STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY

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1 DID YOU KNOW? our community campaign changes lives Did you know the YMCA is a charity? At the Y, no child or adult is turned away based on their ability to pay. We recognize that for communities to succeed, everyone has to have the chance to be healthy, confident, connected and secure. YOUR DONATION MAKES THIS POSSIBILE! Your donations go directly into helping make our programs accessible to all. Each donated dollar goes towards sending kids to summer camp, providing access to our LiveSTRONG cancer survivor program, or to providing scholarships to families for sports classes, swimming lessons, or child care. Donate today at westhartfordymca.org! PROGRAM ASSISTANCE The YMCA offers programs and services designed to benefit people of all incomes and backgrounds. The Y uses contributed funds from the COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN to ensure those unable to pay the stated fee are able to participate. If fees are a concern, please contact us STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY BRANCH INFORMATION Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 5pm Saturday-Sunday Closed Office Phone: Office Address: West Hartford YMCA 12 North Main Street West Hartford, Connecticut Website: WestHartfordYMCA.org Facebook: Facebook.com/westhartfordYMCA VOLUNTEER WITH US The West Hartford Y relies on your support to make our programs as good as possible. You can make a difference in a child s life! Volunteer opportunities: Coaches*, Parent Committee, Volunteer Committee, and Events Committee. *Coaches don t need any experience! A coaching meeting and manual will be provided prior to the session start. Volunteer applications are on our site at westhartfordymca.org to access the form: Scroll down to: What s Happening at Our Y Click Volunteer Application and download the file. For coaching volunteers, fill out the form and send it to thomas.faeth@ghymca.org THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Become a Sponsor There are so many ways to support this great charity all year long. To help support youth programming and access to camp for kids in our community, contact josue.irizarry@ghymca.org.

2 ADULT PROGRAMS OLD GUARD The Old Guard is a club of over 200 retired/semiretired men who meet every Tuesday morning for fellowship and community events. In addition to supporting the Y s Scholarship Program, the Old Guard supports other organizations, such as Food Share. Each week they meet at the Westminster Presbyterian Church for coffee and social time, then have a guest speaker to discuss topics relating to government, health, travel and the environment. In addition to their Tuesday meetings, they offer day trips. If you d like to know more, please contact Sharon Tagulaid at Sharon.tagulaid@ghymca.org or check out the website at OldGuardCT.org. DID YOU KNOW? The West Hartford Y is a Y without walls We host our programs at other facilities in the community. To find a full facility YMCA branch near you, visit. LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA A free, 12-week program for adult cancer survivors at any point in their cancer journey. The small group meets twice per week with certified trainers to work on cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, balance, flexibility and mind-body-spirit. Contact us at or thomas.faeth@ghymca.org for more information. BRANCH POLICIES REGISTER ONLINE: Set up an account at westhartfordymca.org, and make sure to remember your password. Program registration stays open online until the program starts. Some special programs, like leagues, close online early to give us time to set up rosters. If you forget your password, give us a call in the office and we can reset it for you. As always, we can register you over the phone or at our office. PROGRAM REFUND: Unless otherwise noted, classes run for 7 weeks. You pay for 6 and the 7th week is a free bonus or serves as a make-up. If the YMCA cancels a program, a credit/refund of the program fee will be issued to you. Withdrawal from programs for a full refund/credit must be submitted in writing prior to the second class. After the second class of a program, refunds/credits are only provided for medical reasons with a doctor s note. Withdrawal of membership or programs due to medical reasons: full credit/refund for the unused portion with a doctor s note required. All deposits for the purpose of 2 securing a spot in a program are non-refundable.

