Youth & Adult Program Guide Fall 2025 Fargo-Moorhead Edition
Our Mission:
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.
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YMCA MEMBERSHIPS
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
Program Registration
IN PERSON |
Stop by either YMCA location – our team would love to help you get registered!
RENTALS
ONLINE | Scan the code or visit ymcanorthernsky.org/register
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! We can also decorate for you with our themed add-ons!
Camp Cormorant Rentals
Camp Cormorant offers a serene location for various weddings, retreats, reunions and other events. You can rent camp grounds, facilities, or the Welcome Cener. Check our website for dates.
Visit ymcanorthernsky.org/rentals for details and prices
AQUATICS FOR ADULTS
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.
ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS
Adult Swimming Lessons help participants progress at their own pace. Whether it is overcoming fear and anxiety about the water, developing basic water skills, or working on endurance and efficiency, this is a great class for all levels!
LAP SWIMMING
Spare your joints and get an impactful cardiovascular workout by lap swimming! It’s a great full-body workout, elevating your heart rate and burning calories. We provide equipment to help vary the challenge and make lap swimming more enjoyable, like kickboards, pull buoys, fins, and more.
Additional swim school sessions and aquatics offerings are available at the Fergus Falls YMCA. View days/times online.
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. Holidayaffected lessons will be pro-rated.
Sept 8 - Oct 25
Oct 27 - Dec 13
Lessons are held once per week for 7 weeks. No lessons on Nov. 27 and 29. Affected lesson prices will be pro-rated at sign-up.
• Member Registration: Registration for both sessions opens July 21.
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 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. ymcacassclay.org/diverseabilities
Don’t know what level to register for? Get a FREE level assessment! Open to the community, no registration required.
Saturdays, 12 - 12:30pm
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.
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 these competitive strokes: front crawl, butterfly, backstroke, and breaststroke. Swimmers will also be skilled in water safety, elementary backstroke, and sidestroke.
Fercho YMCA
FM GATORS SWIM TEAM
UPCOMING SEASON DATES & PRICES
Levels Dates Prices
HS Athletes - Girls
HS Athletes- Boys
Senior
Senior Age Group
Age Group
Developmental
Developmental - Fall only - Full Season - Fall only - Full Season - Fall only - Full Season
STROKE CLINIC
Nov 10 - Mar 20
Sept 8 - Nov 25
Mar 2 - Mar 20
Sept 8 - Jan 2
Sept 8 - Mar 20
Sept 29 - Jan 2
Sept 29 - Mar 20
Sept 29 - Jan 2
Sept 29 - Mar 13
Members: $500 Non-Members: $624
Members: $395 Non-Members: $493
Members: $448 | Non-Members: $559
Members: $657 Non-Members: $821
Members: $320 Non-Members: $400
Members: $573 Non-Members: $716
Members: $245 | Non-Members: $307
Members: $439 | Non-Members: $548
Grades 1 - 6 | Sept 2 - 25 | Fercho YMCA
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.
Sept 2 - Sept 25 - Tues and Thurs Dates
Time
Grades 1 - 3 | 6 - 6:45 pm
Grades 4 - 6 | 7 - 7:45 pm
Members: $44 | Non-Members: $55
Age Group 1 and 2:
These levels are for those who finished our developmental program. We focus on technique, skills, and teamwork.
Senior: High School Athletes:
Senior Group levels cater to advanced swimmers, providing necessary training for excelling in competitive events.
Open to high-school students looking to stay active and compete year-round.
PRE-SWIM TEAM
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.
Dates
Mon - Wed Group | Sept 29 - Nov 12 Tues - Thurs Group | Sept 30 - Nov 13
Members: $132 | Non-Members: $165
FM GATOR SWIM TEAM | ymcanorthernsky.org/gators | Questions? Contact Erich Richardson, Swim Team Coach at 701-364-4151 or richardson@ymcanorthernsky.org
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: $70 | Non-Members: $108
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: ommen@ymcanorthernsky.org
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!
