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FOR EVERYONE
Merrimack Valley YMCA
2014 Late Fall Pocket Program Guide
October 27 - December 21 • 8 week session
WELCOME TO THE
MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA
Impact Statement
Our engaged and diverse community is reaching its full potential through
vibrant, confident, and connected community members taking responsibility
for health, safety, and well being.
Strategic Advantage
We are a diverse, inclusive and dependable organization that strengthens
community. As a member of a national federation of YMCA’s we have a long
history of adapting to changing needs, providing stability, and living our core
values.
Core Values
The Merrimack Valley YMCA welcomes all people regardless of age, race,
gender, religious affiliation, or socioeconomic background. The organization
identifies and responds to community needs in areas including recreation,
aquatics based programming, housing for the homeless and near homeless
population, child care, outdoor and camping opportunities, arts and humanities
programming, teen development, community development, and community
health and wellness.
Access/Membership Restrictions Policy
The protection of members and guests who are participating in programs or
are using YMCA facilities is of paramount concern to the staff of the Merrimack
Valley YMCA. Therefore, we reserve the right to deny access or membership to
any person who:
• is a registered sexual offender.
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of any crime involving sexual abuse;
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of any crime against persons such as
child, spousal, or parental abuse.
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of any offense relating to the sale or
transportation of illegal narcotic, habit forming, or dangerous drugs.
• is clearly under the influence of intoxicating beverages or behavior
modifying drugs.
• has pled guilty to or been convicted of a violent crime.
• engages in conduct that violates our code of conduct or YMCA values.
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LATE FALL 2014
Our Branches
SESSION DATES
Late Fall Session (8 weeks)
October 27 - December 21, 2014
REGISTRATION DATES
Andover/North Andover YMCA
165 Haverhill Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-685-3541
Family Membership: October 5
Individual Membership: October 12
Community: October 19
Hours:
Monday - Thursday
Friday Saturday Sunday
HOLIDAYS/CLOSURES
Monday, October 13
Columbus Day - Open
Thursday, November 27
Thanksgiving Day - Closed
Wednesday, December 24
Christmas Eve - Open until 1:00pm
Thursday, December 25
Christmas Day - Closed
STAY CONNECTED
Find us on:
www.facebook.com/mvymca
FALL HOURS BEGIN
SEPTEMBER 8TH
5AM - 10PM
5AM - 9PM
6AM - 8PM
6AM - 8PM
Lawrence YMCA
40 Lawrence Street
Lawrence, MA 01840
978-686-6191
Hours:
Monday - Friday
Saturday Sunday
5AM - 10PM
5AM - 9PM
7AM - 3PM
Methuen YMCA
129 Haverhill Street
Methuen, MA 01844
978-683-5266
Hours:
Monday - Thursday
Friday
Saturday & Sunday
7AM - 7PM
7AM - 6PM
CLOSED
twitter.com/MVYMCA
Register for programs online at mvymca.org or
in person at the Welcome Center.
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MEMEBERSHIP BENEFITS & RATES
Membership Rates
Merrimack Valley YMCA
Lawrence YMCA
Methuen YMCA
$100.00/month
$62.00/month
__________
$80.00/month
$50.00/month
$155.00/3 month
$30.00/month
$68.00/month
$35.00/month
$115.00/3 month
$25.00/month
$73.00/month
$45.00/month
__________
$26.00/month
$18.00/month
$55.00/3 month
$15.00/month
$55.00/month
$29.00/month
$95.00/3 month
$20.00/month
$26.00/month
$22.00/month
$75.00/3 month
$15.00/month
$25.00/month
$90.00/year
$75.00/year
$14.50/month
$70.00/year
$75.00/year
$12.00/month
$70.00/year
$75.00/year
(Allows access to all three Branches ) ( Access to Lawrence Y only ) ( Access to Methuen Y only )
Household
Max. of 4 adults in same
household & dependents
Family 2
2 Adults & dependents
living in the same household
Family 1
1 Adult & dependents
living in the same household
Couples
2 adults in same household &
no dependents
Senior Citizen
65 Years and Over
Adult
30-64 Years
Young Adult
19-29 Years
Teen
13-18 Years
Youth
6-12 Years
Preschool
6 Months-5 Years
Merrimack Valley YMCA Memberships
Merrimack Valley YMCA membership provides full access to the Y Group Exercise Programs,
Wellness Center (Age 9-12 with parent, 13+ can use alone) Ages 9-12+ must have fitness
orientation with adult/parent. Also, adult 18+ must be alongside minor while working out at
all times. Weight Room (13+). Ages 13-17 must have weight room orientation in order to
use room. Membership also includes guest privileges, free Child Watch (family membership
only), reduced rates on classes and use of the Lawrence and Methuen Y’s.
Merrimack Valley YMCA Preschool Membership allows children ages six months to five years
to receive discounted class rates, guest privileges and use of Lawrence and Methuen Y’s.
My Y is Every Y
Your current Merrimack Valley YMCA association membership can be used at any YMCA in
New England. We are committed to helping you stay healthy by making sure there is a Y
wherever you are. Some restrictions apply. Not applicable to Lawrence and Methuen only
memberships.
YMCA Code of Conduct
At the Merrimack Valley YMCA, we expect members, staff and guests to behave in accordance
with our mission and values, respecting the rights and dignity of others.
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A BRIGHTER TOMORROW
STARTS TODAY
YMCA Child Care
Full-Day & Afterschool Available
Providing quality and affordable toddler,
preschool and afterschool childcare.
Now currently enrolling - Ages 15 months - 12 years
Child
Hours a Care
s early
• Nationally accredited by NAEYC
as
7:00am
& as
as 6:30 late
p
m
Check w
.
ith
branch your local
for tim
es.
• Provider of prestigious “Early Reading First” program
• Vouchers accepted and financial assistance available
• FREE YMCA membership for children enrolled in the child care program
Andover/North Andover YMCA - 978-685-3541
Lawrence YMCA - 978-686-6190 • Methuen YMCA - 978-683-5266
Faith Lutheran Church - 978-685-3541 • Harry Lee Cole School - 978-685-3541
Limited transportation
available, check with
your local branch for
more information.
Register
Now!
www.mvymca.org
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IGNITING POTENTIAL
BUILDING CHARACTER
Teen Programs
Youth in Government
(Grades 9-12)
Choose the branch of the Massachusetts Youth in Government program that
best fits your interest: defend your bill in an effort to make it into a law in the
Legislative Branch, participate in a mock trial in the Judicial Branch, write a
newspaper article or conduct a video interview in the Press Corps or lobby to
get your favorite bills passed into law in the Lobbyist Branch.
Email Jim Holmes at [email protected] for more information.
Thursday 6:30PM & Some Weekends
Teen Achievers
Adelante
(12 - 19 Years)
(Grades 7 - 8)
Member $FREE Individual $FREE
Community $FREE
FEE: Member 7th Graders FREE
8th Graders $10/week
Teen Leadership Program. Application
process required. Must meet
commitments throughout the year.
Community 7th Graders FREE
8th Graders $10/week
SEPTEMBER - JUNE
3:30 - 8:00PM
SEPTEMBER - MAY
T 4:00 - 6:00PM
W 4:00 - 5:00PM
TH 4:00 - 6:00PM
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High School Prep Program.
JOIN US
WE’RE MAKING
A DIFFERENCE
YMCA Education & Training Programs
Stewards of Children (16+ Years)
Member $FREE Individual $FREE Community $10
Stewards of Children is a two-and-a-half hour workshop designed to educate adults on how to prevent,
recognize and react responsibly to the reality of child sexual abuse. Training dates & times vary. Classes
can also be brought to locations in the community.
Contact Anne Whalen at 978-683-5266 or at [email protected] for more details.
CPR/AED & First Aid Training (14 + Years)
CPR/AED: Member $60 Individual $60 Community $90
CPR/AED & FA: Member $80 Individual $80 Community $110
We offer certification for CPR/AED and First Aid for the community. Classes can also be brought to
locations in the community.
Please contact Cara Green at 978-685-3541ext 123 or at [email protected].
YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program
(18 + Years)
What can you accomplish in one year? You can make a
change for life and improve your health! The YMCA’s
Diabetes Prevention Program is a community – based
lifestyle improvement program for adults with
pre-diabetes. Its purpose is to empower adults
with lasting lifestyle changes that will improve
their overall health and reduce their chances
of developing type 2 diabetes. To see if you
qualify or for information about program
fees and financial assistance contact:
Cara Green
978-685-3541 ext 123
or [email protected]
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Hurricanes SWIMMING &
ANA synchro
ANA Synchro (Synchronized Swim Team 6-19 Years)
Join New England’s top synchronized swimming team! ANA Synchro is the competitive
synchronized swimming team of the Merrimack Valley YMCA. The team embraces the Y core
values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility to provide a positive and characterbuilding youth sports experience. The team is open to girls ages 6 to 19, while offering
multiple levels of instruction and competition.
Synchronized swimming combines music, dance and swimming into “the ultimate team sport”.
Through the artistry and athletics of synchronized swimming and team competition, girls build
lifelong friendships and skills while developing the confidence to dream big and pursue their
goals.
The season begins in September and concludes in June.
The team competes locally in New England and travels
to regional, zone, and national championship meets.
Highlights of the season include our annual show
enjoyed by family and friends, and our team banquet.
Next season begins Fall 2014.
SEPTEMBER - JUNE
For more information contact
Head Coach & Director of ANA Synchro,
Leah Pinette at 978-685-3541 ext 142
or at [email protected].
Hurricane Swimming
(6-18 Years)
Hurricane Swimming is a USA and YMCA age group swim club. We compete in local, regional
and National level meets. We offer novice, intermediate and senior level training groups where
we emphasize stroke technique, goal setting and personal growth through swimming. Parent
volunteerism is required at all meets.
