BE PART OF A COMMUNITY. 2020 PROGRAM GUIDE YMCA HARTFORD | EAST HARTFORD | WEST HARTFORD | WETHERSFIELD

GHYMCA.ORG WE BUILD LIFELONG SUCCESS GHYMCA.ORG SIX YMCAs - ONE MEMBERSHIP! GHYMCA.ORG/LOCATIONS WE BUILD LIFELONG SUCCESS MEMBERSHIPThere’s something for everyone. HAS ITS PERKS DOWNTOWN HARTFORD WEST HARTFORD 90 State House Square TRI-TOWN THERE’S SOMETHING 2020 Session & Registration Dates Hartford, CT 06103 Administrative Office: WINTER: 1/6-2/16, registration starts 12/2/19 860-522-4183 12 North Main Street DOWNTOWN FARMINGTON VALLEY HALE INDIAN VALLEY WHEELER WILSON-GRAY FOR EVERYONE SPRING 1: 2/24-4/5, registration starts 1/20 DowntownYMCA.org West Hartford, CT 06107 Facilities DT FV HL IV WLR WG SPRING 2: 4/13-5/24, registration starts 1/20 • Mon-Fri 5am-9pm 860-521-5830 Wellness Center • • • • • • • Sat 7am-1pm WestHartfordYMCA.org Fitness Machines • • • • • • MEMBERSHIP IS AN AMAZING VALUE! SUMMER 1: 6/15-7/19, registration starts 5/11 • Sun 9am-3pm Tri-TownYMCA.org Free Weight Area • • • • • • SUMMER 2: 7/20-8/23, registration starts 5/11 • Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm Turf Area • • INCLUDED WITH YOUR MEMBERSHIP* FALL 1: 9/14-10/25, registration starts 8/10 EAST HARTFORD • Sat-Sun closed Functional Training Area • • • *See location availability in the matrix to the left FALL 2: 11/2-12/13, registration starts 8/10 770 Main Street Group Exercise Room & Classes • • • • • • East Hartford, CT 06108 WILSON-GRAY Cycle Studio/Classes • • • • • • • FREE group exercise classes each week Mind-Body Studio • • 860-289-6612 444 Albany Avenue • 2 hours per day of FREE babysitting while you work out* EastHartfordYMCA.org Hartford, CT 06120 Boxing Studio • GHYMCA.ORG • Mon-Thurs 8:30am-8pm 860-241-9622 Lap Pool • • • • • • Swim and play games in our indoor pools* • Fri 8:30am-5pm WilsonGrayYMCA.org Warm Water Pool • • • • • Use of all YMCA of Greater Hartford facilities/branches Water Playground • • • JOIN THE Y. JOIN A COMMUNITY. • Sat-Sun closed • Mon-Fri 5am-9pm • Seasonal use of Camp Chase Outdoor Center, with hiking trails, A YMCA membership sets you on the path to good health in spirit, • Sat 7am-6pm Sauna & Steam Room • • • • • • mind and body, helping you enjoy a full and balanced life. With no • Sun 12-6pm Whirlpool • • • • • outdoor pool, courts, giant slide, bouncing pillow, sports & more! Gymnasium & Indoor Courts • • • • contracts, your membership provides quality programs for you and Note: Programs may run at other locations when the branch/ • Early registration & big discounts for programs and classes your whole family to enjoy! We offer financial assistance for those Rock Wall • • • office is closed. See our website for schedules of programs. Gymnastics Center • • Access to Kids Night Out events and member-only family nights* who meet income requirements so that everyone can feel welcome to apply for a Y membership. Outdoor Basketball Court • • • • Work out in the fitness center with kids ages 12+, or take a family- Babysitting Room(s) • • • • • friendly group exercise class THIS BOOKLET COVERS Teen Center/Tech Center • • • • FIND THE CATEGORY THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOUR FAMILY! Outdoor Trails • • DID YOU KNOW?! Family 1 Parent ALL OF 2020, SO HOLD Conference Rooms • • • • • • 1 adult & dependent children (under age 23) sharing the same address Family Locker Rooms • • • • • • Adult Locker Rooms • • • • • • The YMCA is a non-profit, community benefit organization that Family 2 Parents ON TO IT! FOR DETAILS Locker Rentals • • • provides financial assistance for programs and membership. 2 adults & dependent children (under age 23) sharing the same address Towel Service • GHYMCA.org/donate Y Kids/Youth 6 weeks-18 Couple ages 30–64 ON TIMES, COST AND Subway Restaurant/Food Court • • Young Adult ages 19–29 *Senior ages 65+ Programs & Services DT FV HL IV WLR WG THINGS TO KNOW: Adult ages 30–64 *Senior Couple ages 65+ REGISTRATION, VISIT US Group Exercise Classes • • • • • • Specialized Small Group Training • • • • • • Members can use all YMCA of Greater Hartford facilities * Seniors who have Silver Sneakers or Renew Active qualify for a free ONLINE! Water Exercise Classes • • • • • membership. Personal Training • • • • • • Member must use home branch 51% of the time. