NEW***Tae-Kwon-Do, Kickboxing & Self-Defense
Days: Tuesday & Thursday 13 yrs. and up 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 pm
Cost: Members $53 Non-member $85
This program is unlike any other martial arts or fitness program for young people. It is designed to help your child reach their highest potential in life and in school. The students will learn the importance of self respect, self discipline, goad setting and perseverance all while having fun!!! We believe in praise, encouragement and positive reinforcement. Parents that work with us as a team, will enjoy seeing their child strive for excellence, at school, at home and at Kickboxing.
Deep Water – High Energy/Low Impact Aerobics
Upper and lower body moves to firm, strengthen and sculpt the muscles by using the water’s natural resistance. Benefits include increased flexibility and increased endurance. Done in deep water. A great way to get in shape and have fun all while placing little to no stress on your joints!
- Days: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
- Times: 5:00 – 5:45 p.m.
- Cost: Members FREE Non-Member $90
Twinges in the Hinges
This program is in conjunction with the Arthritis Foundation. The class will improve flexibility and mobility for individuals with joint or muscular problems. Seven week program.
- Days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
- Times: 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
- Cost:Members FREE Non-Member $65
- Days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
- Times: 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
- Cost: Members FREE Non-Member $65
Lifeguard Certification
A YMCA lifeguard certification class for ages 16 and up, who want to work as a lifeguard. This program is a 28 hour program that prepares the participant for any situation or problem the working lifeguard may face. Swimming ability is a must! Times to be announced. Contact the Y at 663-6529 for schedule information.
Step Aerobics (7 weeks)
Upbeat aerobic work-out for all levels.
Days: Mon/Wed/Fri Time: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $85
Days: Tues/Thurs(chair) Time: 8:30 – 9:00 am
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $65
Days: Saturday Time: 8:30 – 9:30 am
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $35
Keiser Spinning Class
This is a seven week program of spinning. The instructor take you through a biking program.
Days: Monday – Friday Time: 5:30 – 6:30 am
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $85
Days: Mon/ Wed Time: 8:45 – 9:30 am
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $85
Days: Tues/ Thurs Time: 5:15 – 6:15 pm
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $85
Days: Saturday Time 8:30 am
Cost: Members FREE Non Member $55
Racquetball Courts
Open when the Y is open. Free to Members, $10.00 per hour for Non Members, in addition to Guest Fees.
GET IT ALL – WORKOUT
“Get it All” Workout – Aerobics, Weights, Core, Mat Exercises, Balance and Stretching
Looking for a great way to get in shape? Then join us for a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time.
Days: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $85
School-Age After School Program
The After School Program is for children grades K-8 attending the North Adams Public Schools, Clarksburg Elementary School and CT Plunkett. The program is licensed through EEC (Early Education and Care). Programming includes swimming, arts & crafts, homework help, socialization, small group activities,and sports activities. We accept full enrollments. We accept vouchers from New England Farm Workers. Financial assistance is available.
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 2:30pm – 5:30pm
Cost: $70/week
2 Days $35
3 Days $50
Swim Instructors needed
Swim Instructors-
We are looking for instructors for our your swim classes – For you have experience to teach – are caring, have clear communication- great with children- please call the Y for more information
TRY A CLASS ON US
Whether its yoga, Zumba, Spinning, Step Aerobics, Water Step, Kick boxing…sometimes you just need to try it out. Ask for more information at the Welcome Desk.
NEW CLASS – YOGA
Yoga is BACK- In this class, we will review the basic yoga asanas (poses), explore a few “flow” sequences, do some pranayama (yoga breathing techniques) and try a bit of meditation. Renew your energy, bring strength and flexibility to your body, and let go of stress as you explore the beauty of yoga. Beginners are welcome.
Mondays and Wednesday 5:15-615
Instructor: Mary Edgerton
Members : FREE
Non Members : $85
YMCA Girls Instructional Basketball/Whitney League – Gr. 1-3
A girls instructional Basketball Program. Skills Stressed. Lowered Baskets. Smaller balls. Informal Games played later in the season. Basketball fun first!
