EXPLORE WELL-BEING IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE. FALL 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE. For More Than a Workout. For a Better Us.

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1 EXPLORE WELL-BEING IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE. FALL 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE Early Fall Session September 4-October 28 Registration Opens August 27 Late Fall Session October 29-December 23 Registration Open October 22 For More Than a Workout. For a Better Us. Register online at cyedc.org. COMMUNITY YMCA OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY Connect with us on:

2 ACTIVATE MORE THAN YOUR CORE At the Y, good habits become enjoyable routines and workout friends become just friends. And in the meantime, communities become healthier and stronger. Here, children learn what they can achieve, families spend more quality time together, and we all build relationships that deepen our sense of understanding. For more than a workout. For a better us. JOIN THE Y TODAY. WE DON T HAVE MEMBERS, WE HAVE FAMILY Being part of our Y family is about more than just swiping in and putting on your headphones when you exercise. Come find out what makes us special. A Full Privilege membership at the Community YMCA includes: Access to State-of-the-art Wellness Centers Free Adult Fitness and Aquatic classes Hundreds of Group Exercise classes Free Child Watch while you workout Two Pools (Lap/Water Walking/Family Swim Times) Check our Mobile App for days/times for Lap/WW/Family Swim. Gymnasium (Volleyball and Basketball at the Ridley branch) Sauna (Lansdowne branch) Seventh Grade Free Membership Member Discounts, Priority Registration & No Contracts Special Member Events EXPLORE YOUR BENEFITS HEALTH INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT Do you know that your primary or secondary health insurance plan may provide free or low cost memberships at our Community YMCA branches? We currently work with the following insurance companies: Keystone First, Healthways, SilverSneakers, Silver & Fit, Health Partners, Ash Fitness, Affinity, Active & Fit, Keystone VIP, United Healthcare, GlobalFit, Prime. Check with your insurance provider or ask the Front Desk to verify eligibility and help get you started today. ALWAYS WELCOME IN EVERY COMMUNITY. WE RE MOBILE JUST LIKE YOU ARE! Download and use our free Mobile App for our up-to-date fitness class schedules and pool schedules for Lap/Water Walking/Family Swim. Search the App Store or Google Play for Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County. NATIONWIDE MEMBERSHIP Being part of our Y family means you ll be close to home every where you go. We want to encourage members to utilize the Y as often as they can. Sometimes, it s more convenient for members to utilize a Y in a different location when traveling, near a workplace, or in another region. The reciprocal membership is valid for active, full facility YMCA members only. Community members may upgrade at any time to qualify. Visitors must present a valid YMCA membership card, a photo ID and complete a waiver and membership application. Nationwide member visitors must use their home Y at least 50% of the time. Participating YMCAs reserve the right to restrict facility/program access. Other restrictions may apply. MAKING MEMBERSHIP POSSIBLE FOR ALL At the Community YMCA, we are committed to helping all members of our community achieve their personal best regardless of ability to pay. The Y is for everyone. Financial Aid is not a handout, but a helping hand and in times of uncertainty we are here to help. All requests are confidential. Apply today at or visit the Front Desk for details. COOL THINGS COME IN THREES... WE VE GOT YOUR Y GEAR FOR THE FALL. PINK OCTOBER AT THE Y CELEBRATE NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH Describe the Y in one word? Family - I enjoy spending time at both the Ridley and Lansdowne YMCAs - both places are just like family. What is your favorite activity to do at the Y? Whatever I am doing at the Y is my favorite. I take lots of classes and love all of them. I enjoy my classes taught by Tina, Fran, Elaine, and Arlene. If I wrote a book I would call it How the Y Saved My Life. The Y has transformed me. The staff are supportive and I have learned to be persistent and patient on my health journey. Since my wife passed of cancer the staff at the Y have been there for me. They ve helped me keep moving - it s been a positive life change. Like I said - the Y is FAMILY and a big part of my life. Registration begins Augusts 27! Stop by the Front Desk and support the cause. Register starting August 27 and visit the Y 15 times for a workout or make a $15 donation