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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ®
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILTY
SUMMER
COMES TO
LIFE
At the Merrimack Valley YMCA
2017 Summer I & II Program Guide
Summer I Session: June 26 - July 30 (5 Weeks)
Summer II Session: July 31 - August 27 (4 Weeks)*
*Andover/North Andover YMCA only
Summer Session: June 26-August 27 (9 Weeks)*
*Lawrence YMCA & Methuen YMCA
Registration Dates:
Family/Individual: May 28
Community: June 11

WELCOME TO THE
MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA
Every day the Y’s impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice,
when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for a
common good. As a 501(C) (3) volunteer-founded, volunteer-led organization
the intent is to foster social connectedness, strengthen support networks, and
encourage investment in our communities, which in turn serves to strengthen
the foundations of our community. This is all done at no cost to the neighboring
cities and towns thereby lessening the burdens of government.
Membership dues support everyday operations. However, the Merrimack
Valley YMCA endeavors to secure grants and conduct annual fundraising
campaigns and events, in order to provide financial assistance, charitable
services, and access to people of all income levels. The Merrimack Valley
YMCA provides millions of dollars each year in essential services and financial
assistance initiatives focused on youth development, healthy living and social
responsibility aligned with the unique and diverse needs of the communities
it engages. The Y’s activities have significantly enhanced public access to
fitness, health, educational enrichment and numerous other services; especially
among children, the disabled, the homeless, the needs associated with an aging
community and other at-risk populations.
The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected
and secure children, adults, families and communities.
Access/Membership Restrictions Policy
The protection of members and guests who are participating in programs or
are using YMCA facilities is of paramount concern to the staff of the Merrimack
Valley YMCA. Therefore, we reserve the right to deny access or membership to
any person who:
• is a registered sexual offender.
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of any crime involving sexual abuse.
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of any crime against persons such as
child, spousal, or parental abuse.
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of any offense relating to the sale or
transportation of illegal narcotic, habit forming, or dangerous drugs.
• is clearly under the influence of intoxicating beverages or behavior
modifying drugs.
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of a violent crime.
• engages in conduct that violates our code of conduct or YMCA values.
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SUMMER I & II 2017
SESSION DATES
Lawrence YMCA & Methuen YMCA
Summer Session: (9 Weeks)
June 26 - August 27
Andover/North Andover YMCA ONLY
Summer I Session: (5 Weeks)
June 26 - July 30
Summer II Session: (4 Weeks)
July 31 - August 27
REGISTRATION DATES
Family/Individual: May 28
Community: June 11
HOLIDAYS/CLOSURES
Monday, May 29
Memorial Day - Branches Closed
No Childcare
Tuesday, July 4
4th of July Day - Branches Closed
No Childcare
Monday, September 4
Labor Day - Branches Closed
No Childcare
STAY CONNECTED
Find us on:
Our Branches
Andover/North Andover YMCA
165 Haverhill Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-685-3541
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 5AM - 10PM
Friday
5AM - 9PM
Saturday
6AM - 8PM
Sunday
6AM - 8PM
Lawrence YMCA
40 Lawrence Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
978-686-6191
Hours:
Monday - Friday 5AM - 10PM
Saturday
5AM - 9PM
Sunday
6AM - 3PM
Methuen YMCA
129 Haverhill Street
Methuen, MA 01844
978-683-5266
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 6:30AM - 7:30PM*
Friday
6:30AM - 6:00PM*
Saturday
CLOSED*
Sunday
CLOSED*
*Hours vary based on programs
www.facebook.com/mvymca
twitter.com/MVYMCA
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or
in person at the Welcome Center.
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membership at the Me
Merrimack Valley YMCA Memberships
Merrimack Valley YMCA membership provides full access to the Y Group Exercise programs,
and Wellness Center (Age 9-12 with parent, 13+ can use alone) Ages 9-12+ must have
fitness orientation with adult/parent. Also, adult 18+ must be alongside minor while working
out at all times. Weight Room (13+). Ages 13-17 must have weight room orientation in
order to use room. Membership also includes guest privileges, free Child Watch (family
membership only), reduced rates on classes and use of the Lawrence and Methuen Ys.
Merrimack Valley YMCA Preschool Membership allows children ages six months to five years
to receive discounted class rates, guest privileges and use of Lawrence and Methuen Ys.
YMCA Code of Conduct
At the Merrimack Valley YMCA, we expect members, staff and guests to behave in accordance
with our mission and values, respecting the rights and dignity of others.
Household
Max. of 4 adults in same
household & dependents
Family 2
2 Adults & dependents
living in the same household
Family 1
1 Adult & dependents
living in the same household
Couples
2 adults in same household &
no dependents
Membership Rates
Merrimack Valley YMCA
Allows access to all three Branches
( )
Lawrence YMCA
Methuen YMCA
(
Access to Lawrence Y only) (
Access to Methuen Y only
$124/month
$65/month
__________
$95/month
$52.50/month
$30.00/month
$77/month
$36.50/month
$25.00/month
$85/month
$47.50/month
__________
)
Senior Citizen
65 Years and Over
$34/month
$19.50/month
$15.00/month
Adult
30-64 Years
$57/month
$30.50/month
$20.00/month
Young Adult
19-29 Years
$34/month
$23.50/month
$15.00/month
Teen
13-18 Years
Youth
6-12 Years
Preschool
6 Months-5 Years
$25/month $102/year $75.00/year
$19/month $84/year $75.00/year
$15/month $84/year $75.00/year
Joiner Fee: Joiner fee varies depending upon membership category and
branch. Joiner fee ranges from $25 - $100.
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imack Valley YMCA
As a member of our Y,
You Are Part of Something More.
Welcome to the Merrimack Valley YMCA, a nonprofit organization
dedicated to strengthening the community. With a focus on
developing the potential of kids, improving individual health and
well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors.
Parents find a safe, nurturing environment for their children to
stay active, be engaged and learn positive values.
Families come together to have fun and spend quality time with
each other.
Children and teens play, develop self-confidence and know they are
accepted.
Adults connect with friends, pursue interests and learn how to live
healthier.
People from all backgrounds and walks of life come together to
volunteer.
We all build relationships that further our sense of belonging and
purpose.
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A YMCA membership
Unlimited Membership at 3 YMCAs - The Y's fitness centers are packed with all
the latest cardio and strength training equipment. Whether you prefer running on
a treadmill, cycling beside a friend, reading while on an elliptical trainer, lifting free
weights or using strength training equipment, you can achieve your goals at the Y.
Free Get Started Coaching - New members and those who need a refresher get
a FREE Get Started session with a YMCA Wellness Coach. Our coaches help you
establish a workout plan and also teach you how to use the cardio and strength
training equipment. We'll also introduce you to group exercise and aquatics options.
Free Group Exercise Classes - As a benefit to our members, the Y offers tons of
FREE group exercise classes per week from Zumba to Yoga, Pilates, cycling, step,
bootcamp and more. You can find the perfect class at the Y.
Programs - From swim lessons for all ages to sports, dance, martial arts,
gymnastics and more, there's something for every interest at the Y. Members
receive up to 50% off fee-based classes.
Wellness Testing & Nutrition Consultations - The YMCA offers wellness testing
that gives you a baseline for tracking your progress toward your fitness goals.
Pools & Aquatic Programs - The Y’s indoor pools are the perfect place to swim
laps, take lessons, or splash around with family and friends. View our pool schedules
for the most updated calendar of lap and open swim hours. Certified lifeguards staff
our pools, and our swim lessons are taught by trained instructors.
My Y is Every Y - Members have access to most YMCAs in New England as part of
the My Y is Every Y program. Check with your Y for more details.
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is an amazing value:
AWAY Program - Your Y membership allows you access to YMCAs across the world
with the YMCA AWAY program.
Earn a FREE Month - Refer a friend to the Y, and when they join and stay for 90
days or more you’ll get a FREE month of membership. Submit a Member Referral form
to earn your free month!
Save up to $150 Every Year - Subscribers to BlueCross/BlueShield, Harvard Pilgrim,
Tufts, or Neighborhood Health are entitled to Insurer-To-Member fitness benefit reimbursement
that helps you save $150 up to every year. Ask your health insurance
provider for a reimbursement form today!
Free Babysitting –We’ll watch the kids while you work out (available at most of our
Ys)! This special benefit is available to Y family members.
Personal Training - Whether you want to lose weight or tone up, prepare for a
ski trip or train for an athletic event, YMCA personal training will get you results.
Register at the Member Services Desk or fill out a Personal Training Inquiry Form and
a Personal Trainer will contact you to set up an appointment.
Joining is easy
Schedule a tour or request membership
information. Visit your local Y branch to sign up.
We're open 7 days a week. Come in anytime and you
can begin your membership right away. No contracts
and money back guarantee.
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WELCOME TO THE MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA
•
Membership Means So Much More.
•
Program Fees, Credits, Refunds & Policies
• Program fees will not be prorated if signing up after the program commences
unless called off the waitlist.
• No refunds will be made unless the program or class is cancelled by the YMCA.
Credits will not be provided for participants who are unable to attend classes
due to a personal issue. The Merrimack Valley YMCA reserves the right to
cancel classes due to minimum enrollment requirements, in which case a credit
or refund may be issued.
• Before the session begins, an individual may cancel his/her class and request
a class credit. A credit voucher will be issued less a $5.00 nonrefundable
service charge. This type of cancellation will be issued only as a credit
voucher, not a refund voucher.
• After the first or second class, an individual may cancel their class; however,
they will be issued a credit voucher, less a $5.00 nonrefundable service charge
and the cost of one or two classes.
• Starting the third week of classes, a credit will not be issued if an individual
does not wish to participate. During the summer sessions, a credit will not
be issued after the first week of classes in an individual does not wish to
participate.
• If a member registers for a class and their credit card is refused, a check is
for the wrong amount, or no payment is included, we cannot secure a class.
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A BRIGHTER TOMORROW
STARTS TODAY
YMCA Child Care
Full-Day & Afterschool Available
Providing quality and affordable toddler,
preschool and afterschool childcare.
Now currently enrolling - Ages 15 months - 12 years
• Nationally accredited by NAEYC
• Provider of prestigious “Early Reading First” program
• Vouchers accepted and financial assistance available
Child Care
Hours as early as
7:00am & as late
as 6:30pm.
Check with your local
branch for times.
• FREE YMCA membership for children enrolled in the child care program
Andover/North Andover YMCA - 978-685-3541
Lawrence YMCA - 978-686-6190 • Methuen YMCA - 978-683-5266
Harry Lee Cole School - 978-685-3541
Limited transportation
available, check with
your local branch for
more information.
Register
Now!
www.mvymca.org
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IGNITING POTENTIAL
BUILDING CHARACTER
Teen Programs
Youth in Government
(Grades 9-12)
Choose the branch of the Massachusetts Youth in Government program that best fits your
interest: defend your bill in an effort to make it into a law in the Legislative Branch, participate in
a mock trial in the Judicial Branch, write a newspaper article or conduct a video interview in the
Press Corps or lobby to get your favorite bills passed into law in the Lobbyist Branch.
Email Claudia Soo Hoo at csoohoo@mvymca.org for more information.
Thursday 6:30PM & Some Weekends (Only during the school year)
Teen Achievers
(13 - 18 Years)
Family $FREE
Individual $FREE
Community $FREE
Teen Leadership Program.
Application process required.
Must meet commitments
throughout the year.
SEPTEMBER - JUNE
Thursdays
5:00PM
Starting Jan 2.
Leader’s Club
Family $FREE
Individual $FREE
Community $FREE
Take part in an amazing
opportunity for teens to
come together in leadership
training, community service
projects and other activities
including day trips, rallies,
special events, and a one
week leadership school at the
Silver Bay YMCA conference
center during the summer.
Check out your local branch
for times and days.
Adelante
(Grades 7 - 8)
FEE: Member 7th Graders FREE
8th Graders $10/week
Community 7th Graders FREE
8th Graders $10/week
A high school prep program for
excelling 7th and 8th graders
that have a desire to go to a
private, Catholic, or boarding
high school.
SEPTEMBER - MAY
T 4:30 - 6:30PM
W 4:30 - 5:30PM
TH 4:30 - 6:30PM
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JOIN US
WE’RE MAKING
A DIFFERENCE
YMCA Education & Training Programs
Stewards of Children (16+ Years)
Family FREE Individual FREE Community FREE
Stewards of Children is a two-hour online training designed to educate adults on how to
prevent, recognize and react responsibly to the reality of child sexual abuse.
Vist mvymca.org/stewards and click the link to take the training online.
Contact Anne Whalen at 978-683-5266 or at awhalen@mvymca.org for
more details.
CPR/AED & First Aid Training (14 + Years)
CPR/AED: Family $75 Individual $75 Community $105
CPR/AED & FA: Family $95 Individual $95 Community $125
We offer certification for CPR/AED and First Aid
for the community. Classes can also be
brought to locations in the community.
For CPR/AED & First Aid times and
days please visit our website at
www.mvymca.org/CPR
For more information on these
trainings, please contact
Cara Green at 978-685-3541
or at cgreen@mvymca.org.
Register for programs online at
mvymca.org or
in person at the Welcome Center.
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Hurricane SWIMMING
(For ages 6-18 Years)
HURRICANE
SWIMMING
Hurricane Swimming is a USA and
YMCA age group swim club. We
compete in local, regional and
National level meets. We offer novice,
intermediate and senior level training groups where we emphasize stroke
technique, goal setting and personal growth through swimming. Parent
volunteerism is required at all meets.
