1. Healthcare

A SEASON
OF GROWTH
Spring Program Guide
ASHTABULA COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Nurturing the potential of every youth and teen.
Session Dates: Break Weeks: March 30 - April 5
Spring 1:
March = Mar 2 to Mar 29
Spring 2:
April
= Apr 6 to May 3
Spring 3:
May
= May 4 to May 31
CHILD CARE & EDUCATION
Before & After School Programs
Running all school-year long, this
program includes fun activities, crafts,
homework help, games, swimming,
gym time and more - all in a safe
environment. This program also
provides all day “fun club” activities
on school days off and snow days.
Our before and after school programs
are state certified and have a
curriculum that is aligned to the
Common Core and Ohio New learning
standards. Topics are based on the
children’s interests within the
classroom and focus on cultural,
developmental and linguistically
appropriate practices.
Spring Preschool & Kindergarten
Readiness Programs
Designed to help children make the
transition from home to school while
preparing the older ones for
Kindergarten. Includes swimming
instruction.
Ages: 3 to 5 years old
When: M/W/F 8:30am to 12:00pm
Fee: One-time Registration $15
Member $40/week
Regular $60/week
All Day Spring Preschool
All day child care for preschool age
children. Includes Preschool and
Kindergarten Readiness classes.
Ages: 3 to 5 years old
When: M-F 6:30am to 6:00pm
Financial assistance is available
Fee: One-time Registration $15
through the Ohio Department of Job &
Full Time 25+ hours/week
Family Services and the Y for families
Member
$110.50/week
that qualify.
Regular
$130/week
Part Time <25 hours/week
Locations:
Member
$80.75/week
Ashtabula Family YMCA - with
Regular
$95/week
transportation to/from AACS
Ridgeview Elementary School
Child Watch
Kingsville Elementary School
Babysitting for kids while their
Register at the Ashtabula YMCA
parents are working out or taking a
for all sites.
class. Limit of 2 hours per day.
Ages: Kindergarten to 12 years old
When: Mon-Fri 6:30am to 6:00pm
Ages: 10 weeks to 10 years
Fee: One-time Registration $15
When:
Before School and/or After School
Mornings
All Locations
Mon - Sat 8:00-12:00
Full Time 25+ hours/week
Evenings
Member
$110.50/week
Mon - Thu 5:00-8:00
Regular
$130/week
No evening hours on Fri/Sat
Part Time <25 hours/week
Fee: Members FREE
Member
$80.75/week
Regular $2/hour
Regular
$95/week
Ridgeview and Kingsville Only:
Part Time <10 hours/week
Member
$42.50/week
Regular
$50/week
Spring1: March
Member 2/1/2015
Open 2/15/2015
Registration Start Dates
Spring 2: April
Member 2/1/2015
Open 3/15/2015
Spring Break Fun Club
Hop into spring with us! This year’s
theme is Back to Nature. Activities
include building bird houses, making
pinecone bird feeders, a trip to
Kraynack’s, bowling, and swim and
gym time.
When: March 30 - April 3
April 6 - April 7
9am - 3pm
Ages: Kindergarten to 12 years old
Fee: Registration $15/school year
Member
$110.50
Regular
$130
Field Trip Fee TBA
Registration: February 1 - March 29
Presidents’ Day Fun Club
The theme is Taking the Lead at the Y.
Activities include Styrofoam art,
crafting with seniors, blind balloon
mine field game, leader tells all game,
and swim and gym time.
When: February 16
9am - 3pm
Fee: Family Member
$25.50
Member
$28
Regular
$30
Sweethearts’ Night Out
Leave the kids with us at the YMCA.
Kids bring their PJs and enjoy arts and
crafts, SA swim, movie and a snack!
Ages: 6 months to 12 years
When: Fri 5:30-8:30pm
February 13
April 3
Fee: Family Member $5/child
Member $8/child
Regular $10/child
Healthy Kids’ Day
This annual event showcases multiple
aspects involved in having a safe,
happy and healthy childhood. There
will be arts and crafts, community
leaders, healthy snacks, exercise and
more! This event is FREE and open to
the public
When: Saturday, April 25
1 to 3pm
Spring 3: May
Member 2/1/2015
Open 4/15/2015
Register For
Programs Online!!
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org/online-registration
EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP
SWIM, SPORTS, & PLAY
Teen Y Club
The Teen Y Club has come to the
Ashtabula County Family YMCA! Teen
Y will provide teens with extensive
leadership training and offer
opportunities for service to the YMCA
and the community. Teen Leaders
Clubs also serve as a recruiting
program for future Y professionals.
Teens between the ages of 12 and 17
develop leadership skills, fostering
within them a culture of service in
addition to knowledge and training
that will help them better serve others
and shape a healthy and productive
life for themselves. See the front desk
for more information. The club is also
looking for one or two adult advisors.
