2015 Membership & Program Guide

WE’RE MORE THAN A PLACE WE’RE A CAUSE WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA

2015 MEMBERSHIP & PROGRAM GUIDE

WINTER

Online Member Registration In-Person Member Registration Program Member Registration

December 8 December 15 December 22

SPRING I

Online Member Registration In-Person Member Registration Program Member Registration

February 2 February 9 February 16

SPRING II

APRIL 27 - JUNE 14

Online Member Registration In-Person Member Registration Program Member Registration

March 30 April 6 April 13

JUNE 22 - AUGUST 16

Online Member Registration In-Person Member Registration Program Member Registration

June 1 June 8 June 15

FALL I

SEPTEMBER 8 - OCTOBER 26

Online Member Registration In-Person Member Registration Program Member Registration

August 3 August 10 August 17

FALL II

Online Member Registration In-Person Member Registration Program Member Registration

October 12 October 19 October 26

JANUARY 5 - FEBRUARY 15 FEBRUARY 23 - APRIL 12

SUMMER

NOVEMBER 2 - DECEMBER 20

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE From membership prices to community outreach, swim lesson information to senior programs, this 2015 guide gives you everything you need to know about the Wallingford Family YMCA. A week before the online member registration date, we will release a much smaller Program & Event Guide, with all of the program dates, times & rates that are offered during that session. You will be able to find this online, in our facilities and around town in local businesses.

Additional programs may be added throughout the year and certain classes may not run during a session. Dates and prices are also subject to change.

These adjustments will be found in the Program & Event Guide.

Don’t hesitate to ask any one of our friendly staff members if you have any questions.

Thank you & welcome to the Wallingford Family YMCA! Published December 24, 2014

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WHAT’S INSIDE ABOUT OUR Y MEMBERSHIP

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD CARE

HEALTHY LIVING 10

FAMILY TIME

Corporate Child Care School Age Growth & Enrichment (SAGE) SAGE at KinderHouse Enrichment & Leadership for Middle School (ELMS)

EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP Academic Enrichment All-Day Kindergarten Leadership Development Babysitter’s Training

SWIM, SPORTS & PLAY

Birthday Parties Swim Parties Gym Parties Teen House Parties Competitive Swimming & Sports Wallingford Dolphins Swim Team Private Coaching Teen Recreation Teen House Open House Teen Swim Programs Porpoise Club Teen Beginner Lessons Teen Intermediate Lessons Youth Dance Programs Ballet & Tap Combo I Ballet & Tap Combo II Youth Recreation Kid’s Night Out Halloween Party & Overnight New Year’s Eve Overnight Youth Sports Programs Munchkin Basketball Munchkin Soccer Munchkin Tennis Munchkin Triple Play Youth Basketball Youth Tennis Youth Volleyball Youth Swim Lessons S.K.I.P. Pike Eel Ray Starfish Polliwog Guppy Minnow Fish & Flying Fish Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons

CAMP

Day Camps Camp Ulbrich Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation Days

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Flick & Float St. Patty’s Day Shindig Easter Egg-stravaganza Healthy Kids Day Community Day Turkey-palooza Scuba Santa

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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS

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Group Classes Fitness Classes Insanity Krav Maga Les Mills International Classes SilverSneakers® Shokotan Karate Spinning® Indoor Cycling Yoga Zumba® Classes Healthy Lifestyles Connecticut Child Care CPR Training Lifeguard Training Water Safety Instructor Personal Fitness CrossFit Triton West Cross Train Get Me Started Personal Training Water Activities Adult Swim Lessons Aqua Combo SilverSplash® Water Aerobics

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SPORTS & RECREATION

Adult Sports Adult Drop-In Volleyball

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

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SOCIAL SERVICES

Child Welfare Upward Bound Community Health Fit-to-Go Be Water Safe Week Semana de Seguridad en el Agua LIVESTRONG at the YMCA LIVESTRONG Graduates YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program

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VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING

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Volunteering Financial Assistance Heritage Society Community Support Campaign

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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POLICIES & REGULATIONS

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CODE OF CONDUCT

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CONTACT US

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Our mission is to strengthen the foundation of the community through programs, services & relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind & body.

We aim to be an effective resource & influential partner of the community by strengthening meaningful, caring relationships and promoting healthy, productive lifestyles for generations.

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HERE AT THE WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA

MORE YOU CAN BE A PART OF SOMETHING

The Wallingford Family YMCA has been a leader in wellness for 70 years. It’s not just about how many reps you can do or how fast you can run the mile. We change lives, build families and reach out to neighbors in need. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, health and our neighbors. By joining the YMCA, you will bring about meaningful change not just within yourself, but in your community too.

When you join the Y, you join a community organization that offers more heath, more hope & more opportunity:      

Parents find a safe, nurturing environment to their children to stay active, be engaged and learn positive values.

Families come together to have fun and spend quality time with each other.

Children & teens play, develop self-confidence and know they are accepted.

Adults connect with friends, pursue interests and lean how to live healthier lives.

People from all backgrounds and walks of life come together to volunteer and help our community become stronger.

We all build relationships that further our sense of belonging and purpose.

Get stronger, feel healthier & be a part of something bigger.

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WEST SIDE BRANCH 8 North Turnpike Road Wallingford, CT 06492

Fitness Center (Cardio)

P 203 269 3348 HOURS Monday-Friday Saturday Sunday

5:00AM-10:00PM 7:00AM-6:00PM 7:00AM-5:00PM

SUMMER HOURS

(May 25-September 7)

Monday-Friday Saturday Sunday

5:00AM-10:00PM 7:00AM-5:00PM 7:00AM-3:00PM

Functional Fitness Zone

AMENITIES  5 complete selectorized circuits, Hammer Strength Free Weight equipment and 2 complete free weight training areas  Brand new Functional Fitness Zone, equipped with a Rogue Infinity rig & deadlift platform, bumper plates, slammer balls, kettlebells and more  Fully equipped stretching and abdominal training rooms  Huge group fitness studio, capable of holding 50-60 participants with ease, equipped with 2 full sets of adjustable BodyPump® Barbell sets and an entire rack of Bosu balls  Over 30 group fitness classes per week including Zumba®, Insanity & Les Mills BodyPump®  75 pieces of cardiovascular equipment with individual TVs on every unit  Open gym time in our full basketball court  Luxurious locker rooms with custom wooden lockers and both steam room & sauna  Juice bar with shakes & supplements

Fitness Center (Free Weights)

WEST SIDE BRANCH MEMBERSHIP RATES Young Adult Adult Family

Monthly Fee

Facility Fee

$20 $30 $50

$20 $30 $50

Basketball Court

BRANCH MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS  Access to the West Side Branch, the area’s most comprehensively equipped fitness facility with brand new state-of-the-art flooring in the group fitness studio & basketball gym  Two free personal training sessions  Babysitting services available for children 6 weeks to 10 years old

Aerobics Studio

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EAST SIDE BRANCH 81 South Elm Street Wallingford, CT 06492

Fitness Center (Cardio)

P 203 269 4497 HOURS Monday-Friday Saturday Sunday

4:30AM-9:30PM 5:00AM-6:00PM 7:00AM-5:00PM

SUMMER HOURS

(May 25-September 7)

Monday-Friday Saturday Sunday

Fitness Center (Free Weights)

4:30AM-9:30PM 5:00AM-5:00PM 7:00AM-3:00PM

AMENITIES  A 4,000 square foot fitness center stocked with new StarTrac equipment & eSpinners and staffed by friendly, knowledgeable staff  Over 60 group fitness classes per week including Zumba® & aqua exercise classes  Renowned SilverSneakers® program with morning & afternoon classes as well as the Splash exercise program in the pool  Open & family gym time in our full basketball court  2 racquetball courts  4 lane lap pool with open & family swim times  Warmer teaching pool with open & family swim times  5 locker rooms including men’s locker room with steam room and women’s locker room with sauna

Aerobics Studio

ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP RATES

Teaching Pool

Youth Young Adult Adult Couple Family

Monthly Fee

Facility Fee

$18 $24 $47 $70 $79

$18 $24 $47 $70 $79

ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS As an association member, you have all the benefits of being a branch member PLUS access to our East Side Branch at 81 S Elm Street INCLUDING  FREE babysitting services for children 6 weeks to 10 years old  Discounted priority registration for camp, lessons and other YMCA programs  Use of most YMCA’s in New England at no additional charge through the Reciprocity program

Lap Pool

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MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP DEFINITIONS

MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL

At the Wallingford Family YMCA, we wanted to find a way to make the YMCA accessible to all members of the community in order to fulfill our mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.

With that in mind, we are proud to introduce Membership for All - an innovative way for ALL residents to join the YMCA where they can learn, grow and thrive. This program is funded by our annual Community Support Campaign. Membership for All is intended for members who have a gross annual household income of up to $75,000. It uses an income-based rate scale to determine one's monthly rate. To apply for the Membership for All program, you must come to the Welcome Center of the YMCA with your most recent tax return and your last two paystubs. You must fill out the membership paperwork as well as the scholarship application.

ASSOCIATION MEMBER - Adult/Child who pays monthly or annually for an Association membership with access to both the East Side & West Side Branches.

BRANCH MEMBER - Adult/Young Adult who pays monthly or annually for a West Side Branch membership with access to ONLY the West Side Branch.

