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yworksQuarterly program guide of YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County
September, October, November 2019
03community outreach
04aquatics
10sports and fitness
16donors
19childcare
Run, volunteer with the YWCAEncore Breast Cancer Awareness 5K, Oct. 12 (see p12)
Gettysburg Battlefield Half Marathon (see p14)
facility hours909 Fairfield Road, GettysburgMonday - Friday 4:30a.m.-10p.m.(fitnesscenter) 6a.m.-9p.m.(pool)Saturday 7a.m.-7p.m.(fitnesscenter) 8a.m.-4:30p.m.(pool)Sunday 7a.m.-7p.m.(fitnesscenter) 10a.m.-4:30p.m.(pool)Outdoor Pool, 730 Chambersburg Road, GettysburgMonday-Friday Noon-8p.m.untilSept.15
closingsSept. 2 909FairfieldRoad,AdamsCommerceCenterclosedNov. 28 909FairfieldRoad,AdamsCommerceCenterclosed
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management team 717-334-9171Dotty Dalphon, executive [email protected],ext.124Mike Dorsette, director of [email protected],ext.112Randy Gray, executive [email protected],ext.113Bud Glass, buildings and grounds [email protected],ext.130Drew Harding, human resources [email protected],ext.139Alex J. Hayes, coordinator of special events and public [email protected],ext.116
Karina Padilla, acting children and youth [email protected],ext.126Jen King, sports and fitness [email protected],ext.119Kristen Mooney, membership [email protected],ext.120Nancy Lilley, community services director [email protected],ext.115Cora Rhoads, aquatics [email protected],ext.129Teresa Rodgers, childcare at adams commerce center [email protected],717-334-7150
2019-20 board of directorsJessicaRitter,presidentKellyAlsedek,Co-VicePresidentLyneAurand,Co-VicePresidentEmilyGerlach,SecretaryTraceySmith,treasurerLeighM.AyersMariaErling
ReynaFallonYeimi(Jamie)K.GagliardiKatyGiebenhainKristinLargenJaneLordemanAnjelinaPerezKristinRice
DeniseMembrenoRoyerSarahStokelyElizabethC.Strauss
our missionYWCAGettysburg&AdamsCountyisdedicatedtoeliminatingracism,empoweringwomenandpromotingpeace,justice,freedomand
dignityforall.
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eliminating racism, empowering womenRacialjusticeandwomen’seconomicadvancementarethehallmarkinitiativesoftheYWCA.Tofurtherthismissioninourcommunity,
theYWCAGettysburg&AdamsCountyoffersprogramsthatencouragediscussionaboutraceandappreciationforthediversity inourcommunityandprovidewomenandgirlsopportunitiestoexplorescientificfieldsandincreasetheirearningpotential.
For more information about the YWCA’s racial justice and women’s empowerment programs, contact Nancy Lilley at [email protected] or 717-334-9171, ext. 115. Also visit www.ywcagettysburg.org/news/community-program-updates
Encore Breast Cancer Support GroupTheYWCAEncoreBreastCancerSupportGroupmeetsthefourth
Tuesdayofeverymonthinthecommunityroom.Youmaynotfeelthatyouareinneedofsupport,butyourpresenceandsharingyourexperiencescouldmakeadifferenceinthelifeofanotherwoman.
Sept. 24 – End of Life committee presentation on planning,resourcesand importanceof care conversations throughHealthyAdams County. Presented by Roberta Geidner. We will discussplanningforlegal,personalandmedicalmatters.
Monday, Oct. 7–PinkCarnationsalesbegin,seeYWfrontdesktoorder.ProceedsbenefitAdamsCountyBreastCancerCoalition.
Friday, Oct. 11 – Adams County Breast Cancer Coalition PinkRibbonDinnerofHopeatSkiLiberty,CarrollValley.
Saturday, Oct. 12 – 8:00 a.m. – 13th annual ENCORE BreastCancerAwareness5K
Friday, Oct. 18 –PABreastCancerCoalitionannualmeeting -Harrisburg
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – 6:30 p.m. – Carol Miller, breast cancersurvivor,givesapresentationabouthertriptoaFlorenceItalyfortheInternationalBreastCancerDragonBoatFestivallastJuly.
Tuesday, Nov. 19 –6p.m.-Holidaygathering
Brown Bag Lunch SeriesEveryone iswelcome to YWCA’sBrownBagLunchSeries! This
seriesisheldatnoonintheYWCACommunityRoomat909FairfieldRoad. Registration is requested but not required. Call 717-334-9171, ext. 115 or email Nancy at [email protected] formoreinformation.
Our2019serieswillfeaturelocalpeopletalkingabouttopicswithlocalimpacts.
Sept. 17 – Kay Hollabaugh, local fruit grower, will speak onimmigrantissues
Oct. 15–Dr.EricJackson,OrthopaedicSurgeon,OSSHealth,willtalkabouttreatmentoptionsforHip&KneePain
Nov. 19–PeterMieleoftheSeminaryRidgeMuseumwillspeakon the book, “The Colors of Courage – Gettysburg’s ForgottenHistory.”
Women’s Book Review and Discussion GroupsTwoseparategroupsmeet in theCommunityRoom. Formore
information, email Elizabeth Ibex (Tuesday group) at [email protected](Wednesdaygroup)[email protected] Tuesday of each month 6:30 p.m.Second Wednesday of each month 7 p.m.
Adams County Heritage FestivalThe 28th Annual Heritage Festival is a celebration of music,
food,andcraftsreflectingthemulticulturalatmosphereofAdamsCounty.TheYWCAandInterfaithCenterforPeaceandJusticeco-sponsortheevent.Sept. 15 noonto4p.m.
Run for PeaceJoin us for this free 3-mile walk/run to promote peace in our
community. The course begins and ends at the AppalachianBrewing Company Gateway, 70 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg.After the run, eat dinner at Appalachian Brewing Company - 10percentofallproceedswillbedonatedtotheYWCA.FreeT-shirtswillbedistributedtoparticipantsonafirstcome,firstservebasis.Sept. 18 Walkers6p.m.,runners6:30p.m.
Cage of OppressionThe YWCA, Middle East Peace and Justice Group, with the
Gettysburg Community Theatre, are sponsoring a productionof “Cage of Oppression – Community Diversity Monologues.”This is a collection of social oppression stories collected fromcommunity members and enacted by local actors under thedirectionofChad-AlanCarr.Admissionisfreebutreservationsfortheopenseatingwillberequired.Call717-334-2692,[email protected], or stop by the box office at 49York Street, Gettysburg 5 to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, toreserveaseat.Sept. 22 7:30 p.m.
