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ALWAYS HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY PROGRAM GUIDE Fall-Winter 2014-15 CAMBRIDGE YMCA
WELCOME
WELCOME
The
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CambridgeYMCA
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Cambridge
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communityfor forover
over 130
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inspirelife-long
life-longdevelopment children,adults
development for children, adultsand
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healthyspirit,
spirit,mind
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CambridgeYMCA
Cambridge YMCA
820Massachusetts
820 Massachusetts Avenue
Avenue
Cambridge,MA
Cambridge, MA 02139
02139
617-661-9622
617-661-9622
www.cambridgeymca.org
www.cambridgeymca.org
BUILDING HOURS CONTACT US
Monday-Thursday 5:30am-10:00pm Nancy O’Brien
Friday 5:30am-9:00pm President & CEO
Saturday 6:00am-6:00pm nobrien@cambymca.org
Sunday* 8:00am-1:00pm 617-661-9622 x716
All workout facilities shut down 15 minutes prior Janet Belanger, Childcare Director
to closing time. All locker rooms and common jbelanger@cambymca.org
areas shut down promptly at closing time. 617-661-9622 x722
*The basketball courts and pool are closed on Brian Blumsack, Billing and Rental Manager
Sunday’s. bblumsack@cambymca.org
617-661-9622 x707
HOLIDAY HOURS 2014 Scott Blumsack, Marketing Director
sblumsack@cambymca.org
Martin Luther King Jr. Day CLOSED
617-661-9622 x705
President’s Day 8:00am-5:00pm
Memorial Day CLOSED
Dana Frost, Aquatics Director
Independence Day CLOSED
aquatics@cambymca.org
Labor Day CLOSED
617-661-9622 x702
Columbus Day 8:00am-5:00pm
Veteran’s Day 8:00am-5:00pm
Matthew Mahoney, Fitness Director
Thanksgiving CLOSED
mmahoney@cambymca.org
Christmas Eve 5:30am-3:00pm
617-661-9622 x703
Christmas CLOSED
New Year’s Eve 5:30am-5:00pm
Nicole Nardone-Leavitt, Front Desk Manager
New Year’s Day CLOSED
nnardone@cambymca.org
617-661-9622 x708
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Wade Oliver, Digital Media Manager
Weather related delays or closures will be posted woliver@cambymca.org
on our website www.cambridgeymca.org. 617-661-9622 x749
Chad Shabazz, After School Manager
cshabazz@cambymca.org
CONNECT WITH US
617-661-9622 x721
Frank Stevens, Finance Office Manager,
Theatre Director
frankstevens@cambymca.org
www.facebook.com/CambridgeYMCA.MA 617-661-9622 x710
Mark Zoltko, Comptroller
mzoltko@cambymca.org
617-661-9622 x709
www.twitter.com/CambridgeYMCA
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MEMBERSHIP
Join Today SHORT TERM MEMBERSHIPS
1-Day Guest Pass (W/member & ID) $10
1-Day Youth Guest Pass (W/adult member) $5
1-Day Pass w/Class (Age 62+) $7.50
1-Week Pass $25
CAMBRIDGE YMCA 1-Class Pass $15
2014 MEMBERSHIP 10-Class Pass $99
RATES AWAY PROGRAM
The YMCA AWAY program allows you to use
Member Type Monthly Annual YMCA’s around the world for low or no charge.
Please contact the YMCA you are visiting to see if
it participates.
Adult
$55 $605
(Ages 30+)
Cambridge YMCA AWAY Program Rates
First 2 Visits FREE
Young Adult
$45 $495 1-Day Pass $5
(Ages 18-29) 1-Week Pass $15
College (F/T
Undergrad)
$35 $385 MY Y IS EVERY Y
High School Your Y card now provides free access to any
$25 (Quarterly) $100 YMCA in New England. Simply bring your
(Ages 14-18)
membership card and a photo ID with you, and
you can check into any partner Y in Connecticut,
Add-Ons Monthly Annual Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode
Island and Vermont. You can utilize their gym,
Boxing fitness and other wellness facilities, just like any
$5 $55 other member. We ask that you maintain a current
Classes
membership at the Y you visit most frequently.
Child Restrictions may apply.
$5 $55
(Ages 0-14)
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIPS
Towels & $10 $110
Local businesses can offer their employees a
Yoga discounted rate at the Cambridge YMCA. Your
$10 $110 staff can pay for their own memberships or your
Classes
business can pay for or subsidize their rates.
