Youth & Adult Program Guide
Fall Season: September 1 – December 31, 2024
YMCA of the Northern Sky
Fercho YMCA: 400 1st Ave. S, Fargo
Schlossman YMCA: 4243 19th Ave. S, Fargo
Fergus Falls YMCA: 1164 Friberg Ave, Fergus Falls
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
INTRODUCING OUR NEW ONLINE PROGRAM REGISTRATION EXPERIENCE!
Fall Program Registration opens on July 23 for Members and July 30 for Non-Members.
The YMCA of the Northern Sky is excited to launch a new online community, featuring a new membership portal and a streamlined program registration experience. This new platform is designed to make it easier than ever to join our community and participate in our diverse range of programs.
Current/Previous YMCA Members & Program
Participants : To get started, simply click “create account” and enter the same email you have used in the past with your membership or registration. Follow the instructions to complete your login credentials.
New Users: If you have never created an online account with our YMCA, click “create account” and follow the steps to make your account. This will lead you to sign up for a membership or YMCA program. Call our member services desk for further assistance: 701-293-9622.
For detailed instructions visit ymcanorthernsky.org/register
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SIGN UP HERE IN PERSON
Stop at the member services desk to sign up in person. BY PHONE
701-293-9622
Prior to signing up, be sure to view our registration policies, credit/refund policies, insurance policies and more: ymcanorthernsky.org/policies
YMCA MEMBERSHIPS
The Y’s mission is to enhance spirit, mind, and body through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It’s our reason for existence, representing our commitment to improving lives. We strive to ensure everyone has the chance to learn, grow, and thrive regardless of age, income, or background.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
YMCA Membership includes access to multiple locations, 100+ group fitness classes, guest passes, fitness centers with cardio/strength equipment, free weights, and more. Additionally, members enjoy amenities like PlayTown Drop-In Child Care, the YMCA360 virtual platform, and free visits to Family Wellness. Other perks include EGYM circuit training, nationwide access to YMCAs, and various programs, events, and rewards. Visit ymcanorthernsky.org/membership for details and prices.
The YMCA is for everyone! We are happy to offer financial assistance for child care, programs, camps, and membership so everyone can participate. Learn more and apply at any Member Services Desk, or online at: ymcanorthernsky.org/assistance
AQUATICS FOR ADULTS
ADULT WATER COMFORT AND CONFIDENCE
FREE | All Ages | Fercho YMCA
Our free course for adults new to water aims to boost comfort and confidence in the water. It covers skills like water entry/exit, balance, floating, and various kicks, taught by experienced instructors. No registration required.
Date Time
Sept 13 4 - 6 pm
Oct 19 1 - 3 pm
Nov 20 7:30 - 9 pm
Additional swim school sessions and aquatics offerings are available at the Fergus Falls YMCA. View days/times online.
LAP SWIM FOUNDATIONS
Ages 15 + | Mon | 12 - 12:45 pm | Fercho YMCA
Learn lap swim basics, lane sharing, and how to use the equipment. No registration required.
ADULT SWIM TRAINING
Ages 15+ | Wed | 6 - 7 am | Fercho YMCA
Training includes water and land exercises for a total body workout. It’s ideal for triathletes or anyone seeking a challenge, but everyone is welcome. No registration required.
50 & 300 MILE SWIM CHALLENGES
Ages 15+ | Fercho YMCA
Join the Lap Swim Challenge and earn a T-shirt for swimming 50 or 300 miles. Track your progress and let the aquatics staff know when you reach your goal. No registration required.
DID YOU KNOW? Each year, over 3,000 individuals learn important safety skills and gain confidence in the water through the YMCA’s Swim School and Aquatics Programs.
FERCHO YMCA SWIM SCHOOL | ymcanorthernsky.org/swimschool Questions? Contact us swimschool@ymcanorthernsky.org
FERCHO SWIM SCHOOL
All ages | Fercho YMCA
Our Fercho Swim School, a Level 2 Autism Friendly Partner, offers weekly 30-minute lessons focusing on aquatic readiness and safety, taught by certified instructors for all ages and skill levels. Parents are asked to stay close for assistance. Holiday-affected lessons will be pro-rated.
Fall Session 1
Sept 9 - Oct 26
Fall Session 2
Oct 28 - Dec 14
Lessons are held once per week for 7 weeks. No lessons Monday, Sept 5, Thursday, Nov 18 & Saturday, Nov 30. Affected lesson prices will be pro-rated at sign-up.
MORE INFORMATION
• Member Registration: Registration for both sessions opens July 23.
• Non-Member Registration: Session 1 registration opens July 30. Session 2 registration opens October 1.
• YMCA Swim School offers lessons Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Participants swim once per week for 30 minutes.