Get out to vote new voter registrationVotingiscriticaltoensuringahealthy,safe,empoweredfuturefor
us,ourfamilies,andourcommunities.Makesureyou,yourfriendsandlovedonesareregisteredtovote.Besuretodouble-checkyourregistration,andmakesuretoshowuptothepolls!Sept. 25 and 26 9:30a.m.-1p.m.,5to6p.m.HACCGettysburg
Empowering Young WomenThe LEGO Robotics Club is offered as part of the ASAP after-
school program at Lincoln Elementary School. Mentored byGettysburg College students, under the direction of Dr. JackieMilingo,thesix-weekprogramprovidesfourth-andfifth-gradegirlsthe opportunity to explore computer programming and roboticstechnologyinanurturing,girls-onlyenvironment.Ifyourdaughteris not a student at Lincoln but she is interested in this program,[email protected] formoreinformation.
STEAM Savvy is an all-girls after-school club for students atGettysburgHighSchool.Theprogramencouragesgirls toexplorescience, technology, engineering, arts andmath. Instructors andmentorsalsoassiststudentswithcollegeapplications,interviewingskills, andother aspects of the college search, including visits toexploreschools’sciencedepartments.
As more major tech companies realize the need for greaterdiversity in STEAM fields, these programs are important tools inhelping girls and youngwomen retain an interest in science andtechnologythroughouttheirschoolyears.Researchsuggeststhatprogramslikethisareeffectivetoolstochallengethegenderdivideofmen andwomen in these high-paying career fields. Formoreinformation,contactchemistryteacherKristenBechtelatthehighschool,717-334-6254.
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Nearly New Sale!Friday,Oct.18,7:30a.m.-6p.m.Saturday,Oct.19,8:30-10:30a.m.
Buy and sell good-quality, gently used, seasonal children’s clothing and shoes, maternity clothes, baby equipment,
furnishings, toys and MORE!
Make money on gently used CHILDREN’S items!For a 45 percent commission, plus a small handling fee, the YWCA Nearly New Sale draws great crowds
of shoppers and sells your items for you.
Proceeds benefit the entire community through YWCA programs and services.Volunteers are always needed to help sort and tag clothes the week of the sale.
Volunteer 5 hours and shop the pre-sale Oct. 17, 6 - 8 p.m. To volunteer, contact Nancy at ext. 115 or [email protected].
Consignment accepted Oct. 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 14, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.Donations accepted Oct. 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
ywca - your community center Bridge
A group currently meets at the YWCA to review and improveskillsthroughplaying.Thisisarelaxedatmosphereofcasualplay.Anyonewithaknowledgeofthebasicskillsofbridgemayjoin.Mondays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.RecFree Basic$2 Non $4
Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank Blood DriveDonorsmustbehealthy,weighat least 110pounds,andbeat
least17yearsold.Youmaydonatebloodevery56days.Oct. 22 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Free YW Days ThankstoourHallmarksSponsors,theYWCAwillbeopentothe
communityforfreeonthefollowingdayfromopenuntilclose.FreeYW Days are offered quarterly and provide access to the fitnesscenter, landandwater classes, and the indoorpool duringopenswimhours.Tuesday Oct. 5 Outdoorpoolfreedaynoonto8p.m.,YWCAfree4:30a.m. to10p.m. (Indoorpoolnot included in freedaydue tolessonsandcamps.)
Mah Jongg MahJonggisagameofskill,strategyandcalculationthatinvolves
acertaindegreeofchance.ComereadytoplaytheAmericanfour-playerversion. Ifyouare interested in learning toplay, there isapossibility of a learning session being scheduled. Contact [email protected],ext.115formoreinformation.Mondays 11:30 a.m. RecFree Basic$2 Non $4
basic first aid/cpr/aed for adult, child, infantAmericanRedCrossonlinecourseworkmustbecompletedbefore
thestartofthein-persontrainingday.Seeourwebsitefordetailsandclickundertheaquaticstab.Youwillalsobeabletoregisteronline.Allregistrantsmustemailcrhoads@ywcagettysburg.orgtoreceivethelinkforthecourse.Session 9: Registration ends Sept. 15Sept.18,6to9p.m.Fee $80Session 10: Registration ends Oct. 13Oct.16,6to9p.m.Fee $80Session 11: Registration ends Nov. 17Nov.20,6to9p.m.Fee $82
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aquaticsyoung child learn to swimSwimlessonskeepkidssafeinthewaterandopenthedoorforthemtobecomefuturelifeguardsorbeonourswimteam.Swimmingis
alifelongskill.OurexperiencedandcertifiedAmericanRedCrossinstructorsemphasizewatersafetyandswimmingskillswhileteachingchildrenwithpraiseandencouragement.Level 1: Childrenwho prefer to keep their face and head abovewaterLevel 2:Childrenwhocanputtheirwholeheadunderwater
Level 3: ChildrenwhocanfloatindependentlyLevel 4: Childrenwhocanswimfreestyleandbackstroke
Session 9A: Registration ends Oct. 3Sept.6,13,20,27,Oct.4,115-5:30p.m. Ages4and5Level15:30-6p.m. Ages4and5Level2Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 9B: Registration ends Sept. 3Sept.6,13,20,27,Oct.4,115-5:30p.m. Ages6to12Level15:30-6p.m. Ages6to12Level26:05-6:35p.m. Ages6to12Level36:35-7:05p.m. Ages6to12Level4Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 9C: Registration ends Sept. 6Sept.9,11,13,16,18,208:15-8:45a.m. Ages4and5Level18:45-9:15a.m. Ages4and5Level29:15-9:45a.m. Ages4and5Level3Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 9D: Registration ends Sept. 11Sept.14,21,2811-11:30a.m. Ages4and5,Levels1to3Rec $17 Basic $23 Non $29
