|
Saratoga Regional
YMCA . December 2010
|
And the invitation goes to...YOU!
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Saratoga
Springs Branch
6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Walk the red carpet at the Y's kickoff party, the
"Premiere" Cocktail Party Fundraiser. Proceeds will benefit
our scholarship fund. In 2010, we gave out over $800,000 in
scholarships and naval susbsidies. We couldn't do it without your
support!
Food . Complimentary Beer and Wine . Music
Silent
Auction . 50/50 Cash Raffle
$50 per person or $90 per couple
Business (or "movie
star") attire is suggested.
All proceeds from this event benefit the Y Annual
Scholarship Fund.
More information...
Interested in being a sponsor or donating a silent
auction item? Contact Janet Sprague at 583-9622, ext. 131 or janets@saratogaregionalymca.org.
|
4th Annual Scholastic Book Fair
We will be
holding the 4th Annual Scholastic Book Fair in the Cyber Café at
the Saratoga Springs Branch on December 6th - 11th and
it will be open each day from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00
p.m. The fair will close on December 11th
at 12:00 noon. Everyone is welcome! This is a wonderful
tax-free, holiday shopping opportunity, where all proceeds benefit
our "We Build People" Scholarship Campaign. We will
have books for all readers, including pre-school, elementary and
middle school levels, as well as a small selection for adults.
|
Saratoga Regional YMCA
We have changed our name!
With the recent growth and expansion, we
are reaching residents beyond Saratoga County with the new
Battenkill Branch in Greenwich, NY. We are expanding into
Washington County. We need our name to reflect our growth.
You will see all publications, the Y website, signage,
etc...utilize our new name, Saratoga Regional YMCA. And, with
the brand revitalization we are implementing with YMCA's all over the
world, this is a perfect time to move in this direction.
With our new name and logo, our mission isn't
changing. Our goal is to be better able to
communicate what we stand for, our shared values and considerable
impact.
The Y: For youth development, healthy living and
social responsibility.
|
Battenkill Branch to Open in January!
Meet the NEW Branch Director
With the upcoming opening of the new branch, the
Saratoga Regional YMCA would like to announce that Yonka
Perkins has accepted the position of the Battenkill Branch
Director.
Yonka has worked in the fitness industry for over 14 years.
While working at the Saratoga Regional YMCA's Saratoga Springs Branch
as the Health and Wellness Director, she supervised more than 70 team
members, 30 Health and Wellness Coaches, 30 Group Exercise
Instructors, 7 Massage Therapists and 5 Nutritionists. Yonka
developed Group Exercise and Wellness program schedules that
innovatively deliver over 100 classes weekly to our members.
In addition, Yonka implemented the SilverSneakers
program which caters to over 1,100 active seniors.
Yonka resides in Salem, NY with her husband,
Sam. She enjoys spending time with her nieces and nephews,
reading and writing poetry, dancing, taking fitness classes, various
arts and crafts, and duathlons.
Check our home page and facebook page for photo
updates of the Battenkill Branch!
|
Get Ready
for the Holidays:
 Shop between December 1st and the 14th at the JCPenney -
Wilton Mall and you may "round-up" your
purchase to the next whole dollar-then the JCPenney Afterschool Fund
will donate the difference to the Saratoga Regional YMCA to provide
children in this community with access to life-enriching afterschool
programs.
What is the
JCPenney Afterschool Round-Up?
This nationwide program provides customers the opportunity to make
donations to the JCPenney Afterschool Fund at the cash register by
rounding up their JCPenney store purchases to the next whole dollar.
All donations collected by the Wilton Mall JCPenney store will
be donated to the Saratoga Regional YMCA's afterschool
programs!
Your change makes a difference in kids' lives!
|
Mark your calendar for the next
Zumbathon on March 4, 2011!
|
|
Are Your Valuables Locked Up?
We strongly urge members to lock up their valuables.
Lockers may be secured by members, using their own lock, while they
are in the building. Locks must be removed when leaving the building
each day. The YMCA is not responsible for valuables left unattended.
Mini lockers are available at some branch locations,
at no cost. For a token, please see the front desk.
If you leave valuables in your vehicle, please make
sure these items are out of sight.
|
|
Holiday Babysitting Hours
Saratoga Springs Branch Babysitting
Christmas
Eve - open - 8:15 am-12:30 pm (Y closes at 2 pm)
Christmas
Day - closed
New Years
Eve and Day - open - 8:15 am-12:30 pm (Y closes at 2 pm)
Wilton Branch Babysitting
Christmas
Eve - open - 9:30 am-12:30 pm (Y closes at 2 pm)
Christmas
Day - closed
New Years
Eve and Day - open - 9:30 am-12:30 pm (Y closes at 2 pm)
|
|
Modified
Holiday Schedules at the Saratoga Springs Branch
Christmas Eve Schedule
Gravity:
8:30 - 9:00 a.m. - Nicole G.