to the Annual Campaign (benefiting the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program) to claim your pink shirt. October 3 will be our BIG PINK SHIRT DISTRIBUTION DAY (12-2pm and 4-7pm in the lobby). Get in your 15 visits by September 30 and get your pink shirt to wear during October. GIVE SUPPORT GET GEAR. Join the Y starting October 22, and make a $3 a month contribution to the Annual Campaign, YOU LL get a HOT, NEW YMCA tee of your choice. Already a Community YMCA Member? You can activate your monthly Annual Giving contribution and get a tee too! Wanna give more? For a $6 a month contribution, we ll give you BOTH tees. Show off your YMCA support starting October 22. (Sizes available: Adult Small-Adult 3XL). Joe Bohovic Member Since 2003 WE ARE HERE TO HELP! HAVE A QUESTION? ASK OUR MEMBERSHIP TEAM. COMMUNITY YMCA OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY Fall Program Guide 2018 For class days, times and registration, visit our website at

3 LASTING MEMORIES Serving families has always been at the heart of the YMCA mission. We have a fundamental desire to provide opportunities for every family to build stronger bonds, achieve greater work/life balance and become more engaged with their community. Additional family events may be scheduled throughout the year. Please visit our website at TAKING THE SHOT YMCA Youth Sports uses fun and exciting activities along with curriculum that teaches skills of the sport along with health and wellness concepts. REGISTER FOR YOUTH CLASSES. Dance Ballet/Jazz (ages 3-5) Introduction to ballet and jazz. Wear comfortable clothing. Tights, leotard and ballet shoes optional. Saturday 10:15-11am LY Soccer Fundamentals (ages 3-5) Learn the fundamental skills of soccer and develop abilities through drills and activities. Saturday 1-1:45pm LY All Sports (ages 3-5) Introduction to basic skills and activity drills learning a new sport each week like: hockey, soccer, basketball, football, and more. Saturday 9:15-10am LY Little Dragons Martial Arts (ages 4-6) This transitional class is designed as an introduction to martial arts, which can teach children discipline, commitment and goal setting. Saturday 8-8:45am LY I Love Art Arts and craft group exploring various art mediums through themed seasonal projects. Saturday (ages 3-5) 10:05-10:50am LY Saturday (ages 6-12) 11-11:45am LY Epic Gym Sports and gym play time for 45 minutes of fun and excitement! Saturday (ages 3-5) 11am-11:45am LY Saturday (ages 6-12) 10:15-11am LY Gym & Swim Sports, games and gym play for 45 minutes, followed by a 30 minute swim lesson. Parents are responsible for taking children from the gym to swim class. Saturday (ages 3-5) 11am-12:15am LY Saturday (ages 6-12) 10:15-11:30am LY Science Explorers Develop creative and divergent thinking skills by hands-on activities and experiments. Saturday (ages 5-12) 12-12:45pm LY Martial Arts (ages 6+) Martial Arts instruction to focus on technique, discipline, determination and goal setting. Mon/Wed 6-7pm LY Dance Hip/Hop (ages 6-12) High energy class to learn hip hop moves and a choreographed piece throughout the session. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. Saturday 11:05-11:50am LY Spikeball (ages 6-12) Exciting game played with teams of two, serving and hitting the ball off the net for volleys. Combine the best elements of volleyball and four square. Thursday 7:15-8pm LY Kids Yoga (ages 6-12) Learn and practice breathing techniques to calm and balance the nervous system, increase flexibility, deep relaxation, and core strength. Monday 5:45-6:30pm LY Backyard Games (ages 8-14) Learn and enjoy games such as cornhole, can jam disk, washers, Spikeball, Maranda ladder ball, and more. Tuesday 6-6:45pm LY Kids (ages 7-13) We ll engage your child with simple exercises where they will experience a fun-filled, high energy workout. Wednesday 5:15-6pm LY Homeschool Group (ages 5-12) Supports your homeschool curriculum. Program includes: swimming, science, art, group physical education games, an outing, and more. Wednesday 11am-2pm LY All Pro Dads (ages 3-6 & Dad) NEW...All Pro Dad is designed to help you love and lead your family while being a hero to your kids! Embrace inspiration on the second Saturday of each month, this fall, as we provide breakfast and a quality activity for you to engage with your child(ren). You re in for LOTS of fun Dad/child time. Saturday, Sept 8 LY Saturday, Oct. 13 LY Saturday, Nov. 10 LY Saturday, Dec. 8 LY Parent & Me Playgroup (ages 6 months +) Interact with other parents and their children during an open gym time. Friday 10:30am-12:15pm RY Music Wiggle & Giggle (ages 1-2) Make music magic, grooving to the rhythm and beat using fun instruments. Tuesday 9:30-10:15am RY Little Rollers (ages 