2020 Membership & Program Guide

2020 MEMBERSHIP &

PROGRAM GUIDE

Athens YMCA

LETTER FROM OUR CEO Welcome to our Y. Anchored in more than 10,000 neighborhoods around the country, the Y has the long standing relationship and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. Strengthening Clarke and surrounding counties is our cause and we serve three crucial areas of focus to help individuals, families and communities learn, grow and thrive.

The Y is for Youth Development, because we believe all kids deserve opportunities to discover who they are and what they can achieve.

The Athens YMCA is unique in the area of Youth Development due to our ability to serve over 300 kids per day in our after school programs. We provide transportation for children to attend Y after school programs from 21 elementary and middle schools in 3 counties. We often find that our Y bridges the gap for childhood friendships.

Our “pride and joys” of youth offerings are swim lessons, day camp, and residential camp. We strongly believe that every child should have an opportunity to learn to swim, attend a day camp, and attend a sleep away camp. That strong belief is why we have worked tirelessly to ensure that our programs meet the physical, mental, and emotional needs of all kids.

The Y is for Healthy Living, improving the nation’s health and well-being. The Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. The Athens YMCA has partnered with Piedmont Athens Regional to help design the best Healthy Living model possible. Through this partnership we have been able to offer a diabetes prevention program, a cancer survivor program, health fairs and screenings, Health Matters for families program, and assistance with health related questions from a registered nurse who is stationed in our building.

We have also redesigned our fitness schedule with highly demanded classes to help not only meet the needs of the community, but to encourage people to focus on their personal health. We pride ourselves on creating an environment that is welcoming and inclusive. A healthier community promotes well-being and offers a high quality of life.

The Y is for Social Responsibility, giving back and providing support to all our neighbors. The Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical needs for 163 years. We are committed to collaborating with other community organizations that make social responsibility a priority, offering assistance to anyone in need, providing both paid and volunteer opportunities, and creating affordable programs for those with special needs. We provide roughly $200,000 for financial assistance and program improvements and have collaborated with organizations such as The Salvation Army, Hope Haven, Project Safe, and Northeast GA Foodbank. We currently supply our community with over 200 jobs, 600 hours’ worth of volunteer opportunity, and offer opportunities to obtain special certifications such as CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, and Swim Instructor.

The Y is for the entire community, and is open to everyone. Donors enable the Athens YMCA, a charitable, non-profit organization in compliance with IRS code 501(C) 3, to offer a Financial Assistance Program for those individuals and families that qualify. We are here to serve you, your family and all of our communities while developing your spirit, mind and body. Welcome to our Y! Sincerely, M. Shae Wilson-Gregg CEO

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TABLE OF CONTENTS LETTER FROM OUR CEO 2 HOURS & FACILITY 4 ABOUT OUR Y 5 MEMBERSHIP INFO & POLICIES

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FITNESS & WELLNESS 8 GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES 9 POOL & AQUATICS 10 SWIM LESSONS 11 YOUTH & ATHLETIC PROGRAMS 12 CAMP KELLEY 13 SPECIAL PROGRAMS 14 GIVING BACK 15 EVENTS 16

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HOURS & FACILITY FACILITY HOURS Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday

CHILD WATCH HOURS 6 am to 9 pm 8 am to 5 pm Closed

HORARIO DE OFICINA EN ESPAÑOL Quisiéramos servirles a lo más que podamos. Para asegurar que estamos listos para traducción, tenemos un horario nuevo. Tenemos un traductor de español disponible en la oficina durante horas específicas. Si necesita ayuda en otras horas, traiga alguien que pueda ayudarle.

Martes Miércoles

3 pm hasta 5 pm 9 am hasta 11 am

FACILITY MAP

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Saturday Sunday

9 am to 12 pm 3 pm to 7 pm 9 am to 12 pm Closed

INDOOR POOL HOURS Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday

6:15 am to 8:30 pm 8:15 am to 4:30 pm Closed

Please note: lap lanes are closed from 4 pm to 5 pm Monday - Friday during the school year.

