YMCA of the Highland Lakes Spring Program Guide 2023

YMCA OF THE HIGHLAND LAKES

Join t he Y Join the Y and enhance your life. Help your family learn, grow and thrive while strengthening a vital community to help everyone reach their potential.

Member Benef it s Membership includes the following: - Unlimited access to 5 area Health & Wellness centers - FREE ChildWatch while you exercise - FREE Group Exercise Classes - Reduced Program Fees - FREE Family Events - Year- Round Swimming - State- of- the- art- Equipment - Professional & Certified Fitness Staff - FREE Fitness Assessment - FREE FastFoward Fitness Program powered by ActivTrax - FREE Virtual Group Exercise Classes - Use of over 2,500 Ys across the U.S. through Nationwide Membership

Nat ionwide Membership Nationwide Membership enables you to visit any participating Y in the United States through membership at your local Y. We offer this because we want to help you reach your health and wellness goals wherever you live, work or travel.

Act ivTrax FastFoward Fitness - Powered by ActivTrax is a dynamic digital tool that guides your fitness journey through personalized workouts, nutrition tracking, and a fitness coach.

Stop in or call to activate today and find out about our fitness challenges.

Financial Assist ance Thanks to the generous donations to our Annual Campaign, we are able to make the Y accessible through our Financial Assistance Program. These gifts provide scholarships for individuals and families who want and need Y programs, but cannot afford them.

Amenit ies by Branch

Hours Branch Monday- Friday 5am- 9pm Sat urday 8am- 5pm Sunday Closed

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ChildWat ch Monday- Friday 7:45am- 10:45am & 4:30- 7:00pm Sat urday 8:00am- 10:30am Sunday Closed

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OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL

THIS Y IS FOR EVERYONE. Our programs, services and initiatives enable kids to realize their potential, prepare teens for college, offer ways for families to have fun together, empower people to be healthier in spirit, mind and body, prepare people for employment, welcome and embrace newcomers and help foster a nation wide service ethic. And that's just the beginning.

Our Areas of Focus

CONTENTS

We believe that to bring about meaningful change in individuals and communities we must be focused and accountable. At the Y, we measure the success of our cause by how well we engage communities in our three areas of focus.

General Inf o

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Healt h & Fit ness

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.

Act ive Older Adult s

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Childcare

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Spring Break Camp

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Yout h & Family Programs

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Yout h Sport s

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Swimming & Aquat ics

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HEALTHY LIVING Improving the nation's health and well- being.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.

YMCA OF CENTRAL TEXAS - BRANCH LOCATIONS CH CHASCO Family YMCA - 1801 N IH 35

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Round Rock, TX 78664 - 512- 246- 9622

HL YMCA of the Highland Lakes - 1601 S. Water St.- Burnet, TX 78611

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512- 756- 6180

HU Hutto Family YMCA - 200 Alliance Blvd. - Hutto. TX 78634 - 512- 846- 2360 TL Twin Lakes Family YMCA - 204 E. Little Elm St. - Cedar Park, TX 78613

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512- 250- 9622

GT Georgetown Family YMCA - 3010 Williams Drive - Georgetown, TX 78628 GW Greater Waco YMCA - 6800 Harvey Drive - Waco, TX 76710 YMCA of t he Highland Lakes

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512- 615- 5599

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Group Exercise Classes

Flexibilit y

Cardio Theat er Ages 14+ Our cardio theater motivates everyone!

Workout with the latest movies on the big screen along with crystal- clear digital sound.

Choose from several different cardio machines.

YOGA This mind and body class involves slow movements and postures in order to develop discipline, strength, balance and flexibility. All classes are multi- level. Since a limited number of mats are availble for use, we recommend that you bring your own yoga mat to class.

LES MILLS Virt ual For those who've just started their journey to a healthier life, Les Mills Virtual is a great way to learn the basics and increase your confidence before you go into live classes. If you're a more experienced member, you'll enjoy being able to work out to the world's best fitness programs, at times that suit your schedule.

Cardio & Dance Zumba Zumba is a heart- racing, muscle- pumping, Latin- inspired class that is a great time that gets great results, including high- calorie burn and an awesome core workout. Over your one- hour class, you will not only enjoy a great workout, but great music while learning cool dance moves. If you want to have fun and get fit too, this class is for you.

Cycle Cycle This 45- minute indoor cycling class uses different levels of resistance to take participants through a variety of terrains and intensities. Space is limited, so please arrive 10 minutes early for bike set up and remember to bring a water bottle and a towel.

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PILATES This mat class will challenge your "power house" core in standard Pilates format.

Connect your breathing to your core; increase your strength, flexibility and range of motion.

