2013 cape ann spring i guide

CAPE ANN YMCASpring I 2013 ProgramsMarch 2 - April 26

GET A JUMP ONA HEALTHY SUMMER

PROGRAM GUIdE

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MISSION STATEMENT: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, grow 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.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR SPRING I:Healthy Kids dayJoin us at the Y for a great day geared for the youth and families in our community! This national YMCA event is designed to give families the encouragement and resources needed to stay healthy. Community health fair and open activities will be available for the whole family.Saturday, April 27

Theatre Programs The Y Theatre Company is thrilled to team up with local theatre artist Henry Allen to bring theatre arts programming to the Cape Ann YMCA. Henry is known in Gloucester for his theatre company the North Shore Folklore Theatre Company and productions such as “The Lobsta Crackah Ballet”, and enjoys using the history and folklore of our community to engage and excite young theatre artists. He will be working in collaboration with the YTC to provide classes specializing in stage combat, playwriting, acting, and theatre for young kids.

Jason Moore Soccer ClassesThe Cape Ann YMCA is thrilled to start a new partnership with the MSA. Jason Moore is a former New England Revolution professional soccer player who came to live on the North Shore. The MSA Skills program is designed for individuals and small groups to help develop players’ technical skills. Each session is structured to maximize the number of touches players getting, translating to increased comfort and confidence with the ball. If you are looking to take your soccer skills to the next level, this is a program for you!

Youth Soccer LeaguesThe snow might be melted, but those fields are just not ready yet! So we bring the best game inside! Join us Saturday morning as we continue on with our Youth Sport Leagues. Each indoor 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. Team Tee Shirts will be distributed on the 2nd day of play. League begins March 2. Registrations are due February 26. Week one of our leagues is orientation, skills and scrimmage. Starting week 2 we will start into our regular teams and games. League is 7 Weeks long

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Program Information 4 Membership Information 5

YOUTH dEVELOPMENTSchool Age Care 6Arts, Theatre & Dance 6-7Gymnastics 7-8Health & Well-Being 9Leadership Development / Teens 9Sports & Recreation 10-11Swimming 11-14

HEALTHY LIVINGFamily Time 15Health & Well-Being 16-17

Fitness Orientations 16Personal Services 16-17Specialty Fitness Programs 17

Lifelong Learning 17Road Races 18Swimming 18

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITYGiving 19Volunteerism 19

CONTACT USBarbara BerryMember Experience/Road Race [email protected] x1719

Dan CoffeyHead [email protected] x1706

Katy Milne CoffeyYouth Services [email protected] x1714

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

Chris ErblandMembership [email protected] x1708

Brian FlynnDirector Of [email protected] x1704

Nicole LeotsakosPerforming Arts [email protected]

Nikki Klink MarinBen Beyea Youth & Teen Center [email protected] x1703

Steve PanunzioFacilities [email protected] x1707

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

PROGRAM REGISTRATIONOur new website, launched in December, makes registering for a program easier than ever. While there are several new ways to learn about our programs and search, here are some tips:

• Visit: www.northshoreymca.org.

• Look for the search box located oneach program related page.

• Search for programs by keyword,location, program area, age and day of the week.

• Check off the classes you want to learn more about to read a description

• Add the classes you want to registerfor into the cart.

• Choose checkout, then sign into youraccount or create a new account.

• Assign each program tosomeone on your membership.

• Pay and print your receipt.

ONLINE CREdITSOnline credits will be offered for the remainder of any money paid on programs. The amount refunded will be calculated at the time of the request. Credits will be offered for remaining class sessions, calculated when the request is made. You can request a credit form at the front desk or by contacting the director.

CREdIT CARd OR CHECK REFUNdS The YMCA will issue a credit card or check refund:• If, for any reason, the YMCA cancels a class, participants will be offered the option for refund for that cancelled class,• If a participant cancels their registration prior to the start of the program session, • For classes missed due to illness (a doctor’s note is required) or, • If you are not 100% satisfied with your class experience.

Refunds will be offered for remaining class sessions, calculated when the request is made. You can request a refund form at

the front desk or by contacting the director.

Spring I 2013March 2 - April 26

• Members Currently Enrolled Friday, February 15 - 7:30am

• All Members Tuesday, February 19 - 7:30am

• Open To Community Tuesday, February 26 - 7:30am

PROGRAM LOCATIONSCAY: Cape Ann YMCA71 Middle Street Gloucester, MA978.283.0470

GTC: Gloucester Teen Center 9 Center Street Gloucester, MA

MId: Cape Ann YMCA67 Middle Street Gloucester, MA 978.283.0470

OSF: O’Maley Middle School 32 Cherry StreetGloucester, MA

RTC: Ben Beyea Youth and Teen Center 32 Poole’s Lane, Rockport, MA 978.546.3600

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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

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 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 Ys, plus gain free access to all New England Ys!