OUTDOOR POOL HOURS

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Easter Sunday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year’s Eve New Year’s Day

Monday - Friday

Outdoor pool dates: TBD

April 12 May 25 July 4 September 7 November 26 December 24 December 25 December 31 January 1

Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday

2:45 pm to 7:30 pm 10 am to 4:30 pm Closed

Please note: Summer Day Camp has priority in the outdoor pool.

ID POLICY The Athens YMCA uses a barcode scanner and photo for facility access. New members are issued a temporary 7-day card. After the temporary card expires, members are required to set up a picture and barcode scanner.

ABOUT OUR Y MISSION STATEMENT

ATHENS YMCA HISTORY

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

The Athens YMCA began on March 26, 1857 and has faithfully served our community for more than 160 years. As the nation’s third oldest YMCA, we are proud of our history serving Athens through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

CORE VALUES The Athens YMCA is guided by five core values: HONESTY To act in such a way that you are worthy of trust, to have integrity, to make sure your choices match up with your values.

ABOUT THE Y MOVEMENT

CARING To put others before yourself and be sensitive to their well-being.

Across the U.S. there are more than 2,700 YMCAs in 10,000 communities.

RESPECT To treat others as you would have them treat you, and to value the worth of every person including yourself.

RESPONSIBILITY To do what is right and be accountable for your behavior and obligations.

FAITH To develop your relationship with God and be a seeker of truth.

Every day the Y supports kids, adults, seniors, and families with programs that protect, teach, connect, heal, nourish and encourage.

Worldwide, the Y serves more than 45 million people in 124 countries.

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MEMBERSHIP INFO & POLICIES MEMBERSHIP RATES MEMBERSHIP TYPE

JOINER FEE

MONTHLY BANK DRAFT

ANNUAL PAYMENT

Adult (18 to 59 years old)

$50

$41

$492

Family

$50

$56

$672

Senior (60 years old and up)

$50

$31

$372

Senior Couple (both 60 years old and up)

$50

$41

$492

Adult Health Club (18 years old and up)

$50

$56

$672

Family Health Club

$50

$86

$1032

The Family and Family Health Club memberships consist of spouses and all legal dependents up to the age of 23. For the Family Health Club membership, dependents under age 18 would not be able to use the health club.

JOINER FEE

MEMBERSHIP AMENITIES

The Joiner Fee is a one-time fee that is paid at the start of your membership. This fee is your investment in the YMCA and helps with facility repair in addition to equipment upgrades. The Joiner Fee will not be recharged so long as your membership is in good standing. If your membership is discontinued for more than one year, the Joiner Fee is charged again.

The Athens YMCA’s amenities include: • Gymnasiums • Indoor pool • Seasonal outdoor pool • Cardio & fitness center • Aerobics room • Women’s Only wellness area • Strength center • Racquetball courts • Men’s & Women’s locker rooms • Outdoor playground • Roller hockey rink • Outdoor sports fields • Soft surface outdoor track • Outdoor running & walking trails

MONTHLY DRAFT The monthly draft is an automatic, electronic, continuous debit from your checking account or credit card on the 15th of each month. The automatic draft is not a contract. Drafts can be cancelled by the 10th of the month by filling out a cancellation form. Cancellations after the 10th of the month will go into effect the following month.

Membership change and cancellation forms are available at the Front Desk and at athensymca.org.

ANNUAL PAYMENT An annual membership is paid up front when joining. These memberships are non-refundable.

HEALTH CLUB

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The Health Club is an upgraded locker room with a dry sauna and wet steam room. No one under the age of 18 is allowed in the Health Clubs.

CHILD WATCH Child Watch is a complimentary service offered to those with an Athens Y family membership. Time frames for children are: 6 weeks to 1 year Up to 1.5 hours per day 1 year to 12 years Up to 2.5 hours per day Please note: if you have children of different ages, your time limit is based on the youngest child.

Parents must remain on the YMCA’s premises. Children ages 11 and up are encouraged to stay with their parents.

