Melrose Spring 1 & 2 Programs

MELROSE FAMILY YMCA SPRING PROGRAM SESSIONS Session I: February 29 - April 17 Session II: April 25 - June 12

www.ymcametronorth.org

WELCOME REGISTRATION DATES Session I: February 29 - April 17 Member Registration: February 8 Non-Member Registration: February 18 Register ONLINE!

LOCATIONS

ymcametronorth.org

CHILD WATCH SERVICES

Main Street Facility

497 Main St., Melrose, MA 02176 Phone Number: 781-665-4360 Fax Number: 781-665-4491 Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 5:00am - 10:00pm Saturday & Sunday: 6:30am - 6:00pm Holiday Hours Memorial Day, May 30

Session II: April 25 - June 12 Member Registration: April 4 Non-Member Registration: April 14

5:00am - 2:00pm

Melrose Child Care Center

Member must remain on premises.

Discounted bulk passes are available.

Child Watch Services are limited to 2 hours a day per membership and are available at 497 Main Street. For more information email Jennifer Palladino at jpalladino@metronorthymca.org FREE for Family Members!

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 12:30pm Monday - Thursday: 4:30pm - 7:30pm Saturday: 7:45am - 12:30pm Individual Members: $3/hr per child - $5/hr siblings Non-Members: $5/hr per child - $7/hr siblings NAEYC Accredited Child Care!

106 Main St., Melrose, MA 02176 Phone Number: 781-665-8522 Fax Number: 781-665-0980

Hours of Operation Infant/Toddler/Preschool Care Monday - Friday: 6:30am - 6:00pm

Stoneham Child Care & Program Center

Hours of Operation Infant/Toddler/Preschool Care Monday - Friday: 6:30am - 6:00pm After School Care Monday - Friday: 2:00-6:00pm Vacation Programs: 8:00am-6:00pm

39 Pleasant St., Stoneham, MA 02180 Phone Number: 781-279-2002 Fax Number: 781-279-7576

CLOSURE POLICY It is the policy of the YMCA of Metro North to remain open during inclement weather.

Should the city or state declare an emergency, or the safety of our members and staff be in question, it may be necessary for the Y to close. If this is the case and fee based classes are canceled you will be offered a make up class at an alternate date. In the event of inclement weather or snow closings, please refer to our website, facebook & twitter for communication regarding our hours and programs.

WELCOME OUR MISSION

The YMCA of Metro North builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities by enriching the lives of all people in spirit, mind and body.

LEADERSHIP Katelyn Doherty, Branch Executive Director kdoherty@metronorthymca.org Ellen Casey, Branch Administrator ecasey@metronorthymca.org Ashley O’Donnell, Membership Director aodonnell@metronorthymca.org Nicholas Fitzgerald, Aquatics Director nfitzgerald@metronorthymca.org Olga Arnold, Regional Group Exercise Director oarnold@metronorthymca.org Bernadette Farrell, Health and Wellness Director bfarrell@metronorthymca.org Stephen Headley, Sports and Teen Director sheadley@metronorthymca.org Carlos De La Cruz, Facilities Director cdelacruz@metronorthymca.org Branden Lamarre, Regional Director of Facilities blamarre@metronorthymca.org

UPCOMING EVENTS PARENTS NIGHT OUT Your children will enjoy games and gym time while you enjoy a night out! Food and drinks will be served. Space is limited.

Sign-ups will NOT be taken after 5:00pm the Thursday before a PNO. Cancellations must be made by Thursday at 5:00pm or will result in a $20 cancellation fee.

Fees: $20 for first child with a family membership & $5 for each additional child Dates: Saturday, March 19

5:30- 8:30pm

Saturday, April 16 5:30- 8:30pm

Saturday, May 21 5:30- 8:30pm

KIDSTOCK! Date & Time TBD Celebrate Dr. Suess. Kidstock! brings it’s unique interactive theater experience to the YMCA. Come and join Kidstock’s Actor/ Educator for Dr. Seuss stories. Lessons of friendship and teamwork address issues of bullying, protecting the environment and making a difference with an active presentation of THE SNEETCHES, THE LORAX and HORTON HEARS A WHO. All in attendance will have the chance to be involved either by audience “call and response” or by volunteering to get “in on the act” as characters in a story. This event is FREE for members!

Please sign up at the Welcome Center.

PICTURES WITH THE EASTER BUNNY Friday, March 25 11:00am-12:00pm Come to the Y to have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny!

BENCH PRESS BANQUET Date & Time TBD Spend the cold winter months heating up the bench rack while training for this bench press competition. Open to men and women. $30 will get you warm-ups, 3 lifts to your 1RM, as well as food and drink for your recovery. All proceeds go to our Annual Campaign. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female lifters!

Please sign up at the Welcome Center.

