Upper Main Line YMCA Winter Programs 2018

UPPER MAIN LINE YMCA 

WINTER PROGRAMS 

New warm water pool and locker rooms now open! 

January 2 - February 19 

Priority Member 

Registration: 

December 2 

Member 

Registration: 

December 9 

REGISTER TODAY! 

Non-Member 

Registration: 

December 16 

UPPER MAIN LINE YMCA 

a branch of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine 

1416 Berwyn-Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312 • 610-647-9622 www.ymcagbw.org/programs

Click the blue code for pricing and registration details. 

All sessions are for seven weeks unless noted. 

Contents 

Culinary Art / Arts and Learning ..................................................................................................................................... 3 

Visual Art / Arts and Learning ......................................................................................................................................... 3 

Dance / Arts and Learning ............................................................................................................................................... 4 

Ellis Lifeguard Certification / Swim ............................................................................................................................... 14 

Enrichment / Family and Community ............................................................................................................................ 15 

Environmental & STEM / Arts and Learning ............................................................................................................... 16 

Events / Family and Community ................................................................................................................................... 27 

Gymnastics Classes / Sports ......................................................................................................................................... 28 

Music / Arts and Learning ............................................................................................................................................. 28 

Personal Training - 1-on-1 / Exercise, Health and Wellness .................................................................................. 30 

Personal Training - Partners in Training / Exercise, Health and Wellness ............................................................ 31 

Small Group Training / Exercise, Health and Wellness ............................................................................................. 32 

Sports Classes / Sports .................................................................................................................................................. 34 

Sports for Diverse Abilities / Sports ........................................................................................................................... 35 

Sports Leagues/Clinics / Sports ................................................................................................................................... 36 

Swim for Diverse Abilities / Swim ................................................................................................................................ 38 

Swim Lessons - Adult / Swim ........................................................................................................................................ 39 

Swim Lessons - Parent/Child / Swim ............................................................................................................................ 40 

Swim Lessons - Preschool / Swim ................................................................................................................................. 41 

Swim Lessons - Private / Swim ...................................................................................................................................... 43 

Swim Lessons - Semi Private / Swim ............................................................................................................................ 44 

Swim Lessons - Youth / Swim ........................................................................................................................................ 44 

Swim Team / Swim ........................................................................................................................................................... 47 

Tennis / Sports................................................................................................................................................................. 48



Culinary Art / Arts and Learning 

Healthy Cooking for Kids 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 

Y member rate: $56 

Y non-member rate: $112 

Healthy Kids Cooking will get your little chef excited about 

eating healthy foods! This class will give your little chef 

the opportunity to create healthy meals and snacks while 

learning and having fun in the UMLY kitchen classroom! 

Ages: 3-6 

55332 Carriage House – 

Kitchen Classroom 2:00pm to 3:00pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 


Kitchen Classroom 1pm to 2pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 16 

Ages: 6-11 


Kitchen Classroom 4:30pm to 5:45pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

Visual Art / Arts and Learning 

Adult Oil Painting 

Thursday 



Ever been curious to try oil painting? Now is your chance! 

Join us for this exciting class. No materials required. 

Ages: 18 and up 

55334 Cultural Arts Room #1 6:30pm to 8pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

Art Kids 

Wednesday 



This class has been developed to introduce young children 

to beginning skills, and art tools. Children will be 

introduced to basic art vocabulary and encouraged to 

acquire new skills through this activity-based studio class. 

Children will be given opportunity to explore, create, and 

achieve. 

Ages: 3-6 

55335 Cultural Arts Room #1 12:30pm to 1:30pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14



Young Artists 

Thursday 



This class will introduce your young artist to beginning art 

skills. Children will be introduced to basic art vocabulary 

and encouraged to acquire new skills through this 

activity-based studio art class. Activities will include 

charcoal drawing, watercolor, and more! 

Ages: 5-9 

55336 Cultural Arts Room #1 5pm to 6pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

Dance / Arts and Learning 

Adult Tap 

38-Week Session 

Wednesday 

Y member rate: $40/month 

Y non-member rate: $80/month 

Tap classes develop rhythm and coordination skills. 

Students will learn technique, timing and rhythm in 

combinations at the barre, center and across the floor. 

This class is designed for our adult tap students who have 

mastered basic tap techniques. Attire: leotard, tights, jazz 

pants or shorts and tap shoes 


44952 Dance Studio 7:15pm to 8:15pm Wed, Sept. 6, 2017 - Wed, May 23, 2018 

Advanced Jazz 


Monday 



Students learn and develop the techniques and diverse 

styles of Jazz through today's top hits as well as 

Broadway and musical theater. These classes include 

warm-ups, center floor and barre exercises, moving across 

the floor and ending with a combination utilizing learned 

skills. This is a fast-paced class with students having at 

least 3-4 years’ experience in jazz, ballet or 

contemporary. Attire: jazz shoes, jazz pants or leggings 

and leotard 

Ages: 11-16 

44938 Dance Studio 6:15pm to 7:15pm Mon, Sept. 11, 2017 - Mon, May 21, 2018



Baby Dance 

Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 



This class introduces your child (along with parent or 

caregiver) to various free movement and simple ballet 

steps. The instructor will incorporate simple dance 

exercises, stretches, and easy routines while helping to 

emphasize awareness and creativity in a fun-loving, 

nurturing environment. 

Ages: 2-3 

55295 Dance Studio 9:30am to 10am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55296 Dance Studio 9:30am to 10am Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55297 Dance Studio 10:15am to 10:45am Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 16 

55324 Dance Studio 9am to 9:30am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17 

Ballet / Tap 


Thursday, Saturday 



This class combines 30 minutes of Tap 1 with 30 minutes 

of Ballet 1. Students will identify, utilize and demonstrate 

tap and ballet terminology. Attire: leotard, tights, pink 

ballet slippers, and tap shoes 

Ages: 6-8 

44945 Cultural Arts 

Room #2 6:30pm to 7:30pm Thu, Sept. 7, 2017 - Thu, May 24, 2018 

44946 Dance Studio 12:15pm to 1:15pm Sat, Sept. 9, 2017 - Sat, May 26, 2018



Ballet 1 


Monday 



Students will learn exercises and combinations for the 

barre and center floor. This class is for beginners. Ballet is 

the foundation of all dance. Ballet teaches technique, 

discipline, structure and etiquette. These are tools that 

help students learn all forms of dance easier. Posture, 

flexibility, strength and grace are just a few of the 

wonderful benefits of ballet. It is recommended that 

students take Ballet in conjunction with other classes. 

Attire: leotard, tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled 

back. 

Ages: 6-8 


Room #2 5:30pm to 6:30pm Mon, Sept. 11, 2017 - Mon, May 21, 2018 

Ballet 2 


Tuesday 












back. 

Ages: 9-14 

44943 Dance Studio 6:15pm to 7:15pm Tue, Sept. 5, 2017 - Tue, May 22, 2018



Ballet 3 


Thursday 












back. 

Ages: 11-16 

44936 Dance Studio 4:15pm to 5:30pm Thu, Sept. 7, 2017 - Thu, May 24, 2018 

Ballet 3 - Pointe 


Monday 



By teacher recommendation. Students will learn exercises 

and combinations for the barre and center floor. This class 

is for beginners. Ballet is the foundation of all dance. 

Ballet teaches technique, discipline, structure and 

etiquette. These are tools that help students learn all 

forms of dance easier. Posture, flexibility, strength and 

grace are just a few of the wonderful benefits of ballet. It 

is recommended that students take Ballet in conjunction 

with other classes. Attire: leotard, tights, pink ballet 

slippers, hair pulled back. 

Ages: 11-16 




Beginning Jazz 


Tuesday 








skills. This is a class for students wanting to give jazz a 

try. This will be a fun environment for beginners to learn 

this fun, fast-paced genre. Attire: tan tights, leotards, 

black or tan jazz shoes, hair up. 

