2023 MetroWest YMCA Spring I Program Guide

METROWEST YMCA SPRING 1 PROGRAM GUIDE

FIND WHAT MOVES YOU! 7 Weeks | February 27- April 16, 2023 Member Registration: Wednesday, February 15th

Non-Member Registration: Monday, February 20th

WELCOME TO THE Y! WE’RE HERE FOR YOU

DEAR MEMBERS & PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS, We are excited to begin the spring session with you! As the days grow longer and the weather improves, we will have new ways to achieve goals, meet friends and connect with our community.

In Framingham, our Preschool Extravaganza will offer swim, sport, enrichment, and combo programs for children and their grown-ups every weekday morning (pg. 10-11). We will help you train for free fitness challenges, including an indoor triathlon, to help you get moving and meet other Y members (pg. 29). We will also offer fun ways to support and cheer our MetroWest YMCA Marathon Team!

Spring 1 2023 February 27-April 16 Registration Dates: Y Members: February 15 Community Members: February 20 __________________________________ Facility is closed Sunday, April 9 ___________________________________ Spring 2, 2023 April 24- June 18

At the Hopkinton Outdoor Center, we will introduce two new weekend adventure series programs for youth ages 7-12 (pg. 36)

Facility is closed Monday, May 29

We will also open registration for our Clearbrook Family Swim Club and our School's Out before-and after-school programs.

Y Members: April 12

See you at the Y! Sincerely, Rick MacPherson President and CEO MetroWest YMCA

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SPRING 1 SESSION INFORMATION

Registration Dates: Community Members: April 17 ____________________________________ Clearbrook Family Swim Club June 17 – September 4 Registration begins March 6

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FIND YOUR FAVORITES TABLE OF CONTENTS

MEMBERSHIP RATES & LOCATIONS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS EARLY LEARNING CENTER PRESCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA! YOUTH ENRICHMENT CLASSES YOUTH GYMNASTICS & NINJA SPORTS YOUTH DANCE & MARTIAL ARTS LIFEGUARD COURSE AQUATICS YOUTH AQUATICS ADULT ADULT AQUATICS COOKING CLASSES: ALL AGES GROUP EXERCISE

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The MetroWest YMCA is a cause-driven charitable organization that stands for healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. We offer programs and services that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

FITNESS: YOUTH, TEEN & ADULT FITNESS CHALLENGES & FUN RUNS EVIDENCE BASED HEALTH AND INTERVENTION (EBHI) LEADERSHIP & RESILIENCY TEEN PROGRAMS SPECIAL EVENTS, FRAMINGHAM APRIL VACATION PROGRAMS CLEARBROOK FAMILY SWIM CLUB SATURDAY ADVENTURE CLUBS HOPKINTON OUTDOOR CENTER PROGRAMS SUMMER CAMP AT THE Y HOPKINTON OUTDOOR CENTER RENTALS GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

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The Y believes that finances should not be an obstacle to living a healthy lifestyle. We offer financial assistance which can be used to help cover the cost of membership and programs. Learn more about financial assistance options.

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COMPLIMENTARY WELLNESS CONSULTATION FOR NEW MEMBERS All members are eligible for two 45-60 minute meetings with a wellness professional to discuss their goals, learn about the equipment, and explore all of the other wellness benefits your Y membership has to offer! Schedule your free orientation today! Visit our website or the member service desk for more information.

MEMBERS’ ONLY PERSONAL TRAINING Our certified personal trainers will help you reach your goals! We offer one-onone or semi-private (2+) in-person (indoors or outdoors) and virtual personal training options. Ages 12 and up.

Visit our website to learn more about our program and choose who you’d like to work with. https://www.metrowestymca.org/personal-training Contact Katrina Ladd at kladd@metrowestymca.org, 508-879-4420 x238

MEMBERS’ ONLY NUTRITION CONSULTATION Includes a one hour initial consultation and one follow-up. Your evaluation includes nutrition assessment and individual goal setting. Additional follow-ups are available for the member who would like continued one-on-one support for their nutritional and weight management.

Member Rate: Nutrition consult and one hour follow-up: $91 30 min follow-up: $29 1 hour follow-up: $43 Five ½ hr follow-ups $135 Contact Maggie Lynch at mlynch2@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x286 4

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FIND A COMMUNITY

280 Old Connecticut Path

The Branch offers a state-of-the-art wellness center, gym, pool, turf space, locker rooms, sauna, and program leaders with expertise in fitness, training, nutrition, aquatics, and sports.

Discounted classes in fitness, cooking, sports, enrichment, and aquatics for all ages!

Unlimited, free Group Exercise classes -- more than 45 classes offered per week Free blood pressure checks, chronic disease prevention and wellness programs Access to Family Outdoor Center in Hopkinton* Personal Training, Nutrition Consultation

45 East Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748

122 acres of outdoor fun for the whole family!

Weekly, free, open archery and rock climbing Discounts on classes in archery, belay, cooking, and wilderness skills, Free or discounted seasonal special events like cookouts, camping, and snowshoeing!

Parents’ Night Out and seasonal events Family Open Swim and Family Open Gym Early Learning Center and Out-of-School Care Free meals for children ages 18 and under (weekday afternoons) Childwatch while you workout* *for Full-Access Memberships

Tennis and Basketball Courts Boating on the Ashland Reservoir and pool (summer) Geocaching and Photo Orienteering Space rentals for corporate retreats

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FIND WHAT MO FIND YOUR Y. MEMBERSHIP TYPES YOUTH

AGES 13-19

YOUNG ADULT

AGES 2-12

TEEN

$20.42 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $25

$20.42 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $25

$38.52 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $30

FAMILY OF 2

FAMILY OF 2+

SENIOR COUPLE

$112.97 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $75

$87.07 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $60

$97.01 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $75

*BEST OFFER*

AGES 20-25

AGES 65+

ADULT

SENIOR

AGES 26-64

AGES 65+

$64.61 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $50

$58.11 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $40

SENIOR FAMILY OF 2+

HOPKINTON ONLY FAMILY

AGES 65+

AGES 65+

$101.74 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE $60

$38.99 / MONTH JOINER’S FEE: $50

THE FRAMINGHAM FAMILY MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES...

Year-round access to the Framingha Branch’s newly renovated pool, gym, basketball court and wellness center Year-round access to the Family Outdoor Center with free weekly archery and indoor rock climbing

Member rates & priority registration on camp and program sessions Free childwatch while you exercise Member rates on special events, cooking classes

Unlimted Virtual Y classes

Members’ only personal training & nutrition consultation

More than 45 in-person and virtual Group Exercise classes per week

Use of all the Y’s in New England (check with facility)

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VES YOU. LOCATIONS METROWEST YMCA CLEARBROOK FAMILY SWIM CLUB

METROWEST YMCA FRAMINGHAM BRANCH

METROWEST YMCA EARLY LEARNING CENTER

METROWEST YMCA FAMILY OUTDOOR CENTER

280 Old Connecticut Path Framingham, MA 01701 508-879-4420 www.metrowestymca.org

282 Old Connecticut Path Framingham, MA 01701 508-626-8271

45 East Street Hopkinton, MA 01748 508-435-9345

120 Parker Road Framingham, MA 01702 508-405-0350

The Early Learning Center is located at the back of the MetroWest YMCA Framingham Beanch facing Concord Street. Building houra vary according to the program schedule.

Please call or go online for more information.

Building hours vary according to the program schedule. Please call or go online for more information.

Clearbrook Family Swim Club is a seasonal facility. Hours vary according to the program schedule. Please call the office for more information.

Monday-Friday, 5AM-9PM Saturday & Sunday, 7AM-5PM

GET STARTED CHOOSE YOUR MEMBERSHIP TYPE See options on page 6.

JOIN ONLINE - CLICK HERE! www.metrowestymca.org

FILL OUT A FORM Fill out the form to schedule your free “Get Started” package, which includes a free fitness orientation and wellness consultation with a Y professional.

COME IN TO THE FRAMINGHAM BRANCH FOR A TOUR & PICK UP Members 16+ will need to show a photo ID

The MetroWest YMCA is a cause-driven charitable organization that is for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The Y believes that finances should not be an obstable to living a healthy lifestyle. We offer financial assistance which can be used to help cover the cost of membership and programs.

When you join the Y, you get a community of people who support your health and well-being. You also help make our community stronger by enabling vital Y programs like early education, food security, chronic disease prevention, water safety training, and more!

Questions? Contact memberservices@metrowestymca.org or call 508-879-4420

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BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL YOUTH PROGRAMS NOW ENROLLING!

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The MetroWest YMCA’s Before and After School Program, School’s Out, nurtures your child’s development by providing a safe place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance. Our curriculum includes a focus on SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) which includes activities and daily opportunities for children to learn about, practice, and gain real world skills in the areas of emotion management and social problem solving.

School’s Out serves children in Ashland, Framingham, Hopkinton, and Natick.

Slots are available for Monday through Friday with 2, 3, 4, and 5-day options

SCHOOL’S OUT: ASHLAND

SCHOOL’S OUT: NATICK

Who: Children in grades K-6 who attend Warren and Mindess Elementary Schools as well as Ashland Middle School.

Who: Children in grades K-6 who attend BenHem, Brown, Lilja, & Memorial Elementary Schools, and grades 5-6 who attend Wilson Middle.