ZUMBATHON Thursday, April 7 7:00-8:30pm Dance to your favorite Zumba dance party songs! Proceeds will benefit the Melrose YMCA’s “Growing Stronger Together” Campaign. Support a great cause!

Please sign up at the Welcome Center.

HEALTHY KIDS DAY Saturday, April 30 10:00-11:30am Celebrate a healthy and active lifestyle with fun games and activities at the Y!

UPCOMING EVENTS SUMMER CAMP REUNION EXPO Saturday, April 30 10:00 - 11:30am Come to the Melrose YMCA to meet the directors of the four Melrose Y Summer Camp Programs. Get your questions answered and pick up registration information and a sample of daily schedules and activities.

HEALTHY MELROSE

MELROSE FAMILY YMCA GOLF TOURNAMENT Monday, June 13 Join us for our 32nd Annual Melrose Family YMCA Golf Tournament at the Bellevue Golf Club in Melrose. The tournament will include 18 holes of golf, a cookout, dinner, auction, and prizes. All proceeds from the golf tournament will benefit the Melrose Family YMCA Annual Fund.

Saturday, May 7 10:00am-2:00pm The Healthy Melrose Fair is a yearly event begun in 2009 by a team of Melrose residents, educators, city leaders and health and fitness professionals.

This event is dedicated to improving the quality of life to Melrosians and surrounding communities. Come visit the Melrose Y table, participate in demonstrations, and discover healthy nutrition options at this fun family event!

METRO NORTH MOTHER’S DAY EVENT AT THE GYMNASTICS CENTER Friday, May 6 6:30-8:00pm Join us for a Mommy and Me event where you and your little one will enjoy an obstacle course, gym games and create a special arts and crafts project! This is a free event but registration is required.

Please sign up at the Welcome Center.

FATHER’S DAY FIELD DAY Saturday, June 18 11:00am - 12:00pm Celebrate Dad with some fun and games with the Melrose Y. Team-up for some relays, play games, enjoy bounce house fun and make Dad a t-shirt that shows how much you love him. This event is FREE for members!

Please sign up at the Welcome Center.

AQUATICS WATER FITNESS CLASSES Registration Required

WATER EXERCISE

HYDRO-PILATES

AQUATICS STRETCH

SWIM FIT

FREE for members!

Join us for a full body workout. A combination of cardio respiratory endurance, muscle conditioning and interval training. Registration is required.

Mon/Wed/Fri: 9:00-10:00am Tues/Thurs: 8:30-9:30am Monday: 7:30-8:30pm Non-Member: $85

FREE for members!

Promote functional endurance as well as musculoskeletal flexibility.

Mon/Wed: 1:00-2:00pm Tues/Thurs: 1:00-2:00pm Non-Member: $64

SENIOR GYM & SWIM “STAY FIT”

FREE for members!

Enjoy a workout in the gymnasium and then light aqua aerobics in the pool.

Tuesday: (light aerobics & weights) 12:00-2:00pm Thursday: (stretching & weights) 12:00-2:00pm Non-Member: $80

Enjoy the benefits of pilates and water exercise all at the same time. Recharge while increasing your core and muscular strength and flexibility.

Monday: 10:00-10:45am Wednesday: 10:00-10:45am Friday: 1:00-1:45pm Member: $25 Non-Member: $28

Workouts for triathletes and fitness swimmers. All levels are welcome.

Tues/Thurs: 9:30am-10:30am Member: $54 Non-Member: $80

AQUATICS YMCA of Metro North Swim Lessons What age is your child ?

6-18 Months 19-36

3-6

Months

Ages 6 &up

Years

parent /child 1

Can they swim horizontally , for half the pool without flotation?

parent /child 2

No

Are they comfortable in the Yes

water without a parent ?

No

Can they swim horizontally , for the entire pool without flotation or stopping to break?

Yes

parent/ child 3 Can they swim with flotation without an adult holding them?

No

Yes

No skippers

Can they front crawl with basic rotary breathing for 25 yards?

Are comfortable with backstroke & able to tread ?

Yes

No

Can they swim with flotation in a horizontal position and put their face under water?

No

Yes

Can they front crawl & back stroke for 50 yards? Can they swim 25 yards of side stroke?

Yes

Can they swim in a horizontal position for 10 feet without flotation?

No

No

Yes

Yes

No

Can they swim the width of the pool without flotation?

Yes

Pre– Team Fins Program Little Fins Ages 4-6

Swimmer can comfortably swim 25 yards for preschool and 50 yards for school age for both free style and back stroke. Swimmers can tread for one minute. Swimmers will be taught in a team format on stroke development of the major 4 strokes.

Jr. Fins Ages 7-9

Sr. Fins Ages 10-12

Not all lessons offered at each branch. Visit ymcametronorth.org to find your classes at our other locations!