Towels: $1 ea Businesses with 4-8 members receive 20% off
each member and 30% off for 9 or more
members. Please contact Nicole at
nnardone@cambymca.org for details.
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MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
Your Cambridge YMCA membership gives you
access to a variety of facilities, classes and MEMBERSHIP ID CARD
services.
Each member will receive 1 membership ID card or
Aerobics classes & studio key tag. It is necessary to present your ID for
Basketball courts admittance into the Y. If a member forgets his/her
Boxing classes* card, the member must verify membership with a
Boxing gym with professional ring* photo ID. Replacement cards are $2. Membership
Cardiovascular center cards are non-transferable. Any member who
New dance studio lends his/her card or assists a non-member in
Free weights & Olympic lifting unauthorized access subjects their membership to
Indoor running track revocation.
Locker rooms & child changing rooms
Personal locker* MEMBERSHIP FREEZE
Personal Training service*
Pool You may freeze your monthly membership for up
Racquetball courts to 4 months per calendar year at no charge. This
Sauna & steam rooms must be done in writing, through email or via our
Towel service* front desk freeze form.
Yoga classes* & studio
*Additional cost CANCELLATION
You may cancel your monthly membership with a
METHODS OF PAYMENT minimum of 30 days notice. This must be done in
writing, through email, or via our front desk
Monthly Rates: Fees are debited each month cancellation form. All other member types will
directly from a checking account, credit card, automatically cancel on their expiration date.
debit card or savings account. A $25 fee will be
charged for insufficient funds.
Annual Rates: Fees are due yearly and payable
with cash, check, credit card or debit card. Annual
members receive 12-months for the price of 11.
A $25 fee will be charged for all returned checks.
REFERRAL PROGRAM
Current members receive 1 free month of
membership for each friend referred. Friend will
receive a Y t-shirt!
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
PRESCHOOL AFTER SCHOOL
For children ages 2.9 to 5 years For children ages 4.9 to 13 years
At the Cambridge YMCA Preschool, we pride At the Cambridge YMCA After School program,
ourselves in providing a safe and nurturing children have many opportunities to grow and
environment for children to learn and grow. Our discover new hobbies and interests. Children have
classroom consists of mixed ages 2.9 to 5 years. access to a wide range of enrichment and
Our preschool children are encouraged to learn educational activities such as arts and crafts,
cooperatively, to be self-assured, confident and swimming lessons, dance, cooking, gym games,
problem solve with the help of our well and more.
experienced and educated staff. We focus on
responding to the children’s needs, interest and Children are also offered a quiet, supervised
questions about the world around them. space specifically for completing homework. Snack
is given daily and full-day care is available during
Our program offers a curriculum that is theme February and April school vacations. The
based, with open-ended activities which allow Cambridge YMCA After School is fully licensed by
children to have the freedom to make choices and the State of Massachusetts Department of Early
direct their own play. Our classroom includes Education and Care.
block, dramatic play, science/math, writing, and
listening areas. Hours of Operation: 2:00pm-6:00pm
We also offer special programs. These included a Part-Time (3 days per week) $300/mth*
monthly nutrition program, weekly exercise Part-Time (4 days per week) $400/mth*
program, and weekly swimming lessons all taught Full-Time (M-F) $480/mth*
by experienced professionals. At the YMCA
Preschool we serve breakfast, a morning snack, *Vouchers and limited financial assistance
afternoon snack, and the children bring their own available
lunch from home. The Cambridge YMCA Preschool
is fully licensed by the State of Massachusetts For more information please contact Janet
Department of Early Education and Care. Belanger at 617-661-9622 x722 or
jbelanger@cambymca.org
Half-Day (7:30am-12:00pm) $675/mth*
Full-Day (7:30am-5:45pm) $1,350/mth*
*Vouchers and limited financial assistance
available
For more information please contact Janet
Belanger at 617-661-9622 x722 or
jbelanger@cambymca.org
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
YOUTH BASKETBALL AQUATICS
Swimmers must wear a swimsuit, swim cap and
swim diaper if appropriate. Please do not swim if
you are sick or have an open wound. Swim
goggles are strongly recommended.
We use the whole pool with a variety of swimming
aids, including noodles, kickboards, and diving
toys.