Members: $91 | Non-Members: $120
LIFEGUARDING CERTIFICATION COURSE
Ages 15+ | 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 at: ommen@ymcanorthernsky.org
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.
Members: $80 | Non-Members: $95
SCHOOL OUT CAMPS
Grades K-5 | 9am-4pm | Fercho YMCA Youth Center
Dates: Oct 10 | Oct 13 | Nov 26 | Dec 26
Need something for your kiddos to do when there's no school? This year we have a new "Camp" themed school out day. The day will be packed with fun activities to keep kids active.
Kindergarten readiness begins well before school, with early development shaping future success.
In 2024, 89% of children in our Y Early Learning programs met or exceeded age-appropriate milestones — a strong sign of readiness. For those who didn’t, we partner with families to connect them to community support.
Learn more at ymcanorthernsky.org/childcare.
EARLY LEARNING CENTERS
5 Area Sites | Ages 6wks – 5yrs | 6:30am – 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.
SCHOOL AGE LEARNING CENTERS
20+ Area Sites | Grades K – 5 | 6:30am – 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.
LEARNING CENTERS | enroll@ymcanorthernsky.org
Learning Center sites addresses and more can be found online at: ymcanorthernsky.org/childcare
KIDS CLUBS
SESSION DATES
Fall 1
Sept 8 - Oct 25
Fall 2
Oct 27 - Dec 20
POKEMON & MINECRAFT CLUB
Fall 1 & 2 | Grades K -5 | Mon | 5:30-6:15 pm
Schlossman YMCA | Conference Room
It's a club where you 'gotta catch 'em all and you'll dive into a 3D world of swamps, cities, creatures, and infinite possibilities! This club is specially designed to allow youth to explore video games in a safe, moderated, kid-friendly environment.
Members: $70 | Non-Members: $90
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.
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!Holiday-affected programs will be pro-rated.
KIDS CLUB | ymcanorthernsky.org/programs | Questions? Contact Taylor Filipek, Youth & Family Program Director, at 701.364.4116 or filipek@ymcanorthernsky.org
SESSION DATES
YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS
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
Level 1
Level 1
Level 2
Level 2
Level 3
Level 3
Level 4
Fall 1
Sept 8 - Oct 25
CHEERLEADING
Fall 2 Oct 27 - Dec 20
Fall 1 & 2 | Schlossman YMCA | Studio B
Learn essential cheerleading skills, promoting flexibility, endurance, strength, and fostering collaboration, confidence, and communication.
Level Level 1 Level 2
Ages 5 - 7 8 - 12 Day Mon Mon
6 - 7 6 - 7 7+ 7+
Level 4 Ages 2 - 3 2 - 3 4 - 5 4 - 5
5:15 - 5:45 pm 9:00 - 9:30 am 6:00 - 6:30 pm 9:45 - 10:15 am 6:45 - 7:15 pm 10:30 - 11:00 am 7:30 - 8:00 pm 11:15 - 11:45 am
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
TINY Y DANCERS
Fall 1 | Fercho YMCA | Youth Center
Improve rhythm and coordination while learning basic jazz moves, ballet positions, and more! Plus, a recital at the end of each session!
Level
Level 1
Level 2 Ages 3 - 5 6 - 9
5:30 - 6:00 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
NEW! TINY Y TAP DANCERS
Get ready to shuffle, stomp, and shine! In this upbeat tap dance class, dancers will explore rhythm, timing, and musicality while learning basic tap steps and combinations. Fall 2 | Schlossman YMCA | Studio B
Level
Level 1
Level 2 Beginner Advanced Day Thurs Thurs Time 5:30 - 6:15 pm 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Little ones will learn basic basketball skills like dribbling and throwing while having a blast and getting some wiggles out!
