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Current Season Most of the programs described below run throughout the year. The categories are listed in the following order: Youth/Child Care, Exercise and Fitness, and Aquatics and Special Programs. For seasonal programs check the end of this page. Seasonal programs will be under Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. For specific information on seasonal programs, call 823-1740.
Youth/Child Care Services Pre-school Playhouse: Three year old class: Academic, social and recreational program that promotes learning and fun through a variety of activities including games, stories, field trips, arts and crafts, etc. Class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am - 11:00 am. Classes are held at Benton Hall Academy. Instructor: Carrie Parese Fees: $20.00/week
Preschool Playhouse: Four year old class: Academic, social and recreational program that promotes learning, fun and kindergarten readiness. Class includes circle time, games, stories, arts and crafts, letters, and numbers. Classes are held at Benton Hall Academy on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 am - 12:30. Instructor: Carries Parese Fees: $40.00/week
Universal Pre-K at Benton Hall Academy: A comprehensive, collaborative, developmentally appropriate early childhood education program and support services designed to strengthen the ability to achieve New York State standards and to provide a balance of educational, playful, interactive interdisciplinary and group activities. AM and PM sessions offered, each meeting 5 days per week throughout the school year. Director: Andrea Toher, Instructor: Deb Grainer. Free of charge must be 4 by Dec.1. To register call Andrea Toher 823-1400 Ext. 1410 or Aimee Burke 866-6570. Wrap around childcare available, please contact Aimee Burke at 866-6570.
Six to Six Program: On site at Remington Elementary School in Ilion and Benton Hall Academy in Little Falls. Provides a safe, nurturing and educationally stimulating childcare program. Designed to develop the necessary skills to insure a strong foundation of social, personal and readiness skills for school. Annual registration fee: $15. Full week: $108/ 1st child, $81/2nd child, $61/3rd child and UPK. (3,4,5 days is considered a full week.) Daily: $24. one-half day: $18
Youth Center: A multi-purpose program for youth in grades 2-12. Supervised gym and swim program. Program operates Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3-5 pm. Swim hours are from 4-4:45 p.m. open to youth in grades 2 and up who are able to swim. Weight room privileges during designated hours for students in grades 9 and up. Students in 7th and 8th grade need orientation and permission. Evening and weekend gym use are available for older students as posted. Programs for Youth Center are free of charge. Contact Lisa Sarto at 823-1740 for more information. Opens Monday, September 20.
Better World Club: Helping youth make a difference. This group engages youth in Middle School and High School in world issues. Two main projects are undertaken by the youths involved in this group: Amnesty International and anysolider.com. At our meetings youth write appeals on behalf of human rights worldwide and also create cards for American soldiers serving overseas. In addition to special events such as Martin Luther King Day of Service at the YMCA, students meet at the Little Falls Middle School and the Little Falls High School at separate times. Alternate Wednesdays @ lunchtime at LFHS, Activity period LFMS.
Child Care, Six to Six, School's Out and Universal Pre-K: For registration and information please contact Aimee Burke at YMCA of the Mohawk Valley, 83 Main St., Mohawk, N.Y. 13407. Telephone: 315-866-6570
Exercise and Fitness Classes NEW Power Hour Exercise Program: This program combines Cardio Bursts with intervals of the newest exercise crazes sweeping the nation. Learn how to do the latest moves and get great AB's, be ready to work and have a great time doing it. Instructor: Dawn Zitoli Pre-registration is required amd minimum of six participants required. Thursdays 5:00 - 6:00 pm Fees: $3/member and $4/non-member CLASS BEGINS THURSDAY JANUARY 26, 2012
Exercise for Fun and Fitness: This aerobics class is designed to help participants gain a great cardiovascular workout. Instructor: Diane Hawks. Monday and Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 pm and Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. Fees: $2/non-member and free to members.
NEW Super Strength Class: Get strong results with this proven weight room style exercise program. This program incorporates the use of dumbbells, benches, and core targeted floor exercises that target arms, shoulders- Guts and Butts! Certified Instructor Dawn Zitoli with over 25 years experience will guide you through the program. Pre-registration is required, a minimum of six participants are required. Tuesdays 5:00-6:00 p.m. Fees: $3/member and $4/non-member CLASS BEGINS TUESDAY JANUARY 31, 2012
Yoga: Designed to help reduce stress and increase a sense of well being. Other benefits include increased flexibility, organic detoxification, and improved balance and concentration. The class involves safe and comfortable positions suitable for all levels. Wednesday morning class is a gentle yoga specially designed for beginners! Instructor: Marchelle Scarano. Monday 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Wednesday gentle yoga 9-10:30 am. All classes are held at the lower level of the Community Co-op. Fee: $54/for 6 week session or $11 per class.