Private Swim Lessons
Private swim lessons are for all ages and are
available weekdays and Saturdays. These lessons
are one-on-one while there are other lessons in
the pool.
For children ages 5 to 17 years
The Cambridge YMCA Youth Basketball program is
a series of 8-week sessions that focus on
teaching children the fundamentals of basketball
and teamwork. We inspire children to never give
up, not just in sports, but also in life. Above all,
we stress having fun whether you are winning or Lessons 1 Person 2 People 3 People
losing!
Hours of Operation: Saturday’s 10:00am-6:00pm 1-30min $30 $40 $50
(Times vary based on age group)
1-45min $35 $55 $65
Session 1: 10/4/14-11/22/14
S1 Registration: 9/15/14-9/30/14
Session 2: 12/6/14-1/31/15 1-60min $45 $65 $75
S2 Registration: 11/17/14-12/2/14
Session 3: 2/7/15-3/28/15 8-30min $196 $276 $350
S3 Registration: 1/12/15-1/27/15
Fee: $60 per child 8-45min $246 $396 $450
For more information please contact Nicole 8-60min $316 $496 $550
Nardone-Leavitt at 617-661-9622 x708 or
nnardone@cambymca.org
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
AQUATICS instructional floatation and
increasing independence. This is a
independently with and without a
bubble. Swimmers start using
30-minute class. front, back, and side paddle
Youth Swim Classes M-10am, T-4pm, F-10am strokes to move with and without
Fall 1 & Winter: Sa-9am,10am floatation. This is a 30-minute
Fall 1: 9/6/14-10/10/14 Fall 2 & Spring 1: Sa-9:30am, class.
Registration opens: 8/4/14 10:30am M-4pm, T-4pm, W-4pm, F-4pm
Fall 1 & Winter: Sa-9:30am,
Fall 2: 10/14/14-12/14/14 Perch with Parent 10:30am, 11am, 1:30pm
Registration opens: 9/19/14 Ages: 19-36 months Fall 2 & Spring 1: Sa-9:30am,
This class includes basic swimming 10am, 11am, 1:30pm
Winter: 1/3/15-2/13/15 skills including arm and leg
Registration opens: 11/24/14 movement, breath control, balance, Eel
gliding, floating, and safety rules. For children who can swim with
Spring 1: 2/21/15-4/17/15 A variety of instructional floatation on the front, back and
Registration opens: 1/20/15 floatation devices are used to side for a minimum of 10 yards or
encourage independent or assisted 5 feet without any floatation.
Parent Child Classes practice. This is preparation for Children must also be comfortable
our further independent swimming. putting their faces in the water.
Our classes for ages 6 months to This is a 30-minute class. Swimmers will explore submersion,
36 months range in size from 5-8 M-10am, T-4pm, F-10:30am floating, swimming, and water
swimmers. Please note that an Fall 1 & Winter: Sa-10am, entry. This is a 30-minute class.
adult must accompany each child 11am M-4pm, T-4pm, W-4pm, F-4pm
into the water for every class. Fall 2 & Spring 1: Sa-8:30am, Fall 1 & Winter: Sa-9am,
9:30am, 11am 10:30am, 11am, 1:30pm
Shrimp with Parent Fall 2 & Spring 1: Sa-9am,
Ages: 6-12 months Pike with Parent 10am, 11am, 1:30pm
This class focuses on basic skills Ages: 2.9-5 years
for water familiarization, safety, This is a water discovery class. Ray
and confidence. Instructors use This class focuses on basic For children who can swim without
games and songs to acclimate swimming mechanics and prepares a floatation device for part or all
babies to the water and introduce young swimmers for independent of the class time. Children will be
assisted kicking, gliding, arm instruction. The goals are to be introduced to rotary breathing,
movements, and beginning breath comfortable and enjoy the water overarm recovery, and rudimentary
control. This is a 30-minute class. while learning basic safety and versions of breaststroke,
M-10am, T-4pm, F-10am swimming skills. This class backstroke, and somersaults. This
Fall 1 & Winter: Sa-9am prepares swimmers to transition class will be taught primarily in
Fall 2 & Spring 1: Sa-9am, to instruction without parents in deep water and swimming the
10:30am the water. This is a 30-minute length of the pool. This is a
class. 30-minute class.
