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“Turnin’ Up the Heat”
GREATER CARBONDALE YMCA
282-2210
Youth Basketball:
Learning the fundamentals of basketball, including passing, dribbling, and shooting. All sessions start
Sat. Nov. 8th. Every child plays in every game.
8 week session:
12 week session:
Ages 3 and 4 9:00am
Grades 1 and 2
10:00am or 12:00pm
Ages 5 and 6 11:00am
Grades 3 and 4
2:00pm (practices Mon. at 7:00pm)
Grades 5 and 6
3:00pm (practices Mon. at 7:45pm)
Harry Potter Magic Classes:
Magical potions, wand making, sorting into houses, spells, games, and much, much more! Cast spells
Wednesdays, starting Nov. 5th from 5:00-5:45pm. Classes run for 4 weeks, grades 3rd-7th.
Dodgeball:
Different dodgeball games including all the kids’ favorites!
Starting Tue. Nov. 11th, Grades 3rd-6th, 4:00-4:30pm, for 6 weeks.
Cardio for Kids:
Sportswalls, scooter races, moonwalks, swimming, and other gym activities.
Starting Tuesday, Nov. 11th, for 6 weeks, Grades 3rd-7th , 4:45-5:30pm
Just Draw:
In each class session we will focus on one type of drawing material, but most importantly we will just
draw! At the end of the session we will display the children’s art work in our lobby for an art show.
Classes start Wednesday Nov. 12th from 4:00-4:30pm for grades 2-6 for 6 weeks.
Just Paint:
We know painting can be messy, but here it’s not a problem. Come dressed in old clothes and just
paint. We will be using different brushes, different surfaces, and painting pictures. At the end of the
session we will display the children’s art work in our lobby for an art show. Classes start Wednesday
Nov. 12th from 6:00-6:30pm for grades 2-6 for 6 weeks.
Swim Lessons:
Mondays for 8 weeks; next session starts Nov. 3rd
Preschool Lessons
5:30 – 6:00 pm
Youth Lessons
5:30 – 6:15 pm
Wednesdays for 8 weeks; next session starts Nov. 5th
Preschool Lessons
5:30 – 6:00 pm
Youth Lessons
5:30 – 6:15 pm
Saturdays for 8 weeks; next session starts Nov. 1st
Parent and Tot (6-18mths)
9:00-9:30am
Parent and Tot (19mth-3yr)
11:00-11:30am
Preschool Lessons
9:30-10:00am
10:00-10:30am
Youth Lessons
9:30-10:15am
10:15-11:00am
*Sign up at anytime for swim lessons*
Swim Spectrum:
Through a special grant from Autism speaks, children, youth, and young adults on the spectrum can
qualify for FREE or reduced swim lessons, Beginning in November 11th, participants can choose either
Tuesdays or Fridays to use the program. Space is limited. Must pre-register with the Aquatics Director.
Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training:
SAQ Training is perfect for developing and enhancing athletic performance and decreasing the risk of
athletic injuries. This training allows athletes to improve playing speed, which includes the ability to
accelerate, decelerate, and dynamically stabilize their entire body during movement in all motion.
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45-4:45pm for 8 weeks starting Nov. 11th for ages 8 and up.
Greater Carbondale YMCA ~ 82. N Main St ~Carbondale, PA 18407 ~ 570-282-2210
www.greatercarbondaleymca.org
**Youth Memberships are available for $9/month (+$20 joiner fee) and financial assistance is available for those
who qualify.**
Superhero Training:
Starting Monday, 17th join us for a 6 week session of teaching the importance of being a superhero,
while developing basic motor skills and complete a mission. Creative superhero attire encourage for
appropriate active play. Ages 3-6 1:00-1:45pm. Parent Participation encouraged.
Parent and Me Playgroup:
Socialization with toddlers and preschoolers along with their parents. Join us on Tuesdays and Fridays
for 4 weeks starting Nov. 18th from 11:45am-1:00pm. Crafts, gym, snacks, and swimming are all
included in our special time.
New Years Eve Eve Lock-In:
Celebrate the New Year a day early with us at the Y! Our annual New Years Eve Eve lock-in has
something for everyone! Obstacle courses, swimming, bounce houses, games, crafts, wii, movies,
and so much more packed into one night at the Y. Tuesday, December 30th beginning at 9:00pm. All
schools are welcome, grades 5th-7th.
Lifeguard Citification Course:
Prerequisite, you must pass the swim test prior to the course.
Dec- Mon. 15th 5-9pm, Wed. 17th 5-9pm, Thurs. 18th 4-9pm, Sat. 20th 10am-6pm
Jan- Mon. 5th 5-9pm, Wed 7th 5-9pm, Thurs. 8th 4-9pm, Sat. 10th 10am-6pm
A SPECTRUM OF FUN – Autism Family Nights:
The Greater Carbondale YMCA is proud to hold fun nights for families with Autistic children, youth, and
young adults. The 2nd Friday of each month, families with older teens and young adults are invited for
swimming, pizza, socialization, and understanding from 6:00-8:00pm and families with younger youth
are invited on the 3rd Friday of each month from 6:00-8:00pm. The suggested donation is $10 per
family.
Upcoming Events:
Christmas Festival, Sat. Nov. 29th from 5-7pm
Teen Leaders Flick and Float, Sat., Dec. 6th from 6-8:30pm
TGIF- Family Dance Party, Nov. 7th from 6-8pm
Youth Christmas Dance, Sat. Dec. 20th from 7:30-10:00pm
Youth Board and Teen Leaders Club:
Calling all kids in 7th-12th grades!
Do you want to be a part of something great in your community?
If you answered yes, we are looking for you at the Y!
Come be a part of our team of youth volunteers and help run fun activities throughout the year. A
variety of community services are sponsored by our clubs and we give back not only to our community
but also to the Y. Teen Leaders Club grades 7th-9th and Youth Board grades 10th-12th.
Birthday Parties!
The weather outside may be getting colder the parties at the YMCA are turning up the heat! Schedule
your child’s next party at the Y…it’s a guaranteed good time. From bounce houses to 300 dodgeball
ultimate dodgeball party, let our party specialists plan the perfect day. Lots party packages available.
Call for more information and potential themes.