GREAT FUTURES START HERE ABGCLUB.ORG REGISTRATION ONLINE / MAIL - IN / 5AM OCT 31 WALK - IN / PHONE - IN / FAX - IN / 9AM NOV 7

Transcription

1 GREAT FUTURES START HERE ABGCLUB.ORG REGISTRATION ONLINE / MAIL - IN / 5AM OCT 31 WALK - IN / PHONE - IN / FAX - IN / 9AM NOV 7

2 Table of Contents General Info 1 Club Kids Program Info 2 Middle School Program 3 Youth Swim Classes 4 Youth Sports Classes 7 Youth Enrichment Classes 8 Youth STEM Classes 8 Youth Friday Night Fun 8 How You Can Help 9 December Vacation Schedule 9 February Vacation Schedule 9 Tot Swim Classes 10 Tot Gym Classes 12 Tots at Play 13 Adult Program & Classes 14 Registration Application 15 Child Membership Application 16 Registration Info 1. Online registration begins Wednesday October 31st at 5:00 AM at abgclub.org. 2. Mail-in registration must be postmarked and will be processed at random. 3. Walk-in, phone-in, and fax-in registration begins Wednesday November 7th at 9:00 AM. 4. Club membership must be current to register for programs. 5. Classes may be cancelled due to lack of enrollment. Fees will be returned. 6. There are no make-up classes or refunds for cancellation or absences, weather, mechanical failure or business interruption. 7. No REFUNDS or CREDITS for classes or memberships. Inclement Weather Policy When Arlington Public Schools have a delayed opening, the Club will open at 11:30 AM and conduct afternoon and evening programs as scheduled. The ABC Preschool will be closed for the day. When Arlington Public Schools are closed, the Club will ATTEMPT to open at 11:30 AM and conduct afternoon and evening programs weather permitting. Check website for status. Your support can make a difference The Arlington Boys & Girls Club provides a fun, safe place for kids to go during out of school time. It is here where kids get to be kids. It is here where they can make friends, develop relationships with caring adults and take part in activities that promote academic success, healthy lifestyles, and good character and citizenship. Because of your donation of money and time we can let children explore their full potentials and realize their dreams. The powerful combination of generous donors, caring staff, and tireless volunteers assures an enduring and powerful impact on the youth who pass through our doors. The Arlington Boys & Girls Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your contributions are tax-deductible. Here are just some of the ways you can get involved: Give Now - Your donation, no matter its form, enables us to serve more young people. You can make a one time or recurring donation directly to the Club or make a donation through payroll deductions with your company s charity giving program. Matching Gifts - Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contribution made by their employees. Contact your human resource department. Tribute Gifts - Memorial and tribute gifts to the Arlington Boys & Girls Club are a powerful way to honor your loved one. Planned Giving - You can include the Arlington Boys & Girls Club in your planning through a will, beneficiary designation, or gift of stocks or other investment. We will be pleased to work with you and your advisors. Donate your Car, Truck, or Boat - We accept all types of vehicles nationwide cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, and boats and the proceeds help support the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. To start the process visit or call BCG-CAR ( ). Volunteer - Volunteers serve in a variety of capacities based upon Club needs and volunteer interest and availability. Volunteers may support youth with homework, assist in program areas, coach, or help with administrative tasks and special events. For details please contact Assistant Director Kevin Flood at kflood@abgclub.org. Alumni - For more information about the Alumni program contact Dee at dlydon@abgclub.org.

3 Arlington Boys & Girls Club Calendar Nov 6 Tu Club opens at 1:00 PM Nov 12 M Club closed for Veterans Day Nov Tu-Sa ABGC 81st Birthday Week, Nov 21 W Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM Nov 22 Th Club closed for Thanksgiving Day Nov 23 F Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM Nov 24 Sa Christmas Tree Sale begins at 9:00 AM Dec 3 M Session A begins Dec M-W Club closed for Christmas Holiday Dec 27-29,31 Th-M Club Kids Program opens at 9:00 AM No classes Jan 1 Tu Club closed for New Years Holiday Jan 21 M Club closed Martin Luther King Day Jan 22 Tu Session B begins Feb 18 M Presidents Day Club closed Feb Tu-Sa Club Kids Program opens at 9:00 AM No classes Spring Registration Online preview available Wednesday January 23rd Online & mail-in registration begins Wednesday January 30th at 5:00 AM Walk-in, phone-in & fax-in registration begins Wednesday February 6th Summer Brochure Preview/Registration Online preview begins Wednesday March 6th Online & mail-in registration begins Wednesday March 13th at 5:00 AM Walk-in, phone-in & fax-in registration begins Wednesday March 20th Scholarship Awards Each year the Club awards scholarships to current or former members who are pursuing post-secondary education. Applications are available mid-february at the Club and at ABGClub.org, and must be returned by Friday March 29th. ABGC 81st Birthday Week Donate Your Unwanted Vehicle and HELP A CHILD! Donate your unwanted car, truck, trailer or boat to the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Your vehicle will be towed away free of charge and you can help the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Tell your friends and neighbors. For more information or to arrange a pick-up call ABGC Birthday Week: Celebrating 81 Years of Great Futures! November 13th - 17th Tuesday Birthday Party 3:30 PM, ages 6-17 Wednesday Birthday Gym Activities 4:00-5:00 PM, ages 6-17 Thursday Parent & Adult Breakfast 7:00-10:00 AM Teddy Bear Picnic 3:30 PM, ages 6-17 Friday Parent & Adult Luncheon 11:30 AM Clubsgiving Dinner Ages :30 PM Saturday 81st Family Event 2:00-4:00 PM See ABGClub.org for detailed description of events. Teddy Bear Picnic Ages 6 & Older Come join us on November 15th from 3:30-4:30 PM for a Teddy Bear Picnic and to see the Teddies we got ready for the Salvation Army. 81st Annual Celebration This year at the 81st Celebration we will present deserving individuals with the following honors. If you would like to nominate an individual or an organization who fits the criteria, applications will be available on our website in early December. The application deadline is Thursday January 31st. George P. Faulkner Citizens Award for Service to Youth Must be over 21 years of age Individual or group has given generously of their time and energy volunteering at a non-profit youth activity or organization Is a positive role model providing guidance and encouragement Instills good morals and promotes citizenship Youth Service Award Must be under 21 years of age Individual has given generously of their time and energy volunteering at a non-profit Arlington youth activity For more information Derek Curran at dcurran@abgclub.org.