Many of our swimmers participate year-round, but we do offer opportunities for seasonal
swimming. Our Short Course season begins in early September and continues through MidMarch. Our Long Course season begins in April and continues through early-August.
Tryouts are scheduled for September 2nd and 4th from 5-7 pm at the Lawrence YMCA.
Swimmers ages 9-18 who have working knowledge
of the four competitive strokes and diving are
welcome to try out. Swimmers 6-8 years old
must be proficient in freestyle, backstroke and
diving in order to try out.
For more information please contact
Head Coach and Director of Hurricane Swimming,
Dan Reilly at (978) 685-3541 ext. 129 or
[email protected]. For tryout and additional
information, please visit our team website:
www.anahurricanes.org.
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Making Memories that
Last a Lifetime
YMCA SUMMER CAMPS
Registra
September th tion Dates:
8 - Septe
mber 30th
for returnin
g campers
October 1 st
for new ca
mpers
• Camp Lawrence for Boys & Camp Nokomis for Girls
For more than 100 years, our resident camps, located on Winnipesaukee’s Bear Island, have
been providing an enriching, fun, and safe experience for youth from 8 to 16 year old. The girls
and boys choose their own schedules from a wide range of athletic, creative, and instructional
activities.
• Day Camp Otter
Day Camp Otter, located on Captain’s Pond in Salem NH, is a scenic, daytime get-away for
boys and girls, ages 6 to 13. Along with the weekly themes, Otter days are filled with all-camp
activities and includes daily transportation throughout the Merrimack Valley and Southern
New Hampshire.
• Road Rangers Travel Day Camp
Our travel camps create opportunities for campers ages 10 to 14, to get involved in a
particular activity that is of interest to them. Each of the weeks will involve
themed-day trips that are fun, challenging,
and adventure-filled learning experiences.
• Family Camp
Family Camp is the perfect blend of
organized, structured activities and
time to do whatever it is you want.
Throughout the day you can decide
if you want to go fishing, hiking,
sailing, swimming, waterskiing, do
arts and crafts, conquer the ropes
course, and more.
For more information about
the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s
summer camps call us at 978-975-1330,
email us at [email protected], or
visit our website
at http://camp.mvymca.org.
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Diabetes Prevention:
Big Rewards, Small Steps
The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program is a community-based lifestyle
improvement program for adults with pre-diabetes. Its purpose is to
empower adults with lasting lifestyle changes that will improve their
overall health and reduce their chance of developing Type II diabetes.
Currently, diabetes affects nearly 26 million people. Another 79 million
have pre-diabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes.
Research by the National Institute of Health has shown that programs
like the YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program reduce the number of new
cases of diabetes by 58% overall and 71% in individuals over age 60.
For more informations please visit
www.mvymca.org/YDPP or contact
Cara Green
Health & Wellness Director
Andover/North Andover YMCA
165 Haverhill Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-685-3541 ext. 123
[email protected]
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Andover/
north Andover
YMCA
Table of Contents
aquatics.............................................13-16
• Swim Lessons
• Swim Teams
• Life Guard Training
• Adult Swim & Water Exercise
ARTS......................................................16-17
• Arts & Crafts Programs
• Cooking Programs
• Slimy Science
• Sewing Program
gymnastics.................................................17
Health & wellness.................................18-20
• Karate
• Youth & Teen Training
• Group Exercise Classes
• Jump Rope Club
• Training & Fitness Programs
personal training.....................................21
special interest..........................................21
• Play Groups
• Parents Night Outs
sports......................................................22
• Basketball
• Tennis
• Soccer
• Sports Starter & Medley Programs
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All family and household memberships are eligible to register
for up to two free programs per child! Choose from an
expanded list of specially marked programs within the
following categories at the Andover/North Andover YMCA only:
ARTS
SPECIAL
INTEREST
GYMNASTICS
Sports
In addition to all of these great free programs, all members,
regardless of their home branch, can take advantage of
exclusive member pricing for fee-based programs (e.g. swim
lessons and YBL) at any one of the three branches...anytime.
Members are guaranteed the best prices...always.
For more information please contact the Welcome Center at
978-685-3541.
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Aquatics
Parent/child lessons (6 months - 5 Years)
Preschool Lessons (3-6 Years)
Family $70
Family $75
Individual $110
Community $175 (1 Day/Week)
Individual $110
Community $170
Shrimp (6-12 Months)
Parent/child class for ages 6-12 months.
DAYS
TIMES
M
9:00 - 9:30AM
W
6:00 - 6:30PM
SAT
8:00 - 8:30AM
Kipper (1-2 Years)
Parent/child class for ages 1-2.
DAYS
TIMES
TH
6:00 - 6:30PM
F
10:55 - 11:25AM
SAT
12:05 - 12:35PM
Inia (2-3 Years)
Parent/child class for ages 2-3.
DAYS
TIMES
M
9:35 - 10:05AM
M
10:10 - 10:40AM
SAT
9:10 - 9:40AM
Perch (3-5 Years)
Parent/child class for ages 3-5.
DAYS
TIMES
W
6:35 - 7:05PM
TH
6:35 - 7:05PM
SAT
8:35 - 9:05AM
SAT
12:40 - 1:10PM
Private Swim Lessons (Ages 3+)
Family $128
Individual $156
Community $205
Individualized swim instruction. Please contact
the Aquatics Director for more details at
978-685-3541 ext. 120.
Family $109
Individual $155
Community $230 (2 Days/Week)
Family $205
Individual $255
Community $380 (3 Days/Week)
Progressive swim instruction without parents.
DAYS
TIMES
M
10:00 - 10:30AM
M
10:35 - 11:05AM
M
1:00 - 1:30PM
M
3:45 - 4:15PM
M
4:20 - 4:50PM
M
6:00 - 6:30PM
M
6:35 - 7:05PM
T
9:45 - 10:15AM
T
10:20 - 10:50AM
T
10:55 - 11:25AM
T
3:45 - 4:15PM
T
4:20 - 4:50PM
T
6:00 - 6:30PM
T
6:35 - 7:05PM
W
1:00 - 1:30PM
W
3:45 - 4:15PM
W
4:20 - 4:50PM
TH
1:00 - 1:30PM
TH
3:45 - 4:15PM
TH
4:20 - 4:50PM
F
9:45 - 10:15AM
F
10:20 - 10:50AM
F
1:00 - 1:30PM
F
3:45 - 4:15PM
F
4:20 - 4:50PM
SAT
9:45 - 10:15AM
SAT
10:20 - 10:50AM
SAT
10:55 - 11:25AM
SAT
11:30 - 12:00PM
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Aquatics
Youth Lessons (6-13 Years)
ANA Synchro
Family $80
Individual $115
Community $180 (1 Day/Week)
(Synchronized Swim Team 6-19 Years)
Family $115
Individual $165
Community $235 (2 Days/Week)
Family $210
Individual $260
Community $385 (3 Days/Week)
Progressive Swim Lessons.
TIMES
M
3:45 - 4:25PM
M
4:30 - 5:10PM
T
3:45 - 4:25PM
T
4:30 - 5:10PM
W
3:45 - 4:25PM
W
4:30 - 5:10PM
TH
3:45 - 4:25PM
TH
4:30 - 5:10PM
F
3:45 - 4:25PM
F
4:30 - 5:10PM
SAT
9:45 - 10:25AM
SAT
10:30 - 11:10AM
SAT
11:15 - 11:55AM
SAT
12:00 - 12:40PM
Learn to Synch (6-12 Years)
Individual $190
SEPTEMBER - JUNE
Hurricane Swimming (6-18 Years)
DAYS
Family $160
#1 synchronized swimming program in New England.
Next season begins Fall 2014. For more
information contact Head Coach & Director of
ANA Synchro Leah Pinette at 978-685-3541 ext
142 or at [email protected].
Community $250
Non-Competitive Synchronized Swimming Class.
Class meets twice a week. Prerequisites: Must be
able to swim 25 yards front crawl stroke, as well
as be comfortable going underwater. No synchro
experience is necessary.
DAYS
TIMES
T
4:30 - 5:15PM
SUN
2:00 - 2:45PM
Hurricane Swimming is a USA and YMCA age
group swim club. We compete in local, regional
and national level meets. We offer novice,
intermediate and senior level training groups
where we emphasize stroke technique, goal setting
and personal growth through swimming. Parent
volunteerism is required at all meets.
Many of our swimmers participate year-round, but
we do offer opportunities for seasonal swimming.
Our Short Course season begins in early September
and continues through Mid-March. Our Long Course
season begins in April and continues through
early-August.
Tryouts are scheduled for September 2nd and 4th
from 5-7pm at the Lawrence YMCA. Swimmers
ages 9-18 who have working knowledge of the four
competitive strokes and diving are welcome to try
out. Swimmers 6-8 years old must be proficient in
freestyle, backstroke and diving in order to try out.
For more information please contact Head Coach
and Director of Hurricane Swimming, Dan Reilly
at (978) 685-3541 ext. 129 or dreilly@mvymca.
org. For tryout and additional information, please
visit our team website: www.anahurricanes.org.
Pre Team (8-14 Years)
Family $85
DAYS
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Individual $120
Community $215
We will work on competitive stroke technique, start
& turns and endurance. Swimmers must be able
to swim 200 yards continuously and have a strong
freestyle & back stroke with an understanding of
breast stroke and butterfly.
TIMES
TH
3:45 - 4:25PM
SAT
9:00 - 9:40AM
SAT
11:15 - 11:55AM
SUN
11:30 - 12:10PM
Aquatics
Lifeguard Training (15+ Years)
Family $199
Individual $199
Drills & Distance (18+ Years)
Community $325
American Red Cross Training (includes CPR, AED and
Oxygen Administration Certs.)
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
Individual $127 Community $256
A class to improve stroke technique & endurance.