Where: Ashland Middle School, 87 West Union Street, Ashland, MA 01721. Transportation provided by Ashland Public Schools.

Where: East School 90 Oak Street, Natick, MA Transportation provided by the Natick Public Schools and MetroWest YMCA

SCHOOL’S OUT: FRAMINGHAM

SCHOOL’S OUT: HOPKINTON

Who: Framingham children in grades K-5 Where: Framingham Branch, 280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham MA 01701.

Transportation is available for Hemenway, McCarthy, and Potter Road Elementary School students provided by the MetroWest YMCA and in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club.

Who: Children in grades K-6 who attend Marathon, Elmwood, and Hopkins Elementary Schools as well as 6th graders from Hopkinton Middle School.

Where: Before School programming at Marathon Elementary, with transportation provided to Elmwood and Hopkins. After School programming is held on site at Marathon, Elmwood, and Hopkins Schools (6th graders from Hopkinton Middle School will walk to Hopkins for PM care).

Our after school program serves children from school dismissal until 6:00 PM at all locations. Our before school program serves Hopkinton elementary school kids at Marathon School from 7:00 AM until school starts. We are currently registering for the 2022-2023 school year. Fall Registration begins March 6.

TO GET STARTED WITH SCHOOL’S OUT: Contact us at: schoolsout@metrowestymca.org or 508-876-6096 www.metrowestymca.org/schoolsout

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EARLY LEARNING CENTER YOUTH PROGRAMS EARLY LEARNING CENTER THE METROWEST YMCA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Our Early Learning Center helps children meet their learning and developmental potential while providing the care needed for families to work. We provide high-quality early education and care to children 15 months until they start kindergarten.

Our teachers create and implement a curriculum designed to make your child feel comfortable while learning, socializing, and having fun. One of their goals is to help your child feel independent and empowered to explore their environment and engage in gross motor and language activities. Children can learn through hands-on and sensory experiences, creative expression, and the acquisition of selfhelp skills. Our curriculum addresses each child’s individual developmental needs and interests and emphasizes the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. It also includes a focus on SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) to help the children learn to identify and manage their feelings and solve social problems. Beginning at three years of age, parents have the option of enrolling your children in YMCA classes such as swimming, sports, and gymnastics.

MetroWest YMCA Framingham Branch 282 Old Connecticut Path Framingham MA 01701 Hours of operation: Monday - Friday (year round) 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Ages 15 months through Pre-K 5 day for toddlers 2, 3, & 5 day options for preschool For more information, please contact the Early Learning Center at: EarlyLearning@metrowestymca.org 508-879-4420 x251 The MetroWest YMCA’s Early Learning Center (ELC) is licensed by the MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). In addition, the National Association for the Education of Young Children granted accreditation to our ELC based on our successfully meeting NAEYC’s high-quality standards.

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INTRODUCING...

NEW PRESCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA!!

A NEW REASON TO SPEND YOUR MORNINGS AT THE Y

ENRICHMENT

SWIM

SPORTS

Crafty Swimmers

Swim: Parent & Child C: Intro to Water Acclimation

This 90-minute class will start with craft projects and social time in the enrichment room. We will then head to the pool for a swim lesson set up to meet the needs of participants with varying swim abilities.

Please bring your child in their bathing suit and leave their swim bag in enrichment room. An instructor will walk the class to the pool at swim time. Parents are to pick up their children from the pool at the end of class. Ages 3-5.

This program is designed to allow participants in our Parent/Child Program to build on the confidence they have previously achieved in Parent/Child Stages A & B as well as welcome participants over the age of 3 into our swim lesson program. Ages 3-5.

Family members $159 | Youth members $215 | Nonmembers $318

Swim: Parent & Child A: Water Discovery

Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences. Parents will learn about water safety, drowning prevention and the importance of supervision. . Ages 6mo - 24mo.

Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Non- members $185

Swim: Parent & Child B: Water Exploration

Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences. Parents will learn about water safety, drowning prevention and the importance of supervision. At level B, accompanied by a parent, the children prepare for the transition to preschool level aquatics by encouraging purposeful movement through audio and/or visual cues. Ages 2-3.

Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Nonmembers $185

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Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Non-Members $185

Swim: Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation Designed for beginners with little to no swimming experience or are uncomfortable in the water. In this stage, students increase their comfort with the water with underwater exploration and basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Ages 3-5.

Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Non- members $185

Swim: Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement Must have successfully completed Stage 1 or be comfortable going under water independently. In this stage, students increase their swimming ability with forward movement in the water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently. Ages 3-5.

Family members $92 | Youth members $125 | Non- members $185

CHECK OUT THE CHART ON PAGE 11 FOR DAYS AND TIMES!

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PRESCHOOL EXTRAVAGANZA!!

YOUTH PROGRAMS

CLICK TO REGISTER Little Ninjas Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in. Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles and gymnastics elements keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents. Ages 3-5.

Family members $83 | Youth members $112 | Non-Members $168

CHECK OUT THE CHART BELOW FOR DAYS AND TIMES!

Parent/Child Little Ninja Swim

Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in. Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles and gymnastics elements keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents.

Ages 3-5.

Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in. Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles and gymnastics elements keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents.

Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortablein the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences. Parents will learn about water safety, drowning prevention and the importance of supervision. Ages 3-5.

Family members $83 | Youth members $112 | Non-Members $168

Family members $159 | Youth members $215 | Non-members $318

Mini Sports

Sports & Crafts

Little Ninjas Parent/Child

Come down the gym to enjoy the wide world of sports!

Kids will be active, develop motor skills, and learn a variety of sports and games here at the Y! Coaches will introduce team games, exploratory play, and a great way to get that energy out. Please make sure your child has closed-toe shoes! Ages 3-5.

Family members $93 | Youth members $126 | Non-Members $186

Start your morning in the gymnasium for a MiniSports and move down stairs with a staff member for snack and activity time. Dress for messy as we can be painting during craft time. Please pack a snack and water bottle for your child. Ages 3-5 Family members $150 | Youth members $203 | Non- members $300

*Family Open Gym and Family Open Swim are available to members for FREE! Families must register for Family Opwn Swim in order to participate.

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES YOUTH PROGRAMS CLICK TO REGISTER ENRICHMENT The purpose of our Enrichment classes is to give children the opportunity to learn, create, and have fun in a different environment than the typical classroom. These classes are designed to use hands activities to help children learn and socialize with children in their age group.

Pricing for 60-minute enrichment classes: $67 family members; $91 youth members; $134 community members

GROWN-UP & ME CLASSES

PREK & SCHOOL AGED CLASSES

Music and Art with Grown Up

Rhythm and Rhyme

Assist your child in the beginning stages of exploring the arts. In addition to music and art there will be stories and free play time. This is a great way to start your child in the preschool setting and the grown-ups can make new friends.

Ages 1.6-2.9 Saturday................... 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Children will sing, dance, and play shakers, bells, drums, and more. They will learn about beat, rhythm, pitch and other musical concepts. Each week, children will make their own instrument to take home. Ages 3-4 Thursday.................. 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

TINIEST TOTS CLASSES Hickory Dickory Dock Each week we will explore a different classical nursery rhyme. Activities include games, music, free play, and crafts.

Ages 2.6-3.6 Monday............... 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Sticky Fingers Come dressed for a mess and ready for fun as we craft with a variety of materials. Ages 2.6-3.6 Wednesday..................... 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

TINY TOTS CLASSES Pint-Sized Picassos

Children will learn about famous artists and their techniques. Each week a famous work of art will be the inspiration for our craft. Ages 3-4

Tuesday.................... 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Bead it & More We will cover jewelry making basics from stringing necklaces to making bracelets and rings. Ages 3-4 Monday...............10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

STEAM for Littles

From action contraptions to messy marvels and more, each class will explore, create, and experiment with different STEAM concepts. Bring your curiosity and be dressed for a mess. Ages 3-5 Thursday.............. 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Crafty Kids Perfect opportunity to have a crafty hour. If your child likes to give homemade gifts, this is their opportunity to learn new skills. Ages 4-6 Wednesday...................10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Little Chefs Learn basic cooking skills in the kitchen! Introduce cooking every day cooking tools, appliances, and prepare a small dish in the process. Ages 3.9-5 Tuesday.................... 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Saturday................... 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Kid Chefs Learn basic cooking and kitchen skills in this cooking class. The kids will help prepare a meal or snack and enjoy it together. Ages 6-8 Saturday................... 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Tuesday......................4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

NEW! Cooking with Littles Join us in this brand new class where parents/guardians and children learn cooking skills together! We will prepare a delicious kid-friendly recipe and make a related craft. Ages 3-5.

Friday.................10:30 AM - 11:30 AM. 12

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GYMNASTICS & NINJA YOUTH PROGRAMS GYMNASTICS

Perfect new and existing skills on uneven bars, vault, beam and floor while also improving flexibility, strength, eye hand coordination and self-esteem! Each class will be split up depending on skill level so kids can reach their full potential faster and to keep all kids challenged

Family Member $83 | Youth Member $112 | Non-Member $166 CLICK TO REGISTER

Gym Stars Ages 4-6 Tuesday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Saturday, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Rollers A Ages 7-9 Tuesday, 4:40 PM - 5:10 PM Saturday, 9:40 AM - 10:10 AM

TUMBLING

A class for kids that enjoy flipping and rolling. This focuses on the tumbling aspect of gymnastics and cheerleading. All skill levels welcome.