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROVIDED Nutrition Counseling • • • • WITH HELP FROM OUR ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Adult Sports • • • • • Anyone can participate in programs at any branch, As a community benefit organization, the YMCA wants to ensure that Senior Fitness Classes/Activities • • • • • • including our program branches. Our East Hartford, West ALL members of our communities have access to our facilities and Pickleball • • • • • LiveSTRONG • • • • • • Hartford, and Tri-Town locations don’t have workout equipment, Visit ghymca.org/join to learn more and become a member programs. That is why we offer financial assistance for membership, child care, sports, swim lessons, summer camp, and more. All funds Adaptive Programs • • • • but they do offer fabulous programs for you to try! come from generous donations made to our Annual Campaigns. Lifeguard, CPR Certifications • • • • • CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP Licensed Childcare • • • • Please call our Welcome Centers today and we’d be happy to go over Infant Care • • Nationwide Membership Partner with the YMCA’s Corporate Membership program to provide your options with you! Preschool • • Visit participating YMCAs across the country. a healthy, happy workspace for you and your employees. Get In 2019, the branches of the YMCA of Greater Hartford provided Before and After School Care • • • • discounts on membership dues, value-added wellness programming $2.35 million in program Financial Assistance. Vacation or Snow Day Care • • • • and more! Birthday Parties & Rentals • • • • • • Your health insurance may pay for your membership Contact [email protected] or call Lisa Reinhardt 2020 ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Summer Camp - Preschool • • • • • Or at least some of it! Many health insurance companies at 860-595-3025. The YMCA is a place where everyone is welcome regardless of race, Summer Camp - Elementary • • • • • Summer Camp - Preteen/Teens • • • • • reimburse for memberships to fitness facilities, including YMCAs. age, religion or financial standing. Each year, the Annual Campaign Call your insurance company for details. JOIN OUR YMCA TEAM—WE’RE HIRING! raises funds for families and individuals who can’t otherwise fully Summer Learning - YBELL • Youth Swim Lessons • • • • • Employment and volunteer opportunities available. We are always afford YMCA programs and services. Adult Swim Lessons • • • • • looking for lifeguards, personal trainers, head teachers, youth sports Annual Campaign contributions are invested in people to provide Private Swim Lessons • • • • • YMCA OF GREATER HARTFORD coaches, and other positions. resources to support those in need. 100% of the money raised goes Competitive Sports/Swim Teams • • • • Visit GHYMCA.org/employment to apply! to programs and services for children, teens, adults, families and Preschool Activities & Sports • • • • • THE Y IS IN YOUR COMMUNITY: seniors, and funds raised in each community stays in that community. Youth Sports • • • • • Full Facility Branches Archery • • • • VOLUNTEER AT THE Y! For more information on how you can support the Annual Downtown Hartford Hale Wheeler We have several opportunities to participate in your community. Campaign, go to ghymca.org/donate. Soccer • • • • • 90 State House Square, Hartford 9 Technology Park Drive 149 Farmington Avenue T-Ball • • • • 860-522-4183 Putnam, CT • 860-315-9622 Plainville, CT • 860-793-9631 Visit ghymca.org/volunteer to find out more. Basketball • • • • • Farmington Valley Indian Valley Wilson-Gray Martial Arts • • • • 97 Salmon Brook Street, Granby 11 Pinney Street 444 Albany Avenue PROGRAM REFUND POLICY SE HABLA ESPAÑOL Gymnastics • • 860-653-5524 Ellington, CT • 860-871-0008 Hartford, CT • 860-241-9622 Classes run for 6 weeks unless otherwise noted. A full refund will Rock Climbing • • • Program Branches - visit us online for programming & amenities! only be issued for withdrawals received in writing before the 1st Visitanos en linea en Other Sports • • • • • class. A pro-rated refund will be issued for withdrawals after the 1st Youth Activities • • • • • • East Hartford Glastonbury West Hartford/Tri-Town 770 Main Street, East Hartford 95 Oakwood Drive, Glastonbury 12 North