4 GENERAL INFO GENERAL INFO General Info for 17 & under Annual Child Membership - $30 Membership is required prior to enrolling in classes. Children ages 6-17 can participate in the supervised Club Kids Program. Members must bring their card and check in each time they come to the Club. Members may bring a guest (must be 8 years of age). Guests 8-17 years are $5. Guests must be accompanied by a current member. Limit of 1 visit before membership is required. Membership Benefits: Club Kids Program Ages 6-17 This program allows children to explore all areas of the Club. See page 2 for details. Family Open Gym & Games Room, Ages 6-11 Saturdays, December 8th-March 9th, 6-11 year old members with parent Open Gym Time 2:00-3:00 PM and Games Room Time 3:00-4:00 PM. Family Swim Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 AM (limited to 25 people), Fridays 5:30-6:15 PM or 6:15-7:00 PM (limited to 75 people) Open to all members and immediate family. Children must be accompanied by an adult in the water. One person in the family must be a current member of the Club. Suggested admission is a donation to the Arlington Food Pantry. Parent Tot Connection Ages 1-4 This drop-in playgroup for toddlers and preschoolers meets at the Club on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM. An adult must attend. The program provides participants an opportunity to play together and with others. Age-appropriate activities including music and movement and crafts will be offered each week. This program is offered with support from Thom Mystic Valley Early Intervention. Not offered November 23, December 28, and February 22. Club Bank & Snack Bar Youth members can deposit any amount of money for the day and withdraw as they need. Money must be withdrawn at day s end. Pizza is sold Fridays at 5:00 PM. Sign-In Procedure All members and guests must sign in when entering the Club. Page 1 What is the Arlington Boys & Girls Club? A place to go and have fun A place where a child can be a child while learning to understand him/herself A place where a child can feel he/she is important A place that provides physical fitness, health and athletic programs A place that provides arts and crafts to develop skills and talents A place that provides leadership development and decision-making responsibilities A place to develop new friendships Code of Conduct Be honest / act honestly. Follow Club rules. Behave in a respectful manner to each other, Club staff, volunteers, and visitors. Respect all property belonging to you, others, and the Club. Recognize and focus on effort, positive behavior, and excellence. Honor differences. Violations of the Code of Conduct will follow the three strike policy 1. Staff will sit the child down and explain what rule was broken. 2. Staff will contact parent about child s behavior. 3. Child may be suspended, depending on the severity of behavior. Project Learn Club staff use all areas and programs in the Club to create opportunities for high-yield learning activities to better enhance the Club experience. The Club is a place where members can realize their full potential as productive and caring citizens. High-yield activities (HYAs) provide youth with fun experiences that are hands-on, interactive and intentionally develop critical thinking or other skills. Power Hour: Making Minutes Count helps Club members achieve academic success by providing homework help, tutoring and encouraging members to become self-directed learners. SMART Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls.

5 CLUB KIDS PROGRAM INFO Club Kids Program Information A yearly non-refundable membership fee of $30 is required of all members. This fee allows members ages 6-17 access to the Club during Club hours to participate in daily games, learning center, tournaments, open gym, free swim and special events. Membership fees are renewable one year from date of purchase. Members, ages 6-17, are supervised at the Club. The Club has an open door policy, which means members may go in and out of the building as they please. Parents should limit how far their children can stray from the Club. Children not mature enough to handle this responsibility should enroll in other programs with direct supervision. Club Kids Program Members 6-17 Ages 6-11 Ages Mon 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-7:00 PM Tues 1:00-7:00 PM 1:00-8:45 PM Wed 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-7:00 PM Thu 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-8:45 PM Fri 2:30-8:45 PM 2:30-8:45 PM Triple Play We implement Triple Play into our daily programs. This Boys & Girls Club of America program strives to improve the overall health of Club members ages 6-17 by increasing their daily physical activity, teaching them good nutrition and helping them develop healthy relationships. Triple Play activities will be held Monday - Friday. CLUB KIDS PROGRAM INFO Club Kids Questions Ages Are my children safe? There are staff members located in all program areas. All staff have background checks performed annually and have CPR and First Aid Training. 2. Can my child go outside? While participating in Club sponsored programs and activities, members ages 6-17 are supervised by Club staff and volunteers. However, the Club has an open door policy, which means that any member may enter or exit the building as they please during open hours. The Club relies on parents to set appropriate limits and grant permission to be on Club grounds. It is imperative that you establish and enforce rules about whether your children may leave the Club alone, or with other children. If your children are not allowed to leave the Club alone or with others, please plan to come inside the Club to pick up your children. The Club cannot be responsible for children prior to their arrival at the Club or if they voluntarily leave the Club. 3. What should my child bring to the Club? Children should bring a bathing suit, towel and a snack or money for snacks. Snack machines and drink machines are available. All members belongings can be locked in a locker. If your child brings money, please check the money in at bank at the front desk. Money can be taken out as needed. Please take all money out at the end of the day. 4. What shouldn t my child bring to the Club? Please do not bring expensive items to the Club. The Club is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Program Area Schedule for Winter Session Ages 6-17 Program Area Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Games Room 2:30-7:00 PM 1:00-7:00 PM 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-8:45 PM Pond Room 5:00-7:00 PM 4:00-7:00 PM 4:00-7:00 PM 4:00-7:00 PM 3:00-8:45 PM Ages Learning Center Power Hour* 3:30-4:00 PM 2:00-3:00 PM 3:30-4:00 PM 3:30-4:00 PM Free Swim Ages 6-17 Teen Swim Ages Open Gym Ages 6-17 Open Gym Ages :45-5:15 PM 2:15-2:45 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 7:00-7:45 PM 7:45-8:30 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 8:00-8:45 PM 7:00-8:45 PM 7:00-8:45 PM Note that Open Gym schedule is subject to change as a result of inclement weather. * Power Hour is a Homework Support Program, see page 1 for details Page 2

