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Saratoga Regional
YMCA . January 2011
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And the invitation goes to...YOU!
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Saratoga
Springs Branch
at 290 West
Avenue
6:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Walk the red carpet at the Y's kickoff party, the
"Premiere" Cocktail Party Fundraiser. Proceeds will benefit
our scholarship fund. In 2010, we gave out over $800,000 in
scholarships and naval subsidies. We couldn't do it without your
support!
Food . Complimentary Beer and Wine . Music
Silent
Auction . 50/50 Cash Raffle
$50 per person or $90 per couple
Business (or "movie
star") attire is suggested.
All proceeds from this event benefit the Y Annual
Scholarship Fund.
More information...
Interested in being a sponsor or donating a silent
auction item? Contact Janet Sprague at 583-9622, ext. 131 or janets@saratogaregionalymca.org.
Thank you to our sponsors!!!
Academy
Award Level - $4,000
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All About Me Fitness Challenge
We are starting a new fitness challenge to start
off 2011, and you can win a 1-year YMCA membership! Get up and
get moving! Click here for more
information!
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2011-2012 Preschool & Preschool
Plus Registration
Preschool Registration for the 2011-2012 school year for
all current students, siblings or siblings of alumni begins
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 8:30 am at the Saratoga Springs Branch.
Registration is first come, first serve, in person only.
Help your
child get ready for Kindergarten by strengthening math and language
arts skills. Sign-up for Preschool Plus today! Classes meet
Tuesday and Thursday 12:45 - 2:45 pm. Children must be 4 by January
1, 2011. For more information, please contact Colleen 583-9622,
ext. 114, or colleen@saratogaregionalymca.org.
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Saratoga Springs Swim Meet Schedule
"EVERYONE WHO SWIMS, WINS!"
The Stingrays
is a comprehensive competitive summer/fall/winter swim program for
children ages 6 to 18 designed to help children to develop
competitive swimming skills. The swim team focuses on developing the
swimmer's technical abilities while building self-esteem, team values
and fitness knowledge.
To view the
Swim Team Schedule, please click here.
Please note, the last swim meet will be January 15th, so
the pool will be closed from 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
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Battenkill Branch to Open in January!
We are opening on January 19th with
a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10:00 am. On January 22nd, we will hold
our Open House, so come in and check out the new branch, meet the
staff and enjoy some snacks!
The Battenkill Branch consists of:
An Aerobics Studio and Multi-Purpose room where health and
wellness classes such as Zumba® and cycling will be held. There will
also be classes like Kidz HipHop, Roc-n-Tots, YogaKidz and Teen
Lifting for children and teens.
The space will house a wide array
of Cardiovascular and Strength Training Equipment, as well as a Free
Weight Area where you may workout with your friends and neighbors. In
addition, we certify children starting at age 10 to use the fitness
equipment.
We will be offering social
opportunities and classes specifically designed for seniors and
active older adults through the SilverSneakers® program which is
provided by Healthways. SilverSneakers® members have a complimentary
membership which provides access to all of the Saratoga Regional YMCA
branches. The following insurance plans are partnered with Healthways
and are therefore accepted by the Saratoga Regional YMCA: CDPHP
Medicare HMO and PPO, Secure Horizons by United Healthcare, Humana,
MVP Gold and MVP Preferred Gold, Empire Blue Cross and Blue Shield
and Wellcare.
Staff will supervise
age-appropriate activities, such as free play, story time and arts
& crafts in our babysitting room.
We have scholarships available. No
one is denied access to the YMCA due to the inability to pay.
Check our home page and facebook page for photo
updates of the Battenkill Branch!
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Mark your calendar for the next
Zumbathon on Friday, March 4, 2011!
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Next Rowing Challenge
The team started rowing again on January 1, 2011.
As a team we picked up where we left off, in Amarillo,
Texas and are headed for the west coast. We will reach the coast
and head north towards San Francisco.
You may join in at any time and do not have to
participate in all of the Challenges. All fitness levels are
welcome! If you have any questions, contact Jennifer Warner,
team captain, at 518-441-9274 or jbwarner@nycap.rr.com.
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Are Your Valuables Locked Up?
We strongly urge members to lock up their valuables.
Lockers may be secured by members, using their own lock, while they
are in the building. Locks must be removed when leaving the building
each day.
Mini lockers are available at some branch locations, at no cost. For
a token, please see the front desk.
If you leave valuables in your vehicle, please make sure
these items are out of sight.
The YMCA is not responsible for valuables left unattended.
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Corinth Branch News
Snowshoe Event and Demonstration!