ANA YMCA
Many of our swimmers participate year-round, but we do offer opportunities
for seasonal swimming. Our Short Course season begins in early September
and continues through Mid-March. Our Long Course season begins in April
and continues through early August.
Tryouts are held in August or September each year. There will also be
individual tryouts between March and June as needed. Swimmers ages 9-18
who have working knowledge of the four competitive strokes and diving are
welcome to try out. Swimmers 6-8 years old must be proficient in freestyle,
backstroke and diving in order to try out.
For more information please contact Head Coach and Director of Hurricane
Swimming, Dan Reilly at (978) 685-3541 or dreilly@mvymca.org. For tryout
and additional information, please visit our team website:
www.anahurricanes.org.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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ANA synchro
(Synchronized Swim Team 6-19 Years)
Join New England’s top synchronized swimming team!
ANA Synchro is the competitive synchronized swimming
team of the Merrimack Valley YMCA. The team embraces
the Y core values of caring, honesty, respect
and responsibility to provide a positive
and character building youth sports
experience. The team is open to ages 6
to 19, while offering multiple levels of
instruction and competition.
Synchronized swimming combines music,
dance and swimming into “the ultimate
team sport.” Through the artistry and
athletics of synchronized swimming and
team competition, athletes build lifelong
friendships and skills while developing the
confidence to dream big and pursue their
goals.
The season begins in September and concludes
in June with opportunities to join throughout the
year.
The team competes locally in New England and
travels to regional, zone, and national
championship meets.
Highlights of the season
include our annual show enjoyed
by family and friends, and our team banquet.
For more information contact:
Head Coach & Director of ANA Synchro,
Leah Pinette at 978-685-3541 ext.
142 or at lpinette@mvymca.org.
For additional information, please visit our team website:
www.anasynchro.org
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Making Memories that
Last a Lifetime
YMCA SUMMER CAMPS
• Camp Lawrence for Boys & Camp Nokomis for Girls
For more than 100 years, our resident camps, located on Winnipesaukee’s Bear Island, have
been providing an enriching, fun, and safe experience for youth from 8 to 16 years old.
The girls and boys choose their own schedules from a wide range of athletic, creative, and
instructional activities.
• Day Camp Otter
Day Camp Otter, located on Captain’s Pond in Salem NH, is a scenic, daytime get-away for
boys and girls, ages 6 to 13. Along with the weekly themes, Otter days are filled with all-camp
activities and includes daily transportation throughout the Merrimack Valley and Southern
New Hampshire.
• Road Rangers Travel Day Camp
Our travel camps create opportunities for campers ages 10 to 14, to get involved in a
particular activity that is of interest to them. Each of the weeks will involve
themed day trips that are fun, challenging,
and adventure-filled learning experiences.
• Family Camp
Family Camp is the perfect blend of
organized, structured activities and
time to do whatever it is you want.
Throughout the day you can decide
if you want to go fishing, hiking,
sailing, swimming, waterskiing, do
arts and crafts, conquer the ropes
course, and more.
For more information about
the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s
summer camps call us at 978-975-1330,
email us at campinfo@mvymca.org, or
visit our website
at http://camp.mvymca.org.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Diabetes Prevention:
Big Rewards, Small Steps
The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program is a community-based
lifestyle improvement program for adults with pre-diabetes. Its purpose
is to empower adults with lasting lifestyle changes that will improve
their overall health and reduce their chance of developing Type II
diabetes.
Currently, diabetes affects nearly 26 million people. Another 79 million
have pre-diabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes.
Research by the National Institute of Health has shown that programs
like the YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program reduce the number of new
cases of diabetes by 58% overall and 71% in individuals over age 60.
For more information please visit
www.mvymca.org/YDPP or contact
Cara Green
Health & Wellness Director
Andover/North Andover YMCA
165 Haverhill Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-685-3541
cgreen@mvymca.org
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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LIVESTRONG ® AT THE YMCA
LIVESTRONG ® at the YMCA is a free 12-week small group Fitness &
Wellness program for adult cancer survivors, family members and caregivers.
You do not have to be a YMCA member to participate. Space is limited for
each session, to allow for a low LIVESTRONG at the YMCA instructorto-participant
ratio. The program is available to adult cancer survivors
18-years +.
To register, please contact:
Nicole Bennett
nbennett@mvymca.org or
visit our website at mvymca.org.
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During an Active Science session, your child will:
• Participate in meaningful play with peers
• Increase their moderate-to-vigorous physical
activity level
• Wear a physical activity monitor to track their activity
• Engage in fun, STEM-based learning initiatives on
a tablet
Who can participate in Active Science:
• Any child in the Kindergarten - 5th grade can participate!
, promoting physical activity and
STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math)
learning in our children.
For Class dates & times see page 32.
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SUPPORTING HEALTHY
OUTCOMES:
MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA Corporate Wellness
Through the YMCA Corporate Wellness
Program, the Merrimack Valley YMCA provides
an innovative and comprehensive worksite
wellness solution to corporations and
businesses interested in finding ways to reduce
rising healthcare costs, increase employee
productivity, and increase recruitment potential.
The Merrimack Valley YMCA provides state-ofthe-art
programs to help employees develop
and maintain healthy lifestyles. Services include
flexible and adaptive onsite wellness center management, with an array of health promotion
programs (such as nutrition, weight management, stress reduction, smoking cessation, and
ergonomics), health risk assessments, health fairs, and more.
The Merrimack Valley YMCA’s wide variety of corporate fitness and wellness programs
are tailored to the needs of each individual company, business or organization. Through
cutting-edge knowledge of health and fitness, professional staff members, and innovative
programs, the YMCA remains an important resource in the community and provides a high
level quality of programs that support the entire workforce and impact community health.
“The Merrimack Valley YMCA is happy to partner with worldwide corporations such as
Philips, Inc. and Pfizer, Inc. to ensure local employees have access to comprehensive
wellness programs. Through our corporate wellness programs, we hope to make the healthy
choice the easy choice in all of the places people live and work.” - James Kapelson, VP
Membership Development and Marketing, Merrimack Valley YMCA. For more information
email, jkapelson@mvymca.org.
The following are some of the organizations
with whom the Merrimack Valley YMCA
established Corporate Wellness
Programs:
• Lawrence General Hospital
• New Balance
• Pfizer
• Philips
• Watts Water Technologies
• Mary Immaculate
• Internet & Telephone
• Putnam Investments
• Merrimack College
• Northern Essex Community College
• BrightView
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Relax
Renew
Rejuvenate
MIND - BODY - SPIRIT
Promoting Healthy Eating and Physical Activity
Women’s Wellness Weekend
At Merrimack Valley YMCA Camp Nokomis
Merrimack Valley YMCA Camp Nokomis rests amidst 50 acres on Lake Winnipesaukee, Bear
Island, accessible only by boat. The exceptional facilities include tennis courts, athletic
fields, nature trails, yoga and dance studio, and a sandy beach with relaxing lounge chairs.
Join us August 25 - 27, 2017
for the Women’s Wellness Weekend on Lake Winnipesaukee
From Friday 2:00AM to Sunday 10:00AM
Enjoy laughter, friendship, fun and relaxation during this weekend of women enjoying
the company of other women. Immerse yourself in activities to replenish the mind, body
and spirit. Past activities range from:
• Yoga for all levels
• Swimming
• Farm to Table Eating
• Tennis
• Dancing on the
• Meditation
• Paddleboarding
waterfront/in the lodge
• Zumba
• Ziplining
• Kayaking
• Essential oils /Smoothies
• Twilight Lake Cruise workshops
• Canoeing
• And More!
Enjoy time for yourself or connect with old and new friends.
• Take a quiet walk among the pines • Cruise the lake • Gather around the fire
• Nap in the warm August sunshine • Canoe or kayak on the lake
All inclusive weekend includes food, lodging, classes, and workshops.
$250 YMCA Nokomis Alumnae Rate
$250 Merrimack Valley YMCA Member Rate (or any YMCA Member)
- or - $300 Community Rate
($25 Comfy linen service)
For more information and to register please visit:
www.mvymca.org/Womens-Wellness-Weekend or email clandry@mvymca.org
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Andover/
north Andover
YMCA
Table of Contents
aquatics ...................................................23
• Swim Lessons
• Swim Teams
ARTS...........................................................29
• Arts & Crafts Programs
Dance..........................................................30
• Ballet
• Hip Hop
• Life Guard Training
• Adult Swim & Water Exercise
• Jazz/Lyrical
• Tap
Gymnastics.................................................31
• Parent/Child Gymnastics
• Preschool Gymnastics
• Beginner Gymnastics
• Intermediate Gymnastics
Health & wellness........................................32
• Training & Fitness Programs
• Group Exercise Classes
personal training......................................33
SPECIAL INTEREST....................................34-35
• Play Groups
• Robotics
• Cooking Classes
• Parents’ Night Out
• Parties Rentals
SPorts...................................................35-36
• Sports Medley
• Sports Starter
• Summer YBL
• Basketball Skills & Drills
• Active Science
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Soccer
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Register
Early Spring
for programs
2016 MERRIMACK
online at mvymca.org
VALLEY YMCA
or in person at the Welcome Center.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
SUMMER
SOCCER CLINIC
Summer 2017
Haverhill High School Girls Varsity Soccer
Coaches Fred Tarbox & Bill Tarbox
GET IN
THE GAME
WHEN:
July 8 - August 19, 2017
Grades:
K - 4
Cost (Grades K- 4):
Member $85 Community $105
Tarbox
When: August 7-11
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Soccer
Where: Pike School
34 Sunset Rock Road, Andover, MA 01810
Who: Girls and Boys of all levels. Ages 5-13
Cost: $175/one week $20 sibling discount
• All players will receive a clinic t-shirt
• Mid-morning cookies and lemonade will be provided
What to bring: Water, Soccer Ball, Shin Pads, Cleats, Sneakers, Appropriate Clothing, Sunscreen
Program: Ages 5 - 7
Warm Ups
Getting to Know the Ball
Ball Control
Skills Stations
Basic Goal-Keeping Instruction
Small Sided Games
Tarbox Phone: 978-681-1837
Ages 8 - 13
Warm Ups & Conditioning
Techniques & Moves
Possession, Passing, & Tactics
Attacking & Defending
Shooting
Small Sided Games
Full Time Goal Keeping
Email: tarboxsoccer@gmail.com
Summer Youth Basketball League
at the Andover/North Andover YMCA
Register online at www.mvymca.org
or at our Welcome Center.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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All family and household memberships are eligible to
register for up to one free program per child! Choose from
an expanded list of specially marked programs within the
following categories at the Andover/North Andover YMCA
only*:
ARTS
GYMNASTICS
Sports
In addition to all of these great free programs, all members,
regardless of their home branch, can take advantage of
exclusive member pricing for fee-based programs (e.g. swim
lessons and YBL) at any one of the three branches...anytime.
Members are guaranteed the best prices...always.
For more information please contact the Welcome Center at
978-685-3541.
*Free programs limited to availability based on program size.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Aquatics
Lesson Selector
WHAT AGE GROUP DOES THE STUDENT FALL INTO?
6 months–3 years
PARENT* & CHILD:
STAGES A–B
3 years–5 years
PRESCHOOL:
STAGES 1–4
5 years–12 years
SCHOOL AGE:
STAGES 1–6
12+ years
TEEN & ADULT:
STAGES 1–6
All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.
WHICH STAGE IS THE STUDENT READY FOR?
Can the student respond to verbal cues and
jump on land?
NOT YET
A / WATER
DISCOVERY
Is the student comfortable working with an
instructor without a parent in the water?
NOT YET
B / WATER
EXPLORATION
Will the student go underwater voluntarily?
NOT YET
1 / WATER
ACCLIMATION
Can the student do a front and back float
on his or her own?
NOT YET
2 / WATER
MOVEMENT
Can the student swim 10 -15 yards on his
or her front and back?
NOT YET
3 / WATER
STAMINA
Can the student swim 15 yards of front and
back crawl?
NOT YET
4 / STROKE
INTRODUCTION
Can the student swim front crawl, back
crawl, and breaststroke across the pool?
NOT YET
5 / STROKE
DEVELOPMENT
Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl,
and breaststroke across the pool and back?
NOT YET
6 / STROKE
MECHANICS
*At the Y, we know families take a variety of forms. As a result, we define Parent broadly to include all adults with primary
responsibility for raising children, including biological parents, adoptive parents, guardians, stepparents, grandparents, or
any other type of parenting relationship.
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Program Overview
SWIM STARTERS
Parent* & child lessons
SWIM STROKES
Skills to support a healthy lifestyle
SWIM BASICS (Safety Around Water)
Recommended skills for all to have
around water
PATHWAYS
Specialized tracks
Parents Parents work
accompany with their
children in children to
this stage, explore body
which positions,
introduces floating,
infants and blowing
toddlers to bubbles, and
the aquatic fundamental
environment safety skills.
through
exploration
and
encourages
them to enjoy
themselves
while learning
about the
water.
Increases
comfort with
underwater
exploration
and
introduces
basic selfrescue
skills
performed
with
assistance.
Encourages
forward
movement
in water and
basic selfrescue
skills
performed
independently.
Develops
intermediate
self-rescue
skills
performed
at longer
distances
than in
previous
stages.
Introduces
basic stroke
technique in
front crawl
and reinforces
water safety
through
treading
water and
elementary
backstroke.
Introduces
breaststroke
and
butterfly and
reinforces
water safety
through
treading
water and
sidestroke.
Refines
stroke
techique on
all major
competitive
strokes and
encourages
swimming
as part of
a healthy
lifestyle.
