Mattoon Area Family YMCA
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The YMCA has programs for all ages and for both YMCA Members (M) and Program Only (PO). Program Only participate in specific programs only, but do not enjoy the benefits of and full access to the YMCA facility. Registration for all YMCA programs is taken at the Member Service Desk. Applicable fees are due at the time of registration and the YMCA does not accept registration over the phone. The following is a listing of our YMCA program offerings. Check back often as we make improvements, annoucements, and additions to serve you better! Adult Golf Instruction - Looking for a lifetime recreational activity? Golf may be your answer. Bring friends to Meadowview Golf Course to learn the secrets of a successful golf game. This golf instruction consists of a 4 week session. Instruction provided by Meadowview Golf Course PGA Golf Professional Kelly Spaulding. Four participant minimum/10 participant maximum per session.
Adult Dodgeball - The YMCA is proud to announce the formation of an Adult Dodge Ball League! Get your friends and co-workers to join in on the fun! Registration will be accepted for Co-ed Teams. Individuals can sign up and will be placed on a team. Must be 16+ years old to play. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622).
Co-Rec Volleyball - A six-person team ages 16 and up play games on Mondays starting at 7:00 p.m. in the YMCA Gym. Teams must be composed of 3 men & 3 women. There is a limit of 8 teams so make sure you hurry and register! For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622).
3 Man Basketball - A summer and winter program for sophomores and up, are played on Thursday nights with games at 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00 p.m. There is a limit of 12 teams so make sure you hurry and register! For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622). GAME SCHEDULE
5 Man Basketball - The spring and fall seasons of basketball competition are for sophomores and up on Thursdays at the YMCA Gym. There is a limit of 12 teams. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622).
"Y" Women's Basketball Club - Held on Tuesdays starting at 7:00 p.m. at the YMCA for women aged 16 and up. Anyone interested in the league should contact Shelly at 235-YMCA (9622).
World Cup Soccer - YMCA World Cup Soccer is an indoor adult (high school age and up) co-ed league. Teams consist of 5 field players plus a goalie. Space is limited, sign up early!!! For more information, contact Jacki at 235-YMCA (9622). GAME SCHEDULE
Rocking Chair Softball - A low competition program for ages 40 and up, with games played on Monday nights at the Girls' Softball Complex. Player fee includes a T-shirt. Interested in sponsoring a team? Contact Jacki at 235-YMCA (9622).
Fall Tennis - A program for ages 18 and up for the Spring, Summer and Fall seasons includes women's doubles and mixed doubles leagues played on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. at Lytle Park.
Indoor Tennis - YMCA Indoor Tennis is a fun way to keep your tennis game sharp during the winter. “Y” Indoor Tennis gives you 8 - 10 weeks of guaranteed court time for 1 ½ -2 hours per week. Registration is open to both YMCA Members and Program Members with courts available at specific times. Register for a preferred time and pick up a tennis flyer at the YMCA for available court times. *The YMCA will try to accommodate all preferred times but will use a lottery drawing if multiple groups have the same preferred times. *YMCA Members have priority in the drawing.
Drill & Play Tennis - A great way to learn the skills of the game or improve your skills! Beginners wanted. Be sure to bring a racket and water. Instructed by John Bennet, Former EIU Women's Tennis Coach.
Table Tennis Club- An opportunity for Table Tennis enthusiasts of all ages to play twice per week on Tuesday from 6:45 - 8:45 p.m. and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Join the East Central Illinois Table Tennis Club for camaraderie and skill improvement. Club membership is encouraged but not required. Tables are made available for ECI Club Members as well as Y Members and Program Only Members. Season runs November - May. Please come in and register at the YMCA Member Service Desk.
Early Riser Basketball - The Tuesday morning Basketball Club is inviting basketball players of all ages and skill levels to join in on pickup games on Tuesday & Friday mornings from 6 - 7 a.m. Depending on the number of participants, there will be 3 on 3 half court, 4 on 4 half court or 5 on 5 full court games. With no officials, the object is to have fun and get a good workout! Stay Strong Stay Active - This class will help you build strength to stay active while staying safe under the supervision and guidance of a certified Personal Trainer. Each class member will excercise at their own level on a program specifically designed for them. Class runs in 4 week sessions. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Louise at 235-YMCA(9622).
