1. sports
2. swimming

FRESH START
FOR ALL
It’s a season to welcome change.
Fall II Program Guide
Nov. 2 – Dec. 20, 2014
RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA
357 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
732.442.3632 www.rbaymca.org
MEMBER SERVICES
HOURS OF OPERATION:
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
7:30AM
*4:00PM
5:30AM
9:45PM
5:30AM
9:45PM
5:30AM
9:45PM
5:30AM
9:45PM
5:30AM
9:45PM
7:30AM
*4:00PM
* New seasonal hours, The Y will CLOSE at 4pm starting November 1st, 2014.
POOL HOURS:
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
9:00AM
4:00PM
6:00AM
9:00PM
6:00AM
9:00PM
6:00AM
9:00PM
6:00AM
9:00PM
6:00AM
9:00PM
9:00AM
4:00PM
Limited Recreational Pool use due to Swim Lessons Limited Competitive Pool use due to Masters/
on: Monday thru Thursday from 5-6:50pm
Triathlete Club Practice: Sunday from 9-10:30am
Saturday from 9-11am
Saturday from 9-11am
CHILD WATCH:
Child Watch is a service provided to our facility Members. Our caring team provides age appropriate
activities, arts & crafts, storytelling, and physical games in a safe and fun environment, while the
parent/guardian workout at the Y. Child Watch is for children ages 3mths-11 years of age. MEMBER
FEE: $1.00 per child. PLEASE NOTE:
minute per child.
If your child has been present for longer than 2 hours you will be charged $1.00 per
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
9:00AM
12:30PM
9:00AM
12:00PM
9:00AM
12:00PM
9:00AM
12:00PM
9:00AM
12:00PM
9:00AM
12:00PM
9:00AM
12:30PM
4:30PM
8:30PM
4:30PM
8:30PM
4:30PM
8:30PM
4:30PM
8:30PM
4:30PM
7:30PM
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
November 26th
November 27th
December 24th
December 25th
December 31st
January 1st
5:45am - 3:00pm
CLOSED
5:45am - 1:00pm
CLOSED
5:45am - 1:00pm
CLOSED
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Day
CHILDCARE PROGRAMS
“AFTER THE BELL” Child Care Program
The Y’s “AFTER THE BELL” Child Care Program will ensure a safe atmosphere for youth in preschool and
elementary school by providing opportunities that will help students grow, learn and thrive. The Y makes sure
the time gap after school is filled creatively and constructively.
The program includes:
 Homework Assistance
 Nutritious Snack
 Sports
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Physical Activity
Group Discussions/Workshops
And more…
Y Preschool After School Program
Financial Assistance &
Sibling Savings Available 3rd
Party Subsidy Accepted!
Ages 3-5
We are a state-licensed program staffed by Certified teachers with a stimulating environment for the mental,
emotional and physical development of 3, 4 and 5 year old preschool children. The program provides services to
3 Preschools.
Y School Age After School Program
Ages 5-10
The Y provides licensed services in all 5 Elementary Schools. During our fun-filled day participants enjoy a
nutritious snack along with homework assistance and energetic activities.
NEW!!! Y Middle School After School Program
Ages 10-13
Give your child something fun and constructive to do each day at the Y! The Middle School Program provides a
safe environment to be with friends while participating in organized fun activities and Y Clubs,
Holiday Care
Ages 3-13
Take advantage of Holiday Care on some holidays and while school is on break! Children will enjoy structured
activities including crafts, games, sports and swimming at the Y. For dates included please visit our website,
www.rbaymca.org. Your child will enjoy a day of fun-filled activities, such as arts & crafts, sports, movies,
organized indoor and outdoor games. Parent must provide their child(ren) with a bagged lunch, the Y provides a
PM nutritious snack.
Preschool & School Age Hours 7:30am until 6:00pm
MUST Pre-Register!
