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MORE THAN A GYM STANLY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA 2020 MEMBERSHIP AND PROGRAM GUIDE
STANLY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
MEMBERSHIP
For Community Y LEADERSHIP STAFF
Welcome to the Y. We are an inclusive organization of men, women, and CEO
children joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the George Crooker
potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social grooker@stanlyymca.org
responsibility.
FITNESS DIRECTOR
Our Cause Defines Us Derrick Almond
When we all work together, we know lasting personal and social change comes about. dalmond@stanlyymca.org
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with
our neighbors to ensure, regardless of age, income or background, everyone has the FAMILY SERVICES DIRECTOR
opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Kelley Bigger
Our Focus is Community kbigger@stanlyymca.org
The Y is a non-profit like no other. That is because in 10,000 neighborhoods across the MEMBER ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR
nation, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but deliver, positive Stephanie Campbell
change. scampbell@stanlyymca.org
The Y is Community Centered.
FINANCE DIRECTOR
The Y brings people together. We connect people of all ages and backgrounds to Becky Davis
bridge the gaps in community needs. bdavis@stanlyymca.org
The Y nurtures potential. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to
learn, grow, and thrive. AQUATIC DIRECTOR
Emily James
The Y has local presence and global reach. We mobilize local communities to effect ejames@stanlyymca.org
lasting, meaningful change.
HEALTH & WELLNESS DIRECTOR
Our Impact is Felt Every Day Kristen Underwood
kunderwood@stanlyymca.org
Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build
a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Our impact is felt when an individual makes Hours of Operation
a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child, and when a community comes Mon-Thurs 5:00am - 9:00pm
together for the common good. Friday 5:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday 7:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Why the Stanly County Family YMCA?
Facility Closings
The Y is OPEN TO ALL. We offer financial assistance through our OPEN DOORS Easter Sunday
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM for those who cannot afford Y memberships and/or 4th of July
programs. Thanksgiving
When you join the Stanly County Family YMCA, you become part of a healthy Christmas Day
community.
Modified Days
In addition to the variety of programs and services we offer, such as aquatics, child New Year’s Eve 5:00am-Noon
care, fitness and sports, you become active in your community by volunteering or New Year’s Day 11:00am-3:00pm
participating in any number of outreach activities. Black Friday 8:00am-6:00pm
Memorial Day 5:00am-Noon
The Stanly County Family YMCA is the largest AFTERSCHOOL provider in Stanly
Labor Day 5:00am-Noon
County. Christmas Eve 5:00am-Noon
Both pools have certified and trained lifeguards on duty to ensure a safe, fun
environment.
Our wellness staff is certified, trained, and waiting to serve you.
There are no contracts for membership.
Members can receive a personalized exercise program.
For these reasons and many more - it all begins with becoming a member of the Stanly
County Family YMCA!
MEMBERSHIP
Membership Payment Open Doors Scholarships
Bank Draft - An easy way to pay as you go! The Stanly County Family YMCA believes all
Your bank account is debited once per month. people should have the opportunity to
People wishing to start or stop their drafts participate in Y programs and services;
Y MEMBERSHIP can do so by completing forms at the therefore, financial assistance is available
membership desk. Bank draft memberships subsequent to appropriate review. Financial
remain in effect until the Y has received a documentation is required. ODS reviews are
The Stanly County Family YMCA is written request from the member to normally processed within a two-week period
proud to be a smoke-free facility. terminate the membership agreement. and applicants are contacted by phone or
Notifications must be received five days prior letter.
MEMBERSHIP RATES to the scheduled draft.
The Joining Fee is $25. Key Card Entry
Drafts returned to the Y as “Stop Payment”
Each member receives a barcoded key card.
YOUTH (Ages 3-10) or “Account Closed” will result in immediate
This card will allow the member access into
$15.75 monthly bank draft termination. Drafts returned for any other
the facility. All members must use their key
$187 annually reason must be paid within two weeks of
card for entries into the Y.
No Joining Fee notification or membership will be terminated.
Bank draft memberships are perpetual with ALWAYS WELCOME IN EVERY
TEEN (Ages 11-17) no expiration date. Members can choose to
$22 monthly bank draft draft on the 1st or 15th of the month.
COMMUNITY
$264 annually Nationwide Membership enables Y members
Annual Payment - Dues may be paid in full
to visit any participating YMCA in the United
YOUNG ADULT (Ages 18-24) upon joining and yearly thereafter. Payment
$39 monthly bank draft is accepted via cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, States. This is valid for active, full facility Y
$468 annually Discover, and American Express. members. Nationwide member visitors must
use their home Y at least 50% of the time.
Regardless of termination date, annual
ADULT
memberships are non-refundable.