Ages: 5-7 


Room #2 4:15pm to 5:15pm Tue, Sept. 5, 2017 - Tue, May 22, 2018 

Contemporary 1 


Wednesday 



Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that 

combines elements of several dance genres, including 

modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. Attire: black 

leotard, tan tights, Footundeez or bare feet. 

Ages: 7-9 

44950 Dance Studio 4:15pm to 5:15pm Wed, Sept. 6, 2017 - Wed, May 23, 2018



Contemporary 2 / Performance 


Thursday 



Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that 

combines elements of several dance genres, including 

modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. this class will 

have the ability to go out to different local dance 

competitions throughout the dance season. At least two 

years of dance required. Students must be excited and 

willing to go to local dance competitions with the ability 

to pick and choose to do solos or duets. Attire: black 

leotard, tan tights, Footundeez or bare feet. 

Ages: 13-17 

44951 Dance Studio 5:30pm to 7pm Thu, Sept. 7, 2017 - Thu, May 24, 2018 

Creative Movement 

Tuesday 



This class is the perfect introduction to music and 

movement for children who want to explore the basic 

elements of dance and their own creative movement styles 

through the use of their imaginations in a safe and 

positive environment. 

Ages: 3-5 

56127 Dance Studio 1pm to 1:45pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13



Dance Explorers 

Monday, Thursday, Saturday 



This class allows young dancers to explore the 

fundamentals of ballet and tap while focusing on creative 

movement. Students develop their motor skills through fun 

movement, rhythm exercises and combinations of ballet 

and tap steps, which prepare them for more advanced 

courses in dance. Attire: leotard, tights, pink ballet 

slippers, tap shoes. 

Ages: 4-5 


44925 Dance Studio 1:45pm to 2:45pm Mon, Sept. 11, 2017 - Mon, May 21, 2018 \ 


44928 Dance Studio 1pm to 2pm Thu, Sept. 7, 2017 - Thu, May 24, 2018 




44929 Dance Studio 10:15am to 11:15am Sat, Sept. 9, 2017 - Sat, May 26, 2018 

Intermediate Hip-Hop 


Monday 



Beginner to intermediate dancers learn the fundamentals 

and choreography of different styles of hip-hop. Attire: 

Black hip-hop shoes, leotards and tan tights or leggings. 

No jeans or street shoes. 

Ages: 8-11 




Intermediate Jazz 


Wednesday 








skills. This class is the next class up and will move at a 

faster pace. Students must have at least 2-3 years’ 

experience of jazz, ballet or contemporary. Attire: tan 

tights, leotards, black or tan jazz shoes, hair up. 

Ages: 8-11 


Pre Hip-Hop 


Tuesday 



Students are introduced to the basic hip-hop steps. Attire: 

Black hip-hop shoes, leotards and tan tights or leggings. 

No jeans or street shoes. 

Ages: 5-7 


Room #2 5:15pm to 6:15pm Tue, Sept. 5, 2017 - Tue, May 22, 2018



Pre-Ballet / Tap 

Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 



Students develop the fundamentals of ballet and tap in a 

nurturing and fun environment. This class builds basic 

ballet / tap terminology to be used during floor work, 

barre and combinations. Attire: leotard, tights, pink ballet 

slippers, hair pulled back. 

Ages: 5-6 


44915 Dance Studio 10:15am to 11:15am Mon, Sept. 11, 2017 - Mon, May 21, 2018 




44931 Dance Studio 2pm to 3pm Thu, Sept. 7, 2017 - Thu, May 24, 2018 


44932 Dance Studio 1:30pm to 2:30pm Fri, Sept. 8, 2017 - Fri, May 25, 2018 

44933 Dance Studio 11:15am to 12:15pm Sat, Sept. 9, 2017 - Sat, May 26, 2018 

Tap 1 


Tuesday 






This class is designed for the tap student who has taken 

at least 2-3 years of Tap and has mastered time step and 

other fundamentals of tap. Attire: leotard, tights, jazz 

pants or shorts and tap shoes. 

Ages: 6-8 

44940 Dance Studio 4:15pm to 5:15pm Tue, Sept. 5, 2017 - Tue, May 22, 2018



Tap 2 


Tuesday 






This class is designed for the beginner tap student or 

those students who have mastered the skills in Tap 2. 

Attire: leotard, tights, jazz pants or shorts and tap shoes. 

Ages: 8-12 

44941 Dance Studio 5:15pm to 6:15pm Tue, Sept. 5, 2017 - Tue, May 22, 2018 

Tap 3 


Wednesday 






This class is designed for our teenage tap students who 

have taken at least four years of Tap and have mastered 

time steps and other fundamentals of tap. Attire: leotard, 

tights, jazz pants or shorts and tap shoes. 

Ages: 13-17 

44942 Dance Studio 6:15pm to 7:15pm Wed, Sept. 6, 2017 - Wed, May 23, 2018



Tiny Dance 

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 



This class introduces children to dance and movement on 

their own. Children develop coordination, balance and 

self-esteem while discovering the fun of movement. Attire: 

leotard, tights, pink ballet slippers - black for boys. 

Ages: 3-4 


44916 Dance Studio 1pm to 1:45pm Mon, Sept. 11, 2017 - Mon, May 21, 2018 



44919 Dance Studio 9:30am to 10:15am Fri, Sept. 8, 2017 - Fri, May 25, 2018 

44920 Dance Studio 9:30am to 10:15am Sat, Sept. 9, 2017 - Sat, May 26, 2018 

Ellis Lifeguard Certification / Swim 

Ellis & Associates Lifeguarding Course 


Thursday, Friday & Saturday 



Prerequisites: swim 200 yards (8 lengths); tread water for 

2 minutes without using your hands; perform feet first 

surface dive to lift a 10-pound brick off the bottom of the 

pool. Upon 100% attendance and successful completion of 

water skills and written exam, participants receive a 1- 

year certification in Ellis and Associates Lifeguarding. 

Must possess a valid email address. 


47480 Location TBA 11am to 8pm Thu, Dec. 28 - Sat, Dec. 30



Ellis & Associates Re-Certification Course 

1-Day Session 

Thursday 



Prerequisites: Swim 200 yards (8 lengths); tread water for 

2 minutes without using your hands; perform a 10-foot, 

feet-first surface dive to lift a brick off the bottom of the 

pool; plus proof of valid E&A certification. Upon 

successful completion of water skills and written exam, 

participants receive a 1-year re-certification in Ellis & 

Associates Lifeguarding. Re-certification includes First 

Aid, Adult, Child and Infant CPR, Oxygen Administration 

and AED. No refunds regardless of passing or failing the 

course. 


31771 Location TBA 9am to 5pm Thu, Dec. 28, 2017 

Enrichment / Family and Community 

SNAP Open Doors 


Friday 



Join us on Friday nights to make new friends or have fun 

socializing with old friends! Three Fridays a month we are 

having FUN at the Y, swimming, tennis, games or sports. 

One Friday each month is a field trip night. Activities 

subject to change. 


55504 Carriage House – Johnson Room 6:30pm to 9:30pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23



SNAP Open Doors: Drop In 

Friday 



Join us on Friday nights to make new friends or have fun 

socializing with old friends! Three Fridays a month we are 

having FUN at the Y, swimming, tennis, games or sports. 

One Friday each month is a field trip night. Activities 

subject to change. 


55505 Carriage House – Johnson Room 6:30pm to 9:30pm Fri, Jan. 5 




55509 Carriage House – Johnson Room 6:30pm to 9:30pm Fri, Feb. 2 




Environmental & STEM / Arts and Learning 

Advanced Nature Workshops: Animal Tracking 

2-Day Session 

Saturday & Sunday 



Though we don't always notice them at first, animals leave 

signs and tracks all around us. Learn how to track 

different mammals and other nocturnal animals in the 

area, and try your hand at wildlife forensics as we trek 

into the Cassatt Preserve in search of clues. Registration 

fee includes two 3-hour sessions (9am - noon Saturday 

and Sunday). 


