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2015 MEMBERSHIP & PROGRAM GUIDE WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA

THAN A PLACE

WE’RE MORE

WE’RE A CAUSE

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WINTER JANUARY 5 - FEBRUARY 15

SPRING I FEBRUARY 23 - APRIL 12

SPRING II APRIL 27 - JUNE 14

SUMMER JUNE 22 - AUGUST 16

FALL I SEPTEMBER 8 - OCTOBER 26

FALL II NOVEMBER 2 - DECEMBER 20

Online Member Registration December 8

In-Person Member Registration December 15

Program Member Registration December 22

Online Member Registration February 2

In-Person Member Registration February 9

Program Member Registration February 16

Online Member Registration March 30

In-Person Member Registration April 6

Program Member Registration April 13

Online Member Registration June 1

In-Person Member Registration June 8

Program Member Registration June 15

Online Member Registration August 3

In-Person Member Registration August 10

Program Member Registration August 17

Online Member Registration October 12

In-Person Member Registration October 19

Program Member Registration October 26

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE From membership prices to community outreach, swim lesson information to senior programs, this 2015 guide gives you everything you need to know about the Wallingford Family YMCA.

A week before the online member registration date, we will release a much smaller Program & Event Guide, with all of the program dates, times & rates that are offered during that session. You will be able to find this online, in our facilities and around town in local businesses.

Additional programs may be added throughout the year and certain classes may not run during a session. Dates and prices are also subject to change. These adjustments will be found in the Program & Event Guide.

Don’t hesitate to ask any one of our friendly staff members if you have any questions.

Thank you & welcome to the Wallingford Family YMCA!

Published December 24, 2014

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD CARE 10

Corporate Child Care

School Age Growth & Enrichment (SAGE)

SAGE at KinderHouse

Enrichment & Leadership for Middle School (ELMS)

EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP 11 Academic Enrichment 11

All-Day Kindergarten

Leadership Development 11

Babysitter’s Training

SWIM, SPORTS & PLAY 11 Birthday Parties 11

Swim Parties

Gym Parties

Teen House Parties

Competitive Swimming & Sports 12

Wallingford Dolphins Swim Team

Private Coaching

Teen Recreation 12

Teen House Open House

Teen Swim Programs 12

Porpoise Club

Teen Beginner Lessons

Teen Intermediate Lessons Youth Dance Programs 13

Ballet & Tap Combo I

Ballet & Tap Combo II

Youth Recreation 13

Kid’s Night Out

Halloween Party & Overnight

New Year’s Eve Overnight

Youth Sports Programs 13

Munchkin Basketball

Munchkin Soccer

Munchkin Tennis

Munchkin Triple Play

Youth Basketball

Youth Tennis

Youth Volleyball

Youth Swim Lessons 14

S.K.I.P.

Pike

Eel

Ray

Starfish

Polliwog

Guppy

Minnow

Fish & Flying Fish

Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons

CAMP 15 Day Camps 15

Camp Ulbrich

Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation Days

HEALTHY LIVING FAMILY TIME 18

Flick & Float

St. Patty’s Day Shindig

Easter Egg-stravaganza

Healthy Kids Day

Community Day

Turkey-palooza

Scuba Santa

HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS 19 Group Classes 19

Fitness Classes

Insanity

Krav Maga

Les Mills International Classes

SilverSneakers®

Shokotan Karate

Spinning® Indoor Cycling

Yoga

Zumba® Classes

Healthy Lifestyles 21

Connecticut Child Care

CPR Training

Lifeguard Training

Water Safety Instructor

Personal Fitness 21

CrossFit Triton West

Cross Train

Get Me Started

Personal Training

Water Activities 22

Adult Swim Lessons

Aqua Combo

SilverSplash®

Water Aerobics

SPORTS & RECREATION 22 Adult Sports 22

Adult Drop-In Volleyball

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

SOCIAL SERVICES 24 Child Welfare 24

Upward Bound

Community Health 24

Fit-to-Go

Be Water Safe Week

Semana de Seguridad en el Agua

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA

LIVESTRONG Graduates

YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program

VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING 25 Volunteering 25

Financial Assistance 25

Heritage Society 25

Community Support Campaign 16

ABOUT OUR Y 4

COMMUNITY RESOURCES 26

POLICIES & REGULATIONS 28

WHAT’S INSIDE

MEMBERSHIP 8

CODE OF CONDUCT 30

CONTACT US 31

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Our mission is to strengthen the foundation of the community through programs, services & relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind & body. We aim to be an effective resource & influential partner of the community by strengthening meaningful, caring relationships and promoting healthy, productive lifestyles for generations.

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MORE The Wallingford Family YMCA has been a leader in wellness for 70 years. It’s not just about how many reps you can do or how fast you can run the mile. We change lives, build families and reach out to neighbors in need. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, health and our neighbors. By joining the YMCA, you will bring about meaningful change not just within yourself, but in your community too.

YOU CAN BE A PART OF SOMETHING HERE AT THE WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA

When you join the Y, you join a community organization

that offers more heath, more hope & more opportunity:

Parents find a safe, nurturing environment to their children to stay active, be engaged and learn positive values.

Families come together to have fun and spend quality time with each other.

Children & teens play, develop self-confidence and know they are accepted.

Adults connect with friends, pursue interests and lean how to live healthier lives.

People from all backgrounds and walks of life come together to volunteer and help our community become stronger.

We all build relationships that further our sense of belonging and purpose.

Get stronger, feel healthier & be a part of something bigger.

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WEST SIDE BRANCH MEMBERSHIP RATES

Young Adult

Adult

Family

Monthly Fee

$20

$30

$50

Facility Fee

$20

$30

$50

Fitness Center

(Cardio)

BRANCH MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Access to the West Side Branch, the area’s most comprehensively equipped fitness facility with brand new state-of-the-art flooring in the group fitness studio & basketball gym

Two free personal training sessions

Babysitting services available for children 6 weeks to 10 years old

WEST SIDE BRANCH 8 North Turnpike Road

Wallingford, CT 06492

P 203 269 3348

Functional

Fitness Zone

Fitness Center

(Free Weights)

Basketball

Court

Aerobics

Studio

HOURS

Monday-Friday 5:00AM-10:00PM

Saturday 7:00AM-6:00PM

Sunday 7:00AM-5:00PM

SUMMER HOURS (May 25-September 7)

Monday-Friday 5:00AM-10:00PM

Saturday 7:00AM-5:00PM

Sunday 7:00AM-3:00PM

AMENITIES

5 complete selectorized circuits, Hammer Strength Free Weight equipment and 2 complete free weight training areas

Brand new Functional Fitness Zone, equipped with a Rogue Infinity rig & deadlift platform, bumper plates, slammer balls, kettlebells and more

Fully equipped stretching and abdominal training rooms

Huge group fitness studio, capable of holding 50-60 participants with ease, equipped with 2 full sets of adjustable BodyPump® Barbell sets and an entire rack of Bosu balls

Over 30 group fitness classes per week including Zumba®, Insanity & Les Mills BodyPump®

75 pieces of cardiovascular equipment with individual TVs on every unit

Open gym time in our full basketball court

Luxurious locker rooms with custom wooden lockers and both steam room & sauna

Juice bar with shakes & supplements

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ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP RATES

Youth

Young Adult

Adult

Couple

Family

Monthly Fee

$18

$24

$47

$70

$79

Facility Fee

$18

$24

$47

$70

$79

Fitness Center

(Cardio)

Fitness Center

(Free Weights)

Aerobics

Studio

Teaching

Pool

ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

As an association member, you have all the benefits of being a branch member PLUS access to our East Side Branch at 81 S Elm Street INCLUDING

FREE babysitting services for children 6 weeks to 10 years old

Discounted priority registration for camp, lessons and other YMCA programs

Use of most YMCA’s in New England at no additional charge through the Reciprocity program

EAST SIDE BRANCH 81 South Elm Street

Wallingford, CT 06492

P 203 269 4497

Lap Pool

HOURS

Monday-Friday 4:30AM-9:30PM

Saturday 5:00AM-6:00PM

Sunday 7:00AM-5:00PM

SUMMER HOURS (May 25-September 7)

Monday-Friday 4:30AM-9:30PM

Saturday 5:00AM-5:00PM

Sunday 7:00AM-3:00PM

AMENITIES

A 4,000 square foot fitness center stocked with new StarTrac equipment & eSpinners and staffed by friendly, knowledgeable staff

Over 60 group fitness classes per week including Zumba® & aqua exercise classes

Renowned SilverSneakers® program with morning & afternoon classes as well as the Splash exercise program in the pool

Open & family gym time in our full basketball court

2 racquetball courts

4 lane lap pool with open & family swim times

Warmer teaching pool with open & family swim times

5 locker rooms including men’s locker room with steam room and women’s locker room with sauna

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MEMBERSHIP DEFINITIONS

ASSOCIATION MEMBER - Adult/Child who pays monthly or annually for an Association membership with access to both the East Side & West Side Branches.

BRANCH MEMBER - Adult/Young Adult who pays monthly or annually for a West Side Branch membership with access to ONLY the West Side Branch.

As a Branch member, you have access to only our West Side Branch. You are not entitled to Reciprocity benefits and there is a fee for Child Watch. If you are interested in taking programs at our East Side Branch, you are required to pay the Program Member rate.

PROGRAM MEMBER - Adult/Child who is participating in YMCA programs and does not pay monthly or annually for an Association membership.

