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YOUR YNORTHWEST FAMILY YMCA • 2017 PROGRAM GUIDE

FACILITY MEMBER BENEFITS

Kids’ Club ages 3 months-5 years: While parents are enjoyingour programs and services at Northwest Family YMCA, theirchildren are divided into age-appropriate rooms that aremonitored by well-trained staff. Children ages 2 & older willenjoy stories, crafts, music & movement, literacy centers,math & shape centers and more.Monday – Friday, 8:00 am-1:30 pm & 3:00-8:00 pmSaturday, 8:00 am-1:00 pm • Sunday, 1:00-5:00 pmFREE for Facility Members with Family Membership2-hour limit per visit (up to 10 hours per week)

The Zone ages 5-12: Kids will enjoy our interactive gamingcenter where they will have fun and socialize by playing active video games, STEM challenges, crafts, game nightsand more. Special activities resolve around weekly andnightly themes.Monday – Friday, 3:00-8:00 pm Saturday, 8:00 am-1:00 pm • Sunday, 1:00-5:00 pm***Hours extended when school’s out. See schedule for details.***

FREE for Facility Members with Family Membership2-hour limit per visit (up to 10 hours per week)

Rock Wall ages 4 & up: Kids and adults alike can take theirworkout to new heights on our rock climbing wall. Childrenages 4-7 must have a parent present at the wall while climbing. All climbers must present membership card.Monday – Friday, 5:00-8:00 pmSaturday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm • Sunday, 2:00-4:00 pmSchool Holidays: 9:00 am-1:00 pm & 5:00-8:00 pmFREE for Facility Members

PARENT BREAKS

Parents’ Morning Out ages 2-5: Safari Kidsis our PMO program designed to provide positive, age-appropriate experiences to helpyour child grow and learn. Children will explore shapes, colors, letters and early mathconcepts through a variety of games, puzzles,songs and activities as well as a scheduledstory time, craft time and playground (orgym) time. Sign up for 1-5 days per week.Register for all months in advance for a 20% discount.Mondays: Dazzling DancersTuesdays: Tiny TumblersWednesdays: Amazing ArtistsThursdays: Little ChefsFridays: Super ScientistsMore Info + Register

Parent’s Night Out facility members only ages2-12: You can feel confident knowing your children are happy and safe as they enjoy avariety of fun activities with their Y friendswhile you enjoy a much needed night out.Children bring their own dinner. Registrationopens on the first day of the month before at9:00 am. Register in person or online. This is a very popular event so make sure to register early. More Info + Register

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Let us host your child’s birthday party! Wewill provide party hosts to help you set up,lead activities and clean up. Contact Karen at KarenT@ymcaatlanta.orgfor available times and pricing. More InfoToddler Time Party ages 1-4Twist & Roll Tumble Party ages 3-7Splashin’ Bash Pool Party ages 5 & upRockin’ Y Climbing Wall Party ages 5 & upZumba Dance Party ages 6 & up

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CAMP

Summer Day Camps ages 3-17: Summer camp, like manyYMCA youth programs, is about learning skills, developingcharacter and making friends. We offer camps for preschool,youth and teens throughout the summer. At camp, kids canplay, create, explore, imagine, engage and so much more.More Info + Register

School’s Out Camps ages 5-12: Does the school calendarleave your kids out of school more often than you can takeoff work? We are bringing the best of camp activities including climbing wall, swimming, gym games, and more righthere to the YMCA for safe, affordable, and fantastic fun foryour kids during the school holidays.More Info + Register

Preschool Mini Camps ages 2-5: Pick a day to stay and playwhen local schools are on break. Each day will include activity centers, games, stories, a craft and an healthy snackall centered around the day's theme. Check out the seasonalflyer for dates.More Info + Register

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Homeschool Adventures ages 5-12: Get ready for adventureas we explore what our area has to offer! Once a month kidswill visit exciting places such as museums, parks and more.Check out the flyer for details.

Archery Club ages 6-13: Safety, skill andmastery! Kids will be introduced to age-appropriate techniques with an emphasis onfun, self confidence and safety.

