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YMCA Testimonial from Member Spotlight Darryl DelGiudice:
Before After
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Due to my family history of heart disease and diabetes, I always taken my health seriously. I see my doctor for a complete physical every year with a check-up six months later. Since I was a teenager, I have always worked out 5 days per week. My exercise regimen mostly included weight training, along with some cardio. Despite life-long exercise habits, the weight of my 5’10’ frame steadily climbed to 282 lbs. Eating out often while traveling for my job had contributed greatly to this unhealthy weight gain.
During a visit with my physician in 2010, he informed me that my A1C blood sugar level had increased to 6.2, which is within the pre-diabetes range (normal is 5.6 and below). Through my medical background, I know and understand that the consequences of diabetes include heart disease along with many other health concerns. This really frightened me. Determined to beat diabetes, I began to follow my physician’s advice to eat a low carb diet, exercise regularly, and avoid alcohol.
With the help of very knowledgeable trainers, the YMCA helped me reach my goal of beating diabetes. I learned that resistance training really helped to increase my metabolism when combined with cardio. After a Cybex orientation with John in 2013, I started resistance training 3 days per week and cardio 3 days per week. I made progress and lost 30 pounds. Equally important, I lowered my A1C blood sugar level to 5.6 or within the normal range. Determined to lose more weight, I began to work out twice per day at the YMCA and increased my workouts to 6 cardio and 3 resistance training sessions per week. After 2 years, I lost another 15 pounds and lowered my weight to 230 pounds.
During my morning workouts, I noticed the Y360 classes. The classes looked challenging and different. Wanting to change up my exercise routine, I inquired about the class with the trainer, Linda Prus. She informed me of the health benefits and encouraged me to sign up. The Y360 work outs have helped me to gain muscle, lose fat, and increase my metabolism. I’ve lost another 10 pounds and I feel great. More importantly, my A1C blood sugar level is now 5.5, well within the normal range!
I realize that I must continue to eat healthy and exercise regularly to avoid diabetes in the future. With encouragement and support from the YMCA trainers, I am making the commitment to beat diabetes for life.
Darryl, everybody at the Southington Community YMCA is beyond proud of your accomplishments and excited to have you as a YMCA member. Your commitment, dedication and overall positivity is a true inspiration to all of us. We truly couldn’t think of a better September Member Spotlight. Keep up the great work!
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The Southington-Cheshire Community YMCA is pleased to announce the winner of the Apple Harvest Festival Road Races T-shirt design contest. The winning design was submitted by local designer Michael Williamson. Congratulations Michael and thank you to all of the designers for their hard work. Thank you to everyone who voted.
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Snow/ Fun days are care provided for children K-8th at the Y when Southington Public and Parochial schools are closed due to holidays, inclement weather, etc. During these days, children participate in several age appropriate activities including organized games, contests, arts and crafts and sports. For questions, please contact
Nicole Guerra
, School Age Director. To register,
CLICK HERE
or stop by the Membership Service Desk.
Snow/Fun Day Registration for the 2017-2018 School Year Opens on September 15th.
10/9/2017- Camp in October
*At YMCA Camp Sloper
11/7/2017- Chillin' Like a Villian
11/10/2017- Color Crazy
11/22/2017- Festive Foliage
12/26/2017- Wacky and Wonderful
12/27/2017- Knight's and Princesses
12/28/2017- Disco Dayz
12/29/2017- Pajama Party
1/15/2017- Minion Mania
2/19/2017- BounceU
*Facilitated by YMCA Camp Sloper staff at the Main Y
2/20/2017- Fun and Fitness
4/9/2017- Sports Extravaganza
4/10/2017- Journey to Outer Space
4/11/2017- Imaginarium
4/12/2017- Jurassic Park
4/13/2017- Where the Wild Things Are
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We have openings! Our Preschool, 3 Year Old Nursery School, Jump Start and our School Age Before and After Care programs for the 2017-2018 school year still have spots available. Registration forms can be located online or at the YMCA Learning Center located at 30 High St. If you should have any questions or would like to schedule a tour please
contact
the Learning Center front desk at 860-621-8130.
Sign up your little one for full time prekindergarten or preschool and receive a full YMCA family membership for free!