Inia with Parent F-10:30am, Sa-11:30am W-3:45pm, F-3:45pm
Ages: 13-18 months Sa-9:30am, 2:30pm
This class focuses on basic skills Not Yet School Age Classes
for water familiarization, safety, Starfish
and confidence. Instructors use Our classes for ages 3-6 years For children who can swim without
games and songs to acclimate range in size from 4-7 swimmers. floatation for a majority of class
swimmers to the water and to time. Swimmers will practice rotary
introduce and practice assisted Pike breathing, overarm recovery,
kicking, gliding, arm movements, Children develop safe pool breaststroke, backstroke,
and beginning breath control. We behavior, adjust to water, and sidestroke, butterfly, and turns.
start experimenting with start learning to swim This class will be taught in deep
water and frequently swimming the
6
length of the pool. This is a
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Fish goal setting towards either
45-minute class. Freestyle, breaststroke, and lifeguard readiness or competitive
W-3:45pm, F-3:45pm backstroke are further refined and swimming is strongly encouraged.
Sa-9:30am, 2:30pm dolphin kick is introduced. Upon This is a 45-minute class.
completion, participants are able T-6:30pm, Th-6:30pm
School Age Classes to swim 80 yards using 3 different Sa-2pm
strokes. This is a 45-minute class.
Our classes for ages 6 to 12 range T-4:30pm, W-6:30pm, Th-3:45pm,
in size from 4 to 7 swimmers. F-4:30pm CLASS PRICES
Sa-10:15am, 11:45am, 2:00pm
Polliwog Members
This level introduces swimmers to Flying Fish $9 per class*
skills such as immersion, kicking, Students must be able to swim
and water comfort. Basic forms of independently for 100 yards. Non-Members
the freestyle and backstroke are Freestyle, backstroke, $14 per class*
taught with and without floatation. breaststroke, sidestroke and
This is a 30-minute class. butterfly are refined and perfected *Multiply by # of classes
M-6:30pm, T-4:30pm, using various drills. This is a enrolled in per session
Th-4pm, F-4:30pm 45-minute class. Swimmers encouraged to take
Sa-12pm T-4:30pm, 6:30pm,
multiple classes per week
Th-3:45pm, 6:30pm, F-4:30pm
Guppy Sa-11:45am, 2pm
Skills learned from Polliwog are
reinforced to encourage Shark For more information please
independence and comfort in the Students must be able to swim contact Dana Frost at
water. Prone and supine floating is independently for at least 200 617-661-9622 x702 or
mastered. Swimmers must be consecutive yards. Students learn aquatics@cambymca.org
comfortable with independent competitive strategies and
motion in the water. Upon advanced swim training techniques
completion, participants are able to improve endurance and speed.
to swim at least 20-yards This is a 45-minute class.
independently. This is a 30-minute T-4:30pm, 6:30pm,
class. Th-6:30pm, F-4:30pm
M-6:30pm, T-4:30pm, Sa-2pm
Th-4pm, F-4:30pm
Sa-12pm, 2pm Porpoise
Students must be able to swim
Minnow independently for at least 300
Swimmers refine the freestyle, consecutive yards. Students
backstroke, and sidestroke. refined strokes to gain
Swimmers must be able to swim at endurance, efficiency and
least 20-yards independently. New speed. Individual
skills such as underwater
Swimming, turns, and dolphin kick
are introduced. This is a
45-minute class.
T-4:30pm, W-6:30pm,
Th-3:45pm, F-4:30pm
Sa-10:15am, 11:45am, 2pm
7GLOBAL YM
Every day, Ys in more than 125 countries help peopl
FINLAND 1
SWEDEN 1
NORWAY
NETHERLANDS 1851
ICELAND 1899
BELGIUM 1853
SCOTLAND Before1868
ENGLAND 1844
CANADA
1851 IRELAND 1849
WALES 1844
GERMANY 1848
SWITZERLAND 1852
AUSTRIA 1996
FRANCE 1844
UNITED STATES
OF AMERICA SPAIN Before1877
1851 ITALY
PORTUGAL 1894
MALTA
ALBAN
CUBA 1905
MACED
BAHAMAS 1966 GREEC
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MEXICO 1892 1986
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 1966
GUATEMALA 1963 ST. VINCENT 1994 NIGERIA
EL SALVADOR 1990 ARUBA SENEGAL 1975 Before 1925
JAMAICA BARBADOS 1919
1920 1956 GAMBIA 1979
HONDURAS 1990
NICARAGUA 1989 TRINIDAD & TOBAGO Before 1930
COSTA RICA 1975 VENEZUEL A 1946
PANAMA 1966 GUYANA 1882
COLOMBIA 1976
SURINAM 1972
ECUADOR 1959 SIERRA LEONE 1912
PERU 1920 LIBERIA 1881
BRAZIL GHANA 1890
1893 TOGO 1930
BOLIVIA
1943
PARAGUAY
Before 1949
CHILE 1912
URUGUAY 1909
ARGENTINA
1902
COUNTRY WITH A YMCA PRESENCE
AND YEAR OF FOUNDING For more informatioMCA MOVEMENT
le to reach their full potential and create a better future for themselves.