Children under the age of 16 are not allowed to be in the facility by themselves, and must remain with an adult member at all times. *See page 8 for what fitness activities your child can participate in.

MEMBERSHIP INFO & POLICIES MEMBERSHIP POLICIES

CHILDREN AGES 15 AND UNDER

To ensure that all YMCA members and guest have an enjoyable and safe experience at the Athens YMCA, we have developed the following policies: • Food and drinks are permitted in the front common and concession area only.

• Profanity and abusive language are not allowed.

• Tobacco and alcohol are not permitted in the building or on the grounds.

• Pets are not permitted in the facility or on the grounds • Please report any damaged equipment or maintenance problems to a YMCA staff member.

• The YMCA may terminate membership without cause at any time determined by the YMCA’s CEO. The YMCA is a private, non-profit corporation and reserves the right to refuse service at their discretion.

• Members must leave the facility by the posted closing times and may not enter the facility prior to opening times.

• The pool and outdoor facilities close 15 minutes before the building.

• Shirts and appropriate shoes must always be worn except in the locker rooms and pool area.

• Members are only allowed to use Athens YMCA trainers. No outside trainers are allowed.

To ensure the safety of our youth members and guests, all children 15 and under must always be with an adult member. If children ages 15 and under are enrolled in youth programs, they may only be dropped off for the duration of the activity.

GUEST PASSES & POLICIES We welcome guests in our facility. A guest pass is a great way to try the Athens YMCA out before joining.

• All guests are required to show ID and sign the guest waiver.

• All guests are required to adhere to the Athens YMCA code of conduct and all policies and procedures.

• Visiting with an Athens YMCA member: all guests visiting with a member receive a guest pass per year at no cost.

• Visiting without a member: you must purchase an Athens YMCA guest pass. If you decide to join the Athens YMCA on the same day, the guest pass cost will be credited toward your membership.

GUEST PASS COST Adult (ages 18 and up) $15 per day Youth (ages 17 and under) $10 per day Family (maximum of 5 people) $20 per day Please note: • The Athens YMCA reserves the right to change the guest pass policy at any time.

• The YMCA will not offer family guest passes from May 1st to September 1st.

• Guests have full access to the Athens YMCA facility except health clubs and child watch.

FACILITY CLOSINGS The Athens YMCA makes every effort to operate regular business hours. In the event of inclement weather, certain areas of the YMCA will open only if staff can arrive safely to the site. The YMCA reserves the right to close the entire facility depending on the severity of the inclement weather. Decisions are made in the best interest of our members, guests and staff.

The decision to close the YMCA facility due to weather is that of the CEO or her designate.

YOUTH PROGRAM INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY In the event of inclement weather, the Athens YMCA bases youth program decisions on the Clarke County School System.

• If Clarke County Schools have a delayed opening: programs will resume as scheduled. Please check our website and social media pages for updates throughout the day.

• If Clarke County Schools are closed: programs will be cancelled.

• If Clarke County Schools are dismissed during school hours: all youth programs will be cancelled.

Children will be sent home from school. Buses will not drop kids off at the Athens YMCA. Anything before 2:30 pm is considered early.

ADDITIONAL CLOSING INFORMATION Please check the Athens YMCA website and social media pages for updates on fitness classes, swim lessons, facility closings and delayed openings.

FACILITY RENTALS The Athens YMCA rents out specific areas of the facility and grounds to outside groups. For rates and availability, please contact Building Operations Director Tammy Langford - tammy@athensymca.org.

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FITNESS & WELLNESS FITNESS ORIENTATION

All new members are offered a fitness center orientation. The orientation is given by Fitness Center attendants and lasts 20 to 30 minutes. The orientation covers the use of machines, Fitness Center policies and YMCA programs. To set up an orientation, contact Wellness Director Elyse Giles elyse@athensymca.org.

PERSONAL TRAINING Certified personal trainers can assist you with your fitness goals. A trainer can help you develop an individual fitness program, teach you about sports conditioning, stretching and more. Our personal trainers are listed below. Please contact the trainer directly for more information on their training style, rates and availability.