AQUATICS PARENT/CHILD SWIM (6 months - 4 years)

Family Member: $40 Member: $70 Non-Member: $110

PARENT/ CHILD 1

(6-18 Months w/parent)

Parents learn water safety, holds and towing techniques that encourage basic kicking/pulling and water independence for children. Swim diaper must be worn. Class length is 30 minutes.

Monday: 10:00-10:30am Thursday: 10:30-11:00am Saturday: 9:00-9:30am Sunday: 9:00-9:30am

PARENT/ CHILD 2

(19 - 36 Months w/parent)

Toddlers are introduced to submerging, kicking and pulling combinations, floating and swimming without flotation. Swim diaper must be worn for children not potty trained. Class length is 30 minutes.

Monday: 10:45-11:15am Tuesday: 10:30-11:00am Saturday: 9:30-10:00am Sunday: 9:30-10:00am

PARENT/ CHILD 3 (3 - 4 years)

The final step in our Parent/Child series. In addition to beginner swimming, basic water adjustment and safety skills will also be introduced. In this class children learn to love the water and prepare to be independent to join our preschool swimming classes without an adult.

Monday: 11:15-11:45am Thursday: 11:00-11:30am Saturday: 10:00-10:30am Sunday: 10:00-10:30am

SKIPPERS (2.9-4 years)

This class will help transition students to being in a full Pike class. Parents are not required to be in the pool, though may join in to help with transition on instructors recommendation.

Wednesday: Thursday: Saturday: Sunday:

4:15-4:45pm 10:30-11:00am 10:30-11:00am 10:30-11:00am

AQUATICS PRESCHOOL SWIM (3-6 years)

Family Member: $50 Member: $90 Non-Member: $140

TREASURE HUNTERS

A swim class with a Pirate Treasure Hunt Theme!

Children will learn basic swim skills and pool safety while using maps and games to uncover clues that will lead to the hidden Pirate treasure.

This class is for swimmers at a Ray/Starfish ability level.

Monday: 4:15-4:55pm Wednesday: 3:30-4:10pm

PIKE

This class is for children who have little or no water experience or have a fear of the water.

Kicking, floating, reaching, shoulder bobbing and jumping are taught. Children will have a level 4 or fully inflated bubble.

Monday: 3:30-4:10pm Tuesday: 4:15-4:55pm Wednesday: 10:45-11:25am Wednesday: 3:30-4:10pm Thursday: 4:15-4:55pm Friday: 10:00-10:40am Saturday: 9:00-9:40am Saturday: 9:45-10:25am Saturday: 10:30-11:10am Sunday: 9:00-9:40am Sunday: 9:45-10:25am Sunday: 10:30-11:10am

EEL

Flotation based introduction to the major 4 swimming strokes. Class includes diving skills and opportunities to practice swimming without flotation. Prerequisite: Able to paddle independently, float on their back with a flotation device and put face under the water.

Children will have a level 3 bubble.

Monday: 3:30-4:10pm Tuesday: 4:15-4:55pm Wednesday: 3:30-4:10pm Thursday: 4:15-4:55pm Friday: 10:00-10:40am Friday: 10:45-11:25am Saturday: 9:00-9:40am Saturday: 9:45-10:25am

Sunday: Sunday: Sunday:

9:00-9:40am 9:45-10:25am 10:30-11:10am

RAY

Learn rotary breathing and improve stamina for swimming strokes. Class goal is to eliminate flotation completely and swim independently.

Swimmers bubbles should be no more than a level 2 bubble. Prerequisite: Able to swim 10 feet or more without flotation and fully submerge their head.

Monday: 3:30-4:10pm Tuesday: 4:15-4:55pm Wednesday: 10:45-11:25am Wednesday: 4:15-4:55pm Thursday: 4:15-4:55pm Friday: 10:45-11:25am Saturday: 9:00-9:40am Saturday: 9:45-10:25am Sunday: 9:00-9:40am Sunday: 9:45-10:25am

STAR FISH

Introduction to front crawl with alternating arm recovery, rhythmic breathing and combined stroke on back will be taught. Children can swim a length of the pool on their front and back at the end of this level. Prerequisite: Swimmer must be able to swim the width of 3 lanes without flotation.

Bubbles will not be allowed in this class.

Monday: 3:30-4:10pm Tuesday: 4:15-4:55pm Wednesday: 3:30-4:10pm Wednesday: 4:15-4:55pm Thursday: 4:15-4:55pm Saturday: 9:45-10:25am Sunday: 9:45-10:25am

AQUATICS YOUTH SWIM (6+ years)

Family Member: $50 Member: $90 Non-Member: $140 POLLIWOG

This class is for the child who has little or no experience. Jumping, bobbing, floating, kicking and gliding will be introduced, along with reaching, pulling and breathing control as the child becomes independent of the flotation devices. A bubble or noodle may be used for flotation.