1.5-3) Tots complete a structured warm-up, conquer our obstacle course and participate in cooperative play. Saturday 10:30-11am RY Messy Bees (ages 1-3) Explore art in this 30 minute creativity class with a new technique each week. This class will put a smile on everyone s face and the best part is that we do all the clean-up. Dress for mess! Parent must be present for this class and participation is encouraged. Saturday 11:30am-12pm RY Art Around the World (ages 3-5) Get ready to discover art from around the world! Your child will make cool multicultural creations as they learn more about the world around them. Tuesday 4-4:45pm RY Creative Kids (ages 3-5) Create your own masterpieces using a wide range of art materials. Develop fine motor skills, language, cognitive skills and listening and following directions in an enriching environment. Tuesday 1:30-2:15pm RY Culinary Kids (ages 3-5) Have a blast learning fundamental kitchen safety, skills, and age appropriate cooking techniques all well creating a tasty treat. Wednesday 12:30-1:15pm RY Wednesday 4-4:45pm RY Ballet & Jazz (ages 3-5) Ballet and jazz introduction with position and movement. Saturday 10:30-11:15am RY Kids Yoga (ages 3-5) Improve strength, flexibility and coordination. Learn self-respect and respect for others with the practice of fun and challenging poses, partner and group poses, yoga games, and breathing. Friday 2:15-2:45pm RY Little Engineers (ages 3-5) Cooperative play using K Nex, Legos and other blocks to create something new each week. Monday 12:30-1:15pm RY Gymnastic Jump Start (ages 3-5) Gymnastics tumble and turn, balance and bounce, practicing basic gymnastic skills. Tuesday 12:30-1:15pm RY Dance Exploration (ages 3-5) Dancers explore creative techniques, integrating color and emotion. Monday 4-4:45pm RY Discovery Science (ages 3-5) Discover science while experimenting with everyday household items, watch things erupt and explode while having fun. Thursday 4-4:45pm RY Superhero Gym (ages 3-5) Bring out your inner superhero by conquering the obstacle course and playing superhero themed games. Saturday 9:30-10:15am RY Swim & Gym (ages 3-5) Children will participate in a 30 minute swim lesson followed by a 30 minute gym class. (15 min. will be used for changing between classes.) Thursday 1-2:15pm RY Sports Intro (ages 3-5) Introductory skills, exploring a new sport weekly. Friday 1:30-2:15pm RY Saturday 12:30-1pm RY/EF Goofy Games (ages 3-5) These silly games will entertain your child while teaching balance, coordination and teamwork. Wednesday 1:30-2:15pm RY Sports Sampler (ages 4-5) Introductory skills, exploring a new sport weekly. Tuesday 2:30-3:15pm RY Karate (ages 6+) Introduction to basic martial arts techniques. Tues/Thurs 6:15-7:15pm RY Artist Studio (ages 6-9) Explore famous artists techniques to explore various mediums and develop your inner artist. Tuesday RY Culinary Kids (ages 6-9) Have a blast learning fundamental kitchen safety, skills, and age appropriate cooking techniques all well creating a tasty treat. Wednesday RY Introduction to Hip Hop (ages 6-10) Dancers learn basic Hip Hop steps and how to incorporate them into a routine. Monday RY The Story of ME (ages 9-12) Utilize your art and journaling skills to create a unique autobiography. They will receive their laminated book at the end of the session. Monday RY Epic Art (ages 10-12) Explore creativity and create unique works of art through experimenting with different mediums and techniques in a fun, relaxing environment. Thursday RY Basketball Fundamental skills including dribbling, passing and shooting. Monday (ages 3-5) 1:30-2:15pm RY Monday (ages 6-9) 6:15-7pm RY Wednesday (ages 10-12) 6:15-7pm RY Saturday (ages 3-5) 11:15-11:45am RY/LF Saturday (ages 6-9) 1:15-2pm RY Outdoor Soccer League (Early Fall) Our Soccer league is a perfect starting point for your young energetic child to learn how to play soccer. Your child will learn the basic skills of the games and team work. Games will be approx. one hour, spending the first half hour teaching and then game play. Volunteer coaches needed. Saturday (ages 3-5) 10-11am RY Saturday (ages 6-7) 11am-12pm RY Junior Sixers League (Late Fall) Learn the fundamentals: offense, ball-handling, passing, rebounding, defense, shooting. Weekly practice and games. Children get a reversible Sixers jersey and official Sixers membership card. Saturday (ages 6-8) 12-2:15pm RY Saturday (ages 9-12) 2:15-3:30pm RY Aquatics Leader Club (ages 14-15) Interested in becoming a YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor? Learn the skills and attitude necessary to provide a safe and fun aquatic learning environment for children. Class includes in-water job shadowing and class time to understand and learn the tools necessary to teach. Upon completion, participants will have Basic Water Safety skills and can volunteer as a Swim Instructor Assistant. Participants, 14+, can then apply to be a swim instructor at the Y. Friday 7-8:15pm RY Saturday 10-11:45am RY COMMUNITY YMCA OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY Fall Program Guide 2018 For class pricing and registration, visit our website at

