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YMCA OF THE EAST VALLEY 2022 SPRING PROGRAM GUIDE Redlands Family YMCA Highland Family YMCA San Bernardino Family YMCA Preschool University ymcaeastvalley.org

YMCA OF THE EAST VALLEY SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITIES As a leading non-profit organization, the YMCA of the East Valley opens access to opportunities, relationships, and resources for kids to be who they are and become who they want to be. We believe everyone, regardless of income, deserves access to our services.

Last year the Y awarded $ 276,870 in Financial Assistance to members.

Our membership team is available to answer any questions and help you with Financial Assistance.

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Register for all programs and events at the front desk, online at ymcaeastvalley.org, or on the app: YMCA of the East Valley.

Financial Assistance is available for all programs.

YMCA OF THE EAST VALLEY 2022 SPRING SESSION DATES Session 1: February 28 – March 26 Session 2: March 28 – April 23 Session 3: April 25 – May 21 *Registration opens 2-weeks prior to each session start. Must be a member in order to register for programs.

AQUATICS

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GROUP EXERCISE

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PERFORMANCE ARTS

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YOUTH SPORTS

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YOUTH PROGRAMS & DAY CAMP

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SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS

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HIGHLAND FAMILY Y

7793 Central Ave. Highland, CA 92346 highland@ymcaeastvalley.org 909.425.9622

REDLANDS FAMILY Y

500 E. Citrus Ave. Redlands, CA 92373 redlands@ymcaeastvalley.org 909.798.9622

SAN BERNARDINO FAMILY Y

808 E. 21st St. San Bernardino, CA 92404 sanbernardino@ymcaeastvalley.org 909.881.9622

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AQUATICS

AQUATICS With an Association Membership, you get access to the 3 Aquatic Centers across the East Valley!

With 4 indoor pools, an outdoor pool, children’s splash zone, spa, and sauna, the Y’s Aquatic Centers offer a variety of options for our members!

The Y offers tons of exciting programs and classes to get you in the water and having fun.

Take a look at our programs below and how you can make a splash!

during open lap swim times. Swimmers must choose the appropriate lane for their speed and stroke choice.

Masters Swim Ages 18+

All aquatic centers are equipped with a pool lift to aid in water accessibility for all members.

Training goals are set by the individual swimmer and a Certified Swim Coach will help create personalized training plans, instruct, and evaluate each participant. Achieve personal goals such as cardiovascular conditioning, weight loss, toning, improving technique and training for triathlons.

Adaptive Parent & Child Swim

Parent-Child Program

Ages 5 – 18

Ages 6 months – 5 years

This Adaptive Aquatics swim class is a parent-child class for children ages 5 - 18 years with special needs. The goal of this class is to get your child comfortable in the water, teach them how to be safe around water, and become independent swimmers.

The skills taught in the Parent/Child program center around five main components: personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water games, and rescue. A child must be accompanied by an adult in all parent-child classes.

Lap Swim

Power Plunge

Ages 15+

Ages 15+

Lap Swimming is available with lanes divided by speed. Swimmers are welcome to swim laps

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A mid-to-high intensity water exercise class focusing on cardiovascular conditioning and

Please Note: All children 2 years and under and/or not potty trained must wear a non-disposable swim diaper while swimming in YMCA pools.

Non-disposable swim diapers may be purchased at the front desk for $15.

AQUATICS muscle toning. This class will help you to tone and condition your body without added stress on your joints.

Preschool Program Ages 3 – 5 The Preschool Program encourages water acclimation to increase comfort with underwater exploration and introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. Water movement encourages forward movement in water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently. Stroke introduction of basic stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and reinforces water safety through treading water and elementary backstroke.

Youth Program Ages 6 – 12 The Youth Program focuses on developing water stamina and stroke mechanics. Develop intermediate self-rescue skills performed at longer distances. Stroke development introduces breaststroke and butterfly and reinforces water safety through treading water and sidestroke. Refine stroke technique on all major competitive strokes and encourages swimming as part of a healthy lifestyle.