Open registration October 9 and 11, 2012 from 6:00 – 7:30 at the YMCA
Registration Deadline is October 27, 2012
Days: Saturdays Starting November
Time: 9:00 – 10:30am
Costs: Members $35 Non-Member $40 Siblings $20
YMCA Girls Basketball League/Whitney League – Gr. 3-8
Join us for basketball fun! Instruction in basketball fundamentals as well as competitive league play. All players play in the games. League scheduled from November through February. Inexperienced players encouraged to join. Players also have weekly practices.
Open registration is October 9th and 11th from 6:00 – 7:30 at the YMCA Forms available at the YMCA
Registration Deadline is October 27, 2012
Junior Division (Grades 3-5): Click here for schedule
Senior Divsion (Grades 5-8): Click here for Schedule
Costs: Members $35 Non-Member $40 Siblings $20
ITS ALL FUN AND GAMES-SUMMER CAMP AT THE Y
REGISTER NOW FOR
SUMMER CAMP 2013
With over 23 different summer camp programs- there is something for every child-
CHECK OUR CAMP PAGE-(click below
Y Celebrates Reaching Campaign Goal
The Northern Berkshire Y wants to thank everyone you pledged donations to our Reach Out For Youth campaign. This we exceded our goal of $40K. Thanks to you over 800 youth, families and seniors can enjoy our many programs.
Before and After-School Care openings still available
These programs are licensed through EEC (Early Education and Care). After-school includes swimming, arts & crafts, nutritional education/cooking program, and sports activities.
FEBRUARY SCHOOL VACATIN CAMP
COME EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF THE YMCA’S February Vacation Camp. Monday- February 18, 2013-Friday -February 22, 2013. The fun starts at 8:30 am and ends at 5:30 pm. Your child will enjoy swimming, sliding, gym activities, ZumbAtomic, bowling at Mt. Greylock Bowl and a magic show by Artheous the Magician.
Tuition is $30.00 per day. Available for additional hours and cost; Before Care 7:00 a.m. 8:30a.m $5.00 per day/$25.00 per week.
If your child has a Youth membership there is a 10% discount/Family membership 15% discount.
We also offer financial assistance for those who qualify and we also accept New England Farm Workers vouchers.
Welcome Everywhere in New England!
Starting June 1st, your YMCA membership card will provide you with free access to any YMCA membership Facility in New England. We are for healthy living and we want you to stay active and keep moving! Now, we have made sure there is a Y wherever you are. So get out and Explore New England, visit friends and relatives, and remember to take your Y card with you.
All YMCA members from Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont, will be welcome – Free with their current YMCA ID card anywhere in New England.
Some restrictions may apply so please check the Y you plan to visit by going to their website and clicking on My Y/Every Y to learn more.
Photo ID also required.
Parent / Child Swim Lessons
A parent/child water adjustment class for the very young. A six week program. Ages: 6 – 36 months
Tuesdays 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Saturdays 9:00 am – 9:30 am
Family Memberships $30 Members $53 Non-Members $85
Pikes & Eels (Pre-School Swim Lessons)
PIKES LEVEL 1 - This is a beginner level for children who are comfortable in the water but have no formal instruction. Children work on front and back floats, kicking with a kink board, front and back paddle strokes, jumps, water and boat safety. Ages 3 – 5 years (Class Ratio 1:5)
EELS LEVEL 2- This class will review Pike skills, swim without floatation device, practice rhythmic breathing, water games, somersaults, and treading water. Ages 3 – 5 years (Class Ratio 1:5)
RAYS/STARFISH LEVEL 3 This class is for children who are 4-6 and can swim without a bubble on their front or back (comfortably) (Class Ratio 1:5)
Days:
Monday (Pikes only) 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Monday 4:45 pm – 5:15 pm
Tuesday (Pikes, Rays only) 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Wednesday 4:45 pm – 5:15 pm
Thursday (Eels only) 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Saturday 9:00 am- 9:30 am
Family Memberships $30 Members $53 Non-Members $85
Polliwogs, Guppies, & Minnows (Youth Swim Lessons)
POLLYWOGS LEVEL 1 - This class is for beginning swimmers, who may or may not be comfortable in the water and may not have previous swim instruction. The class will focus on basic swim skills such as kicking, floating, stroke development and water safety. Ages 6 years & up (Class Ratio 1:7)
GUPPIES LEVEL 2- In this class, children will continue to build upon the basic skills they learned in Polliwog. They will work on swimming on their front and back 20 feet without assistance. The class will focus on stroke development, rhythmic breathing and rescue skills. Ages 6 years & up (Class Ratio 1:7)
MINNOWS LEVEL 3 & UP- This class is for intermediate swimmers who are able to swim 25 yards of front crawl with rhythmic breathing and back crawl. This class focuses on continued stroke development, introduction to Breast Stroke, Butterfly and elementary Backstroke, and continued emphasis on rescue skills. Ages 6 years & up (Class Ratio 1:10)
Days: Times:
Monday 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Tuesday (Minnow only) 6:00 pm-6:45 pm
Wednesday 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday (Minnow only) 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm
Saturday 9:30 am – 10:15 am
Family Memberships $30 Members $53 Non-Members $85
ZUMBA
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Easy to do, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party workout.
