block parties, community dinners, disaster preparedness classes, finance classes, Ged classes, individual and group therapy, kids'preventative dental care, kids' summer activities/camps, legal aid clinics, lending library, medical fairs, parenting classes, prescriptionassistance, renter-to-homeowner workshops, senior connections, support groups, survivor workshops, yoga classes, coffee get-togethersand...most importantly...friends who will listen. the Joplin family YmCA is a collaborating member and was selected by the collaboratingpartners to be the facilitator for the hsC.

Please join us on facebook, and stop in to visit us. the hsC is located across from Joplin regional Airport on highway 171.Phone: 417-553-4691.

OTHER TORNADO-RELATED FUNDINGthe united way of southwest missouri and southeastKansas, through its tornado recovery fund, granted theJoplin family YmCA funds to support scholarships foryouth in our summer day Camp and day Care programs.this funding supports an increased need for childcare inthe community post-tornado.

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the human services Campus was made possible through a generous gift from the heart of missouri united way(Columbia) tornado recovery fund. this funding supports the infrastructure of the facility, which serves as sharedoffice space for the partner agencies and provides meeting and activity space. we are grateful to heart of missouriunited way for providing the opportunity for this innovative collaboration designed to address the mental health andwellness barriers to long-term recovery for tornado survivors.

funding support for the human services Campus is made possible by the lilly endowment, the home depot foundation, Greater Kansas CityCommunity foundation, Community foundation of southwest missouri and Community foundation of the ozarks.

HUMAN SERVICES CAMPUS FUNDING

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Thank you, Joplin Family y, for having the foresight to see thecommunity need after the may 22nd tornado and put a plan intoaction. There are many services that we take for granted thatothers are struggling with. We appreciate your commitment tohelping people with the assistance they need.

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MONTHLY STORY NIGHTSJoin us once a month for story nights,sponsored by target. each evening we'll reada story together and do a fun activity to goalong with that story. each participant willget to take home a free copy of the book,compliments of target. storynights are held at the southY on tuesdays at 6:00 pm.upcoming dates are June12, July 17 and August 21.

WEDNESDAY MORNINGTHEMESeach wednesday morning at the southYmCA there's a theme of the hour. Check thecalendar posted by the Kidtime nurseryarea to see what each week's theme is, andfeel free to dress up for the occasion!

SERVING TOGETHER—YOUCAN HELPAs a bright futures partner, we are helpingto combat hunger in the community byaccepting non-perishable food donations forbright futures of Joplin and webb City. thiscollection will support local students whorely upon the free & reduced lunchProgram to ensure that they have enough toeat in the evenings and on weekends. If youare fortunate enough to be in a position tohelp, please leave a donation of one or moreof the following food items in the basket atany free & reduced lunch Program location:

Pop-tarts®, potato chips, teddy Grahams,slim Jims, pudding packs, applesauce,peanut butter crackers, cheese crackers,fruit roll-ups, granola bars, raisins(individual packs), trail mix, cookies(individual packs), candy bars, microwavepopcorn, microwave macaroni and cheese,Ziploc® bags, sports drinks, shelf-stablechocolate milk

STAY HEALTHY THISSUMMER

GINNY JONESaCSm-CpT (american College of Sports medicine), ymCa Group Exercise instructorsummertime means a lot of barbecues. here are a few tips to make yourbarbecues healthier. opt for grilled chicken breast when possible. forhamburgers, choose the leanest ground beef (or turkey) you can find, such as93/7 (only 7% fat) as opposed to 80/20 (20% fat). Consume hot dogs sparingly,

but go with lower fat or lower sodium varieties when you have them—or try a turkey dog!save some calories by using lower-calorie buns, such as the 80-calorie wheat buns bywonder bread. finally, make a fruit salad or veggie tray as a healthy side in place of chips,potato salad or baked beans.