Cycle: 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. - Laura
Cycle: 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Aurora
20/20/20: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Nicole G.
Zumba: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Audrey
Yoga: 10:00
- 11:00 a.m. - Angel
New Year's Eve Schedule
Gravity:
8:30 - 9:00 a.m. - Sue
Cycle: 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. - Melissa
Cycle: 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Angel
SilverSneakers: 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. - Yonka
20/20/20: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Yonka
Yoga: 10:00
- 11:00 a.m. - Angel
|
|
YMCA Hockey Night
YMCA Night
at the Adirondack Phantoms Hockey game will be on Saturday,
December 18th at 7:30 p.m. against the Abbotsford Heat. Tickets
are $13 for adults and $11 for kids 14 and under, which is discounted
from $21.60 on the day of the game.
In order to
receive this discount, interested members will need to contact
the Adirondack Phantoms office at 480-3355 by Friday,
December 17th.
The Y
will give 3 autographed pucks to the person who books first,
travels the furthest away, and brings the most people.
Come join
the fun and cheer on our local team! For more information,
please contact Lisa Nichols at 583-9622, ext. 102.
|
|
Next Rowing Challenge
The team starts rowing again on Januray
1, 2011. As a team we will pick up where we left off,
in Amarillo Texas and head for the west coast. We will reach the
coast and head north towards San Francisco.
You may join in at any time and do not have to
participate in all the Challenges. All fitness levels are
welcome! If you have any
questions, contact Jennifer Warner, team captain, at 518-441-9274 or jbwarner@nycap.rr.com.
|
Give the Gift of Health
Buy a YMCA Gift Certificate for the holidays!
What is more important than your health? This is the
gift that truly keeps giving! Say "Happy Holidays" or
"I Love You" with a YMCA Gift Certificate.
You may give a massage, a personal training session, a membership,
swimming lessons, karate or whatever you choose!
Please see any of our branch front desks for more information.
|
Band and Kettle Bell Demonstrations
Wilton Branch
 Each half hour demo is designed to introduce you to
some basic Band or Kettle Bell exercises. Coupled with
some exciting body weight exercises, we can produce a fun,
effective, and results driven work out!
Band Demo Classes
Thursday,
Dec. 9th @ 4:30 pm
Saturday, Dec. 11th @ 10:30 am
Monday, Dec. 13th @ 10:30 am
Saturday, Dec. 18th @ 10:30 am
Thursday, Dec. 23rd @ 4:30 pm
Monday, Dec. 27th @ 10:30 am
Kettle Bell
Demo Classes
Saturday,
Dec. 11 @ 10:00 am
Thursday,
Dec. 16 @ 4:30 pm
Saturday,
Dec. 18 @ 10:00 am
Monday, Dec.
20 @ 10:30 am
Thursday,
Dec. 30 @ 4:30 pm
For more
information, please contact Christopher Defibaugh at 587-3000,
ext. 155.
|
Relieve Your Stress . . .
Get a Massage!
Here at the
Saratoga Springs Branch we offer a variety of different types of
massages--all at great prices! A few of the choices are
Swedish, Deep Tissue, Chair, Sports, Pregnancy or Hot. All of
our Massage Therapist are licensed and will create a session
specifically for you. We offer this service 7 days a
week. This service is for full members only. Please call our
Wellness Desk at 518-583-9622, ext. 216 for more information or to
schedule an appointment.
Rates:
$45 to $50 -
60 minutes
$22.50 to
$25 - 30 minutes
$65 - Hot Stone - 75 minutes
|
Corinth Branch News
FREE Women's Self Defense Class for the Y Community
Training
will be provided by Sensei Frank Matt, NiDan GoJu Karate Instructor,
at the Corinth Branch on December 11th from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Participants will learn survival skills to help in a time of
need. Plus, meet new people and learn great techniques and
skills!
Active Older Adults Holiday POT LUCK
Join your friends after the 10:00 a.m. class on December
10th. We'll begin at 11:15 a.m. and there will be a
Holiday Celebration Cookie Exchange.
Blood Drive will be
held on January 7th.(Free Pound Of Dunkin Donuts Coffee Certificate
with every donation) SAVE A LIFE!!!
GREAT WINTER GROUP FITNESS SCHEDULE! Check it
OUT!!!
|
|
Malta Branch News
By Popular Demand - We've Added
Another Zumba Class at 4:30 p.m.!