Time: 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member – $85
Strength Training TBA
Day: Thursday
Time: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Cost: Members FREE Non-Member-$50
First Aid / CPR Training
Check with the Y at 663-6529 for details and schedule information. Ask for Alyssa or email at anappi83@hotmail.com
Before Care
Before Care is available to children attending Brayton Elementary School.
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 7:00am – 8:25am
Cost: $25/week
Free Babysitting
The Northern Berkshire YMCA is pleased to announce that babysitting is back in full swing. The babysitting program is a place where YMCA members can comfortably leave their children in a safe, loving and nurturing enviroment while they work out at the Northern Berkshire YMCA. babysitting is offered at no charge on Monday – Thursday 5:00pm – 7:00 pm.
LEARN TO SWIM
The Northern Berkshire Y is running a Learn to Swim Program August 20th to August 24th for NON- Swimmer or who need to improve their swimming strokes.
The program is a 5 day session Monday through Friday.
The first 50 children to sign pay only $10 for the 5 days of sessons- SO SIGN UP NOW!!!
Ages 4 to 6
years will meet 10:30 to 11:00 am.
Ages 7 to 12
years will meet 11:00 to 11:30 am.
Cost for the Learn to Swim Program is $10.00 per
child
If you ave any questions please call the Alyssa Nappi at the YMCA 413-663-6529
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New YMCA Website Launched!
Welcome to the Northern Berkshire YMCA’s new website! We have redesigned it with our members in mind. Everything you need to know about the YMCA is all here. From schedules, to announcements, to printable forms, this new website is sure to keep you well informed.
Always Here For The Community
“The Y truly makes my day”
I belong to the YMCA for a lot of reasons, but I think that the most beneficial for me is the swimming; it gets me energized as well as being with a lot of nice people. I look forward to going to the Y on a daily basis and hope that I can continue for a long time. It truly makes my day.
Betty Coussoule
Fellowship and Friendships
I continue to belong and use the YMCA facilities at the YMCA because I enjoy the fellowship and friendships that I’ve made over the years. I also am happy to support an organization that helps my local community.
-Anonymous
MORE CONFIDENCE IN THE POOL
“i am amazed of the quality of swim lessons that the Y offers. My son has always been nervous about swimming even at our home pool- the first day of swim lessons at the Y he was very nervous and it took about of prompting to get in the water; but the instructor worked with him and after the first class, he doesnt want to get out. And now just after one session he is so much more confident in the water. MY son knows how to be safe in the safe and his confidence is very high- thank you YMCA – we will be back next session.”
Tracy McConnell
Summer Camp
Camp Abenaki is an outdoor environmental education day camp designed to provide campers with a variety of activities that challenge their skills, creativity and personal growth.
Learn More
Pool Party
The YMCA offers birthday party rentals on Saturdays from 12:00-2:00 p.m. or 3:00-5:00 p.m. and Sundays 12:30-2:30 p.m. or 1:30-3:30 p.m. The first hour is for cake, presents, games, etc. in our afterschool room and the second hour is in the pool.
The fees are as follows: $125 for non-members/$90 for members for 20 swimmers in the pool. The fee is $140 for non-member/$105 for members if there are more than 20 swimmers in the pool.
The following is a list of rules for the rental:
The children are welcome to use the gymnasium for basketball if it is not scheduled for YMCA programs.
If you wish, you may come in one half hour before your party to decorate. No silly string allowed. We have a refrigerator on the premise for cake and ice cream.