4 REGISTER FOR SWIM LESSONS. SWIM LESSON STAGE DESCRIPTIONS MAKE A SPLASH The Community YMCA is proud to offer the nationally recognized YMCA Swim Lesson program, which helps keep kids safe around water. Our YMCA swim lessons emphasize a progressive approach to skill building, helping students progress with a sense of achievement as they practice their new swim skills. We re here for EVERYONE. Check out our class offerings online to find one that fits your family s busy schedule. SWIM LESSON SELECTOR WHAT AGE GROUP DOES THE CHILD FALL INTO? 6 months-3 years Caregiver & Child: Stages A & B 3-5 years Preschool Stages years School Age Stages 1-6 All age groups are taught the same skills, but divided according to their developmental milestones. WHICH STAGE IS THE CHILD READY FOR? HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? Our Aquatic Directors are available to help you select the right swim level for your child. Ridley Area YMCA Lansdowne YMCA SWIM STARTERS Accompanied by a caregiver, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision. SWIM BASICS Students learn personal water safety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills: Swim, float, swim - sequencing front glide, roll, back float, roll, front glide, and exit Jump, push, turn, grab SWIM STROKES Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional water safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills that prevent chronic disease, increase social-emotional and cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity. A/WATER DISCOVERY This is your first opportunity to expose your infant or toddler to the wonderful world of water fun and safety. The focus for this class is to ensure your baby s first swim experience is a positive one by guiding both the caregiver and the child in basic water orientation. 1/WATER ACCLIMATION For the beginner swimmer to become adjusted and comfortable in the water. Participants will learn to float, perform front and back glides and proper breath control. 4/STROKE INTRODUCTION Students must be able to proficiently swim 25yd. (15yd for preschool stage) of freestyle and backstroke. Swimmers will build the endurance to swim 50yd. (25yd. for preschool stage) continuously and will be introduced to both the breaststroke and butterfly kicks. MORE AQUATIC PROGRAMS ADULT/TEEN SWIM LESSONS (ages 13+) Don t put off learning to swim for one more day! Instructors will help you gain the confidence you need to learn the strokes to swim into a healthier lifestyle. This class is for the beginner or inexperienced swimmer. Monday 10:15-11am LY Monday 11-11:45am LY Monday 8:45-9:30pm LY Wednesday 10:15-11am LY Wednesday 11-11:45am LY Wednesday 8:45-9:30pm LY Tuesday 9-9:45pm RY Friday 8:15-9pm RY LY = Lansdowne YMCA RY = Ridley Area YMCA B/WATER DISCOVERY Your infant or toddler will continue to learn about water safety, while practicing basic swimming skills and breath control at a higher level of independence. 2/WATER MOVEMENT In this stage, swimmers should be comfortable with their face in the water and able to swim 15-20ft. on their front independently (with flotation for preschool stage). Swimmers will work towards 15yd. on their front with alternating arms, and back floating for 20 seconds (10 secs. for preschool stage). 5/STROKE DEVELOPMENT Students must be able to swim 50yd. of freestyle and backstroke continuously. During this stage, students work on stroke technique and learn all competitive strokes. HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? Our Aquatic Directors are available to answer any questions about the swim lessons program. 3/WATER STAMINA Students must be able to swim/float/swim for 15yd. and will build the endurance to swim/float/ swim 25 yd. Throughout the session, swimmers will work on rotary breathing and backstroke. 6/STROKE MECHANICS In this stage, swimmers should be able to swim 150yd of freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke and will build the endurance to swim 200yd with proper turns. Throughout the session, stroke technique will be refined and students will discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle. PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Private swim lessons are for adults and children to work with an instructor towards their goals. These lessons are scheduled to accommodate your busy schedule and are available in increments of 1-8. Schedule with a sibling or fellow Y member and save. COMPETITIVE SWIMMING Competitive swimming is one of the most popular national competitive sports the Y offers. It is available at both of our branches. Competitive swimming helps kids value hard work, reach for excellence, and enjoy spirited competition in state, regional and national championships. For Swim Team information, contact Jim Leitz, Lansdowne YMCA Marlins Erik Nelson, Ridley Area YMCA RAYS E: marlins@cyedc.org E: enelson@cyedc.org COMMUNITY YMCA OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY Fall Program Guide 2018 Register for all the fall classes online at