Monday: 4:15-4:55pm Tuesday: 3:30-4:10pm Thursday: 3:30-4:10pm Saturday: 10:30-11:10am Saturday: 11:15-11:55am Sunday: 10:30-11:10am Sunday: 11:15-11:55am

GUPPY

Swimmers must swim half the length of the pool without assistance and submerge their face in the water to enter this class. They are introduced to the basics of the major four swim strokes in addition to rotary breathing.

Monday: 4:15-4:55pm Tuesday: 3:30-4:10pm Thursday: 3:30-4:10pm Saturday: 10:30-11:10am Saturday: 11:15-11:55am Sunday: 9:00-9:40am Sunday: 11:15-11:55am

MINNOW

Swimmers must swim 1 length of front crawl with rhythmic breathing and 1 length of backstroke to enter this class. The children refine the lead up strokes they have learned as their strokes become more developed.

Monday: 4:15-4:55pm Tuesday: 3:30-4:10pm Thursday: 3:30-4:10pm Saturday: 9:00-9:40am Saturday: 10:30-11:10am Saturday: 11:15-11:55am Sunday: 11:15-11:55am

PRE-TEAM FINS PROGRAM These classes are designed for swimmers who are interested in learning the skills needed for competitive swimming and taught in a team format. The focus of the Fins Swim Program will be on stroke development, technique, and racing starts and turns. Swimmers should be able to swim one length of the pool freestyle and backstroke with no assistance & tread for at least 1 minute.

Swimmers should own their own pair of flippers and goggles.

LITTLE FINS (4-6 years) Tuesday: Sunday:

3:30-4:10pm 11:15-11:55am

JR. FINS

(7-9 years) Monday: Saturday: Sunday:

3:30-4:10pm 11:15-11:55am 10:30-11:10am

SR. FINS

(10-12 years) Wednesday: 4:15-4:55pm Thursday: 3:30-4:10pm

SPLASH WEEK! FEBRUARY 15-19

YMCA Splash Week is a campaign to teach kids to be safe around the water. It will help kids overcome fears and give them a sense of pride and accomplishment. Each day will have a different theme.

Monday-Friday: 10:30-11:10am (3-5 years) Monday-Friday: 11:15-11:55am (6+ years) Members: Youth Members: Non-Members:

$40 $70 $100

AQUATICS ADULT SWIM ADULT BEGINNER SWIM LESSONS

(17+ years) Not much experience? Want to build your skills?

This is the place to start! Participants will become more confident in the water and learn the fundamentals of swimming and aquatic safety.

Sunday: 8:00-8:30am Members: $60 Non-Member: $90

ADULT SWIM STROKE DEVELOPMENT

(17+ years) Develop basic swim strokes and have the opportunity to try more advanced swim strokes in this class. It is recommended that participants have taken beginner swim lessons before enrolling.

Sunday: 8:30-9:00am Member: $60 Non-Member: $90

THE GREAT ESCAPE SWIM CHALLENGE

This is a fun, competitive 7 week game to raise funds for our “Growing Stronger Together” campaign which supports our community and ensures that no one is turned away from the Y! Choose either the competitive or recreation swim challenge. In the race option, challengers compete to be the first finisher in their chosen challenge level.

Choose your challenge!

Swim Alcatraz 3.25 miles Swim the Strait of Gibraltar 7.7 miles Swim the English Channel 21 miles Swim from Cuba to Florida 110 miles

For more information please contact Nick Fitzgerald at nfitzgerald@metronorthymca.org.

Challenge begins February 21st.

PRIVATE LESSONS Private lessons are a great way to learn to swim or improve stroke techniques. Each lesson lasts 30 minutes. To register, fill out a request form at the Welcome Center. You will be contacted when a slot becomes available.

PRIVATE SEMI-PRIVATE* 1 class: $40 1 class: $60 4 classes: $140 4 classes: $220 6 classes: $180 6 classes: $300 *Max 3 swimmers-fee is total for all swimmer.

LAP SWIM & OPEN SWIM FREE for Members! Lap swim is available for ages 14+. Open swim is available to all ages. During Family Swim, children must be accompanied by an adult. Children 6 and younger MUST be accompanied by a supervising adult in the water within arm’s reach. All participants ages 6+ must use gender appropriate locker rooms. For the most current Lap Swim and Family/Open Swim times visit www.ymcametronorth.org.

CERTIFICATION CLASSES LIFEGUARD TRAINING (15 + years)

Students will be trained in the nationally recognized Red Cross Lifeguard Course including CPR, First Aid, and AED. Certification is determined by successful completion of a comprehensive written exam and water test. Swimming skills are a prerequisite and attendance in all classes is mandatory. Participants must be at least 15 years old by the start of the session.

For more information contact nfitzgerald@metronorthymca.org.

