YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo 
October 2016

FALL II session starts 
Monday, October 24. 
Sign up now!
NEW (LONGER!) SUNDAY HOURS
Maple: 11a - 6p
Portage: 10a - 5p
LEAGUES
for 
Pre-K to 8th Grade
 
Now registering.
Deadline: 10/29
Scholarships available based on income and family size. 
COME MARCH WITH
YMCA STAFF IN THE 2016
Kalamazoo
Holiday
Parade
in downtown Kalamazoo, Saturday, November 12. 
Time commitment is 9:30a to 1p.
LET'S SHOW OUR 
YMCA PRIDE!
Call Vicky Kettner 
269.345.9622 x147 or email vkettner@kzooymca.org
No pets allowed.

NEW CLASS for 
ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS
ENHANCE ® FITNESS

Enhance ® Fitness is an evidence-based group exercise program for older adults that uses simple, easy-to-learn movements that motivate individuals (particularly those with arthritis) to stay active throughout their life.  Each class session includes cardiovascular, strength training, balance, and flexibility exercises and the fostering of strong social relationships between participants.  Studies show:
  •  35% improvement in physical functioning
  •  53% improvement in depression
  •  Fewer hospitalizations and $945 less in health care costs per year than non-participants
When: Session begins October 24
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Location: YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo,  Maple Branch



FAMILY FUN
FALL HARVEST EVENT 
YMCA Member Appreciation
 
Let's celebrate family and fall on Friday, October 28 at the Maple YMCA's Fall Harvest Event. It's a great way to hang out together, meet new friends, and have fun. Free to members, $15 per family for non-members.              
  • Football toss
  • Mummy wrap
  • Free-throw contest
  • Crafts
  • Face painting
  • Light refreshments
  • And more! 
When: Friday Oct. 28
Time: 5-7:30pm
Location: Maple YMCA Gymnasium
Contact: aheidtman@kzooymca.org


POOLS ARE NOW OPEN
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE

Our thanks for everyone's patience and understanding as we dealt with two pools down at the same time these last weeks. Both pools are now up and running at both branches. We very much appreciate Borgess Fitness Center and Bronson Athletic Club for giving our members access to their pools during the downtime. 

For youth development. 
For healthy living. 
For social responsibility. 
For 150 years, the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo has been providing a place to grow, learn and thrive. Where all are welcome. And where everyone has an opportunity to nurture their mind, body and spirit. We're not just a gym. We're a community center, built up through a membership that lifts our neighbors and each other. 
The Y. For All.