Main Street, class. Refunds after the 2nd class are provided only with a doctor’s GHYMCA.org/español para leer Leaders Club • • • 860-289-6612 860-633-6548 West Hartford • 860-521-5830 note for the unused portion. Deposits to secure a spot in a program Youth & Government • or for a facility rental are always non-refundable. sobre nuestros programas en español. Drama, Dance, Other Activities • • • • Kids Night Out/Teen Nights • • • • • GHYMCA.ORG HEALTH & WELLNESS GHYMCA.ORG/HEALTH PRESCHOOL & TODDLER CARE GHYMCA.ORG/CHILDCARE EAST HARTFORD TODDLER CARE MYZONE HEARTRATE MONITOR GHYMCA.org/infant-toddler-care MyZone is an innovative, wearable, heart rate-based system OFFICIAL We serve children ages 1+ who are walking and no that uses wireless technology to accurately monitor physical longer use bottles. activity. It is 99.4% accurate, allowing for maximized-success. WORKOUT It is useful for anyone who wants a gamified and motivating The YMCA of Greater Hartford uses the Early Learning experience. MyZone monitors heart rate and calories in real FACILITY OF Development Standards (ELDS) for both our toddler time, which you can monitor on your cell phone or on our LIVE and preschool children developed by the Connecticut DISPLAYS in our Wellness Centers & Group Ex rooms. THE HARTFORD Department of Education. These standards align with the Common Core, preparing children for kindergarten YARD GOATS and life after. Location: YMCA Child Care Center 70A Canterbury Street, East Hartford

FREE GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES WEEKLY MASSAGE EAST HARTFORD PRESCHOOL GHYMCA.org/groupex GHYMCA.org/downtownspa GHYMCA.org/preschool The YMCA offers a large variety of group exercise classes led by Our Downtown Hartford facility has a state-of-the-art spa The East Hartford YMCA offers 3 state-licensed, nationally- trained, motivating, and energetic instructors. Try cardio, strength offering deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, and Swedish accredited school readiness preschool programs. The programs offer full food service. The goal of our programs is to nurture young and conditioning, yoga and Pilates, and Zumba, water exercise, massage. Schedule your relaxation today! people by providing a safe place to learn, develop trusting relationships and build self-confidence. The YMCA of Greater Hartford uses senior-specific classes, and more. There’s no pre-registration or fee Available at Downtown Hartford Early Learning Development Standards developed by the Connecticut Department of Education, which align with Common Core, preparing for our group exercise classes, so check the schedule, drop into a children for kindergarten and life. class, and start working out. PERSONAL TRAINING LOCATIONS: • Full schedule of classes available at Downtown Hartford & GHYMCA.org/personaltraining First Church Larson Center YMCA Child Care Center Wilson-Gray Spend time with a personal fitness trainer in a one-on-one 837 Main Street, East Hartford 81 Woodlawn Circle, East Hartford 70A Canterbury Street, East Hartford • Zumba available at East Hartford (drop-in or monthly fee) setting. Our trainers are educated professionals with years of *Under renovation until summer 2020 experience who can help anyone—working professionals, new SENIOR PROGRAMMING moms, seniors, athletes, and more. The YMCA take great care in For child care at the East Hartford YMCA, contact 860-289-6612. GHYMCA.org/seniors matching members with the right trainer. The YMCA now offers programming designed for our senior Your initial visit includes a review of your health history, lifestyle population! We offer a variety of programs designed with seniors in and goals. Your personal trainer can then help you achieve goals mind, including land- and water-based exercise classes; pickleball; through personal attention, accountability and expertise. Save GHYMCA.ORG/SCHOOLAGE-CHILDCARE educational seminars; game days; and so much more! money with packages, ranging from 4 to 52 sessions! • Full schedule of FREE classes, workshops & clubs available Available at Downtown Hartford & Wilson-Gray BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL at Downtown Hartford, East Hartford & Wilson-Gray MOCHA - MEN OF COLOR HEALTH AWARENESS WILSON-GRAY (HARTFORD) TRI-TOWN (WETHERSFIELD) FITPATH GHYMCA.org/communityhealth BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE GHYMCA.org/fitpath The MOCHA program was developed to improve the health and Locations: We serve all kids in the Wethersfield Public Schools District. FREE introduction to wellness at the Y wellness of men of color. This collaborative effort engages men • Annie Fisher STEM & Montessori School (AM & PM care) The YMCA’s Before and After School program is licensed by the Our goal is to help you make the most of your membership and be of color in an educational and social experience with the support • Breakthrough II Magnet School (AM & PM care) Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. We offer a curriculum for successful at the Y. The FitPath is a time for you to sit down with and motivation necessary to make lifestyle and community • Noah Webster Microsociety School (AM & PM care) elementary-aged children that teaches confidence, encourages a Wellness Coach to discuss your fitness background and how you changes. • Capitol Prep (PM care only) self-expression and enriches social development. move. Then we can show you how to use the equipment you’re most Available at Wilson-Gray this spring • Hartford Pre-K Magnet School (PM care only) We accept Care 4 Kids and offer financial assistance. Betances Early Reading Lab (AM & PM care) interested in, discuss a plan of action, and suggest which exercise • Locations: classes will best meet your needs. YMCA WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM • RJ Kinsella Magnet School (AM & PM care) • Emerson Williams School Remember, the FitPath is only one part of your overall My Y Journey Health and wellness at the YMCA is more than just working HIP & FIT • Hanmer School orientation! We plan to take you around the building and introduce out. This fall, we will offer a 12-week, fee-based evidence- Highcrest School This FREE program for kids in grades K-3 focuses on homework, • you to all the Y has to offer, and then devise a weekly plan to help backed program to improve your body, mind, and spirit. Busing: you get the most out of your membership! Starting in Fall 2020, the YMCA will offer the YMCA of the USA’s STEAM and fitness. We encourage families to let children stay in • Students at Webb School will be bused to Emerson Williams in Available at Downtown Hartford & Wilson-Gray Weight Loss Program. This evidenced-based program is designed the program for the entire 3 hours to get the full experience. the morning and afternoon to help people seeking a healthier weight achieve their goals Schedule: Monday-Wednesday, after school for 3 hours • Students at Charles Wright School will be bused to Hanmer LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA by making small, modest changes to their daily behaviors and *Does not run on half days School in the afternoon ONLY GHYMCA.org/livestrong forming sustainable, healthy habits. Rather than advocate for specific or restrictive short-term solutions, this program helps NO SCHOOL DAYS NO SCHOOL DAYS This is a free, 12-week health and exercise program for adult cancer participants build skills for successful lifestyle changes. survivors to achieve their holistic health goals. LiveSTRONG at the When school is out for vacation, the YMCA offers a fun-filled full- When school is out for vacation, the YMCA offers a fun-filled full- Y offers group-based physical activity and well-being programming Available at Downtown Hartford & Wilson-Gray day program. The Y offers theme-based activities, games, sports, day program. The Y offers theme-based activities, games, sports, and provides a supportive community. and arts & crafts. Please provide a nutritious lunch and drink for arts & crafts, and occasional field trips. Please provide a nutritious your child. 