Zumba Fitness® - A Latin-inspired, dance fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements including Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, and more! The class format combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness fashion to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle-toning benefits. You do not have to know how to dance to sucdeed at Zumba Fitness® because it is exercise in disguise! Come join us and see for yourself why this dance fitness program has become so popular. Classes offered Monday and Friday nights from 6:35 to 7:30p.m. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Louise at 235-YMCA(9622).
High School Dodgeball - YMCA High School Dodgeball is a great way to get your friends together and compete in a friendly childhood game. Accepting registration for co-ed leagues for high school freshmen to seniors. Teams will consist of 6 field players but you have up to 10 players on your roster. Pick up a roster at the YMCA Member Service esk for team registration or sign up as an individual to be placed on a team as space allows. We must have a minimum of 4 teams. Games are played at 7:00, 7:45, 8:30, & 9:15p.m. For more information, contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622).
Water Aerobics - Increase your endurance, strengthen your core, and tone your body with this water workout; incorporates water volleyball. Water Volleyball - non-competitive play from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. M - F Gentle Joints - Gentle water exercises to ease arthritic discomforts, improve joint mobility, increase muscle tone, and enhance circulation. Come join us Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 10:20 to 11:15 a.m. Prime Time - Water exercise for seniors to improve muscle tone and the cardiovascular system. Workouts are in the YMCA pool Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Lap Swim/Water Walking - Available in the mornings and over the noon hour. Check our Pool Schedule for times. Click here for schedule and description of classes. *Notice: If Mattoon School District CUSD #2 closes due to inclement weather there will be NO Fitness Classes. What is the value of hiring a YMCA Personal Trainer? No two people are exactly the same; the exercise program that got great results for your best friend may have discouraging results for you. Magazine articles and exercise books can not watch you to be sure that you are performing the exercise correctly and safely. If you have special needs or physical limitations, a Personal Trainer will work with you to help you exercise the best way for you. If you have recently finished physical therapy, a Personal Trainer can help you with the next step in your recovery. Personal Training really is a personal experience. Each program is designed specifically for the individual. Personal Trainers make sure that your exercise program is safe and effective. Trainers are your coach for workouts and become a friend to keep you rmotivated.
Available Programs Get Started Package 3 one hour long sessions that include strength, flexibility, aerobic, postural assessments, and exercise program design. This package is excellent for those on a budget or for those who would rather work out on their own. Cost: $75.00 Full Training Package 8
sessions provided by the YMCA include strength, flexibility, aerobic,
and postural assessments for new clients, an exercise program design,
and workout with trainer. Make your own schedule, choose how many
times a week you want, and work out with the trainer *depending
on availablility. Times before 8:00 a.m. currently available.
Cost: $200.00 8 sessions *same as in the Full training package* but if you signup with a partner to train together... each session $20.00 per person. Total cost: $160.00 PER PERSON Add-on Package Choose 2 to 10 sessions to add-on to any of our other Personal Training packages when you sign-up during, or after you have completed a package. Add-on sessions are one hour long and are determined by how many sessions you choose. $25.00 per session added on to our Get-Started or Full Package. $20.00 per person per session added on to a Buddy Package. Personal Training Staff Kara Herbert - Education: Bachelors of Science in Health and a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology. Personal Training Certificate: Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. Kara has taught group fitness classes at both EIU and Consolidated Communications, for their staff, and is currently a group fitness instructor at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA. Jason Marcordes - Education: Currently a Physical Education major at EIU, minor in Health Studies. Personal Training Certificate: National Academy of Sports Medicine. Jason has been an active competitive athlete for seven years, and spent two years coaching high school football. Anthony Niemeyer - Personal Training Certificate: American Council on Exercise.
Began working at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA as a Fitness Trainer in 2007. Currently he is the Fitness Assistant as well as a group instructor and fitness center orientation presenter.
Louise Vassay - Personal Training Certificates: National Strength and Conditioning Association, YMCA of the USA Personal Trainer. Louise has been a Personal Trainer at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA since 2000. She has been a certified group fitness instructor since 1998. She is the Fitness Coordinator at the Mattoon Area Family YMCA, as well.