Ages 2 - 3 years 4 - 5 years Day Wed Wed Time 5:00 - 5:30 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
PRESCHOOL SPORTS OF ALL SORTS
Fall 2 | Schlossman YMCA | Gymnasium
Learn a new sport and skills each week! Parent participation required for the 2-3 year old class.
Ages 2 - 3 years 4 - 5 years Day Fri Fri Time 5:00 - 5:30 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
PRESCHOOL SOCCER
Fall 1 | Schlossman YMCA | Gymnasium
Learn beginning skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting! Parent participation required for the 2-3 year old class.
Ages 2 - 3 years 4 - 5 years Day Thurs Thurs Time 5:00 - 5:30 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
SPORTS & FITNESS | ymcanorthernsky.org/youthsports | Questions? Contact Taylor Filipek, Youth & Family Program Director, at 701.364.4116 or filipek@ymcanorthernsky.org
BASKETBALL SKILLS, DRILLS, AND SCRIMMAGE
Fall 1 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnasium
Enjoy an experience with friends, laughter, and heaps of cool basketball moves.
YOUTH PICKLEBALL
Fall 2 | Schlossman YMCA | Gymnasium
Children can learn to play the fastest-growing sport in the US: pickleball! Focus on sportsmanship, and team building.
Kinder - 1st
2nd - 3rd
4th - 5th
Day
Ages
5:00 - 5:45 pm
6:00 - 6:45 pm 7:00 - 7:45 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
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
3 - 5 years
6 - 9 years
VOLLEYBALL
Time
5:00 - 5:30 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $75
Fall 2 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnasium
Date Grades
2nd - 4th Grade
5th - 6th Grade
Days Time
8 - 11 years 12 - 15 years Wed Wed 5:30 - 6:15 pm 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $65
NEW! ADAPTIVE BASKETBALL SKILLS
Fall 1 | Ages 5 - 10 | Mon | 4:45 - 5:30 pm
This 4-week program is designed to introduce children to the fundamentals of the game in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Cost: $25
NEW! JUNIOR NBA/WNBA YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Fall 2 | Grades K - 5 | Fercho YMCA | Gymnasium
Focus on fitness and skill development in a popular sport. For grades 2 - 6, grouping by age and ability for all to learn and have fun.
Ages
Time Time
5:30 - 6:15 pm 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $65
We’re proud to announce that our YMCA Basketball program is now an official member of the Jr. NBA/WNBA Leagues. All participants will now receive officially licensed Jr. NBA or WNBA gear. Develop basketball skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game in a fun setting. Leagues 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.
Members: $109 | Non-Members: $129
GROUP FITNESS
100+ classes per week | FREE for Members
Just Getting Started
Aqua fit
SilverSneakers® Circuit
SilverSneakers® Classic
SilverSneakers® Yoga
XaBeat
Yoga
Zumba® Cycle
HIIT Variety
Already Active
Hydro Conditioning
BODYBALANCE®
BODYSTEP® CORE® Cycle
Deep Water Exercise
Yoga
Les Mills Dance®
Exercising Regularly
BODYCOMBAT®
BODYPUMP® STRONG® Yoga
WaterinMOTION® Cycle
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 EVENTS
BODYCOMBAT FITNESS EVENT
Oct 18 | 11 am | Ages 15+ | Schlossman YMCA
Get ready to punch, kick, and sweat it out at our high-energy BodyCombat Fitness Event! This is your chance to experience the adrenaline rush of BodyCombat. Everyone is welcome—no experience needed!
Members: Free | Non-Members: $5
BODYBALANCE FITNESS EVENT
Oct 25 | 8:45 am | Ages 15+ | Schlossman YMCA
BodyBalance is a unique blend of yoga, tai chi, and Pilates designed to improve flexibility, core strength, and mental well-being. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or trying something new, this revitalizing class is the perfect way to reset and recharge.
