2024 Winter Program Guide

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YMCA OF THE EAST VALLEY 2024-2025 WINTER PROGRAM GUIDE Redlands Family YMCA Highland Family YMCA San Bernardino Family YMCA Preschool University

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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 $413,817 in Financial Assistance to members.

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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 ‘24-’25 WINTER SESSION DATES Session 1: November 18 - December 14 Registration Opens November 4

Session 2: January 6 - February 1 Registration Opens December 23

Session 3: February 3 - March 1 Registration Opens January 20

*Registration opens 2-weeks prior to each session start.

Must be a member in order to register for programs.

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GROUP EXERCISE

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PERFORMANCE ARTS

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SPORTS & ACTIVITIES

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

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SENIOR HEALTH & UPCOMING EVENTS

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

These are just SOME of the classes we offer!

Visit ymcaeastvalley.org to view all of our classes.

Adaptive Parent & Child Swim Ages 5 – 18 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.

Lap Swim Ages 6+ Lap Swimming is available with lanes divided by speed. Swimmers are welcome to swim laps during open lap swim times. Swimmers must choose the appropriate lane for their speed and stroke choice.

Aquatic Leaders Club Ages 11-16 This program encourages leadership development in the area of aquatic instruction with the goal to prepare and motivate participants to become swim instructors through a separate certification course.

It covers youth development, aquatic safety topics, and essential lifeguarding skills like scanning, rescues, physical endurance and more.

Parent-Child Program Ages 6 months – 5 years 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.

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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 Power Plunge Ages 15+ A mid-to-high intensity water exercise class focusing on cardiovascular conditioning and muscle toning.

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

Swim Club Ages 8+ The Swim Club offers two levels: Porpoise focuses on improving stroke form and endurance to prepare for the Shark level. Shark advances technique in all four strokes, endurance, starts, and turns. Both levels require passing the previous stage or a tryout with the coach.

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.

Beginner Teen/Adult Ages 13+ Designed for participants age 13 years and older.

Youth and adult beginner level, this is for participants still needing to get comfortable in the water or in deep water.

Advanced Teen/Adult Ages 13+ Designed for participants age 13 years and older.

Youth and adult advance level is for participants working on stroke development for all 4 strokes.

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GROUP EXERCISE

GROUP EXERCISE Ready to find your people?

Abs & Assets

Group exercise classes offer more than just a workout—they provide motivation, structure, and accountability in a supportive environment.

Exercising with others can boost your energy, make fitness more fun, and help you stay consistent.

This is a low impact strength class that targets the core (abs, lower back, hamstrings, glutes), and the thighs. Not only will this class help tone your body, you will also improve your posture.

With expert instructors guiding proper technique, you’ll improve safely and efficiently. Plus, group classes build community, offering opportunities to connect with others, make new friends, and stay motivated toward your fitness goals!

Ages 15+

Barre/Pilates Fusion Ages 15+

These are just SOME of the classes we offer!

Visit ymcaeastvalley.org to view all of our classes.

This class combines muscle sculpting barre exercises with an emphasis on Pilates-centered movements to strengthen the core. A variety of equipment will be used to maximize the muscle work! Leave this class feeling strong, stretched, and centered.

Yoga Classes

TRX

Ages 15+ Learn specific sequences of yoga postures and breathing designed to achieve a balance between physical fitness and a healthy, supple, agile, and functional body. We offer different variations of yoga, including Classic Yoga, Flow Yoga, and Gentle Yoga at select locations.

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Ages 15+ Total Resistance exercise is a training program that allows an individual to leverage their own body weight and use the force of gravity to increase strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, and core stability simultaneously.

GROUP EXERCISE Tap Dance Fitness

POUND

Ages 15+

Ages 15+

It’s time to put your tap dancing shoes on! Come and join in on a creative way to keep fit by learning basic tap dancing steps. Bring your own athletic shoes or tapping shoes appropriate for low impact class.

Don’t miss out on this fun way to move!

Experience this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and pilatesinspired movements. Using Ripstix ®, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out.