GET STARTEd ON THE RIGHT FOOT Helping people become more active has been a part of the Y’s mission for over 150 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” orientations, and receive 4 free sessions with a personal fitness coach 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

2013 YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE MEMBERSHIP RATES

*Membership **Joiner FeeYoung Adult (19-23) $31/mo $33Adult (24+) $52/mo $771-Adult Family $66/mo $772-Adult Family with children $97/mo $992-Adult Family without children $89/mo $99Teen $24/moYouth $15/mo

*NEW* Add a third adult to either 2-Adult membership for only $31 more a month!

* 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!

2013 LOCAL CAPE ANN YMCAMEMBERSHIP RATES

*Membership **Joiner FeeYoung Adult (18-23) $28/mo $33Adult (24+) $45/mo $771-Adult Family $57/mo $772-Adult Family with children $84/mo $992-Adult Family without children $81/mo $99Teen $22/moYouth $13/mo

The Teddy Bear denotes that babysitting is available when this program is running. Babysitting is free to people with YMCA family memberships.

LOOK FOR THE TEddY BEAR!

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FOR YOUTH dEVELOPMENTNURTURING THE POTENTIAL OF EVERY CHILd ANd TEEN

SCHOOL AGE CARE

About Our Programs:At the Y, we believe all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. It makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.

When your children participate in a Y after school program, they become part of our family. The Cape Ann Y offers quality, affordable licensed care in Gloucester and Rockport where kids learn values and skills taught by caring adults. We offer a variety of clubs as well to pique every kid’s interest: Blockbuster Lego, Drama, Clay Animation, No Cook Cooking, Fit Club and many more.

With programs that run from the closing bell until 6pm Monday through Friday, weekly swim time, and specials on holidays, school vacations and half days, it’s easy to see why the Y is the trusted choice for hundreds of Cape Ann families.

We have convenient locations at East Gloucester, Veterans Memorial and Rockport Elementary schools. Children from the other schools in Cape Ann can be transported by the Y to the program at Veterans School.

ART, THEATRE & dANCE

Budding ArtistsAges: 4-8 yearsFee: Y Member $15/week Community $20/weekYounger children can do theater too!! Students will collaboratively develop unique fairy tales, born completely out of their own vast imaginations! These stories will be practiced and then performed for small audiences.CAY Mondays 3:30pm-5:30pm

After School Acting ProgramAges: 9-15 yearsFee: Y Member $15/week Community $20/weekWork with acting coaches in a group setting to sharpen your acting, voice and movement skills. A fun and creative environment for you to work on scene work and with acting partners to practice your theatre craft. All experience levels welcome!CAY Tuesdays 3:30pm-5:30pm

Stage Combat With Cape Ann CowboyAges: 10-15 yearsFee: Y Member $15/week Community $20/weekIn this fun and dynamic class, Cape Ann Cowboy will teach young students the discipline and technique of safe stage combat. This class will include lessons in balance & coordination, falling safely, and the basics of stage fights. Class size limited to 8 participants, so sign up todayCAY Fridays 3:30pm-5:30pm

Young Playwrights WorkshopAges: 10-17 yearsFee: Y Member $15/week Community $20/weekIn this exciting and creative workshop, young North Shore writers will immerse themselves in the culture, history and heritage of our beautiful and historic community. Young writers will develop their own original productions based on the folklore of the area, both historic and modern, fanciful and down-to-earth.CAY Thursdays 3:30pm-5:30pm

Pricing Information

Before SchoolRates

After SchoolRates

days Fee days Fee

1 $13.00 1 $25.00

2 $24.00 2 $46.00

3 $32.00 3 $66.00

4 $38.00 4 $80.00

5 $45.00 5 $95.00

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Acting & Voice Private LessonsAges: All AgesFee: VariesOne 45 Minute Lesson: Y Member $45 Community $70Four 45 Minute Lesson: Y Member $160 Community $235Private acting and voice lessons provide personal attention to a young performer. Advance performance techniques, as well as audition and performance confidence. Arrange by appointment, with times and locations catered to participant and instructor schedules. Schedule individual lessons, or register for a four lesson package. Please contact Jasmine Meyers at [email protected] for more information.

Strings & ThingsAges: 8 years & upFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Knitting, crocheting, friendship bracelets and more! This class will teach you all sorts of things that can be made simply with string! All levels of crafters welcome!CAY Monday 4:00pm

GYMNASTICS

CAPE ANN YKODIAKS

GYMNASTICS

Join the fun with the Cape Ann YMCA Gymnastics program! Each level has been formatted to teach recreational gymnastics with a focus on strength, flexibility, coordination and fun!

The individual levels will be age and ability focused. Each level includes over 50 skills that will build confidence, endurance and love for the sport of gymnastics.

