Prospect Park Y Winter/Spring 2019 - PROGRAM & CLASS GUIDE 357 Ninth Street Brooklyn, NY 11215 718-768-7100 ymcanyc.org/prospectpark
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DISCOVER YOUR Y Prospect Park Y Winter/Spring 2019 PROGRAM & CLASS GUIDE 357 Ninth Street Brooklyn, NY 11215 718-768-7100 ymcanyc.org/prospectpark NEW YORK CITY’s YMCA
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PHONE: 718-768-7100
WHY THE Y................................................................ 3
WEB: ymcanyc.org/prospectpark ADULTS ..................................................................... 4
@prospectparky EARLY CHILDHOOD ................................................... 8
facebook.com/prospectparky SCHOOL-AGE ...........................................................11
@prospectparky TEENS ..................................................................... 15
SWIM....................................................................... 18
SUMMER CAMP .......................................................26
JOIN THE Y...............................................................28
LOCATIONS .............................................................35
WHY THE Y
Where there’s a Y there’s a way — to achieving your goals, supporting your family, and strengthening your
community. Our programs help members learn, grow, and reach their full potential. At the YMCA, we’re here for
all New Yorkers, to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community.
HOURS OF OPERATION 2019 SESSION & REGISTRATION DATES
OPEN 364 DAYS A YEAR WINTER REGISTRATION DATES SPRING I SESSION DATES:
Member: December 15, 2018 February 25, 2019 - April 21, 2019
Monday - Friday: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Community: December 22, 2018
Saturday - Sunday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM SPRING II REGISTRATION DATES
WINTER SESSION DATES: Member: April 13, 2019
NO HIDDEN FEES January 2, 2019 - February 24, 2019 Community: April 20, 2019
NO ANNUAL FEES SPRING I REGISTRATION DATES SPRING II SESSION DATES:
NO PROCESSING FEES Member: February 9, 2019 April 29, 2019 - June 23, 2019
NO CONTRACTS Community: February 16, 2019
AMENITIES, PROGRAMS, AND CLASSES ADULT/SENIOR FAMILY
MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP
Member discounts and priority registration on all fee-based programs,
such as swim, sports, arts, camp, and more P P
State-of-the-art fitness center – includes more than 100 pieces of
cardio and strength equipment P P
Over 100 FREE weekly group exercise classes – includes yoga, spin,
aqua fitness, and more P P
FREE YMCA Weight Loss Program P P
Y Fit Start – FREE 12-week program where Y coaches help develop
personalized fitness plans P P
Two Swimming Pools with over 100 hours of lap swim P P
Sauna and Steam rooms P P
Basketball court P P
Indoor running track P P
FREE child watch P P
FREE WiFi P P
FREE towel service P P
40+ hours of FREE family programs – such as family art, family swim,
and more P
FREE teen orientation to the fitness center P
FREE teen programs – including Youth & Government, Teens Take the City,
Leaders Club, and Teen Center. P
Convenient family locker room P
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ADULTS
Train with friends, play a sport, try a new
class, and take care of the whole you. The
YMCA is here to help you get healthier, achieve
your goals, and have fun while doing it.
REMINDER:
MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
Insanity®
Insanity live! Workout in 3 to 5-minute blocks, and take breaks
GROUP EXERCISE only long enough to gulp some air and get right back to work.
CLASSES
It’s called Max Interval Training, because it keeps your body
working at maximum capacity through your entire workout.
You keep pushing your limits – so your body has to adapt.
Kettlebells
We offer over 100 FREE group fitness classes This is a total body workout that blends highly effective
for people of all ages and abilities. See our full techniques for improving muscular endurance, total body
schedule online. coordinated movements and cardiovascular conditioning.
Each movement and progression is taught with an
emphasis on safety, highlighting essential body alignment.
CONDITIONING Take your body to the next level with Kettlebell training!
range of movement at the joints.
Boot Camp Total Body Conditioning
A challenging workout for your entire body, using
A full body workout designed to strengthen and tone
calisthenics such as pushups, jumping jacks, crunches and
the upper and lower body using an assortment of fitness
other body weight exercises.
equipment.
Circuit Training TRX
A fast paced workout that will challenge you with different
TRX Suspension Training will take your workout to new
activity stations.
heights! It’s not just about training harder, it’s about
Core Training training smarter. Each workout is specifically sequenced to
This class focuses on abdominal, back and core muscle safely and effectively challenge you for real results.
training and stabilization to improve the body’s overall
functional strength
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Iyengar Yoga
CARDIO A form of yoga known for precision, alignment and a focus
on individual postures and their therapeutic benefits.
Iyengar yoga promotse quiet, an inward focus, and a
Spin® heightened consciousness
An intense cardio workout of simulated road bike riding to
energizing music. Meditation
Learn and practice meditation
Step
Using an aerobic step, participants follow choreography MELT®
and step up and down to the music The MELT Method® is a breakthrough self-treatment
system that restores the supportiveness of the body’s
Step and Sculpt connective tissue to eliminate chronic pain, improve
Combine the fantastic cardio workout of step with the performance, and decrease the accumulated stress caused
strength gains of a sculpting workout for a total body by repetitive postures and movements of everyday living.
challenge improve posture and feel more vital in your everyday life.
Strong by Zumba® Pilates Mat
With most workout programs, music is an afterthought. Based on original Pilates techniques, this class is designed
The music in STRONG by Zumba™ was crafted to drive the to restore muscular balance, improve posture, helps
intensity in a challenging progression that provides a total
prevent injury and build strength and flexibility.
body workout. The result? A group fitness experience like
no other. PiYo™
PiYo combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits
of Pilates with the strength and flexibility advantages
DANCE of yoga. And, we crank up the speed to deliver a true
fat-burning, low-impact workout that leaves your body
looking long, lean, and incredibly defined.
Ballet Prenatal Yoga
A technique class that places emphasis and attention on Expectant mothers will learn to stretch, strengthen, focus
alignment and placement of the body. and relax. This class will help prepare you physically and
Belly Dance mentally for the experience of childbirth.
