Winter Programs - 2015 McCormick Tribune YMCA

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FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENTS AT THE Y! Make a date with your friends and family at the Y. Whether you are looking to spend quality time together as a family, looking for fun activities for siblings to bond and make new friends or looking for special time together as a couple, the Y has you covered. These events are open to members and non-members.

1st & 4th Friday of the month - Family Night2nd Friday of the month - Parent’s Night Out3rd Friday of the month - Teen Night

For details visit our website at mccormicktribuneymca.org/programs.

WELCOME TO THE YMCA!The nation's leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities. At the Y we make accessible the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow, and thrive. At the Y, we emphasize character development, academic readiness, violence prevention, and fitness and healthy living. We focus on nurturing the potential of every youth and teen, improving our communities health and well-being, and providing opportunities to give back to and support our neighbors.

TAKE A CLASS WITH US THIS WINTER!

Winter Program Session (6 weeks) January 4-February 14, 2015

Member registration begins December 8. Non member registration begins December 15.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. For our most up-to-date program class schedule as well as downloadable group fitness and gym schedules visit our website at ymcachicago.org/mccormicktribune. 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 at 773-235-2525.

Become a member today and save!Members enjoy:• exceptional fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs• extensive preschool, school-age and teen programs• fun family and community programs and events• access to child watch while you work out• tons of free group fitness classes• guest passes for friends and family• volunteer and mentoring opportunities• financial assistance

Members receive up to 50% off of programs and enjoy advance registration privileges. To learn more about the benefits of membership, including no contracts and discounts on programs, visit our website below.

To learn more about membership visit ymcachicago.org/mccormicktribune.

The McCormick Tribune YMCA is conveniently located to serve the Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Hermosa, and Austin communities.

McCormick Tribune YMCA 1834 North Lawndale Ave Chicago, IL 60647 ymcachicago.org/mccormicktribuneymca facebook.com/McCormickTribuneYMCA 773-235-2525



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ACTIVE GREEN SPACEThe McCormick Tribune YMCA's Active Green Space seeks to impact health and wellness with a focus on childhood obesity and diabetes in the Logan Square, Humboldt Park, and Hermosa neighborhoods of Chicago. Our hybrid space includes:

• Meditation Space

• Vegetable and Herb Garden

• Physical Area Stage

• Education Area

• Chicken Coop

• Compost Area

GET INVOLVED!• Attend a free cooking demonstration or health workshop to learn how to

eat healthier!

• Get on the listserv to get event updates!

• Check out updates on our website or Facebook page!

• Volunteer with the Active Green Space during one of our planting days in the spring!

For more information, contact our Health and Wellness Manager Adriana Stanovici at [email protected] or 773.235.2525 Ext 2833.

CHILD CARESchool's Out Program - (1/19/15, 1/30/15, 2/16/15) No school, no worries. The YMCA offers on-site programming for school age children. Program hours, 7am-6pm. Children need to be in by 9am. Breakfast, lunch, and a snack are provided. Registration is open to ALL Chicago Public School private school children. Activities include games, crafts, sports and fun field trips. $40 member/$65 non member

Off Site After School Programs - The McCormick Tribune YMCA offers off site before and after school programs at the following CPS schools :• Drummond Montessori• Suder Montessori• Franklin Fine Arts• Brentano School

Learn more by calling the YMCA at 773.235.2525 or email Rosa Nodal at [email protected].

School Age/Headstart Program - On Site at the YMCA - (Ages 2-12) The McCormick Tribune YMCA is a licensed child care provider for working families who need after school care for their children. The services offered include an option of free 10 month, half day Head Start or full day Head Start which is year round. Our rates are based on household income. We do accept AFC certificates. Our School Age Program is year round and provides transportation from designated schools. A Family Membership is included for qualifying families with children enrolled in our programs. Limited slots are available.

For more information, contact Elsa Ayala at 773.326.2828.

Winter Camp - (12/22/14 - 1/2/15)$150 weekly member rate/$175 weekly non member rate. $120 3 day member rate/$135 3 day non member rate.(12/24 early closure, 12/25 closed, 1/1 closed)



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FITNESSWelcome to Fitness at the McCormick Tribune YMCA! We offer a large assortment of classes to help you achieve your fitness goals. The only thing required for our classes is a big heart and a desire to become a better you. Whether you're looking for high intensity training offered in classes such as GRIT and Boot Camp, or a calorie burning dance party such as Zumba, rest assured that we have whatever you're looking for! Be sure to stop by and try a class out! If you have any questions, please contact our Fitness Director, Shanelle Smith, at [email protected].