Orlando Green

(706) 614 - 9738 trainingonthego@yahoo.com Catherine Hamilton ccc.hamilton@gmail.com Corey Little coreylittlecoaching@gmail.com Heather Pittman (706) 654 - 6520 heatherpittman94@gmail.com Tiffanie Reid (607) 351 - 6851 tiffanie.reid@gmail.com Brad Ulrich (706) 201 - 1833 Cordelle White (706) 424 - 5639 cordellewhite@gmail.com

FAMILY FITNESS We encourage your child to participate in wellness activities with you!

• Ages 11 & 12: Children ages 11 & 12 may use the Fitness Center with an adult present. The adult must be with the child at all times.

• Ages 13 - 15: In addition to using the Fitness Center with a parent, children ages 13 to 15 may attend any of our group exercise classes with an adult.

PIEDMONT ATHENS REGIONAL Piedmont Athens Regional and the Athens YMCA created a partnership in 2012 to promote wellness in our community.

April Dorsett, BSN, RN is on site at the Athens YMCA two days a week to offer members individual blood pressure screenings, nutritional consults and certified wellness coaching. We observe National Health Awareness Days each month and refer individuals as needed to other Piedmont Athens Regional services.

Our shared goal is to increase awareness and knowledge while providing health programs to members to reduce risk factors associated with chronic diseases. Together we are committed to empowering our YMCA members to improve and maintain their health.

To schedule a wellness coaching appointment, please contact April Dorsett - April.Dorsett@piedmong.org.

CANCER WELLNESS Piedmont Athens Regional and the Athens YMCA acknowledge almost everyone in our community has a connection with cancer. It is scary, but better when cancer patients know what to expect, where to get support, and how to stay healthy.

A cancer diagnosis introduces you to new vocabulary, new health plans, new goals and a new body. The Loran Smith Center at Piedmont Athens Regional has a team of health care professionals working together to assist cancer patients in improving their quality of life. They offer classes, support groups, counseling, nutrition and more for cancer patients at no cost. Visit their website or call (706) 475 - 4900 for more information.

Hundreds of studies report that exercise during and after cancer treatment is extremely beneficial. Cardio and strength training enhance your quality of life while helping you maintain muscle and fight fatigue. We offer a wide variety of classes at the Y. Our lowest impact classes are: • Pilates & Total Body Pilates • Low Impact Total Body • Yoga & Yin Yoga • Body Sculpting Barre • Line Dancing • Any classes listed on our YMCA Gold exercise schedule If you have any questions about resources offered, please contact April Dorsett - April.Dorsett@piedmont.org.

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GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES LOW IMPACT

MEDIUM / HIGH IMPACT

Our low impact classes are: • Yoga: Build endurance, flexibility, and become more aware of body alignment using various poses.

• Yin Yoga: A relaxing mat class for all levels. Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues for an extended period of time allowing the release of deep tension & stress.

• Yoga - Revive, Relax, Restore: A mindfulness based yoga practice that incorporates slowing down traditional vinyasa poses and breathing deeply.

• Yoga Sprouts: Fun and playful poses and breathing exercises for children. Helps develop physical strength and flexibility, refine motor skills, improve concentration, and cultivate confidence & self-esteem.

• Arthritis Water Class: A gentle series of movements for those with arthritis pain and limited movement.

Our medium / high impact classes are: • Aqua Tabata: A high intensity interval training with the properties of water. Periods of high intensity exercise are followed by short periods of rest.

• Body Sculpting Barre: Train and tighten all regions of the lower body and core. This class will also incorporate weights.

• Cardio Bag Class: Combination of boxing, martial arts techniques and cardio to sculp a whole new body. Bring your own gloves.

• Cardio Strength: Cardio intervals using the step, weights and bands.

• Express HIIT: 30 minute cardio training using weights, bands and your own body’s resistance.

• Flow Yoga: The instructor will guide you from one pose to the next, following your breath bringing an inner aliveness into your body, mind and spirit.