April 18-22 Monday-Friday: 9:00-4:00pm Member: $300 Non-Member: $425

CPR/FIRST AID/AED Thursday, Feb. 4: 5:30-9:30pm Tuesday, March 15: 5:30-9:30pm Thursday, April 14 5:30-9:30pm Thursday, May12 5:30-9:30pm Members: $50 Non-Members: $75

CPR/FIRST AID/AED RECERTIFICATION Thursday, Feb. 25: 5:30-9:30pm Thursday, March 3: 5:30-9:30pm Tuesday, April 5: 5:30-9:30pm Thursday, May 19: 5:30-9:30pm Members: $50 Non-Members: $75 OXYGEN CERTIFICATION Tuesday, Feb. 9: 12:00-2:00pm Thursday, March 24: 5:30-7:30pm Thursday, April 28: 5:30-7:30pm Tuesday, May 31: 5:30-7:30pm Members: $100 Non-Members: $150

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT YOUTH SPORTS Family Member: Member: Non-Member:

$55 $80 $105

T-BALL LEAGUE SPRING II ONLY (3-5 years) If interested in volunteering as a coach, please contact Stephen Headley at sheadley@ metronorthymca.org. Outdoor field TBA. If outdoor games are rained out, there will be indoor games held at the Main Street Y between 10:00am-12:00pm.

Saturday: 10:00-11:00am Family Members: $90 Youth Members: $110 Non-Members: $155

HOP SKIP READ (1.5-3 years)

Run, hop, skip and jump through games that will develop gross motor skills. Class will finish each week with a story.

Monday: 9:00-9:30am

YOUTH SOCCER (3-5 years)

This class teaches basic fundamentals, teamwork, and fun with a ball at your feet.

Monday: 4:15–5:00pm Tuesday: 11:00-11:45am Friday: 11:00–11:45am

BASKETBALL FOR BEGINNERS (3-5 years)

Learn the basics of basketball such as dribbling, shooting and passing.

Monday: 11:00-11:45am Wednesday: 10:00–10:45am Thursday: 5:15-6:00pm Saturday: 8:00-8:45am

MINI ALL-STARS (3-5 years)

This class offers different sports and games each week.

Monday: 10:00–10:45am Wednesday: 11:00-11:45am Thursday: 4:15-5:00pm Saturday: 9:00-9:45am

GYM & SWIM (6-10 years)

Enjoy games in the gym for the first half of the class, and then the instructor will escort them to the pool for the second half of the class.

Thursday: 4:00-5:00pm

T- BALL (3-5 years)

Enjoy learning how to hit, field, throw and run the bases.

Thursday: 11:00–11:45am

TRACK & FIELD (3-5 years)

Help your child learn how to run, jump, throw and compete as we offer instruction and practice in the fundamentals of the sport.

Monday: 3:15-4:00pm Friday: 10:00–10:45am

YOUTH SOCCER II (6-7 years)

This class will reinforce basic soccer skills and teach more advanced skills.

Monday: 5:00-5:45pm Wednesday: 6:00-6:45pm

JUMP SHOTS (5-8 years)

The main focus of Jump Shots is to teach fun in the sport of basketball. Learn ball control, passing, shooting, and the general rules of the game.

Monday: 6:00-6:45pm Tuesday: 3:15-4:00pm Wednesday: 3:15–4:00pm

FLOOR HOCKEY (6-9 years)

Practice proper stick handling techniques, passing and shooting while learning the rules of the game.

Thursday: 3:00–3:45pm

LACROSSE (6-9 years)

Practice proper stick handling techniques, passing and shooting while learning the rules of the game.

Wednesday: 4:30-5:15pm

NERF BLASTERS (7-10 years)

Speed, accuracy and teamwork will be taught to improve fitness. Game is similar to paintball or laser tag.

Tuesday: 4:15-5:00pm

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT DODGEBALL SPRING I ONLY (7-10 years) NEW!!

Enjoy running, throwing and dodging while learning to work in a team setting. Fun is guaranteed!

Tuesday: 5:00-5:45pm

VOLLEYBALL SPRING II ONLY (7-10 years)

NEW!!

Learn the basics of the sport (bumping, setting and spiking) as we progress to play games!

Tuesday: 5:00-5:45pm

FREE for Members and the Community!

Join us as we introduce a fun and noncompetitive track team to the YMCA! It is designed to teach kids the basics of the sport and its many events. Kids will be exposed to a wide range of running events in categories such as the sprints, middle distance, long distance, and relays. Participants of this program will get the opportunity to run in each of our YMCA of Metro North 5K’s as well as getting the opportunity to be exposed to indoor track practices and meets!

Wednesday: 4:15-5:15pm

For more information please contact Steve Headley at sheadley@metornorthymca.org

TRACK CLUB (6-14 years)

YOUTH ENRICHMENT Family Member: $55 Member: $75 Non-Member: $100

ZUMBINI

Ages 0-3 years and their care-takers.

This innovative program from the people who brought you ZUMBA introduces music and dance to your youngest Zumba fan so they can learn, bond and grow in an upbeat musical environment.