Cardio Kickboxing Ages 15+ This class will teach you basic form on various kicks and punches, and then combine them for a high intensity cardio workout followed by intervals of active recovery. Modifications are available for all movements to accommodate all fitness levels!

Stretch & Tone Ages 15+

Step Classes Ages 15+ This cardio class uses an elevated platform that is used to help blast calories and fat. You’ll also strengthen the body while developing lean muscles.

Choreography is fun and easy to follow! We offer different variations of step, including Step Aerobics and Classic Step.

A beginning exercise class with a focus on easy-tofollow exercises and stretching.

Core & Floor Ages 15+ Strengthen your core with this 45-minute workout designed for all fitness levels. Work with resistance tubes, weight plates as well as bodyweight to build strength and endurance in the muscles that support your core, and assist injury prevention.

Boot Camp Ages 15+ For anyone interested in getting a safe introduction to functional fitness in a comfortable environment, full-body workout with a sense of accomplishment in only 50 minutes. All levels and seniors welcome.

Get Banded Ages 15+ Our Loop Bands are used to rapidly activate your glutes and engage your hips through an array of lower body exercises. Stimulate the legs, glutes and hip complex to give the thigh and butt a leaner look.

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GROUP EXERCISE GRIT Ages 15+ GRIT is a 30-minute high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout, designed to improve strength, cardiovascular fitness and build lean muscle. This workout uses barbell, weight plate and bodyweight exercises to blast all major muscle groups. GRIT Strength may also be offered at select locations.

Pilates Mat Ages 15+ 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.

IGC Cycle 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 calorie-burning ride. IGC Cycle Express is the same class but in 45 minutes.

Kettlebells Ages 15+ This jam-packed training includes strength, balance, flexibility, muscular/cardiovascular endurance and coordination. This class teaches ballistic movements performed with the “bells,” participants should have full use of range of motion.

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PERFORMANCE ARTS

PERFORMANCE ARTS At the YMCA, kids have the chance to let their creative talents shine! They can explore aerial movements, learn how to dance, juggle, and even unicycle. Coaches and peers provide encouragement as children build strength, confidence, and coordination through tumbling, balancing, as well as other floor exercises. From jumps and cartwheels to handstands and beyond, the program equips children with the skill set needed to take their creativity to the next level!

These are just SOME of the classes we offer!

Visit ymcaeastvalley.org to view all of our classes.

Baby Ballet

Ballet Ages 4-12 Dance participants will learn basic ballet positions with feet, port a bra (carriage of the arms) various jumps, and leaps while having fun. This class is structured like a studio program, therefore, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

Parent & Me Dance/Ballet Ages 1-3 This class is great for the child who is not yet ready to attend class on his or her own. Parents will learn safety skills to help their child learn basic dance skills or ballet skills, children will also learn gross motor skills, balance, and coordination.

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. This class is structured like a studio program, therefore, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

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Lyrical Dance Ages 6-12 This class is designed to introduce participants various dance expressions like Ballet, Jazz, Acrobatics and Modern Dance.

PERFORMANCE ARTS Cheer/Cheerleading

Circus Classes

Ages 5-16

(2024-2025 Performing Season)

An entry-level class aimed at older children, Cheer is designed to teach them important skills such as strength, flexibility, and coordination. Kids will also get the chance to learn simple chants, cheers, and dance routines. This is a great way for them to stay active and have some fun!

Sept 2024 - May 2025

*Depending on the location, this class may be split into two separate classes: Cheer I and Cheer II.

Dance Acro Ages 6-16 This program explores the advanced movements of tumbling, contortion, and dance. This class is designed for those with some experience, and thus it follows a more intensive structure like that of a studio program. Parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

Hip Hop

Have you ever wanted to run away and join the circus? Well now you can! This is the place to be for children, ages 3 and up, to learn basic skills such as unicycling, diabolo, aerial arts and so much more. Circus classes are designed for current participants to keep up their strength and skills and gives new participants an opportunity to experience new and different acts to inspire them for the upcoming performing season.

Kinder Gymnastics Ages 3 – 6 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.

