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JAMAICA Y 89-25 Parsons Boulevard JAMAICA,JAMAICA YMCANY 11432 89-25 Parsons Boulevard Jamaica,718-739-6600 NY 11432 Pymcanyc.org/jamaica 718-739-6600 ymcanyc.org/jamaica WHY WE’RE HERE

FOR Nurturing the potential of every child and teen YOUTH We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and DEVELOPMENT what they can achieve. That’s why, through the YMCA, millions of youth today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement.

FOR Improving our community’s health and well-being HEALTHY ,QQHLJKERUKRRGVDFURVVWKH¾YHERURXJKVWKH<0&$LVDOHDGLQJYRLFHRQ LIVING health and well-being. The Y brings families closer together, encourages good  KHDOWKDQGIRVWHUVFRQQHFWLRQVWKURXJK¾WQHVVVSRUWVIXQDQGVKDUHG interests. As a result, nearly 400,000 youth, adults and families are receiving the support, guidance and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, mind and body.

FOR Giving back and providing support to our neighbors SOCIAL The YMCA has been listening and responding to New York City’s most RESPONSIBILITY social needs for 160 years. Whether developing skills or emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse demographic populations through global services, or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through collaborations with policy makers, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and deserve.

We’re Here for Good. It’s been the signature phrase of New York City’s YMCA since early 2008, and it describes the Y’s commitment to building the foundations of-and strengthening-our communities, through nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving community health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support neighbors.

We’re here for you and your family. We’re here for the community. We’re here for good.

2 | JAMAICA YMCA 2015 GET ENGAGED :HNQRZ¾UVWKDQGKRZGLI¾FXOWLWFDQEHWR¾QGEDODQFHLQOLIH7KDW¶VZK\ZH¶UHKHUHZLWK\RXHYHU\ day, making sure that you, your family and our community have the resources and support needed to learn, grow and thrive. With a focus on developing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors, your participation will not just bring about meaningful change in yourself, but in your community too. Here are some of the ways you can get involved.

FEES Membership Types Jamaica YMCA Joiner’s Fee City-wide Fee Queens-wide Fee Joiner’s Fee* Family II (2 adults/kid) $85/mo $65 $172/mo $120/mo $125 Family I (1 adult/kid) $61/mo $65 $114/mo $95/mo $125 Adult (18-64) $51/mo $65 $97/mo $67/mo $125 Older Adult (65+) $39/mo $65 $78/mo $54/mo $125 Student $39/mo $65 $78/mo $54/mo $125 Teen (12-17) $34/7mo $65 n/a n/a n/a Youth (up to 11) $62.50/ 2mo $62.50 n/a n/a n/a

*125 joining fee applies to City-wide and Queens-wide memberships

MEMBERSHIP Join the Jamaica YMCA and become part of a community committed to helping you and your kids learn, grow and thrive. Y members receive full access to the facility’s Fitness Center, Gym and Locker rooms; priority registration for classes and programs; discounts on classes and programs with a fee; and six guest passes each year to share with friends.

The option for a Queens-wide or City-wide membership allows you to use any of the other YMCAs. Each of which offers quality facilities and programs... and swimming pool (except Ridgewood and Flatbush YMCA).

JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 3 You may know the Y for our pools, classes, gyms, basketball courts or summer camps, but in New York City the Y is so much more. We also offer transformative programs in teen leadership, afterschool learning, work readiness, cultural assimilation and international exchange for young New Yorkers.

All of it free or at low cost for those who need it most.

That’s where you come in. Help us make the city stronger as we reach people of all ages and all backgrounds in every borough. When you volunteer or give, you’re building a stronger New York City.

With your help we can do so much more.

The Y. So Much More™

Please give today. ymcanyc.org/give

4 | JAMAICA YMCA FALL/WINTER 2015 JAMAICA Y INFORMATION STAFF LISTING HOURS OF OPERATION 2015 Cedric Dew Monday - Friday: 5:00 am - 10:00 pm SESSION & REGISTRATION DATES Executive Director Saturday: 6:30 am - 8:00 pm x 6001, [email protected] Sunday: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm SESSION 1 REGISTRATION DATES Members: December 20, 2014 Gloria E. Messam HOURS OF OFFICE Development Associate Non-Members: December 27, 2014 Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm x 6002 [email protected] Saturday: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm SESSION 1 DATES Sunday: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm January 2, 2015 - February 22, 2015 Sheila Clark-Hawkins Director, Membership & Healthy Lifestyles HOLIDAY HOURS SESSION 2 REGISTRATION DATES x 6005, [email protected] Members: February 7, 2015 Easter Nadia Arroyo Non-Members: February 14, 2015 Sunday, April 5 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Aquatics Director SESSION 2 DATES x 6006, [email protected] Memorial Day February 23 2015 - April 26, 2015 Monday, May 25 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Juliet Beecher SESSION 3 REGISTRATION DATES Independence Day Youth & Family Director Members: April 11, 2015 Saturday, July 4 7:00 am - 8:00 pm x 6014, [email protected] Non-Members: April 18, 2015

Lenis Perez Labor Day SESSION 3 DATES Teen Coordinator Monday, September 7 7:00 am - 8:00 pm April 27, 2015 - June 21, 2015 x6012, [email protected] Thanksgiving SESSION 4 REGISTRATION DATES Fred Middleton Thursday, November 26 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Housing Director Members: June 13, 2015 x6017, [email protected] Christmas Eve Non-Members: June 20, 2015 Thursday, December 24 7:00am - 3:00 pm SESSION 4 DATES Thomas McTernan Business Manager Christmas Day June 29, 2015 - August 23, 2015 x 6007, [email protected] Friday, December 25 – Closed SESSION 5 REGISTRATION DATES Nelson Perez New Years Eve Members: August 22, 2015 Assistant Business Manager Thursday, December 31 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Non-Members: August 29, 2015 x 6008, [email protected] New Years Day SESSION 5 DATES Orlando Rivera Friday, January 1 8:00 am - 8:00 pm September 8, 2015 - November 1, 2015 Property Manager (On these holidays, group exercise classes will x 6025, [email protected] SESSION 6 REGISTRATION DATES not be available. ) Members: October 17, 2015 Sabrina Lewis Non-Members: October 24, 2015 Admininstrative Assistant x 6022, [email protected] SESSION 6 DATES November 2, 2015 - December 23, 2015

Contact Us Phone: 718-739-6600 | Email: [email protected] | Web: ymcanyc.org/jamaica | facebook.com/jamaicaymca WELLNESS PROGRAMS ...... 6-9 FAMILY PROGRAMS ...... 10-11 YOUTH AND TEEN PROGRAMS ...... 13-17 MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION ...... 19-21 LOCATIONS ...... 32

JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 5 DISCOVERING WELLNESS ADULT/OLDER ADULT WELLNESS PROGRAMS

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Fitness Orientation Personal Training 1HZWRWKH<":HRIIHUDFRPSOLPHQWDU\¾WQHVV Looking for a new challenge or need some additional orientation with one of our staff for all new members as PRWLYDWLRQ"$FHUWL¾HG<0&$3HUVRQDO7UDLQHUFDQEH an introduction to our cardiovascular and strength training just what you need. Our trainers will evaluate your equipment. Appointments can be scheduled at the Member health history and lifestyle to design a program that Services Desk. ZLOOVSHFL¾FDOO\PHHW\RXUQHHGVDQGKHOS\RXDFKLHYH your goals. Y FitStart Program Personal Training Introduction Pricing If you’ve been thinking about exercising but don’t know where to begin, the Y FitStart Program is for you. It’s # Sessions 1 3 5 10 designed for those new to exercising or those who haven’t Member $50 $85 $235 $440 exercised for some time and want instruction, support, and Non-Member $70 $115 $300 $550 motivation. The Y FitStart Program will help you develop and maintain a physically active lifestyle to meet your own All personal training sessions are one (1) hour in length. personal needs and goals. Personal Training Session Cancellations & Polices The 12 week program includes four sessions with a A client may cancel directly with the trainer without penalty Y FitStart Coach. Please sign up for Y FitStart at our by giving 24 hours notice. If notice is not given within a Membership Desk. This program is 24-hour period, the client will be charged for the session. FREE for all YMCA members. All sessions are valid for one year from date of purchase. Only YMCA training staff is permitted to conduct personal training sessions within the facility.