5 SWIM STARTERS Parent*/Child Swim Lessons (ages 6 months-3 yrs.) Stage A/Water Discovery Thursday 11-11:30am LY Wednesday 9:30-10am RY Friday 9:30-10am RY Saturday 9-9:30am RY Stage B/Water Exploration Thursday 11-11:30am LY Saturday 9:30-10am LY Wednesday 9:30-10am RY Friday 9:30-10am RY Saturday 9:30-10am RY * At the Y, we know families take a variety of forms. As a result, we define parent broadly to include all adults with primary responsibility for raising children, including biological parents, adoptive parents, guardians, stepparents, grandparents, or any other type of parenting relationship. REGISTER FOR SWIM LESSONS. SWIM BASICS Preschool Swim Lessons (ages 3-5 yrs.) Stage 1/Water Acclimation Stage 2/Water Movement Monday 9:45-10:15am LY Monday 3:45-4:15pm LY Monday 4:15-4:45pm LY Wednesday 9:45-10:15am LY Wednesday 3:45-4:15pm LY Wednesday 4:15-4:45pm LY Friday 4:15-4:45pm LY Saturday 9:30-10am LY Saturday 10-10:30am LY Saturday 12-12:30pm LY Monday 9:30-10am RY Monday 4-4:30pm RY Tuesday 4-4:30pm RY Tuesday 7-7:30pm RY Wednesday 4-4:30pm RY Thursday 4-4:30pm RY Thursday 7-7:30pm RY Friday 10-10:30am RY Friday 7-7:30pm RY Saturday 10-10:30am RY Saturday 10:30-11am RY Saturday 12:30-1pm RY Stage 3/Water Stamina Stage 4/Stroke Introduction Monday 9:45-10:15am LY Monday 3:45-4:15pm LY Monday 4:15-4:45pm LY Wednesday 9:45-10:15am LY Wednesday 3:45-4:15pm LY Wednesday 4:15-4:45pm LY Friday 3:45-4:15pm LY Friday 4:15-4:45pm LY Saturday 9:30-10am LY Saturday 10-10:30am LY Saturday 12-12:30pm LY Monday 4-4:30pm RY Tuesday 4-4:30pm RY Thursday 7-7:30pm RY Friday 7-7:30pm RY Saturday 10-10:30am RY Saturday 10:30-11am RY HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? Our Aquatic Directors are available to help you select the right swim level for your child. Ridley Area YMCA Lansdowne YMCA SWIM BASICS School Age Swim Lessons (ages 6-12) Stage 1/Water Acclimation Stage 2/Water Movement Stage 3/Water Stamina Monday 4:45-5:30pm LY Wednesday 4:45-5:30pm LY Friday 4:45-5:30pm LY Saturday 10:30-11:15am LY Saturday 11:15am-12pm LY Monday 4:30-5:15pm RY Tuesday 5:15-6pm RY Wednesday 4:30-5:15pm RY Thursday 4:30-5:15pm RY Friday 7:30-8:15pm RY Saturday 11-11:45am RY Saturday 11:45am-12:30pm RY SWIM STROKES School Age Swim Lessons (ages 6-12) Stage 4/Stroke Introduction Stage 5/Stroke Development Monday 4:45-5:30pm LY Friday 4:45-5:30pm LY Saturday 10:30-11:15am LY Tuesday 4:30-5:15pm RY Wednesday 7:30-8:15pm RY Thursday 5:15-6pm RY Saturday 11-11:45am RY Saturday 11:45am-12:30pm RY Stage 6/Stroke Mechanics Wednesday 4:45-5:30pm LY Friday 4:15-5pm LY Saturday 9-9:45am LY Saturday 11:15am-12pm LY Monday 7:30-8:15pm RY Thursday 5:15-6pm RY Saturday 11:45am-12:30pm RY RECREATIONAL/OPEN SWIM SAFETY INFORMATION The YMCA is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable pool experience for all. Anyone under the age of 18, prior to swimming in the pool, must complete the YMCA swim skills assessment and be assigned a red, yellow or green swim band. These bands help our certified lifeguards keep our swimmers safe. For additional details about our new testing program, please refer to our new Aquatic Swim Safety Testing Policy found on our website at RIDLEY AREA YMCA POOL SCHEDULE MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 4-5:10pm Open 6-7:30pm Lap 9-10:15pm Lap/WW 6-7pm Open 6-7:30pm Lap 9-10:15pm Lap/WW ARE YOU WHISTLE WORTHY? Lifeguard Training 4-5:10pm Open 6-7:30pm Lap 9-10:15pm Lap/WW 6-7pm Open 6-7:30pm Lap 9-10:15pm Lap/WW 6-7pm Lap (2) 7:45-10:15pm Open 9-10:15pm Lap (2) Lap Swim - For our Full Privilege Members, ages 18+. * All Lap swim is 3 lanes unless otherwise noted (1 or 2 lanes). Open Swim - For our Full Privilege Youth and Family Members. (Capacity: 40 red band swimmers or 75 total swimmers) * PFD Free - child and adult (18+) can work on skills without a lifejacket. Must be one child with one adult, within arms reach. Lane ropes will be removed before the start of some scheduled classes. Mon-Fri: 2-4pm will change starting mid-november. A new schedule will be available online and at the Front