We are offering a Monday 4:30 p.m. Zumba class. Our 5:30
p.m. class will continue to be held, giving our members 2 choices for
Zumba classes on Mondays!
Zumba is a
fusion of Latin rhythms and international music with easy-to-follow
moves to create a dynamic, fun, and effective cardio workout. The
class features an interval training format incorporating fast and
slow rhythms and resistance training to tone and sculpt your body
while burning fat. You will have a GREAT time and sweat!
Silver Sneakers has been
added to Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., in addition to
the 11:30 a.m. class that is held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Fitness Cycle classes
have been added to the schedule for Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. and
Saturdays at 7:00 am. Look for Cycle & Strength on
Fridays at 9:15 a.m.
Pilates has been added to
the schedule for Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Kids Fitness has been
added to the schedule for Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Yoga has been switched
and added to the schedule for Thursdays at 4:30 p.m.
|
FREE Adult Tennis Clinics for Beginners
The Wilton
Branch is offering a free tennis clinic to beginners on December 11
from 10-11 a.m. Please contact Linda Hosmer at 852-2137 or ljtennis@verizon.net to register.
Parents Night Out
Need a night
to get some holiday shopping done? Parents Night Out, held on
December 17th, January 21st, February 18th, March 25th and April
22nd, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m., is a great opportunity to do
so or just enjoy a night out without the kids. While you enjoy a
night out, bring your kids to the Y for games, crafts and a snack.
This program is available for ages 8 weeks to 6 year olds, and
registration is required. The cost is $15 per child.
Gymnastics Class Cancellations
Gymnastics classes will be cancelled on December 14th, January
4th, January 8th, January 11th, and February 4th due to Saratoga
Springs High School Gymnastics meet.
No Open Open Gymnastics
There will be no open gymnastics on Monday, December 20th through
Friday December 31st.
|
Saratoga Springs Branch News
YMCA Family Night
Come join us for a fun-filled, FREE Friday night.
This program will include family gym time with games, pool and track
time, as well as arts and crafts. For more information, please
contact Mel LaBelle at 583-9622, ext. 120 or at mel@saratogaregionalymca.org.
Days/Times:
Fridays from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Fees:
FREE
Holidays Around the World
Celebration
Join us on December 17th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., there
will be crafts, bouncy bounce, games & a visit from Santa.
Everyone is welcome to this FREE celebration!
Healthy Kids
Night
Kids ages 10-17 may join us most Saturdays for an evening
out at the Saratoga Regional YMCA. Kids will participate in
age-appropriate activities which will utilize the gym, fitness
center, pool, track and cyber cafe. Children of all ages must be
signed in and out by an adult (over 18 years of age) and there is a
no re-entry policy. For more information, please contact Mel LaBelle
at 583-9622, ext. 120 or mel@saratogaregionalymca.org.
Days/Times:
Saturday from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m
Fees:
$5.00 member/$8.00 non-member
Open Water
and Triathlon Swim Clincs
Open Water and Triathlon Swim Clinics are now forming
for the 2011 season. Please contact Ann Svenson at annb48@earthlink.net for more
information. The fee is $35 for each 1 1/2 hour class.
Membership is not required.
Leadership
Club
The Leadership Club is cancelled this week. It will resume
on Wednesday, December 15th at 4:00 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs
Branch. Interested teens should attend. For more
information, please contact Mel LaBelle at 583-9622, ext. 120.
Babysitting Certification
Course
This program, for 11 to 15 year olds, is offered from 9:00 to
3:00 p.m. on December 18th, January 22nd, February 19th, March
19th, April 16th and May 21st . This is a Red Cross certified
course and participants are encouraged to volunteer for 6
hours at our Saratoga Springs and/or Wilton Branch Babysitting Rooms,
upon completion of this course. For more information,
please contact Erin Wilkinson at 583-9622, ext.124.
Sunday Shoppers
Sunday Shoppers is a program
where children come to the YMCA from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.
while their parents run errands, do their weekly grocery
shopping or stroll the shops downtown. We will have planned activities
for the children (between the ages of 8 weeks and 9 years old), such
as playing outside, doing a craft, or watching a movie. A snack
will be provided. The cost is $15 per child and you may
register at the front desk. Space is limited so register
early. We will offer this program on January 16th,
February 20th, March 20th and April 24th. Contact Erin Wilkinson at
583-9622, ext. 124 for more information.
Parents' Night Out
Parents' Night Out is an opportunity for parents to
have a night out! Bring back date night, ladies or guys night out, or
movie night. Every Parents' Night Out will have a theme and children
will enjoy theme-based games, crafts or movies. This program is for
children ages 8 weeks to 6 years old.