6 | JAMAICA YMCA 2015 GROUP EXERCISE All Adult Exercise Classes are FREE for YMCA members! Insanity – Insanity is a high intensity total body conditioning. It builds lean muscle and upper-body Belly Dancing – Learn the basic moves of Egyptian art GH¾QLWLRQZLWKVWUHQJWKWUDLQLQJDQGSRZHUPRYHV*UHDW form while awakening muscles for body toning and IRULQWHUPHGLDWHDQGDGYDQFHG¾WQHVVHQWKXVLDLVWV revitalization of the soul. You will learn how to isolate different parts of the body, while having fun. Kettlebell – This is a total body workout that blends highly effective techniques for improving muscular endurance, Bhangra- A type of popular dance music combinig Punjabi total body coordinated movements and cardiovascular folk traditions with Western pop music, fusing traditional conditioning. Each movement and progression is taught drum-based music with elements of reggae, ragga, hip hop, with an emphasis on safety, highlighting essential body rock, soul and dance. alignment. Take your body to the next level with Kettlebell Body Conditioning – Combines aerobics, strength WUDLQLQJ WUDLQLQJDQG¿H[LELOLW\ Kickboxing – An intense full body conditioning Bollywood - Bollywood dance is a fusion of traditional and utilizing interval training techniques which has been proven IRONGDQFHVFODVVLF,QGLDQGDQFHDQGZHVWHUQLQ¿XHQFHV WRVLJQL¾FDQWO\LPSURYHHQGXUDQFHVWDPLQDVSHHGDJLOLW\ such as jazz, hip hop and modern. muscle tone, weight loss. Class combines kicks and punches while using boxing gloves and a heavy bag. The bag creates Bootcamp °$QHI¾FLHQWFLUFXLWWUDLQLQJZRUNRXWWKDW resistance to help burn fat and shape your body. challenges your entire body, utilizing calisthenics such as pushups, jumping jacks, crunches and other body weight Low Impact – A freestyle workout geared towards the exercises. infrequent exerciser, older and beginner. Cardio Carbret – Get a great workout while recieving the PIYO™- Isn’t your standard Pilates and yoga classes. EHQH¾WVRIUHOHDVLQJ\RXULQKLELWLRQVDQGOLEHUDWLQJ\RXU PIYO™ speeds everything up by introducing you to dynam- feminie, in a safe and fun enviornment. LF¿RZLQJVHTXHQFHVWKDWFDQEXUQVHULRXVFDORULHV*HW ready to lengthen and tone your muscles while increasing Cardio Kickboxing – This high energy class combines \RXU¿H[LELOLW\ muscle conditioning with kickboxing combinations of ® punches and kicks in a variety of drills, exercises, and Pound - A full body cardio jam session, combining light self-defense techniques. resistance with cinstant simulated drumming. The workout fuses cardio, pilates isometric movements, plyometrics and Core Training – This class focuses on abdominal, back and isometric poses into series. core muscle training and stabilization to improve the body’s ® overall functional strength. Spinning – Enjoy this all levels group cycling class. Spin your way to a slimmer, healthier body. Core Fusion – This core workout uses a stability ball, free weights, and pilates movements to target and tone the Stabality Ball Chi Chuan - Learn how to use your core abdominal muscle. It develops core strength while more effectively and focus on strength training using sta- HQKDQFLQJVWDELOLW\¿H[LELOLW\DQGEDODQFH bility balls. Drums Alive® – It is unique and different from every other Tai Chi Chuan – An ancient Chinese Martial exercises that workout you’ve tried before – it captures the essence of is performed in slow motion to develop inner strength, movement, rhythm and combines it with fun and delivers energy and balance. Instrumental in alleviating symptoms UHDO¾WQHVVUHVXOWV'UXPV$OLYH® choreography is designed and/or eliminating certain chronic functional disorders, WREXUQIDWLPSURYHSK\VLFDODQGPHQWDO¾WQHVVDQGDERYH such as DOOEHIXQ,WLVDJUHDWIDPLO\DFWLYLW\ diabetes, blood pressure, arthritis, asthma etc. Gospel Rock( Dance Aerobic) – A Christian expression of Total Body Conditioning – A full body workout designed prayer or worship through body movement. The dancers will to strengthen and tone the upper and lower body using an UHVSRQGZLWKDQDSSURSULDWHGDQFHZKLFK¿RZVRXWRIWKH DVVRUWPHQWRI¾WQHVVHTXLSPHQW music and enhaces the prayer or worship experience. Turbo Abs – 1/2 hour of exercise to strengthen your abs Hatha Yoga – A physical approach to the yoga practice and back. connecting postures, movements, and breathing which Water Exercise – specially designed exercises that can LPSURYHVWUHQJWK¿H[LELOLW\WRQLQJGHFUHDVHVVWUHVVDQG help to provide some relief. Can aid in improving joints enhances body awareness. Class is open to all. ¿H[LEOLW\ Hip-Hop Dance – You can learn the latest moves while JHWWLQJ¾W JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 7

GROUP EXERCISE CON’T Yogalates – Fusion of Yoga and Pilates core stabilizing SRVWXUHZKLOHHQKDQFLQJ\RXUVWUHQJWKVWDPLQD¿H[LELOLW\ balance and mental clarity. Zumba® – Fuses Hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves like meringue, salsa, cumbia, reggaeton, belly GDQFH¿DPHQFRWDQJRDQGPRUH9HU\KLJKHQHUJ\DQG)XQ Zumba Aqua® – It gives new meaning to the idea of an invigorating workout. Splashing, stretching, twisting, even shouting, laughing, hooting and hollering are often heard dur- ing an Aqua Zumba class. Integrating the Zumba formula and SKLORVRSK\ZLWKWUDGLWLRQDODTXD¾WQHVVGLVFLSOLQHVWKH$TXD Zumba class blends it all together into a safe, challenging, water-based workout that’s cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief. SilverSneakers® Splash® – Activate your aqua exercise urge Zumba® Gold – It is a specialty class designed to meet the IRUYDULHW\6LOYHU6SODVK® offers LOTS of fun and shallow water anatomical, physiological, and psychological needs of the PRYHVWRLPSURYHDJLOLW\¿H[LELOLW\DQGFDUGLRYDVFXODU aging population. Like the traditional Latin-inspired Zumba endurance. No swimming abiity is required, and a special workout, the Zumba Gold workout incorporates many of the SliverSneakers® kickboard is used to develop strength, balance GDQFH¾WQHVVURXWLQHVVHWWR/DWLQDQGLQWHUQDWLRQDOUK\WKPV and coordination. but is performed at a lower intensity. SilverSneakers® Yoga – Will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures GHVLJQHGWRLQFUHDVH¿H[LELOLW\EDODQFHDQGUDQJHRI PRYHPHQW5HVWRUDWLYHEUHDWKLQJH[HUFLVHVDQGD¾QDO relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Things to remember SilverSneakers® Cardio – Get Up & Go with an aerobics • Please be on time for classes. class for you – safe, heart-healthy and gentle on the joints. • Proper workout attire is required (sweats, tights, biking The workout includes easy-to-follow low-impact movement, shorts, T-shirts, sneakers). and upper-body strength, abdominal conditioning, stretch- • No food, drink or chewing gum allowed in the Fitness Areas. ing and relaxation exercises designed to energize your active • No glass bottles of any kind in the Fitness Area. lifestyle. • No cell phones should be answered during class, please be SilverSneakers® Circuit °&RPELQHIXQZLWK¾WQHVVWR courteous and step outside of the class when answering increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power your cell phone. with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work • No gym bags, pocketbooks or coats are allowed in Fitness with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and ball is Areas. alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is • Please use lockers and a secure lock. Control Desk has safe offered for support, stretching and relaxation exercises. deposit boxes for your small items i.e. cell phone, wallet, and keys. SilverSneakers® Classic Move – through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and skills required during activities for daily living (ADLs). Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance; and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