Outcomes
Outcomes
Outcomes
Outcomes
Accompanied by a
parent, infants and
toddlers learn to be
comfortable in the
water and develop swim
readiness skills through
fun and confidencebuilding
experiences,
while parents learn
about water safety,
drowning prevention,
and the importance of
supervision.
Students learn personal water
safety and achieve basic swimming
competency by learning two
benchmark skills:
- Swim, float, swim—sequencing
front glide, roll, back float, roll,
front glide, and exit
- Jump, push, turn, grab
Having mastered the fundamentals,
students learn additional water safety
skills and build stroke technique,
developing skills that prevent chronic
disease, increase social-emotional
and cognitive well-being, and foster a
lifetime of physical activity.
Students build
confidence,
cultivate their
passion, and
stay active
through
specialized
tracks.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Aquatics
SUMMER i & ii pRICING:
SUMMER I (5 Weeks)
Family Individual Community
Parent Child $46 $70 $112.50
Preschool (1x week) $46 $70 $112.50
Preschool (2x week) $78 $165
Youth (1x week) $51.50 $77.50 $142
Youth (2x week) $88.75 $115 $250
PreTeam $51.50 $77.50 $142
Adult $51.50 $77.50 $142
SUMMER II (4 Weeks)
Family Individual Community
Parent Child $37 $56.50 $90
Preschool (1x week) $37 $56.50
Preschool (2x week) $62.50 $132
Youth (1x week) $41 $62 $113.50
Youth (2x week) $71 $92 $200
PreTeam $41 $62 $113.50
Adult $41 $62 $113.50
All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.
Swim Starters
Swim Basics
A
Water
Discovery
B
Water
Exploration
1
Water
Acclimation
Swim Stages
Blow bubbles - on surface,
assisted
Front tow - chin in water,
assisted
Water exit - parent & child
together
Water entry - parent &
child together
Back float - assisted, head
on shoulder
Roll - assisted
Front float - chin in water,
assisted
Back tow - assisted, head
on shoulder
Wall grab - assisted
Blow bubbles - mouth &
nose submerged, assisted
Front tow - blow bubbles,
assisted
Water exit - assisted
Water entry - assisted
Back float - assisted, head
on chest
Roll - assisted
Front float - blow bubbles,
assisted
Back tow - assisted, head
on chest
Monkey crawl - assisted, on
edge, 5 ft.
Submerge - bob
independently
Front glide - assisted, to
wall, 5 ft.
Water exit - independently
Jump, push, turn, grab -
assisted
Back float - assisted,
10 secs., recover
independently
Roll - assisted
Front float - assisted,
10 secs., recover
independently
Back glide - assisted, at
wall, 5 ft.
Swim, float, swim -
assisted, 10 ft.
Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times
Parent/Child
6mo -3 years
30 mins
M 9:00AM
W 6:00PM
TH 6:00PM
SAT 8:00AM
SAT 9:10AM
SAT 12:05PM
M 9:35AM
W 6:35PM
TH 6:35PM
SAT 10:55AM
SAT 8:35AM
SAT 12:40PM
Preschool
3 - 5 years
30 mins
School Age
5- 12 years
45 mins
TEEN/AULT
16+ years
M 10:00AM, 10:35AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM,
6:00PM
T 9:45AM 10:20AM 1:00PM,
3:45PM, 4:20PM, 6:00PM
W 3:45PM, 4:20PM
TH 1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM
F 9:45AM, 10:20AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM
M 3:45PM, 4:35PM
T 3:45PM, 4:35PM
W 4:30PM, 5:25PM
F 3:45PM, 4:35PM
SAT 9:45AM, 10:35AM,
11:20AM, 12:10PM
M 8:00PM
T 8:00PM
F 9:45AM
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AGE Chart:
6 months - 3 years
Parent & child:
Stages A & B
3 years -5 years
preschool:
Stages 1-4
30 Minute Lessons 30 Minute Lessons
5 years -12 years
12+ years
school Age:
teen & adult:
Stages 1-4
Stages 1-6
45 Minute Lessons 45 Minute Lessons
All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.
Swim Basics
Swim Strokes
2
Water
Movement
3
Water
Stamina
4
Stroke
Introduction
5
Stroke
Development
6
Stroke
Mechanics
Submerge - look at object
on bottom
Front glide - 10 ft. (5
ft. preschool) Water exit
independently
Jump, push, turn, grab
Back float - 20 secs. (10
secs. preschool)
Roll
Front float - 20 secs. (10
secs. preschool)
Back glide - 10 ft. (5 ft.
preschool)
Tread water - 10 secs.,
near wall, & exit
Swim, float, swim - 5 yd.
Submerge- retrieve object
in chest-deep water
Swim on front - 15 yd. (10
yd. preschool)
Water exit - independently
Jump, swim, turn, swim,
grab - 10 yd.
Swim on back - 15 yd. (10
yd. preschool)
Roll
Tread water - 1 min. & exit
(30 secs. preschool)
Swim, float, swim - 25 yd.
(15 yd. preschool)
Endurance - any stroke
or combination of strokes,
25 yd.
Front crawl - rotary
breathing, 15 yd.
Back crawl - 15 yd.
Dive - sitting
Resting stroke -
elementary backstroke,
15 yd.
Tread water - scissor &
whip kick, 1 min.
Breaststroke - kick, 5 yd.
Butterfly - kick, 15 yd.
Endurance - any stroke
or combination of
strokes, 50 yd.
Front crawl - bent-arm
recovery, 25 yd.
Back crawl - pull, 25 yd.
Dive - kneeling
Resting stroke -
sidestroke, 25 yd.
Tread water - scissor &
whip kick, 2 mins.
Breaststroke - 25 yd.
Butterfly - simultaneous
arm action & kick, 15 yd.
Endurance - any stroke
or combination of strokes,
150 yd.
Front craw l- flip turn,
50 yd.
Back crawl - pull & flip
turn, 50 yd.
Dive - standing
Resting stroke -
elementary backstroke or
sidestroke, 50 yd.
Tread water - retrieve
object off bottom, tread
1 min.
Breaststroke - open
turn, 50 yd.
Butterfly - 25 yd.
Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times
M 10:00AM, 10:35AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM,
6:00PM
T 9:45AM 10:20AM
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM,
6:00PM
W 3:45PM, 4:20PM
TH 1:00PM, 3:45PM,
4:20PM
F 9:45AM, 10:20AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM
M 10:00AM, 10:35AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM,
6:00PM
T 9:45AM 10:20AM
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM,
6:00PM
W 3:45PM, 4:20PM
TH 1:00PM, 3:45PM,
4:20PM
F 9:45AM, 10:20AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM
M 10:00AM, 10:35AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM,
6:00PM
T 9:45AM 10:20AM
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM,
6:00PM
W 3:45PM, 4:20PM
TH 1:00PM, 3:45PM,
4:20PM
F 9:45AM, 10:20AM,
1:00PM, 3:45PM, 4:20PM
M 3:45PM, 4:35PM
T 3:45PM, 4:35PM
W 4:30PM, 5:25PM
F 3:45PM, 4:35PM
SAT 9:45AM, 10:35AM,
11:20AM, 12:10PM
M 3:45PM, 4:35PM
T 3:45PM, 4:35PM
W 4:30PM, 5:25PM
F 3:45PM, 4:35PM
SAT 9:45AM, 10:35AM,
11:20AM, 12:10PM
M 3:45PM, 4:35PM
T 3:45PM, 4:35PM
W 4:30PM, 5:25PM
F 3:45PM, 4:35PM
SAT 9:45AM, 10:35AM,
11:20AM, 12:10PM
M 3:45PM, 4:35PM
T 3:45PM, 4:35PM
W 4:30PM, 5:25PM
F 3:45PM, 4:35PM
SAT 9:45AM, 10:35AM,
11:20AM, 12:10PM
M 3:45PM, 4:35PM
T 3:45PM, 4:35PM
W 4:30PM, 5:25PM
F 3:45PM, 4:35PM
SAT 9:45AM, 10:35AM,
11:20AM, 12:10PM
M 8:00PM
T 8:00PM
F 9:45AM
M 8:00PM
T 8:00PM
F 9:45AM
M 8:00PM
T 8:00PM
F 9:45AM
M 8:00PM
T 8:00PM
F 9:45AM
M 8:00PM
T 8:00PM
F 9:45AM
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Aquatics
Private Swim Lessons (Ages 3+)
Family $128 Individual $156 Community $205
Individualized swim instruction. Fee includes four
30 minute swim lessons. Semi-private lessons
available as well. Up to four participants of similar
swim ability. Please contact Kelley O’Hara,
Aquatics Director at kohara@mvymca.org for
more details.
SyncHro splash (6-12 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $170 Individual $200
Community $260
SUMMER II: Family $195 Individual $230
Community $297
Non-Competitive Synchronized Swimming Class.
Class meets twice a week.
Prerequisites: If you like swimming, gymnastics
and dance and would like to learn something new,
come try the exciting Olympic sport, synchronized
swimming. Interested swimmers will learn basic
synchro skills, including sculling and body positions.
Must be able to swim 25 yards front crawl stroke,
as well as be comfortable going underwater. No
Synchro experience is necessary.
For more details please contact the director at
978-685-3541 ext. 142 or lpinette@mvymca.org.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T 4:15 - 5:00PM Summer I & II
TH 4:15 - 5:00PM Summer I & II
ANA Synchro Half Day Camp (7-15 Years)
FEE: $275 for full week
Synchronized swimming half day camp for kids who
love swimming, gymnastics and dance. The camp
will be held at the outdoor pool of The Brooks
School (1160 Great Pond Rd. North Andover,
MA) from August 21st – August 25th, 7:30am –
12:00pm. Beginners with strong swimming skills
and athletes with synchro experience welcome. For
more information contact Head Coach & Director of
ANA Synchro Leah Pinette at 978-685-3541 ext
142 or at lpinette@mvymca.org.
DAYS TIMES DATES
M - F 7:30AM - 12:00PM 8/21-8/25
ANA Synchro
(Synchronized Swim Team 6-19 Years)
New England’s #1 synchronized swimming team.
ANA Synchro is the competitive synchronized
swimming team of the YMCA’s Andover/North
Andover Branch. Synchronized swimming
combines music, dance and swimming into “the
ultimate team sport.” Through the artistry and
athletics of synchronized swimming and team
competition, girls build lifelong friendships and
skills while developing the confidence to dream
big and pursue their goals. The team embraces
the Y core values of caring, honestly, respect
and responsibility to provide a positive and
character-building youth sports experience.
The team is open to girls ages 6 to 19, while
offering multiple levels of instruction and
competition. For more information contact
Head Coach & Director of ANA Synchro Leah
Pinette at 978-685-3541 ext 142 or at
lpinette@mvymca.org.
SEPTEMBER - JUNE
Hurricane Swimming (6-18 Years)
Hurricane Swimming is a USA and YMCA age
group swim club. We compete in local, regional
and national level meets. We offer novice,
intermediate and senior level training groups
where we emphasize stroke technique, goal
setting and personal growth through swimming.
Parent volunteerism is required at all meets.
Many of our swimmers participate year-round,
but we do offer opportunities for seasonal
swimming. Our Short Course season begins in
early September and continues through mid-
March. Our Long Course season begins in April
and continues through early-August.
Tryout dates & times For fall 2017*
August 14 & 16 6-7PM or 7-8PM (ANA)
August 17 & 18 6-7PM or 7-8PM (LAW)
September 5 & 7 6-7PM or 7-8PM (LAW)
September 6 & 8 6-7PM or 7-8PM (ANA)
*Swimmers need to attend only 1 session.
No appointment necessary.
Swimmers ages 9-18 who have working
knowledge of the four competitive strokes
and diving are welcome to try out. Swimmers
6-8 years old must be proficient in freestyle,
backstroke and diving in order to try out.
For more information please contact Head
Coach and Director of Hurricane Swimming,
Dan Reilly at (978) 685-3541 or
dreilly@mvymca.org.
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Aquatics
Pre Team (8-14 Years)
SUMMER I & II: Family $72 Individual $108.50
Community $199
We will work on competitive stroke technique,
start & turns and endurance. Swimmers must
be able to swim 200 yards continuously and
have a strong freestyle & back stroke with an
understanding of breast stroke and butterfly.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T 5:15 - 5:55PM Spring I & II
TH 3:45 - 4:25PM Spring I & II
SAT 9:00 - 9:40AM Spring I & II
SAT 11:15 - 11:55AM Spring I & II
SUN 11:30 - 12:10PM Spring I & II
Lifeguard Training (15+ Years)
American Red Cross Training (includes CPR, AED
and Oxygen Administration Certs.)
Please check our website for the most current
class information.
YMCA Lifeguard Course
(You Must be 16 to take this course) Pool
Family $250 Individual $250 Community $350
The YMCA Lifeguard course trains participants
to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatics
emergencies and to provide care for breathing and
cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses
until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel
take over. To complete the course participants must
pass the entry exam, attend all lessons and pass
the final written and practical exams. The Lifeguard
course is approximately 26 hours long. Upon
completion of this course participants will receive
a YMCA certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/
AED valid for 2 years. For more information about
this module please contact Kelley at
kohara@mvymca.org.
Learn To Lap (18+ Years)
SUMMER I & II: YMCA Members $FREE
A FREE class to teach lap swim etiquette,
improve technique and goal setting.
Master’s Swim Team (19+ Years)
SUMMER I & II: Family/Senior $FREE
Individual $FREE Community $150
Team members must be YMCA members. Members
should be able to swim 500 continuous yards.
For more information contact the Andover/North
Andover YMCA at 978-685-3541.
