In May of this year, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy released an advisory calling attention to “the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in our country.” He noted that “poor or insufficient connection” leads to increased risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia for older adults, and even premature death.
That’s why the YMCA is so vitally important for so many. We bring people together—old people, young people, people who have faced serious illness and people who are training for marathons. People who are financially secure and people who are barely scraping by. People who grew up down the block and people who have crossed oceans to get here. We are here for all.
As one Rye Y member told us “The Y is a place where people make connections. I know a lot of friendships have been made —and revived — here. It’s so nice when you walk in some place and actually know somebody.”
Here at the Y, you can grow stronger by lifting weights. You can build endurance by swimming laps. You can prevent chronic disease through our evidence-based health programs. But you can also feed your soul in ways you may never have anticipated.
Knowing that loneliness and isolation can impact all ages, the Rye Y will offer two new programs this fall. Working in partnership with the Port Chester School District, we’ll launch Youth in Government, an exciting program that gives middle school students real-world experience in the legislative process. We will also offer an adults-only trip to Storm King Art Center. For details, see page 26. We hope that this will be the start of many fun trips together.
Also, check this guide (p 6) for perennial favorites that bring families together, including our Halloween Carnival in October, Family Nerf Nights and First Family Fridays every month.
The Rye Y has been creating “a culture of connection,” as Dr. Murthy recommends, for more than 109 years. Together, we will work to ensure that everyone, especially the most isolated and vulnerable, are able to experience all our Y community has to offer.
Sincerely,
CEO
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Mission Statement: The RYE YMCA is
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The Rye YMCA is an inclusive organization open to all. We welcome all people regardless of ability, age, background, ethnicity/race, faith, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation. The Y believes that, in a diverse world, we are stronger when we are inclusive, when our doors are open to all and when everyone has the opportunity to learn. grow and thrive.
The Rye YMCA offers financial assistance to anyone who cannot afford to become a member or participate in programs. This is made possible through the support of our donors and the Y’s fundraising efforts held throughout the year. Financial aid applications are available at www.ryeymca.org. Contact: BarbaraHughes@ryeymca.org
Visit www.ryeymca.org/membership to view membership information and rates
The Rye YMCA is a membership organization that values caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Membership is a privilege, not a right. We expect persons using the Y to behave in a mature and responsible way and to respect the rights and dignity of others. Members and guests are encouraged to notify staff if they are made to feel uncomfortable while using the Y. The Y has the right to suspend or cancel a membership if the member’s behavior or language violates a generally accepted standard of conduct.
AS A COMMUNITY CONSCIOUS MEMBER, I WILL BEHAVE IN A RESPONSIBLE WAY THAT RESPECTS THE RIGHTS, SAFETY AND DIGNITY OF ALL RYE YMCA MEMBERS. AS SUCH, I AGREE TO:
• All members must adhere to our current mask policy and follow hand sanitizing and hand washing protocol
• Make reservations as required, cancel as necessary and arrive and leave on time for my slot so others can enjoy the facility
• Speak in a respectful tone while discussing physical distancing or other concerns
• Follow specific rules relating to each department
Any member who does not comply with the new procedures and policies will be asked to leave the facility immediately.
All members and program participants must sign our waiver before entering the facility.
FACILITY CLOSINGS/DELAYS: The Rye Y will do its best to communicate delayed openings (and/or cancellations) as information becomes available to us. Decisions are based on local conditions as well as school delays and cancellations.
Here's how you can stay updated:
• Make sure we have your current email address and that you are receiving our regular emails
• Check top of our website for a red bar alert
• Download our new My Rye Y smart phone app at the Apple or Google store and say OK to Push notifications.
• "Like" us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ryeymca)
• Follow us on Twitter
• When in doubt, please call ahead.
This association does not carry medical/ accident insurance for members. Risks are assumed by the user.
a family-oriented community service organization which welcomes all people and promotes positive values through programs that build spirit, mind, and body.
The Rye YMCA reserves the right to take photos/video of participants for brochures and marketing purposes.
Please contact Member Services, 914-967-6363, if you have any questions about our program registration process.
All registration is online, including youth aquatics.
SESSION 1: SEPTEMBER 9-NOVEMBER 10
Family Member Youth/Adult Member Non-Member
Session 1
Online Registration www.ryeymca.org
August 9 8:00am
August 11 8:00am
August 16 8:00am
SESSION 2 STARTS NOVEMBER 11
First time users must create a new password to use our online registration system. Please click on the registration link and sign into your account with the email address associated with your Rye Y account. If your email address is not found, you will be prompted to try another email address or sign up for an account.
If your email is found, but you don’t remember your password, please click on “forgot password” and choose either to reset your password or receive a one-time code to log in.
Click here to register online
FEES ARE BASED ON A 9 WEEK SESSION.
PROGRAM CANCELLATION - NO REFUNDS AFTER FIRST WEEK OF CLASS
Program fees refunded only during the first week of classes, less a $15 processing fee with the submission of a request for refund form. We reserve the right to cancel any program that fails to meet minimum enrollment requirements and issue a full refund. No make-up classes will be provided if participant cannot make the dates and times of the program for which they are scheduled.
WEATHER OR FACILITY CLOSINGS - Please see page 3.
FAMILY PROGRAMS are about giving families the opportunities to deepen relationships, develop new skills and interests, improve their health and well-being, and connect to the community.
The Y is a hub of family activity. With a family-centric program schedule and healthy activities and events for the whole family to participate in both together and independently, our Family Membership offers the greatest value for your dollars. For two adults in a household, the fee is less than 2 individual adult memberships. Included in this fee, all children in your household receive FREE memberships. For further details or contact Barbara Hughes, Membership Engagement Director at 914-967-6363, ext. 102.
Family Membership Benefits include:
• Priority program registration and reduced member rates for programs
• A selection of free baby/toddler classes, p. 9-10
• Reduced rates in our Child Watch Program
• Access to all Y facilities, including two pools, Fitness Center, full size gymnasisum & outdoor playground
• Daily family swim time
• A schedule of weekly group exercise classes - for members age 14 and up,
• Family soft play and family basketball in our gymnasium
• Free participation in First Family Fridays and special events like our Families Play Free Week and more.
• Nationwide Membership entitles members to use hundreds of participating YMCA’s across the country
FIRST FAMILY FRIDAYS
6:30-7:30pm
Every 1st Friday of the month, we invite your family to join us for an evening activity with themed crafts, activities, snacks and fun. Questions: edwinsantos@ryeymca.org
October 6: Spooky Spectacular
November 3: Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter
Family: FREE; Youth: $16; Non-Member: $30 (per family)
Registration is required and space is limited.
ACTIVE FAMILY FRIDAY: NERF NIGHT
6:30-7:30pm
September 22
November 10
Family participation required.
Family: $25; Youth: $30; Non-Member: $35 Rates per family
Registration is required
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL
October 29, 1:00-3:00pm
Come in costume to play games, win prizes and enjoy healthy snacks. While activities are geared toward toddler and early elementary ages, everyone is welcome. (Children must be accompanied by adult.)