Non-Member Fee: $25 per day
When you register for After Care you become a member of the Y and
Holiday Care is included for ONE LOW PRICE of $240 a month!
MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM
DON’T BE
BORED
REGISTER TODAY!
FALL II PROGRAMS
BABY BALLET
Ages 18mth-4
If your baby, toddler or child has the bug for ballet and
wants to learn to dance, come and join the fun at baby
ballet, preschool dance class.
Saturday
1:00pm
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
Y'S BEFORE SCHOOL PROGRAM Ages 3-9
We provide safe and quality care to children in the Perth
Amboy community. Our morning program establishes an
environment where children begin their school day in a
positive way. Parents bring their children to the Y's
before school program beginning at 7:00am.
Member Fee: $130 per month
Non-Member Fee: $140 per month
SPORTS BUGS
Ages 3-5
An introduction to Sports Movement. The purpose of
Sports Bugs is to help build your child’s motor skills, hand
eye coordination by playing various sports and fitness
activities that will help them become more physically
coordinated while introducing them to the sports
movement and sports culture. Sports include Tee ball,
Soccer, Basketball and other age appropriate sports.
Games will be modified to suit child’s age as well as
athletic and physical ability.
Thursday
3:15pm (Class is held at the
Early Learning Center, 280 Maple Street in Perth Amboy)
Saturday
10:00am
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
LITTLE SLUGGERS T-BALL
Ages 3-5
Designed to introduce children to T-Ball. Little Sluggers
teaches the basic skills using age-appropriate games and
activities. Parents are encouraged to participate with
their child. Volunteer coaches are needed. The
participants meet for one hour each week.
Saturday
9:00am
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
BEGINNER MARTIAL ARTS
Ages 5-7
This class focuses on building a strong foundation of
developing a strong mind, body and spirit along with the
basic fundamentals of martial arts through a modernized
Tang Soo Do approach. Discipline and respect is
emphasized every class. (Uniform required)
Monday & Friday
6:00pm
Member Fee: $45
Non-Member Fee: $55
YOUTH BALLET
Ages 5-7
This program introduces participants to basic ballet
technique alignment, physical development and stretching
and strengthening.
Saturday
12:00pm
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
GYMNASTICS
Ages 5-12
A fun class to develop the foundations of gymnastics such
as jumping, tumbling, and balancing. Our gymnastics
program aims to increase children's confidence and
self-esteem."
Saturday
9:00am
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
KIDS FIT
Ages 5-13
This instructor led class will introduce youth participants to
basic fitness moves which will keep them healthy and
develop a lifelong LOVE of exercise!
Tuesday
6:30pm
Member Fee: FREE!
Non-Member Fee: $10 per class
BORN TO MOVE
Ages 6-7
This class introduces fundamental movement skills using
fun rather than formal exercise routines. Children of this
age are primarily visual learners and emphasis is on easy to
copy moves. The content it co-created with young
people and the music is drawn from their world.
Thursday
6:00-6:45pm
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Ages 6-12
Our Development Basketball Program helps children ages 6
to 12 year olds increase their skills in a teamwork
environment where each child gets to play games in a safe,
exciting and fun atmosphere. We encourage fair play,
positive competition.
Saturday
9:00am
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
SOCCER ACADEMY
Ages 6-12
Soccer Academy has been developed for players wanting to
take the next steps towards our Soccer Club Team. This
academy is designed to give players more hands on
training.
Sunday
9:00am
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
ADVANCED MARTIAL ARTS
Ages 11+
Advanced Martial Arts incorporates strength training,
cardio, self-defense, and the usage of the Bo staff.
Students are now more knowledgeable in the style of Tang
Soo Do and are challenged every class to be the best they
can be! (Uniform required)
Monday and Friday
7:30pm
Member Fee: $45
Non-Member Fee:$55
BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER
Free Family Movie Nights at the Y! Light refreshments will be served.