Rollers B Ages 10-12 Tuesday, 5:20 PM- 6:00 PM

Family Member $83 | Youth Member $112 | Non-Member $166

Boy's Gymnastics Ages 6-9 Wednesday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Ages 7-12 Wednesday 4:40-5:10 Saturday 1:45-2:15

NINJAS

Ninja classes use an obstacle course to assist children in increasing strength, eye hand coordination and improve self-esteem. Children will develop critical thinking skills to help them overcome obstacles and other challenges during this class!

Family Member $83 | Youth Member $112 | Non-Member $166

Little Ninja Ages 3-5 Wednesday, 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM Thursday, 4:10 PM - 4:40 PM Saturday, 10:50 AM - 11:20 AM Saturday, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Saturday, 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM

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PARENT & TOT NINJATASTICS

Classes aim to help toddlers develop strength, coordination and socialization skills while creating a bond with their parents in an obstacle course with gymnastic elements mixed in. Each week will feature new and exciting obstacles keeping it fresh and enjoyable for kids and parents.

Junior Ninja

Family Member $83 |Youth Member $112 | Non-Member $166

Ages 6-8 Thursday, 4:50 PM - 5:20 PM Saturday, 12:50 PM - 1:20 PM

Ages 18 months – 3 years old Thursday 3:30-4:00

Ninja Warrior Ages 9-11 Thursday, 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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SOCCER & BASKETBALL YOUTH SPORTS

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INDOOR SOCCER: SKILLS & DRILLS From the field to the court, get ready for the outdoor season here at the Y. Soccer classes will focus on introducing and developing dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork skills while teaching kids to enjoy the greatest game! For our younger families, we encourage parents to jump in to learn and play. For our older group the goal is to build upon the fundamentals to get ready for games and fun!

Small Shots Girls & Boys – 2nd Grade to 3rd Grade* Saturday, 2:30pm to 4:30pm

Basketball is here at the Y! Our coaches will introduce players to the skills they will need to love the game and be ready for the winter. The younger groups will work through dribbling, shooting and the basics while older groups will build towards using their skills in game action. All classes are Co-ed.

Ages 8 – 9 Monday, 4:40 PM – 5:25 PM Wednesday, 4:40 PM – 5:25 PM Saturday, 11:10 AM – 11:55 AM Family Member: $93 | Youth Member: $126 | Non-Member: $186 Ages 10 – 13 Wednesday, 5:35 PM – 6:20 PM Saturday, 12:05 PM – 12:50 PM Family Member: $93 | Youth Member: $126 | Non-Member: $186 14

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Our Youth Basketball League will pick back up for the Spring. Deadline for registration will be February 26th, 2023. Please check out our different age groups below, as we are changing around some things from the Winter.

The Rookies in the Spring will go through one hour of skills, drills, and games each week. Players just starting out will get an introduction to game play, while working on the skills that will help them succeed in future seasons!

Family Member $93 | Youth Member $118 | Non-Member $188

Ages 6 – 9 Tuesday, 4:40 PM – 5:25 PM Saturday, 9:40 AM – 10:25 AM Family Member: $93 | Youth Member: $112 | Non-Member: $186

CLICK TO REGISTER Ages 5 – 7 Monday, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM Wednesday, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM Saturday, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Family Member: $83 | Youth Member: $112 | Non-member: $168

Saturday’s March 4th – April 15th

Rookies Girls & Boys – Kindergarten to 2nd Grade Saturday, 1:30pm to 2:30pm

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Ages 3 – 5 Tuesday, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM Saturday, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM Family Member: $83 | Youth Member: $112 | Non-Member: $168

YOUTH BASKETBALL

SPRING YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE!

Teams will take the first 30 minutes of each week to practice skills and drills. Practice will be followed by a game. *Any experienced 1st Grader is encouraged to sign-up for Small Shots.

Family Member $93 | Youth Member $118 | Non-Member $188

Primetime Girls & Primetime Boys – 4th Grade to 5th Grade Saturday, 4:30pm to 5:30pm Teams will take the first 30 minutes of each week to practice skills and drills. Practice will be followed by a game.

Family Member $93 | Youth Member $118 | Non-Member $188 CLICK TO REGISTER

Volunteers Needed!!! - Volunteer coaches are vital to the success of our Youth Basketball League.

Parents, guardians, or members that are interested in coaching please contact our Sports Director, Connor Marc-Aurele, at: cmarcaurele@metrowestymca.org.

MORE SPORTS!

YOUTH, TEEN, ADULT, FAMILY FLOOR HOCKEY Let’s drop the puck and get ready to score a goal with Floor Hockey at the Y! Players will learn the basics of hockey through practice and guided play each week. Our Sports team here will have sticks for every player, so all you will need is the energy to learn and have fun!

Ages 6 – 11 (60 Minute Class) Tuesday, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Family Member $94 | Youth Member $118 | Non-Member $188 CLICK TO REGISTER

FRIDAY YOUTH & TEEN SPORTS Swing by the Y after school to get your soccer or basketball fix! Players will get an hour of skills and game play with the support of YMCA staff.

Ages 11-15.

Family Member $93 | Youth Member $126 | Non-Member $186 CLICK TO REGISTER

Indoor Soccer Friday, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Basketball Friday, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

BADMINTON NIGHT AT THE Y Come out to the Y and learn to love this Olympic sport! Badminton welcomes players of all ages, and the Y will be offering a combo class as well as open play for families and friends. New players will learn the court, the rules, and the skills to help them succeed. Half of the gym will be instruction, with the other open play. Instruction will be a registered program, with “Open Play” available for Y Members & Families.

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FLAG FOOTBALL TRAINING It’s getting colder outside, but football is heating up at the Y! Our once-a-week flag football class for players to hone their skills, try out new positions, and learn the value of teamwork.

Practices will consist of various drills in appropriate age groups, while building towards playing games. The goal is to introduce the sport to any and all and have fun doing so! This program runs 7 weeks.

Ages 7 – 12 (60 Minute Class) Family Member $94 | Youth Member $118 | Non-Member $188 Thursday, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM CLICK TO REGISTER

Ages 6 – 13 Thursday, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM Family Member $93 | Youth Member $126 | Non-Member $186 Open Play, All Ages Thursday 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM www.metrowestymca.org/sports

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DANCE & MARTIAL ARTS YOUTH PROGRAMS METROWEST DANCE ACADEMY

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Pre-Ballet 1 A wonderful introduction to ballet for 3-4 yr olds to develop the coordination, musicality, and expression. Each class will engage their imagination and creativity. The class will develop great listening skills as they interact with their teacher and friends. Ages 3-4 6 Weeks - Family Member: $80 | Youth Member: $99 | Non-Member: $160 Saturday, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Pre-Ballet and Tap 2 Learning ballet through the use of imagination, expression and creativity. Developmentally appropriate dance skills and nurtured through natural movement and more complex coordination, rhythm and control is developed.

Students will listen to instructions, gain confidence and build strong bones and muscles! 30 minutes of ballet will be followed by 15 minutes of tap! Tap shoes are required. Ages 4-5 6 Weeks - Family Member: $94 | Youth Member: $118 | Non-Member: $188 Saturday, 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM

Ballet 3 A ballet class for rising Kindergarteners. Following a Royal Academy of Dance syllabus developing ballet and natural movement through creativity and musicality. Building self-esteem, strength, and discipline in a nurturing and inspiring way. Ages 5-6 6 Weeks - Family Member: $80 | Youth Member: $99 | Non-Member: $160

Jazz and Tap 3 Calling all Kindergarteners! Step into this fun jazz and tap class to dance to popular tunes and develop flexibility, quick footwork, and rhythm! If you have a child who cannot stop dancing this is for them! Ages 5-6 6 Weeks - Family Member: $80 | Youth Member: $99 | Non-Member: $160

YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS

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Classes focus on developing critical life skills of respect, self-discipline, and self-control. Students will learn to control and be confident in their actions by learning varied martial arts movements such as strikes, kicks, and footwork, progressing to more complex movements and patterns as they develop. This program is led by staff from Villari’s of Natick. Sneakers are required. Introductory belt is provided, and Karate uniform is optional to purchase.

Intro to Karate Ages 5-7 Saturday, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Ages 8-13 Saturday, 12:45 PM – 1:15 PM Family Member: $83 | Youth Member: $112 | Non-Member: $168

Intermediate Karate (must have achieved yellow belt) Saturday, 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM Family Member: $93 | Youth Member: $126 | Non-Member: $186 16

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AQUATICS

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING COURSE - Ages 16+ CLICK TO REGISTER

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING COURSES IN MARCH & APRIL TEEN & ADULT American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course

This course is for those training for the first time or for those whose certifications have expired. The class is offered by the MetroWest YMCA in a Blended Learning course format: 20 hours in person; 7-8 hours online Participants must be 15 years of age by the last day of the course AND pass the pre-requisite swimming skills evaluation on the first day of the course consisting of: 300 Yard Swim – Participants must have a strong freestyle and/or breaststroke and be able to swim the 300 continuously without stopping.

2 Minutes of Treading Water (No Hands!) – Participants must be able to tread water in a depth of 9 feet without using their hands for 2 minutes without stopping.

Timed Brick Test – Participants must start in the shallow end of the pool, swim to the 9ft deep area, dive to the bottom of the pool to retrieve a 10lb brick, then successfully swim on their back to the shallow end and climb out within 1 minute, 40 seconds.

Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course will receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for 2 years. Per Massachusetts law, lifeguard candidates interested in working for the MetroWest YMCA must be at least 16 years old.

Members: $300 | Teen: $350 | Non-Members: $400 Saturday, March 11th & Sunday, March 12th 10:00-8:00pm Friday, April 21st 4:00-8:30pm, Saturday, April 22nd & Sunday, April 23rd 10:00am-6:30pm

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Recertification Course Members: $150 | Teen: $175 | Non-Members: $200 Sunday, March 12th 12:00-8:00pm Sunday, April 23rd 10:00am-6:30pm 18

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AQUATICS HELPING YOU GET STARTED VIEW PERPETUAL SWIM PRICES

PERPETUAL SWIM LESSONS WE MAKE IT EASY!

CHOOSE A TIME AND IT’S YOURS FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR!

Parents of preschool and school-aged swimmers, simply choose a time that fits your schedule and keep that time through the whole school year! Our instructors will place your child in the appropriate swim level. As your child’s skills develop, our instructors will move them to the appropriate swim level within the same time slot.

Time Slots: Preschool stages 1-4 (ages 3-5) School Age stages 1-6 (ages 6-12) Tuesday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Tuesday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM Tuesday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM Tuesday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM Wednesday, 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Wednesday, 4:00 PM – 4:40 PM Wednesday, 6:05 PM - 6:35 PM Wednesday, 4:45 PM– 5:25 PM Thursday, 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM Thursday, 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM Thursday, 5:55 PM - 6:35 PM Contact Angelica Mayne to learn more at: amayne@metrowestymca.org To register, call us at: 508-879-4420.

YES

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A / WATER DISCOVERY PC A

Is the student comfortable working with an instruc- tor without a parent in the water?

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B / WATER EXPLORATION PC B

Will the student go underwater voluntarily?

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1 / WATER ACCLIMATION PS 1 / SA 1

Can the student do a front and back float on their own?

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2 / WATER MOVEMENT PS 2 / SA 2

Can the student swim 10 - 15 yards on their own front and back?

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3 / WATER STAMINA PS 3 / SA 3

Can the student swim 15 yards of front and back crawl?

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Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke across the pool?

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Can the student respond to verbal cues and jump on land?

Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl, breast-stroke, and butterfly across the pool and back?

4 / STROKE INTRODUCTION

PS 4 / SA 4 5 / STROKE DEVELOPMENT

SA 5 6 / STROKE MECHANICS

SA 6

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AQUATICS YOUTH

A, B, C, PRESCHOOL, SCHOOL AGE 1-2 PRICING: 30-min class: Sunday class: Family Member: $92 Family Member: $79 Youth Member: $125 Youth Member: $108 Non-Member: $185 Non-Member: $159

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PARENT & CHILD A, B Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences. Parents will learn about water safety, drowning prevention and the importance of supervision. At level B, accompanied by a parent, the children prepare for the transition to preschool level aquatics by encouraging purposeful movement through audio and/or visual cues.

Ages 6-24 Months (A) & Ages 2-3 (B) A Monday: 10:35-11:05am Thursday: 9:10-9:40am Saturday: 9:20-9:50am Sunday: 9:10-9:40am

B Monday: 4:15-4:45pm Tuesday: 9:25-9:55am Friday: 9:25-9:55am Friday: 3:40-4:10pm Saturday: 9:55-10:25am Sunday: 9:45-10:15am

This program is designed to allow participants in our Parent/Child Program to build on the confidence they have previously achieved in Parent/Child Stages A & B as well as welcome participants over the age of 3 into our swim lesson program. Parents will be in the water for support, guidance and safety to allow participants to challenge their swim and social skills in an aquatic group lesson setting. Instructors will encourage participants to practice skills away from parents at certain times providing participants with the assurance that their parents are nearby.

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Monday: 4:15-4:45pm Monday: 4:50-5:20pm Monday: 5:25-5:55pm Tuesday: 10:00-10:30am Wednesday: 9:25-9:55am Thursday: 9:45-10:15am Thursday: 3:25-3:55pm Friday: 10:00-10:30am

Friday: 3:40-4:10pm Friday: 4:50-5:20pm Friday: 5:25-5:55pm Friday: 6:00-6:30pm Saturday: 8:10-8:40am Saturday: 8:45-9:15am Saturday: 10:30-11:00am Sunday: 9:10-9:40am Sunday: 12:40-1:10pm

PRESCHOOL 2: WATER MOVEMENT

PARENT & CHILD C

C Wednesday: 10:35-11:05am Thursday: 4:00-4:30pm Friday: 4:15-4:45pm

Designed for beginners with little to no swimming experience or are uncomfortable in the water. In this stage, students increase their comfort with the water with underwater exploration and basic self- rescue skills performed with assistance. Ages 3-5

Saturday: 10:30-11:00am Sunday: 10:20-10:50am

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Must have successfully completed Stage 1 or be comfortable going under water independently. In this stage, students increase their swimming ability with forward movement in the water and basic selfrescue skills performed independently. Ages 3-5 Monday: 4:50-5:20pm Monday: 5:25-5:55pm Monday: 6:00-6:30pm Tuesday: 10:35-11:05am Wednesday: 10:0010:30am Wednesday: 3:25-3:55pm Wednesday: 6:40-7:10pm Thursday: 3:25-3:55pm Thursday: 6:40-7:10pm Friday: 10:35-11:05am

Friday: 4:15-4:45pm Friday: 4:50-5:20pm Friday: 5:25-5:55pm Saturday: 8:10-8:40am Saturday: 8:45-9:15am Saturday: 9:20-9:50am Saturday: 11:05-11:35am Sunday: 9:45-10:15am Sunday: 12:40-1:10pm

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SCHOOL AGE 1: WATER ACCLIMATION Designed for beginners with little to no swimming experience or are uncomfortable in the water. In this stage, students increase their comfort with the water with underwater exploration and basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Ages 6-13 Monday: 4:50-5:20pm Monday: 6:00-6:30pm Tuesday: 4:00-4:30pm Tuesday: 6:40-7:10pm Wednesday: 5:30-6:00pm Thursday: 4:35-5:05pm

PRESCHOOL 3: WATER STAMINA Must have successfully completed Stage 2 or be able to submerge and blow out air, jump in, float on back and front for 10 seconds, tread water for 10 seconds, front and back glide 5 yards, and swim, roll, float, roll, swim 5 yards all independently. In this stage, students develop intermediate self-rescue skills performed for longer durations and distances than previous stages. Ages 3-5 Monday: 5:25-5:55pm Wednesday: 3:25-3:55pm Wednesday: 6:40-7:10pm Thursday: 6:40-7:10pm Friday: 6:00-6:30pm Friday: 6:35-7:05pm Saturday: 9:20-9:50am Saturday: 11:40-12:10pm Sunday: 10:20-10:50am

Friday: 4:50-5:20pm Friday: 5:25-5:55pm Saturday: 9:55-10:25am Saturday: 10:30-11:00am Sunday: 11:30-12:00pm

SCHOOL AGE 2: WATER MOVEMENT Must have successfully completed Stage 1 or be comfortable going under water independently. In this stage, students increase their swimming ability with forward movement in the water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently. Ages 6-13 Monday: 4:15-4:45pm Monday: 6:35-7:05pm Tuesday: 4:35-5:05pm Tuesday: 6:40-7:10pm Wednesday: 6:05-6:35pm Thursday: 4:00-4:30pm Friday: 4:15-4:45pm Friday: 6:00-6:30pm Saturday: 9:55-10:25am Saturday: 11:05-11:35am Sunday: 12:05-12:35pm

PRESCHOOL 4: STROKE INTRODUCTION Must have successfully completed Level 3 - or can swim 15 yards with face in the water, submerge and retrieve an object from the bottom, swim on back 10 yards independently, tread water 30 seconds, jump in independently and swim to wall. Ages 3-5.

Monday: 6:35-7:05pm Wednesday: 6:05-6:35pm Thursday: 6:40-7:10pm Friday: 6:35-7:05pm Saturday: 11:40-12:10pm Sunday: 10:55-11:25am

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AQUATICS YOUTH SCHOOL 3: WATER STAMINA Must have successfully completed Stage 2 or be able to submerge and blow out air, jump in, float on back and front for 20 seconds, tread water for 10 seconds, front and back glide 10 yards, and swim, roll, float, roll, swim 5 yards all independently. In this stage, students develop intermediate self-rescue skills performed for longer durations and distances than previous stages. Ages 6-13 Monday: 4:15-4:55pm Monday: 5:00-5:40pm Friday: 4:15-4:55pm Friday: 5:00-5:40pm Saturday: 8:30-9:10am Saturday: 10:45-11:25am Sunday: 10:15-10:55am

SCHOOL 4: STROKE INTRODUCTION Must have successfully completed Stage 3 or be able to swim, float, swim 25 yards any stroke, swim 15 yards on back and front, jump in and swim 10 yards, tread water for a minute. In this stage, students are introduced to basic stroke technique in freestyle and backstroke and water safety through treading water and elementary backstroke. Ages 6-13.