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Water Walking Ages 15+ Instructors lead the Water Walking class through a light-intensity cardio workout that consists of walking around in the water. Movements are forward, backward, and side-to-side. This class will help you to tone and condition your body without added stress on your joints.

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GROUP EXERCISE

GROUP EXERCISE Ready to find your people?

At the Y, there are no strangers – only friends you haven’t met yet. While you improve your health and mobility through our fitness programs, you’ll also make new friends and find opportunities to strengthen the social fabric of your community.

The Y provides programs and activities that promote wellness, reduce the risk for disease, and help others reclaim their health. The YMCA of the East Valley welcomes members of all abilities and skill levels to participate in group exercise, fitness challenges, and equipment orientations.

BODYCOMBAT Ages 15+ Unleash your inner warrior with this mixed martial arts inspired cardio workout. Strike, punch, and kick your way to superior cardio fitness. BODYCOMBAT Express is the same workout in a 45 minute format.

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BODYPUMP Ages 15+ This barbell class will sculpt, tone, and strengthen your entire body, fast! Focusing on low weight loads and high repetition movements, you’ll burn fat, gain strength, and quickly produce lean muscle. Try it once and you will be hooked.

GROUP EXERCISE Personal Training Ages 18+ Get one-on-one attention from a certified personal trainer who will design a specific regimen just for you that will compliment any workout style while giving you that extra push you may need to see results. Packages include single, 5, 10 or 15 sessions.

Pilates Mat Ages 15+ Pilates Mat will help you to develop your core strength while focusing on coordination, flexibility, and stability-based movements.

This workout is low impact and is ideal for members of all ages and abilities. Participants will develop their posture and body alignment, enhance balance, and help relieve stress.

Pilates Reformer Ages 15+ Pilates Reformer utilizes the Allegro Reformer machines to create an exercise experience that will shape and tone your body while creating lean muscle mass. Work with an instructor to learn and perfect flexible movements that can be adjusted based on your performance level.

This is a low-impact workout that will strengthen your core with grace and concentration.

Members must pay a $ 10 fee for each class.

Spinning Ages 15+ An indoor stationary cycling program for all levels of fitness. The efficient, high-energy, group exercise integrates music, camaraderie, and visualization to take you on a fun calorieburning ride. Spin Express is an abreviated spin class of 45 minutes.

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Y Barre Ages 15+ An energetic, fun workout that fuses fitness techniques from dance, pilates, and strength conditioning that will tone the whole body. This class is the perfect conbination of strength and flexibility with a bit of a ballet twist.

Zumba Ages 15+ This mixture of salsa cardio and hip-hop dance will get your hips moving and your heart pumping. You’ll have so much fun breaking a sweat you won’t even realize you just worked out for fifty minutes. This class is great for all fitness levels.Members must pay a $ 10 fee for each class.

Camp Edwards is a residential camp for all in the San Bernardino Mountains where campers explore, build confidence, and grow as individuals. At Camp Edwards memories of a lifetime are made and life-long friendships are formed. Register your camper today!

Register online or at the front desk • ymcaeastvalley.org/camp

PERFORMANCE ARTS

PERFORMANCE ARTS The YMCA Gymnastics program allows children to explore movement through tumbling, balance, and floor exercise. Children participate as a team to develop self-confidence, strength, and coordination. Your child will focus on skillbased techniques, including jumps, cartwheels, handstands, and more.

Ballet/Tap Combo Ages 4 – 6

Children ages 3 -17 will learn and grow with supportive coaches and classmates. Let your creativity shine at the YMCA!

Dance participants will learn basic ballet positions with feet, port de bra (carriage of the arms) various jumps, and leaps while having fun. Dancers will also learn the basic rhythms of tap. Class is structured like a studio program, and for that reason, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

Baby Ballet

Contemporary Dance

Ages 3 – 5 Dance participants will learn basic ballet positions with feet, port de bra (carriage of the arms) various jumps, and leaps while having fun.