56126 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to Noon Sat, Feb. 3 - Sun, Feb. 4



Advanced Nature Workshops: Winter Birding 

2-Day Session 




Through specimen studies, slideshow quizzes, and hikes in 

the Cassatt Preserve, this workshop will dig deeper into the 

behaviors of our common backyard birds, and also take a look 

at some of the less common birds that can be found here in 

the colder months. Registration fee includes two three-hour 

sessions (9am – noon Saturday and Sunday). Workshop meets 

in the Carriage House – Science Lab. Binoculars are available for loan. 


56125 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to Noon Sat, Jan. 6 - Sun, Jan. 7 

Art & Nature 

Tuesday 



Using UMLY's collection of animals and specimens, 

children will learn how to make basic sketches and 3D 

models of plants and animals with a variety of media. We 

will also use materials found in nature to make exciting 

art projects indoors and outdoors. 

Ages: 7-10 

55482 Cultural Arts Room #1 4:30pm to 5:30pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

Critter Care 

Tuesday, Thursday 



Get up close and personal with the animals in the nature 

center and on UMLY farm! Students will learn how to 

properly interact with and care for animals, and discover 

how plants, animals and humans all depend on each other. 

Ages: 4-6 

55478 Nature Center Classroom 2pm to 3pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55479 Nature Center Classroom 10:30am to 11:30am Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15



Family Nature Workshop: Animal Tracking 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 



We don't always see all of the different animals that live 

in UMLY's Cassatt Preserve, but we can often find signs 

that they leave behind. In this workshop we will learn 

about scat, rubbings, fur, pellets, and how to read 

different animal tracks. 


55496 Nature Center 10:30am to 11:30am Sat, Feb. 3 

Family Nature Workshop: Art & Nature 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 



Parents and children will learn the basics of sketching 

plants and animals and also how to make fun art projects 

from found materials in nature. 


55495 Nature Center 10:30am to 11:30am Sat, Jan. 27 

Family Nature Workshop: Daddy/Daughter Hike 

1-Day Session 

Saturday, Sunday 



Daughters can bring along their father, uncle, or other 

favorite adult for a winter afternoon hike through the 

varied habitats of the Cassatt preserve, followed by a nice 

warm cup of cocoa and a visit with the animals in our funfilled 

nature center! 



55497 Nature Center 2pm to 3pm Sun, Feb. 11



Family Nature Workshop: Owl Prowl 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 



We'll study owl pellets and owl calls, and then explore the 

woods of the Cassatt Preserve in search of these elusive 

birds of the night. Meet in the nature center classroom, 

dress for the weather. 


55494 Nature Center 7pm to 8pm Sat, Jan. 20 

Family Nature Workshop: Science In The Kitchen 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 



Discover some ooey, gooey, slippery and slimy science 

experiments that you can do with regular household 

materials. This is a great way to have fun with the family 

if you get snowed in! 



Farm Friends 

Wednesday, Thursday 



In this class kids will work together and discover how 

much fun farming can be! We will discover the future of 

farming with our new indoor Tower Gardens, learn how to 

walk the goats and feed the farm animals, and make 

compost. We’ll also make farm animal art projects and 

crafts. 

Ages: 4-6 

55486 Nature Center Classroom 1pm to 2pm Wed, Jan. 3, 2018 - Wed, Feb. 14 

55487 Nature Center Classroom 2pm to 3pm Thu, Jan. 4, 2018 - Thu, Feb. 15



Fun with Science 

Monday, Wednesday 



Children see just how much fun science can be by 

performing hands-on experiments that are ooey, gooey 

and just plain fun! Kids also hone earth science skills with 

outdoors hikes and animal science with some of the 

critters in our Environmental Education Center. 

Ages: 4-6 

55470 Carriage House – Science Lab 4:30pm to 5:30pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55471 Carriage House – Science Lab 2pm to 3pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

Jr. Science & Nature 

Monday 



Young scientists will perform a variety of hands-on 

science experiments that explode, squish, and erupt in our 

fun-filled lab. They will also have the chance to explore 

outdoors and see how science, animals and nature fit 

together. 

Ages: 4-6 

55468 Carriage House – Science Lab 1pm to 2:30pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

Little Builders 

Tuesday, Wednesday 



Kids can't resist using our collections of Legos, K'nex, 

Marble Works and Tinker Toys to create masterpieces! In 

addition, we will use household materials such as 

toothpicks, spaghetti and more to challenge kids to focus 

on design elements, fun planning and motor function. 

Ages: 4-6 

55476 Carriage House – Science Lab 1pm to 2pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55477 Carriage House – Science Lab 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14



Little Einsteins 




Young scientists will perform hands-on science 

experiments that explode, squish and erupt! They will also 

have the chance to explore outdoors and see how science 

and nature fit together. 

Ages: 4-6 

55474 Carriage House – Science Lab 10am to 11am Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55475 Carriage House – Science Lab 1pm to 2pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

Nature Safari 




Children experience nature up close in our Environmental 

Education Center with live animal visits, farm and garden 

activities, science experiments and hikes in our 20-acre 

nature preserve. 

Ages: 3-5 

55484 Carriage House – Science Lab 9:30am to 10:30am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

55485 Carriage House – Science Lab 9:30am to 10:30am Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

School's Out Eco-Club 

1-Day Session 

Monday, Friday 



Spend your day off with us at the UMLY Environmental 

Education Center! We'll start off feeding and caring for the 

animals in the nature center and at UMLY Farm. We will 

discover the future of gardening with our indoor tower 

gardens, and sample some fresh greens. We'll spend some 

time outdoors in the afternoon (weather permitting) hiking 

and exploring the Cassatt preserve, and walking the goats 

for exercise. Finally, we'll wrap up the day with some 

wacky science experiments in the lab. Please pack a lunch, 

winter coat, and a hat and gloves. No early drop-off or 

late pick-up available. 

Ages: 6-9 

55488 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to 4pm Fri, Jan. 12 

55489 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to 4pm Mon, Jan. 15 

55490 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to 4pm Fri, Feb. 16 

55491 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to 4pm Mon, Feb. 19



Science & Nature 

Thursday 



Young scientists will perform a variety of hands-on 

science experiments that explode, squish, and erupt in our 

fun-filled lab. They will also have the chance to explore 

outdoors and see how science, animals and nature fit 

together. 

Ages: 7-10 

55469 Carriage House – Science Lab 4:30pm to 5:30pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

STEAM Club 

Wednesday 



This class develops children's skills in science, technology, 

engineering, and mathematics. We will team up for fun and 

challenging building projects using K'nex, Legos, and robot 

kits, and also conduct experiments indoors and outdoors 

with our lab equipment. 

Ages: 9-12 

55480 Carriage House – Science Lab 6pm to 7pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

Toddlers in Nature 

Monday, Friday 



Parents and children explore the world of nature through 

live animal visits, related art projects, stories and fun 

games! 

Ages: 1 1/2-3 

55466 Carriage House – Science Lab 10:45am to 11:30am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55467 Carriage House – Science Lab 10am to 10:45am Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 16



UMLY School Of Birding: Birding For Beginners 

2-Day Session 




Did you know that birding is one of the fastest-growing 

recreational activities in America? Find out why with the 

UMLY School of Birding! Beginner bird identification, bird 

song, bird behavior, and other topics are covered with 

hands-on activities alongside our experienced birding 

instructors. Workshops meet in the Carriage House 

Science Lab and include indoor and outdoor lessons. 

Binoculars and field guides are provided. Registration fee 

includes two 3-hour sessions (9am - noon Saturday and 

Sunday). 

Ages: 10-17 

56123 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to Noon Sat, Jan. 13 - Sun, Jan. 14 

56124 Carriage House – Science Lab 9am to Noon Sat, Feb. 17 - Sun, Feb. 18 

Wildlife At Dusk 

Wednesday 



As the sun goes down, many animals are just waking up. 

