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YOUR YSUMMIT FAMILY YMCA • 2017 PROGRAM GUIDE

Play Center members only ages 3 months-12 years: As a benefitof your family membership, we provide a drop-in care area for yourchildren. Let us engage your child in fun activities while you workout at the branch! Play Center Hours:Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-1:00 pm & 3:30-8:15 pm Saturday: 8:45am-1:00 pmSunday: 12:00-4:00 pm

Parent’s Morning Out ages 2-3: Have some YOU time whileyour child has some Y time! Parents can leave the YMCA during the program knowing that their child is in a safe andloving environment. Providing the building blocks of learningfor children, our curriculum consists of circle-time, storytime, and gym-time, as well as mini-soccer, nurturingthe potential of every child. Follows the Coweta Countyschool calendar. School Year More Info + Register

Parent’s Night Out facility members ages 2-12: Let the Y entertain your child, while you enjoy a night out knowingyour child is having fun at the Y. Our experienced and caringChildwatch staff will provide fun activities for your child in asafe and well-supervised environment. Along with a pizzadinner, your child will enjoy a night of games, crafts, bouncehouse and a movie. FREE as a benefit of membership, butregistration is required. Registration begins at 8:00 am online or at 9:00 am in the branch. Please see a membershipsales associate for help setting up your online account.Bi-monthly More Info + Register

QUESTIONS? [email protected]

Summit Family YMCA • 2017 Program Guide • 770-254-9622 • sfy.ymcaatlanta.org • registration phone: 404-267-5353 • ymcaatlanta.org

After School Program elementary school kids: Give your child a positive, engaging place togrow! Our After School Program offers a nutritious snack, STEAM (science, technology,engineering, art, and math) activities, and YFit4Life (an exercise and nutrition based fitness program) all under the encouragementof a trained counselor. The Summit FamilyYMCA school bus is currently picking up students from the following schools: NewnanCrossing Elementary, White Oak Elementary,Welch Elementary, and Jefferson Parkway Elementary. We also offer After School programming at Liberty Tech Charter School,Brooks and Bennett's Mill Middle School,Fayetteville. Questions? Call the Y at

770-254-9622. More Info + Register

School Break/Holiday Camps ages 5-13: WhenSchool is out the Y is in for K-5th graders.Our focus is providing a fun, safe, environment for kids to explore new things,make new friends and grow collectively andas individuals. More Info + Register

Summer Day Camps ages 5-17: Summercamp, like many YMCA youth programs, isabout learning skills, developing characterand making friends. Visit our camp web page.


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Teen Advisory Board 8th–12th graders: Aforum for teens to meet other teens whoenjoy service, want to have a voice in planning the activities for teens at the Summity Family YMCA, and help promote ourservices to their peers, both in and outside ofthe Y. We will meet as a group at least once amonth. During meetings we will discuss andplan upcoming activities and talk about waysour Y can help teens. Meeting dates andtimes will be determined by the group as awhole.


For our young people, the right guidance and support canmake a real difference in figuring out who they are and whatthey can achieve. Your Y is committed to nurturing teens tohelp them grow strong roots for success.

Through our leadership programs and social gatherings, yourY strives to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to envision and pursue a positive future. Buildinga strong foundation in leadership early in life encouragesyouth to take an active role in strengthening their communities as adults.

Participants in our teens programs can expect to make newfriends, find the support they need and gain the confidenceto challenge themselves.

Leaders Club 6th–12th graders: Leaders Club is a youth development program with a special emphasis on servicelearning, the development of leadership skills and culturalcompetence. The purpose of this club is to challenge eachparticipant to develop a stronger sense of self-confidence,indepedence and cooperation, as well as to deepen his/herappreciation for the diversity and interdependence amongthe world’s people creating cause-driven leaders. For moreinformation, contact Camp & Teen Director Garrett Blamire [email protected].

Active Older AdultsMore Info + Register

Ongoing activities:

• Quickstart Tennis

• Book Club

• Potluck Socials

• BUNCO

• Crochet Group


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The COACH APPROACH®, An Exercise Support Process asix-month program free for members ages 18+: Y exercise support 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 exercise on mood, stress & energy

• Stay on track even when your schedule throws you a curve ball!

Schedule an appointment at the Membership Desk to meetwith a wellness coach for a series of six,1-on-1 meetings atno additional cost!

