Oscar Lasko YMCA Program Guide - Spring 2020

REGISTER TODAY! 

OSCAR LASKO YMCA AND CHILDCARE CENTER 

EARLY & LATE SPRING PROGRAMS 

EARLY SPRING PROGRAMS 

• Begin Monday, March 2 

• Online registration ends 

Sunday, March 1 

Registrations will be accepted in-branch 

through Sunday, March 15. 

LATE SPRING PROGRAMS 

• Begin Monday, April 27 

• Online registration ends 

Sunday, April 26 

Registrations will be accepted in-branch 

through Sunday, May 10. 

OSCAR LASKO YMCA AND CHILDCARE CENTER 

a branch of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine 

1 E. Chestnut Street, West Chester, PA 19380 • 610-696-9622 

ymcagbw.org/programs

EARLY SPRING PROGRAMS 

Please note that everyone is able to register for both early spring and late spring 

program sessions beginning Monday, January 20 for programs offered at the YMCA. 

Below are the important dates: 

• Early Spring (March 2-April 19) 

• Registration for early spring programs begins on Monday, January 20 

and closes online on Sunday, March 1 and in-branch on Sunday, March 15 

• Programs begin on Monday, March 2. 

YMCA members receive discounted rates for programs. See the “Member Rate” by each 

program listing. Please stop by member services if you have any questions.

Click the blue code for pricing and registration details. 

All sessions are for seven weeks unless noted. 

CONTENTS FOR EARLY SPRING PROGRAMS 

Baseball / Sports ................................................................................................................. 2 

Basketball Clinics / Sports ................................................................................................... 3 

Basketball Leagues / Sports ................................................................................................. 3 

Dance / Arts and Learning .................................................................................................... 7 

Fencing / Sports ................................................................................................................ 14 

Gymnastics Classes / Sports .............................................................................................. 15 

Gymnastics Team / Sports .................................................................................................. 18 

Personal Training - 1-on-1 / Exercise, Health and Wellness .................................................. 20 

Personal Training - Partners in Training / Exercise, Health and Wellness ................................ 21 

Preschool Sports / Sports .................................................................................................. 22 

Soccer Classes & Clinics / Sports ........................................................................................ 22 

Soccer Leagues / Sports ..................................................................................................... 23 

Special Needs Programs / Sports ........................................................................................ 24 

Youth & Government / Family and Community ...................................................................... 25 

1 EARLY SPRING PROGRAMS



Baseball / Sports 

Youth Coach Pitch: Ages 6/7 Co-ed 

Saturday 

Y member rate: $85 

Y non-member rate: $120 

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 league focuses on the development of individual skills, 

rules, and character that will challenge every child's ability. 

Volunteer coaches will lead the participants through the season, 

utilizing a curriculum that considers the physical, mental, and 

emotional stages of development. 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. 

Ages: 6-7 

95232 TBD Sat, April 18, 2020 - Sat, June 13, 2020 

Youth T-Ball: Ages 4-5 Co-ed 

Saturday 















Ages: 4-5 





Basketball Clinics / Sports 

Preschool Basketball 

Saturday 



With a focus on developing basic basketball skills, team work and 

sportsmanship, this league is perfect for young children of every 

ability. Volunteer coaches, mindful of the participants? age, 

instruct on basketball skills such as dribbling, passing and 

shooting. Practices and games are limited to one per week and 

occur on a Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of season 

participation award is included with registration. 

Ages: 3-5 

95158 Gymnasium - North/South Sat, April 18, 2020 - Sat, June 13, 2020 

Basketball Leagues / Sports 

Youth Basketball: Ages 11/12 Boys 

Saturday 



Pre-teen boys love this basketball league, which focuses on 

advancing basic skills during practices and play-making and 

strategies during basketball games. Volunteer coaches focus on 

basketball skills, as well as emphasizing team work and 

sportsmanship. There is one practice during the week and one 

game on Saturday or Sunday. A jersey and end of season 


Ages: 11-12 





Youth Basketball: Ages 11/12 Girls 

Saturday 



Pre-teen girls love this basketball league, which focuses on 







Ages: 11-12 


Youth Basketball: Ages 13-15 Boys 

Saturday 



This league is perfect for teenage boys, giving them a fun and 

organized outlet to play basketball. Volunteer coaches focus on 

the continuing advancement of basic basketball skills and 

strategies, with an emphasis on team work and sportsmanship. 

There is one practice during the week and one game on Saturday 

or Sunday. A jersey and end of season participation award is 

included with registration. 

Ages: 13-15 


Youth Basketball: Ages 13-15 Girls 

Saturday 



This league is perfect for teenage girls, giving them a fun and 







Ages: 13-15 



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Youth Basketball: Ages 5/6 Co-ed 

Saturday 



Young athletes focus on developing basic basketball skills, team 

work and sportsmanship. This league is the perfect introduction to 

the sport of basketball. Volunteer coaches instruct children on 

basketball skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting, while 

introducing basic game concepts. Practices and games are limited 

to one per week and will occur on a Saturday or Sunday. A shirt 

and end of season participation award is included with 

registration. 