With hands-on indoors activities and hikes through the 

Cassatt Preserve, this class will focus on owls, raccoons, 

foxes, flying squirrels, and other elusive creatures that are 

seldom seen in full daylight. 

Ages: 7-10 

55483 Nature Center 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wed, Jan. 3- Wed, Feb. 14



YMCA Earth Service Corps (YESC) 

Tuesday 



The Earth Service Corps program was founded in 2001 

and has provided middle and high school students with an 

engaging environmental education program for over a 

decade. Core activities include: Wildlife Science and 

Habitat Restoration, Sustainable Agriculture, Animal Care, 

and Environmental Career Exploration. Through service 

projects, field trips, and expeditions, our students become 

strong, confident and responsible environmental leaders. 

The group meets each Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 

pm, with each week rotating between Environmental 

presentations and hikes, service project planning, guest 

speakers, and team-building games. For more information 

please contact Tony Geiger at tgeiger@ymcagbw.org. 

Ages: 10-17 

52017 Carriage House – Science Lab 6:30pm to 7:30pm Tue, Oct. 3, 2017 - Tue, May 29, 2018 

YESC: Feb. Service Project 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 

Y member rate: Free 

Y non-member rate: Free 

Join YESC at UMLY for various service projects including 

trail maintenance, invasive plant removal, animal care, 

gardening, landscaping, assistance with programs and 

events, and more. This is a great way to log volunteer 

hours while also spending quality time with friends! Dropoff 

is behind the Nature Center at 9am, and pickup is in 

the same location at 1pm. Bring a water bottle and dress 

for the weather. 

Ages: 10-17 

55498 Nature Center Classroom 9am to 1pm Sat, Feb. 10



YESC: MLK Day of Service 

1-Day Session 

Monday 


Y non-member rate: Free 

Join YESC for our Annual Martin Luther King Day of 

Service with projects in the Environmental Education 

Complex. Bring a lunch and dress for the weather! Dropoff 

is behind the Nature Center at 9am, and pickup is in 

the same location at 1pm. 

Ages: 10-17 

55499 Nature Center Classroom 9am to 1pm Mon, Jan. 15 

YESC: Philadelphia Zoo Field Trip 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 



Join YESC as we venture to America's first zoo! We'll check 

out the huge variety of animals who call the zoo home, 

and also get a behind-the-scenes tour of the reptile 

house! Drop-off is at the Carriage House, and pick-up is 

same location. Pack a lunch and dress for the weather! 

Ages: 10-17 

55502 Nature Center Classroom 9am to 3pm Sat, Feb. 17 

YESC: Saturday Night Social 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 



Join YESC for a night of fun at the Y with a night hike, 

campfire, indoor archery, board games, and other teambuilding 

activities! Drop-off is at the Carriage House and 

pick-up is in the same location. 

Ages: 10-17 

55500 Carriage House – Johnson Room 7pm to 10pm Sat, Jan. 6



YESC: Tullytown Landfill Field Trip 

1-Day Session 

Saturday 



Join YESC for an exciting tour of Tullytown Landfill to 

discover just how waste management works. We'll be 

bringing along binoculars for the chance to glimpse bald 

eagles and swarms of gulls that visit the landfill in the 

winter time. Drop-off is at the Carriage House, and pickup 

is at the same location. Pack a lunch and dress for the 

weather! 

Ages: 10-17 

55501 Nature Center Classroom 9am to 3pm Sat, Jan. 20 

Youth Archery 

Monday, Saturday 



Archery, one of the highlights of summer camp, can now 

be enjoyed year-round! Learn the basics of archery from 

one of our summer camp staff. All equipment is provided. 

Ages: 7-10 

55472 Mini Gym 4:30pm to 5:15pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

Ages: 9-11 

55473 Mini Gym 10:30am to 11:15am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17



Events / Family and Community 

Parent's Night Out 

Saturday 


Y non-member rate: N/A 

Parents finally get to see that new movie, sample a hot 

restaurant or just kick back for a quiet night at home. 

Meanwhile, the Y's well-trained and enthusiastic staff 

guides your children through fun activities which may 

include games, crafts and play. Parents Night Out is free 

for family members and is offered every first and third 

Friday night from 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Space is limited. 

Ages: 3 months-6 

55174 ChildWatch 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Jan. 6 

55277 ChildWatch 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Jan. 20 

55278 ChildWatch 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Feb. 3 

55279 ChildWatch 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Feb. 17 

55280 ChildWatch 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, March 3 

55281 ChildWatch 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, March 17 

Ages: 6-11 

55276 Kid Zone 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Jan. 6 

55286 Kid Zone 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Jan. 20 

55287 Kid Zone 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Feb. 3 

55288 Kid Zone 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, Feb. 17 

55289 Kid Zone 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, March 3 

55290 Kid Zone 5:30pm to 8:30pm Sat, March 17



Gymnastics Classes / Sports 

Tiny Tumbling 

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 



We introduce children to the art of movement with the use 

of music, tumbling and games. 

Ages: 3-15 

55515 Mini Gym 1pm to 1:30pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55516 Mini Gym 10am to 10:30am Wed, Jan. 3 – Wed, Feb. 14 

55517 Mini Gym 2:05pm to 2:35pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

Music / Arts and Learning 

Baby Beats 

Wednesday 



Babies nurture development in language, gross and fine 

motor skills, cognition, social and emotional skills, as well 

as playing all sorts of musical instruments. This class 

offers the opportunity for caregivers and child to grow 

their relationship through interactive music and movement 

activities. 

Ages: 2 and under 

55325 Cultural Arts Room #3 9:30am to 10:15am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

Beginning Drumming 

Wednesday 



Learn how to play drums with professional drummer and 

percussionist Brian Doherty. This class will teach children 

the fundamentals of drumming which include beat, rhythm 

technique, and reading. Kids will explore a variety of 

percussion instruments. 

Ages: 4-6 

55328 Cultural Arts Room #3 4pm to 5pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14



Mini Mozarts 

Wednesday 



Children and caregivers build their relationship through 

musical games, instrument play and movement, while 

enhancing development in language and listening skills, 

communication, sensory integration, socialization with 

others, gross and fine motor skills, direction following and 

physical awareness. 

Ages: 1-3 

55326 Cultural Arts Room #3 10:15am to 11am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

Piano Class 

Wednesday 



Ages: 5-8 

55327 Cultural Arts Room #3 5pm to 6pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

Preschool Music 

Wednesday 



In class, your child will sing, listen, experiment, play, and 

dance. They will move their arms, legs, fingers, and toes 

by tapping, clapping, hopping, moving fast, moving slow, 

and more! 

Ages: 3-6 

55329 Cultural Arts Room #3 1pm to 2pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

Rock Band 

Wednesday 



This loud and exciting program allows each performer to 

develop their rock star potential! Whether a budding 

performer or one with some developed skill, all that is 

needed is a desire to rock it out! All musical instruments 

provided. Rock techniques, rhythms and moves will be 

explored and developed. 

Ages: 6-11 

55330 Cultural Arts Room #3 6pm to 7pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14



Personal Training - 1-on-1 / Exercise, Health and Wellness 

Personal Training – 1-Hour Sessions 

Saturday 



The YMCA of Greater Brandywine personal trainers are 

nationally certified professionals who work to empower 

their clients. Personal training provides assistance for 

everything from activities of daily living to becoming fit 

and active. Whether you are just getting started and need 

support, diagnosed with a health concern, an athlete, or 

just looking to make your health a priority, personal 

training at the Y is for you! One-hour sessions can be 

purchased individually or grouped together in a package. 

Multiple session discount available. 


54542 Location TBA 6:30am to 7pm Wed, Nov. 1, 2017 - Mon, Dec. 31, 2018 

Personal Training – 30-Minute Sessions 

Daily 

Y member rate: $22.50 




their clients. Personal training provides assistance for 

everything from activities of daily living to becoming fit 

and active. Whether you are just getting started and need 

support, diagnosed with a health concern, an athlete, or 

just looking to make your health a priority, personal 

training at the Y is for you! Thirty-minute sessions can be 

purchased individually or grouped together in a package. 