DAYS
TIMES
M/W 8:00 - 9:00PM Andover
SUN 6:00 - 8:00PM Andover
Water Exercise Classes
Water Exercise classes are free and available for
YMCA members on a first come first served basis.
No advance registration required. When coming
into the Y before a scheduled class, members
must sign in to the class registration list located
at the Welcome Center in order to confirm their
attendance and reserve their spot for that day.
Water Exercise classes run year round with no
session breaks.
Aquacize
Aquacize is a water-based exercise class that
focuses on aerobics, muscle strengthening and
flexibility. All classes held in the Teaching Pool.
DAYS
M
T
T
T
W
TH
TH
F
TIMES
8:15 - 8:55AM
8:00 - 8:40AM
9:00 - 9:40AM
7:15 - 7:55PM
8:15 - 8:55AM
8:00 - 8:40AM
7:15 - 7:55PM
8:15 - 8:55AM
DAYS TIMES SESSION
SAT 6:30 - 7:45AM Spring I & II
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Aquatics
ARTS
Arthritis Foundation Program
This program follows the guidelines put forth
by the National Arthritis Foundation to help
participants increase mobility and flexibility.
All classes held in the teaching pool.
DAYS
W
F
TIMES
9:00 - 9:40AM
9:00 - 9:40AM
Intense H20
A challenging shallow water cardio and strength
class. All classes held in the teaching pool.
DAYS
M
W
TIMES
7:15 - 7:55PM
7:15 - 7:55PM
Aqua Zumba
Low Impact water fitness version of
traditional Zumba. Class held in the
teaching pool.
DAYS
TH
TIMES
9:00 - 9:40AM
Water Walking
A non-impact aerobic workout in the deep
end of the Lap Pool. Please bring your own
water belt to class.
DAYS
M
W
F
TIMES
9:00 - 9:40AM
9:00 - 9:40AM
9:00 - 9:40AM
Exploring art (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $62* Individual $72
Community $108
SUMMER II: Family $72* Individual $72
Community $126
Kids will get creative and have fun with a new
craft every week!
DAYS TIMES SESSION
SAT 11:00 - 11:45AM Summer I & II
STEMTASTIC (7-10 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $69 Individual $69
Community $140
SUMMER II: Family $55 Individual $55
Community $110
Capture kids attention through fun and easy
experiments.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T 11:15- 12:15PM Summer I & II
Activities in Art (6-10 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $60* Individual $60
Community $120
SUMMER II: Family $48* Individual $48
Community $100
Explore clay, paint, pastels, shaving cream and
more!
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 4:00 - 4:45PM Summer I & II
SAT 10:00 -10:45AM Summer I & II
Senior Aqua (65+ years)
A water exercise class based on the
conditioning needs of participants over
age 65.
DAYS
M
W
TIMES
7:30 - 8:10AM
7:30 - 8:10AM
* Limit 1 Free program per child in the family or household
membership category. Additional programs will be priced
at individual member fee. Discounts must be done inhouse.
Not available online!
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Dance
Mini-Dancers (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $25 Individual $25
Community $50
SUMMER II: Family $20 Individual $20
Community $40
Creative Movement and intro to basic ballet
technique.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
SAT 10:30-11:00AM Summer I & II
preschool ballet (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $25 Individual $25
Community $50
SUMMER II: Family $20 Individual $20
Community $40
Introduction to beginning ballet technique.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
SAT 11:15-11:45AM Summer I & II
preschool Ballet/tap (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $40 Individual $40
Community $80
SUMMER II: Family $32 Individual $32
Community $64
An introduction to movement, rhythm, and basic
ballet/tap technique.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 4:00 - 4:45PM Summer I & II
F 11:00-11:45AM Summer I & II
beginner jazz/lyrical (5+ Years)
SUMMER I: Family $45 Individual $45
Community $90
SUMMER II: Family $36 Individual $36
Community $72
Children will learn the basics of jazz & Lyrical dance
technique.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
TH 4:30-5:15PM Summer I & II
Preschool Hip Hop (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $25 Individual $25
Community $50
SUMMER II: Family $20 Individual $20
Community $40
An introduction to this fun dance style for
preschoolers.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 3:30 - 4:00PM Summer I & II
Beginner Hip Hop (6+ Years)
SUMMER I: Family $45 Individual $45
Community $90
SUMMER II: Family $36 Individual $36
Community $72
An introduction to this fun dance style.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 4:15 - 5:00PM Summer I & II
Ballet I (6+ Years)
SUMMER I: Family $45 Individual $45
Community $90
SUMMER II: Family $36 Individual $36
Community $72
Students will learn classical ballet techniques.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T 4:00 - 5:00PM Summer I & II
DRESS CODE
Solid colored leotard and
pink tights. Ballet slippers,
jazz shoes and tap shoes.
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GYMNASTICS
Parent/Child Gymnastics (1-3 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $40* Individual $40
Community $80
SUMMER II: Family $32* Individual $32
Community $65
Parent/Child class with a focus on gymnastics.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
F 9:00 - 9:35AM Summer I & II
F 9:45 - 10:20AM Summer I & II
preschool gymnastics I (3-4 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $45* Individual $45
Community $90
SUMMER II: Family $40* Individual $40
Community $80
This is the first preschool physical class
without parental/guardian participation. Class
is structured around personal interaction and
basic gymnastic skills.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 3:30 - 4:00PM Summer I & II
TH 9:30 - 10:00AM Summer I & II
preschool gymnastics II (4-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $45* Individual $45
Community $90
SUMMER II: Family $40* Individual $40
Community $80
Children will learn basic gymnastics skills,
focusing on flexibility, balance, and endurance.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T 6:15 - 6:45PM Summer I & II
TH 10:15 - 10:45AM Summer I & II
Beginner gymnastics (6+ Years)
SUMMER I: Family $50* Individual $50
Community $100
SUMMER II: Family $40* Individual $40
Community $80
Introduction to gymnastics for boys and girls.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 4:15-5:00PM Summer I & II
T 4:00 - 4:45PM Summer I & II
F 10:30-11:15AM Summer I
Intermediate gymnastics (7+ Years)
SUMMER I: Family $50* Individual $50
Community $100
SUMMER II: Family $40* Individual $40
Community $80
This class reviews the basic beginner gymnastics
skills and progresses to more advanced skills
on beam and floor. Emphasis will be on technique
and form.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 5:15 - 6:15PM Summer I & II
T 5:00 - 6:00PM Summer I & II
DRESS CODE
Girls: Leotard or leggings with
a fitted top. Hair pulled back,
please.
Boys: Shorts or sweatpants
and a t-shirt.
No baggy or loose
fitting clothes
* Limit 1 Free program per child in the family or household membership category. Additional programs will be priced at
individual member fee. Discounts must be done in-house. Not available online!
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HEALTH &
WELLNESS
Active Science (6-11Years)
SUMMER I: Family $45 Individual $55
Community $90
SUMMER II: Family $35 Individual $45
Community $70
In Active Science, children wear devices to track
their exercise data while engaging in fun games
and activities. That data becaomes part of brief
interactive lessons focused in science, technology,
engineering and math (STEM).
DAYS TIMES SESSION
W 4:00 - 5:00PM Summer I & II
SAT 9:00 - 10:00AM Summer I & II
Agility & Speed Training (11-14Years)
SUMMER I: Family $50 Individual $60
Community $100
SUMMER II: Family $40 Individual $50
Community $80
Let our certified coaches help you adopt the values,
disciplines, and techniques that will build your
performance potential.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
W 6:30 - 7:30PM Summer I & II
SAT 8:00 - 9:00AM Summer I & II
Group Exercise Classes
Group Exercise Classes are free
for all Y members.
As a benefit to our members, we offer a large variety
of over 80 FREE classes per week including Spinning,
Zumba, Kickboxing, Barre, TRX, Insanity, Yoga and
more!
Times and days of classes varies, please visit our
website or our Welcome Center for the most current
schedule. Pre-registration for Group Exercise classes
is recommended to guarantee a spot in class, but not
mandatory. Members are admitted into class in the
following order:
1. Registered members
2. Waitlisted registered members
3. Walk-ins (not pre-registered).
Members will not be admitted into class 10 minutes
after class start time. Participants must be 16+
without an adult present and 13 accompanied by an
adult in the same class.
Contact Nicole Bennett at
nbennett@mvymca.org with any questions.
Senior Exercise Class (65+ Years)
Gym
SUMMER I: Family $Free Individual $Free
Community $50
SUMMER II: Family $Free Individual $Free
Community $40
Join a great group of adults who enjoy staying
active and having fun. Perform basic moves
and routines designed to improve your balance,
coordination, strength, stamina, posture, and
flexibility. Exercise in an environment where you
are encouraged to focus on what you can do
and build from there. Bring a mat and a pillow
or towel if you are able to participate in floor
exercises.
*There are extra mats if you forget yours.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T & TH 8:15 - 9:00AM Summer I & II
SMALL
GROUP
TRAINING
Interested in losing weight, getting
stronger, increasing endurance and toning
up? Want the benefit of working with
a personal trainer combined with the
motivation of working with a group? Sign
up for Small Group Training for a more
affordable alternative to Personal Training.
Member Fees:
1 Class Pass: $20
5 Class Pass: $75
10 Class Pass: $130
Non-Member Fees:
1 Class Pass: $30
5 Class Pass: $100
10 Class Pass: $150
For more information or for
scheduling contact:
Mike DeMellia
mdemellia@mvymca.org
978-685-3541 ext. 146
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Personal
training
1 hour Personal Training (13+ Years)
Intro Special:
Three-1 hour session for $99
includes one Inbody test
Family $184/month Individual $184/month
Community $264/month
(1 Day/Week for 3/Months)
Family $336/month Individual $336/month
Community $496/month
(2 Days/Week for 3/Months)
1/2 Hour Personal Training (13+ Years)
Family $108/month Individual $108/month
Community $180/month (1 Day/Week)
Family $208/month Individual $208/month
Community $304/month (2 Days/Week)
Semi Private Training (2-4 people)
Family $72/month per person
Individual $72/month per person
Community $112/month per person
(1 Day/Week)
Family $144/month per person
Individual $144/month per person
Community $224/month per person
(2 Days/Week)
GET STARTED
1 hour Personal Training (13+ Years)
• Free Fitness Orientation for new and
existing members
• Body Fat and Weight Analysis
• Goal Planning Consultation with
Fitness Professional
• Injury prevention advice
• Measure current skeletal muscle mass
Why take the InBody Test?
• Understand your weight
• Set your goals
The InBody Test
• Measure your strength
• Manage your fat
• Monitor your water
• Track your progress
Small group Training (5-12 people)
Members: One Class Pass $20
Pack of 5 $75
Pack of 10 $130
Non Members: One Class Pass $30
Pack of 5 $100
Pack of 10 $150
For more information on
this program or to schedule
an appointment contact
Mike DeMellia at
978.685.3541 ext 146 or at
mdemellia@mvymca.org.
For class schedule or for more info
contact Mike DeMellia at
mdemellia@mvymca.org.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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SPECIAL
INTEREST
Preschool Play Group (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $70 Individual $70
Community $140
SUMMER II: Family $56 Individual $56
Community $112
Kids experience free-play, structured games
and do a simple craft; snack & story provided.
Parents’ Night Out (5+ Years)
SUMMER I & II: Family $10 Individual $10
Community $25
Kids play in the gymnasium, do a fun craft, have
dinner, a light snack and more while parents
enjoy the night out. Minimum 48 hour advance
registration required.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M or W 9:30 - 11:00AM Summer I & II
COMING SOON
Becoming a Chef (5-7 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $75 Individual $75
Community $150
SUMMER II: Family $60 Individual $60
Community $120
Kids will have fun trying a new recipe each week!
DAYS TIMES SESSION
W 10:00-11:15AM Summer I & II
M or W 4:00-5:30PM Summer I
COMING SOON
Food and Fun (6-10 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $95 Individual $95
Community $180
SUMMER II: Family $76 Individual $76
Community $150
Kids will do some tumbling or sports in the gym,
then head to the kitchen for a healthy snack.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T 9:30-11:00AM Summer I & II
Summer Cooking Series (14-17 Years)
FEE: Member $265 Community $365
Week 1: A week in Nonna’s Kitchen -July
31-August 3
We’ll make some yummy Italian eats in this
adventure!
Week 2: Chopped at the Y - August 7-10
Create your own recipes, and taste them all!
Week 3: Farm to Fork - August 7-10
Using fresh, locally grown produce, we’ll cook
up a menu of yummy treats!
COMING SOON
DAY DATE TIMES SESSION
SAT 6/17 5:00 - 7:45PM Summer I & II
SAT 7/22 5:00 - 7:45PM Summer I & II
SAT 8/19 5:00 - 7:45PM Summer I & II
Robotics (8-13 Years)
Our newest program will teach youth to design,
build, and operate robots in a variety of challenges.
Our robot kits will allow kids ages 8-13 to
experiment with different types and designs in an
attempt to solve several challenges, including headto-head
competitions and obstacle courses. This
program is a great way to increase knowledge of
science, technology, engineering and mathematics
(S.T.E.M.), which is becoming more and more
necessary for young adults entering college and the
workforce. Plus, you get to build robots!
DAYS TIMES SESSION
SAT 11:00-12:00PM Summer I & II
Nutrition Workshops
FEE: Member $25 Community $40
Sports Nutrition for Teen Athletes – this
workshop will focus on eating whole, healthy foods
specifically for young athletes.
