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ENCOURAGING GOOD HEALTH OVER THE HOLIDAYS!!

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
HOLIDAY SPECIAL

Whether you are home from college over the holidays or visiting friends and family, take advantage of stay-ing fit and healthy. Being healthy means more than simply being physically active. It’s about maintaining a balanced spirit, mind and body. When you live healthy, you’ll naturally inspire others in your community to do the same.

First day to sign up is November 17, 2019
Buy a week pass or a month pass:

Week Pass: Last day to buy the pass is January 4, 2020
Adult Pass – 18 and older– ID required $20.00

Student Pass – Under 18 $10.00

Month Pass: Last day to buy the pass is December 23, 2020

Adult Pass – 18 and older– ID required $50.00

Student Pass – Under 18 $30.00

DISCOVER YOUR Y – WINTER I SIGN UP

Winter I – Jan. 6 – Feb. 23, 2020
Winter II – Feb. 24 – April 12, 2020
Spring Session – April 13 – May 31, 2020

DID YOU KNOW WE OFFER 11 YOGA CLASSES A WEEK?

Millions of people do Yoga or Pilates exercise because they love what it does for the mind, body, and spirit.

An exercise discipline that dates back to ancient India, yoga involves moving the body through a series of positions and stretches, while focusing on breathing or specific thoughts. The practice delivers unique and vital benefits which include increased energy levels, lower blood pressure, improved involves moving the body through a series of positions and stretches, while focusing on breathing or specific thoughts. The practice delivers unique and vital benefits which include increased energy levels, lower blood pressure, improved memory, better balance and sense of calm.

YOGA CLASSES

Gentle Yoga – Monday & Wednesday 9:30am with Kari Garner

Chair (Silver Sneakers) Yoga – Tues & Thursday 9:30am with Valerie Wigton
Mixed Level Yoga – Monday & Wednesday 11:00am – 12:00pm with Kari Garner
Vinyasa Yoga – Tuesday & Thursday 11:00am – 12:15pm with Valerie Wigton
Vinyasa Yoga – Tuesday & Thursday 5:15pm – 6:15pm with Jim Wellhausen
Hatha Yoga – Wednesday 6:30pm – 7:30pm with Cheryl GillespieDESCRIPTIONS

Gentle Yoga – Introduces those new to yoga to confidently begin a yoga practice. Focuses on the foundation poses of yoga. Modifications are demonstrated. Designed for participants who are able to get up and down from the floor. No yoga experience necessary.
Chair Yoga – This beneficial and gentle yoga class is designed to enhance mobility and flexibility, balance and confidence. Utilizes modified yoga poses, seated or standing, using a chair for support to strengthen the body. Shoe friendly.
Mixed Yoga – Deeply explores the foundation yoga poses and three-part yoga breathing to hold poses through several breaths. Designed for those renewing a yoga practice or want to build upon

Vinyasa Yoga – Vinyasa yoga is a series of poses that will move you through the power of inhaling and exhaling.
Hatha Yoga – Gentle, basic yoga with no flow between poses. This is a slow paced yoga class with breathing and relaxation techniques.

2020 WINTER BASKETBALL – EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

It’s that time again, Basketball Season! This program focuses on teaching the players the basic skills, teamwork & sportsmanship. Games will be played on Saturdays at the Marion Family YMCA. Practice will be held once a week at each team coach’s discretion.

Early Bird Special: $10 off registration on or before Nov 23, 2019.

*Cannot be combined with scholarship or sibling discount*

Season Dates: January 11—February 22, 2020

Ages: 3-13

Member Fee: $30 per child Non-Member Fee: $60 per child

Price includes: Reversible jersey and award. Pictures may be purchased for an additional fee.

**Team jerseys are the same as previous sports/seasons**

Registration Deadline: January 4, 2020

Late Registrations: January 5—10, 2020

Late registrations submitted will be reviewed and accepted on a space-available basis with an additional $10 late fee. You will be notified by the Program Manager if your registration was accepted with your team and season information.

Meet-and-Greet: January 11, 2020

Ages 3-4 @ 10:00 am / Ages 5-6 @ 11:00 am / Ages 7-13 @ 12:00pm

Scholarships Available! Bring your tax return to the Y Service Center at the time of registration for immediate approval. Families with annual income of $35,000 or less may qualify for a $15 reduction in fee. This can be used in place of but not combined with Early Bird or Sibling Discount.

Click here for more information and to download the registration form.

SCHOOL DAYS OUT

The YMCA is the place to be when school is out. Swimming, crafts, games, nutrition, and character development are just a few activities that will be offered each day. Children will need to bring a swimsuit, wear comfortable shoes, and be ready for an educational and fun filled day.

Members $5.00
Program Participant $20.00
Bring your lunch and snack
Ages 5 – 12
6:45 AM—6:00pm

November 27 & 29
December 23, 26, 27, 30, and 31
January 2 and 3
January 20
February 14
February 17
March 6
March 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27
Must register 2 business days in advance; $10 per day if register after deadline.

Y Youth Members: $10.00 per day
$10 fee for “No Show”
Y members late registration: $10 per day
Non-Members: $20.00 per day

Household Member: $5.00
Program Participant: $20.00

Click here to download the registration form