Please feel free to speak with Youth Services Director, Katy Milne Coffey, at 978.283.0470 x 1714 or [email protected] with for more information.

www.northshoreymca.org

Honey Pots/TotsAges: 12-24 months & 2-3 years with parentFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Music 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 Tuesday 10:00am (12-24 months)CAY Wednesday 9:00am (Ages 2-3 years)

CubsAges: 2-3 years without parentFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This 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 Tuesday 10:45am

Flips & Fairy TalesAges: 3-5 years Fee: Y Member $57 Community $82Calling all royalty and enchanted folk! The magical world of the gymnastics center invites you to join us weekly for a special sort of gymnastics class! Each class will start with story time to set our daily theme. Our gymnastics skills will play into our daily theme. We welcome costumes, fairy wings and armor! Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Wednesday 11:00am

Teddy Bear TumblersAges: 3 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Teddy 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 Wednesday 10:30am CAY Wednesday 4:30pm

Kinder Gym and SwimAges: 3-6 yearsFee: Y Member $98 Community $144This class combines the fun in the pool and the gym! In the gym, we provide experiences which help your child develop physical and social skills. In the pool, your child will work on water adjustment, the use of flotation devices, water safety and having fun! This class starts with gymnastics followed by swimming, so we encourage children to come dressed in their bathing suits for an easy transition to swim. Class length is 90 minutes.CAY Tuesday 3:30pm (Ages 3-4)CAY Thursday 3:30pm (Ages 5-6)

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Black Bears Level 1Ages: 4-12 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This 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 4:30pm (Ages 4-6)CAY Tuesday 9:00am (Ages 4-6)CAY Wednesday 9:45am (Ages 4-6)CAY Wednesday 3:30pm (Ages 6-8)CAY Wednesday 5:15pm (Ages 5-7, Boys only)

Brown Bears Level 2 Ages: 5-10 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This 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 the recommendation of an instructor. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Tuesday 4:30pm (Ages 8-10)CAY Thursday 4:30pm (Ages 5-7)

Open GymnasticsGrades: 1 & upFee: 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 front desk is required.CAY Tuesday 5:15pm CAY Thursday 5:15pm CAY Saturday 9:00am-9:45am

Back Handspring Mania Ages: 8 years & upFee: Y Member $62 Community $93Our back handspring class is designed for children to safely learn how to do back handsprings through increasing strength, flexibility and power. This class is perfect for gymnasts and cheerleaders looking to advance their skills. CAY Monday 5:30pm

Flips and TricksGrades: 1-5Fee: Y Member $62 Community $93Try 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 Monday 3:30pm (Grades 1-3)CAY Wednesday 6:15pm (Grades 3-5)

Teen TumblingAges: 13 years & upFee: Y Member $62 Community $93This class will serve as an introduction to floor tumbling. Great for dancers and cheerleaders who would like to focus on or polish their floor work using spotters and the Air Trak for practice. Back hand springs, standing tucks, and back walkovers will all be introduced in this class. The other apparatuses will not be used in this class.CAY Monday 6:15pm


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HEALTH & WELL-BEING

FIT-TASTIC KIDS

FIT-tastic Kids is a program developed by the YMCA of the North Shore to teach kids ages 8 to 14 how to eat a healthier diet and increase daily physical activity. In this program participants will learn how to make healthy food choices, bring home recipes and ideas to their families to continue healthy lifestyle habits at home and find ways to get moving throughout the day. The goal is for both kids and their families to be FIT-tastic together.

FIT-tastic Kids offers flexible scheduling for each family to begin at any time. An 8-week Y youth membership is included when participating in this program. FIT-tastic Kids is free for participants and their families because of the generosity of donors and grantors.

For more information, please contact Barbara Berry at 978.283.0470 or [email protected]


Fit Kids 101Grades: 2-6Fee: Y Member FREE Community $40Friends, fun and fitness! Back to basics: playground games, challenges, relay races, obstacle courses and more! Incorporates FIT-tastic Kids healthy choices and ideas to bring home to encourage healthy lifestyle habits for the whole familyCAY Saturday 12:30pm

Teen Strength & ConditioningGrades: 5-8Fee: Y Member $70 Community $103Increase strength, improve enduarance and build confidence in this small group setting. Workouts include the use of free weights, suspension training, body weight exercises, and much more!CAY Thursday 4:00pm

LEAdERSHIP dEVELOPMENT/ TEENS

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

Y Teens Rebuilding New OrleansOnce again, during April school vacation, more than 40 Cape Ann Teens and their chaperones will be returning to New Orleans to continue assisting the rebuilding efforts left in the wake of Hurricanes Katrina & Rita. We’ll be join by approximately another 60 teens and volunteers from throughout the Y of the North Shore. We strongly believe that through serving others, teens will best learn to grow and develop in to effective leaders for tomorrow. To contribute your support of an individual teen, or the trip in general, please contact Rick Doucette or Nikki Klink Marin.