Tuesday: 4:00-4:45pm Wednesday: 10:00-10:45am Family Member: $75 Youth Member: $90 Non-Member: $120

MESSY PLAY NEW! !(1.5-2 years)

Children will receive various supplies to allow for creative thinking and inspire their artistic skills.

Monday: 10:30–11:00am Tuesday: 9:30-10:00am Saturday: 9:00-9:30am

JR. PICASSO (3-5 years)

Different materials are used to make art. Parents are required to be present during class. Kids (and adults too) should bring their own clothing protection.

Tuesday: 10:30-11:00am

PRESCHOOL BOOKWORMS NEW! !

(3-5 years) In this program, your child will become immersed in a new story each week through the use of books. Activities utilizing art and science will revolve around the chosen story, and support the connection between each activity and our book of the week.

Monday: 9:30-10:00am Thursday: 9:45-10:15am

HOMEWORK ACHIEVERS (8-12 years)

Come to our club that will help you with your homework. We’ll make it fun and educational!

Monday: 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday: 4:00-5:00pm

HEALTHY LIVING FITNESS Family Member: Member: Non-Member:

$69 $86 $130

All prices for adult fitness classes unless otherwise noted.

INTENSATI

Train your body, mind and spirit with this powerfully invigorating practice that combines interval training, martial arts, aerobics and yoga with empowering mantras to increase cardiovascular endurance and develop coordination, stamina and balance. Train your mind and body! Suitable for all fitness levels.

Tuesday: 7:00-8:00pm

KETTLEBELL CLASS (SPRING 1 ONLY)

Get shredded with a whole body workout using Kettlebells. Work arms, shoulders, back, glutes, legs and core while developing stamina and flexibility.

Tuesday: 7:00–8:00am

PRENATAL YOGA

This class welcomes all fitness levels and stages of pregnancy. Please bring a pillow/blanket.

Thursday: 6:30-7:30pm

LIFT HEAVY, LOOK LEAN

Women only class that will teach strategies for getting cut and lean using free weights, barbells and dietary adjustments. Includes 2 workouts per week with certified Personal Trainers and 2 body composition measurements at the start and the end of the session (a $50 value).

Mon/Fri: 8:30–9:30am Mon/Fri: 9:30-10:30am Mon/Wed: 7:30-8:30pm Tues/Thurs: 7:30–8:30pm Family Member: $145 Adult Member: $189 Non-Member: $265

LIFT HEAVY, LOOK LEAN FOR MEN NEW!!

This class teaches strategies for getting cut and lean using free weights, barbells and dietary adjustments, but for MEN! Like the women’s class, it includes 2 workouts per week with Josh Brown, and InBody 230 body composition measurements at the start and the end of the session (a $50 value).

Mon/Wed: 6:30-7:30pm Family Member: $145 Adult Member: $189 Non-Member: $265

TREAD AND SHRED (SPRING 1 ONLY)

30 minutes of intense treadmill walking or running, followed by 45 minutes of strength training drills that focus on toning and sculpting.

Tuesday: 8:00-9:15am Wednesday: 9:00-10:15am Friday: 9:15-10:30am

TRIATHLON CLUB

Prepare for spring and summer triathlons with a like-minded group! Program will include weekly training assessments and one group workout per week.

Saturday: 8:00-8:55am

TRACK WORKOUTS (SPRING II ONLY)

Work out at Pine Banks to develop power, speed and stamina for the road race season this spring, summer and into the fall. Class meets once a week.

Wednesday: 12:30-1:15pm Thursday: 6:15- 7:00pm

SOCIAL DANCE

Spring I: March 3 - April 14 (no class April 7) Spring II: April 28 - June 2 Learn dances like the Fox-Trot, Waltz, Tango, Swing, and Salsa. *Fee is per person - please join with a partner Thursday: 7:30-8:30pm Family Member: $75 Adult Member: $90 Non-Member: $110

HEALTHY LIVING SENIOR GYM & SWIM “STAY FIT”

WUDANG TAI CHI & QIGONG

TAI CHI/ KUNG FU OPEN SESSION

Family Member: Adult Member: Non-Member:

FREE for members!

Enjoy a workout in the gymnasium and then light aqua aerobics in the pool.

Tues: (light aerobics & weights) 12:00-2:00pm Thurs: (stretching & weights) 12:00-2:00pm Non-Member: $80

Offering training in Tai Chi (Wudang style) and Kung Fu (Bai Long Quan and Wudang Internal).

For more information contact Paul/Rosalie DiCrescenzo at (617) 285-1178 Saturday: 12:00-2:00pm Family Member: $14 Adult Member: $17 Non-Member: $22 *Drop In class. Fee is per class.

This class is flowing and dynamic and utilizes both the external body and one’s inner energy.