• To view available days and time slots, stop by any Member Services Desk or visit us online: ymcanorthernsky.org/swimschool
Autism-Friendly Community Certification
YMCA swim instructors receive Autism Friendly Community Training through the ND Autism Center, designating our Swim School as a Level Two Autism Friendly Community Partner! Our instructors are excited to be able to provide a welcoming environment for swimmers of all abilities. ymcanorthernsky.org/diverseabilities
SWIM LEVEL ASSESSMENTS
Don’t know what level to register for? Get a FREE level assessment! Open to the community, no registration required.
Saturdays, 12 - 12:30pm Fercho YMCA
PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS
All ages/levels welcome | View days/times online Do your kids need extra attention in the pool? Private swimming lessons are a great way to build swimming skills and confidence in the water in a one-on-one environment.
ADAPTIVE SWIMMING LESSONS
All ages/levels welcome | View days/times online These one-on-one lessons are for swimmers with special needs – including autism, sensory issues, physical or developmental disabilities, and more – and are tailored towards the skills of each participant. Instructors will communicate with parents even more than usual to ensure that each swimmer is working towards an agreed upon goal.
FERCHO YMCA SWIM SCHOOL | ymcanorthernsky.org/swimschool Questions? Contact us swimschool@ymcanorthernsky.org
Parent/Baby Parents work with their 6-18 mo. baby on floating, submerging, hand/eye coordination, and more through games/songs.
Parent/Child Parents work with their 19-35 mo. toddler on floating, strength, breath control for submerging, and exiting the pool on their own.
Guppy Children ages 3+ can begin getting comfortable in the water independent of their parents. Through patience and trust, children in this level will overcome their fear and eventually swim independently.
Starfish Encouragement and positive reinforcement help kids become more confident floating on their front and back as well as kicking across the pool on their back independently.
Froggie Children will build on independent swimming skills by swimming longer distances and transitioning from swimming on their front to their back.
Turtle Swimmers will begin to define swim strokes like backstroke, front crawl, and elementary backstroke.
Otter Build skill, endurance, and confidence on swim strokes. Swimmers also learn dolphin kick, the timing of breaststroke, and will start to learn flip turns.
Seal Participants progress by strengthening butterfly and breaststroke techniques, and improving endurance by working to swim 150 yards continuously.
Shark Experienced swimmers will be able to swim multiple lengths of the pool in each of the competitive strokes: front crawl, butterfly, backstroke, and breaststroke. Swimmers will also be skilled in water safety, elementary backstroke, and sidestroke.
FM GATORS SWIM TEAM
Ages 5+ | Fercho YMCA
Gators is open to swimmers who have passed Otter, Seal, or Shark, or can swim 25 yards freestyle without stopping. An extra step of registration is required with USA Swimming. Visit fmgators.com for more information.
UPCOMING SEASON DATES & PRICES
High School Athletes - Girls Nov 11 - Mar 20
High School Athletes - Boys Sept 9 - Nov 29 & Mar 3 - 20
Senior - Fall only
Sept 9 - Dec 27
Senior - Full Season Sept 9 - Mar 20
Age Group - Fall only Sept 23 - Dec 27
Age Group - Full Season Sept 23 - Mar 20
Developmental - Fall only Sept 23 - Dec 27
Developmental - Full Season Sept 23 - Mar 13
$432.00 | Non-Members: $540.00
$336.00 |
$369.60 |
$672.00 |
$420.00
$840.00
$297.50 | Non-Members: $371.50
$540.80 | Non-Members: $676.00
$218.72 | Non-Members: $273.40
$414.72 |
$518.40
Level Descriptions
Developmental Groups: Participants must be able to swim 25 yards front crawl without stopping and 25 yards backstroke without stopping.
Age Group 1 and 2: Age group levels are for those who finished our developmental program. We focus on technique, skills, and teamwork.
Senior Group: Senior Group levels cater to advanced swimmers, providing necessary training for excelling in competitive events.
High School Athletes: Open to high-school students looking to stay active and compete year-round.
FM GATOR SWIM TEAM | ymcanorthernsky.org/gators | Questions? Contact Erich Richardson, Swim Team Coach at 701-364-4151 or richardson@ymcanorthernsky.org
MORE GATOR OPTIONS
STROKE CLINIC
Grades 1st - 6th | Fercho YMCA
Learn technical swimming skills from Gator Coaches. This course is a great first step for Gators. You’ll improve your skills, get comfortable in the pool and learn what it’s like to be on a swim team.
Dates Aug 27 & 29
Sept 3, 5, 6, 10 , 12, 13, 17, 19, 20
6 - 6:45 pm 1st - 3rd Grade
Time
7 - 7:45 pm 4th - 6th Grade
September 5 - 15 Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
Members: $48.60 | Non-Members: $60.75
Grades 1 - 3, 6:00 - 6:45pm Grades 4 - 6, 7:00 - 7:45pm
PRE-SWIM
Ages 4 - 18 | Fercho YMCA
Our Pre-Swim Team is a low-pressure option to participate on the FM Gators team without the commitment of a full season of competitions.