Contact Trevor if interested.
Ages: 12 to17 years old
When: 2nd and 4th Thursday Each
Month, 7:00-8:00pm
Fee: $25 One-Time Registration
Member: $2 Club Meeting Dues
Regular: Must be a Y member.
Financial assistance available.
Baton Lessons
Lessons include one baton, two baton,
three baton, strut, dance twirl, pairs,
majorette line, knives, fire, lighted
baton, hoop, majorette tryouts, flag
and competitive twirling. Instruction
by Marilyn Burgess, certified coach
and judge by the United States
Twirling Association, with Deborah
Frye. Classes are co-ed.
Registration:
February 1 - March 9
When: Tuesday Evenings
6 week session
March 10 - April 28
No lessons 3/31 and 4/7
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE
Age: 5 and up
Fee: Member $25
Regular $30
ADVANCED
Age: 5 and up
Fee: Member $30
Regular $35
For more information, please
contact Marilyn at (440) 998-5423
Tutoring
This is an individual one-on-one
tutoring session for children that will
serve to further supplement their
classroom learning in a variety of
subjects.
Ages: 7-17
When: Ongoing
Time: 1 hour sessions
By Appointment Only
Fee: Member $25
Regular $35
Family Fitness Center Orientations
Parents can now accompany their
children to the downstairs fitness
center. But first, families must take
and pass a one-time fitness center
orientation class. This class will teach
children and parents how to safely
operate the fitness equipment and get
the most out of their workout.
Ages: Families with children under 14
When: Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm
Fee: FREE for members
Space is limited, so be sure to register
at the front desk to reserve your spot.
Martial Arts
Ages: 7 to 13 years old
(Adult & Teen Martial Arts also
available. See page 5)
When: 4 weeks, 7 classes per session
Wed 6:00-7:30pm
Sat 10:00-11:00am
No class 2nd Saturday each month
Fee: Family Member $20
Member $30
Regular $50
Micro Sports
Each session, boys and girls will gain
an appreciation for physical activity
and learn the basics of a different
sport.
Ages: 3 to 5 years old
When: Mondays 5:00-5:30pm
4 week sessions
Fee:
Member
$15
Regular
$25
Mar:
Basketball
Apr:
Soccer
May:
Track and Field
Adventure Island: Kid Fit
A fun class incorporating fitness and
fun to encourage kids to be fit.
Ages: 6 to 10 years old
When: Mon 4:20-5:00pm
Fee:
4 week sessions
Member
$12
Regular
$25
Adventure Island: Youth Strength
Each week will be a new challenge as
Youth Fitness Room
children practice the proper use of
Workout equipment designed just for weight equipment to improve health
kids. Youth must be accompanied by
and learn the benefits of strength
an adult. Please see the front desk for training.
access.
Ages: 7 to 12 years old
Ages: 7 years to 4’10” tall
When: Wed 4:30-5:30pm
When: During regular building hours Fee:
4 week sessions
Fee:
FREE: Members Only
Member
$12
Regular
$25
Ashtabula County Family YMCA
Ashtabula Family YMCA
263 W Prospect Road
440-997-5321
Spring Youth Soccer
This is a non-competitive,
instructional co-ed league. The focus
of the league is on learning the
fundamental skills of soccer in a
setting where winning is down-played
and character development is
highlighted.
Ages: 6 years through 6th grade
When: Saturday morning games
Practice one evening per week
April and May
Fee: Member $30
Regular $50
Registration: February 1 - March 30
$10 Late Fee after March 30
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org
Session Dates: Break Weeks: March 30 - April 5
Spring 1:
March = Mar 2 to Mar 29
Spring 2:
April
= Apr 6 to May 3
Spring 3:
May
= May 4 to May 31
SWIM, SPORTS, & PLAY
SWIM LESSONS AGES 0-5
The prerequisites indicate what the child is
expected to do prior to the class in which they
will be participating. Listed below are some of
the skills and activities that the child will be
working on in that level. In order to move to the
next level child must have the instructor’s
recommendation.
Fee: 4 Week Session
Family Member $15
Members $18
Program Participant $35
LITTLE DIPPERS
No swim skills necessary. Parent with Child.
A program for parents with children from 6
months to age 3. Focus on water adjustments,
safety, and basic swimming skills preparing
them for the preschool levels. Parent or
guardian must accompany each child in water.
PIKE
Beginning swim skills.
Prerequisites: Must be at least
3 years old. No swimming skills
necessary, toilet trained, comfortable without
parent.
Skills/Activities: Water adjustment and comfort
with submerging face, front & back float with
**IFD, front paddle, back paddle, and side
paddle (all strokes 10m with IFD and 5ft.
without IFD).
Next Level: Pike, Eel or Polliwog if 6 years old.
EEL
Advanced beginning swim skills
(*ARC Level 1).
