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Chincoteague Family YMCA
History:
In 2005, some Chincoteague Island
community members met at the town office regarding the possibility of a YMCA
on the Island. A year later, a feasibility survey proved an overwhelming
amount of support with 500 residents participating and a community meeting was
held to gauge the level of interest for an Island YMCA with 120 residents
attending. A committee was formed and volunteers began organizing and
running programs throughout the community. The Mid-Delmarva Family YMCA,
who operated branches in both Salisbury and Pocomoke, worked with the
volunteers to help organize and facilitate their programs.
In 2009, Chincoteague Island Family
YMCA opened the doors to a cardio-fitness facility on Maddox Blvd thanks to
the efforts of the Mid-Delmarva Family YMCA, the Chincoteague Island Advisory
Committee and the community.
Child Watch
Child Watch is
available while you are working out or participating in a YMCA program or
activity. Days and times vary, so please call the YMCA for a schedule.
Fees:
Free for family
members
$1 per hour/members
$2 per hour/program
participants
UPCOMING EVENTS
& PROGRAMS:
Gymnastics
Coming January 7, 2012!! A
recreational gymnastics program will begin based on the need to provide more
fun and physically challenging activities for the youth of the island and
surrounding areas. This program would be based on the National YMCA
Progressive Gymnastics Program and USA Gymnastics Program. This program
is designed for children to have fun while learning gymnastics skills and
lifetime skills such as goal setting, safety, self-discipline and
self-confidence while also instilling the YMCA core values of caring, honesty,
respect, responsibility and faith.
Parent Orientation Meeting for
all Levels: January 5, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.
Pre-K Tumbling (Ages 3-5):
This class will focus on motor
skills, jumping, hopping, balance, coordination, strength and flexibility.
We will also work on front and back rolls, handstands against a wall,
cartwheels and bridges. This is a great class for the young ones that
will keep them active and having fun!
Saturdays at the Y from 10:15-11
a.m.
Monthly Fees: $50/member
$65/program participant
Level 1 Tumbling (Ages 6-12):
This class is designed to promote
tumbling skill development with an emphasis on safety and fun. The
following skills will be worked on regularly: rolls, handstands,
cartwheels, round offs and back bends. Walkovers and back handsprings
will be introduced in addition to strength building, conditioning and
stretching.
Saturdays at the Y from 11:15
a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Monthly Fees: $50/member
$65/program participant
Winter Day Camp
December 27-29 9 a.m.-12 noon
for children in 1st-4th grades
Come and find out about what goes
on our ocean island in the winter. Learn how the island animals adapt
for the cold weather. Spend one day on Assateague - and of course all
the regular fun camp stuff: games and crafts and friends and s'mores.
Call for more information or sign up below and we'll send it to you.
Fees: $40/members
$45/program members - Scholarships are available.
Go Easy Yoga
Fridays at 11 a.m. Class is
more meditative, less strenuous, for those with decreased mobility and
flexibility. Please call the Y at 757.336.6266 for more information.
Let's Rock
Tuesday/Thursday at 3 p.m.
Free form dance/exercise class to 50's & 60's music. Drop in fee $2.
Water Aerobics
Classes are held at the Refuge Inn,
however, please pre-register first at the
Y. Classes are: MWF 8:30-9:30 a.m. & 9:30-10:30 a.m.
There is also a class M & W evenings from 6-7 p.m. Starting 12/1, that
class will be held on T & Th from 6-7 p.m. For more information, please call 757.336.6266.
Yoga
Our instructor, Laura Lintz, has
studied and taught yoga and meditation for over 20 years. Yoga is more
than flexibility and stretching. Class focus is on body alignment, inner
strength, open-mindedness and fun. All are welcome with both gentle and
strenuous classes are offered. Experience a positive change in body and
mind. Classes are held at the YMCA on
Mondays at 5:30 p.m. and Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Free for Mid-Delmarva
Association Members!
Fee: $5/Chincoteague
Only members
$10/program participants
Zumba
Zumba is a dance aerobics workout.
One hour class including warm-up and cool-down. Can be rigorous as you
want it to be...dance at your fitness/comfort level with ZIN certified and
YMCA certified instructor K. Hogan Pesaniello, MD. It won't take you
long to learn the steps and enjoy the Latin and pop-music songs. Songs
and dances vary from Latin to tribal to basic cha-cha moves, etc.
Instructor will provide tips for tailoring the workout to your level of
fitness. Broad age range and fitness level participants. Children
are welcomed if accompanied by an adult. Wear supportive sport shoes
(smoother tread preferred), bring water and enjoy! Seeking additional
instructors - if interested please let Hogan or Denise know.
Time:
Saturdays at 9:00 a.m.
Fee: $3/members
$6/program participants
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