BETTER TOGETHER

2011 FALL PROGRAM GUIDE Octorara YMCA Program Center

NEW!

Infant & Toddler Care

Call 610-593-9622 for details.

REGISTER NOW! OCTORARA COVERED BRIDGE RUN Saturday, October 15

See page 2 for details.

FALL 1 SESSION

Tuesday, September 6 to Sunday, October 30

FULL MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS Saturday, August 20
PROGRAM MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS Saturday, August 27

FALL 2 SESSION

Monday, October 31 to Saturday, December 24

FULL MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS Saturday, October 15
PROGRAM MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS

Saturday, October 22 Online Registration: Midnight Fax, Phone and Mail: Noon

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September is FREE when you join the Y!

Just pay the joiner fee to get started and Septembers membership is FREE!
Valid at any YMCA of the Brandywine Valley branch only during the month of September, 2011.
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Please join us for a 1-mile fun run/walk, a 5K run/walk, or a 10-mile run. This family event features a scenic course along Creek Road and through historic Mercer Covered Bridge. Bring your family and enjoy great food, childrens activities and souvenir T-shirts.

Saturday, October 15

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING

F.I.T. (FITNESS IN TRAINING) - Burn calories, build lean muscles,
and feel better during this intense workout. Varied activities include cardio, weight training and rope jumping. Tuesdays 7:00 to 8:00 pm Thursdays 7:00 to 8:00 pm

Improving the communitys health and well-being

$30 A MONTH FOR UNLIMITED CLASSES!

NEW! GROUP ExERCISE MEMBERSHIP PLAN

adult program members pay only $30 per month and take unlimited group exercise classes. Or, join as a full member and take unlimited free classes. Teens, 14 and up, are welcome in group exercise classes unsupervised.
BODYCOMBAT This fiercely energetic program is inspired by
martial arts and draws from a wide array of disciplines such as karate, boxing, taekwondo, tai chi and muay thai. Strike, punch, kick and kata your way through calories to superior cardio fitness. Like all the LeS mILLS programs, a new BODycOmBaT class is produced every three months with new music and choreography. Mondays 6:00 to 7:00 pm

CARDIO FITNESS - This 1-hour class varies weekly. Class format

alternates between Sculpt and F.I.T. each week offers a different format to help cross train your muscles and see results. Saturdays 9:00 to 10:00 am

ZUMBA - This popular class fuses Latin rhythms and easy to

follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will blow you away. Mondays 7:00 to 8:00 pm Wednesdays 7:00 to 8:00 pm

PILATES - This mat-work class focuses on the bodys core

stability. When you change the bodys muscle recruitment patterns you enhance your control, stability, coordination, endurance, balance, strength and flexibility. Tuesdays 6:00 to 7:00 pm Thursdays 6:00 to 7:00 pm

To join the Y, stop by our office at Octorara Elementary School.

at the Octorara YMCA Program Center

Bring this coupon to class. Offer expires October 31, 2011.
Financial Assistance Available

FREE TRIAL FOR 2 GROUP ExERCISE CLASSES

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Nurturing the potential of every child and teen AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS
ALL PROGRAMS RUN IN 8-WEEK SESSIONS AT THE OCTORARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.

YOUTH FITNESS
GIRLS ON THE RUN Girls, grades 3 through 6
September 26 to December 11 Girls recognize and celebrate their individual talents with this nationally acclaimed program that combines training for a 5K run with lessons that inspire. The culminating event of the season is a non-competitive 5K on December 11. Girls meet with trained coaches twice a week after school for 90 minutes during the season. Location: Octorara elementary School (5th & 6th graders bussed to OeS) Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $80
Some Title 1 sites may have reduced pricing thanks to a generous grant. Financial assistance is also available.

FALL 1 PROGRAMS

YOUTH SCIENCE Grades 1 through 6

Kids explore and discover the mysteries of science through hands-on experiments. Tuesdays 3:45 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $50 *K-2 and 5-6 students will be bussed to the OeS.

ULTIMATE SPORTS Grades 1 through 6

Kids have fun and experience teamwork playing a different sport each week, including kickball, soccer, floor hockey, basketball and dodgeball. Wednesdays 3:45 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $50 *K-2 and 5-6 students will be bussed to the OeS.

STRIDE - Character Development and Running for Boys

YOUTH ART Grades 1 through 6

Kids tap in to their creative side through drawing, painting, clay and more. Thursdays 3:45 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $50 *K-2 and 5-6 students will be bussed to the OeS.

