Youth, Teen & Family
After School Programs
Supplemental Programs Include:
- Math Games
- Reading & Writing Activities
- Hands-on Science Projects
- Dance, Music & Art Workshops
- Muzzy French
- Fitness & Yoga
| After-School Weekly Options & Rates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Facility Members | Program Associates | |
| * 5 Days Blended + | $78 | $83 |
| 5 Days Regular + | $70 | $75 |
| 4 Days + | $64 | $69 |
| 3 Days | $52 | $59 |
| 2 Days | $34 | $41 |
| 1 Day | $21 | $26 |
| Transportation Fee | $1.50 per day | $2 per day |
* Blended Rate (see above)
+ Indicates registration incentives. Incentives are available to YMCA Facility Members and Program Associates choosing 4- and 5-day options.
Kym Rhayne, Child Care Director, at 773-3646 x447,
or Katie Dwan, School-age Coordinator, at 774-6026.
Game Room
A Supervised Play Space for Kids Ages 6 & up. To enjoy the Game Room as an independent activity, kids must have a Facility Membership. Program Associates must be attending a YMCA class to use the Game Room. Y-Time and Y-Family Fun times may only be utilized by those with Family Facility Memberships. Parents must be in the building during these hours.
Tournaments will be held Tuesdays through Thursdays during the first and third weeks of every month. Games will be divided into age groups (7-10, 11-12) and will begin at 4 p.m. Prizes will be given to top finishers. Tournaments will be held for pool, ping pong, air hockey, checkers/ Connect 4, basketball game and foosball.
Adult Games: Adults are encouraged to use the Game Room weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For any game needs, the Back Desk clerk can provide equipment. And beginning this fall, on Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. we’re hosting a Ping Pong Club. Come enjoy a little friendly competition!
New Kinds of Fun! We’re forming a high school-age Pool Club to meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. The club will be headed by Rich Winter, our own pool enthusiast. Kids will have the opportunity to learn and enhance understanding of rules, techniques and strategies. We’re also planning a Youth Pool Club for younger kids starting in October. Meeting on Saturdays, this club will teach kids the basics of playing the game of pool, all while they’re having a blast with their friends. Youth hours are Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. During school vacation weeks, the Game Room will be open for kids at 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
| Youth Game Room Schedule G-Grade School, M-Middle School, H-High School |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Monday through Friday | 3 to 6 p.m. | G, M - Open | |
| Monday through Friday | 6 to 8 p.m. | Y-Time/Y-Family Fun | |
| Saturdays | Oct. 7-28 | 9 a.m. to Noon | G, M, H |
| May 5 to June 16 | 9 a.m. to Noon | G, M, H | |
| Nov. 4 to Apr. 28 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | G, M, H | |
| 4 to 4:45 p.m. | Y-Time/Y-Family Fun | ||
| Oct. to May | 7 to 9:30 p.m. | Y-Nights/6th, 7th, 8th grades (1st & 3rd Sats.) | |
| Sundays | Nov. 5 to Apr. 29 | Noon to 4 p.m. | G, M, H |
| 4 to 4:45 p.m. | Y-Time/Y-Family Fun | ||
Note: Video games require coins to play.
Angelo Thomas at 773-3646, ext. 436.
Y Family Fun
Kids love to play with their parents. We offer you an easy way to have some fun with your children without the stress of planning or supervising activities.You are free to simply enjoy yourself and your kids!
Children must be accompanied by an adult during Y-Family Fun. Participants must be part of a YMCA Family Membership. Babysitting is available for a fee for children 6 weeks to 6 years old, Monday through Friday, 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Child Watch. Babysitting is FREE for Gold Family Members on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
There’s lots of fun in store for this year’s 2nd Saturdays. With themed activities, arts & crafts, family play in the gym, Gymnastics Center and lots more, we know you and your kids will find there’s no better place for Saturday Night Family Fun!