1886
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1868
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CZECH REP. 1921 RUSSIA
POLAND 1923 1900
SLOVAK REP. 1920
ESTONIA 1925
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BELARUS 1994
UKRAINE 1991
MOLDOVA
HUNGARY 1883
ROMANIA 1919 MONGOLIA
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA 2011 2002
SERBIA
KOSOVO 2003
GEORGIA 1993
TURKEY ARMENIA 1993 BANGLADESH
1851 1965 CHINA
1885 JAPAN 1880
A 1976 LEBANON 1854
NIA 2008 JERUSALEM 1878 NEPAL
INTERNATIONAL YMCA 1990 Hong Kong
DONIA 1901
EAST JERUSALEM 1948 REPUBLIC OF KOREA 1889
CE 1892 Macau
ARIA 1880 EGYPT JORDAN 1948 (China SAR)
1896 GAZA 1950s INDIA 1994 TAIWAN 1945
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MYANMAR 1951
THAILAND 1930
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VIETNAM 1959
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1903
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1978
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1976
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on, visit ymca.net/world-service.HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being
AQUATICS Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Laps Laps Laps Laps Laps
Lap Swim 5:45-7am 5:45-7am 5:45-7am 5:45-7am 5:45-7am
Consists of moving up and down
Laps Laps Laps Laps Laps
the lane while horizontal in the 2 2 2 2 2 Laps
lanes lanes
water. Training devices used may lanes lanes lanes
6:30-8:30 am
7-8am 7-8am
include hand paddles, kick boards 7-
8:30am
7-
8:30am
7-
8:30am
and pull buoys. A majority of the Laps Laps
Laps Laps Laps
swimming is continuous. Up to 3 8-9am 8-9am
people may share a lane. Please 8:30-9am 8:30-9am 8:30-9am
check with other swimmers when
Aqua Aerobics Rec Swim Aqua Aerobics Rec Swim Aqua Aerobics
entering a lane.
9-10am 9-10am 9-10am 9-10am 9-10am
Rec Swim
Consists of moving up and down
the lane in a vertical or head-up
Laps Laps Rec Swim
position or remaining stationary.
Laps Laps Laps 12:30-
Training devices used may include 12-2pm 12-2pm 1:30pm
noodles, kickboards, float belts, 12:30-2:30pm 12:30-2:30pm 12:30-2:30pm
barbells or weights. This is the
time when activities such as water
aerobics, water jogging, or any Laps 3:45-
5:30pm
stationary exercise should be
practiced. If more than one person Laps Rec Laps Rec Laps Rec Laps Rec Laps Rec
1 lane 1 lane 1 lane 1 lane 1 lane
is present, there should not be 5:30-
6:30pm 5:30- 5:30-
6:30pm 5:30- 5:30-
6:30pm 5:30- 5:30-
6:30pm 5:30- 5:30-
6:30pm 5:30-
6:30pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 6:30pm
swimmers attempting laps.
Laps Rec
Pool Rules 1
lane
2
lanes
Laps Laps Laps Laps
Swim caps mandatory 1 1 1 1
6:30- 6:30-
lane lane lane lane
Bathing suits mandatory 7:30pm 7:30pm
6:30- 6:30- 6:30- 6:30-
Showers must be taken prior 8:30pm 8:30pm 8:30pm 8:30pm
Laps
to entering pool 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Children 6 and under must be
accompanied by an adult into Laps Laps Laps Laps
the pool 8:30-9:30pm 8:30-9:30pm 8:30-9:30pm 8:30-9:30pm
Children under 13 must be
accompanied by an adult into
the pool area
Please view all other pool rules Pool Schedule is subject to change without notice
prior to swimming Lap and Rec swim times are available to members only.