Session 1: Sept 23 - Nov 7
Date
Session 2: Nov 11 - Dec 27
Time 4:45 - 5:30 pm
Members: $131.20 | Non-Members: $164.00
SAFETY EDUCATION
CPR, AED/FIRST AID BLENDED LEARNING
Ages 15+ | Fercho YMCA
This course equips you with the skills to handle emergencies involving infants to adults, covering first aid, CPR, AED, and more. Post-completion, you’ll be Red Cross certified for two years. The OSHAcompliant classes are available in-person or as hybrid options. Visit our website for times and dates.
Members: $65 | Non-Members: $103
PRIVATE GROUP SAFETY EDUCATION
For groups of 6 or more, we offer classes at the Y or your location. This works for businesses, groups, or teams interested in our CPR, Babysitters training, or any other Safety Education class we offer. Contact Max Ommen (contact details below) for more information.
BABYSITTING
Ages 11+ | Fercho YMCA
The YMCA also offers Babysitting Trainings - learn everything you need to know about babysitting with this fun, hands-on course! Date
Sept 21
20
14
Members: $91 | Non-Members: $120
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LIFEGUARDING CERTIFICATION COURSE
Ages 15+ | Sept 6 - 8 | Oct 25 - 27 | Dec 6 - 8
Fri 6 - 10 pm | Sat & Sun 8 am - 8 pm
Fercho YMCA
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course equips entry-level lifeguards with skills to handle aquatic emergencies and provide professional care until medical services arrive. It includes Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. Participants must be 15 by the final session and attend all three days.
Swimming pre-requisites are required. Visit our website or contact Max Ommen (contact details below).
Members: $180 | Non-Members: $220
LIFEGUARDING RE-CERTIFICATION
For American Red Cross certified lifeguards needing to renew their certifications. Participants, who must be certified or within 30 days of expiration, will take written tests and perform Lifeguarding skills. Limited review is provided, so pre-course review is expected. This is an American Red Cross program.
Date Day Time
Sept 22 Sun 8 am - 5 pm Nov 17 Sun 8 am - 5 pm
Members: $80 | Non-Members: $95
- 5 pm
DAY CAMP
SCHOOL OUT CAMPS
Grades K - 5 | 9 am - 4 pm
New “Camp” themed no-school day! Fun activities for kids. Register 1 week ahead. Bring water, tennis shoes, nut-free lunch.
Contact programs@ymcanorthernsky.org
Day Location
Oct 11
Nov 27
Dec 26
Dec 27
Fercho YMCA Youth Center
Schlossman YMCA Conference Room
Schlossman YMCA Conference Room
Schlossman YMCA Conference Room
Members: $25 | Non-Members: $50
LEARNING CENTERS
EARLY LEARNING CENTERS
5 Area Sites | Ages 6 wks – 5 yrs | 6:30 am – 6 pm
We provide year-round licensed care that eases the transition to school. Our curriculum follows ND early learning guidelines, fostering children’s development through interactive exploration.
NEW
YMCA LEARNING CENTER AT URBAN PLAINS! Opens 2024 | Enroll now!
We are proud to be opening a new learning center providing year-round educational programs. This specialized facility is the first of it’s kind, designed specifically for our quality Y childcare programs. Learn more at ymcanorthernsky.org/childcare .
SCHOOL AGE LEARNING CENTERS
20+ Area Sites | Grades K – 5 | 6:30 am – 6 pm
We provide licensed programs with diverse activities like reading, STEM/art, physical activity, character development, and outdoor play. Transportation is available to many sites, and full-day care is offered during the summer.
CAMP & LEARNING CENTERS | enroll@ymcanorthernsky.org
Learning Center sites addresses and more can be found online at: ymcanorthernsky.org/childcare
YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS
SESSION DATES
Fall 1 Fall 2
Sept 3 - Oct 19 Oct 21 - Dec 14
GYMNASTICS
Fall 1 & 2 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnastics Room
Boost confidence, hone technical skills, and promote an active lifestyle for all levels, ensuring a fun and comprehensive experience from beginner to advanced.
Level Ages Day Times
Level 1 2 - 3 Tues 5:15 - 5:45 pm
Level 1 2 - 3 Sat 9:00 - 9:30 am
Level 2 4 - 5 Tues 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Level 2 4 - 5 Sat 9:45 - 10:15 am
Level 3 6 - 7 Tues 6:45 - 7:15 pm
Level 3 6 - 7 Sat 10:30 - 11:00 am
Level 4 7+ Tues 7:30 - 8:00 pm
Level 4 7+ Sat 11:15 - 11:45 am
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
TINY Y DANCERS
Fall 1 & 2 | Fercho YMCA | Youth Center
Improve rhythm and coordination while learning basic jazz moves, ballet positions, and more - just for preschoolers! Plus a recital at the end of each session to showcase what we’ve learned!