JANE SCHIEFELBEINaCSm-CpT (american College of Sports medicine), aFaa Group instructorJust get out and play! swimming, biking, taking a walk or even a trip to thepark—it's all exercise and good for your body. enjoy the weather and fresh airwhenever you can.

KIPP KOILEymCa Certified personal Trainerdrink lots of water! during the hot, sunny summer, it's even more crucial to keepyourself properly hydrated. It helps your body tolerate the heat and avoid heat-related illnesses. Aim for at least eight eight-ounce glasses of water everyday...and more when you spend a lot of time out in the heat.

NIKKI PHILLIPSymCa of the USa Certified Trainer for: ymCa Group Exercise instructor, ymCa Cardioand Step instructor, ymCa pilates instructor; ymCa Certified personal Trainer; ymCaCertified Core muscle instructor; Licensed Zumba Fitness instructor. aFaa GroupExercise instructorGod wants us to connect with each other...so find a workout buddy! If you find

someone who can work out with you and hold you accountable, you'll have better success inachieving your goals. having a friend to uphold you and build you up can make or break yoursuccess in reaching your weight-loss goals. And when you reach those goals, you'll havesomeone to share the joy with—someone who understands and can share in the reward, too.so invite someone to work out with you, make that person feel loved, and he or she will keepcoming with you!

Tips from our personalTrainers

TRAVIS RENFROymCa Certified personal Trainer, ymCa Group Exercise instructorduring summer, when the weather is nice and the sun is shining, we want to getup later and stay awake longer, enjoying every minute of the nice, sunny days.right? but it’s important that we still keep a normal sleep schedule. rest iscrucial to a healthy mind, good metabolism and overall well-being. If it’s not in

your routine to stay up late and take naps in the middle of the day normally, don’t change forthe summer days now.

JENNIFER JAMESONymCa personal Trainer, ymCa personal Trainer instructor, aFaa Group Exerciseinstructortry to maintain a healthy, well-balanced eating routine. with longer summer daysand with kids out of school, we tend to get busier and don't make the time to dowhat it takes to stay on a good nutrition schedule. try not to overeat or eat too

late into the evening during the longer summer days. As we become less active into theevening, we expend fewer calories. remember portion control when you head out forbarbecues and summer events. Any excess calories that your body doesn't use for energy willbe stored as body fat, making weight gain inevitable.

it feels so wonderful to be partof an organization that is socommitted to communityrevitalization, building healthyfamilies and social responsibility.

– Kate peerenboomGeneral mills, inc.member, JFy Board of Directors

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FIND A SWIM CLASS FOR YOU!swimming is terrific for the body, and the Joplin family YmCA has classes and swimming opportunities available for any age, from toddlersthrough senior adults. whether you want to know more about water safety, learn how to swim or just spend time in the water, the Y has aspot for you. Check out the class levels, schedules and costs below, then make plans to dive in!

note that classes are offered at the south Y as well as at Carl Junction's city pool (bulldog beach).

aqUaBaBiES: parent and ChildAquababies is designed for children under four years old and an accompanying parent. toddlers are introduced to thewater and given a chance to grow comfortable with it at an early age.

LEvEL 1: introduction to Water Skillslevel 1 classes teach foundational skills for swimming, such as moving arms and legs simultaneously in the water,and beginning to float and tread water. General water safety is emphasized.

LEvEL 2: Fundamental aquatic Skillslevel 2 classes build on the skills taught in level 1. students begin going underwater.

LEvELS 3 and 4: Stroke Development and improvementIn levels 3 and 4, students begin rotary breathing, learn various strokes,increase time floating and treading water and work to improve theirtechniques.

LEvELS 5 anD 6: Stroke Refinement/Swimming and Skill proficiencyswimmers in levels 5 and 6 learn advanced strokes and flip turns. they workhard to master the strokes they have learned and to develop skills to continuegrowing in their swimming abilities.