A dance movement class that focuses on the core muscles, Vinyasa Yoga
emphasizing muscular isolations. Dance to Middle Flowing sequences of yoga poses linked together by an
Eastern rhythms while learning traditional movements and emphasis on breathing technique
combinations.
Stretch & Release
Salsa A recovery class that will use stretching activities to
Learn Salsa basics to fun music. release muscle tightness.
Samba Tai Chi
A dance class workout with a focus on Brazilian samba An ancient form of mind body exercise that uses
movements and rhythms. purposeful, slow movements in a form of meditative
Zumba® exercise for relaxation, health and self defense.
Zumba® takes the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-
intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style,
calorie-burning dance fitness party. WATER FITNESS
MIND/BODY Aqua Boot Camp
This challenging water workout will put your strength and
endurance to the test.
Gentle Yoga Aqua Zumba®
Designed to teach basic yoga postures that will enhance
Aqua Zumba® blends the Zumba® philosophy with water
flexibility, strength and balance and promote relaxation.
resistance, for one pool party you shouldn’t miss!
Hatha Yoga Water Aerobics
A yoga class that integrates postures, breathing
An instructional class of aerobic movements performed in
exercises, relaxation, and meditation to stretch,
the water, to improve cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.
strengthen, and condition.
used to improve strength, balance and coordination.
Personal Training
WELLNESS Looking for a new challenge or need some additional
motivation? A nationally certified YMCA Personal Trainer
PROGRAMS
can be just what you need. Our trainers will evaluate your
ADULTS
health history and lifestyle to design a program that will
specifically meet your needs and help you achieve your
goals. All personal training sessions are one (1) hour in
length. Gift certificates are available. For more information,
Whatever your goals, the Y helps you find your way
contact Catherine Duckett, Healthy Lifestyles Coordinator, at
toward better health and wellness. Talk to our staff 212-912-2365 or CDuckett@ymcanyc.org
to find what’s right for you. 1 Session $85
EARLY CHILDHOOD
3 Sessions $240
New Member Orientation 6 Sessions $395
New to the Y? We offer a complimentary fitness 12 Sessions $650
orientation with one of our staff for all new members as
an introduction to our cardiovascular and strength training
equipment. Stop by the membership desk to schedule your
SPORTS
appointment today!
YMCA Weight Loss Program (NEW!)
This FREE weight loss program is designed to empower
people seeking a healthier weight. Rather than focusing
SCHOOL-AGE
on short-term solutions, the program helps participants
make small lifestyle changes and form sustainable, Adult Co-ed Volleyball
healthy habits. For 12 consecutive weeks, participants Volleyball, a sport invented by the YMCA, is a great indoor
meet in a group for 1-hour per week, discussing topics sport for men and women. All skill levels are welcome. The
including creating a supportive environment, goal setting, sessions include warm-ups and recreational games. Please
balanced eating, physical activity, positive psychology, and see the gym schedule for volleyball times.
sustainability. Stop by the membership desk to sign up!
Adult Open Gym Basketball
Y Fit Start Program What better place to play basketball than at the YMCA.
“Our goal is to help you reach yours!” If you’ve been We invented the sport! Play half-court, full-court or just
thinking about exercising but don’t know where to begin, free shooting play. Play is determined on a first-come,
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the Y Fit Start Program is for you. It’s designed for those first-served basis. Emphasis is placed on participation, fun
new to exercising or those who haven’t exercised for some and meeting new friends. So take your best shot! Please
time and want instruction, support, and motivation. The see gym schedule for adult basketball times.
Y Fit Start PROGRAM will help you develop and maintain
a physically active lifestyle to meet your own personal
needs and goals. The 12 week program includes four
sessions with a Y Fit Start coach. Please sign up for the
Y Fit Start Program at our Membership Desk or set up an
appointment.
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Y Diabetes Prevention Program
Reduce your diabetes risk and gain tools for healthy living
through the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program.
In a classroom setting, a trained lifestyle coach will help
facilitate a small group of participants in learning about
healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior
changes over the course of 16 one-hour sessions. After REMINDER:
the initial 16 core sessions, participants meet monthly for MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
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added support to help them maintain their progress. Visit
www.nyc.ydiabetes.com today to learn more! INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
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AOA Dance
AOA Dance style aerobic class based on various forms of Latin
movements and rhythms.
PROGRAMS
ADULTS
AOA Chair
Older adult chair-based yoga that integrates postures,
breathing exercises, relaxation, and meditation to stretch,
stregthen, and condition all from the comfort of a chair.
AOA Water Exercise
AOA Water Exercise for older adults incorporates
EARLY CHILDHOOD
stretching, aerobic, and muscle conditioning exercises with
a focus on improving overall condition.
Arthritis Pace
A low intensity workout designed for older adults with
arthritis or other joint challenges, utilizing light weights
and dynabands.
SWIM
SCHOOL-AGE
Whether you are just learning to swim or an
accomplished swimmer, we have something for you.
Lap/Recreational Swim
Lap swim and Recreational swim are available throughout
the day for adults. Please see our Pool schedules on-line.
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YMCA Swim Lessons
Adult Swim Lessons (see Swim section p. 24) teaches
The Prospect Park Y offers a comprehensive health personal water safety and the fundamentals of swimming.
and fitness program for Active Older Adults, ages Build stroke technique and endurance, to foster swimming
55 and older. Older adult group exercise classes as part of a healthy lifestyle.
are excellent for rehabilitation, building and
maintaining strength and flexibility, and just
feeling great! See our full schedule online.
CHILD WATCH
SWIM
8 week Do you need someone to look after your child
Fees 1x week (ages 6 months (minimum) to 7 years (maximum) –
session
Member Included in Membership while you work out? We’re here for you! You may
bring your child (for a maximum of two hours per
Community $7 $42
day) to the YMCA Child Watch Program. Kids will
enjoy creative play in a fun, safe environment with
AOA Yoga responsible YMCA staff members. This is a FREE
Older adult yoga class teaches the basics of yoga with a service available to adult and family members
gentle approach. only.
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AOA Yoga
Bases on original Pilates technique, this class focuses on
the body’s core stability. Enhance coordination, endurance,
balance, strength, and flexibility.