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Birthday Parties at YMCA Camp Sloper
Come celebrate your birthday with us and our amazing staff at YMCA Camp Sloper! It is the perfect place to have a birthday party with friends, family, and a whole lot of Sloper Fun!” From the Superslide, to the Trike track, to the Climbing Tower, YMCA Camp Sloper is the best place to celebrate your special day! Hope to see you here! For more information call
Justin Hubeny
, Outdoor Center Program Director at 860-621-8194.
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Birthday Parties at the Y
A YMCA
birthday party
is a great way for toddlers, children and teens to celebrate their special day. Our parties are a fun way to create lasting memories and can be customized to suit your needs. Parties can be booked for Saturdays or Sundays.
Have an idea for a party you want to try out? Interested in learning more about a YMCA Birthday Party? Please contact
Adam Dubois
at 860-426-9530
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Birthday Parties at the Y Gymnastics Center
Gymnastics parties lead children on an adventure like none other. Parties are hosted by our trained instructors and feature a 40-foot Tumble Track, an obstacle course on our spring floor, balancing skills on our beam obstacle course, and fun-filled games with our instructors. The party also includes time for cake and laughs with your family and guests. For questions or to book a birthday party at the Gymnastics Center, please contact
Jamie Lagoy
, Gymnastics Director at 860-426-9532.
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The Southington Community YMCA will be marching in the Apple Harvest Parade on Sunday, October 1 at 2 p.m.! We invite you and your family to MARCH with us! If you would like to join the
FUN
and march with us and other Y friends, please complete the below form at the front desk or
email
Britt Tripp
, Marketing Director by September 15th.
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Our thoughts and hearts are with those impacted by Hurricane Harvey through this devastating time. Please considering donating to those in need by
CLICKING HERE
.
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Summer hours end on
September 3, 2017.
Labor Day Hours Are:
7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
(No programs, classes, childcare, amazing kids club, pool or Spirit Mind and Body Center)
Fall Hours Are:
Monday through Friday:
5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday:
6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday:
7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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September 5
•Fall 1 Programs and Classes Begin
•Gymnastics Team Tryouts 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
•Swim Tryouts and Registration for Rays Swim Team 4:45 p.m.-
Last Chance
September 6
•
Gymnastics Team Tryouts 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
•Rays Swim Team Season Officially Starts
September 15
•Fun/Snow Day Registration Opens
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Be a part of Southington’s Home Town Road Race. The YMCA is currently accepting registrations for the Apple Harvest Road Race to be held downtown Southington on October 1
st
. If running isn’t your forte, volunteer your time at the race, race helpers and musicians wanted. To register for the race or to volunteer at the race visit our
Active page
.
Select your race or scroll to the end for volunteer sign ups.
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Do you want to get a running start on the 5K or 5 mile Apple Harvest course? Join the Running Crew for a FREE 3-week program that will conclude with the 38th Annual Apple Harvest Festival Road Race. Runs last one hour.
ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME!
Day/Time:
Monday, 9/11, 9/18 & 9/25 4:30p.m.
Thursday, 9/14, 9/21 & 9/28 6:00p.m.
Sunday, 9/17 & 9/24 8:00 a.m.
Grand Finale Celebration at Smokin with Chris Thursday, 9/28 at 7:00p.m.
Location:
YMCA Main Lobby
COST
:
FREE
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Have you seen the new Health & Wellness schedule? We hope you are excited as we are about it! Please pick up your new schedule today or
click here
!
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Here is a chance to try our Y360 Group Personal Training with a HUGE discount! Change up your workouts and see great results by getting a full body, metabolic, aerobic and strength workout in just 30 minutes.
WHEN:
September and October 2017
TIME: Check our Y360 schedule on our website. Handouts are also available.
COST: $30 per month in September and October for unlimited classes or $5 for a single class
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Registration for the Fall Session is now open!
CLICK HERE
to register or contact
Coach Tommy
at 860-426-9536 for questions.
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Is your place of employment a YMCA Corporate Partner? If so, you receive 10% off of your membership. Please see the list below for eligible employers. If your place of employment is a Corporate Partner, please bring a current pay stub to the Membership Service Desk to receive a discounted membership.
• AE Design
• Town of Southington
• Southington Board of Education
• ESPN
• TD Bank
• The Hartford
• Southington Care
• General Electric
• Trinity Health Group
• Hartford Health Group
• Mulberry Gardens/Orchards
• United Technologies (Includes Pratt & Whitney and Otis and more)
• Aqua Turf (Includes New Mill and Back Nine)
• State Employees
Interested in becoming a corporate partner? Please contact Jacquelyn Seeger, Membership Director, at
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