Free and open to the community
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Enjoy a night out while we provide a light dinner and a safe and fun environment! Registration is required
Ages 1-5
Storybook Activities listed below
Questions: edwinsantos@ryeymca.org
September 15: We’re going on a leaf Hunt
October 20: The Halloween Dog
November 17: Turkey Trouble
Ages 6 and up
Themed Activities listed below
September 15 – Fun with Foods
October 20 – Spooky Night
November 17 – Thankful
Questions: liliana@ryeymca.org
Family: $35/child; Youth: $47/child; Non-Member: $65/child (per event)
We offer financial aid through our Y Cares program, which is made possible by the support of donors.
Ages 18 months - 5 years
Regular Day: 9:00am- 4:00pm; Morning Care: 7:30am- 9:00am; Evening Care: 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Registration for Fall 2023 starts January 2 for returning children and January 23 for new children
The Early Learning Center is a nurturing place for children to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships, and build self-reliance. Our staff are caring, dedicated professionals who are trained in early childhood development. We offer a Toddler, Pre-School and Pre-K program.
Sample activities:
• Circle Time
• Arts & Crafts
• Cooking
• Music/Movement
• Literacy activity
• Games
• Healthy Lunch
• Sports/Gymnastics
• Swimming
• STEM
• Outdoor Play
• Nature fun
Learn more at ryeymca.org/childcare contact kathylynam@ryeymca.org or hcamacho@ryeymca.org
Grade K - 6; September - June
Rye YMCA and FE Bellows School in Rye Neck
@St. John’s Church, 122 Fenimore Rd. Fall 2023 Availability
Grand Opening Special - first month free!
Toddler: 18-35 months
Pre-School: 3-5 years
AM program: 8:45-11:30am
PM program: 12:30-3:15pm
Choose 3, 4 or 5-day options
Our caring child care team will engage children in learning and exploration using the highly-regarded “Creative Curriculum.
Children will also enjoy indoor and outdoor recreation, arts and crafts, games, sports, story time, STEM activities, healthy snacks and more!
A summer program will be offered onsite.
Details at: ryeymca.org/childcare
Email Kristen@ryeymca.org for a tour
Our after-school program focuses on nurturing each child in a safe and fun environment. Students are engaged in activites including: arts and crafts, outdoor play, STEM, yoga, sports and homework assistance. Tuition payable on a monthly basis.
Students attending the Rye Y program receive bus transportation from Rye City elementary schools, Parsons and Resurrection. Students attending the F.E. Bellows program receive transportation from Daniel Warren. Please contact Liliana Gudino or Kathy Lynam for details and fees.
9am-4pm: Grades K-6
Activities include sports, games, arts & crafts, nature, science, STEM and special events.
September 25
October 9
December 26-29
Activities include sports, games, arts & crafts, nature, science, STEM and special events
Member/ASA participant: $98/day;
Non-Member: $118/day
Extended Care: 8-9am and 4-6pm
AM: Member/ASA: $12; Non-Member: $24
PM: Member/ASA: $24; Non-Member: $26
Please contact Liliana Gudino at liliana@ryeymca.org for more information.
December 26-29
Ages 5-11: Half day: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or Full day: 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Instructors will focus on skill development and fundamentals as well as game play. AM and PM extended care available.
HALF DAY: Family: $71/day; Youth: $82/day;
Non-Member: $127/day
FULL DAY: Family: $93/day; Youth: $106/day;
Non-Member: $147/day
December 26-29
Ages 5-11
Join us for gymnastics skills, drills, tumbling, and open
HALF DAY: Family: $71/day; Youth: $82/day;
Non-Member: $127/day
FULL DAY: Family: $93/day; Youth: $106/day;
Non-Member: $147/day
Contact Melissa Lewis at melissa@ryeymca.org for more information.
Watch for details
September 25: Paintball
October 9: Thrillz
November 7 or 10: Ice Skating
Ages 3-5: Weekly activities include arts and enrichment, sports, yoga, literacy activities, cooking and more! All participants must be potty trained. Staff to Child ratio: 1 staff to every 4 children. Rye Y staff are selected for their strong character and commitment to Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
We offer morning and afternoon classes, participants registered for transportation will be bussed* to/from Christ Church Elementary School (CCNS) and Rye Presbyterian Nursery School (RPNS). Participants not being bussed will be picked up/dropped off by parent or guardian at the Rye YMCA. *Bus seating is limited to 19 registered participants
1, 2 or 3 day option, Choose from AM or PM.
AM Schedule: 9:15am-12pm or PM Schedule: 11:30am-2:20pm
Fall 2023
3 day AM or 3 day PM
Family: $4095; Youth: $4212; Non-Member: $4591
Add-on transportation: $285/session
2 day AM or 2 day PM
Family: $2731; Youth: $2808; Non-Member: $3065
Add-on transportation: $195/session
1 day AM or 1 day PM
Family: $1770; Youth: $1833; Non-Member: $2063
Add-on transportation: $100
For more information, visit contact edwinsantos@ryeymca.org
The program follows the Rye City School District schedule, including inclement weather.
Located at the Y Studios - 1037 Boston Post Road
Our Child Watch program is a babysitting service designed to provide a safe, fun environment for children while parents/ guardians use the facility. To ensure the best supervision and safety for your child, the Rye Y maintains a staff ratio of 1:5 with at least two staff members present at all times.
• How to reserve: Purchase a package online or at the Member Service Desk. Packages are sold in 15 minute units for your convenience. Parents/ Guardians can make a reservation by calling 914-967-6363 ext 520.
• Child Watch Fees: $6/hr for family members and $12/hr for adult members.
• Tot Drop Fees: Family Member: $12/hr; Adult Member: $25/hr.
Policies:
• Reservations required - no walk-ins accepted.
Arrival
Morning/Afternoon meeting/lunch
Arts/Science/Creative Movement
Sports/Yoga
Cooking/Swim Lessons/Literacy Activity
Dismissal/Lunch
DAYS & HOURS OF OPERATION as of 9/26
Monday - Friday 8:15am - 2:30pm
Monday- Thursday 3:30pm- 6:45pm
Saturday & Sunday 8:30am -12:00pm
• In order to utilize Child Watch, members must purchase a package online or at Member Services. Reservations can be made up to 2 days in advance - up to the time Child Watch closes on the day before services are desired.
• We strongly encourage you to be prompt when dropping off and picking up your child. A fifteen minute grace period is occasionally permitted due to special circumstances. After such time (15 minutes w/o notification) you will be charged an additional half hour which will be taken off your account.
• If someone other than the person dropping off your child is to pick them up, please leave note detailing the arrangements. The individual must have a photo ID. This procedure will ensure your child's safety.
Children must be at least 11 years and in the 6th grade or be supervised by an adult in all areas of the facility or enrolled in a supervised YMCA program or activity.
For more information, contact lilianagudino@ryeymca.org
6 months - 2 years (*free to family members) Adult participation required
Crawling/ barely walking
1- 2 years (*free to family members) Adult participation required
2-4 years (*free to family members) Adult participation required
*FAMILY MEMBERS RECEIVE TWO FREE CLASSES PER FAMILY MEMBERSHIP. IF REGISTERING FOR MORE THAN TWO FREE CLASSES PER SESSION, FAMILY WILL BE CONTACTED TO PAY THE YOUTH MEMBER PRICE FOR ADDITIONAL CLASSES.
CLASSES FREE TO FAMLY MEMBERS - Limit 2 free classes per family
Baby & Me Gym; Tots in Motion; 1,2,3 Grow; Parent/Child Swim
If registering for more than two free classes per session, family will be contacted to pay the YOUTH MEMBER price for additional classes.