| 2nd Saturdays (6:30-8:30 p.m.) | |
|---|---|
| October 14 | Open House Welcome |
| Join us for ice cream, bounce house, games & more! | |
| December 9 | Winter Holidays Night |
| Come celebrate a variety of winter holidays, design cookies, create crafts and have a picture with Santa! | |
| February 10 | Family Valentine Party |
| Make a card, climb the rock wall for candy and dance with your children, all in one fun night! | |
| April 14 | Family Carnival/PrYde Stride/Healthy Kids Day |
| Annual YMCA Fitness Walk/Run; lots of carnival-style games, bounce house, rock-climbing wall, family obstacle course! | |
Parents Night Out! (for kids ages 6 to 12) Alternating dates with “2nd Saturdays”, “Parents’ Night Out” allows you to go out and enjoy yourself while we watch the kids, providing Game Room fun, swimming, gym games, snacks, arts & crafts, and even pizza (50 cents a slice)! And new this year... let us plan your evening. We’ll be offering activities and events such as Movie Night and Yoga just for you while your children are having fun elsewhere. Take advantage of Parents’ Night Out and treat your whole family. Fee: $10 for the first child in a family; $5 for each subsequent child. Pre-registration is required; cancellations by 2 p.m. on event days are entitled to refunds. Mark these dates for your dates!
Evening Enrichment Program
September 2006 to June 2007
*Please Note Schedule is Subject to Change*
| Monday | |
|---|---|
| 6:00-8:00 | Game Room Activities, Kid-Fit Open Workout Ages 11-12; parent-supervised ages 7-10 |
| 7:00-7:28 | Family Fast Track/FitLife Center |
| 7:00-7:45 | Family Swim |
| Tuesday | |
| 6:00-8:00 | Game Room Activities |
| 7:00-7:30 | Kid-Fit Supervised Workout - Ages 7-12 |
| 7:00-7:45 | Recreational Youth & Family Swim (Sept. 5 to Feb. 24 only) |
| Wednesday | |
| 6:00-8:00 | Game Room Activities, Kid-Fit Open Workout Ages 11-12; parent-supervised ages 7-10 |
| 7:00-7:28 | Family Fast Track/FitLife Center |
| 7:00-7:45 | Family Swim |
| Thursday | |
| 6:00-8:00 | Game Room Activities |
| 7:00-7:30 | Kid-Fit Supervised Workout - Ages 7-12 |
| 7:00-7:45 | Recreational Youth & Family Swim (Sept. 5 to Feb. 24 only) |
| Friday | |
| 6:00-8:00 | Family Gym Time (Gym A); Kid-Fit Open Workout Ages 11-12; parent-supervised for ages 7-10; Game Room (open until 8:30 p.m.) |
| 6:30-7:30 | Family Fun/Gymnastics Center (ages 0-8 with parents) |
| 7:00-7:28 | Family Fast Track/FitLife Center |
| 7:00-8:00 | Family Swim |
| 7:30-8:30 | Family Fun/Gymnastics Center (ages 6-14 with parents) |
| Saturday | |
| 3:15-4:00 | Recreational Youth & Family Swim |
| 4:00-4:45 | Game Room Activities (ages 6-14 & families) - November 4 to April 28 Kid-Fit Open Workout Ages 11-12; parent-supervised for ages 7-10 |
| 4:00-5:15 | Family Swim |
| 6:30-8:00 | Gymnastics Center Family Fun (ages 0-14 with parents) - October 7 to May 19 Family Swim - October 7 to May 19 |
| 6:30-8:30 | "2nd Saturday" Family Events/Parents' Night Out Alternating months October to April |
| Sunday | |
| 2:30-4:00 | Recreational Youth & Family swim - November 5 to June 10 |
| 3:00-4:00 | Family Swim - October 1 to 29 |
| 3:30-4:30 | Parent-Supervised Family Fun in the Gym |
| 4:00-4:45 | Game Room Activities - November 5 to April 29 Kid-Fit Open Workout Ages 11-12; parent-supervised ages 7-10 |
Birthday Parties
Pool Party (Ages 6 to 14) This is an open recreational swim in which kids can play water games if they choose. Available Saturdays, September 9 to June 16, from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m., and Sundays, October 1 to June 10, from 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. Fees: Facility Members $70, Program Associates, $85, Non-members $95.
Aquatic Underwater Adventure Party (Ages 8 and up) The Underwater Adventure Party is taught by a certified NAUI instructor and will introduce kids to scuba, masks, fins and snorkels. Participants must have basic swimming skills. Arrangements can be made to have cake after the 45-minute swim party. There is a maximum of 8 participants per party. This party is offered Saturdays, September 9 to June 16, from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m., and Sundays, October 1 to June 10, from 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. Fees: Facility Members $75, Program Associates, $90, Non-members $100.
