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Y Connect Newsletter - March, 2015
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Even with snow on the ground, the thought of spring break, Easter & warmer weather being right around the corner is very motivating!
The YMCA is here to support you & strengthen your spirit, mind and body. As you prepare for spring & the new beginnings it brings, check out these resources & read on to be in the loop on all the Y happenings in March.
- Have a Safe Spring Break! Download the Red Cross First Aid App (you never know when you might need quick first aid info!)
- Prepare Your Heart & Mind for Easter with devotions from BibleGateway.com. Have them delivered daily to your inbox. Looking for a church in our area? Check out a list here.
- Get Your Plate in Shape! March is National Nutrition Month. MyPlate.gov offers a free nutrition planning & tracking tool.
- Get Active! Spring = New Beginnings & is a great time to try a new activity! Register now for YMCA Spring programs
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The Spring I session is now underway.
Spring II registration starts March 30, & classes begin April 20. Need help? Our staff is here for you! Stop by the front desk or call us at 262-248-6211.
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5th Annual Shamrock Shuffle 5K - March 14
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE YMCA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE
Sign up at the YMCA
or Mail Your Registration Form & Payment to:
Geneva Lakes YMCA
Attn: Shamrock Shuffle
203 S. Wells St.
Lake Geneva, WI 53147
Don't Miss This
Family-Friendly Event!
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Lake Geneva Jaycees Support YMCA/City Sports
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A big thank you to the Lake Geneva Jaycees for their generous $6,600 donation to YMCA/City of Lake Geneva youth baseball & softball programs!
The YMCA will use these funds to purchase
pitching machines and new bats & helmets.
More than 500 boys & girls participated in YMCA/City baseball & softball last summer, & we anticipate even more kids playing this year. The new equipment sponsored by the Jaycees will enhance our growing program & make for a successful season!
Registration for youth ball programs is going on now at the Y. Click here for program info, including details on the NEW Tournament Team. Access registration forms here:
Interested in serving as a volunteer coach or have questions about registration? Contact Sports Director Mike Coolidge at the Y at 262-248-6211.
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Sign Up for YMCA Spring Break Day Camp
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Looking for Something Fun for Your Kids to Do Over Spring Break? The YMCA has six action-packed days planned for kids in grades 4K-5! Each day will feature a variety of fun, educational, creative & physical activities, including swimming!
Sign up now at the YMCA.
Call 262-248-6211 for details.
Camp Dates: March 30 & 31; April 1, 2, 3 & 6.
Cost/Day: Y Members: $25/child; Non-Members: $35/child
*10% sibling discount
Upcoming Early Release Camps: March 12, April 9 & May 14.
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GYST Swimmers Host Successful Swim-a-Thon & Prepare for Championship Meets
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Congratulations to the Geneva Y Swim Team & Master's Dolphins Team on a successful swim-a-thon on Jan. 10. Together teams raised more than $7,000! Thank you to everyone who supported this fun, 2nd annual community event!
Funds raised will be used to purchase new equipment for the swim teams & pool and to bring 2 TEAM USA OLYMPIC SWIMMERS to Lake Geneva later this spring lead a special Mutual of Omaha Breakout Swim Clinic. The Olympians are Misty Hyman, gold medalist in the 200 butterfly, & five-time medalist Ian Crocker. The YMCA is ecstatic to have the opportunity to host such a distinguished event, & our swimmers are looking forward to learning a lot from these talented athletes! Stay tuned for more information on this exciting swim clinic.
A special thank you to the following companies for supporting our swim-a-thon: Robinson Wholesale Inc., AutoZone & Mercy Health Systems, as well as Shore Club for donating the food for our post-swim breakfast!
In other team news... We are pleased to report that to date, six of our GYST swimmers have qualified to swim at the YMCA state meet on March 20-22 in Milwaukee! The team is preparing for the YMCA Sectionals Championships on March 14 & 15 in Oconomowoc. We are looking forward to seeing some fast swimming & qualifying more team members for state! Good luck GYST!
