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Outdoor Center Calendar -- Sept. 7-Jun.11

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Aquatics

OFC YOUTH SWIM LESSONS

Ages 6-12  One week of progressive swim lessons.
Seahorse (Level 1) Students must be at least 6 years old. This is an entry level class; no skills required. 
Squid (Level 2) Students should be able to swim 10 strokes.
Clownfish (Level 3) Students must swim the front and back crawl the width of the pool. 
Turtle (Level 4) Students must swim the front and back crawl the length of the pool. Students should be familiar with the breast stroke, elementary backstroke, and side stroke. 
Dolphin (Level 5) Students should be able to tread water for 2 minutes, swim front and back crawl for 2 lengths of the pool, swim elementary backstroke, breast stroke, and side stroke the length of the pool. Quality of stroke is at the beginner level.
Whale (Level 6) Students must be able to do the front and back float for 2 minutes each, complete the front and back crawl 3 lengths of the pool and complete the breast stroke, elementary back stroke and side stroke for 2 lengths of the pool. Quality of stroke is at an intermediate level.

Program Dates

2011 dates available in March of 2011.


Family

CLIMBING PARTIES

Try the exhilarating sport of climbing at our outdoor wall.Challenge your friends to see who can reach the top.Each participant gets to climb the wall twice
$100 - Includes climbing and use of the Arbor Room for a party
Fee includes 10 people, additional participants cost $8/each
General Info

  • Add a round of mini golf for $2/each
  • It is your responsibility to serve your guests, supervise the children, and clean up after the party
  • Staff member is in charge of the climbing only, party host is responsible for set-up, supervision, and tear-down.


SKATING PARTIES

Celebrate your birthday Y style.Instead of having the party at your house relocate it to the Y.Bring your guests and spend an afternoon skating, then enjoy the comforts of the Arbor Room while you celebrate your child's birthday.
$85 - Includes skate rental and use of the Arbor Room for a party.
Fee includes 20 kids, additional participants cost $5/each.
General Info

  • Add a round of mini golf for $2/each
  • It is your responsibility to serve your guests, supervise the children, and clean up after the party


Special Events

FALL FESTIVAL

For the whole family  Join us for pumpkin carving, crafts, rock climbing, home made apple crisp, games, hay rides, cupcake decorating, and much more! 

Program Date
October 30, 2010
Saturday, 12-3pm

$5/person



HOLIDAY FESTIVAL

For the whole family  Festival features holiday entertainment, hay rides, crafts, craft show, and a special visit from Santa!  Bring your own camera for photo opportunities with Santa.  Hot food items available to purchase.   

Program Date
December 5, 2010
Sunday, 1-5pm

$6/person
$25/craft show space



Sports & Teams

CLIMBING CLUBS

Ages 6 and up
Learn technical aspects of climbing including knot tying, safety procedures, and commands used in climbing, including knot tying, safety procedures, and commands used in climbing.  Join each session to meet new friends and practice your climbing skills.

Meeting Place: Climbing Wall
Program Date
September 13-October 11

Mondays
6:30-7:30pm

Member Cost: $45.00
Non-member Cost: $55.00


FALL PRESCHOOL SOCCER

Ages 4 & 5
Parent volunteer coaches follow YMCA positive values based lesson plans to teach the basic soccer skills.Each session starts with a short lesson and progresses into a “fun” game.This age group plays on a very small field with mini -goals and age appropriate size #3 balls.

Saturdays, September 11-October 16

10:00-11:00 For the first 60 registered.
11:30-12:30 For the next 60 registered.

 

(Note: there is no earlybird deadline or discount for the 4 & 5 year-old program.)

Member Cost: $43.00
Non-member Cost: $53.00


GROUP RENTALS

Rent the outdoor climbing gym for your next group outing.  A 2-hour program covers the basics of climbing and allows everyone several attempts at climbing.A minimum of 10 climbers is required.Ages6 and up
$10/person



INTRO TO GOLF

Ages 8 and up
Want a taste of golf to see if you like the sport?Come join us for an introduction to the sport.An experienced golfer, and former high school coach, will help you learn the basics of the game: grip & basic swing,what each club is used for, and basic golf course etiquette.  Each participant will hit a bucket of balls under the guidance of the instructor.  All classes held at Red Mill Golf Practice Range in Perry.
Program Date
Session 4     September 13-October 18
Mondays  6-7pm

Member Cost: $59.00
Non-member Cost: $69.00


LEARN TO SKATE CLASS

Ages 6-12
Students learn how to fall safely, get up, the beginning stride, and the importance of safety gear. Lessons usually start on the grass to give the kids a chance to get used to being on skates and to practice basic skills.Skates are provided, if needed.Our smallest skate size is a children's 13.
Meeting Place: Skating Rink
Program Date
2011 dates available in March of 2011

 



OUTDOOR FALL SOCCER

Like all YMCA programs, the soccer program is mission driven.YMCA values say everybody plays regardless of ability.We do our best to balance the teams.There are no league standings, no all-stars or championships.Our focus is on building a community among the players that makes sports fun and by stressing cooperation over competition, fair play over winning at any cost, topping one's own best performance over topping others, and developing strong character over developing the next superstar.Players also have the opportunity to earn values awards.All games and practices held at the YMCA OFC soccer fields.