Level Ages Day Time
Level 1 2 - 3 Thurs 5 - 5:30 pm
Level 2 4 - 6 Thurs 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
CHEERLEADING
Fall 1 & 2 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnastics Room
Learn essential cheerleading skills, promoting flexibility, endurance, strength, and fostering collaboration, confidence, and communication.
Level Ages Day Time
Level 1 5 - 7 Wed 5:30 - 6:15 pm
Level 2 8 - 12 Wed 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
PRESCHOOL BASKETBALL
Fall 1 & 2 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnasium
Little ones will learn basic basketball skills like dribbling and throwing while having a blast and getting some wiggles out!
Ages Day Time
2 - 3 years Wed 5:00 - 5:30 pm
4 - 5 years Wed 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
PRESCHOOL
SPORTS OF ALL SORTS
Fall 1 | Schlossman YMCA | Gymnasium
Little ones will learn skills and concepts having a blast and getting some wiggles out! Parent participation required for the 2-3 year old class.
Ages Day Time
2 - 3 years Fri 5:00 - 5:30 pm
4 - 5 years Fri 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
YOUTH
BASKETBALL SKILLS, DRILLS, AND SCRIMMAGE
Fall 1 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnasium
Enjoy an experience with friends, laughter, and heaps of cool basketball moves.
Ages Day Time
Kinder - 1st Grade Tues 5:00 - 5:45 pm
2nd - 3rd Grade Tues 6:00 - 6:45 pm
4th - 5th Grade Tues 7:00 - 7:45 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
PRESCHOOL FLAG FOOTBALL
Fall 1 | Outdoors Schlossman YMCA
A fun option for girls and boys new to football or not ready for tackle football. Focus on learning rules and tactics, and having fun.
Ages Day Time
3 - 4 years Fri 5:00 - 5:30 pm
5 - 6 years Fri 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
VOLLEYBALL CLINIC
Fall 1 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnasium
Focus on fitness and skill development in a popular sport. For grades 2 - 6, with grouping by age and ability for all to have fun. Includes nut-free lunch and snack.
Date Ages Time
2nd - 4th Grade Fri 5:30 - 6:15 pm
5th - 6th Grade Fri 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $65
YOUTH PICKLEBALL
Fall 1 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnasium
Children can learn to play the fastest-growing sport in the US: pickleball! Focus on sportsmanship, and team building.
Ages Days Time
Ages 8 - 11 Thurs 5:30 - 6:15 pm
Ages 12 - 15 Thurs 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $65
YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE
Fall 1 | Pre-K - 1st Grade | Mon or Tues
Focus on skills, teamwork, and fun, using parent volunteers as coaches who receive a 50% refund. Without a volunteer, parents share coaching. Roster released a week before the season; weather may shift games/practices indoors or reschedule to Wed/Fri. Find more information about leagues, practice, games, and more on our website.
Members: $99 | Non-Members: $119
YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Fall 2 | Pre-K - 1st Grade | Mon or Tues
Develop basketball skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game in a fun setting. League are led by parent volunteers. Commit to coach the full season and receive a 50% refund on the league fee. Without a coach, parents will rotate weekly. Game schedules are released one week prior to the start of the season. Find more information about leagues, practice, games, and more on our website.
Members: $99 | Non-Members: $119
SPORTS PERFORMANCE
Enhance your athleticism with YMCA Sports Performance. Tailored sport-specific workouts by specialists improve strength, speed, agility, and more for young athletes. Maximize performance and excel in your sport!
Level 1 | Ages 8 - 12 | Schlossman YMCA
Date Days Time
Sept 10 - Nov 28 Tues & Thurs 4 pm
Sept 17 - Dec 5 Tues & Thurs 5 am
Sept 24 - Dec 12 Tues & Thurs 5 pm
Level 2 | Ages 12 - 18 | Schlossman YMCA
Date Days Time
Sept 10 - Nov 28 Tues & Thurs 5 pm
Sept 18 - Dec 6 Wed & Fri 5 am
Members: $150 | Non-Members: $200
YOUTH TRAINING HOUR
Ages 8 - 14 | Fercho YMCA
Discover health and wellness with Youth Training Hour at the YMCA! Led by a certified instructor, this smallgroup class introduces cardio strength equipment, and more in a fun, safe environment. Kids and teens gain essential skills for a lifelong wellness journey!