3 SOCCER LEAGUE (Fall I) Rookies (ages 3-4): Saturdays 10-11am Kickers (ages 5-6): Saturdays 11:15am-12:15am Join a team and learn to play! We stress fun and learning, not competition. Players are coached by parent volunteers. Each week consists of warm-ups, skills practice, and then a game. TBALL (Fall I) SPORTS OF ALL SORTS (Fall 1) Parent and me (ages 2-3): Saturdays 10-11am A parent-child class in which kids learn a new sport each week! Sports include soccer, kickball, basketball, t-ball and more. We start with a warm-up and stretching, followed by skill development and a game. VOLLEYBALL (Fall I & II) YOUTH SPORTS Fall I: September 10-October 28 Fall II: October 29-December 16 Registration opens August 6 Fee (unless otherwise stated): $85 ARCHERY (Fall I) Rookies (ages 3-4): Saturdays 11:15am-12:15pm YMCA T-ball programs teach children the basics of baseball. Players develop skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, self-confidence and a love for the game. Skill development will cover throwing, catching, batting (off a tee), base running, game rules and etiquette. Each week kids do drills, then play a game. Soccer & t-ball coaches orientation: September 13 at 6:30pm Ages 6+: Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm Have fun and learn to shoot with a certified archery instructor. Students learn proper form, technique and terminology, as well as scoring and range safety. INTRO TO FIELD HOCKEY (Fall I) Grades 3-4: Saturdays 1:30-2:30pm Grades 5-8: Saturdays 2:45-3:45pm Learn fundamentals like stick handling, ball control, positioning and more. Join an experienced instructor to develop skills and participate in scrimmages! Grades 3-6: Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm Learn skills involved in competitive volleyball, from serving and digging to passing, setting and hitting. CO-ED BASKETBALL LEAGUE (Fall II) Rookies (ages 3-4): Saturdays 9-10am Bouncers (ages 5-K): Saturdays 10-11am Dribblers (grades 1-2): Saturdays 10-11am Our league stresses fun and learning, not competition. Develop skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense. Classes consist of 30 minutes of instruction and a 30-minute game. Coaches orientation: November 1 at 6:30pm ELITE BASKETBALL CLINICS (Fall II) Ages 7-12: Saturdays 12-1pm Price: $30/player/clinic Dates & clinics: November 3: Ball handling November 10: Fundamentals of shooting November 17: Scoring November 24: All skills December 1: Skills competition Elite clinics are high-intensity, drill-based sessions that focus on bettering players skills and building 3 confidence. Sign up for one clinic, or all!

4 LEADERS CLUB (year round) Leaders Club helps develop youth as leaders while fostering a culture of service. With adult advisors, teens have role models and mentors who can have a positive impact on their lives as they grow in their desire and ability to be a positive force in the community. Ages: Schedule: Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm Location: West Hartford YMCA Offices 12 North Main Street, West Hartford Fee: $150 for the year (can join at any time) For more information about our Leaders Club, contact Thomas Faeth, Youth Development Director, at or thomas.faeth@ghymca.org. BIRTHDAY PARTIES YOUTH PROGRAMS Host your child s next party with the West Hartford YMCA! We host kids ages Parties include 60 minutes of YMCA staff-run activities and 30 minutes in the party room for cake/presents/etc. For more information on pricing and to schedule your party contact us at Theme ideas: Mad Scientist Party: Give your child the ultimate sciencethemed birthday party. We want to show kids that science is everywhere, and it's COOL! Your child will be the lab assistant to the mad scientist, and every child at your party will get to make a fun, hands-on item to take home. The mad scientist will pose for pictures with the birthday child and their guests. Arts & Crafts Party: Celebrate your child's special day and give them memories to last a lifetime. Do you have a budding artist in your life? Have an arts and crafts birthday party. Children will channel their inner artist and express their creativity by making a craft activity they can take home. Y Sports Party: Pick two sports to play with your friends! Pick from soccer, basketball, dodgeball, t-ball/ baseball, lacrosse, flag football or floor hockey! 4

5 SWIM LESSONS Swim lessons are held at the Mandell Jewish Community Center 335 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield Level A (With parent): Introduces infants & toddlers to water 6 months-3 years 3-5 years 6-12 years (30 min classes) $86 Friday: 5:30pm Saturday: 10am, 11:30am (30 min classes) $86 (40 min classes) $90 Level 1: Increases comfort underwater & teaches basic self-rescue skills Friday: 6pm, 6:50pm Saturday: 9am, 11am Saturday: 9am, 11:15am Level 2: Encourages forward movement & teaches self-rescue skills Friday: 6:30pm Saturday: 9:30am, 10:30am Friday: 6:10pm Saturday: 10:30am Level 3: Develop self-rescue skills for longer distances Friday: 7pm Friday: 5:30pm Saturday: 9:45am 5