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
9:00 - 10:25AM
6:15 - 10:00PM
Adult Swim Instruction (18+ Years)
Family $80
Family $65
Individual $115
Community $210
Swim lessons for all abilities.
Intense H20 (18+ Years)
Family $58
Individual $110
Community $178
A challenging shallow water cardio & strength
class.
DAYS
TIMES
DAYS
TIMES
T
10:30 - 11:10AM
M&W
7:15 - 7:55PM
T
8:00 - 8:40PM
W
8:00 - 8:40PM
F
9:45 - 10:25AM
Aquacize (18+ Years)
Family $78
Individual $154
Community $268 (M,W,F CLASSES)
Learn To Lap (18+ Years)
YMCA Members $FREE
A FREE class to teach lap swim etiquette,
improve technique and goal setting.
DAYS
TIMES
SAT
6:30 - 7:45AM
Family $53
Individual $105
Community $165 (T & TH CLASSES)
Water Walking (18+ Years)
Water fitness that stresses aerobic, stretching,
muscle toning and flexibility.
Family/Senior $68
Community $256
Individual $131
Non-impact aerobic workout in the deep end of the
Lap Pool.
DAYS
TIMES
M, W, F
8:15 - 8:55AM
T & TH
8:15 - 8:55AM
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
7:15 - 7:55PM
M,W,F
9:00 - 9:40AM
Arthritis Foundation Program (18+ Years)
Water Workout (18+ Years)
Family/Senior $67
Community $245
Family/Senior $35
Community $58
Individual $140
This program follows guidelines put forth by the
National Arthritis Foundation.
DAYS
W
Individual $46
A low impact workout to improve joints and
muscles.
TIMES
DAYS
TIMES
9:00 - 9:40AM
T
9:00 - 10:00AM
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Aquatics
ARTS
Master’s Swim Team (19+ Years)
Family/Senior $FREE
Community $60
Individual $FREE
Team members must be YMCA members. Members
should be able to swim 500 continuous yards. For
more inforamtion contact Kate D’Ambrosio at
[email protected].
DAYS
TIMES
M/W
8:00 - 9:00PM
Andover
SUN
6:00 - 8:00PM
Andover
Senior Aqua (65+ Years)
YMCA Members $FREE
A FREE water exercise class for MVYMCA members
only.
DAYS
TIMES
M&W
7:30 - 8:10AM
Art with Heart (1-3 Years)
Family $FREE* Individual $63
Community $126
This parent/child class explores the process of
being creative and having fun with various nontoxic art mediums.
DAYS
TIMES
W
9:00 - 9:45AM
SAT
10:00 - 10:45AM
ABC - 123 (2-4 Years)
Room 4
Family $FREE*
Individual $70
Community $140
Learn letters and numbers through stories, songs,
and crafts.
DAYS
TIMES
SAT
11:00 - 12:00PM
Active Artist (3-5 Years)
Mat Room/Kitchen
Family $FREE* Individual $84
Community $168
Get creative and get moving with games in the mat
room and an art project.
DAYS
TIMES
T
9:00 - 10:30AM
Crafty Cooks (3-5 Years)
Kitchen
Family $FREE*
Individual $70
Community $140
Measure, pour and mix, then create a work of art
as your snack is cooking.
cancelled
DAYS
TIMES
W
9:30 - 10:30AM
Exploring Art (4-6 Years)
Kitchen
Family $FREE*
Individual $70
Community $140
Enjoy a different craft every week.
DAYS
TIMES
W
10:00 - 11:00AM
* Limit 2 Free programs per child in the family or household membership category.
will be priced at invidiual member fee.
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Additional programs
GYMNASTICS
ARTS
Activities in Art (5-11 Years)
Family $FREE*
Individual $84
parent/child Gymnastics 1 (1-3 Years)
Community $168
Explore clay, paint, pastels, shaving cream and
more!
Gym
Family $FREE*
Individual $66 Community $132
Parent child class with a focus on gymnastics.
DAYS
TIMES
DAYS
TIMES
T
6:00 - 7:15PM
F
9:00 - 9:50AM
Preschool Gymnastics (3-5 Years)
Becoming a Chef (5-11 Years)
Kitchen
Family $FREE*
Individual $84
Gym A
Community $168
Learn the art of cooking and become a chef in the
making.
Family $FREE*
cancelled
DAYS
TIMES
T
4:00 - 5:15PM
Crafty Cooks (5-11 Years)
TIMES
W
10:00 - 10:45AM
F
10:00 - 10:45AM
Gym A
Individual $84
Community $168
Measure, pour and mix, then create a work of art as
your snack is cooking.
cancelled
DAYS
TIMES
F
4:00 - 5:15PM
Slimy Science (5-11 Years)
Family $FREE*
DAYS
Beginner Gymnastics 1 (6-8 Years)
Kitchen
Family $FREE*
Individual $66 Community $132
Introduction to gymnastics for boys and girls.
Individual $84
Family $FREE*
Individual $66 Community $136
Introduction to gymnastics for boys and girls.
DAYS
TIMES
M
4:30 - 5:30PM
W
4:00 - 5:00PM
TH
4:00 - 5:00PM
Community $168
Come learn how fun science can be through slimy
projects and experiments.
DAYS
TIMES
M
4:00 - 5:00PM
Stitch (8-12 Years)
Family $FREE*
Individual $84
Community $168
“Learn to Sew” basics. Make some fun Projects.
DAYS
TIMES
TH
10:45 - 11:45AM
* Limit 2 Free programs per child in the family or household membership category.
Additional programs
will be priced at invidiual member fee.
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HEALTH &
WELLNESS
Teen Training (13-15 Years)
Karate I (6-8 Years)
Studio
Family $70
Individual $70
Community $140
This class follows a traditional Martial Arts
curriculum teaching children to develop
coordination, concentration and self-control.
DAYS
TIMES
M
3:45 - 4:30PM
Individual $70
Community $140
This class follows a traditional Martial Arts
curriculum teaching children to develop
coordination, concentration and self-control.
DAYS
TIMES
W
3:45 - 4:30PM
Jump Rope Club (6-12 Years)
Studio
FEE: $FREE
Kids will have a blast and get tons of physical
activity jumping rope with their friends and learning
new skills.
DAYS
TIMES
TH
4:15 - 5:00PM
Community $140
DAYS
TIMES
M&W
5:00 - 6:00PM
Individual $70
Group Exercise classes are free for all members.
Times and days of classes vary, please visit our
website or our Welcome Center for the most
current schedule. Participants must be age 13
with parent in the same class to attend. Age 16+
without parent. Contact Nicole Bennett at
[email protected], with any questions.
*Reservations are required for Spinning®, Barre
Pilates, TRX®, TRX® Rip Trainer and Kickboxing
with Bags classes. Please visit the Andover/North
Andover Branch Group Exercise page on our
website for instructions on class reservations.
BOOT CAMP (Intermediate/Advanced)
HIIT Training at its best! Class includes athletic
training drills and high-intensity intervals along
with strength training exercises utilizing body
weight & equipment. Class may be held outdoors
on occasion with weather permitting.
GENTLE YOGA (All Levels)
Youth Training (8-12 Years)
Family $70
Individual $70
This is a coached workout filled with cardiovascular
activites and strength training that will help keep
your teen active and fit.
Group Exercise Classes
Karate II (8-10 Years)
Studio
Family $70
Family $70
Community $140
This is a coached workout filled with cardiovascular
activities and strength training that will help keep
your kids active and fit.
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
3:45 - 4:45PM
Slow moving, floor-supported gentle movements
and Yoga poses enable you to release stress from
your back, hips, neck, and shoulders.
INSANITY® (All Levels)
You’ve seen the at-home version of this HIIT
program (High Intensity Interval Training), now
come try the group version! You’ll blast fat and
calories and build strength in this super-charged
40 minute class.
KICKBOXING (All Levels)
A free-style (no bags) Kickboxing class with a focus
on proper Kickboxing technique and cardio-vascular
training.
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HEALTH &
WELLNESS
KICKBOXING with BAGS (All Levels/Ages 16+)
TRX® (All Levels/Ages 16+)
Kickboxing class using free-standing Wavemaster
punching bags. Boxing gloves and wraps required.
Gloves and wraps can be borrowed for trial class.
NOW FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS!!
The total body conditioning class using the
revolutionary method of Suspension Training.
NOW FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS!!
PILATES (All Levels)
Pilates exercises concentrate on the core muscles
of the abdominals, back, and lower body. Performed
on a mat and often with small equipment.
The TRX® RIp Trainer uses an innovative
resistance cord system to create a variable,
unbalanced load to develop core strength,
explosive power and flexibility.
BARRE PILATES (All Levels)
TRX® WITH RIP TRAINER (All Levels)
This class combines the core strengthening
benefits of Pilates, the muscle shaping principles
of isometrics and the body elongating practice of
dance conditioning.
This is a strength training class that incorporates
the use of the TRX Suspension Trainer and the
TRX Rip Trainer.
POWER YOGA (Intermediate/Advanced)
A vigorous, flowing form of Yoga.
RIPPED SPIN (All Levels)
This class is a combination of 45 minutes of
Spinning® followed by 30 minutes of TRX® Rip
Trainer. Participants can take both or one protion
of the class.
SPINNING® (All Levels)
The original indoor cycling program, is an
unmatched way to make your fitness goals a
reality. With no complicated moves to learn,
a motivating group environment, top-notch
instructors, and music that begs your legs to
pedal. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set
up your bike. Please bring a towel and water
bottle. All bikes equipped with SPD pedals.
STEP & SCULPT (All Levels)
Take it back to the basics with this cardiovascular training classic that incorporates
strength training and core conditioning.
STRENGTH TRAINING (All Levels)
A variety of strength training exercises using free
weights and body weight are used to tone and
strengthen your body with an emphasis on proper
body alignment and technique. Strength Training
Exp. Is a 30 minute version of the class.