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ADDITIONAL FITNESS OPTIONS One on one nutrition sessions Boxing – The boxing room is equipped with a speed and a If you have diabetes, cardiovascular problems, and high blood heavy bag. Both are readily available except when group pressure, have digestive problems or have had gastric bypass activity classes are in session. Gloves are available but it is surgery -our RD can help you safely change your eating plan recommended to bring your own. without compromising taste or nutrition. If you need to gain or lose weight-our RD can suggest additional calorie sources Location: Right outside the back of main gym for healthy weight gain or a restricted-calorie eating plan plus Capoeira - Is a unique art form that blends dance-like move- regular physical activity for weight loss while still eating all ments, self defense, acrobatics and music into a martial art. your favorite foods. If you’re caring for an aging parent, our /RFDWLRQ6WXGLR%UG¿ RD can help with food or drug interaction, proper hydration, Monday 7:30pm -9:00pm special diets for hypertension and changing taste buds as you Saturday 3:45pm - 5:00pm age. Members: $120.00 -1Day / $200.00 - 2Days Special Multiple Session Rates Available: Non-members $140.00 - 1Day / $220.00 - 2Days Members Program Members Karate *(Seido) – Physical conditioning, mental awareness and self-defense strategies Students will learn to develop Single Session $45 $60 speed, power, focus and balance. Five Sessions $220 $260 /RFDWLRQV6WXGLR%UG¿ Ten Sessions $440 $490 Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm Location: Mills GYM Note: A client may cancel an appointment without penalty, Friday 7:30-8:30pm providing a 24-hour notice is given to the Registered Dietitian Location: Main GYM otherwise the client is responsible for the session and will be Saturday 8:00-9:00am changed. Members: $52 - 1 DAYS/ $94 - 2 DAYS/$126 - 3 Days Contact: Wilda Souffrant - [email protected] Program Members: $66 - 1 DAYS/ $123 - 2 DAYS/$134 - 3 Days Lose to Win A six week nutrition weight management class. Topics include: • Setting goals • Portion control • Conscious eating • Meal preparation • on the go eating (snacks) • Re-think your drink Members only Wednesday – 7:45pm – 8:45pm Location: Youth and Family Area 2nd Floor Contact the Membership desk for complete schedule

JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 9 ADULT AQUATICS (18+ YEARS) Private Swimming Lessons (18 and up) Sessions are nontransferable and non-refundable. All Adult Beginner packages will expire in one year (12 months) from date If you are not afraid and are willing to learn more than of purchase. 24 hours cancellation policy: 24 -hours the very basics of swimming, this might he the class for notices are required to avoid being charged for a lesson. \RX/HDUQKRZWR¿RDWDQGSURSHO\RXUVHOILQZDWHUDQG Private swimming lessons need to be schedule with the discover the enjoyment of learning something new. Aquatic Coordinator before purchasing a pack of lessons. Adult Advanced In this class students are able to swim the full length of the pool and are comfortable in deep water. You will Private Swim Lessons Rates: improve the front crawl and other strokes. Members Program Members

Adult Intermediate 1/2 hours lesson $30 $50 Students are ready to swim laps. The class is geared 5-Pack 1/2 hour lesson $130 $245 1 hour lesson $70 $90 toward stroke development and conditioning. Classes 5-Pack hour lesson $220 $445 FRQVLVWRIZDUPXSGULOOVWHFKQLTXHLQWHUYDOV¿LSWXUQV and diving. Discover the enjoyment of a great workout.

10 | JAMAICA YMCA 2015 PLAY TOGETHER FAMILY/EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS We create meaningful experiences for every member of your family. Programs follow the YMCA’s 8-week session schedule unless otherwise noted. AQUATICS PROGRAMS Private Swimming Lessons For more information about our Aquatics program, please All private swim lessons are valid one year from date of contact Nadia Arroyo: 212-912-2206 / [email protected]. purchase. Packages are available. Members Program Members Parent and Child (6-36 months) 1/2 hours lesson $30 $50 Games that use basic movements such as kicking, arm 5-Pack 1/2 hour lesson $130 $245 stroke, and breath control. allow the parent and child to 1 hour lesson $70 $90 have fun in the water while learning aquatic skills. 5-Pack hour lesson $220 $445

Members: $73 Program Members: $106 SPORTS Children Karate (Ages 3-6) – Seido Karate, emphasizes Pikes and Eels (Ages 3-5) building spirit, mind and body while using hand, elbow This class is for children who are non-swimmers. and foot techniques, to teach children how to defend Students learn progressive independent swimming with themselves. In a safe and friendly atmosphere, children the assistance of an instructor. They are taught to blow learn responsibility through Seido Karate practices. bubbles, face dips and coordinated arm and leg motions. Saturday 9:00 - 10:00am Members: $73 Members: $53 Program Members: $106 Program Members: $66

Rays (Ages 3-5) Creative Ballet (Ages 3-6) – Combo Ballet- A fun creative This is an intermediate level class that focuses on way for children to explore dance. independent swimming. Rays should be able to put their Saturday 11:15 - 12:15pm faces in water and swim 5 feet on their front unassisted. Members: $48 Members: $73 Program Members: $68

Program Members: $106 NYRR Mighty Milers (Ages 4-8) Star Fish (Ages 3-5) 0LJKW\0LOHUVLVDUXQQLQJSURJUDPIRUNLGVRIDOO¾WQHVV Children at this level review previously learned skills and levels. It is designed to get kids moving and prevent obesity UH¾QHWKHLUVWURNHVDVZHOODVWKHLUSHUVRQDOVDIHW\UHVFXH DQGLOOQHVV,WKHOSVGHYHORSJRRG¾WQHVVKDELWUHOHDVH DQG¿RDWLQJVNLOOV7KH\DOVROHDUQXQGHUZDWHUVZLPPLQJ energy constructively and teaches the fundamental of skills. Children can swim a length of the pool on their front running in a fun enviornment. and back at the end of this level. Location: Mills GYM Members: $73 Saturday 2:00-3:00pm Program Members: $106 Members: FREE Gym and Swim Program Members: $58 It is an opportunity for children to learn basic gymnastic and swim skills. Gym: 10:20-10:50 Saturday Swim: 11:00-11:30 Saturday Members: $95