Session 9E: Registration ends Sept. 13Sept.16,18,23,25,30,Oct.14:30-5p.m.Ages6to12Level15-5:30p.m.Ages6to12Level25:30-6p.m.Ages6to12Level36-6:30p.m.Ages6to12Level4Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 9F: Registration ends Sept. 14Sept.17,19,24,26,Oct.1,34:30-5p.m.Ages6to12Level15-5:30p.m.Ages6to12Level25:30-6p.m.Ages6to12Level36-6:30p.m.Ages6to12Level4Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 9G: Registration ends Sept. 20Sept.23,25,27,30,Oct.2,48:15-8:45a.m. Ages4and5Level18:45-9:15a.m. Ages4and5Level29:15-9:45a.m. Ages4and5Level3Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 10A: Registration ends Oct. 2Oct.5,12,1911-11:30a.m. Ages4and5,Levels1to3Rec $17 Basic $23 Non $29
Session 10B: Registration ends Oct. 4Oct.7,9,11,14,16,188:15-8:45a.m. Ages4and5Level18:45-9:15a.m. Ages4and5Level29:15-9:45a.m. Ages4and5Level3Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Sept. 10C: Registration ends Oct. 7Oct.10,15,17,22,24,294:30-5p.m.Ages6to12Level15-5:30p.m.Ages6to12Level25:30-6p.m.Ages6to12Level36-6:30p.m.Ages6to12Level4Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 10D: Registration ends Oct. 11Oct.14,16,21,23,28,304:30-5p.m.Ages6to12Level15-5:30p.m.Ages6to12Level25:30-6p.m.Ages6to12Level36-6:30p.m.Ages6to12Level4Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 10E: Registration ends Oct. 15Oct.18,25,Nov.1,8,15,225-5:30p.m. Ages6to12Level15:30-6p.m. Ages6to12Level26:05-6:35p.m. Ages6to12Level36:35-7:05p.m. Ages6to12Level4Rec $36 Basic $45 Non$49
Session 10F: Registration ends Oct. 15Oct.18,25,Nov.1,8,15,225-5:30p.m. Ages4and5Level15:30-6p.m. Ages4and5Level2Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 10G: Registration ends Oct. 18Oct.21,23,25,28,30,Nov.18:15-8:45a.m. Ages4and5Level18:45-9:15a.m. Ages4and5Level29:15-9:45a.m. Ages4and5Level3Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 11A: Registration ends Oct. 28Nov.2,9,1911-11:30a.m. Ages4and5,Levels1to3Rec $17 Basic $23 Non $29
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adult learn to lap lessonsThisisforanyadultwhoiscomfortableinthewater.Thisclasswillfocusonbuildingendurancetocompleteswimmingthefulllengthof
the25meterpool,improvingthefrontcrawl(freestyle)andthebackstroke,learninghowtodoopenturnsandflipturnsatthewall,andimprovingyourabilitytobreatherhythmically.Thiswillhelppeoplepreparethemselvestoswimlapsasaformoffitness.
Session 11B: Registrations ends Nov. 2Nov.4,6,11,13,18,204:30-5p.m.Ages6to12Level15-5:30p.m.Ages6to12Level25:30-6p.m.Ages6to12Level36-6:30p.m.Ages6to12Level4Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 11C: Registration ends Nov. 1Nov.4,6,8,11,13,158:15-8:45a.m. Ages4and5Level18:45-9:15a.m. Ages4and5Level29:15-9:45a.m. Ages4and5Level3Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
Session 11D: Registration ends Nov. 15Nov.18,20,22,25,27,298:15-8:45a.m. Ages4and5Level18:45-9:15a.m. Ages4and5Level29:15-9:45a.m. Ages4and5Level3Rec $36 Basic $45 Non $49
parent child swim lessonsBabiesmustbeatleast6monthsoldandaccompaniedbyanadult.Thepurposeoftheclassistohelpthechildgetcomfortableinthe
water.Theparentwillbetaughtwatersafetyskillsandhowtoencouragedifferentmotorskillsintheirchild.Thisistostarttheprocessofintroducingswimmingsafely.Group 1 6monthsto23months Group 224to47months
Session 9: Registration ends Sept. 10Sept.10,12,17,198to8:30a.m. 6to23monthsand2to3yearsRec$20 Basic$26 Non$32
Session 10: Registration ends Oct. 2Oct.5,12,1910to10:30a.m. 6to23months10:30to11a.m. 2to3yearsRec$20 Basic$26 Non$32
Session 10A: Registration ends Sept. 28Oct.1,3,8,108to8:30a.m. 6to23monthsand2to3yearsRec$20 Basic$26 Non$32
Session 10B: Registration ends Oct. 12Oct.15,17,22,248to8:30a.m. 6to23monthsand2to3yearsRec$20 Basic$26 Non$32
Session 11: Registration ends Oct. 28Nov.2,9,1610to10:30a.m. 6to23months10:30to11a.m. 2to3yearsRec$20 Basic$26 Non$32
Session 11A: Registration ends Nov. 2Nov.5,7,12,148to8:30a.m. 6to23monthsand2to3yearsRec$20 Basic$26 Non$32
Session 9A: Registration ends Sept. 7Sept.10,12,17,19,24,26 1to2p.m.Rec $39 Basic $49 Non$51
Session 9B: Registration ends Sept. 13Sept.16,18,23,25,30,Oct.2 1to2p.m.Rec $39 Basic $49 Non$51
Session 10A: Registration ends Oct. 5Oct.8,10,15,17,22,24 8:45to9:45a.m. Rec $39 Basic $49 Non$51
Session 10B: Registration ends Oct. 11 Oct.14,16,21,23,28,30 1to2p.m.Rec $39 Basic $49 Non$51
Session 11: Registration ends Nov. 2Nov.5,7,12,14,19,21 8:45to9:45a.m.Rec $39 Basic $49 Non$51
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aquaticsadult swim lessonsLearntofloat,breathewhileswimming,andotherswimstrokesforfitnessoryoursafetyinwater.
Session 9: Registration ends Sept. 7Sept.10,12,17,19,24,26 10:45-11:45a.m.Rec $34 Basic $44 Non $46
Session 10: Registration ends Oct. 5Oct.8,10,15,17,22,24Rec $34 Basic $44 Non $46
Session 11: Registration ends Nov. 5Nov.5,7,12,14,19,21Rec $34 Basic $44 Non $46
Level 1: Monday to Thursday, 5:45 – 6:30 p.m.Rec $190 Basic$230 Non $245
Level 2: Monday – Thursday. 6:30– 7:45 p.m.Rec$240 Basic$280 Non $295Level 2/USA Rec$290 Basic $330 Non$345
Level 3 and High School: Monday – Thursday, 6:30– 8 p.m.Rec$290 Basic $330 Non $345Level 3/USA Rec$345 Basic$385 Non$395
Level 4: Monday-Thursday, 6 - 8 p.m.Level 4/USA Rec$450 Basic $490 Non$510
High School Swim Team swimmers (non-USA)Rec$105 Basic$145 Non$155USASwimmerspracticeswillbeheldSept.16-Feb.22,2019.USAwillpracticeonFridays5:30to6:30p.m.throughOct.11.
sharks swim teamSwim levels
Level 1Participantswhohavelittletonocompetitionswimexperience.Thislevelfocusesoncompetitivestrokesandtechniques.