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

KIDS FITNESS

Kids Triathlon Training ages 6-15: This FREE training pro-gram is open to kids who are registered for the Atlanta KidsTriathlon in August. Trainings take place at the Y and willconsist of fundamental and endurance training. Click here toregister for the Atlanta Kids Triathlon. Once registered, signup for our free trainings. Summer More Info + Register

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES

Group Exercise Classes for facility members13 & older: Members, ages 13 & older, mayattend as many group exercise and water exercise classes as they wish, as a benefit ofmembership. No registration required. Members ages 9-12 may participate in selectgroup exercise classes when accompanied bya parent or guardian (except for Body Sculpt& Group Cycling). View our online schedule.

Equipment Orientation free for membersages 13+: Y Wellness coaches are available to answer your fitness questions, provide instruction on how to design a safe, effectiveexercise routine. Schedule an appointment atthe Membership Desk.

Youth Policy Fitness Guidelines: Kids ages9-12 may use Wellness Center equipment ifthe following requirements are met:

• Successfully complete an equipment orientation (with parent/guardian present) and earn a Character Value bracelet.

• Subsequent use of the area requires parent/guardian present (within arms reach) with Character bracelet visible!

Our wellness coaching staff is available toassist you with any questios or concerns youmay have.


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Signature Programs

Equipment

TRX® Suspension® Training for members ages 13+: Designedby a Navy SEAL, TRX Suspension Training® is a completetotal-body workout that helps athletes, military personnel,and general health seekers take their performance to thenext level. TRX Suspension Training® is a revolutionarymethod of leveraged bodyweight exercise. Safely performhundreds of exercises that build power, strength, flexibility,balance, mobility, and prevent injuries, all at the intensityyou choose. Perfect for all fitness levels – from the beginnerexerciser who just wants to get stronger and fitter to theprofessional athlete who needs peak performance. OngoingMore Info + Register

Personal Training for members only: An individualized program and training session, designed to assist you inachieving & maintaining a desired fitness level throughstrength training, cardio conditioning, and weight management. The Y strives to make available to you themost experienced and professional personal fitness trainerswho will educate and motivate you whether you are beginning an exercise program, breaking through a plateau,defeating boredom in your current routine or conditioningyourself for a competitive sport. Complete the Personal Contact & Inquiry form and return forms to the MembershipDesk. Your trainer will contact you within 24-48 hours.

Train Together for two members: Participants must train atthe same time.

Personal Training programs are only available to facility members. Sportspecific training is available.

HEALTH IMPROVEMENT

PD Gladiators: Did you know that aggressiveexercise is one of the best things someonewith Parkinson’s disease can do for themselves? This is why the YMCA of MetroAtlanta and the PD Gladiators have partneredto be able to offer group exercise classes focused on Parkinson’s disease patients andcaregivers. The PD Gladiators program isopen to anyone with Parkinson’s disease.Let’s get aggressive and fight this diseasetogether!

Arthritic Aquatics: This program can helpimprove joint flexibility and muscle strengthwith the aid of the water's buoyancy and resistance. The classes are instructed in thewarm water therapy pool. FREE member benefit offered on our group exercise schedule.

Good Measure Meals (GMM): The Y is partnered with Good Measure Meals, an organization that makes it easy to eathealthy and enjoy gourmet food every dayeven with a busy schedule. Place your orderand pick up at our Y. 100% of proceeds fromyour purchase supports Open Hand community nutrition programs provided freeof charge to homebound seniors and individuals battling chronic or critical illness.More Info + Register


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CHEER

Cheerleading ages 4-10: YMCA Cheerleadingis designed to build teamwork, intermediateskills, basic fundamentals and love of thesport. Participants will practice once during the week and cheer at Y Youth Basketballgames on Saturdays. Winter: December

More Info + Register

TUMBLINGParticipants will learn the basics of tumblingin a progressive setting. Physical strength,flexibility, and kinesthetic awareness are allintegral parts of gymnastics. The first step inbecoming a gymnast is mastering tumbling. More Info + Register

Tumbling Tots ages 2-4 with adult: Instructorwill help guide tot and parent through basicgymnastic skills to help develop strong motorskills. Curriculum is geared to safely introduce coordination, balance, and gymnastics equipment. Each class will use core values tobuild confidence, friendships and prepare participants for beginning tumbling.

Beginner Tumbling boys & girls, ages 4-12:This is a non-parent assisted class. Childrenbegin to work on the foundations of gymnastics through various skills.

Intermediate Tumbling boys & girls, ages 4-12: Children must have successfully completebeginner tumbling. This class will introducemore independence and confidence of floorgymnastics. Must meet prerequisites.