You are welcome to bring your own mat.

BODYBALANCE Les Mills BodyBalance combines Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates to build flexibility and strength while leaving you feeling centered and calm.

Using controlled breathing, concentration and a carefully structured series of stretches, moves and poses to music, this workout bring the body into a state of harmony and balance.

St rengt h & Condit ioning BodyPump BodyPump is the Les Mills' original barbell class. This one- hour workout strengthens your entire body by challenging all of your major muscle groups with the best weight room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls.

Great music, awesome instructors and your choice of weights will inspire you to get the results you came for - and fast! Please note no entry is permitted once class begins.

BODYSTEP Les Mills BodyStep is a program is the ultimate way to give your body a high- energy cardio blast that tones the hips and thighs by utilizing a height- adjustment step. With over 6,000 steps during each one- hour session, you'll see results in record time.

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Training Programs Equipment Orient at ion The Y offers a wide variety of fitness equipment in order to cater to your every exercise need. From cardiovascular to strength training, you will find what you need to live a healthy lifestyle. With a wide range of equipment at your disposal, we offer this free orientation to help familiarize you with our entire fitness facility to make your workouts more efficient and effective.

Fit ness Assessment s The Y offers Fitness Assessments based on a standardized method in the following areas: postural, flexibility and overall movement. We can also check your resting heart rate, blood pressure and body fat. This is a 50- minute session with a personal trainer who will review the results with you and suggest a path to help you meet your goals.

Not e: Addit ional Fees Apply.

Small Group Training **Ext ra Fees Apply** Boot camp Our Bootcamp is designed for MAXIMUM calorie burn in the shortest amount of time.

We want to get you fit, get you healthy, challenge your mind, challenge your body, and most importantly MAKE FITNESS FUN! Bootcamp isn't just for macho men, superwomen, etc., but for everyone!

Bootcamp is challenging, but it provides an amazing whole- body workout that builds strength and endurance. Think about it as a 60- minute one- stop- shop workout where time commitment is minimal in comparison to all the physical benefits that you will obtain.

Personal Training These individual training sessions are for anyone interested in learning how to make the most of their workouts. Whether you need to lose weight, tone up, train for a specific event, or change your current exercise routine, these sessions will allow you to benefit one- on- one with your trainer at an affordable price.

Not e: Addit ional Fees Apply.

Individual Sessions

M/CM

1 Session

$52/$65

6 Session

$300/$375

12 Sessions

$575/$720

Buddy Sessions

M/CM

1 Session

$62/$75

Day/Time

M/CM

6 Session

$360/$440

Mon./Wed./Fri. 5:30am

$65/month/ $75/month

12 Sessions

$700/$840

M=Member; CM= Communit y Member YMCA of t he Highland Lakes

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ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS

Group Exercise Classes Sit 'N'Be Fit This 60- minute, chair- based fitness program for individuals at all levels who want to improve endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance.

Come get fit with us an makes friends.

Tot al Sculpt Weight training designed to change your body composition from fat to lean muscle. This 55- minute continuous weight training class focuses on muscle endurance, definition and range of motion. A total body workout that is good for the beginner and the experienced.

Yoga This 60- minute restorative class offers participants a chance to explore and refine the basic postures, breathing techniques and mind- body connections of Yoga. It is perfect class for beginner to intermediate level students, physical therapy patients, and regular practitioners of Yoga. Yoga is designed to align the body and mind, using correct posture and controlled breathing to increase muscle tone and flexibility. Your are welcome to bring your own mat.

Join us f or Pickleball Thursday 12:30- 3:00pm

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CHILDCARE

ChildWat ch ChildWatch is offered as a free service for members with family memberships. ChildWatch is more than just a safe place to look after your children while at the Y. This programs offers children and infants the chance to get the most out of their own visit to the Y through playing, learning and staying physically active. Age requirements, time limits and hours vary by branch.

Y Af t erschool Grades K- 5 The goal of our afterschool program is to ensure safety for children (K- 5th grade) while promoting healthy physical and emotional growth, assisting working families, and inspiring children to learn. We strive to help each child reach their full potential by offering a positive and enriching environment that encourages the development of character, leadership and cooperative spirit. We offer afterschool care until 6:30pm and all- day care on most school holidays, including summer , at convenient school sites throughout Central Texas. For more information, please contact the Y Licensed Child Care Services Desk at 512- 615- 5563.

Birt hday Part ies Book your child's next birthday party with the YMCA! We set up, clean up, and provide just about EVERYTHING! All you need to do is bring the cake and friends. We have different party options including: Dance, Canvas Painting, Gymnastics, Superheros, and more! Call us to book a birthday party today.