Parent workshop – “Raising Mindful Eaters”
DAYS DATE TIME SESSION
T 6/20 10:15AM
Raising Mindful
Eating
M 8/21 7:00PM
Sports Nutrition
for Teen Athletes
AGES TIMES SESSION
7-10 12:30-2:30PM Summer I & II
11-13 4:30-6:30PM Summer I & II
Register for programs online at mvymca.
org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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SPECIAL
INTEREST
parties
To schedule a party or to find out more
information, contact Maria Furnari, Youth
& Families Program Director, at
mfurnari@mvymca.org; or 978-685-3541
X110.
Teaching/Lap Pool parties (All Ages)
FEE: Member $225 Community $300
Enjoy 50 minutes of swim in one of our pools,
followed by one hour in a party room. A Party
host will guide you through your day, and assist
with transitions.
Dance Party (All Ages)
FEE: Member $225 Community $300
Get moving to the music! 45 minutes in the
Studio, followed by one hour in a party room.
14 guests maximum. A Party host will guide you
through your day, and assist with transitions.
Cooking Party (All Ages)
FEE: Member $275 Community $325
Come celebrate your special day whipping up a
delicious concoction with friends. 8 guests max.
A Party host will guide you through your day, and
assist with transitions.
Sports
Preschool sports starter (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $35* Individual $35
Community $70
SUMMER II: Family $28* Individual $28
Community $56
An introduction to traditional and non traditional
sports, a different sport is introduced each week.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 9:30-10:00AM Summer I & II
W 10:45-11:15AM Summer I & II
TH 5:00-5:30PM Summer I & II
Preschool sports medley (3-5 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $50* Individual $50
Community $100
SUMMER II: Family $40* Individual $40
Community $80
Half hour of a sport and half hour of gymnastics.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
W 9:30-10:30AM Summer I & II
BASKETBALL SKILLS (5-10 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $35* Individual $35
Community $70
SUMMER I: Family $30* Individual $30
Community $60
Geared for a variety of skill levels, focus is on
skill development and fun!
DAY TIMES Ages SESSION
W 3:30 - 4:10PM 5-7 Summer I & II
W 4:20 - 5:00PM 7-10 Summer I & II
Playground Fun (5-9 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $35* Individual $35
Community $70
SUMMER I: Family $30* Individual $30
Community $60
A variety of sports introduced with emphasis on
fun and learning new skills.
Register for programs online at mvymca.
org or in person at the Welcome Center.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
M 10:15-11:00AM Summer I & II
TH 4:00 - 4:45PM Summer I & II
* Limit 1 Free program per child in the family or household membership
category. Additional programs will be priced at individual member fee.
Discounts must be done in-house. Not available online!
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Sports
Basic Tennis (7-12 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $35* Individual $35
Community $70
SUMMER II: Family $28* Individual $8
Community $56
Basic tennis skills to get started in this fun game.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
S 9:00 - 9:45AM Summer I & II
S 10:00 - 10:45AM Summer I & II
Volleyball I (10-13 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $50* Individual $50
Community $100
SUMMER II: Family $45* Individual $45
Community $90
Join this beginner class to learn volleyball basics!
This class will help you develop basic skills
through group instruction and scrimmages.
DAYS TIMES SESSION
T 10:00 - 10:45AM Summer I & II
Volleyball II (13-16 Years)
SUMMER I: Family $50* Individual $50
Community $100
SUMMER II: Family $45* Individual $45
Community $90
This class will help you develop basic skills
through group instruction and scrimmages.
Coach Brian will help you build your skills in
this intermediate class! Brian is a coach at Dig
Deep in Nashua NH, and Volleyball Unlimited in
Biddeford, ME
DAYS TIMES SESSION
TH 5:45 - 6:45PM Summer I & II
SUMMER
SOCCER
CLINIC
Summer 2017
Haverhill High School Girls Varsity Soccer
Coaches Fred Tarbox & Bill Tarbox
When: August 7-11
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Pike School
34 Sunset Rock Road, Andover, MA 01810
Who: Girls and Boys of all levels. Ages 5-13
Cost: $175/one week $20 sibling discount
• All players will receive a clinic t-shirt
• Mid-morning cookies and lemonade will be provided
What to bring: Water, Soccer Ball, Shin Pads, Cleats,
Sneakers, Appropriate Clothing, Sunscreen
Program: Ages 5 - 7
Ages 8 - 13
Warm Ups
Warm Ups &
Getting to Know the Ball Conditioning
Ball Control
Techniques & Moves
Skills Stations
Possession, Passing,
Basic Goal-Keeping & Tactics
Instruction
Attacking & Defending
Small Sided Games Shooting
Small Sided Games
Full Time Goal Keeping
Phone: 978-681-1837
Email: tarboxsoccer@gmail.com
Tarbox
GET IN
THE GAME
Summer Youth Basketball League
at the Andover/North Andover YMCA
WHEN:
July 8 - August 19, 2017
Grades:
K - 4
Soccer
* Limit 1 Free program per child in the family or household
membership category. Additional programs will be priced
at individual member fee. Discounts must be done
in-house. Not available online!
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Cost (Grades K- 4):
Member $85
Community $105
Register online at
www.mvymca.org or at our
Welcome Center.

Lawrence
YMCA
English version
Table of Contents
aquatics ...........................................39-43
• Swim Lessons • Swim Lessons Instructor Classes
ARTS..........................................................43
• Dance
• Visual Arts
Health & wellness.....................................44
• New Group Exercise Classes Coming Soon
Music Club House................................44-45
• Instrument Lessons
• Vocal Lessons
• Open Mic Nights
• Recording
• Workshops
personal training...................................46
special interest........................................46
• Party Rentals
sports.....................................................47
• Basketball Skills & Drills
• Basketball Boot Camp
• Sports Medley Programs
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
COming in September
Youth Flag
Football
League
For boys & girls grades K-6 th
MOre information
coming soon
Lawrence YMCA
FAMILY FESTIVAL
at Camp Otter
July 22, 2017
9:00AM - 4:00PM • $5/Person or $20/Family
Come join us for a day of family fun at Camp Otter. Enjoy swimming,
canoeing, kayaking, rowing, water relays, games, arts & carfts,
challenge course, basketball, volleyball, capture the flag, face painting,
music/DJ, a bouncy house and much more!
RSVP by July 12th to Carlota Castillo at ccastillo@mvymca.org.
COming in December
Youth
Basketball
League
For boys & girls grades Pre K-8 th
MOre information
coming in the Fall
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Aquatics
Lesson Selector
WHAT AGE GROUP DOES THE STUDENT FALL INTO?
6 months–3 years
PARENT* & CHILD:
STAGES A–B
3 years–5 years
PRESCHOOL:
STAGES 1–4
5 years–12 years
SCHOOL AGE:
STAGES 1–6
12+ years
TEEN & ADULT:
STAGES 1–6
All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.
WHICH STAGE IS THE STUDENT READY FOR?
Can the student respond to verbal cues and
jump on land?
NOT YET
A / WATER
DISCOVERY
Is the student comfortable working with an
instructor without a parent in the water?
NOT YET
B / WATER
EXPLORATION
Will the student go underwater voluntarily?
NOT YET
1 / WATER
ACCLIMATION
Can the student do a front and back float
on his or her own?
NOT YET
2 / WATER
MOVEMENT
Can the student swim 10 -15 yards on his
or her front and back?
NOT YET
3 / WATER
STAMINA
Can the student swim 15 yards of front and
back crawl?
NOT YET
4 / STROKE
INTRODUCTION
Can the student swim front crawl, back
crawl, and breaststroke across the pool?
NOT YET
5 / STROKE
DEVELOPMENT
Can the student swim front crawl, back crawl,
and breaststroke across the pool and back?
NOT YET
6 / STROKE
MECHANICS
*At the Y, We know families take a variety of forms. As a result, we define Parent broadly to include all adults with primary
responsibility for raising children, including biological parents, adoptive parents, guardians, stepparents, grandparents, or
any other type of parenting relationship.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Aquatics
Program Overview
SWIM STARTERS
Parent* & child lessons
SWIM STROKES
Skills to support a healthy lifestyle
SWIM BASICS (Safety Around Water)
Recommended skills for all to have
around water
PATHWAYS
Specialized tracks
Parents Parents work
accompany with their
children in children to
this stage, explore body
which positions,
introduces floating,
infants and blowing
toddlers to bubbles, and
the aquatic fundamental
environment safety skills.
through
exploration
and
encourages
them to enjoy
themselves
while learning
about the
water.
Increases
comfort with
underwater
exploration
and
introduces
basic selfrescue
skills
performed
with
assistance.
Encourages
forward
movement
in water and
basic selfrescue
skills
performed
independently.
Develops
intermediate
self-rescue
skills
performed
at longer
distances
than in
previous
stages.
Introduces
basic stroke
technique in
front crawl
and reinforces
water safety
through
treading
water and
elementary
backstroke.
Introduces
breaststroke
and
butterfly and
reinforces
water safety
through
treading
water and
sidestroke.
Refines
stroke
techique on
all major
competitive
strokes and
encourages
swimming
as part of
a healthy
lifestyle.
Outcomes
Outcomes
Outcomes
Outcomes
Accompanied by a
parent, infants and
toddlers learn to be
comfortable in the
water and develop swim
readiness skills through
fun and confidencebuilding
experiences,
while parents learn
about water safety,
drowning prevention,
and the importance of
supervision.
Students learn personal water
safety and achieve basic swimming
competency by learning two
benchmark skills:
- Swim, float, swim—sequencing
front glide, roll, back float, roll,
front glide, and exit
- Jump, push, turn, grab
Having mastered the fundamentals,
students learn additional water safety
skills and build stroke technique,
developing skills that prevent chronic
disease, increase social-emotional
and cognitive well-being, and foster a
lifetime of physical activity.
Students build
confidence,
cultivate their
passion, and
stay active
through
specialized
tracks.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Aquatics
AGE Chart:
sPRING i & ii
pRICING:
6 months - 3 years
Parent & child:
Stages A & B
3 years -5 years
preschool:
Stages 1-4
30 Minute Lessons 30 Minute Lessons
Family $35
Individual $45
Community $65
Family $35
Individual $45
Community $65
All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.
Swim Starters
Swim Basics
A
Water
Discovery
B
Water
Exploration
1
Water
Acclimation
Swim Stages
Blow bubbles - on surface,
assisted
Front tow - chin in water,
assisted
Water exit - parent & child
together
Water entry - parent &
child together
Back float - assisted, head
on shoulder
Roll - assisted
Front float - chin in water,
assisted
Back tow - assisted, head
on shoulder
Wall grab - assisted
Blow bubbles - mouth &
nose submerged, assisted
Front tow - blow bubbles,
assisted
Water exit - assisted
Water entry - assisted
Back float - assisted, head
on chest
Roll - assisted
Front float - blow bubbles,
assisted
Back tow - assisted, head
on chest
Monkey crawl - assisted, on
edge, 5 ft.
Submerge - bob
independently
Front glide - assisted, to
wall, 5 ft.
Water exit - independently
Jump, push, turn, grab -
assisted
Back float - assisted,
10 secs., recover
independently
Roll - assisted
Front float - assisted,
10 secs., recover
independently
Back glide - assisted, at
wall, 5 ft.
Swim, float, swim -
assisted, 10 ft.
Parent/Child
6mo -3 years
30 mins
Preschool
3 - 5 years
30 mins
School Age
5- 12 years
45 mins
Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times
SAT 8:45AM
SAT 9:20AM
W 4:45PM
F 5:40PM
SAT 10:00AM
SAT 10:40AM
W 5:20PM
F 4:45PM
SAT 10:40AM
SAT 11:15AM
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Aquatics
AGE Chart:
sPRING i & ii
pRICING:
5 years -12 years
school Age:
Stages 1-4
45 Minute Lessons
Family $35
Individual $45
Community $65
All age groups are taught the same skills but divided according to their developmental milestones.
Swim Basics
Swim Strokes
2
Water
Movement
3
Water
Stamina
4
Stroke
Introduction
5
Stroke
Development
6
Stroke
Mechanics
Submerge - look at
object on bottom
Front glide - 10 ft. (5
ft. preschool) Water exit
independently
Jump, push, turn, grab
Back float - 20 secs.
(10 secs. preschool)
Roll
Front float - 20 secs.
(10 secs. preschool)
Back glide - 10 ft. (5 ft.
preschool)
Tread water - 10 secs.,
near wall, & exit
Swim, float, swim -
5 yd.
Submerge- retrieve object
in chest-deep water
Swim on front - 15 yd.
(10 yd. preschool)
Water exit -
independently
Jump, swim, turn, swim,
grab - 10 yd.
Swim on back - 15 yd. (10
yd. preschool)
Roll
Tread water - 1 min. &
exit (30 secs. preschool)
Swim, float, swim - 25
yd. (15 yd. preschool)
Endurance - any stroke
or combination of strokes,
25 yd.
Front crawl - rotary
breathing, 15 yd.
Back crawl - 15 yd.
Dive - sitting
Resting stroke -
elementary
backstroke, 15 yd.
Tread water - scissor
& whip
kick, 1 min.
Breaststroke - kick,
15 yd.
Butterfly - kick, 15 yd.
Endurance - any stroke
or combination of
strokes, 50 yd.
Front crawl - bent-arm
recovery,
25 yd.
Back crawl - pull, 25 yd.
Dive - kneeling
Resting stroke -
sidestroke, 25 yd.
Tread water - scissor
& whip
kick, 2 mins.
Breaststroke - 25 yd.
Butterfly - simultaneous
arm
action & kick, 15 yd.
Endurance - any stroke
or combination of
strokes, 150 yd.
Front craw l- flip turn,
50 yd.
Back crawl - pull & flip
turn, 50 yd.
Dive - standing
Resting stroke -
elementary backstroke or
sidestroke, 50 yd.