Monday: 5:00-5:40pm Monday: 5:45-6:25pm Friday: 5:00-5:40pm Friday: 5:45-6:45pm Saturday: 8:30-9:10am Saturday: 9:15-9:55am Saturday: 10:45-11:25am Sunday: 11:00-11:40am

SCHOOL AGE 5: STROKE DEVELOPMENT Must have successfully completed Stage 4 or be able to swim 25 yards any stroke and perform freestyle with rotary breathing, backstroke, elementary backstroke, tread water for a minute, breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. In this stage, students are introduced to a full breaststroke and butterfly and water safety through treading water and sidestroke.

Ages 6-13.

Monday: 5:45-6:25pm Monday: 6:30-7:10pm Friday: 5:45-6:25pm Friday: 6:30-7:10pm Saturday: 9:15-9:55am Saturday: 10:00-10:40am Saturday: 11:30-12:10pm Sunday: 11:45am-12:25pm

SCHOOL AGE 6: STROKE MECHANICS Must have successfully completed Stage 5 or be able to swim 50 yards any stroke and perform freestyle with bent arm recovery, backstroke, sidestroke, breaststroke, and butterfly for 25 yards, tread water for 2 minutes, and be able to dive. In this stage, students refine their stroke technique in all major competitive strokes, build endurance, and are encouraged to swim as part of a healthy lifestyle. Ages 6-13 Monday: 6:30-7:10pm Friday: 6:30-7:10pm Saturday: 10:00-10:40am Saturday: 11:30-12:10pm Sunday: 12:30-1:10pm

SCHOOL AGE 3-6 PRICING: 40-min class: Sunday class: Family Member: $98 Family Member: $84 Youth Member: $133 Youth Member: $114 Non-Member: $203 Non-Member: $174

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HOMESCHOOL SWIM 7-week session: Member: $92 | Youth $125 | Non-Member: $185 Tuesdays Swim Lesson: 2:15-2:45pm Free Swim: 2:45-3:10pm

AQUATICS ADULTS

ADULT SWIM LESSONS: A, B, C Mon-Sat class: Sunday class: Family Member: $92 Family Member: $79 Youth Member: $125 Youth Member: $108 Non-Member: $185 Non-Member: $159

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ADULT SWIM LESSONS: A, B, C A: Adult Stage A is an introductory class for adults who have minimal to no swimming experience or are hesitant about performing skills in the water.

Focus in the class will be on submersion, front and back floats, as well as how to make forward movement in the water. Ages 18+ B: Adult Stage B will focus on beginner stroke technique (front and back crawl), confidence in and around deep water, combination skills, safety and endurance. It is recommended that adults successfully complete Adult Stage A prior to registering for this course. Ages 18+ C: Adults in Stage C will continue to build on skills they have mastered in Stages A and B. Participants will improve their endurance while refining their technique for each of the major swim strokes.

It is recommended that adults successfully complete Adult Stages A and B prior to registering for this course. For more advanced swimmers looking to swim laps while receiving feedback on their technique, please refer to the Masters Swim program. Ages 18+ Adult A Adult B Monday: 12:15-12:45pm Monday: 12:50-1:20pm Tuesday: 6:40-7:10pm Wednesday: 10:00Wednesday: 9:2510:30am 9:55am Thursday: 6:40-7:10pm Saturday: 8:10-8:40am Saturday: 8:45-9:15am Sunday: 10:55-11:25am Sunday: 11:30-12:00pm Adult C Monday: 1:25-1:55pm Wednesday: 10:3511:05am Wednesday: 6:40-7:10pm

Saturday: 11:05-11:35am Sunday: 12:05-12:35pm

MASTERS SWIM Open to adults 19 years and older the program is volunteer led and features workouts and drills. Ages 19+ Pricing coming soon!

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:15-6:10am

AI CHI NON-SWIMMERS WELCOME! Ai Chi is a water exercise and relaxation program that consists of a sequence of slow, broad movements of the arms and legs. Ai Chi is used for pain management, back pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and orthopedic problems. Ages 18+ Members $15 | Non-Members $30 Thursday, 10:20 AM - 11:05 AM

WATER AEROBICS (45 minutes) Aerobic water workout focuses on coordination, flexibility, endurance and toning. Adaptable from beginners to experienced participants. Non-swimmers welcome!

Ages 18+ Members $15 | Non-Members $30 Monday: 11:15-12:00pm Wednesday: 11:15-12:00pm Friday: 11:15-12:00pm

WATER AEROBICS (55 minutes) $18 | Non-Members $36 Monday: 7:15-8:10pm Thursday: 7:15-8:10pm

WATER WALKING (BEGINNER) Total body workout with less impact on joints and more resistance than land walking. One half hour of water walking is equal to 2 hours on land. Ages 18+ Members $15 | Non-Members $30 Tuesday: 11:15-12:00pm

WATER WALKING (ADVANCED) Total body workout with less impact on joints and more resistance than land walking. One half hour of water walking is equal to 2 hours on land. Ages 18+ Members $15 | Non-Members $30 Thursday: 11:15-12:00pm

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COOKING YOUTH & FAMILIES FAMILY DINNER NIGHTS @ THE OUTDOOR CENTER

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Fun for one or the whole family! Spend some quality time together while cooking a delicious, healthy meal!

Each class we will explore a new culture by tasting their recipes and learning about commonly used spices and traditions!

Price for anyone 3 and over, under 3 is free! Members: $15 per person | Non-Members: $20 per person Cooking Around the World: Lebanese Friday, March 31st, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Cooking Around the World: Vietnamese Friday, April 14th, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

CHOPPED IS BACK! Come join us for a family friendly competition! You will be given a basket of mystery festive ingredients and will have one hour to create a delicious meal! Limit 5 families Members: $35 per family (2-6 people) | Non-Members: $45 per family (2-6 people) March 17th 5:30-7:00 PM at the Hopkinton Outdoor Center CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

COOKING WITH THE LITTLES In this class parents/guardians and children learn cooking skills and explore new foods and flavors together! We will prepare a delicious kid-friendly recipe and make a related craft. Ages 3-6. Sign up for one or all of the classes! Classes are from 10:30am-12:00pm in Hopkinton unless otherwise noted.

Members: $15/child/class | Nonmembers: $20/child/class Cooking with Dr. Seuss Friday, March 10th 10:30-12:00pm at Hopkinton Bright colors and flavors!

Saturday, March 25th 10:30-12:00pm at the Framingham branch Spring Harvest Friday, April 7th 10:30-12:00pm at Hopkinton CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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WEIGHTLOSS & NUTRITION YOUTH, TEEN & ADULT HEALTHY FAMILIES This 8-week program is designed to help your family learn practical ways to incorporate healthy eating and exercising into their lives. This class will meet twice a week. On Mondays, registered dietitian, Maggie Lynch will lead family nutrition then the group will do physical activity together with a certified personal trainer. This program will also meet on Saturdays to engage in fun, instructor-led games designed to increase your heart rate! Children must attend with an adult in their family. Evidence shows that weight management programs for children are more effective when the whole family is involved.

This program is offered FREE to the community thanks to a generous grant by Boston Scientific.

Next session begins Monday, April 24th Contact Maggie Lynch RDN, LDN at MLynch2@metrowestymca.org for more information.

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WEIGH TO CHANGE Join us for Weigh to Change, a 10-week lifestyle change program. Bring out your best self with help from our personal trainers, coaches, and Registered Dietitian!

This program includes: ● 10 personal training sessions, 30 mins each ● 3 small groups training sessions per week (45 minutes each).

(Monday and Thursday at 7:15 PM and Saturday at 9:00 AM) ● 2 one-on-one nutrition consultations with a registered dietitian ● 2 Styku body scans (to measure progress and muscle changes) ● Educational workshops ● Ongoing support from our wellness team with newsletters and tips for success Member: $493 | Youth/Teen: $616 | Non-Member: $986

Next session starts Monday, March 27th

Interested in joining our session in Spring 2? Contact Maggie Lynch RDN, LDN at MLynch2@metrowestymca.org to get on our waitlist!

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HEALTHY YOU This 12-week program takes a whole-person approach to weight loss that focuses on multiple dimensions of well-being.

Tuesdays, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM ● Learn how to create a successful relationship with food and exercise. ● Gain strategies for tackling stress, environmental distractions, poor sleep, and feeling overwhelmed. ● Create pathways for achieving your goals of balance, mindfulness, and sustained progress. ● Participants will receive a downloadable Healthier You in 2022 journal to help track their progress.

Members $160 | Nonmembers $320

Next session begins Tuesday, April 25th

Interested in joining our session in Spring 2? Contact Maggie Lynch RDN, LDN 23 at MLynch2@metrowestymca.org to get on our waitlist!

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GROUP EXERCISE

YOUTH, TEEN & ADULT

GROUP EXERCISE FREE MEMBER BENEFIT! Members enjoy unlimited group exercise classes. We offer more than 45 classes a week in-person and/or online.

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Reservations on Motionvibe are prefered but not required.

VINYASSA FLOW POWER YOGA GENTLE YOGA YOGA STRENGTH CYCLE SCULPT CYCLING GROUP POWER GROUP ACTIVE ZUMBA

BOLLY X PLATES PILOXING ESSENTRICS® SENIOR FITNESS TRX STEP & STRENGTH STRENGTH CIRCUIT TAI CHI

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POWER YOGA

CHAIR YOGA

SENIOR FITNESS

CHECK OUT OUR EXTENSIVE SCHEDULE!