WHEN:
Nov. 19th
Dec. 10th
5:00pm (hosted by The Y)
5:00pm (hosted by the JRF)
Holiday Movie Night
Dec. 18th
6:00pm (hosted by The Y)
WHERE: The Y, 357 New Brunswick Avenue, Perth Amboy
FALL II PROGRAMS
INTERMEDIATE MARTIAL ARTS Ages 8-10
Building upon the Y’s mission and Tang Soo Do style of
martial arts, this class is to further assist those students
in pursuit of the next level up and even a black belt but
have not yet reached the advanced level. (Uniform
required)
Monday and Friday
6:45pm
Member Fee: $45
Non-Member Fee: $55
BORN TO MOVE
Ages 8-12
Teachers show participants how to do moves from dance,
martial arts and yoga. It includes great music and games
to keep things interesting while developing fitness skills.
The teachers will adapt their approach to match
participant mood and energy levels so everyone leaves
class feeling great!
Wednesday
6:00-6:45pm
Member Fee: $40
Non-Member Fee: $50
FAMILIES FIT TOGETHER PROGRAM Ages 10-14
The Families Fit Together Program provides counseling
services and groups for Middle School youth and their
families. The group sessions follow the Strengthening
Families Program model to offer support for families. Our
goal is to assist our youth and parents with a
comprehensive support network and skills. As we strive
to help promote positive behavior and develop positive
leaders. For more information and to participate please
contact us at 732.442.3632 ext. 6508 or
732.395.3034.
EVENTS
Family Fun Night
November 12th
6:00pm
Join us for an evening filled with fun family themed activities,
crafts or movie. Please register at the front desk.
Family Gingerbread
December 3rd
6:00 - 8:00pm
Create some family fun for the whole family. Join us for
some yummy fun and make your very own Gingerbread house
for the Holidays. Limited number of houses so register early!
One house per registration.
Fee:
$5.00 per family
Helping with the Holidays
December 6th
10:00am - 2:00pm
A day you can leave your child(ren) at the Y for some
shopping fun! Your child will be entertained by a variety of
activities. All you have to do is drop off your child with a
healthy bagged lunch, bathing suit and towel. Members and
After School Participants ONLY!
Fee:
$5.00 per child
Jingle Splash
December 20th
Join us for a day of Holiday CHEER, breakfast with Santa and
Jingle Splash!
Breakfast 10:00-11:00am Jingle Splash 11:00am-1:00pm
LEADERS CLUB
Ages 13-18
You can meet many of tomorrow’s leaders today in our
leadership incubation program that gives teens the
opportunity to improve their leadership and social skills,
while giving back to the community. Teens meet on a
weekly basis in small groups to develop and implement
projects aimed at providing valuable service to their local
community.
Thursday
4:30-5:15pm
Member Fee: FREE!
Non-Member Fee: FREE!
TEEN CENTER
Ages 13-18
You can meet many of tomorrow’s leaders today in our
leadership incubation program that gives teens the
opportunity to improve their leadership and social skills,
while giving back to the community. Teens meet on a
weekly basis in small groups to develop and implement
projects aimed at providing valuable service to their local
community. MUST be a resident of Perth Amboy!
Teen Center STARTS December 13th.
Saturday
7:00-10:30pm
Member Fee: FREE!
Non-Member Fee: FREE!
KICKBOXING
Ages 16+
Get FIGHTING fit!! Kickboxing classes are a combination
of martial arts techniques and circuit training that will
strengthen and tone every muscle in your body. This is a
great way to burn fat and have fun.
Tuesday & Thursday
7:30PM
Member Fee: $50
Non-Member Fee: $60
CROSS FITNESS TRAINING
Ages 16+
Cross Fitness Training is a challenging yet rewarding
program structured around 10 components of fitness:
strength, stamina, endurance, accuracy, power, agility,
balance, speed, coordination and flexibility. All workouts
can be modified for all fitness levels. The program is
distinctive in its focus on maximizing neuroendocrine
response, developing power, cross-training with multiple
training modalities, and constant training and practice
with functional movements. SPACE IS LIMITED TO 10
PARTICIPANTS!