Morning Conditioning @ Mohawk Valley YMCA: Full body workout, including mat work designed for adults and seniors. Instructor: Aimee Burke Fee: $2/class Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9am-10am.
R.O.M. Total Fitness Workout in Just 4 - 8 Minutes!! This unique program provides a total body workout and is designed to enable users to develop lean muscle mass, while at the same time providing a great cardio workout. This program is under the instruction of Jerry Walczak. Instructors will provide orientation and instruction on proper use of the equipment as well as develop a workout plan. Fee: $45/member for 10 weeks- $50/non-member for 10 weeks
Karate: Great activity for the whole family. Instructor Mike Molinaro. Office hours are Monday 5:15-6:30, Tuesday & Thursday 5:15-8 pm. Classes are held at the Community Co-op lower level. For more information call 823-0855
Indoor Heart Cycling: All ages and fitness levels are welcome to discover the fun and cardio benefits of indoor cycling. Indoor cycling can be adapted to any fitness level; you make the workout your own! These classes are ongoing throughout the year. Instructors: Michelle Boylan, Vivian Ierace, Bart Carrig, Leah Martynuik and Dawn Zitoli. Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 7-8 am Saturday 9-10 Leah Martynuik Wednesday & Friday 8:30 am, Saturday 7-8 am Michelle Boylan & Vivian Ierace Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:30 pm Bart Carrig Tuesday 6:15 pm Dawn Zitoli Beginners are encouraged to join. Heart rate monitors may be purchased at the front desk. Fee: $1/member & $2/non-member.
Silver Sneakers: Promoting Health for Older Americans by improving muscle strength, balance and range of movement. This class offers something for everyone and seeks to improve overall strength, flexibility and balance. Tues. & Thurs: 9:00-10:00 a.m. Fee: $1/member & $2/non-member. If insurance company participates, free of charge. Classes offered at The Little Falls Family YMCA and The YMCA of the Mohawk Valley. Little Falls Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Instructor: Beth Cross Mohawk Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Instructor: Aimee Burke
Orientation for Weight Room and Nautilus Equipment: Youth Center offers Nautilus instruction to interested Middle School Youth. For more information or to schedule an apointment please contact the front desk at (315) 823-1740.
Aquatics Instruction and Special Programs Toddler & Pre-School Swim: This program offers water adjustment and socialization time for children ages 6 months and up. The child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Classes meet once a week for a five week session offered throughout the year. Instructor: Lisa Sarto. Fee: Members $45/session & Non-members $55/session. Pre-registration is required. Red Cross Swim Lessons: Five levels of instruction for beginning through advanced swimmers. Classes meet once a week for a five weeks session throughout the year. Instructor: Lisa Sarto Fees: Members $45/session & Non-members $55/session. Pre-registration is required. Water Aerobics: Program offers a variety of stretching and strength training movements into a 30 minute workout utilizing light weights and swim noodles. Instructor: Barb Smith Classes meet: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3:15-4:00 p.m. $1/member & $2/non-member. Class begins September 14, 2010. Splash Parties: Rent the pool for your child's birthday party. Package includes one hour of pool time with a certified lifeguard plus one hour use of refreshment room and gym. Contact the YMCA for scheduling arrangements at 823-1740. Fee: $95.00 which includes a $25.00 returnable security deposit. Payment/contract must be made 2 weeks before scheduled party. 2 hours of Gym/Game Room use only: $65.00 which includes a $25.00 returnable security deposit. Senior Swim: Daily recreation and therapeutic swim for our senior population. Attendees are welcome to make new friends or catch up with old friends while they have a self-guided rehabilitation or fitness swim. Pool is restricted to adults only. Monday through Friday 9:00 -11:00 am. Lap Swim: Restricted to lap swim only. Adults only. Others with permission of executive diretor. Exercise, recreation or training. Mondays & Wednesdays 5:00 -6:00 p.m. Youth Swim: Youth in the Little Falls City School District who are in 2nd grade or older and able to swim can enjoy the pool. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 4-4:45 p.m. Available throughout the school year! FREE OF CHARGE. Family Swim: Bring the whole family for an enjoyable evening of fun. Mon. & Wed. 6-7 p.m. Fri. 5-6 p.m. We ask you to please respect the concept of family swim time which is not designed to accommodate large groups. The pool may be reserved for this purpose. All children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Non-swimming children or children wearing a floatation device must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Please restrict your group to your immediate family members. Fee: $3.00/ Senior, $4.00/ Adult, $2.00/ Youth, $7.50/ Family (2 adults and up to 4 children immediate family only, any additional child $2.00) All swims are free to YMCA members unless
otherwise noted. Day passes and "plunge passes" are
available. Certified lifeguards are on duty during all
sessions.