MEMBERSHIP DESCRIPTIONS

YOUTH - Up to 14 years of age

YOUNG ADULT - 15-23 years of age

ADULT - 24+ years of age

COUPLE - 2 adults living in the same household

FAMILY* - 2 adults living in the same household and dependent children up to 23 years of age

*A West Side Branch Family membership includes 2 adults in the household and any dependent children ages 15 and older. An Association Family membership includes all children in the household, regardless of age. Seniors aged 62 and older can receive a discount of 20% off of their membership.

FACILITY FEE This one-time fee is for all new members and those who allow their membership to expire for a 60-day period. The funds are used for equipment purchases and capital improvement.

ONE DAY MEMBERSHIP

EAST SIDE BRANCH

Adult Day Pass: $10

Youth Day Pass: $5

Family Day Pass: $17

West Side Branch Members can use the East Side Branch at the following daily rates:

Single: $5 Family: $10

WEST SIDE BRANCH

Day Pass: $10

MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL At the Wallingford Family YMCA, we wanted to find a way to make the YMCA accessible to all members of the community in order to fulfill our mission of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. With that in mind, we are proud to introduce Membership for All - an innovative way for ALL residents to join the YMCA where they can learn, grow and thrive. This program is funded by our annual Community Support Campaign. Membership for All is intended for members who have a gross annual household income of up to $75,000. It uses an income-based rate scale to determine one's monthly rate. To apply for the Membership for All program, you must come to the Welcome Center of the YMCA with your most recent tax return and your last two paystubs. You must fill out the membership paperwork as well as the scholarship application.

MEMBERSHIP FOR ALL RATE SCALE

50% Join Fee Discount at 5-40%

100% Join Fee Discount at 50%

PLEASE NOTE: Membership for All cannot be combined with promotions or discounts

SILVERSNEAKERS® & SILVER&FIT® SilverSneakers and Silver&Fit are fun, energizing programs that help older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. Some insurance companies will pay for either of these program, giving you a free Association membership to the Y. Bring your Medicare supplemental card & insurance card to the Welcome Center to see if you qualify.

MEMBERSHIP

HOUSEHOLD ANNUAL INCOME

$70,000-74,999

$60,000-69,999

$50,000-59,999

$40,000-49,999

$30,000-39,999

$20,000-29,999

$19,999 & Under

(dependents reported on tax return)

1

5%

20%

50%

FAMILY SIZE

2

5%

10%

30%

50%

3

5%

10%

20%

40%

50%

4

5%

10%

20%

30%

50%

50%

5 5%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

50%

6 10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

50%

50%

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT All kids deserve the chance to discover who they are any what they can achieve, under the guidance of caring

adults who believe in their potential. We see every interaction with young people as an opportunity for learning and development - all grounded in the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

CHILD CARE

Corporate Child Care YMCA Corporate Child Care provides more than just a place to play. We provide experiences to help entire family units cope, grow, communicate and care for each other. We maintain and strengthen what starts at home, giving all kinds of families the support they need to succeed.

Our goal is to promote children’s emotional, social, physical and intellectual development while meeting the needs of families. We believe in the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility. We promote these values among staff and encourage teachers to plan developmentally appropriate activities that reflect these core values.

For the times you can’t be there yourself, the YMCA supports your efforts to nurture the healthy growth of your child. It provides safe, affordable, high-quality care so you can have peace of mind while you work to help your family succeed.

Our use of primary care givers for infants encourages open communication between the care giver & the parent and helps bridge the gap between home & the center. Our infant to staff ratio is 3:1.

In an age-appropriate environment, experienced staff provides developmentally appropriate programs for each individual age group. Our curriculum is based on the interests and needs of the children and promotes emotional, social, physical and cognitive development.

THE EARLY LEARNING CENTER at Gaylord Hospital The Early Learning Center offers quality child care and Pre-K programs for children 8 weeks-5 years, Monday-Friday from 6:45AM-5:30PM. The High Reach Learning Curriculum is used with all age groups. PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS

Family Nights at the YMCA Swim lessons for Pre K students Weekly sports skills Music Enrichment

For more information about the Early Learning Center, please contact the center at 203-284-5920 or [email protected]. THE LEARNING COMMUNITY at Choate Rosemary Hall The YMCA Learning Community offers quality child care for infants, toddlers, preschool and Pre-K children 8 weeks-5 years, Monday-Friday from 7:00AM-6:00PM. The NAEYC approved Creative Curriculum is used with all age groups. PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS

Weekly drama classes Family Nights at the YMCA Swim lessons for Pre K students Music Together® Program

For more information about the Leaning Community, please contact the center at 203-697-2150 or [email protected].

School Age Growth & Enrichment (SAGE) School Age Growth & Enrichment (SAGE) is located in all 8 elementary schools, with Holy Trinity students being bused to Moses Y Beach. Our hours of operation are from 6:45AM until the start of school and from dismissal until 6:00PM. We are a state licensed facility, with caring staff to provide a safe and fun environment for children of working parents or anyone who requires such care. No one is turned away for inability to pay; we accept Care for Kids and provide financial aid.

We stress a healthy spirit, mind and body. To help achieve this, we offer healthy snacks in both the morning and afternoon. Homework time is held every afternoon, with staff always present and ready to offer assistance. We utilize either the gym or playground daily to help keep the children active. Board games, tabletop activities and craft projects are also a daily part of the program. The children also participate in monthly community service projects. The YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility are some of the important things that make us different from other child care facilities.

SAGE at KinderHouse Our SAGE at KinderHouse program operates out of the KinderHouse on 16 Wallace Ave. We are a state licensed facility, with caring staff to provide a safe and fun environment for children of working parents or anyone who requires such care. No one is turned away for inability to pay; we accept Care for Kids and provide financial aid. We provide wrap around care for students in Kindergarten. The AM program runs from 6:45AM until they are brought to the bus at noon to attend PM Kindergarten. They may then attend PM care at their school site. Students who attend AM Kindergarten are brought to the Y by the bus after dismissal, and attend the program until 6:00PM. They may also attend AM care at their school sites. Students bring their own lunch, and are provided both AM and PM snacks. Children swim once a week and have music & gym enrichment weekly. Computers are available in our media room. Games and manipulative toys are always available. Along with the gym, the children have a playscape in the back yard. The staff at KinderHouse are warm, nurturing, experienced, and fun. Come join the fun at KinderHouse!

Enrichment & Leadership for Middle School (ELMS) Enrichment & Leadership for Middle School (ELMS) is a licensed after school program running from the end of school until 6:00PM. Teens are bused to the YMCA/Rotary Teen Center from both middle schools at the close of school. Daily, students may participate in sports activities at Doolittle Park, YMCA fitness classes, and have full use of the YMCA/Rotary Teen Center. They are provided with a healthy snack and homework time during the afternoon. Community service, science and art projects highlight this program. The Middle School Afterschool Program will occasionally take field trips for bowling, go-karting and the movies, just to name a few. The children must complete a fundraising activity of their choosing in order to help subsidize the cost of this trip.

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EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT

All Day Kindergarten The YMCA All Day Kindergarten occupies four spacious rooms on the 2nd floor of KinderHouse, located at 16 Wallace Street, Wallingford, CT. An enclosed playground, picnic tables and playscape provide a safe, outdoor area. The Wallingford YMCA was first to venture in operating a full day Kindergarten Program in the Wallingford Community and is 15 years young.

Academic Program runs from 9:00AM-3:00PM. Extended Day hours meet the needs of working parents for both before and after school care, 6:45AM-9:00AM and/or 3:00PM-6:00PM.

The All Day Kindergarten aims to meet the developmental needs of each child. Scheduling, pacing and rhythm of each activity are consistent with recognized principles of childhood education. These principles recognize that each child develops at his own unique rate within the general needs of his or her age group. The All Day Kindergarten provides creative opportunities and experiences which stimulate a child’s physical, social, intellectual and emotional development.

Students benefit from small class size, 1:1 instruction and the presence of two teachers daily. Handwriting, phonics, math, science, social studies and reading are part our daily lessons.

Enrichment programs include Reach for the Stars Reading Program, PAF (Preventing Academic Failure), Computer Tots computer classes, field trips, swim lessons, art, music, physical education and free swim.

The YMCA believes that activities which involve the parents in their child’s development should be included in Kindergarten. Activities to strengthen the family unit will give families, students and teachers the chance to work, play and learn together.

To schedule a visit or for more information, please contact our ADK staff Maggie Maugeri & Nancy Germain at 203-284-5328.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Babysitting Training The 6 hour American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course gives participants 11 & over the skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. Through hands-on activities, interactive video and lively discussions, the course teaches young people how to make good decisions and demonstrate age appropriate behaviors. It also reviews first-aid skills including caring for cuts & scrapes, choking and rescue breathing. Participants must attend both days.

Members: $75

Program Members: $100

SWIM, SPORTS & PLAY

BIRTHDAY PARTIES Treat your child to a YMCA pool or gym party! Your party will be hosted by a YMCA Party Planner to ensure your child has a party to remember! You bring decorations, paper goods, food & drinks and we take care of the rest. Parties can be held on Saturday or Sunday at 12:00 and 2:30PM. All parties must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance. Parties last for 2 hours unless otherwise noted. There is a $50 non-refundable deposit and a maximum of 15 guests for all parties. Contact Shannon Wynn at [email protected] for more information about birthday parties at the YMCA.

Make Your Party a Deluxe Party! For just an additional $100, make your party a deluxe

party by letting the YMCA take care of getting your pizza and cake for you. This is just one way for us to help you

make your party as stress-free as possible.