Program Members: $140 JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 11 FAMILY ACTIVITIES Pretty Pink Party (Ages 13 & up) Arts and Crafts (Ages 6 & under) Supporting Making Strides Against Breast Cancer This class combines environmental awareness with in conjuction with the American Cancer Society. creativity of arts and crafts by using recyclable bottles, October 9th cans newspapers, cardboard, and other recyclable items 6:30-8:30pm to make beautiful works of art. Your child can help save Suggested donation: $10 in advance/ $15 at the door the planet and have fun while making a variety of different (wear pink) projects. Costume Party Saturday 11:00-12:00pm Celebrate the changing of the seasons. Fall into fun and Members: FREE Program Members: $58 join us for our annual harvest party. Fill of games, crafts, giveaways, and refreshments. Family Recreational Swim October 30th Check pool schedule for update to days and times. 6:30-8:30pm Supervised recreational swim for families promises Free for members and program members scheduled fun. A YMCA member must accompany children Thanksgiving Fellowship Potluck into the pool. Swim caps are requried at all times. It’s time for members to share and have fun together. YMCA Members: FREE Please bring a dish to share for about 8 to 10 people. Program Adult Members: $15 (Guest pass fee) See your instructors for more details. Program Child Members: $6 (Guest pass fee) November 19th

5K Walk & Run Club 11:00-2:00pm & 6:30-8:00pm Free for members and program members Enjoy quality time with your children while walking or running in our main gym. Additionally improve your Holiday Party/ Member Showcase FDUGLRYDVFXODU¾WQHVVDQGEXUQFDORULHV2XWVLGHZDONV Celebrate the holiday season with your friends at the and participation in charitable walking events like the MS, Jamaica YMCA. Come to enjoy refreshments and be Breast Cancer, Alzhemier’s and Arthritis, etc. supportive of our members’ showcase. Guests are invited to be a part of the festivity. From time to time the Walk & Run Club will organize day-trips. December 16th 6:30-8:00pm The gym is available for Walk/Run on Monday and Wednesday 11:00-2:00pm & Free for members and program members. Please RSVP. 6:00-7:00pm. YMCA Members: FREE Santa Claus comes to Jamaica YMCA Program Members: $15 (Guest pass fee) (Ages 14 & under) Every year the Jamaica YMCA provides a gift giving experience to help put a smile on the faces of our children. FAMILY EVENTS Prior registration is recommended for all events. Members can donate an unopened toy to help provide gifts Please see the Member Service Desk for more for all of our children. Donations will be accepted from information. November 1st through December 19th. Annual Campaign Fundraiser December 19th with Damien Escobar and Friends 11:00am-3:00pm April 3rd, 2015 Free for members and program members 7:00-10:00pm Location: Resort World

Healthy Kids Day Street Fair April 25th, 2015 11:00-4:00pm Annual Member Dance Recital Saturday, June 13th, 2015 @ 3pm Adults $10 / Youth $6 Location:: PS 48Q

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JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 13 GROWING STRONG YOUTH AND TEEN PROGRAMS The Jamaica YMCA provides after school, day and weekend programming for youths ages 5 to 18 years. We offer a host of programs that promote healthy spirit, mind and body through intellectual, social and recreational activities. The programming objective is to provide tools and resources that enhance children’s individual skills and talents as well as teach young people cultural diversity, and understanding of all people. The YMCA is a safe haven for all youth. See the front desk for complete schedule. SPORTS Karate Basketball Learn basic punches, strikes, blocks and kicks while Learn and master the basics of passing, dribbling and gaining focus, strength and coordination. Karate at the Y shooting. Practice your offense and defense in fun is all about teamwork, respect and patience not combat or scrimmages. violence. Location: Main GYM Location: Main GYM Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm ( Ages 7-12 ) Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm ( Ages 13-17 ) Thursday 6:00-7:00pm ( Ages 7-15 ) Saturday 2:30-3:45pm ( Ages 5-8 ) 13- 15-year olds 3:45-5:15pm ( Ages 9-12 ) Location: Mills GYM Members: FREE Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm Program Members: $55 All Youth Semi Private Basketball Clinic Location: Main GYM This is a program for 2-5 participants. It teaches the Saturday 10:00-11:00am ( Ages 6-8 ) fundamentals of the basketball, with emphasis on personal 11:00-12:00pm ( Ages 9- 15 ) growth, valued discussion and family involvement. Members: $95 - 2 DAYS/ $127 - 3 DAYS 1R([SHULHQFH1HFHVVDU\ Program Members: $127 - 2 DAYS/ $135 - 3 DAYS Location: Main GYM Tuesday 4:30-5:30pm ( Ages 6-8 ) LEISURE ACTIVITIES Chess Members: $58 Learn a game you can play for life and practice basic Program Members: $82 strategies with other players. Open is available. Please see member services for basketball /RFDWLRQ%RDUGURRPQG¿RRU schedule. Saturday 1:30-3:00pm ( Ages 7-15 ) Soccer Members: FREE Get the ball rolling, develop and improve your skills through Program Members: $58 engaging warm-ups, activities and games, all while having Crocheting/Knitting

IXQ Looking for a new hobby or to advance your skills? Location: Mills GYM Beginners will learn how to cast on, knit, purl, increase, Saturday 12:00-1:15pm ( Ages 4-8 ) decrease and sew. You will be introduced to knitting Location: Main GYM by starting a basic project (hat, scarf, handbag, etc.) Saturday 1:15-2:30pm ( Ages 9-13 ) Participants may bring their current project or begin a new Members: FREE project. A great way to make holiday gifts with love. Program Members: $50 /RFDWLRQ%RDUGURRPQG¿RRU Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm ( Ages 8 & up ) Members: FREE (material fee of $10 may apply) Program Members: $53 (material fee of $10 may apply) 14 | JAMAICA YMCA 2015

Sewing 101 Urban Dance Learn how to be creative without spending a lot of money. 'DQFHOLNH\RXUIDYRULWHSRSVWDUV,QWKLVKLJKHQHUJ\ Sewing 101, class will teach you the basics of how to sew age-appropriate class, this energetic style uses syncopated from threading, stitching and setting a sewing machine rhythms and body isolations, mixing classic jazz moves with for different features. Step by step, the instructor will the latest hip-hop steps. All while dancing to their favorite introduce you how to read a pattern, cutting and piecing. music. No sewing experience necessary. Homework may be Saturday1:30-2:30pm required to complete the project. /RFDWLRQ%RDUGURRPQG¿RRU Urban Dance Advanced Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm ( Ages 13 & up ) Must have dance experience, and can pick up choreography Members: $58 / (material fee of $10 may apply) quickly. Program Members: $82 / (material fee of $10 may apply) Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm DANCE PROGRAM FOR AGES 6-15 Fee for each 8-wk class: YOUTH WELLNESS Members: $48 Healthy Kids (3rd, 4th, 5th Graders Only) Program Members: $68 This program engages youth in fun activities that reduce /RFDWLRQ)LWQHVV6WXGLRUG¿RRU potential heath risks and promote healthy habits for life. Physical activity, healthy eating and building positive