« It is your responsibility to clean up (streamers, balloons, piñatas, etc.) after your party. Your party will be responsible for sweeping and spot cleaning the floor and tables and any other disorder created during your party.
« Use of the afterschool/ Preschool equipment is prohibited.
« For children that are not potty trained, please make sure they wear a swimmers diaper (Swimmies) in the pool.
NEW “LIKE US” on Facebook
Northern Berkshire Y is finally on facebook- check us out- right now a whole of bunch of great photos for the community Halloween party-Thank you Greylock Federal Credit Union for supporting this event of over 600 families and youth.
Child Watch
Child Watch While You Work Out!!!
Take a class or use the facility
Let our caring staff babysit your child, infant to 10 years old, while you workout or take a class at the Y…
Monday and Wednesday 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Monday and Wednesday Childwatch will be in the Panda Room.
If there are no children by 6:15 pm the babysitting room will be closed for the evening.
YMCA’s New Teen Center
The new Teen Center was unveiled Monday, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by state Sen. Benjamin Downing, D-Pittsfield, Mayor Richard J. Alcombright and members of the Y’s Board of Directors.
Executive Director Justin Ihne said a $25,000 grant from the Amelia Peabody Foundation paid for the renovations to the space — a former computer lab and adjacent baby-sitting area — along with new computers, a double basketball shoot-out game, two Wii consoles and a foosball table
Creative Dance
Children will work on creative movement through stretching activities and dance movements. They will also work on balance, leaps and jumps.
Instructor: Jenny Moulton
Day: Thursdays 5:30 pm-6:15 pm Ages: 4-6yrs
Cost: Member $53 Non-member $85
Aquastep
Step exercise in the pool. Aerobic conditioning utilizing the resistance of water and the movement of stepping. Build muscle, increase endurance, lose weight, and improve your heart rate.
- Days: Tuesday and Thursday
- Time: 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
- Cost: Members FREE Non-Member $85
Koala and Panda Preschool Program
The Koala and Panda Rooms are the Northern Berkshire YMCA’s preschool programs. The programs are licensed through EEC (Early Education and Care). It is designed to accommodate families who need a full time preschool program, serving children ages 2 years 9 months through Kindergarten. The children will practice skills that will prepare them for kindergarten. As a part of our everyday activities, children will have the opportunity to swim, with instructed swim lessons twice a week. Our program also provides a hot nutritious lunch for your child. We accept vouchers from New England Farm Workers. Financial assistance is available.
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 7:30am – 5:30pm
Cost: $150/week $30/per day
ZUMBATOMIC COMES TO THE Y
The Northern Berkshire YMCA is proud to announce that Becky Miner, of Zumba in the Berkshires, is partnering with the YMCA to bring Zumbatomic® to the youth of Berkshire county.
Zumbatomic® classes are high-energy fitness-parties that offer real results. Packed with specially choreographed routines and the latest music, like hip-hop, reggaeton and cumbia, Zumbatomic classes increase focus and self-confidence, boost metabolism and improve coordination. More than just a great reason to head to the YMCA, Zumbatomic classes make getting fit a fun family experience too. Financial assistance is always available.
Lifeguarding Class at the Y-NEW WINTER SPECIAL RATE
MAKING
SAFER
COMMUNITIES
American Red Cross Lifeguard Class
at the Northern Berkshire YMCA
Dates: NEW CLASS COMING JANUARY 2013
Cost: $175.00 (includes ditigal book and cpr mask)
Recerts availalbe during the 2nd weekend- $90 (included ditigal book and mask)
Contact the YMCA to sign up 413-663-6529
If you have any questions please E-mail jihne@ymcanb.org or call at 663-6529
State-of-the-Art Wellness Center
The Northern Berkshire YMCA is proud to announce its new State of the Art Wellness Center-
WHATS NEW- our lower Wellness Center has been completely transformed!!