Swim Parties Pool parties are great year round! Children will enjoy splashing around in our teaching pool while being supervised by one of our certified lifeguards. They will have an hour in the party room and an hour in the pool. Pool Parties are for children 5 and up.

Members: $125

Program Members: $190

Flick & Float Parties Watch a movie while swimming and floating in our teaching pool! You will then have an hour in the party room after your movie.

Members: $300

Program Members: $360

Gym Parties This party is geared around your child’s favorite sports! There are a variety of activities to choose from: T-ball, floor hockey, soccer, basketball, and many more. Let us know what you are interested in and we will do whatever we can to make it happen! There is an hour spent in the gym, and an hour in the party room. Gym Parties are for children of ALL AGES.

Members: $125

Program Members: $190

Teen House Parties Why not have your party in the YMCA/Rotary Teen Center? Your child will have the full run of what the Teen House has to offer: Pool, ping pong, even the Wii on our big screen TV! Teen House Parties are for children 9 and up.

Members: $150

Program Members: $215

Teen House Swim & Teen House Gym Parties You can also have swimming or the gym as part of your party at the Teen House! You will have an hour in either the pool or the gym, in addition to an hour in the Teen House.

Members: $180

Program Members: $240

POOL RULES FOR BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Children ages 5-7 MUST maintain a ratio of 1 adult in the water for every 3 children.

Children ages 8 and older do not have to have any adults in the water.

REMEMBER: There is a 15 child maximum.

This is to ensure the safety of your guests.

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COMPETITIVE SWIMMING & SPORTS

Wallingford Dolphins Swim Team The Wallingford Family YMCA Dolphins Swim Team is a year-round competitive program serving those in the town of Wallingford and its surrounding communities by helping swimmers of all abilities reach his or her highest potential. Organized and operated by the Aquatics Department at the Wallingford Family YMCA, the Dolphins apply the four YMCA Core Values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility to all aspects of the sport while also focusing on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This program also instills commitment, dedication, teamwork & a love of swimming within each & every member of the team and builds a strong foundation for a lifetime of healthy fitness habits. The Dolphins Swim Team participates in YMCA competitions at the local, state, regional and national level. The team also competes as a part of the USA Swimming Association offering those swimmers who meet specific criteria the opportunity to swim at the local, regional, state, zone and national competitive level. Membership is required for all Dolphin Swim Team participants. Brand new swimmers looking to join the team must contact the WFYD Head Coach for an ‘evaluation to be appropriately placed in a practice group.

For more information about the WFYD Swim Team, pick up a team brochure, visit www.wallingforddolphins.org or contact Head Coach Alexandra Hunter at [email protected]

Private Coaching Private and semi-private coaching sessions give competitive swimmers the opportunity to work one on one with a certified coach. These sessions perfect strokes, turns, starts and finishes for competitive swimming. Coaches will employ drills to help the swimmer achieve better and legal starts, turns, and strokes.

Each package includes 3 hours with a WFYD coach. Private coaching is a 1:1 student to instructor ratio. Semi-Private coaching a 2:1 student to instructor ratio. Semi-Private coaching requires both individuals to be approximately the same skill level.

Please obtain a Private Coaching Request Form at the Welcome Center. This form needs to be completed and submitted to the Dolphins Head Coach to begin the process of setting up this program.

Private Lessons

Members: $150

Program Members: $210

Semi-Private Lessons

Members: $85 per swimmer

Program Members: $125 per swimmer

TEEN RECREATION

Teen House Open House Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II Every Monday & Wednesday night play the Wii, master ping pong or play basketball with your friends. The Teen Center is open and waiting for you!

M/W 6:30-8:30PM

TEEN SWIM PROGRAMS

Porpoise Club Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II Want to share your love of the water with others? Continue fine-tuning your skills while also learning how to teach them to others. This club will have a weekly meeting to practice water skills and lesson planning, as well as required assistant teaching time. You will learn strategies and “tricks of the trade” and then be given the chance to implement them with younger swimmers. This club is ideal for swimmers ages 11 and over who are already in Fish & Flying Fish class or on the swim team and want to start learning how to teach swimming. You will need a recommendation from either the Head Coach or your current instructor to join this club. The skills you teach may someday save a life!

Members: $65

Program Members: $105

Teen Beginner Lessons (ages 11-15) Don’t know how to swim? Feel like you are too old for youth lessons but too young to swim with the adults? This class will help you overcome your fears & anxiety and prepare you to join our regular swim lessons with age-appropriate swimmers.

Members: $50

Program Members: $90

Teen Intermediate Lessons (ages 11-15) Confident enough to be independent in the water, but want to learn how to swim better? Feel like you are too old for youth lessons but too young to swim with the adults? This class will help you better your stroke technique and prepare you to join advanced level lessons or become a part of the WFYD Swim Team with Narwhal Club!

Members: $50

Program Members: $90

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

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YOUTH DANCE PROGRAMS Let Miss Christine introduce your child to the world of dance. Under her guidance, your little dancer will learn new and excited steps while developing coordination.

Ballet & Tap Combo I Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II

(ages 3-5) For the dancer who wants to learn both ballet and tap in one class! Your child will learn classical ballet and tap, combining rhythm, timing, coordination and style.

Members: $55

Program Members: $75

Ballet & Tap Combo II Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 4-6) This class is for dancers who have previously taken dance and who want to learn both ballet and tap in one class!

Members: $55

Program Members: $75

YOUTH RECREATION

Kid’s Night Out Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II Parents, need a chance to have some relaxing time to yourselves? Kid’s Night Out is the perfect opportunity for you to have a Friday night out while your children have a blast here at the YMCA. Designed for grades K-5, each night will feature jam packed fun! Kids will enjoy pizza and a movie, swimming, games,and more with our trained YMCA staff. Registration is required & space is limited. Family discounts are available.

Time: 6:30-9:00PM

Members: $25

Program Members: $35

Halloween Party & Overnight Come in costume and enjoy Halloween crafts, fun games and swimming! Snacks will be provided. If you are 8 or older, stay over for the overnight! We will have a sleepover in the gym with movies and pizza, with breakfast in the morning. Party is drop off ONLY.

Date: October 24

PARTY

Time: 5:00-8:00PM

Members: $5

Program Members: $10

PARTY & OVERNIGHT

Time: 5:00PM-8:00AM

Members: $35

Program Members: $40

New Year’s Overnight Stay that the YMCA for New Year’s Eve! We will swim & play games, sleepover in the gym with moves & pizza and have a jam-packed evening as we watch the ball drop. Family discounts are available. Overnight is for children 8 and older.

Date: December 31

Time: 7:00PM-9:00AM

Members: $50

Program Members: $60

YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS

All classes for children ages 2-5 are 30 minutes of instruction and 10 minutes of free play with parents.

Munchkin Basketball Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 3-5) This class is designed to teach the basics of basketball with emphasis put on dribbling, passing and shooting. Basic rules of the game will be introduced and teamwork will be developed.

Members: $45

Program Members: $65

Munchkin Soccer Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 3-5) This class is designed to teach the basics of soccer with the emphasis put on dribbling, passing and shooting. Ball control and teamwork will also be taught.

Members: $45

Program Members: $65

Munchkin Tennis Spring II & Fall I (ages 3-5) This class introduces the basic skills and movements required in tennis. Class will get your child moving around the court and practicing the basic strokes and positioning required to develop their tennis skills. Players need to bring their own racquets. Class is held at Doolittle Park. Members: $45

Program Members: $65

Munchkin Triple Play Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 3-5) This program is designed to give your preschooler the basic skills of soccer, basketball, and baseball. They will spend 2 weeks on each sport with emphasis on skill development, improving coordination and fun.

Members: $45

Program Members: $65

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Youth Basketball Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 5-9) This program is designed to build basic basketball skills and develop a sense of teamwork and game awareness. New skills will be introduced weekly as the players build up to game playing situations.

Members: $50

Program Members: $70

Youth Tennis Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I & Fall II (ages 5-9) Teaches the basics and lets children develop the skills needed to play the game. Proper strokes, volleying, serving and the rules of the game will be learned. Players need to bring their own racquet.

Members: $50

Program Members: $70

Youth Volleyball Winter, Spring I & Fall II (ages 7+) This class is an introduction to the basic skills of volleyball in a non-competitive environment. Participants will learn how to set, serve, pass as well as the basic rules of the game and proper court placement.

Members: $50

Program Members: $70

YOUTH SWIM LESSONS

S.K.I.P. (ages 6-36 months) These parent/child swimming lessons promote water enrichment and aquatic readiness activities. The child learns how to kick, scoop, back float, blow bubbles, and get their face wet; while the parent learns how to teach the child to be safe in the water. All children who are not potty trained MUST wear a swim diaper and a bathing suit or plastic pants. To receive the YMCA member rate, at least 1 participant (parent or child) must be a current YMCA member.

Members: $50

Program Members: $90

Pike (ages 3-5) This is the first level of the preschool swim lessons. Children use floatation and need to be comfortable without mom or dad in the pool. Primary skills taught include breathing, floating, kicking and paddling, as well as self confidence and safety.

Twice a Week Lessons Once a Week Lessons

Members: $90 Members: $50

Program Members: $160 Program Members: $90

Eel (ages 3-5) Children must be able to swim horizontally 10-15 yards with a noodle or up to 2 bubbles and be comfortable putting their face in the water. They should be confident floating on their back, with their ears submerged in the water, without the help of an instructor. They also need to be comfortable in deep water with floatation.