Ages 2-3: An introduction to sports in a free play/simple instruction setting. Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $235
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
Ages 6-18 months: Introduces non-walking or barely walking babies to gross motor and language skills through the use of soft play equipment, music and circle time.
Family: FREE; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $235
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
Ages 6-36 months
Introduces children to the water. Parent participation is required. Questions: vickie@ryeymca.org
Register See page 17-18 for information on our swim program.
Family: Free, Youth $168 ; Non-Member $236
SOCCER TOTS
Age 1-2 years
Soccer fun in a free play simple instruction setting.
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $235
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
ROCK YOUR WORLD MUSIC WITH ARMELLE
Ages 9 months -4 years: Dancing, singing and playing instruments including the tambourine, maracas, bodhran, ceremonial Native American drum, spoons, washboards and more.
Family: $202; Youth: $207; Non-Member: $242
Questions: kathy@ryeymca.org Register
FAMILY SWIM FOR FAMILY MEMBERS: Variety of times available after school and on the weekends. (Check pool schedule for days & times.) Children 7 & under, must be accompanied in the water by an adult. For children 8-11, one adult may observe from the pool viewing room, space is limited. Children must be at least 11 years old and in the 6th grade or be supervised by an adult. Swim caps required. All swimmers must be swim checked. Free for Family Members. Reservations required.
SOFT PLAY FOR FAMILY MEMBERS: Supervised time for parents to spend time with their children using available soft play equipment. Children must be 5 and under and must always be supervised by an adult. Please check open gym schedules for availability. Free for Family Members.
FAMILY BASKETBALL FOR FAMILY MEMBERS: Children must be at least 11 years old and in the 6th grade or be supervised by an adult. Please see open gym schedules for availability. Free for Family Members.
Ages 27 months - 3½ years: A free play experience that promotes listening and fine motor skills. Children under 27 mos. will be allowed at instructor's discretion.
Family: FREE; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $235
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
TWISTING TIKES
Ages 2½ - 3½ years: Learn the fundamentals for vault, bars, beam, and floor with a focus on balance, movement, and hand-eye coordination.
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
YOU AND ME 1,2,3 GROW
Ages 1-2: A free play experience using soft play equipment, music, circle time, bubbles and parachutes. Family: FREE; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
SWIM SCHOOL (See page 16 )
(Classes without caregiver - see page 11 for parent/child classes up to age 4)
Ages 3-5: Introduction to basketball, soccer, tee-ball, football, kickball and floor hockey.
Ages 3-4 (45 minute class)
Family: $181; Youth: $197; Non-Member: $256
Ages 4-5 (1 hour class)
Family: $185; Youth: $206; Non-Member: $268
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
SOCCER TOTS -Ages 2-5 - Introduction to soccer in a fun, playful environment.
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $235
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
SUPER SOCCER STARS Ages 2-5 Age specific specific curriculum is designed by a combination of early childhood, behavioral, soccer specialists to ensure that each child is learning, building self confidence, and having a blast from the time the whistle blows!
FEES ARE BASED ON A 9 WEEK SESSION.
GYM TOTS
Ages 4-5: Introduction to YMCA progressive gymnastics program. Children introduced to bars, beams, vault, and tumbling (Instructor/Child Ratio 1:5).
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
Ages 3-5 years: Students will learn tumbling and flipping skills,balance, coordination while moving through various obstacle courses.
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
Ages 2½ - 3½ years: Learn the fundamentals for vault, bars, beam, and floor with a focus on balance, movement, and hand-eye coordination.
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
Ages 3-5: Basics of ballet - positions, rhythm, coordination and motor skills - through games and creative exercises. Classes are held at the Y Studios.
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
Family: $290; Youth: $337 ; Non-Member: $426 Register •
See page 7 & 8 for details.
Ages 3½-4½: Learn basic movement, group dynamics, and beginning gymnastics (Instructor/Child Ratio 1:5).
Family: $171; Youth: $190; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
SWIM SCHOOL (See page 17)
OUTDOOR SPORTS -at Midland School - 3:30-4:30pm
PICKLEBALL (Rye Rec Courts) - Monday
Ages 8-12: Learn the basics including rules, terminology, primary skills, coordination, court time and more. Paddles and balls provided.
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
LACROSSE (Midland School Field) - Thursday
Ages 8-12: Introduction to the game basics including scooping, passing, catching, cradling and shooting.
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
BASEBALL (Midland School Field) - Wednesday
Ages 5-7: Taught in a fun and encouraging environment: throwing, catching, hitting, base running and play.
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
After school and weekend clases Questions: Contact Tatum@ryeymca.org
FEES ARE BASED ON A 9 WEEK SESSION.
Ages 5-7: Focuses on the basic skills of dribbling, shooting and passing in a structured class setting.
Ages 8-11: Basketball drills and fun for beginners to intermediate, including effective practice ideas for footwork, ball handling, and shooting. Register
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
October 8: Age 7-10
October 15: Age 11-14
October 22: High School
Held in partnership with Klinic Kids - see back page for details.
Member/Non-Member: $125
Age 5-7: Younger participants receive an orientation to karate training habits. Register
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
Age 8-15 (or younger with a green belt or higher)USA GOJU style karate taught by a black belt instructor. Designed to enhance self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-discipline. Register
Family: $204; Youth: $237 ; Non-Member: $308
Ages 8-12
Focuses on skills and gameplay. Register
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
Ages 4-7: Rye Y Gymnasium - Introduction to the game basics including scooping, passing, catching, cradling and shooting. Register
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
Ages 5-7: Age specific specific curriculum is designed by a combination of early childhood, behavioral, soccer specialists to ensure that each child is learning, building self confidence, and having a blast from the time the whistle blows!
Family: $300; Youth: $347 ; Non-Member: $439
Register
Ages 5-12: Fundamentals of the sport including basic stroke mechanics. Racquets provided, but children are welcome to bring their own from home.
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
Register
Rye YMCA, in partnership with Backyard Sports Cares, will be offering children ages kindergarten through 8th grade a soccer program geared for those young athletes with Special Needs.
The program will be led by adult coaches, while each participant will be paired 1:1 with a middle or high school volunteer. Players will learn soccer skills using a special education curriculum in a safe environment giving each athlete an opportunity to succeed at their own individual pace.
In addition to skill acquisition, players will participate in appropriately competitive games and challenges..
6 week program, Tuesdays 4:30-5:30pm @Midlands School
9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17 and 10/24
Members/Non-Members: $125 Contact Melissa@ryeymca.org
We are seeking Middle School and High School age volunteers to be 1:1 coaches for our Backyard Sports program - see description above. Please contact Tatum@ryeymca.org for details. Melissa@ryeymca.org
November 11- February 11
Coed Basketball League - Ages 5-9 Girls Basketball League - Ages 5-9
Participants receive a half hour of instruction followed by a half hour game. This is a progressive league that allows players to learn as they play.
CLICK HERE OR SEE BACK PAGE FOR DETAILS
REGISTRATION STARTS OCTOBER 16
Grades 6-8: Focuses on skills and drills of dribbling, shooting and passing as well as coordination, fitness and balance including effective foot work, ball handling technique and shooting form.
Participants receive instruction, followed by gameplay. Participants will learn as they play.