TRX® RIP TRAINER (All Levels)
TRX® / SPIN (All Levels)
This class is a combination of 30 minutes of
TRX® followed by 45 minutes of Spinning.
Participants can take both or one portion of the
class.
YOGA (All Levels)
This is a Yoga class for participants of all levels.
Instructor will give you options and modifications
to help guide your Yoga practice.
YOGA FLOW (All Levels)
Poses are linked by breath and flow from one to
another giving you a moderate to vigorous workout.
YOGA FOR FITNESS (All Levels)
This class combines traditional Hatha Yoga with
modern fitness movements. This active flowing
class will challenge your strength, flexibility and
balance.
ZUMBA® (All Levels)
Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to
follow moves to create a dynamic workout system.
The routines feature interval training sessions
where fast and slow rhythms and resistance
training are combined to tone and sculpt your body
while burning fat.
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HEALTH &
WELLNESS
ZUMBA TONING® (All Levels)
Senior Exercise Class (65+ Years)
This is the original ZUMBA dance-fitness class
taken to the next level. ZUMBA TONING® is
an innovative muscle training program with the
addition of light weights.
Gym
ZUMBA GOLD® (Beginner/All Levels)
The easy-to-follow program that lets you move to
the beat at your own speed. It’s an invigorating,
community-oriented dance-fitness class that feels
fresh, and most of all, exhilarating! Zumba Gold®
classes provide modified, low-impact moves for
active older adults.
Cross Conditioning (16+ Years)
Family $45
Individual $45
Community $90 (Mondays)
Family $65
Individual $65
Community $130 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Cross conditioning is an exercise program designed
to meet a specific fitness goal, improve athletic
performance and create a higher level of overall
fitness while preventing overtraining.
DAYS
TIMES
Family $Free
Individual $Free Community $Free
Join a great group of adults who enjoy staying
active and having fun. Perform basic moves
and routines designed to improve your balance,
coordination, strength, stamina, posture, and
flexibility. Exercise in an environment where you are
encouraged to focus on what you can do and build
from there. Bring a mat and a pillow or towel if you
are able to participate in floor exercises.
*There are extra mats if you forget yours.
Instructor: Denise Boucher- certified personal
trainer and group exercise instructor with 20 years
experience teaching and learning.
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
7:50 - 8:50AM
Total Body Conditioning (18+ Years)
Family $53
Individual $53
Community $106
This class focuses on total body strength training
and conditioning using a variety of training
methods.
M
6:45-7:45PM
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
5:30-6:30AM
M&W
6:00 - 7:00AM
T & TH
11:00-12:00PM
Fresh Start (18+ Years)
Family $53
Individual $53
Community $106
Work in a small group with one of our fitness
trainers who will get you started toward your
fitness goals.
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
10:45 - 11:45AM
On Track (18+ Years)
Family $60
Individual $60
Community $120
Within a supportive environment, this class will
teach you strength training, cardiovascular fitness
and help you stay on track with your goals.
DAYS
TIMES
T & TH
9:15 - 10:30AM
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Warrior Workout (18+ Years)
Studio Intermediate/Advanced
FEE: $Free
High intensity circuit training incorporating mixed
martial arts techniques. This class, taught by a
lifelong martial artist will definitely challenge your
fitness limits.
DAYS
TIMES
M&W
12:15-1:00PM
SPECIAL
INTEREST
Personal
training
Personal Training (13+ Years)
Toddler Playgroup (2-3 Years)
Our certified trainers can provide the motivation,
support and knowledge to help you reach your
health and fitness goals. Working one-on-one
can help you create a personalized exercise plan
and maximize the effectiveness of your workout.
We also offer Small Group Training giving you the
opportunity to exercise with friends while also
gaining the expertise of a trainer.
Family $FREE* Individual $84
To schedule an appointment or more info contact
Cara Green at 978-685-3541 ext123
or [email protected]
Kitchen/Mat Room
Community $168
Kids make new friends and enjoy a snack, a story
and a simple craft.
DAYS
TIMES
TH
9:00 - 10:30AM
Multi-Age Playgroup (2-5 Years)
Mat Room/Kitchen
Family $FREE* Individual $84
Community $168
Enjoy crafts, playdough, snack and a story.
DAYS
TIMES
F
9:30 - 11:00AM
Preschool Playgroup (3-5 Years)
Kitchen/Mat Room
Family $FREE* Individual $84
Community $168
Kids experience free-play, structured games and do
a simple craft.
DAYS
TIMES
M
9:30 - 11:30AM
Parent’s Night Out (4-12 Years)
Room 4/Mat Room
Family $10
Individual $12
Community $18
Kids play in the mat room, do a fun craft, have
dinner, a light snack and more while parents
enjoy the night out. Minimum 48 hour advance
registration required.
DATE
TIMES
11/15
5:00 - 8:00PM
12/6
5:00 - 8:00PM
* Limit 2 Free programs per child in the family or household membership category.
Additional programs
will be priced at invidiual member fee.
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Sports
Preschool Sports Starter (3-5 Years)
Basketball Clinic (9-12 Years)
Gym B
Gym B
Family $FREE* Individual $63
Community $126
Introduction to traditional and non-traditional
sports for preschoolers.
DAYS
TIMES
M&W
9:00 - 9:45AM
Family $FREE* Individual $63
DAYS
TIMES
T
4:15 - 5:00PM
Youth Basketball League (Grades K-8)
Preschool Soccer (3-5 Years)
Offsite
Gym B
Family $103
Family $FREE* Individual $63
Community $126
Introduction to the fundamentals of soccer.
DAYS
T
10:00 - 10:45AM
Preschool Basketball (3-5 Years)
Gym B
Family $FREE*
Individual $63
Community $126
Introduction to the fundamentals of basketball.
Community $170
12/6 - 3/7
DAYS
TIMES
SAT
Dependent on
team’s schedule
Youth Basketball League (Grades 9-12)
Offsite
Family $118 Individual $118
Community $185
Youth Basketball, players have one practice and one
game every week.
DAYS
TIMES
T
9:00 - 9:45AM
Basketball Clinic (6-8 Years)
DATES
12/6 - 3/7
Gym B
Family $FREE* Individual $63
Individual $103
Youth Basketball League, players have one practice
and one game every week.
DATES
TIMES
Community $126
Geared to all skill levels.
DAYS
TIMES
SAT
Dependent on
team’s schedule
Community $126
Geared to all skill levels.
DAYS
TIMES
T
3:25 - 4:10PM
Beginner Tennis (7-11 Years)
Gym B
Family $FREE*
Individual $70 Community $140
Participants will learn tennis through drills and
game play.
DAYS
TIMES
F
4:00 - 5:00PM
* Limit 2 Free programs per child in the family membership category.
invidiual member fee.
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Additional programs will be priced at
Lawrence
YMCA
English version
Table of Contents
aquatics...........................................24-25
• Swim Lessons
• Swim Club
ARTS.........................................................25
• Dance Programs
Health & wellness...............................26-27
• Karate
• Youth & Teen Training
• Group Exercise Classes
• Training & Fitness Programs
• Nutrition Education
Music Club House................................27-29
• Instrument Lessons
• Vocal Lessons
• Open Mic Nights
• Recording
• Concerts & Workshops
personal training...................................29
special interest.......................................30
• Party Rentals
sports....................................................30
• Basketball
• Sports Medley Programs
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Aquatics
Shrimp, Kipper, Inia (6 Months-2 Years)
youth Lessons (6-12 Years)
Family $24
Family $24
Pool
Pool
Individual $35
Com munity $48
A parent/child class designed to help get children
familiar with the water.
DAYS
TIMES
SAT
9:45 - 10:15AM
Perch I & Perch II (2-3 Years)
Individual $35
Community $48
We will offer every level at every class time. Sign
up for the days and times you want and
our instructors will put the kids in the correct level.
Pool
Family $24
Individual $35
Community $48
A parent/child class that involves playing instructed
aquatic games.
DAYS
TIMES
M
4:30 - 5:10PM
M
5:15 - 5:55PM
M
6:00 - 6:40PM
W
4:30 - 5:10PM
W
5:15 - 5:55PM
6:00 - 6:40PM
DAYS
TIMES
W
SAT
10:35 - 11:05AM
F
4:30 - 5:10PM
F
5:15 - 5:55PM
Preschool Lessons (3-5 Years)
Pool
Family $24
Individual $35
Community $48
We will offer every level at every class time. Sign up
for the days and times you want and our instructors
will put the kids in the correct level.
F
6:00 - 6:40PM
SAT
10:15 - 10:55AM
SAT
11:00 - 11:40AM
SAT
11:45 - 12:25AM
SAT
12:30 - 1:10PM
DAYS
TIMES
M
4:30 - 5:00PM
M
5:05 - 5:35PM
Family $65
M
6:00 - 6:30PM
W
4:30 - 5:00PM
W
5:05 - 5:35PM
This club will evolve into the Lawrence Swim Team
and is for intermediate and advanced swimmers
who are interested in competitive swimming.
W
6:00 - 6:30PM
DAYS
TIMES
F
4:30 - 5:00PM
M&W
5:00 - 5:45PM
F
5:05 - 5:35PM
F
6:00 - 6:30PM
SAT
10:15 - 10:45AM
Family $40
SAT
10:50 - 11:20AM
For adults who are beginning to learn to swim.
SAT
11:25 - 11:55AM
DAYS
TIMES
SAT
12:00 - 12:30PM
M
5:45 - 6:30PM
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Lawrence Swim Club (7-18 Years)
Pool
Individual $65
Community $80
Adult Swim Lessons - Beginner (13+ Years)
Pool
Individual $60
Community $80
Aquatics
ARTS
Adult Swim Lessons - Intermediate
dance academy (5-12 Years)
Pool (13+ Years)
Family $40/month
Individual $40/month
Community $60/month
Family $40
Individual $60
Community $80
For adults who know how to swim, but would like to
improve their strokes.