Climbing Club ages 7-12: Rock climbing is anamazing sport that allows you to conquerfears, improve self-confidence, exercise andlearn to trust yourself and those around you.In this class children will learn skills andtechniques on our indoor climbing wall, led byour certified instructors.

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TEEN PROGRAMS

Middle School Nights for grades 6th-8th:Come meet new people and create newfriendships! We’ll play games like manhunt,dodgeball, basketball, volleyball and capturethe flag. Each month has a fun theme! Checkout the seasonal flyer for details. Bring afriend! Register in advance. Pizza provided.More Info + Register

Leaders’ Club for grades 7th-12th: The Leaders’ Club is for teens who want to develop leadership skills and make an impactin their community by using their ideas,strengths and interests. The club requires a commitment to attend regular club meetingsand participate in special activities andovernight events throughout the year. Teenswill have the opportunity to meet new people,build new relationships, learn valuable skills,get involved in the community and learn whatit truly means to be a Leader.

QUESTIONS? JaredM@ymcaatlanta.org

ADULT-CHILD PROGRAMS

Adventure Guides boys & girls ages 5-12 with their dad: In Adventure Guides, parents & their children develop healthy relationships, gain a sense of belonging, and learn the importance of giving back to the community through one-on-one interactions, activities with other families, andcommunity service projects. At the heart of the program arethe Compass Points, which give members a sense of direction and an inspiration for activities:

• FAMILY. Family is “true north”—the focal point of the program.• NATURE. The natural world and the camping experience are integral parts of the program.• COMMUNITY. The spirit of the program is experienced through belonging to a small Community—the Circle.• FUN. Fun is the magic of the program.

Circles will be formed according to local neighborhoods withapproximately 8 to 10 pairs of dad & their kids. We will alsobe looking for fathers to volunteer to lead their circles asCircle Navigator. More Info + Register

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REACH & RISETM Mentoring Program at-risk youth ages 6-17with a mentor: REACH & RISE™ helps at-risk youth overcomepersonal, social and family challenges through a positiveadult-child relationship. All kids have great potential. At theY, we work to help children and teens achieve their goals.Through this program, we are striving to make sure thatevery child has an opportunity to envision and pursue a positive future, and to take an active role in strengtheninghis or her community. If you had a special person in your lifewho guided, nurtured, supported and taught you that youmattered, then you had a mentor! Now it's your turn! Student mentee referrals taken year round, and mentortraining also offered year round. More Info

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SPRINGParent/Child Storytime all ages: Join our professional storyteller for Easter-themed stories and songs. Check Kids’Club schedule for day and time. March

Bunny Hop ages 8 and under: Join us for breakfast, bouncehouses, egg hunts, prizes and dancing with the Easter Bunnyat this family event. March 25

Healthy Kids Day all ages: We are planning a morning of active outdoor fun. Join us for games, challenges, demos,vendors and bounce houses. May 6

FALLSpooktacular all ages: Everything you love about fall wrappedinto one festival. Wear your favorite costume for an eveningof fun – games, bounce houses, spooky trail, scavengerhunts, fall crafts, prizes, food and more! October

WINTERBreakfast with Santa: Visit the Elves’ Workshop to make ornaments and Christmas cards, play some reindeer games with your family, enjoy a holiday breakfast and visit withSanta Claus! December

Parent/Child Storytime all ages: Join our professional storyteller for a special Christmas-themed stories and songs.Check Kids’ Club schedule for day and time. December

MONTHLYFamily Fun Nights: A night of family-stylefun once a month on Fridays. All activities areplanned so that parents and their childrencan have fun TOGETHER and focus on a funtheme. FREE for facility members, but pleaseregister in advance.

Silly Celebration Days: Each month we willcelebrate a non-traditional holiday like StarWars Day or Talk-Like-A-Pirate Day. Follow uson Facebook to keep in the know about eachmonth’s theme.

QUARTERLY4th & 5th Grade Nights: Join us for a nightof camp-style fun just for students in 4th and5th grades. Kids will swim, climb the wall, doteam challenges and gym games. Pizza will beprovided. Bring a friend – the community iswelcome! January 7, March 4, August 19 &October 21

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Special Events

ADULT DANCE More Info + Register

Ballroom Dance ages 18+: Bring your partnerto learn the Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Waltz andBolero at the Y! Each dance offered in its ownsession so choose one or all.