Family: $190; Youth: $212; Non-Member: $276
Pre-Team Please contact Shelly Schettino for more information.
Learn progressive gymnastics skills on each individual apparatus, including balance beam, uneven bars, floor exercise, and vault (Instructor/Child Ratio 1:7). All lead instructors are USA Gymnastics Safety Certified and trained in Infant Child CPR/First Aid Register
ROLLERS: Beginner, Age 5-8
SWINGERS: Intermediate, Age 5 and up
KIPPERS: Advanced, Age 5 and up
Family: $253; Youth: $281; Non-Member: $371
Boys progressive gymnastics, Age 5 & up
Introduction to the sport of men’s gymnastics.
Family: $253; Youth: $281; Non-Member: $371
Register
Flyers
Age 8 & up - 2x per week
This group is for advanced gymnasts who are excelling in the sport. Class will focus on all the Olympic events, “tumbl trak,” strength and conditioning. Designed for serious participants who are dedicated to learning and working hard. Register
Family: $453; Youth: $497; Non-Member: $640
Age 5-7: Basic ballet/jazz positions, hip hop and creative movement. Ballet shoes are optional. (See schedule for location.)
Family: $171; Youth: $185; Non-Member: $252
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
HIP HOP JAZZ
Age 5-9: Learn the latest hip hop dance moves!
Family: $212; Youth: $228; Non-Member: $273
Questions: melissa@ryeymca.org Register
Private Lessons
45 min: Member: $69; Non-Member: $91
4 pack: Member: $260; Non-Member: $374
6 pack: Member: $364; Non-Member: $386
8 pack Member $450; Non-Member: $472
Semi-Private Lessons
45 min: Member: $41; Non-Member: $61
4 pack: Member: $145; Non-Member: $165
6 pack: Member: $193; Non-Member: $213
8 pack: Member: $225; Non-Member: $245
Must be purchased for each participant. Maximum 5 participants of similar age and ability. Member must provide other participants. Questions, please contact Melissa Lewis
Contact: Shelly@ryeymca.org
Ages 6 & Up (Invitation or Tryout Only, Membership required) Learning, perfecting, and completing compulsory USA Gymnastics routines for meet competitions at the local, regional, and national levels. The Gymnastics Team is for gymnasts who have progressed through the YMCA class program or have successfully demonstrated a mastery of skills required for level 3, U.S.A.G. The objective of the team is to provide a recreational gymnastics experience. Opportunities to compete in meets throughout the season will be available upon the discretion of the coach.
TRYOUTS FOR 2023-2024 SEASON - will be held August 2, at 4:30pm - please Contact: Shelly Schettino at shelly@ryeymca.org
Pre-Team
Required Training: Sept-May
Tuesday & Thursday: 3:45-5:00pm
Family/Youth $1450
Girls Team - Level 2 & 3
Required Training: Sept-May
2 days required w/option to train 3 days
Monday: 4:45 – 6:15pm; Thursday 5:00 – 7:00pm; Friday 6:00-8:00 pm
Family/Youth: $2320
Girls Team - Level 4-6
Required Training: Sept-May
4 days required w/option to train 5 days
Monday: 6:15-7:45pm; Tuesday: 5:00-7:00pm;
Wednesday: 5:45-7:15pm; Thursday: 5:00-7:00pm;
Friday: 6:00-8:00pm
Family/Youth: $2940
XCEL Silver Team
Required training: Sept-May
2 days required w/ option to train 3 days:
Monday: 6:15-7:45pm Tuesday: 5:00-7:00pm;
Wednesday: 5:45-7:15pm
Family/ Youth: $2320
XCEL Gold Team
Required training: Sept-May
3 days w/ option to train 4 days:
Monday: 6:15-7:45pm; Tuesday: 5:00-7:00pm;
Wednesday: 5:45-7:15pm; Thursday: 5:00-7:00pm;
Friday: 6:00-8:00pm
Family/Youth: $2420
G Y M N A S T I C S
The Rye YMCA has been a longstanding water safety advocate and swim school in the community for 100+ years.
The swim program will focus on building a strong foundation for swimmers to learn the fundamentals of swimming. As participants go through the curriculum they will shift from being water safe, to learning skills that will develop their stroke and technique, followed by developing stamina and endurance. During each 9-week session, participants will develop confidence and strength in the skills they are learning.
In order to maximize class time and efficiency of each lesson, it is important that all participants that are enrolling have the required skill set in the qualifications listed under each class. Participants who do not meet the skills required in the qualifications section will be asked to withdraw from the class, with no guarantee that a spot is available in a different level. Please use our lesson selector to sign up for the most appropriate level. You can also attend an open evaluation time to help decipher the appropriate level (optional – highly encouraged for efficiency). Please click here to view current times. Please make note that qualifications of swimmers vary per age group. A pre-school participant in stage 3, will not qualify for a school-age stage 3.
WHICH STAGE IS THE STUDENT READY FOR?
At the Y, we believe that swimming is a life skill that all children should learn.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. NO MAKE-UP CLASSES. PLEASE USE SWIM SELECTOR on P. 17 AND SEE CLASS QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS. IF A PARTICIPANT IS NOT ABLE TO COMPLETE THE SKILLS IN THE QUALIFICATIONS SECTION, THEY WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CLASS.
Adult required in water for each registered participant
Our adult/child series for children 9-36 months, will introduce infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment and begin to introduce safety skills to parents and children to help keep them safe in and around aquatic environments. Parent/guardian participation is required.
Water Discovery (9-18 months): Introduces caregivers and their children to the aquatic environment.
Wednesday: 10:00-10:30am; Saturday: 8:20-8:50am; Sunday: 10:00-10:30am
Water Exploration A (12-24 months): Focuses on exploring body positions, blowing bubbles, and fundamental aquatic skills such as becoming comfortable submerging in the water and becoming comfortable with putting their face in the water.
Wednesday: 10:35-11:05am; Saturday: 8:55-9:25am; Sunday: 10:35-11:05am
Water Exploration B (20-36 months): For the swimmer who is comfortable putting their face in the water and completely submerging into the water with assistance from adult. Child must be comfortable with their face, head, and ears getting wet.
Wednesday:11:10-11:40am; Saturday: 9:30-10:00am; Sunday: 11:10-11:40am
Family: FREE*; Youth: $175; Non Member: $275 Register
*Family members receive two free classes per family membership. If registering for more than two free classes per session, family will be contacted to pay the YOUTH MEMBER price for additional classes.
*Pre Acclimation (30-36 months): For the swimmer who is ready to transition to a class without their caregiver in the water. Child will work with a YMCA instructor in a small group setting to build confidence in the water without a caregiver. Qualifications: Child must be comfortable with their face, head, and ears getting wet. Child should be comfortable with adults outside of their family.
Tuesday: 10:00-10:30am; 1:00-1:30pm; Wednesday: 11:45-12:15pm; Thursday: 10:00-10:30; 1:00-1:30pm
Saturday: 10:05-10:35am; Sunday: 11:45-12:15pm
Family: $200; Youth: $275; Non-Member: $350 Register
In our preschool series, we will help 3-5-year old swimmers build confidence in the water by increasing their comfort with underwater exploration, encouraging forward movements in the water, and developing self-rescue skills such as swimming to safety and rolling from front to back. Additionally, as students progress through the preschool program, they will start to work on basic stroke and breathing techniques on their front and back.
