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Adult Learn to Swim
For adults with little to no swim experience who would like to learn the basics of swimming and water safety. Bring a friend and be brave together. You can do it! Taught in an easy going autmosphere that lets you progress at your own rate.
Class Information
Age Group:
Adults (18 & Over)
Program Cost:
Members: FREE
Non-Members: $43
Schedule:
Please contact the YMCA for more information
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Adult Swim Training
Designed to help improve speed, stroke technique and conditioning, this class will include perfecting your current strokes, learning new ones, training techniques, lap swim courtesies, and use of equipments. This class will be hled during scheduled lap swim times.
Class Information
Age Group:
Program Cost:
Cost: Members: $15 per month
Schedule:
Dates, Days and Time: These are TBA
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
Blended Learning Opportunity.
Prerequisites: Must be 15 years by last day (Proof of age required), tread water legs only for 2 min, swim 300 yards non-stop freestyle & breaststrokes with proper technique and timed brick retrieval & swim.
Class Information
Age Group:
Program Cost:
Pre-test: $25 non-refundable
Members: $125
Non-Members: $150
An additional $35 cost will be paid online to Red Cross when you register for the online portion.
Schedule:
June 6 - 20, 2013
Thursday, June 6th 5:00-6:00pm Pre-test
Wednesday, June 12th 5:30-8:30pm
Thursday, June 13th 5:30-8:30pm
Friday, June 14th 9:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday, June 19th 5:30-8:30pm
Thursday, June 20th 12:00-5:00pm
Friday, June 21st 12:00-5:00pm
ALL CLASSES ARE MANDATORY!
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Aqua Zumba®
Aqua ZUMBA® is a dynamic water workout unlike any other aqua aerobic clas that you've taken. Resistance training combined with fun aquatic dance moves will tone and sculpt your body while burning calories. The music and the results will keep you coming back week after week.
Class Information
Age Group:
Teen & Up (13 and over)
Program Cost:
Non-Member: $5 per class
Member: FREE
Schedule:
April; Mon & Wed; 8:30-9:30am
April; Thursday; 6:45-7:45pm
May; Mon & Wed; 8:30-9:30am
May; Thursday; 6:45-7:45pm
June; Mon & Wed; 8:30-9:30am
June; Thursday; 6:45-7:45pm
July; Mon & Wed; 8:30-9:30am
July; Thursday; 6:45-7:45pm
August; Mon & Wed; 8:30-9:30am
August; Thursday; 6:45-7:45pm
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Arthritis Water Exercise
A low-level exercise class for persons with arthritis or anyone interested in a less vigorous approach to water exercise. The program is designed to improve joint range of motion using gentle stretching and muscle toning movements. Conducted in our Big Pool the water allows muscles to relax and the buoyancy of the water assists in ease of motion. Whether you have arthritis, have had surgery, or just can't keep up with a more strenuous class, this class is for you!
Class Information
Age Group:
Program Cost:
Members: $0
Non-Members: $45
Schedule:
April; Tues & Thurs 10:00-11:00am
May; Tues & Thurs 10:00-11:00am
June; Tues & Thurs 10:00-11:00am
July; Tues & Thurs 10:00-11:00am
May; Tues & Thurs 10:00-11:00am
August; Tues & Thurs 10:00-11:00am
Class size is limited. Please make sure to register every month for the classes you wish to attend, even if you are a member and it is included in your membership.
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Arthritis Water Exercise Certification
Become an Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program Certified Leader/Instructor and teach others how to safely make physical activity part of their everyday lives.
Training Curriculum:
-Principles of aquatic exercise
-Joint protection and safety principles
-Equipment Use (supportive and resistance)
-Lesson Planning
-Group dynamics
To learn more information, please contact: Allison Brenckle (Program Director) 412-250-3343. .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Class Information
Age Group:
Program Cost:
New Certification: $125
Re-certification: $75
Materials and lunch will be provided
Schedule:
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Program: Saturday June 8, 2013
9:00am-5:00pm
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Lessons I: Water Babies
This loosely structured class is designed to help the parent help their child ages 6 months to 3 years to become comfortable in the water. The instructor will lead you through skill techniques, games, songs and free play that will prepare your child to learn to swim. You will learn about water safety and accident prevention to help protect your child. This class is held in our warm water pool for your child's comfort.
Class Information
Age Group:
Program Cost:
Family Members: $0; Youth Members: $19; Non-Members: $43
Schedule:
Water Babies:
Apr 6 - May 25 Saturday; 9:00-9:30am
Apr 8 - May 1 Mon & Wed; 10:45-11:15am
May 8 - June 5 Mon & Wed; 10:45-11:15am
June 1 - June 20 Saturday; 9:00-9:30am
June 10 - July 3 Mon & Wed 10:45-11:15am
July 8 - July 31 Mon & Wed 10:45-11:15am
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Lessons II: Pre-K
Pike and Eel:
These two levels are held at the same time but children will be taught skills according to ability. This beginning swim class is for pre-school children ages 3-5 years. Water and boating safety and water adjustment skills are taught as well as swimming with or without a flotation device. Taught in our spa pool, the shallower, warmer water encourages children to explore their aquatic environment. Class is limited to 8 students.