Advanced Tumbling boys & girls, ages 4-12:Floor and equipment based gymnastics. Mustmeet prerequisites.


Rec League Soccer ages 3-6 coed & 7-10 boys and girls: Thisdynamic program offers age appropriate divisions. This program is a great way to introduce your child to soccer andwe encourage parent involvement. This is a 7-week programwith practices one day a week and games on Saturdays.Spring & Fall


Camps and clinics are offered throughout the year to give participants a chance to further develop their skills or stay refreshed. Please check at the branch for further details.

BASKETBALL

Basketball Clinic ages 3-4: This program will introduceyoung athletes to the basics of basketball in a safe and funenvironment. No uniform required. Winter: December More Info + Register

Youth Basketball League ages 5-16: Teams will work onpassing, dribbling, shooting and team offense and defense.Every child should participate in every game and should receive equal playing time, regardless of skill level. We partner with the Atlanta Hawks to offer two free Hawks tickets to each basketball participant. Winter: December More Info + Register

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Juniors Tennis Drills ages 6-18: Players are grouped by ageand ability. The quick start method is used for ages 10 &under with low compression balls and smaller courts. Instruction will include stroke production, court positioning,shot selection and match play strategy. Register in advancefor these 1- or 2-day-a-week, 6-week sessions.

Intermediate/Advanced Drills for ages 13-18: Drills for players who have had some instruction on the basic strokesof the game. Participants will be introduced to shot selection, court positioning and beginning match play.

Tournament Drills for ages 12-18: Drills for players who currently have a state ranking or are working on a stateranking in singles.

ADULT TENNIS

Adult Drills ages 18+: Drills are offered morning and eveningsbased on USTA ratings. Drills are available for beginner toadvanced players. Participants uncertain of their USTA ratingshould contact the tennis office for an evaluation. Drills aredrop in, and spaces are limited.

Round Robin members only ages 18+: Mixed social round robinis held every in a doubles format. Players switch partnersevery four games. FREE for facility members.

ALL AGES

FREE Tennis Drills ages 6+: Tennis is thegame of a lifetime. Interested in trying thesport? Looking to pick it back up after sometime off? As a Y member you can participatein free drills offered exclusively as a benefitof your membership! Register at the Registration Desk.

Junior Drills:Ages 6-10: Saturdays, 1:00-2:00 pm Ages 11-15: Saturdays, 2:00-3:00 pm

Adult Beginners Drills:Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pmFridays, 9:00-10:00 amSaturdays, 1:00-2:00 pm

Adult Intermediate Drills:Thursdays, 7:00-8:00 pm

Private Lessons: Offered in hour and halfhour sessions. Private lessons must bebooked by contacting 770-254-5934 [email protected].

Team Play ages 6+: ALTA and USTA teamsmay play out of the Summit Family YMCAbased on availability. Each team playing outof the Summit Family YMCA must have atleast one full facility member.


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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.

Year Round Lessons


Private/Semi-Private Lessons members only ages 3+:Session consists of six, 30-minute lessons. Please stopby the Member Services desk to fill out a private lessonrequest and an instructor will contact you.

YMCA SWIM TEAM

Titans Swim Team ages 5-18: The Titans are a registeredUSA Swimming swim team that competes in meets againstother Y’s in Metro Atlanta, as well in as other USA Swimmingsanctioned meets. All swimmers are assessed for placementin the appropriate training group. All training groups focus onstroke development and personal goal-setting in an environment that emphasizes the YMCA character values ofcaring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. All groups focuson stroke development and personal goal-setting in an environment that emphasizes the Y character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Fall/Winter: September – February More Info + Register

Beginners ages 5-10: Required skills: Be able to swim at least one length of the pool freestyle and backstroke without stopping. Kids build confidence and refine all fourcompetitive strokes through drills and games, and learn lifelong skills like team work and good sportsmanship bothwhile practicing and when competing in swim meets. Thisgroup is great for kids who have been enrolled in swim lessons.

Age Group typically ages 8-14: Required Skills:Be able to swim all 4 competitive strokes forat least 100 yards without stopping; ableperform safe and efficient racing dives/startsfrom a starting block, able to perform andregularly use skills such as flip turns, stream-lining, and circle swimming. Kids build confi-dence through learning about goal-setting,and then working towards daily goals, per-sonal goals, and team goals.