Desk. LANSDOWNE YMCA POOL SCHEDULE 2:45-3:45pm Lap/WW/Open 5:30-6:30pm Lap/Open 2:4pm Lap/Open 5:30-6:30pm Lap/WW 8:35-9:30pm Open Lifeguarding Training at the Ridley High School Pool Friday, Sept. 21 (5-10pm) Saturday, Sept. 22 (10am-8pm) Sunday, Sept. 23 (1-6pm) Cost: FP: $250 Comm./Non-Member: $350 2:45-3:45pm Lap/WW/Open 5:30-6:30pm Lap/Open 2-4pm Lap/Open 5:30-6:30pm Lap/WW 8:35-9:30pm Open 2:45-3:45pm Lap/WW/Open 8:35-9:30pm Open 6:05-9am Lap 1-2:30pm Lap/WW 2:30-7:45pm Lap (2) 2:30-7:45pm Open SUNDAY 1-2:30pm Lap/WW 2:30-3:30pm PFD * 2:30-5:45pm Open MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Lap Swim - For our Full Privilege Members, ages 18 and older. Open Swim - For our Full Privilege Youth and Family Members. (Open Swim Pool Capacity: 30 red zone swimmers or 50 swimmers in the entire pool) * - PFD Free Swim Lifeguarding (Recert Only) at the Ridley High School Pool Saturday, Sept. 22 (10am-6pm) Cost: $ :05-9am Lap/WW 12:30-1:30pm Open * 1:30-3pm Lap/WW 3-6pm Open 6-7:45pm Lap/Open SUNDAY 12:45-2pm Lap/WW 2-4:30pm Open 4:30-5:45pm Lap/WW COMMUNITY YMCA OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY Fall Program Guide 2018 Register for all the fall classes online at

6 DON T MISS OUT ON FALL FITNESS. REACHING GOALS The Community YMCA is dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve their health and fitness goals. Our Wellness Centers offer state-of-the-art equipment, the latest fitness classes, personal training and nutrition consultations, weight loss programs and a certified caring staff to assist you in your health journey. Our Group exercise classes provide an opportunity to workout with others in a welcoming, motivating environment that produces results. No matter what age or fitness level, we have a class for you. LANSDOWNE YMCA FITNESS CLASSES Monday 9-9:45am Cardio Kickboxing 9:05-10am 9:45-10:40am SilverSneaker Classic 10:05-11am * Functional Fitness 5:05-6pm 30/30 Cardio Cardio Dance & More Express 7:15-8pm Latin/Hip Hop Fusion 8:05-9pm Tuesday 45 Cardio Dance & More Strength Basics Absolute Abs SilverSneaker Yoga Total Body Tone :45am 9:05-10am 10:05-11am 10-10:30am 11:15am-12pm 6:15-7pm 7:15-8pm 8:05-9pm 8:05-9:05pm Wednesday Gold 9:05-10am * 30/Core 9:15-9:45am TRX Circuit 10:05-10:50am SilverSneaker Cardio/Circuit 10:05-11am * SilverSneaker Yoga 11-11:45am * Barre Fusion 5:05-6pm Interval Training Yoga 8:05-9pm Thursday Cardio Dance & More 30 Cardio Strength Circuit Absolute Abs 45 Insanity Global Dance NEW Yoga 9:05-10am 9:15-9:45am 10:05-11am 10-10:30am 11:15am-12pm 5:05-5:50pm 7:05-7:50pm 7:15-8pm 8:05-9pm 8:05-9pm Friday Cardio Kickboxing 9:05-10am 9:30-10:30am Senior Fitness & Balance 10:05-11am * Barre Fusion 11:15am-12pm 6-6:45pm Yoga 6:50-7:45pm Saturday Barre Fusion 45 Sunday Global Dance NEW Cardio Combo Yoga * Senior Program 8-9am 8:30-9:15am 9:15-10am 9:15-10am 9:15-10:10am 10:30-11:25am 11:30am-12:25pm LANSDOWNE YMCA AQUATIC FITNESS CLASSES Water Walking Deep water class that includes cardio and strengthening exercises while wearing a buoyancy belt. M/W 9-9:45am LY M/W 8:30-9:15pm LY T/TR 9-9:45am LY T/TR 9:45-10:30am LY Water Aerobics Shallow water class providing an opportunity for cardio and strength work while reducing impact on your joints. T/TR 9:15-10am LY Silver Sneakers Splash Shallow water class using splash kick boards and choreography to increase agility, range of motion and cardiovascular conditioning. T/TR 10:15-11am LY Aqua Fun cardio-dance class, in the shallow end of the pool, that combines Latin movements for an effective workout. M/W 8:30-9:15pm LY Bad Back Stretch, loosen and strengthen muscles to help those with back pain and discomfort. M/W/F 2-2:45pm LY RIDLEY AREA YMCA FITNESS CLASSES Monday 5:15-6:10am TRX Circuit 5:30-6:15am 9:15-10am PiYo 10:15-11:15am 10:30-11:30am Senior Strength/TRX 11:30am-12:15pm * Express 12-12:30pm Low Impact Cardio 1-1:45pm * 6-6:55pm BODYCOMBAT Red Hot Dance /Abs 7:15-8pm Tuesday 5:15-6:15am /CXWORX 5:30-6:30am SilverSneaker Classic 9:15-10am * GRIT/CXWORX Express 10:30-11am 10:30-11am Kettlebells 11:05-11:35am Gold 11:30am-12:15pm * Power Yoga 11:40am-12:25pm Better Balance 12:30-1:15pm TRX Circuit /Abs 6-7pm Combo Slow Flow 7:15-8:15pm 7:30-8:30pm Wednesday 5:15-6:10am 5:30-6:15am /TRX TRX 10:30-11:30am Senior Strength 10:45-11:30am * All Abs 11:30am-12pm SilverSneaker Yoga 11:30am-12:15pm * SilverSneaker Circuit 12:15-1pm * Low Impact Cardio 1-1:45pm * 6-6:55pm Vinyasa 7-8pm Red Hot Dance Thursday GRIT/CXWORX 5:15-6:15am Pilates Flow 5:30-6:25am SilverSneaker Classic 9:15-10am * GRIT/CORE Exp/All Strength 10:30-11:15am Power Yoga 10:30-11:45am Gold 11:30am-12:15pm * BARRE 12-12:30pm Kensis Circuit 12-12:30pm Gentle Yoga 12:45-1:30pm TRX Circuit CXWORX 6-6:30pm Power