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YMCA Express at Gainsboro

April 2018
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April 7
Little Chefs 

April 10
Cooking with Gina

April 14
Little Chefs

April 21
Little Chefs

April 26
Y Teens

April 28
Little Chefs
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, t he 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!

To learn more about how to get involved as a volunteer, please contact Gina Kohler, Program Director at [email protected].
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].
Y at Woodlawn
April 10-May 15
6:00-7:00 pm
Ages 50+
M/NM: $30
Woodlawn Methodist Church 2922 CorbieshawRd

The Y is providing dynamic functional fitness and nutritional workshops for the Woodlawn Methodist congregation and surrounding community.
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Cooking With Gina 
5:30-7:00 pm
M/NM: $10 per class 
April 10: Salmon
May 8: Baklava
Develop your inner chef and have fun in the process! Gina will be introducing participants to new ways of cooking garden fresh veggies. This class will be sure to strengthen your culinary skills.  Join us for food, fun and fellowship in our brand new teaching kitchen!
Youth and Family
Eating Around the World 
with Little Chefs Institute
Ages 6-16 yrs old
Saturdays, Apr 7-May 12
10:00 am -11:00 am
M:$30 / NM:$45
Come be a little chef! Children will learn culinary skills with healthy foods and garden fresh veggies, all while having fun! Workshops are led by the Virginia Cooperative Extension and will include farm to table techniques and proper use of kitchen utensils and appliances. This six-week series is sure to  be filled with fun for your child. Space is limited. 
Y Teens
Grades 6 - 12
6:00-7:30pm
Apr 12, 26
May 10, 24

Y Teens program will cultivate leadership and life experiences for Roanoke Valley youth. Workshop topics will include: team building, conflict resolution, social justice and service learning. This program will educate and motivate the future leaders of our communities to become engaged, dynamic, and forward thinking citizens! For more information, contact Gina Kohler at [email protected].

Y Teens will meet at the YMCA Express at Gainsboro and surrounding Roanoke libraries.
Save the Date
86th Annual Father, Son & Family Banquet
Saturday, June 16
3:00-7:00 pm 
Lucy Addison Middle School
Hailed as the longest running YMCA event in Roanoke, the Father, Son and Family Banquet has been inspiring, educating and imparting values into families for over 85 years.

Celebrate with your family with a community fair along with an evening of dinner and fun for the kids of all ages. For more information, call the YMCA Express at Gainsboro at 540.344.9622