As a Branch member, you have access to only our West Side Branch. You are not entitled to Reciprocity benefits and there is a fee for Child Watch. If you are interested in taking programs at our East Side Branch, you are required to pay the Program Member rate.

PROGRAM MEMBER - Adult/Child who is participating in YMCA programs and does not pay monthly or annually for an Association membership.

MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL RATE SCALE FAMILY SIZE (dependents reported on tax return) HOUSEHOLD ANNUAL INCOME 1 6 2 3 4 5

MEMBERSHIP DESCRIPTIONS YOUTH - Up to 14 years of age YOUNG ADULT - 15-23 years of age ADULT - 24+ years of age COUPLE - 2 adults living in the same household FAMILY* - 2 adults living in the same household and dependent children up to 23 years of age *A West Side Branch Family membership includes 2 adults in the household and any dependent children ages 15 and older. An Association Family membership includes all children in the household, regardless of age.

$70,000-74,999 $60,000-69,999 $50,000-59,999 $40,000-49,999 $30,000-39,999 $20,000-29,999 $19,999 & Under

5% 5% 10% 5% 10% 20% 5% 10% 20% 30% 5% 10% 20% 30% 40% 20% 30% 40% 50% 50% 50% 50% 50% 50% 50% 50% Join Fee Discount at 5-40% 100% Join Fee Discount at 50% PLEASE NOTE: Membership for All cannot be combined with promotions or discounts

Seniors aged 62 and older can receive a discount of 20% off of their membership.

FACILITY FEE

This one-time fee is for all new members and those who allow their membership to expire for a 60-day period.

The funds are used for equipment purchases and capital improvement.

SILVERSNEAKERS速 & SILVER&FIT速

10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 50% 50%

SilverSneakers and Silver&Fit are fun, energizing programs that help older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. Some insurance companies will pay for either of these program, giving you a free Association membership to the Y. Bring your Medicare supplemental card & insurance card to the Welcome Center to see if you qualify.

ONE DAY MEMBERSHIP EAST SIDE BRANCH Adult Day Pass: $10 Youth Day Pass: $5 Family Day Pass: $17 West Side Branch Members can use the East Side Branch at the following daily rates: Single: $5 Family: $10 WEST SIDE BRANCH Day Pass: $10

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

All kids deserve the chance to discover who they are any what they can achieve, under the guidance of caring adults who believe in their potential. We see every interaction with young people as an opportunity for learning and development - all grounded in the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen CHILD CARE Corporate Child Care

School Age Growth & Enrichment (SAGE)

YMCA Corporate Child Care provides more than just a place to play. We provide experiences to help entire family units cope, grow, communicate and care for each other. We maintain and strengthen what starts at home, giving all kinds of families the support they need to succeed.

Our goal is to promote children’s emotional, social, physical and intellectual development while meeting the needs of families. We believe in the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility. We promote these values among staff and encourage teachers to plan developmentally appropriate activities that reflect these core values.

For the times you can’t be there yourself, the YMCA supports your efforts to nurture the healthy growth of your child. It provides safe, affordable, high-quality care so you can have peace of mind while you work to help your family succeed.

Our use of primary care givers for infants encourages open communication between the care giver & the parent and helps bridge the gap between home & the center. Our infant to staff ratio is 3:1.

In an age-appropriate environment, experienced staff provides developmentally appropriate programs for each individual age group. Our curriculum is based on the interests and needs of the children and promotes emotional, social, physical and cognitive development.

School Age Growth & Enrichment (SAGE) is located in all 8 elementary schools, with Holy Trinity students being bused to Moses Y Beach. Our hours of operation are from 6:45AM until the start of school and from dismissal until 6:00PM. We are a state licensed facility, with caring staff to provide a safe and fun environment for children of working parents or anyone who requires such care. No one is turned away for inability to pay; we accept Care for Kids and provide financial aid.

We stress a healthy spirit, mind and body. To help achieve this, we offer healthy snacks in both the morning and afternoon. Homework time is held every afternoon, with staff always present and ready to offer assistance.

We utilize either the gym or playground daily to help keep the children active. Board games, tabletop activities and craft projects are also a daily part of the program. The children also participate in monthly community service projects. The YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility are some of the important things that make us different from other child care facilities.

SAGE at KinderHouse

Our SAGE at KinderHouse program operates out of the KinderHouse on 16 Wallace Ave. We are a state licensed facility, with caring staff to provide a safe and fun environment for children of working parents or anyone who requires such care. No one is turned away for inability to pay; we accept Care for Kids and provide financial aid. We provide wrap around care for students in Kindergarten. The AM program runs from 6:45AM until they are brought to the bus at noon to attend PM Kindergarten. They may then attend PM care at their school site. Students who attend AM Kindergarten are brought to the Y by the bus after dismissal, and attend the program until 6:00PM. They may also attend AM care at their school sites. Students bring their own lunch, and are provided both AM and PM snacks. Children swim once a week and have music & gym enrichment weekly.

Computers are available in our media room. Games and manipulative toys are always available. Along with the gym, the children have a playscape in the back yard. The staff at KinderHouse are warm, nurturing, experienced, and fun. Come join the fun at KinderHouse!

THE EARLY LEARNING CENTER at Gaylord Hospital The Early Learning Center offers quality child care and Pre-K programs for children 8 weeks-5 years, Monday-Friday from 6:45AM-5:30PM. The High Reach Learning Curriculum is used with all age groups.

PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS  Family Nights at the YMCA  Swim lessons for Pre K students  Weekly sports skills  Music Enrichment For more information about the Early Learning Center, please contact the center at 203-284-5920 or elc@wallingfordymca.org.

THE LEARNING COMMUNITY at Choate Rosemary Hall The YMCA Learning Community offers quality child care for infants, toddlers, preschool and Pre-K children 8 weeks-5 years, Monday-Friday from 7:00AM-6:00PM. The NAEYC approved Creative Curriculum is used with all age groups.

Enrichment & Leadership for Middle School (ELMS)

Enrichment & Leadership for Middle School (ELMS) is a licensed after school program running from the end of school until 6:00PM. Teens are bused to the YMCA/ Rotary Teen Center from both middle schools at the close of school. Daily, students may participate in sports activities at Doolittle Park, YMCA fitness classes, and have full use of the YMCA/Rotary Teen Center. They are provided with a healthy snack and homework time during the afternoon. Community service, science and art projects highlight this program. The Middle School Afterschool Program will occasionally take field trips for bowling, go-karting and the movies, just to name a few.

The children must complete a fundraising activity of their choosing in order to help subsidize the cost of this trip.

PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS  Weekly drama classes  Family Nights at the YMCA  Swim lessons for Pre K students  Music Together® Program For more information about the Leaning Community, please contact the center at 203-697-2150 or learningcommunity@choate.edu.

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EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP

SWIM, SPORTS & PLAY

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Treat your child to a YMCA pool or gym party! Your party will be hosted by a YMCA Party Planner to ensure your child has a party to remember! You bring decorations, paper goods, food & drinks and we take care of the rest.

Parties can be held on Saturday or Sunday at 12:00 and 2:30PM. All parties must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance. Parties last for 2 hours unless otherwise noted.

There is a $50 non-refundable deposit and a maximum of 15 guests for all parties. Contact Shannon Wynn at swynn@wallingfordymca.org for more information about birthday parties at the YMCA.

All Day Kindergarten

The YMCA All Day Kindergarten occupies four spacious rooms on the 2nd floor of KinderHouse, located at 16 Wallace Street, Wallingford, CT. An enclosed playground, picnic tables and playscape provide a safe, outdoor area.

The Wallingford YMCA was first to venture in operating a full day Kindergarten Program in the Wallingford Community and is 15 years young.

Academic Program runs from 9:00AM-3:00PM. Extended Day hours meet the needs of working parents for both before and after school care, 6:45AM-9:00AM and/or 3:00PM-6:00PM. The All Day Kindergarten aims to meet the developmental needs of each child. Scheduling, pacing and rhythm of each activity are consistent with recognized principles of childhood education. These principles recognize that each child develops at his own unique rate within the general needs of his or her age group. The All Day Kindergarten provides creative opportunities and experiences which stimulate a child’s physical, social, intellectual and emotional development.

Students benefit from small class size, 1:1 instruction and the presence of two teachers daily. Handwriting, phonics, math, science, social studies and reading are part our daily lessons.

Enrichment programs include Reach for the Stars Reading Program, PAF (Preventing Academic Failure), Computer Tots computer classes, field trips, swim lessons, art, music, physical education and free swim.

The YMCA believes that activities which involve the parents in their child’s development should be included in Kindergarten. Activities to strengthen the family unit will give families, students and teachers the chance to work, play and learn together.

To schedule a visit or for more information, please contact our ADK staff Maggie Maugeri & Nancy Germain at 203-284-5328.

Make Your Party a Deluxe Party!

For just an additional $100, make your party a deluxe party by letting the YMCA take care of getting your pizza and cake for you. This is just one way for us to help you make your party as stress-free as possible.

Swim Parties

Pool parties are great year round! Children will enjoy splashing around in our teaching pool while being supervised by one of our certified lifeguards. They will have an hour in the party room and an hour in the pool.

Pool Parties are for children 5 and up.

Members: $125 Program Members: $190 Flick & Float Parties Watch a movie while swimming and floating in our teaching pool! You will then have an hour in the party room after your movie.

Members: $300 Program Members: $360

Gym Parties

This party is geared around your child’s favorite sports!