Twice a Week Lessons Once a Week Lessons

Members: $90 Members: $50

Program Members: $160 Program Members: $90

Ray (ages 3-5) Children must be confident swimming 10-15 yards on their front and back, without floatation or assistance from an instructor. They need to be able to submerge while blowing bubbles and be comfortable while being independent in deep water.

Twice a Week Lessons Once a Week Lessons

Members: $90 Members: $50

Program Members: $160 Program Members: $90

Starfish (ages 3-5) Children must be able to swim 25 yards without floatation on their front and 25 yards without floatation on their back. They must also know the basics of front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and elementary backstroke.

Twice a Week Lessons Once a Week Lessons

Members: $90 Members: $50

Program Members: $160 Program Members: $90

Polliwog (ages 6+) This is for children who are still dependant on the use of floatation or are afraid of the water. Beginner skills such as breathing, kicking, floating, paddling and elementary backstroke are taught.

Members: $50

Program Members: $90

Guppy (ages 6+) Children must be swimming 25 yards without floatation or assistance on the front and 15 yards without floatation or assistance on their backs. Children learn front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke, as well as improve strength and endurance.

Members: $50

Program Members: $90

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen

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Minnow (ages 6+) Children must be able to swim 25 yards of both front and back crawl and be able to swim an endurance test of at least 50 yards. Children will improve upon their front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke techniques, as well as learn the basics of butterfly, sidestroke and diving.

Members: $65

Program Members: $105

Fish & Flying Fish (ages 6+) Children must be able to complete a 100 yard endurance swim, 50 yards of front crawl and back crawl and 25 yards of breaststroke, butterfly and sidestroke. Children will learn the basics of competitive swimming and basic water rescues, as well as increase endurance.

Members: $65

Program Members: $105

Private, Semi-Private & Custom Group Lessons This program is offered to those 3 years of age and older. Lessons can be purchased in blocks of six 30 minute classes or four 45 minute classes. Private lessons are a 1:1 student to instructor ratio. Semi-Private lessons are a 2:1 student to instructor ratio. Custom Group lessons can have 3-6 swimmers. Semi-Private and Custom Group lessons require all individuals to be approximately the same skill level. Please obtain a Private Lesson Request Form at the Welcome Center. This form needs to be completed and submitted to the Aquatics Director to begin the process of setting up this program.

Private Lessons

Members: $150

Program Members: $210

Semi-Private Lessons

Members: $85 per swimmer

Program Members: $125 per swimmer

Custom Group Lessons

Members: $50 per swimmer

Program Members: $90 per swimmer

CAMP

DAY CAMPS

Camp Ulbrich 2015 Camp Ulbrich is coming! Camp Ulbrich is coming! It is never too early to start thinking about your summer camp needs and if you want your child to have & safe summer to remember, look no further than Camp Ulbrich. Whether your camper is a Rascal (Pre-K-K) or an AdventurTeen (grades 6-9), an All-Star (grades 1-5) or a C.I.T. (grade 10), Camp Ulbrich has something for everyone. Camp begins in June, but register now to ensure your child has a summer full of adventure. Watch out for our camp brochure in January - Early Bird Registration for Returning Campers begins February 1.

Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation You don't have to wait for summer to have summer camp fun. Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation Days are a great way for your child to have a fun and safe experience when school is not in session. Kids in grades K-8, will participate in swimming, arts & crafts, group games, and so much more. Summer is months away, but you don't have to wait for camp. Sign up for Camp Ulbrich Y-Cation Days today!

Time: 7:00AM-6:00PM

Members: $50

Program Members: $70

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From exercise to education

From volleyball to volunteerism

From preschool to preventive health

We are so much more than just Gym & Swim

The Wallingford Family YMCA is a non-profit organization that supports the community every day of the year, and never more so than in challenging and uncertain times. From cancer-survivor programs aimed to regain strength and endurance to programs fighting the youth obesity epidemic, the YMCA meets the needs of the Wallingford community. Over the past 70 years, the YMCA has provided programs for all to strengthen the spirit, mind and body and we can’t do it alone.

Our annual Community Support Campaign ensures that no one is turned away because of the inability to pay. Each year, the Wallingford Family YMCA provides financial assistance to thousands of local youth and families. As a non-profit organization, the Y relies on contributions from members and other friends to promote the healthy development of all regardless of their financial means. 100% of each contributed dollar goes to subsidize the cost of programs for children, families and seniors and to give financial assistance to those who need it.

Sustaining current subsidized programs $115,000

Youth Development $27,500 Combating childhood obesity with our Fit-to-Go programs

Healthy Living $40,000 Uniting & supporting cancer survivors with LiveSTRONG at the YMCA Helping prevent type 2 diabetes with the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program

Social Responsibility $25,000 Working with at-risk youth with Upward Bound

TOTAL $207,500

2015 COMMUNITY SUPPORT CAMPAIGN

Goal: $150,000

$49,250

$43,867

$41,709

$39,007

$22,982

$19,745

$13,214

$10,000 $3,802

Upward Bound - Teen Outreach

Fit-to-Go - Youth Obesity

Membership for All

LIVESTRONG at the Y - Cancer Survivors

Preschool Child Care

School Age Growth & Enrichment

Camp Ulbrich

YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program

Youth & Aquatic Programs

PRIORITY INVESTMENT

2014 COMMUNITY SUPPORT CAMPAIGN

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HEALTHY LIVING Health and well-being are all about balance. That’s why we help people and families build and maintain

healthy habits for spirit, mind and body in their everyday lives. By helping kids, adults, families and seniors from all walks of life to improve their health and well-being, we build a stronger community.

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FAMILY TIME

Flick & Float You and your family, floating aimlessly in our Teaching Pool, watching a hit movie… who could ask for a better (and cheaper!) way to spend time with your family?

Time: Movie starts at 7:00PM

Members: FREE

Program Members: $10/family

St. Patty’s Day Shindig Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Wallingford Y with a special themed gym game, an Irish craft and a treat for the whole family. Come on down and wear your green Irish pride!

Date: March 13

Time: 6:30-8:30PM

Cost: FREE

Easter Egg-stravaganza Join the Easter Bunny for an egg-cellent afternoon with an Easter Egg Hunt, a Spring craft, themed gym games and more. Don’t forget to get your free photo with the Easter Bunny as a special thanks for being with us! Due to the popularity of this event, pre-registration is REQUIRED. Drop-ins will not be able to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt or receive a photo with the Easter Bunny.

Date: March 28

Time: 1:00-4:00PM

Cost: FREE

Healthy Kids Day Healthy Kids Day is the Y's largest national initiative event supporting our focus on healthy living and the importance of children being safe, active and engaged. From local vendors to family games, healthy snacks to special presentations, Healthy Kids Day is the perfect event for all families.

Date: May 2

Time: 11:00AM-1:00PM

Cost: FREE

Turkey-palooza Come celebrate Thanksgiving with games, crafts and free family fun!

Date: November 21

Time: 11:00AM-1:00PM

Cost: FREE

Scuba Santa Who thought you would be able to swim in the pool with Santa? Enjoy a Wallingford Y tradition by helping Santa decorate his underwater tree. After your swim, warm up with hot cocoa and cookies, then have fun with an indoor “snowball” fight and holiday crafts.

Date: December 13

Time: 1:00-3:00PM

Cost: FREE with a donation of an new, unwrapped toy or

non-perishable food

FOR HEALTHY LIVING Improving Wallingford’s health and well-being

COMMUNITY DAY Food Trucks, Family Games, Magic Show, Scholastic

Book Fair, Obstacle Course, Inflatables & MORE!

at DOOLITTLE PARK from 10:00AM-2:00PM

FISHBEIN/WALLINGFORD YMCA

COMMUNITY DAY & ROAD RACE

Youth Races Grades 3-8

2K Walk WALKStrong to LiveSTRONG

5K & 10K Certified & Chip-Timed

JOIN US AFTER THE RACE & WALK FOR

Kids Fun Run Grades 2 & under

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HEALTH, WELL-BEING & FITNESS

GROUP CLASSES The Wallingford Family YMCA offers more than 100 Fitness and Cycling Classes per week, including 15 classes per week just for Active Older Adults. Fitness classes are included with a YMCA membership, but if you’d like to try our classes before becoming a member, we invite you to purchase a Group Fitness Punch Card ($90 for 20 classes or $49 for 10). This card can be used for Fitness or Aquatics classes. Schedules can be found online and at the facility.

Fitness Classes

1 Minute AeroSculpt WS This total body conditioning class held in a fast-passed boot camp style format. Perform one weight exercise for one minute, followed by one minute of heart-pumping cardio. Engage all muscle groups and work up a sweat with this effective calorie burning combo.

20/20 ES This class incorporates 20 minutes of intense cardio with 20 minutes of resistance training to sculpt and define those muscles. Appropriate for all fitness levels.

Ab Solution ES 45 minutes of hard-hitting abdominal work. Get on the fast track to a six-pack!

Cardio Strength Blast ES A mix of heart-pumping cardio (kickboxing, hi-low, step & boot camp) combined with strength utilizing balls, weights and bands - something different every class!

Diva Dance Fitness ES Empower, let loose and bring out your inner diva! This is a class that ties fitness and hot dance styles from burlesque, tango, belly dance and so much more. This is the perfect class for all fitness levels and dance abilities.

Extreme Kickboxing ES Kickboxing drills and circuits are performed in this dynamic class that also partners you up for sparring. Ideal for intermediate to advanced exercisers.

Guts & Butts ES Hit your body where you need it most! Tone and slim your midsection, hips and legs in this targeted strength class. Guaranteed to have you coming back for more!