Game Room Party (Ages 8 to 14)
Gym Party (Ages 6 to 16) Parties in our gymnasium include one hour of non-stop fun and action-packed games which can include indoor soccer, floor hockey, volleyball and basketball. A YMCA staff member will set up equipment and referee the activity. This party, based on 18 participants with one instructor, is offered Saturdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Fees: Facility Members $70, Program Associates, $85, Non-members $95.
Climbing Wall (Ages 6 to 14) Scale the Y’s indoor rock-climbing wall under the watchful eye of a YMCA climbing instructor. Climbers wear safety belts and are belayed at all times. Half the gym may also be available for soccer, basketball or floor hockey. For an additional fee of $30, a Y staff person can lead gym games. Fee is based on five participants; an additional fee of $20 would be required for a second instructor for up to 10 children. This party is offered Saturdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Fees: Facility Members $70, Program Associates, $85, Non-members $95.
Obstacle Course Party (for all ages) For the Obstacle Course Party a fun, age-appropriate course will be set up by the Y’s party staff to provide an hour of non-stop activity for your child’s friends. The course includes climbing, crawling, swinging and jumping activities. Your fee includes a bouquet of balloons. The fee is based on 18 participants with two instructors. This party is offered Saturdays, from 4 to 5 or 5:15 to 6:15 p.m., and one Sunday a month between the hours of 1 to 3 p.m. Fees: Facility Members $100, Program Associates, $120, Non-members $140.
Options and fees are below, based on party numbers mentioned above. Additional charges apply for larger groups.
| Cake Rooms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Social Room (with complete kitchen) | ||
| FM: $20 | PA: $25 | NM: $30 |
| (Note: Additional $5 for oven use.) | ||
| Lecture Room | ||
| FM: $15 | PA: $20 | NM: $25 |
Call early to inquire about booking a party; time slots fill quickly. The party fee and $25 security deposit for the cake room must be paid in full when you reserve your party. You will receive an 80 percent refund if you cancel two weeks or more before the party. There are no refunds for cancellations with less than two weeks’ notice. Regarding refunds due to bad weather, contact the appropriate program director. For general information, call Wanda at 773-3646, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reservations must be made in person with payment to reserve your party date.
Special Events
Elks National Hoop Shoot: For youths ages 8 to 13 (as of 4/1/06).
Basketball Free Throw Contest at the YMCA (January 7, 2007)
Players will be divided into three age groups. Local winners will move on to the district finals. Event will be followed by a free supper provided by the Elks’ Club for all participants and their families.
- Girls Competition from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
- Boys Competition from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Healthy Kids Day & PrYde Stride:
Annual Fitness Walk/Run for Families (Saturday, April 14, 4:30 p.m.)
Choose to walk or run a half-mile or full mile. This is a great, fun event for the whole family! The first 100 entrants will receive T-shirts and all kids receive a refreshment treat at the finish line. Following the PrYde Stride is our Family Carnival in the YMCA gymnasium, featuring a bounce house, games, rock-climbing wall, gymnastics family obstacle course and food. Registration fee for the PrYde Stride is $6. Races are timed and awards for top finishers will be given (for one-mile only).
Sports
Climb and Run Classes
(Ages 3 to 5)
These fun and energetic classes teach kids to play in a group and interact appropriately with one another. Each class features a warm-up game, running tag games and a 15-minute introduction to a sport – either basketball, pillo floor hockey or soccer. The second half of the class is spent bouldering on the rock-climbing wall and when kids are ready, climbing with a harness. Offered Sessions 1 through IV.
Soccer (Indoor/Outdoor)
Fall & Spring Soccer Leagues (Ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 12)
This league meets Tuesdays and Thursdays to teach and reinforce basic kicking, passing and dribbling skills to younger and newer players, while coaching advanced players to bring their skills to the next level, learning defensive and offensive strategies as well as advanced passing and dribbling techniques.
Fall/Spring PreSchool Soccer (Ages 4 & 5)
In both indoor and outdoor environments (see Session schedule) preschool-age kids learn the game in a fun and stimulating environment that focuses on cooperation, teamwork and sportsmanship while challenging developing skills and building self-confidence.