Prerequisites: Pike skills
Skills/Activities: Front and back
float, jump into shallow water, front paddle,
back paddle and side paddles strokes (all
strokes 25m with **IFD and 15ft. without IFD).
Next Level: Eel, Ray, or Polliwog if 6 years old.
RAY
Intermediate swim skills
(*ARC Level 2).
Prerequisites: Eel skills.
Skills/Activities: Front & back
float, tread water, jump into deep water, front
alternating paddle, front symmetrical paddle,
back alternating paddle, back symmetrical
paddle, side paddle strokes (all stokes 25m with
**IFD and 20ft. without IFD).
Next Level: Ray/Starfish or
Guppy if 6 years old.
Day
Class
Time
TUES
Pike
5:00-5:30pm
TUES
Polliwog, Minnow/Fish
5:00-5:45pm
TUES
Polliwog
5:40-6:25pm
TUES
Pike
5:55-6:25pm
TUES
Guppy
5:55-6:40pm
TUES
Eel
6:30-7:00pm
THURS
Little Dippers, Pike, Ray/Starfish
5:00-5:30pm
THURS
Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow/Fish
5:40-6:25pm
SAT
Little Dippers, Pike, Eel
10:00-10:30am
SAT
Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow/Fish
10:40-11:25am
SAT
Flying Fish/Shark/Porpoise
11:35am-12:20pm
STARFISH
Advanced swim skills
(*ARC Level 3).
Prerequisites: Ray skills.
Skills/Activities: Front & back
float, tread water, jump into deep water from
height, front alternating paddle, front
symmetrical paddle, back alternating paddle,
back symmetrical paddle, side paddle strokes
(all stokes 25m with **IFD and 40ft. without
IFD).
Next Level: Guppy or Minnow
Next Level: Ray/Starfish or Guppy if 6 years old.
*ARC = American Red Cross
**IFD = Individual Flotation device
SWIM LESSONS AGES 6+
The prerequisites indicate what the child is
expected to do prior to the class in which they
will be participating. Listed below are some of
the skills and activities that the child will be
working on in that level. In order to move to the
next level child must have the instructor’s
recommendation.
Fee: 4 Week Session
Family Members $10
Members $18
Regular $35
POLLIWOG
Beginning swim skills
(*ARC Level 1 & 2).
Prerequisites: Must be at least 6 yrs. old; no
swim skills necessary.
Skills/Activities: Water adjustment and feel
comfortable submerging face, front & back float
with IFD, front paddle, back paddle, and side
paddle (all strokes 10m with IFD and 5 ft.
without IFD).
*It is recommended that children attend swimming
lessons twice a week to provide better results.
Spring1: March
Member 2/1/2015
Open 2/15/2015
GUPPY
Advanced beginning swim skills
(*ARC Level 3).
Prerequisites: Polliwog skills.
Skills/Activities: Front & back float,
tread water, jump into deep water, front
alternating paddle, front symmetrical paddle,
back alternating paddle, back symmetrical
paddle, side paddle strokes (all strokes 25m).
Next Level: Polliwog or Guppy
Registration Start Dates
Spring 2: April
Member 2/1/2015
Open 3/15/2015
MINNOW
Intermediate swim skills
(*ARC Level 4).
Prerequisites: Guppy skills.
Skills/Activities: Resting float, tread water for 1
minute, confident in deep water, front and back
alternating stroke with overarm recovery, rotary
breathing, rudimentary breaststroke, side
stroke, elementary backstroke (all strokes 25m).
Next Level: Minnow or Fish
FISH
Advanced swim skills (*ARC Level 5).
Prerequisites: Minnow skills.
Skills/Activities: Front crawl, back
crawl, breaststroke, elementary backstroke, side
stroke (all strokes 50m), rudimentary butterfly
25m with fins and 15 ft. without. Tread water
for 2 minutes.
Next Level: Fish & More
FLYING FISH
Advanced swim skills (*ARC Level 6).
Prerequisites: Fish Skills.
Skills/Activities: Front crawl, back crawl,
breaststroke, elementary backstroke, side
stroke (all strokes 100m), rudimentary butterfly
25m. Tread water for 6 minutes. Flip turns.
Spring 3: May
Member 2/1/2015
Open 4/15/2015
HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health & well-being.
SPORTS AND RECREATION
Register For
Programs Online!!
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org/online-registration
HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS
Synchronized Swimming Clinic
This clinic will introduce you to the
fundamentals of synchronized
swimming. We will work in small
groups to practice technical
maneuvers and basic skills and learn a
short routine. Minnow level and
above swimming skills required.