6 MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS Middle School Programs A yearly non-refundable membership fee of $30 is required of all members. The fee allows members access to the Club during Club hours to participate in daily games, homework help, tournaments, open gym, free swim and special events. Members are supervised at the Club. The Club has an open door policy, which means members may go in and out of the building as they please. Parents should limit how far their children can stray from the Club. Contact Kim at kurquhart@abgclub.org or John at jbowler@abgclub.org with any questions. Club Hours: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Pond Room Hours: Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday Gym Hours: 2:30-7:00 PM 1:00-8:45 PM 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-8:45 PM 2:30-8:45 PM 5:00-7:00 PM 4:00-7:00 PM 3:00-8:45 PM Monday Thursday 3:00-4:00 PM Tuesday & Thursday 7:00-8:45 PM Friday 3:00-4:00 PM 8:00-8:45 PM Saturday (12/8-3/9) 3:00-4:30 PM Pool Hours Monday Thursday Friday Games Room Hours 4:45-5:15 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 7:45-8:30 PM Tuesday & Thursday 7:00-8:00 PM Homework Help / Quiet Time Monday Thursday 5:00-6:00 PM Project Learn MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS Through Project Learn, our Club staff uses all areas and programs in the Club to create opportunities for high yield learning activities that will better enhance the Club experience for our members. We have a well trained and experienced staff that assist our youth in developing positive relationships with others. The Club is a place where members can realize their full potential as productive and caring citizens. Project Learn Program Descriptions Diplomas to Degrees (d2d) provides a range of services to guide teens as they work toward high school graduation and prepare for post-secondary education and career success. Contact Dee at dlydon@abgclub.org. Healthy Habits: Through small-group learning experiences, Boys & Girls Club members ages 6 to 17 will learn to develop positive attitudes and behaviors related to nutrition and fitness. For more information contact Kim at kurquhart@abgclub.org. Million Members, Million Hours of Service is a new initiative to involve Club kids and teens in service activities year round. Our Club will work to raise members awareness of community service opportunities and provide them with resources to undertake projects for their communities. For more information contact Kim at kurquhart@abgclub.org. Passport to Manhood: A program for adolescent boys that address several key areas of development while stressing and promoting positive values and behaviors. Promotes and teaches responsibility for male Club members ages 11 to 14. For more information contact Coach John at jbowler@abgclub.org. Smart Girls: A small group health, fitness, prevention/education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of our girls. For more information contact Kim at kurquhart@abgclub.org. Triple Play: We implement Triple Play into our daily programs. This Boys & Girls Club of America program strives to improve the overall health of Club members by increasing their daily physical activity, teaching them good nutrition and helping them to develop healthy relationships. Christmas Trees and Wreaths On Sale 7 days a week, beginning Saturday Nov 24th, 60 Pond Lane Come find that perfect tree or wreath to decorate your home! All proceeds benefit youth activities at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. To volunteer contact Diane at dhontoria@abgclub.org or ext 250. Page 3

7 MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS Friday Night Special Events 12/14 Holiday Party 6:30-8:45 PM 1/11 Movie Night 6:30-8:45 PM 2/8 Valentine s Celebration 6:30-8:45 PM Youth Volunteer Opportunities Learn how to be a leader and gain firsthand experience with this opportunity to work with our youth members! For more information contact Lauren at lduddy@abgclub.org! Extreme Fridays Ages These trips are an additional fee and require preregistration. metrorock, Everett Come join us while we boulder, use the auto-belays, and explore. Staff there will fit us with shoes and harnesses. Please be advised that your child must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian. Code Day Time Date Fee B1 F 5:30-9:00 PM 1/25 $35 Glow Bowling, Woburn Join us for an afternoon at the Woburn Bowladrome. We will play in their games room and then bowl under the black lights and disco ball! Code Day Time Date Fee B2 F 2:30-6:00 PM 2/22 $25 Middle School-Aged Registered Programs Lifeguarding Tomorrow see page 6 Middle School Swim Team see page 7 Junior Two Basketball see page 7 Girls Volleyball see page 8 Babysitting Course see page 8 OUR MISSION Our mission is to provide a fun, safe, supportive place for children to learn and grow; to have ongoing relationships with caring adults; and to take part in life enhancing programs emphasizing leadership, character development, education, health and life skills, sports, fitness and recreation. Youth Swim Classes Swim Class Registration Limited to one swim class per session. 1. A waitlist will be established once classes are filled. 2. Participants must be at least six years of age to register for youth level classes. 3. Concerned about what level to register for? Contact Dan at djohnson@abgclub.org or Mike at mmowatt@abgclub.org. Locker Room Safety Rules 1. Food, gum, beverages and glass items are NOT allowed. 2. Do NOT stand on the benches. 3. NO running or chasing in the Locker Room. 4. Shower before entering the pool. 5. Use of a cell phone in any of the locker room areas is NOT allowed. 6. The Club is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items. 7. Report all losses or injury to the Front Desk Staff. 8. All contents removed daily from lockers will be held for period of up to two weeks; unclaimed items will be given to charity. 9. Lockers may not be used to store items overnight. Personal locks will be cut off and discarded and items will be confiscated. Locker Room access 1. Children five years of age or younger may enter the locker room of the opposite gender. 2. Children age six or older are not allowed in the locker room of the opposite gender; the family changing room is available. 3. Children age six or older may enter the appropriate locker room without adult supervision. 4. Use of family changing room is encouraged; please see front desk staff for key to use the family changing room. Family Changing Room Policies YOUTH SWM CLASSES 1. Priority use for the Family Changing Rooms is for families with young children of the opposite sex of the parent, who cannot utilize the locker rooms to assist their children in changing into swim gear. 2. Please do not leave personal belongings behind when departing the family changing room. 3. Please see front desk staff for family changing room key. Page 4

8 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES YOUTH SWIM CLASSES Private Swim Lessons Ages 3-17 There will be 1 child per instructor. The goal is to improve the skills that the child has, and to introduce new skills. Red Cross Swim Level requirements will be covered A1 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 12/8-1/19 $247 12/ A2 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 12/8-1/19 $247 12/ B1 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 1/26-3/9 $247 2/ B2 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 1/26-3/9 $247 2/23 Semi-Private Swim Lessons There will be 2-3 children ages 6 and older in each class. The goal is to improve the skills that they have, and to introduce new skills. Red Cross Swim Level requirements will be covered. Level AA W 4:10-4:40 PM 12/5-1/16 $157 12/26, 1/ BA W 4:10-4:40 PM 1/23-3/6 $188 2/20 Level AB Sa 11:55-12:25PM 12/8-1/19 $188 12/ BB Sa 11:55-12:25PM 1/26-3/9 $188 2/23 Level AC Sa 11:20-11:50AM 12/8-1/19 $188 12/ BC Sa 11:20-11:50AM 1/26-3/9 $188 2/23 Level AD Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 12/4-1/15 $157 12/25, 1/ BD Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 1/22-3/5 $188 2/19 Youth Level I: Introduction to Water Skills Purpose: Comfort in water. Basic water safety rules. Bobbing, blowing bubbles, and locating a submerged object. Swimming and floating on front and back A1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A2 F 3:00-3:30 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A3 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B2 F 3:00-3:30 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B3 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Page 5 Youth Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Purpose: Submerging entire head. Front & back glide. Treading water using arms & legs. Water safety rules. Bobbing in water, floating, swimming using combined stroke on front & back. Includes time in the shallow end & the deep end A1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A2 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A4 F 3:00-3:30 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A5 F 3:35-4:05 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A6 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B2 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B4 F 3:00-3:30 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B5 F 3:35-4:05 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B6 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Youth Level 3: Stroke Development Purpose: Build on Level 2 skills with additional guided practice. Front & back glide, front & back crawl, and elementary backstroke. Sitting & kneeling dive. Rotary breathing. Survival float and back float, scissor/dolphin/breast stroke kick. This is a deep end class A1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A3 W 3:00-3:30 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A4 W 4:10-4:40 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A6 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A7 F 4:10-4:40 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A8 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A9 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A10 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B3 W 3:00-3:30 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B4 W 4:10-4:40 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B6 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B7 F 4:10-4:40 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/22 [Continued on next page]