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 five years, staff and teens have forged strong, healthy enduring relationships while working together for the future of Rockport youth.Hours Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-6:00pm Friday & Saturday 2:30pm-10:00pm


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SPORTS & RECREATION

Intro To KarateAges: 6-10 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This class is for those who would like to try karate for the first time, going over the basics of form and technique. This is a great option for those who are not sure they want to commit to purchasing a uniform and starting belt training. Class is 45 minutes long.CAY Saturday 10:00am

Karate I - BeginnerAges: 5 years & upFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Y Martial Arts classes develop strength, balance, flexibility and self-defense skills in a fun and supportive environment that emphasizes character development and self-discipline.CAY Saturday 11:00am (Ages 5-7)CAY Saturday 12:00pm (Ages 8-11)

Karate IIAges: 5 years & upFee: Y Member $57 Community $82The class is a continuation of Level 1. Prerequisite: Yellow belt or higher.CAY Sunday 10:30am (Ages 5-11)

Intermediate KarateAges: 8-11 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This is a continuation of our leveled karate classes. Pre requisite : Orange Belt or higher.CAY Sunday 11:30am

Mini Sports ManiaAges: 3-5 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82In Mini Sports Mania, children sample a variety of basic sports skills, build self-confidence and have fun. The Y’s Mini Sports Mania feature sports the Y has to offer in a fun atmosphere. All while cultivating the values, skill and relationships that lead to positive behaviors and better health. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday 9:15am CAY Tuesday 3:30pmCAY Thursday 10:00am

Basketball ClassAges: 3-5 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Kids have fun, develop good discipline and physical conditioning in Y Basketball. During the class we will work on basic skills, drills and rules of the game. Our basketball instructors determine the next appropriate level for your child based upon a skills assessment. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday 10:00amCAY Thursday 9:15am

X Factor Basketball Training:Fundamental dynamic Skills & drillsGrades: 3-8Fee: Y Member $100 Community $130Our sessions will concentrate on building the essential foundation of fundamental skills that players can apply to competitive game situations. Players will perform 1 hour of dynamic up-tempo drills that will contribute to their strength & conditioning, offensive, and defensive skill sets. Drills are progressive throughout the 8 week session to incorporate muscle memory, coordination, and mental development completing the basketball learning environment. Performance competitions will occur during these sessions and players will be given home review sheets to do workouts on their own.CAY Mondays 3:30pm (Boys)CAY Tuesdays 4:30pm (Girls)

X Factor Basketball Training:Game Play developmentGrades: 5-8Fee: Y Member $100 Community $130Our sessions continue the learning experience beyond skills and drills. Game play sessions will better prepare any player to recognize and act in competitive game settings. Our concentration involves 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, & 5v5 scenarios both offensively and defensively. Players will be groomed on the team concepts of motion and perimeter offense. Also, players will be groomed on the concepts of man to man and zone defense.CAY Mondays 4:30pm (Boys)

Monday Skills & Game Play ComboGrades: 5-8, Boys OnlyFee: Y Member $150 Community $1752 hour class package.

Sports and SplashAges: 3-5 yearsFee: Y Member $98 Community $144If your child loves sports and swimming, then Sport and Splash was designed for them! We have combined two of our most popular programs into one fun-filled class. Kids will have both a swim and sports class. Meet in the gymnasium.CAY Tuesday 3:30pm


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Jason Moore Soccer AcademyAges: 7 years & upFee: Y Member $100 Community $130The Cape Ann YMCA is thrilled to start a new partnership with the MSA. Jason Moore is a former New England Revolution professional soccer player who came to live on the North Shore. The MSA Skills program is designed for individuals and small groups to help develop players’ technical skills. Each session is structured to maximize the number of touches players getting, translating to increased comfort and confidence with the ball. If you are looking to take your soccer skills to the next level, this is a program for you!CAY Wednesday 3:30 (Ages 7-8)CAY Wednesday 4:30 (Ages 9-10)CAY Thursday 3:30 (Ages 9-10)CAY Thursday 4:30 (Ages 11-12)CAY Thursday 5:30 (Ages 12 & up)

Preschool & Youth Soccer LeaguesAges: 3.5-5 years (dyno-Mites) Kindergarten (Mites) Grades 1-3 (Rookies)Fee: Y Member $50 Community $75The snow might be melted, but those fields are just not ready yet! So we bring the best game inside! Join us Saturday morning as we continue on with our Youth Sport Leagues. Each indoor 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. Team Tee Shirts will be distributed on the 2nd day of play. League begins March 2. Registrations are due February 26.Week one of our leagues is orientation, skills and scrimmage. Starting week 2 we will start into our regular teams and games. League is 7 Weeks longCAY Saturday 3:30pm

SWIMMING

Shrimp, Kipper, IniaAges: 6 months-24 months with parentFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Shrimp, Kipper and Inia are parent-child classes for children ages 6 months through 24 months. Parents attend class with their child and join in all activities. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 9:00amCAY Friday 10:00amCAY Saturday 9:00am

