PROGRAM GUIDE Fall 2021 - YMCA of Cape Breton
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Fall 2021
PROGRAM GUIDE
YMCA of Cape Breton
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Table of Contents
Our Mission Membership Fees 4
We are a charitable organization Individual Workout Plans 5
dedicated to the growth of all Group Fitness Programs 6
persons in spirit, mind and body 7
and to their sense of
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responsibility to each other and
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the global community.
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Frank Rudderham Family YMCA
399 Charlotte St. Sydney
(902)562-9622(YMCA) ext. 1
Hours (effective Tuesday, September 7th):
Mon- Fri 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat-Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Membertou Wellness Centre
95 Maillard St. Membertou
(902)270-9622 (YMCA)
Hours (effective Tuesday, September 7th):
Mon-Fri 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat-Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Healthy People
for Healthy
Communities
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Mark your calendar! Here’s what you need to know!
• No locked-in contract or cancellation fees
FALL REGISTRATION: • Ability to put your membership on hold for up to
12 weeks at no charge
In Person & Online NOW OPEN!
Fall Term: Week of September 13th to • A complimentary fitness consultation to get you
Week of December 13th, 2021 started and expert staff to help you achieve
your fitness goals
• Access to YThrive and Y@Home+. Ask your
No Programs: membership services staff for more info
October 11, 2021 (Thanksgiving)
November 11, 2021 (Remembrance Day) • Unlimited adult fitness and aquatics classes
• Open gym time and recreational sports
including: Basketball, Pickleball, Badminton,
Register Online! Squash and Table Tennis (book your court up
to 24hrs in advance)
To view your account, make payments, update • Open Swims and Lane Swims
your personal and payment information, register
for activities & more, go to https://ca.apm. • Day use lockers
activecommunities.com/ymcacapebreton/ • Guest privileges at all Canadian YMCAs
Home • Childminding and lots of family options!
• Access to two facilities
First time logging in?
• Weekly registered swim lessons
Please do not create a new account as your
information may be on file with us. How to Join the Y:
• Click the Sign In/Up button and select “forgot • Come in for a tour!
login name”. • Select a membership type that fits your needs
• Enter your email to obtain your login • Choose a payment plan that works for you
information.
General Policies:
• To create/reset your password, select “forgot
password”. • Lockers are for day-use only and locks can be
• If you need assistance, please contact our purchased at our Membership Desk.
Membership Desk: (902)562-9622 ext. 1. • The YMCA is a scent-free environment.
• A YMCA membership is a privilege. Please
respect policies, members, and property at all
times.
• A valid government-issued photo I.D. is
required for non-members 18 and over.
• Visit our Membership Desk for complete details
or check out our Membership Handbook on
line: http://capebreton.ymca. ca/Join-the-
YMCA/Membership-Handbook
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Membership Fees
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Individual Workout Plans
Consultation
During your FREE consultation with one of our qualified
Wellness Centre Fitness Staff, you will discuss your
fitness goals and expectations. If you are looking for the
basics, the coach will introduce you to some of our
cardio and strength pieces, show you how to use the
equipment safely and effectively, as well as explain and
answer any questions you may have about gym
etiquette.
YThrive
This FREE program, for all Y Members, is an easy way
to get fit and healthy at no extra cost to you. YThrive
lends the support needed to get started, quick results to
stay motivated and flexibility to get it done solo. YThrive
provides exceptional workouts via download onto your
device or paper copy options. YThrive offers programs
for youth and beginners, as well as those with fitness
experience. You and your coach will decide if this
program is right for you, help you get started and follow
up on your progress. As a valued Y Member, you will
receive a FREE program update in 30 days and a brand
new program every 90 days.
Personal Training
Investing in a Personal Trainer is a great option if you
have specific personal or sports training goals, have
mobility limitations, injuries or just need someone to
keep you accountable. The Trainer will work with you
one-on-one, develop an exercise program specifically
for your needs, encourage you and help you set and
reach your goals.
Personal Training Packages and Rates available at
our Membership Services Desk.
To book your FREE Wellness Centre appointment or
your YThrive appointment:
Call: (902) 562-9622 ext. 1
Book online: ymcaofcapebreton.punchpass.com
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Group Fitness Programs Register up to 24 hours
in advance!