DAYS
TIMES
F
6:00 - 6:45PM
This is a 13 week program with a dance recital
at the end of each session. Our Dance program
promotes a healthy lifestyle and develops dance
techniques through discipline in a convenient 60
minute class. A monthly bank draft or full payment
for all weeks is required. This program runs from
January 6 - April 2, 2015 for 13 weeks..
Private Swim Class (All Ages)
Pool
MEMBER: $20/1 class
$150/10 classes
$85/5 classes
COMMUNITY: $25/1 class $100/5 classes
$180/10 classes
One-on- one swim instruction for beginner swimmers
or swimmers who wish to improve their techniques.
You must coordinate a time with a swim intructor
for these classes.
DAYS
TIMES
AGES
T & TH
4:00 - 5:00PM
5-7 years
T & TH
5:00 - 6:00PM
8-12 years
Latin Rhythms (16+ years to participate)
Family $FREE
Individual $FREE
Community $5
Have fun and get in a great workout while learning
the basics of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Cha
Cha. This form of exercise uses a wide variety
of motions to engage multiple muscle groups in
a dynamic way which burn approximately 450
calories. For more information please contact
Sharleen De Los Santos-Lazaro at 978-6866191 or [email protected].
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HEALTH &
WELLNESS
Karate & Little Dragons (3-5 Years)
Mat Room
Family $40
Individual $55
Community $70
Students will learn basic karate concepts, including:
self-defense, concentration, self-control, respect,
and discipline.
DAYS
TIMES
W
5:30 - 6:00PM
Karate (All Levels, 5-12 Years)
Mat Room
Family $45
Individual $60
Community $70
Students will learn basic karate concepts, including:
self-defense, concentration, self-control, respect,
and discipline.
DAYS
TIMES
W
6:00 - 7:00PM
Kids track program (5-18 Years)
Family $40
Individual $40
Community $60
4 week track program open to girls and boys
ages 5-18 interested in track and field, running
and athletics. This program exposes kids to the
fundamentals of track and field with an emphasis
on fun and fitness. For more information please
contact Sharleen De Los Santos-Lazaro at
978-686-6191 or [email protected].
Youth/teen Training (9-17 Years)
Wellness Center
Family $35
Family $FREE
Individual $FREE
Community $5
Ages 13 w/parent present in same class. Ages 16+
without parent. Times and days vary. Check website
for current schedule. Designed for any and all
fitness levels, this class includes various training
methods of high intensity cardio and muscle
conditioning drills, using both body weight and
equipment. This class can be modified for any
fitness level to ensure you maximize the results of
your workout.
Yoga (16+ Years)
Mat Room
Family $FREE
Individual $FREE
Community $5
A great way to achieve flexibility and relaxation and
be in control of your body.
Zumba (16 + Years)
Family $FREE
Individual $FREE
Community $5
A basic choreography of Salsa, Samba and Latin
style moves, mixed in a free style choreography to
give you the best aerobic workout of your life.
adult running club (18+ Years)
FEE: $FREE
Meet fellow members and come for a fun run. For
more information please contact Sharleen
De Los Santos-Lazaro at 978-686-6191 or
[email protected].
TRX® Suspension Training Program
Individual $35
Community $70
Take a step in the right direction with personal
training. This class is a 6 week session. For more
information please contact Sharleen De Los
Santos-Lazaro at 978-686-6191 or
[email protected].
Group Exercise Classes
Cardio Kickboxing (16+ years to participate)
Family $FREE
Re-Booted Bootcamp (16+ Years)
Individual $FREE
Community $5
Cardio Kickboxing is a fun 1 hour, action-packed
workout that combines martial arts, boxing and
dance moves. You get a challenging cardiovascular
and full body workout as you kick, punch, block
and move in each class. This class provides both
resistance training and cardiovascular benefits to
its participants.
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Group X-Studio (18+ Years)
Family $FREE
Individual $FREE
Community $5
TRX Suspension Training® is a revolutionary
method of leveraged bodyweight exercise that
is perfect for all fitness levels and goals that
include building strength, flexibility and metabolic
conditioning.
HEALTH &
WELLNESS
MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
Lawrence branch 5k road race
Bass guitar lessons (10-18 Years)
Coming in the Spring! For more information please
contact Sharleen De Los Santos-Lazaro at
978-686-6191 or [email protected].
Music Clubhouse
WALK TO RUN pROGRAM (18+ Years)
FEE: $FREE
Get ready for the 5K. For more information please
contact Sharleen De Los Santos-Lazaro at
978-686-6191 or [email protected].
Learn rhythm and melody on bass guitar, an
important and exciting instrument. Lessons are
30 minutes each. Guitars provided by the Music
Clubhouse.
DAYS
TIMES
W
4:00 - 7:00PM
Drum Lessons (10-18 Years)
Nutrition lectures
Family $5 Individual $5
FEE: $FREE
Community $10
Nutrition Lectures will be held four times a year
and will be announced throughout the year. For
more information please contact Sharleen De Los
Santos-Lazaro at 978-686-6191 or
[email protected].
Monthly Health Screenings/Lectures
Family $FREE Individual $FREE
Community $5
Want to learn more about your health? Join us
each month for Health Screenings/Lectures. These
lectures include the following but are not limited to:
• Arthritis education
• Dental care/ importance of oral health
• Back health (chiropractor)
• Stress management/ the effects of stress on
health
• Women’s health topics (menopause, breast
cancer awarene, etc.)
• Tobacco cessation and prevention
Dates and times will be announced each month. For
more information please contact Sharleen De Los
Santos-Lazaro at 978-686-6191 or
[email protected].
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
Learn to play the drum set in various styles,
such as Rock, R&B, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Latin.
Lessons are 30 minutes each.
DAYS
TIMES
W
4:00 - 7:00PM
Guitar lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
Learn to play electric or acoustic guitar for the
first time or come and improve your skills.
Lessons are 30 minutes each; Guitars provided
by the Music Clubhouse.
DAYS
TIMES
W
4:00 - 7:00PM
piano lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
You will learn scales, chords, and be able to play
and jam to many different songs by the end of
this program. Lessons are 30 minutes each.
DAYS
TIMES
T
4:00 - 7:00PM
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MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
Lyrics in the Studio (10-18 Years)
Vocal Lessons (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
FEE: $FREE
Record your voice in the Music Clubhouse Studio
over your favorite artist’s instrumentals and put it
on a CD to take home and listen to or share with
friends and family. Record original songs in the
state of the art recording studio located at the
Lawrence YMCA’s Music Clubhouse. Learn how to
use Microphones, Headphones, a Mixing board, and
Protools Recording software to create an album of
original material or covers of your favorite artists.
Develop your own style and learn techniques to
increase your vocal range, strength and flexibility.
Lessons are 30 minutes each.
DAYS
TIMES
M
4:00 - 7:00PM
Music Work Shop Thursdays (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
Every Thursday, the Lawrence Music Clubhouse
hosts Music Workshop Thursdays! Each Thursday
Music Clubhouse instructors lead different
Workshops such as: Jam Improv Workshops, Group
Recording Workshops, Lyric Writing Workshops,
Music Trivia Night, Song writing Workshops,
Performance Development Workshops, Band
Practices, and Jazz Improv Workshops and many
more exciting workshops.
DAYS
TIMES
TH
6:00 - 8:00PM
Open Mic Night (10-18 Years)
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
On the first Thursday of every month, the Music
Clubhouse hosts an Open Mic Night, giving anyone
the chance to hit the stage and show off their
talents!
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
9/4
TH
6:00 - 8:00PM
10/3
TH
6:00 - 8:00PM
11/6
TH
6:00 - 8:00PM
12/4
TH
6:00 - 8:00PM
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DAYS
TIMES
M
4:00 - 7:00PM
In the Studio: Recording and Beat Making
Music Clubhouse (13-18 Years)
FEE: $FREE
Learn now to build radio - ready tracks in our
stateof-the-art recording studio. Two 30 minute
sessions followed by open studio time for students
to work on projects.
DAYS
TIMES
T
4:00 - 7:00PM
Personal
training
MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
Lawrence Music Clubhouse Community
Concert Series (15-18 Years)
El Taller Cafe,
275 Essex Street Lawrence, Ma
Play a real gig in Lawrence! Perform solo or with
a live band on stage at El Taller Café located on
275 Essex Street Lawrence, Ma. Share all the great
music you have been creating at the Lawrence
Music Clubhouse with the community of Lawrence
at this public venue. Learn about stage production,
set up and break down of musical equipment, how
to run sound for an event, proper stage etiquette,
how to MC an event, and how to read a crowd.
Get involved in helping build the downtown music
scene in Lawrence, Ma! Lawrence Music Clubhouse
Community Concert Series run every 2nd and 4th
Friday of every month.
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
9/12
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
9/26
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
10/10
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
10/24
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
11/14
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
11/28
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
12/12
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
12/26
F
6:00 - 8:00PM
Personal Training - 1 Hour Session
Wellness Center (18+ Years)
Take a step in the right direction with the help of
our ceritfied personal trainers. By appointment
only.
category
FEE
Member
$35/1 Session
$165/5 Sessions
$300/10 Sessions
$336/12 Sessions
Community
$70/1 Session
$250/5 Sessions
$450/10 Sessions
$480/12 Sessions
Personal Training - 1/2 Hour Session
Wellness Center (14+ Years)
Take a step in the right direction with the help of
our ceritfied personal trainers. By appointment
only.
category
FEE
Member
$28/1 Session
$130/5 Sessions
$250/10 Sessions
$276/12 Sessions
Community
$56/1 Session
$200/5 Sessions
$350/10 Sessions
$360/12 Sessions
Group Personal Training: 2 - 5
people/1Hour Session (14+ Years)
Wellness Center
Personal training sessions for you and your friends.