PerchAges: 24 months-36 months with parentFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This is a fun class for those who want to swim with Mom or Dad. Perch helps children develop safe pool behavior, adjust to the water, and learn basic swimming skills. Children will practice blowing bubbles, kicking and paddling using flotation. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 10:00am CAY Friday 9:00amCAY Saturday 9:30am

SkippersAges: 2.9-3 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This class is for the young child who has confidence in the pool and is ready for an independent class without parents. We ask that children have been through our parent tot programs or been given recommendation by the instructor. Children will work on various skills to gain further independence and become strong swimmers. Class length is 30 minutes.CAY Monday 9:30amCAY Tuesday 10:00am CAY Wednesday 10:00amCAY Friday 9:00amCAY Saturday 10:30am

Pike With ParentAges: 3-5 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Parents work one-on-one with their kids learning basic water adjustment and safety skills. In this class very young children learn to love the water with this class where the parent is in the pool with them. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Friday 9:30amCAY Saturday 10:00am


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NEWSWIMMING

PROGRAM

Welcome to our new Series Swim Program! This session, the six North Shore Y’s will launch this new swim lesson structure, designed to streamline your registration process and improve consistency across all swim skill levels. With this new series-based approach, your child will build confidence with clear progression during each session.


PRESCHOOL SWIMMING SERIESAges: 3-5 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82

Preschool Swimming I water acclimation, breathing patterns, paddling and independence with flotationCAY Monday 9:00am, 3:30pmCAY Tuesday 9:00am, 4:30pmCAY Wednesday 10:00am, 3:30amCAY Thursday 4:30pmCAY Friday 9:00amCAY Saturday 9:15am

Preschool Swimming II stroke introduction, diving and moving away from flotationCAY Monday 10:00am, 3:30pmCAY Tuesday 3:30pm, 4:30pmCAY Wednesday 9:00am, 3:30pmCAY Thursday 4:30pmCAY Friday 10:00amCAY Saturday 9:15am

Preschool Swimming III able to swim 5 feet or more without flotation, stroke and endurance skillsCAY Monday 10:00am, 3:30pmCAY Tuesday 3:30pmCAY Wednesday 9:00am, 3:30pmCAY Thursday 4:30pmCAY Friday 10:00amCAY Saturday 9:15am

YOUTH SWIMMING SERIESAges: 6 years & upFee: Y Member $57 Community $82

Youth Swimming Ifloating, breathing patterns, paddling and learning to swim 25 yards independentlyCAY Monday 4:30pmCAY Tuesday 3:30pmCAY Thursday 3:30pmCAY Saturday 10:15am

Youth Swimming IIable to swim 25 yards, stroke and diving developmentCAY Monday 4:30pmCAY Tuesday 3:30pmCAY Wednesday 4:30pmCAY Thursday 3:30pmCAY Saturday 10:15am

Youth Swimming IIIfor competent swimmers in all strokes, endurance and technique-basedCAY Monday 4:30pmCAY Wednesday 4:30pmCAY Thursday 3:30pmCAY Saturday 10:15am

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Kinder Gym & SwimAges: 3-6 yearsFee: Y Member $98 Community $144If your child loves gymnastics and swimming, then Kinder Gym and Swim was designed for them! We have combined two of our most popular programs into one fun-filled hour and a half.CAY Tuesday 3:30pm (Ages 3-4)CAY Thursday 3:30pm (Ages 5-6)

Teen AquaticsAges: 12 years & upFee: Y Member $57 Community $82This class is structured for teens who want to work on stroke development and swimming mechanics, but are not quite ready for swim team. Beginner and intermediate swimmers welcome.CAY Wednesday 4:30pm

Springboard divingGrades: 3 & upFee: Y Member $80 Community $110Learn the basics of competitive diving. Students will practice ap-proaches, forward and back jumps in straight, pike and tuck body positions, and forward and back dives. In this class participants must be able to pass the deep water test and do a forward dive from the side of the pool.CAY Tuesday 7:00pmCAY Thursday 7:00pmCAY Saturday 8:00am

Sports and SplashAges: 3-5 yearsFee: Y Member $98 Community $144If your child loves sports and swimming, then Sport and Splash was designed for them! We have combined two of our most popular programs into one fun-filled class. Kids will have both a swim and sports class. Meet in the gymnasium.CAY Tuesday 3:30pm

Jump, dive & Whale!Ages: 6 years & upFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Not your ordinary swim class! This class will focus on all things in the deep end while also working on swimming skills. We’ll have tons of fun while using the diving board and snorkeling. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool without aid to participate. Please bring a mask and snorkel to class.CAY Monday 3:30pm

Slides and divesAges: 5-7 yearsFee: Y Member $57 Community $82Have fun competition while working on swimming skills. Kids won’t realize they are learning to swim because they’ll be playing games, trying new tricks, and learning new moves. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool without aid to participate. Please bring either goggles or mask to class. CAY Wednesday 3:30pm

SHARKS & LITTLE SHARKS

SWIM TEAM

The YMCA of the North Shore Sharks & Little Sharks swim team works to develop the best combination of swimmers and human beings through the strengths of innovative coaching techniques and strategies, supportive parental involvement and integration of our core values – Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

From ages 4 and up, the Little Sharks and Sharks programs maintain an infrastructure of children, coaches,and parents who create the platforms and opportunities for each and every swimmer to fulfill their goals and their potential as a person, swimmer and team member.

www.ynssharks.net

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.