- New rubberized floor- Wellness Room and Spinning Room
- 13 PARAMOUNT Curcuit Strength Training stations
- Plate loaded Linear Leg Press
- New PRECOR tread mill belts
- New olympic bars
- 110 & 120 dumbells
- fresh paint
- Dual Pully w/ Touch screen trainer
- Synergy 360 Functional trainer
- WI-FI
- additional lighting
YMCA CLOSING UPDATE 12:21- 2/8/13
With the NEMO on the way- the YMCA CHild Care program will end at 3pm today and the YMCA will close at 4pm today- We are also going to plan on opening at 12noon Saturday- YMCA/ Whitneys Basketball is canceled; Youth Swim Lessons are canceled and parents are encouraged to sign up for an extra class over the next 2 weeks- call the Y for more information
KICK the WINTER AWAY
C0-ED Youth Indoor Soccer League
Northern Berkshire YMCA 2013
February 23th to April 21st
Registration Starts January 16th
For grades Pre-K through 5th
All Games are played on Saturday mornings from 9-1
Registration applications available at the YMCA
Preschool Program
The Northern Berkshire YMCA’s full day Preschool Program is opened year round from 7:30-5:30 Monday-Friday and is licensed by The Department of Early Education and Care. Our preschool program is for children 2 years 9 months through 5 years of age. Our preschool program has two classrooms with a ratio of 1 caring staff member to 10 children.
Our program is designed to help your child prepare for kindergarten through a variety of interest/learning centers. Our certified staff that is invested in helping your preschooler grow will emphasize socialization skills, preschool readiness skills and physical exercise. Our program includes:
- a nutritious hot lunch
- swimming 3 times a week including 2 swim lessons by our certified swim instructor
- caring, certified staff
- preschool readiness skills
- refer a friend program
- financial assistance available
- we accept New England farm workers
Due to recent school tragedies, our preschool classrooms are now locked for children’s’ safety.
Tuition and Enrollment
Enrollment:
Monday-Friday (5days)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday (3 days)
Tuesday, Thursday (2 days)
Tuition: $30.00 per day/$150.00 per week
Financial Assistance is available for those that qualify. We also accept vouchers from New England Farm Workers.
Click here to down to download the Preschool Enrollment Packet.
Free Youth Membership
Children enrolled in our licensed preschool program will receive a free youth membership to the Y. Register your child for swim lessons or one of our sports leagues including basketball, soccer and T-Ball at a discounted price.
NEW BOOT CAMP w/ STEVE RONDEAU
Join Steve every Saturday morning from 830-930 for a complete workout- using the main gym, YMCA grounds- Steve will get you moving, sweating and see results-Call the Y for more details
Hoosac Tunnell Soocer League 2013
Season Begins September 7th thru October 26th
Early Bird before June 29th
$40 community member
$30 Y member
$20 sibling
REGULAR RATE -July 1st – August 15th
$45 community member
$35 Y member
$20 sibling
Oops I forgot to Sign Up RATE – After Aug 15th
$50 community member
$45 Y member
$20 sibling
Tuition and Enrollment
Before Care Enrollment: Monday-Friday $5.00 per day/$25.00 per week
After Care Enrollment: Monday-Friday $14.00 per day/$70.00 per week
Two days $35.00 per week
Three days $50.00 per week
Price includes half days, school cancellations and most holidays. Financial Assistance is available for those who qualify. We also accept vouchers from New England Farm Workers.
Click here to download the Before Care Enrollment Packet.
Click here to download the After School Care Enrollment Packet.
School Vacation Camps
Our School Age program also offers care during the North Adams Public School vacation in December, February, and April. Activities will include swimming, arts and crafts, gym activities, outdoor play and team building skills.
Tuition and Enrollment:
Before Care: Monday-Friday $5.00 per day/$25.00 per week
Vacation Camp: Monday-Friday (5days) $30.00 per day/$150.00 per week
Camp 2 days $30.00 per day/$60.00 per week
Camp 3 days $30.00 per day/$90.00 per week
February School Vacation Camp
COME EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF THE YMCA’S February Vacation Camp. Monday- February 18, 2013 to Friday -February 22, 2013.
The fun starts at 8:30 am and ends at 5:30 pm. Your child will enjoy swimming, sleding, gym activities, bowling at Mt. Greylock Bowl and a magic show by Artheous the Magician. Tuition is $30.00 per day.
Available for additional hours and cost; Before Care 7:00 a.m. 8:30a.m $5.00 per day/$25.00 per week.
If your child has a Youth membership there is a 10% discount/Family membership 15% discount. We also offer financial assistance for those who qualify and we also accept New England Farm Workers vouchers.