Private Pilates Sessions ONE PERSON - Two 30 minute sessions or one 1-hour session, $25.00 GROUP - 2-5 participants, 1 hour, $50.00 4 hours, $125.00 (monthly) CORPORATE - Lectures/Workshop, 30 minutes, $25.00 or 1 hour, $50.00
Benefits of Pilates Training Core muscle development Improved posture Relief of stress and tension Enhanced body awareness Balance of strength and flexibility Fill out a Personal Training interest packet at the Member Service Desk. Not only is the YMCA America's favorite swim instructor, it is the nation's number one provider of swim lessons for children. YMCA Swim Lessons focus on student centered learning and are developmentally appropriate and designed to quickly and effectively teach aquatic skills. Session Dates - YMCA
Classes Available
For Adult Swim Lessons, please contact Jill Rohr to schedule 2009-2010
Join the Area's Best and Fastest Swimmers for Another Successful Season! SAMY Seals is a challenging, and competitive swim environment for your 5 - 21 year old. Swim Team Assessment Camp: September 8 - 11 Click on the links below to download a Registration Form in pdf format. Practice begins September 14! For more information contact Swim Coach Joe Wyckoff 217-235-YMCA (9622) or ymcasealscoach@yahoo.com
Y's Kid Program
Y’s
Kid - Before & After School Riddle & Williams Elementary Schools *St. Mary's and St. John's students (K-5) can also attend the program if transportation can be provided. A safe, comprehensive program that gives parents peace of mind knowing your children are being taken care of by the YMCA Before School and/or After School. The program is full of excitement and challenges for children. Activities center around age, interest, culture, education and the seasons. Parents must sign a contract schedule. Before and After School Care is billed through automatic bank draft. Payment is not based on attendance. The YMCA does not discourage any child from participating due to inability to pay. Financial assistance is available at the YMCA. Family registration fee: $25.00 Multiple child discount: 25% off for each additional child
Before School Rates
After School Rates
Dynamite Days Off are held at the YMCA from 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on full days when school is not in session and parents still have to work. The day is filled with recreation, crafts, games, swimming and occasional field trips and must have a minimum of 6 participants to run. Registration must also be made in person at the YMCA with fees are due at the time of registration. Registration ends three days prior to the 1st day of a Dynamite Days Off. Dynamite Days Off March 1 Casimer Pulaski Day April 2-6 Spring Break April 9 Spring Break Fees: $25.00 per day for Y Members $30.00 per day for Program Only $5.00 Second Child Discount
Creating memories that last a lifetime. Children ages 5 - 12 years old Looking for a fun and safe environment for your child this summer? Check out Camp Ki-Ma-Y right here at the YMCA! We have built a reputation of providing day camp programs that are safe and supervised as well as engage children in activities that keep their minds and bodies active during the summer months based on high energy and the outdoors. Traditional camp activities such as recreational swim, sports, arts and crafts still continue to be popular. Many of our campers are looking for more and this year we are meeting that challenge. The staff of Camp Ki-Ma-Y leads a variety of activities that will provide your child with a summer they will never forget. Note: Camp start and end dates subject to change based on the Mattoon CUSD schedule. Age Groups In order to provide more age appropriate activities, campers will be divided into the following four age groups: Chipeta-5 to 6 year olds Sequoyah-7 to 8 year olds Tecumseh-8 to 9 year olds Powhatan-9 to 12 year olds Things To Do: • Learn Values • Exercise & Fitness • Fun Field Trips • Team Building • Arts & Crafts • Special Speaker • Swim Time • Team & Group Games • Sports of All Sorts • And many other exciting activities
FINANCIAL AID & CHILD CARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Applications may be picked up at the YMCA Member Service Desk. The
information must be
filled out correctly and approved by CCR&R before the first
day the camper is to attend camp. Questions or Concerns Contact Heather "Red" Brown, Camp Director at 235-YMCA
CAMP HOURS
Camp registration begins March 1, 2010!!