Little SharksAges: 4-7 yearsFee: Y Member $85 Community $130Designed for younger swimmers who are interested in learning the skills needed for competitive swimming. The focus of the mini swim team will be on stroke development, technique, and racing starts and turns. This class is perfect for those who want to be taught in a team environment and have fun at the same time. Swimmers should be able to swim one length of the pool freestyle and backstroke. Class length is 45 minutes.CAY Monday & Wednesday 3:30pm CAY Tuesday & Thursday 4:15pm

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YNS STORMDIVING TEAM

GRADES: 3 & upFEE: $130 Monthly Draft

Join the YMCA of the North Shore Dive Team. The team practices up to four times a week. Divers should also register in AAU Diving. The team prepares for competitions throughout the year in New England with the yearend goals the AAU National Championship and The Bay State Games. Dry land training will be included with Board time. Please note that on weekend practices, gym clothing should be worn over suit for dry land work.

CAY Tuesday 7:00pmCAY Thursday 7:00pmCAY Saturday 7:30amCAY Sunday 3:30pm


Sharks Bronze GroupGrades: Kindergarten-4Fee: Y Member $85 Community $130Y Sharks Bronze Group is the perfect bridge between swimming lessons and swim team for the younger swimmer. It teaches stroke technique for freestyle and backstroke and includes racing starts, turns and streamlining. All new swimmers must be evaluated by competitive aquatics staff prior to participation. Class length is 45 minutes. CAY Monday 4:15pm CAY Tuesday 3:30pm

Sharks Silver GroupGrades: 5 & upFee: Y Member $85 Community $130Y Sharks Silver Group is designed for swimmers who are looking to expand on stroke technique learned in the Bronze Group, with a focus on the butterfly and breaststroke techniques. This class is for middle school swimmers who want to swim in a more formal class with their peers but not commit to a year round swim team. The focus will be on stroke mechanics, starts, turns and aerobic conditioning. All new swimmers must be evaluated by competitive aquatics staff prior to participation. Class length 45 minutes.CAY Monday 4:15pm CAY Thursday 3:30pm

Private & Semi-Private Swim LessonsAges: All AgesFee (Private Lessons): Y Member $35/Half Hour

$120/Package of 4 Half Hour Lessons$180/Package of 8 Half Hour Lessons

Fee (Semi-Private Lessons): Y Member $50/Half Hour (up to 4 swimmers)

$170/Package of 4 Half Hour Lessons$260/Package of 8 Half Hour Lessons

Private lessons are a great way to get to the next level of swimming. We offer 30 minutes of one-on-one instruction that produces results. Semi-private lessons are also available. These lessons are set up as appointments to meet your schedule and coordinate with our pool schedule. You do not pay for the class until you and the instructor have confirmed the first lesson. CAY By apppointment, please email Katy Milne Coffey at [email protected]


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FAMILY TIME

Play datesAges: All With Parent/GuardianFee: Y Family Membership FREE

Y Youth Members 10 FREE Visits Per Session or $25 for Unlimited Session Pass

Community $45 for Unlimited Session PassMake a play date at the Y! On weekday mornings, our gymnastics center, gymnasium and pool are open for you and your family to enjoy together. Weekdays, 9:00am-11:00amCAY Monday Gymnastics*CAY Tuesday Aquatics CAY Wednesday Sports (Gymnasium)CAY Thursday Gymnastics*CAY Friday Gymnastics*

*To ensure a safe environment, please sign up your family for a 1 hour block in gymnastics up to 3 days prior. Maximum of 15 families per hour.

Friday Night FunGrades: K-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! Kids will be broken into their age groups for three hours of swimming, a light snack, gym-nastics 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 time!CAY Friday 5:00pm-8:00pm March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 April 5, 12

Healthy Kids dayAges: All AgesFee: FREE for all!Join us at the Y for a great day geared for the youth and families in our community! This national YMCA event is designed to give families the encouragement and resources needed to stay healthy. Community health fair and open activities will be available for the whole family.CAY April 27 10:00am-1:00pm

BIRTHdAY PARTIESHost your next birthday at the Cape Ann Y. Enjoy and share your favorite program and activity with friends and family! Our enthusiastic, trained staff offers the best birthday ever. Days, times and packages vary. Y combo packages now available. Call us at 978.283.0470 for more information or to reserve your space today!