Monday & Wednesday 10:15am
Member Fee: $85
Non-Member Fee: $100
FALL II PROGRAMS
OPEN SPORTS SESSIONS
Ages 16+
At the Y, sports and recreational activities are something
special. Friendly competition (even with yourself), lots of
variety and a supportive environment mean team sports
and recreation is fun again, and it makes for a healthier
lifestyle and a good story or two. Whether you miss
“suiting up” or are new to team sports, the Y’s sports
leagues provide a perfect opportunity to be active, social
and reconnect or start fresh with a sport you love. We
offer “open” recreational time in the gymnasium to all
members and guests ages 16 and over. It is a great time
to meet new members and improve your skills in a
particular sport.
VOLLEYBALL
Thursday
Member Fee: FREE!
8:00pm (Gymnasium)
Non-Member Fee: $15
DODGEBALL
Thursday
Member Fee: FREE!
8:00pm (Athletic Training Center)
Non-Member Fee: $15
SOCCER
Wednesday
Member Fee: FREE!
8:00pm (Gymnasium)
Non-Member Fee: $15
BASKETBALL
Monday
Member Fee: FREE!
6:00pm-Close
Non-Member Fee: $15
GRIT SERIES
Ages 16+
Get results by working in 3 to 5-minute blocks with breaks
only long enough to gulp some air and get right back to
work. It’s called Max Interval Training, because it keeps
your body working at maximum capacity through your
entire workout. INSANITY will make sure you keep pushing
your limits!
Monday & Wednesday 7:00pm
Tuesday & Thursday
6:00am
Member Fee: $85
Non-Member Fee: $100
RUNNING CLUB
Ages 18+
Join the Y’s Running Club! Running clubs provide a great
social network of people who are supportive of your
fitness goals. The running club at the Y offers a variety of
activities such as beginning running programs, regular
group training runs, organized racing events, and more!
Group training runs will be once a week, additional
activities will be added seasonally.
Saturday
9:00am
Member Annual Fee: $20 Non-Member Annual Fee: $40
REIKI LEVEL ONE TRAINING CLASS
Ages 18+
Are you stressed and looking for a way to help yourself
feel better? Learn a simple, safe and effective healing
practice for self-care and to help others. To register or for
more information: Sharon Yeskel 732-442-3700 ext.
5861 or [email protected]
Sunday December 7th 9am-5:30pm
Fee: $185
SILVERSNEAKERS®
Active Adults
Muscular Strength & Range of Movement
Have fun and move to the music through a variety of
exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of
movement, and activities for daily living skills. Hand-held
weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered
for resistance; and a chair is used for seated and/or
standing support.
Tuesday & Thursday
11:20am
Member Fee: Included with your membership!
PERSONAL TRAINING
Ages 16+
Personal Training is one of our exciting resources at the
YMCA for fitness results, education, motivation and
inspiration. This gives you the opportunity to receive the
guidance you need to get the results you want - and the
opportunity to develop some resourceful fitness
relationships at the YMCA. See a YMCA Wellness Staff,
Welcome Center Staff, or Jackie (Health and Wellness
Director) for details. 732.442.3632 x6511 or
[email protected].
PERSONAL TRAINING STARTER PACKAGE
The personal training starter package is ideal for health
seekers to get started on their personal fitness goals. This
package offers 1 health assessment and 2 personal
training workout sessions. This is a one-time only
purchase.
Member Fee: $89
Non-Member Fee: $99
PRIVATE SPORTS TRAINING
Private lessons open for any age with an emphasis on
developing and improving any and all facets of the game.
Lesson include: Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Football &
Basketball.