$48 monthly bank draft Guest Policy
$576 annually SilverSneakers Each adult member and *teen (age 16+) will
FAMILY/HOUSEHOLD The Stanly County receive one guest pass each month. All
(2 adults + dependent children) Family YMCA proudly guests must complete a guest waiver and
$79 monthly bank draft offers the Healthways present a picture ID. *Guests are allowed
$948 annually SilverSneakers Fitness entry up to three times in a year. The guest
Program. This program must accompany the Y member at all times
SENIOR ADULT (Ages 65+) enables people 65 and older, or Medicare when in the facility. *Teen guests must be age
$45 monthly bank draft eligible individuals, to take control of their 16+ with photo ID.
$540 annually health and well-being.
SENIOR FAMILY/HOUSEHOLD Eligible participants of the award-winning
fitness program may qualify for a free Y
Mobile App
(Ages 65+)
$70 monthly bank draft membership through their insurance provider. Download the FREE mobile app onto your
$840annually Smartphone to view updated schedules,
Individuals wishing to join SilverSneakers
programs, facility updates and check-in. Go
must first contact their health insurance
The Joining Fee is a one-time fee to your app store and search for DAXKO.
provider to confirm their health plan qualifies
paid at the time you sign your This will be the app to upload.
membership application. These for a free Y membership.
funds are used to keep equipment Silver & Fit
and facilities in good repair and The YMCA conducts regular sex offender
We are proud to also screenings on all members, participants, and
updated for members’ enjoyment,
safety, and comfort. Should a partner with American guests. If a sex offender match occurs, the
membership lapse for more than Specialty Health to YMCA reserves the right to cancel
30 days, one is subject to paying offer the Silver & Fit program to those membership, end program participation, and
a joining fee upon returning as a qualifying Medicare eligible participants. This remove visitation access.
member. program is designed to empower individuals
to live healthier and longer lives.
Membership rates are subject to Please contact the membership desk to see if
change by the YMCA Board of your insurance plan is covered under the
Directors.
Silver & Fit program.
STANLY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
MEMBERSHIP
Age Restrictions Changing Information FACILITY
All children under the age of 11 (5th grade Please keep the front desk advised of your
and under) must be accompanied by a parent current home address, telephone numbers, Cardio Fitness Center (ages
or responsible adult 18 years of age or older and email address. Email newsletters are 11 and older)*
or be in a Y supervised program. sent out weekly to our members to Strength Center (ages 11 and
An adult must stay with children at all times. communicate Y activities for the week. older)*
Adults may be asked to provide proof of age Lockers *Teen members 11-15 must
(driver’s license). attend equipment orientation
All items should be locked securely in a with a parent.
Member Code of Conduct locker; however the Y cannot be responsible
The RAPTOR Room (ages 16+)
for valuables even if they are locked in a
We expect everyone using the Y to behave in
locker. Gym with two courts
a mature and responsible way and to respect
the rights and dignity of others. Our Code of Full lockers and half lockers are available for Six-Lane Cool Water Pool
Conduct does not permit language or actions rent in the Men’s and Women’s Fitness Locker Warm Water Pool
that can hurt or frighten another person or Rooms.
that fall below a generally accepted standard Cost: Full - $8/month; Half - $4/month Childwatch Programs:
of conduct. Members should report any Day lockers are available in all locker rooms. Minnie’s Place
infraction to a Y director immediately. Members should bring a lock from home and High 5
The Y reserves the right to suspend or revoke remove it upon leaving the facility. Any locks Chapel
a membership for good cause as determined left on the lockers overnight will be removed
by the executive director or the board of without notice. The Y is not responsible for Three Conference Rooms
directors. The length of suspension will be items lost during lock removal. Group Ex Studio
determined by the same authority. Merchandise for Sale Cycling Studio (Virtual Cycle)
The actions listed below are not an all-
inclusive list of behaviors considered
The Membership Desk carries a variety of Yoga Studio
fitness equipment to enhance your exercise
inappropriate in our facility or program: Indoor Track
program. You can purchase swim goggles,
Using or possession alcohol or illegal swim caps, water belts, track lap counters, Racquetball Court
chemicals on Y property, in Y vehicles, or and water bottles. Male and Female Saunas
at Y sponsored programs. In addition, the Membership Desk sells t- Male and Female Steam rooms
Carrying or concealing a weapon or any shirts, sweatshirts, and other Y apparel.
device or object that may be used as a Locker Rooms for Youth,
Prices vary - please see Membership Desk for
weapon. Families, and Special Needs
details.
Members
Harassment or intimidation by words, Merchandise is first come, first serve.
gestures, body language, swearing, name Additional supplies will be added as needed. 2 Adult Only Locker Rooms
calling or shouting.