Free Family Friday Ages 6 wks- 5 yrs One Friday each month from 4- 8pm, parents who a Y Members can drop off their children for a free evening of fun while they enjoy an early dinner. For an additional $5 per child you can extend your time to 9pm. Additionally, for $4 per child you can purchase the Family Friday Meal which includes pizza, juice and a snack. Please note, parents must sign up in advance for the evening that they plan to have their children attend. Space is limited and only one of these programs is allotted per month to each family.

DATES: - February 3rd - March 3rd - April 7th Kid's Night Out Ages 6 wks- 13 yrs It's 3- 8pm on a Saturday night, do you know where your kids are? Of course you do! They're eating pizza, playing games and making friends at the Y during this evening event.

Children in attendance should wear comfortable clothing (including socks), bring their own blankets, pillow and/or wear pajamas. Children 5 and up will swim on designated dates.Bring a swimsuit, towel, and a change of clothes for kids older than 4 years. Parents must sign up in advance.

DATES: - February 11th - March 11th - April 15th

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SPRING BREAK CAMP Want t o give your kids a Spring Break t o remember!!

Join us f or our indoor or out door camps March 13- 17t h.

INDOOR HALF DAY CAMP LOCATIONS - Twin Lakes Family YMCA - CHASCO Family YMCA - Hutto Family YMCA - Greater Waco YMCA OUTDOOR FULL DAY CAMP LOCATIONS - YMCA of the Highland Lakes - YMCA Camp Brightwell - YMCA Camp Round Rock - YMCA Camp Twin Lakes 8

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Yout h & Family Programs

Yout h Fit ness Teens N Training (TNT) Ages 9- 13 yrs Held in the fitness center, this weight training and cardio program for teens will provide participants with a complete equipment orientation and a personalized workout while teaching them about cardio- weight room etiquette, appropriate exercise attire and proper exercise form/technique. Upon completion, each participant will receive a certificate allowing full use of the fitness center with a supervising adult.

Not e: Addit ional Fees Apply.

Yout h Sport s League Rookie League Ages 3- 5 yrs Leagues are structured to allow for both practice and game experiences in the same day. Participants will learn new skills for 25 minutes and put those skills in action for a short 25- 30 minutes game after the practice session. All players will receive a YMCA reversible style jersey and will be assigned a different color each week. All players will receive a participation medal.

2023 Spring Calendar Member Registration - January 2nd Community Registration - January 7th Early- Bird Deadline - February 19th Registration Deadline - March 6th Season Starts - Week of March 27th Season Ends - Week of May 1st Sport Rookie Soccer

Grade 3 yrKinder

Rookie Plus League Grades 1st- 8th (ages 6- 14) Rookie Plus players will receive a uniform package different for each sport. Season will consist of 7 to 8 practices, 6 games and a guaranteed 1- game end of season tournament for each age group.

Scores and standing will be kept. Our rules have been adjusted to ensure better parity and limit the ability of a team to "run up the score".

Players will be ensured to play half of each game.

All players will receive a participation medal.

2023 Spring Calendar Member Registration - January 2nd Community Registration - January 7th Early- Bird Deadline - February 4th Registration Deadline - February 18th Season Starts - Week of March 20th First Game - March 31st or April 1st Tournaments - May 12th- 14th or 19th- 21st Sport

Grade

M/CM

Rookie + Soccer

1st- 4th

By Feb. 19th - $45/$55

By Mar. 6th - $55/$65

Rookie + Volleyball

3rd- 6th

By Feb. 19th - $45/$55

By Mar. 6th - $55/$65

M/CM

By Feb. 19th - $35/$45

By Mar. 6th - $45/$55

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Gymnast ics Gymnast ics Our classes provide participants with the skills and confidence to perform a variety of age- appropriate exercises requiring physical strength, flexibility, power, agility, coordination, and balance.

Six- Week Programs Session Dat e

Regist er by

Spring I Feb. 20th - Apr. 8

M: Now - Feb. 20 CM: Now - Feb. 20

Spring II Apr. 10 - May 20

M: Feb. 20 - Apr. 10 CM: Feb. 20 - Apr. 10

Advantages of Year- Round Gymnastics include: Never miss getting registered for a class on time. No need to visit the front desk for payments with monthly auto- pay feature.

Tiny Tot s Ages 18 mon. - 3 yrs (Parent/Child) This class is designed specifically for toddlers and their parents! In this class parents and children work together to increase the child's attention span, special awareness, and motor skills. We will accomplish these goals with group time activities like games and songs, as well as rotation on bars, beam and floor.