Tread water - retrieve
object off bottom,
tread 1 min.
Breaststroke - open
turn, 50 yd.
Butterfly - 25 yd.
Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times Days & Times
W 4:45PM
F 5:40PM
SAT 10:00AM
SAT 10:40AM
W 4:45PM
F 5:40PM
SAT 10:00AM
SAT 10:40AM
W 4:45PM
F 5:40PM
SAT 10:00AM
SAT 10:40AM
W 5:20PM
F 4:45PM
SAT 10:40AM
SAT 11:15AM
W 5:20PM
F 4:45PM
SAT 10:40AM
SAT 11:15AM
W 5:20PM
F 4:45PM
SAT 10:40AM
SAT 11:15AM
W 5:20PM
F 4:45PM
SAT 10:40AM
SAT 11:15AM
W 5:20PM
F 4:45PM
SAT 10:40AM
SAT 11:15AM
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Aquatics
ARTS
Private/Semi-Private Swim Classes
Pool
MEMBER: $120/4 classes
COMMUNITY: $140/4 classes
Individualized swim instruction for all levels. Fee
includes four 30-minutes lessons. Semi-private
lessons available as well. Up to four participants of
similar swim ability, with an additional fee of $25
dollars per extra swimmer. To schedule a private or
semi-private lesson, please contact Kelley O’Hara
at 978-686-6191 ext. 26 or at
kohara@mvymca.org.
YMCA Lifeguard Course
Pool
Family $250 Individual $250 Community $350
The YMCA Lifeguard course trains participants
to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatics
emergencies and to provide care for breathing and
cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses
until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel
take over. To complete the course participants must
pass the entry exam, attend all lessons and pass
the final written and practical exams. The Lifeguard
course is approximately 26 hours long. Upon
completion of this course participants will receive
a YMCA certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/
AED valid for 2 years. For more information about
this module please contact Kelley at
kohara@mvymca.org.
Art explosion (4-12 Years)
Family $33 Individual $33 Community $61
Get messy and silly with art! Each week, we’ll
focus on a new wacky project with paint, glue,
clay and more. Explore your inner Jackson Pollock
and come prepared to get messy!
DAYS
M
TIMES
6:15 - 7:15PM
Urban Dance (4-12 Years)
Studio
Family $45 Individual $55 Community $65
Learn different styles of dance, such as Hip Hop
and R & B. Participants get a fun workout while
learning new steps and routines.
DAYS
W
TIMES
5:15 - 6:15PM
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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HEALTH &
WELLNESS
MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
New Group
Exercise Classes
COMING SOON.
Drum Lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn to play the drum set in various styles,
such as Rock, R&B, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Latin.
Lessons are 30 minutes each.
DAYS
W
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
Guitar lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn to play electric or acoustic guitar for the
first time or come and improve your skills.
Lessons are 30 minutes each; Guitars provided
by the Music Clubhouse.
DAYS
W
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
Bass guitar lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn rhythm and melody on bass guitar, an
important and exciting instrument. Lessons are
30 minutes each. Guitars provided by the Music
Clubhouse.
DAYS
W
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
piano lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
You will learn scales, chords, and be able to play
and jam on many different songs by the end of
this program. Lessons are 30 minutes each.
DAYS
T
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Music clubhouse is closed
on Fridays for summer.

MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
Vocal Lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Develop your own style and learn techniques to
increase your vocal range, strength and flexibility.
Lessons are 30 minutes each.
DAYS
M
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
Lyrics in the Studio (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Record your voice in the Music Clubhouse Studio
over your favorite artist’s instrumentals and put it
on a CD to take home and listen to or share with
friends and family. Record original songs in the
state-of-the-art recording studio located at the
Lawrence YMCA’s Music Clubhouse. Learn how to
use microphones, headphones, a mixing board, and
Protools Recording software to create an album of
original material or covers of your favorite artists.
DAYS
M
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
Open Mic Night (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
On the first Thursday of every month, the Music
Clubhouse hosts an Open Mic Night, giving anyone
the chance to hit the stage and show off their
talents!
Music Work Shop Thursdays (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Every Thursday, the Lawrence Music Clubhouse
hosts Music Workshop Thursdays! Each Thursday
Music Clubhouse instructors lead different
Workshops such as: Jam Improv Workshops, Group
Recording Workshops, Lyric Writing Workshops,
Music Trivia Night, Song Writing Workshops,
Performance Development Workshops, Band
Practices, and Jazz Improv Workshops and many
more exciting workshops.
DAYS
TH
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
In the Studio: Recording and Beat Making
Music Clubhouse (13-18 Years)
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn now to build radio ready tracks in our
state-of-the-art recording studio. Two 30-minute
sessions followed by open studio time for students
to work on projects.
DAYS
T
TH
TIMES
4:00 - 7:00PM
4:00 - 7:00PM
DATES DAYS TIMES
5/4 TH 6:00 - 8:00PM
6/1 TH 6:00 - 8:00PM
7/6 TH 6:00 - 8:00PM
8/3 TH 6:00 - 8:00PM
9/7 TH 6:00 - 8:00PM
Music clubhouse is closed on Fridays for summer.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Personal
training
personal Training - 1 Hour Session
Wellness Center (18+ Years)
Take a step in the right direction with the
help of our certified personal trainers.
By appointment only.
category
Member
Community
FEE
$30/1 Session
$130/5 Sessions
$220/10 Sessions
$300/12 Sessions
$450/Month
$45/1 Session
$180/5 Sessions
$320/10 Sessions
$380/12 Sessions
$550/Month
Personal Training - 1/2 Hour Session
Wellness Center (14+ Years)
Take a step in the right direction with the
help of our certified personal trainers.
By appointment only.
Party Rentals (All Ages)
Pool
FEE: Member $100 Community $150
Celebrate any special occasion with a pool party!
Rental includes one hour of pool time and one
hour in a private recreation room for your snacks,
cake, and gifts.
DAYS
SAT & SUN
TIMES
CALL FOR TIMES
YMCA Water Park Party Rental (4+ Years)
Pool
FEE: Member $150 Community $185
Our Water Park Obstacle Course is available for
rent for your special occasion! Rental includes 45
minutes of pool time and one hour in a private
recreation room for your snacks, cake, and gifts.
DAYS
SAT & SUN
SPECIAL
INTEREST
TIMES
CALL FOR TIMES
category
Member
Community
FEE
$20/1 Session
$100/5 Sessions
$175/10 Sessions
$200/12 Sessions
$400/month
$30/1 Session
$150/5 Sessions
$250/10 Sessions
$280/12 Sessions
$500/Month
Group Personal Training: 2 - 5
people/1Hour Session (14+ Years)
Wellness Center
Personal training sessions for you and
your friends. By appointment only.
category
Member
Community
FEE
$40/1 Session
$140/5 Sessions
$230/10 Sessions
$310/12 Sessions
$50/1 Session
$190/5 Sessions
$330/10 Sessions
$390/12 Sessions
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Sports
Tiny tots sports medley (3-8 Years)
Family $45 Individual $55 Community $70
Designed to introduce youngsters to a variety of
sports including but not limited to, basketball,
soccer, baseball and more.
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/27-8/23 T & TH 6:00 - 7:00PM
Basketball Skills and Drills (Grades pre K - 8 Th )
ONE DAY: Member $50 Community $60
TWO DAYS: Member $80 Community $95
This seven-week program is designed to introduce
youth to the fundamentals of basketball such as
dribbling, passing, defense, and shooting.
DAYS TIMES AGES
M & W 6:00 - 7:00PM Pre-K - 4
M & W 7:00 - 8:00PM 5-8 GRADE
Bert Hammel Basketball summer
boot camp (Entering 9th - 12th Grades)
Lawrence YMCA
Fee: $240/Player for 14 sessions
BERT HAMMEL
Legendary Former coach of Merrimack
College Basketball program.
Are you ready to work hard? Do you want to
participate in 14 intense session boot camp style?
Coach Bert Hammel’s training is the best way to get
better fast. This boot camp is for the serious high
school basketball player.
Extemely limited space- 20 spots per session!
Sign up Today!
Boys Session
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/21-8/3 W, F 7:00-8:30AM
Girls Session
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/20-8/3 T, TH 7:00-8:30AM
Lawrence YMCA
FAMILY FESTIVAL
at Camp Otter
July 22, 2017
9:00AM - 4:00PM • $5/Person or $20/Family
Come join us for a day of family fun at Camp Otter. Enjoy swimming,
canoeing, kayaking, rowing, water relays, games, arts & carfts,
challenge course, basketball, volleyball, capture the flag, face painting,
music/DJ, a bouncy house and much more!
RSVP by July 12th to Carlota Castillo at ccastillo@mvymca.org.
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YMCA DE
LAWRENCE
VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL
TABLA DE CONTENIDOS
NATACIÓN..................................................50-54
• Clases de natación
ARTES............................................................54
• Baile
• Artes Visuales
SALUD Y BIENESTAR..............................................55
• Nuevas Clases de Ejercicio vienen pronto
CASA DE MÚSICA ...........................................55-56
• Lecciones de instrumentos
• Lecciones de voz
• Noches de micrófono abierto
• Grabación
• Talleres
ENTRENAMIENTO PERSONAL ...............................57
INTERESES ESPECIAL ...........................................57
• Alquilar para fiestas
DEPORTES ........................................................58
• Habilidades de baloncesto y ejercicios
• Mezcla de deportes
• Entrenamiento de baloncesto
Registré para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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Programas de interés
viene pronto en septiembre
Youth Flag
Football
League
Para niños y niñas en grados K-6 th
Mas información
viene pronto.
Lawrence YMCA
Festival de Familia
Será en Camp Otter
22 de Julio de 2017
9:00AM - 4:00PM • $5/Persona or $20/Familia
Venga con nosotros para un día de diversión familiar en Camp Otter.
Disfrute de la natación Canoa, kayak, remo, relés de agua, juegos,
artes y artesanía Cursos de desafío, baloncesto, voleibol, captura
la bandera, pintura de la cara, Música / Dj, una casa inflable y
mucho más!
RSVP antes del 12 de Julio a Carlota Castillo en ccastillo@mvymca.org.
Viene en diciembre
Liga de
baloncesto
juvenil
Para niños y niñas en grados K-8 th
Más información
en el otoño
Registrese para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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NATACIÓN
Selector De Lecciones
Que Grupo de edad pertenese el estudiante?
6 meses - 3 años
Padres y niños:
Etapas A y B
3 años -5 años
preescolar:
Etapas 1-4
5 años -12 años
edad escolar:
Etapas 1-4
12+ años
Adolescente y adulto:
Etapas 1-6
En cual etapa está listo el estudiante?
¿Puede responder el estudiante a senales y
frincan?
Aun no
A/Descubrimiento
de agua
¿El estudiante se sentirá cómodo trabajando
con un instructor en el agua sin su?
Aun no
B/Explaraion
agua
¿Puede el estudiante nadar bajo el agua
voluntariamente?
Aun no
1/Motivación
del agua
¿Puede el estudiante flotar recto arriba y
abajo si está solo?
Aun no
2/Circulación
de agua
¿Puede el estudiante nadar 10-15 yardas
de frente y espalda de las existencias?
Aun no
3/Estomino
de agua
¿Puede el estudiante nadar 15 yardas por
delante y atrás gatear?
¿Puede el estudiante nadar en el rastreo
delantero, volver a arrastrarse, y el pecho
al otro lado de la piscina?
¿Puede el estudiante nadar de frente
rastrear, volver rastreo, y braza a través de
la piscina y la espalda?
Aun no
Aun no
Aun no
4/Introducción
de estilos
5/Desarrollo
de estilo
6/Mecánicos
de carrera
*En la YMCA, sabemos que las familias toman una gran variedad de formas y como resultado de esto
Definimos a los padres ampliamente para incluir a todos los adultos con responsabilidad primaria para criar a los hijos,
incluyendo los padres biologicos, padres adoptivos, tutores, padrastos, abuelos o cualquier otra persona relacionada con la
crianza de los hijos.
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NATACIÓN
Reseña del programa
Comienzo
Padres * y clases infantiles
Nudos Basicos
Habilidades para apoyar un estilo de
vida saludable
Delineación (Seguridad alrededor del agua)
Habilidades recomendadas para todos
Alrededor del agua
Caminos
Pistas
especializadas
A
Descubrimiento
del agua
B
Exploración
del agua
1
Acclimatación
del agua
2
Movimientos
en el agua
3
Resistencia
al agua
4
Introducción al
accidente
cerebrovascular
5
Desarrollo
del Stroke
6
Mecánica del
movimiento
Competencia
Liderazgo
En esta
estación
los padres
comenzaron
con sus
hijos a
familiarizarse
con el
auiente
acuatico y
explorar a su
agrado.
Padres
trabaja con
sus hijos
explorando
posiciones
flotando,
haciendo
burbujas y lo
fundamental
en
habilidades
de seguradad.
Introducción
a las basicas
habilidades
debajo de
las aguas
profundas y
rendimiento
en usted
mismo
salvarse su
vida con
asistencia.
Introduccion
a
Movimientos
en el
agua con
rendimiento
en auto
rescate
dependiente.
Desarrollo
intermedidio
en auto
rescate
a larga
distancias.
Introducción
en las
tecnicas para
gatear y
reforzamiento
en seguridad
de pateo y
dorzo.
Introducción
para los
modos de
pecho y
mariposa,
reforzando
las
seguridad
con nados
de costado.
Refinación en
las tecnicas
de nodo con
mayor
competitividad
y hacer de la
natación parte
de nuestra
vida diaria.