Program Registration Y Pavilion for Afterschool and
Inappropriate, immodest, or sexually Summer Camp
No class or program registration will be taken
revealing attire. over the phone. All fees are due at time of FACILITY EMERGENCY
Theft or behavior that results in registration. Members may register in DRILLS
destruction or loss of property. advance for programs, classes, or sessions. Emergency drills may be
Loitering within or on the grounds of the Refund Policy conducted during operational
Y. hours. During fire drills, everyone
The Y does not provide makeups, credits, or
will be asked to evacuate the
Touching others inappropriately. refunds for missed classes. The Y reserves
building. For other drills,
the right to cancel any program. Refunds
Dress Code Policy members may be asked to exit the
and/or credit will be issued for enrollment in
No midriff tops. area where the emergency drill is
a substitute class in the event a program is
occurring if that is part of the
No underwear/excessive skin showing. cancelled. Otherwise, it is Y policy not to
actual emergency plan. Your
refund programs or memberships.
No shirts with vulgar, violent, drug or participation during these drills
gang-related language or pictures. Valuables/Personal Property helps us evaluate and improve our
No bandanas covering face or gang The Stanly County Family YMCA is NOT emergency plans. Preparation for
responsible for lost or stolen valuables. We emergencies is key to providing a
related,
recommend you do not bring valuables with safe environment for our members
Shirts and shoes must be worn while you to the Y. and staff. Thank you for your
you’re in the building except when you’re cooperation and understanding.
Lock boxes are available at the Membership
in the pool areas.
Desk to use free of charge.CHILD CARE
Y AFTERSCHOOL three days before attending. Cost per day is
OPEN DOORS $20 for Y members and $30 for non-
Register your child for our Afterschool
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR Enrichment Program, operated by the Y in
members. Those currently attending
afterschool full-time do not need to register.
AFTERSCHOOL AND partnership with the Stanly County School
System. This program provides quality care Y SUMMER DAY CAMP
SUMMER CAMP for your K-8th grader each afternoon until The Y Summer Day Camp has been voted the
6:00pm. The program is offered at Aquadale, #1 Day Camp in Stanly County for the past
Open Doors Scholarships are Badin, Endy, Locust, Oakboro Stem, Richfield. five years. Camp is a great way for your child
available for Y membership and the Student from Stanfield are transported to
to stay active this summer. Register your
Y Afterschool Program, Summer Locust School. Students from Central and
Camp, and most Y programs. East are transported to the Y Pavilion for child for a summer
afterschool. they won’t forget!
Scholarships are supported by the Y Each week is filled
The Afterschool Program offers snacks,
Strong Communities Fund, United with themed
homework time, tutoring, arts and crafts,
Way of Stanly County, and various group games, fitness activities, character activities, camp
grants. development, devotions, special events, songs, archery,
individual activities, service opportunities for gardening, arts &
To apply for a scholarship, complete the school and Y, and so much more. crafts, swimming,
the Open Doors Scholarship sports, team
application, gather requested 2019-2020 School Year Fees
building, outdoors, character development,
documentation, write a short letter Afterschool Fees for Badin, Endy &
choice activities, devotions, surprise guests,
explaining your circumstances, and Locust
field trips, crazy competitions, and chill
return to the Membership Desk at Full –Time $225/month time...to name just a few. In order to help
the Y. Part-Time $150/month
campers keep their skills sharp and develop a
Afterschool Fees for Aquadale, Oakboro
A sliding scale is used to determine love of reading, a literacy program is included
STEM, Richfield and Stanfield
scholarship amount. in as part of the day also. Day camp exposes
Full –Time $200/month children to outdoor activities while
Part-Time $130/month
The Open Doors Scholarship developing social skills, good sportsmanship,
Afterschool Fees for Pavilion Site:
Program is made possible through confidence, self-reliance and strong Christian
the generous support of members YMCA Members character. There are also plenty of
and donors to the Strong Full-Time $200/month
opportunities for families to become involved
Communities Annual Giving Part-Time $130/month
in camp through programs, meals and at-
Campaign, grants, and special Non-Members
Full-Time $250/month home activities. A nutritious breakfast and
events. afternoon snack is provided FREE to all
Part-Time $180/month
Families with two or more children attending campers.
Y Afterschool full-time will receive a $23 Parents must provide a copy of their child’s
Y STRONG sibling discount on the monthly fee for each immunization records before the child can
additional child.
COMMUNITIES attend camp; these records must be turned in
Full-Time: Any student attending four to with the registration form.