HIIT ES High Intensity Interval Training gives maximum results in minimal time! Hard-hitting aerobic intervals alternate with less intense recovery periods to improve athletic ability and improve fat burning.

Low Impact Cardio Fit ES Keep your heart pumping and the calories burning with 45 minutes of non-stop action! Weights, resistance bands and core work may be incorporated.

Low Impact Mix-Up ES Get your low-impact cardio workout with a fun twist! It’s a different class each week, with two instructors offering a variety of workout styles.

Personal Training 101 WS Learn the skills, drills and techniques used by trainers to improve all aspects of physical fitness

Pilates ES A total body mat workout with emphasis on the core muscles (abdominals and low back). Increase your core strength and body awareness and improve your posture! All fitness levels welcome.

Pilates Core Fusion WS A Pilates-infused transformational fitness experience allows you to work from the inside out and consistently delivers results. It fuses the disciplines of core conditioning and Pilates to produce long, lean muscle, a flexible, youthful body and a sense of peace & relaxation.

Power Strength ES Whole body strength & conditioning class, combining barbells, dumbbells and floor work to challenge the entire body. Great for all levels of fitness.

Step Classes ES/WS We offer a level just right for you. Choose from beginner or intermediate levels.

Stronger Longer ES A class designed to help older adults improve their muscular strength, cardiovascular strength and flexibility. Good for beginners.

Total Body Conditioning WS This class boosts your muscular strength, endurance, coordination and flexibility. One class, one goal: a balanced approach to fitness. Total Body Conditioning is a great workout for everyone. - to mater what fitness level.

TREAD WS Improve balance, agility and endurance through interval training on the treadmill. This class will warm you up with light jogging and have you power walking at various speeds and inclines with added intervals of sprints, running drills and climbs.

Insanity Lead by Certified INSANITY instructors who will push you past your limits through plyometric drills with nonstop intervals of strength, power, resistance, and core training moves. You'll work through MAX Interval Training: Long bursts of maximum-intensity exercises with short periods of rest - all done to your fitness level. THE BENEFITS: Lose weight not muscle, increase your metabolism and burn more calories before and after class!!

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Krav Maga EASY TO LEARN – REALISTIC -- PRACTICAL

Krav Maga is one of the best self-defense systems available today. This class provides a great cardio workout while you learn to defend yourself from potential attacks and situations using natural and instinctive responses. Participants train with as much realism as possible and still maintain a high level of safety.

No previous experience is necessary, open to males and females 15 years old and up. You will get a workout in this program. Flexible punch cards allow students to generate their own schedule and come as often as they are able. Mandatory equipment purchase of $55 includes grappling gloves and forearm guards for student safety.

1 Class: $20

5 Classes: $75

10 Classes: $120

20 Classes: $200

Les Mills International Classes BODYPUMP™ WS The original barbell class, will sculpt, tone and strengthen your entire body, fast! Great bodies aren't born, they are transformed, using the proven BODYPUMP™ formula: THE REP EFFECT™ a breakthrough in resistance workout training. Focusing on low weight loads and high repetition movements, you'll burn fat, gain strength and quickly produce lean body muscle conditioning.

BODYPUMP™ is one of the world's fastest ways to get in shape as it challenges all of your major muscle groups while you squat, press, lift and curl.

The cutting-edge BODYPUMP™ choreography, and chart-topping music is refreshed every three months, so with your choice of weight and highly-trained instructors you can get the group effect and the results you've been looking for!

BODYCOMBAT™ WS This is the empowering cardio workout where you are totally unleashed. This fiercely energetic program is inspired by martial arts and draws from a wide array of disciplines such as karate, boxing, taekwondo, tai chi and muay thai. Supported by driving music and powerful role model instructors, you strike, punch, kick and kata your way through calories to superior cardio fitness. Like all the LES MILLS™ programs, a new BODYCOMBAT™ class is produced every three months with new music and choreography.

SilverSneakers® Looking for a terrific fitness program designed specifically for older adults? Want to build and maintain muscle tone, bone density, mobility, range of movement, cardiovascular fitness and functional strength? The award-winning SilverSneakers Fitness Program is the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults. SilverSneakers Classic classes are offered 4 times a week. Get fit …have fun …make friends!

Spinning® Indoor Cycling Spinning Indoor Cycling provides a terrific cardio workout, which offers countless health benefits, including: weight loss, increased energy levels, stronger heart & lungs, decreased risk for heart disease, increased bone density, better sleep and improved cholesterol & triglyceride levels. Sign-ups for Cycling classes start the day before the class.

Shokotan Karate Traditional Japanese Karate with foci on balance, coordination, endurance and strength.

Small class size ensures personalized instruction. All abilities are welcome. Class is for ages 10 and up. Instructor Maura Graham-Vecellio, Third Degree Black Belt, Japan Karate Association has over 28 years experience. For more information, contact [email protected]

Yoga Try one of our many Yoga class and work on your flexibility & relaxation techniques.

Basic ES/WS A light hearted, playful class that embraces all of the beautiful movement and rhythm of yoga.

Candle Light WS A slow moving, mindful class designed to fully learn to engage the breath and move with conscious awareness. Stretch and breathe your way to the ultimate stillness and relaxation. Enjoy!

Practice WS Join Christina for a Friday morning practice. As she takes to the mat, you can join her as she shares her way to start the weekend. A fun, energetic yoga class. All levels, some yoga knowledge is helpful.

Vinyasa I WS An active yoga practice synchronizing breath with movement. Gain stability, flexibility and mindful breath work. All levels welcome.

Vinyasa II WS A moderately paced vinyasa class with the intention to cultivate balance, strength and flexibility. Starts with warming up the body, followed by standing postures, balancing, core work, back bends and hip openers.

Vinyasa Flow WS A flowing, fluid style of yoga linked from one pose to the next.

Zumba® Classes Zumba Basic ES/WS The newest, freshest addition to the world of cardio! Zumba incorporates Latin and International dance styles to get your heart racing! So much fun, you’ll forget you’re exercising!

FOR HEALTHY LIVING Improving Wallingford’s health and well-being

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Zumba Fusion WS The true fitness triple threat! Sentao, Toning and Classic Zumba techniques will be used in one class for the Ultimate Zumba experience.

Zumba Toning ES/WS Zumba Toning is an innovative muscle training program with the addition of light weight toning sticks. This challenging workout help in building coordination and muscle endurance. Now that you’ve worked on your lower body rhythm, it’s time to perfect the upper body!

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

Connecticut Child Care The purpose of the American Red Cross CT Child Care course is to prepare individuals who work with children to prevent injuries, give immediate care to a suddenly ill or injured person until more advanced help arrives, recognize childhood communicable diseases and identify safe action at the onset of illness. This course also includes Adult, Child & Infant CPR.

Members: $100

Program Members: $125

CPR & First Aid Training Our American Red Cross classes will be taught by certified instructors here at the YMCA. In order to receive certification card, participant must be able to pass both the written and the hands-on tests with 80% or better. Great for coaches, parents, scouts and youth leaders. Class sizes are limited. Pre-registration is required. Re-certifications classes are also available. This course includes CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Standard First Sid & Administering Emergency Oxygen.

Members: $75

Program Members: $100

Lifeguard Training This is an American Red Cress program. Participants must be 15 years and older to take this course. CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen are included in this package. Participants must attend all classes as scheduled and pass both the written & physical exams with a score of 80% or higher to receive certification. Swimmers must complete a 300 yd swim, 2 minutes of treading water with legs only and a timed event on the first night of class or they will not be able to continue.

Members: $295

Program Members: $315

Water Safety Instructor Learn the Learn-to-Swim curriculum and become a certified swimming and water safety instructor. This is an American Red Cross program. Participants must be 16 years and older to take this course. Participants must attend all classes as scheduled and pass both the written & physical exams with a score of 80% or higher to receive certification. Please call the Aquatics Director for more information at 203-269-4497 x20.

Members: $295

Program Members: $315

PERSONAL FITNESS

CrossFit Triton West We are proud to be collaborating with CrossFit Triton to bring CrossFit to our members. CrossFit delivers a fitness that is, by design, broad, general and inclusive. Its specialty is not specializing. CrossFit is designed for universal scalability making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of experience. The same routines are used for elderly individuals with heart disease and cage fighters one month out from televised bouts. The program doesn’t change; only the load and intensity.

Not sure if CrossFit is for you? FREE trial classes are available!

CrossFit On Ramp New to CrossFit? Work out at the West Side Branch with CrossFit Triton and learn all you need to know to start! The On-Ramp program is required for ALL new clients prior to entering regular classes. The curriculum consists of 8 sessions completed over 4 weeks time to ensure knowledge and safety of movements. We'll review CrossFit Methodology, the various fundamental movements, Olympic lifts, nutrition and complete various benchmark On Ramp & WODs (Work Out of the Day).

M/W 9:30-10:30AM

Members: $75

CrossFit Triton Punch Card After completing On Ramp, continue your training at Cross Fit Triton. 8 class Punch Cards are available for purchase so YMCA members can take classes over at Triton.

Members: $80 CrossFit Teens (ages 13-17) Specially designed for the age group, CrossFit Teens is not simply a scaled down version of CrossFit, it is entirely absolutely CrossFit! Workouts consist of constantly varied, functional movements that deliver a fitness that is broad, inclusive and general & scaleable for any participant at any level.