Preschool Stage 1 - P1: Qualifications: No experience necessary, entry level class
Preschool Stage 2 - P2: Qualifications: Must be comfortable going underwater and fully submerging their eyes, ears, and head in the water. Must be comfortable swimming with the assistance of an instructor putting their face in the water. The goal of PS 2, will be for the swimmer to float on their back and front, and swimming a short distance independently.
Preschool Stage 3 - P3: Qualifications: Must be able to float on their back and front for 10 seconds independently. Must be able to swim at least 10 feet independently with a forward-facing movement and eyes in the water. The goal of PS 3 will be for the swimmer to swim the width of the pool independently using front crawl, kicking on their back for the width of the pool, and being introduced to breathing techniques while swimming.
Preschool Stage 4 - P4: Qualifications: Must be able to swim the width of the pool using front crawl, breathing independently without any assistance from an instructor. Participant should be able to kick on their back the width of the pool. The goal of this class will be for participants to learn front crawl with side breathing, back crawl using backstroke arms, and building stamina by swimming up to 15 yards at a time on front and back.
Family: $200; Youth: $275; Non-Member: $350 Register
Classes with limited enrollment are subject to be canceled. In the event a class is canceled, we will do our best to provide you with alternative options or give you a full refund. Please use swim selector on p.17. If participant is unable to complete skills, they will be removed from the class.
Please contact Gloria@ryeymca.org for any questions.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. NO MAKE-UP CLASSES. PLEASE USE SWIM SELECTOR ON P. 17 AND SEE CLASS QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS. IF A PARTICIPANT IS NOT ABLE TO COMPLETE THE
Our school age and youth/teen program will focus on water safety, stroke technique, and building endurance and stamina. If a child is aging out of preschool (3-5 years old) and moving to school age classes, please make note they will not fall in the same level # from pre school lessons due to the expectation of distance a swimmer is expected to swim as they get older.
School Age Stage 1 - S1
Qualifications: No experience necessary, entry level class. Goal of the class is to learn to swim independently using the front crawl with breath control for at least the width of the pool. Participants will also begin to tread water and will be introduced to swimming on their back.
School Age Stage 2 - S2
Qualifications: Must be comfortable swimming the width of the pool using front crawl with proper breath control, and kicking on their back. Participants will learn front crawl with side breathing and will work on building endurance to swim the length of the pool efficiently on their front and back. Students will also work on elementary backstroke arms, treading water for 30 seconds, and beginning to dive.
School Age Stage 3 - S3
Qualifications: Must be able to swim 1 length (25 yards) front crawl unassisted, 1 length kicking on back unassisted, and tread water for at least 30 seconds. Participants will learn front crawl with rotary breathing, backstroke, elementary backstroke, kneeling dives, and will build stamina treading water for up to 1 minute.
School Age Stage 4 - S4
Qualifications: Must be able to swim 2 lengths (50 yards) front crawl, 2 lengths (50 yards) back crawl, and tread water for at least one minute. Participants will master freestyle and backstroke with proper technique and breathing.
School Age Stage 5 - S5
Qualifications: Must be able to swim 4 lengths (100 yards) freestyle, 4 lengths (100 yards) backstroke, and must be familiar with breaststroke and butterfly kick. Swimmers will be introduced to breaststroke and butterfly arms, while continuing to work on kicks and coordination. Swim team based skills such as starts/turns, diving may be introduced.
School Age Stage 6 - S6
Qualifications: Must be able to swim 4 lengths (100 yards) freestyle, 4 lengths (100 yards) backstroke, 25 yards breaststroke, 25 yards dolphin kick, tread water for 1 ½ minutes. Participants will master breaststroke and butterfly while continuing to work on conditioning and diving, starts/turns. Participants will learn skills to help them best prepare for swim team and/or lifeguarding classes.
Family: $220; Youth: $300; Non-Member: $385 Register
FEES ARE BASED ON A 9 WEEK SESSION.
FEES ARE BASED ON A 9 WEEK SESSION.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. NO MAKE-UP CLASSES. PLEASE USE SWIM SELECTOR ON P. 17 AND SEE CLASS QUALIFICATIONS FOR PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS. IF A PARTICIPANT IS NOT ABLE TO COMPLETE THE SKILLS IN THE QUALIFICATIONS SECTION, THEY WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CLASS.
Pre-Teen Starters: For the beginner to intermediate swimmer who is becoming confident in the water. Swimmers will learn the basics of front crawl and backstroke. The goal of the class will be to build up stamina to swim 50 yards of front crawl using rotary breathing and backstroke.
Wednesday 3:30-4:15pm; Saturday 1:15-2:00pm
Pre Teen Advanced: For the advanced intermediate to advanced swimmer. Swimmer must be able to swim at least 2 lengths of freestyle using rotary breathing and 2 lengths of backstroke without stopping. Participants will work on building endurance and stamina and will be learning the fundamentals of breaststroke and butterfly.
Wednesday 4:20-5:05pm; Saturday 1:15-2:00pm
Teen Starters: For the beginner to intermediate swimmer who is becoming confident in the water. Swimmers will learn the basics of front crawl and backstroke. The goal of the class will be to build up stamina to swim 50 yards of front crawl using rotary breathing and backstroke.
Wednesday 3:30-4:15pm; Saturday 1:15-2:00pm
Teen Advanced: For the advanced intermediate to advanced swimmer. Swimmer must be able to swim at least 2 lengths of freestyle using rotary breathing and 2 lengths of backstroke without stopping. Participants will work on building endurance and stamina and will be learning the fundamentals of breaststroke and butterfly.
Wednesday 4:20-5:05pm; Saturday 1:15-2:00pm
Family $220; Youth $300; Non-Member $385
AQUATIC CONDITIONING: AGES 10-16 NEW!
An opportunity for swimmers who have basic knowledge and ability in 25 yards of all four strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly. The focus of this class will be to refine all strokes while working on continuing the development of swimmer endurance and stamina.
Monday 5:15-6:00pm
Family $220; Youth $300; Non-Member $385
For any level swimmer looking for personalization of lessons for learnto-swim, stroke mechanics, drills, and more. Lessons are offered in a one-on-one setting. Please make note that this schedule will follow the typical swim lesson registration process. A weekly day and time will be established prior to the session start and participants will be required to attend each week. If participant needs to cancel, a make up is not guaranteed, although the instructor will try to make the lesson up if their schedule and pool schedule allows. There will be a charge each 9 week session and participants will need to enroll each 9 week session. Membership is required. Fill out inquiry form to be matched with appropriate instructor: click here. Completion of this form does not guarantee a spot in the private lesson program. You will be contacted prior to the session start with information related to the schedule and instructor. Not eligible to enroll unless pre authorized by the Aquatics team after submission of inquiry form has been received and instructor has been matched.
Membership Required
Private Lessons: Family: $62 per 30 minute lesson; Youth: $70 per 30 minute lesson,
Semi-Private Lessons: (must be purchased for each participant): Family $49 per 30 minute session; Youth: $55 per 30 minute session. Maximum two particpants of similar age and ability. Member must provide the second participant.