Belly Dancing relationships are the premiere focus. Pre-registration is Participants will learn introductory and traditional belly required. Members only. dancing movements. The movements will be built into a choregraphed routine. It is a great way to build self Location: Fitness Center FRQ¾GHQFHEDODQFHDQGFRRUGLQDWLRQ1RSUHYLRXVEHOO\ Saturday 2:00-3:30pm dance experience required. The instructor was featured on Members only “America’s Got Talent” Introduction To Drawing (Ages 5-6/7-8) Thursday 6:00-10:00pm Students will learn to create characters with circles, draw Bollywood IDFHVDQG¾JXUHVXVLQJDVWHSE\VWHSDSSURDFK1RWH drawing not only provides the basis for other creative Bollywood dance is a fusion of traditional and folk dances, activities - like painting, sculpture and printmaking - but FODVVLFDO,QGLDQGDQFHDQGZHVWHUQLQ¿XHQFHVVXFKDVMD]] it also provides a direct link with reading, writing and hip hop, and modern. especially mathematics. Thursday 6:00-7:00pm

Saturday 9:00am -10:00am & 10:00am -11:00am Classical Ballet Free Studying ballet is one of the most effective and elegant Held in Boardroom ZD\VRILPSURYLQJSRVWXUHJUDFH¿H[LELOLW\DQGVWUHQJWK No experience needed. Students are taught at the bar. Learning ballet is a solid foundation for all other dance Introduction To Animation styles. /HW\RXUGUDZLQJVFRPHWROLIH/HDUQWKHIRXQGDWLRQRI Wednesday 5:45-6:45pm animation. In this traditional animation class you will learn the fundamentals of movement, drawing, technique, and Modern Dance timing. A more relaxed, free style of dance utilizing emotions and moods to design individual steps and movements. It Member $60 / Program Member $80 features deliberate use of gravity which strives to be light Held in Computer Lab and airy. Ages 6-9/10-13 Saturday 12:30-1:30pm Saturday 11:30am -12:30pm & 1:00pm -2:00pm

( Ages 6–9 / 10–13 ) Tuesday 6:30am -8:00pm ( Ages 14 -Adults )

JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 15 AQUATICS PROGRAMS Flying Fish (Ages 6-12 ) Swim classes follow the YMCA’s 8-week session schedule Swimmers must have good front crawl with proper unless otherwise noted. Classes are subject to change or breathing, backstroke and breaststroke and should be cancelled based on enrollment. For more information be in proper form. Students need to tread water for 3 about our Aquatics program, please contact Nadia Arroyo minutes and swim 10-15 laps without stopping. They at 212-912-2206 or [email protected]. ZLOOEHLQWURGXFHGWRWKHEXWWHU¿\RSHQWXUQVDQGURWDU\ Private Swimming Lessons breathing. All private swim lessons are valid for one year from the date of purchase. Packages are available. Members: $84 Program Members: $134 Members Program Members Shark (Ages 6-12) 1/2 hours lesson $30 $50 Swimmers must have excellent front crawl and backstroke. 5-Pack 1/2 hour lesson $130 $245 1 hour lesson $70 $90 Students should demonstrate coordination in breaststroke, 5-Pack hour lesson $220 $445 EXWWHU¿\DVZHOOWREHDEOHWRWUHDGZDWHUIRUPLQXWHV perform a 200-yard I.M. and swim 15+laps. They must be Polliwog (Ages 6-12) ready to polish strokes and turns. This is the beginning swim class for students who are not FRQ¾GHQWLQWKHGHHSZDWHU6WXGHQWVZLOOEHFRPHPRUH Members: $84 comfortable with putting their faces in the water. Program Members: $134 Porpoise (Ages 6-12) Members: $84 The most advanced level of swimming for strong swimmers Program Members: $134 mature enough to handle extended swimming workouts. Polliwog (Adv) (Ages 6-12) Students will begin preparation for the Swim Team, This is next level beginners swim class for students who including doing workouts using the pace clock. DUHPRUHFRQ¾GHQWLQWKHGHHSZDWHU6WXGHQWVZLOOOHDUQ Registration for this class is by invitation only. IURQWDQGEDFNJOLGHVZLWK¿XWWHUNLFNVURWDU\DUPVZLWK Members: $84 breathing and to swim the length of the pool without Program Members: $134 stopping. Members: $84 Swim Club Program Members: $134 # Days 1 2 3 Guppy (Ages 6-12) Member $107 $132 $162 Designed for the intermediate beginner, this class is held in the deep water. Guppies need to be able to swim with Non-Member $131 $152 $182 WKHLUIDFHVLQWKHZDWHUDQG¿RDWFRPIRUWDEO\RQWKLHU  backs. Students will be introduced to backstroke and rotary breathing. Ability to tread water for one minute is required.

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Program Members: $134 7((1),71(66&+$//(1*( Minnow (Ages 6-12) *(7),70$.()5,(1'6+$9()81)81 Minnows must be able to swim front crawl with rotary :+$7,6<093" breathing and tread water for 1 minute. They will need to x <093LVDD )5(( ZHHNSURJUDPWKDWFRPELQHVIXQILWQHVV  DFWLYLWLHVZLWKDQLQWHUDFWLYHDSS be ready to swim 4-6 laps without stopping. Students are x &ODVVHVDUHOHGE\D<093ILWQHVVFRDFKRQFHDZHHN also introduced to breaststroke. IRUPLQXWHV x (DUQSUL]HVIRUFRPSOHWLQJILWQHVVPLVVLRQV x $FFHVVWRWKHILWQHVVFHQWHUGXULQJWHHQKRXUV Members: $84  Program Members: $134 :+<6+28/'<286,*183" x 8VHDUHDOO\FRRODSSWRWUDFN\RXUZRUNRXWV x /HDUQKRZWRLPSURYH\RXUILWQHVVVWUHQJWKDQGHQGXUDQFH Fish (Ages 6-12) x :RUNRXWLQDSURJUDPXQLTXHO\GHVLJQHGIRUWHHQV x /HYHOXSDQGXQORFND<093WHHQPHPEHUVKLS Swimmers must have a good front crawl, backstroke, diving  skills, breast stroke and be ready to learn dolphin kick. They :+26+28/'6,*183" x 0LGGOH +LJK6FKRRO6WXGHQW must also be able to tread water for 1 minute and swim x $OOOHYHOVRIILWQHVVZHOFRPH  6-12 laps without stopping.  Members: $84 6,*18372'$< -DPDLFD<0&$ Program Members: $134 3DUVRQV%OYG-DPDLFD1< RUWWD\ORU#\PFDQ\FRUJ  &RDFK7LIIDQ\7D\ORU 16 | JAMAICA YMCA 2015 CAMPS/AFTERSCHOOL For more information about our camps and afterschool, contact Juliet Bleecher, Youth and Family Director, at 212-912 2212 or [email protected] Holiday Camp (Ages 5-12) When school’s out, the Y is there to keep kids safe and engaged in fun, healthy activities to let working moms and dads rest easy. Y Holiday Camp is geared to engaging kids in healthy physical activity and fostering positive social interactions. Each program offers the highest quality instruction and supervision, provided by trained and TXDOL¾HGVWDIIPHPEHUV Time: 8:00am-6:00pm Members: $60 Program Members: $70 Y Afterschool Call for Holiday Camp Schedule Over 200 kids spend 3:00 - 6:00pm of every school day with our caring, supporting staff at local sites. Y After School is geared to further enriching kids’ academic JAMAICA YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP development, engaging them in healthy physical activity and When Summer begins, the Y is there to keep kids safe fostering positive social interactions. Each program offers and engaged in fun, healthy activities to let working the highest quality instruction and supervision, provided by moms and dads rest easy. Y Summer Day Camp is geared WUDLQHGDQGTXDOL¾HGVWDIIPHPEHUV to engaging kids in healthy physical activity and fostering it is being offered to students who attend: positive social interactions. Each program offers the highest PS 54 quality instruction and supervision, provided by trained and PS 26 TXDOL¾HGVWDIIPHPEHUV PS 48Q Open to children ages 5 to 15 years. IS 59 The following camps are available: The Young Women’s Leadership School Sports, Swim, Moving On, Explorers, Girl Power Creative and

Camp P.S. Fun Hours are 9:00am - 4:00pm, with extended hours available from 7:00am & 6:00pm. Camp runs from June - August Pre-registration is required. See the front desk for registration and details.