Swim Tests are offered For more information please contact Dana Frost at
For more information please 617-661-9622 x702 or aquatics@cambymca.org
contact Dana Frost at
617-661-9622 x702 or
aquatics@cambymca.org
8Private Swim Lessons
HEALTHY LIVING
Adult Beginner 2
This class is for adults who are comfortable in the
Private swim lessons are for all ages and are water and beginning to swim. Swimmers should be
available weekdays and Saturdays. These lessons comfortable with Adult Beginner 1 skills before joining
are one-on-one while there are other lessons in this class. Swimming on the back and front with
rhythmic breathing is taught and refined. This is a
the pool.
30-minute class.
T-7:15pm, Th-7am, 7:15pm, Sa-3:15pm
Lessons 1 Person 2 People 3 People Adult Intermediate
This class is for adults who are comfortable in deep
water and able to swim at least 40-yards. This class is
1-30min $30 $40 $50 taught primarily in the deep end and going the length
of the pool. We will learn or refine freestyle,
breaststroke, and backstroke. Open turns and dolphin
1-45min $35 $55 $65 kick are also taught. This is a 45-minute class.
M-7pm, T-7am, 7:45pm, Th-7:45pm, Sa-3pm
1-60min $45 $65 $75
Adult Advanced
Building on the skills learned in Adult Intermediate, the
8-30min $196 $276 $350 advanced class focuses on endurance and technique.
You should be able to swim at least 200 yards
continuously and have functional freestyle breathing.
8-45min $246 $396 $450 We will focus on freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke,
butterfly, open turns and flip turns. This is a
45-minute class.
8-60min $316 $496 $550
M-7:45pm, W-7:45pm, Sa-3pm
Adult Swim Classes (4-8 swimmers)
Fall 1: 9/6/14-10/10/14
Registration opens: 8/4/14
Fall 2: 10/14/14-12/14/14
Registration opens: 9/19/14
Winter: 1/3/15-2/1/15
Registration opens: 11/24/14
CLASS PRICES
Members
Spring 1: 2/21/15-4/17/15 $9 per class*
Registration opens: 1/20/15
Non-Members
Adult Beginner 1 $14 per class*
This class is for adults who have little swimming
experience or are not comfortable in the water. We *Multiply by # of classes
will start with walking in the shallow end of the pool enrolled in per session
and work on submersion, floatation, and balance. Our
eventual goals are comfort with movement and Swimmers encouraged to take
swimming up to 10 feet. This is a 30-minute class. multiple classes per week
W-7:15pm, Sa-1:30pm
9HEALTHY LIVING
BOXING
The Cambridge YMCA is equipped with a full boxing gym, complete with full size elevated ring, punching bags,
speed bags, mirrors for shadow boxing and high ceilings for jumping rope. Our boxing department consists of
licensed and knowledgeable trainers as well as engaging classes open to all levels of experience. We are the home
of boxers with a wide range of experience but also a destination for those that are just beginning to explore the
sport. Please refer to p. 2 of this guide to view our boxing class prices for members or drop-in participants.
Beginner Boxing Cambridge Boxing Program
Learn proper punching and footwork technique. This is a free program, in conjunction with the
Practice pounding the heavy bag and getting a rhythm Cambridge Police Department for kids ages 13 and up.
out of the speed bag. Sparring drills are optional. For more information or to sign up please contact J.J.
Weekday 1-1:45pm Jones at 617-349-9380 or
jjones@cambridgepolice.org
Bobstacle Individual Training T&Th 3-4:30pm
The instructor’s name is Bob and he creates Group Training T&Th 4:30-6pm
obstacle courses that involve full body toning and
conditioning, combining agility drills, cones, stairs and HIIT & Run
sprints. High intensity interval training with a primary focus on
Monday 4:30-5pm sprinting to challenge any fitness level. Meet on the
indoor track and bring a water bottle.
Boxing Basics Tuesday 6-7pm
New to boxing? This class is for you and it is
recommended that new boxers attend this class prior Technical Knockout
to attending any other evening boxing class. Take your boxing to the next level by practicing mitt
Weekday 5:30-6pm and ring work, partner and conditioning drills, and bag
work. The emphasis of this class is on proper
Boxing Conditioning technique.