8-4 lunch and drink for your child. Downtown Hartford: Sessions start in March & September THE GREAT HARTFORD Wilson-Gray: Session starting this spring 2020 Dates: 2020 Dates: • February 17, 18 • February 14, 17, 18 • April 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 • April 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 SLIMDOWN • December 28, 29, 30 • October 12 Grades: pre K-6 • November 3, 11 WILL BE BACK FOR SPRING & FALL 2020! JOIN US AT Contact Information - Health & Wellness For child care at Wilson-Gray YMCA, • December 28, 29, 30 Downtown Hartford: 860-522-4183 DOWNTOWN HARTFORD OR WILSON-GRAY! contact 860-241-9622 Grades: K-6 Wilson-Gray: 860-241-9622 Visit GHYMCA.org/slimdown for more info. For child care at Tri-Town YMCA, contact at 860-462-6209 SPORTS GHYMCA.ORG/SPORTS YOUTH ACTIVITIES GHYMCA.ORG/ACTIVITIES BASKETBALL DOWNTOWN HARTFORD GHYMCA.org/basketball GHYMCA.org/footlights East Hartford Tri-Town Footlights Performing Arts & Education Program Winter, Spring 1, Fall 1, Fall 2 Spring 1 Schedule: Monday-Friday after school • Parent/child • Parent/child, ages 2-3 Ages: 5-17 • Co-ed, grades K-2 • Co-ed, ages 3-4 FootLights is a performing arts and education program designed to help youth discover their talents in a safe, fun environment. The • Co-ed, grades 3-4 program focuses on both the artistic and the academic success of participants. Classes include: show choir, dance, step & drill, martial Wilson-Gray arts, African drumming and theater. At the end of each school year, there’s a performance. Private tutoring is provided with computer West Hartford Different programs run different sessions, access, monthly field trips, workshops, and performances, and students just looking for homework help are welcome to attend. For more Winter, Spring 1, Fall 2 call branch for info information or to schedule an audition, please contact the branch 860-595-3056. • Parent/child, ages 2-3 • Instructional, ages 4-11 • Co-ed, ages 3-4 • Co-ed basketball league, ages 10-13 WILSON-GRAY • Co-ed, ages 5-grade K • Adult Men’s Open League, ages 19+ GHYMCA.org/wilson-gray-activities-clubs • Co-ed, grades 1-2 • Sunday School Women’s League, ages 21+ Best Buy Teen Tech Center - GHYMCA.org/bestbuy • Girls, grades 1-2 • Shoot Hoops Not Guns Summer League, • Girls, grades 3-4 ages 14-18 Ages: 13-19 • Boys, grades 3-4 Schedule: Monday-Friday 3:30-7:30pm | Saturday 10am-2pm • Boys, grades 5-6 This space is FREE for teen members of the Y to use The Best Buy Teen Tech Center is a project-driven, experimental learning program that provides teens with the opportunity to explore their SOCCER & ADAPTIVE SOCCER own ideas, develop new skills and build confidence in themselves through the use of technology. GHYMCA.org/soccer-and-tball EAST HARTFORD TRI-TOWN WEST HARTFORD WILSON-GRAY YMCA Achievers Spring 2, Fall 1 Spring 2, Fall 1 Spring 2, Fall 1 Winter Ages: 10-18 • Parent/child • Parent/child, ages 2-3 • Parent/child, ages 2-3 • Co-ed Indoor League, ages Schedule: 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month, 9:30am-12pm | runs • Co-ed grades K-2 • Co-ed, ages 3-4 • Co-ed, ages 3-4 6-13 October through April • Co-ed, ages 5-7 The Y Achievers program helps youth raise their academic standards, • Adaptive co-ed, ages 5-10 develop a positive sense of self, build character, explore college and career options, and learn from role models who inspire them. We work to encourage young people to develop and pursue educational career OTHER SPORTS goals with assistance and guidance from professionals in a variety of GHYMCA.org/other-sports careers fields and employment backgrounds. WEST HARTFORD WILSON-GRAY • Grades 5-6 - Building Character/Communicating Through the World ARCHERY Spring 2, Fall 1 VOLLEYBALL Winter, Spring 1, Spring 2, Summer 1, Fall 1 of Multi-Media • Co-ed ages 6-17 • Co-ed ages 13+ • Grade 7 - Entrepreneurship/Fun & Finance • Grade 8 - Science & Technology (STEM) VOLLEYBALL Spring 2, Fall 1 DANCE Year round • Grades 9-12 - Youth & Government • Grades 11-12 - Y-University-City/Leadership Development • Co-ed ages 6-17 • Ballet • Hip Hop Y-TIP (Teen Incentive Program) FLAG FOOTBALL Spring 2 • Creative Movement Ages: 10-18 • Co-ed grades 3-5 • Drill • Jazz/Tap Schedule: 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month, 9:30am-12pm | enrollment is ongoing year round SPORTS OF ALL SORTS Spring 2, Fall 1 BISHOPS CHESS CLUB Year round This is a FREE program; participants earn a youth membership or • Parent/child ages 2-3 alternative incentive. • Co-ed ages 3-4 Ages: 8+ Schedule: Wednesdays 6-8pm year round | No registration This program removes barriers for neighborhood teens, linking them to academic and social support systems during middle and high required school. We provide incentives for teens who