• Hip Hop Yoga: Upbeat flow yoga with fun energetic music. This is not a dance class.

• Indoor Cycle: A unique indoor cycling experience using stationary cycles with music and visualization to inspire a great workout.

• Interval Weight Training: Working the total body with interval training that includes using weights, the body’s own resistance, bands, and physio-balls.

• Intro to Track: Learn the basics to running on the track including running form, etiquette and track workout.

• POUND®: A full-body cardio jam session, combining light resistance with constant simulated drumming.

• Strength Training: Tone your body using weights and other equipment for strength and endurance.

• Zumba®: A fusion of Latin and international music. Routines feature aerobic / fitness level training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms to tone and sculpt the body.

LOW / MEDIUM IMPACT Our low / medium impact classes are: • Core & Stretch: Focusing on core strength and stretching to improve flexibility.

• Express Abs: Exercises for core strength.

• Line Dancing: Learn choreographed dance routines step by step.

• Low Impact Total Body: Cardio segments using weights, bands, physio-balls and the body’s own resistance.

• Pilates: Mat class focusing on core control & strength.

• PiYo: Inspired by the mind / body practices of yoga and Pilates as well as the principles of sports stretch, strength training, conditioning and dynamic movement.

• Total Body Pilates: Take Pilates a step further by adding weights and ball exercises.

• Triple Fit: A combo class consisting of two cardio segments (step, hi-lo, kickboxing) & strength training.

• Deep Water Hydrorobics: Aerobic workout in the deep pool using water weights, noodles, and your own body momentum. Limit of 12 participants per class.

• Hydrorobics: Build strong heart and lungs, tone muscles, and increase flexibility in this shallow water aerobics class.

• YMCA Gold Cardio Circuit: A seated or standing class for seniors of all fitness levels. Focus is on cardiovascular health, muscular strength, balance, coordination and conditioning using weights, elastic tubing, and ball.

HIGH IMPACT Our high impact classes are: • Boot Camp: Different styles of exercises using body, weights and cardio intervals.

• HIIT: Cardio training using weights, bands and your own body’s resistance.

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POOL & AQUATICS POOL INFORMATION

LIFEGUARD CLASS - PREREQUISITES

Below is some information about our indoor pool: • Pool length = 25 yards • One lap (down the length and back) = 50 yards • A swimming mile = 1650 yards or 33 laps • Pool temperature = 85 degrees • All lap lanes close from 3:55 pm to 4:55 pm Monday through Friday during the school year.

• Lap lanes are to be used by adults (ages 16+) for lap swimming. Please limit your swim time to 60 minutes if others are waiting. Circle swim is encouraged, but not required.

• If you are lap walking, please give up your lap lane to others who are waiting to lap swim.

• The skinny lane opens and closes throughout the day. Please check the schedule for times available.

Minimum age 16 by the last day of the scheduled course and completion of the Physical Competency Requirements as listed below. This is conducted on the first day of class.

CPR CLASSES The Athens YMCA periodically offers CPR and First Aid courses. Stop by the Athens YMCA or check out our website for dates and times.

The following must be completed in succession:

Phase 1: • Tread water for 2 minutes (legs only) • Swim 100 yards of front crawl Phase 2: • Swim 50 yards of each: front crawl with head up, sidestroke, breaststroke, breaststroke with head up, elementary backstroke kick with hands on chest • Perform a feet first surface dive in 8 feet of water and swim underwater for 15 feet Phase 3: • Sprint for a distance of approx. 60 feet, and then perform an arm-over-arm surface dive in 8 feet of water • Pick up an object from the bottom of the pool, surface, tread water for at least 1 minute with legs only, and replace the object back to the bottom of the pool where it was found • Swim the remaining length to the end of the pool, hoist yourself out of the water • Immediately begin compressions on an adult manikin for 1 minute or 100 compressions; stand and listen for directions from instructor • Quickly walk over to an elevated lifeguard stand, climb onto the lifeguard stand, sit down, look near your feet for a colored shape, and find the matching colored shape while scanning the pool area • Scan & identify an object located somewhere in the pool area • Stand up and blow a whistle loud and clearly shout “the Y is great” and then exit the lifeguard stand

