Youth Development

 YOUTH PROGRAM LINKS

Swim Programs

Swim Team

Gymnastics Programs

Basketball Programs

Freedom Tour

Teen Center

Climbing Wall

Summer Camp

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kid soo do

This self defense and exercise class is for children age 7 through high school. Taught in a fun and safe manner, this class is designed to improve concentration, listening skills, and discipline.

  • Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Control
  • Balance
  • Memory
  • Discipline
  • Fitness
  • Coordination

Starts Early Winter Session
Wednesday 5-6 pm

Y Members $35.00
Community: $50.00


For more information, please contact Kid Soo Do founder Bradley Krehel at 729-5372.

Online Registration Tab

Homeschool Physical Education Program

For school-aged children. Sessions meet at the Y every Wednesday, 1-2 p.m.

Session 1: January 9 to Februaty 13, 2013
(basketball court, gymnastics area, climbing wall)

Session 2: February 27 to April 3, 2013
(swim lessons and water safety)

Session 3: April 24 to May 29, 2013
(outdoor activities whenever possible)

Y Member or Community $60 per session, family of 3 or more $125 per session

Preschool Activities

Creative Play for Tots

This drop-in class is a time for babies and toddlers ages 1-4 to explore activeplay in the gymnastics area. A parent or guardian will need to accompany children to the class. Activitiesmay include parachute games, movement, bouncing balls, rhythm instruments, and more.

Starts October 2, 2012
Tue 9:45-10:30 am

Per Class Fee:
Y Members: $5.00
Community: $7.00

Twelve class punch card (available at the front desk):
Y Members: $48.00
Community: $70.00

Middle/High school

Youth and Family Workout Program

This program is designed for youths ages 12-13 and their parent/gaurdian. Through this program youths will be allowed to workout in the Fitness Center with their parent/guardian. All participants of this program must attend an equipmnet orientation, fill out a par-q, and sign a contract. All workouts must be done together. Please remember that some of the equipment may not be suitable for all youths due to size. Please call 443-4112x27 or stop by the Fitness Center to make an appointment.
Fee: $30.00

Teen Center (School Year Only)

teencenterThe Teen Center is for sixth graders and above. The room contains a pool table, foosball, TV, computers and more.

  • Respect the rights of others to enjoy the center in a safe, pleasant manner by using appropriate language and treating each other, the equipment, and facility with respect.
  • Treat others as you wish to be treated; no “put-downs”.
  • Return table tennis, pool equipment, etc., to the proper location when fi nished.
  • No food or drink on the game tables.
  • Take pride in the room and pick up after yourself.

Please note that only the Teen Center staff may adjust, tune, or turn on/off the television.

School year hours:
Mon through Fri 2 pm to 5 pm
Y Members: FREE
Community: $4.00

Basketball Programs

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Sixth through Eighth Grade

For students in grades 6 through 8. Teams will be
formed and games will be played after school at
3 p.m. on Tuesdays, beginning January 8, 2013.
New teams every week!
Fee: free

Third through Sixth Grade

Boys and girls in grades 3-6 are placed on teams and have a practice and a game each week. Practice days/times will be announced after the Placement Clinic on November 3, 2012:
9-10:15 a.m. for Grades 3/4 and 10:30-11:45 a.m. for Grades 5/6. Good sportsmanship, team play, individual skill development, and (most of all) FUN are what the program is all about. The Clinic and games will be played at the Y.
Fee: $35.00

First and Second Grade

Boys and girls in grades 1 and 2 are invited to join the new and improved 1st and 2nd grade program. The program will begin December 1, 2012. A series of Saturday morning clinics (9 a.m.) will be held during the month of December and games will be played during January and February.
Fee: $30.00

Kindergarten

This five week introductory basketball clinic for kindergarten students will be held Saturday mornings, 10a.m or 11a.m. beginning in January 2013. Bring sneakers, wear comfortable clothing, receive an introduction to basketball, and have fun.
January 5 - Febraury 2
Fee: $20.00

Youth Sports Philosophy

All Bath Area Family YMCA Youth Sports Programs are designed to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.  We build strong kids and strong families by showing respect, caring , honesty, and responsibility for teammates, opponents, coaches, officials, and fans.  The purpose of youth sports is to provide a wholesome environment where youngsters are given the opportunity to build self esteem, develop assets that assist in teaching communication, learn the importance of staying fit, enhance their leadership skills, and have FUN.  It is the goal of the Y to provide youth sports programs that furnish participants with sport specific skills and values that are useful on the court, playing field, gym, or in relationships with family and friends.

Objectives - The purpose of any program at the Y is to help participants grow spiritually, mentally, and physically.  There are seven objectives that characterize all Y programs:

Grow personally: A positive competitive gymnastics team experience can build a child’s self-esteem and self-confidence.

Learn values: Honesty, respect, caring, and responsibility.

Appreciate diversity: Learn to respect people regardless of age, abilities, incomes, race, religion, culture, or beliefs.

Improve personal relations: Learn to care and communicate with teammates.

Become better leaders: Learn the give and take necessary to work toward the common good.

Develop specific skills: Train skills and progressions necessary to help them succeed in the sport.