exemplify the Y core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Y-TIP utilizes an This is a FREE program for members innovative curriculum and field trips to help youth become engaged in the community and learn to become the leaders of tomorrow. Summer Safe Streets Ages: 8-18 MARTIAL ARTS/JUJITSU Schedule: Monday-Friday, 12-8pm | runs July 1-August 14 WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING Fee: $55 GHYMCA.org/martialarts This Youth Development Summer Program located in our Pre-Teen & Teen Centers provides a fun and engaging summer season for our EAST HARTFORD WILSON-GRAY FOR VOLUNTEERS, INCLUDING youth. It’s jam-packed full of activities and field trips for your son or daughter to take part in! Year round Year round • Ages 4-12 • Co-ed ages 5-18 COACHES! VISIT US AT Boys With A Purpose & Girls Creating A Future • Ages 13-adult GHYMCA.ORG/VOLUNTEER Ages: 8-18 Schedule: enrollment is ongoing year round TO LEARN MORE! This is a FREE program for members These programs engage youth to expand their horizons beyond their daily environments. Boys With A Purpose provides youth with activities that promote non-violence, and empowers young men to pursue greatness through community service, guest lectures and Contact Information - Sports, Activities, & Camp interactive workshops. Girls Creating A Future fosters innovating thinking by exposing young women to creative ideas in the arts, healthy *NOTE: Many of our programs run at off-site living and career possibilities. The girls gain confidence and self-esteem. locations. To find where a program is running, East Hartford: 860-289-6612 visit us online at the websites listed below, or Tri-Town: 860-521-5830 call our branches at the contact numbers listed ForWest inquiries Hartford: regarding 860-521-5830 youth development, to the right. Call branches for pricing. contactWilson-Gray: the Welcome 860-241-9622Center at 860-871-0008. DAY CAMPS GHYMCA.ORG/CAMPING REGIONAL & OVERNIGHT CAMPS GHYMCA.ORG/CAMPING EAST HARTFORD CAMP CHASE GHYMCA.org/campnowashe CampChase.org Traditional Camp, Specialty Camps, Leadership Camp SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS: Traditional Day Camp, Sports Camps, Specialty Camps, Leadership Camp, Preschool Camp Ages: K-grade 10 YEAR-ROUND AND ADULT OFFERINGS: Retreats, Conferences Team Building, School Trips Schedule: Camp Day: 9am-4pm | Before camp care: 7-9am | After camp care: 4-6pm Camp Chase, on the border of Burlington and Farmington, is all about discovery and outdoor exploration. Preschool through teens have the Location: Location in East Hartford opportunity to discover nature, find new talents, try new activities like archery and bouldering, or climb the wall, gain independence and Dates: June 15-August 21; camp runs on 1-week sessions make lasting memories through participating in crafts, swimming lessons, sports, and more. Camp Nowashe is the perfect camp for young people looking for a diverse experience during the summer. With weekly field trips, specialty Free busing available from several towns camp options, sports camp and fun weekly themes, every day is fresh and new. We also offer summer memberships! Members can enjoy our outdoor pool and facilities for free on evenings and weekends TRI-TOWN between Memorial Day & Labor Day, or you can purchase a summer membership or day pass to come visit! GHYMCA.org/camppyquag CAMP JEWELL Traditional Camp CampJewell.org Ages: 3-15 Schedule: 3 day and 5 day per week options | Camp Day: 9am-4pm | Before camp SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS: Traditional Day Camp, Traditional Overnight Camp (New in 2020: 1 or 2 week sessions), Horseback care: 7-9am | After camp care: 4-6pm (Before & After camp care included in the cost Riding Camp (day and overnight),Teen Adventure Camp, Leadership Camp of camp) YEAR-ROUND AND ADULT OFFERINGS: Family Camps, Volunteer Weekends, Mother-Daughter Horseback Riding Weekends, Location: Hanmer School in Wethersfield Women’s Wellness Weekends, Retreats, Conferences, Team-Building, School Trips Dates: June 15-August 21; camp runs on 1-week sessions Camp Jewell, located in the foothills of the Berkshires in Colebrook, Connecticut, is much more than a place for kids to get away from home, Camp Pyquag offers engaging, progressive