FUND five days of Afterschool each week. CREDITS Location: Y Pavilion in Albemarle
Meeting our FOR ABSENCES CANNOT BE GIVEN. Full days Time: 6:45am-6:00pm Mon-Fri
(vacation days, professional days, and Beginning 6/15 until school begins
Community Needs
holidays) are included in your monthly fees. Full-time and part-time options
Part-Time: Any student attending Ages: Rising Kindergarten-Rising 6th
afterschool 1-3 days each week. In order to grader
staff appropriately, families must commit to
certain days of the week. Vacation days, Location: Norwood First Presbyterian
professional days and holidays are an Church
additional cost of $15/day. Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Seven weekly sessions
School’s Out: Let the kids stay at the Y on Ages: Rising Kindergarten-6th grade
those days out of school. We are open at the
Y Pavilion on most teacher work days,
vacation days and holidays with drop-off and
pick-up available at West Stanly Senior
Center in Locust. School’s Out opens at
6:45am until 6:00pm. Please register at leastSTANLY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
FAMILY SERVICES
Y CHILD WATCH Y FAMILY TIME Y VOLUNTEERS
We have two different child care areas: Birthday Parties At the Y, your time and talent go a
Minnie’s Place - 6 weeks to preschool. Let us host your child’s next birthday party at long way. Every hour you spend as
High 5 - K - 5th grade. the Y. We have six different parties from Y volunteer translates into caring
As a special service to members, the Y which to choose. All parties are led by attention a child needs to develop
provides quality care for your child while you experienced staff who love to host events. values like sportsmanship,
participate in a Y class, activity, or meeting. We can plan the entire party and provide compassion and respect for self
Members receive TWO free hours of child care food, or you can bring your own food if and others. Volunteerism
daily while in the Y facility. Child Care is not desired. Contact Emily James at least a promotes and provides the
available for those wishing to leave the month before to schedule yours. following:
facility unless it is exercise related. Advanced Positive behavior in children of
reservations must be made in order to be sure Father/Daughter Dance all ages.
that Child Watch Areas are adequately An evening for fathers, grandfathers, uncles,
Support for families.
staffed. We ask you to sign-in your child(ren) or any significant male figure to bring their Healthier lives.
upon arrival and let staff know where you will princess to the ball! This traditional night of
Safer, more viable communities.
be in the facility. Parents must provide their dancing, refreshments, pictures and fun
own diapers and wipes. Also, please send always make Valentine’s Day extra special for A caring community dedicated
snacks labeled with your child’s name. the little girl in your life. to meeting the needs of those
Date: February 8 in need.
To best serve your children, the Y asks you to
Cost: $18 As a Y volunteer, you can coach a
make a reservation in advance of your use of
All Ages team of young athletes, serve as a
the Child Watch Areas. For morning and early
afternoon hours, advanced reservations must Y Day in the Park/Healthy Kids Day role model for children, help out in
be made by 7:00pm the evening before. the office or at a special event,
Get the kids and the whole family involved in
Afternoon and early evening hours, raise money or be part of a group
this Y day that teaches the whole family to be
reservations must be made by 3:00pm that or committee working on a special
healthy in a fun way. Inflatables, face
afternoon. If no reservations are made for a painting, community service for children, Y project. No matter how you help,
day, Child Watch Areas will not open. you’ll make a difference as you
special guests, and much more. A fun day for
work with others to create a feeling
the entire family!
Minnie’s Place Hours: of connection throughout our
Date: April
community.
Monday - Friday Cost: Free
8:30am - 1:00pm All Ages
To solve the problems closest to
Reopen at 4:00pm -
home - or better yet, prevent them
7:30pm Annual Children’s Christmas Shop - the Y needs more people like you.
Saturday Date: Sat. December 5, 9:30am - 12:30pm
8:15am - 11:30am Bring the kids (and yourself) to the Y for a Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday morning of shopping. There is always a great Board Members
CLOSED variety of vendors selling handmade items
Hours are subject to and other wonderful gifts. Santa and Mrs. Committee Members
change if heavy or low Claus come to be sure that everyone’s Fund-Raisers
usage is identified on a continual basis. Christmas list is correct. Free gift wrapping is Interns
included! Everything is sold for $5 or less!
High 5 Hours: Youth Sport Coaches
Monday - Friday
8:30am - 1:00pm (only open during these Family Service Volunteers
hours when Stanly County Schools are Sunday Lunch Volunteers
closed) Afterschool Tutors
4:00pm - 7:30pm
Saturday Arts and Humanities
8:15am - 11:30am Volunteers
Sunday Healthy Kids Day Volunteers
CLOSED
Strong Communities 8K
Volunteers
Let us know if you would like to
volunteer your time and talent.AQUATICS
Y SWIM LESSONS
The Y offers swim lessons to AQUATICS
SWIM STARTERS: (Parent & Child)
ensure every child/adult has the
opportunity to learn to swim. Pool Hours: Water Discovery: Level A
Living in an area with so many Ages: 6 months - 18 month
Mon-Thurs: 5:30am - 8:30pm
water sources, it is imperative that Introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic
children be comfortable in the Friday: 5:30am - 7:30pm environment
water, as well as, have the ability Saturday: 7:30am –2:30pm Water Exploration: Level B
to save themselves in a water Sunday: 2:00pm - 4:30pm Ages: 18 months-3 year
emergency. We work hard to teach
valuable skills in a fun and safe Focuses on exploring body positions, blowing
environment. bubbles, and fundamental safety & aquatic
For the safety of our members and classes, skills
Members can register one week pools are closed during thunderstorms and/or
prior to potential members. No lightening.
registrations by phone and SWIM BASICS:
payment is due upon registration. Pool Schedules Recommended skills for all to have around
The Y reserves the right to cancel Schedules are available at the Membership water.
any class with insufficient Desk, the mobile app and on the website. Ages: 3-5 years, 6-12 years, and Adults
enrollment. Water Acclimation: Level 1 Increases
Cool Pool (82-83 degrees)
Session Dates: comfort with underwater exploration &
This pool is 25 yards and is kept at 82-83 Introduces basic self-rescue skills performed
Jan 6-Feb 1 degrees year-round. Pool is closed during
Registration: Dec 9, 2019
with assistance.
swim meets and one lap lane will be open
Water Movement: Level 2 Encourages
during Second Grade Learn to Swim.