Have fun: Fun and humor are vital to a quality competitive gymnastics team experience.

Gymnastics Programs

splitGymnastics training increases strength and flexibility, enhancing performance and preventing injury in any sport. As well as being a sport itself, gymnastics is often used as cross training for sports like martial arts, swimming, diving, dance, and others.

Whether you train in gymnastics to compete, cross-train for other sports, or just for fun and exercise, the self-discipline, self-confidence, individual responsibility, and sense of teamwork you gain from gymnastics training are positive character skills that carry over into all life endeavors.

YMCA gymnastics classes begin at the preschool level (ages three through five) and progress through youth level classes and on to team competition, depending on skill level and interest. Click here for the Adult Gymnastics & Conditioning and Team Skills Class.

Open Gymnastics

Open gymnastics time for gymnasts of all ages and abilities wishing to practice in a less structured setting.
Mon 5-5:30 pm
Y Members: FREE
Community: $7.00 per day

Preschool Gymnastics

preschoolChildren ages 2 to 4 will be introduced to all gymnastics apparatus in a structured manner. For 2- and 3-year-olds, parents must be present and stay with the child during the class. For 4-year-olds, parent involvement is encouraged but not required.
Thu 4:30-5:30 pm
Y Members: $60.00
Community: $90.00

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Youth Gymnastics

beamBudding gymnasts or those with a casual interest in the sport will enjoy this class. Basic gymnastics skills will be taught. For children grades K-6.
Tue 4:30-5:30 pm
Y Members: $60.00
Community: $90.00

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Youth Tumbling

backbendTumbling is the basis of all gymnastics. This class is for gymnasts and cheerleaders of all abilities. This class will cover tumbling skills, floor skills, rope, mini-trampoline, spring board, and hand balancing. No matter what level you are, we’re sure you will enjoy this class! All ages.
Wed 4:30-5:30 pm
Y Members: $60.00
Community: $90.00

Online Registration Tab

Pre-Team Class

girlsAthletes considering participation in competitive gymnastics will benefit from our pre-team. Compulsory skills for team will be taught. The goal is for the gymnast to compete the following season for the YMCA gymnastics team.
Participation in the Youth Tumbling class is required for all Pre-Team gymnasts.
Tue 5:30-6:30 pm or Friday 5:30-6:30
Session Fee: $70.00
Both Tuesday and Friday Fee: $90.00
*Membership required for Pre-Team class.

Online Registration Tab

Competitive Gymnastics Team

gymnastics teamProficient gymnasts ready to commit to a full year of gymnastics including two practices each week and competitions in the spring will delight in the team experience. Please see the Gymnastics Director to determine if your child’s skill level makes him or her eligible. All athletes are expected to be present at the beginning of practice. Additional practice times may be scheduled during vacations. Gymnastics Team befins in September 2012 and goes through the Regional Competition in mid-May 2013.

Team Handbook            2012/2013 Meet Schedule

Schedule: Mon, Wed, Thu 5:30-8:00 pm

2 practices per week $800

3 practices per week $950

A minimum deposit of $100 is due at registration. The balance may be paid over a five month period. Call the Y at 443-4112 for more information.

Swim Team - Long Reach Swim Club

Competitive strokes, endurance, related skills and fun are the focus of our very successful swim team. Although the LRSC have been State Champions for most of the past 20+ seasons, winning is a by-product of our philosophy and approach-not a goal in itself. LRSC strives to offer a fun learning experience where swimmers will thrive.

Click here for more information about the Y's Long Reach Swim Club.

Freedom Tour

Follow our 2013 Freedom Tour blogs:

statueWhat is “The Theme is Freedom Tour?” It’s a constantly evolving educational journey for 8th grade middle school students designed as an integrated approach to teaching history and contributing effectively as citizens. The program culminates in a 7-day trip in late spring or early summer.

How do students prepare for the trip? Students meet together to learn about the places they will visit and how the history and culture of that place or time impacts our world today. Groups participate in a vision process, learn conflict resolution skills, and discuss expectations and consequences for individual and group behavior.

Where do we go? Plimouth Plantation -- New York City Neighborhoods -- Ellis Island -- Lower East Side Tenement Museum -- Independence Park in Philadelphia -- Amish Country -- Lincoln, Washington, Roosevelt Presidential Memorials and Monuments -- Vietnam, Korean, World War II and Iwo Jima War Memorials -- United States Holocaust Memorial Museum -- Smithsonian -- Gettysburg National Park -- Rockefeller Center -- Ground Zero -- Apollo Theater

Why do we take a trip? More than a class trip and bigger than a history lesson, the program engages students in meaningful activities to build positive social competencies. As democratic ideals continue to take center-stage in international events, we find we have countless teachable moments and a heightened sense of pride in our U.S. history.

Fees - The tour fee is based on the length and extent of the program. The fee covers all prep meetings and materials, transportation by motor coach, meals, hotels, entrance fees and a tour jacket. Financial aid is available through our YMCA assistance program.

Contact Information: To find out more about the “The Theme is Freedom Tour” or to bring a program to your school, call or email: Francie Tolan at 443-4112 x29 or francie@bathymca.org

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