Gymnastics Classes
We are happy to announce our new Gymnastics curriculum for the 2006-2007 program year, in which all participants will be provided with appropriate instruction based on ability, not age, and will receive complete Skill Evaluations at the end of each session to mark their progress. And we’re also pleased to announce that we will feature two public performances each year, at the holidays and in spring, where class participants can have the opportunity to show off their skills.
Be sure to visit the Gymnastics page for more information.
Floor Hockey (Indoor)
(Ages 4 and 5)
Preschool-age children will learn the fundamentals of floor hockey including shooting, puck handling, passing and goal tending. The YMCA provides standard floor hockey equipment for this program; classes are held in the Adams Studio.
Dance
PreSchool Dance (Ages 3.5 to 5)
This brand-new preschool movement program is a fun introduction to dance utilizing a variety of music. Your child will learn very basic positions and steps through the session. Classes will be held in the Wellness Studio and Gymnastics Center.
| Days/Times | |
|---|---|
| Mondays 3:30-4:15 p.m. | Dance only |
| Wednesdays 9:30-11:00 a.m. | Preschool dance and gymnastics: 40 minutes each with a short break in between. |
| Saturdays 11:00-11:45 a.m. | Dance only |
| Monday/Saturday Fees | |
| Gold Family Members | $40 |
| Silver Members | $50 |
| Program Associates | $60 |
| Wednesday Fees | |
| Gold Family Members | $55 |
| Silver Members | $75 |
| Program Associates | $115 |
Beginning Dance (Ages 5 to 7)
A variety of dance movements will be taught including ballet, jazz and modern. This is a fun way to develop grace, strength and coordination.
| Days/Times | |
|---|---|
| Mondays | 4:45-5:45 p.m. |
| Fridays | 3:30-4:30 p.m. |
| Saturdays | 12:00-1:00 p.m. |
| Fees | |
| Gold Family Members | $48 |
| Silver Members | $52 |
| Program Associates | $65 |
Introduction to Performance Dance (Ages 7+)
This beginner-level dance is designed for children of all skill levels. Original dance pieces will be created and performed through a unique and exciting student/instructor collaboration. Classes will be held in the Wellness Studio. (Starts September 11)
| Days/Times | ||
|---|---|---|
| Wednesdays | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Ages 7 to 10 |
| 4:30-5:30 p.m | Ages 11 and up | |
| Fees | ||
| Gold Family Members | $55 | |
| Silver Members | $75 | |
| Program Associates | $115 | |
Be sure to visit the Adult Fitness page for more dance information for adults.
Aquatics
Swim Lessons (Skippers)
Children learn to move through the water, independent of adult support, and learn basic water safety skills. Bubbles may be worn.
Level II - Intermediate
Children learn basic swimming techniques and move toward greater independence. Child should willingly put his/her face in the water. Bubbles may be worn.
Level III - Advanced
Children voyage into confidence, increase endurance and learn swim stroke techniques. Children are creatively challenged, develop watermanship and learn more about basic water safety. Children should be wearing only one or no bubbles and should be comfortable in deep water.
All Skipper levels are offered during each time period and may be combined depending on abilities within the class.
Parent/Child Swimming
A fun activity to develop your child’s gross motor skills...
Each class begins with a 45-minute segment in the Gymnastics Center where the children, with your help, participate in age-appropriate activities that develop balance, coordination and creativity. The second segment is a 30-minute swim that allows your child to become oriented to an aquatic environment and enjoy being in the water. While your child is active and playing, you have the chance to socialize with other parents.
Be sure to visit the Aquatics page for more information.
Child Care
The YMCA Child Care Center provides a fun, diverse, safe and comfortable environment for kids ages 5 to 14. The Center, at 51 Allen Street, is three floors of play and learning space with a large outdoor field and a variety of playground equipment. Before-school care includes healthy snacks, quiet games and stories, and a low-impact fitness program. After-School care centers on values-based curriculum incorporating music, physical education, dance, art, homework help and more. And new this year is a Junior Leaders Program for 5th- to 8th-graders who are interested in developing leadership skills while still having a safe place to go after school.