Ages: 5-6 



Saturday 



This youth league focuses on continuing the development of basic 

basketball skills, team work and sportsmanship for boys of every 

ability. While advancing the participant’s skills in dribbling, passing 

and shooting, volunteer coaches also lead basketball practice drills 

and teach game strategies. There is one practice during the week 

and one game on Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of season 


Ages: 7-8 



Saturday 




basketball skills, team work and sportsmanship for girls of every 






Ages: 7-8 






Saturday 



Although the focus of this league is on the continuing development 

of basic basketball skills, team work, and sportsmanship, this boy’s 

league puts a little more focus on the game of basketball and its 

strategies. Open to boys of all abilities, volunteer coaches lead 

basketball practice drills and offensive and defensive plays with an 

emphasis on having fun. There is one practice during the week and 

one game on Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of season 


Ages: 9-10 



Saturday 




of basic basketball skills, team work, and sportsmanship, this girl’s 


strategies. Open to girls of all abilities, volunteer coaches lead 





Ages: 9-10 



DANCE 

DISCOVER YOUR INNER 

DANCER! 

SIGN UP TODAY! 

YMCA dance classes teach 

balance, flexibility and most 

of all, confidence. 

The Oscar Lasko 

YMCA and Childcare 

Center offers a wide 

variety of dance 

classes including 

ballet, jazz, tap and 

hip hop. 

Dance classes are offered throughout the year, but the 

majority are offered during the school year. Classes are 

open to students of any ability from ages two to adult. 

Many of our classes offer the option to participate 

in dance recitals. 

Zumba, belly dancing, line dancing and other adult exercise classes 

are included with YMCA membership. A full schedule of when these 

drop-in classes are available in our schedules section. 

ymcagbw.org/dance



Dance / Arts and Learning 

Ballet 1 

Saturday 

Y member rate: $45/month 

Y non-member rate: $90/month 

While working to achieve the strict technique of ballet, students 

will also learn ballet terminology, movements, and the five 

arm/feet positions. Students will start each class at the barre 

doing exercises to achieve ballet technique. Then we will move 

onto working on ballet combinations in the center and across the 

floor. The class will also work on flexibility, as well as strength. 

Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers required. A holiday 

and spring recital will be held. Information on recitals and 

costume fees will be emailed to parents. Monthly payment plan is 

available. 

Ages: 6-8 

96982 Dance Studio 1 10am to 11am Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 6, 2020 

Ballet 2 

Wednesday 












available. 

Ages: 7-10 

96983 Dance Studio 1 5:15pm to 6:15pm Wed, September 4, 2019 - Wed, June 3, 2020 




Ballet 3 & 4 

Thursday 












available. 

Ages: 10-18 

96984 Dance Studio 1 4:30pm to 5:45pm Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 4, 2020 

Dance Company 

Monday 



This school year program is by appointment only. Students are 

chosen by the dance teachers. This is a technique-based class 

that includes all aspects of dance. A holiday and spring recital will 

be held; with possible additional performances. Information on 

recitals and costume fees will be emailed to parents. Monthly 

payment plan is available. 

Ages: 10-18 

96993 Dance Studio 2 5:30pm to 7pm Mon, September 9, 2019 - Mon, June 1, 2020 




Demi Dance Company 

Monday 



A younger version of our Dance Company. This school year 

program is by appointment only. Students are chosen by the 

dance teachers. This is a technique-based class that includes all 

aspects of dance. A holiday and spring recital will be held; with 

possible additional performances. Information on recitals and 


available. 

Ages: 7-10 

96994 Dance Studio 1 5pm to 6pm Mon, September 9, 2019 - Mon, June 1, 2020 

Hip Hop 2 

Tuesday 



In hip hop, the students will work on being able to isolate different 

body parts to perform clean and quick movements. Each class will 

start with a warm up to work on strength and isolations. The class 

will then move onto learning and achieving different hip hop 

movements. The class will end with working on a hip-hop routine 

to put everything together. 

Ages: 7-10 

96990 Dance Studio 2 5:15pm to 6:15pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Tue, June 2, 2020 

Hip Hop 3 

Wednesday 









Ages: 10-18 





Hip Hop/Jazz 1 

Wednesday or Saturday 



This school year program focuses on a mixture of jazz and hip-hop 

techniques. Black yoga/stretch pants and black jazz shoes or black 

sneakers required. A holiday and spring recital will be held. 

Information on recitals and costume fees will be emailed to 

parents. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 5-7 


96986 Dance Studio 2 10am to 10:45am Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 6, 2020 

Jazz 2 

Saturday 



Jazz is like a combination between hip hop and ballet. Jazz has a 

strong technique similar to ballet, though jazz is funkier and is 

done to popular music. Jazz is a great class for learning a strong 

technique while also dancing to fun upbeat music! Each class will 

start with a warm up in the center where we will work on strength 

and flexibility. Students will work to achieve a full split. After 

warming up, the class will work on jazz movements and technique. 