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FITNESS

YOUTH, TEEN, ADULT

BOXING

CARDIO KIDS

Boxing is a fun and cool way to work out! In this boxing class you will learn boxing education and technique and improve your cardiovascular fitness. Throughout the weekly classes you will learn different boxing movements and use different equipment to defend yourself as well as get a good workout to hit your fitness goals.

Family Member: $85 | Youth Member: $115 | Non-Member: $170

Cardio Kids is a fun movement based class. There will be exercise challenges, relays, games, and kids might even learn how to use equipment in the Wellness Center. Ages 7-13.

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ADULT BOXING

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Family Member: FREE | Youth Member: $98 | Non-Member: $156 Tuesdays, 4:15 pm (30 min).

Instructor: Anthony

TEEN WEIGHTLIFTING

Wednesdays, 7:15 pm (60 min) Instructor: Francois

TEEN BOXING Ages 11-16 Tuesdays, 5:00 pm (60 min) Instructor: Francois

ADVANCED BOXING Building off what was learned in Boxing, participants will start to increase combinations and work on more advanced footwork.

Family Member: $85 | Youth Member $115 | Non-Member: $170 Thursdays, 5:00 pm (60 min) Instructor: Francois

CYCLE POWER Improve your cardiovascular fitness and lower body leg strength through this high level cycle class. Pre and post power tests will be performed for participants to see their improvement. Throughout the session, participants will work at intensities specific to them based on their power tests. Power cycle is open to all as intensities are customized for you and a class must if you are an avid outdoor cyclist, triathlete or looking to improve your cardiovascular fitness. Ages 12+

Teens will learn the basics of weightlifting/ strength training using a variety of tools (kettlebells, dumbbells, and barbells). Teens will learn how to perform basic strength training movements like bench press, squat, and deadlift properly and then build their strength and confidence in the Wellness Center throughout the class.

Ages 11-16.

Family Member: $85 | Youth Member: $115 | Non-Member: $170 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Mondays, 5:00 pm (60 min) Instructor: Francois Fridays, 5:00 pm (60 min) Instructor: Nick

POWERFUL GIRLS Perfect class for young girls looking to begin exercising and exploring movement in the wellness center. The class will teach girls total body movements, use different equipment, and build confidence. Ages 9-14 Family Member $85 | Youth Member $115 | Non-Member $170 Saturdays, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM (60 min) Instructor: Danielle CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Family Member: $85 | Youth Member $115 | Non-Member $170 Fridays, 6:00 am (60 min) Instructor: Katrina

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FITNESS

TEEN, ADULT STRENGTH TRAINING FOR ATHLETES

STRENGTH TRAINING FOR RUNNERS

Full body workout that will improve the athlete’s strength, speed, flexibility, and agility. This program will include sport specific movement and is intended for high school athletes (Ages 14-18) to excel in their performance.

Running can take a toll on the body. Strength training can help runners feel stronger, run faster, and prevent injuries. This class will have runners work on strengthening their total body, focus on balance, and build to higher intensity exercises all to support their running goals.

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Family Member: $85 | Youth Member: $115 | Non-Member: $170 Wednesdays, 5:00 pm (60 min) Instructor: Francois

Family Member: $64 | Youth Member: $80 | Non-Member: $128 Wednesdays, 6:15 am (60 min) Instructor: Katrina

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STRENGTH TRAINING FOR GOLFERS Golf is a complex sport requiring coordination, strength, power, and endurance. This class focuses on strength training, core and mobility to help golfers move and hopefully play better.

Family Member: $64 | Youth Member: $80 | Non-Member: $128 Wednesdays, 12:00 pm (60 min) Instructor: Leo

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YOGA HEALING Slow flow and hands on myofascial release. After about a 40min slow vinyasa flow, the instructor, Nissa, will manually help release tension through active stretching and sustained pressure on the body of students, using pressure points based on Shiatsu. This is a hands-on and educational class.

Family Member: $117 | Youth Member: $158 | Non-Member: $234 Mondays, 6:30-7:45 pm CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Instructor: Nissa

SWIMMING BASICS FOR TRIATHLON Ever wanted to do a triathlon, but the swim portion scared you? Beginner swimmer looking to improve your freestyle for endurance or open water swimming. This class is a great entry level class to help swimmers get comfortable breathing when swimming, improve their swimming propulsion and decrease their drag.

Family Member: $61 | Youth Member: $77 | Non-Member: $122 Thursdays, 7:15-8:10 am – 5 weeks starting March 2 Instructor: Katrina CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

FT (FUNCTIONAL TRAINING) FT is a fun, energetic high intensity interval training class, or HIIT. The progressive programming will improve your endurance, muscular strength, and power through total body exercises making you FIT.

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Mon-Fri 6 AM Mon-Fri 6 PM Mon, Wed, Fri 10:30 AM Tues & Thurs 7 AM Sat 10 AM Sun 12 PM

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FITNESS CHALLENGES & FUN RUNS!

5K Fun Run! May 27, 2023 Join the MetroWest YMCA as a runner or volunteer!

Expresso Rally Ongoing through the month of February!

Join anytime. Every mile you ride earns us $1.10 for adults, $2.10 for kids.

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Powerlifting Competition May 7th START TRAINING NOW!

Indoor Triathlon: April 2nd Questions? Contact Katrina Ladd at: kladd@metrowestymca.org

The competition will be here before you know it!

Questions? Contact Katrina Ladd at: kladd@metrowestymca.org

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PREVENTION AND WELLNESS Evidence Based Health and Intervention (EBHI) FRAMINGHAM BRANCH Meet Laura, she coordinates and leads all EBHI programs. Most of the following programs are offered FREE on an ongoing basis once we have enough interest.

Learn more and enroll anytime by contacting Laura Gilbert at: lgilbert@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x232

Members enjoy unlimited FREE Group Exercise classes!

Our Prevention and Wllness team offers evidence-based programs to help you or your loved one prevent, address, and have the support to reclaim health.

PROGRAMS STARTING IN SPRING ENHANCE FITNESS - Starts Monday, May 8, 2023 This is an evidence-based group exercise program for older adults that offers simple, easy-to-learn movements, designed to deliver cardio exercise, strength training, flexibility, and balance. The goal of the program is to motivate participants to improve overall function and well-being. It may help you prevent falls and help with symptoms of arthritis. The class can be done seated or standing and the exercises are modified for individuals' needs and abilities. The class is 16 weeks and meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 1:30 - 2:30pm. This class is FREE to active Y members.

ONGOING PROGRAMS: JOIN ANYTIME! YMCA BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING PROGRAM This is an evidence-based 4-month program that helps participants with hypertension lower their blood pressure through a combination of blood pressure self-monitoring, nutrition education seminars, and personalized support from a trained Healthy Heart Ambassador. Participants will receive a FREE blood pressure cuff and attend free monthly nutrition webinars. Open, ongoing enrollment when the qualifiying participant is ready. Sessions provided in person or virtually.

Members: FREE | Non-Members: FREE Thanks to a grant extension from September 2022 to August 2023.

LIVESTRONG® AT THE YMCA - Starts Tuesday, April 25, 2023

The Y and LIVESTRONG® have joined together to create LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, a research-based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health.

Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals. Participants learn endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance which helps to improve confidence and self-esteem by focusing on the whole person and not the disease. LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is helping people move beyond cancer in the spirit, mind, and body.

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is offered three times per year and is FREE to anyone living with or beyond cancer treatments and their support/caregiverfs are welcome. Contact Laura Gilbert to enroll.

WALK WITH EASE The Arthritis Foundation’s program, Walk with Ease, is a six week program that can teach you how to safely make physical activity part of your everyday life. This program includes a guidebook and a walking schedule to get you safely moving toward better health. Studies by the Thurston Arthritis Research Center and the Institute on Aging of the University of North Carolina show that Walk with Ease is proven to: Reduce the pain and discomfort of arthritis Increase balance, strength and walking pace Build confidence in your ability to be physically active SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS Improve overall health The Walk With Ease program is offered as a self-guided course Get on the list to be notified when the next or in a community setting.

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EBHI class starts! Fill out this form and someone from the Y will contact you:

PREVENTION AND WELLNESS TAI CHI FOR HEALTHY AGING AND BETTER BALANCE A class for older adults or people with balance concerns. The class uses the most beneficial practices from Tai Chi and other related arts to improve balance, reduce stress, reduce fear, and improve vitality. The class will help restore natural posture, breathing, and your life force to become stronger and improve vigor. This class is FREE to active Y members and meets weekly on Tuesdays, 11:45am - 12:45pm in Studio B.

PARKINSON'S DISEASE WELLNESS PROGRAMS This program is supported by a community grant from the Parkinson's Foundation.

PARKINSON'S EXERCISE: Members: FREE | Non-Members: FREE Mondays, 11:00 AM -11:45 AM Parkinson's Exercise is a class open to anyone with a neuromuscular or cerebrovascular condition such as Parkinson's, or Multiple Sclerosis. Each weekly class will include various exercises to help improve balance, mobility, strength, endurance, cognition, and flexibility. All exercises are modified to accommodate everyone's needs and abilities.

PWR!Moves: Members: FREE | Non-Members: FREE Wednesdays, 11:00 AM -11:45 AM PWR!Moves class, the core of our PD-specific functional exercise and physical therapy programs. The Basic 4 PWR!Moves are designed to each target a skill known to deteriorate in people with Parkinson disease, which often leads to loss of mobility and funcbon. The PWR!Moves can be practiced in multiple positions, made progressively more physically and cognitively challenging, and be used differently to target each person's unique symptoms individually.