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EARLY
CHILDHOOD
From preschool to family night to kids swimming
classes, we offer something for all young New Yorkers
and their families.
REMINDER:
MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
Baby & Me Yoga (Babies 1-10 months)
A great way to bond with your baby! This class is
PARENT & designed to help new moms regain strength and vitality,
while incorporating baby in the process. Also, provides
CHILD CLASSES opportunity to build relationships with other new parents.
Tot & Me Yoga (Babies 10 months- 2 years)
Strengthen the bond between you and your child while getting fit
at the same time! Parent/Tot yoga is also a great venue to
Cost Per Visit develop lasting friendships with other parents and children.
Member Free with Family Membership
FAMILY
Community $30 x visit
Prenatal Yoga
This yoga class is especially kind and gentle to the body
and is specifically designed to help expecting mothers feel
PROGRAMS
more comfortable during pregnancy and prepare physically,
mentally, emotionally and spiritually for labor, birth and
motherhood. Cost Per Visit
Member Free with Family Membership
Come join us to maximize your health, to heal yourself and
clear the way for a new chapter in your life. This class is a Community NA
wonderful opportunity for connecting with other pregnant
women as well as individual time for private reflection. Indoor Playground (Babies up to 3 years)
Allow children to run, climb and socialize in a safe space.
Perfect for the winter months when the park is too cold.
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Family Open Gym
Spend time with your child shooting baskets, kicking a
soccer ball or playing some sports. We provide the space SWIM
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and equipment, you just need to be together to play.
Family Open Swim LESSONS
Family swim time strengthens relationships between
families! Families enjoy the pool safely while spending
quality time together. Come and spend time with your child INFANT & TODDLER SWIM
in the pool to strengthen their confidence and comfort in
the water. Swim Starters (6-36 months)
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Accompanied by an adult, infants and toddlers learn to
be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness
Cost Per Visit through fun. Parent learn about water safety and drowning
Member Free with Family Membership prevention and the importance of supervision of young
Community $30 x visit children. (See Swim section p. 22)
Yoga & Swim (24-36 months)
Yoga and Swim class for two year olds and their parents
Family Art (Babies 18 months - 3 years) or caregivers combines age appropriate gym activities with
Art projects develop your child’s creativity and artistic side
water skills that begin to prepare children to work directly
while refining their fine motor skills. Children can follow a
with an instructor on their own. (See Swim section p. 22)
guided project or explore with different mediums on their
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own. Remember to wear your messy clothes!
PRESCHOOL SWIM
Story, Song & Shimmy (Babies up to 4 years)
Bond with your little one while they develop social, motor and Swim Basics (3-5 years)
cognitive abilities. Stories and singing will be followed by fun and Students learn personal water safety skills and achieve
dancing with scarves and instruments. basic swimming skills through two benchmark skills: -
Swim, Float, Swim and Jump, Push, Turn, Grab. (See Swim
section p. 22)
Gym & Swim (3-5 years)
SUMMER CAMP Gym and swim class is an opportunity to practice basic
skills in the gym and in the water. (See Swim section p. 23)
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Cost Per 2 Week session
Member $575 Community $650
Kinder Camp (Ages 4.5 - 5 years) FAMILY FUN EVENTS
Kinder Camp is designed for children entering The Prospect Park and Park Slope
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kindergarten in September 2019. Structured day camp Armory YMCAs open their doors to
activities support this important transitional time by every family! Our monthly Family
building social and emotional skills in a fun and nurturing
environment. We focus on classroom structure and group
Fun events are free and open to
play. Camp-ers will participate in instructional swimming,
the community. Activities include
indoor and outdoor physical fitness, interactive science,
everything from movie nights to arts
literacy activities, theme-based arts and crafts, local & crafts parties.
outings, and one field trip per session.
Visit our website or the membership
desk to see when the next Saturday
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Family Fun event will take place!
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Art & Play (2-3 years)
An introductory class that sparks imaginations toward
SPORTS color investigation, and the fundamentals of 2-D and
3-D design. Starting with an exploration of color and its
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limitless possibility, we harness the power of design to
paint and draw, work with collage and printmaking, use a
range of tactile materials to build sculptures, bringing to
life whatever is imaginable! Students must be accompanied
GYMNASTICS by an adult.
Cost Per 8 Week session
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Member $190 Community $260 NEW! Block Party (2-3 years & 3-4 years)
Join the party on the block, and explore building! Use
your imagination to create a world of your own through
Tiny Tumblers (4-5 years)
different building activities each week. Develop spatial
Ready to explore gymnastics and develop your skills in a
reasoning, problem solving and motor skills together! From
small group setting? Learn coordination, develop flexibility,
arches and windows to stairs, bridges and towers, join the
and practice jumping, tumbling, balancing, and more! This
fun!
class gives children the opportunity to build confidence,
develop their own strength, and explore gymnastics while
making friends and having fun! Build, Build, Build (3-4 years)
Each week students have the opportunity to build their
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PRESCHOOL SPORTS own creations using their imagination. Students will build
Cost Per 8 Week session 3-Dsculptures, robots, cars, castles, planes and more!
Member $130 Community $185
DANCE
Cost Per 8 Week session
Pre-School Soccer (3-4 years) Member $125 Community $180
Children’s soccer is an instructional class that teaches basic
soccer skills, as well as a love for sport. Develop teamwork and
participation in a fun, non-competitive environment. Tiny Toes Ballet (3 - 4 years)
Children will learn the fundamentals of ballet through
Multi-Sports (3-4 years)
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awareness of body movement and creativity. While
Not sure which sport your child has an interest in? Does your
participating in exercise and dance sequences, participants
child have an interest in every sport? Multi-Sports is the
will learn coordination while exploring various levels of
class for you! This instructional class gives a taste of soccer,
movement that develop strength.
basketball and track in a fun play-filled environment. Children
are introduced to basic skills for the various sports, as well
as fun games to familiarize with the use of various sports
SCIENCE
equipment.