Ages: 6 to 18 years
When: May, dates TBA
Fee:
TBA
Red Cross Lifeguard Class
Successful completion of this class
will allow you to earn your Red Cross
certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid,
and CPR/AED. Candidates must first
pass a pretest consisting of swimming
300 yards, treading water with no
hands, and retrieving a brick from the
deep end. In order to earn
certification, students must attend all
class sessions and pass all written
and skills tests. Certification is valid
Adult Basketball
for two years. An optional Waterfront
Pick-up games
module will be offered following class
Ages: 18 and older
which will allow lifeguards to work on
When: Mon, Wed, Fri 12:00-2:00pm the beach.
Fee:
Member FREE
Ages: 15 and older
When: May 18 - 22 4:30-9pm
Golf Clinic
Fee:
Member
$165
Join Jim Lebzelter and 5 quality
Regular
$210
instructors for the annual spring golf
Waterfront $20 extra
clinic. All levels of golfer are welcome.
Waterfront Only $35
Fundamentals and advanced methods
will be covered including short game, Community First Aid/CPR Classes
chipping, putting, pitching, lob and
You can earn your Red Cross First Aid
knockdown shots, wedge play, short
and CPR certification at the Y. This
and long iron, fairway woods and tee course is great for anyone involved
shots. Registration includes both
with sports or the elderly, or who just
days of the clinic, t-shirt, and a free
wants to feel confident in themselves
golf lesson from Dave Smith, one of
and their ability to help out in an
the top golf instructors in PA, who will emergency. This class is partially
also make an appearance at the clinic. online and partially in the classroom.
Ages: Anyone
Ages: 12 and older
When: Saturdays, March 21 and 28 Class Offerings:
2:30 to 4:30pm
Sat 3/28
9am-12pm
Fee:
Member
$20
Wed 4/15 5-8pm
Regular
$35
Sat 5/30
9am-12pm
Half price registration for anyone who Fee:
Member
$40
donates a full set of used clubs for
Regular
$65
the Golf Merchandise Day!
Registration due at least 10 days
prior to class date
Golf Merchandise Day
Donate any unneeded golf clubs,
Martial Arts
apparel and accessories, and come
Ages: 14 years to adult
shop at the Golf Merchandise Day.
When: 4 weeks, 7 classes per session
More details coming soon.
Wed 7:30-9:00pm
When: April, exact date TBA
Sat 11:00am-12:00pm
Fee: Family Member $20
Member $30
Regular $50
Ashtabula County Family YMCA
Ashtabula Family YMCA
263 W Prospect Road
440-997-5321
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org
Red Cross Junior Lifeguarding
This fun and educational course is
designed to help prepare young
aspiring lifeguards for the Red Cross
Lifeguarding course. The class
focuses on building a foundation of
knowledge, attitudes and skills of
future lifeguards. Participants get an
introduction to first aid, CPR, and AED
skills, as well as development of
swimming skills and practice on
in-water rescues. Successful
completion of this class will lead to
volunteer opportunities at the Y
including swim lesson assistant and
swim lesson spotter.
Ages: 11-14 years old
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays
March 31 - May 30
4-6pm
Fee:
Member $50
Regular $60
Red Cross Babysitting Classes
Earn your Red Cross Babysitting
certification with this course.
Ages: 11 and older
Class Offerings:
Sat 3/28
12:30-7:00pm
Sat 5/30
12:30-7:00pm
Fee:
Member
$40
Regular
$65
GIVE TO THE Y!!
When you give to the Y,
you are funding lifechanging programs that
help millions of children,
adults and families in
Ashtabula, the United
States, and even all
around the world!
Session Dates: Break Weeks: March 30 - April 5
Spring 1:
March = Mar 2 to Mar 29
Spring 2:
April
= Apr 6 to May 3
Spring 3:
May
= May 4 to May 31
HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS
Adult Group Beginner Swim Lessons
It’s never too late to learn how to
swim. Whether you have a fear of the
water, never had the opportunity to
SilverSneakers®
learn, or just never took the time, now
SilverSneakers® is a fun, energizing
program that helps older adults take is your chance to develop a new skill
that will allow you to feel more
greater control of their health by
comfortable in and around the water,
encouraging physical activity and
as well as giving you access to a
offering social events. Check with
great activity for exercise and
your healthcare provider to see if you
enjoyment.
qualify. Silversneakers® participants Ages: 20 and older
are permitted access to the Y and
When: Thursday evenings 6:35-7:20
free participation in group exercise
Fee: 4 week session
classes.
Member
$15
Ages: Seniors
Regular
$35
Fee: See your healthcare provider
Silver&Fit®
The Silver&Fit® Program is an
exercise and healthy aging program
specifically designed for older adults
who want to improve their quality of
life through exercise and fun by
offering free or low-cost health club
memberships at leading fitness
facilities nationwide.
Ages: Seniors
Fee: See your healthcare provider
Teen Group Swimming Lessons
Are you 13 to 19 year old and want
to learn to swim? Meet with an
instructor and a group of your peers
to learn the basics or work on form.