9 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES YOUTH SWIM CLASSES [Level 3, continued] B8 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B9 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B10 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Youth Level 4: Stroke Improvement Purpose: Develop confidence in strokes & aquatic skills. Safe diving rules. Dive from a compact and stride position. Back float, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, side stroke and throwing assist. Front & back crawl, open turn on front & back A1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A3 W 3:35-4:05 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A4 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A6 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A7 Sa 10:45-11:15AM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B3 W 3:35-4:05 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B4 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B6 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B7 Sa 10:45-11:15AM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Youth Level 5: Stroke Refinement Purpose: Provide coordination and refine strokes, shallow angle dive, front and back crawl. Tuck and pike surface dive. Front crawl and backstroke, flip turns. Elementary backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke, sidestroke. Youth Level 6: Swimming & Skill Proficiency Purpose: Ease, efficiency, power, smoothness offered in two separate classes. All classes continue to work on strokes and endurance. A child can register for either class. No specific order required to pass. 1. Fitness Swimmer: Different ways to exercise in water. 2. Personal Water Safety. Type: FS A1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ B2 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Type: PWS A2 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/22 Adaptive Aquatics Ages 3-17 Swimming lessons designed for children with disabilities. Classes are modified to give children a fun, safe swim lesson while in a calm and welcoming environment. For more information and scheduling inquiries contact Dan at djohnson@abgclub.org Lifeguarding Tomorrow Ages This class focuses on building a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills of future lifeguards, including an introduction to First Aid, CPR and AED skills. Participants must be able to swim: the front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or side; the breaststroke for 25 yards using a pull, breathe, kick and glide sequence; float on back for 30 seconds or swim on back for 25 yards using the elementary backstroke or back crawl; tread water for 1 minute using arms and legs; and submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet under water A1 W 3:35-4:05 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/2 Code Day Time Date Fee A2 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ B1 Tu, W, Th 5:30-7:00PM 2/26-3/7 $ A3 F 3:00-3:30 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A4 F 4:10-4:40 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/4 Intramural Swim Team Ages A5 Sa 9:35-10:05AM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/29 Choose either Reservoir Raiders or the Park Ave Piranhas. Both B1 W 3:35-4:05 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/20 teams will feature stroke development & refinement, turn/diving B2 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/21 drills, timed swims and Water Sports. Two swim meets are scheduled. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards in deep water B3 F 3:00-3:30 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B4 F 4:10-4:40 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B5 Sa 9:35-10:05AM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Reservoir Raiders A1 M 3:05-3:50 PM 12/3-3/4 $166 12/24,12/31, 1/21, 2/18 Park Ave Piranhas A2 M 3:55-4:40 PM 12/3-3/4 $166 See above Page 6

10 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES Middle School Intramural Swim Team Grades 6-8 This is a great option for middle school aged children that want a swim team experience. This team will feature stroke development & refinement, turn/diving drills, timed swims and water sports. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards in deep water. Wellington Street Tsunami A1 M 5:20-6:05 PM 12/3-3/4 $166 12/24,12/31, 1/21, 2/18 Red Cross Lifeguard Training Ages 15+ Course Description: The course will provide training for pool settings. 100% attendance, with full participation in all scheduled classes, successful completion of all critical skill, and written exams (with an 80% or better) will certify the candidate in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training with First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer (valid for two years). Requirements: Minimum age 15 years old. Swim 300 yards continuously using these strokes in the following order: 100 yards of front crawl using rhythmic breathing and a stabilizing, propellant kick. Rhythmic breathing can be performed either by breathing to the side or to the front. 100 yards breast stroke using a pull, breathe, kick and glide sequence. 100 yards either front crawl or breaststroke. This 100 yards may be a combination of front crawl and breaststroke. Swim 20 yards starting in the water, surface dive 7-10 ft, retrieve a 10lb object, return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps, within 1 minute 40 seconds. Tread water for two minutes, no hands. Class fee includes $50.00 non-refundable fee. Registration deadline is February 1st class. Minimum enrollment must be met by this date in order for the class to run. If you are questioning passing the pretest please contact Dan at djohnson@abgclub.org to make an appointment, otherwise the test will be given at the beginning of the first class. Code Day Time Date Fee F1 Tu,W,Th 9:00-5:30 PM 2/19-2/21 $350 Youth Sports Classes Biddy Basketball Ages 6-8 Designed for boys and girls 6 to 8 years old. On game day, there is a Skills and Drills Session at their scheduled game time each week. Skill sessions last about 15 minutes, followed by a game consisting of (2) 16 minute halves. Time will be spent learning the rules that apply to the game of basketball. Volunteer coaches are always needed A1 Sa 9:00AM-1PM 12/8-3/9 $95 12/22, 12/29, 2/23 Week 1 & 2 Players with last names A-K 9:30-10:30 AM and last names L-Z 11:15 AM-12:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Jr. Basketball One & Two Ages 9-13 Designed for boys and girls ages 9 to 13. An intramural league designed for fun and stresses the importance of individual and team sportsmanship. The most important concept in our program is that we play to have fun. Everyone plays. Fundamentals are emphasized. Focus is placed on cooperation, not competition. This is a program that involves respect for everyone and a clear understanding of the rules by players, coaches, referees, and parents. Junior One Ages 9-10: A1 W,Th or F 5, 6 & 7PM 12/5-3/1 $95 12/26, 27, 28, 2/20, 21, 22 Week 1 & 2 Players with the last names A-K Wednesday 5:00-6:00 PM and last names L-Z Wednesday 6:15-7:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Junior Two Ages 11-13: YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES A1 W,Th or F 5,6,7 & 8PM 12/6-3/1 $95 12/26, 27, 28, 2/20, 21, 22 Week 1 & 2 Thursday 5:30-6:30 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Championship games will be played during the week of March 6th. Page 7