Grades 3 to 6 September 26 to December 11 This fun fitness and running program gives boys a chance to share their thoughts and opinions about various life topics and develop character. Boys meet with coaches two times a week for 90 minutes and participate in a 5K run on Sunday December 11. Location: Octorara elementary School (5th & 6th graders bussed to OeS) Mondays and Fridays 3:30 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $80
Some Title 1 sites may have reduced pricing thanks to a generous grant Financial assistance is also available.

YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES

YMCA YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Boys & Girls, Ages 6 to 11 - Hey kids! Get lots of playing time, develop skills and have tons of fun during YMCA Youth Basketball Leagues. Our leagues feature competition to challenge every childs ability in a supportive, family-oriented atmosphere. Players 6 and up practice one evening a week and play a game every Saturday. To increase competition, ages 8 and up compete against other YMCA of the Brandywine Valley Leagues. *Games played at the PLC full size gym Season Dates: November 7 through January 21 Early Registration Fee begins September 5 Full Member: $55 Program Member: $65 Registration Fee begins October 10 Full Member: $70 Program Member: $80 reversible jersey for ages 6 and up: $18 (required)

FALL 2 PROGRAMS

INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY Grades 1 through 6

Learn basic photography skills, as well as new techniques, to take better pictures. Kids learn how to mat and frame photos, and create an awesome portfolio. Please bring a digital camera. Tuesdays 3:45 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $50 *K-2 & 5-6 students will be bussed to the OeS.

ULTIMATE SPORTS Grades 1 through 6

Kids have fun and experience teamwork playing a different sport each week, including kickball, soccer, floor hockey, basketball and dodgeball. Wednesdays 3:45 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $50 *K-2 and 5-6 students will be bussed to the OeS.

YMCA DIVA Grades 1 through 6

everything a girl wants - friendship, jewelry making, crafts, makeovers and fashion. Let your diva shine! Thursdays 3:45 to 5:00 pm Full Member/Program Member: $50 *K-2 and 5-6 students will be bussed to the OeS.

BASKETBALL LEAGUE TOURNAMENT

The YMCA Youth Basketball League features a tournament, for ages 6 and up, on Saturday, January 29 and Sunday, January 30. Teams from YMCA of the Brandywine Valley branches that participate in the tournament will play 2 games on Saturday and possibly 2 more games on Sunday. All tournament participants will receive a participation award. There is a separate fee of $120 for teams to participate in the tournament.
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Financial Assistance Available

YMCA OF THE BRANDYWINE VALLEY Octorara Program Center

104 Highland Road, Suite 1 Atglen, PA 19310 www.ymcabwv.org

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Octorara members can upgrade to an Association membership and use all of our branches.

Brandywine YMCA Jennersville YMCA Kennett Area YMCA Octorara YMCA Program Center Twin Valley YMCA West Chester Area YMCA Oscar Lasko Youth Program Center

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EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER

Half-day and full-day programs are for infants to age 5 and provide a hands-on learning experience. Our program encourages social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.

NEW! INFANT & TODDLER CARE

The Ys licensed infant and toddler program meets the need of each child in a safe, nurturing environment. Low child-to-staff ratio ensures that your child receives the individualized care your precious child deserves. Programs are offered 5 days a week, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm

FULL-DAY PROGRAM - Ages 6 weeks to 5 years

Mon through Fri 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Students receive our structured program that prepares them for kindergarten, as well as games, crafts, centers, outside and inside play and more. Our goal is to encourage life-long learning.

Call 610-593-9622 to register. Space is limited.

HALF-DAY PROGRAM - Ages 2 to 5

Age 2: Tues and Thurs 9:00 to 11:30 am Age 3: Tues and Thurs 9:00 to 11:30 am Age 4: Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 to 11:30 am Pre-Kindergarten: Mon through Fri 9:00 to 11:30 am This enrichment program is for children ages 2 to 5. Our certified teachers and nurturing staff set our preschool program standards high and give our preschool enrichment programs a structured academic base. These programs prepare students for kindergarten.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Kindergarten to 6th Grade

Know your kids are safe and happy.

7:00 am to start of school and end of school to 6:00 pm Homework help Group activities Indoor and outdoor play State licensed childcare

Call 610-593-9622 for more details.

Equal Opportunity Care Provider. Equal Opportunity Employer. Ask about our reduced fees for families earning under $80K! For more information on childcare, contact Janet Kabakjian, Childcare Director, 610-593-9622, or jkabakjian@ymcabwv.org.