Then, will move onto learning a dance routine that puts jazz 

together in a full dance. 

Ages: 7-10 

96987 Dance Studio 1 11am to Noon Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 6, 2020 




Jazz 2 & 3 

Thursday 












Ages: 7-18 


Jazz 3 

Saturday 












Ages: 10-18 





Kinderdance Ballet/Tap 




Each class will start with a warm up and stretch. Half the class will 

be learning the technique, terminology, and feet/arm positions of 

ballet. The second half of class will be tap where the students will 

work on musicality and learning and exploring tap movements. 

Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes 

required. A holiday and spring recital will be held. Information on 



Ages: 5-7 



Modern/Lyrical 1 

Tuesday 

Y member rate: 45/month 


Modern/lyrical is more creative and less strict than ballet, while 

still working on dance technique, strength, flexibility, and 

musicality. Class will start with a warm up to work on technique 

and flexibility. The class will move to center and across the floor 

work to explore different types of movements while maintaining 

technique. The class will end working on a combination that puts 

modern and lyrical together as a whole dance. Modern and lyrical 

are very well-rounded forms of dance that fully explores dance as 

a whole. Students will work to achieve a full split. Black 

yoga/stretch pants and black jazz shoes or ballet slippers required. 

A holiday and spring recital will be held. Information on recitals 

and costume fees will be emailed to parents. Monthly payment 

plan is available. 

Ages: 5-7 






Tuesday 

Y member rate: 

$45/month 















Ages: 8-18 


Pre-Dance Ballet/Tap 

Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday 



This school year program is an introduction to ballet and tap. 





Ages: 3-4 

96975 Dance Studio 1 10am to 10:45am Tue, September 3, 2019 - Tue, June 2, 2020 






Tap 

Thursday 



Work on musicality while learning tap movements. Each class will 

do a warm up, learn tap movements, and work on a tap dance 

combination. Tap shoes are required. A holiday and spring recital 

will be held. Information on recitals and costume fees will be 

emailed to parents. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 7-18 


Fencing / Sports 

Adult Fencing 

Tuesday 



Build skills with conditioning drills and light fencing bouts in this 

fun and exhilarating class. Equipment is provided. 

Ages: 18 and up 

96969 Aerobics Studio 7:30pm to 8:30pm Tue, September 10, 2019 - Tue, June 16, 2020 

Fencing Club 

Sunday 






96970 Aerobics Studio 2pm to 4pm Sun, September 22, 2019 - Sun, June 21, 2020 




Fencing: Beginner 

Friday 






96971 Aerobics Studio 6pm to 7pm Fri, September 13, 2019 - Fri, June 12, 2020 

Fencing: Intermediate 

Friday 







Gymnastics Classes / Sports 

Level 1 Progressive Gymnastics 

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday 



This school year program is for beginners with little or no 

experience and intermediates familiar with basic gymnastics skills. 

Students learn to stretch and flexibility techniques and receive 

instruction on vault, bars, beam and floor. Monthly payment plan is 

available. 

Ages: 5-18 

97008 Gymnastics Room Large 4:30pm to 5:30pm Mon, September 9, 2019 - Mon, June 8, 2020 

97009 Gymnastics Room Large 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wed, September 4, 2019 - Wed, June 10, 2020 

97010 Gymnastics Room Large 4:30pm to 5:30pm Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 11, 2020 

97011 Gymnastics Room Large 10:30am to 11:30am Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 13, 2020 


Gymnastics 

KEEP CALM AND 

TUMBLE ON! 

All kids—ages 3 to 18 


Jump off the beams, flip off 

the bars, follow your dreams 

and reach for the stars! 

The Oscar Lasko 

YMCA and Childcare 

Center gymnastics 

program, right in 

downtown West 

Chester, develops 

more than skills — it 

develops character. 

The Y offers recreational, adapted and progressive 

gymnastics classes for children of all ages. Kids learn and 

develop balance, flexibility, strength and tumbling skills on 

age-appropriate equipment in a fun, open environment. 

“We’ve had a great experience 

with the gymnastics program at 

the Y. Our oldest daughter has 

been in the program for eight 

years, and our youngest for has 

been involved for six years. In 

addition to gymnastics, the 

coaches focus on the full growth 

and development of the athletes. 

They have helped our daughters’ 

build confidence, pushed them to 

do their best and instilled in them 

the importance of being part of 

a team.” 