Date Days Time
Sept 4 - Oct 23 Wed 4 pm Oct 30 - Dec 18 Wed 4 pm
Members: $$65 | Non-Members: $80
PRE- TEEN CYCLE CLASS
Ages 9 - 12 | Sept 8, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
3:30 - 4:15 pm | Fercho YMCA | Cycle Studio
Ready, Set, Spin! This class includes fun music and education around exercise and the importance of maintaining a health lifestyle! Sorry mom and dad this one is just for the pre-teens, you’ll be able to find your workout somewhere else in the building!
Members: $10 | Non-Members: $15
KIDS CLUBS
SESSIONS
Fall 1
Sept 3 - Oct 19
Fall 2
Oct 21 - Dec 14
POKEMON & MINECRAFT CLUB
Fall 1 & 2 | Grades K - 3 | Mon | 5:30 - 6:15 pm
Schlossman YMCA | Conference Room
Discover a new club for ultimate fun—catch, explore, and build in a safe, kid-friendly video game world!
Members: $60 | Non-Members: $78
PARENT & ME EXPLORERS CLUB
Fall 1 & 2 | 18 mos - 3 yrs | Mon | 5 - 5:45 pm
Fercho YMCA | Youth Center
Dive into the world of STEAM! Each week, the explorers will discover a new and exciting science, technology, engineering, art, and math activity! Then end class playing in one of our activity areas!
Members: $60 | Non-Members: $78
ARTS & CRAFTS CLUB
Fall 1 & 2 | Grades K - 5 | Tues | 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Schlossman YMCA | Conference Room
Get your craft on! Participants will spend their time getting creative and learning new skills – like pottery, knitting, and jewelry making! Kiddos will have a blast making new friends and creating their projects to take home.
Members: $70 | Non-Members: $90
CREATIVE COOKING
Fall 1 & 2 | Grades k - 5 | Tues | 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Fercho YMCA | Youth Center
Learn all about food, kid-friendly cooking, and kitchen safety while exploring different cuisines and cooking methods! All food in Creative Cooking Club is nut-free.
Members: $70 | Non-Members: $90
LEGO ROBOTICS
Fall 1 & 2 | Grades K - 3 | Wed | 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Schlossman YMCA | Conference Room
Problem solving, creativity, and teamwork are just a few skills that LEGOs can teach! We’ll explore robotic and regular LEGOs to engage youth and pique their curiosity!
Members: $70 | Non-Members: $90
SCIENCE & ENGINEERING CLUB
Fall 1 & 2 | Schlossman YMCA | Conference Room
Children will enjoy hands-on experiments and challenges. We’ll use everyday ingredients and objects to explore STEM projects like volcanoes and lava lamps. We’ll also build simple machines, design bridges, and more! Holidayaffected programs will be pro-rated.
Ages Days Time
3 - 5 Thurs 5:30 - 6:00 pm 6 - 9 Thurs 6:15 - 6:45 pm
Members: $70 | Non-Members: $90
ROCKING CLIMBING
Fall 1 & 2 | Schlossman YMCA | Climbing Wall
Dig into the basics of rock climbing and learn the “ropes” on our 32 foot indoor climbing wall! We’ll work on harnessing, knots, top rope climbing, bouldering, and more! Each week, we will learn something new with an emphasis on technique, safety, trust and teamwork. Participants in the Advanced class will work in-depth on technical climbing skills while improving strength, flexibility, and confidence! Climbers who wish to sign up for the Advanced class MUST have participated in the Intro class or Rock Climbing Mini Camps in order to attend. Holiday-affected programs will be pro-rated.
Class Ages Days Time
Intro 5 - 8 Tues 6 - 6:45 pm
Intro 8 - 14 Tues 7 - 7:45 pm
Advanced 7 - 14 Thurs 6 - 6:45 pm
Members: $70 | Non-Members: $90
KIDS CLUB | ymcanorthernsky.org/programs | Questions? Contact Ali Ott, Youth & Family Program Director, at 701.364.4116 or programs@ymcanorthernsky.org
COMMUNITY EVENTS
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Ages 6 wks - 14 yrs | 4:30 - 7:30 pm
Enjoy a break while your kids have fun with activities like the Aquatic Center and Climbing Wall. Please register at least one week in advance – it helps us with planning!
Call 701-293-9622 for a discount.
Option healthy meal: $7 per child
Members: $20 | Non-Members: $30
$5 discount for an additional child
Day Location
Sept 14 Schlossman
Sept 28 Fercho
Oct 12 Schlossman
Oct 19 Fercho
Nov 9 Schlossman
Nov 23 Fercho
Dec 14 Schlossman
Dec 28 Fercho
CANDLELIGHT YOGA
All Ages | Friday | Sept 6, Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6 | 7 - 8 pm
Fercho YMCA | Studio A
Practiced in the gentle glow of candlelight, this monthly all-levels class will help you relax, melt away tension, and relieve stress.