Level 2Focusisapproximately50%stroketechniquesand50%endurancetraining.Swimmerswilllearnproperwaystostartandturn.
Level 3Thislevelfocusesonadvancedtechniques.Level 4Thisisforswimmerswhowantlongerandtougherwork
outs.HighSchoolSwimTeamSwimmersneworreturningthatarenotapartofourSharksUSAteamcanpracticewithLevel4.
USA Swimming Thisisforswimmerswholovecompetitionatthepre-Olympiclevel.Swimmersmustberecommendedbytheircoachtobepartofthisgrouporhavealreadybeeninthisgroupbeforethisfall.Theseswimmerswillstillpracticeduringtheirscheduledlevel,butwillattendUSAmeetsinadditiontoleaguemeets.Thereisanextra$78USAmembershipfeetobepaiddirectlytoUSASwimming.
Try-OutsSwimmersmaysetupafreetry-outwithacoachbyemailingsharkscoaches@gmail.com.Coacheswilldeterminetheswimmer’slevel
andiftheyarereadyforteam.Thisshouldtakearound20minutes.Aftertry-out,ifswimmerisreadyforSharks,theywillpay$25foratwo-weektrial,whichbeginsOct.16.Swimmersshouldbeabletoswimlengthofpoolfree,back.Andatleasthalfforbreast/fly.Coacheswillshowskillsforstartsandturns.Aswimmerdoesnotneedtobeproficientintheseskills,justhaveageneralknowledgeofthem.
Swim Team PracticePracticebeginsOct.14andendsFeb.22,2020.WewillhavefiveorsixdualmeetsbeginninginlateNovemberandchampionshipsinlate
Feburary.RegistrationmustbepaidinfullorbyEFTformonthlypaymentspriortothechild’sfirstdayofswimpractice.Onlineregistrationisalsoavailableforfamiliespayinginfull.ForfamiliespayingmonthlyviaEFT,registrationmustbedoneinpersonatourfrontdesk.
Level4andUSAswimmersmustberegisteredbySept.17oralatefeewillbecharged.Allotherreturningswimmersmustberegisteredbytheirchild’sfirstdayofpractice.Allswimmersmustcompeteinallleagueswimmeets.Allparentsmustprovideclearancesandvolunteertohelprunthehomemeets.
Focus FridaysOnFridaysfrom5:30-6:30p.m.,agroupofswimmerswillbeinvitedtoattendsmallerclinic/practices.Atthispractice,focuswillbeona
specificstrokeortechnique/drill.Parentswillbeemailedaboutspecificschedule.Pleaseemailsharkcoaches@gmail.comtobeaddedtoourWinter19/20emaillist.
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tics Our25meter swimming isavailable foranygroupor individual to rent. Theswimmingpool isavailable forprivate rentalson the
followingdaysandtimes:SaturdaysandSundaysfrom1:30to6p.m.Allrentalsoftheswimmingpoolincludeaminimumoftwolifeguards.Youcandoasharedrentalduringopenswimtimeinwhichhalf
thepoolisusedandstillsharedwithourmembers.Thisisonlyanoptionforgroupswithlessthan25people.Thisoptionisavailableonalldays.
Rentingtheswimmingpooldoesnotincludetheuseofour12personwhirlpool.Childrenundertheageof12mustbeaccompaniedbyanadult.Allgroupslargerthan10peoplemustrentthepool.
Shared rental fee $80formaxtimeof1.5hoursPrivate rental fee $175formaxtimeof1.5hours
pool rental
personal water fitness trainerThis is foranyadultwhowould likeone-on-onewaterfitness training. This is great foranyonecomingoutof therapy. This isby
appointmentonly.AllparticipantswhoareinterestedcanemailCoraRhoadsatcrhoads@ywcagettysburg.orgorcall717-334-9171,ext.129foranappointmentwithawaterfitnesstrainer.Amedicalreleaseformisrequiredofallparticipants.Areleasecanbeemailedormailedtoanyoneinterested.Ourwaterfitnesstrainer,LindaDenniston,comeswithmorethan15yearsoffitnesstrainingandiscertifiedthroughtheUnitedStatesWaterFitnessAssociationandAerobicsandFitnessAssociationofAmerica.Rec$40/hour Basic$60/hour
One-on-one30-minuteswimlessonwithanAmericanRedCrossswiminstructor.Ourinstructorsaretrainedtoworkwithpeopleofdifferentcapabilitiesandallages.CalltheAquaticsDirectorat717-334-9171,[email protected]
Rec $24 Basic $36 Non $46
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aquaticswater fitness classes
Liquid Assets with KellieThisclassisforactiveandhealthyadultswhowantamedium-
tohigh-intensityworkoutthatincludesmuscletoningandaerobicexercises.Theworkoutusestheshallowanddeependsofthepool.Saturdays 9 – 10 a.m.
Swing N’ Sway with MaryA low- to medium-intensity workout for senior adults that
includesstretchingandmusclestrengthening.Theclassisheldintheshallowanddeependsofthepool.Mondays and Wednesdays 10 – 11 a.m.
Water Walking with LindaA low- to medium-intensity workout for senior adults that
includesstretching,cardio,andmusclestrengtheningwhilemovingthroughthewater.Theclassisheldintheshallowendofthepool.Tuesdays and Thursday 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Gentle Water Yoga with MaryA low- to medium-intensity workout for senior adults that
includesstretchingandmusclestrengthening.Theclassisheldintheshallowendofthepool.Mondays and Wednesdays 11 - 11:30 a.m.
Power House Workout with LindaA 25-minute, high-intensity workout in the shallow end of the
pool only. This workout will focus on strengthening upper andlowermuscles,increasingbalance,andtoningcoremuscles.Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 12:30-1p.m.
aquatoneToneallofyourmajormusclegroupswiththisfunshallowwater
workoutsettomusicattheindoorpool.Aneasytomediumintensityworkout. Aqua Tone will tone all majormuscle groups, increasecardioendurance,and improveyour strengthandflexibility.Thisisaneasytomediumworkout.The instructor is intheprocessofearninghercertification.Tuesdays and Thursdays 11a.m.tonoon
Hydro Power HourThisisforactiveandhealthyadultswhowantamediumtohigh
intensity workout for muscle toning with aerobic exercises. Theworkoutwilltakeplaceintheshallowanddeependsofthepool.Theexerciseroutineissettomusic,andallexerciseequipmentwillbeprovided.ThisclassistaughtbyacertifiedUnitedStatesWaterFitnessAssociationinstructor.Tuesdays with Lori 8-8:55p.m.Thursdays with Brittany 8-8:55p.m.