Before- & After-School programs are Department of Early Education & Care (DEEC) licensed and strive to provide the best programs for school-age kids. We believe that quality care involves accommodating individual styles and needs in a predictable environment which fosters the development of responsibility and social skills.
The Before- & After-School Program meets all staff requirements of the DEEC including a staff/child ratio of no more than 1:13, documented experience, reference checks and confidential criminal record checks. We encourage parents to spend time getting to know our staff and observing our program. Transportation to the Child Care Center is provided from all Greenfield Public Schools; travel arrangements must be confirmed with the Child Care Director before beginning the program. Sliding fees for Y Child Care are available for those unable to obtain funding from the State Voucher Program. Limited assistance is provided on a first-come, first-serve basis, providing 25 to 80 percent off for qualifying families. Priority is given to those registering for 5-day options, then 4 days. The 3-day and 2-day registrations are accepted if and when there is a weekly match (i.e. if one child attends on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and another registers for Tuesday and Thursday. Other combinations may apply).
YMCA Full-Day PreSchool
**Versatile and Varied Curriculum for 3- to 5-year-olds**
| Hours | |
|---|---|
| PreSchool | 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
| Early Care | 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. |
| Late Care | 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. |
| Blended Care | 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Our PreSchool classrooms include: a Library Center for promoting language and reading readiness skills as well as fostering an appreciation for literature; a Fine Motor Center, where kids develop hand-eye coordination and visual perception skills, and enhance problem-solving, classification, and discrimination skills; the Science & Math Discovery Center, which provides tactile stimulation, encourages sensory investigation, teaches problem-solving skills and stimulates cognitive development by encouraging children to reason, analyze, explore and classify. And of course there’s lots of individual instruction, allowing teachers to work with children one-on-one or in small groups to reinforce specific concepts or provide individually targeted challenges. All the children are encouraged to learn how to work independently with materials that enhance cognitive skills and keep them challenged.
For more than 20 years we’ve strived to meet your child’s needs in all areas of early learning and development while foster independence, building self-esteem, and teaching/modeling the core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Our Y-PreSchool is fortunate to have such a complete and well-rounded curriculum that features a variety of hands-on and physical experiences from which young children learn best. And with lots of social and free play time, our preschoolers happily enjoy their first structured learning experience.
We offer families a 36-week school year program or a 48-week option that includes our 9-week summer program. Early and late care are available, as well as flexible weekly scheduling.
| Sample Y-PreSchool Day | |
|---|---|
| 6:30-8:30 | Early Care |
| 8:30-9:00 | Drop-off/Free Play |
| 9:00-9:10 | Clean-up |
| 9:10-9:30 | Morning Meeting |
| 9:30-10:00 | Washing/Snack |
| 10:00-10:15 | Circle: books, songs, games |
| 10:15-11:00 | Activities: Art, Learning Centers |
| 11:00-11:20 | Clean-Up/Change |
| 11:20-12:00 | Swim Lessons/Gymnastics/PhysEd |
| 12:00-12:30 | Lunch |
| 12:30-1:00 | Quiet activities/Bathroom needs |
| 1:00-1:15 | Read Aloud (prepare for rest) |
| 1:15-2:00 | Rest |
| 2:00-2:15 | Rejuvenate/Wash |
| 2:15-2:45 | Snack |
| 2:45-3:30 | Activities/Outside |
| 3:30-5:30 | Late Care Enrichment |
Rainbow Room: The Rainbow Room is our room designed especially for younger learners, with age-appropriate projects, room setup and group activities emphasizing socialization, colors, numbers, letters and shapes. The Rainbow Room will shine bright with the many creative contributions of early learning.
Explorers Room: Our Explorers classroom is designed for the 4- and 5-year-olds preparing for the next stage of their education. The curriculum includes a mix of kindergarten readiness activities, including language and writing skills as well as math-based activities.
Both classrooms of students take part in weekly gymnastics and swimming lessons as well as daily activities in art, science, math, music and physical education. We also utilize topic-specific curriculum for developmental and social growth, all while having a great time watching the day fly by. With top-notch, certified staff (1:8 ratio) who are invested in helping your preschooler grow, the Y’s full-day PreSchool program is the perfect place to introduce your child to structured learning.