New this year is Parents Night Out II for
7 to 10 year olds. Age-appropriate activites, including
swimming, will be offered.
It will be held on January 8th, February 5th,
March 5th and April 2nd from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. The cost is
$15 per child and you may register at the front desk. Space is
limited so register early. Contact Erin Wilkinson at 583-9622,
ext. 124 for more Parents' Night Out information and Mel LaBelle at
ext. 120 for Parents' Night Out II.
Little Elves
Workshop
Bring your little elves on December 12th, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.,
to the Y to make two gifts to take home. We will provide play time
and a snack, while you catch up on your last minute holiday shopping.
The cost is $20 per child. You must register for this program.
|
|
Malta Child Care
Malta Child Care currently has openings in the
Preschool 3 year old program. This is a full day program
running from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and includes breakfast, lunch and
a snack. The cost of preschool is $200 weekly.
Let our certified, experienced staff nurture your
children and prepare them for success in Kindergarten. Children
learn to recognize and write letters, numbers and their name.
They are engaged in age-appropriate activities including swimming and
gym classes.
For more information or to schedule a tour contact Amy Wert, Malta
Branch Director, at 583-4342, ext. 181 or amy@saratogaregionalymca.org.
|
|
|
|
|
Calendar
December 7, 2010
Winter
Member Registration
All YMCA Branches
December 14, 2010
Winter
Program Member Registration
All YMCA Branches
December 20 -
January 2,
2010
No program classes
All YMCA Branches
December 25, 2010
Closed
Christmas Holiday
All YMCA Branches
January 1, 2011
New Year's Day
No program classes
All YMCA Branches
January 3, 2011
Winter Programs Begin
All YMCA Branches
This Program Might Interest You:
|
Saratoga
Regional YMCA
Inclement
Weather Policy
When
there is inclement weather, the decision to close our facilities and/or
cancel programs will be decided by the COO. This decision is
based on the state and local recommendations that we are in a declared
state of emergency. The following media will inform you
of the closing and/or cancellations if you cannot get through to the
YMCA: Capital News 9, The Times Union, WFLY 92, 810 WGY, WNYT TV, WRGB
TV, WRVE, WTEN TV, B 95.5 and WXXA TV.
|
Holiday Hours for All Branches
New Year's Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Easter -
Closed
Memorial Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
4th of July
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Labor Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving
Day - Closed
Christmas Eve
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Christmas Day
- Closed
New Year's Eve
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
NOTE: There are no programs or group fitness classes on these
days.
Be sure to check
with the branch to verify their holiday hours.
|
Share Your
Thoughts
Tell us what
you love about the YMCA! We would really like to hear from
you.
We may use your comments for marketing purposes, so if you prefer that
we don't use your name, please let us know.
Please e-mail your comments to Janet
Sprague,
Development/Marketing Director.
|
|
Dealing with Stress
Between the frenzy of school and holiday parties,
shopping, cooking, and spending, sometimes the spirit of the season
seems anything but happy. Stress, over-extended schedules, and concerns
over how the money just seems to be flying out of the wallet can turn
the season of joy to that of anxiety and hassle. But parents can turn
the holidays into a time of family and cherished quality time. How?
Here are a few ways to help families reconnect and enjoy the season.
The
Gift of Time.
Many parents trying to force holiday spirit on their family through
movies, shopping, extra activities, and often with the result of
overload. The best gift a parent can give is time! Kids love evenings
by a fire with hot cocoa and reading holiday books, and may prefer a
holiday video watched together as a family than waiting in line at a
busy movie theatre. Family games, walks in the park, and even looking
at holiday lights.
The
Gift of Sharing.
It's
better to give than to receive, right? Then turn the saying into a true
practice by volunteering TOGETHER as a family. Where? How? The options
are endless. A best bet is to choose as a family. Here are some
options to get the brainstorming started: Salvation Army bell ringers,
helping to sort and inventory items at a local food bank or clothing
collection agency, or helping to groom and care for animals at a local
shelter.
The Gift of Health.
Your kids likely can tell when you're feeling overwhelmed or tense. How
you deal with those feelings sends them a powerful message. Perhaps you
have your own set of positive stress
busters like listening
to music, reading a book, taking a bath, or working in a garden. Add
walking to the list! It's a fun, free, easy activity. Tell your kids,
"I'm having a rough day. I'm going for a walk." See if 30
minutes of brisk walking helps your feel better and improves your
outlook. Your kids will notice the positive change in you! When they
see how you use walking as a tool to manage stress, they are more
likely to use it themselves.
|
|
