November & December
News & Updates
Thanksgiving Holiday Changes
Wednesday November 24th-Closing at 3pm. The pool will close at 1:30pm.

Thursday November 25th-CLOSED.

24/7 Access members are welcome to use the Wellness Center, racquetball/handball courts and gym during our holiday closure.


Friday November 26th
Kids Corner is Closed
The pool will open at 12pm.

Saturday November 27th
No swim lessons
FITNESS CLASS CHANGES


Wednesday November 24, 2021
5:30 a.m. PiYo with Carol
5:30 a.m. Group Cycle with Rose
8:00 a.m. AquaFit with Nancy
8:00 a.m. Body Sculpt with Angela
9:00 a.m. HIIT with Melissa
10:00 a.m. AOA Fitness CANCELLED
10:00 a.m. Stretch & Flex with Nicole
12:00 p.m. BODYPUMP with Jackie
1:15 p.m. Aqua Fit CANCELLED 
No WorkOut Wednesday/Small Group PT
 
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Thanksgiving
CLOSED-NO GROUP FITNESS CLASSES 
 
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Black Friday Fitness- November 26th
5:30 a.m. Group Cycle with Lisa
8:00 a.m. Pilates with Angela
8:00 a.m. AquaFit with Melissa 
9:00 a.m. Zumba with Jackie 
10:00 a.m. AOA Fitness CANCELLED 
12:00 p.m. BODYPUMP with Rose 
1:15 p.m. Aqua Fit CANCELLED
5:00 p.m. BODYPUMP-CANCELLED 
6:00 p.m. Aqua Fit CANCELLED 
 
Saturday & Sunday classes will run as scheduled
NEW Kids Corner Hours

Monday
8 - 9 a.m.
9 - 10 a.m.
10 - 11 a.m.
5 - 6 p.m.
 
Tuesday
8 - 9 a.m.
9 - 10 a.m.
10 - 11 a.m.
5 - 6 p.m.
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Wednesday
8 - 9 a.m.
9 - 10 a.m.
10 - 11 a.m.
5 - 6 p.m.
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Thursday
8 - 9 a.m.
9 -10 a.m.
10 - 11 a.m.
5 - 6 p.m.
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Friday
8 - 9 a.m.
9 - 10 a.m.
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Saturday
8-9 a.m.
9 - 10 a.m.
10 - 11 a.m.

Sunday
CLOSED


Please note the following Kids Corner Updates:

  • Kids Corner is unable to
accommodate 1:1 care

  • New maximum age is 10

  • Parent/guardian must remain on site for the duration of their Kids Corner reservation

  • Closed Sundays beginning December
Weekend Survey Results

Thank you to all our members who took the time to complete the Saturday hours survey.

The potential changes were discussed by the Board of Directors, however, due to staffing shortages, we are currently not in the position to extend our hours. Extended hours will be a consideration for the future, but at this time there will be no changes to our current hours.
Reminders
Chalk Restriction
A friendly reminder that CHALK IS NOT ALLOWED IN OUR FACILITY. Thank you for helping us maintain a clean space.

Liquid Grip is allowable!
Reminder- 24/7 Access Policy
For more information on our policies please click here.
Programming Updates
Youth Basketball League
Swim Team Clinic
Swim Lessons Update

There will be no swim lessons on the following dates:
November 27th & December 18


Family Swim will be available all day December 18th, beginning at 8:15 am!
December & January Updates
Christmas & New Year Holiday Changes

Friday, December 24th-Closing at 3pm. The pool will close at 1:30pm

Saturday, December 25th-CLOSED.

Friday, December 31th-Closing at 3pm. The pool will close at 1:30pm

Saturday, January 1-CLOSED.

24/7 Access members are welcome to use the Wellness Center, racquetball/handball courts and gym during our holiday closure.




Kids Corner

Wednesday, December 22 - OPEN AM, CLOSED PM

Thursday, December 23 - OPEN AM, CLOSED PM
Friday, December 24- CLOSED

Saturday, December/25 - CLOSED

Wednesday, December 29 - OPEN AM, CLOSED PM

Thursday, December 30 - OPEN AM, CLOSED PM

Friday December 31 - OPEN AM, CLOSED PM

Saturday January 1 - CLOSED



Fitness Classes

SPECIAL HOLIDAY POP UP CLASSES:

Saturday, December 4th 
11:30-12:30 Holiday Zumba

Sunday, December 12 & 19
11:30-1 pm Nutcracker Dance Fitness 

Sunday, January 2
11am HIIT


Thursday December 23- All morning and noontime classes will run as scheduled. CANCELLED CLASSES: 5 pm Yoga, 5 pm Cycle, 6 pm BODYPUMP, and 6 pm AquaFit

December 24- Classes will run as scheduled from 5:30am-noon.

December 25- CLOSED

December 26- 12pm BODYPUMP as scheduled

December 30- All classes will run as scheduled

December 31-Classes will run as scheduled from 5:30am-noon
CANCELLED CLASSES: 1:15 pm AquaFit, 5 pm BODYPUMP, and 6 pm AquaFit

Jan 1- CLOSED

Jan 2-11 am Stretch & Flex (new day and time!), 12 pm BODYPUMP, and a POP-Up 11 am HIIT (in Clara Barton room)
Policy Changes
Insurance Memberships
Looking to save on your membership? Check with your health insurance company and see if they offer a third party program to help cover the cost of your membership!