PRIVATE LESSONSPrivate lessons also are available and provide individualized, one-on-oneinstruction. with private lessons, there is one class per week, and each classperiod is 30 minutes. Please contact either Joplin family YmCA branch toschedule private lessons.

CLASS SCHEDULESClasses at the south YmCA are held monday and wednesday or tuesday andthursday evenings. each session is four weeks.

Classes at Carl Junction's city pool (bulldog beach) are held monday throughthursday in the mornings and evenings. each session is two weeks.

COSTS

indoor LessonsGroup lessons: member $25.00, non-member $50.00Private lessons: member $45.00, non-member $70.00

outdoor LessonsGroup lessons: $35.00Private lessons: $70.00

BULLDOG BEACHGreat news for Joplin family YmCA members: Included in your membership is apass to Carl Junction's city pool, bulldog beach! Ask for your pass at the frontdesk at either YmCA facility so you'll be ready to attend.

bulldog beach is open seven days a week from noon to 7:00 pm. Join us onopening day – may 26.

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SUMMER ADVENTUREDAY CAMPdon't be stuck at home with a bland summer—there's so much todo! Parents, there's no need to worry that your children will besedentary, bored or unsupervised this summer. In the Y's summerAdventure day Camp, kids experience something new everyday...like the power of a positive mentor, the confidence thatcomes from trying—and succeeding—and the importance ofhealthy, long-lasting friendships.

At every opportunity, we instill the core values of the YmCA:caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. And with activitieslike bowling, skating, swimming, cool science experiments, craftsand plenty of field trips and fresh air, your kids will be excited toget up and head for day Camp!

summer Adventure day Camp operates monday through fridayfrom 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. two meals and a snack are includedeach day.

To sign up: At least one week prior to attending, sign up at theChild Care office, located at the downtown Y, 510 s. wall Ave.,Joplin.

UPCOMING SPORTSFlag FootballAge 4 - Grade 2Registration: June 5 - August 24Financial aid deadline: August 10Coach's meeting: september 4, 6:00 pm, downtown YPractices begin the week of september 10seven-game seasonCost: members $25.00 non-members: $50.00

Outdoor Fall SoccerAge 3 - Grade 6Registration: June 5 - August 24Financial aid deadline: August 10Coach's meeting: september 4, 6:45 pm, downtown YPractices begin the week of september 10seven-game seasonCost: members $25.00 non-members $50.00

Girls' Fall VolleyballGrades 3 - 6Registration: June 5 - August 24Financial aid deadline: August 10Coach's meeting: september 4, 7:30 pm, downtown YPractices begin the week of september 10seven-game seasonCost: members $25.00 non-members $50.00

Sport CheerAge 4 - Grade 2Registration: June 5 - August 24Financial aid deadline: August 10Uniform fitting: september 1, 10:00 am - noon, downtown YPractices begin the week of september 10seven-game seasonCost: members $50.00 non-members $70.00


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WEEKLY CAMP THEMESstart of summer: may 21-25

mini Picassos: may 29-June 1

helping hands: June 4-8

spectacular sports: June 11-15

wild water: June 18-22

Great outdoors: June 25-29

American Adventure: July 2-3, 5-6

mad science: July 9-13

fitness frenzy: July 16-20

splash, splash: July 23-27

recreation week: July 30-August 3

extravaganza: August 6-10

sayonara, summer: August 13-17

For moreinformation,visit our website:joplinfamilyy.org

The y is a place to shoot baskets with mydaughters. The y is a place where i can exercise afterwork. But the y is also an organization that i feelgood about financially supporting because i know mydonations will be used for membership and programscholarships for youths, adults and seniors.

– mike LeoneFreeman Health SystemChairman, JFy Board of Directors

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there's always something going on at the Y. whether it's game-and-activityfun during healthy Kids day, adult Zumba classes or Kids' night out (whenboth kids and their parents can enjoy time on their own), programs areplentiful for any age, from toddlers through senior adults.

