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YMCA Youth programs promote the positive development of young people through activities and experiences that address the developmental assets that all youth need to obtain: social, emotional, physical, and cognitive competencies. Whether in youth sports or one of the many other programs, the YMCA is here to provide an environment where area youth can feel safe, have fun and build trusting relationships.
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Kung Fu Kids
Instructor: Si Fu Craig Taylor, 2nd degree black belt
This martial arts form for children will increase physical fitness, team building skills and mental concentration. Children will also work on understanding respect and taking responsibility for themselves.
Ages 5-8: Tuesday 6:45-7:15pm
Ages 9-12: Tuesday 7:15-7:45pm
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Youth Tae Kwon Do (Ages 6-10)
Rufilo Lawrance, 2nd degree black belt, National Gold Medalist
An introduction to Tae Kwon Do and development of basic skills. Learn self-discipline, integrity and respect.
Thursday; 6:15-7:00pm
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Tumble/Nastics
Instructor: Julie-Rose Jarrett
Youth in the beginner and intermediate class will learn the fundamentals of stunts and tumbling and lead-up skills consisting of cartwheels, handstands, leaps, forward and backward rolls, and balance beam work. Participants in the older class will learn more advanced moves and floor routines.
Ages 4-6: Thursday 3:45-4:30pm
Ages 7-9: Thursday 4:30-5:15pm
Over 7 (Advanced): Tuesday 4:00-4:45pm
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Swim & Gym (Ages 3.5-7)
This movement class emphasizes motor skill development and fitness through fun physical activity. The gym portion is followed by a 30 minute swim lesson.
Friday; Gym: 9:30-10:15am; Swim: 10:30-11:00am
Fee: Members: $35 Non-member: $120
Music and Movement (18mos. - 3years)
Becky Tanguay
Participants will learn songs and activities that encourage development. Children will sing, dance and use musical instruments provided by the instructor. The toddler class is an interactive experience for parent & children. Limited to 10 children
Wednesday; 10:15-11:00am
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Preschool Dance (Ages 3-5)
Julie Rose Jarrett
This exciting class introduces preschoolers to dance & rhythmical movements.
Saturday; 8:30-9:15am
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Youth Dance (Ages 6-10)
Julie Rose Jarrett
Children learn the basic dance techniques of ballet and tap combining rhythm, coordination, timing and style with choreographed routines.
Saturday; 9:15-10:00am
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Youth Fitness (Ages 7-10)
Structured class using games/activities to promote fitness, improve strength, endurance and self-esteem. FREE drop-in
Tuesday; 4:30-5:30pm
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Young Explorers (Ages 4-8)
Paula Dyer
This is a hands-on class focusing on early childhood math and science experiences. The children will study topics such as mixing colors, the 5 senses, bubbles, magnets and ice and water. Activities will include patterning, matching, making graphs and lots of fun and messy experiments. It is recommended participants wear play clothes or a smock.
Tuesday; 9:30-10:15am
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Tales & Creations (Ages 3-5)
Debbie Theobald
Following the reading of a book, children will participate in an activity inspired by the story (craft, song or game).
Wednesday; 9:30-10:15am
Thursday; 9:30-10:15am
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Three Little Pigs Puppetry (Ages 6-10)
Jane Garnsey
Children will create their own character puppets and design and make props using various materials and prepare for a family puppet show.
Thursday; 3:30-5:00pm
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
Imagination and Movement (Ages 2-3)
Creative movement, imagination and developmental, structured activities allow preschool children to gain awareness of their bodies in motion while exploring language concepts and listening skills. Parent participation required.
Thursday; 9:00-9:45 am
Fee: Member: $23 Non-member: $90
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