PEDAL FOR PARKINSON'S:

Members: FREE I Non-members: FREE Fridays, 11:00 AM -12:00 PM and Sundays 12:00 PM -1:00 PM The MetroWest YMCA offers this program because regular exercise is one of the key components in treating the many symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic showed a 35 percent reduction in symptoms by the simple act of pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace, optimally 80-90 revolutions per minute. Fast pedaling is not a cure for Parkinson's disease, but there is compelling evidence to show that it does make a real difference in many who try it.

Requirements to participate: Must be over age 30 and diagnosed with Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease or another neurological condition· Physician approval is required, and we will have you sign a waiver.

It is recommended that you have a heart rate monitor and proper cycling equipment, including padded shorts, water, sneakers or clip-in shoes.

Participants must not have cardiac or pulmonary disease, uncontrolled mellitus, uncontrolled hypertension or stroke, dementia, or other medical conditions for which exercise poses a risk

VIRTUAL PARKINSON'S: Members: FREE | Non-Members: FREE Thursdays 11:45-12:30pm via Zoom This virtual class is open to anyone with a neuromuscular or cerebrovascular condition such as Parkinson's, or Multiple Sclerosis. Each weekly class will include various exercises to help improve balance, mobility, strength, endurance, cognition, flexibility and include some yoga poses. All exercises are modified to accommodate everyone's needs and abilities.

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LEADERSHIP & RESILIENCY TEEN PROGRAMS

Y CHANGEMAKER ACADEMY

SUMMER CAMP

The MetroWest YMCA Changemaker Academy is a paid internship and job-training program that helps teens succeed.

The Leader-In-Training (LIT) program is designed to build leaders both at camp and within their community.

LITs will participate in a large number of activities that are aimed at building their own unique leadership skills; team building, values sessions, positive rolemodeling, and problem-solving. LITs may engage in student-driven service-learning projects, and develop the talents necessary to work with their peers and younger children. By the time their session concludes, they will have the leadership skills to become MetroWest YMCA community champions!

PAID INTERNSHIP AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FRAMINGHAM

It is for MetroWest area High School students ages 14 - 19.

It includes: 16-week leadership curriculum taught on Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 PM (dinner provided), at the MetroWest YMCA Framingham Branch, 280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701 Led by YMCA staff 8-week on-the-job training: 2-5 hours/week in role (e.g., childcare, operations, facilities, aquatics, sports, marketing, and more!)

Opportunities for advancement Be part of a team that is making our community stronger FREE Membership included with internship The next session begins on March 2nd.

Drop-in informational sessions will be held on February 16th and 23rd from 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm at the Framingham Branch.

Email Danielle Herman, Youth and Teen Director, at: DHerman@metrowestymca.org to learn more!

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LEADER-IN-TRAINING COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING FRAMINGHAM & HOPKINTON

Eligibility for LITs: Entering Grades 7 and 8 Complete and submit an LIT Program Application Commit to a full two-week program: ​Weeks 3 & 4 (July 10 - July 21) Weeks 5 & 6 (July 24 - August 4) Weeks 7 & 8 (August 7 - 18) Counselors in Training (CITs) is for teens entering 9th/10th grade who want to be a part of a working team and leadership community at our summer learning camp. CITs will be trained and supported to engage with younger campers, act as role models, and lead others. We ask teens to commit to 4+ weeks of camp.

Eligibility for CITs: Entering Grades 9 & 10 Complete an application & in-person interview Commit to the full training week (Camp OCP Only) Commit to at least 4 of the 8 remaining program weeks

LEARN MORE AT OUR CAMP PAGE

FRAMINGHAM DROP-OFF YOUTH PROGRAMS Bring your kids to the Y for a night out while you take yourselves out for adult time! We will have games, activities, crafts, and more. Preregistration is required for this event. All children must be able to use the bathroom independently. Ages 3-12.

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM March 3 March 24 April 14 Family Member $20 Youth Member $27 Non-Member $40

SATURDAY NIGHTS ARE Y NIGHT!!

KIDS’ DAY OUT PROGRAM

GRADES 5 – 8

Kids Day Out is for children in grades K-5 that are off from school and want to get out of the house. Our day will be planned with physical activities, arts & crafts, swim time, and more. Pre-registration is required.

Questions? Contact Jen at: jhyman@metrowestymca.org or x281

Y Night is a drop-in program for youth in grades 5-8.

Y Night is offered and no charge, and runs on most Saturdays during the school year, 7:15 -9:45 pm.

The first one in 2023 is on Feb 18th!

The MetroWest YMCA closes at 7 pm for our general membership and reopens at 7:15 pm for our Y Night youth only! Youth can choose from a variety of activities that may include basketball and other gymnasium-based games, ping-pong, air hockey and swimming. Participants may also have access to the Youth and Family and turf areas of our Wellness Center. Or, they can just hang out with their friends while meeting new friends. Our Y Night staff and volunteers act as positive role models as they facilitate, supervise and engage in these activities with our teens. Y Night starts with a “group huddle” that lasts about 10-15 minutes. The “huddle” is an opportunity to welcome youth who are new to the program, review the schedule of activities for the evening, discuss our core values, and may address any concerns or questions the teens or staff may have. Additionally, we provide a healthy 5component meal.

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM March 9 April 7 Family member $64 | Youth Member $80 | Non-Member $128

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APRIL VACATION PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS

FRAMINGHAM & HOPKINTON APRIL VACATION "KIDS IN THE KITCHEN" @ Outdoor Center in Hopkinton

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Looking for a hands on program for your child to engage in while school is out? Kids in the kitchen will teach children basic cooking skills while also learning how to cook healthy, delicious recipes!

Ages 5-12. Program runs daily from 9:00am-1:00pm Members: $50 | Youth/Teen Membership: $75 | Nonmembers: $100 Tuesday, April 18th: Spanish Tapas! Explore the Spanish culture through mini shared plates; patatas bravas, homemade bread with various dipping sauces, brussels sprouts with bacon jam, and Spanish tortilla Wednesday, April 19th: Garden Favorites- plant seeds, explore the gardens and cook recipes with a Spring harvest in mind!

Thursday, April 20th: Scratch Italian Cooking- linguine and raviolis, homemade meatballs & sauce with vegetable masterpiece!

Friday, April 21st: Chinese cuisine- General Tso’s chicken, veggie fried rice, fortune cookies & traditional dessert

APRIL VACATION AT THE FRAMINGHAM BRANCH Tuesday, April 18-Friday, April 21

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

We offer a full-day program that runs from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with AM and PM care available. The program offers: Structure day planned out with sports, games, arts & crafts, swimming Healthy lunch provided from our very own kitchen More information to follow with schedules, activities, and plans for each day, along with a lunch menu from our kitchen.

In order to provide the best care for your child, we are asking parents to complete a CampDoc profile for each child. Each parents will receive an email from CampDoc to create an account. If you have an account already, please log in and double check that your child’s information is correct.

9:00-4:00pm Extended Care Options: 7:30-9:00; 4:00-6:00 Family Members $72/Youth Members$97/Community Members $144 Extended Care: $13/$17/$26

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CLEARBROOK FAMILY SWIM CLUB MEMBERSHIP Join the Clearbrook Family Swim Club!

Opening Saturday, June 17, 2023 Join us for the 2023 season! We look forward to a summer filled with water games, swimming lessons, family events, and of course, cornhole, ping pong, and tetherball!

MetroWest YMCA Clearbrook Family Swim Club 120 Parker Road, Framingham MA 01702 Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Full season and half-season options available.

1st half: June 17-July 31 2nd half: August 1 - Sept 4

Clearbrook Swim Club Swim Lessons!

Twice a week for four weeks

Session dates: June 26-July 21 Monday and Wednesday (8 lessons) Session dates: July 24 - August 18 Monday/Wednesday | Tuesday/Thursday (8 lessons)

Four times a week for two weeks

Session dates: June 26-July 6 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Classes: 2 week (8 lessons) Session dates: July 10th - July 20th, July 254th - August 3, August 7 - August 17th Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Classes: 2 weeks - 8 lessons

Member Registration Opens March 6th!

MEMBERS: Add the Clearbrook Family Swim Club membership to your current membership at the rates below: Y Family Memberships: The Best Value! Full Summer $285 | Half Summer $155 Y Adult Memberships: Add the rest of your household and upgrade to a Clearbrook Membership. Full Summer $460 | Half Summer $280 Y Youth Memberships: Add the rest of your household and upgrade to a Clearbrook Membership. Full Summer $595 | Half Summer $335 COMMUNITY MEMBER: Full Summer $790** **Your Summer membership at Clearbrook also gives you full access to the MetroWest YMCA including the Framingham Branch and the Family Outdoor Center in Hopkinton.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER www.metrowestymca.org/clearbrook-family-swim-club

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SATURDAY ADVENTURE CLUBS! OUTDOOR CENTER

(Included in a Framingham full-access membership) YOUNG EXPLORER SERIES Workshops every other Sunday during Spring 1 from 1p – 3p Members: $7 per workshop | Non-members: $14 per workshop This workshop series is geared towards youth ages 7-10 who are looking to get out exploring, perhaps for the first time, and would like to learn some basic outdoor skills. Participants can attend just one, or all of these stand-alone workshops.