Ray and Starfish:
These two levels are held at the same time but children will be taught skills according to ability. Held in the large pool, these classes prepare your child for the more advanced swim lessons of Polliwog through Shark. Rotary breathing is introduced, as well as improvement of previously learned skills including floating, stroke techniques and decreased use of flotation devices. Safety is stressed, as well as introduction to acting correctly in emergency situations.
Class Information
Age Group:
Pre-Kindergarten (3 - 5 yrs.)
Program Cost:
Family Member: $0, Member: $27, Non-Member: $56
Schedule:
Pike & Eel:
Saturdays Apr 6 - May 25; 9:30-10:15am
Saturdays Apr 6 - May 25; 10:15-11:00am
Mon & Wed Apr 8 - May 1; 10:00-10:45am
Tues & Thurs Apr 9 - May 2; 4:15-5:00pm
Tues & Thurs Apr 9 - May 2; 5:00-5:45pm
Mon & Wed May 8 - June 5; 10:00-10:45am
Tues & Thurs May 9 - June 4; 4:15-5:00pm
Tues & Thurs May 9 - June 4; 5:00-5:45pm
Saturdays June 1 - July 20; 9:30-10:15am
Saturdays June 1 - July 20; 10:15-11:00am
Tues & Thurs June 6 - July 2; 4:15-5:00pm
Tues & Thurs; June 6 - July 2; 5:00-5:45pm
Mon & Wed June 10 - July 3; 10:00-10:45am
Mon & Wed; July 8 - July 31; 10:00-10:45am
Tues & Thurs July 9 - Aug 1; 4:15-5:00pm
Tues & Thurs July 9 - Aug 1; 5:00-5:45pm
Ray & Starfish:
Saturdays Apr 6 - May 25; 9:30-10:15am
Tues & Thurs Apr 9 - May 7 (Not Apr 11); 9:30-10:15am
Tuesdays Mar 12 - Apr 30; 6:45-7:30pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays; May 9 - June 4; 9:30-10:15am
Saturdays June 1 - July 20; 9:30-10:15am
Tues & Thurs; June 6 - July 2 9:30-10:15am
Tuesday; July 2 - August 6 (short session only 6 weeks); 6:45-7:30am
Tues & Thurs; July 9 - August 1; 9:30-10:15am
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Lessons III: Youth
Polliwog:
For children 6 and older with little or no previous swimming experience. Gliding, floating, face immersion, floating skills, water safety, and beginning crawl and backstroke are taught at this level.
Guppy:
Designed for children who have passed either Polliwog or Starfish. Class includes continued development of water safety, front crawl with rotary breathing, treading, floating, backstroke and deep water skills.
Minnow:
For swimmers who have passed Guppy. Instruction aimed at perfecting the front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke. Diving, treading, water safety and endurance are worked on in this class.
Fish:
For swimmers who have passed Minnow. This class introduces the breaststroke, butterfly and sidestroke. Swimmers improve endurance and work on safety/rescue skills.
Flying Fish:
For swimmers ages 6 and older have passed fish. This class introduces the breaststroke, butterfly and sidestroke. Swimmers improve endurane and also work on safety and rescue skills.
Class Information
Age Group:
Grades K through 4
Program Cost:
Family Members: $0, Youth Members: $30, Non-Members: $61 (6 week session)
Schedule:
Polliwog:
Apr 6 - May 25; Saturday; 9:30-10:15am
Apr 8 - June 3; Monday; 6:00-6:45pm
Apr 9 - May 28; Tuesday; 6:00-6:45pm
May 29 - July 17; Wednesday; 6:45 - 7:30pm
June 1 - July 20; Saturday; 9:30-10:15pm
June 4 - July 23; Tuesday; 6:00-6:45pm
June 10 - July 29; Monday; 6:00-6:45pm
Guppy:
Apr 6 - May 25; Saturday; 9:30-10:15am
May 7 - June 25; Tuesday; 6:45-7:30pm
May 29 - July 17; Wednesday; 6:45-7:30pm
June 1 - July 20; Saturday; 9:30-10:15am
June 10 - July 29; Monday; 6:00-6:45pm
July 2 - Aug 6 (short session only 6 weeks); Tuesday; 6:45-7:30pm
Minnow:
Apr 6 - May 25; Saturday; 10:15-11:00am
June 1 - July 20; Saturday; 10:15-11:00am
June 4 - July 23; Tuesday; 6:00-6:45pm
Fish:
Apr 6 - May 25; Saturday; 10:15-11:00am
Apr 8 - June 3; Monday; 6:00-6:45pm
June 1 - July 20; Saturday; 10:15-11:00am
June 4 - July 23; Tuesday; 6:00-6:45pm
Flying Fish:
Apr 6 - May 25; Saturday; 10:15-11:00am
June 1 - July 20; Saturday; 10:15-11:00am
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Private Swim Lessons
The Y offers private swim lessons for both children and adults. Learn to swim and/or improve your skills at a time set for your convenience. Call aquatics director for details or to schedule a time.