COMPETITIVE SWIM TEAM: AGES 6-17
September 11-March 1
Develop swimming skills, physical fitness, and positive attitudes with the Rye Y Waveryeders! Competing in the Westchester Fairfield Swim League, swimmers will compete in local meets matched to age, ability, and level. Swimmers on the competitive swim team are required to participate (at minimum) in half of the scheduled dual and Grand Prix meets, which average 10 per season. Tryouts are required for incoming swimmers prior to registering. See tryout schedule below.
Family: $1300; Youth: $1375 (Includes a $40 fee per child for the Swim Team Parents Committee)
Practice Schedule will be released in August. Practice times vary between age and ability and generally take place most weekday evenings (between 5:30-8:30pm), Saturday 7:00-8:00am, Sunday evenings (between 4:00-6:00pm).
Must have pre-approval from Coach Kate. As a collaborative effort with the YWCA Middies Swim Team, qualifying swimmers will have the option to compete year round in local, regional, and nationally hosted USA swimming meets.
Family and Youth: $525, plus an additional $75 registration fee upon USA swimmer registration
Participants from the 2022/2023 Competitive Swim Team are not required to tryout but must register on or before September 3 to ensure a post on the team. Spring Conditioning Team members that were not on the 2022/2023 competitive team must tryout for the 2023/2024 competitive swim team.
Tryout days and times for all squads. Registration link will be live late July for tryout times. Registration required.
Tuesday, September 5: 5:45-7:45pm; Wednesday, September 6: 5:45-7:45pm; Thursday, September 7: 5:45-7:45pm
September 12-February 29
Pre-Team: Ages 6-10
The pre team is a bridge between Y swim lessons and the Waveryeders swim team. Participants should be able to swim 25 continuous yards with rotary breathing and 25 yards of continuous backstroke. Participation in Grand Prix swim meets will be optional.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-4:40pm
Family: $650; Youth: $700 (Includes a $40 fee per child for the Swim Team Parents Committee)
Practice Team: Ages 11-17
An opportunity for swimmers who have knowledge and ability in all four strokes and will feature extensive stroke work to help improve all four strokes and advance the swimmers level of endurance. Participation in Grand Prix swim meets will be optional.
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:45-5:30pm
Family: $650; Youth: $700 (Includes a $40 fee per child for the Swim Team Parents Committee )
LIFEGUARD AND AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES
American Red Cross certifications offered are based on demand.
• Lifeguarding
• Lifeguarding Renewal
• Waterfront Lifeguarding
• Waterfront Lifeguarding Renewal
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer with First Aid
• Babysitter Training
YMCA membership is not required. For more information, contact Isaiah@ryeymca.org
@ Fitness Center
Under the supervision of a certified personal trainer, teens will develop correct form while exercising, building strength and improving endurance off the court and fields. Upon completion of this class, students will be completely confident and comfortable with the Fitness Center and 14 year olds will qualify for a Teen Fitness Passport Card (see box below)
Tuesday & Thursday: 4:00-4:45pm with Jason
Member: $245; Non-Member: $378
TEEN HIIT WITH JT @ HIIT Studio at Y Studios
High intensity workouts, offering a challenge and variety of movements, using various equipment in our new HIIT Studio.
Monday: 3:15-4:00pm
Member: $123; Non-Member: $189
TEEN PILATES @ Y Studios - NEW!
TPilates is a mind, body, and spirit practice with benefits that include improved posture, better coordination and balance, increased lung capacity, improved concentration and focus, increased body awareness, stress management, and injury prevention. Great for the Teens looking for a fun workout.
EThursday: 3:30-4:15pm
EMember: $123; Non-Member: $189
Great coaching -- fun workout programs -- results that you want!!
Personal Training, Semi-Private & Small GroupTraining
Members 12 & up See page 23 for details
The Fitness Center is available to Teens 15+ years. Teens 14 years old who complete one of the pre-requisites described below are given a waiver to this rule, called the Teen Passport Card.
This card allows those 14 year olds full use of the Fitness Center. In order to earn their own Teen Passport Card, teens must complete one of the following, guaranteeing their competence, adherence to safety and knowledge of equipment. Teens are expected to follow all Fitness Center rules and the Member Code of Conduct.
• Teen Strength & Conditioning
• Personal Training Passport Program (see below)
Contact: diana@ryeymca.org
Promotes the ideals of social responsibility, leadership and community service. Groups meet weekly. No fee.
Junior Leaders - Grades 6-8
Leaders Club - Grades 9-12
For more information, contact edwinsantos@ryeymca.org
Grades 6-8
The 2nd Saturday of each month, the Y is open just to middle schoolers from 7-9pm for an evening of fun, food, competitions and games. Second Saturdays are supervised by our professional Rye Y staff.
Questions: edwinsantos@ryeymca.org
Registration required. Register
October 14: Nerf Night
November 11: Gagaball
December 9: Basketball
Family: Free; Youth: $7; Non-Member: $12
Specials: Family: $7; Youth: $7; Non-Member: $12
School holiday trips are supervised by our professional Rye Y staff.Watch for details!
September 25: Paintball
October 9: Thrillz
November 7 or 10: Ice Skating
T E E N S
Y O U T H
E N S F I T N E S S
We are seeking Middle School and High School age volunteers to be 1:1 coaches for our Backyard Sports program - see p.14. Please contact Melissa@ryeymca.org
Successful completion (subject to approval by trainer) of either program below entitles teen to full use of the Fitness Center. Register
Designed for 14 years(and up) to get personal training and instruction on how to use all equipment in the Fitness facility Center. Three 45 minute 1:1 sessions with a personal trainer.
Member: $102
GROUP TEEN PASSPORT PROGRAM
Designed for 14 year olds to be in a group of 3 to 6 teens and receive personal training and instruction on how to use all equipment in the Fitness Center. Three sessions are 45 minutes in duration.
Member: $77
Free to Members
View schedules at www.ryeymca.org
We offer dozens of classes at the Y Studios, 1037 Boston Post Road, a short walk from the Rye Y. Register online up to 73 hours in advance at www.ryeymca.org
Classes are held in our state-of the-art studios - Group Exercise, Yoga, HIIT and Cycling.
The 6 lane Brookside Pool (80-82 degrees) and the warmer Pa Cope Pool (85-87 degrees) are available for member lap swim, swim instruction and water exercise classes. View pool schedules at www.ryeymca.org
The Christopher D. Mello Fitness Center (awarded BEST OF WESTCHESTER, July 2023 by Westchester Magazine) is equipped with cardiovascular machines, free weights and circuit machines. Our staff can instruct you on the proper use of the equipment.
PERSONAL TRAINING Members only - 12 & up
We offer customized workout programs for ALL fitness levels. Purchase tickets at the Member Services Desk.
Certified Personal Trainers are available to design and instruct an exercise program to suit your individual goals and needs. Additional fee required. (Sessions are good for 6 months after purchase and are not refundable. Membership required. You must cancel 24 hours in advance or you will be charged for the session.)
One Hour sessions
(May not be split into 1/2 hour sessions)
1 session $110
4 sessions $430
45 Minute
1 session: $ 90
4 sessions: $350
Half Hour
1 session $ 60
4 sessions $230
6 session $620
8 sessions $810
6 session $510
8 sessions $670
6 session $330
8 sessions $440
Volume discount packages available. Semi-private sessions also available - see below
Contact Diana Vita at 967-6363 or heidy@ryeymca.org to schedule a trainer.