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ARTS &
CREATIVE PLAY SCIENCE
Cost Per 8 Week session
Member $135 Community $215
ART
Cost Per 8 Week session
Ready, Set, Science (3 - 4 years)
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Member $130 Community $210 From erupting volcanoes to experimenting with matter in
different forms, this class invites children to explore the
wonders of science! Your child will be able to test his or
her own scientific theories and engage in experiments
expanding their knowledge and interests.
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AGE
Summer camp. Youth sports. Art programs.
The Y’s fun and stimulating programs help kids
build a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
REMINDER:
MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
AFTERSCHOOL &
FAMILY SUMMER CAMP
Cost Per Visit Y Afterschool
Member Free with Family Membership The literacy-based academic support program builds study
skills and helps with homework through project-based
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learning and balanced literacy activities, using reading,
writing, and conversation to address literacy challenges
Family Open Gym among public school students. As in any Y program, health
Spend time with your child shooting baskets, kicking a education and recreation opportunities are central! With
soccer ball or playing some sports. We provide the space off-site locations from Park Slope to Coney Island, Y After
and equipment, you just need to be together to play. School helps hundreds of kids from K-5 continue to grow
in spirit, mind, and body during the critical 3:00-6:00 p.m.
hours. Y After School is absolutely free of charge through
Family Open Swim donations to the Annual Campaign. For information about
Family swim time strengthens relationships between our Y Afterschool programs, please contact Jasmine Rosa
families! Families enjoy the pool safely while spending at JRosa@ymcanyc.org or 212-912-2587.
quality time together. Come and spend time with your child
in the pool to strengthen their confidence and comfort in
the water.
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Cost Per 2 Week session Sports Camp is designed to teach fundamentals and
Member $545 Community $660
enhance camper abilities in age-appropriate groups for
a variety of sports. Through the coaching and support
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of camp staff, campers will learn the history, rules, and
Express Camp (Ages 6-8) key skills of different sports, applying lessons learned in
Express Camp fits all of your favorite camp activities into practice games. Sports Camp encourages the values of
each day! Campers participate in arts and crafts, group teamwork and good sportsmanship.
games, sports, health and fitness, personal development
activities, and weekly field trips to nature centers, Counselor to child ratio is 1:8 for ages 7-9; 1:10 for ages
museums, and local events. As part of our Express Camp, 10-12.
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children will have instructional swimming one day a week.
Counselor to child ratio is 1:8.
SPECIAL NEEDS DAY CAMP
Cost Per 3 Week session
Adventure Camp (Ages 9-11) Member $775 Community $775
Adventure Campers will participate in arts and crafts,
group games, sports, and health and fitness. Activities
are designed to engage campers in personal development, Lisa Beth Camp (Ages 5-12)
while making friends and having fun. Campers will This three-week camp is a fully integrated program for
participate in weekly field trips, local mini-trips, children with disabilities. Campers will experience a variety
instructional swimming, and outdoor learning. of summer camp activities, including swimming, field
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trips, and arts and crafts. We believe every child deserves
Counselor to child ratio is 1:10. the opportunity to participate in a safe, caring, and fun
learning environment. This camp runs from July 15, 2019
SWIM & SPORTS DAY CAMP to August 2, 2019.
Cost Per 2 Week session
Counselor to child ratio is 1:2.
Member $585 Community $680
Swim Camp (Ages 7-12)
Swim Camp supports the development of essential
swimming skills, while cultivating a lifetime love of the SWIM
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water. Campers will swim four times a week, and learn
important water safety values and responsibilities. In
addition to instructional swimming, campers will also
participate in arts and crafts, group sports, and field trips.
YOUTH SWIM
Counselor to child ratio is 1:8 for ages 7-9; 1:10 for ages Swim Basics (6-12 years)
10-12. Students learn personal water safety skills and achieve
basic swimming skills through two benchmark skills: -
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Swim, Float, Swim and Jump, Push, Turn, Grab. (See Swim
section p. 23)
Swim Strokes (6-12 years)
Having mastered the fundamentals students learn
additional water safety skills and builds strokes technique
and endurance. This fosters swimming as part of a healthy
lifestyle. (See Swim section p. 23)
Youth Competitive Drills & Skills
The focus of this class is to build stamina and improve
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mastery of the four competitive strokes: front crawl,
backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. We offer a variety
of workouts with an instructor on deck. Swim workouts
include an average of about 1,000 to 2,000 yards. (See
Swim section p. 24)
12 PROSPECT PARK Y WINTER/SPRING 2019Gymnastics Club
(10-17 years) (2 x week)
SPORTS Gymnastics Club provides a supportive environment for
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dedicated gymnasts who are eager to progress without the
pressures of competition.
KARATE
Cost Per 8 Week session
YOUTH SPORTS
Cost Per 8 Week session Member $150 Community $210
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Member $130 Community $185
Karate (4 years and up)
Karate develops physical conditioning, mental awareness
Youth Soccer (5-7 years) and self-defense strategies. Students will learn to develop
Am energetic program that emphasizes teamwork and positivity
speed, power, focus and balance. Level is determined by
through exercises designed to familiarize young players to the
the instructor.
game of soccer with age appropriate teaching tools and drills.
Basketball (5-12 years) Please note: There is a $40 fee for the karate uniform,
Kids will learn the game of basketball through age-appropriate and an optional belting fee for all those who qualify and
drills, exercises, and controlled games while developing teamwork choose to participate. Additional program gear (only
required for advanced classes) which includes a head
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and sportsmanship. Classes are seperated by skill level.
protector,gloves, mouth guard and shin guards can be
purchased for $100.
GYMNASTICS
Gymnastics Fees Member Community Additional Karate Fees
Beginner $150 $215 Karate Uniform (required) * $40
Advanced Beginner $165 $240 Belt (optional) ** Starting at $50
Intermediate/Intermediate $230 $325 Program gear (required)*** $100
Advanced (2 x week)
Gymnastics Club (2 x week) $245 $345 * Karate uniform can be purchased elsewhere
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** Belts have various levels. The starting cost is $50 and
Beginner Gymnastics (6-12 years) the fee increases by $5 per advance level.