Y ALBUM

THANK YOUY VOLUNTEERS AND DONORSCOMMUNITY VOLUNTEERSIn recognition of the one-year anniversary of the may tornado, the Joplin family YmCA once againsays thank you to those who volunteered at the Y after the storm, those who volunteered—andcontinue to volunteer—in our community, and those who donated to the Y to make our post-tornadoprograms possible. You have made a profound impact in our time of need.

best buy®

bramlage family foundation

Community foundation of southwest missouri

Community development block Grant Program

eastern shawnee tribe of oklahoma

the home depot foundation

jcpenney®

the lemons Charitable trust

missouri foundation for health

the redwoods Group foundation

sam's Club®

target early Childhood reading Grant Program

the walmart foundation

walmart webb City

THANK YOU TO THESE ORGANIZATIONSFOR FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING THE Y

The y is committed to thecommunities it serves and willcontinue to expand otherservices that reach well beyondthe 'swim and gym.’

– Jonathan Dawsonarvest Bankmember, JFy Board of Directors

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Pete babbtodd ChenaultGlenn ColtharpGayle CraneJonathan dawson

dr. stephen doerrdavid hertzbergrobert "bob" higginsmike leoneGaren mcmillian

Kate PeerenboomChristy swansonCraig tankerslyJason teeterChris williams

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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BENEFACTOR OF YOUTH($5,000+)

JopLin FamiLy ymCa

P.o. box 227

Joplin, mo 64802

joplinfamilyy.org

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STRONG Y, STRONG COMMUNITY CAMPAIGNthe Joplin family YmCA expresses its gratitude and appreciation to the following companies and individuals for theirgenerous contributions to the strong Y, strong Community campaign. funds raised provide financial assistance to thosewho would otherwise be unable to pay for Y membership and programs. to learn more or to make a contribution, contactKim Gray at 417-623-4597 or donate at joplinfamilyy.org.

PATRON OF YOUTH($2,500 - $4,999)freeman health systemus bancorp foundation

SPONSOR OF YOUTH($1,000 - $2,499)blanchard, robertson, mitchell & Carterthe estrada familyhampshire Pet Productsthe roper Automotive Grouproper buick GmC subaruroper hondavintage stock

PARTNER OF YOUTH($300 - $999)Atnip enterprises, llCCommercial Glass & metalmichael davidsteve doerredward Jones, don swansonJoplin endodonticsJoplin fire Protection, Inc.Joplin floor designs, Inc.Joplin Internal medicine ClinicJoplin Paint CenterJoplin Plaza IIJoplin Pool & spa Joplin transmission & Auto Center

Carol KenneyJoe Kirkmike larsonmike leonemardick furniture storemcAlister's deliGayle Podleskischeurich enterprisessouthwest missouri banksteve's frame & bodyJason teeterthe Insurancenterthe Plaza of webb Citythe rental store of Joplinthe whitlock Companytop flite financialZumba Group

FRIEND OF YOUTH($50 - $299)Accent PhotographyActive older AdultsAllen electric Co.tom ApplePete babbscott beldenraymond breseeJosefa bulgarellirobert CableJames CampbellAlan CashJason Channeltodd ChenaultChris’ Key shopGlenn Coltharptonya Cooperbennie & shonda Crossland

Jonathan dawsondavid duncanscott elyscott fondaforest Park baptist ChurchGrande tire Inc.Kimberly Graysharon hackerhallier reed, llCJohn hirsheyJmw Consulting, llCJoplin hvAC & Green energyKaren rutledge state farmmallorie larsonGrace loveJanine mcnallymcKenzie mooresandie morganKenneth myersharold e. nealerhonda nicholasmike osbornPearl brothers CompanyCourtney PearsonKatherine PeerenboomPiper senior high school, Kansas City, Ks.rick renikerennis robinsonmarilyn schultzsusie shankmichael spanglermr. & mrs. dan l. stanleyChristy swansontristan taggartCraig tankersleyJayne thomas-GreeneChris williams

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