YMCA of Central Massachusetts

Online Cycling Reservation

vrivera — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:41:14 +0000

You can now reserve your favorite bike at the Greendale Family Branch using our new online system. Remember to reserve your spot 49 hours before class! Reserve Here

Studio 22 Grand Opening

vrivera — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:58:13 +0000

What is Studio 22?

Imagine a new place where you can go to unwind after your workout, enjoy a tasty treat, have fun with your friends or even listen to live music. If you’ve just envisioned a comfortable, open café with HD TVs, friendly faces and musical equipment for public use, then you’ve seen what Studio 22 is. Although this space will be used as a center for artistic performance, it will also be an inviting area for members to use as a place to relax, recharge and reconnect with each other.

The need for a safe, convenient area in our community for musicians to hone their skills and put on shows has been obvious to the Boroughs Family Branch for many years. Our branch is proud to be offering this unique opportunity to local musicians who can now come in, plug into our equipment and play. Parents will no longer have to worry where their teenagers are holding band practice, and adults won’t have to lug their own equipment when they come to jam with their friends.

The varied schedule of this room will make it accessible to different audiences at different times of the day. While the space will be available for musicians to gather, most of the time it will be used as a member lounge. When the big game is on, you can watch it with your friends on our 46” TVs. Are your kids hungry after swim lessons? Instead of cruising by the vending machines, stop into Studio 22 and enjoy a fresh snack. Even if you just need a place to unwind after your workout, we’ve got you covered.

Grand Opening Monday, February 20 11a-1p

JOIN US ON PRESIDENTS’ DAY AS WE CELEBRATE OUR NEW
STUDIO SPACE DURING OUR OPEN HOUSE

Live Music • Puppet Show • Free Food • Prizes
Fun For The Entire Family

BRING A FRIEND & TAKE A TOUR
If your friend signs up for a membership on the spot:

You receive a $50 program credit
Your friend receives a $50 instant credit
EVERYBODY WINS!

SUPER BOWL EXTRAVAGANZA

vrivera — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:19:50 +0000

2ND ANNUAL SUPER BOWL EXTRAVAGANZA AND WELLNESS FAIR

OPEN TO ALL!

$5 PER PERSON OR $10 PER FAMILY
February 5
8:30AM-12:30PM

“100 yards” full of fitness classes, personal training & nutrition consultations and swim assessments!
Join us to burn some calories, get ideas for healthy snacks, and feel like a champion before the BIG GAME!

	Superbowl Extravaganza Schedule
TIME	CLASS	PEOPLE	LOCATION

8:30-9am	Registration and sign-up	Sharon/Kate	Lobby

9:00-9:45	Yoga	Walter	Studio A
	Cycling	Nicky	Studio B
	Stroke Clinic & Makin’ Waves	Pam	Pool

10:00-10:45	Pilates	Stacy	Studio A
	Cycle Fusion	Jill	Studio B
	Makin’ Waves	Pam	Pool

11:00-11:45	Boxing Conditioning	Gill	Studio A
	Cycling	Andy	Studio B

11:00-11:30	Aqua Zumba	Linda	Pool

11:45-12:30	Zumba Toning	Linda	Studio A
	Cycle Fusion	Jill	Studio B

10:00-12:30	Healthy Snacks	All	Lobby

9:00-12pm	Chair Massages	David	Wellness Center	8 min appointments
	Nutrition Consultation	Helen	Wellness Center	20 min session
	Personal Training	Eva	Wellness Center	15 min sessions
	Snow Shoe Demos	Audobon	Carpeted Floor	15 min demos

SPRING INTO SPRING 5K ROADRACE

vrivera — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:34:00 +0000

The Greendale Family Branch will be holding our annual Spring into Spring 5K road race on April 14th. All proceeds will support the LiveSTRONG at the YMCA program for cancer survivors. The course starts at the Greendale Family Branch and takes you around Indian Lake. The race is open to both runners and walkers.

Course Map

To Register Download Form and Mail to:

Greendale YMCA
ATTN: Lisa Howell,
75 Shore Drive
Worcester, MA 01605

Spring into Spring Registration

Greendale Open House Week

vrivera — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:00:58 +0000

Monday – January 16th
Martin Luther King Day

5:45 – 6:45 am Yoga – Restorative MP Room
8:30 – 9:15 am Aqua Arthritis Alden pool
10:30 – 9:15 am Strength & Power Studio
11:00 am – 1:00 pm Kids Crafts with Jen Lobby
1:00 am – 3:00 pm Blood Pressure Clinic Lobby
1:15 pm – 2:00 pm Aqua Arthritis Alden pool
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Youth and Family Wellness Center Open
2:00 – 10:00 pm Family Swim Alden pool