Seniors ages 13-18: Required skills: Be able toswim all 4 competitive strokes for at least200 yards without stopping; successfullycomplete time trial sets of either 20 x 100 or10 x 100 within given intervals, commit to 18practices per month, 50% of YMCA dualmeets and 50% of USAS meets throughoutthe season. Senior swimmers will representthe Titans in the community, act as lane leaders, and demonstrate the capacity to be ateam leader.

Masters Swim ages 18+: Want to train fortriathlons or competitive meets or just wantto improve your swimming ability and stay inshape? Masters is a FREE adult swim programfor those who enjoy swimming laps. Click hereto see our pool schedule for Masters Swimdays & times.


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Specialty

YMCA of the USA Lifeguarding, CPR-Pro,First Aid, & Oxygen Administration ages16+: Participants need to be able to completea physical competency requirements, including the front crawl, breaststroke andbackstroke with inverted breaststroke kick.Students must be on time and attend everyclass meeting for successful course completion, including CPR for the ProfessionalRescuer, AED, Oxygen Administration, andFirst Aid Certification Classes. Monthly, February – July

QUESTIONS? [email protected] CPR & AED ONLY: This course teaches the skills ofAdult, Child, & Infant CPR for the general community. Idealfor anyone just wanting to be able to save a life.February, April, May, June, July, September, November

ASHI Community CPR/ AED & First Aid: Same as CPR except you will receive an additional certification in First Aid.January, March, May, August, October, December

American Safety and Health Institute CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, & Oxygen Administration: This course teaches Adult, Child, & InfantCPR skills at a slightly higher level. It also includes the skillsof Oxygen Administration and First Aid This course is designed for Medial Professionals, Lifeguards, Group ExerciseInstructors, etc. This course will require internet learning tobe done outside of the YMCA, prior to the first day of class. Bi-monthly, January – June

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification ages 16+:Must be certified in CPR PRO, Oxygen Admin & First Aidprior to attending. This course will teach participants thecomponents of YMCA Swim Lessons and how to teach children and adults to swim according to YMCA guidelines.March, April/May, October

YMCA Aquatics Safety Assistant (includes water safety,CPR, First Aid & O2) ages 14+: This course does not provideparticipants with lifeguard certification and training. Courseneeded for Camp High Harbor Staff. This course will requireinternet learning to be done outside of the YMCA, prior tothe first day of class. Bi-monthly, January – June

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MARCHDaddy Daughter Dance: Tiaras, princess dresses, partyshoes and glitter. Celebrate your princess at our AnnualDaddy Daughter Dance.

MAYHealthy Kids Day all ages: This annual event is our nationalinitiative to improve the health and well-being of kids. Bringyour kids for a fun-filled few hours of games, arts & crafts,snacks and more.

Water Safety Day: Safe swimming saves lives. Have fun as afamily while learning the skills and techniques to keep yousafe in and around the water. Free Community Event

AUGUSTSchool Supply Drive: Bring school supplies to donate tostudents in need.

OCTOBERCoat Drive: Drop off new or gently used coats.

Fall Festival & Chili Cook Off: Harvest a great time at ourannual Fall Festival and Chili Cook Off. Join us for games, artsand crafts, activities, and plenty of tricks and treats.

NOVEMBERVererans’ Day Breakfast: A special morning honoring ourservice men and women.

DECEMBERSanta’s Workshop: Join us for a morning of storytelling,arts and crafts, and special treats. Santa will be available forpictures with the family.

Special Season Collections: Your Y partners with othercommunity organizations to provide a cheerful holiday tothose less fortunate.

For more information about our special events, look for flyersaround the facility, emails from us in your inbox or follow uson Facebook at www.facebook.com/SummitY.

YMCA IMPACT, COWETA COUNTY

THANkS to our members and the community for giving to our annualsupport campaign WHY IT MATTERS.

Healthy Living• $263,589 given annually throughYMCA membership scholarships.Memberships allow lower income families to reconnect, develop healthier lifestyles, and combat our obesity epidemic.

• $22,171 allowed children at the Yand in the community to overcometheir fear of water and develop confidence in learning to swim whomay not have had the opportunity otherwise.

Youth Development • $53,416 given to children for summer camp who would otherwise bein an empty home caring for themselves during the summer.

• $7,900 given annually to help children realize their potential in anon-competitive youth sports environment.

• $13,020 served elementary age children in Y afterschool program witha variety of programmatic and activityoptions to explore and develop theirinterests and talents while focusing onsafety, health, social growth and academic enhancement.

Social Responsibility• $7,960 provided Coweta CountySamaritan Clinic patients the opportunity to adopt healthy habitsand change their lifestyle through Y membership & THE COACH APPROACH®


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