There are a variety of activities to choose from: T-ball, floor hockey, soccer, basketball, and many more. Let us know what you are interested in and we will do whatever we can to make it happen! There is an hour spent in the gym, and an hour in the party room. Gym Parties are for children of ALL AGES.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Babysitting Training

The 6 hour American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course gives participants 11 & over the skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. Through hands-on activities, interactive video and lively discussions, the course teaches young people how to make good decisions and demonstrate age appropriate behaviors. It also reviews first-aid skills including caring for cuts & scrapes, choking and rescue breathing. Participants must attend both days.

Members: $125 Program Members: $190

Teen House Parties

Why not have your party in the YMCA/Rotary Teen Center? Your child will have the full run of what the Teen House has to offer: Pool, ping pong, even the Wii on our big screen TV! Teen House Parties are for children 9 and up.

Members: $75 Program Members: $100

Members: $150 Program Members: $215 POOL RULES FOR BIRTHDAY PARTIES Children ages 5-7 MUST maintain a ratio of 1 adult in the water for every 3 children.

Children ages 8 and older do not have to have any adults in the water.

Teen House Swim & Teen House Gym Parties You can also have swimming or the gym as part of your party at the Teen House! You will have an hour in either the pool or the gym, in addition to an hour in the Teen House.

Members: $180 Program Members: $240

REMEMBER: There is a 15 child maximum.

This is to ensure the safety of your guests.

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

COMPETITIVE SWIMMING & SPORTS

TEEN RECREATION

Wallingford Dolphins Swim Team

Teen House Open House

The Wallingford Family YMCA Dolphins Swim Team is a year-round competitive program serving those in the town of Wallingford and its surrounding communities by helping swimmers of all abilities reach his or her highest potential. Organized and operated by the Aquatics Department at the Wallingford Family YMCA, the Dolphins apply the four YMCA Core Values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility to all aspects of the sport while also focusing on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This program also instills commitment, dedication, teamwork & a love of swimming within each & every member of the team and builds a strong foundation for a lifetime of healthy fitness habits.

The Dolphins Swim Team participates in YMCA competitions at the local, state, regional and national level. The team also competes as a part of the USA Swimming Association offering those swimmers who meet specific criteria the opportunity to swim at the local, regional, state, zone and national competitive level.

Membership is required for all Dolphin Swim Team participants. Brand new swimmers looking to join the team must contact the WFYD Head Coach for an ‘evaluation to be appropriately placed in a practice group.

Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II Every Monday & Wednesday night play the Wii, master ping pong or play basketball with your friends. The Teen Center is open and waiting for you!

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6:30-8:30PM

TEEN SWIM PROGRAMS Porpoise Club Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II Want to share your love of the water with others?

Continue fine-tuning your skills while also learning how to teach them to others. This club will have a weekly meeting to practice water skills and lesson planning, as well as required assistant teaching time. You will learn strategies and “tricks of the trade” and then be given the chance to implement them with younger swimmers. This club is ideal for swimmers ages 11 and over who are already in Fish & Flying Fish class or on the swim team and want to start learning how to teach swimming. You will need a recommendation from either the Head Coach or your current instructor to join this club. The skills you teach may someday save a life!

For more information about the WFYD Swim Team, pick up a team brochure, visit www.wallingforddolphins.org or contact Head Coach Alexandra Hunter at ahunter@wallingfordymca.org

Members: $65 Program Members: $105

Private Coaching

Private and semi-private coaching sessions give competitive swimmers the opportunity to work one on one with a certified coach. These sessions perfect strokes, turns, starts and finishes for competitive swimming. Coaches will employ drills to help the swimmer achieve better and legal starts, turns, and strokes.

Each package includes 3 hours with a WFYD coach.

Private coaching is a 1:1 student to instructor ratio.

Semi-Private coaching a 2:1 student to instructor ratio.

Semi-Private coaching requires both individuals to be approximately the same skill level.

Teen Beginner Lessons

Please obtain a Private Coaching Request Form at the Welcome Center. This form needs to be completed and submitted to the Dolphins Head Coach to begin the process of setting up this program.

Teen Intermediate Lessons

(ages 11-15) Don’t know how to swim? Feel like you are too old for youth lessons but too young to swim with the adults?

This class will help you overcome your fears & anxiety and prepare you to join our regular swim lessons with age-appropriate swimmers.

Members: $50 Program Members: $90

(ages 11-15) Confident enough to be independent in the water, but want to learn how to swim better? Feel like you are too old for youth lessons but too young to swim with the adults? This class will help you better your stroke technique and prepare you to join advanced level lessons or become a part of the WFYD Swim Team with Narwhal Club!

Private Lessons Members: $150 Program Members: $210 Semi-Private Lessons Members: $85 per swimmer Program Members: $125 per swimmer

Members: $50 Program Members: $90

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YOUTH DANCE PROGRAMS

New Year’s Overnight

Stay that the YMCA for New Year’s Eve! We will swim & play games, sleepover in the gym with moves & pizza and have a jam-packed evening as we watch the ball drop.

Family discounts are available. Overnight is for children 8 and older.

Let Miss Christine introduce your child to the world of dance. Under her guidance, your little dancer will learn new and excited steps while developing coordination.

Ballet & Tap Combo I Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 3-5) For the dancer who wants to learn both ballet and tap in one class! Your child will learn classical ballet and tap, combining rhythm, timing, coordination and style.

Date: December 31 Time: 7:00PM-9:00AM Members: $50 Program Members: $60

Members: $55 Program Members: $75

YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS

All classes for children ages 2-5 are 30 minutes of instruction and 10 minutes of free play with parents.

Ballet & Tap Combo II Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 4-6) This class is for dancers who have previously taken dance and who want to learn both ballet and tap in one class!

Munchkin Basketball Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 3-5) This class is designed to teach the basics of basketball with emphasis put on dribbling, passing and shooting.

Basic rules of the game will be introduced and teamwork will be developed.

Members: $55 Program Members: $75

YOUTH RECREATION

Members: $45 Program Members: $65

Kid’s Night Out Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II Parents, need a chance to have some relaxing time to yourselves? Kid’s Night Out is the perfect opportunity for you to have a Friday night out while your children have a blast here at the YMCA. Designed for grades K-5, each night will feature jam packed fun! Kids will enjoy pizza and a movie, swimming, games,and more with our trained YMCA staff. Registration is required & space is limited.

Family discounts are available.

Munchkin Soccer Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 3-5) This class is designed to teach the basics of soccer with the emphasis put on dribbling, passing and shooting. Ball control and teamwork will also be taught.

Members: $45 Program Members: $65

Time: 6:30-9:00PM Members: $25 Program Members: $35

Munchkin Tennis Spring II & Fall I (ages 3-5) This class introduces the basic skills and movements required in tennis. Class will get your child moving around the court and practicing the basic strokes and positioning required to develop their tennis skills. Players need to bring their own racquets. Class is held at Doolittle Park.

Halloween Party & Overnight

Come in costume and enjoy Halloween crafts, fun games and swimming! Snacks will be provided. If you are 8 or older, stay over for the overnight! We will have a sleepover in the gym with movies and pizza, with breakfast in the morning. Party is drop off ONLY.

Members: $45 Program Members: $65

Date: October 24 PARTY Time: 5:00-8:00PM Members: $5 Program Members: $10

Munchkin Triple Play Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 3-5) This program is designed to give your preschooler the basic skills of soccer, basketball, and baseball. They will spend 2 weeks on each sport with emphasis on skill development, improving coordination and fun.

PARTY & OVERNIGHT Time: 5:00PM-8:00AM Members: $35 Program Members: $40

Members: $45 Program Members: $65

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Youth Basketball

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Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 5-9) This program is designed to build basic basketball skills and develop a sense of teamwork and game awareness.

New skills will be introduced weekly as the players build up to game playing situations.

(ages 3-5) Children must be able to swim horizontally 10-15 yards with a noodle or up to 2 bubbles and be comfortable putting their face in the water. They should be confident floating on their back, with their ears submerged in the water, without the help of an instructor. They also need to be comfortable in deep water with floatation.

Members: $50 Program Members: $70

Twice a Week Lessons Members: $90 Program Members: $160

Youth Tennis Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 5-9) Teaches the basics and lets children develop the skills needed to play the game. Proper strokes, volleying, serving and the rules of the game will be learned. Players need to bring their own racquet.

Ray (ages 3-5) Children must be confident swimming 10-15 yards on their front and back, without floatation or assistance from an instructor. They need to be able to submerge while blowing bubbles and be comfortable while being independent in deep water.

Members: $50 Program Members: $70

Twice a Week Lessons Members: $90 Program Members: $160

Youth Volleyball Winter, Spring I & Fall II (ages 7+) This class is an introduction to the basic skills of volleyball in a non-competitive environment. Participants will learn how to set, serve, pass as well as the basic rules of the game and proper court placement.

Once a Week Lessons Members: $50 Program Members: $90

Starfish (ages 3-5) Children must be able to swim 25 yards without floatation on their front and 25 yards without floatation on their back. They must also know the basics of front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and elementary backstroke.

Members: $50 Program Members: $70

Twice a Week Lessons Members: $90 Program Members: $160

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS S.K.I.P. (ages 6-36 months) These parent/child swimming lessons promote water enrichment and aquatic readiness activities. The child learns how to kick, scoop, back float, blow bubbles, and get their face wet; while the parent learns how to teach the child to be safe in the water. All children who are not potty trained MUST wear a swim diaper and a bathing suit or plastic pants. To receive the YMCA member rate, at least 1 participant (parent or child) must be a current YMCA member.