Liquid Fit with KellieThisisforactiveandhealthyadultswhowantamediumtohigh
intensityworkout formuscle toningwith aerobic exercises. Theworkoutwilltakeplaceintheshallowanddeependsofthepool.Theexerciseroutineissettomusic,andallexerciseequipmentwillbeprovided.ThisclassistaughtbyacertifiedUnitedStatesWaterFitnessAssociationinstructor.Wednesdays 5-6p.m.Saturdays 9to10a.m.
AquaTone I with SallyToneall yourmajormusclegroupswith this funshallowwater
workoutset tomusicat the indoorpool.AquaTonewill toneallmajormusclegroups,increasecardioenduranceandimproveyourstrength and flexibility. This is an easy tomediumworkout. Theinstructorisinprocessofearninghercertification.Fridays 10 - 11 a.m.
Masters Swimming with CarolThisisforadultswhowouldliketoswimlapsasaworkout. Thiscanalsohelpprepare tri-athletes,oranyonecross training. Thisisalsoopentoadultswhowouldliketotraintocompeteinswimmeets.ThisistaughtbyacertifiedUSMastersSwimmingCoach.Tuesdays and Thursdays (outdoor pool) 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Deep Aquatics Fitness Training with LindaAmediumtohigh levelworkout indeepwater foradultsofall
agesandabilitylevels.Emphasisisonimprovingtotalfitnessgoalswhich includes cardio, easy range-of-motion for joints, simplestretching,strengtheningandbalance.Therewillbeacardioandstrengthassessmentatthebeginningandendofthesession.Thisis taught by an instructor certified by the Arthritis Foundation,theUnitedStatesWaterFitnessAssociationandholdsapersonalfitnesstrainercertification.Registeronlineorattheservicedesk.Session 9: Sept. 3 - Oct. 8TuesdaysandThursdays 9:40–10:40a.m.Rec$8.50 Basic$16.50 Non$21
Session 10: Oct. 15 - Nov. 14 TuesdaysandThursdays 9:40–10:40a.m.Rec$8.50 Basic$16.50 Non$21
Dynamic Shallow Water Training with LindaAmediumtohigh-intensityworkoutinshallowwaterforadults
ofallagesandability levels. This isaclass forpeoplewhowantto improve their cardio, strength, flexibility, and balance. Therewillbeacardioandstrengthassessmentatthebeginningandendof thesession. This is taughtbyan instructorwho iscertifiedbytheUnitedStatesWaterFitnessAssociationandholdsapersonalfitnesstrainercertification.Registeronlineorattheservicedesk.Classislimitedto18people.Session 8: Aug. 26 - Sept. 30 Mondays,WednesdaysandFridays 11:30–12:30p.m.Rec $10 Basic$20 Non$25Session 9: Oct. 14 - Nov. 15Mondays,WednesdaysandFridays 11:30–12:30p.m.Rec $10 Basic$20 Non$25
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smassage therapy
Ourcertifiedmassage therapistoffers therapeutic tableandchairmassages.PleasecalltheServiceDesktoscheduleamassage.
therapeutic massage30 min 45 min 60 min 75 min 90 min
Rec $40 $50 $55 $65 $70Basic $45 $60 $65 $75 $85Non $55 $65 $75 $85 $95 Nicol Norris
personal trainingone-on-one training
Our certified personal trainers help clientsmeet their goals and achieve maximumpotential.Toscheduleanappointment,callext.145.Recpassmembershiprequired.30-minute $2060-minute$35
individual workout planA certified personal trainer will develop an
individual plan specific to your needs. Yourpersonalizedplanwillberecordedonaworkoutsheet, and you decide how long to follow theplanbeforemeetingwiththetrainer foranewplan.
One-hour session $25
Ben JonesHoward Dorsey Jennifer King John MarconiMitchell Hoffman
recreational sportsracquetball
Afun,fast-pacedgameplayedonourindoorcourt.Courtscanbereserveduptooneweekinadvance.RecFree Basic and non members pay day pass fee
wallyballPlayan“offthewall”versionofvolleyballinaracquetballcourt.
Scoringandplayaresimilar,butballsmaybehitoffofthesidewallsandover thenet.Court reservationsare recommended.Becausethisisnotapaidrental,YWrecpassholdersarepermittedtojoinanygroup.Rec Free Basic and non-members pay day pass fee
noontime basketballAn active, co-ed pickup game of basketball for adults. Players
rotateforfairplay.Tuesdays and Thursday, noonto1p.m.RecFree Basic $2.50 Non$5
recreational volleyballIfyouarearecpassholderandhaveagroupofpeoplewhowould
liketoplayvolleyball,giveusacallandreserveatimetoplay.Sincethisisnotapaidrental,allYWrecpassholdersareinvitedtojoinanygroups.Ifyouwouldliketorenthalfofthegymforyourgroup,youmustpayarentalfeeandscheduletheareaaheadoftime.Rec Free Basic and non-members pay day pass fee
pickleballPickleballisplayedonabadminton-stylecourtwiththenetloweredto 34 inches at the center. Thegame is playedwith aperforatedplasticballandwoodorcompositepaddles.Itiseasyforbeginnerstolearnbutcandevelopintoacompetitivesportforexperiencedplayers.Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays 2to4p.m.RecFree Basic $2.50 Non$5
chair yogaChairyogaisagentleclassthatenablespeoplewhocannotlieonthefloortoenjoythebenefitsofyoga.Alltheposesareadapted
tobedoneseatedorstandingwiththesupportofachairasneeded.Theclasspromotesflexibility,strength,balance,andrelaxation.Mondays 10:20-11:20a.m. Fridays 1-2p.m.RecFree Basic $20/monthperclass Non$36/monthperclass
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group exercise classesAdvanced body sculpting - Intensemuscleconditioningfocusingonbothupperandlowermusclegroups,includingabdominals.Barre - Barre classes are a fusion of ballet, Pilates, yoga andstrengthtraining.Bootcamp — Bootcampmixes traditional calisthenics and bodyweightexerciseswithintervalandstrengthtraining.Thismilitary-style class includes jumping rope, sprinting and interval trainingandinvolvesburstsofhigh-intensityworktopushyoutoyourlimit!Fit, fun and fifty—Atotalexerciseclassforseniorsincorporatingcardio,toningandflexibility.Fit yoga —DiscoverthebenefitsofHathaYoga.Allagesandfitnesslevels are welcome. Yoga will increase your flexibility, tone yourmuscles,andhelptoreconnectyourmind,bodyandspirit.Gentle/beginner yoga—Gentleyogadesignedforallages.High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)—Ahead-to-toeworkoutthatwillleaveyouandyourmusclesexhausted.Intermediate yoga—Designedtotakestudentstotheintermediatelevel. More advanced postures and sequences are introduced,requiringabitmorestrength,staminaandflexibility,balanceandagility.Kids bootcamp —Bootcamp classes for kids ages 10 and older.Includesage-appropriateexercisesthatwillhelpyourchildincreasestrength,endurance,corestability,power,flexibility,balanceandagility.Pilates —AnintroductiontoPilatesmatworkthroughaseriesoffloorexercisesdesigned topromotecorestrength,flexibility,andgoodpostureandimprovebodyawareness.Power hour—Onehourofweightliftingthatwilltoneyourwholebody.Raising the bar — An energy-packed class that involves circuittraining, strength conditioning, high intensity interval training,plyometrics,bodyweight/gravityexercisesandmore!Theobjectiveofthisclassistophysicallygeteverythingoutofyouthatwecanwhilehavingfun.Wewillhelpyouraisethebarforyourself!