Ages: 13 to 19 years
When: Thursday evenings 6:35-7:20
Fee:
Member
$15
Regular
$35
Advanced Swim Conditioning
Take your swimming workout to the
next level with this class. Focus will
Fitness Nutrition Coaching
be on speed, endurance, and stroke
Provides emotional support, identifies improvement.
roadblocks, provides encouragement, Ages: 13 and older
and fitness tips, offers nutritional
When: Thursdays 6:35 to 7:20pm
suggestions, and promotes
Fee:
4 week session
accountability.
Member
$15
Ages: All ages
Regular
$35
When: By Appointment
1st appt., 30 minutes
Private Swim Lessons
Follow-up appt., 15mins
Improve your swimming skills with
Fee:
Members Only
one-on-one instruction no matter
FREE
what your age!
When: By Appointment
Personal Training
Fee: Members 30 minutes
Ages: All ages
$15 Private lesson
When: By appointment
$25 Semi-private
Fee: Members only
Regular 30 minutes
1 - 1 hour apt $30
$25 Private lesson
5 - 1 hour apts $145
$40 Semi-private
Spring1: March
Member 2/1/2015
Open 2/15/2015
Registration Start Dates
Spring 2: April
Member 2/1/2015
Open 3/15/2015
Deep Water Running Class
Whether you are training for a
marathon or just looking for an
intense workout, our Deep Water
Running Class is the thing for you!
This class will contain interval &
resistance workouts. No need to be
an expert swimmer, adult float belts
will be provided.
Ages: 12 and older
When: Mondays 7 to 7:30pm
Saturdays 9 to 9:30am
Fee:
4 week session - Mon and
Sat both included in fee
Member
$15
Regular
$35
Lecture Series
Continuing this winter is our monthly
educational series for active older
adults in which Registered Nurses
from University Hospitals will be
giving presentations on various
topics. Presentations are free and
open to the public.
Where: All-Purpose Room
When: 11:15am
Topics of the series include:
March 10 - Heart Healthy Attitudes
for Older Adults
April 14 - Healthy Crock Pot Meals
May 12 - National Stroke Awareness
Month
Health Screenings
University Hospitals will also be
holding complimentary health
screenings that are free and open to
the public. These include blood
pressure, blood sugar, body mass
index, and random total cholesterol.
Eight hour fasting is recommended
but is not necessary. No reservations
needed; walk-ins welcome.
When: Wednesday, May 13
8-10am and 4-6pm
Spring 3: May
Member 2/1/2015
Open 4/15/2015
Register For
Programs Online!!
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org/online-registration
HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS
WATER EXERCISE
Water Exercise Classes
The objectives of the YMCA water
fitness programs are Spiritual, Mental,
and Physical development. Our
programs are a part of our mission, to
help people develop character and a
positive sense of self worth. By
helping people exercise to the degree
that they are capable, we are setting
the foundation. Please join us in our
quest to help you achieve your
personal goals. Classes meet each day
except for Sunday.
Aquacize
A light cardio workout that is gentle
on your joints. Increase strength and
flexibility using a variety of water
exercise equipment. Join us for water
volleyball the first Friday of each
month!
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
Deep Water Toning
A no-impact class that utilizes a
variety of water exercise equipment
and provides high resistance for the
whole body. Deep water provides a
resistance environment for
strengthening major muscles, core
muscles, as well as arms and legs.
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
H2cardiO
This water fitness class will raise your
heart rate with various exercises and
games. It’s like a party in the water!
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
SilverSplash®
This class offers fun, shallow-water
movement to improve agility and
flexibility while addressing
cardiovascular, strength, and
endurance conditioning.
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
AquaDANCE
A low impact light cardio workout in
the shallow end of the pool. Get your
heart rate up by dancing in the water
to your favorite classic and
contemporary hits.
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
Masters
Lap swim for those who are serious
about lap swimming.
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
AquaZumba®
This class infuses Latin rhythms with
easy to follow dance moves to create
a dynamic water workout that is fun!
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
Water Walk
This is a low-impact, light-intensity
workout set to music, that uses the
natural resistance of the water to
strengthen core musculature, increase
balance, coordination and flexibility by
performing various types of walking
forward, backward, and sideways
through the water.
When: See Pool Schedule
Fee: FREE for Members
FOR CLASS TIMES AND OPEN SWIM TIMES,
PLEASE TAKE A SCHEDULE LOCATED AT
THE FRONT DESK, OR VIEW IT ONLINE
Ashtabula County Family YMCA
Ashtabula Family YMCA
263 W Prospect Road
440-997-5321
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org
Session Dates: Break Weeks: March 30 - April 5
Spring 1:
March = Mar 2 to Mar 29
Spring 2:
April
= Apr 6 to May 3
Spring 3:
May
= May 4 to May 31
HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS
Group Exercise
We have more than 50 group exercise
classes to choose from. ALL are free
to Y members and don’t require
registration. See our schedule and
descriptions available online or at the
front desk. Watch for upcoming
fitness contests and fundraisers, as
well as additional evening kettlebell
classes to begin in the fall!