Flow 6-7pm BARRE 6:45-7:15pm Vinyasa 7:15-8:15pm 7:30-8:30pm Friday 5:15-6:10am Early Morning Power Flow 5:30-6:30am Red Hot Dance 9:15-10:10am Power 10:30-11:30am Vinyasa 10:30-11:30am CXWORX 11:45am-12:15pm Senior Strength/TRX 11:45am-12:30pm * Low Impact Cardio 1-1:45pm * BARRE Blast BODYCOMBAT 6-6:45pm 7-7:45pm Saturday 8-9am Beginner 8:30-9am Power CXWORX 10:30-11am PiYo 11:15am-12:15pm Sunday Guided Meditation 9:05-9:50am Vinyasa 10-11am 11:15am-12pm T ai Chi Chih 11:30am-12:15pm 12-12:45pm Red Hot Dance 1-2pm Vinyasa Meditation 4:30-5:45pm * Senior Program RIDLEY AREA YMCA AQUATIC FITNESS CLASSES Aqua Box Wednesday 1-2pm RY Aqua Easy M/W/F 9-9:30am RY Aqua Pump T/TR 10-11am RY Aqua Tuesday 9-10am RY M/W 8:15-9pm RY M/F 1-2pm RY Exerswim Thursday 9-10am RY Masters Swim M/W 6-7pm RY Splash Down Friday 10-11am RY Water Joggin M/W/F 9:30-10am RY LANSDOWNE & RIDLEY ADULT/TEEN SWIM LESSONS (ages 13+) Monday 10:15-11am LY Monday 11-11:45am LY Monday 8:45-9:30pm LY Wednesday 10:15-11am LY Wednesday 11-11:45am LY Wednesday 8:45-9:30pm LY Tuesday 9-9:45pm RY Friday 8:15-9pm RY LY = Lansdowne YMCA RY = Ridley Area YMCA Group Exercise and Adult Aquatic classes are offered year-round and are included in your full privilege membership. Classes are open to community participants on a limited basis. Group Exercise and Adult Aquatic classes are offered year-round and are included in your full privilege membership. Classes are open to community participants on a limited basis. COMMUNITY YMCA OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY Fall Program Guide 2018 Register for all the fall classes online at

7 STRENGTH & SUPPORT Healthy Living programs at the Y go beyond physical activity, to focus on additional lifestyle areas that enhance health and well-being in a positive, supportive and accepting small group environment. To provide the highest level of quality, most of our Healthy Living programs have been developed in collaboration with a variety of national and local health care, academic and community partners. REDEFINE YOUR HEALTH YMCA DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM A little encouragement goes a long way when you re making big changes. In the YMCA s Diabetes Prevention Program, you ll spend a year surrounded by a group of supportive colleagues who care about your well-being. And you will all be pursuing the same goal of improved health and lowered risk for developing diabetes. You and your fellow participants will enjoy: A safe space where you can feel comfortable sharing and learning in private. Making new friends. You will support each other as you all trade old habits for healthier new ones. Working as a group. You don t have to figure this out alone. The new energy and confidence that comes wit losing weight and reducing your risk for diabetes. Change is Tough...We can help. Let s face it, if change were easy, we d all do it. You ve spent years developing habits that you can t expect to change overnight. It s tough. We can help. The YMCA s Diabetes Prevention Program gives you the skills you need and the support you deserve to make lasting, healthy lifestyle changes. The YMCA s Diabetes Prevention Program uses a CDC-approved curriculum and is part of the CDC-led National Diabetes Prevention Program. To find out if you qualify or for more information, contact Colleen Gutowski at cgutowski@cyedc.org or call PARTNERS IN RECOVERY LIVESTRONG at the YMCA PROGRAM (Adult cancer survivors) LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a 12-week small group exercise program designed for cancer survivors who have become deconditioned or chronically fatigued as a result of their treatment or disease. While the main goal is to enhance physical functioning (flexibility, strength and endurance) additional goals include reducing the severity of treatment side effects, preventing unwanted weight changes, improving energy levels and boosting self-esteem. This program is a collaboration of the YMCA and the LIVESTRONG Foundation. Monday/Thursday 6-7:30pm Contact: Colleen Gutowski (RY) at or cgutowski@cyedc.org Lisa Drake (LY) at or ldrake@cyedc.org. By helping the Y, you build a community where people help one another. With every person s life you change, you encourage them to touch other people s lives as well. When you help, you CHANGE lives. Every day, we support kids, adults, seniors, and families with programs that teach, connect, heal, nourish, and encourage. Everything we do helps empower communities and the US who live in them to thrive. SAVE THE DATE 2019 Martin Luther King Unity Day Celebration Monday, January :30am Featuring: Buffet Breakfast Keynote Speaker Student Essay Winner Uplifting Music We can t do it alone. GIVE TODAY Thank you for helping build a better US. BOOK YOUR BIRTHDAY AT THE Y! Host your next party at the Y and we ll provide a professional staff member for your party. Parties are two hours in length, on Saturdays and Sundays, and can accommodate up to 25 guests. CHOOSE FROM THESE PARTY OPTIONS: Arts & Crafts Party, Pool Party Sports Party, Preschool Gym Party Book Now. Call the Lansdowne YMCA at or the Ridley Area YMCA at