Once a Week Lessons Members: $50 Program Members: $90

Polliwog (ages 6+) This is for children who are still dependant on the use of floatation or are afraid of the water. Beginner skills such as breathing, kicking, floating, paddling and elementary backstroke are taught.

Members: $50 Program Members: $90

Members: $50 Program Members: $90

Guppy (ages 6+) Children must be swimming 25 yards without floatation or assistance on the front and 15 yards without floatation or assistance on their backs. Children learn front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke, as well as improve strength and endurance.

Pike (ages 3-5) This is the first level of the preschool swim lessons.

Children use floatation and need to be comfortable without mom or dad in the pool. Primary skills taught include breathing, floating, kicking and paddling, as well as self confidence and safety.

Twice a Week Lessons Members: $90 Program Members: $160

Once a Week Lessons Members: $50 Program Members: $90

Members: $50 Program Members: $90

Once a Week Lessons Members: $50 Program Members: $90

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CAMP Minnow

DAY CAMPS

(ages 6+) Children must be able to swim 25 yards of both front and back crawl and be able to swim an endurance test of at least 50 yards. Children will improve upon their front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke techniques, as well as learn the basics of butterfly, sidestroke and diving.

Camp Ulbrich 2015

Camp Ulbrich is coming! Camp Ulbrich is coming! It is never too early to start thinking about your summer camp needs and if you want your child to have & safe summer to remember, look no further than Camp Ulbrich.

Whether your camper is a Rascal (Pre-K-K) or an AdventurTeen (grades 6-9), an All-Star (grades 1-5) or a C.I.T. (grade 10), Camp Ulbrich has something for everyone. Camp begins in June, but register now to ensure your child has a summer full of adventure. Watch out for our camp brochure in January - Early Bird Registration for Returning Campers begins February 1.

Members: $65 Program Members: $105

Fish & Flying Fish (ages 6+) Children must be able to complete a 100 yard endurance swim, 50 yards of front crawl and back crawl and 25 yards of breaststroke, butterfly and sidestroke. Children will learn the basics of competitive swimming and basic water rescues, as well as increase endurance.

Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation

You don't have to wait for summer to have summer camp fun. Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation Days are a great way for your child to have a fun and safe experience when school is not in session. Kids in grades K-8, will participate in swimming, arts & crafts, group games, and so much more. Summer is months away, but you don't have to wait for camp. Sign up for Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation Days today!

Members: $65 Program Members: $105

Time: 7:00AM-6:00PM

Private, Semi-Private & Custom Group Lessons

This program is offered to those 3 years of age and older. Lessons can be purchased in blocks of six 30 minute classes or four 45 minute classes. Private lessons are a 1:1 student to instructor ratio. Semi-Private lessons are a 2:1 student to instructor ratio. Custom Group lessons can have 3-6 swimmers. Semi-Private and Custom Group lessons require all individuals to be approximately the same skill level. Please obtain a Private Lesson Request Form at the Welcome Center. This form needs to be completed and submitted to the Aquatics Director to begin the process of setting up this program.

Members: $50 Program Members: $70

Private Lessons Members: $150 Program Members: $210 Semi-Private Lessons Members: $85 per swimmer Program Members: $125 per swimmer Custom Group Lessons Members: $50 per swimmer Program Members: $90 per swimmer

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2015 COMMUNITY SUPPORT CAMPAIGN Goal: $150,000 From exercise to education From volleyball to volunteerism From preschool to preventive health

We are so much more than just Gym & Swim

The Wallingford Family YMCA is a non-profit organization that supports the community every day of the year, and never more so than in challenging and uncertain times. From cancer-survivor programs aimed to regain strength and endurance to programs fighting the youth obesity epidemic, the YMCA meets the needs of the Wallingford community. Over the past 70 years, the YMCA has provided programs for all to strengthen the spirit, mind and body and we can’t do it alone.

Our annual Community Support Campaign ensures that no one is turned away because of the inability to pay. Each year, the Wallingford Family YMCA provides financial assistance to thousands of local youth and families. As a non-profit organization, the Y relies on contributions from members and other friends to promote the healthy development of all regardless of their financial means. 100% of each contributed dollar goes to subsidize the cost of programs for children, families and seniors and to give financial assistance to those who need it .

PRIORITY

INVESTMENT

Sustaining current subsidized programs Youth Development

$115,000 $27,500

Healthy Living

$40,000

Social Responsibility

$25,000

TOTAL

$207,500

Combating childhood obesity with our Fit-to-Go programs

Uniting & supporting cancer survivors with LiveSTRONG at the YMCA Helping prevent type 2 diabetes with the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program Working with at-risk youth with Upward Bound

2014 COMMUNITY SUPPORT CAMPAIGN $10,000 $3,802 $13,214

$49,250

Upward Bound - Teen Outreach Fit-to-Go - Youth Obesity

$19,745

Membership for All LIVESTRONG at the Y - Cancer Survivors $22,982

Preschool Child Care $43,867

School Age Growth & Enrichment Camp Ulbrich YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program

$39,007

Youth & Aquatic Programs $41,709

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HEALTHY LIVING

Health and well-being are all about balance. That’s why we help people and families build and maintain healthy habits for spirit, mind and body in their everyday lives. By helping kids, adults, families and seniors from all walks of life to improve their health and well-being, we build a stronger community.

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving Wallingford’s health and well-being FAMILY TIME Scuba Santa

Flick & Float

Time: Movie starts at 7:00PM

Who thought you would be able to swim in the pool with Santa? Enjoy a Wallingford Y tradition by helping Santa decorate his underwater tree. After your swim, warm up with hot cocoa and cookies, then have fun with an indoor “snowball” fight and holiday crafts.

Members: FREE Program Members: $10/family

Date: December 13 Time: 1:00-3:00PM

St. Patty’s Day Shindig

Cost: FREE with a donation of an new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food

You and your family, floating aimlessly in our Teaching Pool, watching a hit movie… who could ask for a better (and cheaper!) way to spend time with your family?

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Wallingford Y with a special themed gym game, an Irish craft and a treat for the whole family. Come on down and wear your green Irish pride!

Date: March 13 Time: 6:30-8:30PM Cost: FREE

Easter Egg-stravaganza

FISHBEIN/WALLINGFORD YMCA

COMMUNITY

Join the Easter Bunny for an egg-cellent afternoon with an Easter Egg Hunt, a Spring craft, themed gym games and more. Don’t forget to get your free photo with the Easter Bunny as a special thanks for being with us! Due to the popularity of this event, pre-registration is REQUIRED. Drop-ins will not be able to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt or receive a photo with the Easter Bunny.

DAY & ROAD RACE 5K & 10K

Date: March 28 Time: 1:00-4:00PM

Certified & Chip-Timed

2K Walk

Cost: FREE

WALKStrong to LiveSTRONG

Healthy Kids Day

Youth Races

Healthy Kids Day is the Y's largest national initiative event supporting our focus on healthy living and the importance of children being safe, active and engaged.

From local vendors to family games, healthy snacks to special presentations, Healthy Kids Day is the perfect event for all families.

Grades 3-8

Kids Fun Run Grades 2 & under

JOIN US AFTER THE RACE & WALK FOR

Date: May 2 Time: 11:00AM-1:00PM

COMMUNITY DAY

Cost: FREE

Food Trucks, Family Games, Magic Show, Scholastic Book Fair, Obstacle Course, Inflatables & MORE!

Turkey-palooza

Come celebrate Thanksgiving with games, crafts and free family fun!

at DOOLITTLE PARK from 10:00AM-2:00PM

Date: November 21 Time: 11:00AM-1:00PM Cost: FREE

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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS GROUP CLASSES

Low Impact Mix-Up ES Get your low-impact cardio workout with a fun twist! It’s a different class each week, with two instructors offering a variety of workout styles.

The Wallingford Family YMCA offers more than 100 Fitness and Cycling Classes per week, including 15 classes per week just for Active Older Adults. Fitness classes are included with a YMCA membership, but if you’d like to try our classes before becoming a member, we invite you to purchase a Group Fitness Punch Card ($90 for 20 classes or $49 for 10). This card can be used for Fitness or Aquatics classes. Schedules can be found online and at the facility.

Personal Training 101 WS Learn the skills, drills and techniques used by trainers to improve all aspects of physical fitness Pilates ES A total body mat workout with emphasis on the core muscles (abdominals and low back). Increase your core strength and body awareness and improve your posture!

All fitness levels welcome.

Fitness Classes 1 Minute AeroSculpt WS This total body conditioning class held in a fast-passed boot camp style format. Perform one weight exercise for one minute, followed by one minute of heart-pumping cardio. Engage all muscle groups and work up a sweat with this effective calorie burning combo.

Pilates Core Fusion WS A Pilates-infused transformational fitness experience allows you to work from the inside out and consistently delivers results. It fuses the disciplines of core conditioning and Pilates to produce long, lean muscle, a flexible, youthful body and a sense of peace & relaxation.

20/20 ES This class incorporates 20 minutes of intense cardio with 20 minutes of resistance training to sculpt and define those muscles. Appropriate for all fitness levels.

Power Strength ES Whole body strength & conditioning class, combining barbells, dumbbells and floor work to challenge the entire body. Great for all levels of fitness.

Ab Solution ES 45 minutes of hard-hitting abdominal work. Get on the fast track to a six-pack!