11 YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES / YOUTH ENRICHMENT CLASSES Girls Volleyball Ages 9-13 A beginner level program which introduces basic volleyball skills including serving, passing, setting, hitting and blocking. Each class offers skill-building activities along with an assortment of volleyball games A1 Tu 5:15-6:00 PM 12/4-1/15 $42 12/18, 12/25, 1/ B1 Tu 5:15-6:00 PM 1/22-3/5 $62 2/19 Tae-Sho Karate Ages 7 & Up Tae-Sho Karate is a combination of Tai Kwan Do and Shoto Kan. Children will learn discipline, structure and self-defense. Advantages include physical exercise, conditioning and building self-confidence. Parents are welcome to join too. Instructors are Michael Vartabedian, Black Belt and former Golden Gloves Boxer and Alex Grande, Black Belt A1 W 6:15-7:15 PM 1/2-5/8 $150 2/ A2 Sa 8:45-9:45 AM 1/5-5/11 $150 2/ A3 W, Sa Both times 1/2-5/11 $240 2/20, 2/23 Youth Enrichment Classes Babysitting Course Ages Designed to prepare students to manage young children, feed, diaper, and care for infants, respond to emergency situations, and make good decisions under pressure. Children will receive a certificate upon completion. YOUTH STEM CLASSES / FRIDAY NIGHT FUN Youth STEM Classes: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics NEW Girls Wicked Cool Discovery Lab Ages 6-8 Six of our favorite science lessons wrapped up into one fun-filled program! Explore the Earth by making Mesozoic volcanoes and delve deep into the ocean to the coral reefs. Get electrified creating simple light up circuits and be a chemist to make rainbow slime. Each week we ll get into fun science and engineering challenges - all tried and true favorites! This class is taught by Wicked Cool for Kids B1 Tu 4:00-5:00 PM 1/22-3/5 $175 2/19 NEW Lego Engineering Junior Machine Power Ages 6-8 A Wicked Cool for Kids exclusive! Machine Power teaches basic engineering concepts, problem solving, and teamwork by playing and building with LEGOs. We will look at the uses of energy to power machines. We investigate wind power design, flywheels, gears, pulleys, and cams as we build land yachts, cars, and walking mechanisms B2 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM 1/26-3/9 $175 2/ B1 M 4:00-5:00 PM 1/28-3/11 $65 2/18 D & D Winter Adventure Ages 10 & Up Beginners Ski Trip, Bradford Ski Resorts, Friday February 15th 3:00-8:00 PM : This trip is designed for children who may not be ready for the big mountains but would love to try skiing. Registration forms available at the front desk beginning January 2nd. FEES are based on need for ski rentals. For more information contact Dee at dlydon@abgclub.org. Friday Night Fun Parents Night Out Ages 6-10 Join us for pizza and a movie night, followed by swim time in the pool! Look for the title of the movie 1 week prior to the event. Popcorn and drinks will also be provided! Code Day Time Date Fee A1 F 6:00-9:00 PM 12/7 $ A2 F 6:00-9:00 PM 1/4 $ B1 F 6:00-9:00 PM 2/1 $ B2 F 6:00-9:00 PM 3/1 $15 Page 8

12 HOW YOU CAN HELP / DECEMBER VACATION How You Can Help Are you looking to get into the Holiday Spirit? Spend a few hours volunteering at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club Christmas Tree Sale! Our annual Christmas Tree Sale begins Saturday November 24th and runs daily. Volunteer your time greeting customers & displaying trees for them to view. Assist families in finding that perfect tree for their home then help secure the tree onto the car. If you cannot lift a tree, we are also looking for cashiers in the tree yard. All proceeds benefit youth activities. If you are 18 or older you can sign-up through the sign-up genius link at ABGClub.org. For more information contact Diane at dhontoria@abgclub.org or x250. Henry Bear s Park Toy Drive This year Henry Bear s Park again will be sponsoring a toy drive to support families in our community through donations to the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Your purchase for the Toy Drive will receive a 20% discount. The toy drive will take place from November 1st through December 11th. Holiday Help HOW YOU CAN HELP / FEBRUARY VACATION Although the holidays should be a joyous time of year for family and friends, some families experience difficulty and it is up to our Club community to spread some holiday cheer. Since the Arlington Boys & Girls Club opened its doors in 1937, hundreds of children have experienced a holiday filled with joy and wonder. This is made possible by the thoughtfulness and generosity of the club community. Please help us in our efforts by volunteering to shop for a child, purchasing gift cards, or making a donation. If you would like more information please contact Kim at kurquhart@abgclub.org. AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way to support the Arlington Boys & Girls Club every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at (without changing your existing account details), you ll find the exact same experience as Amazon.com, but in this case, Amazon will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Club! Please share this information with family and friends who shop on Amazon! December Vacation Dec & Dec 31 The Club Kids Program will be open from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, for ages 6-17 years old. Fun activities will be scheduled for the pool, gym and games room areas. Please visit ABGClub.org for more information. Vacation Club K - 5th Grade We will offer full day programs which include crafts, structured computer time, sports in the gym, daily free swims and special events. Children may be separated by age for some activities. For questions, contact Dee at dlydon@abgclub.org. Register by December 7th, with required paperwork. Code Day Theme Time Date Fee D1 Th Silly Science 8-6:00 PM 12/27 $ D2 F Frozen Fun Friday 8-6:00 PM 12/28 $ D3 M Noon Year s Eve 8-6:00 PM 12/31 $60 February Vacation Feb The Club Kids Program will be open from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, for ages 6-17 years old. Fun activities will be scheduled for the pool, gym and games room areas. Please visit ABGClub.org for more information. Vacation Club K - 5th Grade We will offer full day programs which include crafts, structured computer time, sports in the gym, daily free swims and special events. Children may be separated by age for some activities. For questions, contact Dee at dlydon@abgclub.org. Register by January 18, with required paperwork. Code Day Theme Time Date Fee F1 Tu Biddy Sports Day 8-6:00 PM 2/19 $ F2 W S.T.E.A.M. Day 8-6:00 PM 2/20 $ F3 Th Cool Kids Cooking 8-6:00 PM 2/21 $ F4 F Animals & Creatures 8-6:00 PM 2/22 $60 Page 9