Feb 17-March 14 forward movement in water and basic self-
Registration: January 20, 2020 Warm Pool (87-89 degrees) rescue skills performed independently.
This pool is 25 yards and is kept at 87-89 Water Stamina: Level 3= Develops stamina to
March 30– May 2 degrees year-round. Pool #2 is NOT swim length of pool and tread water while
Registration: March 1, 2020 recommended as a lap pool. NO diving of any introducing front crawl and back crawl
kind is permitted in this pool.
May 18- June 13 SWIM STROKES:
Registration: April 20, 2020 Swimsuit Policy
Only swimmers wearing appropriate swim Skills to support a healthy lifestyle.
July 6– August 1 attire may swim in pools. Denims, cutoffs, or Stroke Introduction: Level 4 Introduces all
Registration: June 8, 2020 any other type of shorts are not permitted. No four strokes, while building stamina to swim
bikinis allowed for girls 10 years and up. 50yards at a time. Brings water safety to a
June 17– June 27 (Daily) new level with treading water longer and
Registration: June 1, 2020 Policies Regarding Children Using learning resting strokes.
Pools
July 8-July 18 (Daily) Stroke Development: Level 5 Refines stroke
Infants and small children who are not potty- technique and introduces sidestroke for water
Registration: June 20, 2020
trained must wear a swim diaper. safety.
July 29-August 8 (Daily) Children under the age of 7 must have a parent
Stroke Mechanics: Level 6 Encourages a
Registration: July 1, 2020 in the water with them at all times. competitive track and healthy lifestyle.
Children ages 7-10 must have a parent in the Teaches participants how to use swimming as
August 17-September 12 pool area with them unless they are in a Y a form of exercise.
Registration: July 13, 2020 program. Adult Learn-to-Swim: (Ages 12-100)
September 28-October 24 Children ages 7 and older wearing a flotation Beginning lessons designed to teach the basics
Registration: September 1, 2020 device or children whose swimming ability is of swimming.
questionable will be restricted to the shallow
water unless a parent is in the water with SWIMMING 101: Teen/Adult class that
November 9-December 12
them. focuses on stroke development, stroke
Registration: October 12, 2020
variation and endurance.
Cost: $15 Y Family Members Swim Starters/Swim
$35 Youth Members Basics
$70 Non-Members The Stanly County Family
YMCA is proud to offer swim
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS classes for all ages.
Private lessons are available by
appointment. $35 members/$45
nonmembersSTANLY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
AQUATICS AND SPORTS
Y SWIM Y WATER FITNESS Y SPORTS
TEAM Studies show water helps prevent injury by
Y Youth Sports focuses on
If your child cushioning and protecting bones and
providing a safe, fun, and
wants to muscles during exercise. Your body weighs
educational experience for young
participate in only 10 percent of its actual weight in
athletes, ages 3-5, as well as the
swimming water which makes pool exercise a stress
coaches and parents. We invite
during more than weekly swim lessons, and free workout. The water’s resistance forces
parents to participate in the league
your family wants to share an activity that is muscles to work harder, making a workout
by fulfilling constructive roles,
rewarding for all, the Sailfish Aquatics swim more efficient in less time. Water exercise
making our leagues a family affair.
team is the place for you! strengthens and improves body tone, keeps
Not only do we teach athletic skills,
the cardiovascular and respiratory systems
Children can join the swim team, provided we also teach good sportsmanship
in good shape, and improves flexibility and
they can swim the length of the pool on that leads to good life skills.
coordination. Water Fitness classes are
their front and back. Swimmers are grouped included in your membership. Practices are held during the week,
by ability so the beginning and advanced with most games on Saturdays.
swimmers can see improved fitness and Class Descriptions Each season ends with a
technique suitable for their needs. celebration including pictures and
Given the frequency of training and the year medals.