Gymnastics

Ages 5-16

Ages 6-17

This course offers a great introduction to the essential movements of hip-hop. By taking this class, your child will learn fun and challenging choreography set to today’s popular hip-hop tunes. This class is structured like a studio program, therefore, parents are to observe outside of the classroom.

Students will enjoy this fun and exciting course, they will be moving towards higher levels of gymnastics abilities. In an enthusiastic learning environment, this class will provide self-discipline, enhance physical strength, and build self-confidence.

Apparatus include floor, balance beam, tumbling and much more.

Beginning Aerial Combo Ages 7+ This class is perfect for the new aerialist. You will learn strength and coordination skills to improve your aerial awareness and learn basic tricks and moves on different circus equipment.

Visit ymcaeastvalley.org for more info on programs

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SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES

Youth Soccer

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.

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.

These are just SOME of the classes we offer!

Visit ymcaeastvalley.org to view all of our classes.

Ages 5 – 17

*Separate Youth Soccer Clinics may be available at specific locations.

Youth Basketball Leagues (4-Weeks & 8-Weeks) Ages 5 – 17 We offer three Youth Basketball Leagues: • 4-week program (Biddy League - San Bernardino) October 21st - November 16th • 4-week program (Flash League) October 28th - November 23rd • 8-week program (Regular League) January 13th - March 8th Our Youth Basketball Leagues serve as a fun 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 team-building and skill development. *Separate Youth Basketball Shooting Clinics may be available at specific locations.

Youth Volleyball Program (8-Weeks)

Ages 9 – 17 • 10/21 - 12/14

Flag Footballges Ages 5 – 12 In our flag football class, your child will learn valuable life lessons like socializing, teamwork, and core values such as caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. They’ll practice football skills in a supportive, secure environment while sharpening their decision-making, footwork, and creative thinking all while having a blast!

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Our 8-week YMCA Youth Volleyball program teaches participants beginning and intermediate 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! *Late enrollments accepted.* *Separate Youth Volleyball Clinics may be available at specific locations.

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES Martial Arts & Fitness

Youth T-Ball

Ages 5+

Ages 5 – 7

We offer two Martial Arts & Fitness Classes: • Young Children’s Class (Ages 5-8) • Youth & Adult Class (Ages 9+)

Focuses on developing basic skills and fundamentals of the game while providing individual learning opportunities. We encourage kids to grow as healthy, responsible players both on and off the field.

Our martial arts and fitness classes offer fun, inclusive, and age-appropriate instruction that promotes fitness, discipline, focus, and self-defense. Students of all ages build strength, endurance, flexibility, confidence, leadership, and the opportunity to earn belt ranks over multiple sessions.

Itty Bitty Sports Ages 3 – 6 We offer various Itty Bitty Sports: • Itty Bitty T-Ball • Itty Bitty Soccer • Itty Bitty Basketball • Itty Bitty Sports Combo Itty Bitty Sports programs help youth to develop the basic skills and fundamentals of the chosen sport. Participants will learn the basic building blocks for success in a fun environment. Offered sports may vary by location.

Youth Run Club Ages 9 – 14 Participants will meet and perform conditioning skills such as knee highs, 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!

Youth Speed & Agility Ages 10+ Participants will meet and perform speed and agility skills such as ladders, cone drills, box jumps, etc. Participants will meet in the Group X room located in the back of the wellness center. Please send a water bottle with your child to stay hydrated.

Music/Drum Corp Ages 5+ Our Drum Corps offers fun, effective drum lessons for beginners without entry-level pad training.

Designed for kids, these sessions develop rhythmic and psychomotor skills through music reading, performance, technique, and aural skills. Each lesson includes a warm-up with various exercises, making it an enjoyable way for kids to learn music and pick up a new hobby.

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LEARN, GROW AND

HAVE FUN

YMCA AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM HOMEWORK HELP GAMES AND SPORTS FUN AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES SNACK TIME ARTS AND CRAFTS AND MORE!

ENROLLING NOW! LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE.

For more information or to enroll, scan the QR code or call:

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YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS 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.

Preschool University Ages 18 months – 5 years 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.

After School Care K – 5th Grade The YMCA of the East Valley offers convenient after-school care right at your child’s school for grades K-5! Our program supports learning, physical activity, and social growth through sports, homework help, arts, science, and more. Financial assistance is available at select locations.