KO your love handles with the cardio you only get M,W 7-7:30pm
from training like a boxer in this instructional,
all-levels boxing workout. For more information please contact Matthew
M,W,F 6-7pm Mahoney at 617-661-9622 x703 or
mmahoney@cambymca.org
AEROBICS
We offer a wide variety of aerobics classes suitable for all levels of experience. Our class options range from the
moderate intensity you’ll find in Gently Sculpt and Beginner Boot Camp to the more challenging Boot Camp and
Punk Rope with many others in between. There is no charge to members for unlimited aerobics classes, however
drop-in participants should refer p. 2 of this guide for prices.
Aqua Aerobics (Pool) Balletone ® (Dance Studio)
Designed to get you off the couch and into the pool, Fusion-style, bare-foot, low-impact conditioning class,
this class aims to increase aerobic fitness, muscular designed specifically for the non-dancer blending
strength and endurance. ballet, Pilates and fitness.
M,W,F 9-10am Th 6:30-7:30pm
Ab-Dominator (Aerobics Studio) Beginner Boot Camp (Basketball Court)
A 30-minute class to show your core who’s boss! A slightly less intense but still challenging workout to
Monday 7-7:30pm tone and strengthen your muscles and heart.
Saturday 8:45-9:45am
10Boot Camp (Aerobics Studio)
HEALTHY LIVING
Mat Pilates (Dance Studio)
A high-intensity class designed to not only burn Emphasizes coordinating the core muscles
calories but to burn your arms, thighs, butt and abs (abdominals, back, and pelvic floor) to strengthen the
down to a stronger, more toned physique. center of the body and tone and lengthen the limbs.
Tuesday 6-7pm Wednesday 7-8pm
Breakfast of Champions (Aerobics Studio) Power Lunch (Aerobics Studio)
A 30-minute mix of cardio and strength conditioning, A 30-minute interval workout using large muscle
adaptable to all fitness levels. Eat a sensible breakfast groups and total body exercises to burn calories with
before class so you can work out like a champ! moderate to high intensity work.
Friday 6-6:30am M,W,F 12-12:30pm
Cardio Kickboxing (Dance Studio) Punk Rope ® (Basketball Court)
This class incorporates elements of boxing and martial A high-energy fitness class that combines rope
arts to create a challenging full body cardio workout. jumping with a wide variety of conditioning drills. No
Monday 6:30-7:30pm previous experience or equipment necessary.
Thursday 6-7pm
Cardio Throwback (Dance Studio)
Pays homage to the dawn of group exercise with Push & Pull (Aerobics Studio)
low-impact aerobics, muscle conditioning, and of True control over your body begins with your ability to
course a killer 80’s soundtrack. Dress the part! move it, so put down the dumbbells and pick yourself
Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm up in this body weigh-based resistance class.
T,Th 7-7:30pm
Function Junction (Aerobics Studio)
You don’t stop working when you leave the gym and Step & Tone (Aerobics Studio)
neither does your body. Learn how activities of daily Interval style, cardio-strength training class
life can be utilized to keep you fit and healthy. incorporating simple drills on the step with muscle
Wednesday 10-11am conditioning exercises.
Monday 6-7pm
Gentle Sculpt (Aerobics Studio)
A group class ideal for seniors or beginners that fea- Zumba ® (Dance Studio)
tures mild to moderate cardiovascular and muscular Zumba ® uses Latin and international rhythms and
training in a comfortable and open environment. easy-to-follow moves to create a unique fitness
T,Th 10-11am program that will make you sweat.
W,F 6-7pm
Lift & Learn (Olympic Lifting Room)
We will dissect a different lift each week to help Zumba Gold ® (Dance Studio)
participants squeeze the most of out every rep. For older active adults or Zumba ® newbies, this class
Participation in the lifting portion is optional. focuses on movement, balance, stability & working the
T,Th 7:30-8:30pm hips and shoulders to relieve arthritic pain.
Monday 10-11am
For more information please contact Matthew
Mahoney at 617-661-9622 x703 or
mmahoney@cambymca.org
11HEALTHY LIVING
YOGA
We offer a diverse listing of yoga classes serving a varied clientele with aspirations ranging from deeper
connection to breath and movement to a simple satisfying stretch. Beginners may enjoy the Gentle and
Restorative Yoga or Desk Dweller Yoga but we also offer more advanced Ashtanga and Vinyasa classes as well.
Please refer to p. 2 of this guide to view our yoga class prices for members or drop-in participants.