This co-ed class focuses on learning basic gymnastics *** Additional gear can be purchased elsewhere
skills, such as floor routines and developing proper Levels
conditioning, as well as increased use of each apparatus. Beginner I Intermediate
Beginner II Advanced
Advanced Beginner Gymnastics
(7-12 years)
This co-ed class focuses on basic floor and apparatus
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skills, increasing strength and endurance and preparation
for the more rigorous intermediate program.
Intermediate Gymnastics (8-14 years)
This co-ed intermediate gymnastics class builds on skills
learned in the previous level and focuses on increasing
strength and endurance and involves more complex floor
and apparatus skills that include flight movements.
2x per week.
Advanced Intermediate Gymnastics
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(8-14 years)
In this level, participants continue to build on apparatus
and floor skills learned in the previous level and begin
to practice more complex variations and combination
movements. 2x per week.
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DANCE
Cost Per 8 Week session
Member $125 Community $180
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Ballet - Level I (5-7 years)
This program is a fun and active way for children to learn
ballet! Students will learn ballet techniques, build strength,
and learn choreography. In the last week, students will put
on a performance showcasing what they have learned.
Ballet - Level II (5-7 years & 7-9 years)
Ready to challenge yourself to the next level? This class is
for students who have taken ballet before and are ready to REMINDER:
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advance. Students will learn more advanced techniques and
continue to develop their skills. In the last week, students
MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
will put on a performance showcasing what they have INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
learned. Please note: Level II Ballet session lengths and
pricing may vary. Level II Ballet for children is invitation ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
only. Not sure if your child is ready for Level II? Please
contact Leah Krieble at LKrieble@ymcanyc.org if you’re
interested.
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The Y gives teens a safe space to socialize
and be themselves. Teens can play a
sport, work on leadership skills, prep for
college, and give back through Y programs
designed for them.
Teens Take the City (Ages 13-18)
The purpose of the Teens Take the City program is
LEADERSHIP & CIVIC to facilitate the exposure of students to the function
of New York City government through an engaging
ENGAGEMENT civics curriculum that emphasizes academic, social and
leadership skill building. Teens Take the City is different
from all other teen leadership programs because it is
designed to give teens the tools they need to become
Leaders Club (Ages 13-18) active influences in their community. The program teaches
The Leaders Club is a national program of the YMCA teens all about New York City government and gives all
which provides club members with opportunities for participants the opportunity to research and debate topics
leadership training, personal growth, service to others of their choosing. Through the program, teens learn to
and social development. Leaders Club is one the YMCA’S take action in their community and in the halls of city
most intensive and comprehensive teen programs. Teens government. Tuesday: 4:30pm-6:00pm
meet once a week working closely with their peers and an
advisor on skill and character building activities, as well on
planning and organizing club projects. By connecting with
adult advisors, teens have role models and mentors who REMINDER:
can have a positive impact on their lives. The Leaders Club MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
program provides a safe haven for young people where
they can become confident and competent young adults INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
with a sense of connection to their communities. The goal
of Leaders is to promote and enhance the personal growth
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
and skills of young people in order to develop strong
leaders who will be a positive force in their communities.
Friday: 4:30pm-6:00pm
PROSPECT PARK Y WINTER/SPRING 2019 15Youth & Government (Ages 14-18) Teen Open Basketball (Ages 12-18)
The YMCA Youth and Government program will teach What better place to play basketball than at the YMCA.
young people how laws are created and passed, and how We invented the sport! Play half-court, full-court or just
to successfully champion issues teens think are important. free shooting play. Play is determined on a first-come,
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Teens will learn how to debate and formulate winning first-served basis. Emphasis is placed on participation, fun
arguments as an attorney or a legislator. After one year and meeting new friends. So take your best shot! Please
in the program, teens you will know more about politics see gym schedule for teen basketball times.
and law than most adults. Through Youth and Government,
teens can join other young people from YMCA’s and high KARATE
schools from all over the State for a three day event in Cost Per 8 Week session
Albany, New York’s State Capital in March. Teens debate
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Member $150 Community $210
current state issues, participate in mock trials, and get to
know future leaders. The Prospect Park YMCA has added
the expertise of Howard Caretto, a YMCA Board Member Karate (Ages 4 years and up)
and Attorney to help guide students through the bill Karate develops physical conditioning, mental awareness
writing process and assist in preparing for the State Youth and self-defense strategies. Students will learn to develop
and Government. Tuesday: 4:30pm-6:00pm speed, power, focus and balance. Level is determined by
the instructor.
Teen Center (Ages 12-18)
Teen Center is a fun and safe space for teens to socialize, Please note: There is a $40 fee for the karate uniform,
exercise and have a positive interaction with peers and and an optional belting fee for all those who qualify and
SCHOOL-AGE
YMCA counselors. Teen Center is open to teens from local choose to participate. Additional program gear (only
communities and offers activities such as sports, fitness, required for advanced classes) which includes a head
arts and discussion groups. Teen Centers encourage more protector,gloves, mouth guard and shin guards can be
than 6,500 teens ages 12-18 to interact in a safe and purchased for $100.
positive social setting. Friday: 6:00pm-11:00pm
Additional Karate Fees
Please Note: All Leadership & Civic Engagement Teen
Programs take place at the Park Slope Armory YMCA. Karate Uniform (required) * $40
Belt (optional) ** Starting at $50
Program gear (required)*** $100
FITNESS &
TEEN
* Karate uniform can be purchased elsewhere
** Belts have various levels. The starting cost is $50 and
SPORTS the fee increases by $5 per advance level.
*** Additional gear can be purchased elsewhere
Levels
Beginner I Intermediate
Teen Fitness Beginner II Advanced
The Fitness Center is available to 12 to 17 year olds who
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are YMCA members, under the following conditions:
GYMNASTICS
Teens must complete a 60-min orientation prior to using
the fitness areas. All teens must have a parental consent Gymnastics Fees Member Community
form on file prior to utilizing the facility. Intermediate/Intermediate $230 $325
Required orientation courses must be completed. Advanced (2 x week)
Teens must present ID cards and course completion cards Gymnastics Club (2 x week) $245 $345
to floor trainer on duty prior to working out. Teens may
not bring guests under the age of 18 into the facility. No
exceptions to these policies will be made. We thank you for Intermediate Gymnastics (8-14 years)
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your cooperation This co-ed intermediate gymnastics class builds on skills
learned in the previous level and focuses on increasing
Teens may use fitness areas at designated times only: strength and endurance and involves more complex floor
Monday-Friday 3:00pm - 8:30pm and apparatus skills that include flight movements.