Members: $0 | Non-Members: $5
YOGA RETREAT
Ages 18+ | Sat | Oct 19 | 1 - 4 pm
YMCA Camp Cormorant
A specialized three hour event that combines elements of relaxation, self-discovery, and physical well-being through the practice of yoga and meditation. Join us in a time of unwinding, growing and relax on a deeper level. We will have local teas and an item with purchase!
Members: $35 | Non-Members: $40
12TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING DAY BURN THE BIRD 5K/10K
All Ages | Thurs | 8:30 am | Fercho YMCA
Each year, the YMCA partners with SoleMOTION to bring you Burn the Bird! Get fresh air and a good ‘burn’ going with the 5K run/walk or the 10K run before sitting down for your Thanksgiving dinner. All ages and fitness levels welcome! Proceeds go to benefit the LIVESTRONG program at the Y which helps local cancer survivors find community and regain health. Register online at solemotionrace.com/burn-thebird before 5 pm on Tuesday, November 26.
Register in person at the Fercho YMCA Wednesday, November 27 from 3 - 6 pm.
SNOWSHOEING ADVENTURE
Ages 21+ | Sun | Dec 1, Dec 8 | 1 -4 pm
YMCA Camp Cormorant
View wildlife, connect with nature, and enjoy time with family and friends. Hot Chocolate and warming area is available for the day’s trail and activities. Snowshoes will be provided but poles will not.
Members: $35 | Non-Members: $40
DANCEATHON
Ages 16+ | Mon | Sept 23 & Oct 28 | 7 - 8:30 pm Fercho YMCA
Come get your dance on! We’ll be trying out lots of different styles - freestyle, hip hop, Zumba, XaBeat, and more!
CYCLETHON
Ages 16+ | Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13
5:30-6:15 pm | Fercho YMCA | Cycle Studio
Friday Night Specialty Cycle Class! Engage in a dynamic workout with intervals, hills, sprints, and more, all set to motivational music.
Members: $0 | Non-Members: $5
GROUP FITNESS
100+ classes per week | FREE for Members
Just Getting Started Already Active
Exercising Regularly Aqua fit
Silver Sneakers® Circuit
Silver Sneakers® Classic
Silver Sneakers® Yoga
XaBeat
Yoga
Zumba®
Cycle
HIIT Variety
TRX Circuit
Circuit Kickstart
Hydro Conditioning
BODY BALANCE®
BODY STEP®
CORE®
Cycle
Deep Water Exercise
Yoga
BARRE TM
Les Mills Dance®
GROUP FITNESS ORIENTATIONS
Ages 21+ | Free for Members
BARRE TM
BODY COMBAT®
BODY PUMP®
STRONG®
Yoga
WaterinMOTION ®
Cycle
Get on track to reach your goals with a FREE Group Fitness Orientation! Whether you’ve been a member your whole life or just joined for the first time, we want you to accomplish your health & wellbeing goals! You’ll get to design your own weekly routine, learn which classes are best suited to your exercise preferences and more! 30 minute time slots available at Fercho YMCA and Schlossman YMCA. Sign up at ymcanorthernsky.org/ fitnessplanning
YMCA360 AND INSTUDIO
FREE for Members
We provide live and on-demand fitness content, accessible wherever you are via web, mobile, or TV. Our offerings include a variety of workouts, specialty content for seniors and cancer survivors, nutrition guides, mindfulness practices, and family-friendly activities. Our goal is to support your journey towards a healthier, happier life.
InStudio, by YMCA360, is our latest innovation, designed to seamlessly integrate into your active lifestyle.
Prefer being in a studio? Now you can do your favorite YMCA360 workouts in the comfort of a studio. InStudio is available in the Cycle Studio at Fercho and Studio 1 at Schlossman. Whether you’re into highenergy spin classes, chair yoga, or strength training, we’ve got something for everyone.
GROUP FITNESS | ymcanorthernsky.org/group-fitness | Questions? Contact Katelyn Whittenburg, Group Fitness Director, at 701.364.4140 or whittenburg@ymcanorthernsky.org
PERSONAL TRAINING
11+ | Rates vary by session and type
YMCA personal trainers help you achieve your health and fitness goals with customized plans and flexible scheduling. Whether you need weight loss, toning, cardio, strength, or wellness support, we have a program for you. Train with us at any location and time. For more information, visit ymcanorthernsky.org/personaltraining
INBODY COMPOSITION ASSESSMENTS
InBody assessments go ‘beyond the scale’ to give a complete breakdown of body composition in just 15 minutes. Get a greater understanding of your body fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass, basal metabolic rate, fat distribution, total body water, and more! To schedule email fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
Members: $17/scan | Non-Members: $47/scan
SMART START FITNESS CENTER ORIENTATION
Ages 15+ | Schedule at Fitness Center Desk
Whether you’ve been a member your whole life, or just joined for the first time, we want you to be comfortable in our facility. Get to know the Fitness Center, learn to use cardio and weight equipment, and more!