Ashtanga Flow Kripalu
A vinyasa class based upon Ashtanga Primary Series. This gently active yoga class will focus on listening
This is a lead class, so there is no need to know and responding to our bodies while exploring the
anything about the primary series. world of yoga asana and breath.
Wednesday 6-7:15pm Tuesday 6:45-8am
Thursday 10-11:15am
Desk Dweller Yoga
Specifically designed to help you avoid (or recover Restorative Yoga
from) computer posture, where the head juts forward, Use breathing techniques and active or passive
shoulders hunch, and hips stiffen. stretches to explore the mind/body practice that is
Tuesday 12-1pm yoga. This approach is gentler than active or hot
forms.
Embodyoga ® Wednesday 10-11:15am
Develop whole-body integration, core support, and
clarity of mind through paying attention to the Vinyasa Flow
different body systems. A challenging all-levels class that links breath with
Thursday 6-7:15pm movement to warm the body and relax the mind.
Saturday 10-11:15am Improve strength and flexibility while relieving stress.
Thursday 12-1pm
Form & Flow Saturday 8-9:15am
Borrowing from Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga, this
mindful flow uses alignment, breath, and sequencing Yin Yoga
to access a deeper meditative state. Target the body’s dense connective tissues through
Tuesday 6-7:15pm long-held, meditative floor poses (1-5 minutes).
Complements busy lifestyles and active yoga practices.
Gentle Yoga Monday 10-11:15am
For those over the age of 50 or beginners, this class Thursday 6:45-8am
features gentle poses that help you reduce your stress
and achieve a state of relaxation. Yoga for Runnners
Tuesday 10-11:15am This class is for athletes who run, bike or have tight
Friday 9-10:15am hips or hamstrings. Fans of yoga who just appreciate
an IT band stretch are also welcome.
Iyengar Yoga Monday 6-7pm
Iyengar yoga is precise, safe and beneficial for all ages
and conditions of student. It emphasizes correct For more information please contact Matthew
alignment, breath and therapeutics. Mahoney at 617-661-9622 x703 or
Monday 6-7:15pm mmahoney@cambymca.org
Wednesday 6-7:15am
12HEALTHY LIVING
PERSONAL TRAINING
Personal Training sessions are a great opportunity to make the most of your workouts through the close
guidance of a trained professional. Personal Training sessions offer clients the certainty and comfort of knowing
that the time they spend working out is contributing directly to achieving their fitness goals. A personal trainer
will use your current experience, health, preferences, and personal goals to outline a specific routine for you.
Personal Training
Members Personal Training Policies
$45 | 1 hour session ($40 when buying 8 or Sessions should be scheduled directly with the
more sessions) trainer
$25 | 1 half-hour session ($20 when buying 8 Once you have scheduled your session with
or more sessions) the trainer, please make your payment at the
Front Desk
Non-Members We request that a 24-hour notice be given to
$60 | 1 hour session ($55 when buying 8 or the trainer if you need to cancel a session
more sessions) Sessions expire one year from the purchase
$40 | 1 half-hour session ($35 when buying 8 date
or more sessions)
For more information please contact Matthew
Mahoney at 617-661-9622 x703 or
Group Personal Training Packages mmahoney@cambymca.org
At least one person in the group must be a
member
Only sold in sets of 8 sessions
1-Hour Sessions (Pack of 8)
2 people | $250 per person
3 people | $210 per person
4 people | $175 per person
1/2-Hour Sessions (Pack of 8)
2 people | $120 per person
3 people | $100 per person
4 people | $90 per person
13SOCIAL
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
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14SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
CODE OF CONDUCT
MAP OF FITNESS AREAS
The Cambridge YMCA is committed to providing a safe and
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To ensure safety and comfort for all, we ask individuals to
act appropriately at all times while they are in our facility or
while they are participating in YMCA programs.
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below a generally accepted standard of conduct. For additional information about making a financial
not included. Proof of military status is required
Specifically this includes: contribution to the Cambridge YMCA, please contact
before activating the membership.
Angry and/or vulgar language including swearing, Nancy O'Brien at nobrien@cambymca.org
name-calling and shouting
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swimsuits only in the pool area; shoes, shorts and shirt RENTALS
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immediate termination and possible prosecution.
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someone you love or admire. You may designate your 617-661-9622 x710 or frankstevens@cambymca.org
behavior threatens their personal comfort to refrain. Staff
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