4-Lessons 8-Lessons 12-Lessons
Member Fee:
$160
$296
$420
Non-Member Fee: $204
$376
$504
AQUATIC PROGRAMS
Swim Lesson participants MUST be in proper swim attire:
Males MUST use swim trunks or jammer above the knee. Females should use a modest one piece bathing suit, which must
fit securely. Infants Must use a bathing suit with a swim diaper underneath. Rash guards are optional for extra
warmth. Swim caps and goggles are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for all swimmers. Cotton shirts and garments are Not
Permitted! Following these recommendations will enhance your “Learn to Swim Experience.” If you are not certain which
class your child would qualify for, please contact a member of our Aquatics Department at 732-442-3632 x6516 or at
[email protected]
Monday & Wednesday / Tuesday & Thursday: Member Fee: $105
Saturday: Member Fee: $70
Non-Member Fee: $90
PARENT/CHILD
Ages 6mths-3yrs
This class introduces water in a fun way to infants, toddlers
and their parents.
Children learn basic arm and leg
movements while singing songs and playing games. Parents
will accompany their child, ages 6 months-3 years, in the
pool to acquaint them with the water environment. An
instructor provides guidance in how to help your child
develop coordination, motor skills, balance and social skills in
the water. A swim diaper is required if your child is not toilet
trained.
Saturday
9:15am or 10:00am
PIKE
Ages 3-5
This class is designed for the beginner who has little to no
water experience. The emphasis is on basic swimming skills,
safe pool behavior, and acclimation to the water,
development of independent movement in the water,
independent submersions, treading water, front and back
crawl, and pool safety.
Monday & Wednesday
5:00pm or 5:45pm
Tuesday & Thursday
4:30pm
Saturday
9:15am
EEL
Ages 3-5
To join this level, swimmers must successfully complete Pike
or have the skills required to pass the previous class.
Swimmers will learn techniques to swim 15yds of front crawl
and back crawl, elementary backstroke, and survival
swimming.
Tuesday & Thursday
5:15pm
Saturday
10:45am
Non-Member Fee: $125
*GUPPY
Ages 6-12
To join this level, swimmers must successfully complete Polliwog
have the skills required to pass the previous class. Swimmers are
introduced to elementary backstroke and trained to swim 15yds with
the proper breast stroke and dolphin kick. Endurance will be built in
order to swim 50yds of back crawl and front crawl using rotary
breathing.
Monday & Wednesday
5:45pm or 6:30pm
Tuesday & Thursday
5:15pm
Saturday
10:00am
*MINNOW
Ages 6-12
To join this level, swimmers must successfully complete Guppy or
recommended through a scheduled evaluation taken by one of
RBAY’s aquatic instructors. Students will refine front and back crawl
with rotary breathing, elementary backstroke. Swimmers will be able
to swim 25yds of breast stroke and 15yds of butterfly with open
turns.
Tuesday & Thursday
6:45pm
Saturday
10:00am or 10:45am
*FISH
Ages 7-13
To join this level, swimmers must successfully complete Minnow or
recommended through a scheduled evaluation taken by one of
RBAY’s aquatic instructors. In this level, swimmers will be introduced
to side stroke. Each student will build endurance to swim 50ys of
freestyle, backstroke, breast stroke, and 25yds of butterfly. In this
level, swimmers will be introduced to flip turns and open turns.
Monday & Wednesday
6:30pm
Saturday
11:30am
RAY
Ages: 3-5
To join this level, swimmers must successfully complete Eel
have the skills required to pass the previous class. Swimmers
will develop skills to swim 25yds of front and back crawl,
elementary backstroke, rotary breathing, rescue skills, and
build endurance to tread water.
Tuesday & Thursday
6:00pm
Saturday
11:30am
POLLIWOG
Ages 6-12
This class is designed for beginner swimmers. Emphasis is
placed on water orientation, basic swimming, treading water,
personal safety, survival floating and confidence building. In
this level, swimmers will be introduced to the basic
techniques to be able to swim 25yds front and back crawl.