TUMBLE More Info + RegisterTumble classes are based on ability not age.

Preschool Tumble coed ages 3-5: This classallows active preschoolers to develop a lovefor tumbling while increasing their physicalfitness. Participants will gain flexibility andcoordination while learning forward and backward rolls.

Boys Tumble boys only ages 4-8: This class iscustomized to the skills and energy level ofyoung boys. Participants will work on rolls,handstands, cartwheels and other skills thatwill help with flexibility and coordination.

Tumble 1 ages 3-12: This beginner class is for girls who have no previous tumbling experience. Participants will practice forward & backward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, bridges and strengthening exercises. Your child will need a solid cartwheel to advance to Tumble 2.

Tumble 2 ages 5-12: This intermediate classis for girls who have completed Tumble 1 orhave a solid cartwheel. Participants will continue to perfect tricks from Tumble 1 andadd backbend kickovers, handstand snapdowns, walkovers, roundoffs and more totheir skills. Your child will need a solid backbend kickover/walkover to advance.

Tumble 3 ages 6-14: This advanced class isfor girls who have completed Tumble 2 orhave a solid backbend kickover & walkover.Participants will learn backhand springs,ariels & more and will start learning to linkskills together by using roundoff with back-hand springs.

Our dance and tumble programs run with the school year, followingthe Cobb County Schools calendar. Our dance instructors will helpyour dancer build confidence, perfect practicing techniques anddevelop a love for healthy living as they learn their routines. InMay, dancers will perform in our dance recital and tumblers willperform in a Tumble Demo. Questions? EmmaH@ymcaatlanta.org.

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Petite Feet ages 18 months-3 years: This parent-assisteddance class is designed to help your little one learn the basics of movement and balance through dancing, singingand tumbling.

Beginner Ballet ages 2-3: Welcome to ballet for the beginner. Your young one will have a ball while gaining flexibility, coordination, and self-confidence.

Preschool Ballet & Tap ages 2-5: Your preschooler will learnballet and tap basics while gaining flexibility, coordination,and self-confidence.

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Ballet/Tap & Jazz ages 5-7: Flow from the smooth transitions in ballet to quick tapping feet to the sharp movements of jazz.

Ballet/Jazz ages 6-11: We will teach challenging ballet technique then transition into current jazz routines.

Hip Hop ages 6-11: This class is a great chance for yourdancer to try a different style of dance that is upbeat andhigh energy. They will learn to memorize choreography byworking on a combination each class.

Performing Group 1st graders+: This is an invite-only groupwho have multiple years in our academy. These dancers willperform in the community at nursing homes, in parades, etc.

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PRESCHOOL SPORTSSporties for Shorties ages 2.5-3.5: A non-competitive parent/child program. Kids explore the simplest basics ofgroup sports, along with games and free play. Emphasis is onhaving FUN while developing your child's large & small motorskills, attention span & ability to follow directions. Spring: March • Fall: September More Info + Register

T-ball ages 3-8: Introduce your child to T-ball in a totallynon-competitive atmosphere, emphasizing good sportsmanship and having fun, while developing skills for thefuture. Summer: May More Info + Register

Preschool Basketball ages 3-6: Introduce your child to basketball in a non-competitive atmosphere, emphasizinggood sportsmanship and having fun, while developing skillsfor future basketball programs. Fall: NovemberMore Info + Register

FOOTBALL & CHEER

Flag Football ages 5-10: Come and play flag football at theY. Game days are at the Cedarcrest Sports Complex andCuster Park. Weekly evening practices and Sunday afternoongames. Shirts provided. Fall: NovemberMore Info + Register

Sideline Cheerleading ages 5-10: Cheerleaders will buildself-confidence and self-esteem while developing social skillsand healthy relationships with other cheerleaders. For moreinformation, contact Emma at EmmaH@ymcaatlanta.org.Fall: October More Info + Register