Tuesday – January 17th

7:00 – 10:00 am Coffee Connection – Lobby
8:30 – 9:15 am Aqua Arthritis – Alden pool
9:15 – 10:15 am Boot Camp Studio – Studio
9:00 am – 11:00 am Foot Assessments with South County PT – Wellness Ctr
2:00 pm Blood Pressure Clinic – Lobby
5:30 – 6:30 pm Pilates MP Room
7:00 – 10:00 pm Family Swim Alden pool

Wednesday – January 18th
7:00 – 10:00am Coffee Connection – Lobby
8:00 – 9:15 am Women’s Bible Study – Alden Program Room
9:00 – 11:00 am Blood Pressure Clinic – Lobby
10:30 a.m. Strength and Power – Studio
1:15 – 2:00 pm Aqua Arthritis Alden Pool
2:00 – 10:00 pm Family Swim Alden pool
5:30 p.m. Bootcamp – Studio
6:45 p.m. Family Zumba – MP Room

Thursday – January 19th
7:00 – 10:00am Coffee Connection Lobby
8:30 – 9:15 am Aqua Arthritis Alden Pool
1:00 – 3:00 pm Foot Assessments with South County PT
1:30 – 2:00 pm Aqua Yoga – Alden Pool
3:30 pm Blood Pressure Clinic – Lobby
4:30 pm We’ve Got the Beat – Drummer Show Gymnasium
12:15 – 10:00 pm Family Swim – Alden Pool

Friday – January 20th
7:00 – 10:00 am Coffee Connection Lobby
9:15 – 10:15 am Sport Step Studio
12:15 – 1:00 pm Aqua Arthritis Alden Pool
1:00 – 3:00 pm Foot Assessments with South County PT – Wellness Ctr
1:00 – 10:00 pm Open Family Swim Alden Pool

New Kid Zone

vrivera — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:54:12 +0000

NEW CONNECTIONS
NEW ACTIVITIES
NEW KID ZONE

As construction begins on Studio 22, we’re celebrating our brand new Active Kid Zone (for family member ages 6 to 12), and we know you will, too! Monday through Friday from 4pm to 6pm, your children now have the opportunity to run, play camp games and enjoy sports & open gym under the direct supervision of our talented and well-trained athletic counselors. From 6pm to 8pm, children will enjoy creative play, games and supervised computer time in our new Kid Zone Game Room!

To learn more read link:

Boroughs Family Branch New Kid Zone

YMCA to host ‘You Go Girl!’

indesign — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:52:13 +0000

The Y is delighted to partner with Shrewsbury Youth and Families Services to offer this marvelous educational after-school program. Building self confidence, providing support and encouragement for ALL young people is extremely important to the success of our communities. As we prepare our next generation of female community leaders, it is our hope that this collaborative effort to help young girls in their development, will impact their lives for many years, and they in return will pass it on to others as they grow and thrive.

Welcome to the YMCA

indesign — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 16:30:46 +0000

Hello everyone,

As the President/CEO of the YMCA of Central Massachusetts, I am excited to be the first to welcome you to the new ymcaofcm.org website. Since the launch of the Y’s revitalized brand last year, we’ve worked to create a stronger, clearer, more consistent presence across all of the communities that we serve.

The Y is a cause driven, charitable organization focused on strengthening the foundations of our community through:

Youth Development: nurturing the potential of every child and teen
Healthy Living: improving the nation’s health and well-being
Social Responsibility: giving back and providing support to our neighbors

The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities. Every day our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.

As you can see we also have a new look. Our logo change is more contemporary, energetic and communicates our diversity of programs, people, communities and our welcoming approach to all.

We hope you find our new site more informative, easy to navigate and more engaging for you and your family. We are always looking to create more meaningful ways to communicate, educate and connect with you – our members, volunteers, donors, staff and community. Some future features will include: online program registration, enhanced giving opportunities and interactive member features.

Please take a few minutes to browse our site and learn more about the important work of the YMCA of Central Massachusetts. This is just the beginning to a great online presence and we are glad to share it with you.

Again, welcome and don’t hesitate to leave a comment about what you think and how we might continue to improve in any way.

Enjoy,

Kathryn Zingg Hunter

New Central Only Rates, $30 & $60

indesign — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:51:32 +0000

Jump-start your New Year’s Resolution with a membership to the Central Community Branch, with the New Affordable Rates – you can experience it all – fitness programs for everyone from children to adults – swimming, pick-up basketball, yoga, zumba, pilates and spinning just to name a few. At the Y it’s not just about losing weight it’s about achieving a balanced healthy lifestyle. Visit the Central Community YMCA page

Youth Development

indesign — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:55:43 +0000

We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. Because of the Y, more young people in neighborhoods around the nation are taking a greater interest in learning and making smarter life choices. At the Y, children and teens learn values and positive behaviors, and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.