Step Classes ES/WS We offer a level just right for you. Choose from beginner or intermediate levels.

Cardio Strength Blast ES A mix of heart-pumping cardio (kickboxing, hi-low, step & boot camp) combined with strength utilizing balls, weights and bands - something different every class!

Stronger Longer ES A class designed to help older adults improve their muscular strength, cardiovascular strength and flexibility.

Good for beginners.

Diva Dance Fitness ES Empower, let loose and bring out your inner diva! This is a class that ties fitness and hot dance styles from burlesque, tango, belly dance and so much more. This is the perfect class for all fitness levels and dance abilities.

Total Body Conditioning WS This class boosts your muscular strength, endurance, coordination and flexibility. One class, one goal: a balanced approach to fitness. Total Body Conditioning is a great workout for everyone. - to mater what fitness level.

Extreme Kickboxing ES Kickboxing drills and circuits are performed in this dynamic class that also partners you up for sparring.

Ideal for intermediate to advanced exercisers.

TREAD WS Improve balance, agility and endurance through interval training on the treadmill. This class will warm you up with light jogging and have you power walking at various speeds and inclines with added intervals of sprints, running drills and climbs.

Guts & Butts ES Hit your body where you need it most! Tone and slim your midsection, hips and legs in this targeted strength class. Guaranteed to have you coming back for more!

HIIT ES High Intensity Interval Training gives maximum results in minimal time! Hard-hitting aerobic intervals alternate with less intense recovery periods to improve athletic ability and improve fat burning.

Insanity

Lead by Certified INSANITY instructors who will push you past your limits through plyometric drills with nonstop intervals of strength, power, resistance, and core training moves. You'll work through MAX Interval Training: Long bursts of maximum-intensity exercises with short periods of rest - all done to your fitness level.

Low Impact Cardio Fit ES Keep your heart pumping and the calories burning with 45 minutes of non-stop action! Weights, resistance bands and core work may be incorporated.

THE BENEFITS: Lose weight not muscle, increase your metabolism and burn more calories before and after class!!

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

Improving Wallingford’s health and well-being

Krav Maga

Spinning® Indoor Cycling

Spinning Indoor Cycling provides a terrific cardio workout, which offers countless health benefits, including: weight loss, increased energy levels, stronger heart & lungs, decreased risk for heart disease, increased bone density, better sleep and improved cholesterol & triglyceride levels. Sign-ups for Cycling classes start the day before the class.

EASY TO LEARN – REALISTIC -- PRACTICAL Krav Maga is one of the best self-defense systems available today. This class provides a great cardio workout while you learn to defend yourself from potential attacks and situations using natural and instinctive responses. Participants train with as much realism as possible and still maintain a high level of safety.

Shokotan Karate

No previous experience is necessary, open to males and females 15 years old and up. You will get a workout in this program. Flexible punch cards allow students to generate their own schedule and come as often as they are able. Mandatory equipment purchase of $55 includes grappling gloves and forearm guards for student safety.

Traditional Japanese Karate with foci on balance, coordination, endurance and strength.

Small class size ensures personalized instruction.

All abilities are welcome. Class is for ages 10 and up.

Instructor Maura Graham-Vecellio, Third Degree Black Belt, Japan Karate Association has over 28 years experience. For more information, contact thekaratewayJKA@yahoo.com

1 Class: $20 5 Classes: $75 10 Classes: $120 20 Classes: $200

Yoga

Try one of our many Yoga class and work on your flexibility & relaxation techniques.

Les Mills International Classes

Basic ES/WS A light hearted, playful class that embraces all of the beautiful movement and rhythm of yoga.

BODYPUMP™ WS The original barbell class, will sculpt, tone and strengthen your entire body, fast! Great bodies aren't born, they are transformed, using the proven BODYPUMP™ formula: THE REP EFFECT™ a breakthrough in resistance workout training. Focusing on low weight loads and high repetition movements, you'll burn fat, gain strength and quickly produce lean body muscle conditioning.

Candle Light WS A slow moving, mindful class designed to fully learn to engage the breath and move with conscious awareness.

Stretch and breathe your way to the ultimate stillness and relaxation. Enjoy!

Practice WS Join Christina for a Friday morning practice. As she takes to the mat, you can join her as she shares her way to start the weekend. A fun, energetic yoga class. All levels, some yoga knowledge is helpful.

BODYPUMP™ is one of the world's fastest ways to get in shape as it challenges all of your major muscle groups while you squat, press, lift and curl.

The cutting-edge BODYPUMP™ choreography, and chart-topping music is refreshed every three months, so with your choice of weight and highly-trained instructors you can get the group effect and the results you've been looking for!

Vinyasa I WS An active yoga practice synchronizing breath with movement. Gain stability, flexibility and mindful breath work. All levels welcome.

BODYCOMBAT™ WS This is the empowering cardio workout where you are totally unleashed. This fiercely energetic program is inspired by martial arts and draws from a wide array of disciplines such as karate, boxing, taekwondo, tai chi and muay thai. Supported by driving music and powerful role model instructors, you strike, punch, kick and kata your way through calories to superior cardio fitness. Like all the LES MILLS™ programs, a new BODYCOMBAT™ class is produced every three months with new music and choreography.

Vinyasa II WS A moderately paced vinyasa class with the intention to cultivate balance, strength and flexibility. Starts with warming up the body, followed by standing postures, balancing, core work, back bends and hip openers.

Vinyasa Flow WS A flowing, fluid style of yoga linked from one pose to the next.

Zumba® Classes Zumba Basic ES/WS The newest, freshest addition to the world of cardio!

Zumba incorporates Latin and International dance styles to get your heart racing! So much fun, you’ll forget you’re exercising!

SilverSneakers®

Looking for a terrific fitness program designed specifically for older adults? Want to build and maintain muscle tone, bone density, mobility, range of movement, cardiovascular fitness and functional strength? The award-winning SilverSneakers Fitness Program is the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults. SilverSneakers Classic classes are offered 4 times a week. Get fit …have fun …make friends!

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PERSONAL FITNESS

Zumba Fusion WS The true fitness triple threat! Sentao, Toning and Classic Zumba techniques will be used in one class for the Ultimate Zumba experience.

CrossFit Triton West

We are proud to be collaborating with CrossFit Triton to bring CrossFit to our members. CrossFit delivers a fitness that is, by design, broad, general and inclusive. Its specialty is not specializing. CrossFit is designed for universal scalability making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of experience. The same routines are used for elderly individuals with heart disease and cage fighters one month out from televised bouts. The program doesn’t change; only the load and intensity.

Not sure if CrossFit is for you? FREE trial classes are available!

Zumba Toning ES/WS Zumba Toning is an innovative muscle training program with the addition of light weight toning sticks. This challenging workout help in building coordination and muscle endurance. Now that you’ve worked on your lower body rhythm, it’s time to perfect the upper body!

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES Connecticut Child Care

The purpose of the American Red Cross CT Child Care course is to prepare individuals who work with children to prevent injuries, give immediate care to a suddenly ill or injured person until more advanced help arrives, recognize childhood communicable diseases and identify safe action at the onset of illness. This course also includes Adult, Child & Infant CPR.

CrossFit On Ramp New to CrossFit? Work out at the West Side Branch with CrossFit Triton and learn all you need to know to start!

The On-Ramp program is required for ALL new clients prior to entering regular classes. The curriculum consists of 8 sessions completed over 4 weeks time to ensure knowledge and safety of movements. We'll review CrossFit Methodology, the various fundamental movements, Olympic lifts, nutrition and complete various benchmark On Ramp & WODs (Work Out of the Day).

Members: $100 Program Members: $125

CPR & First Aid Training

Our American Red Cross classes will be taught by certified instructors here at the YMCA. In order to receive certification card, participant must be able to pass both the written and the hands-on tests with 80% or better.

Great for coaches, parents, scouts and youth leaders.

Class sizes are limited. Pre-registration is required.

Re-certifications classes are also available. This course includes CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Standard First Sid & Administering Emergency Oxygen.

M/W

9:30-10:30AM

Members: $75 Program Members: $100

Members: $80

Members: $75 CrossFit Triton Punch Card After completing On Ramp, continue your training at Cross Fit Triton. 8 class Punch Cards are available for purchase so YMCA members can take classes over at Triton.

CrossFit Teens (ages 13-17) Specially designed for the age group, CrossFit Teens is not simply a scaled down version of CrossFit, it is entirely absolutely CrossFit! Workouts consist of constantly varied, functional movements that deliver a fitness that is broad, inclusive and general & scaleable for any participant at any level.

Lifeguard Training

This is an American Red Cress program. Participants must be 15 years and older to take this course. CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen are included in this package. Participants must attend all classes as scheduled and pass both the written & physical exams with a score of 80% or higher to receive certification. Swimmers must complete a 300 yd swim, 2 minutes of treading water with legs only and a timed event on the first night of class or they will not be able to continue.

W/F

4:30-5:30PM

Members: $50 Program Members: $75

Members: $295 Program Members: $315

Water Safety Instructor

Learn the Learn-to-Swim curriculum and become a certified swimming and water safety instructor. This is an American Red Cross program. Participants must be 16 years and older to take this course. Participants must attend all classes as scheduled and pass both the written & physical exams with a score of 80% or higher to receive certification. Please call the Aquatics Director for more information at 203-269-4497 x20.