GROUP EXERCISE
Tai Chi/Chi Kung
This class combines the arts of
relaxation, meditation, and physical
fitness.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Zumba®
An exhilarating, effective, easy-tofollow Latin-inspired, calorie-burning
dance fitness party.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Muscle Pump
Put a little muscle into your workout
and join us for a class designed to
build muscle strength and endurance
with low to medium weights and high
repetitions.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Zumba® Gold
Based on the same dance moves used
in the original Zumba® class. The
Gold class, however, is less intense,
with dance routines designed for
beginners and older adults using
modified movements.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Cardio Muscle Pump
Challenge your cardio, your strength
and your endurance. Paired with fun
music, the hour goes by quickly.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Vinyasa Yoga
Group Cycling
Vinyasa Yoga, in which movement is
Set to music, this workout takes you
synchronized to the breath, is a term
through an intense ride. Instruction is that covers a broad range of yoga
given for seat and handlebar settings, classes. This style is sometimes also
heart rate monitoring, and ride
called flow yoga, because of the
intensity. Every fitness level is
smooth way that the poses run
welcome!!
together and become like a dance.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Fee:
FREE for Members
Gentle Yoga
This class will relax, unwind and
release stress through yoga poses and
stretches to soothing music. Calming
and peacefulness will help ease your
stress with meditation as well.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Core Strong
Strengthen, tighten and shape your
abs.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Spring1: March
Member 2/1/2015
Open 2/15/2015
Registration Start Dates
Spring 2: April
Member 2/1/2015
Open 3/15/2015
Spring 3: May
Member 2/1/2015
Open 4/15/2015
Register For
Programs Online!!
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org/online-registration
HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS
GROUP EXERCISE
Pound Pro®
A pair of Ripstix, fun upbeat music,
and great choreography make this
workout one you won’t want to miss
out on!
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Basic Step
An easy-to-follow step class with
a lot of fun choreography. A
great way to burn calories and
tone your body. All fitness
Levels are welcome.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
XYZ
It stands for x-tra years of zest. This
is a class for active seniors to improve
strength, cardio and flexibility. All
fitness levels may participate. The
class contains no high impact moves.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Circuit Training
A fast-paced class in which you do
one exercise for 30 seconds to 5
minutes and then move on to another
exercise. It’s like a game of musical
chairs.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Cardio Sculpt
A variety of aerobic and strength
exercises such as cardio work on the
step and the use of weights and/or
bands for toning and conditioning.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Pilates
Learn and practice gentle yet
challenging non-impact strength and
toning exercises using strength
training equipment on the floor and/or
standing.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch
This class will move your body
through s complete series of seated
and standing yoga poses. Chair
support is offered to safely perform a
variety of postures designed to
increase flexibility, balance and range
of movement, while also promoting
stress reduction with restorative
breathing exercises.
When: See Group
Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Kettlebell
A great overall workout.
Use kettle bells and bands
to help focus on strength and
flexibility as well as working
on your cardiovascular.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
VISIT US ON FACEBOOK
FOR THE LATEST NEWS!!
Ashtabula County Family YMCA
Ashtabula Family YMCA
263 W Prospect Road
440-997-5321
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org
Boot Camp
This workout combines intense moves
to condition the body using
kickboxing, boot camp and circuit
training exercises.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
SilverSneakers® Muscle
This is designed for our seniors to
have fun and move to the music
through a variety of exercises
designed to increase muscular
strength, range of movement and
activity for daily living skills. Handheld weights, elastic bands with
handles and a ball are offered for
resistance, and a chair is used for
seated and/or standing support.
When: See Group Exercise Schedule
Fee:
FREE for Members
Session Dates: Break Weeks: March 30 - April 5
Spring 1:
March = Mar 2 to Mar 29
Spring 2:
April
= Apr 6 to May 3
Spring 3:
May
= May 4 to May 31
HEALTH, WELL-BEING AND FITNESS
SPECIAL EVENTS
English as Second Language
Able is now offering free ESL Classes
at the Y. ¡Clases de ingles gratis!
These classes will help adults learn to
speak, read and write English. Las
clases para adultos para aprender a
hablar, leer, y escribir ingles. No
registration is necessary; just come in
during the class hours.
When: Monday and Wednesday
Lunes y miercoles
1-4:30pm and/or
5-8:30pm
Fee:
FREE and open to public
Gratis para todos
Youth Overnighter at the Y
Give Mom and Dad a night off and
spend the night at the Y! Enjoy
swimming, basketball, games, movies,
and a spaghetti dinner. Fun and
responsible adults will be present to
supervise and facilitate all activities.