programming to make every day and meet new friends, and have fun. It provides children with a community of caring adults who build self-respect and a safe environment adventure special. Campers will have the opportunity for indoor and outdoor time. where a kid can be a kid. Swimming, hiking, field trips, and indoor gymnasium access is balanced with outdoor sports and games. CAMP WOODSTOCK WEST HARTFORD CampWoodstock.org GHYMCA.org/campwesthartford SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS: Traditional Day Camp, Traditional Overnight Camp, Leadership Camp Traditional Camp YEAR-ROUND AND ADULT OFFERINGS: Family Camps, Volunteer Weekends, Retreats, Conferences, Team-Building, School Trips : 3-15 Welcome to The Friendship Camp! Summer camp is all about the kids, and our primary goal is to provide a safe and welcoming environment Ages for our campers. We hire and train counselors who easily connect with each individual camper and provide countless opportunities for Schedule: 3 day and 5 day per week options | Camp Day: 9am-4pm | Before camp care: 7-9am | After camp care: 4-6pm (Before & After camp care included in the cost of camp) campers to make friends and build relationships. We are known as The Friendship Camp for good reason: Campers have been making lifelong friendships at Camp Woodstock since 1922! Location: Location in West Hartford Dates: June 15-August 21; camp runs on 1-week sessions Camp West Hartford, also known as “Camp WeHa”, is all about having a great time in a safe and fun environment! The staff at Camp West Hartford pride themselves on being extremely energetic and attentive all summer long! Children ages 3-15 will try new activities, gain confidence, and make friendships and memories that will last a lifetime! Campers participate in traditional camp activities such as field games, arts & crafts, swimming, field trips and special guests! MEMBERS SAVE BIG ON OVERNIGHT CAMP! SAVE BELL Power Scholars Academy Ages: children entering grades 1-4 $175 PER WEEK AS A YMCA OF GREATER HARTFORD Schedule: 5-week program | Camp Day: 9am-4pm | Before camp care: 7-9am | After camp care: 4-6pm (Before & After camp care included in the cost of camp) FAMILY MEMBER! Location: Location in West Hartford Dates: June 22-July 24 At West Hartford BELL Power Scholars Academy, your camper can have a way-better- than-ordinary camp experience this summer all while preparing to leap back into the school year with a head-start! Through a transition over the course of the summer, campers will gradually dig into grade-level lessons with certified teachers and instructional coaches. Your child will spend the first half of their day in a classroom with a certified teacher and be instructed though the BELL curriculum which has been proven to improve children’s scores in math and reading in addition to increasing their self-confidence in the classroom! During the second half of the day, your child will participate in STEM activities, nature activities, and themed games! Campers will be excited to come to camp every day, leave every day tired, and at the end of the summer they will have learned more than they’ll ever realize! WILSON-GRAY GHYMCA.org/campdakota Traditional Camp Ages: ages 3-13, LIT program available for children ages 14-15 Schedule: Full day: 9am-4pm | Half day: 12-4pm | Before camp care: 7-9am | After camp care: 4-5:30pm | LIT program: 9am-2pm Location: Wilson-Gray YMCA weeks 1 and 10 | Learning Corridor weeks 2-9 Dates: June 15-August 21; camp runs on 1-week sessions Camp Dakota is a traditional camp, even though it is held in a school; we do arts & crafts, fishing, hiking, swimming, field games and more. We serve preschool through teens and expose them to new things such as learning to swim, making new friends, and lifelong memories. SWIMMING GHYMCA.ORG/SWIMMING ANNUAL EVENTS GHYMCA.ORG/EVENTS LEARN TO SWIM AT THE Y! HAVE FUN WITH A SPLASH OF CONFIDENCE! DOWNTOWN Every day children and adults learn to swim at the Y! Swimmers enhance their skills, learn to be safe and healthy, and build their confidence with HARTFORD YMCA our progressive lessons, which turn beginners into experts. The Y ensures a low instructor-to-student ratio so that participants Mission in Motion Spinathon (April) get personal attention. With a wide