- Jim and Laura Loeper, Parents 

By invitation only, this competitive gymnastics team follows 

the standards of USA Gymnastics to develop flexibility, 

strength, grace, discipline, coordination, goal-orientation, 

confidence, creativity, leadership and positive self-esteem. 

ymcagbw.org/gymnastics




Monday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday 



This school year gymnastics program is for students with at least 

one year at level 1 or coach's recommendation. Students receive 

intermediate to advanced instruction as they learn to stretch and 

flexibility techniques, as well as instruction on vault, bars, beam 

and floor. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 6-18 



97014 Gymnastics Room Large 4:30pm to 5:30pm Fri, September 6, 2019 - Fri, June 12, 2020 

98580 Gymnastics Room Large 11:45am to 12:45pm Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 13, 2020 

Pre-Team Gymnastics 

Tuesday and Saturday 

Y member rate: $80.83/month 

Y non-member rate: $161.66/month 

This school year gymnastics academy is by placement only. 

Students receive advanced instruction for those considering 

competitive gymnastics. Gymnasts must attend both days and 

must register in person. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 6-18 

97020 Gymnastics Room Large 4:30pm to 6pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Sat, August 15, 2020 

Preschool Gymnastics 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday 



The first instructional gymnastics class without a parent, kids 

enjoy learning on child-sized gymnastics equipment with beginning 

instruction on vault, bars, beam and floor. 

Ages: 3-5 

96997 Gymnastics Room Large 1pm to 1:45pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Tue, June 9, 2020 

96998 Gymnastics Room Large 9:45am to 10:30am Wed, September 4, 2019 - Wed, June 10, 2020 

97000 Gymnastics Room Large 1pm to 1:45pm Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 11, 2020 






Preschool Movement - Parent/Child 

Thursday 



With assistance from a parent, your child will learn balance, 

coordination and socialization through circle time and child-sized 

gymnastics equipment. 

Ages: 20 months-3 years 

96995 Gymnastics Room Large 10:30am to 11am Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 11, 2020 

Recreational Gymnastics 

Friday 



This is a gymnastics class designed for beginner and intermediate 

gymnasts age nine and up. It’s never too late to learn the 

wonderful sports of gymnastics. Students receive instruction on 

vault, bars, beam and floor. The class will follow the level 1 and 2 

progressive gymnastics curriculum. 

Ages: 9-18 


Tumbling Class 

Saturday 



This course teaches basic to advanced tumbling and acrobatic 

skills to enhance your gymnastics, cheerleading or dance. 

Ages: 6-18 

97006 Gymnastics Room Large 2:45pm to 3:45pm Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 13, 2020 




Wiggles - Parent/Child 

Monday 



This 30-minute class is designed for infants 6 to 20 months and 

requires parental participation. The class creates special parentchild 

bonding time through sensory stimulation and physical play. 

Ages: 6 months-18 months 

96996 Gymnastics Room Large 10am to 10:30am Mon, September 9, 2019 - Mon, June 8, 2020 

Youth Gymnastics 

Tuesday or Thursday 



This 60-minute class is designed for children six and up. Beginning 

level instruction of basic skills for tumbling, vaulting, uneven bars 

and balance beam. This class would be great for half-day 

kindergarteners or home school families. 

Ages: 6-18 

97003 Gymnastics Room Large 2pm to 3pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Tue, June 9, 2020 

97004 Gymnastics Room Large 2pm to 3pm Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 11, 2020 

Gymnastics Team / Sports 

Gymnastics Xcel Gold 

Wednesday and Friday 


The gymnastics team (GYMCATS) is by placement only. The student 

MUST be a YMCA member. The team is selected by August. The 

GYMCATS produce champions at the state, regional and national 

levels. Monthly Payment plan is available. 

Ages: 6-18 

97019 Gymnastics Room Large 5:30pm to 8:30pm Wed, September 4, 2019 - Fri, August 14, 2020 




Level 3 Gymnastics Team 







Ages: 6-18 



Monday, Wednesday and Friday 






Ages; 7-18 



Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 






Ages: 7-18 

97017 Gymnastics Room Large 5:30pm to 8:30pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Thu, August 13, 2020 

Level 6 through 9 Gymnastics Team 







Ages: 9-18 



BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT 

YOUR CHILD 

OUR FOCUS 


Know your kids are safe and 

happy in our Before & After 

School Enrichment Programs 

As a working parent, 

you have a lot on your 

plate. Let us help care 

for your children in our 

before and after school 

enrichment programs. 

Full-day care is also 

offered on most school 

holidays. 

“I love the program because the 

staff treats my child like their 

own. They know her strengths and 

weaknesses and they all just fit 

together.” 

- Janeese Richardson, Parent 

Our before and after school enrichment programs are 

full of activities that parents and kids love. Trained staff 

engage kids with everything from homework help to games 

and art projects. 

In mixed-age classrooms, children experience interactive 

learning in an environment carefully prepared by an 

educator who is aware of each child’s needs and abilities. 

The YMCA’s core values of honesty, respect, caring and 

responsibility form the foundation of our program. 

ymcagbw.org/schoolcare



Platinum Gymnastics Team 







Ages: 9-18 


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

Personal Training - 1 Hour Sessions 

Varies 

Y member rate: $55/session 

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine personal trainers are nationally 

certified professionals who work to empower their clients. 