ADULT TAEKWONDO CARDIO CORE HIIT
Taekwondo is a fantastic way to keep An intense blend of cardio and weight A high-intensity interval training class
active, improve your flexibility and meet training intervals that’s sure to push with various training techniques,
incredible new people! Learn one of your fitness level to the max. If you want allowing you to give one hundred
the oldest martial arts in a fun, friendly a challenge, this is the class for you! percent effort, through quick, intense
environment with knowledgeable and bursts of exercise, followed by short
experienced instructors who are ready 30/30 recovery periods.
to guide you along the way. Build You can expect 30 mins of intense
strength, confidence and improve your cardio and 30 mins of strength LINE DANCING
focus as you learn the art of Taekwondo, conditioning. This class will push your Exercise your body & mind by dancing
both as a sport and self defense. body to the max. When you finish you to lively, upbeat music. Grab some
will feel the burn! friends for an hour of fun and do the
AQUAFIT Boot Scootin Boogie!
A class for all fitness levels! The high CYCLE FIT
resistence of water and available Fifty minutes of spinning through every LIVING FIT
equipment offers an excellent, full body type of terrain, improving your cardio If you are a beginner to intermediate
workout while minimizing impact on and lower body strength. fitness enthusiast, this class offers
joints. The shallow end is available for low-impact cardio moves, and
non-swimmers. FIRE UP strengthening. Bring a friend or meet a
Fire Up will get your metabolism revved new one!
AQUA RECOVERY up with a fast paced total body workout
*registered program featuring a combination of cardio, PILATES
Physical conditioning in our pool. Ideal weights and core moves. The 40 minute Pilates involves a series of classical
for people with joint issues. We place class will have timed intervals with a Pilates exercises performed on a mat
emphasis on stretching and muscle rest when you need to philosophy. without equipment. Each exercise
toning to improve and retain range of Suitable for all fitness levels. Come get emphasizes breath, core conditioning,
motion. fired up! and body awareness. Instructors will pay
special attention to alignment and form.
AQUA STRETCH GROUP ACTIVE Whether you’re a beginner or expert
A gentle exercise class in our pool. It Incorporates all elements of fitness, practitioner, this mat workout will
uses basic exercises, principles and increases cardio endurance, builds your strengthen the core, tone the hips and
movements and adapts them to a strength and improves your balance and thighs, and flatten the abs.*Yoga mat
shallow water environment. With the flexibility. and large foam roller and 2 yoga
release of gravity, the body is able to find blocks are required*
the best stretch that mat yoga may GROUP BLAST
restrict. Any person of any fitness level Sixty minutes of athletic cardio training RIPPED
can improve their wellness through aqua that uses a step in a wide variety of If you are looking for an intense
stretch. ways. This highly effective workout will resistance work out, this is the class for
get your heart pounding as you improve you. High reps, light weights and watch
AQUA THERAPY your cardio fitness, agility, coordination, as your muscles become lean & toned.
power and strength with Let’s get ripped!
*registered program
exciting music and motivational
Aquatic therapy is a water exercise
program that consists of a variety of
coaching. STRONG NATION
Combines body weight, muscle
exercises that are done in the pool and
are designed to provide relief for several GROUP POWER conditioning, cardio and plyometric
A barbell based program that will help training moves, synced to original
health issues including lower back pain
strengthen all your major muscles in an music specifically designed to match
and neck pain. Water therapy exercise is
especially helpful in cases where a land- inspiring, motivating group environment. every single move.
based exercise program is not possible
due to the intensity of pain, decreased GROUP RIDE YOGA
bone density, or disability. Encourages you to roll over hills, We offer a variety of yoga classes to
chase the pack , climb mountains and suit all ages and stages. The classes we
spin your way to burning calories and offer are Beginner Yoga, Hatha Yoga,
strengthening your lower body. Chair Yoga, Flow Yoga and Gentle
Yoga. Please bring a mat!
Aquatics Online Registration: ymcaofcapebretonaquatics.punchpass.com
Group Fitness Online Registration: ymcacapebreton.punchpass.com
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Early Years
(6 Months – 5 Years)
Week of September 13th - Week of December 13th Active Play time (1-5 years old/5-12
years old):
Li’l Dippers Program The program provides age appropriate sports
Parents & Me equipment, toys and our always popular Bounce House!