YMCA Half-Day Allen Street PreSchool
Enrollment open to the entire Franklin County Community
| Hours | |
|---|---|
| September to June | 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. |
| Half-Day Allen Street PreSchool Fees | |
| Mon/Wed/Fri | $155 monthly |
| Tues/Thurs | $125 monthly |
| Mon-Fri | $270 monthly |
Call us about our Half-day Allen Street Y-PreSchool Program, now in its second year at our Child Care Center, conveniently located near downtown Greenfield. For little ones ages 2.9 to 5, we’re planning an even bigger and better program this year that will continue to feature a strong academic backbone. Pre-reading, counting, language, colors, shapes and more will be introduced to your little learner, in addition to daily active, social play and physical education.
Choose from our Monday/Wednesday/Friday option for 3.5- to 5-year-olds, our Tuesday/Thursday option for ages 2.9 to 3.5, or our five-day program for mixed ages.
Our classroom is designed for age-appropriate activities preparing preschoolers for the next stage of their education. The curriculum includes a mix of introductory learning and kindergarten-readiness activities through language, writing and math-based activities. We also utilize topic-specific structured lessons for developmental and social growth. And there’s no shortage of free play and hands-on fun with the variety of indoor and outdoor activities in the morning’s schedule. In the care of dedicated and compassionate staff (no more than 1:10 ratio) who are invested in helping your preschooler grow, your child is in a safe, nurturing place at the Half-day PreSchool, where he/she will enjoy this first stage of independent exploration and discovery.
Space is Limited; Act Now!
| Sample Day at Allen Street PreSchool | |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:15 a.m. | Arrival/Attendance/Free Activity |
| 9:15-9:45 | Daily Theme/Instruction Meeting |
| 9:45-10:00 | Snack |
| 10:00-10:30 | Art |
| 10:30-11:00 | Daily Theme Lesson |
| 11:00-11:30 | Outside Play/Physical Education |
| 11:30 | Dismissal |
More News from the Allen Street Child Care Center...
Our YMCA is pleased to introduce a wealth of brand-new extracurricular and enrichment programs at our Allen Street facility, including new Y-AfterSchool activities and Evening Enrichment Classes that coordinate with Y-AfterSchool scheduling. In our Evening Enrichment classes, we expect to feature a range of arts, expression and movement programs throughout the year; plans include two-part packages that may feature combinations of some of the following subjects:
- Fine Arts: watercolor painting, mixed media craft projects, Ukrainian egg decorating and other special projects
- Reading & Writing: journaling for self-expression, age-appropriate book groups (ages 10-12, 14-16), poetry and creative writing workshops
- Movement: dance, yoga and performance art
Session 1 packages will feature watercolor painting/seasonal craft projects and journal-writing/yoga. Programs will be scheduled through 8 p.m. at the Allen Street Child Care Center. New program packages will be offered each Session. All Evening Enrichment programs will be based on enrollment, with required advance registration. For further details, watch for YMCA promotions in the fall or call the Allen Street Child Care Center at 774-6026.
For information call
Lisa Jackson, Allen Street PreSchool Coordinator,
at 773-3646, ext. 425, or 774-6026,
or Janet Seredejko, Early Childhood Coordinator,
at 773-3646, ext. 431
Child Watch
The Child Watch staff provides age-appropriate, structured learning activities for your children while you enjoy your workout, massage or soak in the Jacuzzi. Our qualified and compassionate staff make it easy for you to focus on YOU, by providing attentive, interactive care for your child in a familiar and safe environment. We provide a beeper paging system and a large space with private bathroom.
| Child Watch Punch Card | Drop-In Fee | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| (25 Visits): A “visit” is up to 90 minutes | |||
| Gold Family Member | $50 | ||
| Silver Member | $65 | Silver Members | $4 |
| Program Associate | $85 | Program Associates | $5 |
| *Gold Family Member punch card fee equals $1.38 per hour | |||
| Parents must remain in the building during Child Watch care. | |||
| We reserve the right to change hours due to low room usage. | |||
Vacation Week Care
The YMCA provides care during December, February and April school vacation weeks. Children in Kindergarten through Grade 8 participate in a variety of activities at the Child Care Center. Two days each week campers will be transported by bus to the YMCA for gym and Game Room activities. Join us for a well-rounded vacation from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extended care available from 6:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Fees are $125 for Facility Members, $135 for Program Associates and $150 for non-members. (December vacation care is Tuesday-Friday.) Extended care fees are $30 (a.m. or p.m.); $45 for both. Financial assistance is available on a limited basis for qualifying families.