W/F 4:30-5:30PM

Members: $50

Program Members: $75

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Cross Train A whole new way to get results at the Wallingford YMCA! Cross Training is a current, rigorous, results-based group personal training that gives equal attention to strength, cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, agility, speed, explosiveness and flexibility to achieve MAXIMUM ATHLETIC POTENTIAL. Train with exciting new equipment, including pull up/dip bars, plyometric boxes, power harnesses, break-away harnesses, agility ladders, hurdles, speed shoots & TRX suspension trainers. Classes are limited in size, with 2 instructors. Ideal for personalized attention while building camaraderie in a group setting.

Members: FREE

Get Me Started We’ve put together a two day one-on-one program at a terrific value to help you get started on your path to reaching your fitness goals! This two day one-on-one training will meet two fitness goals: 1. On Day One of the program, your trainer will assess

your current fitness levels for cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, core strength, and flexibility.

2. On Day Two, you will receive a comprehensive fitness report and, together with your personal trainer, build a fitness program which best builds on your fitness strengths and addresses your relative weaknesses.

No more generic, carbon copy exercise routines for you!

Cost: $100

Personal Training The best way to get started and to reach your individual fitness goals is to work with one of our knowledgeable personal trainers. They will help you assess your current fitness level, set and achieve your individual goals and move through fitness plateaus and stuck points. Invest in your fitness! Whether you’re new to fitness or you’re experienced and are looking for a challenge, our personal trainers will design training programs just for you, and will work with you one-on-one to maximize results.

30 Minute Express Training

5 Sessions: $155

10 Sessions: $260

20 Sessions: $455

60 Minute Training

5 Sessions: $260

10 Sessions: $455

20 Sessions: $860

WATER ACTIVITIES

Adult Swim Lessons Always wanted to learn to swim but were too afraid? Want to learn or improve your strokes? Adult Swim Lessons are for you!

Members: $65

Program Members: $105

Aqua Combo Uses a variety of group work and stations to create a workout as intense as you want. No swimming experience necessary. This class runs year round!

Members: FREE

Program Members: $84

SilverSneakers Splash® Activate your aqua exercise urge for variety! Splash offers LOTS of fun and shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming experience necessary. This class runs year round! This class consists of a 45 minute workout with 15 minutes of socializing.

Members: FREE

Program Members: $84

Water Aerobics “Not Your Grandmother’s Water Aerobics Class!!” High energy water aerobics classes designed to improve cardiovascular fitness, burn fat, increase strength and endurance, improve flexibility, range of motion and balance. Classes features include use of resistance training tools, such as water buoys, noodles and resistance tubing. There are shallow and deep water workouts and fun Friday water volleyball. These classes are meant to complement your fitness workouts at the Wallingford Family YMCA. No swimming experience necessary.

Members: FREE

Program Members: $84

SPORTS & RECREATION

ADULT SPORTS

Adult Drop-in Volleyball Winter & Spring I If you like to play volleyball and are interested in getting some great exercise, then this is the program for you!

M 6:30-8:30PM East Side

Members: FREE

Program Members: $3

FOR HEALTHY LIVING Improving Wallingford’s health and well-being

Commit to your fitness and meet with your trainer

1, 2 or even 5 times a week and you can save up to 25% off! For more details about our Personal

Training Packages, please see one of our trainers or our helpful Fitness Center staff.

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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY With our doors open to all, we bring together people from all backgrounds

and support those who need us most. We take on the most urgent needs of our community.

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SOCIAL SERVICES

CHILD WELFARE

Upward Bound Upward Bound is a free program offered by the Wallingford Family YMCA designed to help students in grades six through eight grow and develop in a positive environment with positive role models. It incorporates the Y philosophy of developing the spirit, mind, and body. Youth are challenged to reach past their limitations with decision-making opportunities, recreational activities, and positive self-expression. In doing so, our hope is that these youth will grow and learn about themselves in a multitude of aspects in their lives. In growing to understand themselves more completely, they will be better equipped when faced with everyday challenges. Upward Bound is supported by the United Way of Meriden/Wallingford, Rotary Foundation and the Liberty Bank Foundation.

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Fit-to-Go In response to the growing youth health crisis, the Wallingford Family YMCA is proud to offer the Fit-to-Go program. In this program, elementary and middle school youth will learn about healthy living and nutrition, develop a focused and realistic workout program that they can stick with, have tons of fun doing healthy activities, make new friends and feel better about themselves. Parents are invited to join us for monthly healthy meals, where healthy lifestyle tips are offered by a health professional. Fit-to-Go is supported by the United Way of Meriden/Wallingford, the Bank of America Foundation and the Town of Wallingford Department of Public Health.

Be Water Safe Week This program is designed to teach children basic water safety skills such as kicking, arm strokes, putting face in the water and floating. It combines swimming and water safety skills for children ages 3 years through 8 years of age. Registration will begin April 1. Pre-register for one preschool or school-age 30 minute lesson to attend Monday through Friday. For further information, please contact Marcie Woliver at 203-269-4497 x20 or [email protected] Dates: April 13-17

Semana de Seguridad en el Agua Este programa se diseña para enseñar a niños habilidades de seguridad acuáticas básicas como dar puntapiés, golpes del brazo, puesta de la cara en el agua y flotación. Combina natación y habilidades de seguridad acuáticas para años de niños 3 años durante 8 años de la edad. El registro comenzará el 1 de abril. Pre-registrarse para una clase preescolar o clase de la edad escolar de 30 minutos de lunes a viernes. Para mayor información, por favor comuníquese con Marcie Woliver al 203-269-4497 x20 o [email protected] Fechas: El 13-17 de abril

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA The YMCA and LIVESTRONG have joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a physical activity & well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors achieve their holistic health goals. The research-based program offers people affected by cancer a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities focused on strengthening the whole person. This 12-week small group exercise program is offered FREE. To find out more, please contact Intake Advisor Eileen Farmer, Coordinator of Community Initiatives at 203-269-4497 x24.

LIVESTRONG Graduates This new class is open to all LIVESTRONG at the YMCA graduates. Participants will have continued support from specially trained LIVESTRONG trainers, as well as from fellow graduates. This program is fitness-focused, so come dressed to exercise!

PARTNERS IN HEALING

THE WHOLE PERSON

FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Giving back and providing support to our neighbors

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YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is a community-based lifestyle improvement program for adults with prediabetes. Its purpose is to empower adults with lasting lifestyle changes that will improve their overall health and reduce their chance of developing type 2 diabetes.

Currently, diabetes affects nearly 29 million people. Another 86 million have prediabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes, but only 11 percent are aware of it. Research by the National Institutes of Health has shown that programs like the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program reduce the number of new cases of diabetes by 58% overall and by 71% in individuals over age 60.

Participants gather in a relaxed classroom setting and work together in small groups to learn how to incorporate healthier eating and moderate physical activity into their daily lives. The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is led by a trained Lifestyle Coach. This one year program includes 16 weekly sessions, followed by 8 monthly sessions.

To qualify for the program, participants must be at least 18 years old, overweight (BMI ≥25) and at risk for developing type 2diabetes or diagnosed with prediabetes. The goals of the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is to reduce body weight by 7% and increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week. For more information, please contact Eileen Farmer at 203-269-4497 x24.

VOLUNTEERISM & GIVING

VOLUNTEERS Volunteers are the heart and soul of any YMCA. The time and talent contributed by the men and women who volunteer at the Wallingford Family YMCA enable us to meet the needs of the many people we serve. Play and mentor kids! Help raise funds during our Community Support Campaign. Dive into helping needy families and elders. Work with seniors on improving health and peace of mind. Help guide runners during our Fishbein Road Race. We welcome anyone who wants to help with helping people. We've got something for everyone interested in volunteering. We may have specific needs at any time, but we are always happy to speak with you about volunteering ideas. We are so grateful for the work of students, graduate students, seniors, stay-at-home moms, people in transition as well as professionals in any field. Stop by the Welcome Center to pick up an application today or contact Debbie Chappell.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The Wallingford Family YMCA is proud of our heritage and commitment to make its character-building, family-enriching programs available to everyone in our community. Annually, we receive support from hundreds of members, community leaders and businesses including the United Way of Meriden/Wallingford who believe in our purpose. They contribute generously to our Community Support Campaign, Road Race, and various programs investing in your families. These funds are distributed on a sliding scale to families with a documented need in our community. Subject to available YMCA resources, our goal is to never turn anyone away because of an inability to pay. For more information contact Chris Kingston at 203-269-4497 x13. Applications can be found at www.wallingfordymca.org or you can pick one up at the YMCA Welcome Center.

WALLINGFORD YMCA HERITAGE SOCIETY In the 69 years since the Wallingford Family YMCA

was founded in our community, thousands of our community members have personally benefitted

from the Y. The YMCA Board of Directors has created an endowment fund and Heritage Society honoring

those who have made a commitment to provide for the future impact of our YMCA. Heritage Society members, by their current

or planned gift, ensure that our mission and our values endure, and that YMCA programs will positively impact our community for generations to come.

We hope you will give serious consideration to joining our Heritage Society, to make certain that the Y will continue to make a strong impact in the lives of members of the

Wallingford community for generations to come. If you would like more information regarding the YMCA’s Endowment Fund and the Heritage Society, please contact Sean Doherty,

Executive Director at [email protected] or 203-269-4497 x29.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

211 Connecticut www.211ct.org

Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in Connecticut and you will reach a highly-trained call specialist who will assess your needs and provide referrals to the resources in your community. Everyday, call specialists help callers find assistance for complex issues such as financial problems, substance abuse and suicide prevention and for simpler issues such as finding volunteer opportunities and donation options. 2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day every day of the year. Multilingual assistance and TDD access is also available.

Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) 350 State St, North Haven 203-498-6800 www.aces.org

ACES exists to improve public education through high quality, cost effective programs and services. From school-based technical assistance to programs that advance the education workforce, we work hand in hand with state officials and local educators to improve the quality of teaching and learning.

Benhaven 187 Half Mile Rd, North Haven 203-239-6425 www.benhaven.org

Benhaven provides a variety of programs to serve individuals and families living with autism spectrum disorders, pervasive developmental disabilities and related impairments. The Benhaven School provides individualized educational services and support for children and adolescents. Residential services are available to students attending the school.

Coalition for a Better Wallingford 21 Pleasant St, Wallingford 203-440-8040 www.cbwlfd.org

The Coalition for a Better Wallingford is a grassroots organization established in 2012 as a result of alarming drug and alcohol addiction abuse statistics among teens and young adults in the Wallingford, CT community.

The Dry Dock 68 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford 203-626-5560 www.thedrydock.org

The Dry Dock provides a safe and sober environment to the community as a whole, with a particular emphasis on the recovery community. Fellowship is the cornerstone of recovery and the Dry Dock is an environment with an open hear, mind and understanding of recovery, where its pitfalls are openly shared.

Healthy Wallingford 2020

Healthy Wallingford 2020 is a collaboration of community leaders who are dedicated to making Wallingford a healthier place. The committee will develop new programs and address community needs in the following areas: Maternal. Infant & Child Heath, Environmental Risk Factors & Health, Chronic Disease Prevention, Infectious Disease Prevention & Control, Injury & Violence Prevention, Mental Health, Alcohol & Substance Abuse and Health Systems.

HUBCAP Wallingford 128 Center St, Wallingford 203-980-7360 www.hubcapwallingford.com

HUBCAP Wallingford is a hybrid-business incubator providing a unique opportunity for collaboration between businesses and the local school district to provide an authentic learning experience while strengthening their business foundation and expanding Downtown Wallingford business. HUBCAP offers affordable office space, a professional setting for your meetings and support for you and your business.

Master’s Manna 46 N Plains Industrial, Wlfd 203-678-3042 www.mastersmanna.org

Master’s Manna serves homeless, near homeless, low to moderate income families and individuals living in the greater Wallingford/Meriden CT area. They deliver basic needs such as food, clothing & showers, provide vocational training & a supervised job-site for differently-abled individuals and collaborate with non-profit, local, state & federal organizations to provide additional on-site services.

Meriden-Wallingford Chrysalis 14 W Main St, Meriden 203-630-1638 www.mwchrysalis.org

Meriden-Wallingford Chrysalis empowers women and children to make their own decisions, without the fear of abuse. Services are offered at no cost and include support groups, advocacy, safety planning and a short term emergency shelter. 24-hour hotline services are available at 203-238-1501 or toll-free statewide at 888-774-2900.

My City Kitchen 384 Pratt St, Meriden 203-630-2870 www.mycitykitchen.org

My City Kitchen hopes to instill healthy eating habits, build self-esteem, foster a sense of belonging, establish basic life skills in children so that they may grow into healthy adults. Through cooking classes and more, they encourage kids to take a keen interest in what they eat, where the food comes from and especially how to prepare it.

Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters 30 Laurel St, Hartford 860-525-5437 www.nutmegbigbrothersbigsisters.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters operates under the belief that every child has the ability to succeed, thrive and reach their fullest potential in life. As Connecticut’s largest volunteer mentoring network, Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, professionally supported matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in 111 cities and towns across the state. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people in need.

Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce 100 S Turnpike Rd, Wallingford 203-269-9891 www.quinncham.com Check out the Quinnipiac Chamber to get information about local businesses.

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Spanish Community of Wallingford - S.C.O.W. 284 Washington St, Wallingford 203-265-5866 www.scowinc.org

The mission of SCOW is to respond to the needs of the Latino Community by assisting them to succeed in U.S. society and to enable Latinos to maintain & share their rich varied cultures with the broader community. From music lessons to tutoring, interpretation to translation, SCOW helps Latino individuals and families thrive in their new home, the United States of America.

South Central CT Substance Abuse Council 5 Brookside Dr, Wallingford 203-303-3391 www.sccsac.org

The South Central CT Substance Abuse Council (SCCSAC) identifies local needs related to substance abuse prevention, intervention & treatment, increases awareness and fosters local, inclusive & collaborative solutions to the issues related to substance abuse & addictive behaviors. The SCCSAC offers programs and trainings for all ages.

Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club 72 Grand Ave, Wallingford 203-269-7535 www.bgcawallingford.org

The Boys & Girls Club is safe place for youth to learn and grow. By providing ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals and life enhancing programs & character development experiences, they give kids hope, opportunity, self-confidence and self-respect. The Boys & Girls Club offers art classes, robotics programs, sports and more to the youth of Wallingford.

W.E.C.A.R.E. Family Resource Center 6 Fairfield Blvd, Wallingford 203-284-4019 www.wecarecouncil.org

W.E.C.A.R.E. provides a directory of services that identify the people and places parents can access for information on family services and education for parents with young children. They also offer playgroups for children from the birth to age 5 to come together.

Wallingford Board of Education 43 Hall Ave, Wallingford 203-949-6500 www.wallingford.k12.ct.us

Wallingford Center Inc. 261 Center St, Wallingford 203-284-1807 www.wallingfordcenterinc.com

Wallingford Center Inc advocates preserving the historic facades and other unique features of the downtown area while also addressing other revitalization strategies such as promotion, business recruitment and retention, image enhancement and a restoration of pride in the downtown as the heart of the community. WCI hosts Celebrate Wallingford, a 2-day festival featuring the “Taste of Wallingford”, entertainment, craft show, children’s activities, and much more, held the first weekend in October and the Gardeners' Market, a newer event held on Saturday mornings in July, August & September.

Wallingford Community Day Care Center 80 Wharton Brook Dr, Wlfd 203-294-4176 www.wallingfordcommunitydaycare.com

The Wallingford Community Day Care Center provides children with a healthy environment to develop appropriate social skills, explore their creativity and grow in self-confidence through their interactions with caregivers and other children as well as by participating in group discussions. Priority is given to the single working parent residing in Wallingford.

Wallingford Emergency Shelter 123 Quinnipiac St, Wallingford 203-294-0102 www.wallingfordshelter.org

The Wallingford Emergency Shelter provides temporary housing and warm meals during the winter months to those who are in a state of emergency as the result of a crisis situation or extreme difficulty. These include but are not limited to fire, severe weather conditions, loss of job, disability which causes them to be incapable of supporting themselves, spousal abuse or eviction.

Wallingford Housing Authority 45 Temper Dr, Wallingford 203-269-5173 www.town.wallingford.ct.us

The Wallingford Housing Authority assists with the provision and maintenance of moderate income and elderly rental housing units.

Wallingford Park and Recreation Department 6 Fairfield Blvd, Wallingford 203-294-2120 www.town.wallingford.ct.us

This department offers programs for seniors, teens, youth preschoolers & the challenged population such as bus trips, special interest, sports, health fitness, performing arts, visual/fine arts, adaptive and early childhood. They also oversee 2,000 acres of parks & ball fields and issue pool tags for the Community Pool.

Wallingford Police Department - Youth Division 135 N Main St, Wallingford 203-294-2825

This division provides safety and delinquency prevention programs as well as adolescent alcohol and drug information, assessment and referrals.

Wallingford Public Libraries 200 N Main St, Wallingford 203-265-6754 400 Church St, Yalesville 203-269-3688 www.wallingford.lioninc.org

At the library, you will find an outstanding collection of books, magazines, DVD's, museum passes & more. Free programs for adults and children of all ages are scheduled regularly.

Wallingford Senior Center 238 Washington St, Wallingford 203-265-7753 www.wlfdseniorctr.com

The Wallingford Senior Center provides services and activities for Wallingford residents age 60 and over. The staff also provide information & referrals to families and caregivers of older persons in need of assistance.

Wallingford Youth & Social Services 6 Fairfield Blvd, Wallingford 203-294-2175 www.town.wallingford.ct.us

This department provides programs, activities and services that promote both a positive, healthy community and develop healthy, capable young people & families. They also provide services to families in need during times of crisis.

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POLICIES

EAST SIDE FACILITY USE Children over the age of 12 may use the YMCA without a parent/guardian.

Children 8-11 years old must have a parent/guardian in the YMCA building.

Children 7 and under must have a parent/guardian in the program area.

EAST SIDE HEALTH & WELLNESS Children 11-12 years old may use the cardio equipment only with the supervision of a parent/guardian.

Children 13-14 years old may use the selectorized equipment.

Members over the age of 14 may use the free weight equipment.

WEST SIDE FACILITY USE Children under the age of 15 may NOT use the West Side Branch.

ADMITTANCE Everyone entering building must stop at Welcome Center. Members must scan cards. Visitors, guests and community participants must check in and sign visitor's log and liability waiver.

Registered sex offenders are not welcome at the YMCA. Our computer software scans our database and compares it to the registry on a regular basis.

CAMERA & CELL PHONE USE Video recorders, cameras or any other visual recording devices are not allowed within the YMCA without the expressed consent of the Executive Director.

Some cellular phones have the capacity to take pictures and video. We have zero tolerance for anyone taking pictures or video of another person without their permission.

Cell phone usage is not allowed in locker rooms in accordance with the Video Voyeurism Prevention Act of 2004. Members and guests cannot make or take cell phone calls while in the fitness center.

The Wallingford YMCA reserves the right to take pictures and video of its participants for brochures, publications, our website and other marketing purposes. If you would prefer not to be photographed, please stop by the Welcome Center and let us know in writing.