8 BRIGHT FUTURES The YMCA s Early Childhood Education Centers enable parents and family members to go to work knowing their children are in safe, stimulating environment. We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. YMCA Before & After School programs serve children with a variety of activities to explore and develop their interests and talents. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 12 months - 5 years WHY CHOOSE YMCA EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION? High-quality program State licensed following the PA Early Learning Standards Creative Curriculum Discovery play and learning centers Parent involvement (Including parent/teacher conferences) Age appropriate lessons Enhances school readiness Swim Lessons, YMCA Classes & Family Events Equal Opportunity Child Care provider Financial Assistance Available PROGRAMS OFFERED Young Toddler Care 12 mos.-2 years (Ridley Area YMCA) Older Toddler Care 2-3 years Preschool Care 3-5 years Full Day Kindergarten 5 year olds (Ridley Area YMCA) BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE Kindergarten-12 years We believe that learning never stops and that children should have a place to explore their interests and talents. Our professional and highly trained staff provides daily activities focused on academic enhancement, social growth and physical activity. Care included for days off and holiday/spring break. CORE COMPONENTS Tutoring, Mentoring, Homework Help Arts Exploration Physical Activity & Games Character & Leadership Building Parent & Family Engagement HOURS OF OPERATION Lansdowne YMCA 6:30am-6pm P: Ridley Area YMCA 6:30am-6pm P: Child Care at Marple 7am-6pm P: SCHOOL AGE LOCATIONS Lansdowne YMCA P: Ridley Area YMCA P: School Age in Springfield P: BUILDING STRONGER FAMILIES Serving families has always been at the heart of the YMCA. Our special events provide families with a time and place to come together and have a good time, participate in a variety of fun activities, share, communicate and strengthen their relationships, and meet other families. Schedule family time at the Y this season. cyedc.org FALL 2018 FAMILY & SPECIAL EVENTS COMMUNITY YMCA OF EASTERN DELAWARE COUNTY Sept Drop & Dash Paint Party (6-9pm RY) - Themed canvas painting, movie and light snack. Sept 22 - Kids Night Out (4:30-8pm LY) - Kids fun time at the Y includes: crafts, games and dinner. Sept Food Truck Festival (5-7pm RY) - Bring a chair, enjoy your meal with moon bounces, face painting and more. Oct Drop & Dash Paint Party (6-9pm RY) - Themed canvas painting, movie and light snack. Oct Neighborhood Family Scavenger Hunt (11am-3:30pm LY) - Walking or Driving Scavenger Hunt, cookout and family fun at the Y. Oct Kids Night Out (4:30-8pm LY) - Kids fun time at the Y includes: crafts, games and dinner. Oct Trunk or Treat (6-7:30pm RY) - Come dressed to enjoy trick or treating from themed trunks! Enjoy monster mash, a healthy snack, and games. Register by 10/23/18. Nov Drop & Dash Paint Party (6-9pm RY) - Themed canvas painting, movie and light snack. Nov Kids Night Out (4:30-8pm LY) - Kids fun time at the Y includes: crafts, games and dinner. Nov Give Thanks for our Members Luncheon - Come have Thanksgiving with your friends at the Y. Dec. 1 - Reindeer Run & Family Fun Walk (8am LY) - Dress in holiday running apparel and bring a canned good for the local food bank. Register by Nov. 16 to get your commemorative event t-shirt. Dec. 9 - Breakfast with Santa (9:30-11am RY) - Enjoy breakfast, crafts, photos and a visit from Santa. Dec Drop & Dash Paint Party (6-9pm RY) - Themed canvas painting, movie and light snack. Dec Kids Afternoon Out (12:30-4pm LY) - Drop the kids at the Y and holiday shop til you drop! Community YMCA Branch Locations Lansdowne YMCA Ridley Area YMCA

9 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID Philadelphia, PA Permit 4181 LANSDOWNE YMCA 2110 Garrett Road Lansdowne, PA P: F: RIDLEY AREA YMCA 900 South Avenue Secane, PA P: F: YMCA CHILD CARE AT MARPLE 85 North Malin Road Broomall, PA P: HOURS OF OPERATION Mon.-Fri. 5:30am-10:30pm Saturday 7:30am-8pm Sunday 9am-6pm HOLIDAY CLOSURES Labor Day - September 3 Thanksgiving Day - November 22 Christmas Eve (3pm) - December 24 Christmas Day - December 25 New Year s Eve (5pm) - December 31 CONNECT WITH US Download our Mobile App on your iphone or Droid Smartphone today.