-long team schedule, swimmers develop
strong friendships with their teammates. SOCCER
Parent participation through sharing time Ages 3-12
and talents makes this a fun family activity
Spring/Fall Leagues:
that fosters friendships between swim
Registration: Feb/July & Aug
families. Parents can be seen chatting in the
Season: March-April/Sept-Oct
hallway or on the bleachers by the pool as
Cost: $25 Family Members, $40
they wait for practice to end. We all enjoy
Youth Members, $65 Non-members
swim meets where we cheer for not only our
children, but also other swimmers we have JOINTS IN MOTION: Instructors will guide T-BALL
grown to care for as they achieve their participants through a low impact warm Ages 3-5
personal goals in swimming. water workout. Exercises are aimed at Spring/Fall Leagues
improving joint range of motion, reduce joint Registration: Feb/July-Aug
We strive to develop positive character Season: Mar-April/Sept-Oct
traits such as perseverance, responsibility, stiffness and pain. Great class for
beginners, participants with back pain, Cost: $30 Family Members, $45
and sportsmanship. The level of Youth Members, $70 Non-members
commitment required in this activity often arthritis or recovering from surgery.
translates into improved time management ABC (AQUATIC BODY CONDITIONING) 45
and positive school performance from these minute cardiovascular workout performed in
BASKETBALL
student athletes. If you are interested in the shallow end of the pool. Designed for all Ages 3years-5th grade
joining the team, contact Coach Williams at levels. Registration: November -Dec
Season: January –February
Sailfishaquatics.org AquaFIT: A shallow water workout in the
Cost: $35 Members, $50 Youth
warm pool. Class will incorporate a variety
Members, $70 Non-members
American Red Cross Lifeguard of equipment designed to increase your
Training and YMCA Lifeguard heart rate and tone muscles.
SUMMER SPORTS CLINICS are fun
Participants must be at least 16 years of WATER WAKE UP: 45 minutes of intense interactive camps in which kids can
age and pass a preliminary swim test to aerobic exercise in the deep water using improve their skills. Each month,
participate in class. Course includes CPR- flotation belts. participants will focus on a specific
AED and first aid training. Certification is AQUA FLEX AND TONE: A warm water class sport.
granted after successful completion of all involving broad movements of the arms,
practical and written skills. Attendance and legs, and torso. PICKLEBALL LEAGUES
participation in all classes is required for Open to ages 13 and older.
certification. Course fee is due upon Cost per Season: $12 Y Member,
registration. $45 Non-member
*Continuous 8-week leagues
Date: Spring and Winter Classes TBD
throughout the year.
Cost: $200GROUP FITNESS
Y SPECIALTY Y GROUP FITNESS FLEX-N-STRETCH: 30 minute class
devoted entirely to a total body stretch.
Staff Contact: Derrick Almond or Kristen
PROGRAMS Underwood
Participants are encouraged to warm up
prior to attending the class. Designed for
HOT CHOCOLATE 8K Group exercise classes are free to members. all levels. N
Adequate hydration is highly recommended LINE DANCING: A 1 hour fun-filled
Support the Y’s Strong Communities for all classes. If you forget your water workout. Various line dances will be
Campaign and enjoy some hot bottle, you can use the water fountains highlighted during the class. Participants
chocolate after running this 8K. located throughout the building. For bike will benefit from a low impact format
Date: Saturday, January 4 classes, seat pads or bike shorts are highly designed to be easy on the joints. L
recommended. Bike seats are available in
class. We encourage all participants to be LITE-N-EASY: Low impact aerobics class
BADIN LAKE TRIATHLON on time to their favorite class. This ensures designed for the beginner exerciser or
750 Yard open water swim in Badin you are properly warmed for the class as members interested in a complete but less
Lake, 14 mile bike ride and 3.1 mile well as respectful towards the instructor intense exercise experience. L
run and other members. POWER SCULPT: Group strength training
Date: Saturday, June 6, at Alcoa We have morning, afternoon, and evening class designed to challenge all major muscle
Boat Landing, Badin NC classes offered Monday - Friday and a groups in one hour. Choreographed to
Saturday Yoga class. Please pick up a copy music, participants use barbells, hand
Cost: Rolling. Register online at weights, and resistance tubing to help
runsignup.com/Race/NC/Badin/ of the Group Exercise Schedule at the
Membership Desk or download our Mobile create muscle overload. L
BadinLakeTri. Registration opens
January 1. App. There are a lot of programs offered RESTORATIVE YOGA: A quiet practice that
here at the YMCA– sometimes aerobic will guide you through postures that will
classes have to be moved from their normal help improve joint flexibility and range of
STRONG COMMUNITIES 5K motion. N
location or even cancelled. Any changes will
Date: Saturday, August 15 be announced in advance. If you like a class, RAPTOR CLASS: High intensity, functional
Cost: Rolling. Register online at make sure you participate and bring friends. training that is modified to each
runsignup.com, Vac & Dash, or at If numbers are low in a class you might lose participant’s ability. These classes will
the Y. Registration opens May 1. your favorite class. incorporate the basics of squats, deadlifts,
We have the following classes available: presses, athletic conditioning, etc. that will
STANLY KIDS TRIATHLON N= No Impact L=Low Impact change nearly every workout. HI
Date: Saturday, April 18 H=High Impact M=Moderate TRX/HIT CIRCUITS ( Total Body Resistance
Time: 3:00PM eXercise) Total body worout incorporating
Cost: TBA. Registration opens BODY SCULPTING: Participants will use
the use of suspension straps, your body
January. hand weights and resistance tubing to
weight and other equipment. 45 min class
engage all major muscle groups. Class N
of cardio and strength training M
BUNNS-N-GUNNS: 30 minutes of strength
VINYASA YOGA: 60 minute class that
training for arms and glutes. N
incorporates a dynamic Vinyasa yoga flow.