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29th Annual YMCA Auction a Great Success
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View more photos from the 29th
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 29th Annual YMCA Auction on Feb. 21. We had 420 attendees & raised nearly $50,000 for the YMCA.
Proceeds will support the YMCA Annual Campaign, which funds YMCA programs, community outreach initiatives & the Y financial assistance program.
Thank you again for your support! We're looking forward to next year's 30th Anniversary Event!
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YMCA Spring Fever Indoor Triathlon - April 12
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YMCA March Program Reminders & Events
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SPORTS...
Reminder: Register NOW for Youth Baseball, Softball & T-ball
Access the registration forms here:
Play Pickleball -- It's a Big Dill!
The Y's Adult Pickleball program is growing! If you'd like to join in the fun, come check it out in the gym on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:15 a.m. & 5:30-7:00 p.m. OR Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. -12:15 p.m.
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Register Now for Spring I Classes.
Spring II Registration Starts March 23.
Click
HERE
for the Spring I class schedule. Classes are FREE for members!
Tension Release Workshop - Sat. March 7 - 10:30-Noon
Relieve & let go of stress & anxiety in this restorative session. Led by our mind/body fitness experts Ruth Rorig & Sue Pederson. Cost: $8 in advance/$10 at door. Register now.
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Family Laser Tag Games - Friday, March 13, 5:30-7:30 pm
Have a blast with your family & friends in the Y gym during this action-packed, 2-hour laser tag games event offered by Wisconsin Battlefield Live. Pre-registration is required, & a minimum of 12 must be registered for program to run. Cost: $30/person. Future dates: April 10.
YMCA Healthy Kids Day: April 25, 2-4 p.m.
Mark your calendars & plan to bring the family to the Y for a Saturday afternoon of FREE fun. Watch our Facebook page, website & April newsletter for full details!
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Register Now for Spring Swim Lessons
Learn, refresh & refine your swimming skills BEFORE summer! Group lessons are available for ages 6 months - adult. Affordable private lessons are also offered and are a great option for adults who want to overcome a fear of water or learn to swim for fitness. Our semi-private lessons are perfect for small groups of 2-4 friends/siblings who want to learn together. Learn more.
Adult Swim Lessons/Stroke Clinic Begins March 9
This stroke clinic is a series of small group training sessions for those wanting to perfect their freestyle (front crawl) for triathlons or just to improve in swimming technique. DATES: March 9, 16, 30 & April 6. TIME: 6:15-7 am. Cost: $25 for Y members. Learn more.
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Lifeguard Certification Course
This is a comprehensive, 2-year certification course that includes the necessary CPR/AED training you need to become a Red Cross certified lifeguard. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is recommended. You must attend each class & pass a written & skills exam to achieve certification.
Date/Times: April 16 (6-9 pm), 18 (8:30am -5 pm), 19 (12:30-4:30pm), 23 (5:30-9pm), 25 (8:30-3:30pm).
Adult & Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED Certification Course
March 21, 8:30 am -2:30 pm
This course incorporates the latest science & teaches students to recognize & care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat & cold emergencies & how to respond to breathing & cardiac emergencies to help victims of any age. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate valid for two years. Register at the Y or call 262-248-6211.
Food Pantry Needs
The YMCA is a drop-off site for the Lake Geneva food pantry. They are in need of spices this month. Drop off donations in the food pantry bin located in the Y entryway & we'll deliver them to the Food Pantry. Thank you!
Remember, the YMCA offers income-based financial assistance for Y programs & memberships. If your family is unable to afford our standard rates, please call the Y at 262-248-6211, inquire at the front desk, or download and complete a financial assistance application.
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YMCA Employment Opportunities
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Join our Y team! We are currently seeking dynamic, talented individuals for the following positions:
- Summer Tennis Program Leader
- Summer Day Camp Counselors
- Summer Sports Officials
- Lifeguards & Swim Instructors
- Land & Water Aerobics Instructor
- Personal Trainer
See our employment page for full details.
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