By appointment only.
category
FEE
Member
$30/1 Session
$140/5 Sessions
$260/10 Sessions
$312/12 Sessions
Community
$60/1 Session
$250/5 Sessions
$410/10 Sessions
$432/12 Sessions
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SPECIAL
INTEREST
Sports
Party Rentals (All Ages)
Tots Sport Medley clinic (3-6 Years)
Pool
Big Gym - Lawrence YMCA
FEE: Member $100 Community $150
Family $FREE
Celebrate any special occasion with a pool party!
Rental includes one hour of pool time and one hour
in a private recreation room for your snacks, cake,
and gifts.
This seven week class is designed to introduce
youngsters to a variety of sports including, but not
limited to, basketball, soccer, and t-ball.
DAYS
TIMES
SAT & SUN
CALL FOR TIMES
YMCA Water Park Party Rental (4+ Years)
Individual $45
Community $65
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
10/27 - 12/21
TH
5:30 - 6:30PM
Basketball Skills Clinic 2 (5-12 Years)
Big Gym - Lawrence YMCA
Pool
Family $FREE
FEE: Member $110 Community $185
This six week basketball clinic is designed to
introduce kids to the fundamentals of basketball
such as dribbling, passing, defense, and shooting.
Our Water Park Obstacle Course is available for
rent for your special occasion! Rental includes 45
minutes of pool time and one hour in a private
recreation room for your snacks, cake, and gifts.
DAYS
TIMES
SAT & SUN
CALL FOR TIMES
Individual $45
DATES
AGES
Community $65
DAYS
TIMES
10/21 - 12/2
5 -8
T
6:00 - 7:00PM
10/21 - 12/2
9 -12
T
7:00 - 8:00PM
Youth Basketball League (Grades K-12)
Big Gym and Small Gym
Family $65
Individual $65
Community $90
Youth Basketball League, players have one practice
and one game every week. Practices may run as
late as 8:30PM. Practices are on weeknights while
games are on the weekends.
DATES
12/6 - 3/7
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DAYS
TIMES
SAT
Dependent on
team’s schedule
YMCA DE
LAWRENCE
VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL
TABLA DE CONTENIDOS
ACUÁTICOS.................................................32-33
• Clases de natación
• Club de natación
ARTES...............................................................33
• Programas de baile
SALUD Y BIENESTAR.........................................34-35
• Karate
• Entrenamiento para jóvenes
• Clases de ejercicios en grupo
• Programas de entrenamiento
y salud
• Educación de nutrición
CASA DE MÚSICA ...........................................35-37
• Lecciones de instrumentos
• Lecciones de baile
• Noches de micrófono abierto
• Grabación
• Conciertos y talleres
ENTRENAMIENTO PERSONAL ...............................37
INTERESES ESPECIAL ...........................................38
• Alquilar para fiestas
DEPORTES ........................................................38
• Baloncesto
• Mezcla de deportes
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ACUÁTICOS
Shrimp, Kipper, Inia (6 Meses-2 Años)
LECCIONES PARA JÓVENES (6-12 Años)
Familia $24
Familia $24
Piscina
Piscina
Individual $35
Comunidad $48
Una clase de padre e hijo diseñada para ayudar a
familiarizar los niños con el agua.
días
Horario
SAB
9:45 - 10:15AM
Perch I & Perch II (2-3 Años)
Piscina
Familia $24
Individual $35
Comunidad $48
Una clase de padre e hijo que involucra jugar juegos
acuáticos con instructores.
días
Horario
SAB
10:35 - 11:05AM
días
Horario
LUN
4:30 - 5:10PM
LUN
5:15 - 5:55PM
LUN
6:00 - 6:40PM
Piscina
Individual $35
Comunidad $48
Ofreceremos todos los niveles en cada clase.
Indíquenos el día y la hora que desée y nuestros
instructores le asignarán el nivel correcto para su
niño.
LECCIONES PREESCOLARES (3-5 Años)
Familia $24
Individual $35
Comunidad $48
Ofreceremos todos los niveles en cada clase.
Indíquenos el día y la hora que desée y nuestros
instructores le asignarán el nivel correcto para su
niño.
MIE
4:30 - 5:10PM
MIE
5:15 - 5:55PM
MIE
6:00 - 6:40PM
VIE
4:30 - 5:10PM
VIE
5:15 - 5:55PM
VIE
6:00 - 6:40PM
SAB
10:15 - 10:55AM
SAB
11:00 - 11:40AM
SAB
11:45 - 12:25AM
SAB
12:30 - 1:10PM
días
Horario
LUN
4:30 - 5:00PM
LUN
5:05 - 5:35PM
Familia $65
LUN
6:00 - 6:30PM
Este club se convertirá en el equipo de natación
de Lawrence y es para nadadores que son
intermedios y avanzados y tienen interés en
natación competitiva.
MIE
4:30 - 5:00PM
MIE
5:05 - 5:35PM
MIE
6:00 - 6:30PM
VIE
4:30 - 5:00PM
VIE
5:05 - 5:35PM
VIE
6:00 - 6:30PM
LAWRENCE CLUB DE NATACIÓN (7-18 Años)
Piscina
Individual $65
Comunidad $80
días
Horario
LUN & MIE
5:00 - 5:45PM
CLASES DE NATACIÓN PARA ADULTOS PRINCIPIANTE
SAB
10:15 - 10:45AM
Piscina (13+ Años)
SAB
10:50 - 11:20AM
Familia $40
SAB
11:25 - 11:55AM
SAB
12:00 - 12:30PM
Para adultos quienes están comenzando
aprender a nadar.
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Individual $60
Comunidad $80
días
Horario
LUN
5:45 - 6:30PM
ACUÁTICOS
ARTES
CLASES DE NATACIÓN PARA ADULTOS INTERMEDIO
Piscina (13+ Años)
Familia $40
Individual $60
Comunidad $80
Para adultos quienes saben nadar, pero le gustaría
mejorar sus técnicas de natación.
días
Horario
VIE
6:00 - 6:45PM
CLASES DE NATACIÓN PRIVADAS (Todas las Edades)
Piscina
miembro: $20/1 clase
$150/10 clases
$85/5 clases
Comunidad: $29/1 clase $100/5 clases
$180/10 clases
Clases de natación privadas para nadadores
principiantes o nadadores quienes desean mejorar
sus técnicas. Estas clases requieren coordinar la
hora de la clase con el instructor de natación.
Academia de Danza (5-12 Años)
Familia $40/mes
Individual $40/mes
Comunidad $60/mes
Academia de danza es un programa de
13 semanas en la cual a su culminación los
participantes demostraran lo que han aprendido.
Nuestra academia ayuda a promover salud y
bienestar y desarrolla las técnicas de danza. Esta
clase requiere pago mensual automático de su
cuenta bancaria o pagar toda la sesión en efectivo.
Esta clase empieza Enero 6 y culmina Abril 2.
días
Horario
Años
MAR & JUE
4:00 - 5:00PM
5-7 años
MAR & JUE
5:00 - 6:00PM
8-12 años
Ritmos Latinos (16+ Años)
Familia $GRATIS Individual $GRATIS Comunidad $5
Quema calorías de una forma divertida aprendiendo
a bailar los pasos básicos de Salsa, Merengue,
Bachata y Cha Cha. Esta forma de ejercicio con su
variedad de movimientos engancha varios grupos de
músculos en el cual quemara aproximadamente 450
calorías. Para más información llamar a Sharleen
De Los Santos al 978-686-6191 o
[email protected].
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SALUD Y
BIENESTAR
Pequeños Dragones y Karate (3-5 Años)
Re-Booted Bootcamp (16+ Años)
Dojo
Familia $GRATIS Individual $GRATIS Comunidad $5
Familia $40
Individual $55
Comunidad $70
Estudiantes aprenderán los conceptos básicos de
karate, incluyendo: defensa personal, concentración,
autocontrol, respeto, y disciplina.
días
Horario
MIE
5:30 - 6:00PM
Yoga (16+ Años)
Pequeño Gym
Karate (5-12 Años)
Dojo
Familia $45
Individual $60
Comunidad $70
Estudiantes aprenderán los conceptos básicos de
karate, incluyendo: defensa personal, concentración,
autocontrol, respeto, y disciplina.
días
Horario
MIE
6:00 - 7:00PM
Clase de Atletismo para niños (5-18 Años)
Familia $40
Diseñado para todos y cada uno de los niveles de
bienestar y salud. Esta clase incluye varios metodos
y entrenarmientos de alta intesidad y
acodicionamiento muscular, utilizando el cuerpo,
peso y equipos. Puede ser adaptado a cualquier
nivel de aptitud para asegurarnos que usted
aumente los resultados de su entrenamiento.
Individual $40
Comunidad $60
Este programa de cuatro semanas es para niñas y
niños de 5-18 años interesados en el deporte de
atletismo. Este programa enseñara y demostrara
las habilidades de este gran deporte. Para más
información llame a Sharleen De
Los Santos al 978-686-6191 o
[email protected].
Familia $GRATIS Individual $GRATIS Comunidad $5
Una buena forma de obtener flexibilidad,
relajamiento, y estar en control de su cuerpo.
Zumba (16+ Años)
Pequeño Gym
Familia $GRATIS Individual $GRATIS Comunidad $5
Una coreografía básica de Salsa, Samba y
movimientoslatino, mezclado con un estilo libre. A
bailar y quemar calorías en esta gran fiesta. Para
más información llamar a Sharleen De Los Santos
al 978-686-6191 o [email protected].