LIFEGUARD CLASS - REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION

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Requirements for lifeguard certification are: • 100% participation and 100% attendance • Must score 80% or higher on each section of the YMCA lifeguard tests • Must score 80% or higher on the CPR Pro, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen written tests • Successfully perform all practical skills • Successfully demonstrate the ability to prevent, recognize, activate emergency action plan, rescue, provide emergency care, and complete reports • Successfully demonstrate the strength and maturity to be a lifeguard to prevent accidents and also respond to emergencies through classroom and pool scenarios

SWIM LESSONS PARENT & CHILD: AGES 6 MONTHS TO 3 YEARS A 30-minute class for children 6 months to 3 years and their parents. This class is held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The primary objective is to get a child and parent comfortable in the water. The child will become aware of the difference between moving through water and on dry land, while the parent will become aware of how to teach the child to be safer in and around the water. Classes are designed to allow the child to have fun in the water while the parent guides them to learn aquatic skills. Children are exposed to games that use basic movements such as kicking, arm strokes, and breath control. Parents must accompany infants and toddlers in the water. All children must wear rubber pants with tight fitting elastic legs - no diapers please.

EVENING SWIM LESSONS: AGES 3 TO 12 Children develop fundamental swimming skills and water and boating safety awareness within a program structured to accommodate the developmental abilities of preschoolers. Youth swim lessons further develop the four YMCA swim lesson levels covering all the strokes, diving fundamentals, and safety skills. Our instructors make it fun to develop a lifelong appreciation for aquatic activities, which not only include swimming but also lifesaving, lifeguarding and aquatic sports.

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS: AGES 3 TO 12 From a child’s first experience in the water to intermediate stroke and personal development, basic skills are taught using games that emphasize kicking, arm strokes and breath control. Classes meet four times per week for two weeks.

AFTERSCHOOL SWIM LESSONS: AGES 6 TO 12 A step by step progression of swimming and water safety skills that enable a child to swim safely, enjoy the water and use swimming as a lifetime fitness sport. This program has five main components: personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games and rescue. Each skill level builds upon the preceding level, covers all the strokes, diving fundamentals and safety skills. Throughout all levels, students are taught aquatic safety, boating safety and rescue skills.

PRIVATE LESSONS One-on-one instruction for 30 minutes. For more information, please email Ben Schultz ben@athensymca.org

ADULT SWIM LESSONS: AGES 13+ It’s never too late to learn how to swim! If you fear the water, don’t worry - we’ll move slowly.

ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS Recreational and instructional swimming for children ages 5 to 12 with special needs. Classes meet Mondays or Wednesdays with starting times at 5 PM. Lessons are 50 minutes in length and are one-on-one instruction. For more information on Adaptive Swim, please email Blake Tabb adaptive@athensymca.org

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YOUTH & ATHLETIC PROGRAMS JUNIOR DRUMMING

SOCCER

This program will teach kids to build on their selfconfidence, leadership, and patience through the art of performing. Junior Drumming will introduce children to drumming equipment and basic elements. Offered during Spring Quarter. All skill levels welcome.

Our program is designed to introduce beginners and further experienced players while building selfesteem and incorporating sportsmanship, working as a team and healthy living. Soccer is offered during Fall and Spring Quarters. Ages 5 to 13. All skill levels welcome.

YMCA DANCE This program is designed to teach kids the styles of modern, hip hop, lyrical, step and contemporary dance.

Dancers will be encouraged to show their creativity through movement in an environment that promotes self-confidence, unity and leadership. Dancers will learn 2-3 dances to perform for family and friends at the end of the quarter. All skill levels welcome.

FUTSAL (INDOOR SOCCER)

BASKETBALL CHEERLEADING

BASKETBALL

This program is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of cheerleading. Participants cheer and perform halftime shows during basketball games.

Offered during Winter Quarter. All skill levels welcome.