Members: $295 Program Members: $315

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Improving Wallingford’s health and well-being

Cross Train

WATER ACTIVITIES

A whole new way to get results at the Wallingford YMCA! Cross Training is a current, rigorous, results-based group personal training that gives equal attention to strength, cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, agility, speed, explosiveness and flexibility to achieve MAXIMUM ATHLETIC POTENTIAL. Train with exciting new equipment, including pull up/dip bars, plyometric boxes, power harnesses, break-away harnesses, agility ladders, hurdles, speed shoots & TRX suspension trainers. Classes are limited in size, with 2 instructors. Ideal for personalized attention while building camaraderie in a group setting.

Adult Swim Lessons

Always wanted to learn to swim but were too afraid?

Want to learn or improve your strokes? Adult Swim Lessons are for you!

Members: $65 Program Members: $105

Aqua Combo

Members: FREE

Uses a variety of group work and stations to create a workout as intense as you want. No swimming experience necessary. This class runs year round!

Get Me Started

Members: FREE Program Members: $84

We’ve put together a two day one-on-one program at a terrific value to help you get started on your path to reaching your fitness goals! This two day one-on-one training will meet two fitness goals: 1. On Day One of the program, your trainer will assess your current fitness levels for cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, core strength, and flexibility.

2. On Day Two, you will receive a comprehensive fitness report and, together with your personal trainer, build a fitness program which best builds on your fitness strengths and addresses your relative weaknesses.

SilverSneakers Splash®

Activate your aqua exercise urge for variety! Splash offers LOTS of fun and shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming experience necessary. This class runs year round! This class consists of a 45 minute workout with 15 minutes of socializing.

No more generic, carbon copy exercise routines for you!

Members: FREE Program Members: $84

Cost: $100

Water Aerobics

“Not Your Grandmother’s Water Aerobics Class!!” High energy water aerobics classes designed to improve cardiovascular fitness, burn fat, increase strength and endurance, improve flexibility, range of motion and balance. Classes features include use of resistance training tools, such as water buoys, noodles and resistance tubing. There are shallow and deep water workouts and fun Friday water volleyball. These classes are meant to complement your fitness workouts at the Wallingford Family YMCA. No swimming experience necessary.

Personal Training

The best way to get started and to reach your individual fitness goals is to work with one of our knowledgeable personal trainers. They will help you assess your current fitness level, set and achieve your individual goals and move through fitness plateaus and stuck points. Invest in your fitness! Whether you’re new to fitness or you’re experienced and are looking for a challenge, our personal trainers will design training programs just for you, and will work with you one-on-one to maximize results.

Members: FREE Program Members: $84

30 Minute Express Training 5 Sessions: $155 10 Sessions: $260 20 Sessions: $455

SPORTS & RECREATION

60 Minute Training 5 Sessions: $260 10 Sessions: $455 20 Sessions: $860

ADULT SPORTS Adult Drop-in Volleyball Winter & Spring I If you like to play volleyball and are interested in getting some great exercise, then this is the program for you!

Commit to your fitness and meet with your trainer 1, 2 or even 5 times a week and you can save up to 25% off! For more details about our Personal Training Packages, please see one of our trainers or our helpful Fitness Center staff.

M

6:30-8:30PM

Members: FREE Program Members: $3

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East Side

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY With our doors open to all, we bring together people from all backgrounds and support those who need us most. We take on the most urgent needs of our community.

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FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Giving back and providing support to our neighbors SOCIAL SERVICES CHILD WELFARE Upward Bound

Upward Bound is a free program offered by the Wallingford Family YMCA designed to help students in grades six through eight grow and develop in a positive environment with positive role models. It incorporates the Y philosophy of developing the spirit, mind, and body.

Youth are challenged to reach past their limitations with decision-making opportunities, recreational activities, and positive self-expression. In doing so, our hope is that these youth will grow and learn about themselves in a multitude of aspects in their lives. In growing to understand themselves more completely, they will be better equipped when faced with everyday challenges.

Upward Bound is supported by the United Way of Meriden/Wallingford, Rotary Foundation and the Liberty Bank Foundation.

COMMUNITY HEALTH Fit-to-Go

In response to the growing youth health crisis, the Wallingford Family YMCA is proud to offer the Fit-to-Go program. In this program, elementary and middle school youth will learn about healthy living and nutrition, develop a focused and realistic workout program that they can stick with, have tons of fun doing healthy activities, make new friends and feel better about themselves. Parents are invited to join us for monthly healthy meals, where healthy lifestyle tips are offered by a health professional. Fit-to-Go is supported by the United Way of Meriden/Wallingford, the Bank of America Foundation and the Town of Wallingford Department of Public Health.

PARTNERS IN HEALING THE WHOLE PERSON

Be Water Safe Week

This program is designed to teach children basic water safety skills such as kicking, arm strokes, putting face in the water and floating. It combines swimming and water safety skills for children ages 3 years through 8 years of age. Registration will begin April 1. Pre-register for one preschool or school-age 30 minute lesson to attend Monday through Friday. For further information, please contact Marcie Woliver at 203-269-4497 x20 or mwoliver@wallingfordymca.org

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA

The YMCA and LIVESTRONG have joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a physical activity & well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors achieve their holistic health goals. The research -based program offers people affected by cancer a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities focused on strengthening the whole person. This 12-week small group exercise program is offered FREE. To find out more, please contact Intake Advisor Eileen Farmer, Coordinator of Community Initiatives at 203-269-4497 x24.

Dates: April 13-17

Semana de Seguridad en el Agua

Este programa se diseña para enseñar a niños habilidades de seguridad acuáticas básicas como dar puntapiés, golpes del brazo, puesta de la cara en el agua y flotación. Combina natación y habilidades de seguridad acuáticas para años de niños 3 años durante 8 años de la edad. El registro comenzará el 1 de abril. Pre-registrarse para una clase preescolar o clase de la edad escolar de 30 minutos de lunes a viernes. Para mayor información, por favor comuníquese con Marcie Woliver al 203-2694497 x20 o mwoliver@wallingfordymca.org

LIVESTRONG Graduates

This new class is open to all LIVESTRONG at the YMCA graduates. Participants will have continued support from specially trained LIVESTRONG trainers, as well as from fellow graduates. This program is fitness-focused, so come dressed to exercise!

Fechas: El 13-17 de abril

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VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program

VOLUNTEERS

The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is a community-based lifestyle improvement program for adults with prediabetes. Its purpose is to empower adults with lasting lifestyle changes that will improve their overall health and reduce their chance of developing type 2 diabetes.

Currently, diabetes affects nearly 29 million people.

Another 86 million have prediabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes, but only 11 percent are aware of it.

Research by the National Institutes of Health has shown that programs like the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program reduce the number of new cases of diabetes by 58% overall and by 71% in individuals over age 60.

Participants gather in a relaxed classroom setting and work together in small groups to learn how to incorporate healthier eating and moderate physical activity into their daily lives. The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is led by a trained Lifestyle Coach.

This one year program includes 16 weekly sessions, followed by 8 monthly sessions.

To qualify for the program, participants must be at least 18 years old, overweight (BMI ≥25) and at risk for developing type 2diabetes or diagnosed with prediabetes.

The goals of the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is to reduce body weight by 7% and increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week. For more information, please contact Eileen Farmer at 203-269-4497 x24.

Volunteers are the heart and soul of any YMCA. The time and talent contributed by the men and women who volunteer at the Wallingford Family YMCA enable us to meet the needs of the many people we serve. Play and mentor kids! Help raise funds during our Community Support Campaign. Dive into helping needy families and elders. Work with seniors on improving health and peace of mind. Help guide runners during our Fishbein Road Race. We welcome anyone who wants to help with helping people. We've got something for everyone interested in volunteering. We may have specific needs at any time, but we are always happy to speak with you about volunteering ideas. We are so grateful for the work of students, graduate students, seniors, stay-athome moms, people in transition as well as professionals in any field. Stop by the Welcome Center to pick up an application today or contact Debbie Chappell.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The Wallingford Family YMCA is proud of our heritage and commitment to make its character-building, family-enriching programs available to everyone in our community. Annually, we receive support from hundreds of members, community leaders and businesses including the United Way of Meriden/Wallingford who believe in our purpose. They contribute generously to our Community Support Campaign, Road Race, and various programs investing in your families. These funds are distributed on a sliding scale to families with a documented need in our community. Subject to available YMCA resources, our goal is to never turn anyone away because of an inability to pay. For more information contact Chris Kingston at 203-269-4497 x13.

Applications can be found at www.wallingfordymca.org or you can pick one up at the YMCA Welcome Center.

WALLINGFORD YMCA HERITAGE SOCIETY In the 69 years since the Wallingford Family YMCA was founded in our community, thousands of our community members have personally benefitted from the Y. The YMCA Board of Directors has created an endowment fund and Heritage Society honoring those who have made a commitment to provide for the future impact of our YMCA. Heritage Society members, by their current or planned gift, ensure that our mission and our values endure, and that YMCA programs will positively impact our community for generations to come.

We hope you will give serious consideration to joining our Heritage Society, to make certain that the Y will continue to make a strong impact in the lives of members of the Wallingford community for generations to come. If you would like more information regarding the YMCA’s Endowment Fund and the Heritage Society, please contact Sean Doherty, Executive Director at sdoherty@wallingfordymca.org or 203-269-4497 x29.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES 211 Connecticut

HUBCAP Wallingford

www.211ct.org Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Connecticut and you will reach a highly-trained call specialist who will assess your needs and provide referrals to the resources in your community. Everyday, call specialists help callers find assistance for complex issues such as financial problems, substance abuse and suicide prevention and for simpler issues such as finding volunteer opportunities and donation options. 2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day every day of the year. Multilingual assistance and TDD access is also available.