On January
22nd from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, the Corinth Snowshoe Club will be doing
demonstrations and will participate in a race. Afterwards there
will be cocoa, coffee, tea & baked goods.
Blood Drive
will be held on January 7th. (Free Pound Of Dunkin Donuts Coffee
Certificate with every donation) SAVE A LIFE!!!
GREAT WINTER GROUP FITNESS SCHEDULE! Check it
OUT!!!
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Malta Branch News
Check out
the new Winter I group fitness schedule and join in on some great
fitness.
We have added Pilates to Saturdays at 10:00 am!
If your child is between the ages of 5-10 years old,
bring them in for Kids Fitness on Wednesdays at 4:30 pm.
The Strength & Cycle class at 9:15 am on Fridays has
been switched to Fitness Cycle.
Yoga on Wednesdays at 4:30 pm has been moved to
Thursdays at 4:30 pm.
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Wilton
Branch News
The Wilton Branch is hosting a
Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, January 31st from 1:30 - 6:30 pm.
Group Training: Looking for
Motivation to Become Healthy?
Join one of our group trainings. We are currently
forming Morning (6:00 am) Afternoon (11:30 am) and Evening (5:30 pm)
groups. You will work with our Health & Wellness Director
using various "tools" such as kettle bells, dumbbells,
bodyweight exercises, and some fun cardiovascular activities to get
the heart pumping.
There is a minimum of 4 people to a group for a total of
6 sessions. But, if you can get some friends to join you and we
have a total of 7-8 people in a group, we will add 2 more sessions
for a total of 8 sessions! The cost is $80 per person. For more
information please contact Chris Defibaugh at 587-3000 ext 155 or chris@saratogaregionalymca.org.
Parents Night Out
Need a night
out? Parents Night Out, held on January 21st, February 18th, March
25th and April 22nd, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m., is a great
opportunity to enjoy a night out without the kids. While you enjoy a
night out, your kids will participate in games, crafts and a snack
time at the Y. This program is available for ages 8 weeks to 6 year
olds. Registration is required. The cost is $15 per child.
Gymnastics Class Cancellations
Gymnastics classes will be cancelled on January 4th, January
8th, January 11th, and February 4th due to Saratoga Springs High
School Gymnastics meets.
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Saratoga Springs Branch News
YMCA Family Night- It's Back!
Come join us for a fun-filled, FREE Friday night.
This program will include family gym time with games, pool and track
time, as well as arts and crafts. For more information, please
contact Mel LaBelle at 583-9622, ext. 120 or at mel@saratogaregionalymca.org.
Days/Times:
Fridays from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Fees:
FREE
*Please
note: Family Nights resume on January 7th.
Healthy Kids
Night
Kids ages 10-17 may join us most Saturdays for an evening
out at the Saratoga Regional YMCA. Kids will participate in
age-appropriate activities which will utilize the gym, fitness
center, pool, track and cyber cafe. Children of all ages must be
signed in and out by an adult (over 18 years of age) and there is a
no re-entry policy. For more information, please contact Mel LaBelle
at 583-9622, ext. 120 or mel@saratogaregionalymca.org.
*Healthy
Kids Nights resume January 8, 2011.
Days/Times:
Saturday from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m
Fees:
$5.00 member/$8.00 non-member
Open Water
and Triathlon Swim Clincs
Open Water and Triathlon Swim Clinics are now forming
for the 2011 season. Please contact Ann Svenson at annb48@earthlink.net for more information. The fee is $35 for each 1
1/2 hour class. Membership is not required.
Babysitting Certification Course
This program, for 11 to 15 year olds, is offered from 9:00 to
3:00 p.m. on January 22nd, February 19th, March 19th, April 16th
and May 21st . This is a Red Cross certified course and participants
are encouraged to volunteer for 6 hours at our Saratoga Springs
and/or Wilton Branch Babysitting Rooms, upon completion of this
course. For more information, please contact Erin Wilkinson
at 583-9622, ext. 124.
Sunday Shoppers
Sunday Shoppers is a program
where children come to the YMCA from 1:30 to 4:00 pm
while their parents run errands, do their weekly grocery
shopping or stroll the shops downtown. We will have planned
activities for the children (between the ages of 8 weeks and 9 years
old), such as playing outside, doing a craft, or watching a
movie. A snack will be provided. The cost is $15 per child and
you may register at the front desk. Space is limited so register
early. We will offer this program on January 16th, February
20th, March 20th and April 24th. Contact Erin Wilkinson at 583-9622,
ext. 124 for more information.
Parents'
Night Out
Parents' Night Out is an opportunity for parents to have a night out!
Bring back date night, ladies or guys night out, or movie night.