Personal training aids with 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. 


100875 Wellness Center - OLY Noon to 6pm Thu, October 31, 2019 - Thu, December 31, 2020 

Personal Training - 30 Minute Sessions 

Varies 








Y is for you! 30-minute sessions can be purchased individually or 







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

Partners In Training - 1 Hour Sessions 

Varies 




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 aids with 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. 


100861 Location unspecified Noon to 6pm Thu, October 31, 2019 - Thu, December 31, 2020 

Partners In Training - 30 Minute Sessions 

Varies 










at the Y can work for you! 30-minute sessions can be purchased 








Preschool Sports / Sports 

Preschool Sports 

Friday 



Younger sports enthusiasts learn skills for different for games, 

how to play together and have a lot of fun! 

Ages: 3-5 

102660 Gymnasium - West 10am to 10:45am Fri, March 6, 2020 - Fri, April 17, 2020 

Soccer Classes & Clinics / Sports 

Preschool Soccer 

Saturday 



With a focus on developing basic soccer skills, team work and 


ability. Volunteer coaches, mindful of the participant’s ages, 

instruct on soccer skills such as kicking and hands-free play. 

Games are limited to one per week and occur on a Saturday or 

Sunday. A shirt and end of season participation award is included 

with registration. 

Ages: 3-5 

95163 TBD 12:01am to 12:45am Sat, April 18, 2020 - Sat, June 13, 2020 




Soccer Leagues / Sports 

Youth Soccer: Ages 5/6 Co-ed 

Saturday 



Young athletes focus on developing basic soccer skills, team work 

and sportsmanship. This league is the perfect introduction to the 

sport of soccer. Volunteer coaches instruct children on soccer 

skills such as kicking and passing, while introducing basic game 

concepts. Games are limited to one per week and will occur on a 

Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of season participation award 

is included with registration. 

Ages: 5-6 

95214 TBD 12:01am to 1am Sat, April 18, 2020 - Sat, June 13, 2020 


Saturday 




soccer skills, team work and sportsmanship for children of every 

ability. While advancing the participant’s footwork skills in kicking, 

passing and shooting, volunteer coaches also lead soccer practice 

drills and teach game strategies. There is one practice during the 

week and one game on Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of 

season participation award is included with registration. 

Depending on participant numbers, travel for games may be 

required. 

Ages: 7-8 





Youth Soccer: Ages 9-12 Co-ed 

Saturday 



Pre-teens love this soccer league, which focuses on advancing 

basic skills during practices and play-making and strategies during 

soccer games. Volunteer coaches focus on soccer skills, as well as 

emphasizing team work and sportsmanship. There is one practice 

during the week and one game on Saturday or Sunday. A jersey 


registration. Depending on participant numbers, travel for games 

may be required. 

Ages: 9-12 


Special Needs Programs / Sports 

Diverse Abilities Gymnastics 

Saturday 



This program provides gymnastics instruction for children with 

developmental and/or orthopedic challenges. Low student/teacher 

ratio with certified special education gymnastics coach. 

Ages: 1-18 





Youth & Government / Family and Community 

Youth and Government 

Monday 



The Youth and Government club brings the workings of state 

government alive to future leaders. It creates an opportunity for 

students to discuss current state issues with state administrators, 

elected officials, and other students from 40 high schools and 

YMCAs throughout the state! 

Ages: 11-18 

99339 Oscar Lasko YMCA 6pm to 7pm Mon, September 30, 2019 - Mon, April 20, 2020 


KINDERGARTEN 

PREPARED 

FOR SUCCESS! 

Academic, state-licensed 

Kindergarten at the YMCA. 


Kindergarten at the Y prepares 

your child for success 

Licensed by the 

Pennsylvania 

Department of 

Education and 

conveniently located 

in downtown West 

Chester, full-day 

kindergarten at the Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare 

Center prepares children for success. 

“My son has learned above and 

beyond what I expected him to 

learn in Kindergarten. He is reading 

extremely well. He understands 

spelling and can sound out the word 

to spell on his own. He also shares 

what he learned about history, 

science and music. I love that there 

is special time set aside for music.” 

– Beth, Parent 

With before and after extended care from 7:00 am to 

6:30 pm included with tuition, as well as a variety of 

extracurricular activities such as gymnastics instruction, 

swimming lessons and numerous field trips, your child has 

every opportunity to grow and flourish. 

ymcagbw.org/kindergarten

LATE SPRING PROGRAMS 

Please note that everyone is able to register for both early spring and late spring 

program sessions beginning Monday, January 20 for programs offered at the YMCA. 

Below are the important dates: 

• Late Spring (April 27-June 14) 

• Registration for late spring programs begins on Monday, January 20 

and closes online on Sunday, April 26 and in-branch on Sunday, May 10. 

• Programs begin on Monday, April 27. 

YMCA members receive discounted rates for programs. See the “Member Rate” by each 

program listing. Please stop by member services if you have any questions.