128 Center St, Wallingford 203-980-7360 www.hubcapwallingford.com HUBCAP Wallingford is a hybrid-business incubator providing a unique opportunity for collaboration between businesses and the local school district to provide an authentic learning experience while strengthening their business foundation and expanding Downtown Wallingford business. HUBCAP offers affordable office space, a professional setting for your meetings and support for you and your business.

Master’s Manna

Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES)

46 N Plains Industrial, Wlfd 203-678-3042 www.mastersmanna.org Master’s Manna serves homeless, near homeless, low to moderate income families and individuals living in the greater Wallingford/Meriden CT area. They deliver basic needs such as food, clothing & showers, provide vocational training & a supervised job-site for differently -abled individuals and collaborate with non-profit, local, state & federal organizations to provide additional on-site services.

350 State St, North Haven 203-498-6800 www.aces.org ACES exists to improve public education through high quality, cost effective programs and services. From school-based technical assistance to programs that advance the education workforce, we work hand in hand with state officials and local educators to improve the quality of teaching and learning.

Benhaven

Meriden-Wallingford Chrysalis

187 Half Mile Rd, North Haven 203-239-6425 www.benhaven.org Benhaven provides a variety of programs to serve individuals and families living with autism spectrum disorders, pervasive developmental disabilities and related impairments. The Benhaven School provides individualized educational services and support for children and adolescents. Residential services are available to students attending the school.

14 W Main St, Meriden 203-630-1638 www.mwchrysalis.org Meriden-Wallingford Chrysalis empowers women and children to make their own decisions, without the fear of abuse. Services are offered at no cost and include support groups, advocacy, safety planning and a short term emergency shelter. 24-hour hotline services are available at 203-238-1501 or toll-free statewide at 888-774-2900.

Coalition for a Better Wallingford

My City Kitchen

21 Pleasant St, Wallingford 203-440-8040 www.cbwlfd.org The Coalition for a Better Wallingford is a grassroots organization established in 2012 as a result of alarming drug and alcohol addiction abuse statistics among teens and young adults in the Wallingford, CT community.

384 Pratt St, Meriden 203-630-2870 www.mycitykitchen.org My City Kitchen hopes to instill healthy eating habits, build self-esteem, foster a sense of belonging, establish basic life skills in children so that they may grow into healthy adults. Through cooking classes and more, they encourage kids to take a keen interest in what they eat, where the food comes from and especially how to prepare it.

The Dry Dock

68 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford 203-626-5560 www.thedrydock.org The Dry Dock provides a safe and sober environment to the community as a whole, with a particular emphasis on the recovery community. Fellowship is the cornerstone of recovery and the Dry Dock is an environment with an open hear, mind and understanding of recovery, where its pitfalls are openly shared.

Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters

30 Laurel St, Hartford 860-525-5437 www.nutmegbigbrothersbigsisters.com Big Brothers Big Sisters operates under the belief that every child has the ability to succeed, thrive and reach their fullest potential in life. As Connecticut’s largest volunteer mentoring network, Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, professionally supported matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in 111 cities and towns across the state. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people in need.

Healthy Wallingford 2020 Healthy Wallingford 2020 is a collaboration of community leaders who are dedicated to making Wallingford a healthier place. The committee will develop new programs and address community needs in the following areas: Maternal. Infant & Child Heath, Environmental Risk Factors & Health, Chronic Disease Prevention, Infectious Disease Prevention & Control, Injury & Violence Prevention, Mental Health, Alcohol & Substance Abuse and Health Systems.

Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce 100 S Turnpike Rd, Wallingford www.quinncham.com

203-269-9891

Check out the Quinnipiac Chamber to get information about local businesses.

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Spanish Community of Wallingford - S.C.O.W.

Wallingford Emergency Shelter

South Central CT Substance Abuse Council

Wallingford Housing Authority

284 Washington St, Wallingford 203-265-5866 www.scowinc.org The mission of SCOW is to respond to the needs of the Latino Community by assisting them to succeed in U.S. society and to enable Latinos to maintain & share their rich varied cultures with the broader community. From music lessons to tutoring, interpretation to translation, SCOW helps Latino individuals and families thrive in their new home, the United States of America.

123 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford 203-294-0102 www.wallingfordshelter.org The Wallingford Emergency Shelter provides temporary housing and warm meals during the winter months to those who are in a state of emergency as the result of a crisis situation or extreme difficulty. These include but are not limited to fire, severe weather conditions, loss of job, disability which causes them to be incapable of supporting themselves, spousal abuse or eviction.

5 Brookside Dr, Wallingford 203-303-3391 www.sccsac.org The South Central CT Substance Abuse Council (SCCSAC) identifies local needs related to substance abuse prevention, intervention & treatment, increases awareness and fosters local, inclusive & collaborative solutions to the issues related to substance abuse & addictive behaviors. The SCCSAC offers programs and trainings for all ages.

45 Temper Dr, Wallingford 203-269-5173 www.town.wallingford.ct.us The Wallingford Housing Authority assists with the provision and maintenance of moderate income and elderly rental housing units.

Wallingford Park and Recreation Department

6 Fairfield Blvd, Wallingford 203-294-2120 www.town.wallingford.ct.us This department offers programs for seniors, teens, youth preschoolers & the challenged population such as bus trips, special interest, sports, health fitness, performing arts, visual/fine arts, adaptive and early childhood. They also oversee 2,000 acres of parks & ball fields and issue pool tags for the Community Pool.

Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club

72 Grand Ave, Wallingford 203-269-7535 www.bgcawallingford.org The Boys & Girls Club is safe place for youth to learn and grow. By providing ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals and life enhancing programs & character development experiences, they give kids hope, opportunity, self-confidence and self-respect. The Boys & Girls Club offers art classes, robotics programs, sports and more to the youth of Wallingford.

Wallingford Police Department - Youth Division

135 N Main St, Wallingford 203-294-2825 This division provides safety and delinquency prevention programs as well as adolescent alcohol and drug information, assessment and referrals.

W.E.C.A.R.E. Family Resource Center

6 Fairfield Blvd, Wallingford 203-284-4019 www.wecarecouncil.org W.E.C.A.R.E. provides a directory of services that identify the people and places parents can access for information on family services and education for parents with young children. They also offer playgroups for children from the birth to age 5 to come together.

Wallingford Public Libraries

200 N Main St, Wallingford 203-265-6754 400 Church St, Yalesville 203-269-3688 www.wallingford.lioninc.org At the library, you will find an outstanding collection of books, magazines, DVD's, museum passes & more. Free programs for adults and children of all ages are scheduled regularly.

Wallingford Board of Education 43 Hall Ave, Wallingford www.wallingford.k12.ct.us

203-949-6500

Wallingford Senior Center

238 Washington St, Wallingford 203-265-7753 www.wlfdseniorctr.com The Wallingford Senior Center provides services and activities for Wallingford residents age 60 and over.

The staff also provide information & referrals to families and caregivers of older persons in need of assistance.

Wallingford Center Inc.

261 Center St, Wallingford 203-284-1807 www.wallingfordcenterinc.com Wallingford Center Inc advocates preserving the historic facades and other unique features of the downtown area while also addressing other revitalization strategies such as promotion, business recruitment and retention, image enhancement and a restoration of pride in the downtown as the heart of the community. WCI hosts Celebrate Wallingford, a 2-day festival featuring the “Taste of Wallingford”, entertainment, craft show, children’s activities, and much more, held the first weekend in October and the Gardeners' Market, a newer event held on Saturday mornings in July, August & September.

Wallingford Youth & Social Services

6 Fairfield Blvd, Wallingford 203-294-2175 www.town.wallingford.ct.us This department provides programs, activities and services that promote both a positive, healthy community and develop healthy, capable young people & families.

They also provide services to families in need during times of crisis.

Wallingford Community Day Care Center

80 Wharton Brook Dr, Wlfd 203-294-4176 www.wallingfordcommunitydaycare.com The Wallingford Community Day Care Center provides children with a healthy environment to develop appropriate social skills, explore their creativity and grow in self-confidence through their interactions with caregivers and other children as well as by participating in group discussions. Priority is given to the single working parent residing in Wallingford.

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POLICIES & REGULATIONS POLICIES EAST SIDE FACILITY USE

MEMBERSHIP CHANGES

Children over the age of 12 may use the YMCA without a parent/guardian.

Children 8-11 years old must have a parent/guardian in the YMCA building.

Children 7 and under must have a parent/guardian in the program area.

Membership Temporary Freeze - Memberships can be on hold for a maximum of 3 months per year for illness or injury with appropriate documentation. Please see the Welcome Center for a change form.

Membership Terminations – Members who wish to terminate their membership must complete the Membership Exit Survey 30 days prior to the next draft date. Annual memberships are non-refundable.

Other Membership Changes - If you need to make other changes to your membership, simply stop by the Welcome Center to fill out a membership change form.

EAST SIDE HEALTH & WELLNESS

Children 11-12 years old may use the cardio equipment only with the supervision of a parent/guardian.

Children 13-14 years old may use the selectorized equipment.

