Family Programs
Y Adventure Guides
The purpose of the YMCA Adventure Guides program (formerly Indian Guides) is to foster communication, understanding and companionship between parent and child through the teaching of values, attitudes, fitness and health, knowledge and ethics.
The YMCA Adventure Guides Program helps develop positive relationships between parents and children. Circles are generally formed around school or neighborhood groupings with six to ten parent/child couples or families. Individual circles meet monthly, September through June. Combined events for all circles will be held throughout the year. These events include camp-outs, sporting events and fundraising events for the YMCA Partners of Youth program.
Under the guidance of their fathers, kids have the freedom to explore their interests in a creative and imaginative way: no tests to pass. Regular meetings combine ceremony, scouting reports and a program which includes crafts, games, or storytelling. The central theme of the program is youth development and to help promote a positive and lasting relationship between fathers and children. This program is for students ages 6-9.
***Anyone interested in the program should contact Scott Parson 419-223-6045 ext. 116
Moms in Motion
Great Pre/Post Natal class for new moms! Workout safely in the water and share stories with other moms.
Saturday: 12:00-12:45pm
FEE: Members: $10 NonMembers: $40
Parents with Preschoolers
Sign your 3-5 year old up for Whiz Kids and enroll in Circuit/Cardio Sculpt or indoor cycling offered at the same time! Saturday mornings, parents can enroll in Cardio H2O and register their child in swim lessons offered at the same time!
Whiz Kids
This gym and swim program is designed for boys and girls ages 3-5 years old. Children will participate in a 1/2 hour gym program followed by a 1/2 swim lesson.
Tuesday, Thursday:
9:15-9:45am - Gym Activities
10:00-10:30am - Swim Lessons
FEE: Members: $30 NonMembers: $50
Cardio H2O Fitness Class
Use the water's resistance for a powerful workout that is low impact, which is better on your joints. This is a twenty-five minute aquatic total fitness program which is offered at the same time as the preschool swim lessons, giving you the opportunity to get a quick workout while staying close to your children!
Saturdays:
Class 1 - 10:00-10:25am
Class 2 - 10:30-10:55am
FEE: Members: $5 NonMembers: $20
Kick-N-Scoop
September 17-October 15, 2010
Children ages 3-6 bring an adult and learn the basic skills of soccer together. Afterwards, the family may cool off with a scoop of ice cream. The children will be introduced to skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a low-key, no-pressure environment.
Fridays: 5:45-6:30 p.m.6:30-7:15 p.m.
FEE: Members $10; Non-members $25 (5 weeks)
Teen & Family Disc Golf League / Lessons
Beginning September 15th the Lima YMCA will offer Family Disc Golf League/Lessons each Wednesday night at 6 pm at the Shawnee Disc Golf Course. This class will be for anyone age 10 and up and children, parents and grandparents are encouraged to participate together . We will be teaching everyone how to play Disc Golf. Don’t know what Disc Golf is? Well, it is a lot like golf but with a Frisbee. You’ll learn how to do different throws, how to keep score and how to improve as we go along. Once we learn the basics, League Play will start. We will keep track of all round scores. Anyone who can hike, likes nature, is competitive, enjoys golf, plays Ultimate Frisbee or likes to exercise will love it!
Space is limited.
Fee
Members FREE; Non-members $10
*Value added to membership
Family Kettle Bell Pump
Join us each Tuesday and Thursday night from 5:15-5:45 pm in room 305 for this Kettle Bell class which is geared toward families that would like to exercise together! For ages 12 and up! Children 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fee:
Members FREE; Non-members - varries with session length - check program guide.
*Value added to membership
American Red Cross Babysitting Class
Gain the skills and confidence you need to be the best babysitter on the block!
This course includes hands-on activities, role-plays and lively discussion to teach you how to supervise children and infants. Students will learn First Aid along with receiving a first aid kit and an American Red Cross Babysitting Certification card. This class is for girls and boys ages 11-15 years old. Please bring a sack lunch and drink.
Class is offered on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 8:00am - 1:30pm.
FEE: Members: $35 NonMembers: $50
Family & Youth Yogalaties
The class combines Yoga & Pilates for a great program! Families, teens and youth are encouraged to participate together!
Fridays: 9:30 am
YMCA Members- Free
*Value added to membership
