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Salem Family YMCA

April 2018

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April 2
Spring Camp starts

April 3
Fit Families Spring Survivor begins

April 10
Morning Boot Camp starts

April 12
Young Chef's Academy

April 14
Red Cross Certification classes start
Les Mills Recruitment Seminar

April 18
Active Older Adults Luncheon

April 20
Kids Night Out
Spring is here and summer is right around the corner!  Check out all of your options at our 3 summer camp locations!  Click HERE for more details to ensure your child has their BEST SUMMER EVER!  

April is National Volunteer Month!
The YMCA of Virginia's Blue Ridge would like to thank all the volunteers who give selflessly of their time and talents each year to support the work of the Y in our community. As an organization founded by volunteers, the YMCA would not be here if it weren't for you as we continue to be volunteer-driven. We are truly grateful for your efforts and we appreciate you!

Please come by our welcome desk to learn more about how to get involved as a volunteer!
Member Benefits
Active Older Adults Luncheon
Wed April 18
12:00-1:00 pm
M:$6/NM:$6   
Enjoy a fun, friendly meal with your friends while experiencing enriching games and activities or a special presentation from local community partners!
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Fit Families Spring Survivor
Tues, April 3 - May 8
6:00-6:45 pm
M:Free/NM:$5 per class
Spend healthy, happy, quality time together with your children exploring your Y and our beautiful community.  Each week a new adventure will await your family!
Wellness
Les Mills Recruitment Seminar
Saturday, April 14
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Kirk Family YMCA
Greatness is teaching classes driven by results and cutting edge research. We are searching for talent to add to our Rockstar Team!

Seminar Highlights:
- BODYPUMP and BODYFLOW Master Classes*
- Why become a Group Exercise instructor?
- Why teach at the YMCA?
- What is the process to becoming a certified instructor for the Y?

*This seminar is just an introduction to Les Mills. 

Class formats and certification training will be held on the following dates:
BODYPUMP (May 5-6 at Kirk Family YMCA)
BODYCOMBAT (May 12-13 at Rockbridge Area YMCA)
RPM (June 2-3 at Rockbridge Area YMCA)
BODYFLOW (June 9-10 at Kirk Family YMCA)
SH'BAM (June 23-24 at Kirk Family YMCA)
BODYSTEP (TBA)

If you are interested in this seminar or becoming certified, contact [email protected].

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Morning Boot Camp
April 10 - 28
Tues & Thurs 10:30-11:30 am
M:$22/NM:$37
Challenge yourself with this three week mid-morning boot camp designed to "bridge the gap" until our Spring Forward Boot Camp in May.  Shape and tone your body at your group workouts.  Join us for one hour of interval and circuit training each session geared toward intermediate and advanced fitness levels.  
Aquatics
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
Ages 15
April 14-15, 22-23*
Sat-Sun 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 
M:$195/NM:$225 
American Red Cross lifeguard certification will include a two year certification in CPR/AED for the professional rescuer as well as a two year certification for lifeguarding.  Participants will need to pass prerequisites to take the class.  For more information contact Daniel Smith at [email protected]*Prerequisites will be taken on April 13.
Swim Lessons
Spring 2 lessons begin April 9
Spring 3 lessons begin May 7
YMCA swim lessons teach safety and responsibility around the water. Participants gain confidence and self-esteem as they work to become better, safer swimmers. 

All ages - from infants to seniors - can learn to swim. 

*Swim Starters Aquatic Program - Parent/Child program 6 mos to 3 years old
*Swim Basics - Beginners 3 to 12 years old
*Swim Strokes - Intermediate & Advanced 3 to 12 years old

For more information on swim lessons at the Y, please visit our welcome desk or contact Faron Young, Aquatics Coordinator at  [email protected].
Youth and Family
Young Chefs Academy
K-5th grades
Thurs, April 12-May 13
5:30-6:30 pm
M:$35/NM:$43
Add 2 cups of fun with 1 cup of laughter.  Mix in a handful of friends and you get a cooking class that explores essential cooking skills, healthy choices and inspires creativity through mouthwatering masterpieces.
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Kids Night Out
Ages 6 weeks to 10 years
Friday, April 20
6:00 - 9:00 pm
M:$10/NM:$13
Parents, drop off the kids and enjoy an evening to yourselves.  Children will enjoy a nut-free meal from home, crafts, swimming, gym, games and more.  Register by Wed prior to program.
Save the Date
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Spring Forward Boot Camp
May 1-24, 25
Tues & Fri        5:15 - 6:15 am
Tues & Thurs 10:30-11:30 am
Tues & Thurs   6:00 - 7:00 pm
M:$30/NM:$75
Challenge yourself with this four-week program and "spring" into summer feeling fit!  Shape and tone your body at your group workouts.  Join us for one hour of interval and circuit training each session geared toward intermediate and advanced fitness levels.