LIFTING CLUBS AT THE YMCA
Inquire at Fitness Center Desk
Join YMCA lifting clubs by reaching one-rep max totals of 750+ or 1,000+ pounds for squat, dead lift, and bench press. Membership includes a FREE t-shirt.
PERSONAL RUN COACHING
Improve race times and running form, run longer distances, work through injuries, and get ready for race day! To schedule email fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
ONE-TIME FORM CHECK
To Schedule email fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
Learn how to lift better with a trainer in 90 minutes. Choose any lifts you want to work on and improve your form. To schedule email fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
PERSONAL TRAINER LED PROGRAMS THAT ARE FREE FOR MEMBERS!
*Registration is required.
START STRONG: OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING 101
Sept 10 - Oct 17 | Tues & Thurs | 6 pm
Fercho YMCA | Schlossman YMCA
Join our six-week Olympic weightlifting program designed for newcomers and athletes seeking skill enhancement. Our class focuses on snatch, clean, and jerk fundamentals, along with accessory movements to improve strength and speed.*
WOMEN ON WEIGHTS
Schlossman YMCA
Empower, lift, transform! This small-group class, led by a certified personal trainer, teaches lifting techniques, exercises, and routines – especially designed for women! Boost your confidence, build strength, and more!*
Location Date Day & Time
Schlossman Sept 10 - Oct 29 Tues 6 am - 7 am Fercho Sept 10 - Oct 29 Tues 5 pm - 6 pm
MOTHER-DAUGHTER DUO
Fercho YMCA | Schlossman YMCA
Join us for a fun fitness program just for moms and daughters! Learn how to use free weights, body weight machines, and cardio equipment while having tons of fun together.*
Location Date Day & Time
Schlossman Sept 12 - Oct 30 Thurs 6 am - 7 am Fercho Sept 12 - Oct 30 Thurs 5 pm - 6 pm
LIVESTRONG® AT THE YMCA
Open to the community for people who have been diagnosed, receiving treatment or in remission. Paid for by our donors. Enrollment comes with a free YMCA membership. Participants can bring an additional person. Contact fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org to enroll.
Location Dates Days & Time
Fercho Sept 23 - Dec 14 Mon & Wed 1 pm
Schlossman Sept 10 - Nov 28 Tues & Thur 1 pm
PERSONAL TRAINING | ymcanorthernsky.org/personal-training | Questions? Contact Chans Brown, Fitness Director, at 701.364.1453 or fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
ADULT PROGRAMS
CO-ED PICKLEBALL LEAGUE
Mon | Sept 3 - Oct 19 | 5:30 pm or 6:30 pm
Tournament October 14 | Fercho YMCA
Teams must consist of two players. All games are self-refereed and scored. The YMCA provides a gym attendant. Teams must have matching jerseys/ shirts. The top three teams will receive trophy. The winning team will receive their registration fees back.
Members: $100 | Non-Members: $200
3 ON 3 MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Tues & Thurs | Oct 21 - Dec 14 | 7:30 pm or 8:30 pm
Tournament Dec 10 & 12 | Fercho YMCA
Teams must consist of three players minimum. 6 League Games will be played. The team captain must register the entire team. The YMCA provides a scorekeeper, but all games are self-refereed. Teams must have matching jerseys/shirts. The top three teams will receive trophy. The winning team will receive their registration fees back.
*Schedules will be sent to the team captain the week of October 14*
Members: $150 | Non-Members: $250
Ages 15+ | FREE for Members | Fercho YMCA | Schlossman YMCA | Fitness Centers
EGYM is a circuit training system that customizes workouts to your goals and is free for YMCA members. Each machine adjusts to your settings and gives you feedback. You can do a full-body workout in 30 minutes and connect with fitness apps. The screens show you how to exercise correctly and efficiently. Visit the website to learn more.
ROWVEMBER
Ages 12+ | Nov 1 - 30
Fercho YMCA | Schlossman YMCA
Challenge yourself and push your skills on the rowers with this fun fitness event! Hop on the rowers for 15 min. a day and record your distance at the Fitness Center Desk. Each week, we’ll update the leader board with the top three names, and our top three finishers will win a prize!
Members: $20 | Non-Member: $40
SENIOR PROGRAMS
FOREVERWELL FITNESS
FREE for Members ages 50+
Enjoy a small-group program to help improve strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility! Gain knowledge and comfort in the Fitness Center by taking it at a gradual pace, explaining expectations on each piece of equipment, specific fitting to each machine, small group workouts, and more!