Teen Activities
We recognize the need for specialized teen programs. No longer children and faced with the deluge of pressures from home, school and community while their wellness resources are all but disappearing, teens need new choices to stay fit and healthy. We have lots of options, including:
- Family Fast Track
- Teen Boost for ages 12+
- Nautilus Boost for ages 14+ with Nautilus Membership
- Weight Training for ages 15+
- Farr Fitness Center hours for strength-training workouts for teens ages 12-14 who are at least 5’ tall
All fitness and yoga classes and PFP are open to ages 14 and older, and our Free Weight Room is open to individuals 15 and up. Training is required and kids must be 5 feet tall. Facility Membership is required for PFP, Boost, Fast Track and recreational use of the Free Weight Room. Training is required for Boost/Nautilus and the Free Weight Room. Choose a program that will enhance your teen’s physical fitness!
Y-Nights
For Grades 6, 7, and 8
Y-Nights provides engaging, active and social evening programs for more than 200 Middle Schoolers on the first and third Saturday nights of each month, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., October through May. Y-Nights offer food, music, dancing, gymnasium sports and lots of socializing! In the Game Room kids enjoy pool, ping pong, video games, foosbll and more.
- Pizza: 50 cents a slice
- Morning Star Entertainment: DJ spins the tunes!
- The best and safest age-appropriate activities
- Admission is just $4
All Y-Night participants must have emergency cards signed by a parent and/or a 2006/2007 Y-Night ID. Knowing your middle-schooler is safe and having fun, on Y-Nights you can treat yourself to a dinner out, a movie, your own socializing with friends, an evening with your younger children, or you can join other parents in the Social Room for refreshments and adult company. Make Y-Nights special evenings for everyone in the family!
Leaders Clubfor Youths Ages 12 to 17
Great Kids Doing Great Things in Our Community
Leaders Club is more than a club, it’s an experience. If you are between the ages of 12 and 18 and want to be part of a team that plans Y events (Haunted House, Dances, Parents’ Nights Out, etc.) and gets involved with the community (various service projects) and other Y departments, join us to make new friends and bring new rewards to your community service endeavors.
Under the direction of new advisor Angelo Thomas, the Leaders Club has tons of fun planned for the upcoming year. Starting off with a Camp Apex overnight in September and ending with our annual Year-end trip in June, this year promises to bolster the energy, excitement and rapport of this great and growing group. The club will hold regular meetings, some of which will include discussions and lectures on topics such as domestic violence, homophobia and the dangers of alcohol, smoking and drugs.
Leaders meet every first and third Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the YMCA. Club Fee is $25. With regular, consistent participation Leaders receive a Y Facility Membership.
New this year!! Leaders Club will be divided into levels of experience this year, with four stages to progress through. A new executive committee will also be selected.
from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Social Room at the Y.
Adult Activities
Y Men's Club
A service club of the YMCA, the Y’s Men’s Club is international in scope and comprises men and women who meet weekly, share a meal, learn about the community and conduct special projects that support a variety of YMCA needs. The Club sponsors a Cribbage Tournament and several fund-raising events each year with the proceeds going to provide new equipment and activity areas for Camp Apex and other youth programs. The Club meets Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m. September to June. Contact Bob Sunderland at 773-3646 for more information.
Y Service Club
Are you interested in offering service to the YMCA, Camp Apex and our Franklin County communities? We are developing a new Service Club made up of mostly retired individuals who want to provide hands-on service and leadership to our YMCA. The Club will meet twice a month between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Service projects will depend on the season and need. Please contact Bob Sunderland at 773-3646 for more information.
Adult Dance Enjoy Music from the ’40s - ’80s
Smoke- and Alcohol-Free Adult Dances for Ages 19 and Older
You’ll love the music, the largest dance floor in the area and the smoke-free air at our adult dances that feature
music from the 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s.
With the favorite Shakin’ All Over dance band and other live performances we’ll include country music, the GHS Music Department High School Dance Band, and DJ varieties including classic
Beatles, Elvis, Bee Gees and more.