CIRCUIT TONING: 45 min of supervised Gain strength, improve flexibility and
total body strength training class using decompress with this yoga. N
selectorized equipment. N
YOGA: YOGA means union of spirit, mind,
CYCLE-X: Join a group instructor for a and body. Yoga utilizes breathing
virtual cycling experience using stationary techniques to calm the mind, and poses to
bikes. Class will also incorporate the use of build strength, flexibility, balance, and
hand weights to engage all major muscle concentration. N
groups. N
STRONG by ZUMBA: High intensity interval
CYCLE: Combination of 45 minutes of cardio training class using more traditional fitness
activity on stationary bikes N moves for a more athletic, conditioning style
EXTREME PERSONAL TRAINING (XPT): workout. You use your own body weight as
Personal training in a group exercise format. a resistance to achieve muscle definition. HI
A group exercise instructor will take GROUP POWER: Blast your muscles with
participants through a 30 minute strength this high-rep weight training workout that
training program with a cardiovascular uses adjustable barbells, weight plates and
twist. XPT is a great workout for those body weight exercises. HI
with limited time to exercise. This class is
YOGA FUSION: Yoga Fusion is a
NOT recommended to anybody new to
combination of yoga fused with Pilates,
strength training. HI
Barre, Fitness, etc. NSTANLY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Y HEALTH & FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING GYM
FITNESS FACILITY Whether your goal is to lose weight, get Courts A and B
(Strength & Cardio Center) strong, or improve your health, we have Schedules available at the
personal trainers that can help. Membership Desk, online and on
The fitness center (located on the 1st floor)
is available to all members 11 years of age Certified personal the mobile app.
and older. Exercise equipment consists of trainers will meet
an assortment of free weights, Hammer one on one with WALKING TRACK
strength plate loaded equipment, Cybex & you, perform a
The indoor walking track is open
LifeFitness selectorized strength machines, fitness assessment,
to all members. It is located on
Precor treadmills, Octane recumbent cross help with developing
the 3rd floor, above the Youth
trainers, Cybex & LifeFitness upright bikes goals and establish
Gym. Track rules and directional
and Matrix steppers. Trained staff are a workout regimen
traffic signs are posted for
available to offer assistance in the fitness suitable for your
participants.
center by appointment. New member needs.
orientation appointments can be made at Cost: $30 per hour. Initial evaluation is RACQUETBALL COURT
the fitness desk. FREE.
Youth Orientations are available by All racquetball players must
For more information, contact:
appointment at the Fitness Desk. All youth, wear protective eyewear at
Derrick Almond or Kristen Underwood. all times.
11-15 must complete an orientation with
parent supervision before being allowed to Players are required to
LIVESTRONG® AT THE YMCA
use the equipment. reserve a court NO MORE
Cancer survivors know the tremendous toll THAN 24 HOURS/ONE DAY
HELMS FITNESS CENTER the disease and treatment has on one’s in advance of the game to
spirit, mind, and body. Many search for be played. Reservations
The HFC is located on the 3rd floor of the
ways to reclaim their health. may be made in person or
YMCA. This facility is used for Medical
Fitness as well as other YMCA programs. This FREE 12-week program focuses on the by calling the Y at 704-982
survivor as an individual - not the disease! -1916.
Circuit Toning Class
W: 9:00-10:00a
Participants focus on exercises to build If the court is occupied by
muscle strength, increase flexibility, walk-in players, those who
LIVESTRONG at the Y endurance and self-esteem while reducing have a reservation have top
TR: 11:30-1:00p stress. priority for use. If any Y
Cost: FREE program is using the court,
Check at the front desk to get a schedule for
available hours to members. Requirements: Physician Referral the program has top
Class Time: Tuesday and Thursdays, priority.