The YMCA Home School Youth Program is open to all home schooled families on Thursday's from 1:00-3:00p.m. This is an excellent opportuntiy for exercise, fitness and fun as well as meeting new friends with our structured activities, supervised time, open gym and swimming. Activities will be provided from 1:00-2:00p.m. where children ages 5 and up will learn new skills and games while pre school age children can play in our multi-purpose room. Swimming will be offered on the 2nd and last Thursday of each month from 2:00-3:00p.m. This program does not meet when public schools are not in session Fee: $10.00/family Survivor Fitness Challenge - Annual Fitness Challenge January - April, 12 weeks. Healthy Kids Day - Performed nationally by YMCA's all over the country Healthy Kids Day is a great way to celebrate kids and their health. Kids have never had so much fun learning about healthy lifestyles, having their blood pressure checked, flexibility tested, weight and height taken, and vertical jumps recorded. Call the YMCA for more info!! Easter Egg Hunt - On the Saturday before Easter Sunday... Come see the Easter Bunny and join us for a hopping good time. The Egg Hunt is a free event open to children 0 to 9 years old held at Lytle Park. Age divisions will be divided into the following groups: 0-1, 2 - 3, 4 - 6, and 7 - 9 years. The park will be closed to all parking and through traffic. Run for the Bagel - Held every July during Bagelfest!! All races begin at the bus station, finish at the YMCA, and are open to all ages. Bring a friend, invite the family, and race away!! Just another way to prepare for larger races or have some fun! Pumpkinfest - Games, crafts, treat bags, cake walk, and a raffle are part of the Annual Pumpkinfest, held in the YMCA Gym for kids up to 12 years, accompanied by a parent or guardian. Take part in this safe, fun, and free Halloween Event, scheduled the last Tuesday in October. *No offensive costumes allowed. Last Chance Tri - The 1st Annual "Last Chance Tri" is the Mattoon Area Family YMCA's first Triathlon that will be held in an indoor pool and an outdoor bike and run course. Sign up to participate as an individual or as a team. This event is sanctioned by USA Triathlon. All USAT rules apply. This event begins with a 300m heated pool swim, then a 12 mile bike ride, and finishes with a 3 mile run.
Musikgarten - Sign your 2-5 year old up for our exciting Musikgarten. We will take your child thorugh a variety of movement skills through songs to help your child develop coordination while at the same time having lots of fun to music. Caregivers are encouraged to stay and help every Monday when the class meets from 11:00-11:45 pm in the Multi-Purpose Room.
Youth & Middle School Dodgeball Leagues - No practices for this league; games played on Saturdays. Teams will be put together in a coaches drawing. Modified National Amateur Dodgeball Association rules used. Participants must be in the appropriate age division as of September 1, 2008. Late registration will be placed on a team only if space is available. Youth Divisions
Middle School Divisions
Youth Soccer - Games begin the second Saturday in September and practices are held during the week.
*$50 Fee (includes Soccer jersey, shorts, and socks.) Youth Volleyball Clinics - Boys and girls in grades 4-8 can participate in YMCA youth volleyball clinics run by the Mattoon High School Coach Susie Hutchinson. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622).
Junior Basketball - For 7th - 9th graders, this league will have boys and girls divisions (if participant numbers support it). There will be a tournament the final week of games to determine the YMCA Junior Basketball Champions for the season. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622).
Itty Bitty Basketball - Basketball for the little tykes. This league focuses on age appropriate sill development for little guys and girls 4 yrs-K.
Pee Wee Basketball - Boys and girls in grades 1st -3rd can develop the skills of basketball. This is an instructional league with one practice during the week and games played on Saturday mornings at the YMCA or at First Presbyterian Church. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622).
Indoor Soccer - This league is designed to help boys and girls continue to develop their soccer skills during the winter months. We will have boys and girls divisions (if participant numbers support it). This is an instructional league for 6-12 year olds with practices scheduled during the week and games on Saturdays. For further information, stop by the Member Service Desk or contact Jacki at 235-YMCA(9622). GAME SCHEDULE
Youth Golf Clinics - Meadowview Golf Course will be conducting two summer golf clinics for youth 7-17 years of age, by PGA Golf Professional Kelly Spaulding. The program will consist of 4 week sessions in June & July followed by a youth golf tournament. Clinics are limited to 10 participants with a limited number of clubs available upon request so stop by the YMCA today and reserve your spot!! |
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