Camp Open House Dates February 28 April 25 May 16 from 10am–3pm

JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 17 TEEN PROGRAMS AGES 12-17 Teens 12 and older have access to the basketball gym and For more information about our Teen Programs please ¾WQHVVFHQWHUGXULQJWKHVHWLPHVDVZHOO7KH\KDYHDFFHVV WRWKH¾WQHVVFHQWHUXQWLOSP contact Lenis Perez, Teen Coordinator, at 212-912-2214 or [email protected] Teen Center Leaders Club We offer a variety of different activities such as A nationally recognized core YMCA teen program provides instructional and recreational sports (e.g. Basketball, participants with opportunities for leadership training, 6RFFHU9ROOH\EDOO6ZLPPLQJ:HLJKW7UDLQLQJDQG personal growth, service to others and social development. Handball). We also have discovery learning activities (e.g. Teens meet on a weekly basis in small groups, working Focus issues like family relationships, career aspirations, closely with their peers and an adult advisor on skill and life goals, and a variety of social problems) that help character building activities, as well as planning and them relate to other teens and to society. These sessions organizing projects with an emphasis on educational also offer outside speakers who visit our program. Social success, community service and goal-setting. Leaders Club activities such as ping-pong, board games, card games, KHOSVPRUHWKDQWHHQV¾QGWKHOHDGHUZLWKLQ and music are used to teach teens how to relate in a social and relaxed setting. Above all, the teen center /RFDWLRQQG¿RRU Members: FREE provides a neutral and non-threatening environment where Program Members: FREE participants can explore and appreciate each member’s individual diversity. Must have a valid photo I.D. to enjoy College and Career Preparation this program. The Jamaica Y can help teens prepare for life beyond Location: Facility KLJKVFKRRO)URPWRXULQJYDULRXVFROOHJHVWR¾OOLQJRXW Friday 3:00-9:00pm QHFHVVDU\DGPLVVLRQVDQG¾QDQFLDODVVLVWDQFHSDSHU Members: FREE ZRUNGHYHORSLQJMREUHDGLQHVVVNLOOVDQGKHOSLQJWR¾QG Program Members: FREE internships and job opportunities; the Jamaica Y teen staff can help get teens to take charge of their own future. Urban Dance 'DQFHOLNH\RXUIDYRULWHSRSVWDUV,QWKLVKLJKHQHUJ\ Tutoring age-appropriate class, this energetic style uses syncopated The Jamaica YMCA will have tutors available by rhythms and body isolations, mixing classic jazz moves with appointment to provide assistance to students who need the latest hip-hop steps. All while dancing to their favorite some extra help in various subject areas. music. Teen Wellness /RFDWLRQ)LWQHVV6WXGLRUG¿RRU Teens age 12-17 may use the Fitness Center Friday 6-7pm unaccompanied by an adult on weekdays from 3:00-6:00pm and 2:00-6:00pm. on the weekends. Before using the Fitness Center equipment, teens must participate AQUATICS PROGRAMS LQD¾WQHVVRULHQWDWLRQ6LJQXSIRUDQRULHQWDWLRQDQ\WLPH Teen Beginners (Ages 13-18) at the Member Service Desk. This is a beginning swim class for students who are not FRQ¾GHQWLQWKHGHHSZDWHU6WXGHQWVZLOOEHFRPHPRUH comfortable with putting their faces in the water. Members: $84 Program Members: $134

Teen Advanced (Ages 13-18) Teens must be able to swim front crawl with rotary breathing and tread water for 1 minute. They will need to be ready to swim 6-8 laps without stopping. Students are also introduced to breaststroke. Members: $84 Program Members: $134

18 | JAMAICA YMCA 2015 INVITE YOUR FRIENDS TO JOIN THE Y! 5()(5<285)5,(1'6727+(<0&$$1',)7+(<-2,1<28µ//5(&(,9($ 0(0%(55(:$5'&$5')25)5((<*($5 9,6,77+(0(0%(56(59,&('(6.)25$5()(55$/)250$1'025(,1)250$7,21 CHECK OUT ALL OUR NEW COOL Y GEAR AT ymcanyc.org/reward

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MISSION MEMBERSHIP CANCELLATION The YMCA of Greater New York is a community service &DQFHOODWLRQRIPHPEHUVKLSUHTXLUHVD¾IWHHQ  GD\ organization that promotes positive values through written notice prior to the monthly draft date. programs that build spirit, mind and body, welcoming all people with a focus on youth. MEMBERSHIP TRANSFER Membership and program privileges are not transferable POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION from one person to another. YMCA membership is available to all persons regardless of race, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual MEMBERSHIP HOLDS Members may put their membership on hold for 1 - 3 orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or months during any calendar year. A monthly hold fee will ¾QDQFLDOFLUFXPVWDQFHV7KH<0&$ZHOFRPHVIDPLOLHVDQG be charged and all membership privileges will be suspended persons of all ages, income levels, and physical conditions while your membership is on hold. with an emphasis on responsibility and self-improvement. MEMBERSHIP GUARANTEE PAYMENT OPTIONS & INFORMATION • Membership dues must be up-to-date in order to use Membership in the YMCA is fully guaranteed. facility. 0HPEHUVZKRDUHQRWFRPSOHWHO\VDWLV¾HGZLWKWKHLU<0&$ membership are entitled to a refund of any unused portion • Rates and schedules are subject to change. of their membership. • Membership may be paid in full by cash, personal checks, 0DVWHU&DUG9LVD$PHULFDQ([SUHVVDQG'LVFRYHUFDUGV MEMBERSHIP EXTRAS • Monthly payments are payable by credit card or bank We offer discounted membership rates to all NYC, HIP, draft only (excluding Discover). There is no cash option Emblem, 1199 (Employees) . Rates are applicable to adult for monthly payments. and family memberships only. Proof of employment status must be presented upon enrollment and every year for • If a check or an automatic back draft is returned for renewals. LQVXI¾FLHQWIXQGVDVHUYLFHIHHRIZLOOEHDGGHG to the payment amount. MEMBERSHIP CARDS • MEMBERSHIP CARD The Branch membership card must VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES be presented and scanned in order to gain access into a When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in YMCA facility. bringing about meaningful, enduring change right in your own neighborhood. As a program volunteer, board member • PROGRAM CARDS Program members will be issued or Strong Kids Campaign fundraiser, you can make a a card granting them YMCA access for their program. difference for our Y and the community as a whole. This card must be presented and scanned for access LQWRWKH<0&$IDFLOLW\DQGRUDVSHFL¾FSURJUDP JOB OPPORTUNITIES • LOST CARDS Please let us know if your card is lost 9LVLW\PFDQ\FRUJFDUHHUVIRURSHQSRVLWLRQVLQRXUVWDII or stolen. There is a fee to issue a replacement card. family at the YMCA or at one of more than 100 sites WKURXJKRXWWKH¾YHERURXJKVDQGDWRXU1HZ