Children are not required to stay all
night, although prior arrangements
will need to be made for anyone
leaving early. Bring your friends and
Ohio Boater Education Certificate
enjoy!
Take the National Association of State Age:
5 to 18
Boating Law Administrators approved When: Spring overnighter date TBA
OBEC class, and earn your Ohio
10pm to 6am
boating certificate. This certificate,
Check in 9:30 to 10pm
which never expires, is required for
Fee:
Member $10
Adult Empowerment Workshop Series anyone born on or after January 1,
Regular $15
Accomplish your goals and move
1982 in order to operate any boat or
toward a more successful life with
personal watercraft over 10
Over-the-Hill Swim Meet
Community Action’s Empowerment
horsepower in the state of Ohio. The Come test your speed in this friendly
Workshop Series now offered at the Y. course lasts just 8 hours including the competition. This meet is for
Each session focuses on one area of
test, and is full of useful information swimmers 19 to over-the-hill. It will
life and provides simple solutions to
for anyone who owns any type of
contain standard meet events and a
everyday issues or problems. By
watercraft or just enjoys being on the few fun races. Register at the Y or
learning new methods for dealing with water.
online. You will choose your events
those stressful moments in life, you
Ages: 12 years and older
on the day of the meet. The cost
will gain confidence so you can
When: Mondays, April 13 and 20
includes all of your events and a tee
continue to move toward your goals.
5 to 9pm
shirt:
Session topics include Self
Fee:
Member
$10
When: Saturday, March 14
Management Skills, Time Management,
Regular
$15
Warm-ups begin at 1pm
Getting and Keeping a Job, and much
Fee:
Now - March 7:
$25
more. Due to the grant that provides
March 8 - March 13: $30
funding for this series, there is an
Spring Community Swim
March 14:
$35
income based eligibility requirement
It’s time for a pool party. Nonfor the fall/winter sessions, and you
members can test the waters in our
Member Appreciation Day
must be at least 18 years old to
pool for a fee during Saturday Open
Thank you for being a Y member! To
attend. Pre-registration is required.
Swim for the months of February
show our appreciation, light
Call (440) 997-5957 to schedule a
through May. This pass only applies
refreshments will be offered to any
registration appointment.
to the pool.
members who wish to join us.
When: Every Wednesday
When: Saturdays in Feb through May When: Tuesday, February 24
Now through April 15
2 to 3:30pm
9-11am and 5-7pm
4:30-5:30pm
Fee:
$10 per family
Fee:
FREE for members
Fee:
Free to anyone eligible
Stay up to date on
the latest news at
the Ashtabula YMCA
by subscribing to
our e-newsletter!
Spring1: March
Member 2/1/2015
Open 2/15/2015
Registration Start Dates
Spring 2: April
Member 2/1/2015
Open 3/15/2015
Spring 3: May
Member 2/1/2015
Open 4/15/2015
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Giving back and providing support to our
neighbors.
Register For
Programs Online!!
www.AshtabulaYMCA.org/online-registration
GLOBAL SERVICES
Global Services
At the Y, building a strong community
begins at home. Ys in the U.S. help
young people develop cultural
competencies, they allow diverse
populations to connect to the
community, and assist individuals
around the world gain access to lifechanging resources and support. As
an interconnected global network, the
Y has resources and solutions to build
bridges and make our changing
communities stronger—both at home
and abroad.
World Service Campaign
YMCAs in more than 120 countries
work every day—often in challenging
social, economic and political
environments—to give people the
tools and resources to create a better
future for themselves and their
families. Each year, YMCA of the USA's
World Service Campaign raises and
distributes funds to help Ys become
stronger and better able to respond to
the critical social issues that are
keeping people from reaching their full
potential.
VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING
Volunteerism & Giving
The generosity of others is at the core
of our existence. It is only through the
support of our volunteer and public
and private donors that we are able to
give back to the community we serve.
Annual Support Campaign
We never turn anyone away due to an
inability to pay because at the Y we
are for people, not profit. 100% of
your contribution to this campaign not
only stays in Ashtabula County, but
goes directly to help one of our
neighbors in need. See the front desk
or go to ashtabulaymca.org/give to
make your contribution and become a
part of the Y’s efforts to provide
youth development, healthy living, and
social responsibility for all.
CFK Recycling Program
This program is a free electronics
recycling program that provides a year
-round fundraising opportunity for the
Y. We can accept:
 Cell Phones
 Laser & inkjet cartridges
 Laptops
 iPods®
 Digital cameras
 DVDs
Legacy Club
 GPS devices
These supporters have remembered
 PDAs
the Ashtabula County YMCA in their
 Video games & consoles
will and have left behind financial
 Scientific & graphing calculators
support to sustain the legacy of the Y  iPads®/tablets/readers
and their own legacy by ensuring their
name will remain as a reminder of our
ALL TOGETHER BETTER
past and direction for our future. All
contributions are added to our
endowment.