3/5 – Guided hike/Map-reading/Compass 101 - Learn the basics of map reading and compass work before testing your skills on the level 1 orienteering course 3/19 – Animal tracking - Learn how to identify some of the basic tracks you might encounter on the trails around the 120 acres of campus 4/2 – Shelter-Building 101 – Learn the basics for building a wilderness shelter to keep you dry when the weather turns rough 4/16 - Plant ID - As we move into spring, learn how to identify the plants and trees that are changing around us CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

WILD ADVENTURERS Every Saturday from March 4th – April 15th from 1p – 4p Members: $130 | Non-members: $180 This 7-week program is aimed at 9-12 year olds who are looking for more of a technical training series on a variety of outdoor ed activities including team-building/low elements, navigational challenges, archery, camping/backpacking basics, basic first aid, an intro to outdoor cooking, rock climbing, and an overnight campout on-site in our fort-building area.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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ADVENTURE FOR ALL AGES OUTDOOR CENTER

The Family Outdoor Center (FOC) in Hopkinton, MA, has outdoor fun and adventure for the whole family! In addition to the programs below, members can enjoy its sports fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, hiking trails, and a picnic grove.

ARCHERY

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Beginner/Intermediate Archery Youth and Adult (ages 6 and up) Saturdays March 4th – April 15th from 9am – 10am Members: $90 | Youth & Teen: $95 | Non-Members $180 Our Beginner/Intermediate Archery program works on foundational archery skills: identifying the parts of the bow and arrow, how to hold equipment, stance, and other information. All equipment is provided!

Advanced Archery Youth and Adult (ages 8 and up) Saturdays March 4th – April 15th from 10:15am – 11:15am Members: $90 | Youth & Teen: $95 | Non-Members $180 The Advanced Archery class provides an environment in which students will hone in on their form, learn range/competition commands, and learn care of essential gear such as stringing, waxing, & refletching. To participate you MUST have instructor approval.

GEOCACHING

Intro to Geocaching Saturday, March 4th from 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Members: FREE!

INDOOR ROCK-CLIMBING Adult Belay Class

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Ages 18+ March 10th from 5pm – 7pm & April 14th from 5pm – 7pm.

Members: $25 | Non-members: $35 Calling all parents, guardians, and siblings over age 18!!

Register for a learn-to-belay class so that YOU may learn how to manage the ropes and take charge of your family’s life line! Once a participant passes the course, you will have the ability to belay your family and approved guests during Open Climb.

ORIENTEERING

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Intro to Orienteering Saturday April 1st from 12p – 2p

Members: FREE! Non-members: $5/person or $15/family of 4 New to orienteering? Looking to enhance your navigational skills and map-reading abilities? Learn all about orienteering and work with a YMCA staff on our easier difficulty courses, before testing your skills on harder levels!

For a schedule of Family Cooking Nights & Youth Cooking Programs see page 24

Non-members: $5/person or $15/family of 4 Heard the term “geocache” but unsure what it means? Ever wanted to go on a treasure hunt? Come learn all about the worldwide publicly accessible treasure hunts that never end! Begin with an overview of geocaching and use of a GPS or the geocache app and then proceed out on your own or with a YMCA staff to try and locate some of the 8 geocaches hidden on 122 acres of outdoor property.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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FREE MEMBER PROGRAMS

OUTDOOR CENTER OPEN ARCHERY (DROP-IN)

Come and try out archery before signing up for classes, or practice on your own. All required equipment provided by the YMCA. You may bring your own recurve or compound bows provided draw weight is 30lbs or less, and only arrows with field/target points are allowed. Ages 6+

Members: FREE! | Non-members: $10/person or $25/family of 3+ Every Monday ....................................................... 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM in the Rec hall

OPEN CLIMB (DROP-IN) The indoor climbing gym is open to climbers of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Come and check out our climbing walls and be belayed by YMCA staff members. If you can be appropriately harnessed, you may climb. Anyone wishing to belay must have attended the Adult Belay Class. Check out Classes to find out how YOU can belay YOUR FAMILY by signing up for an Adult Belay Class! Ages 6+ Members FREE! | Non-members $10/person or $25/family of 3+ Every Friday.......................................................... 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM in the Rec hall

GLOW ZUMBA! Utilizing black-lights, glow-sticks, lanterns, other glowing objects, come see the rec hall in a new “light”.

Participants will receive glow bracelets, and necklaces at the door. Climb as high as you can and add a glowing star to the top of your climb! Ages 11+ Members: FREE! Friday, March 10....................................

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

ROCK CLIMBING & OPEN REC Saturday March 11th, & 25th and April 15th 12:00pm – 3:00pm Members FREE: Non-members $10 per climber Not able to attend our Friday night climbs? Come check out our indoor rock walls at an additional time slot! Also NEW available will be a variety of rec activities Walking in aincluding Winter Wonderland cornhole, pickleball, giant Connect 4, indoor horseshoes, soccer or borrow some disc golf discs to try out our 3-hole practice range.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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SUMMER CAMP AT THE Y! Ages 3-16

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NON-MEMBER Registration for Summer Day Camp Opens on March 1st!

Learn more about our six award-winning summer day camps.

We serve youth ages 3-16 in our six, award-winning summer day camps in Hopkinton, Framingham, and Natick.

Every year, thousands of campers make lasting friendships, learn new skills and have positive experiences that help shape their futures.

We also offer leadership development programs for teens to receive training and work both as a camper or in a staff role. Learn more on our website. Financial aid is available.

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RENTALS & CORPORATE PROGRAMS OUTDOOR CENTER

RENTALS & RESERVATIONS AT THE FAMILY OUTDOOR CENTER

BOOK SPACE FOR CLUB EVENTS, CORPORATE OUTINGS & TEAM-BUILDING We have indoor and outdoor space available for rent to groups and individuals.

• Outdoor pavilions with picnic tables (max 100 guests) • Hayes Lodge (max 75 guests, small kitchen, AV/tech) • Recreation Lodge (max 100 guests, indoor climbing wall w/staff (additional) Space rental runs approximately $75/hr.

Contact 508-435-9345 x104.

YMCA-LED BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT THE OUTDOOR CENTER! Did you know you can throw your child’s next birthday party at our Family Outdoor Center? Imagine the fun activities of summer camp - archery, indoor rock climbing, ropes course - with your private group!

Basic packages start at $300. The following packages come with either indoor or outdoor (covered pavilion) space for a duration of three hours (90 minutes of YMCA staff-led activity instruction, 60 min. of private party time, and set-up/clean-up). You provide your own cake and refreshments.Participants in the activities must be 6+ years of age.

Not Your Average Party YMCA staff will lead participants through team-building activities and field games. Activities can be built around certain themes of communication, teamwork, leadership, or just fun team challenges. Up to 15 participants can participate in activities though more may attend the party.

Slime-Making Party YMCA staff will lead participants through the process of making slime (birthday child can choose from a selection of different styles of slime), and participants will be able to take some slime home with them. Up to 15 participants can take part though more may attend the party.

Archery Party USA archery-certified YMCA staff will provide 90 min. of archery instruction on our indoor range (outdoor range available depending on weather) for up to 15 people though more may attend the party. All archery equipment is provided.

Climbing Party YMCA ropes staff will provide 90 min. of bouldering and top-rope climbing instruction on our indoor climbing wall.

Bouldering is climbing side-to-side only a few feet off the ground and does not require harnesses or helmet, and multiple children can do it at once. Top-rope climbing is climbing up to the ceiling using a rope attached to a participants harness and attached to a staff member. Because of the nature of the dynamic belay only one child can top-rope climb at a time though other children may boulder while waiting. The cost for this party starts at $400 for 15 people climbing (more may attend the party).

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Please contact Tyler Reynolds with further questions and to determine open dates / availability, at: 508 435-9345 ext.104 or email at: treynolds@metrowestymca.org

MAKE AN IMPACT

Youth development. Healthy Living. Social Responsibility.

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CORPORATE WELLNESS & PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Does your business have an employee wellness program? The MetroWest YMCA may be able to help. We are a cause-driven charitable organization that offers programs and services that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. We can help you support your employees’ health and well-being, from physical fitness programming to group memberships and volunteer opportunities.

We also have opportunities for your company to give back and support the community.

Please contact Jenny Brennan at: jbrennan@metrowestymca.org to learn more.

Project ABC is a grant-funded program* run by the MetroWest YMCA that fosters youth development and strengthens families by connecting parents with young children to resources, education, and peers in their community.

Project ABC serves parents with children ages 0-8 in Ashland, Holliston, Hopkinton, and Natick by offering FREE: Regular playgroups to help prepare your child for school and beyond.

Community referrals and personal introductions to a large network of providers and services (e.g., education, health and safety, food, housing and utilities, etc.) to ensure your child has every advantage for success.

Educational resources such as books, videos, and articles to empower parents Do you want to learn more or get connected? Contact Ashleigh O'Halloran, Project ABC Director, at (508) 6651266 or ahalloran@metrowestymca.org *Project ABC is a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant program funded by the Department of Early Education and Care (ECC).

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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2023 ANNUAL MARATHON COMMUNITY BREAKFAST! MARCH 9, 2023 7:00 AM - 9:15 AM @ THE SHERATON

SUPPORT OUR MARATHON TEAM!

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