LIABILITY Each person, as a member or visitor, is solely responsible for any personal injuries or losses sustained while on any YMCA property or during any YMCA sponsored activities.

MEMBERSHIP CHANGES Membership Temporary Freeze - Memberships can be on hold for a maximum of 3 months per year for illness or injury with appropriate documentation. Please see the Welcome Center for a change form.

Membership Terminations – Members who wish to terminate their membership must complete the Membership Exit Survey 30 days prior to the next draft date. Annual memberships are non-refundable.

Other Membership Changes - If you need to make other changes to your membership, simply stop by the Welcome Center to fill out a membership change form.

CLASS RESERVATIONS Class reservations are for members & punch card holders only. Reciprocity members & guests are welcome to take the class on a first come, first serve basis.

Sign ups start 1 day in advance. If you want to sign up for Tuesday 9:00AM Spin, you can call Monday at any time. You may only register yourself & family members for class. Staff members cannot hold spots or automatically pre-register you for a class.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS All programs have a set minimum number of participants needed for the program to run. The minimum for all youth classes is 3 participants. The minimum for Red Cross Courses is 4 participants. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the instructor has the authority to cancel the class or program. If the YMCA cancels a class, a 100% refund will be given.

REFUNDS If the YMCA cancels a class, a 100% refund will be given. Program fees are fully refundable if withdrawal from a class occurs due to a doctor-documented illness. A voucher may be issued in lieu of refunds and are valid for one year. If withdrawal from a class occurs for any reason after the first class, a 50% refund or credit may be issued. No refunds will be issued after the second class. All refunds are subject to program director’s approval.

INCLEMENT WEATHER This policy encompasses ALL EAST SIDE BRANCH programs including: swim team, fitness classes, youth sports & swim programs and Child Watch.

When Wallingford Schools have a DELAYED OPENING, there will be no classes or programs until 12:00PM. When Wallingford Schools are CANCELLED, there will be no classes or programs until 3:00PM. Evening programs will still be held unless otherwise indicated.

WEST SIDE BRANCH programs & classes will be held as scheduled unless the facility is closed. Facility closures will be announced on our website and channels 3, 8 & 30.

The YMCA will make every attempt to make up classes for programs that have additional fees other than membership, but make-ups are not guaranteed.

POLICIES & REGULATIONS

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HOLIDAY HOURS & CLOSURES On the following days we will be closed or have reduced hours. Exact hours will be posted at each facility.

New Year’s Day (01/01)

Good Friday (04/03)

Easter (04/05)

Memorial Day (05/25)

Independence Day (07/04)

Labor Day (09/07)

Thanksgiving Day (11/26)

Christmas Eve (12/24)

Christmas Day (12/25)

New Year’s Eve (12/31)

SHUTDOWN Shutdown happens once a year and allows us to repaint, refresh and perform regular maintenance. With over 700 people visiting each day, sometimes it's hard to keep up! This time allows us to deep clean and improve the Y.

WEST SIDE AUGUST 23-29 Branch members are encourage to visit the East Side Branch.

EAST SIDE AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 7 The Welcome Center will be open for registration and questions Monday-Friday from 9:00AM-5:00PM, but all program areas are CLOSED.

GENERAL POOL RULES A lifeguard must be on duty in order for the pool to be

open to the public

All persons must shower with warm water and soap before entering the pool

Any persons known or suspected of having a communicable disease will not be allowed to use the pool

Spitting or nose blowing in the water is prohibited

If a person’s hair is longer than the neckline, his/her hair must be tied back

Regulation bathing suits must be worn - no jeans and no cut offs

T-shirts may be work only with prior written permission from the Aquatics Director

No food or gum chewing is allowed in the pool facility

Children under 12 must have a parent or guardian (18+) on deck

Children under 8 must have a parent or guardian (18+) in the water

No inflatable swimming aides are allowed

No diving masks are allowed without prior written permission from the Aquatics Director

The use of noodles and toys is at the discretion of the lifeguard on duty

A non-swimmer must be within one arms reach of an adult (18+)

No repetitive breath holding allowed

LAP POOL POLICIES Water in plastic containers is allowed only under a

coaches supervision

Lap lanes are strictly for lap swimmers

Only lap swimmers may use kickboards, pull buoys and fins

All persons must be able to pass a mandatory 25 yard swim test without support in order to enter the deep end (5+ feet past yellow safety line) of the swimming pool

No floatation devices or aides are to be used in water greater than 5 feet unless accompanied by a certified staff member

Sitting or hanging on lane lines and safety ropes is prohibited

Diving blocks are not to be used during public swims

Diving is allowed only from the deep end wall

A 1:25 lifeguard to swimmer ratio is strongly enforced. The ratio may be lessened if the attendance/skill level of swimmers warrants it

TEACHING POOL POLICIES

Jumping in is allowed only from the deep end wall of the pool

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No diving allowed

Slide may be used during swim lessons and rentals only

All persons must be able to pass a mandatory swim test without support in order to enter the deep end of the pool past blue safety line

No floatation devices or aides are to be used past the blue safety line unless accompanied by a certified staff member

Sitting or hanging on safety rope is prohibited

A safe lifeguard to swimmer ratio will be strongly enforced

POOL STORM CLOSURE Per Connecticut State Law, at the first sight and/or sound of a thunder and lightning storm, lifeguards will clear the pool immediately for 30 minutes. Within those 30 minutes if the lifeguards do not hear or see anything storm related, swimmers will be allowed back in the swimming pool. If the lifeguards do see lightning and/or hear thunder within those 30 minutes, lifeguards are required to repeat the 30 minute time period over again.

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At the Wallingford Family YMCA, we expect staff, members, volunteers and guests to act in accordance with our mission and values at all times by behaving in a mature & responsible way and respecting the rights & dignities of others. This is to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone in our facility or participating in our programs. At the Wallingford Family YMCA, we demonstrate Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility by:

Speaking in respectful tones

Refraining from the use of vulgar or derogatory language

Dressing appropriately for the YMCA program area or event

Never wearing clothing that reveals undergarments or contains offensive wording

Resolving conflicts in a respectful, honest and caring manner

Never resorting to physical contact or threatening gestures

Never carrying or concealing a weapon or anything that may be used as a weapon

Respecting the property of others

Never engaging in theft or destruction

Picking up after ourselves and one another

Cooperating with staff

Complying with all health and safety procedures

The YMCA is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free facility. Smoking, alcohol or drug use and/or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol on the premises is prohibited. No alcohol will be allowed on the premises unless at a sanctioned YMCA event. Members and guests are encouraged to be responsible for their personal comfort and safety. Any one who feels unsafe or uncomfortable should report the situation to a staff member. We will make every effort to investigate and resolve issues promptly, confidentially and effectively. The YMCA reserves the right to cancel the membership of any member or suspend visitation privileges of any guest who does not follow the Code of Conduct at any time while on-site at a branch or during participation in any Y affiliated program or event, regardless of location. Staff members may define what is considered a breach of the Code of Conduct and will ask to the violator to leave. All reported incidents will be reviewed by the Executive Director and the decision to suspend or terminate YMCA membership or visitation privileges will be made at the discretion of the Executive Director or Branch Manager.

CODE OF CONDUCT

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Patty Dyer-Powers, Chairwoman

Christopher Iovanna, Vice Chairman

David Vance, Secretary

Darrin DellaVecchia, Treasurer

John McGuire, Past Chairman

DIRECTORS

Robert Baltramaitis

Karen Blakeslee

Lynn Cella-Coyne

James Donahue

Representative Mary Fritz

David Gannon

James Hutt

Amy Kirwan

Kate Klarman

Joseph (Nick) Meucci

William Michalowski

Brian Obremski

Mary Beth Papallo

Gerald Verna

SEAN DOHERTY Executive Director

[email protected]

203-269-4497 x29

DEBBIE CHAPPELL Human Resources Director

[email protected]

203-269-4497 x12

CHRIS KINGSTON Finance Director

[email protected]

203-269-4497 x13

EILEEN FARMER Coordinator of Community Initiatives

[email protected]

203-269-4497

EMILY WALTER School Age Coordinator

[email protected]

203-269-4497

DOREEN DRESSEL Group Fitness Coordinator

[email protected]

203-269-3348

CASSIE ALLEN Director of Marketing & Outreach

[email protected]

203-269-3348

KAREN WU Director of Early Childhood Education

[email protected]

203-284-5920

YMCA LEADERSHIP TEAM

SALLY DARROW Director of Member Services

[email protected]

203-269-4497

TODD MAHONEY Facilities Director

[email protected]

203-269-4497 x17

CHRIS AMARAL Director of Membership & Fundraising

[email protected]

203-269-3348

MARCIE WOLIVER Aquatics Director

[email protected]

203-269-4497 x20

CONTACT US

Visit us on the web at www.wallingfordymca.org

Become a fan on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to get up-to-date information

BETHANEY GOODRICH-CARLSON Youth Support Specialist

[email protected]

203-269-4497

ROB NEWTON Teen & Family Coordinator

[email protected]

203-269-4497

ALEXANDRA HUNTER Aquatics & Competitive Swim Coordinator

[email protected]

203-269-4497 x30

SHANNON WYNN Director of Youth Development

[email protected]

203-269-4497

ERIC SKINNER Chief Operations Officer

[email protected]

203-269-4497 x43

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Help us celebrate the past 70 years at our 70th Annual Celebration at Choate Rosemary Hall

on Friday, March 6 from 6:00-9:00PM