Location Date Days & Time
Fercho
YMCA
Schlossman
YMCA
Sept 23 - Dec 11 Mon & Wed 9 am
Oct 7 - Dec 25 Mon & Wed 9 am
FOREVERWELL SOCIAL EVENTS
ForeverWell social events are an extension of Forever Well Fitness! No need to register in advance, unless it is a field trip or special event.
Bingo | Fercho YMCA | Dawson Lounge
Sept 16 9:30 - 10 am
Sept 19 11:15 - 11:45 am
Oct 14 9:30 - 10 am
Oct 17 11:15 - 11:45 am
Nov 11 9:30 - 10 am
Nov 21 11:15 - 11:45 am
Dec 9 9:30 - 10 am
Dec 19 11:15 - 11:45 am
Potluck | Fercho YMCA | Dawson Lounge 11:15 - 11:45 am
Sept 10 Oct 8 Nov 19
Crafting Corner | Fercho YMCA | Youth Center
9:30 - 10 am & 11:15 - 11:45 am
Sept 12 Oct 10 Nov 14 De 12
Book Club | Fercho YMCA | Dawson Lounge
9:30 - 10 am
Sept 17 Oct 15 Nov 12 Dec 10
Travel Club | 11:15 - 11:45 am
Sept 27 Oct 25 Nov 22 Dec 27
SENOR MEAL PROGRAM
Ages 60+ and spouse | 11 am - 12 pm
Mon – Fri | Fercho YMCA
Mon, Wed, Fri | Schlossman YMCA
Join us at the YMCA for a healthy lunch! Stay to dine with other seniors or take it to-go. Open to all and no registration needed. Eligible participants include individuals aged 60. Spouses of any age are welcome as well. In partnership with Valley Senior Services, a subsidiary of the Fargo Park District.
$4 at will donation
RENTALS
WIBIT RENTALS
GIANT AQUATIC OBSTACLE COURSE!
Make a splash and have some fun at our pool with the Wibit – our giant aquatic obstacle course! You can rent our Wibit on select weekends.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES & RENTALS
Book your group events at the YMCA! We offer spaces for parties, scouts, church groups, and more! Rent out various spaces around the facilities such as the gymnastics room or the Playloft. We can also decorate for you with our themed add-ons!
CAMP CORMORANT RENTALS
Camp Cormorant offers a serene location for various events and retreats. You can rent camp grounds, cabins, facilities, or the Welcome Center. Check our website for photos, amenities, dates, and prices.
Visit ymcanorthernsky.org/rentals for details and prices
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
MINI FOOD PANTRIES
Food Pantry locations:
Fercho YMCA | Schlossman YMCA | West Fargo Early Learning Center
Take what you need, give what you can. The ‘Mini Pantry’ movement is a national, crowd-sourced solution to meet community needs. Our YMCA hosts three local pantries for our neighbors to give and take as they wish. The pantries collect non-perishable foods, like canned goods, granola bars, and boxed dinners, as well as small items, like hats, socks, and personal hygiene items.
GIVING BOX PROJECT
Support those in need through our Giving Box project, offering food packages, winter coats, or school supply backpacks. Rally together to ease burdens for those facing challenges.
Aug School supplies, notebooks, pencils, backpacks
Sept Pajamas, slippers, bedding, pillows, blankets
Oct Winter gear, coats, boots, mittens, hats, snow pants
Nov Board games, card games, puzzles
Dec Gifts for Giving Tree Program
GIVING TREE
Help support a child in need this holiday season through the YMCA Giving Tree! Each year, our community comes together to spread joy, bring light, and make holiday wishes come true for those in need in our community. Support a local family by shopping for an individual child and/or family by gathering gift items, picking up a child’s tag at either YMCA location, or by donating to the YMCA!
Looking to get involved? Please reach out to abrown@ymcanorthernsky.org for more information!
Register
If you know children in need of holiday gifts, register them for our Giving Tree beginning October 1. More info at ymcanorthernsky.org/ giving-tree.
Volunteer:
Starting in October, join us as a volunteer and help spread holiday joy! Various volunteer opportunities will be needed from October to December, including sorting and packing gifts, gift pick-up, and more!
Shop
Starting November 1, tags will be available at the Fercho and Schlossman YMCAs and other community locations. Pick a tag, buy the corresponding gift, and return it to the YMCA by December 6.
Donate or Sponsor:
Visit ymcanorthernsky.org/give. Donations will allow our team to purchase the items most requested by families and ensure that every participant receives necessities and holiday gifts. Or become a sponsor through our Annual Campaign.
FIND YOUR REASON TO GIVE ANY TIME OF YEAR. FIND YOUR Y.
Safe spaces for kids to learn and grow. Outreach to seniors who are feeling isolated. Support for cancer survivors. These are just a few of the many reasons to give to the Y. Scan the QR code and find your reason to give.