For details, call 909.792.0555 or visit ymcaeastvalley.org/child-care.

Kids Club Ages 18 months – 12 years Kids Club is a FREE childcare service for Y members! Our staff will watch your children (ages 18 months to 12 years) for up to 2 hours while you work out. Children must be Y facility members to participate.

DAY CAMPS

Looking for a way to keep your kids ages 5-14 entertained, active, and learning during school breaks? We've got you covered!

MINI/ONE-DAY Nov. 1, 8, & 11 | Redlands Y THANKSGIVING Nov. 25-27, 29 | All Locations All Locations WINTER Dec. 23, 24, 26, 27 Dec. 30, 31, Jan. 2, 3 Jan. 6 - Jan. 10

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SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS AOA PROGRAM Our Active Older Adults program is a great way to stay healthy, active, and connected! Classes are designed to fit various fitness goals and abilities, offering a supportive environment where you can feel comfortable at your own pace. With a focus on improving overall well-being, our classes provide expert guidance, social interaction, and encouragement tailored to all skill levels, even for those with physical limitations.

Zumba Gold Ages 50+ Zumba Gold adapts the traditional Zumba formula with modified moves and pacing to suit active older participants and beginners. This friendly and fun dance class combines salsa cardio and hip-hop, getting you moving to the music!

SilverSneakers® Stretching Ages 50+ Stretching classes are low impact and low intensity workout that will tone your muscles, increase your range of motion and flexibility. Participants will develop breathing techniques to compliment this resistance training workout.

SilverSneakers® Circuit Ages 50+ Cardiovascular exercise is the highlight of Silver Sneakers® Circuit. Featuring upper-body strength workout using hand weights, elastic tubing, ball with non-impact aerobic activity. A chair is available for support and easy head-to-toe stretching.

SilverSneakers® Classic Ages 50+ 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.

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UPCOMING EVENTS NOVEMBER Mini Day Camps (Redlands Y)

Nov. 1, 8, 11

Ages 5 – 14

Crochet Club

Nov. 6

All Ages

Aging with Grace Fair (at Redlands Y)

Nov. 7

Ages 18+

Doggy Pool Paw-looza

Nov. 9

All Ages

Veterans Day Parade

Nov. 11

All Ages

Community BBQ (Redlands Y)

Nov. 16

All Ages

Book Club Nov. 18 Ages 16+ Family Karaoke (Highland Y)

Nov. 21

All Ages

Parents Night Out (Highland Y)

Nov. 22

Ages 3 – 12

Chess Club Nov. 25 All Ages Thanksgiving Day Camp (All Locations)

Nov. 25 - 27, 29

Ages 5 – 14

Holiday Boutique & Pantry (Redlands Y)

Dec. 7 & 8

All Ages

Holiday Home Tour

Dec. 8

Ages 18+

Alzheimer’s Support Group

Dec. 11 Ages 18+

Toastmasters Public Speaking Club

Dec. 11

Ages 18+

Pickleball Tournament (Highland Y)

Dec. 13 & 14

Ages 8+

Christmas Parade (San Bernardino Y)

Dec. 14

All Ages

Live Music (San Bernardino Y)

Dec. 18

All Ages

Cookie Decorating Class

Dec. 19

All Ages

Winter Day Camp (All Locations)

Dec. 23 - Jan. 10

Ages 5 – 14

New Year’s Eve Camp (Camp Edwards)

Dec. 29 - Jan. 1

Grades 6-10

DECEMBER

These are just SOME of the events we’re offering this season!

Visit ymcaeastvalley.org and click “register” at the top right of our website, or visit the front desk at the Redlands YMCA to view a full list of events we’re currently offering.

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ROCK WALL • ZIP LINING • ARCHERY • DANCING • AND MORE Celebrate New Year’s Eve under the stars at YMCA’s Camp Edwards!

DEC 29 - JAN 1

FOR GRADES 6TH-10TH $300 YMCA Members $400 Non-Members $50 Non-Refundable Deposit

Financial Assistance is Available.

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