13 TOT SWIM CLASSES Tot Swim Classes Swim Class Registration Limited to one swim class per session. 1. A waitlist will be established once classes are filled. 2. Children who register for a tot swim class without a parent must be at least 34 inches to chin level. 3. Children not toilet trained must wear swim diapers or rubber pants over diapers. 4. Concerned about what level to register for? Contact Dan at djohnson@abgclub.org or Mike at mmowatt@abgclub.org. Locker Room Safety Rules 1. Food, gum, beverages and glass items are NOT allowed. 2. Do NOT stand on the benches. 3. NO running or chasing in the Locker Room. 4. Shower before entering the pool. 5. Use of a cell phone in any of the locker room areas is NOT allowed 6. The Club is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items. 7. Report all losses or injury to the Front Desk Staff. 8. All contents removed daily from lockers will be held for period of up to two weeks; unclaimed items will be given to charity. 9. Lockers may not be used to store items overnight. Personal locks will be cut off and discarded and items will be confiscated. Locker Room access 1. Children five years of age or younger may enter the locker room of the opposite gender. 2. Children age six or older are not allowed in the locker room of the opposite gender; the family changing room is available. 3. Children age six or older may enter the appropriate locker room without adult supervision. 4. Use of family changing room is encouraged; please see front desk staff for key to use the family changing room. Tot Water Babies with Parent TOT SWIM CLASSES Designed to introduce children to the aquatic atmosphere at a young age. Skills include blowing bubbles, kicking on stomach and back, paddling arms, sliding/jumping in, gliding, floating and going underwater. Includes group skills, free play, games & songs. Ages 6-24 months: A1 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 12/8-1/19 $78 12/ A2 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 12/8-1/19 $78 12/ B1 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 1/26-3/9 $78 2/ B2 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 1/26-3/9 $78 2/23 Ages months: A1 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 12/8-1/19 $78 12/ A2 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 12/8-1/19 $78 12/ B1 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 1/26-3/9 $78 2/ B2 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 1/26-3/9 $78 2/23 Ages 6 months - 4 years: A1 W 10:05-10:35 AM 12/5-1/16 $65 12/26, 1/ A2 F 10:20-10:50 AM 12/7-1/18 $65 12/28, 1/ A3 Sa 11:20-11:50 AM 12/8-1/19 $78 12/ B1 W 10:05-10:35 AM 1/23-3/6 $78 2/ B2 F 10:20-10:50 AM 1/25-3/8 $78 2/ B3 Sa 11:20-11:50 AM 1/26-3/9 $78 2/23 Private Swim Lessons Ages 3-17 There will be 1 child per instructor. The goal is to improve the skills that the child has, and to introduce new skills. Red Cross Swim Level requirements will be covered A1 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 12/8-1/19 $247 12/ A2 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 12/8-1/19 $247 12/ B1 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 1/26-3/9 $247 2/ B2 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 1/26-3/9 $247 2/23 Family Changing Room Policies 1. Priority use for the Family Changing Rooms is for families with young children of the opposite sex of the parent, who cannot utilize the locker rooms to assist their children in changing into swim gear. 2. Please do not leave personal belongings behind when departing the family changing room. 3. Please see front desk staff for family changing room key. Page 10

14 TOT SWIM CLASSES Semi-Private Swim Lessons Ages 4 & 5 There will be 2-3 children in each class. The goal is to improve the skills that they have and to introduce new skills. Child must meet height requirement of 34 inches to chin level. Taught in the shallow end A1 Tu 1:40-2:10 PM 12/4-1/15 $157 12/25, 1/ A2 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 12/8-1/19 $188 12/ B1 Tu 1:40-2:10 PM 1/22-3/5 $188 2/ B2 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 1/26-3/9 $188 2/23 Fish Ages 3 & 4 without parent Children must be 34 inches to chin level. Skills: safety, learning to balance & maneuver, kicking on stomach & back, paddling arms, floating, use of barbells, noodles and kickboards, jumping, blowing bubbles, going underwater & confidence building. Includes water games and songs. Taught in the shallow end A1 Tu 1:05-1:35 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A3 W 10:40-11:10AM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A4 Th 10:20-10:50AM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A5 F 10:55-11:25AM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A6 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A8 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 Tu 1:05-l:35 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B3 W 10:40-11:10AM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B4 Th 10:20-10:50AM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B5 F 10:55-11:25AM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B6 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B8 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Turtles Ages 4 & 5 Refer to Fish description, only difference is ages 4-5 years A1 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 12/4-1/15 $70 12/25, 1/ A2 W 1:05-1:35 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A3 Th 10:55-11:25 AM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A5 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A6 Sa 2:10-2:40PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/29 TOT SWIM CLASSES B1 Tu 3:35-4:05PM 1/22-3/5 $83 2/ B2 W 1:05-1:35 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B3 Th 10:55-11:25 AM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B5 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B6 Sa 2:10-2:40PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Penguins Ages 4 & 5 Child must be comfortable in water & can swim slightly on front without support A1 W 1:40-2:10 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 12/5-1/16 $70 12/26, 1/ A3 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A4 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A5 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A6 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 W 1:40-2:10 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 1/23-3/6 $83 2/ B3 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B4 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B5 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B6 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Dolphins Ages 4 & 5 Is able to swim on front & back without support, in 4-6 feet of water A1 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 12/6-1/17 $70 12/27, 1/ A2 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ A3 Sa 11:20-11:50AM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 1/24-3/7 $83 2/ B2 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/ B3 Sa 11:20-11:50 AM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Walrus Advanced Ages 4 & 5 Children will be swimming independently in the DEEP END. All children MUST be able to swim front crawl and back crawl for at least the width of the pool A1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 12/7-1/18 $70 12/28, 1/ A2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 12/8-1/19 $83 12/ B1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 1/25-3/8 $83 2/ B2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 1/26-3/9 $83 2/23 Page 11

15 TOT GYM CLASSES Tot Gym Classes Jump, Jiggle & Jive Ages months A playgroup with music and movement for children months and their caregivers. Children will have the opportunity to climb, crawl, run and jump in our gym. The group also includes a circle time with song, dance, and parachute activities to encourage language and peer interaction A1 Th 9:00-10:00 AM 12/6-1/17 $52 12/20, 12/ B1 Th 9:00-10:00 AM 1/24-3/7 $62 2/21 Twinkle Twinkle Little Toes Ages 3-5 This is a fun creative movement class for 3-5 year old mini ballerinas without parent. Basic dance skills are taught through coordination activities, games, and short combinations. Each class includes a dance related craft and story A1 W 1:00-1:45 PM 12/5-1/ A2 F 1:00-1:45 PM 12/7-1/ B1 W 1:00-1:45 PM 1/23-3/6 TOT GYM CLASSES $62 12/26 $52 12/28, 1/18 $62 2/ B2 F 1:00-1:45 PM 1/25-3/8 $62 2/22 Tot Wee Wigglers Ages months This class is offered for children ages months with a parent or caregiver. Each session will include open play, music, circle time and social interaction for tots with an adult A1 Th 10:30-11:15AM 12/6-1/17 $52 12/20,12/ B1 Th 10:30-11:15AM 1/24-3/7 $62 2/21 Tot Tumble Bumble Ages 2-3 This class is for ages 2-3 years with a caregiver. Adults will guide children through an obstacle course, where they will learn beginning gymnastics skills. We roll, climb, jump and have fun A1 M 9:30-10:15AM 12/3-1/14 $50 12/17, 12/24 12/ A2 W 9:30-10:15AM 12/5-1/16 $62 12/19, 12/ B1 M 9:30-10:15AM 1/28-3/4 $62 2/ B2 W 9:30-10:15AM 1/23-3/6 $74 2/20 Tot Gym Together Ages 2-4 For ages 2-4 years with a parent or caregiver. Children and adults will participate in age appropriate large motor activities and games using a wide range of equipment and props A1 Tu 10:15-11:00AM 12/4-1/15 $42 12/18,12/25, 1/ B1 Tu 10:15-11:00AM 1/22-3/5 $62 2/19 Page 12 Tumblers Ages 3-5 Tumblers I - III: This class teaches the fundamentals of gymnastics in a fun & safe environment. It is designed to develop strength, coordination and flexibility. Basic skills are taught through an obstacle course. Dress Code: Children should wear leotards or t-shirts tucked into shorts and must have bare feet. Long hair must be pulled back tight. Please do not wear jeans, dresses, footed tights or socks. Tumblers l: Age A1 M 10:15-11 AM 12/3-1/14 $50 12/17,12/24, 12/ B1 M 10:15-11 AM 1/28-3/4 $62 2/18 Tumblers ll: Ages 3 & A1 M 11-11:45 AM 12/3-1/14 $50 12/17, 12/24, 12/ A2 W 10:15-11 AM 12/5-1/16 $62 12/19,12/ B1 M 11-11:45 AM 1/28-3/4 $62 2/ B2 W 10:15-11 AM 1/23-3/6 $74 2/20 Tumblers lll: Ages 4 & A1 M 12:30-1:15 PM 12/3-1/14 $50 12/17, 12/24,12/ A2 M 1:15-2:00 PM 12/3-1/14 $50 12/17, 12/24,12/ A3 W 11-11:45 AM 12/5-1/16 $62 12/19,12/ B1 M 12:30-1:15 PM 1/28-3/4 $62 2/ B2 M 1:15-2:00 PM 1/28-3/4 $62 2/ B3 W 11-11:45 AM 1/23-3/6 $74 2/20