Club de Correr (18+ Años)
FEE: $ GRATIS
ENTRENAMIENTO PARA JOVENES (9-17 Años)
Diviértase corriendo. Venga y conozca más
miembros. Para más información llamar a Sharleen
De Los Santos al 978-686-6191 o
[email protected].
Familia $35
Entranamiento De Suspension TRX ®
El centro de bienestar
Individual $35
Comunidad $70
Empiese en el camino correcto con entrenamiento
personal. Esta clase es por 6 semanas. Para más
información llame a Sharleen De Los Santos al
978-686-6191 o [email protected].
CLASES DE ejercicio EN GROUPO
Cardio Kickboxing (16+ Años)
Familia $GRATIS Individual $GRATIS Comunidad $5
Esta clase de una hora divertida y llena de
acción, combina las artes marciales, boxeo y
danza. Entrenaras todo tu cuerpo con patadas,
puños, bloqueos y mucho más. Esta clase provee
resistencia y beneficios cardiovasculares para
todos sus participantes.
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Grupo X-Studio (18+ Años)
Familia $GRATIS Individual $GRATIS Comunidad $5
Entrenamiento de suspensión TRX® es un método
revolucionario de ejercicios usando el peso del
cuerpo que es perfecto para todos los niveles de
aptitud y metas que incluye desarrollando fuerza,
flexibilidad, y acondicionamiento metabólico.
YMCA de Lawrence Carrera de 5K
¡Esta primavera! Para más información llame a
Sharleen De Los Santos al 978-686-6191 o
[email protected].
CASA DE
MÚSICA
SALUD Y
BIENESTAR
Caminar a Correr (18+ Años)
FEE: $GRATIS
Este programa te prepara para correr 5K. Para más
información llame a Sharleen De Los Santos al
978-686-6191 o [email protected].
Discurso de Nutrición
Familia $5 Individual $5
Comunidad $10
Cuatro veces al año ven y participa en los discursos
de nutrición. El tiempo y el día será anunciado. Para
más información llame a Sharleen De Los Santos
al 978-686-6191 o [email protected].
Exámenes y decursos de Salud mensual
Familia $GRATIS Individual $GRATIS Comunidad $5
Quiere aprender más sobre su salud, ven comparte
con nosotros cada mes. Los temas y exámenes son
lo siguiente:
• Información sobre artritis
• Salud oral y su importancia
• Importancia de la salud de la espalda
• Como manejar su estrés y los efectos de salud
negativo que causa
• Asuntos de salud para mujeres (menopausia,
cáncer de mama)
• Discurso sobre como disminuir el uso del
tabaco
El día y el tiempo será anunciado cada mes. Para
más información llame a Sharleen De Los Santos
al 978-686-6191 o [email protected].
canto (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Desarrolla tu propio estilo y aprende técnicas para
aumentar tu nivel vocal, tu fuerza, y tu flexibilidad.
Cada sesión dura 30 minutos.
días
Horario
LUN
4:00 - 7:30PM
lecciones de batería (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende a tocar batería en diferentes estilos como
Rock, R&B, Jazz, Hip Pop y Latino. Cada sesión dura
30 minutos.
días
Horario
MIE
4:00 - 7:30PM
lecciones de Guitarra (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende a tocar guitarra eléctrica ó acústica por
primera vez o ven y mejora tus habilidades. Cada
sesión dura 30 minutos.
días
Horario
MIE
4:00 - 7:30PM
lecciones de Guitarra baja
Club de Música (10-18 Años)
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende ritmo y melodía tocando el bajo, un
importante y divertido instrumento.
días
Horario
MIE
4:00 - 7:00PM
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CASA DE
MÚSICA
lecciones de piano (10-18 Años)
TALLER DE MÚSICA CADA JUEVES
Club de Música
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprenderas las escalas, las acordes, y como a
tocar diferentes canciones al final de este
programa.
Cada jueves, la Casa de Música organiza un taller
de música! Cada jueves, los instructores de la
Casa de Música dirigen diferente talleres como:
improvisación, grabar en grupos, escribir
canciones, trivialidades de música, desarrollo de
presentación, prácticas de bandas, y mucho más
talleres excitantes.
días
Horario
MAR
4:00 - 7:00PM
LETRAS EN EL ESTUDIO (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
Graba tu voz en el estudio de la Casa de Música
sobre los instrumentos de tu artista favorito o
canciones originales y ponla en un CD para llevar
a casa y escuchar o compartir con tu familia y
amigos. Aprende a cómo usar los micrófonos,
los audífonos, la mesa de mezclas, y el programa
Protools Recording para crear un álbum de
canciones originales o de tu artista favorito.
días
Horario
LUN
4:00 - 7:00PM
Noche de Micrófono Abierto (10-18 Años)
Club de Música
FEE: $GRATIS
¡Cada primer jueves de cada mes, la Casa de
Música auspicia la Noche de Micrófono Abierto,
ofreciendo la oportunidad a que todos se suban al
escenario a demostrar sus talentos!
Fechas
días
Horario
9/12
JUE
6:00 - 8:00PM
10/3
JUE
6:00 - 8:00PM
11/7
JUE
6:00 - 8:00PM
12/5
JUE
6:00 - 8:00PM
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días
Horario
JUE
6:00 - 8:00PM
(10-18 Años)
En El Estudio: Grabaciones
y Creaciones de Ritmos
Clubhouse Music (13-18 Años)
FEE: $GRATIS
Aprende ahora como preparar pistas listas para
tocar en la radio en nuestro estudio de grabación
de último modelo. Dos sesiones de 30 minutos
seguidas por acceso a nuestro estudio para
aquellos participantes que quieren trabajar en sus
proyectos.
días
Horario
MAR
4:00 - 5:00PM
CASA DE
MÚSICA
ENTRENAMIENTO
PERSONAL
SERIE DE CONCIERTOS DE LA COMUNIDAD
(15- 8 Años)
Ell Taller Café
275 Essex Street Lawrence,MA
Presenta solo o con una banda en el escenario
de El Taller Café localizado en 275 Essex Street,
Lawrence, MA. Comparte toda la música que
has estado creando en la Casa de Música con
la comunidad de Lawrence en este local público.
Aprende sobre la producción de escenario, el
montaje y desmontaje de equipo musical, como
ejecutar sonido para un evento, como comportarte
en el escenario, como ser maestro de ceremonia
para un evento, y como leer a la audiencia.
Involúcrate en formar la escena de música en
Lawrence! Esta serie de conciertos ocurre cada
segundo y cuarto viernes de cada mes.
FECHAS
días
Horario
9/12
VIE
6:00 - 8:00PM
9/26
VIE
6:00 - 8:00PM
10/10
VIE
6:00 - 8:00PM
10/24
VIE
6:00 - 8:00PM
11/14
VIE
6:00 - 8:00PM
11/28
VIE
Entrenamiento Personal - Sesiones de
una hora
Centro de Bienestar (18+ Años)
Tome un paso en el camino correcto con la ayuda
de nuestros entrenadores personales.
By appointment only.
categoría
FEE
Miembro
$35/1 Sesión
$165/5 Sesiones
$300/10 Sesiones
$336/12 Sesiones
Comunidad
$70/1 Sesión
$250/5 Sesiones
$450/10 Sesiones
$480/12 Sesiones
Personal Training - Sesiones de
media hora
Centro de Bienestar (14+ Años)
Tome un paso en el camino correcto con la ayuda
de nuestros entrenadores personales.
By appointment only.
categoría
FEE
Miembro
$28/1 Sesión
$130/5 Sesiones
$250/10 Sesiones
$276/12 Sesiones
Comunidad
$56/1 Sesión
$200/5 Sesiones
$350/10 Sesiones
$360/12 Sesiones
6:00 - 8:00PM
Entrenamiento Personal en Grupo
Centro de Bienestar (14+ Años)
Sesiones de entrenamiento personal para ti y tus
amigos. By appointment only.
categoría
FEE
Miembro
$30/1 Sesión
$140/5 Sesiones
$260/10 Sesiones
$312/12 Sesiones
Comunidad
$60/1 Sesión
$250/5 Sesiones
$410/10 Sesiones
$432/12 Sesiones
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INTERESES
ESPECIAL
ALQUILO PARA FIESTAS (De todas las edades)
Piscina
DEPORTES
Mezcla Deportiva para Pequeñitos
Gimnasio Grande - YMCA de Lawrence
(3-6 Años)
FEE: Miembro $100 Comunidad $150
Familia $GRATIS
¡Celebre cualquier ocasión especial con una fiesta
de piscina! Cada renta incluye una hora en la
piscina, y una hora en un salón privado para sus
aperitivos, biscocho, o regalos.
Este programa ofrece siete semanas de clases
diseñado para introducir a sus pequeños a una
variedad de juegos incluyendo baloncesto,
balompié, y béisbol.
Individual $45
Comunidad $65
días
Horario
Fechas
días
Horario
SAB & DOM
LLAME PARA HORARIO
9/11 - 10/23
JUE
5:30 - 6:30PM
ALQUILO DEL PARQUE ACUÁTICO PARA FIESTAS
Taller de Técnicas de Baloncesto 2
Piscina (4+ Años)
Gimnasio Grande - YMCA de Lawrence (5-12 Años)
FEE: Miembro $110 Comunidad $185
Familia $GRATIS Individual $45
¡Nuestra Pista de Obstáculos de Agua está
disponible para rentar para su ocasión especial!
Cada renta incluye 45 minutos en la piscina, y
una hora en un salón privado para sus aperitivos,
biscocho, o regalos.