FITNESS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESBelly Dance 18+ Tu 8-9PM Free/$38 Body Pump 18-61 M W 6-7PM Free/$38 Bootcamp 16+ Th Sa Times Vary Free/$38 Cardio Kick Boxing 16+ Tu Th 9-10AM Free/$38 16+ Tu Th 7:05-8:05PM Free/$38 Cycle & Yoga Combo 16+ F 6-7AM Free/$38 Evening Cycle 18+ Tu Th Times Vary Free/$38 Hatha Yoga 18+ W F Sa Times Vary Free/$38 NIA 18+ M Su Times Vary Free/$38 Pilates Sculpt 12+ Tu Sa Times Vary Free/$38 Silver Sneakers 50+ M W F 9-9:55AM Free/$38 Sunrise Beginner Cycle 18+ W Sa Times Vary Free/$38

FITNESSCLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESTotal Body Strength 18+ Tu Th Su 10:30-11:30AM Free/$38 Turbo Kick 16+ M 7:05-8PM Free/$38 Ultimate Abs 16+ W F Sa Times Vary Free/$38 Yoga In Spanish 16+ Sa 9:30-10:20AM Free/$38 Yoga/Meditation 18+ M 7:15-8:15PM Free/$38 Zumba 10+ M W 7-8PM Free/$38 Zumba Tone 10+ Sa 12-12:55PM Free/$38 Born To Move Tiny Tots 4-5 M 7PM $5/$10 Born To Move Youth Fitness 8-12 M 7PM $5/$10 Born To Move - Unlimited Morning Classes 4-5 M W S 7AM $60/$120 Born To Move - Unlimited Evening Classes 8-12 M W S 7PM $60/$120 GRIT - Unlimited Evening Classes 18+ M W 7PM

Body Pump BODYPUMP is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 60-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for and fast! Like all the LES MILLS programs, a new BODYPUMP class is released every three months with new music and choreography.

Bootcamp Ages 16+ come ready to work, sweat, and have fun. Join George in a challenging dynamic group work out.

Cardio Kick Boxing Kick-boxing drills with boxing techniques are involved in this incredible work-out for the entire body.

Hatha Yoga This class is for every person and every body type as well as an excellent compliment to any athletic training. Andrea will take you through postures and breathing techniques and complete your session with relaxation.

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL FITNESS AND PROGRAM FAIR!Friday, January 23Learn more about the importance of health and fitness and how you can more fully integrate it into you and your family’s lifestyle. This event includes Y program samplers, as well as family friendly activities sure to get you and your family focused on fitness fun!

Learn more at mccormicktribuneymca.com

NEW FITNESS CLASSES AT THE Y!Be sure to check out our new Les Mills fitness classes offered during our winter session. Classes include BODYPUMP and GRIT SERIES for adults and BORN TO MOVE for kids ages 4-13.

Drop In $10 Unlimited $90 member/$180 non member



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NIA NIA is a path to condition, heal and express yourself through movement and sensation. NIA is a dynamic blend of dance arts, martial arts and healing arts.

Silver Sneakers Yoga Stretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Sunrise Beginner Cycle This is a beginner Cycle Class.

Total Body Strength Join Valerie for an uplifting strength building session of weight training. All age groups can participate in this class.

Turbo Kick Turbo Kick is the hottest cardio kickboxing class around for fitness training. Turbo Kick is a fusion of hip hop and kickboxing.

Ultimate Abs This class will help train core muscles (abs and back) to be strong and flexible; and improve stability and posture.

Yoga In Spanish This class is for students looking to increase flexibility, strength and endurance. Postures will flow from one to the next in conjunction with the breath. Assists and modification will be offered for all levels of students.

Yoga/Meditation Ages 16 + This class is for students looking to increase flexibility, strength and endurance. Postures will flow from one to the next in conjunction with the breath. Assists and modification will be offered for all levels of students. Aerobics Studio Members Free

Zumba Tone A fat burning Latin dance combo class that is great for beginners. This class rocks!

Born To Move This class introduces fundamental movement skills using fun rather than formal exercise routines. Teachers can focus on two options, either foundation and games or dance. Children are primarily visual learners and emphasis is on easy to copy moves. The content is co-created with young people and music is drawn from their world.