SEASON SPECIFIC PROGRAMS (Call the YMCA at 823-1740 with program questions and updates) Spring Programs Golf Instruction: Lessons for beginner/intermediate golfers involving all aspects of golf from driving to putting. At completion of the lessons, you will be ready to play golf. Begins February Start Date TBA and runs for 5 weeks on Saturday mornings. 9-10 & 1:15-11:15. Class size limited to 8 people. Fee: $40. Basic
Canoe and Kayak Programs Youth Dates: TBA Adult Dates: TBA All Dates weather permitting. Pre-registration is required and registration is limited to 7 participants for each program date. All registrants must complete and return a Parent Permission/ Equipment use form along with a $5.00 registration fee. To register please contact the Little Falls Family YMCA 15 Jackson Street, Little Falls, 13365 or call (315) 823-1740. Equipment for this program was made possible through the
generous support of the Samuel S. Dale Memorial
Trust.
25th Annual Canal Celebration:
TBA. The Little Falls Canal Celebration is a week long event
that provides community wide programs and events that promote family
participation and awareness of the City's beautiful waterways,
natural resources, historic buildings, attractions, business,
industries and opportunities. Events include canoe and kayak
races, live entertainment, grande parade, ethnic food, adult and
youth fishing derbies, car show, beauth pageant, arts and crafts
show, farmer's market, foot races, bike races historical tours,
lectures, boat tours and cruises, fireworks and much more! For
a brochure or more information call the YMCA at 823-1740 or go to
LittleFallsNY.com Fall Programs Valley Gymnastics: Instruction in both equipment and floor work, designed to help children strive for excellence, at their own pace, in a safe fun and disciplined environment. Seven week sessions offered September through June. $48 Annual Registration / Insurance and $85 / seven week session. $6.00 discount for second child. Instructors: Kevin Perrone and assistants. Start Date: Sept. 14, 2010; 5:00-7:00 pm. SIGN-UPS: September 6, 2011 5-7 pm. Schedule: Tuesdays: 5-6 pm: beginner-ages 4 1/2 and Tuesdays 6-7 pm: intermediate. Session 1-Sept 13, Session 2-November 1, Session 3-December 20, Session 4-February 21, Session 5-April 11. To register by mail visit website at www.valleygymnastics.com. Download registration form and mail it to New Hartford location with check for registration and the 1st session tuition payment. Fall Soccer:
Boys and Girls ages 5 - 12. Skill Drills and Pick Up
Games. Junior Division: Grades K,1,2,3. Senior
Division: Grades 4,5,6. $20.00/ child or
$45.00/family. Sign ups by July 31. Late sign up NO
LATER than July 31. Late sign ups may risk placement on a
team. League begins September. Winter Programs Youth Basketball: Grade 3, 4, 5. Grade 3,4,5 Girls' League plays Saturdays pm. Grade 3,4,5 Boys' League plays Saturdays am. Registration due by November 20, 2011. Play begins early January 2011. Grade 6 Boys' Travel Team, Grade 6 Girls' Travel Team. Fees: $20/ child maximum $40/family. Women's Racquetball League: Open to all levels of players. Games played on Sundays 11-1 pm. Coordinators: Joanne Dickson & Donna Vielkind. Start Date TBA Fee: $1/ member & $2/ non-member Youth Basketball Camp: Winter Recess Monday February 20, Wednesday February 22 and Friday February 24 from 9 am - 11am for boys and girls in grades 3,4,5, & 6. Dribbling, shooting and ball handling. Instructors are Adam Jodaway and Mike Liscio and LFHS varsity league players. Fee: $5 a day for the camp. Pre registration is requested but not required.
LITTLE FALLS FAMILY YMCA 15 JACKSON STREET LITTLE FALLS, NEW YORK 13365 TELEPHONE: 315-823-1740 FAX: 315-823-0440
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