Recreacion
Resultados
Resultados
Resultados
Resultados
Acampañados de
los padres, los niños
pequeños aprenderán
a manejara como
manejarse mejor en el
agua con habilidades
durante una práctica
divertida y confiable,
aprendiendo
experiencias. Mientras
los padres aprenderán
las prevenciones de
ahogo y las técnicas de
supervisión.
Estudiantes aprenderán las medias
de seguridad en el agua y lograran lo
básico para nadar, en dos maneras:
1. Nado, flotar, nadar con
secuencia, desplazarse de
frente, girar, flotar de espaldas,
girar desplazarse y salida
2. Saltar, empujar, girar y agarrar
Ya preparando con lo esencial, los
estudiantes adicionales aprenderán
las medidas de seguridad en el agua
construyendo sus habilidades de nado.
Desarrollaran sus propias habilidades
para evitar enfermedades crónicas,
incremento del sistema emocional,
conduciendo su viene estar social y una
vida en actividad física.
Estudiantes
cojeran
confianza
cultivando
su pasión y
manteniéndose
activos en sus
caminos.
Registrese para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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NATACIÓN
Rango o
tabla de edad:
6 meses - 3 años
Padres y niños:
Etapas A y B
3 años -5 años
preescolar:
Etapas 1- 4
30 Lecciones de minutos 30 Lecciones de minutos
Precio
Primavera I & II:
Familia $35
Indivdual $45
Comunidad $65
Familia $35
Indivdual $45
Comunidad $65
A todas las edades se le enseñan las mismas habilidades, pero los grupos seran divididos de acuerdo a su
Desarrollo y destrezas en la natacion.
A
Descubrimiento
del agua
Comienzo
B
Exploración
del agua
Nudos
Basicos
1
Acclimatación del
agua
Etapas de la
natación
Soplar Burbujas - En
superficie asistido
Remolque Delantero -
Barbilla en el agua asistido
Salida del Agua - Padres e
Hijos juntos
Entrada del agua - Padres
e Hijos juntos
Flotador Trasero - cabeza
sobre el hombro asistido
Rodar - Asistido
Flotador Delantero -
Barbilla en el agua asistido
Remolque Trasero - Cabeza
sobre el hombro asistido
Agarre de Pared - Asistido
Soplar Burbujas - Boca y
Nariz sumergido, asistido
Remolque Delantero -
Soplar burbujas, asistido
Salida del Agua - Asistido
Entrada del agua - Asistido
Flotador Trasero - Cabeza
en el pecho asistido
Rodar - Asistido
Flotador Delantero -
Soplar burbujas, asistido
Remolque Trasero -
Cabeza en el pecho asistido
Ardilla de Monos - Asistido
en el borde ( 5’pies)
Sumergir -
Independientemente
Deslizamiento Frontal - A la
pared de 5’ pies, asistido
Salida del Agua -
Independientemente
Saltar, Nadar, Girar, Nadar,
Agarrar - Asistido
Flotador Trasero - Asistido
10 segundos , recuperarse
independientemente
Rodar - Asistido
Flotador Delantero
- Asistido 10
segundos , recuperarse
independientemente
Deslizamiento Trasero
- 10’ pies (5’ pies los
prescolares)
Agua Tratada - Asistido en
la pared 5’ pies
Nadar, Flotar, Nadar -
Asistido 10’ pies
Padres Y Niños
6 meses - 3 años
30 minutos
Prescolar edades
3 - 5 años
30 minutos
Edad escolar
5 - 12+ años
45 minutos
Días y Horarios Días y Horarios Días y Horarios
SAB 8:30AM
SAB 9:45AM
SAB 9:05AM
SAB 10:20AM
MIE 4:45PM
VIE 5:40PM
SAB 9:00AM
SAB 10:30AM
MIE 5:20PM
VIE 4:45PM
SAB 9:40AM
SAB 11:10AM
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NATACIÓN
Rango o
tabla de edad:
5 años -12 años
edad escolar:
Etapas 1- 4
45 Lecciones de minutos
Precio
Primavera I & II:
Familia $35
Indivdual $45
Comunidad $65
A todas las edades se le enseñan las mismas habilidades, pero los grupos seran divididos de acuerdo a
su Desarrollo y destrezas en la natacion.
Nudos Basicos
Delineación
2
Movimientos en
el agua
3
Resistencia
al agua
4
Introducción al
accidente
cerebrovascular
5
Desarrollo
del Stroke
6
Mecánica del
movimiento
Sumergir - Mirar el
objeto en la parte inferior
Deslizamiento Frontal -
10 ‘ pies (5’ pies para los
prescolares)
Salida del Agua -
Independientemente
Saltar, Nadar, Girar,
Nadar, Agarrar
Flotador Trasero - 20
Segundos (10 segundos
para los prescolares)
Rodar
Flotador Delantero - 20
segundos (10 Segundos
los prescolares)
Deslizamiento Trasero
- 10’ pies (5’ pies los
prescolares)
Agua Tratada - 10
Segundos cerca de la
pared y salida
Nadar, Flotar, Nadar -
5 Yardas
Sumergir - Recuperar
objeto en el agua en aguas
profundas
Nadar en el Frente - 15
Yardas (10 yardas para los
prescolares)
Salida del Agua -
Independientemente
Saltar, Nadar, Girar,
Nadar, Agarrar - 10
Yardas
Nadar en la espalda - 15
Yardas (10 yardas para los
prescolares)
Rodar
Agua Tratada - 1 minuto
y salir (30 segundos para
los prescolares)
Nadar, Flotar, Nadar - 25
Yardas (15 yardas para los
prescolares)
Resistencia - Cualquier
golpe o combinacion de
golpes, 25 yardas
Rastreo Frontal -
Respiracion rotatoria, 15
Yardas
Rastreo Trasero - 15
Yardas
Buceo - Sentado
Golpe de Reposo -
Espalda elemental, 15
Yardas
Agua Tratada - Golpe de
Tijera ( 1 minuto)
Braceo de Pecho -
Patada, 15 Yardas
Patada de Mariposa -
Patada, 15 Yardas
Resistencia - Cualquier
Golpe o combinacion de
golpes, 150 yardas
Rastreo Frontal -
recuperacion del brazo
curveado, 25 yardas
Rastreo Trasero - Tirar,
25 Yardas
Buceo - Arrodillado
Golpe de Reposo -
Natacion acostado, 25
Yardas
Agua Tratada - Golpe de
Tijera , 2 minutos
Braceo de Pecho - 25
Yardas
Mariposa - Accion
simultanea del brazo y
patada, 15 Yardas
Resistencia - Cualquier
Golpe o combinacion de
golpes, 150 yardas
Rastreo Frontal -
Voltear, 50 Yardas
Rastreo Trasero - Tirar
y girar a la vez, 50 Yardas
Buceo - De pie
Golpe de Reposo
- Espalda elemental, 50
Yardas
Agua Tratada -
Recuperar objeto desde
abajo, 1 minuto
Braceo de pecho - Turno
abierto, 50 Yardas
Mariposa - 25 Yardas
Días y Horarios Días y Horarios Días y Horarios Días y Horarios Días y Horarios
MIE 4:45PM
VIE 5:40PM
SAB 9:00AM
SAB 10:30AM
MIE 4:45PM
VIE 5:40PM
SAB 9:00AM
SAB 10:30AM
MIE 4:45PM
VIE 5:40PM
SAB 9:00AM
SAB 10:30AM
MIE 5:20PM
VIE 4:45PM
SAB 9:40AM
SAB 11:10AM
MIE 5:20PM
VIE 4:45PM
SAB 9:40AM
SAB 11:10AM
MIE 5:20PM
VIE 4:45PM
SAB 9:40AM
SAB 11:10AM
MIE 5:20PM
VIE 4:45PM
SAB 9:40AM
SAB 11:10AM
MIE 5:20PM
VIE 4:45PM
SAB 9:40AM
SAB 11:10AM
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NATACIÓN
ARTES
Clases de natación Privadas
Y Semi-Privadas
Piscina
Miembros: $120/4 classes
Comunidad: $140/4 classes
Clases de natación con instructor personalizado
para todos los niveles, cada leccion tiene una
duracion de 30 minutos. Tambien tenemos las
clases semi-particulares o privadas con limite de
hasta 4 participantes por clase, con un cargo de
$25. Por nadador adicional. Para más información
o para programar clases privadas o semiprivadas
contacte a Kelley al 978-686-6191
ext. 26 o al kohara@mvymca.org.
Lifeguard curso de YMCA
Piscina
Familia $250 Individual $250 Comunidad $350
La YMCA el curso de salvavidas/socorristas
capacita a los participantes para: prevenir,
reconocer y responder a situaciones de emergencia
en el agua y tambien atender a emergencias
de casos respiratorios, cardiacos, lesions y
enfermedades repentinas hasta que lleguen los del
servicio de emergencias Medica.
Art explosion (4-12 Años)
Familia $33 Individual $33 Comunidad $61
Ven a explorar y divertirte con el arte. Cada
semana, vamos a tener un nuevo projecto
con arcilla, mosilla, pega y mas. Desarrolle su
Jackson Pollock y venga listo para ensusiarse!
días
LUN
Horario
6:15 - 7:15PM
Urban Dance (4-12 Años)
Studio
Familia $45 Individual $55 Comunidad $65
Aprender diferentes estilos de danza, como Hip
Hop, y el R & B. Los participantes reciben un
rato de diversion aprendiendo nuevos pasos y
rutinas.
días
MIE
Horario
5:15-6:15PM
Para completar el curso los participantes deben
pasar el examen de ingreso y, asistir a todas las
Clases y pasar los examines finales escritos y
practices. Este curso es de 26 horas de duracion
aproximandamente y al finalizar la YMCA el
certificado de Salvavidas/Socorrista/Primeros
auxilios (CPR) / AED. Valido por 2 años. Para mas
informacion puede contactar al director de
Acuaticos al 978-686-6191.
Registré para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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SALUD Y
BIENESTAR
Nuevas Clases
de Ejercicio
vienen
pronto.
lecciones de Guitarra baja
Club de Música (10-18 Años)
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende ritmo y melodía tocando el bajo, un
importante y divertido instrumento.
días
MIE
CASA DE
MÚSICA
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
lecciones de Tambores (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende a tocar batería en diferentes estilos
como Rock, R&B, Jazz, Hip Pop y Latino. Cada
sesión dura 30 minutos.
días
MIE
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
lecciones de Guitarra y bajo (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende a tocar guitarra eléctrica ó acústica
por primera vez o ven y mejora tus habilidades.
Cada sesión dura 30 minutos.
días
MIE
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
lecciones de Piano (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprenderas las escalas, las acordes, y como
a tocar diferentes canciones al final de este
programa.
días
MAR
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
Programa de música estára cerrado los
viernes en el verano.
Registré para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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CASA DE
MÚSICA
canto (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Desarrolla tu propio estilo y aprende técnicas
para aumentar tu nivel vocal, tu fuerza, y tu
flexibilidad. Cada sesión dura 30 minutos.
días
LUN
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
Lecciones de producion (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende come construir la musica de la radio
en nuestro estudio de musica. La clase ofrecera
dos sesiones de un hora con horas abiertas del
estudio para que los participantes completen sus
proyectos.
días
LUN
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
TALLER DE MÚSICA CADA JUEVES
(10-18 Años) Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Cada jueves, la Casa de Música organiza un taller
de música! Cada jueves, los instructores de la
Casa de Música dirigen diferente talleres como:
improvisación, grabar en grupos, escribir
canciones, trivialidades de música, desarrollo de
presentación, prácticas de bandas, y mucho más
talleres excitantes.
Noche de Micrófono Abierto (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
¡Cada primer jueves de cada mes, la Casa de
Música auspicia la Noche de Micrófono Abierto,
ofreciendo la oportunidad a que todos se suban
al escenario a demostrar sus talentos!
Fechas días Horario
5/4 JUE 6:00 - 8:00PM
6/1 JUE 6:00 - 8:00PM
7/6 JUE 6:00 - 8:00PM
8/3 JUE 6:00 - 8:00PM
En El Estudio: Grabaciones
y Creaciones de Ritmos
Clubhouse Music (13-18 Años)
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende ahora como preparar pistas listas para
tocar en la radio en nuestro estudio de grabación
de último modelo. Dos sesiones de 30 minutos
seguidas por acceso a nuestro estudio para
aquellos participantes que quieren trabajar en
sus proyectos.
días
MAR
JUE
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
4:00 - 7:00PM
días
JUE
Horario
4:00 - 7:00PM
Programa de música estára cerrado los viernes en el verano.
Registré para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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ENTRENAMIENTO
PERSONAL
Entrenamiento Personal - Sesiones de
una hora
Centro de Bienestar (18+ Años)
Tome un paso en el camino correcto con
la ayuda de nuestros entrenadores personales.
By appointment only.
categoría
Miembro
Comunidad
FEE
$30/1 Sesión
$130/5 Sesiones
$220/10 Sesiones
$300/12 Sesiones
$450/Mes
$45/1 Sesión
$180/5 Sesiones
$320/10 Sesiones
$380/12 Sesiones
$550/Mes
Entrenamiento Personal - Sesiones de
media hora
Centro de Bienestar (14+ Años)
Tome un paso en el camino correcto con
la ayuda de nuestros entrenadores personales.
By appointment only.