GRIT - Unlimited Evening Classes LES MILLS GRIT™ is a 30-minute high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout, designed to improve strength and build lean muscle. This workout uses barbell, weight plate and body weight exercises to blast all major muscle groups. LES MILLS GRIT™ takes cutting edge HIIT and combines it with powerful music and inspirational coaches who will be down on the floor with you, motivating you to go harder to get fit, fast.



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SPORTSWelcome to the McCormick Tribune YMCA Sports Department! There is no better place to stay active all year round than in the McCormick Tribune sports leagues. Whether it's for adults or youth, we have something for you! Be sure to grab some friends and sign up today!

Please contact our Sports Coordinator, Stephen DeFalco, with any questions at [email protected]!

SPORTSCLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESYouth Basketball Clinic 8-14 Sa 9AM-1PM $25/$50Adult Basketball League 18+ Sa 2:30PM-7:00PM $650Adult Co Ed Volleyball League 18+ Su 2:00PM-5:00PM $300

Youth Basketball Clinic Our co-ed youth basketball clinics are great for children to learn the basics of basketball in a warm and inviting environment.

Adult Basketball League This Saturday evening league is a competitive environment that is great for anyone wanting to put their skills to the test. Do you have what it takes to claim our trophy? There's only one way to find out!

Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League Bump, set & spike your way through the McCormick Tribune Volleyball Leagues this Winter! Come play a fun game and have a good time. Get your team signed up today!

We have an app for that!Download our free mobile app for access to current program offerings, group exercise schedules, FitFriend circles, mobile Y ID and more!

ymcachicago.org/mobile-app

Join the Y and Save! Make a commitment to you and your families health and fitness in the new year.

Join the YMCA December 13-January 31 and pay $0 joiner fee plus get up to

50% off most program fees as a member!



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MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMYThe McCormick Tribune YMCA has been offering a variety of martial arts classes in the Logan Square community over the past 4 years. Collectively, our instructors possess over 100 years of experience in martial arts!

Are you new to Martial Arts? Have you trained in martial arts in the past? If you've never tried martial arts, the McCormick Tribune YMCA has beginner classes that teach fundamentals and self defense in a professional, safe and personal atmosphere. Experienced practitioners will be pleased to know that advanced classes and private lessons are also available.

To ensure that each student properly learns the techniques, each student receives individual attention and instruction during class. Furthermore, we provide our students with a well-rounded conditioning program so you're sure to burn calories as you improve your skill level.

Students need only patience and a positive attitude, absolutely no experience necessary. We hope to see you in class!

MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEESAdult Boxing 18+ M Th 8-9PM $40/$80 Aikido 12+ M 7:15-9PM $30/$60 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 18+ Tu 7-8PM $40/$80 Intro to Kung Fu 18+ W 8-9AM $30/$60 Muay Thai Kickboxing 18+ W 8-9PM $40/$80 Tai Chi 18+ M Th 8-9PM $30/$60 Teen Boxing 16+ Tu Th 5-6PM Free/$38 Youth Karate 5-12 M W F 6-7PM $50/$100

Adult Boxing Join George in the basics of boxing. You're sure to burn calories while having fun. Sign up now. Hand wraps are highly recommended.

Aikido Students will learn self defense techniques against attackers armed with a knife and empty handed. Improve physical conditioning and gain confidence in self-defense maneuvers. Mentally and physically learn how to relax under pressure.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art and self-defense system that concentrates on grappling and ground fighting. BJJ stresses leverage and technique to control an opponent on the ground.

Intro To Kung Fu Participants will learn aspects of four kung fu systems including; Tai Chi, Shaolin, Hsing I and Praying Mantis. Some of these ancient Chinese arts have a history of over 1000 years.

Muay Thai Kickboxing This class lead by our MES Raul incorporates striking techniques, cardio conditioning and calisthenics into one calorie burning full body workout!

Tai Chi Ancient Chinese Meditation and Martial Art with a thousand year history. All ages welcome.

Teen Boxing Boxing drills and techniques are involved in this incredible self defense work-out for the entire body.

Youth Karate Learn the basics of Karate with our instructor Juan! Kids learn self defense and have a ton of fun in class as well!

The gym transforms bodies. At the Y we transform lives.Learn more at mccormicktribuneymca.org

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Winter Programs - 2015 McCormick Tribune YMCA