The second level of our YMCA Swim program, Staff will provide fun and games, as well as help
Parent & me, is for children 18 months - 3 years old. monitor children. Parents/Guardians are required to
We work with you to introduce your child to new remain in the program.
movements in the water, including holding the wall,
kicking feet, and blowing bubbles. Parents get in on Childminding (Ages 6 months-5 years):
the fun by participating with their children. In childminding, Y staff will watch your child while you
remain in the building for a workout or otherwise
BOBBERS accessing our facilities. Our child minding room is fun,
The third level of our YMCA Li’l Dipper program, clean and bright! Filled with age appropriate toys,
Bobbers, is for children 3-5 years old who are new books, and equipment with small children in mind, your
to swimming. Children are encouraged to attend child is sure to have fun while you get a workout.
without a parent. In Bobbers, we’ll continue to Register up to 24hrs in
introduce fun activities in the water to activate the advance:ymcacapebreton.punchpass.com
movements that will eventually lead to swimming.
By the end, your child will be comfortable having PlayPals (Swim & Gym) 6mo - 5yrs.
their face in the water, and will have learned basic Our bi-weekly swim and gym program is one of our most
movements while being supported. We introduce popular! Play Pals (Swim) is a great way to introduce
floating and gliding, and continue to practice other babies 3 months -5 years old to the water. Parents get in
movements. Through structured activities and play, on the fun by participating with their children. At this early
children will also become comfortable submerging stage, children are still learning a lot about their
environment. The goal of Play Pals(Swim) is to make
themselves under water.
children and parents comfortable in the water together and
(of course) to learn to splash with arms and legs! After
your swim head on over to the gym for Play Pals(Gym) a
free play with age appropriate toys, ride on cars and a
whole lot of fun! Staff are present in the gym to start off
with a story or a song, a game, and to engage the little
ones in play. This program requires a parent or guardian to
swim alongside the child (1 adult per 2 children), as well as
keep an eye on them in the gymnasium.
Register up to 24 hours in advance:
ymcaofcapebretonaquatics.punchpass.com
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STRONG
SWIMMERS
SAFE KIDS
PROGRAM DAY TIME PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
Childminding Monday 9:00am-11:00am Yes
5:00pm-7:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am-10:00am
Wednesday 9:00am-11:00am
Thursday 8:30am-10:00am
Friday 9:00am-11:00am
L’il Dippers Program Monday, Tuesday, Various Times Please email:
Wednesday, Thursday julie.mackinnon@cb.ymca.ca
and Saturdays
Active Playtime Ages:1-5yrs Saturday 10:30am - 11:30am Yes
Active Playtime Ages: Saturday 11:30am - 12:30pm Yes
5-12yrs
PlayPals (6mo-5yrs) Swim Tuesday & Thursday 10:00am-10:45am Yes
PlayPlays (6mo-5yrs) Gym Tuesday & Thursday 10:30am-11:30am
REGISTER ONLINE: ymcacapebreton.punchpass.com
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Ages 6-12 Years
Learn to Swim Programs Swim Lesson Notes:
OTTER • Must have an active Y membership to
Introductory Level for beginner swimmers aged register for swim lessons
6-12 years old. Otter will teach your child the basics • Email Julie MacKinnon, Aquatics Manager to
of pool safety, going underwater, and gliding on register: julie.mackinnon@cb.ymca.ca
their front and back. The first of four levels in our • No lessons October 11 and November 11.
national YMCA Learn to Swim program, Otter
teaches your child how to stay safe in the water • Not sure of your child’s swimming level?
Swim assessments are available by
and to develop their swimming skills. During these contacting: julie.mackinnon@cb.ymca.ca
classes, your child will also select from an optional
list of skills to learn during the session.
SEAL Child Protection Policy
Seal is for children 6-12 years old who have Children 6 months - 12 years:
completed Otter or who have equivalent skills.
In this level they will further develop the skills of • Children 12 years and under must be
accompanied by an adult (16+ yrs).
gliding, kicking, and submerging.