Saturday-Sunday 7:00am - 9:00pm 2x per week.
16 PROSPECT PARK Y WINTER/SPRING 2019Advanced Intermediate Gymnastics
(8-14 years)
In this level, participants continue to build on apparatus
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and floor skills learned in the previous level and begin
to practice more complex variations and combination
movements. 2x per week.
Gymnastics Club
(10-17 years) (2 x week)
Gymnastics Club provides a supportive environment for
EARLY CHILDHOOD
dedicated gymnasts who are eager to progress without the
pressures of competition.
SUMMER
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SCHOOL-AGE
TEEN CAMP
Cost Per 2 Week session
Member $540 Community $600
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Teen Camp (Ages 12-14)
Teen Camp exemplifies the YMCA’s core values of
honesty, respect, caring, and responsibility. Teen campers
participate in hands-on programming geared towards
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building self-confidence, teamwork, and accountability. Swim Basics (12-17 years)
Activities are designed to engage teens in personal Students learn personal water safety skills and achieve
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development, while making friends and having fun. Field basic swimming skills through two benchmark skills: -
trips are purposeful in connecting teen campers to real- Swim, Float, Swim and Jump, Push, Turn, Grab. (see Swim
world experiences with technology, art, and character section p. 24)
development. Campers will participate in swimming, Swim Strokes (12-17 years)
dancing, singing, sports, and more! Having mastered the fundamentals students learn
additional water safety skills and builds strokes technique
Counselor to teen ratio is 1:10. and endurance. This fosters swimming as part of a healthy
lifestyle. (see Swim section p. 24)
Competitive Skills & Drills
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The focus of this class is to build stamina and improve
mastery of the four competitive strokes: front crawl,
backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. We offer a variety
of workouts with an instructor on deck. Swim workouts
include an average of about 1,000 to 2,000 yards. (see
Swim section p. 24)
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Swimming is a life skill, great exercise,
REMINDER:
MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
and a challenging sport. Whether you’re
looking for swim classes for your kids,
ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
want to learn water safety, or swimming
for exercise, you’ll find what you’re looking
for at the Y.
18 PROSPECT PARK Y WINTER/SPRING 2019SWIM STAGE
DESCRIPTIONS
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
SWIM Accompanied by a parent, A / WATER DISCOVERY B / WATER EXPLORATION
infants and toddlers learn Parents accompany children In stage B, parents work with
STARTERS to be comfortable in the in stage A, which introduces their children to explore body
water and develop swim infants and toddlers to positions, floating, blowing
readiness skills through the aquatic environment bubbles, and fundamental
fun and confidence- through exploration and safety and aquatic skills.
building experiences, encourages them to enjoy
themselves while learning
while parents learn about
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about the water.
water safety, drowning
prevention, and the
importance of supervision.
SWIM Students learn personal 1 / WATER ACCLIMATION 2 / WATER MOVEMENT 3 / WATER STAMINA
water safety and Students develop comfort In stage 2, students focus In stage 3, students learn
BASICS achieve basic swimming with underwater exploration on body position and how to swim to safety
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competency by learning and learn to safely exit in the control, directional change, from a longer distance
two benchmark skills: event of falling into a body and forward movement in the than in previous stages in
of water in stage 1. This water while also continuing the event of falling into a
• S
wim, float, swim— stage lays the foundation to practice how to safely body of water. This stage
sequencing front glide, that allows for a student’s exit in the event of falling also introduces rhythmic
roll, back float, roll, future progress in swimming. into a body of water. breathing and integrated
front glide, and exit arm and leg action.
• Jump, push, turn, grab
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SWIM Having mastered the 4 / STROKE / STROKE
5 6 / STROKE
fundamentals, students INTRODUCTION DEVELOPMENT MECHANICS
STROKES learn additional water Students in stage 4 develop Students in stage 5 work In stage 6, students
safety skills and build stroke technique in front on stroke technique and refine stroke technique
stroke technique, crawl and back crawl and on all major competitive
learn all major competitive
developing skills that learn the breaststroke strokes, learn about
prevent chronic disease, strokes. The emphasis on
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kick and butterfly kick. competitive swimming,
increase social-emotional water safety continues
Water safety is reinforced and discover how to
and cognitive well-being, through treading water and through treading water incorporate swimming
and foster a lifetime of elementary backstroke. and sidestroke. into a healthy lifestyle.
physical activity.
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to answer any questions about the swim lessons program.STAGES
Stages of Learning Infant & Toddler
6 mos.–3 yrs.
OF LEARNING
ADULTS
Stages A–B
S W I M S TA RT E R S S W I M BA S I C S SW
Parent & child lessons Recommended skills for all to have around water Skill
EARLY CHILDHOOD
A B 1 2 3
Water Water Water Water Water S
Discovery Exploration Acclimation Movement Stamina Intr
Blow bubbles Blow bubbles Submerge Submerge Submerge Endur
on surface, mouth & nose bob independently look at object on retrieve object in any st
assisted submerged, bottom chest-deep water combin
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assisted Front glide stroke
Front tow assisted, to wall, Front glide Swim on front
chin in water, Front tow 5 ft. 10 ft. (5 ft. 15 yd. (10 yd. Front
assisted blow bubbles, preschool) preschool) rotary
assisted Water exit 15 yd.
Water exit independently Water exit Water exit
parent & child Water exit independently independently Back c
together assisted Jump, push, 15 yd.
turn, grab Jump, push, Jump, swim,
Water entry Water entry assisted turn, grab turn, swim, grab Dive
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parent & child assisted 10 yd. sitting
together Back float Back float
Back float assisted, 20 secs. (10 secs. Swim on back Restin
Back float assisted, head 10 secs., recover preschool) 15 yd. (10 yd. elemen
assisted, head on on chest independently preschool) backst
shoulder Roll 15 yd.