Day

Time

M/CM

Thur.

10:30- 11:15am

$40/$50

Flippin' For Fun Ages 3- 5 yrs This class is designed to give your child independence! In this class children work to increase their confidence, ability to work in a structured environment, and continue to build fine motor skills. Our curriculum includes an emphasis on weight transference, balance, and body awareness. We play games and provide fun filled learning obstacles.

Session

Day/Time

M/CM

6- week

Tue. 10:30- 11:15am

$40/$50

Year- Round

Mon. 5:30- 6:15pm

$35/$40

Year- Round

Tue. 5:30- 6:15pm

$35/$40

Development al Ages 5 yrs+ This class is a year- round program. Instructors will teach the basic skills needed to be promoted into the beginner level class.

Participants will be moved to beginner level when they can preform a front roll, back roll, cartwheel and bridge.

Day

Time

M/CM

Mon.

4:30- 5:30pm

$35/$40

Tues.

4:30- 5:30pm

$35/$40

Wed.

4:30- 5:30pm

$35/$40

Beginner Ages 5 yrs+ Must be able to preform a front roll, back roll, cartwheel, and bridge. This class is a year- round program. Our curriculum will three events: Bars, Beam & Floor.

Day

Time

M/CM

Mon.

4:30- 5:30pm

$35/$40

Mon.

5:30- 6:30pm

$35/$40

Wed.

5:30- 6:30pm

$35/$40

Int ermediat e Ages 5 yrs+ This year- round class is an invite only class.

The child will have to be invited by an instructor prior to enrolling in this class. The curriculum for the class will be to master the beginner skills and introduce new intermediate skills.

Day

Time

M/CM

Mon.

6:30- 7:30pm

$35/$40

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SPRING SPORTS 3 yr - 8t h grade, ages 3 - 14 years old

At t he Y, our sport s st af f, coaches and volunt eers all share a singular vision helping yout h, of all skill levels, reach t heir f ull pot ent ial. Join our yout h sport s program where your child will learn skills, develop f riendships and have f un!

LOCATIONS* - Twin Lakes Family YMCA - CHASCO Family YMCA - Hutto Family YMCA - YMCA of the Highland Lakes - Georgetown Family YMCA - Greater Waco YMCA

BENEFITS -

Fun While Learning Perseverance Teamwork Sportsmanship Fundamental Skills

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Swimming & Aquat ics

Swim Lessons

Swim Programs

Group & Privat e Swim Lessons More people learn to swim at the Y than any other place in America. We'll make your family members better swimmers and better people by encouraging healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We offer both group and private lessons for all ages.

Levels

Days

Times

M/CM

Pre- School Swim Basics

Tue/Thur

5- 5:30pm

$65/$87

School Swim Basics

Mon/Wed

5:30- 6pm

$65/$87

School Stroke

Mon/Wed

6:30- 7pm

$65/$87

School Swim Basics

Tue/Thur

6- 6:30pm

$65/$87

Pre=School Swim Basics

Tue/Thur

5:30- 6pm

$65/$87

School Stroke

Tue/Thur

5- 5:30pm

$65/$87

Cert if icat ions Lif eguard Cert if icat ion Ages 16 yrs+ Become a lifeguard at the Y and learn the necessary skills to save a life. Our four- day life guarding classes will teach you rescue skills, CPR/AED for adult, child and infant, and basic first aid skills. Applicants must be a minimum 16 years old by the last day of the attended class. Upon successful completion, participants will be certified in:

**Ext ra Fees Apply** Tex's Waves Swim Team Waves Developmental Team $55/month Meets: Mon.- Thur. 4:30- 5:30pm Tex's Waves Team $65/month Meets: Mon.- Thur. 5:30- 6:30pm & 10:00- 11:30am Tex's Waves Elite Team $100/month Meets: Mon.- Thur. 5:30- 7:30pm Development al Diving Ages 6- 13 yrs Beginner Diving: Introductory class that teaches how to properly dive of the diving board. Monday 5:30- 6:30pm.

Intermediate Diving: Participants will learn new dives on the 3 meter & 1 meter springboards.

Wednesdays 5:30- 6:30pm.

Advanced Diving: Participants will learn new dives on the 3 meter & 1 meter springboards.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30- 6:30pm.

Mast ers Swimming Ages 18 yrs+ Designed for those just starting to swim for fitness or those competing at the highest levels in swimming events or triatholons. This year- round program will provide expertly designed training rograms and stroke mechanics insturction while helping individuals set goals to meet their peronals training needs.

Each workout will be modified for ability level.

Meets: Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 5:30- 7:00am, Monday- Thursday 10- 11am.

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