GET BACK TO CLASS AT THE YWEST COMMUNITIES YMCA | Fall Program GuideFall I: August 30-October 24 | Fall II: October 25-December 19 | westcommunitiesymca.org

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WHAT’S INSIDESWIM LESSONS

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WELCOME TO THE YMCA!The nation’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities. At the Y we make accessible the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. With a focus on character development, academic readiness, violence prevention and fitness and healthy living, we focus on nurturing the potential of every youth and teen, improving our communities health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back to and support our neighbors.

GET BACK TO CLASS AT THE Y THIS FALL!Fall I (8 weeks) starts August 30-October 24 (Monday, September 7-Labor Day, no classes) Member registration begins Monday, August 3 Non-member registration begins Monday, August 17

Fall II (8 weeks) starts October 25-December 19 (Thursday, November 26 - Thanksgiving, no classes) Member registration begins Monday, August 3 Non-member registration begins Monday, October 12In addition to the classes listed in this guide, we also offer a number of free classes (for members) and events that may not be included. For our most up-to-date program class schedule as well as downloadable group fitness, swim and gym schedules visit our website at westcommunitiesymca.org. Classes are subject to change.

View and register for our programs at register.ymcachicago.org.Registrations are taken online, in-person or by phone. Remember, we’re here to help so if you have any questions about our offerings or the registration process don’t hesitate to contact us at 847.359.2400.

Become a member today and save!Members enjoy:• exceptional fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs• extensive preschool, school-age and teen programs• fun family and community programs and events• access to child watch while you work out• tons of free group fitness classes• guest passes for friends and family• volunteer and mentoring opportunities• financial assistance

Members receive up to 50% off of programs and enjoy advance registration privileges. To learn more about the benefits of membership,including no contracts and discounts on programs, visit our website below.

To learn more about membership visit westcommunitiesymca.org/join.

The West Communities YMCA is conveniently located to serve the Englewood, West Lawn and Chicago Lawn communities.

West Communities YMCA 6235 S Homan Chicago, IL 60629 westcommunitiesymca.org facebook.com/WestCommunitiesYMCA 773.434.0300

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Join us for a frighteningly fun-filled event for the whole family. Bring your friends and neighbors too! Activities include games, haunted house, trick or treating and more! This event is open to the community so bring your friends and neighbors too!

OCTOBER 23 • 6-9PM

HALLOWEENat the Y!

SAVE THE DATE!

Camp registration starts January 2016.

REFER A FRIEND. EARN A FREE MONTH.Members, refer a friend to the Y and when they join, you earn a free month of membership!

BACK-TO-CLASS BLOCK PARTY!AUGUST 15 • 11AM-2PMJoin us for this fun back-to-class party filled with fun activities for the whole family!

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LEARN TO SWIM AT THE Y.PRESCHOOL

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEES M/NMLevel 1: Pike 3-6 M 6-6:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 3-6 Th 5-5:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 3-6 Th 6-6:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 3-6 Sa 10:30-11AM $56/$72 $56/$72 3-6 Sa 11:15-11:45AM $56/$72 $56/$72 3-6 Sa 12-12:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 Level 2: Eel 3-6 W 6-6:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 3-6 Sa 12-12:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 Level 3: Ray 3-6 Sa 12-12:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 3-6 W 6-6:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72

Level 1 Pike: The first level of lessons is for beginning swimmers. Swimmers should be able to listen to instructions and follow directions. Swimmers will learn the basic paddle stroke on the front, back and sides. They will also be taught kicking skills and putting their face in the water.

Level 2: Eel - Swimmers will learn to jump in without assistance, float on their front and back for 20 seconds with or without an IFD. Swimmers will also learn to paddle on front, back and side for 25 yards with an IFD and 15 feet without.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, swimmers should be able to front and back float 20 seconds with an IFD. Swimmers should also paddle on their front, back and side for 10 yards with an IFD, and 5 feet without.

Level 3: Ray - In this class swimmers will learn to front and back float 30 seconds without an IFD; front alternating paddle with rhythmic breathing 25 yards with an IFD, and 20 feet without. Swimmers will also learn front symmetrical paddle with rhythmic breathing 25 yards with an IFD, and 20 feet without; do a side alternating paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; back alternating paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without; and back symmetrical paddle for 25 yards with an IFD and 20 feet without.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, swimmers should be able to jump in without assistance, float on their front and back for 20 seconds with or without an IFD. Swimmers should also paddle on front, back and side for 25 yards with an IFD and 15 feet without.

YOUTHCLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEES M/NMLevel 1: Polliwog 6-13 M 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Tu 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 W 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Th 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Sa 10-10:45AM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Sa 11-11:45AM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Sa 12-12:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 Level 2: Guppy 6-13 M 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 W 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Sa 11-11:45AM $56/$72 $56/$72 Level 3: Minnow 6-13 M 6-6:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Sa 12-12:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 Level 4: Fish 6-13 Tu 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Tu 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 Level 5: Flying Fish 6-13 Tu 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Sa 1-1:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 Level 6: Shark 6-13 Tu 5-5:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72 6-13 Sa 2-2:45PM $56/$72 $56/$72

Level 1: Polliwog - This is the beginning level for school age children and is appropriate for anyone new to the water or with little formal instruction. Children will learn the basic paddle stroke on their front, back and sides, kicking skills and will become comfortable putting their face in the water.

Level 2: Guppy - In this class swimmers will learn to front and back float 1-minute; front alternating paddle 25 yards with rhythmic breathing with and without an IFD; front symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back alternating paddle 25 yards; side alternating paddle 25 yards; and kneeling dive.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, children should be able to front and back float for 30 seconds with or without an IFD; paddle 25 yards on their front, back and side with an IFD, and 15 feet without an IFD; jump in without assistance; be comfortable in deep water.

Level 3: Minnow - In this class swimmers will learn to do a standing dive; basic front crawl rotary breathing 25 yards; basic breaststroke 25 yards; backstroke 25 yards; elementary backstroke 25 yards; basic sidestroke 25 yards; and tread water 1 minute.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, children should be able to front and back float 1-minute; front alternating paddle 25 yards with rhythmic breathing with and without an IFD; front symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back symmetrical paddle 25 yards; back alternating paddle 25 yards; side alternating paddle 25 yards; and kneeling dive.

SWIM LESSONS

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Level 4: Fish - In this class swimmers will learn to tread water for 3-minutes; swim 50 yards front crawl; swim 50 yards breaststroke with legal kick and arm pulls; swim 50 yards backstroke; swim 50 yards elementary backstroke with a glide; swim 50 yards sidestroke with a scissors kick; and swim 15 yards butterfly.

Prerequisites: To enter this level, children should be able to do a standing dive; basic front crawl rotary breathing 25 yards; basic breaststroke 25 yards; backstroke 25 yards; elementary backstroke 25 yards; basic sidestroke 25 yards; and tread water 1 minute.

Level 5: Flying Fish: In this class swimmers will learn to do a flip turn; swim 100 yards front crawl with bilateral breathing; swim 100 yards breaststroke; swim 100 yards backstroke; swim 100 yards elementary backstroke; swim 100 yards sidestroke alternating sides; swim 100 yards lifesaving sidestroke; and swim 15 yards butterfly.

Level 6: Shark - In this class swimmers will learn to take their own heart rate; learn about open water and backyard pool safety; swim 100 yards from crawl with flip turns; swim 100 yards breaststroke with pull-out; swim 50 yards inverted breaststroke; swim 100 yards backstroke with dolphin kick and pullout; swim 50 yards over arm side stroke; swim 25 yards butterfly with streamline; and swim 200 yards individual medley.

Prerequisite: To enter this level, children should be able to do a flip turn; swim 100 yards front crawl with bilateral breathing; swim 100 yards breaststroke; swim 100 yards backstroke; swim 100 yards elementary backstroke; swim 100 yards sidestroke alternating sides; swim 100 yards lifesaving sidestroke; and swim 15 yards butterfly.

ADULT & TEEN

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEES M/NMAdult Beginner 18+ W 5:45-6:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 18+ Sa 10-10:45AM $56/$72 $56/$72 Adult Intermediate 18+ W 5:45-6:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 18+ Sa 10-10:45AM $56/$72 $56/$72 Adult Advanced 18+ W 5:45-6:30PM $56/$72 $56/$72 18+ Sa 10-10:45AM $56/$72 $56/$72

Adult/Teen (Ages 14+) It's never too late to learn or improve your swimming skills. If you Are in high school and do not feel comfortable surrounded by elementary school age kids or a grown up trying swimming for the first time come on in. No experience necessary, we will get you where you need to go!