Members over the age of 14 may use the free weight equipment.

CLASS RESERVATIONS

Class reservations are for members & punch card holders only. Reciprocity members & guests are welcome to take the class on a first come, first serve basis.

Sign ups start 1 day in advance. If you want to sign up for Tuesday 9:00AM Spin, you can call Monday at any time. You may only register yourself & family members for class. Staff members cannot hold spots or automatically pre-register you for a class.

WEST SIDE FACILITY USE

Children under the age of 15 may NOT use the West Side Branch.

ADMITTANCE

Everyone entering building must stop at Welcome Center.

Members must scan cards. Visitors, guests and community participants must check in and sign visitor's log and liability waiver.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS

All programs have a set minimum number of participants needed for the program to run. The minimum for all youth classes is 3 participants. The minimum for Red Cross Courses is 4 participants. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the instructor has the authority to cancel the class or program. If the YMCA cancels a class, a 100% refund will be given.

Registered sex offenders are not welcome at the YMCA. Our computer software scans our database and compares it to the registry on a regular basis.

CAMERA & CELL PHONE USE

REFUNDS

Video recorders, cameras or any other visual recording devices are not allowed within the YMCA without the expressed consent of the Executive Director.

Some cellular phones have the capacity to take pictures and video. We have zero tolerance for anyone taking pictures or video of another person without their permission.

Cell phone usage is not allowed in locker rooms in accordance with the Video Voyeurism Prevention Act of 2004. Members and guests cannot make or take cell phone calls while in the fitness center.

The Wallingford YMCA reserves the right to take pictures and video of its participants for brochures, publications, our website and other marketing purposes. If you would prefer not to be photographed, please stop by the Welcome Center and let us know in writing.

If the YMCA cancels a class, a 100% refund will be given.

Program fees are fully refundable if withdrawal from a class occurs due to a doctor-documented illness. A voucher may be issued in lieu of refunds and are valid for one year. If withdrawal from a class occurs for any reason after the first class, a 50% refund or credit may be issued. No refunds will be issued after the second class. All refunds are subject to program director’s approval.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

This policy encompasses ALL EAST SIDE BRANCH programs including: swim team, fitness classes, youth sports & swim programs and Child Watch.

When Wallingford Schools have a DELAYED OPENING, there will be no classes or programs until 12:00PM. When Wallingford Schools are CANCELLED, there will be no classes or programs until 3:00PM. Evening programs will still be held unless otherwise indicated.

WEST SIDE BRANCH programs & classes will be held as scheduled unless the facility is closed. Facility closures will be announced on our website and channels 3, 8 & 30.

The YMCA will make every attempt to make up classes for programs that have additional fees other than membership, but make-ups are not guaranteed.

LIABILITY

Each person, as a member or visitor, is solely responsible for any personal injuries or losses sustained while on any YMCA property or during any YMCA sponsored activities.

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HOLIDAY HOURS & CLOSURES

LAP POOL POLICIES

On the following days we will be closed or have reduced hours. Exact hours will be posted at each facility.

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New Year’s Day (01/01) Good Friday (04/03) Easter (04/05) Memorial Day (05/25) Independence Day (07/04) Labor Day (09/07) Thanksgiving Day (11/26) Christmas Eve (12/24) Christmas Day (12/25) New Year’s Eve (12/31)

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Shutdown happens once a year and allows us to repaint, refresh and perform regular maintenance. With over 700 people visiting each day, sometimes it's hard to keep up!

This time allows us to deep clean and improve the Y. WEST SIDE AUGUST 23-29 Branch members are encourage to visit the East Side Branch.

EAST SIDE AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 7 The Welcome Center will be open for registration and questions Monday-Friday from 9:00AM-5:00PM, but all program areas are CLOSED.

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Water in plastic containers is allowed only under a coaches supervision Lap lanes are strictly for lap swimmers Only lap swimmers may use kickboards, pull buoys and fins All persons must be able to pass a mandatory 25 yard swim test without support in order to enter the deep end (5+ feet past yellow safety line) of the swimming pool No floatation devices or aides are to be used in water greater than 5 feet unless accompanied by a certified staff member Sitting or hanging on lane lines and safety ropes is prohibited Diving blocks are not to be used during public swims Diving is allowed only from the deep end wall A 1:25 lifeguard to swimmer ratio is strongly enforced.

The ratio may be lessened if the attendance/skill level of swimmers warrants it

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A lifeguard must be on duty in order for the pool to be open to the public All persons must shower with warm water and soap before entering the pool Any persons known or suspected of having a communicable disease will not be allowed to use the pool Spitting or nose blowing in the water is prohibited If a person’s hair is longer than the neckline, his/her hair must be tied back Regulation bathing suits must be worn - no jeans and no cut offs T-shirts may be work only with prior written permission from the Aquatics Director No food or gum chewing is allowed in the pool facility Children under 12 must have a parent or guardian (18+) on deck Children under 8 must have a parent or guardian (18+) in the water No inflatable swimming aides are allowed No diving masks are allowed without prior written permission from the Aquatics Director The use of noodles and toys is at the discretion of the lifeguard on duty A non-swimmer must be within one arms reach of an adult (18+) No repetitive breath holding allowed

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Jumping in is allowed only from the deep end wall of the pool No diving allowed Slide may be used during swim lessons and rentals only All persons must be able to pass a mandatory swim test without support in order to enter the deep end of the pool past blue safety line No floatation devices or aides are to be used past the blue safety line unless accompanied by a certified staff member Sitting or hanging on safety rope is prohibited A safe lifeguard to swimmer ratio will be strongly enforced

POOL STORM CLOSURE

Per Connecticut State Law, at the first sight and/or sound of a thunder and lightning storm, lifeguards will clear the pool immediately for 30 minutes. Within those 30 minutes if the lifeguards do not hear or see anything storm related, swimmers will be allowed back in the swimming pool. If the lifeguards do see lightning and/or hear thunder within those 30 minutes, lifeguards are required to repeat the 30 minute time period over again.

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CODE OF CONDUCT At the Wallingford Family YMCA, we expect staff, members, volunteers and guests to act in accordance with our mission and values at all times by behaving in a mature & responsible way and respecting the rights & dignities of others. This is to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone in our facility or participating in our programs.

At the Wallingford Family YMCA, we demonstrate Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility by: 

Speaking in respectful tones

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Dressing appropriately for the YMCA program area or event

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Never wearing clothing that reveals undergarments or contains offensive wording

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Resolving conflicts in a respectful, honest and caring manner

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Never resorting to physical contact or threatening gestures

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Never carrying or concealing a weapon or anything that may be used as a weapon

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Respecting the property of others

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Never engaging in theft or destruction

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Picking up after ourselves and one another

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Cooperating with staff

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Complying with all health and safety procedures

The YMCA is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free facility. Smoking, alcohol or drug use and/or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol on the premises is prohibited. No alcohol will be allowed on the premises unless at a sanctioned YMCA event.

Members and guests are encouraged to be responsible for their personal comfort and safety. Any one who feels unsafe or uncomfortable should report the situation to a staff member. We will make every effort to investigate and resolve issues promptly, confidentially and effectively.

The YMCA reserves the right to cancel the membership of any member or suspend visitation privileges of any guest who does not follow the Code of Conduct at any time while on-site at a branch or during participation in any Y affiliated program or event, regardless of location. Staff members may define what is considered a breach of the Code of Conduct and will ask to the violator to leave. All reported incidents will be reviewed by the Executive Director and the decision to suspend or terminate YMCA membership or visitation privileges will be made at the discretion of the Executive Director or Branch Manager.

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CONTACT US YMCA LEADERSHIP TEAM SEAN DOHERTY

Executive Director sdoherty@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497 x29

ERIC SKINNER

Chief Operations Officer eskinner@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497 x43

CASSIE ALLEN

ALEXANDRA HUNTER

Director of Marketing & Outreach callen@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-3348

Aquatics & Competitive Swim Coordinator ahunter@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497 x30

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHRIS AMARAL

CHRIS KINGSTON

Patty Dyer-Powers, Chairwoman Christopher Iovanna, Vice Chairman David Vance, Secretary Darrin DellaVecchia, Treasurer John McGuire, Past Chairman

Director of Membership & Fundraising camaral@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-3348

Finance Director ckingston@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497 x13

DEBBIE CHAPPELL

TODD MAHONEY

Human Resources Director dchappell@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497 x12

Facilities Director tmahoney@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497 x17

SALLY DARROW

ROB NEWTON

Director of Member Services sdarrow@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497

Teen & Family Coordinator rnewton@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497

DOREEN DRESSEL

EMILY WALTER

Group Fitness Coordinator ddressel@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-3348

School Age Coordinator ewalter@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497

EILEEN FARMER

MARCIE WOLIVER

Coordinator of Community Initiatives efarmer@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497

BETHANEY GOODRICH-CARLSON Youth Support Specialist bgoodrich@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497

Aquatics Director mwoliver@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497 x20

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

DIRECTORS Robert Baltramaitis Karen Blakeslee Lynn Cella-Coyne James Donahue Representative Mary Fritz David Gannon James Hutt Amy Kirwan Kate Klarman Joseph (Nick) Meucci William Michalowski Brian Obremski Mary Beth Papallo Gerald Verna

KAREN WU

Director of Early Childhood Education karenwu@wallingfordymca.org 203-284-5920

SHANNON WYNN

Director of Youth Development swynn@wallingfordymca.org 203-269-4497

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