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WHAT'S NEW AT THE YMCA

DO YOU LOVE GYMNASTICS AND ENJOY TEACHING? WE HAVE A JOB FOR YOU!

The Y has an immediate opening for a part-time gymnastics instructor! It's a great opportunity to help develop the spirit, mind, and body of our kids. Click here for details. 

TREAT YOURSELF TO A SPECIAL NIGHT OUT ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13th!

We call it Kid's Night at the Y. From 6:30 - 11:00 pm, your 4-12 year old children can have a great time at the Y while you enjoy a free evening! And because it falls on the Valentine's Day weekend, we'll feature special Valentine-theme activities. The fun will include crafts, games, movies, snacks, and swimming. Kids will need a swimsuit and towel for pool activities.

Kid's Night is $20 for the first child ($30 for non-YMCA members) and $10 for each additional family member. Please register before 5 pm on Friday, Feb. 12. Stop in or call 428-YMCA for details!

THE FITNESS CHALLENGE BEGINS FEBRUARY 22nd.  ARE YOU READY?

It's gratifying. It's simple. And it's fun!  The 36/12 Fitness Challenge will help you look and feel better going into the first spring of the new decade!  And if your goal is to lose inches, the Y is offering an optional Burn the Fat contest. Sign-up begins Monday, Feb. 8.

Click here for the 36/12 Fitness Challenge rules, and click here for details on the Burn the Fat contest. 

WARM UP WITH THE WINTER'S HOTTEST COMPETITION: THE YMCA BENCH PRESS CONTEST IS COMING FEBURARY 20th!

Feeling strong? Here's your chance to prove it!  This fun competition features multiple age and weight divisions for both men and women – and everyone is welcome to enter!  Don't miss your chance to turn up the heat this winter: click here for complete details and a contest entry form!

TURN BLAH-BLAH FRIDAY EVENINGS INTO RAH-RAH FAMILY FUN!

Three Fridays a month the Y becomes a theme park of great family activities. So what are you waiting for? Plan your Friday family getaway right now . . . 

  • The second Friday of every month is Supervised Family Gym Night. The next Gym Night is March 12. A special Theme Night, The Olympics!, is scheduled for Feb.12.
  • The third Friday of the month is Family Game Night. Our wild and wacky challenges will let everyone show off their skills! The next Game Nights are Feb. 19 and Mar. 19.
  • Fourth Fridays are Family Movie Nights. It's like an indoor drive-in: bring your pillows and blankets and get ready to be entertained! Pizza and popcorn provided. The next movie nights are Jan. 22 and Feb. 26.

Gym and Game Nights are free, Movie Nights are only $2 per person, and Theme Nights are $3 per person. For more information, call 428- YMCA. Fun Nights are for Y Members only. Financial assistance is available.

Register at Challengersports.com

THE  BRITISH SOCCER CAMPS ARE COMING . . . THIS SUMMER, JUNE 21-25

The YMCA is teaming up with the largest provider of soccer camps in the United States and Canada to provide your children a terrific soccer experience! Kids ages 3 to 14 will be expertly coached by a hand-picked staff from the United Kingdom. The British make soccer special fun for everyone, teaching the right skills the right way!

Pick up a registration form at the Y or sign- up online at www.challengersports.com. Register online by May 7th and you'll receive a free British soccer jersey, T-shirt, and ball! If you register late, don't worry: all players will receive a soccer ball and T-shirt during camp.

Camp Ages Time Fee
First Kicks 3-4 9:00-10:00 am $72
Mini Soccer 4-5 10:10-11:40 am $87
Half Day 6-9 9:00 am-12:00 $112
Half Day 10-14 1:00-4:00 pm $112

FAST FACTS

Class Session Dates

Winter I    Jan. 4 – Feb. 13
Winter II    Feb. 15 – Apr. 3
Spring Apr. 12 – May 29

Member registration for Winter Session II begins Feb. 1; open registration begins Feb. 8.

Facility Hours

Sept. 27 – May 23

Monday–Friday 5:00 am–10:00 pm
Saturday 6:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday 12:30–8:00 pm

The Y will be closed Easter Sunday, April 4, and Memorial Day, May 31.

SCHEDULES & GUIDES

The 2010 Winter-Spring Program Brochure is Here!

Your guide to fitness and family fun, with complete class listings and activity schedules!

Current Schedules

YMCA HIGHLIGHTS

  • Y Rentals & Birthday Parties
    Treat your group to a special night at the Y, or let us host your child's birthday!  Click here.
  • Continuing Education at the Y
    Start learning Spanish, Sign Language, CPR, Lifeguarding, and more! For all ages. Learn more.
  • YMCA School Age Child Care!
    We offer before and after school child care for Lakeshore students from K–5th grade. Click here.
  • The Y Center for Achievement
    The Y Center offers a terrific after-school program for Benton Harbor youth ages 7 to 17!  Learn more.
  • The Building Blocks Preschool
    Our licensed preschool will help your children grow!  Click here.
  • 2009 Local Run & Walk Results
    Blossomtime Festival results.
    Venetian River Run results.