Members: Free | Non-Members: $5
BODYPUMP FITNESS EVENT
Nov 1 | 7:45 am | Ages 15+ | Schlossman YMCA
BodyPump is an energizing, full-body strength training workout using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition. Perfect for all fitness levels, this event is a great way to boost your fitness, and have fun in a supportive, high-energy atmosphere.
Members: Free | Non-Members: $5
BODYSTEP FITNESS EVENT
Nov 9 | 3:30 pm | Ages 15+ | Schlossman YMCA
This high-energy, full-body workout combines step aerobics with upbeat music and easy-to-follow moves, making it perfect for all fitness levels. Bring your friends and boost your energy!
Members: Free | Non-Members: $5
COMMUNITY CORE CLASS
Nov 22 | 10 am | Ages 15+ | Schlossman YMCA
This dynamic workout focuses on building stability, strength, and endurance in your core muscles. Designed for all fitness levels, our friendly instructors will guide you through powerful movements that challenge and inspire.
Members: Free | Non-Members: $5
CANDELIGHT YOGA
Fri | 7 - 8 pm | All Ages | Fercho YMCA Studio A
Dates: Oct 3 | Nov 7 | Dec 5
Unwind, relax, and chill out with this annual event series! Practiced in the gentle glow of candlelight, this monthly all-levels class will help you relax, melt away tension, and relieve stress
Members: Free | Non-Members: $5
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. For more information, visit ymcanorthernsky.org/personaltraining
INBODY COMPOSITION ASSESSMENTS
To schedule email: fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
InBody assessments go ‘beyond the scale’ to give a complete breakdown of body composition in just 5 minutes. Get a greater understanding of your body fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass, basal metabolic rate, fat distribution, and more!
Members: $17/scan | Non-Members: $47/scan
SMART START 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
To schedule email: fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
Improve race times and running form, run longer distances, work through injuries, and get ready for race day!
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.
WOMEN ON WEIGHTS
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!*
SPORTS PERFORMANCE TRAINING
Take your game to the next level! This progressive training program helps young athletes develop speed, agility, strength, and endurance with expert coaching. Perfect for athletes aged 13 to 18, this is your chance to shine!
RISING ATHLETES (LEVEL 1)
Ready to take your training to the next level? Our Rising Athletes program is the perfect step up from Sports Performance Fundamentals, designed to elevate your child's athletic abilities. Meeting twice a week for 8 weeks, this program focuses on mastering the core fundamentals of weight training, speed, agility, and endurance.
NEXT LEVEL ATHLETE (LEVEL 2)
Ready to elevate your game? Our Next Level Athlete program is the ultimate step up from Rising Athlete, designed to push you to your peak performance. Meeting four days a week for 8 weeks, this program focuses on refining advanced techniques, skill mastery, and sport-specific conditioning.
Visit ymcanorthernsky.org to see program locations and times
PERSONAL TRAINING | ymcanorthernsky.org/personal-training | Questions? Contact Chans Brown, Fitness Director, at 701.364.1453 or fitness@ymcanorthernsky.org
LIVESTRONG® AT THE YMCA
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LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a FREE wellness program designed for cancer survivors who have become deconditioned or chronically fatigued from their disease and treatment. Survivors will improve strength, flexibility, and self-confidence, and develop the tools they need to take their wellness journey wherever they go! We’ll go in-depth on proper form and stretching based on your cancer type, and explore our Fitness Center, Group Fitness Studios, Aquatic Center, and more!
Individuals will work with an Exercise Specialist and are invited to enroll a support person in the class with them. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA strives to support the increasing number of cancer survivors who find themselves in the transitional period between completing their cancer treatment and the shift towards feeling physically and emotionally strong.
® Participants of LIVESTRONG at the YMCA receive a FREE full membership at the YMCA while enrolled in the program. For more information, visit: ymcanorthernsky.org/livestrong
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.
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!
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
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.
