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LOOKING FOR GREAT SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES?

We are the masters of kid stuff during Spring Break! From April 5-9, the Y has it all . . .

  • Spring Break Camp is a wonderful way to keep your K-5th grade kids active all day! Held from 7 am to 6 pm, drop-off and pick-up is at your convenience. Runs April 2 & 5-9.
  • Gymnastics Camp will keep 4-12 year olds moving using the balance beam, uneven bars, vault, floor routines and more! Held April 5-9 from 9 am to noon.
  • Splash Camp features swim lessons, safety sessions, play time and fun for 8-12 year olds! Held April 5-9 from 9 to 11 am.
  • Spring Break Swim Lessons will give your 6-12 year old concentrated experience in the water! Held April 5-9 from 10 to 11 am.

For more information on YMCA Spring Break activities, click here.

CATCH THE BUZZ: SIGN UP FOR YMCA E‑NEWS AND ALERTS!

Stay abreast of upcoming Y events the easy way: via e-mail!  Click here to sign-up.

PREPARE GIRLS FOR A LIFETIME OF SELF-RESPECT AND HEALTHY CHOICES!

The Y is a proud partner of Girls on the Run, a life-changing after-school program for girls in 3rd–5th grades. The program combines training for a 3.1 mile running event with self-esteem enhancing, uplifting workouts. Girls on the Run will inspire positive social, emotional, mental, spiritual and physical development!

The program begins March 8th and runs for 10 weeks. To find out more, visit the Berrien County Girls on the Run webpage.

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 Nights are March 12 & April 9.
  • The third Friday of the month is Family Game Night. Our wild & wacky challenges will let everyone show off their skills! The next Game Nights are March 19 & April 16.
  • Fourth Fridays are Family Movie Nights. It's like an indoor drive-in: bring your pillows & blankets and get ready to be entertained! Pizza and popcorn provided. The next movie nights are March 26 & April 23.

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 Spring Session begins March 29; open registration begins April 5.

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

  • New YMCA Job Opportunities!
    We have part-time openings for camp counselors, maintenance staff, and bus drivers. Learn more.
  • 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
    The Venetian River Run featured over 700 participants. Results.