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SWIM LESSONS

Level 1: Shrimp Group Child with Parent Swim Lessons: This YMCA program provides the highest quality of early water experiences for children ages 6-36 months. Four levels of progression will see your child through water adjustment and onto basic skills. Program instruction is directed toward helping you work with your child. Each child is always accompanied by one parent. Classes maybe combined based on enrollment.

Level 1: Shrimp (Ages 6-8 months). Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent.

Level 2: Kipper Group Child with Parent Swim Lessons: This YMCA program provides the highest quality of early water experiences for children ages 6 -36 months. Four levels of progression will see your child through water adjustment and onto basic skills. Program instruction is directed toward helping you work with your child. Each child is always accompanied by one parent. Classes maybe combined based on enrollment.

Level 2: Kipper (Ages 9-12 months) Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent.

Level 3: Inia Group Child with Parent Swim Lessons: This YMCA program provides the highest quality of early water experiences for children ages 6-36 months. Four levels of progression will see your child through water adjustment and onto basic skills. Program instruction is directed toward helping you work with your child. Each child is always accompanied by one parent. Classes maybe combined based on enrollment.

Level 3: Inia (Ages 13-18 months): Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent.

GROUP CHILD WITH PARENTLevel 4: Perch Group Child with Parent Swim Lessons: This YMCA program provides the highest quality of early water experiences for children ages 6 -36 months. Four levels of progression will see your child through water adjustment and onto basic skills. Program instruction is directed toward helping you work with your child. Each child is always accompanied by one parent. Classes maybe combined based on enrollment.

Level 4: Perch (Ages 18-36 months). Program instruction in this class is directed toward helping parents to work with their child to feel more comfortable in the water and to develop basic water safety and swim skills. Each child should always be accompanied by one parent.

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FITNESS

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEES M/NMKickboxing 16-89 M 6:30-7:25PM Free/$30

16-89 Tu 6:30-7:30PM Free/$30 Power Drills 16-89 M 7:30-8:25PM Free/$30 Silver Sneakers 18+ Tu Th 10-10:50AM Free/$30 Step Aerobics 16-89 Th 6:30-7:25PM Free/$30 Yoga 16-89 Th 7:30-8:25PM Free/$30 16-89 F 11AM-12PM Free/$30 Zumba 16-89 W 7-8PM Free/$30

Kickboxing Incorporate a combination of boxing an martial arts movement for a great aerobic and muscle conditioning class.

Power Drills Full body toning class that incorporates light dumbbell routines, resistance band workouts and isometric training.

Silver Sneakers The perfect class for older adults looking to increase strength and flexibility.

Step Aerobics The benefits include improving your cardio respiratory endurance, your body composition and your balance.

Yoga Yoga is a great workout that develops your flexibility, health and relaxes your mind. No previous experience necessary.

Zumba This Latin-inspired fitness class gives you a full body workout.

This Fall, join us at the YMCA and strengthen more than just your body — strengthen your core. From fi tness to wellness to community service, everything we do at the Y is an exercise in possibility.

Register today!

HEALTHY.INSIDE AND OUT.

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CHILDCARE

At the Y we are more than a gym. We are a cause dedicated to building strong children, families and communities – inside and out. This includes making our programs available to all regardless of need – because at the Y, everyone belongs. You can help us in the cause. Change a life by making a gift to the YMCA. Because membership dues and program fees support our daily operations, your gift will go directly to serving children and families in need.

The impact of your gift will be felt when:

• A kindergartner starts school ready to learn because he attended the Y’s early learning center.

• Kids have a safe, nurturing environment to go to after school and in the summer.

• A child learns to swim – a critical life lesson for all.

• A family is able to spend quality time together while focusing on staying active and healthy.

• A child loses weight – and enjoys it–because at the Y, exercise is play.

MAKE A GIFT. CHANGE A LIFE. Make your gift today at donate.ymcachicago.org.

The Y.So Much More™

Y KIDS ZONE!Free to members. Parents, enjoy a workout or swim at the Y while your child is safe and content playing in our Y Kids Zone.

CHILD CARE

CLASS AGE DAY(S) TIME FEES

AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE 5-12 M-F 3:30-6:30PM Call For Info