Pool Parties, Sports Parties, Nerf Attack Parties, Gymnastics Parties, Rockport Youth & Teen Center Parties

PRICES MEMBER COMMUNITY

Package 1 $170 $220

Package 2 $195 $270

Party Package 1: Includes use of pool, gym or gymnastics center, staffed with a lifeguard or instructor, and the party room.

Party Package 2: : Includes use of pool, gym or gymnastics center, staffed with a lifeguard or instructor, the party room and party supplies. (You supply the food!) Supplies include: cups, plates, napkins, plastic ware, tablecloth and balloons!

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

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HEALTH & WELL-BEING

FITNESS ORIENTATIONS

Start Right OrientationAges: 10 years & upFee: FREE with Adult/Family MembershipThis orientation program is designed to start you on your path to achieving your health and fitness goals! Your 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 Barbara Berry at 978.283.0470 or [email protected]

PERSONAL SERVICES

Stott Pilates® Personal TrainingAges: 16 years & upFee: See personal training pricingStott Pilates® trained Haley Allison is offering personal training us-ing the Stott Pilates® techniques of mat work and light equipment. You will have personal instruction on Stott Pilates® basic principles, and you will be taken through a dynamic, full-body workout that focuses on improving flexibility and core strength, with exercises that stretch and tone all muscle groups. Sessions will vary to include, stability balls, arc barrels, flex-bands, toning balls, Pilates circles, and BOSU balance trainers. For more information, please contact Barbara Berry or personal trainer Haley Allison for more information at 978.283.0470 or [email protected] CAY By appointment

One-on-One Personal TrainingAges: 14 years & 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! For more information, please contact Barbara Berry at 978.283.0470 or [email protected] to schedule an appointment.

60-minute sessions: 30-minute sessions:

1 session: $58 3 sessions: $99

3 sessions: $168 5 sessions: $160



20 sessions: $1000

30 sessions: $1440

Buddy Personal TrainingAges: 14 years & up, Two ParticipantsHave 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. For more information, please contact Barbara Berry at 978.283.0470 or [email protected] to schedule an appointment.

60-minute sessions:

1 session: $35 per person

3 sessions: $100 per person




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Aquatics Personal Training Fee: Y Member $55 Community $65 Y Member $155 Community $185 Y Member $250 Community $300 Y Member $480 Community $580Marlee Nelson is a Nationally Certified, MASTER Level/USWFAPersonal Aquatic Fitness Trainer and Instructor, and Certified AFAAPersonal Trainer. She is also a Certified Lifeguard, Certified WaterAerobics Instructor and a Certified WSI Swim Instructor. Pleasecontact the aquatic office at 978.283.0470 x 1706 to schedule anappointment. Session length is one hour.

Small Group TrainingAges: 14 years & up (3-8 People Only)Fee: Y Member Packages start at $16Personal 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. For more information, please contact Barbara Berry at 978.283.0470 or [email protected] to schedule an appointment.

60-minute sessions:




SPECIALTY FITNESS PROGRAMS

Riptide Runners!Ages: 18 years & upFee: FREEJoin the club! Learn to run! Build endurance! Learn to run faster! Participate in local races! Be part of a team! Run with cool people!

We plan on Chasin’ the Gorilla in April….want to find out more?

For more information, please contact Barbara Berry at [email protected]

Boot Camp Ages: 16 years & upFee: Y Member $93 Community $134Boot Camp is a challenging and fun group workout that fosters accountability and team camraderie. You’ll experience variety in each class with cardiovascular, speed, endurance, strength and power training exercises. Our commitment is to encourage, motivate, coach and train participants to the highest possible level while delivering a memorable experience.CAY Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00am

TRXTM Ages: 16 years & upFee: Y Member $95 Community $140Hit on all muscle groups to provide a solid, total body workout using the TRX Suspension Trainer. Classes will be adjusted according to fitness level and modifications will be provided. CAY Monday 9:30am; 5:00pm CAY Wednesday 7:30am; 4:00pmCAY Thursday 9:30am; 6:00pmCAY Friday 12:00pm

Silver StrengthAges: 60 years & upFee: Y Member $68 Community $99With the help of a trainer learn the proper form and technique to perform exercises that are specific to building strength, increasing endurance and improving balance and flexibility.CAY Monday 10:00am

LIFELONG LEARNING

West African drum & danceAges: 18 years & upFee: 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. MId Sunday 11:00am

ASHI (American Safety and Health Institute) Training ProgramsAges: 16 years & upFee: Y Member $50 Community $75Get certified in First Aid, CPR or the use of oxygen.All classes run 10:30am-1:30pmCAY Saturday March 2 Basic First Aid CAY Saturday March 9 CPR/AEdCAY Saturday March 16 CPR PROCAY Saturday March 23 Oxygen*CAY Saturday March 30 Basic First Aid CAY Saturday April 16 CPR/AEd CAY Saturday April 13, 20 CPR PRO

