Our April YMCA newsletter will keep you in the loop on all the Y happenings this spring!  
April is National Volunteer Month. 
As an organization championed by volunteers for more than 130 years, volunteerism & giving back is at the heart of everything we do at the Y. This month we'd like to encourage you to  find a way to lend your time and talents to a cause that's important to you. Our community offers ample volunteer opportunities, and we have several at the Y. Together, we can strengthen our community! 
Please read on to be in the loop on all YMCA news & program info this month.


Adult Locker Room Closings
The floors will be resurfaced in both the Men's & Women's Locker Rooms in April.  Please retrieve anything from the locker room that you may need prior to the dates below, there will be no access to the adult locker rooms during closing dates.   You may use the youth locker rooms during the closures.  Sorry for any inconvenience during this time!

Men's Locker Room:  Closed April 9 - 17
Women's Locker Room:  April 16-24


 
Psst! Get a sneak peek of our summer program guide below, & check out the special YMCA Members Rewards offer from the Next Door Pub at the bottom of this email!
 
 

JOIN US AT 
YMCA HEALTHY KIDS DAY
A FREE Community Event  |  Saturday, April 30

TIME:  9:00-11:00 am
11:00-Noon: Try out our new Wibit Aqua Track In The Pool!
Our new inflatable aqua obstacle course for ages 8+ who pass a swim test.

Mark your calendars & join us at the Y for a fun-filled afternoon 
of active play, swimming, sports, crafts, & educational opportunities.

NEW THIS YEAR...
Outdoor activities, including a

5K Run/Walk * & FREE Family 2-Mile Relay
Register Now!
*Fee applies for the 5K -- see form for details. 
Register by April 18 if you want a T-shirt.

See our website for details.
YMCA Receives Grants for New Handicap Pool Lift Chairs

A big thank you to the Lake Geneva Lions Club, the Lake Geneva Jaycees & The Geneva National Foundation  for their generous donations in support of our project to  install two new pool lift chairs in our YMCA Aquatics Center for our lap & activity pools.

These new lifts will help the Y better serve individuals with physical limitations, & enable us to enhance our adaptive aquatic program offerings. 

Now Offering Full Week & 2-Days/Week Camp Options
For ages 4-12. Register at the Y.  Questions? Contact Stephanie Leach 
at 262-248-6211 or  stephanie@glymca.com




Want to Try a Triathlon or 
Kick-Start Your Training Season? Here's a Great Opportunity!


Sign up at the Y or 
call 262-248-6211.


Shop & Support The Y!

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Program Updates & Reminders
Register Now For YMCA Spring II Programs!
Spring II Classes Start April 18 - June 5

View our Spring PROGRAM GUIDE for a listing of all spring classes. 
Register online, at the Y, or call 262-248-6211.
Click for a 
Sneak Peek
YMCA Summer Program Registration Starts April 11.

The Y Summer Program Guide will hit homes the week of April 11. Watch your mailbox, or pick up a copy at the Y. 

Member registration starts April 11. Community registration begins May 9.



Sports

Time's Running Out! Register for Youth Baseball, Softball & T-ball! 
The final date to sign up for baseball & softball leagues is May 1. T-ball deadline is May 20, & Dream Team is May 15.  Learn More
 
Sign Up Now For Adult Summer Sports!
Offerings include Co-ed Softball (NEW!), Men's Softball & Co-ed Kickball. Register your softball teams by April 23; kickball teams by May 20. Visit the Adult Sports page for details, registration forms & league rules.
Aquatics & Community Trainings

Next Lifeguard Certification Course Starts April 27 
Must be at least 15 years old. Includes the lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid & AED training you need to become certified. See other upcoming course dates & get details HERE.

New! Pre-Competitive Swimming Starts April 5
Swimmers ages 6-12 can learn the basics of competitive swimming, refine their swim stroke, & build endurance. A great way to prepare your child to join GYST this Spring or Summer! Program is led by our GYST assistant coach Amber Johnson.  Learn more.
 
Spring GYST Level Placement Night - April 20 at 5 pm
Join our awesome team! GYST coaches will be available to meet parents & swimmers, answer questions, & assess swimmers' skills for placement in the appropriate level for the upcoming Spring season (April 25-June 10). Cost: Free! Contact Coach Lindsey at 262-248-6211 with questions. Learn more.

Adult Lessons/Stroke Clinic Starts May 2
Dates: May 2, 9, 16 & 23  |  Time:  6:30-7:15 am
Join in a 4-week clinic designed to improve your technique & endurance. Great for triathletes & lap swimmers. Must be able to swim at least 2 lengths of front crawl continuously. A minimum of 4 participants is required for clinic to run. Cost: $25 members  |  $40 community participants.  Sign up at the Y.

NEW: Private Coaching For Triathletes
For ages 18+. Designed for new or experienced triathletes. Get 1-on-1 professional coaching from our GYST coaches. Improve your confidence, strokes & endurance. Sign up at the front desk or call 262-248-6211.
Youth, Family & Camp

Sign up Now For School Day Out Camps
For kids in grades 4K-5. Upcoming dates: April 14 (early release day), & May 12 (early release day).  Get camp details & registration form

Summer Camp Registration Now Open
Offering kids ages 4-12 the Best Summer Ever, plus a Leader's In Training Program for kids ages 13-15! Get details & registration materials HERE.

Spring II Creative Programs, Tumbling & More
From art classes to tumbling & cooking to karate, the Y has a great line-up of classes to keep your kids active & learning this spring. Classes fill quickly & start April 18!   Learn more.
Fitness

Put A Spring In Your Step! Attend A YMCA Group Fitness Class!
Classes are FREE for Y members! No need to register. Show up & get a great workout.  Get the Schedule Here.

"Free To Be Me" Restorative Yoga Workshop - April 15
Treat yourself to an uplifting, stress-releasing evening from 6-7:30 pm. Bring a mat, pillow & blanket. $8 in advance | $10 walk-in.

Strengthen & Succeed In A Spring TRX Class 




Camp Counselors  |  Climbing Wall Attendants  |  Birthday Party Leaders  |  Tennis Leaders & More!

Y MEMBERS, ENJOY $2 OFF ANY 16" PIZZA
(DINE-IN OR CARRY-OUT)
 
Simply Show Your Y Membership Card
When Ordering to Redeem This Offer.
Offer Good April 1 - 30, 2016.
 
The Next Door Pub and Pizzeria -  Serving Lake Geneva & its guests for over 40 years!  Voted Walworth County's Best for 5 years running! 
 
Is Your Business Interested in Participating in our YMCA Membership 
Rewards Programs? Contact Mike Kramp at the Y at 262-248-6211.  

Together, We Can Strengthen Our Community

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The YMCA is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the community 
through programs and services that focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living & Social Responsibility. We use your tax-deductible donations to fund & further develop our community outreach & financial assistance programs.    Learn more. 
Thank you for your support!

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Geneva Lakes Family YMCA  
203 S. Wells St.  |  Lake Geneva, WI 53147
262-248-6211  |   GenevaLakesYMCA.org

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