Events Include:
Crafts Bingo Book Club Travel Club and more!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE
All Ages | Sept 6 | 6 - 8 pm | Schlossman YMCA
The Father-Daughter Dance will be a night to remember. It will be a great night for girls to bond with their father or father figure and have fun with their friends!
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $60 Includes admission for one father figure + daughter, plus all activities and treats! All sales final.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Ages 6wks - 14yrs | 4:30 - 7:30 pm
Once per month at Fercho YMCA and Schlossman YMCA
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.
Members: $20 | Non-Members: $30
$5 discount for an additional child
MEA DAY AT YMCA CAMP CORMORANT
Ages 6 - 12 | Oct 16 & 17 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Day Camp is back for MEA days! Come enjoy the fall colors and participate in our day camp activities: hiking the trails, low ropes games, rock wall (ages 10 and up), archery, field games, a fall craft, and more.
Members: $40/day | Non-Members: $50/day
BOO-GIE GLOW BASH
All Ages | October 25 | 6 - 8 pm | Fercho YMCA
Come dressed in your brightest neon gear and anything that glows, sparkles, or shines under blacklight. We’ll turn down the lights and turn up the fun with music, dancing, glow accessories, and more! (Geared to ages 3 - 9)
Members: $25 | Non-Members: $50
SCRAPBOOKING RETREAT
Ages 21+ | Nov 7 - 9 | YMCA Camp Cormorant
Enjoy gorgeous views of the YMCA Camp Cormorant as you gather with fellow scrapbookers to create lasting memories.
In addition to scrapbooking, participants can watch movies, play games or puzzles, take nature hikes and meet new friends.
For program details or questions, email Karen: mathison@ymcanorthernsky.org
Cost: $215 ($25 deposit due at registration)
BURN THE BIRD 5K/10K
All Ages | Thanksgiving Day | 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. Proceeds go to benefit the LIVESTRONG program at the Y which helps local cancer survivors find community and regain health.
CHRISTMAS AT CAMP
All Ages | Dec 7 | YMCA Camp Cormorant
Join us for a magical, family-friendly holiday event at YMCA Camp Cormorant!
Enjoy activities like photos with Santa, letters to Santa, cookie decorating, holiday crafts, hot cocoa station, snowman building, and more! This event is open to everyone who wants to experience a little holiday magic.
Cost: $15 per family
MEET SANTA AT THE Y
All Ages | Dec 18 | 4 - 7 pm | Fercho YMCA
This is a YMCA member exclusive event! Get FREE pictures with Santa, decorate cookies, make crafts, play games, and more! A $5 donation is appreciated but not required.
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.
School supplies, notebooks, pencils, backpacks
Pajamas, slippers, bedding, pillows, blankets
Winter coats, boots, mittens, hats, snow pants
Board games, card games, puzzles
Gifts for Giving Tree Program
CREATE A LIVING LEGACY
We believe that investing in our kids, our health and our neighbors makes all of us stronger. If you believe in the work we're doing today, you can be an integral part of our future by including a charitable gift in your estate and financial plans. With a little planning, you can make a big difference for years to come.
The YMCA of the Northern Sky is classified by the IRS as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. As such, all charitable gifts received are tax- deductible to the extent of the tax code.
Make a planned gift TODAY. Help serve Y generations TOMORROW.
For more information and to start a conversation about your legacy, please contact Karen Mathison at mathison@ymcanorthernsky.org or 701.364.4415
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? Email: abrown@ymcanorthernsky.org for more information!
Register Shop
If you know children in need of holiday gifts, register them for our Giving Tree beginning October 1. Find more information 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!
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.
VOLUNTEERING
We welcome volunteers with all talents, interests and abilities! Our Y has volunteer opportunities all year long. Coach a Youth Sports Team, help with local events, facilities maintenance and more. When you volunteer with the Y, you create a lasting impact on the lives of individuals in our community.
Want to volunteer? Scan the QR code or visit: ymcanorthernsky.org/volunteer