HEALTH/MEDICAL RECOMMENDATIONS:
SEMI-PRIVATE PERSONAL TRAINING
INDOORS OR OUTDOORS: Members only - 12 & up
Please note: you must provide the second participant Personal training for two participants simultaneously. Perfect for two friends with similar goals, two busy teen friends who want to earn their Teen Fitness Passport but have no after school time, or two senior exercise pals who want to learn more. Each session is one hour. (Sessions are good for 6 months after purchase and are not refundable. Membership required. You must cancel 24 hours in advance or you will be charged for the session. Fees are per participant.)
1 session: $ 65 per person
4 sessions: $250 per person
6 sessions: $360 per person
8 sessions: $470 per person
For your own safety, we recommend that you consult with a physician prior to enrolling in an exercise class if one of the following applies to you: female over 45 years old, male over 34 years old, smoker over the age of 30, personal or family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes or other chronic illness, have had recent surgery, or limited by any musculoskeletal problem. The YMCA reserves the right to require a physician’s approval for participation in any activity.
9-week session
This program is designed to help people seeking a healthier weight, achieve their goals by making small changes to their daily behaviors and forming sustainable healthy habits. Commit to fit for life with the Y community. Join us for an 8-week body composition challenge: Focus on building muscle, dropping pounds and losing fat. With the support of Personal Trainers and Nutrition Specialists we will guide you through a weekly progression of prescribed workouts, weekly goal setting and simple healthy meal plan ideas
Thursday: 5:30-6:30pm - 30 min workout & 30 min group
consult
Led by Laura Laura in the HIIT Studio & Community Health Room
Once a week group 30 min workout / 30 group progress session
• 1 prescribed at home/fitness center workouts sent weekly in email
• 1 weekly healthy habit goal sent weekly in email
• 1 healthy meal &1 healthy snack suggestion sent weekly in email
• 2 body composition consultations with certified Personal Trainer (beginning and end of program)
Member: $175
High intensity workouts, offering a challenge and variety of movements.
Location - Performance Studio at 21 Locust Ave.
Saturday: 8:30-9:30am
Member: $150; Non-Member: $234
Train and prepare your body for leisure or competitive sports. Be your best at any age and ready for the challenge.
Tuesday, 9:00-9:45am @ Performance Studio
Friday, 8:15-9:00am @ HIIT Studio at Y Studios
Member: $123; Non-Member: $189
Moderate intensity small group training. Great for all levels of fitness.
Monday: 11:00-11:45am (Performance Studio)
Wednesday: 11:00-11:45am (Performance Studio)
Friday: 1:00-1:45pm (HIIT Studio)
with Yvonne and Laura - Performance Studio, 21 Locust Ave. Classes are not interchangeable
Member: $123; Non-Member: $189 Register
Working on compound movements to challenge multiple muscle groups. Second half of the class we will incorporate a foam roller to help relieve muscle tension, soreness and help with flexibility.
Location - HIIT Studio at Y Studios w/ Serica NEW!
Thursday, 12:00-12:45pm
Member: $123; Non-Member: $189
Instructor Tatum Nussbaum
18 & up - Held at Rye Rec
Beginner 1: New to the sport. 30-45 minutes of skills and drills followed by round robin instructed play.
Beginner 2: Already taken a beginner 1. Builds upon strategy and techniques for the intermediate level. 30-45 minutes of skills and drills followed by round robin instructed play. Round Robin: Leveled play with assigned court rotations. Intermediate and advanced only, no beginners.
Monday
Intermediate: 9:00-11:00am
Beginner: 11:30am-1:30pm
Member: $148; Non-Member: $273
Tuesday
Round Robin: 5:30-7:30pm
Member: $137; Non-Member: $253
Wednesday
Intermediate: 9:00-11:00am
Beginner 2: 11:30am-1:30pm
Member: $148; Non-Member: $273
Saturday
Intermediate: 9:00-11:00am
Beginner 2: 11:30am-1:30pm
Member: $148; Non-Member: $273
Register
KARATE
USA GOJU style karate taught by a black belt instructor. Designed to enhance self-esteem, self-confidence and selfdiscipline.
Thursday: 7:00-8:30pm
Member: Free; Non-Member: $212 Register
PLEASE NOTE: Program fees are based on a 9-week session length.
PLEASE NOTE: Program fees are based on a 9-week session length.
For adults, young and old, looking to gain confidence in getting in the water. Geared for those who are afraid of the water and will focus on buoyancy, floating, putting their face in the water, and learning beginning strokes..
Sunday: 12:30-1:15PM; Monday: 8:00-8:45pm
Member: $250, Non-Member: $350 Register
For adults, young and old, looking to learn strokes, tread water, swim the length of the pool. Geared for swimmers who are comfortable getting into the water and looking for tips on how to recreationally swim.
Monday: 7:15-8:00PM
Member: $250, Non-Member: $350 Register
For adults who can swim at least 2 continuous laps of freestyle using side or rotary breathing. Participants will work on stroke technique as they build endurance and will learn how to use pull buoys, kick boards, and various stroke technique drills. By the end of the class, students will learn how to create their own swimming workout. Prerequisites: Participants should be able to swim at least 2 continuous laps of freestyle with face in the water using side breathing.
Sunday 1:30-2:15PM
Member: $250, Non-Member: $350 Register
Ages 18 & up: One-on-one instruction (all swimming abilities). Each lesson is 1/2 hour in length. Lessons can be arranged back-to-back for a one-hour session if desired. Membership required. See p. 20 for pricing.
Ages 18 & up: For two participants of similar ability. You must provide second participant. Membership required. See p. 20 for pricing.
Aquatic training offers advantages one cannot achieve on dry land, regardless of the participant’s condition. By combining low-impact aerobics and strength training with the buoyancy of the water, exercisers obtain cardiovascular and muscle toning benefits without straining joints and muscles. Training can be arranged back to back for a one-hour session if desired.
Please check our website for updates to the water exercise schedule. Due to capacity constraints, all water exercise classes will be exclusive to members at this time. Members only.
The Rye Association for the Handicapped and the Rye YMCA work together to provide an adult exercise and swimming program for the physically challenged and for those with permanent physical disabilities. For more information, please contact: Barbara Hughes at 914-967-6363, ext 102 or barbara@ryeymca.org
Date TBA
Are you at risk? The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program helps those at high risk through healthy eating, increased physical activity and weight loss- an approach that has been proven to prevent or delay the onset of the disease by more than half.
Program Goals: Reduce body weight by 7%; Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week
You must be overweight and have a diagnosis of prediabetes or overweight and at high risk for developing diabetes to qualify for the program. To find out if you qualify or to register contact: Heidy Barros, 967-6363 ext. 114 or visit https://ryeymca.org/programs/community-health/ymca-diabetes-prevention-program/
September 11 - November 30
Monday & Wednesday: 6:15pm-7:30pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 1:15pm-2:30pm
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a free, 12-week small group program designed to help cancer survivors regain their total health. For more information, please contact Karina Barreto Click here for details.
Our LIVESTRONG-ER Program will help you continue to help you; build muscle mass and strength, increase flexibility and endurance and improve confidence and self-esteem. This is a five-week program that will meet once a week for 45 minutes. The classes will be guided by LIVESTRONG at the YMCA instructors as well as other practitioners and professionals who specialize in working with cancer survivors.n. For more information, please contact Karina Barreto
Starts in November
Member: $45; Non-Member: $95
WALK WITH EASE
Next program will start in September. Watch for details.