Class Information
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Cost:
Family Member: $10/half hour, Non-members: $15/half hour
Schedule:
Contact us to schedule.
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Scuba Diving
For swimmers ages 13 and older. Minors must have parent's permissin. Learn the basics of this exciting sport. Participant must bring own mask, fins and snorkel. Tanks, weight belts, etc. provided by instructor. Call Jim for details on purchasing equipment.
Class Information
Age Group:
Program Cost:
Member: $350
Non-Member: $350
Schedule:
Date: April 10 - May 22
Time: 5:30-9:00pm
Day: Wednesdays
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SilverSneakers Splash®
Class is free with Adult, Silver Sneaker® or Family Membership. A low to moderate impact water exercise class for adults. If you are over 50 years young and would like to do some fun exercise in both pools, come and give this low impact, stretching and muscle toning exercise class a try. We meet twice a week for an hour. This is a great "in between" class. You don't have to know how to swim to enjoy our class. We have a ramp into the spa pool and steps into the big pool that make access easy.
Class Information
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Cost:
Members: $0, Non-members: $33
Schedule:
April; Tues; Thurs; 1:30-2:30pm
May; Tues; Thurs; 1:30-2:30pm
June; Tues; Thurs; 1:30-2:30pm
July; Tues; Thurs; 1:30-2:30pm
August; Tues; Thurs; 1:30-2:30pm
Class size is limited. Please make sure to register every month for the classes you wish to attend, even if you are a member and it is included in your membership.
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The W.A.V.E.
Class free with an Adult or Family Membership. Aerobics in the water are easier on the joints and water adds resistance and variety to your workout. This class offers all the essential elements needed for a cardiovascular workout, plus toning, strength and flexibility. Upbeat music will keep you going. A painless way to shed extra pounds and inches. You don’t need to know how to swim and there is no need to go in the deep water if you choose not to do so.
Class Information
Age Group:
Adults (18 & Over)
Program Cost:
Members: $0; Non-Members: $53 (For morning classes 8:30-9:30am)
Members: $0; Non Members $25 (For tuesday evening classes 6:45-7:45pm)
You can attend any of the classes that you would like.
Schedule:
April; Tues, Thurs, Sat; 8:30-9:30am
April; Tuesday; 6:45-7:45pm
May; Tues, Thurs, Sat; 8:30-9:30am
May; Tuesday; 6:45-7:45pm
June; Tues, Thurs, Sat; 8:30-9:30am
June; Tuesday; 6:45-7:45pm
July; Tues, Thurs, Sat; 8:30-9:30am
July; Tuesday; 6:45-7:45pm
August; Tues, Thurs, Sat; 8:30-9:30am
August; Tuesday; 6:45-7:45pm
Class size is limited. Please make sure to register every month for the classes you wish to attend, even if you are a member and it is included in your membership.
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Warm Water Exercise ( Formerly called Arthritis Water Exercise)
Class free with an Adult or Family Membership. A low-level exercise class for persons with arthritis or anyone interested in a less vigorous approach to water exercise. The program is designed to improve joint range of motion, using gentle stretching and muscle toning movements. Conducted in our Therapy Pool, the warm water allows muscles to relax and the buoyancy of the water assists in ease of motion. Whether you have arthritis, have had surgery, or just can’t keep up with a more strenuous class, this class is for you.
Class Information
Age Group:
Adults (18 & Over)
Program Cost:
Members: $0, Non-Members: $53 (3 days a week) / Members: $0, Non-Members: $45 (2 days a week)
Schedule:
Dates, Days, Times
April; Mon, Wed, Fri; 9:00-10:00am
April; Mon, Wed, Fri; 1:30-2:30pm
April; Mon, Wed, Fri; 2:30-3:30pm
April; Mon, Wed, Fri;5:30-6:30pm
April; Tues, Thurs; 8:30-9:30am
May; Mon, Wed, Fri; 9:00-10:00am
May; Mon, Wed, Fri; 1:30-2:30pm
May; Mon, Wed, Fri; 2:30-3:30pm
May; Mon, Wed, Fri;5:30-6:30pm
May; Tues, Thurs; 8:30-9:30am
June; Mon, Wed, Fri; 9:00-10:00am
June; Mon, Wed, Fri; 1:30-2:30pm
June; Mon, Wed, Fri; 2:30-3:30pm
June; Mon, Wed, Fri;5:30-6:30pm
June; Tues, Thurs; 8:30-9:30am
July; Mon, Wed, Fri; 9:00-10:00am
July; Mon, Wed, Fri; 1:30-2:30pm
July; Mon, Wed, Fri; 2:30-3:30pm
July; Mon, Wed, Fri;5:30-6:30pm
July; Tues, Thurs; 8:30-9:30am
August; Mon, Wed, Fri; 9:00-10:00am
August; Mon, Wed, Fri; 1:30-2:30pm
August; Mon, Wed, Fri; 2:30-3:30pm
August; Mon, Wed, Fri;5:30-6:30pm
August; Tues, Thurs; 8:30-9:30am
Class size is limited. Please make sure to register every month for the classes you wish to attend, even if you are a member and it is included in your membership.
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