Look What’s Happening at the Portage YMCA – August 26, 2013

TRX-TrainingMembership- Pay the Day Joiner Fee for the month of Septmeber! Example: on Sept. 3 the joiner fee is $3 on Sept. 16 the joiner fee is $16 on Sept. 29 the joiner fee is $29. This offer is available for all memberships. Up to a $50 savings.

Child Care and Development Center (full time child care): We currently have openings for 2, 3 and 4 year olds in our State Licensed Child Care Center. Enroll you 2 year old in the center and for the first 3 weeks paid, receive the 4th week free. “The Child Care Center is not just a place where parents take their kids while they are at work. We provide a safe environment to nurture the potential of every child through creative learning and teaching techniques lead by caring nurturing teachers and support staff. Please contact Dawn Price, to schedule a tour today at (219) 762-9622. CCDF Vouchers and assistance available.

OPEN PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FOR THE COMMUNITY Only a few spots available!!! Register for 2013-14 school year preschool academy. Morning/afternoon 2, 3 and 4 day a week classes. Financial assistance scholarships are available to those who qualify. Please call the Y at 219-762-9622 or e-mail cathi@ymcaofportage.org for details or questions.

Y-Care- Safe affordable care for your elementary/middle school student look no further than the YMCA! 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday or school closing days such as Fall/Spring Break, Your child will be bussed to and from their Portage Township Elementary Schools to their Y-Care Site (Jones or Aylesworth School). CCDF Vouchers and Financial Assistance available. Contact Ms. CC at ms.cc@ymcaofportage.org or 219-762-9622

Gymnastics- Jump off the beam, flip over the bars, follow your dreams, and reach for the stars. As part of the Y’s focus on Youth Development the Y offers gymnastic for ages 2 through their spectacular “Sparklers” gymnastics team. Gain confidence, strength, and balance and learn the importance of teamwork with Y gymnastics. Stop in for details or go to www.ymcaofportage.org.

NEW GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES- intense NEW Boot Camp, Cycling 2, Senior Cycling, and Senior Strength Training try one out today!

Aquasize- Portage High School West - September and October 2013-Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00-6:45pm-$16-Member per Month $32-Non-Members per Month. You must register at the Y Front Desk ONLY. Money will not be accepted at the pool. This is a low-impact program consisting of a warm-up, workout and cool down. The workout will include aerobic activity along with strengthening exercises utilizing weights and pool noodles.

Youth Basketball Clinic October 18, 6-8pm October 19, 1-3pm October 20, 1-3pm Open to 1st thru 6th graders. Where kids can come together, learn new skills and challenge themselves. $14 Primary Plus, $20 Primary, $40 non-members

Indoor Soccer- Sept 9 thru October 26 for ages 3-13. Practices one night a week with games on Saturday’s.

Men’s Adult-FALL Basketball League Begins Sept. 29 and runs every Sunday afternoon from 2-5pm. Adults 18 and over, put your team together. Cost $350 per team if paid on or before Sept. 29. $400 if paid after Sept. 29.

Back to School Deep Tissue Massage Special- All Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Massages will be $50 for members as well as non-members for the month of Sept. Pfrimmer Therapy is a specialized deep muscle massage. This type of deep tissue uses cross fiber movements that help relieve chronic pain, even pain caused by chronic diseases and illnesses, without using the pressure of most deep tissue massages.

FREE Community Open Swim the 1st Friday of the month at the Portage High School West Pool Sept. 6 from 4:00-8:45pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult 18 or over the entire time and must stay with child.

FREE Running Club- Free Community Running Club is for amateur runners who will meet in the YMCA lobby every Tuesday evening at 6:00 p.m. Membership not needed. Dress for the weather. All 1 hour runs will be outside unless it is lightening or below 15 degrees. Participants will be running 3-5 miles with calisthenics and stretching. Must be 14 and up to participate. Fun Zone is only available to YMCA Members.

St. Mary Medical Center

Weight Loss Seminars-Free and open to the public once a month
Sept. 16-Overcome that Weight Loss Plateau with Exercise

Prostate Specific Antigen Testing
Sept. 10-6pm

Prostate Digital Exam
Sept. 17-9am