Youth and Family News
Katie Burgess katie-burgess@ymca-kc.org
Kids Night Out
Saturday - July 12, 2008
Come join us Saturday, July 12, 2008, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. as we celebrate a Surf 'n Sun. We will have a summer surf 'n sun with swimming, crafts, games, fun and so much more! Parents can enjoy an evening out knowing their children are being taken care of in a safe environment. Event open to children ages 2-11 years. Cost is $15 for members and $25 for community participants. Sibling discount is available. Deadline to register is 9:00 p.m., Thursday, July 10, 2008.
Summer Day Camp
“I’m bored”…“There’s nothing to do!”
If you’d like to put those words to rest this summer, check out the YMCA Summer Camps offered at 21 locations throughout the city. The YMCA offers Outdoor Camp, Sports Camp, Traditional Camps and Fine Arts Camp. We even have one for those finicky “tweens.” Check with us for more info or read more at Summer Day Camp & Overnight Camps.
Preschool Camps: Fun & learning rolled into one
Bugs, plants, outer space, the zoo, water fun & more
Give your preschooler a terrific summer experience. Kids get a taste of camp in two-week sessions that include field trips, special guests, camp songs and arts and crafts as well as science, math, literacy and even cooking. Six YMCA Early Learning Centers offer preschool camps. Space is limited. For more information, call the Child Care & Education office at 816-931-1347.
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Blue Springs Family YMCA Early Learning Center – 816-220-1305
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Richard C. Green, Sr. Family YMCA Early Learning Center – 816-737-3744
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YMCA Children’s Center Campus Early Learning Center – 816-931-1347
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YMCA Maple Woods Early Learning Center – 816-468-8780
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Burlington YMCA Early Learning Center – 816-221-2767
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Olathe Family YMCA Early Learning Center – 913-390-7802
Challenger's Adaptive Sports Help All Children Score!
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s inclusive programming offers the Challenger program with sports for special-need kids (ages 5-16). Do you know a child with autism, PDD or Aspergers who might enjoy sports activities designed just for them? Please encourage their families to contact the Y to learn about these unique opportunities. Contact Vice President of Adaptive Programs Michelle Ford (816-360-3304 or Michelle-Ford@ymca-kc.org).
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Sports News
Brandon Palmer Brandon-Palmer@ymca-kc.org
Please see the FAQs for Youth Sports.
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Aquatics News
Matt Libby Matt-Libby@ymca-kc.org
Swim Lessons
· Year round group and private lessons
· Parent/Child, Preschool, Youth & Adult lessons available
· Classes are available for all levels & abilities
Swim Club
· Available for kids 5-18 who can swim the pool unassisted
· Swim meets once per month
· Monthly Registration (join at any time)
GuardStart
· Available for youth 12 and up
· Prepares youth for the future completion of a lifeguard course
· Similar to Jr. Lifeguarding
Lifeguard Certification
· Must be 16 or older
· Get trained for a rewarding career
· Learn to save a life
Basic Water Rescue
· Must be 16 or older
· Teaches participants how to protect themselves and other when around water
· Excellent for day care workers, police officers and other public service individuals who work around water.
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Health and Wellness News
- Meltdown: Beginning Thursday June 26 @ 6:00 pm
- Run Club: Beginning Saturday, July 26th at 8:30am – Train together to run the Duck Run on September 21st
- Tumbling: On going program on Tuesdays – 3-5 years old 4:00-4:30, 5 and up 4:35-5:15pm
Paula Flynn Paula-Flynn@ymca-kc.org
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Membership News
Angie Mutti angie-mutti@ymca-kc.og
YMCA Guest Policy
With all of our friends and family in town we wanted to remind you of our guest policies.
- Members over the age of 16 years old may bring one guest per visit.
- Each guest is asked to bring a photo ID and complete a guest pass.
- Guests may visit the YMCA three times per calendar year.
- Guests under the age of 13 should be supervised by guardian that is 16 years of age or older.
- Guests visiting the YMCA are asked to either come in with a member or have a guest pass with them.