Multiple session discount available. 


54549 Wellness Center 6:30am to 7pm Wed, Nov. 1, 2017 - Mon, Dec. 31, 2018



Personal Training - Partners in Training / Exercise, Health and Wellness 

Partners in Training – 1-Hour Sessions 

Daily 





their clients. Partners in training allows you to train with a 

friend, a family member, a teammate or a group of people. 

In a group no larger than 4 people, partners in training 

provides assistance for everything from activities of daily 

living to becoming fit and active. Whether you are just 

getting started and need support, are a group of athletes, 

or just looking to make your health a priority, partners in 

training at the Y can work for you! One-hour sessions can 

be purchased individually or grouped together in a 

package. Multiple session discount available. 


56820 Location TBA 6:30am to 7pm Wed, Nov. 1, 2017 - Mon, Dec. 31, 2018 

Partners In Training - 30 Minute Sessions 

Daily 





their clients. Partners in training allows you to train with a 

friend, a family member, a teammate or a group of people. 

In a group no larger than 4 people, partners in training 

provides assistance for everything from activities of daily 

living to becoming fit and active. Whether you are just 

getting started and need support, are a group of athletes, 

or just looking to make your health a priority, partners in 

training at the Y can work for you! Thirty-minute sessions 

can be purchased individually or grouped together in a 

package. Multiple session discount available. 


56827 Location TBA 6:30am to 7pm Wed, Nov. 1, 2017 - Mon, Dec. 31, 2018



Small Group Training / Exercise, Health and Wellness 

Les Mills GRIT 


Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 



The Les Mills GRIT series features three unique 30-minute 

workouts, including cardio, strength, and plyometrics. 

Each workout is designed to drive different results and is 

led by a certified instructor. A monthly payment plan is 

available. New registrations are accepted anytime and 

there is no commitment, so cancellation can be requested. 


31790 Power and Conditioning Room 5:30am to 6am Tue, Jan. 3 - Tue, Dec. 26 

31791 Power and Conditioning Room 6:30pm to 7pm Tue, Jan. 3 - Tue, Dec. 26 

31792 Group Ex Studio 5:25am to 5:55am Wed, Jan. 4 - Wed, Dec. 27 

31793 Power and Conditioning Room 9:30am to 10am Wed, Jan. 4 - Wed, Dec. 27 

31794 Group Ex Studio 5:25am to 5:55am Fri, Jan. 6 - Fri, Dec. 29 

31795 Power and Conditioning Room 9:30am to 10am Fri, Jan. 6 - Fri, Dec. 29 

31796 Group Ex Studio 6pm to 6:30pm Fri, Jan. 6 - Fri, Dec. 29 

31797 Power and Conditioning Room 8:45am to 9:15am Sun, Jan. 8 - Sun, Dec. 31 

Queenax Warrior 

Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 



Swing into training on our new Queenax Rig! Join our 

certified training staff to learn all the exercises and 

benefits that this piece of equipment can bring you. 

Classes max out at 10 people so be sure to claim your 

spot soon! New registrations are accepted anytime and 

there is no commitment so cancellation can be requested. 



45523 Power and Conditioning Room 6pm to 6:45pm Wed, August 2 - Wed, Dec. 27 


45559 Power and Conditioning Room 6pm to 6:45pm Thu, August 3 - Thu, Dec. 28



TRX 




Experience this fun and empowering form of exercise, 

which will spark your interest and revitalize your routine. 

This training allows users to self-adjust the amount of 

resistance they want, making it suitable for people of all 

fitness levels by making small changes in foot, hand or 

body position. Users can precisely control how challenging 

they want each exercise to be. The TRX will help to 

develop strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability 

simultaneously. Groups are limited to eight participants so 

there is plenty of individual attention to go around. New 

registrations are accepted anytime and there is no 

commitment, so cancellation can be requested. 



31786 Power and Conditioning Room 1:15pm to 2pm Wed, Jan. 4 - Wed, Dec. 27 


50269 Power and Conditioning Room 8:30am to 9:15am Thu, Sept. 7 - Thu, Dec. 28 

Women's Small Group Training 





Work out with other women in a private dedicated space 

with a certified instructor. Learn new techniques like 

functional fitness and foam rolling that maximize your 

time in the gym. New registrations are accepted anytime 

and there is no commitment, so cancellation can be 

requested. 


31788 Power and Conditioning Room 9:15am to 10:15am Tue, Jan. 3 - Tue, Dec. 26 

31789 Power and Conditioning Room 9:15am to 10:15am Thu, Jan. 5 - Thu, Dec. 28



Sports Classes / Sports 

1-on-1 Basketball Training 

Daily 



Individual training is an effective means through which a 

player can improve. We will work closely with each player 

in a training program that provides tangible results. Ball 

handling, shooting, defensive and offensive footwork, 

passing, and rebounding are some of the elements of 

focus during these sessions. Participants will work with 

our trainer to setup a convenient training time. Please 

visit the Front Desk to register. 


44954 Gymnasium 6am to 8pm Sat, July 1 - Sun, Dec. 31 

Partners In Training Basketball Training 

Daily 



Individual training is an effective means through which a 

player can improve. We will work closely with each player 

in a training program that provides tangible results. Ball 

handling, shooting, defensive and offensive footwork, 

passing, and rebounding are some of the elements of 

focus during these sessions. Participants will work with 

our trainer to setup a convenient training time. Please 

visit the Front Desk to register. 


51204 Gymnasium 6am to 8pm Sat, July 1 - Sun, Dec. 31



Preschool Sports 




Kids learn the basics of sports, from learning about being 

a good sport, cheering on your friends and taking turns 

while having fun! 

Ages: 3-6 

55513 Gymnasium 11am to 11:45am Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55514 Gymnasium 1pm to 1:45pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

57389 Gymnasium 1pm to 1:45pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

Sports for Diverse Abilities / Sports 

SNAP Bowling League 


Tuesday 



Spend the night bowling with friends! 


55503 Devon Lanes 7pm to 9pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 20



Sports Leagues/Clinics / Sports 

Preschool Soccer - Spring 2018 

Saturday 



Pass, kick, and shoot your way to a goal in our soccer 

league. This recreational league focuses on the 

development of individual skills, team soccer, and 

character that will challenge every child's ability. 

Volunteer coaches will lead the participants through the 

season, utilizing a curriculum that takes into account the 

physical, mental, and emotional stages of development. 

Ages: At least 3 but less than 6 

42242 Soccer Field 9am to 10am Sat, April 21, 2018 - Sat, June 9, 2018 

Youth Coach Pitch: Ages 6/7 Co-ed - Spring 2018 

9 Week Session 

Saturday 



Here's the pitch...all kids get the chance to hit and play 

the field in this fun-filled instructional league. Volunteer 

coaches will lead kids through drills that teach the basics; 

throwing, catching, and hitting. This recreational league 

focuses on the development of individual skills, rules, and 





The season begins with multiple Skills and Drills sessions. 

The sessions allow coaches and staff to work with kids in 

small groups to prepare for the season, and for some age 

groups, to make evaluations for the benefit of competitive 

balance of teams. 


43818 T-Ball Field #1 11:30am to 12:30pm Sat, April 14, 2018 - Sat, June 9, 2018



Youth Soccer: Ages 5/6 Co-ed - Spring 2018 

9-week session 

Saturday 



Pass, kick, and shoot your way to a goal in our soccer 

league. This recreational league focuses on the 

development of individual skills, team soccer, and 









balance of teams. Schedules will consist of a weeknight 

practice and a Saturday game. Depending on participant 

numbers, travel for games may be required. 