R.I.P.P.E.D - R.I.P.P.E.D. combines Resistance, Interval, Power,Plyometrics,Endurance,coreandDietprogram.Designedtohelpeverybodymeet theirultimatefitnessgoals ina super fungroupexerciseenvironment.SilverSneakers Classic —Havefunandmovetothemusicthroughavarietyofexercisesdesignedtoincreasemuscularstrength,rangeof movement and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights,elastic tubingwith handles and a SilverSneakers ball are offeredforresistance.Chairsareavailableifneededforseatedorstandingsupport.SilverSneakers Circuit —Combinefunwithfitnesstoincreaseyourcardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standingcircuitworkout.Upper-bodystrengthworkwithhand-heldweights,elastictubingwithhandlesandaSilverSneakersballarealternatedwithlow-impactaerobicchoreography.Achairisusedforstandingsupport,stretchingandrelaxationexercises.Spin, Tabata, and Yoga (STaY)—Tiredofthesameoldworkouts?Trymixingitupwith20minutesofspin,20minutesoftabata,and20minutesofyoga.Zumba —Fusionof Latin and internationalmusic that creates adynamic,excitingandeffectivefitnessclass.Zumba Gold — This class introduces easy-to-follow Zumbachoreography that focuses on balance, range of motion andcoordination.Zumba Strong — STRONG by Zumba is a high-intensity intervaltrainingworkout.Thisclasswillpushyoupastyourlimitstohelpyou reachyourfitnessgoals faster.Usingyourownbodyweight,youwillgainmuscularendurance,tone,anddefinition,andyouwillexperienceanincreasedafterburn.Zumba Toning — For those who want to party, but put extraemphasis on toning and sculpting to define thosemuscles! ThechallengeofaddingresistancebyusingZumbaToningSticks(lightweights)helpsyoufocusonspecificmusclegroupssoyouandyourmusclesstayengaged!Zumba for Kids —Kidsage6-12arewelcome!
sports and fitness
Class schedules available at the service desk or ywcagettysburg.org.
cycle classesEnjoythesupportofagroupfitnesssettingasaninstructorcallsthespeedandintensityoftheworkoutwhilethebeatofmusicmotivates
you!Classesareledbyaninstructor,butyoucandeterminewhetheryouwanttostepitupanotchortakeitalittleeasier–yousetyourownride!Cycleclassesschedulesareavailableattheservicedeskorywcagettysburg.org.
Participantsshouldarriveforclass10minutesbeforethescheduledclasstimetomakenecessaryadjustmentstothebike.Participantsshouldbringatowelandafullwaterbottle.Allbikesareequippedwithtoe-clipsandSPDpedals.Classesareopentorecpassmembersages16yearsandolder.Teensages13-15mayparticipateiftheyhavecompletedthebasictrainingclass.RecFree BasicPurchasedaypass NonPurchasedaypass
tae kwon doStudents learnkicks,blocksandstrikesof traditionalChungDoKwanTaeKwonDo.Thisstyleofkarate is taughtprimarilyasself-
defense,butstudentsalsogainphysicalfitness,increasedawarenessandself-assuranceinanon-competitveenvironment.InstructorisPeteGolden,6thDan.Wednesdays
6:30-7:15p.m.Introtokicksandblocksfor7to11yearolds7:30to8:30p.m.12yearsandup
Fridays 7-8:30p.m. 12yearsandup
Rec$20/month Basic $25/month Non$30/month ($5discountforsecondchild)
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TheEncoreBreastCancerSupportGroupbringstogetherpeoplewhoaredealing,orhavedealt,
withbreastcancerandoffersavarietyofprogrammingreflectingtheneedsofthemembers.
TheEncoreBreastCancerAwareness5KRun/Walkbringstogetheranentirecommunitywhosupportthisgreatgroupandtheircauseinhelpingothers
withabreastcancerdiagnosis.
Hand-crafted items made by Cumberland Valley Woodturners Club
will be awarded to age group winners.
Saturday, Oct. 12, 8 a.m. YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County, 909 Fairfield Road, Gettysburg
Name ____________________________________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________ City _____________________________ State ____ Zip________
Phone __________________________Email ________________________________________
Birthday___/___/______Age on Race Day ________
T-shirt size (circle) Small MediumLarge XL XXL(add$5forXXL)
Breast Cancer Awareness 5K
_________$25EncoreBreastCancerAwareness5K,Oct.8(TT#196)_________DonationtoEncoreBreastCancerAwareness/SupportGroup(TT#78)_________Total(MakecheckspayabletoYWCAGettysburg&AdamsCounty.)Waiver:Inconsiderationoftheacceptanceofthisentry,Iwaiveformyself,myheirs,andassigns,allclaimsfordamageswhichImighthaveagainsttherace,itssponsors,oranyotherorganization,business,or
individualasaresultofanyandallinjurieswhichmightbereceivedduringtherace.Ialsoreleaseanyphotosthatmayinvolvemyself.Ialsoreleasemynametobepostedintheofficialraceresults.
SignatureRequired(Parentmustsignifrunnerisunder18) Date
Mailapplicationto:EncoreBreastCancerAwareness5K,YWCAGettysburg&AdamsCounty,909FairfieldRoad,Gettysburg,PA17325.ApplicationswillalsobeacceptedattheYWServiceDesk.Runnerscanalsoregisteronline
throughactive.com.ApplicationsmustbesubmittedbySept.20tobeguaranteedaT-shirt.