• The adult must stay in the YMCA building for
DOLPHIN the duration of the class.
Dolphin is for children 6-12 years old who have • Adults accompanying children 10 years and
completed Seal or who demonstrate an equivalent under must remain on the pool deck for the
skill set. Your child will be introduced to swimming duration of the class.
on their front, back, and underwater.
SWIMMER
Swimmer is for children 6-12 years old who have
completed Dolphin or have equivalent skills. In this
class, kids will learn front and back crawl, and how
to tread water. The last level in our national YMCA
Learn to Swim program. Children at this level will
have achieved a solid foundation of swimming
skills and be able to front swim for a distance of 25
metres.
STAR PROGRAM
Swimming lessons for children 6 – 12 years old
who have mastered basic swimming skills, the
YMCA Star program is a series of swimming
lessons focused on technique, stroke development
and endurance. During the Star Program, your
child will have the opportunity to meet new
people and explore other facets of aquatics, like
competetive swimming, water sports and aquafit
classes.
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More!!!
ACTIVE Y (AGES 5-12 YEARS OLD):
Our new and improved Active Y program will
focus on building the frameworks of physical
literacy, with a monthly focus on different skills
and drills. Your child will get to try out tennis,
basketball, soccer, floor hockey and more!
CREATIVE Y (AGES 5-12 YEARS OLD):
Our Creative Y program will have your children
expressing themselves in all kinds of different
ways. Each week will have a different focus but LEARN TO PLAY SQUASH (AGES 10 AND
you can expect your child to come home sharing UP!):
their artwork, paintings and crafts to proudly Participation in our learn to play program can give
display at home, or perhaps they’ll show off their your child the confidence, drive, enjoyment, and
new musical talent, dance skills or the science fitness they’ll need for the rest of their lives.
project they worked on at Creative Y! Our caring *Goggles required for youth, available at the front desk
and talented staff have lots of their own special
skills to share and we expect your budding *NEW- PARENTS NIGHT OUT PIZZA AND
artists, scientists and entrepreneurs will bring MOVIE NIGHT (AGES 5-12 YEARS OLD):
their own ideas to the table as well! We look This program is fun for kids AND their grownups!
forward to creating with you! Leave the kids with us where they’ll have pizza,
popcorn and water while watching a family
*NEW-MINI CHEFS (AGES 5-12 YEARS OLD): friendly movie while you get two hours to yourself.
Each week our Mini Chefs will focus on one new They are welcome to come in their pjs, and can
ingredient, learning where it comes from, how to bring a pillow and blanket if they like. $5 fee per
prepare it, and they will use it in a new dish! child.
REGISTER ONLINE: ymcacapebreton.punchpass.com
PROGRAM DAY TIME PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
Active Y Thursday 5:00pm-7:00pm Yes
Creative Y Tuesday 5:00pm-7:00pm Yes
Mini Chefs Monday 5:00pm-6:15pm Yes
6:30pm-7:45pm
Learn To Play Squash Thursday 4:30pm-5:30pm Yes
(ages 10-14)
5:30pm-6:30pm
(ages 15 and up)
Parents Night Out Friday 6:30pm-8:30pm Yes
Pizza and Movie Night
REGISTER ONLINE: ymcacapebreton.punchpass.com
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BRONZE STAR WITH BASIC FIRST AID
Candidates develop swimming proficiency,
lifesaving skills and personal fitness.
Candidates learn CPR and self-rescue skills
needed to become their own lifesaver. Pre-
requisites: None.
BRONZE MEDALLION WITH EMERGENCY
FIRST AID
Judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness - the
four components of water rescue - form the
basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates
acquire the assessment and problem-solving
skills needed to make good decisions in,
on and around the water. Pre-requisites:
Completed Bronze Star or 13 years old by
the exam date.
BRONZE CROSS
Begins the transition from lifesaving to
lifeguarding and prepares candidates for
responsibilities as assistant lifeguards.
Candidates strengthen and expand
their lifesaving skills and begin to apply
the principles and techniques of active
surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross
emphasizes the importance of teamwork and
communication in preventing and responding
to aquatic emergencies. Pre-requisites:
Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid
certifications.