42243 Soccer Field 9am to 2pm Sat, April 14, 2018 - Sat, June 9, 2018 


42244 Soccer Field 9am to 2pm Sat, April 14, 2018 - Sat, June 9, 2018 


42245 Soccer Field 9am to 2pm Sat, April 14, 2018 - Sat, June 9, 2018



Youth T-Ball: Ages 4/5 Co-ed - Spring 2018 

9-week session 

Saturday 



Here's the pitch...all kids get the chance to hit and play 

the field in this fun-filled instructional league. Volunteer 

coaches will lead kids through drills that teach the basics; 

throwing, catching, and hitting. This recreational league 

focuses on the development of individual skills, rules, and 









balance of teams. 


43817 T-Ball Field #1 11:30am to 12:30pm Sat, April 14, 2018 - Sat, June 9, 2018 

Swim for Diverse Abilities / Swim 

Diverse Abilities Swimming 

Thursday, Saturday 



A fun, non-competitive aquatics program for children with 

developmental challenges. Explore abilities, develop skills 

and find the confidence to pursue goals. 


55454 Family & Therapy Pool 7pm to 7:30pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

55455 Family & Therapy Pool 7:35pm to 8:05pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

55456 Family & Therapy Pool 12:30pm to 1pm Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17 

55457 Family & Therapy Pool 1:05pm to 1:35pm Sat, Jan. 6, 2018 - Sat, Feb. 17 

55458 Family & Therapy Pool 1:40pm to 2:10pm Sat, Jan. 6, 2018 - Sat, Feb. 17 

55459 Family & Therapy Pool 2:15pm to 2:45pm Sat, Jan. 6, 2018 - Sat, Feb. 17



Swim Lessons - Adult / Swim 

Teen/Adult - Advanced 

Wednesday 



This level focuses on all strokes and helps participants 

achieve their goals, whether for increased endurance and 

technique or to train for an event. 


55462 Indoor Pool - C 7pm to 7:40pm Wed, Jan. 3- Wed, Feb. 14 

Teen/Adult – Beginner 

Monday 



For those with little experience or who are not 

comfortable in the water. Have fun, build trust, and gain 

confidence. Participants start with breath control and 

progress to floating. Skills and techniques covered include 

breath control, front crawl, and back strokes. 


55460 Indoor Pool - C 7:15pm to 7:55pm Mon, Jan. 8- Mon, Feb. 19 

Teen/Adult - Intermediate 

Tuesday 



This class progresses from beginner swim lessons to 

increase your confidence in the water. Students refine 

basic stroke mechanics, expand their knowledge in the 

water, and improve the overall experience. Skills include 

breaststroke, backstroke, and turns. 


55461 Indoor Pool - B 7:15pm to 7:55pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13



Swim Lessons - Parent/Child / Swim 

Parent/Child Stage A: Water Discovery 

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 



Accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver, infants and 

toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop 

swim readiness skills through fun and confidence-building 

experiences, while parents and/or caregiver learn about 

water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of 

supervision. 

Ages: 6 months-17 months 

55337 Family & Therapy Pool 10am to 10:30am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55338 Family & Therapy Pool 9:50am to 10:20am Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55339 Family & Therapy Pool 10am to 10:30am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

55340 Family & Therapy Pool 9:50am to 10:20am Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

55341 Family & Therapy Pool 9:50am to 10:20am Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 16 

55342 Family & Therapy Pool 8:45am to 9:15am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17 


Parent/Child Stage B: Water Exploration (Perch) 

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 



Designed for infants and toddlers able to enter and exit 

the water with help and to enjoy the water with a parent 

or guardian. In stage B, parents work with their children 

to explore body positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and 

fundamental safety and aquatic skills. 

Ages: 17 months-4 

55344 Family & Therapy Pool 10am to 10:30am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55345 Family & Therapy Pool 10:30am to 11am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 



55348 Family & Therapy Pool 10am to 10:30am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

55349 Family & Therapy Pool 10:30am to 11am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 







55356 Family & Therapy Pool 11am to 11:30am Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 18



Swim Lessons - Preschool / Swim 

Preschool Stage 1: Water Acclimation (Pike) 

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 



For preschool-age children who have never had swim 

lessons without a parent or guardian or are afraid of the 

water. Students develop comfort with underwater 

exploration and a foundation that allows for a student's 

future progress in swimming. By session end, children will 

be able to swim, float, and swim assisted for 5 feet; and 

submerge their head under water. 

Ages: 3-6 

55357 Family & Therapy Pool 10:30am to 11am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55358 Family & Therapy Pool 1pm to 1:30pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 


55360 Indoor Pool - C 4:45pm to 5:15pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 




55364 Family & Therapy Pool 1pm to 1:30pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55365 Family & Therapy Pool 4:45pm to 5:15pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 

55366 Family & Therapy Pool 10:30am to 11am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

55367 Family & Therapy Pool 1pm to 1:30pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 


55369 Indoor Pool - C 6:15pm to 6:45pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 







55376 Family & Therapy Pool 1pm to 1:30pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 16 


55378 Family & Therapy Pool 4:45pm to 5:15pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 16 



55381 Family & Therapy Pool 10am to 10:30am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17 

55382 Family & Therapy Pool 11:30am to Noon Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 18



Preschool Stage 2: Water Movement (Pike Plus) 




Prerequisite: Completion of Stage 1. For preschool-age 

children who are comfortable in the water and able to 

swim and float assisted for 5 feet. In stage 2, students 

focus on body position and control, directional change, 

and forward movement in the water while also continuing 

to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a 

body of water. 

Ages: 3-6 



55385 Family & Therapy Pool 1pm to 1:30pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 









Preschool Stage 3: Water Stamina (Eel) 




Prerequisite: Completion of Stage 2. For Preschool-age 

children who can swim 10 yards unassisted with their face 

in the water and without a flotation device. In stage 3 

students learn how to swim safely from a longer distance 

and also rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg 

action. 

Ages: 3-6 

55394 Family & Therapy Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55395 Indoor Pool - C 6:30pm to 7pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

55396 Family & Therapy Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 13 


55398 Family & Therapy Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 


55400 Family & Therapy Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 


55402 Family & Therapy Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 16 



55405 Family & Therapy Pool 11:05am to 11:35am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17



Preschool Stage 4: Stroke Introduction (Starfish) 




Prerequisite: Completion of Stage 3. For Preschool-age 

children who can swim 15 yards unassisted with their face 

in the water and without a flotation device. Having 

mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional 

water safety skills and build stroke technique. 

Ages: 3-6 

55406 Family & Therapy Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 




55410 Family & Therapy Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 


55412 B Pool 1:30pm to 2pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

55413 Family & Therapy Pool 6:30pm to 7pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 



55416 Family & Therapy Pool 10am to 10:30am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17 


Swim Lessons - Private / Swim 

Private Swim Lessons 

Daily 



Some children learn better in one-on-one settings and 

private swim lessons provide just that! Swimmers receive 

half-hour instruction from a trained swim instructor who 

schedules lessons based on needs. Sign up at member 

service desk. Multi-session discount available. 


54525 Pool 7am to 5pm Wed, Nov. 1, 2017 - Mon, Dec. 31, 2018



Swim Lessons - Semi Private / Swim 

Semi-Private Swim Lessons 

Daily 



One-on-one lessons for two or more participants. Lessons 

scheduled around your needs. Must register as a pair – 

the Y does not match participants. Sign up at member 

service desk. Multi-session discount available. 


54532 Pool 7am to 5pm Wed, Nov. 1, 2017 - Mon, Dec. 31, 2018 

Swim Lessons - Youth / Swim 

Youth Stage 1: Water Acclimation (Polliwog) 

Friday, Saturday 



For school-age children who have never had swim lessons 

without a parent or guardian, or are afraid of the water. 

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration 

and learn to safely exit the water unassisted. This stage 

lays the foundation that allows for a student's future 

progress in swimming. 

Ages: 6-12 


55419 Family & Therapy Pool 10:20am to 11am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17



Youth Stage 2: Water Movement (Polliwog Plus) 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 



Prerequisite: Completion of Stage 1. For school-age 

children who are comfortable in the water and able to 

swim and float assisted for 10 feet. In stage 2, students 

focus on body position and control, directional change, 

and forward movement in the water while also continuing 

to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into 

the body of water. 