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Frank Daire and Julie LawsonCathy Kamsler and John Wagner
Linda Neiswender and Fabio CarellaRachel Smith and Danijel Lolic
Denice Staub and David SalisburyFrank Hancock and Melody Lang
This fun event pairs a local celebrity with a professional choreographer!
The pairs practice for months and show off their skills at an event to benefit the YW and Adams County Arts Council.
7 p.m. January 17, 2020
Gettysburg College Majestic TheaterTickets available at www.gettysburgmajestic.org, at the theater box office or by calling 717-337-8200.
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13.1 on the historic Gettysburg National Military Park
BeginsandendsatGettysburgNationalMilitaryParkVisitorCenter.PassesPennsylvaniaMonument,SachsCoveredBridge,Devil’sDen,SteinwehrAvenue,Eternal
LightPeaceMemorialandmore.
RegistrationSearch“GettysburgBattlefieldHalfMarathon”onActive.com
VolunteersDozensofvolunteersareneeded!Completetheformatgettysburgbattlefieldmarathon.comoremailahayes@ywcagettysburg.organdsomeonewillbeintouch.
Packet pick-upSaturday,Nov.2from8a.m.to5p.m.atGettysburgNationalMilitaryParkVisitorCenter,1195BaltimorePike,Gettysburg.
For more information, visit ywcagetysburg.orgor contact Alex at [email protected],
717-334-9171, ext. 116
Nov. 3, 2019
Gettysburg Battlefield Half Marathon
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28th Annual Adams County Heritage Festival
September 15, 2019 Noon to 4 p.m.
Gettysburg Area Rec Park, Long Lane, Gettysburg
A celebration of music, food, and crafts reflecting themulticultural atmosphere of Adams County, Pennsylvania.
Food A variety of delicious foods representing
different cultural traditions are offeredfor sale by community members,church groups, restaurateurs, and localorganizations.
Music Family-oriented entertainment includes
music, dance, and a children’s play.This year’s musical lineup will includeperformancesbyTheRoving’BogHoppers(Irish), Klinger McFry (Cajun/roots), andRebolu(Afro-Colombian).
Vendors Throughouttheafternoon,craftvendors,
demonstrators, and local non-profitorganizations will have display booths ontheparkgrounds.Anominalfeeischargedto all vendors and non-profit groupswhoexhibitattheFestival.Attendanceisestimatedat1,200-1,300.
Free admission, free parking, great fun!
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2019 hallmark sponsors
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mem
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Youth(under 13)
Junior(13-17)1
Young Adult(18-24)2
Adult(25-59) Family3
Single Parent Family4
Senior(60+)
Senior Couple5
Joining Fee5 $25 $25 $25 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50Annual $306 $330 $359 $468 $696 $582 $376 $5826-month $163 $176 $188 $249 $375 $313 $202 $3133-month $88 $93 $101 $132 $199 $166 $107 $166One month $34 $36 $39 $49 $73 $62 $41 $62Monthly rate w/bank draft
$31 $33 $36 $44 $66 $57 $38 $57
rec pass fees
1Junior memberships-availabletothose13-17yearsoldorhighschoolstudents2Young Adult —Ages18-24,joinerfeemaybewaivedwithproofofcollegeenrollment3Family memberships -Afamilyisdefinedastwoadultslivingtogetherasacouple,andtheirchildren,functioningasasinglefamily.Childrenaredefinedas
minorchildorchildrenunder24whostillliveathome.Inaddition:(a)non-custodialparentsmayincludetheirchildrenintheirfamilymembership(b)custodialgrandparentsmayincludetheirgrandchildrenonafamilymembership(c)Relativeswholiveinthesamehouseholdandaredependent(asdefinedbyIRS)maybeincludedinafamilymembership(d)Physicallyormentallyhandicappedadultchildrenlivingwithorbeingcaredforbytheirparentsorpersons(asdefinedabove)actingasparentsmayalsobeincludedbythatperson(s)onaregularfamilymembership
4Single Parent Family—definedassingle-incomefamilywithchildren,headedbyaparentwhoiswidowedordivorcedandnotmarried,orbyaparentwhohasnevermarried.Childrenareeligibleasdefinedinfamilydefinition
5Senior Couple—definedastwoadultslivingasacouplewithoneofthepersonsbeing60orolder.5Joining fee —aonetimefeeunlessarecpasslapses60daysormore.Snowbird policy—Joiningfeemaybewaivedforsnowbirdmemberswholivehalfoftheyearelsewhere,contactourMembershipDirectoratext.120toupdate
youraccountActive members of the military and veterans receive20percentoffofmemberships,excludingYoungAdultPlease note: Membershipsmaybeputonholdformedicalreasons.Adoctor’snotemustbeprovidedwithdatesofcare.
All sales are final. Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable. See ywcagettysburg.org or membership guide for policies.
guest feeThosewhodonothaveaYWCArecpassarewelcometopurchaseaguestpass,whichgivesyouaccesstothepool,racquetballcourt,
gymnasium,fitnesscenter,circuitroomandallclasses.Day pass for adults 16 and older $8 Day pass for children 5 to 15 $5 Day pass for children under 5 FreeWeekly pass$255 visits within 30 days $30
financial aidTheYWCAFinancialAidFundwasestablishedin1981,whentheYWCAmovedfromitshomeonLincolnSquaretoitscurrentlocationon
FairfieldRoad.ItwasoriginallyknownastheSponsorsFund.Thefundprovidesassistancetoindividualsandfamilies,enablingthemtoaccessYWCAfacilitiesandprograms,includingourfitness
center,pool,fitnessclasses,children’sprograms,etc.Applicationprocess;assistanceisawardedonaslidingscalebasedonfamilysizeandincome.Assistancerangesfrom20percentto95
percent.•Themajorityofthepeoplewhoqualifyforassistancearesinglemotherswithchildren,andmostoftheseapplicantsqualifyfora95
percentdiscountontheirmembershipandprogramfees.•Seniorsusetheprogramtostayhealthyandmobile.•Adultswithdebilitatingconditions,arthritis,fibromyalgia,etc.,usethepoolandwhirlpooltohelpmanagetheirconditions.•Adultsandchildrencanstayactive,physicallyhealthy,andbuildsocialskills.•Applicationswillbereviewedevery6weeks.Ifapproved,therecipientwillbenotifiedbymail.•ApplicationscanbepickedupattheYWCAfrontdeskorywcagettysburg.org.