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GUEST AND DAY PASSES LOCKER ROOMS & LOCKERS All YMCA members are given 6 complimentary guest passes • Lockers are available for daily use. Please bring your per year to help introduce the Y to friends and associates. own lock and secure your belongings when using the Branch members are welcome to visit other YMCA locations facility. within NYC 10 time per year at no charge. Day passes are • Our family-friendly locker room is a good alternative for available to purchase. parents who wish to accompany their child that is over Adults (18 and over) $15 WKHDJHRI¾YHDQGRIWKHRSSRVLWHJHQGHU Youth (under age 19) $6 KIT LOCKER SERVICE CHILD WATCH ‡ .LW/RFNHUVDUHDYDLODEOHIRUD\HDUO\IHHUDWHRI Do you need someone to look after your child Ask at the Welcome Desk for details. (6 months -11 years old) while you work out? • Kit Locker monthly fees may not be frozen. :HµUHKHUHIRU\RX

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SWIMMING POOL REGULATIONS • Band-Aids, bandages, metal hair clips and hairpins must Lap swimming, Family Swim and Recreational swimming are be removed before entering the pool. available during most hours of operation. Please refer to • Children - swim diaper with plastic elastic around leg is the pool schedule located at the Member Services Desk for required. additional information. • Please do not communicate with lifeguards unless it is an emergency. • Members and facility users are required to follow posted signs and lifeguard directions. • Spitting in pool or pool gutters is not allowed, nor any other bodily discharge. • Swim caps must be worn while in the pool. • Food, gum and beverages are not allowed in the pool • Members must shower before entering the pool. area. Glass bottles are strictly prohibited. • Running, skipping, pushing or any kind of horseplay will • Use of beach balls, toys, etc. will be at lifeguard’s not be allowed. discretion. • Diving is not permitted. • No “noodles” for family swim. • Individuals with infections, open sores or cuts, and / or ear/ nose discharges will not be allowed to enter the LAP SWIM ETIQUETTE pool. Lap swim should be orderly and continuous. In order to • No one may enter the pool area without an authorized UHFHLYHIXOOEHQH¾WDQGHQMR\PHQWIURPODSVZLPLWLV DQGFHUWL¾HG<0&$/LIHJXDUGRQGXW\ important that all participants respect other swimmers and abide by the following rules: • Children 8 years and under must be within arms reach of an adult (18 & over) in the water. • Lifeguards are responsible for the safety of all swimmers, • Childern 9-11 years must have an adult on the pool deck and may ask swimmers to change lanes. or viewing area. • Maximum 5 swimmers per lane. • If child needs the assistance of a bubble, a parent / • One or two swimmers may split the lane; three or more guardian must be in the water with him / her. swimmers must move in counterclockwise circles. • No equipment, either YMCA-owned or personal, including • Swim in a circle keeping to the right. Pass ONLY on the PDVNV¾QVDQGVQRUNHOVPD\EHXVHGRWKHUWKDQIRU left. instructional purposes or with special permission of the • Slower swimmers should swim close to the right lane line. lifeguard. • If a lane is empty, a swimmer may stretch or exercise. • No gym shorts, cutoffs or other converted street • Kickboards and pull buoys are available for use clothing may be worn as bathing suits. (please replace after use). • No one may enter the pool with shoes from the street or sneakers from the gym. • All swimmers must enter and leave through locker and shower room entrances.

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FITNESS CENTER FACILITIES POLICIES /LIH¾WQHVV6WUHQJWK7UDLQLQJ6\VWHP Fitness Center and Weight Room Regulations: /LIH¾WQHVV8SULJKW%LNHV 5HFXPEHQW%LNHV7UHDGPLOOV • Shirts, sneakers and socks must be worn at all times. (OOLSWLFDOHTXLSSHGDOOZLWKSHUVRQDO79µV • Street clothes, shoes and sandals are not permitted. Cross trainers, Stairmasters. • Personal belongins (bags, coats, etc. ) may not be Cable Cross Over Station, Smith Machine, assisted Chin up & Dip machine. EURXJKWLQWRWKH¾WQHVVFHQWHU7KH\PXVWEHOHIWLQWKH Fitness Center trainers, and Personal trainers lockers provided in the locker rooms. Circuit Room • Remember to wipe down all machines after each use. • Water is permitted in closed plastic containers only FREE WEIGHT AREA (no glass). Food or drink is not permitted. Hammer Strength Free Weight Machines with dumbbells • The staff reserves the right to intervene when someone and plate load stations. Stability balls and stretch bands is exercising in an unsafe manner. are available. ‡ 1RRQHXQGHUWKHDJHRILVSHUPLWWHGLQWKH¾WQHVV GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES center or weight room. A variety of exercise classes that cater to all levels: Body • No one under the age of 17 is permitted in the building Toning, Step Aerobics, Yoga, Water Exercise, Senior Fitness, after 7 pm unless involved in a designated program. Group Cycling and more. ‡ 5DGLRVZLWKRXWHDUSKRQHVDUHQRWSHUPLWWHGLQ¾WQHVV areas. HEATED INDOOR POOL 60 feet long, 3 feet to 8 feet deep. ‡ 0RVWUHJXODUKHDGSKRQHV¾WLQWRWKH79MDFNHW ‡ 5HWXUQWRWXUQRII79ZKHQ¾QLVKXVLQJHTXLSPHQW FULL COURT GYMNASIUM • Return dumbbells and plates to rack after use. Regulation size basketball court • No cell phones in any workout area. 28 lap equals 1 mile YOUTH AND TEEN POLICY LOCKER AND SHOWER ROOMS/SAUNA • Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an Whirlpool and Steam Room** adult at all time when using the Jamaica YMCA (**Only in the Men’s Locker Room) facility. ‡&KLOGUHQDQGXQGHUPD\QRWXVH¾WQHVV  PETS & BICYCLES POLICY equipment. • Service animals are the only animals allowed in the • Teens, ages 13 and up, may use program areas facility. We ask that they be properly harnessed. (gymnasium and pool) unaccompanied by an adult: • We regret that we can not accommodate pets or bicycles in the facilities. Please make appropriate Monday - Friday 3:00-7:00pm arrangements. Saturday - 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday - 8:00am-5:00pm LOST & FOUND POLICY Board of Education Holidays - 12:00-7:00pm Lost and found items that are returned are placed at the Welcome Desk. Items are logged and secured. Items that • Teens must wear their IDs at all time. are not reclaimed in 30 days are discarded. • Teens 13-17 must have a signed parental consent IRUPRQ¾OHDQGDWWHQGD

JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 23 FACILITY INFORMATION/COMMUNITY EXTRAS