Este taller de cinco semanas está diseñado para
que su niño aprenda técnicas fundamentales del
baloncesto como el dribleo, defensa, movimiento
de bola y canastos.
días
Horario
SAB & DOM
LLAME PARA HORARIO
Fechas
Comunidad $65
Años
días
Horario
10/21 - 12/2
5 -8
MAR
6:00 - 7:00PM
10/21 - 12/2
9 -12
MAR
7:00 - 8:00PM
Liga Juveníl de Baloncesto (Grados K-12)
Gimnasio Grande y Pequeño Gym
Familia $65
Individual $65
Comunidad $90
Liga de Baloncesto Juveníl donde los niños tienen
una práctica y un juego semanal. Las prácticas
pueden tan tarde como hasta 8:30pm. Practicas
son durante la semana y los juegos durante los
fines de semanas.
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Fechas
días
Horario
12/6 - 3/7
SAB
Depende de la
agenda del equipo
Methuen
YMCA
Table of Contents
ARTS..............................................40
• Arts & Crafts Programs
• Performing Arts
• Visual Arts
Health & wellness..........................41
• Karate
Music Club House...........................41
• Instrument Lessons
• Vocal Lessons
special interest.......................42-43
• Cooking
• Dances
• Game Clubs
• Kids Night Out
• Party Rentals
• Slimy Science
• Knitting
sports...........................................43
• Basketball
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ARTS
Duct Tape Art (8+ Years)
Exploring Art (4-7 Years)
Art Studio
Art Studio
Family $20
Family $20
Individual $20
Community $40
Enjoy creating a different craft each week. Program
days and times vary by session, contact the
Methuen YMCA or visit methuen.mvymca.org for
details.
Loom Bracelets (5+ Years)
Art Studio
Family $15
Individual $15
Community $30
Come join in the fun and learn how to make
different styles of rubber band bracelets. Bring
your own loom or use one provided in the class.
Program days and times vary by session, contact
the Methuen YMCA or visit methuen.mvymca.org
for details.
Jewelry making (7+ Years)
Art Studio
Family $20
Individual $20
Community $40
Interested in creating your own unique jewelry?
Come and learn how to make simple beaded
necklaces and bracelets. By the end of this class
you will have several new pieces to add to your
collection. Program days and times vary by
session, contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
Pony Bead Creations (7+ Years)
Art Studio
Family $15
Individual $15
Community $30
Learn how to string together pony beads to
create animals and other items for your backpack
or keychain. Program days and times vary by
session, contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
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Individual $20
Community $40
Use your imagination and creativity to make unique,
fun items with duct tape, such as flower pens,
wallets, frames, key chains, hair accessories
and more. All materials are provided, however
participants are welcome to bring their own duct
tape. Program days and times vary by session,
contact the Methuen YMCA or visit methuen.
mvymca.org for details.
Recycled art (8+ Years)
Art Studio
Family $15
Individual $15
Community $30
Turn your trash into treasure by creating fun art
projects from recycled materials. Participants are
encouraged to recycle materials that will be used
for their project. Program days and times vary
by session, contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
Nail Art (9+ years)
Art Studio
Family $15
Individual $15
Community $30
Nail art puts creativity at kids’ fingertips. Learn
fun, unique ways to practice painting - and get to
wear the results! Program days and times vary
by session. Contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
HEALTH &
WELLNESS
MUSIC
CLUBHOUSE
Karate Club (5–12 Years)
Drum Lessons (10-18 years)
Gymnasium
Music Clubhouse
FEE: Member $35/Month Community $50/Month
FEE: $FREE
The Karate Club allows students to learn at their
own pace and progress through the ranking
system to earn colored belts. $20 fee for uniform.
Additional fees apply for rank promotions.
Learn to play the drum set in various styles, such
as Rock, R&B, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Latin. Lessons are
30 minutes in length. Program days and times vary
by session, contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
DAYS
TIMES
W
5:00-5:50PM
Guitar Lessons (10-18 years)
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
Learn to play electric or acoustic guitar for the first
time or come and improve your skills. Lessons are
30 minutes in length. Program days and times vary
by session, contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
Piano Lessons (10-18 years)
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
You will learn scales and chords on the electric
keyboard and be able to play many different
songs by the end of this program. Lessons are 30
minutes in length. Program days and times vary
by session, contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
Vocal Lessons (10-18 years)
Music Clubhouse
FEE: $FREE
Develop your own style and learn techniques to
increase your vocal range, strength and flexibility.
Lessons are 30 minutes in length. Program days
and times vary by session, contact the Methuen
YMCA or visit methuen.mvymca.org for details.
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SPECIAL
INTEREST
Slimy Science (4-10 Years)
K’NEX® Builders Club (7+ Years)
Art Studio
Art Studio
Family $20
Individual $20
Community $40
Come learn how fun science can be through slimy
projects and experiments. Program days and times
vary by session, contact the Methuen YMCA or
visit methuen.mvymca.org for details.
Lego® Club (5+ Years)
Family $15
Individual $15
Community $30
Bring your imagination and challenge yourself with
K’NEX® in this fun, new club. Build an original
masterpiece or use instructions provided. Program
days and times vary by session, contact the
Methuen YMCA or visit methuen.mvymca.org for
details.
Art Studio
Family $15 Individual $15
Community $30
If you can imagine it, you can build it with LEGO®
bricks. Enjoy open, creative play as well as
instructor guided building challenges. Program
days and times vary by session, contact the
Methuen YMCA or visit methuen.mvymca.org for
details.
Open Builders Club (5+ Years)
Art Studio
Family $5
Individual $5
Community $10
A builder’s paradise! Join us for this open creative
play with our collection of LEGO®, K’NEX® and
ZOOB® pieces. Space is limited, so be sure to
reserve your spot in advance. Program days and
times vary by session, contact the Methuen YMCA
or visit methuen.mvymca.org for details.
Chess & Checkers (6+ years)
Art Studio
Family $15 Individual $15
Community $30
Ideal for developing minds that want to learn
or improve in the strategy games of chess and
checkers. Bring your own set or use one of ours.
Program days and times vary by session, contact
the Methuen YMCA or visit methuen.mvymca.org
for details.
Dominoes (7+ Years)
Art Studio
Family $15 Individual $15
Community $30
Learn how to play the classic game of dominoes.
Players improve their math, visual perception and
concentration skills while having fun. Dominoes
provided. Program days and times vary by
session, contact the Methuen YMCA or visit
methuen.mvymca.org for details.
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Cooking Basics (8-12 Years)
Kitchen
Family $30
Individual $30
Community $50
We will stir up creative recipes and have a blast
making some of our favorite treats, while learning
basic kitchen and cooking skills. Program days and
times vary by session, contact the Methuen YMCA
or visit methuen.mvymca.org for details.
Kids Night Out (5-12 Years)
Gymnasium/Art Studio
Family $10
Individual $10
Community $15
Kids can enjoy a games, food and fun, while parents
can enjoy a night out of their own!
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
11/8
SAT
5:00 – 8:00PM
12/13
SAT
5:00 – 8:00PM
5th & 6th Grade Dances (Grades 5-6)
Gymnasium
Family $5
Individual $5
Community $10
Join us for monthly themed dances for 5th & 6th
Grade students. Get your friends together and get
ready to dance the night away!
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
11/14
F
6:30 – 9:30PM
12/12
F
6:30 – 9:30PM
SPECIAL
INTEREST
SPORTS
7th & 8th Grade Dances (Grades 7-8)
Gymnasium
Family $5
Methuen Hoops 5 - 12 Years)
Gymnasium
Individual $5
Community $10
Join us for monthly themed dances for 7th & 8th
Grade students. Get your friends together and get
ready to dance the night away!
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
11/21
F
6:30 – 9:30PM
12/19
F
6:30 – 9:30PM
Family $35
Individual $35
Get ready for the YBL season with drills designed to
sharpen your basketball skills.
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
AGES
10/25-11/22
SAT
10:00 11:00AM
5-6
10/25-11/22
SAT
11:15 12:15PM
7-8
10/25-11/22
SAT
12:30 1:30PM
9-12
Special Friends Dances (18+ Years)
Gymnasium
Family $5
Individual $5
Community $5
Adults with disabilities are invited to come to our
themed dances with music, friends and fun! Light
snacks and drinks will be provided. Participants that
require assistance must be accompanied by a
caregiver or family member who can attend free of
charge.
DATES
DAYS
TIMES
11/7
F
6:30 – 8:30PM
12/5
F
6:30 – 8:30PM
FACILITY RENTALS
Gymnasium/Art Stuido
Community $60
Youth Basketball League (Grades K-12)
Gymnasium
Family $65
Individual $65
Community $90
Youth Basketball League, players have one practice
and one game every week. Practices may run as
late as 8:30PM. Practices are on weeknights while
games are on the weekends.
DATES
12/6 - 3/7
DAYS
TIMES
SAT
Dependent on
team’s schedule
Member $50/hour Individual $50/hour
Community $100/hour
The YMCA is a great place to host your birthday
party, baby shower or other special event. To
learn more or to make a reservation, contact the
Welcome Center at 978-683-5266.
Register for programs online
at mvymca.org or in person at
the Welcome Center.
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Our Branches
FALL HOURS BEGIN SEPTEMBER 8TH
Andover/North Andover YMCA
165 Haverhill Street • Andover, MA 01810
978-685-3541
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 5AM - 10PM
Friday 5AM - 9PM
Saturday 6AM - 8PM
Sunday 6AM - 8PM
Lawrence YMCA
40 Lawrence Street • Lawrence, MA 01840
978-686-6191
Hours:
Monday - Friday 5AM - 10PM
Saturday 5AM - 9PM
Sunday 7AM - 3PM
Methuen YMCA
129 Haverhill Street • Methuen, MA 01844
978-683-5266
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 7AM - 7PM
Friday 7AM - 6PM
Saturday & Sunday CLOSED
Merrimack Valley YMCA
Corporate Office
101 Amesbury Street, 4th Floor • Lawrence, MA 01840
978-725-6681
Camping Services
Administrative Office
101 Amesbury Street, 4th Floor • Lawrence, MA 01840
978-975-1330
www.mvymca.org
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