Members must confirm with their insurance provider and enroll in eligible program prior to enrolling in an insurance-based membership at the YMCA. Member Services is not able to determine your insurance program eligibility based on insurance type. An enrollment number, or Confirmation code may needed before membership is opened. Member Services is unable to obtain this number for the member.


Effective 1/1/2022

The Winona Family YMCA will begin accepting One Pass memberships.

UCare Senior plans will be changing from SilverSneakers* to
the One Pass**

Medica seniors will not offer Silver Sneakers* and will be offering the One Pass* program.

Silver Sneakers* is not a program the Winona Family YMCA accepts

**One Pass is a program you have to sign up for under Renew Active. Please note: This change is only for Medica Senior/Medicare members.

Health Partners is changing from Silver&Fit to the SilverSneakers* program for their seniors.


Due to many changes with the insurance and third party program memberships, we ask for your patience as our staff learn and understand these new and changing programs.

Policies & Rates
Please note that effective January 1, 2022, the following changes will take effect. In order for the YMCA to continue to operate at the standard of excellence our members have come to enjoy, the Board of Directors has approved a modest increase to membership dues, due to the increased cost of operations. New rates will be: Young Adult - $38, Adult - $50, One Adult Family - $58, Two Adult Family - $82, Older Adult - $44. In addition, if payment for membership is not received by the end of the month, the membership will be cancelled before the first of the following month, with a late fee of $7.50 added. Members with a balance noted on their account can not rejoin, enter the facility, or participate in programs until the balance is paid, or a payment plan has been established. 
We Hear You!
We are excited to share that thanks to your feedback, we are making some enhancements to the Wellness Center!

Look for new accessories, a stretching and strength area, additional strength machines, and a second Nu-step! If you'd like to make a financial contribution to these improvements please put "Wellness Center" in your check memo or give online and reply to this email so we can allocate your gift accordingly.
Make A Difference
Give a Gift of Health

Need an unique gift that will never be out of style or the wrong size? Look no further than your Winona Family YMCA-give a gift of health and wellness!

Give cards are available at the Front Desk and are available in any denomination and can be used for memberships, daily admission or programming!

The Dream Maker program provides a YMCA membership to disadvantaged children in the Winona community. It will be a gift that will last all year.
 
This holiday season we invite you to consider making a tax-deductible gift to help make a child’s Christmas a memorable one.

When you support the strong tradition of the Dream Maker program, you help young members of our community discover a place where they can grow, thrive, improve their health, and make new friends. 
Support the Y
with One Click!
Make a difference this holiday season. Shop for gifts using AmazonSmile when shopping online on Amazon and generate donations for the Winona Family YMCA!
Staff Spotlight
There are no strangers here; Only friends you haven't yet met
- William Butler Yeats

Get to know our fantastic YMCA staff who work hard each day to make our organization run smoothly, and ensure the very best member experience possible.

Kristen
Business Office

How long have you worked for the Winona Family YMCA? 4 ½ years

Tell me a little about what you do at the YMCA:
Accounts receivable

What is it that makes you enjoy working at the Winona YMCA? I enjoy the people I work with and for. I like that the YMCA is a community player. I also enjoy what I do.

What’s your favorite thing to do at the Y? I really like stretch and flex class.

Favorite YMCA moment: There was a young mom who utilized our financial aid program which allowed her to come and drop her child in Kids Corner. She would use this time to do her homework. She was able to finish her degree and get better employment. 

What do you do and enjoy doing when you are not working? I like to knit, play music, go to the movies, go on a leisure bike ride and hang out with my family.

Fun Fact about you: I play clawhammer style banjo and play in a
I play in a band called Magpie Revival.
Kate
Member Services

How long have you worked for the Winona Family YMCA? 2 years this December

Tell me a little about what you do at the YMCA:
Member Services Lead, I work at the front desk helping members and guests with accounts and questions.

What is it that makes you enjoy working at the Winona YMCA?
I enjoy the great, supportive work environment, but the members make my job the most enjoyable and fun.


What’s your favorite thing to do at the Y? I like to utilize the whirlpool, steam room, and 24/7 Access.


Favorite YMCA moment: I guess I don't have just one, but I like the multiple YMCA moments when I start getting to know the members that I don't already know. Just getting on a first name basis feels like an accomplishment, and I really do enjoy it. The ongoing progression of unacquaintedness to familiarity is a great feeling. 

What do you do and enjoy doing when you are not working? I'm literally always working, but the few hours I get off, I LOVE listening to music, reading, or hanging out with friends.

Fun Fact about you: I'm a huge Bruce Springsteen fan, and I collect vintage pens... or really any nice pen.
Be a Hero
Save A Life!
There is a critical need for blood and Red Cross needs the help of blood donors to meet the needs of patient care. Please consider scheduling an appointment to help the national shortage.
American Red Cross Blood Drive

Winona Family YMCA
9am-3pm
Friday November 26
Thursday December 23
Thursday December 30
Friday January 14
Winona Family YMCA
www.winonaymca.org
507-454-1520
902 Parks Avenue