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basic membership fees
Youth(under 13)
Junior (13 - 17)
Young Adult(18 - 24)
Adult(25-59)
Family Single Parent Family
Senior (60+)
Senior Couple
Annual $30 $40 $40 $40 $110 $60 $30 $60
basic membership benefitsFirst-tier discounts
Youthandadultprograms,massage
Does not give access to the pool or fitness facilities unless you pay to participate in a class or purchase a rec pass
Y Wee CareBabysitting is available for children ages 6 weeks to 8 years
while their parents are using the facility. Reservations are highlyrecommended.Ifyouhaveareservationandyourchildisnotabletoattend,pleasecallusassoonaspossible.
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to noon Oneinfant,maxof8childrenMonday - Thursday 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oneinfant,maxof8children
Rec and GuestsFree!
member policiesAccess
Anindividualmembershipisforthepurchaseronlyanddoesnotallowaccess foranyoneelse.Violationof this isa theftofserviceandmayresultinthemembershipbeingforfeited.AYWCArecpassmembership or day pass is required for access to the swimmingpool,whirlpool,gymnasium,racquetballcourtsandfitnesscenter.Allmembersmustbringtheircardsandswipeattheturnstileeachvisit. If you forget your card, a desk staffmemberwill allow youaccessthreetimesperquarter.Afterthethirdoccurrence,youwillneedtopurchaseanewcardfor$5togainaccess.Trackingmemberusageisanimportantevaluationtoolforalldepartments.
Children under 12 years of age not permitted in building without an adult.
PoolWewelcomeallagesofmembersaswellascommunitygueststo
ourpool.Childrenundertheageof12mustbeaccompaniedatalltimesbyanadultaged18orolder.Acompletelistofpoolrulesisavailableinthepoolarea.Infantsandtoddlersmustwearaswimdiaper;diaperscanbepurchasedattheServiceDesk.Participantsmust shower before entering the pool. Users’ good hygiene isessentialtothemaintenanceandsanitationofthepool.Pleaseusegoodjudgmentinchoosingyourswimwear.
Membership behavior policy TheYWCAwelcomes individualsandfamiliesregardlessofage,
race,religion,gender,abilityoreconomiclevel.Ifyouhavespecialrequirementsandneedassistance,pleasecallourServiceDeskat717-334-9171.
The YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County (YWCA) reservesthe right to deny access ormembership to any personwho is aregistered sex offender pursuant to the Sexual Registration andNotificationAct (Megan’s Law) provisions of Pennsylvania or anyother jurisdiction. The YWCA further reserves the right to denyaccess ormembership to anypersonwhohasbeen convictedofanoffense involvingsexualabuse,domesticviolenceorabuseorendangermentofachild.
TheYWCAreservestherighttodenyaccesstoorexpelfromthepremises any individualwho is under the influenceof alcohol orcontrolledsubstances.TheYWCAfurtherreservestherighttodenyaccess or expel from the premises any individual who acts in ahostileorthreateningmannertoYWCAstaff,membersorguests,orwhoengagesindisruptiveordisorderlyconductonYWCApremises.
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child careyw child care - year-round enrollment!
Infant/Young Toddler (Main YW and Commerce Center)Teachers provide warm, nurturing care in a safe learning
environment designed to promote each child’s development.Providingdevelopmentally-appropriatematerialsfoundintherealworld,teacherscreatelessonplansusingtheCreativeCurriculum,which supports thePennsylvaniaEarly LearningStandards. Eachchild is assigned a primary caregiver who attends to his or herindividualneedsandinteractswithparents.
Infants $197.60/weekYoung toddler $190.60
Older Toddler (Main YW and Commerce Center)Through developmentally-appropriate activities based on
the Creative Curriculum and the Pennsylvania Early LearningStandards,toddlersenjoylargeandsmallgroupactivitiesincludingsongs,fingerplaysandindoorandoutdoorrecreationalactivities.Classrooms are designed to promote each child’s creativity andindependence by allowing them to make choices in learningcentersthroughouttheday.Breakfast,lunchandafternoonsnackareprovidedinafamily-stylesettingwherechildrenlearntomakehealthychoices.
Fee $184.60/week
Preschool (Main YW and Commerce Center) Teachers utilize Creative Curriculum and Pennsylvania Early
LearningStandardstocreatemeaningfullearningexperiencesinanurturingand stimulatingenvironment.Childrenare encouragedto learn through play by exploring, asking questions, makingchoices,usingtheirsenses,problemsolving,andexpressingtheirfeelings. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are provided in afamily-stylesettingwherechildrenlearntosetthetableandmakehealthychoices.Weekly swimmingopportunitiesareavailableattheMainYW.
Fee $176.60/week
Clubhouse (Main YW, Commerce Center, Fairfield Elementary School)
TheYWCAClubhouseprogramprovidescare forchildrenage5totheir12thbirthday.ClubhousebeginsonthefirstdayofschoolandendsontheFridayofthelastweekofschoolintheGettysburgArea SchoolDistrict.Weprovide all-day care duringmost schoolholidays and teacher in-service days. This program provides avarietyofactivitiesandexperiences forchildrenattendingpublicorprivateschools,includingquiethomeworktime,games,physicalrecreation, swimming (Main YWCA building only) and theme-relatedactivities.
Before school $49.60/weekAfter school$88.60/weekBefore and after school $106.60/week
Ourfacilitiesoffercareforchildrenages6weeksto12yearsincludinginfant,toddler,preschoolandschool-ageclassroomswithageappropriateoutdoorplayequipment.School-agechildrenhaveyear-roundcareattheYWMainBuildingandAdamsCommerceCenter.Breakfast,snacksandfamily-stylelunchesareincludedinfull-daychildcareprograms.
YWCA Main Building909FairfieldRoad,GettysburgAges6weeks-12yearsMonday-Friday,6:30a.m.-6p.m.
Child Enrichment Program at Adams Commerce Center50ExpeditionTrail,GettysburgAges6weeks-12yearsMonday-Friday,6:30a.m.-6p.m.
Fairfield Elementary School4842FairfieldRoad,FairfieldAges5-12yearsMondaytoFriday,6:30a.m.toschoolstart;endofschoolto6p.m.
909FairfieldRoadGettysburg,PA17325ywcagettysburg.org717-334-9171
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Commit and save!Sign up for an electronic funds transfer for membership fees,
we will waive 100% of the joiner fee!
Purchase a 6 or 12 month membership, save 50% of joiner fee!YW REC PASS INCLUDES UNLIMITED ACCESS TO:
pool•whirlpool•aquaticfitnessclassesracquetballcourts•gymnasium
groupexerciseclassesindoorcycleclasses•fitnesscenter
PLUS! Beginning Sept. 1, we will watch your child for FREE so you can workout (see page 18).