Roll Roll Roll
Roll assisted assisted Front float Tread
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assisted 20 secs. (10 secs. Tread water scisso
Front float Front float preschool) 1 min. & exit kick, 1
Front float blow bubbles, assisted, (30 secs.
chin in water, assisted 10 secs., recover Back glide preschool) Breas
assisted independently 10 ft. (5 ft. kick, 1
Back tow preschool) Swim, float,
Back tow assisted, head Back glide swim Butte
assisted, head on on chest assisted, at wall, Tread water 25 yd. (15 yd. kick, 1
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shoulder 5 ft. 10 secs., near preschool)
Monkey crawl wall, & exit
Wall grab assisted, on edge, Swim, float,
assisted 5 ft. swim Swim, float, swim
assisted, 10 ft. 5 yd.
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Copyright © 2016 by YMCA of the USA. All rights reserved.& Toddler Preschool School Age Teen & Adult
.–3 yrs. 3–5 yrs. 5–12 yrs. 12+ yrs.
ADULTS
s A–B Stages 1–4
Infant & Toddler Preschool Stages
School Age 1–6 Teen & Adult Stages 1–6
6 mos.–3 yrs. 3–5 yrs. 5–12 yrs. 12+ yrs.
Stages A–B Stages 1–4 Stages 1–6 Stages 1–6
S W I M S T ROSWKI MES STRO KES PATHWAYSPAT H WAYS
have around water Skills to support a healthy lifestyle Specialized tracks
Skills to support a healthy lifestyle Specialized tracks
EARLY CHILDHOOD
3 4 5 6 Competition
er Water Stroke Stroke Stroke
ment Stamina4 Introduction 5
Development 6
Mechanics Competition
e
Stroke Endurance
Submerge
Stroke
Endurance
Stroke
Endurance
a
ject on Introduction
any stroke or Development
retrieve object in any stroke or MechanicsLeadership
any stroke or
chest-deep water combination of combination of combination of
strokes, 25 yd. strokes, 50 yd. strokes, 150 yd.
e Swim on front
Endurance Front crawlEndurance Endurance
RecreationLeadership
t. 15 yd. (10 yd. Front crawl Front crawl
ct in any stroke or rotary breathing,
preschool) any stroke
bent-armor any
flip turn,stroke or
15 yd. recovery, 50 yd.
water
t combination
Water exit of combination
25 yd. of combination of
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ntly strokes, 25 yd.
independently Back crawl strokes, 50 yd. strokes,
Back crawl 150
yd.
15 yd. Back crawl pull & flip turn,
nt
sh, Jump, swim, pull, 25 yd. 50 yd.
b. Front
turn, swim,crawl
grab Dive Front crawl Front crawl
10 yd. sitting Dive Dive Recreation
t rotary breathing, bent-arm
kneeling flip turn,
standing
10 secs. 15 on
Swim yd.back recovery,
Resting stroke 50 yd.
15 yd. (10 yd. elementary Resting stroke Resting stroke
preschool) backstroke, 25 yd.sidestroke, elementary
y Back crawl 15 yd. 25 yd. Back crawl
backstroke or
Roll sidestroke,
at 15 yd. Tread waterBack crawl
Tread water pull
50 yd. & flip turn,
10 secs. Tread water pull, 25
scissor & whip yd. & whip
scissor 50 yd.
1 min. & exit kick, 1 min. kick, 2 mins. Tread water
grab Dive
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(30 secs. retrieve object
e sitting
preschool) Breaststroke Dive Breaststroke Dive
off bottom,
t. kick, 15 yd. 25 yd. tread 1 min.
Swim, float, kneeling standing
k Resting stroke
swim Butterfly Butterfly Breaststroke
ter 25 yd. (15 yd. kick, 15 yd. simultaneous arm open turn,
.
near elementary
preschool) Resting stroke
action & kick, Resting
50 yd. stroke
t backstroke, sidestroke,
15 yd. elementary
Butterfly
at, swim 15 yd. 25 yd. backstroke
25 yd. or
sidestroke,
Tread water Tread water 50 yd. YMCA Swim Lessons | V6
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scissor & whip scissor & whip
kick, 1 min. kick, 2 mins. Tread water
retrieve object
Breaststroke Breaststroke off bottom,
kick, 15 yd. 25 yd. tread 1 min.
Butterfly Butterfly Breaststroke
. kick, 15 yd. simultaneous arm open turn,
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action & kick, 50 yd.
15 yd.
Butterfly
25 yd.
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YMCA Swim Lessons | V6Stage B Yoga & Swim (12-36 months)
PARENT/CHILD LESSONS Yoga and Swim class for two year olds and their parents
or caregivers combines age appropriate gym activities with
water skills that begin to prepare children to work directly
ADULTS
with an instructor on their own.
SWIM STARTERS PARENT/CHILD
Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
Member $136
PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Community $205
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be PRESCHOOL SWIM BASICS (3-5 years)
comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills
through fun and confidence-building experiences, while Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and Member $136
the importance of supervision. Community $225
Stage A: Water Discovery (6-18 months)
Parents accompany children in stage A, which introduces Students learn personal water safety and achieve basic
infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills:
exploration and encourages them to enjoy themselves while • Swim, float, swim— sequencing front glide, roll, back
learning about the water. float, roll, front glide, and exit
SCHOOL-AGE
Stage A: Water Discovery (18-36 months) • Jump, push, turn, grab
Parents accompany children in stage A, which introduces
infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through Stage 1: Water Acclimation
exploration and encourages them to enjoy themselves while At this level, children usually begin attending classes without
learning about the water, and socialize with each other. their parents. Students develop comfort with underwater
exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling
Stage B: Water Exploration (12-36 months) into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the
In stage B, parents work with their children to explore body foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in
positions, floating, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety swimming.
and aquatic skills.