11:30am - 1:00pm. Youth are allowed to use
MEDICAL FITNESS PROGRAM Contact Kristen Underwood for session times. the racquetball court with
parental supervision
The Y offers a one month Medical Fitness
Monday-Friday from 3pm-
Program as a bridge/transition from other PICKLEBALL 5pm and 7pm-9pm, and on
hospital based programs. Whether you are
Pickleball is a combination of tennis, the weekends. Parents are
coming from outpatient rehab, cardiac/
badminton, ping pong and racquetball, and required to remain with the
pulmonary rehab, diabetes education, or a
also one the fastest growing sports in youth during use of the
general referral from your physician, we can
America. It may be a silly name, but it’s a court.
help you.
serious sport! Good for all ages…come see Equipment (racquetball or
Participants receive a one-on-one
what the excitement is all about! Nets, wallyball) must be checked
evaluation and consultation and an
paddles and balls are provided during the out at the Membership Desk
individualized exercise program. Assistance
designated program time. Schedules and returned immediately
is available as needed and is scheduled with
available at the Membership Desk and on following the game.
workouts.
the mobile app. Seasonal leagues available.
Cost: $30/month. Check the Membership Desk for further Any damage to equipment,
Requirements: Physician referral. information. courts, or violation of rules
will result in immediate
Contact Kristen Underwood for more *There will be seasonal and pop-up leagues suspension of racquetball
information. throughout the year. court privileges.COMMUNITY
2019 Strong Communities Y COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SECOND GRADE LEARN TO SWIM
Annual Support Campaign Second Grade Learn to Swim provides a 10
The Y is about making people better
Give for a Better Us. regardless of ability to pay or physical
class Learn to Swim program to second
graders across the county. The participating
We have an extraordinary limitations. Through the generous support of
elementary schools come to the Y during their
opportunity to ensure a brighter donors to the Strong Communities Annual
school day and learn to swim. Through this
future for our community. Your gift Support Campaign, the Y gives back on
program, the Y hopes to reduce the risk of
to the Stanly County Family YMCA average $310,000 in scholarships and
drowning in children across Stanly County.
will have a lasting impact in the services each year to meet the needs of the
community. SUNDAY LUNCH
community by helping us to reach
more people through life-changing THE BACKPACK PROGRAM
programs and services. PROGRAM The Y makes a
difference with a
For a better you. The Backpack
simple plate of food
For a better community. Program supplies
through the Sunday
For a better country. deserving children
Lunch Program.
with backpacks filled
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT with healthy food
Throughout the year,
the Y coordinates and serves hot meals on
1 in 4 children in North each Friday. Children benefiting from this
Sundays and holidays at the Community Table
Carolina lives in poverty program leave school with food options
in Albemarle.
throughout the weekend.
without access to
opportunities to reach DARKNESS TO LIGHT WAYS TO SUPPORT
their full potential. Through a partnership with United Way of
Become a Friend of the Y
Stanly County, the Butterfly House, Stanly
All kids deserve the opportunity to County Health Department, Albemarle Police, A simple addition of $10 per month to your
discover who they are and what and the Stanly County Schools the Y will raise bank draft can help provide food to a youth in
they can achieve, under the awareness of the prevalence and need, educate 12 adults on child sexual abuse
guidance of caring adults who consequences of child sexual abuse by prevention, support a cancer survivor with
believe in their potential. educating adults about the steps they can three months of membership, help a neighbor
in need, teach second graders to swim, or feed
HEALTHY LIVING take to prevent, recognize, and react
responsibly to the reality of child sexual the hungry on Sunday. Contact Kassie Taylor
23% of NC adults are not abuse. to make a pledge to support the Y with a gift.
physically active and even LIVESTRONG® Christmas Cradle
more are obese and at risk AT THE YMCA Help make Christmas extra special for families
for chronic disease. LIVESTRONG at the in need. Lists of needed items available at the
We help people and families build YMCA provides Membership Desk.
and maintain healthy habits for support and guidance, Date: December
spirit, mind, and body in their free of charge, to
everyday lives. From diabetes cancer survivors as PASSION WITH A PURPOSE
prevention to active older adult they build bridges and
programs, the Y helps individuals roads to a new 2019 ANNUAL WEEK OF GIVING
live healthier. destination of normalcy. Sure you work-out here and take classes, but
did you know we are not just a gym? First and
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OPEN DOORS SCHOLARSHIP foremost the Y is a cause; a charitable
PROGRAM organization committed to the well-being of
1 in 5 individuals in North
Because we are community-based and believe individuals and families from all backgrounds,
Carolina struggles to make everyone should have the opportunity to income levels and walks of life. It’s our
ends meet. benefit from our programs and services, we mission to provide access to all who walk
With our doors open to all, we offer the Open Doors Scholarship Program. through our doors-and we rely on the
bring people from all backgrounds This program offers a fee scale to fit the generosity of donors to help us make that
together and support those who financial situation of individuals and families happen. That’s what the Strong Communities
need us most. Our members, in our community. We want ALL people to be Annual Campaign is all about.
volunteers, supporters, and staff involved with the programs and services of the Date: March 11th-15th, 2019
demonstrate the power of what we Y that nurture spirit, mind, and body -
can achieve by giving back especially during difficult times when they are
together. needed most.
The Y.™ For a better us.STANLY COUNTY FAMILY YMCA 427 North First Street • Albemarle NC 28001 704-982-1916 • stanlyymca.org
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