CONTENTS LATE SPRING PROGRAMS 

Baseball / Sports ............................................................................................................... 27 

Basketball Clinics / Sports ................................................................................................. 28 

Basketball Leagues / Sports ............................................................................................... 28 

Dance / Arts and Learning .................................................................................................. 32 

Fencing / Sports ................................................................................................................ 39 

Gymnastics Classes / Sports .............................................................................................. 41 

Gymnastics Team / Sports .................................................................................................. 44 

Personal Training - 1-on-1 / Exercise, Health and Wellness .................................................. 46 

Personal Training - Partners in Training / Exercise, Health and Wellness ................................ 47 

Preschool Sports / Sports .................................................................................................. 48 

Soccer Classes & Clinics / Sports ........................................................................................ 48 

Soccer Leagues / Sports ..................................................................................................... 49 

Special Needs Programs / Sports ........................................................................................ 50 

26 LATE SPRING PROGRAMS



Baseball / Sports 

Youth Coach Pitch: Ages 6/7 Co-ed 

Saturday 















Ages: 6-7 


Youth T-Ball: Ages 4-5 Co-ed 

Saturday 















Ages: 4-5 





Basketball Clinics / Sports 

Preschool Basketball 

Saturday 



With a focus on developing basic basketball skills, team work and 


ability. Volunteer coaches, mindful of the participant’s age, 

instruct on basketball skills such as dribbling, passing and 

shooting. Practices and games are limited to one per week and 

occur on a Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of season 


Ages: 3-5 


Basketball Leagues / Sports 


Saturday 



Pre-teen boys love this basketball league, which focuses on 







Ages: 11-12 






Saturday 



Pre-teen girls love this basketball league, which focuses on 







Ages: 11-12 


Youth Basketball: Ages 13-15 Boys 

Saturday 



This league is perfect for teenage boys, giving them a fun and 







Ages: 13-15 


Youth Basketball: Ages 13-15 Girls 

Saturday 



This league is perfect for teenage girls, giving them a fun and 







Ages: 13-15 





Youth Basketball: Ages 5/6 Co-ed 

Saturday 



Young athletes focus on developing basic basketball skills, team 

work and sportsmanship. This league is the perfect introduction to 

the sport of basketball. Volunteer coaches instruct children on 

basketball skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting, while 

introducing basic game concepts. Practices and games are limited 

to one per week and will occur on a Saturday or Sunday. A shirt 


registration. 

Ages: 5-6 



Saturday 




basketball skills, team work and sportsmanship for boys of every 






Ages: 7-8 



Saturday 




basketball skills, team work and sportsmanship for girls of every 






Ages: 7-8 






Saturday 




of basic basketball skills, team work, and sportsmanship, this boy’s 


strategies. Open to boys of all abilities, volunteer coaches lead 





Ages: 9-10 



Saturday 




of basic basketball skills, team work, and sportsmanship, this girl’s 


strategies. Open to girls of all abilities, volunteer coaches lead 





Ages: 9-10 



BIRTHDAY PARTIES 

MEMORABLE PARTIES! 

WORRY FREE! 


Planning your child’s birthday 

party can be so overwhelming... 

there’s so much to be done and 

it can be so expensive! 

Let the YMCA of Greater 

Brandywine take the worry 

away. Schedule your next 

birthday party at the YMCA 

and leave the planning to us! 

“Thank you to the YMCA staff 

for making my daughter’s 

first birthday a fun and 

memorable one!” 

– Jennifer N., Parent 

From princess fairy parties to ninja parties to sports 

parties, tea parties, and more, there’s no place quite 

like the Y to have your child’s next birthday party. Tons 

of options, activities and themes to choose from such 

as ceramics, moon bounces, Zumba, and more. And most 

important of all – very reasonable prices! 

Contact your local branch more information 

or to schedule your party. 

ymcagbw.org/birthday



Dance / Arts and Learning 

Ballet 1 

Saturday 












available. 

Ages: 6-8 

96982 Dance Studio 1 10am to 11am Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 6, 2020 

Ballet 2 

Wednesday 












available. 

Ages: 7-10 





Ballet 3 & 4 

Thursday 












available. 

Ages: 10-18 


Dance Company 

Monday 



This school year program is by appointment only. Students are 

chosen by the dance teachers. This is a technique-based class 

that includes all aspects of dance. A holiday and spring recital will 

be held; with possible additional performances. Information on 



Ages: 10-18 

96993 Dance Studio 2 5:30pm to 7pm Mon, September 9, 2019 - Mon, June 1, 2020 




Demi Dance Company 

Monday 



A younger version of our Dance Company. This school year 

program is by appointment only. Students are chosen by the 

dance teachers. This is a technique-based class that includes all 

aspects of dance. A holiday and spring recital will be held; with 

possible additional performances. Information on recitals and 


available. 