TEEN FITNESS & GARDENING

Our program is designed to introduce beginners and further experienced players while building selfesteem and incorporating sportsmanship, working as a team and healthy living. Offered during Winter Quarter. Ages 5 to 15. All skill levels welcome.

This program is designed to teach teens appropriate ways to exercise and healthy eating habits. The program will consist of swim classes, spin classes, boot camp classes and more. All participants need tennis shoes and athletic clothing. Teens will also have the benefit of working in our YMCA garden. Gardeners will gain experience on how to care for the YMCA garden: planting seeds, pulling weeds, digging, spreading soil and watering plants. Gardeners will also experience preparing foods from the garden. Teen fitness is offered during Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters.

Ages 12 to 15. All skill levels welcome.

VOLLEYBALL

TAEKWONDO

TRACK & FIELD

Learn self-confidence, self-defense and coordination.

Taekwondo is an excellent program to teach selfdiscipline and self-awareness. This program also compliments many sports that children play. Taekwondo is taught by Master Castro, a certified 6th degree black belt. Ages 5 to 12. This program is offered during Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters.

KALI 4 KIDS This class is a martial arts based class that involves sticks. Learn self-confidence, self-defense and coordination. Kali is taught by Master Castro, a certified 6th degree black belt. Kali 4 Kids is available Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters.

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This sport is fast paced and incorporates a more individualistic style of play. The program is intended to build self-esteem, sportsmanship, working as a team and healthy living. Offered during Winter Quarter. Ages 8 to 15. All skill levels welcome.

This program is designed to teach the fundamentals of volleyball. Offered Spring and Fall Quarters.

3rd - 8th grade. All skill levels welcome.

CROSS COUNTRY Our Cross Country program is designed to help your child create and reach goals, increase endurance, inspire sportsmanship and introduce the life-long sport of running. Offered during Fall Quarter. Ages 7 to 14. All skill levels welcome.

Our Track program is designed to introduce beginners and further experienced athletes while building self-esteem and incorporating sportsmanship, working as a team and healthy living.

This program introduces kids to sprinting, middle- and long-distance, and all field events.

Offered during Spring Quarter. Ages 6 to 12. All skill levels welcome.

TRANSPORTATION Transportation is offered for many schools in the area. Please stop by the front office for details.

CAMP KELLEY CAMP WEEKS 2020

ABOUT US For 84 years, the Athens YMCA has offered children a unique summer camp experience with a long-standing tradition of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities Making friends, learning new skills, developing confidence and building self-esteem is what our day camp is all about. All programs are active and geared towards age appropriate activities. Camp Kelley fosters personal growth through a wide variety of group and individual activities. The children are cared for by welltrained, responsible and enthusiastic staff.

COBERN KELLEY Cobern Kelley was a beloved teacher, mentor and spiritual leader to thousands of youth in the Athens community.

Kelley was the Physical Director of the Athens YMCA starting in 1942. He began working at the Y while attending the University of Georgia in 1930. He served the community in this capacity until his death in 1968.

Kelley founded the Athens YMCA day camp, fondly known as Camp Kelley.

Kelley truly believed in being a positive role model for the children in his care. Below is a direct quote from Kelley.

“One hundred years from now, it will not matter what kind of car I drove, what kind of house I lived in, how much money was in my bank account, nor what my clothes looked like. But the world may be a better place because I was important in the life of a child.”

His legacy lives on in our after-school programs and summer day camp. Campers spend time in the chapel Kelley built, work through devotionals created by Kelley’s teachings, experience nature, sing, dance, play competitive sports, and simply live the life of a child every day at Camp Kelley.

Week 1

May 26 - 29 No camp on Monday, May 25 Week 2 June 1 - 5 Week 3 June 8 - 12 Week 4 June 15 - 19 Week 5 June 22 - 26 NO CAMP JUNE 29 - JULY 3 Week 6 July 6 - 10 Week 7 July 13 - 17 Week 8 July 20 - 24 Week 9 July 27 - 31

SPORTS CAMPS The Athens YMCA is excited to offer specialty sports camps during the summer. Sports camps run Monday through Friday, 9 am to 12 pm.