All levels welcome. For more information contact Paul/Rosalie DiCrescenzo at (617) 285-1178 Tuesday: 7:15-8:45pm Saturday: 8:30-9:45am $76 $88 $129

SENIOR FITNESS CENTER HOURS

A trainer experienced in senior fitness will be on hand to orient seniors to the equipment, answer questions about exercise, fitness center etiquette, and general fitness so you get the most out of your workout.

Mon/Wed:

9:00-11:45am

LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA

LIVESTRONG at the Y is evidence based, informed program based on best practices for cancer survivors exercise. The goals of the program are to empower adult cancer survivors to improve functional capacity and to increase their quality of life through an organized program of fitness and strength offered in a supportive, small group setting.

For more information contact Bernadette Farrell at bfarrell@metronorthymca.org

GROUP EXERCISE FREE for Members!

Over 50 classes per week! Check out the schedule at www.ymcametronorth.org.

Introductory Group Exercise Classes are a great way for you and your friend to learn a class format in a slow paced, user Friendly environment. After attending an intro class you will be able to participate in a regularly scheduled class with confidence.

JUMP-START ORIENTATION FREE for Members!

All members receive 2 FREE appointments to learn how to use the fitness equipment.

Visit the Welcome Center to make an appointment.

Intro to Group Cycling March 5

10:45-11:45am

March 12

10:30-11:30am

March 19

10:30-11:30am

March 26

10:30–11:30am

Intro to TRX Training Intro to Yoga Intro to Zumba

ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE Mon/Wed: 7:00-10:00pm Member: $20 Non-Members: $97.50

HEALTHY LIVING

TEAM TRAINING CHALLENGE!!

April 25 - June 19

Get in shape for the summer with our resultsdriven 8 week program. Team up with other participants, a trainer and a nutritionist to bring your wellness to the next level! You and your teammates will be guided through an 8 week fitness and nutrition program that will be fun, motivating and challenging. If you are completely committed to making lifestyle changes, we encourage you to participate in this program regardless of your current fitness level!

• Teams will meet with their trainer twice weekly for an hour.

• Group nutrition lecture during the session.

PRIVATE YOGA Enjoy one-on-one or partner yoga instruction with your own yogi.

PERSONAL TRAINING Reach your wellness goals with the support and encouragement of our nationally certified personal trainers.

Individual Training 30 min 3 sessions: $126 6 sessions: $240 10 sessions: $380

60 min $171 $330 $530

Partner Training (per person) 60 min 3 sessions: $108 6 sessions: $204 10 sessions: $320

For more information, please contact Bernadette Farrell at bfarrell@metronorthymca.org.

• Pre and post fitness evaluations will be conducted to measure improvements in strength, cardio endurance and body composition.

• Prizes will be awarded for most improved team and individual!

Register by Wednesday, March 2: Member- $239 Non-Member- $339 Register by Monday, April 18: Member- $259 Non-Member- $359 Information Session: Wednesday, February 24 7:00pm Tuesday, March 29 7:00pm Nutrition Seminar: Sunday, April 24 6:00pm

MASSAGE To schedule your appointment please contact the Welcome Center at 781-665-4360.

30 min 60 min Family Member: $42 $52 Adult Member: $45

$60 Non-Member: $52 $68 Buy 12 massages between February 29th and May 21st and get the 13th FREE! See the Welcome Center for details!

NUTRITION COUNSELING NEW!!

Our Nutritional Therapy Consultant will cover lifestyle management issues including overcoming obstacles that impede weight loss and nutrition for peak metabolism function.

Be healthy to control your weight, not control your weight to be healthy.

Individual Counseling 60 min 3 sessions: $171 6 sessions: $330 10 sessions: $530

HEALTHY LIVING YOUTH & TEEN FITNESS Family Member: Member: Non-Member:

$59 $80 $120

All prices for youth & teen fitness classes unless otherwise noted.

ZUMBINI

Ages 0-3 years and their care-takers. This innovative program from the people who brought you ZUMBA introduces music and dance to your youngest Zumba fan so they can learn, bond and grow in an upbeat musical environment.

Tuesday: 4:00-4:45pm Wednesday: 10:00-10:45am Family Member: $75 Youth Member: $90 Non-Member: $120

HIP HOP FIT FOR KIDS (10 -15 years)

Have fun dancing to hip hop and Latin rhythms.

Wednesday: 3:00-3:45pm

TEEN BARRE (13–18 years)

The hottest trend in Fitness for Teens ONLY! Thursday: 3:00-3:45pm

INTRO TO YOUTH CYCLE (11-14 years)

Age appropriate instruction provided to get your child set-up on a bike properly for an intense cardio workout.

Wednesday: 4:00-4:45pm

TEEN YOGA (13-18 years)

Learn to connect movement to breath while improving your strength and flexibility.