VOLLEYBALL

Youth Volleyball League ages 7-10 coed & 11-14 girls: We’ve teamed up with Cobb Atlanta Volleyball to offer a fun, instructionalrec league with Thursday night practices for advanced players, Friday night practices forbeginners and Sunday afternoon games.Spring: February • Fall: August • Winter: November More Info + Register

Volleyball Skills Clinic ages 7-10 coed & 11-14 girls: Experienced, professional coacheswill focus on nothing but skills that includeserving, passing, setting, hitting and the rulesof the game in a fun and non-competitive environment. Summer: June More Info + Register

YOUTH & ADULT SOCCER

Youth Soccer ages 3-18: Our goal is to provide all participants a program that strivesto develop them to their fullest potential notonly as a soccer player but a person as well.We focus on offering a quality soccer experience in an enjoyable atmosphere. Spring: March • Fall: September More Info + Register

Academy & Select Soccer ages 6-18: Giveyour child the opportunity to develop his/herskills at a competitive level in the state andregion under the guidance of top coaches.Tryouts for 17-18 Season: May & JuneMore Info + Register

Adult Soccer ages 18+: The Y offers soccerfor adults seeking a fun way to stay fit andconnected. Whether you’re a competitiveplayer looking for a challenge, an experiencedolder player looking to stay active or a beginner, we have a league for everyone. Winter: January • Fall: SeptemberMore Info + Register

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SWIMlessons

DESIGNATE + EVALUATE = ACCELERATE

Welcome to the our new Y Swim Lesson Upgrade. Our “Designate + Evaluate = Accelerate” model makes swim learning and advancement more efficient then ever before!

DESIGNATE – Register by age group.

• Infant & Toddler ages 6 - 36 months A Parent + Child Class!

• Preschool ages 3-5 years

• School-Age ages 6-12 years

• Teen & Adult ages 13+

EVALUATE – Each participant will be skill tested during thefirst class to determine their Stage of Learning

ACCELERATE – Participants are placed according to currentskill level so they can advance quickly through the stages tobecome a confident swimmer.

Ratios Rule: 1:12 for Infant-toddler, 1:4 for preschooland 1:6 for all other lessons ensure participants have atrained instructor at every level and ability to help themprogress through the stages.

Swim Starters: Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortablein the water and develop swim readiness skillsthrough fun and confidence-building experiences, while parents learn about watersafety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision. This group is onlyparent-child lessons for ages 6 months to 3years, and contains the following stages...A – Water DiscoveryB – Water Exploration

Swim Basics: Students learn personal watersafety and achieve basic swimming competency by learning two benchmark skills:• Swim, float, swim—sequencing front glide, roll, back float, roll, front glide, and exit• Jump, push, turn, grabThis group is for ages 3 years & older, andcontains the following stages...1 – Water Acclimation2 – Water Movement3 – Water Stamina

Swim Strokes: Having mastered the fundamentals, students learn additional watersafety skills and build stroke technique, developing skills that prevent chronic disease,increase social-emotional and cognitive well-being, and foster a lifetime of physicalactivity. This group is for ages 3 years &older, and contains the following stages...4 – Stroke Introduction 5 – Stroke Development (ages 5 + up only)6 – Stroke Mechanics (ages 5 + up only)

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Lightning Policy: We close all pools, saunas, steam rooms, and pool decks for 30 minutes following lightning or thunder.

Make–Up Policy: In the event of inclement weather, we will attempt to make up class on Friday. Please make sure we haveyour current email and phone number on file. In the event child misses a lesson, we cannot guarantee credits or refunds.

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PRIVATE LESSONS

Private/Semi-Private Lessons members only ages 3+:Cost includes 3-hour block of time (your choice of three1-hour, six 30-minute or four 45-minute lessons). One-on-one instruction, for a wide range of swimmingabilities. Please stop by the Membership Office to fillout a private lesson request and an instructor will contact you within one week. Payment required at registration. Must be used within 6 months of purchase.