A 6-weekwalking program that can provide an excellent starting point for a new wellness routine. Walk With Ease is the only walking program identified as arthritis-appropriate and evidence-based by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Walk With Ease has been proven effective in increasing balance, reducing pain, improving mental health, flexibility and overall physical health.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 10:30-11:30am; FREE To register please contact KarinaBarreto@ryeymca.org
GROUP WATER EXERCISE
Please check our website for updates to the water exercise schedule. Due to capacity constraints, all water exercise classes will be exclusive to members at this time. Reservations must be made to participate in the class. Members only. Free
Registration starts 8/11 for Members & 8/16 for non-members.
Enjoy the camaraderie of an all-inclusive bus trip to the spectacular Storm King Art Center.
Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture and site-specific commissions under an open sky.
Thursday, October 5 9:00am – 5:30pm Member: $85; Non-Member: $110
Fee includes: roundtrip bus with lavatory, admission to grounds, lunch and snack and tram ride. Trip is light rain or shine. If severe weather is forecast, the trip will be postponed. For more information, contact Barbara Hughes: barbara@ryeymca or Denise Woodin: denisewoodin@ryeymca.org
As a nonprofit charitable organization, the Rye Y is committed to keeping our programs and services affordable to all. Our donor-funded Y Cares Financial Assistance program makes that commitment possible. Through Y Cares, children grow in confidence, make friends and learn new skills at summer camp. Working parents can relax knowing that their children are safe and nurtured at the Y’s child care programs. Seniors stay active and engaged.
Y Cares also supports free community programs, including LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, which offers hope and healing to cancer survivors; and Safety Around Water, our drowning prevention initiative for young children. If you would like to inquire about financial assistance, please contact Barbara Hughes, Membership Engagement Director, at barbarahughes@ryeymca.org. All applications are kept confidential. If you would like to support Y Cares through a gift to our Annual Campaign, please contact Susan Olson, Development Director, at susanolson@ryeymca.org.
Mission Statement
The RYE YMCA is a family oriented community service organization which welcomes all people and promotes positive values through programs that build, spirit, mind and body.
Sabrina Murphy Chief Executive Officer sabrina@ryeymca.org
Randal Ikeda Chief Operating Officer randal@ryeymca.org
MEMBERSHIP
Barbara Hughes
Membership Engagement Director barbara@ryeymca.org
Richard Tortorici Membership Coordinator richT@ryeymca.org
Ana Cervantes Membership Coordinator ana@ryeymca.org
AQUATICS/SAFETY
Vickie Tsakmakis
Senior Director of Aquatics/Safety vickie@ryeymca.org
Gloria Reyna Beueno Director of Aquatics gloria@ryeymca.org
Isaiah Alford Aquatics Coordinator Isaiah@ryeymca.org
Jessica Foltman Swim School Coordinator jessica@ryeymca.org
FITNESS, WELLNESS & COMMUNITY HEALTH
Diana Vita
Senior Director of Member Wellness diana@ryeymca.org
Laura Laura
Assistant Director of Member Wellness lauralaura@ryeymca.org
Heidy Barros Community Health & Wellness Director heidy@ryeymca.org
Karina Barreto Bernal Community Health & Wellness Coordinator karinabarreto@ryeymca.org
FAMILY, TEEN AND YOUTH
Melissa Lewis Senior Program Director Sports & Recreation melissa@ryeymca.org
Kathy Lynam Senior Program Director Family, Camp & Child Care kathy@ryeymca.org
Liliana Gudino Child Care Director lilianagudino@ryeymca.org
Edwin Santos Assistant Director - Child Care edwinsantos@ryeymca.org
Heather Camacho Assistant Director - Child Care hcamacho@ryeymca.org
Kristen Sidari Assistant Director - Child Care kristen@ryeymca.org
Tatum Nussbaum Director of Sports & Recreation tatum@ryeymca.org
Renee Roberts Camp & Child Care Office Coordinator renee@ryeymca.org
Shelly Schettino Head Gymnastics Coach shelly@ryeymca.org
Jon Elsen President
Ned Kirk Vice-President
Michele Allison Vice-President
Brendan Doyle Vice-President
Mary Capaldi Secretary
John Weber Treasurer
Paul Atkins
Edward Boyle
Roz Carvin
Patrick Cavanaugh
Jimmy Chow
Carolyn Cook-Lenna
Sheila Cutner
Mark Dempster
Mark DiMassimo
Jake C. Dolce
Carrie Donahue
Amy Gorman
Kristen Hoft
Allyson Kim
Rich Lawrence
Kim Morgner
Staci Ramachandran
Jennifer Reddington
Kim Rotondo
Margaret Shipman
Megan Tyre
Leah Viault
Chris Wade
Dawn Halasz Gymnastics Pre-School Coordinator
DEVELOPMENT & SPECIAL EVENTS
Susan Olson Development Director susan@ryeymca.org
Caitlin Bochicchio Development Associate caitlinB@ryeymca.org
Cindy Fasolino Development Associate CindyF@ryeymca.org
HUMAN RESOURCES
Andrea Robinson Director of Human Resources andrea@ryeymca.org
ADMINISTRATION/HR
Administrative Assistant Sam Kulik sam@ryeymca.org
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Denise Woodin
Dir. Community Impact & Social Responsibility denise@ryeymca.org
MARKETING/COMMUNICATIONS
Lisa Tidball Director of Communications lisa@ryeymca.org
FACILITIES
Robert Maxwell Facilities Director robert@ryeymca.org
ACCOUNTING/PAYROLL
Valerie GriffinPayroll Specialist valerie@ryeymca.org
The RYE YMCA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the communities of Rye, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Harrison and Port Chester.
Douglas DeStaebler
Frances A. DeThomas, Esq.
Dinah Howland
Eugene P. Lynch
Thomas F. Murphy
Werner E. Tietjen
Trustee Emeritus
Michael T. Tokarz
Registration starts Oct. 16
Our Youth Basketball Leagues (YBL) take the YMCA Super Sports philosophy and puts it to work. Participants receive a half hour instruction, followed by a half hour game. This is a progressive league that will allow participants to learn as they play.NO SPECIAL REQUESTS FOR TEAMMATES.
Co-Ed Basketball League
November 11– February 10
Games held at the Rye YMCA - see schedule below
For boys and girls ages 5-9
No games on 11/25,12/23, 12/30,
Rookies: Grades K-1, Age 5-6*
Beginner Level: 12-3pm* on Saturdays
Winners: Grades 2-3, Ages 6-7*
Intermediate Level: 3-6pm* on Saturdays
Champions: Grades 4-5, Ages 8-9*
Advanced Level: 6-7pm* on Monday and Tuesdays on a rotation
(*between the hours of)
Teams will play one game per week
Girls Basketball League
November 12– February 11
Games held at the Rye YMCA on Sundays between 3-6pm
For girls ages 5-9
No games on 11/26, 12/24, 12/31
Rookies: K-1, Age 5-6*
Beginner Level: 3-4pm
Winners: Grades 2-3, Ages 6-8*
Intermediate Level: 4-5pm
Advanced Level: Grades 4-5
Ages 8-11*: 5-6pm
Teams will play one game per week
Family: $268; Youth: $287;
Non-Member: $352