Ages: 6-12 


55421 Indoor Pool - C 7pm to 7:40pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 




Youth Stage 3: Water Stamina (Guppy) 





children who can swim 15 yards unassisted with face in 

the water and without a flotation device. In stage 3, 

students learn how to swim to safety from a longer 

distance and also rhythmic breathing and integrated arm 

and leg action. 

Ages: 6-12 







55431 Family & Therapy Pool 10:20am to 11am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17



Youth Stage 4: Stroke Introduction (Minnow) 





children who can swim 15 yards unassisted. Having 

mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional 

water safety skills and build stroke technique. 

Ages: 6-12 




55435 Indoor Pool - C 7pm to 7:40pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 

55436 Family & Therapy Poo 5:30pm to 6:10pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 




Youth Stage 5: Stroke Development (Fish) 





children who can swim 25 yards unassisted and show 

endurance in the water with any stroke or combination of 

strokes. Students in stage 5 work on stroke technique and 

learn all major competitive strokes. The emphasis on 

water safety continues through treading water and 

sidestroke. 

Ages: 6-12 



55442 Indoor Pool - B 5:15pm to 5:55pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 





55447 Family &Therapy Pool 11:05am to 11:45am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17



Youth Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics (Flying Fish) 





children who can swim 50 yards unassisted and show 

endurance in the water with any stroke or combination of 

strokes. In stage 6, students refine stroke technique on all 

major competitive strokes, learn about competitive 

swimming, and discover how to incorporate swimming into 

a healthy lifestyle. 

Ages: 6-12 



55450 Indoor Pool - B 5:15pm to 5:55pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 14 



55453 Family & Therapy Pool 10:20am to 11am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 17 

Swim Team / Swim 

Porpoise 

Thursday 



An entry-level, pre-competitive program with emphasis on 

teaching competitive strokes. Must be able to swim 50 

yards freestyle, 50 yards backstroke and have the basic 

understanding of breaststroke and butterfly. 

Ages: 8-12 

55464 Indoor Pool - C 6pm to 7pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 15 

Porpoise Mini 


Monday & Wednesday 



An entry-level, pre-competitive program with emphasis on 

teaching competitive strokes. Must be able to swim 25 

yards freestyle, 25 yards backstroke and have the basic 

understanding of breaststroke and butterfly. 

Ages: 5-7 

55463 Indoor Pool C/B 4:30pm to 5:15pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Mon, Feb. 19



Tennis / Sports 

Academy Tennis 

Monday 


Y non-member rate: $138.25 

Get an introduction to this exciting sport! This level 

specializes in games that develop hand-eye coordination. 

The focus is on fun, while learning the basics of tennis. 

This class is open to a large age group and will be divided 

based on skill and knowledge of the progression and drills. 

Ages: 9-18 

56409 Indoor Tennis Court 4:30pm to 5:30pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

Academy Tennis 


Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 



Get an introduction to this exciting sport! This level 

specializes in games that develop hand-eye coordination. 

The focus is on fun, while learning the basics of tennis. 

This class is open to a large age group and will be divided 

based on skill and knowledge of the progression and drills. 

Ages: 9-18 

56410 Indoor Tennis Court 6pm to 7pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 20 

56411 Indoor Tennis Court 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 

56413 Indoor Tennis Court 11am to Noon Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

56414 Indoor Tennis Court Noon to 1pm Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

Aces Tennis 

Monday 



This 60-minute program reinforces basic strokes and oncourt 

fundamentals. Drill and point play are introduced. 

With the QuickStart court and low compression balls, 

increased movement drills and a fast-paced tempo in 

Tennis Aces helps players advance and be ready for match 

play at the next level. 

Ages: 6-10 

56415 Indoor Tennis Court 5:30pm to 6:30pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19



Aces Tennis 


Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 



This 60-minute program reinforces basic strokes and oncourt 

fundamentals. Drill and point play are introduced. 

With the QuickStart court and low compression balls, 

increased movement drills and a fast paced tempo in 

Tennis Aces helps players advance and be ready for match 

play at the next level. 

Ages: 6-10 


56417 Indoor Tennis Court 6pm to 7pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 

56418 Indoor Tennis Court 5pm to 6pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

56419 Indoor Tennis Court 6pm to 7pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

56420 Indoor Tennis Court Noon to 1pm Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

56421 Indoor Tennis Court 1pm to 2pm Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

56422 Indoor Tennis Court 1:30pm to 2:30pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 

Core Tennis 

Monday 



Invitation Only. This program is for the player actively 

pursuing year-round competition and sanctioned 

tournament participation. Intensive on-court instruction 

and workouts and off-court sport science topics are 

introduced and discussed. Workouts are offered up to 

three days a week. Players must have prior staff approval 

to register! Contact the Tennis Department for approval 

information. 

Ages: 7-18 

56423 Indoor Tennis Court 4pm to 6pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19



Core Tennis 


Wednesday, Friday 










information. 

Ages: 7-18 

56424 Indoor Tennis Court 4pm to 6pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 

56425 Indoor Tennis Court 4:30pm to 6:30pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23 

Jr. Core Tennis 

Wednesday, Friday 





tournament participation. Workouts are offered up to 



information. 

Ages: 6-12 

56426 Indoor Tennis Court 5:30pm to 7pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

Jr. Core Tennis 


Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 





tournament participation. Workouts are offered up to 



information. 

Ages: 6-12 

56427 Indoor Tennis Court 5:30pm to 7pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 

56428 Indoor Tennis Court 4:30pm to 6pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23 

56429 Indoor Tennis Court 1pm to 2:30pm Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24



Junior Team Tennis 


Friday 



If your kids love swinging a racquet, they will love it even 

more as part of a team. USTA Jr. Team Tennis is designed 

for kids ages 5-18 and for players of all skill levels. USTA 

Jr. Team Tennis brings players together to enjoy 

camaraderie and teamwork, providing a fun environment 

for kids to learn that succeeding is really more about how 

they play the game, win or lose. Play in USTA Jr. Team 

Tennis involves singles, doubles and mixed doubles. Play 

runs in an 8-week season. All players must have a valid 

USTA membership to participate. 

Ages: 7-10 

56430 Indoor Tennis Court 6pm to 8pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23 

Ages: 7-12 


Ages: 7-14 


Ages: 7-18 


Max Core / Core Tennis 


Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 










information. 

Ages: 9-18 

56434 Indoor Tennis Court 5pm to 7pm Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

56435 Indoor Tennis Court 3pm to 5pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 


56437 Indoor Tennis Court 4pm to 6pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22



Max Core Training 


Sunday 










information. 

Ages: 9-18 

56438 Indoor Tennis Court 2pm to 3pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 

Teeny Tiny Tennis 

Monday 



Your child's first experience with tennis. With Teeny Tiny 

Tennis, kids play on shorter courts, with smaller racquets 

and with slower-moving, lower-bouncing balls. Fun drills 

and games with an emphasis on developing hand and eye 

coordination along with basic footwork concepts. 

Ages: 3-5 

56440 Indoor Tennis Court 1:30pm to 2pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19



Teeny Tiny Tennis 


Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 



Your child's first experience with tennis. With Teeny Tiny 

Tennis, kids play on shorter courts, with smaller racquets 

and with slower-moving, lower-bouncing balls. Fun drills 

and games with an emphasis on developing hand and eye 

coordination along with basic footwork concepts. 

Ages: 3-5 

56441 Indoor Tennis Court 9:30am to 10am Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 20 

56442 Indoor Tennis Court 5pm to 5:30pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 20 

56443 Indoor Tennis Court 5pm to 5:30pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 

56444 Indoor Tennis Court 9:30am to 10am Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

56445 Indoor Tennis Court 4pm to 4:30pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

56446 Indoor Tennis Court 5:30pm to 6pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23 

56447 Indoor Tennis Court 9:30am to 10am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

56448 Indoor Tennis Court 12:30pm to 1pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 

Tiny Core Tennis 

Monday 



Small group tennis instruction for the advanced 5- to 7- 

year-old. Additional conditioning and coordination drills 

are combined with stroke development and short rallies. 