*Prerequisette: CPR and First Aid Certified

Lifeguarding CertificationFee: Y Member $275 Community $350Get certified and become a lifeguard! Certification course includes CPR Pro, Basic First aid, and oxygen certifications. Participants must be able to swim 500 yards, and must be 16 years old by the end of the course. Class length is 5 hours. CAY March 11-15 12:00pm-6:00pmCAY April 12, 15-19 12:00pm-6:00pm

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ROAd RACES

Lace up your running shoes in 2013 for another exciting year of racing! We will be hosting 12 fun and exciting races all across the North Shore that will feature some awesome prizes for everyone who participates! Whether you’re a novice or competitive runner we encourage you to sign up today and be a part of the series! For details on the North Shore Road Race Series go to www.northshoreymca.org/roadraces

Contact Barbara Berry, Road Race Coordinator at [email protected]

2013 RACES TO LOOK FORWARd TO

SWIMMING

Swim FitAges: 18 years & upFee: Y Member $45/Month Community $90/Month Member drop In $15 Community drop In $20Get 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 7:15pm-8:15pmCAY Monday 9:00am-10:30amCAY Wednesday 7:15pm-8:15pmCAY Wednesday 9:00am-10:30amCAY Friday 9:00am-10:30am

Adult Beginner Swim LessonsAges: 17 years & upFee: Y Member $62 Community $88Don’t have much practice swimming but want to build your skills? We’ll make improving your swim skills easy for you. This is the place to start for adults who don’t have a lot of prior swimming experience. Participants will become more confident in the water and will learn the fundamentals of swimming and aquatic safety.CAY Thursday 10:00am

Adult Swim Stroke developmentAges: 17 years & upFee: Y Member $61 Community $87Develop basic swim strokes and have the opportunity to try more advanced swim strokes in this class. It is recommended that participants have taken beginner swim lessons before enrolling in stroke development.CAY Thursday 9:00am

Aqua Jog & ToneAges: 18 years & upFee: Y Member $100 Community $125Aqua Jogging is a high-intensity cardio, low impact workout, and is a particularly great cross training option for runners. This class is an excellent way to prevent and gently manage injuries, in addition to improving running form and fitness without subjecting your body to further impact. The class will also incorporate aqua toning for all muscle groups.CAY Tuesday & Thursday 6:30am

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GIVING

did you know...?The Cape Ann YMCA is a charity. We are a non-profit organization focused on community and human services. 100% of your donation goes directly to those in need. Every dollar donated to our Y For All annual campaign is used to support local children, families and individuals through Y programs, membership and camp. Y For All is more than donors and dollars. Our annual campaign is a grassroots effort led by dozens of volunteers and businesses from our communities.

Help the Y make a difference.It’s never too late to help my community with a gift to the Y For All campaign. Swing by the front desk or visit:


Thank you!

PLANNEd GIVINGThe YMCA has recently launched a new planned giving initiative. Common planned gifts include a gift made through one’s will, life insurance policy, or retirement plan. All gifts benefit our endowment, a permanent fund used to support the Y. Gifts made to the endowment today will help support future generations. All those who make a gift will be invited to join the Triangle Society, our planned giving recognition society. If the Y has left a lasting impression on your life, please call Sam Sanker, Director of Planned Giving, at 978-921-1753 for more information.

VOLUNTEERISM

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Member GreeterGreet arriving members with a smile and help to get their time at the Y off to a great start! In addition to making members feel welcome, responsibilities include handing out towels, distributing and collecting locker keys, and scanning member cards. For more information, please contact Chris Erbland, Membership director, at [email protected]

After School MentorWant to help make a difference in the life of a child? The Cape Ann Y after school program is looking for volunteers to work 1 on 1 with kids and truly make a difference. Help with homework, create crafts or shoot hoops with a child for an hour a week, might not be a lot of time for you but will make a huge difference! Contact Brian Flynn for more information.

FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITYGIVING BACK ANd PROVIdING SUPPORT TO OUR NEIGHBORS

Cape Ann YMCA71 Middle StreetGloucester, MA 01930

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PAIDYMCA of the North Shore

TAKE ON THE SUMMER!SUMMER CAMPS AT THE YMCA!Take on summer and sign up for summer camp at the Y! See what our summer camps have in store for a summer of fun and excitement. Pick up a camp guide in the Y Welcome Center or view it online and register for camp online at northshoreymca.org. Make this a summer they’ll never forget

NEW SWIMMING PROGRAMSThis session, the six North Shore Y’s will launch this new swim lesson structure, designed to streamline your registration process and improve consistency across all swim skill levels. With this new series-based approach, your child will build confidence with clear progression during each session.

HEALTHY KIdS dAY - APRIL 27Join us at the Y for a great day geared for the youth and families in our community! This national YMCA event is designed to give families the encouragement and resources needed to stay healthy. Community health fair and open activities will be available for the whole family.

2013 cape ann spring i guide

Documents

soccer skills

theatre programs

y theatre company

game of soccer

fundamentals of soccer

young theatre artists

indoor soccer league

theatre arts programming