Volleyball June 8 - 12 Soccer June 15 - 19 Football June 22 - 26 Basketball July 6 - 10

CAMP GROUPS Cubs Indians Braves Warriors

Ages 5 - 6 Ages 7 - 8 Ages 9 -10 Ages 11 - 13

Please note: progress reports are required for 5-yearolds. Space is limited for all groups.

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS ALLEGRO

PARENT & CHILD SOCCER

Allegro is excited to partner with the YMCA to bring you music classes for children ages 0 to 4 years.

Featuring the award-winning Music Class curriculum, these classes combine energetic movement and lively music. Children, who attend with their parents, participate in fun-filled sessions of singing, dancing and instrument play, all designed to stimulate musical learning. Taught by an experienced music teacher and Athens mom, Allegro classes run for ten-week sessions in the fall, winter, spring and summer.

Register at Allegro’s website - allegroathens.com.

Spend time with your child while they learn the basic fundamentals of soccer! Parent and child soccer is a 6 week program for children ages 2 to 4 and their parents. With specialized games and activities, your child stays interested and active. This program is on Mondays and Wednesdays and is offered during the Fall and Spring.

ADAPTIVE SWIM We offer adaptive swim for children with special needs. *See page 11 for more information.

MUSIC THERAPY This program is a music-based class for children with special needs. Sessions are offered during the Spring and Fall. The music therapy program facilitates relationships through music that benefits children emotionally, cognitively, socially and behaviorally.

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DYNAMIC DAYS The Athens YMCA offers full day activities for school-aged children during some holidays and school breaks. Please check the front office or your online account for availability.

Please visit our website for additional information.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY The Men’s Bible Study group meets on Thursday mornings at 7 am for fellowship, prayer and scriptures. The Bible Study is open to the community and meets in the board room.

GIVING BACK & OUR IMPACT The Athens YMCA has been an indispensable part of the Athens-Clarke County and surrounding communities for more than 160 years. Each day, we open our doors to men, women, children and families who join us in a shared goal: to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Generous contributions from people like you allow the Athens YMCA to thrive. Your gift to the Annual Campaign allows us to be a safe place for individuals to become healthy in every way.

Because of you, we are able to provide meaningful programs and services to everyone in our community. Because of you, we welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, faiths and abilities - regardless of income.

Every gift the Y receives yields remarkable results. If you would like to make a contribution, please contact Abby Bramblett - abby@athensymca.org.

$

60

provides a session of life-saving swim lessons for a child or adult

115

provides one week of safe and fun summer day camp where a child makes life-long memories

250

provides six months for an individual to better their health with an adult membership

$

500

provides connection and wellness to a senior couple for one year at the Y

1000

provides confidence-building youth programs for a child during the school year

1350

provides two families the opportunity to be healthy and active together with a Y membership for one year

$ $

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UPCOMING EVENTS FROZEN GNOME February 2nd • 2 PM Take a dip in the outdoor pool to benefit our Aquatics program!

KINDERMARKET March 5 - 7 • Time varies Join us for our semi-annual consignment sale with excellent deals on home goods, baby clothes, nursery items and more.

MAXIMUS Y STRONGMAN CHALLENGE April 11th • 8 AM Compete in one of the only strongmen challenges in the area!

RUN THROUGH THE WOODS 5K August 1st • 8 AM Our cross-country 5k benefits youth financial assistance and is in memory of Coach Mike Castronis.

HANDS-ON WELLNESS CLINIC August 29th • Time TBA Join us for a hands-on wellness clinic put on by the Shepherd Center.

TRUNK OR TREAT October 22nd • Time TBA Trunk or Treat from trunk to trunk at the Athens YMCA! Benefitting youth financial assistance.

COAT DRIVE November 23rd • Time TBA Our annual coat drive is open to the community! Stop by to get your coat for winter.

Donations will be accepted before the event.

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