1st Game: September 11 (Games are always played on Saturday mornings on a rotating time schedule.)Schedules are available after practice begins.

Practices are held on weekday evenings.On the registration form you will be asked to provide us with at least two different acceptable practice nights.

Last Game: October 23 - Pizza parties and awards provided after all games.

Y Members
$52 if it REACHES US by the earlybirddeadline of July 31.
$62 if it REACHES US by the final deadline of August 7.

Non-members
$62 if it REACHES US by the earlybird deadline of July 31.
$72 If it REACHES US by the final deadline of August 7. 

No refunds after the first game.

 

Players are grouped by age ( 6-7) (8-9) (10-12). Each in their own league.Sorry, we cannot honor a request that would put a 7 year-old in with the 8- 9's or a 10 year-old in a lower age bracket, etc. When signing up we do ask you to limit yourself to ONE MUTUAL FRIEND REQUEST! One of our goals is to make new friends, therefore, we try our best to MIX THE TEAMS UP EACH SEASON rather than keeping them together.

Deadlines 

Please remember that soccer deadlines are ALWAYS around the beginning of March for spring soccer and the beginning of August for fall soccer.These deadlines apply only to the 6-12 year-old soccer.We take the 4 & 5 year-olds indefinitely because they are grouped in chronological age and are less structured than the older kids!



PRESCHOOL BASKETBALL

Ages 4-6
You're never too young to begin to improve self-confidence, physical fitness, and communication skills.Here at the YMCA OFC we try to do these things in an atmosphere of caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.BUT MOST OF ALL WE HAVE FUN!!!!Everybody plays, receives a T-shirt and a participation award.We generally have 5-10 children in this class.All sessions are held on our outdoor basketball courts with adjustable hoops.

Meeting Place: OFC Basketball Court

Program Dates
2011 dates available in March of 2011.

 



PRESCHOOL T-BALL

Ages 4-6
It's spring and that means baseball! We'll help build a healthy spirit, mind and body for your child thru a fun-filled program that begins to teach baseball FUNdamentals.Parent volunteer coaches lead the groups thru lesson plans and each session ends with a game.The children are divided into teams by age group.Everybody plays and receives a recognition award.There are no all-stars, championships or league standings-just good fun and exercise.All T-Ball activity is held on the soccer fields using throw- down bases. Pre-registration is required.
Meeting Place: Pavilion A
Program Date
2011 dates available in March of 2011.




TENNIS CAMPS

Ages 6 and up  Week long tennis camp focus's on developing the basic skills, learning the rules of the game and the importance of good sportsmanship.  A local high school coach utilizes age appropriate equipment and philosophy to create successful experiences while learning the fundamental of tennis.
Program Date
2011 dates available in March of 2011.



TENNIS LESSONS

Ages 6 and up
A local high school coach uses age appropriate equipment and philosophy that helps create sucessful experiences while learning the fundamentals of tennis.

Program Date
2011 dates will be available in March of 2011.



YOUTH BASEBALL

Ages 6-12
Explore baseball in a fun and safe environment.  Learn throwing, catching, and batting.  Learn field positions and basic concepts of the game.  Baseball activity is held on the soccer fields using throw down bases.  Open to boys and girls.
Program Date
2011 dates will be available in March of 2011.



YOUTH BASKETBALL

Ages 6-12
This class teaches the fundamentals of basketball.  Learn shooting, dribbling, passing, team work and more. 
Program Date
2011 dates will be available in March 2011.



YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

YMCA Flag Football is a recreational program designed for youngsters new to the sport of football as well as those not quite ready for tackle football.  Kids will learn how to play the sport, brush up on the rules, tactics, and skills, improve their game and most importantly have fun.
Program Date
September 11-October 16
Sat  2-3pm

Member Cost: $46.00
Non-member Cost: $56.00


YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS

Ages 6-9 and 10-12  Our kid friendly camps are great for anyone that wants to improve thier skills and knowledge of various sports and learn about sportsmenship along the way.  They are family friendly too, as the water park opens shortly after the camp is over.
Program Dates
2011 dates available in March of 2011.



YOUTH VOLLEYBALL

Ages 8-12.  Program focuses on teaching players the fundamentals of the game in a low key, positive atmosphere.  Players will learn how to bump, pass, spike, and the rules of the games.  Age appropriate equipment is used to create positive experiences for all players.
Progam Date
2011 dates availabel in March of 2011.