YMCA SWIM TEAM

Wahoos Swim Team facility members ages 6-18: This programis an introduction to competitive swimming in an “everybodyswims, everybody wins” atmosphere. Coaches work on allfour strokes and techniques. This team focuses on fun, building self-esteem, and prepares children to compete atthe next level. The team practices at the Y and competesagainst other Y’s in weekend meets. Cost includes Y swimcap, official team t-shirt and end of season banquet. All newswimmers must tryout. Fall & Winter: Evaluations in AugustRegister in person at the Y

Under 8 Required skills: Be able to swim at least one length of thepool freestyle and backstroke without stopping. Kids buildconfidence and refine all four competitive strokes throughdrills and games, and learn lifelong skills like team work andgood sportsmanship both while practicing and when competing in swim meets. This group is great for kids whohave been enrolled in swim lessons.

9-10 year oldsRequired Skills: Be able to swim freestyle and backstroke 100 yards without stopping and breaststroke and butterfly 25 yards; able to perform and regularly use skills such as flip turns, streamlining, and circle swimming. Kidsbuild confidence through learning aboutgoalsetting, and then working towards dailygoals, personal goals, and team goals.

11 & upRequired skills: Be able to swim all 4 competitive strokes for at least 100 yards without stopping. Swimmers will continue to development strokes and endurance.

SPECIALTY SWIM

Adaptive Aquatics: One-on-one instructor is available for special needs mem-bers. Please stop by the Membership Officeto fill out a private lesson request and an in-structor will contact you within one week.Payment required at registration. Must beused within 6 months of purchase.

Swim Team Prep ages 6 & up: The class refines all four competitive strokes (butterfly,backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle). Students will begin to have more structuretraining sessions that will prepare them forthe swim team. Summer: AugustMore Info + Register

Masters Swim ages 18+: Want to train fortriathlons or competitive meets, or just wantto improve your swimming ability and stay inshape? Masters is an adult competitive swimteam for ages 18 & up. If you enjoy swimminglaps, join our Masters Swim Team. More Info + Register

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SIGNATURE PROGRAMS

The COACH APPROACH®Exercise Support Process A six

month program provided free for members 18+:Maximize yourmembership with The Coach Approach – a YMCA exercisesupport process designed to teach new or returning exercisers how to start and stick with their personalized exercise program. Learn how to kick the inactivity habit,shape workouts around activities you prefer, measure effects of exercising on mood, stress & energy and stay ontrack when schedules throw you a curve ball. Make your firstCoach Approach appointment in the Membership Office.

NEW! Weight Loss for Life free for members ages 18+: Starting January 2017 the Wellness Department will bestarting a new chapter with Coach Approach. Weight Lossfor Life is a program designed specifically for Coach Approach which will take your weight loss to the next level.Please see a Wellness Coach for more details!

FITNESS EQUIPMENT

Cybex Equipment Orientation free for members ages 13+:Y Wellness Coaches are available to answer your fitnessquestions, provide instruction on how to use the Cybexequipment and design a safe, effective exercise routine.Schedule appointments in Membership Office or Front Desk. Facility members ages 9-12: May use select wellness equipment upon meeting the following criteria:• Complete orientation with parent/guardian present• Workout only with parental supervision

GROUP EXERCISE

Group Exercise Classes for facility members13 & older:We offer a variety of group exercise classes including Boot Camp, Zumba,Body Sculpt, Yoga and more. Check out ourschedule online.

Water Group Exercise Classes: Watergroup exercise classes provide significantcardiovascular and strength training benefitswhile reducing the burden on stress-bearingjoints and muscles. This is a workout that isappropriate for all ages and fitness levels.Check out the online pool schedule.

TRAINING

Personal Training facility members ages13+: Meet with a trainer who will develop apersonalized program just for you. Discoverways to take your workout to the next level.May be used in 1-hour or 1/2-hour sessionswith certified YMCA trainers by appointmentonly. Register in the Membership Office.

Kids Triathlon Training ages 6-15: FREE 7-week training program open to kids whoare registered for the Atlanta Kids Triathlon.Trainings consist of fundamental and endurance training. Once registered, sign upfor our free trainings. June/July More Info + Register

CHALLENGES

Wellness Challenges: FREE new challengesare presented every 6-8 weeks to motivateand inspire our members. Look for flyersaround the facility for upcoming challenges.