NATIONAL LIFEGUARD POOL WITH
WORKPLACE STANDARD
FIRST AID & CPR - C
This course provides candidates with an
understanding of the principles and
practices on which the National Lifeguard
Program is based and explores approaches
and techniques appropriate for National
Lifeguard Candidates. Pre-requisite: Bronze
Cross & 15 years old by the exam date.
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One-on-one classes which allow for CENTER VOLUNTEER!
an individualized swimming experience.
Swimmers can focus on specific skills or work INFORMATION DAY COMING SOON! Stay
toward completing their swimming levels. For tuned for more information!
ages 3+ years. Fees apply.
COMING SOON!
SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS INTRO to WATER POLO
Two-on-one classes for swimmers similar in
age and swimming ability. These classes are Water polo is a competitive team sport played
great for parents who would like their children, in water between two teams of 7 players each.
or their child and their friend, to be in the same The game consists of four quarters in which the
class. For ages 3+ years. Fees apply. two teams attempt to score goals by throwing the
ball into the opposing team’s goal. The team with
To learn more email: the most goals at the end of the game wins the
julie.mackinnon@cb.ymca.ca match. Stay tuned for more informaton!
ADULT LEARN TO SWIM! High School Credits!
Tuesday and Thursdays 7:00pm
Interested in joining our Aquatics Team and
*Pre-registration required. Available online or
receive High School credits at the same time?To
in person: https://ca.apm.activecommunities.
learn more email: julie.mackinnon@cb.ymca.ca
com/ymcacapebreton/Home
VOLUNTEER
TODAY!
REGISTER ONLINE: CAPEBRETON.YMCA.CA
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PROGRAM DAY TIME PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
Adult Pick Up Basketball Tuesday 6:45pm-8:45pm Yes
Thursday 7:00pm-8:45pm
*NEW Noon Hoops Friday 12:00pm-1:15pm Yes
Sunday 2:35pm-3:45pm
Badminton Various Times Book court during open gym Yes
Basketball Various Times Book court during open gym Yes
Learn To Play Squash Thursday 5:30pm-6:30pm Yes
Pickleball Tuesday & Thursday 1:05pm-2:25pm Yes
Friday 1:15-2:15pm Yes
Sunday 11:15pm-12:45pm Yes
Squash Monday - Friday 5:00am-8:45pm Yes
Saturday-Sunday 8:00am-4:45pm Yes
TableTennis Various Times Book court during open gym Yes
REGISTER ONLINE: ymcacapebreton.punchpass.com
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SEPTEMBER 24TH-26TH
SQUASH TOURNAMENT
• All levels welcomed!
• $40 per person
• Prizes for each division
For more information email:
Belinda: siosan.belinda@gmail.com
OCTOBER 2ND
RIDE FOR THE Y!
The YMCA of Cape Breton will host its 1st annual charity
fundraising outdoor event, “Ride For the Y,” on Saturday, October
2, 2021. This exciting half-day fundraising event will provide over
200 spinners of all levels a one-of-a-kind experience. YMCA Cycle
Fit gets your legs pumping with a high-powered indoor bike class
set to energetic music by DJ Majestic! A YMCA Cycle Instructor
will take you through a stimulating aerobic and anaerobic workout,
simulating hills and valleys or timed athletic drills in the outdoor
stationary cycling class. You determine the workout’s intensity
by adjusting your own bike, making this a suitable workout for
beginners to advanced. Book your spot today! For more
information contact: debbie.macleod@cb.ymca.ca
OCTOBER 17TH
MOSSA SHOWCASE, MOVE YOUNGER, LONGER
Our goal is simple. We need to get people moving,
moving beyond the limited movement of home and work.
Even beyond the movement of steps. With MOSSA Workouts,
regardless of age or condition, you’ll become a better mover,
be more resilient, and feel better in your body. If you are just
starting your movement journey or are an athlete pushing your
performance, we will help you get muscle and movement strong,
so you can move younger, longer. Come watch or better yet
participate in one or all of our MOSSA Programs including,
Group Active, Group Blast, Group Power and Group Ride.
To learn more contact: Tanya Horne, Group Fitness Coordinator,
tanya.horne@cb.ymca.ca
More information coming soon!
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