We are a powerful association of
Goodwill Donation Bin
Bring your used clothing to the
Goodwill donation bin located in the
YMCA parking lot and help two great
causes. For each pound of clothing
left in this bin, Goodwill will donate a
small amount to the Y’s Annual
Support Campaign. Clothing does not
need to be wearable to qualify, but
non-clothing items will not count
toward this program.
Ashtabula County Family YMCA
Ashtabula Family YMCA
263 W Prospect Road
Volunteer Opportunities
With a focus on youth development,
healthy living and social responsibility,
Y volunteers give men, women, and
children of all ages and from all walks
of life the resources and support the
need to be healthy, confident,
connected and secure. See our front
desk or visit our website for more
information on opportunities to
volunteer.
men, women and children joined
together by a shared commitment
to nurture the potential of kids,
to promote healthy living, and to
foster a sense of social
responsibility.
At the Y, our focus on health and
well-being helps children, adults
and families find balance in life.
That is why we are here with you
every day. We want to make sure
you, your family and community
have the resources and support
to help you learn, grow and
thrive.
Facility Hours:
Monday through Friday:
Saturdays:
Sundays:
BUILDING RENTALS
GENERAL POLICIES
Reciprocity and AWAY Program
Ohio YMCAs have partnered to offer
reciprocal memberships statewide.
The program allows Ohio YMCA
members to access any YMCA in the
state, at no charge when they present
a valid YMCA membership ID card. For
out of state Y members, we are happy
to honor your home Y’s membership
for up to two weeks at no charge with
a valid membership card. Ask at the
desk about alternate arrangements if
in town longer than two weeks.
5:00 am to 9:00 pm
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Financial Assistance
At the Y, we are for people, not profit.
We only charge what is necessary for
the extensive services we offer to our
community. This said, the Y is for
everyone, regardless of age, income,
or background. If our membership
rates are keeping you from joining the
Y, please see our front desk or call
about financial assistance. It will be
our pleasure to help.
Valuables
Please do not bring valuable items to
Refunds and Credits
the Y. If you choose to do so, please
Program fees must be paid in full to
be sure to bring a lock and lock all
hold a spot in any class. There are no items in a locker. The Y is not
refunds for any class or program. In
responsible for lost or stolen items.
the event that the Y must cancel a
Lockers are provided for day use or
class or program, we reserve the right may be rented by the year.
to offer a make-up class or a system
credit that can be used for future
classes or programs.
Disciplinary Actions
The Ashtabula YMCA has a discipline
policy based on accepted ideals,
values, and behaviors. One’s conduct
is subjective to a review by the
professional staff. Suspension or
revocation of your membership
(without refund) could result should
you choose to behave in an
unacceptable manner in the YMCA or
anywhere on its grounds.
Event Rentals
Having a party, birthday, anniversary,
family reunion, graduation party, or a
baby shower? How about doing it at
the Y! The Y has rooms available to
rent for your special event, including
the pool, the gymnasium, the outdoor
pavilion, and even overnight building
rentals. Discounts offered to Y
members. Visit the front desk for
details.
STAFF & BOARD MEMBERS
Key Staff
Trevor Sprague, CEO
Cheryl Johnson, Membership Director
Brian Pruitt, Program Director
Annette Griffin, Child Care Director
Henri De Villers, Finance Director
Bonnie Konczal, Fitness Coordinator
Tia Spronz, Aquatics Coordinator
Jodi Fowler, Outreach Coordinator
Executive Board Members
Andy Juhola, Interim President
Debbi Waring, Secretary
Keith OConnell, Treasurer
Board Members
Cheryl Longden, Gil Lieber, Jodi Mills,
Albert Camplese, Jim Pierce-Ruhland,
Patrick Colucci, VJ Sodd, Dana Schulte,
Tim Bowler, Olajuwon Cooper
Dates to Remember

2/1 - Member Registration becomes available for March, April and
May sessions







2/1 - Winter Open House
2/15 - Open Registration for March




4/5 - Y Closed for Easter




5/15 - Open Registration for June
2/24 - Member Appreciation Day
3/14 - Over the Hill Swim Meet
3/15 - Open Registration for April
3/27 - Last Day of Fitness Challenge 2015
3/30 - Last Day to Register for Youth Soccer League
4/15 - Open Registration for May
4/25 - Healthy Kids’ Day
5/1 - Member Registration becomes available for June, July and
August sessions
5/25 - Y Open 7 to 10am for Memorial Day
6/12 - Golf Outing
9/19 - 6th Annual Dinner/Lottery Raffle @ Andrus Party Center
Ashtabula County YMCA | 263 W Prospect Road | Ashtabula, OH 44004