Tuesday: 3:00-3:45pm

INTRO TO WEIGHT TRAINING

(11-14 years) This class is designed for youths interested in various forms of weight training including body building, weight lifting, power lifting and lifting for strength. Trainers will provide instruction on technique, progression and proper spotting.

Participants will learn how to lift safely, minimizing injury and maximizing results!

ONE DAY A WEEK. Monday: 3:00–4:00pm Wednesday: 3:00-4:00pm

KUNG FU FOR YOUNG DRAGONS

(8-13 years) Learn basic techniques and exercises, beginning level Kung Fu forms, some basic self-defense and applications.

Monday: 4:15-5:15pm Saturday: 10:15-11:15am Family Member: $64 Youth Member: $80 Non-Member: $118

YOUTH FITNESS CENTER HOURS

After school hours for youths aged 11–13 years. Fitness Staff will be prepared to orient youths to the equipment, answer questions about training and etiquette, and provide spots when needed.

Monday - Thursday: 2:30–4:30pm

FREE MEMBER FAMILY OPEN GYM

Members under 12 must be accompanied by a parent. Participants must bring their own basketballs. For a schedule of open gym times visit ymcametronorth.org.

FREE MEMBER FAMILY FITNESS TIME

Members ages 9-13 may workout in our Fitness Center. Must be accompanied by a parent/ guardian. We recommend youths receive a free fitness orientation to learn how to use the equipment. Fitness orientations are available throughout the week. Please see the Welcome Center desk to set up an appointment.

Friday: 5:00-10:00pm Saturday: 3:00-6:00pm Sunday: 3:00-6:00pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES MELROSE YMCA

497 Main Street, Melrose All parties include one hour of bouncing, swimming, or playing and a half hour in the party room.

POOL PARTY (all ages) Swimmers must pass a swim test to swim in the deep end. Two adults will need to remain with the party at all times. Maximum of 25 participants.

For more information contact Nick Fitzgerald at nfitzgerald@metronorthymca.org.

Member: $150 Youth Member: $175 Non-Member: $200

GYM PARTY (5+ years) Maximum of 20 participants.

For more information contact Stephen Headley at sheadley@metronorthymca.org.

Member: $150 Youth Member: $175 Non-Member: $200

BOUNCE HOUSE PARTY (5+ years) Maximum of 10 kids in the bounce house at once.

For more information contact Stephen Headley at sheadley@metronorthymca.org.

Member: $200 Youth Member: $225 Non-Member: $250

ZUMBA PARTY (7+ years) NEW!!

Zumba速 birthday party is the ultimate dance-fitness party for young Zumba速 fans, where they can dance it out and rock with friends to their own rules! A full hour of non-stop fun with dancing and games to Latin and International beats!

For more information contact Bernadette Farrell at bfarrell@metronorthymca.org Member: $225 Youth Member: $250 Non-Member: $275

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Everyone belongs at the Y, and we make every effort to ensure no one in the communities we serve is turned away because of financial limitation. For more information about confidential financial assistance, please call the Melrose Family YMCA at (781) 665-4360 or visit our Welcome Center for an application.

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Every day we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to be healthy, confident, connected and secure. The YMCA of Metro North provides over $1,000,000 in scholarship support to the people in our communities that need it most. Every gift makes a difference. Give today!

Donate today! www.ymcametronorth.org/give

COMMUNITY SUPPORT The Melrose Family YMCA collaborates with local causes and organizations that share our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility. Our employees and volunteers are proud to support: • Melrose Rotary • Melrose Chamber of Commerce • Healthy Melrose • Bread of Life • Hallmark Health • Melrose Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition • Stoneham Chamber • Victorian Fair • Melrose PTO

COMMON GROUND TEEN CENTER AT MELROSE Y 1st Friday of Month The Common Ground is open and FREE to all Melrose teens 12 years or older and is located at the Melrose Y. Qualified staff supervise the center and coordinate activities. The center offers a safe environment for teens to hang out with friends and provides billiards, ping pong, air hockey, video games, computers, and so much more. A full size gym is used for basketball, dodge ball, volleyball and other games. Each Common Ground night will feature a new theme and pizza will be provided!

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY The Melrose Family YMCA is committed to providing a safe environment for our members, employees and guests. Our staff is recruited, thoroughly vetted and receives extensive training.

The process includes: • Application with work history • Comprehensive interview process • Full background check with CORI & SORI and at least 3 reference checks • Training includes but is not limited to child abuse training, CPR, First Aid, behavior management, bully prevention, team building, service learning, and child development.

We work closely with law enforcement and other community outlets to always ensure the safety of our staff, volunteers & members.

Melrose Family YMCA

497 Main Street, Melrose, MA 02176 (781) 665-4360 FAX: (781) 665-4491 HOURS OF OPERATION Mon-Fri: 5:00am - 10:00pm Saturday & Sunday: 6:30am - 6:00pm ymcametronorth.org