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 Y Connect Newsletter - July, 2015 

 

The Y has a lot to celebrate this month, and we have loads of exciting activities for you and your family to enjoy. Please read on for all the details, & test your patriotic IQ with our 4 th  of July quiz below. Wishing you & your family a great month & a safe & happy Independence Day!

 

Check Out Our New YMCA Website!

The Y is very excited to announce that we have a new website! Check it out at GenevaLakesYMCA.org.  

 

As you'll see, we've refreshed our site design & content to make it more visually appealing, user-friendly & better organized. 

 

You'll now enjoy fast & easy access to the info you need about Y programs, registration & schedules, membership information, events, weather cancellations, Y news & more. 

 

Be sure to add our new Mobile App to your smartphone homescreen so you can have on-the-go access to our Y-site. 

 

For instructions on how to do this, click here.

 

 

 

Kikkoman Foods Supports YMCA  Healthy Air & Water for Healthy Families Initiative

The YMCA is thrilled to be the recipient of a generous $5,000 grant from the Kikkoman Foods Foundation to support our YMCA  Healthy Air & Water for Healthy Families initiative!  

 

As you may remember, the Y installed UV in our warm-water activity pool earlier this year, as part of that initiative. 

 

The Y is the only pool in our area to offer UV, which is the best technology & healthiest choice for pool disinfection. 

 

It is our goal to raise enough funds to install a UV system in our lap pool later this year.  This requires a significant investment, & we are blessed to have the support of individuals, companies & foundations like Kikkoman's to help us bring this important, health-enhancing project to fruition.  

 

If you or your company would like to donate to the YMCA Healthy Air & Water for Healthy Families campaign, please contact Mike Kramp at 262-248-6245 or mike.kramp@glymca.com.

New Faces & Promotions at the Y

Congrats to Mike Coolidge!

Please join us in congratulating Mike on his promotion to the new position of YMCA Membership Operations Director. Mike assumed his new role on June 22. As you may know, Mike has served as the Y Sports Director for the past 14 years. He is a lifelong resident of Lake Geneva, has built many significant relationships with area businesses & residents, & has a passion for the YMCA mission & youth development through sports. Mike will lead all aspects of our members services department & will continue to oversee sports programming. 

 

Welcome, Jessica Hart!

We are excited to announce Jessica as our new Financial Development Administrator. She will start July 6. You may recognize Jessica, as she is currently our one of our summer camp coordinators, & has also worked in the Y Tot Spot. She has a degree in Communications and ample experience in HR, recruiting, sales, finance & customer service. Jessica's experience, coupled with her passion for the Y, makes her the ideal person for this new position. Please congratulate Jess & warmly welcome her to the Y!

Two "Must-Attend" Events This Month!
Workout of the Weekend & Youth Football Camp!

Mark your calendars & plan to attend these two awesome YMCA events planned by our college interns, Hannah Johnson & Ryan Givens. 

  

 
Workout of the Weekend - FREE! 

When: Saturday, July 25th - 8 am - Sign up by July 22!

Where:  Veteran's Park - Lake Geneva

What:  Team up with a partner in this FREE community fitness event & participate in five rounds of fun, high-energy circuit workouts that include relays, balloon tosses, planks, sprints & much more. This is a competitive event for ages 14 & up. Prizes will be given to participants and top finishers. Maximum of 30 participants.

 

YMCA Youth Football Academy   

When:  Saturday, July 18 OR July 25 - 3-5 pm - Sign Up Now!

Where:  Veteran's Park - Lake Geneva 

Cost:  $25/person

What:  Join Ryan Givens, 2x College National Championship winning running back & cornerback for the UW-Whitewater Warhawks, at an action-packed, one day youth football camp!

Participants will learn position drills; 7on7 pass plays for skill positions; 1on1 pass rush drills for offensive & defensive linemen; & enjoy an action-packed game called Battleball! Register in advance at the Y. Same day registrations will be accepted at Vet's Park starting at 2 pm by the helicopter.


 

Register Now for July & August Programs
Fall Flag Football & Soccer Registration Now Open!
It's Not Too Late! You can still sign up for July & August Swim Lessons, Day Camp, Tennis, Fitness Classes & more.  Summer classes run through Aug. 31.  BROWSE ALL SUMMER PROGRAMS.

Plus, REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR FALL FLAG FOOTBALL & SOCCER. Get a registration form here & sign-up at the Y. 

Register for summer classes at the Y, online or call 262-248-6211.


July Program Reminders
FITNESS...

 

Register for Summer Fitness Classes
Summer classes are underway through Aug. 31 & are free for members. Download the updated  summer schedule, & register online or at the Y today.

Join Us at Yoga in the Park!
Enjoy outdoor yoga practice under the pavilion in Seminary Park on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8 a.m. Register at the Y. Bring a blanket & yoga mat. Class will be held at the Y if raining. Class is free for members. See program guide for non-member fees, or pay $9/class on a drop-in basis.

Register by July 22 for the FREE Workout of the Weekend Event 

Join us at the Y for this exciting workout event for ages 14+!  Learn more.


Explore Personal Training at the Y
The Y offers affordable 1-on-1 training, partner training & private group training.   Learn more.
SPORTS...

YMCA Youth Football Camp - July 18 & 25
For boys & girls going into 3rd-8th grade. Learn more & register now.  

Youth Tennis Lessons:  Ages 4-8th Grade. Register now for Session II - July 21-Aug. 15. Choose from 1 or 2 days/week. Lessons are held at Badger High School. Get more info & a registration form here.

Fall Soccer & Flag Football:  Register now at the YMCA. Download info & forms here.

AQUATICS & WATER FITNESS

Sign Up Now for July & August Swim Lessons!  

Classes fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged. Group, private and semi-private lessons are available.  Learn more.

 

Explore Our Summer Water Fitness Classes!

Stay cool & fit this summer with an exciting water fitness class! We offer classes for all fitness levels, including Aqua Bootcamp, Aqua Yoga, H20 Cardio, Aqua Fit, Aqua Blast & more.  See the bottom section of our fitness schedule for class days/times.

CAMP & YOUTH/FAMILY...

 

Join in the Fun at Family Yoga! 
Held Mondays, 10:30-11:30 am at the Y. Free for Y Members! For ages 3+. This interactive class incorporates partner poses for kids, teens, parents & grandparents to do together.  No yoga experience required.  Register at the Y.

Celebrate Your Summer Birthday at the Y!
The Y party fun down to an art! Learn more

Register Now for July & August Summer Day Camps.   Learn More

Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
Join our Y team!  The Y is now hiring for several positions. See our new  employment page or volunteer page for full details.  

Current job openings include:

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Thank you!