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TRAINING CLASSES

CPR/AED Class ages 16 & up: This class will cover adult, infant and child CPR/AED. We will cover conscious and unconscious choking victims, breathing barriers, and protective equipment. Students will learn how to assess situations and make appropriate decisions for victim care.More Info + Register

Lifeguard Training Class ages 16 & up: This course is designed to give participants the basic knowledge needed tobe lifeguards in the pool, lake, river, surf, and waterpark environments. The comprehensive course offers up-to-dateinformation on how to guard, anticipate, and prevent problems and take action to help those in danger when necessary. It also covers safety and survival skills everyswimmers needs or know, accident prevention, guardingtechniques, emergency systems, rescue skills, first aid inaquatic environments, spinal injury management, weatherand open water dangers, legal responsibilities, etc. Pre-requisites include current first-aid certification, currentCPR, current certification in AED and Oxygen Administration. Complete medical clearance is recommended. Must be 16 bycourse start date. If under the age of 18, participant musthave parental consent to take this course and pass a swimming test. More Info + Register

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SENIORS

Senior Trips and Tours ages 55+: On amonthly basis we will have activities, get togethers, trips and events. Look for flyers posted around the Y about the tripsand events. Trips may include apple picking,shopping, visiting one of the Atlanta areagardens or helping with our lunch break program. Open to all members and the community. Questions? Contact ElizabethJanda at ElizabethJ@ymcaatlanta.org.

Senior Health & Wellness ages 55+: Weoffer group exercise and water exerciseclasses especially for our senior members. We also offer Pickleball in the gym to keepyou moving and active.

NUTRITION

Good Measure Meals: The Y is partneredwith Good Measure Meals, an organizationthat makes it easy to eat healthy and enjoygourmet food every day even with a busyschedule. Place your order and pick up at theNorthwest Y. 100% of proceeds from your purchase supports Open Hand community nutrition programs provided free of charge to homebound seniors and individuals battlingchronic or critical illness. More Info + Register

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LUNCH BREAK PROGRAM

The Y is committed to nuturing the potentialof kids, promoting healthy living and givingback to our neighbors. This is why we commithundreds of staff hours and ask our membersto volunteer to help us achieve these goalsthrough our Lunch Break Program. This program brings meals to children in our community during the summer and otherschool breaks, when they are not able to getlunch at their schools. Members can sign upto donate food items, pack the lunches, ordeliver the lunches to one of our sites. Thosewho deliver the lunches can visit with families, play games with the children, andhave a chance to see this project up close. Ystaff and volunteers build relationships withthe children while leading games, songs,crafts and other activities designed to getthem moving and enjoy being outside. Youngleaders from our summer teen camp also benefit from the program by planning gamesand crafts for the kids. To be included in our volunteer mailing list, email AssociateDirector of Community Engagement at BeckyCross at BeckyC@ymcaatlanta.org.

TOGETHERHOOD®

Togetherhood® is the Y’smember-led volunteer service program. It activates Y members towork together to plan andlead service projects thatrespond to local communityneeds. Togetherhood® creates social changeand demonstrates that we’re a charity dedicated to strengthening community. Wewill team up with other organizationsthroughout the year on Togetherhood®

projects. Watch this video to find out moreabout this national YMCA program.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer opportunities are available in every department. Some examples include:

• Preschool & Youth Sports Volunteer: Coach, referee, picture day, score keepers, tournaments or help in our sports department office.

• Administrative Champion: Assist our office staff with filing, copying and data entry.

• Welcoming Ambassador: Smile and greet our members, scan cards at our membership desk.

• Nursery/PlayCenter: Conduct special activities, arts & crafts, storytelling, etc.

• Wellness: Empower youth through fitness and nutrition programs.

• Program Intern: Perform duties and work with a Y Program Director.

• Lunch Break Volunteer: Prepare, pack and deliver lunches during school breaks and summer.

• Aquatics Champion: Assist instructors with swim lessons, swim team and special events in the pool.

• Togetherhood Committee: YMCA’s signature program for social responsibility. This program invites Y members to lead and participate in volunteer service projects that benefits the communities where they live.

• REACH & RISE™ Mentor (see page 3 in this guide)

For current volunteer opportunities, contact Becky Cross atBeckyC@ymcaatlanta.org for more information.

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