ALQUILO PARA FIESTAS (De todas las edades)
Piscina
FEE: Miembro $100 Comunidad $150
¡Celebre cualquier ocasión especial con una fiesta
de piscina! Cada renta incluye una hora en la
piscina, y una hora en un salón privado para sus
aperitivos, biscocho, o regalos.
días
SAB & DOM
Horario
LLAME PARA HORARIO
ALQUILO DEL PARQUE ACUÁTICO PARA
FIESTAS Piscina (4+ Años)
FEE: Miembro $150 Comunidad $185
¡Nuestra Pista de Obstáculos de Agua está
disponible para rentar para su ocasión especial!
Cada renta incluye 45 minutos en la piscina, y
una hora en un salón privado para sus aperitivos,
biscocho, o regalos.
días
SAB & DOM
INTERESES
ESPECIAL
Horario
LLAME PARA HORARIO
categoría
Miembro
Comunidad
FEE
$20/1 Sesión
$100/5 Sesiones
$175/10 Sesiones
$200/12 Sesiones
$400/Mes
$30/1 Sesión
$150/5 Sesiones
$250/10 Sesiones
$280/12 Sesiones
$500/Mes
Entrenamiento Personal en Grupo
Centro de Bienestar (14+ Años)
Sesiones de entrenamiento personal para ti
y tus amigos. By appointment only.
categoría
Miembro
Comunidad
FEE
$30/1 Sesión
$140/5 Sesiones
$260/10 Sesiones
$312/12 Sesiones
$60/1 Sesión
$250/5 Sesiones
$410/10 Sesiones
$432/12 Sesiones
Registré para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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DEPORTES
Tiny tots sports medley (3-8 Años)
Familia $45 Individual $55 Community $70
Diseñado para introducir a los jóvenes a una
variedad de Deportes incluyendo, pero no
limitado a, baloncesto, Fútbol, béisbol y mucho
más.
Fechas días Horario
6/27-8/23 MAR & JUE 6:00 - 7:00PM
Habilidades de baloncesto y Ejercicios
(4-14 Años)
un día: Miembro $50 Comunidad $60
dos días: Miembro $80 Comunidad $95
Este programa de siete semanas está diseñado
para introducir a la juventud los fundamentos
del baloncesto.
días Horario Años
LUN y MIE 6:00 - 7:00PM Pre-K - 4
LUN y MIE 7:00 - 8:00PM 5-8 Grado
Bert Hammel Basketball summer
boot camp (Entrando 9th - 12th Grados)
Lawrence YMCA
Fee: $240/Jugador for 14 Sesiones
BERT HAMMEL
El ex entrenador legendario de la liga de
baloncesto de la universidad Merrimack College.
¿Estás preparado para trabajar duro? ¿Quieres
participar en un programa intenso de14 sesiones
estilo Boot camp? El entrenamiento de el
entrenador Bert Hammel es la mejor forma para
mejcrar rapido. Para los jugadores serios de las
secundaria.
Espacios limitados, 20 personas por sesiones
Sesión de chicos
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/21-8/3 MIE, VIE 7:00-8:30AM
Sesión de niñas
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/20-8/3 MAR, JUE 7:00-8:30AM
Lawrence YMCA
Festival de Familia
Será en Camp Otter
22 de Julio de 2017
9:00AM - 4:00PM • $5/Persona or $20/Familia
Venga con nosotros para un día de diversión familiar en Camp Otter.
Disfrute de la natación Canoa, kayak, remo, relés de agua, juegos,
artes y artesanía Cursos de desafío, baloncesto, voleibol, captura
la bandera, pintura de la cara, Música / Dj, una casa inflable y
mucho más!
RSVP antes del 12 de Julio a Carlota Castillo en ccastillo@mvymca.org.
Registré para programas en la web mvymca.org o en persona.
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Methuen
YMCA
Table of Contents
EVENTS...........................................61
• Kids Night Out
• Upper School Fun Night
• Special Friends Dances
Health & wellness..........................61
• Karate
• CPR/AED Training
• Babysitter Training
Music ClubHouse......................62-64
• Instrument Lessons
• Voice & Songwriting
• Recording & Beat Making
• Drop-in Hours
special interest.............................64
• Leaders Club
• Facility Rentals
sports...........................................65
• Rising Rangers Summer Basketball Camp
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Rising Rangers
Summer Classic
Outdoor basketball league
for youth currently in grades 4-7
(Entering grades 5-8 in Fall 2017)
June 12 - August 3, 2017
Held at the Methuen YMCA Outdoor Basketball Court
Member $50 Community $75
Each team will play a one-hour game on a week night between
5:00-8:00pm. Exact days and times will be determined.
Information Night will be held on
Tuesday, June 6th
6:00pm • Methuen YMCA
Limited space
available.
Register Today!
For more information, please contact Ryan Middlemiss at
978-686-6191 or rmiddlemiss@mvymca.org.
COming in December
Youth
Basketball
League
For boys & girls grades Pre K-6 th
MOre information
coming in the Fall
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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EVENTS
Kids Night Out (5-12 Years)
Gymnasium/Art Studio
Family $5 Individual $5 Community $10
Kids can enjoy games, food, and fun, while
parents can enjoy a night out of their own!
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/10 SAT 5:00 – 8:00PM
Upper School Fun Night (Grades 5-8)
Gymnasium/Art Studio/Music Clubhouse
Family FREE Individual FREE Community $10
Middle schoolers take over the Y! Upper School
Fun Night is held one Friday night a month during
the school year. Activities include, sports, games,
music, crafts, and more! Pizza, snacks, and drinks
will be available for purchase. Advance ticket sales
are available online at www.mvymca.org. Save
money and avoid waiting in line the night of the
event.
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/16 F 6:30 – 9:00PM
Special Friends Dances (18+ Years)
Gymnasium
Family $5 Individual $5 Community $5
Adults with disabilities are invited to come to
our themed dances with music, friends and fun!
Dessert and drinks will be provided. Participants
that require assistance must be accompanied by a
caregiver or family member who can attend free of
charge.
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/2 F 6:30 – 8:30PM
Karate Club (5–12 Years)
Gymnasium
Family $35/Month Community $50/Month
The Karate Club allows students to learn at their
own pace and progress through the ranking
system to earn colored belts. $20 fee for uniform.
Additional fees apply for rank promotions.
DAYS
W
HEALTH &
WELLNESS
TIMES
5:00-5:50PM
Babysitter Training (11-15 Years)
Art Studio
Family $100 Individual $100 Community $135
This training will allow students to gain the skills
and confidence they need to be a great babysitter.
Participants receive a Babysitter Certificate & CPR/
AED Certification. Bring a nut-free lunch from
home.
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/28 W 9:00AM – 4:00PM
CPR/AED Training (14+ Years)
All Purpose Room
Family $75 Individual $75 Community $105
This American Heart Association Heartsaver ® CPR/
AED course will teach you to recognize cardiac
arrest, get emergency care on the way quickly, and
help a person until more advanced care arrives to
take over.
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/7 W 6:30-9:30PM
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
DROP-IN HOURS
Drum Lessons (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn to play the drum set in various styles,
such as Rock, R&B, Jazz, and Hip Hop.
DAYS
M
M
M
M
TIMES
4:00-4:30PM
4:30-5:00PM
5:00-5:30PM
5:30-6:00PM
Guitar Level I (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn to play electric or acoustic guitar for the first
time. For beginners brand new to guitar.
DAYS
T
T
T
Monday - Thursday
3:00PM - 7:00PM
Participants have access to music instruments
and a state-of-the-art recording studio!
COME ON IN AND CREATE!
TIMES
4:00-4:30PM
4:30-5:00PM
5:00-5:30PM
Guitar Level II (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Improve your skills playing the electric or
acoustic guitar. Must have completed 2
sessions at the Clubhouse or 6 months
elsewhere.
DAYS
T
T
T
TIMES
5:30-6:00PM
6:00-6:30PM
6:30-7:00PM
Piano Level I (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn scales and chords on the electric keyboard.
For beginners brand new to keyboard.
DAYS
W
W
W
TIMES
4:00-4:30PM
4:30-5:00PM
5:00-5:30PM
Piano Level II (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Improve your skills on the electric keyboard and
be able to play many different songs by the end
of this program. Must have completed 2 sessions
at the Clubhouse or 6 months elsewhere.
DAYS
W
W
W
TIMES
5:30-6:00PM
6:00-6:30PM
6:30-7:00PM
*Must be ages 10-18. No exceptions.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
Voice & Songwriting (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn singing techniques, songwriting methods,
and develop your own musicianship style using
various art forms.
DAYS
TH
TH
TH
TH
TIMES
4:00-4:30PM
4:30-5:00PM
5:00-5:30PM
5:30-6:00PM
Recording & Beat Making (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Learn to record, mix, and master electronic
and live music in our new, professional-level
Recording Studio.
DAYS
T
T
T
T
TIMES
4:00-4:30PM
4:30-5:00PM
5:00-5:30PM
5:30-6:00PM
Live Podcast (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Come be a part of our live podcast where we
talk about music, video games, culture, art, and
pretty much anything! The show is broadcast live
over the internet, so anyone with a computer
can tune in!
Check our facebook page for this month’s
guest performer(s): facebook.com/
MethuenMusicClubhouse
To listen to past podcasts, check out our
bandcamp page: MethuenMusicClubhouse1.
bandcamp.com
Tune in LIVE, go to tinyurl.com/YMCAlive
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/22 TH 5:00-5:30PM
Open Mic (All Ages)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Perform the song that you have been practicing,
have your band play, sing & show off your
talents! The Open Mic is open to all ages,
however performers must be ages 10-18.
DATES DAYS TIMES
6/15 TH 6:00-8:00PM
Music Workshop Thursdays (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Every Thursday we work on various music
projects that range from Video Production,
Flash Mob performances, Songwriting
workshops, Live Recording Sessions, the Live
Radio Show broadcast on the internet, Album
Artwork night, Performance development
workshops, Band Practices, Improvisation
Workshops, and much more!
*Must be ages 10-18. No exceptions.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
Drop-in Recording Sessions (10-18 years*)
Music Clubhouse
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Work individually with a staff member to create
multi-track recordings, record live instruments,
use samples, work on original songs, and more!
Sign-up for half-hour or one-hour sessions
during drop-in times, Mon-Thurs 3:00-7:00pm.
Music Clubhouse Summer Tour
Music Clubhouse (10-18 years)
Family/Individual/Community FREE
Join us as the Clubhouse Band performs
around Merrimack Valley and beyond! Featuring
talented young musicians ages 10-18 playing
all kinds of music – well-known tunes all the
way to obscure songs & originals. Come see
what people are talking about and hear the
music that is coming from the Music Clubhouse!
Also featuring performances from other youth
bands! A full list of performances can be found
on our Facebook page. www.facebook.com/
MethuenMusicClubhouse. If you would like to book
your band to join us on tour, or to audition for the
open-membership Clubhouse Band, contact Joe at
jprieto@mvymca.org.
SPECIAL
INTEREST
Leaders Club (Grades 5-8)
Art Studio
Family FREE Individual FREE Community FREE
Are you a 5th-8th grade student looking to get
involved? Don’t miss out on the Y’s Leaders
Club this year! Develop leadership skills through
community service, career workshops, and college
tours.
DATE DAYS TIMES
6/16 F 4:30-6:00PM
FACILITY RENTALS
Gymnasium/Art Studio
Family $50/hour Individual $50/hour
Community $100/hour
The YMCA is a great place to host your birthday
party, baby shower or other special event. To
learn more or to make a reservation, contact the
Welcome Center at 978-683-5266.
DATES DAYS TIMES
TBA TBA TBA
*Must be ages 10-18. No exceptions.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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SPORTS
Rising Ranger Summer Classic
(Entering Grades 5-8) Outdoor Ball Fields
Family $50 Individual $50 Community $75
Outdoor summer basketball league for boys and
girls entering grades 5-8. Each team will play a
one hour game on a week night between 5:00-
8:00pm. Exact days and times will be determined.
An information night will be held on Tuesday, June
6th at 6:00pm.
DATE DAYS TIMES
TBA TBA TBA
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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Our Branches
Andover/North Andover YMCA
165 Haverhill Street • Andover, MA 01810
978-685-3541
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 5AM - 10PM
Friday 5AM - 9PM
Saturday 6AM - 8PM
Sunday 6AM - 8PM
Lawrence YMCA
40 Lawrence Street • Lawrence, MA 01840
978-686-6191
Hours:
Monday - Friday 5AM - 10PM
Saturday 5AM - 9PM
Sunday 7AM - 3PM
Methuen YMCA
129 Haverhill Street • Methuen, MA 01844
978-683-5266
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 6:30AM - 7:30PM*
Friday 6:30AM - 6:00PM*
Saturday CLOSED*
Sunday CLOSED*
* Hours vary based on programs
Merrimack Valley YMCA
Corporate Office
101 Amesbury Street, 4th Floor • Lawrence, MA 01840
978-725-6681
Camping Services
Administrative Office
101 Amesbury Street, 4th Floor • Lawrence, MA 01840
978-975-1330
www.mvymca.org
Scan this QR code for updated
YMCA schedules & events.
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or in person at the Welcome Center.
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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ®
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBLILITY
WE’RE MORE THAN A PLACE.
WE’RE A CAUSE.
A cause that, with your generous support, will:
Build confidence and selfesteem
for kids participating
in youth sports and aquatics
Provide a safe, nurturing
environment for children
after school
Teach literacy and readiness skills to preschoolers
Train adults to better protect children from abuse
Allow children, teens and adults to participate in the
health and wellness programs
Enable teens to participate in Teen Achievers and Youth
In Government programs
Send a child to Day Camp Otter or overnight camp at Camp
Lawrence or Camp Nokomis
GIVE. AND DO SO MUCH MORE.
To make a donation to the YMCA’s Annual Campaign, please
visit the Welcome Center or www.mvymca.org/impact
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