Ages: 7-10 

96994 Dance Studio 1 5pm to 6pm Mon, September 9, 2019 - Mon, June 1, 2020 

Hip Hop 2 

Tuesday 









Ages: 7-10 


Hip Hop 3 

Wednesday 









Ages: 10-18 





Hip Hop/Jazz 1 




This school year program focuses on a mixture of jazz and hip-hop 

techniques. Black yoga/stretch pants and black jazz shoes or black 

sneakers required. A holiday and spring recital will be held. 

Information on recitals and costume fees will be emailed to 

parents. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 5-7 



Jazz 2 

Saturday 












Ages: 7-10 





Jazz 2 & 3 

Thursday 












Ages: 7-18 


Jazz 3 

Saturday 












Ages: 10-18 





Kinderdance Ballet/Tap 




Each class will start with a warm up and stretch. Half the class will 

be learning the technique, terminology, and feet/arm positions of 

ballet. The second half of class will be tap where the students will 

work on musicality and learning and exploring tap movements. 





Ages: 5-7 







Tuesday 
















Ages: 5-7 



Tuesday 
















Ages: 8-18 





Pre-Dance Ballet/Tap 

Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday 



This school year program is an introduction to ballet and tap. 





Ages: 3-4 

96975 Dance Studio 1 10am to 10:45am Tue, September 3, 2019 - Tue, June 2, 2020 



Tap 

Thursday 



Work on musicality while learning tap movements. Each class will 

do a warm up, learn tap movements, and work on a tap dance 

combination. Tap shoes required. A holiday and spring recital will 

be held. Information on recitals and costume fees will be emailed 

to parents. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 7-18 


Fencing / Sports 

Adult Fencing 

Tuesday 






96969 Aerobics Studio 7:30pm to 8:30pm Tue, September 10, 2019 - Tue, June 16, 2020 




Fencing Club 

Sunday 






96970 Aerobics Studio 2pm to 4pm Sun, September 22, 2019 - Sun, June 21, 2020 

Fencing: Beginner 

Friday 







Fencing: Intermediate 

Friday 










Gymnastics Classes / Sports 


Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 



This school year program is for beginners with little or no 

experience and intermediates familiar with basic gymnastics skills. 

Students learn stretching and flexibility techniques and receive 

instruction on vault, bars, beam and floor. Monthly payment plan is 

available. 

Ages: 5-18 


97009 Gymnastics Room Large 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wed, September 4, 2019 - Wed, June 10, 2020 




Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 



This school year gymnastics program is for students with at least 

one year at level 1 or coach's recommendation. Students receive 

intermediate to advanced instruction as they learn stretching and 

flexibility techniques, as well as instruction on vault, bars, beam 

and floor. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 6-18 




98580 Gymnastics Room Large 11:45am to 12:45pm Sat, September 7, 2019 - Sat, June 13, 2020 




Pre-Team Gymnastics 

Tuesday and Saturday 


Y non-member rate: $161.66/month 

This school year gymnastics academy is by placement only. 

Students receive advanced instruction for those considering 

competitive gymnastics. Gymnasts must attend both days and 

must register in person. Monthly payment plan is available. 

Ages: 6-18 

97020 Gymnastics Room Large 4:30pm to 6pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Sat, August 15, 2020 

Preschool Gymnastics 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday 



The first instructional gymnastics class without a parent, kids 

enjoy learning on child-sized gymnastics equipment with beginning 

instruction on vault, bars, beam and floor. 

Ages: 3-5 

96997 Gymnastics Room Large 1pm to 1:45pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Tue, June 9, 2020 

96998 Gymnastics Room Large 9:45am to 10:30am Wed, September 4, 2019 - Wed, June 10, 2020 

97000 Gymnastics Room Large 1pm to 1:45pm Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 11, 2020 



Preschool Movement - Parent/Child 

Thursday 



With assistance from a parent, your child will learn balance, 

coordination and socialization through circle time and child-sized 

gymnastics equipment. 

Ages: 20 months-3 years 

96995 Gymnastics Room Large 10:30am to 11am Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 11, 2020 




Recreational Gymnastics 

Friday 



This is a gymnastics class designed for beginner and intermediate 

gymnasts age nine and up. It’s never too late to learn the 

wonderful sport of gymnastics. Students receive instruction on 

vault, bars, beam and floor. The class will follow the level 1 and 2 

progressive gymnastics curriculum. 

Ages: 9-18 


Tumbling Class 

Saturday 



This course teaches basic to advanced tumbling and acrobatic 

skills to enhance your gymnastics, cheerleading or dance. 

Ages: 6-18 


Wiggles - Parent/Child 

Monday 



This 30-minute class is designed for infants 6 to 20 months and 

requires parental participation. The class creates special parentchild 

bonding time through sensory stimulation and physical play. 

Ages: 6 months-19 months 

96996 Gymnastics Room Large 10am to 10:30am Mon, September 9, 2019 - Mon, June 8, 2020 




Youth Gymnastics 

Tuesday or Thursday 



This 60-minute class is designed for children six and up. Beginning 

level instruction of basic skills for tumbling, vaulting, uneven bars 

and balance beam. This class would be great for half-day 

kindergarteners or home school families. 