Tickets are $8 to $12 per person. Wear your most comfortable soft-soled shoes (to protect our gymnasium floor please)
and come and dance the night away!
| November 25 | Shakin’ All Over 50s & 60s Dance Band & the Roy Orbison Tribute Show |
| March 31 | Greenfield High School Dance Band/DJ featuring The Beatles, Elvis & Bee Gees |
| April 28 | Shakin’ All Over - 50s & 60s Dance Band |
| June 15 | Parking Lot Party - Free Event |
Bible Reading
Have you ever read the number one bestseller of all time? This non-denominational group will focus on reading and understanding the Bible. Using different modern translations, we will read through and discuss this great book together. Come and join us on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Instructors: Betty Hinkell, Esther Howe and Karen Stetson. Facility Membership or Program Associate is required.
Clubs/Games Room
Have some relaxing social time with peers and classmates weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We have pool, air hockey, ping pong, board games and more. And starting this fall, we’re starting a Ping Pong Club on Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you need any Game Room equipment, just ask the Back Desk clerk for what you need. Note that during school vacation weeks, the Game Room will be open for kids at 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
We also encourage our senior members with grandchildren to bring them to play in the Game Room during Y-Family Fun program times offered six (and seasonally, seven!) days a week.
Chess Club
From novice to master, this new club is where chess lovers can find a game and pick up new moves. Meeting in the Social Room every Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., the club is free of charge. The coffee is brewing and a Y volunteer is waiting to greet you. Call Physical Director Dawn Dorsey for information.
Ping Pong Club
Ping Pong players, we want to see you show off your skills! Starting in October there will be a pyramid-style competition in which you challenge those ranked above you. The goal is to move to the top of the pyramid. Divisions will be created if enrollment is high! Have some fun in the Game Room playing ping pong!
Jacuzzi
Open during most pool hours, our Jacuzzi offers warmth and comfort for you to pamper yourself after a workout or just give yourself a rest. Individuals using the Jacuzzi must take a soap shower, be at least 15 years old, and sign in and out. There is a four-person maximum and a 10-minute time limit. The Jacuzzi is open to all Facility Members and to Program Associates enrolled in Aquatic Classes.
Massages
Steve Roy, Cecily Legg, Jennifer Hooke and Kate Prondecki make up the YMCA’s Therapeutic Massage Team. Together they bring a variety of massage techniques to the YMCA, a convenient on-site location for our members, especially after a hard workout. Our massage therapists provide a nurturing and healing atmosphere in our private professional Massage Center. Massage, in addition to increasing circulation, flexibility and energy, can relieve fatigue and muscle soreness and help balance the effects of stress-related disease and dysfunction. Pamper yourself with a massage and enjoy the benefits. Call for an appointment.
| Fees | ||
|---|---|---|
| Gold Members | $30/half-hour | $45/hour |
| Silver Members | $35/half-hour | $50/hour |
| Program Associates | $40/half-hour | $55/hour |
Senior Functional Capacity Fitness Testing
During the Y’s annual Senior Functional Capacity Fitness Testing Clinic, we test for strength, endurance and flexibility as related to daily activities. The tests are easy to perform for all older adults. Results provide a capacity score which relates to an individual’s ability to continue a healthy, active, independent lifestyle. Independence is key for senior adults whose goal it is to live assistance-free in their own homes. We invite the public to attend our testing day and speak with Physical Director Dawn Dorsey about exercise choices at the Y that will enhance energy and strength to improve and maintain your quality of life.
Volunteer Opportunities
Each year hundreds of YMCA members and Program Associates volunteer time and talent to help other members, raise funds to support our Financial Aid Program, run programs, assist with office work and help make new members feel part of the Y family. If you have some time and an interest in being part of our volunteer program, ask to fill out an application at our Front Desk. We always needs assistance in Youth Sports, bulk mailings, mentoring, special events, parades, Sustaining Campaign and fitness classes. We’d also love to know if you have an idea for a program where you could offer your talent.
We are always looking for senior volunteers who have time and talent to offer in the way of helping other adults feel welcome at the Y, offering new programs or helping with existing programs. If you have time and would like to meet and be around new people, contact the Front Desk to become a volunteer.