Prior approval by the tennis office is needed. 

Ages: 5-7 

56461 Indoor Tennis Court 4:15pm to 5pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

Tiny Core Tennis 


Wednesday, Saturday 



Small group tennis instruction for the advanced 5- to 7- 

year-old. Additional conditioning and coordination drills 

are combined with stroke development and short rallies. 

Prior approval by the tennis office is needed. 

Ages: 5-7 


56463 Indoor Tennis Court 8:45am to 9:30am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24



Tiny Tennis 

Monday 



Tiny Tennis is the perfect extension from Teeny Tiny 

tennis or for your child's first experience with tennis. 

Based on the USTA Quick Start system and our basic 

tennis stroke progression. Fun drills and games with an 

emphasis on developing hand and eye coordination. 

Ages: 5-7 

56449 Indoor Tennis Court 1pm to 1:30pm Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 


Tiny Tennis 


Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 



Tiny Tennis is the perfect extension from Teeny Tiny 

tennis or for your child's first experience with tennis. 

Based on the USTA Quick Start system and our basic 

tennis stroke progression. Fun drills and games with an 

emphasis on developing hand and eye coordination. 

Ages: 5-7 

56451 Indoor Tennis Court 10am to 10:30am Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 20 

56452 Indoor Tennis Court 5:30pm to 6pm Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 20 


56454 Indoor Tennis Court 10am to 10:30am Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

56455 Indoor Tennis Court 4:30pm to 5pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

56456 Indoor Tennis Court 6pm to 6:30pm Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23 

56457 Indoor Tennis Court 10am to 10:30am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 


56459 Indoor Tennis Court Noon to 12:30pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 

56460 Indoor Tennis Court 1pm to 1:30pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25



Adult Advance Drill 

Thursday 



This class offers minimum instruction but makes up for it 

with plenty of hitting. The participant must have a 3.5 

USTA rating or higher and have gained approval from one 

of our trained Tennis Professionals to enroll for this clinic. 

Drills and intense point play geared for the 4.0 and above 

player. This player will have dependable strokes, including 

directional control and depth on both forehand and 

backhand sides on moderate shots, plus the ability to use 

lobs, overheads, approach shots, and volleys with some 

success. Teamwork is evident in doubles play. 


56468 Indoor Tennis Court 8:30pm to 10pm Mon, Jan. 8 –Mon, Feb. 19 

Adult Advanced Tennis Clinic 

Monday 



This is an instructional class and participant must have a 

3.5 USTA rating or have gained approval from one of our 

trained Tennis Professionals to enroll for this clinic. Drills 

and intense point play geared for the 4.0 and above 







56464 Indoor Tennis Court 9am to 10:30am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19



Adult Advanced Tennis Clinic 


Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 



This is an instructional class and participant must have a 

3.5 USTA rating or have gained approval from one of our 

trained Tennis Professionals to enroll for this clinic. Drills 

and intense point play geared for the 4.0 and above 








56466 Indoor Tennis Court 10:30am to Noon Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 


Adult Cardio Tennis 


Thursday 



Cardio Tennis is a fun new group activity featuring drills 

to give players of all abilities an ultimate, high-energy 

workout that combines the features of tennis with 

cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, full body, 

calorie burning aerobic workout. It is a fun group activity 

for anyone looking for a fun way to burn calories. 


56473 Indoor Tennis Court 9am to 10:30am Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22



Adult Drill Clinic 


Sunday, Friday, Saturday 




with plenty of hitting. Work on conditioning, strokes, 

footwork, strategy and tactics. Participants should have a 

3.0 USTA rating or above. Player is fairly consistent when 

hitting medium-paced shots but not comfortable with all 

strokes and lacks execution when trying for directional 

control, depth or power. 


56470 Indoor Tennis Court 10:30am to Noon Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23 

56471 Indoor Tennis Court 8am to 9:30am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

56472 Indoor Tennis Court 10:30am to Noon Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 


Adult Intermediate Clinic 

Monday 



This is an instructional class designed for players with a 

USTA rating of 1.5 to 2.5. This class further builds upon 

the fundamental stroke development, footwork and court 

basics. This class is designed for the student who has 

completed the Starter Clinic or is just returning to the 

game. 


56474 Indoor Tennis Court 9am to 10:30am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

Adult Intermediate Clinic 


Sunday, Wednesday, Saturday 



This is an instructional class designed for players with a 

USTA rating of 1.5 to 2.5. This class further builds upon 

the fundamental stroke development, footwork and court 

basics. This class is designed for the student who has 

completed the Starter Clinic or is just returning to the 

game. 


56475 Indoor Tennis Court 7pm to 8:30pm Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 

56476 Indoor Tennis Court 9:30am to Noon Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24 

56477 Indoor Tennis Court 1:30pm to 3pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25



Adult Mixed League 


Sunday 




56494 Indoor Tennis Court 5pm to 6:30pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 

Adult Performance Clinic 


Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 



This is an instructional class designed for the advanced to 

intermediate player. Players should have completed 

Intermediate Clinic and have a USTA rating of 3.0 or 

higher rating. This player has improved stroke 

dependability with directional control on moderate shots, 

but still lacks depth and variety. This player exhibits more 

aggressive net play, has improved court coverage, and is 

developing teamwork in doubles. 



56479 Indoor Tennis Court 9am to 10:30am Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 

56480 Indoor Tennis Court 7pm to 8:30pm Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

56481 Indoor Tennis Court 9am to 10:30am Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25 

Adult Performance Drill 

Monday 











56482 Indoor Tennis Court 10:30am to Noon Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19



Adult Performance Drill 


Thursday 











56483 Indoor Tennis Court 10:30am to Noon Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

Adult Starter Clinic 

Monday 



This is for new players or returning players who need a 

refresher course. This clinic teaches fundamental strokes, 

footwork and court basics needed for a solid foundation. 


56484 Indoor Tennis Court 9am to 10:30am Mon, Jan. 8 - Mon, Feb. 19 

Adult Starter Clinic 


Sunday, Saturday 



This is for new players or returning players who need a 

refresher course. This clinic teaches fundamental strokes, 

footwork and court basics needed for a solid foundation. 



56486 Indoor Tennis Court 1:30pm to 3pm Sun, Jan. 7 - Sun, Feb. 25



Early Drill 


Thursday 



Get your mornings started with 30 minutes of drills 

followed by play. Register for once or twice weekly class. 

Players should have at least a 3.0 rating. 


56488 Indoor Tennis Court 8am to 9am Thu, Jan. 4 - Thu, Feb. 22 

Early Drill 


Tuesday & Thursday 




followed by play. Players should have at least a 3.0 rating. 


56489 Indoor Tennis Court 8am to 9am Tue, Jan. 2 - Thu, Feb. 22 

Early Drill: Tues - Winter 2018 


Tuesday 






56487 Indoor Tennis Court 8am to 9am Tue, Jan. 2 - Tue, Feb. 20 

Friday Early Drill Clinic 


Friday 






56490 Indoor Tennis Court 9am to 10:30am Fri, Jan. 5 - Fri, Feb. 23



Fun and Games 


Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 



A fast-paced class offers minimum instruction but plenty 

of hitting drills to develop aggressive 2x2 play. Players 

learn to judge where the ball is going, and work on 

improved court coverage. Players are fairly consistent 

when hitting medium paced shots, but may not be 

comfortable with all strokes or lack execution when trying 

for directional control, depth and power. 


56491 Indoor Tennis Court 10:30am to Noon Wed, Jan. 3 - Wed, Feb. 21 


56493 Indoor Tennis Court 9:30am to 11am Sat, Jan. 6 - Sat, Feb. 24

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