Class is structured like a studio program, and for that reason, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

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Ages 6+

Contemporary is an expressive style of dance that combines modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. It is about connecting the mind and body with fluid dance movements. The program is structured like a dance studio; therefore, parents will observe outside of the classroom.

YOUTH SPORTS Dance Acro I

Kinder Gymnastics Ages 3 – 5

Ages 5 – 7 This program studies the progressions of tumbling, contortion, and dance. This is not a class for beginners. Class is structured like a studio program, and for that reason, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

Kinder Gymnastics teaches basic tumbling and balance skills to preschoolers. This class introduces skills like focusing, listening, and patience while in a fun learning environment.

Dance Acro II Ages 8 – 16 This program studies the progressions of tumbling, contortion, and dance. This is not a class for beginners. Class is structured like a studio program, and for that reason, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

Hip Hop Ages 6+ Dance participants will learn beginning Hip Hop steps and moves. Class is structured like a studio program, and for that reason, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

Gymnastics 1 Ages 4+ This class teaches skills that lead to and are taught in Level 1 of Gymnastics.

Participants will work on their strength and flexibility, while also learning basic tumbling and balance skills.

Jazz Ages 6+ Jazz creates experimental, free form, and fluid movements combines techniques of classical ballet and modern dance with current forms of popular movements.

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YOUTH SPORTS YOUTH SPORTS Get in the game with YMCA Youth Sports!

The YMCA is here to help children grow into active, skillful athletes while also learning valuable life lessons like teamwork, patience, and dedication. We offer a variety of leagues, clinics, and programs for those looking to learn fundamentals to those focusing on developing skills.

YMCA of the East Valley offers a variety of youth sports programs for young athletes ages 3-17.

Flash Basketball League Ages 5 – 17 • 3/21 – 4/23 The Flash League is a 4 week program designed to focus on week to week skills, play with different teammates and learn from different coaches each week. Children will practice once a week based on their age. They will also be randomly selected to be on different teams on Saturdays. This program focuses on meeting new people, learning from different coaches and having fun! Teams practice one evening a week and games are held on Saturdays. Parents will be notified of the day and time your athlete is scheduled to practice.of the day and time your athlete is scheduled to practice.

Itty Bitty Combo Sports Ages 3 – 5 The Itty Bitty Sports program helps the youth to develop the basic skills and fundamentals of sports. Participants will learn the basic building blocks for success in a fun environment.

Martial Arts (Beginner/ Youth) Ages 5 – 8

Basketball League Ages 5 – 17 • 1/10 – 3/5 YMCA Youth Basketball is a fun and great way to introduce children to the sport of basketball and improve all player’s skills as well as athletic abilities. Our leagues emphasize sportsmanship through teambuilding and skill development. Teams practice one evening a week and games are held on Saturdays. Parents will be notified of the day and time your athlete is scheduled to practice.

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Martial Arts at the YMCA teaches your mind, body, and spirit to act as one; while introducing techniques that focus on balance and coordination through fun activities that promote positive attitudes, develop strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, discipline and self-confidence.

Redlands class is held outdoors in the meadow.

Martial Arts (Youth & Adult) Ages 9+ Learn self-defense in YMCA Martial Arts.

This class is a fun and safe way for children and adults to develop control and discipline while learning combat skills.

YMCA Martial Arts are non-competitive and encourage sportsmanship and personal growth. Redlands class is held outdoors in the meadow. Our family class allows parents and children to grow within the Arts together while creating lasting memories.

Strength & Conditioning Ages 11 – 17 Our Youth Strength and Conditioning program provides an opportunity for young athletes to train, compete, improve athletic performance and reduce the likelihood of injury. Most importantly, this program will provide participants with the tools necessary to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle into their adult years.