Ages: 6-18 

97003 Gymnastics Room Large 2pm to 3pm Tue, September 3, 2019 - Tue, June 9, 2020 

97004 Gymnastics Room Large 2pm to 3pm Thu, September 5, 2019 - Thu, June 11, 2020 

Gymnastics Team / Sports 

Gymnastics Xcel Gold 








Ages: 6-18 









Ages: 6-18 






Monday, Wednesday and Friday 






Ages: 7-18 









Ages: 7-18 


Level 6 through 9 Gymnastics Team 







Ages: 9-18 


Platinum Gymnastics Team 







Ages: 9-18 





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

Personal Training - 1 Hour Sessions 

Varies 








Y is for you! One-hour sessions can be purchased individually or 




Personal Training - 30 Minute Sessions 

Varies 








Y is for you! 30-minute sessions can be purchased individually or 







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

Partners In Training - 1 Hour Sessions 

Varies 










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





Partners In Training - 30 Minute Sessions 

Varies 










at the Y can work for you! 30-minute sessions can be purchased 








Preschool Sports / Sports 

Preschool Sports 

Friday 



Younger sports enthusiasts learn skills for different for games, 

how to play together and have a lot of fun! 

Ages: 3-5 

102661 Gymnasium - West 10am to 10:45am Fri, May 1, 2020 - Fri, June 12, 2020 

Soccer Classes & Clinics / Sports 

Preschool Soccer 

Saturday 



With a focus on developing basic soccer skills, team work and 


ability. Volunteer coaches, mindful of the participant’s ages, 

instruct on soccer skills such as kicking and hands-free play. 

Games are limited to one per week and occur on a Saturday or 

Sunday. A shirt and end of season participation award is included 

with registration. 

Ages: 3-5 





Soccer Leagues / Sports 


Saturday 



Young athletes focus on developing basic soccer skills, team work 

and sportsmanship. This league is the perfect introduction to the 

sport of soccer. Volunteer coaches instruct children on soccer 

skills such as kicking and passing, while introducing basic game 

concepts. Games are limited to one per week and will occur on a 

Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of season participation award 

is included with registration. 

Ages: 5-6 



Saturday 




soccer skills, team work and sportsmanship for children of every 

ability. While advancing the participant’s footwork skills in kicking, 

passing and shooting, volunteer coaches also lead soccer practice 

drills and teach game strategies. There is one practice during the 

week and one game on Saturday or Sunday. A shirt and end of 

season participation award is included with registration. 

Depending on participant numbers, travel for games may be 

required. 

Ages: 7-8 





Youth Soccer: Ages 9-12 Co-ed 

Saturday 



Pre-teens love this soccer league, which focuses on advancing 

basic skills during practices and play-making and strategies during 

soccer games. Volunteer coaches focus on soccer skills, as well as 

emphasizing team work and sportsmanship. There is one practice 

during the week and one game on Saturday or Sunday. A jersey 


registration. Depending on participant numbers, travel for games 

may be required. 

Ages: 9-12 


Special Needs Programs / Sports 

Diverse Abilities Gymnastics 

Saturday 



This program provides gymnastics instruction for children with 

developmental and/or orthopedic challenges. Low student/teacher 

ratio with certified special education gymnastics coach. 

Ages: 1-18 



CHILDCARE AND EARLY 

LEARNING CENTERS 

LEARN. ENGAGE. THRIVE. 


Provide your child a warm and supportive 

environment in which to grow. 

At the eight branches of the 

YMCA of Greater Brandywine, 

many childcare and early 

learning programs are offered 

for children six weeks to six 

years old including: 

• Childcare 

• Preschool and Pre-K 

Led by certified teachers, children are provided with hands-on learning 

experiences through a comprehensive, research-based curriculum 

known as Creative Curriculum, which focuses on exploration and 

discovery as a way of learning. In addition, our programs participate in 

the Keystone STARS program, which promotes high quality standards 

in early learning and school aged programs. 

Because of the YMCA’s facilities and offerings, many of our programs 

also include swim lessons, sports, gymnastics, music and more.* In 

addition, classes available at the YMCA such as dance and karate can 

be added on to your child’s day,* with YMCA staff ensuring each child 

moves safely from one activity to the next. 

Finally, because of donations to the YMCA’s Annual Campaign, we are 

able to offer financial assistance to those unable to afford the standard 

fees. Contact or visit your local YMCA branch for more information. 

*Programs vary by branch. Ask your local branch for details. 

“My kids and I love the YMCA’s 

childcare program! The staff is 

vested in the children and it shows 

in how they respond to them. I find 

it very reassuring to know that my 

children are in great hands while 

I’m at work.” - Parent 

ymcagbw.org/childcare

Oscar Lasko YMCA Program Guide - Spring 2020

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