Every Parents' Night Out will have a theme and children will enjoy
theme-based games, crafts or movies. This program is for children
ages 8 weeks to 6 years old.
New this year is Parents
Night Out II for 7 to 10 year
olds. Age-appropriate activites, including swimming, will be
offered.
This program will be held on February 5th,
March 5th and April 2nd from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. The cost is
$15 per child and you may register at the front desk. Space is
limited so register early. Contact Erin Wilkinson at 583-9622,
ext. 124 for more Parents' Night Out information and Mel LaBelle at
ext. 120 for Parents' Night Out II.
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Malta Child Care
Malta Child Care currently has openings in the
Preschool 3 year old program. This is a full day program
running from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and includes breakfast, lunch and
a snack. The cost of preschool is $200
weekly.
Let our certified, experienced staff nurture your
children and prepare them for success in Kindergarten. Children
learn to recognize and write letters, numbers and their
name. They are engaged in age-appropriate activities including
swimming and gym classes.
For more information or to schedule a tour contact Amy Wert, Malta
Branch Director, at 583-4342, ext. 181 or amy@saratogaregionalymca.org.
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Calendar
January 12, 2011 Preschool Registration for current
preschool participants, siblings or siblings of alumnae. In-person
registration only: 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saratoga Springs
Branch
January 19, 2011
Battenkill Branch Opens
January 22, 2011
Battenkill Branch Open House at 10:00 am
January 29, 2011
"We Build Peoople" Annual Scholarship Campaign Kickoff -
Cocktail Party Fundraiser - 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Saratoga Springs
Branch
January 29 -
March 26, 2011
"We Build People" Annual Scholarship Campaign
All Branches
February 1, 2011 Summer Camp and Specialty Program
Registration
All Branches
February 2, 2011 Preschool Open House: 7:00 to 8:00
p.m. Saratoga Springs Branch
February 8, 2010 Spring I Member Registration
All Branches
February 9, 2011
New registrants may register for preschool.
In-person
registration only:
8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saratoga Springs Branch
February 15, 2010
Spring I Program Member Registration
All Branches
February 21-27, 2011
No program classes
All Branches
February 28, 2011 Spring I Session begins All
YMCA Branches
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Saratoga
Regional YMCA
Inclement
Weather Policy
When
there is inclement weather, the decision to close our facilities and/or
cancel programs will be made by the COO. This decision is based
on the state and local recommendations that we are in a declared state
of emergency. The following media will inform you of
the closing and/or cancellations if you cannot get through to the YMCA:
Capital News 9, The Times Union, WFLY 92, 810 WGY, WNYT TV, WRGB TV,
WRVE, WTEN TV, B 95.5 and WXXA TV.
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Holiday Hours for All Branches
Easter -
Closed
Memorial Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
4th of July
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Labor Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving
Day - Closed
Christmas Eve
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Christmas Day
- Closed
New Year's Eve
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
New Year's Day
6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
NOTE: There are no programs or group fitness classes on these
days.
Be sure to check
with the branch to verify their holiday hours.
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Share Your
Thoughts
Tell us what
you love about the YMCA! We would really like to hear from
you.
We may use your comments for marketing purposes, so if you prefer that
we don't use your name, please let us know.
Please e-mail your
comments to Janet Sprague,
Development/Marketing Director.
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5 Tips For Keeping New Year's Resolutions
Chances are, at some time in your life, you've made a New Year's
Resolution -- and then broken it. This year, stop the cycle of
resolving to make change, but then not following through. If your
resolution is to take better care of yourself and get your weight under
control, you'll have a much better year if your resolution sticks. Here
are 5 tips to help get you started.
Be realistic
The surest way to fall short of your goal is to make your goal
unattainable. For instance, resolving to never eat your favorite food
again could be a bad choice. Strive for a goal that is attainable, such
as avoiding it more often than you do now.
Plan ahead
Don't make your resolution on New Year's Eve. If you wait until the
last minute, it will be based on your mindset that particular day.
Instead, it should be planned well before December 31 arrives.
Outline your plan
Decide how you will deal with the temptation to skip that exercise
class or have one more cigarette. This could include calling on a
friend for help, practicing positive thinking and self-talk, or
reminding yourself how your bad habit affects your health.
Make a "pro" and
"con" list
It may help to see a list of items on paper to keep your motivation
strong. Develop this list over time, and ask others to contribute to
it. Keep your list with you and refer to it when you need help keeping
your resolve.
Talk about it!
Don't keep your resolution a secret. Tell friends and family members
who will be there to support your resolve to change yourself for the better
or improve your health. The best case scenario is to find yourself a
buddy who shares your New Year's resolution and motivate each other.
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