16 TOT GYM CLASSES Tot Soccer Ages 3-5 Teaches basic skills such as passing, dribbling, and shooting in a fun game situation A1 F 12:30-1:15 PM 12/7-1/18 $52 12/21, 12/ A2 F 1:15-2:00 PM 12/7-1/18 $52 12/21, 12/ B1 F 12:30-1:15 PM 1/25-3/8 $62 2/ B2 F 1:15-2:00 PM 1/25-3/8 $62 2/22 Tot Sports & Games Ages 3 & 4 A fun filled class that introduces children to a variety of sports & games. Each day will include a new sport, games and circle time A1 Tu 9:15-10:00 AM 12/4-1/15 $42 12/18,12/25, 1/ B1 Tu 9:15-10:00 AM 1/22-3/5 $62 2/19 Hot Shots Basketball Ages 4 & 5 Introduces basic skills of basketball including passing, dribbling and shooting in a fun game situation A1 Tu 1:15-2:00 PM 12/4-1/15 $42 12/18,12/25, 1/ B1 Tu 1:15-2:00 PM 1/22-3/5 $62 2/19 Tots at Play Music & Movement with Jeff Jam Ages 6 Months - 4 Years Jeff Jam, a certified Music Together teacher, leads young children in singing, clapping, humming, dancing, bouncing and laughing. Ages 6 mo - 2 years A1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 12/6-1/17 $80 12/ B1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 1/24-3/7 $80 2/21 Ages 2-4 years A1 Th 10:15-11:00AM 12/6-1/17 $80 12/ B1 Th 10:15-11:00AM 1/24-3/7 $80 2/21 Tot Stay & Play Ages TOTS AT PLAY Children play with others in a relaxed, fun environment that fosters independence. Activities are designed to promote independence and may include crafts, fine motor play, music and movement, group time and outdoor play A1 M 9:30-11:30AM 12/3-3/4 $300 12/24,12/31, 1/21, 2/ A2 W 9:30-11:30AM 12/5-3/6 $360 12/26,2/ A3 Th 9:30-11:30AM 12/6-3/7 $360 12/27,2/21 Serve & Learn Tennis Ages 4 & 5 Teaches basic tennis skills using junior tennis rackets A1 W 1:15-2:00 PM 12/5-1/16 $52 12/19,12/ B1 W 1:15-2:00 PM 1/23-3/6 $62 2/20 ABC Preschool Ages Pre-K This year we celebrate 37 years of learning and growing with the community. ABC Preschool at the Club is the beginning of a lifelong connection - children enter an amazing place where everyone believes in them, supports their dreams and is dedicated to helping them be their best, from preschool to high school and beyond. Our sunny and spacious classrooms are located in the lower level of the Club. We have a fenced-in playground overlooking Spy Pond and are able to utilize the Club s gym & heated pool. Program options from 2 to 5 days are available. Registration for 2019/2020 will open November 14, For more information and tour scheduling, contact Judy Andrews at (781) x216. Open House Schedule: Thursday November 15th 9:30-10:30 AM, Wednesday December 5th 9:30-10:30 AM. Please visit ABGClub.org and click on ABC Preschool for more scheduled events. Page 13 Stay & Play FYI: 1. Children will be dropped off in the classroom located in the lower level of the building. 2. Each child s belongings may be left in lockers outside the classroom. Children should have a backpack with a change of clothes & diapers. Jackets and hats should be left in the locker since outdoor play is scheduled each day, weather permitting. 3. A snack will be provided each day. Special snacks may be offered occasionally. 4. Children will be dismissed in the classroom. Parents are requested to come into the room to pick up the children. Art Studio Ages 4 & 5 This is an introductory class where children will learn and create art using various media. The classes are designed to promote creativity and fun. Projects include collage, watercolor, sculptures, and more! A1 Th 1:00-1:45 PM 12/6-1/17 $65 12/ B1 Th 1:00-1:45 PM 1/24-3/7 $65 2/21