Youth Run Club Ages 9 – 14

Private Basketball Lessons Ages 6 – 18 Participants receive private basketball lessons with Coach Robert. Coach Robert will work with participants to identify strengths and weaknesses and development basketball skills to take their game to the next level.

Participants will meet and perform conditioning skills such as high knees, heel kicks, ladders, etc. Runners will meet on the track in the fitness center at the beginning of each class. Please send a water bottle with your child to stay hydrated during this activity.

Youth Soccer Ages 3 – 12

Street Hockey Ages 6+ Learn the game of Hockey in a fun and fast paced setting. Take out your old tennis shoes and get ready for some good old street hockey. Stick and ball puck will be provided. Children will be taught the fundamentals of the game and how to use the hockey stick properly while engaging with team mates and in addition to leading a active life style.

YMCA Youth Soccer helps youth to develop the basic skills and fundamentals of the sport, while offering opportunity for individual learning. We encourage youth to grow as healthy, responsible contributors both on and off the field. Kids will love being part of a team and parents will enjoy watching their children grow through the Youth Soccer program!

Youth Volleyball Ages 9 – 17 Participants will develop volleyball skills while learning to play on a team. Improve your hand-eye coordination, work on speed, and practice techniques to help you excel in the sport!

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YOUTH PROGRAMS & DAY CAMP

YOUTH PROGRAMS & DAY CAMP The Y nurtures the potential of every child and teen by supporting their unique youth development journey through comprehensive programming. From cradle to career, the Y provides all youth with the tools and resources they need to succeed in life.

Day Camp Ages 5 – 12 During school breaks, and vacations the Y offers a fun, educational Day Camp program for all kids. Each day is full of adventure, from crafts to swimming and outdoor adventures, there’s always fun to be had at the Y’s Day Camp!

Preschool University Ages 18 months – 5 years

Kids Club Ages 18 months – 12 years Kids Club is a FREE Child Care Service for Association Members. Our Y staff is available to watch your children while you exercise! Take a Group Exercise class, enjoy the Fitness Center, or swim a lap in the pool while your child enjoys fun and games at Kids Club.

Children ages 18 months – 12 years old are welcome for up to 2 hours each day!

Children must be Y facility members to participate.

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At our Preschool we focus on nurturing a child’s development by providing a safe and healthy place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Call 909.792.0555 or visit ymcaeastvalley.org/child-care for more information.

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SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS

AOA PROGRAM As a part of the Active Older Adults program, the YMCA offers a variety of exercise classes for men and women ages 50+. Seniors are encouraged to stay active with the YMCA through fitness classes that fit their individual health goals. Our AOA Fitness classes are available to help members that are looking for a specialized workout to improve overall well-being at a friendly pace.

Members love YMCA Group Exercise classes for their adaptability, encouragement, and support for all skill levels – including members with physical limitations.

Zumba Gold Zumba Gold is a mixture of salsa cardio and hip-hop dance that will get you moving to the music! Zumba Gold has tailored the moves and traditional fast-paced Zumba to meet the needs of members looking to enjoy the workout at a beginner level. The modified moves and pace are easy and fun to learn. Meet new friends and enjoy your workout with Zumba Gold!

The YMCA of the East Valley offers classes for all fitness levels. If you are looking for a gentle workout that will keep you active, we recommend trying one of our SilverSneakers® classes, Zumba Gold, or Pilates Reformer.

SilverSneakers® Classic SilverSneakers® Classic utilizes hand weights, elastic tubing, and exercise balls to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

SilverSneakers® Yoga Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.

Chair support is offered to safely perform exercises. Relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

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REDLANDS FAMILY YMCA

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808 E. 21st St. San Bernardino, CA 92404 909.881.9622

SAN BERNARDINO FAMILY YMCA

7793 Central Ave. Highland, CA 92346 909.425.9622

HIGHLAND FAMILY YMCA

500 E. Citrus Ave. Redlands, CA 92373 909.798.9622