GYMNASIUM REGULATIONS COMMUNITY EXTRAS • ALL MEMBERS AND PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS ARE RENTAL OF SPACE & POOL EXPECTED TO FOLLOW THE YMCA CODE OF The Jamaica YMCA opens its door for churches, business CONDUCT. meetings, children’s parties for infants to age 12, baptisms • Members/Program participants must wear and more. sneakers during all gymnasium activities.  1R¿LS¿RSVKHHOVRUERRWV For more information contact the Welcome Desk at • Proper gymnasium attire is required to participate, (212) 912-2200 to schedule your next event. must keep on shirt. (No jeans, workpants, etc.). Prices vary based on room size. Tables and chairs are • All equipment must be signed out at the Control included with rentals. Desk. You will need your Membership ID card. • Members are responsible for returning the Y ROADS CENTER equipment they borrowed. The Y Roads Center is designed to support 16 to 24 • No spitting, gum chewing, eating, or drink is year olds who are neither employed nor in school to get allowed in the gymnasium. themselves on a path to success. The center-based model • Children ages 11 (eleven) and under must be builds on the Y’s strengths in youth work, counseling accompanied and supervised by an adult at all services and leadership development. times. • Youth (12 year old and up) may use the gym, The center will provide support in the following areas: please check current gym schedule for days and • General Education Development (GED) courses times. • Workforce development training and job placement. • No foul language can be used in the entire facility. • Counseling services • The gymnasium should not be used as a changing • Youth-friendly medical health services and screening area. • Recreation • All personal belongings should be placed in ‡ $GGLWLRQDOVHUYLFHVLQFOXGLQJ(QJOLVKSUR¾FLHQF\  lockers. therapeutic mentoring, fatherhood training, and other (e.g. bags, jackets, towels, keys, phones, etc.) options based on unique community needs

‡ $EVROXWHO\QRYHUEDORUSK\VLFDO¾JKWLQJLV  permitted in the gymnasium. Minimum result will For more information about this program please contact be loss of membership without refund. YROADS 212-630-9727 161-04 Jamaica Avenue Jamaica, NY 11432 [email protected]

GED PLUS In collaboration with the NYC Department of Education, the Jamaica YMCA will host a GED program which will be available for students 18-21 years old. This program will work to create many new opportunities for students – enrolling in college, attending a vocational training program, starting a job in a career of your choice. We want to make sure that students are prepared to succeed. GED Plus means that you will leave this program with your GED, plus fully prepared for work and college.

For more information about this program please contact: College and Career Resource Center: 8:00am-5:00pm 162-02 Hillside Avenue, Room 109 718-739-2100

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WEIGHT WATCHERS Jamaica YMCA has partnered with Weight Watchers to VXSSRUWRXUFRPPXQLW\LQWKH¾JKWDJDLQVWREHVLW\$WWHQG the meeting once a week; there’s no contract so you can pay as you go. First meeting is free. Each week you have a FRQ¾GHQWLDOZHLJKLQWRKHOS\RXWUDFN\RXUSURJUHVV

Contact Weight Watchers directly for further information. 800-651-6000 Location: Youth & Family Room 2nd Floor Saturday 12:00pn-2:00pm TAKE CONTROL

YOU CAN REDUCE YOUR DIABETES RISK AND ADULT LEISURES GAIN TOOLS FOR HEALTHY LIVING THROUGH Classes are held once a week for 8 weeks unless noted THE YMCA’S DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM. YMCA COMPUTER LEARNING CENTER I/II These courses teach basic computer fundamentals with If you are at high risk for type 2 diabetes, the YMCA’s an in-depth emphasis on mouse skills, word processing, Diabetes Prevention Program can help you adopt and spreadsheets, database, email and the Internet. maintain healthy lifestyles that will help you reduce your Level I ( Basic Computer Skills ) / Friday 11:15am-12:15pm chances of developing diabetes. Level II ( Basic Skills & Internet/Email ) / Friday 12:15-1:15pm ABOUT THE PROGRAM MICROSOFT OFFICE In a classroom setting, a trained lifestyle coach will help facilitate a small group of participants in learning about Saturday 10:00pm-11:00pm healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes /RFDWLRQ&RPSXWHU5RRPQG¿RRU over the course of 16 one-hour sessions. After the initial 16 YMCA Members: FREE core sessions, participants meet monthly for added support Program Members: $70 to help them maintain their progress.

TABLETS & OTHER DEVISES HELP & SETUP PROGRAM GOALS: 11:10am-12:10pm • Reduce body weight by 7% • Increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week LRFDWLRQ&RPSXWHU5RRPQG¿RRU YMCA Members: FREE :+2&$13$57,&,3$7(" Program Members: $50 In order to qualify for the program, you must be at least18 years old, overweight (BMI > 25)* and at high risk for INTRODUCTION TO ANIMATION (14 yrs-adults) developing type 2 diabetes or have been diagnosed with /HW\RXUGUDZLQJVFRPHWROLIH/HDUQWKHIRXQGDWLRQRI prediabetes† by a healthcare provider. animation. In this traditional animation class you will learn the fundamentals of movement, drawing, technique, and *Asian individual(s) BMI > 22 timing. †Individuals who have already been diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes do not qualify for this program.

Tuesday 6:30am-8:00pm For more information contact Location: Computer Lab Members: $60 Judy Ouziel at 212-912-2524 or Program Members: $50 email [email protected]

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While you’re improving your life, help others grow strong too. We ask you to follow the Y Code of Conduct and exhibit the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility while you’re here.

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At the YMCA , creating a safe and welcoming environment is a team effort. We ask everyone—staff, members and guests—to follow our Code of Conduct, which is based on our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

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MANHATTAN BRANCHES BROOKLYN BRANCHES Park Slope Armory YMCA STATEN ISLAND BRANCHES Chinatown YMCA Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA 361 15th Street Broadway Center YMCA 273 Bowery 1121 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11215 651 Broadway New York, NY 10002 Brooklyn, NY 11216 212.912.2580 Staten Island, NY 10310 212.912.2460 718.789.1497 718.981.4933 Rockaway YMCA Harlem YMCA Coney Island YMCA 207 Beach 73rd Street North Shore Center YMCA/ 180 West 135th Street 2980 West 29th Street Arverne, NY 11692 Counseling Service New York, NY 10030 Brooklyn, NY 11224 718.215.6950 285 Vanderbilt Avenue 212.912.2100 718.215.6900 Staten Island, NY 10304 QUEENS BRANCHES 718.981.4382 International YMCA Dodge YMCA Cross Island YMCA 5 West 63rd Street 225 Atlantic Avenue 238-10 Hillside Avenue South Shore Center YMCA New York, NY 10023 Brooklyn, NY 11201 Bellerose, NY 11426 3939 Richmond Avenue 212.727.8800 718.625.3136 718.479.0505 Staten Island, NY 10312 718.227.3200 McBurney YMCA Flatbush YMCA Flushing YMCA 125 West 14th Street 1401 Flatbush Avenue 138-46 Northern Blvd. HUGUENOT, NY New York, NY 10011 Brooklyn, NY 11201 Flushing, NY 11354 New York YMCA Camp 212.912.2300 718.469.8100 718.961.6880 Big Pond Road Huguenot, NY 12746 Vanderbilt YMCA Greenpoint YMCA Jamaica YMCA 845.858.2200 224 east 47th Street 99 Meserole Avenue 89-25 Parsons Blvd. New York, NY 10017 New York, NY 11222 New York, NY 11423 212.912.2500 718.389.3700 718.739.6600 ASSOCIATION OFFICE 5 West 63rd Street West Side YMCA North Brooklyn YMCA Long Island City YMCA New York, NY 10023 5 West 63rd Street 570 Jamaica Avenue 32-33 Queens Blvd. 212.630.9600 New York, NY 10023 Brooklyn, NY 11208 Long Island City, NY 11101 212.875.4100 718.277.1600 718.392.7932

Bronx Branch Prospect Park YMCA Ridgewood YMCA Bronx YMCA 357 Ninth Street 69-02 64th Street 2 Castle Hill Avenue New York, NY 11215 Ridgewood, NY 11385 Bronx, NY 10473 718.768.7100 212.912.2180 718.792.9736 JAMAICA YMCA 2015 | 32