Monday & Wednesday
5:00pm
Tuesday & Thursday
4:30pm or 6:00pm
Saturday
9:15am
*With completion of this level, swimmers will have the opportunity to
try-out for the RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA’s Tsunami Swim Team.
AQUATIC PROGRAMS
Swim Lesson participants MUST be in proper swim attire:
Males MUST use swim trunks or jammer above the knee. Females should use a modest one piece bathing suit, which must
fit securely. Infants Must use a bathing suit with a swim diaper underneath. Rash guards are optional for extra
warmth. Swim caps and goggles are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for all swimmers. Cotton shirts and garments are Not
Permitted! Following these recommendations will enhance your “Learn to Swim Experience.” If you are not certain which
class your child would qualify for, please contact a member of our Aquatics Department at 732-442-3632 x6516 or at
[email protected]
Monday & Wednesday / Tuesday & Thursday: Member Fee: $105
Saturday: Member Fee: $70
Non-Member Fee: $90
ADAPTIVE PRIVATE LESSONS
All Ages
The Y offers adaptive lessons modified for individuals with
special needs. Program curriculum will include water entry and
exit, water submersion, floating, swimming to the edge of the
pool, and swim-float-swim technique. With a recommendation
from the instructor, swimmers will have the opportunity to
try-out for RBAY’s Tsunami Swim Team. (Need proof of
diagnosis to sign up)
4 Lessons 8 Lessons 12 Lessons
Member Fee:
$80
$160
$260
Non-Member Fee: $120
$200
$300
ADULT BEGINNER 1
Ages 15+
This class is for non-swimmers looking to develop basic skills
such as front and back float, treading water, front and back
crawl, and water safety.
Tuesday & Thursday
6:45pm
Saturday
10:45am
USA MASTERS & TRIATHLON SWIMMING CLUB
Reserved for USA Masters & Triathlon Swimming Members.
Interested participants should call 732.442.3632 x6515 to
speak
with
our
aquatics
personnel
or
email
[email protected].
Monday & Wednesday
7:30pm-9:00pm
Friday
6:00am-7:30am
Sunday
9:00am-10:30am
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are beneficial in meeting the specific needs of
the beginner, intermediate, and advanced swimmer. Lessons are
arranged and scheduled based on instructor and swimmer’s
availability. The duration of each lesson is 30 minutes. If Semi
private lessons are to be arranged, please contact the Aquatics
Department via phone at 732-442-3632 ext. 6516 or email at
[email protected].
4 Lessons 8 Lessons 12 Lessons
Member Fee:
$120
$225
$310
Non-Member Fee: $160
$300
$420
Non-Member Fee: $125
NEW JERSEY HAMMERHEADS
The Y and the NJ Special Olympic Local Chapter host a
competitive swim team. The swim team meets for practice
every Tuesday from 7 to 9 pm. If you are interested please
contact
the
Aquatic
Department
or
email,
[email protected].
Friday
7:00pm-8:15pm
THE Y’S TSUNAMI SWIM TEAM
Ages: 6-17
This program is aimed towards swimmers who are interested in
swimming at a competitive level to build strength and
endurance with each stroke. Tryouts are required in order to
participate. If more skills are needed to enhance each stroke,
please refer to the swim lessons list to develop the skills
needed to join. For more information, please contact the
Aquatics Department via phone at 732-442-3632 ext. 6515 or
email at [email protected].
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
6:00pm
Sunday
1:00pm
Member & Non-Member Fee: $435 + $40 Equipment Fee
SUNDAY SWIM CLUB
This program offers students with special needs and their
family an opportunity to participate in recreational swim. This
club has the ability to build our participants self-esteem, their
confidence, their social skills, and overall quality of life. If
interested, please contact the Aquatics Department in advance
via phone at 732-442-3632 ext. 6516 or email at
[email protected].