selection of classes and schedules, GROUP SWIM LESSONS you’re sure to find one that fits your needs and your schedule. GHYMCA.org/swimlessons HEALTHY KIDS DAY: We offer group swim lessons at two locations: FootLights End of Year Show (June) VISIT GHYMCA.ORG/SWIMLESSONS FOR SCHEDULES • The Downtown Hartford YMCA offers swim les- sons for children ages 6 months and older, all the MAY 16, 2020 way through adulthood Paint Night (November) GROUP SWIM LESSONS CLASS SELECTOR • The West Hartford YMCA offers swim lessons STEP 1: What age group does the student fall into? at the Mandell JCC in West Hartford for children ages 6 months through 12 years old 6 months-3 years 3 years-5 years 6 years-12 years 13+ years Choose the appropriate lessons for you and your family PARENT & CHILD PRESCHOOL SCHOOL AGE TEEN & ADULT in the class selector to the left, and learn more about our STAGES A-B STAGES 1-4 STAGES 1-6 STAGES 1-6 programming and prices online. All age groups are taught the same skills, but are divided according Available at Downtown Hartford & West Hartford to developmental milestones. STEP 2: Which level is your child ready for based on his or PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS EAST HARTFORD her skills? GHYMCA.org/privateswimlessons We offer private and semi-private 30-minute swim lessons A YMCA Can the student respond to verbal to fit your schedule. Lessons are for any age and skill level. NOT YET? WATER cues and jump on land? Contact us to schedule your lesson today! DISCOVERY Available at Downtown Hartford Halloween at the Y (October) Is the student comfortable B working with an instructor WATER FITNESS CLASSES NOT YET? WATER Winter Wineland (December) without a GHYMCA.org/waterexercise EXPLORATION parent in the water? We have several weekly, FREE water exercise classes! Find our schedule and class descriptions online. 1 Will the student go under water Available at Downtown Hartford NOT YET? WATER voluntarily? ACCLIMATION TEST. MARK. PROTECT. GHYMCA.org/test-mark-protect 2 Can the student do a front and The YMCA of Greater Hartford has a new swim test model NOT YET? WATER back float on his or her own? and marking system to ensure our youngest members’ MOVEMENT safety. All children ages 16 and younger must be swim tested with our new tests. Children will then receive a green band, yellow band, or red band so that lifeguards Can the student swim 10-15 3 instantly know each child’s swimming ability. WEST HARTFORD & yards on his or her front and NOT YET? WATER back? STAMINA LEHY SWIM TEAM TRI-TOWN YMCAS 4 GHYMCA.org/LEHY Can the student swim 15 yards of Benefit Night (November) NOT YET? STROKE front and back crawl? For over 50 years, the Laurel East Hartford INTRO YMCA Swim Club (LEHY) has been developing youth through the sport of swimming. Our young swimmers have been named to the Academic All- Can the student swim front crawl, 5 American Team, and have been ranked nationally back crawl, and breast stroke NOT YET? STROKE among YMCA teams and USA Swimming teams. across the pool? DEVELOPMENT • The LEHY Short Course Season runs WILSON-GRAY YMCA SUPPORTING OUR ANNUAL CAMPAIGNS September-March/April, ages 8 through high The YMCA of Greater Hartford hosts events Can the student swim front crawl, 6 school National Night Out (August) throughout the year to bring together members of back crawl, and breast stroke NOT YET? STROKE • The LEHY Long Course Season runs April- the community and to support the Branch Annual across the pool and back? August Campaigns. All money donated to the Annual Campaign MECHANICS Back-to-school Hair Cuts & Backpacks and raised at events goes towards helping those in To learn more or try out for our team, contact our communities that could not otherwise afford to head senior coach Kaeley Steinnagel at participate in our programs and services. If you’d like [email protected] or call the East Hartford Thanksgiving at the Y (November) to give back, visit GHYMCA.org/donate to learn more! Contact Information - Swimming YMCA at 860-289-6612 Downtown Hartford: 860-522-4183 Available at East Hartford Benefit Brunch (December) West Hartford: 860-521-5830 GHYMCA.org/events NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID HARTFORD, CT PERMIT # 142

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