Stage 2: Water Movement
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Stage 1: Water Acclimation (3-5 years) In stage 2, students focus on body position and control,
At this level, children usually begin attending classes directional change, and forward movement in the water
without their parents. However for those who are not yet while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the
ready to do so we offer this adjustment level. Students event of falling into a body of water.
develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to
safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 3: Water Stamina
stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a
student’s future progress in swimming. longer distance than in previous stages in the event of
falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces
PARENT/CHILD YOGA & SWIM rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.
SWIM
Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
Member $168
PRESCHOOL SWIM STROKES (3-5 years)
Community $250 Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
Member $136
Stage A Yoga & Swim (6-18 months) Community $225
Yoga and swim class for one year olds and their parents
or caregivers helps toddlers learn basic skills in the gym Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional
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and gain confidence in the pool. A great opportunity to water safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills
socialize and have fun! that prevent chronic disease, increase social-emotional and
cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity.
22 PROSPECT PARK Y WINTER/SPRING 2019Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick.
ADULTS
Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary
backstroke.
YOUTH SWIM BASICS (6-12 years)
Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
PRESCHOOL GYM & SWIM (3-5 years)
Member $125
Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
Community $205
Member $168
EARLY CHILDHOOD
Community $250 Students learn personal water safety and achieve basic
swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills:
• Swim, float, swim— sequencing front glide, roll, back
Stage 1 Gym & Swim
Gym and swim class is an opportunity to practice basic float, roll, front glide, and exit
skills in the gym and adjust to the water in a group setting. • Jump, push, turn, grab
Students develop comfort with underwater exploration
and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body Stage 1: Water Acclimation
of water in stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that At this level, children usually begin attending classes without
allows for a student’s future progress in swimming. their parents. Students develop comfort with underwater
exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling
Stage 2 Gym & Swim
SCHOOL-AGE
into a body of water in stage 1. This stage lays the
Gym and swim class combines structured gym activities foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in
with an advanced beginner level swim class for this age swimming.
group. In stage 2, students focus on body position and
control, directional change, and forward movement in the Stage 2: Water Movement
water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit In stage 2, students focus on body position and control,
in the event of falling into a body of water. directional change, and forward movement in the water
while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the
Stage 3 Gym & Swim
event of falling into a body of water.
Gym and swim class that combines structured gym
activities with a swim class in which children In stage Stage 3: Water Stamina
3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a
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distance than in previous stages in the event of falling longer distance than in previous stages in the event of
into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces
breathing and integrated arm and leg action. rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.
Stage 4 Gym & Swim
Gym and swim class that where Students at this stage YOUTH SWIM STROKES (6-12 years)
develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl
Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water
safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary Member $145
backstroke. Community $235
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Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional
water safety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills
that prevent chronic disease, increase social-emotional and
cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physical activity
Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
Students in stage 4 develop stroke technique in front crawl and
back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick.
Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary
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backstroke.
Stage 5: Stroke Development
Students in stage 5 work on stroke technique and learn all
major competitive strokes. The emphasis on water safety
continues through treading water and sidestroke.
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In stage 6, students refine stroke technique on all major ADULT SWIM LESSONS
competitive strokes, learn about competitive swimming, and
discover how to incorporate swimming into a healthy lifestyle
ADULT SWIM BASICS (18+ years)
Youth Competitive Drills & Skills Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks)
The focus of this class is to build stamina and improve
mastery of the four competitive strokes: front crawl, Member $150
backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. We offer a variety Community $240
of workouts with an instructor on deck. Swim workouts
include an average of about 1,000 to 2,000 yards. Whether you are just learning to swim or an accomplished
swimmer, we have something for you.
Adult Beginner (Stage 1)
TEEN SWIM LESSONS This class is for those who have not had swimming lessons
before or who are not comfortable in the water. Basic
swimming and water safety skills are taught in a relaxed,
TEEN AQUATICS (13-17 years) fun way.
Session Lesson Fees (8 weeks) Adult Advanced Beginner (Stage 2 & 3)
Member $136 Adults are acquainted with the pool, the use of flotation
Community $225 devices, and front and back floating. By the end of this
level, they should know the front paddle stroke, side and
back paddle.
Teen Beginner (Stage 1 & 2)
This class is for teens who have not had swimming lessons Adult Intermediate (Stage 4)
before or who are not comfortable in the water. Basic Adults continue to practice and build upon basic skills,
swimming and water safety skills are taught in a relaxed, now performing more skills without the aid of a flotation
fun way. device. They are introduced to lead-up strokes to the front
and back crawl, sidestroke, breaststroke, and elementary
Teen Intermediate (Stage 3 & 4) backstroke.
Teens continue to practice and build upon basic skills,
now performing more skills without the aid of a flotation Adult Advanced (Stage 5 & 6)
device. They are introduced to lead-up strokes to the front This class works on further refining your front crawl,
and back crawl, sidestroke, breaststroke, and elementary breast stroke, backstroke, butter fly and flip turns. You will
backstroke. More synchronized swimming and wetball skills also increase your endurance.
are taught, as well as some diving skills.
Teen Advanced (Stage 5 & 6) REMINDER:
This is the initial intermediate level for students to further MEMBERS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION
refine the lead-up strokes they have learned as their skills
become more like those normally used in swimming. They INCLUDED IN MEMBERSHIP
learn more synchronized swimming, wetball, and diving ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE
skills.
PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (All Ages)
Private & Semi-Private Swim Lesson Fees
Private Member Six 30 min lessons for $310 Twelve 30 min lessons for $575
Community Six 30 min lessons for $430 Twelve 30 min lessons for $810
Semi-Private Member Six 30 min lessons for $420 Twelve 30 min lessons for $800
Community Six 30 min lessons for $590 Twelve 30 min lessons for $1,150
Improve your swimming skills with the personal attention of a YMCA certified swim instructor! Private and Semi-Private
lessons are for people of all ages who are interested in developing their water skills and safety on all levels. All lessons
are 30 minutes long and Semi-Private lessons are limited to 2 participants only. For more information, please contact
ppyaquatics@ymcanyc.org.
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