17 ADULT PROGRAM ADULT CLASSES Adult Program Membership Includes use of pool, gym, fitness room. One Day Pass Fee: $7.00 per day. Yearly 9Mo. 6Mo. 3Mo. 1Mo. Adult $295 $280 $240 $145 $60 Students/Seniors $200 $170 $135 $100 $60 Young Adult Basketball Membership: Tuesday & Thursday evenings 7:00-8:45 PM, 1 month $20 or 3 months for $45 ADULT SWIM HOURS: Sept - June 8 Morning: M,W,F 6:00-9:15 AM ** T, Th 7:00-9:15 AM ** Sat 7:00-8:45 AM Midday: M-F 11:30-1:00 PM * ** Evening: M-Th 8:00-8:45 PM * No adult mid-day hours during public school vacations (Dec, Feb, Apr). ** No adult morning or mid-day lap swim January 2-4. FITNESS ROOM HOURS: Sept - June 8 Morning: M,W,F 6:00 AM-1:00 PM * Tu, Th 7:00 AM-1:00 PM * Sat 7:00-8:45 AM Evening: M-Th 7:00-8:45 PM * Fitness room closes at 9:00 AM during public school vacations (Dec, Feb, Apr) ADULT GYM HOURS: Sept - June 8 Morning: W,F 6:00-8:45 AM Tu,Th 7:00-8:45 AM Sat 7:00-8:45 AM Evening: Tu, W, Th 7:00-8:45 PM Inclement Weather Policy When Arlington Public Schools have a delayed opening the Club will open at 11:30 AM and conduct afternoon and evening programs as scheduled. The ABC preschool will be closed. When Arlington Public Schools are closed the Club will ATTEMPT to open at 11:30 AM and conduct afternoon and evening programs weather permitting. Check ABGClub.org for status. Adult Classes Teen/Adult Swim Lessons Designed for those who are ready to learn to swim or have just learned. The instructor will focus on each person s individual needs. Membership not required.* A1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 12/4-1/15 $80 12/25, 1/ B1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 1/22-3/5 $95 2/19 Teen/Adult Advanced Swim Lessons Designed for people who are comfortable in the water who want to improve their strokes while building endurance. Instructor will focus on each person s individual needs. Membership is not required.* A1 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 12/6-1/17 $95 12/ B1 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 1/24-3/7 $95 2/21 Aquacize Stretching, toning in the pool. Daytime classes Tue, Thu, Fri 9:30-10:15 AM, or evenings Mon and Wed 7:15-8:00 PM. Fee: $7.00 per class. Passes available. 4 sessions: $25 non-members, $20 members 8 sessions: $49 non-members, $36 members 12 sessions: $73 non-members, $52 members Arthritis Aquatics Offers range-of-motion exercises, strengthening, conditioning & endurance exercises. Promotes increased mobility/flexibility, increased strength, improved function, improved balance and coordination, and ability to do daily activities. Monday & Friday 1:00-1:45 PM. Fee: $7.00 per class. Passes available. Coffee Social Parent & adult members are invited to join us on the 1st Tuesday of the month 7:00-10:00 AM. Coffee and refreshments provided. Donate Your Unwanted Vehicle and HELP A CHILD! Donate your unwanted car, truck, trailer or boat to the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Your vehicle will be towed away free of charge and you can help the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Tell your friends and neighbors. For more information or to arrange a pick-up call Page 14

18 REGISTRATION Registration Info 1. Mail-in registration must be postmarked. 2. Online registration begins October 31st at 5:00 AM at ABGClub.org for most classes. 3. Walk-in, phone-in and fax-in registration begins November 7th at 9:00 AM. 4. Club membership must be current to register for programs. No notification will be given unless class is cancelled or is full. Payment Payment by check, cash or credit card is due in full at the time of registration. 1. Make checks payable to Arlington Boys & Girls Club. 2. Financial assistance is available - Gina at gduddy@abgclub.org! 3. NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS for classes or memberships. Online Registration Visit our website at ABGClub.org. PLEASE NOTE: If you are a club member, you already have a username and password. If you do not know it, please call To register 1. Go to ABGClub.org and click Register Online on the top left. 2. Log-in with your username and password. n To purchase or renew a membership click Shop in the top border, then click Pass Registration or Pass Renewal from the drop-down menu. n To register for an activity click Shop in the top border, then click Activity Enrollment from the drop-down menu. Make Webtrac work for you First, be sure we have your current address. lduddy@abgclub.org to update your account. Once logged in to Webtrac you can: REGISTRATION n n n Reprint receipts Print Childcare Statements with tax ID info Print household activity calendars Registration Application Last Name: First Name: Phone: Street: Town: Zip: Current Membership required throughout the duration of the program. Class # Session# Class Name Fee Pond Lane Arlington, MA T F YES! I would like to make a tax-deductible donation to the Arlington Boys & Girls Club: $25 $50 $100 Other $ I hereby give my permission for my child to join the Arlington Boys & Girls Club and to participate in all Club activities and acknowledge that my child is fit and capable of participating in these activities. I waive all rights and claims against the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, Inc., its Staff or Board of Directors, for all damages or injuries which may occur while my child participates in Club sponsored activities. I have received a copy of the policies and have read the rules and regulations of the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Signature of Parent and/or Guardian: Date: [ Fee Paid: $ Date: Staff: ] Credit Card Payment: MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express Name: Signature: Card Number: Exp Date: Page 15

19 Child Membership Application Membership is valid from one year from registration date. Membership must be active through-out the duration of programs. Membership fee is $ Last Name: First Name: Address: Town: Zip: Date of Birth: / / Age: Male/Female: Language: Race/Ethnicity: Primary Guardian: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Secondary Guardian: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Person To Contact If Parent Cannot Be Reached: Name: Relationship: Primary Phone: How did you hear about the Boys & Girls Club? I hereby give my permission for my child to join the Arlington Boys & Girls Club and participate in all Club activities and acknowledge that my child is fit and capable of participating in these activities. I waive all rights for claims that I may have against the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, Inc. its staff or Board of Directors for damages or injuries, which may occur while my child participates in Club, sponsored activities. I understand that the Arlington Boys & Girls Club does not carry personal injury or accident insurance. Signature: Date: Medical History: All parents are encouraged to complete this optional medical form. In the event of a medical emergency, the Boys & Girls Club will provide this information to emergency service personnel caring for your child. The Boys & Girls Club does not assume the responsibility of verifying or updating the information provided. The parents or guardian are urged to inform the Boys & Girls Club of any changes in the physical condition. Please list any important allergies/medical information: : Photo Release: I hereby give my permission for photographs and videos depicting my child, to be taken and used exclusively at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, on their website, social media and in printed materials including the seasonal brochure and the local newspaper. Signature: Date: ***************** FOR OFFICE USE ONLY **************** New: Renew: Date: Amt Paid: Staff:

20 ABC Preschool We are accepting applications for the 2019/2020 school year on November 14th! ABC Preschool offers classes for children ages 2.9 to 5 years old. ABC Preschool offers a variety of schedules at affordable prices. These include two, three, and five day preschool programs and a five day pre-k program. For more information contact Preschool Director Judy Andrews at x216 or visit our website at ABGClub.org. Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Boston, MA Permit No 457 Christmas Tree & Wreath Sale Volunteers needed! 7 days a week, beginning Sat. Nov. 24! Come to 60 Pond Lane to find that perfect tree or wreath to decorate your home! All proceeds benefit youth activities at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. To volunteer contact Diane at dhontoria@abgclub.org Save the Date: $10,000 Raffle Friday, March 8th 7 PM The Knights of Columbus You will have an opportunity to purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win $10,000. Only 250 tickets will be sold! For more information contact Diane at dhontoria@abgclub.org. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS $10,000 RAFFLE FRIDAY MARCH 8TH Arlington Boys & Girls Club Sixty Pond Lane Arlington, MA Phone Fax abgclub@comcast.net ABGClub.org