Wilkes Family YMCA
The Wilkes Family YMCA is active in the local community and offers a wide range of programs for the whole family including swim lessons, before- and after-school care, and youth sports. The Y includes a comprehensive Wellness Center with on-duty staff, group exercise programs, and SilverSneakers® classes. Dedicated to social responsibility with efforts such as the Wilkes on Wheels, childhood obesity prevention program for under-served children in Wilkes County.
Hours of Operation:Mon – Fri: 5:00am – 9:00pm |
Child Watch Hours:Nursery Y Kids’ Club
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Address & Phone1801 YMCA Blvd. Phone: (336) 838-3991 |
CPR/AED, O2, First Aid Class Schedule 2012
CPR/AED: $25 members and potential members
First Aid: $25 members and potential members
O2: $15 members and potential members
All In One: $45 members and potential members
Prerequisites Prior to Course: Must be 16 years old $45 members and potential members
Schedule: Friday 6-9pm, Saturday 9am-5pm
Session 1 March 2nd-3rd
Session 2 May 4th-5th
Session 3 August 3rd-4th
Session 4 November 2nd-3rd
For more detailed information about this program please see the official flyer. You can get one at the front desk at the Wilkes Family YMCA, Express YMCA, on our website at www.wilkesymca.org, or e-mail me at k.green@ymcanwnc.org.
For your convenience we would be happy to add you to our “Certifications” e-mail list. We send a personal e-mail reminding you when a class is beginning and we’ll even e-mail you the registration form. If you take a class we will occasionally take pictures and we e-mail them to you. We will NOT bog your e-mail down with junk mail. If you are interested in receiving e-mails notifying you or reminding you when a class starts or you would like a registration form sent to you or if you have questions, please e-mail me at k.green@ymcanwnc.org. We are more than happy to accommodate businesses, non-profits, and schools that have several employees that need certifying. Please contact us to make arrangements.
New Privileges for Teen and Pre-teen Members
A lot of growing up happens in your teen, tween and in-between years. The Y is a place where Middle and High School members should know that they always fit in. We’ve developed new Middle School and Wellness Orientations to ensure these members are prepared for increased access to our facilities in a safe, fun and successful environment. Click here for more information or see a Y staff member if you have any questions.
Daddy/Daughter Date Night
Make time for quality time with your daughter(s) and create memories that will last a lifetime. The Y is hosting a very special Daddy/Daughter Date Night where we will roll out the red carpet for you and your date complete with dancing, refreshments and laughter. Take your dance skills ‘virtual’ and try out our new Wii! Enter the dance contest, or just enjoy spending time with an evening just for your little one. Bring your camera to take pictures at our photo backdrop. Sign up early for discounted ticket price!
When:
Saturday, February 4, from 7 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Ticket price:
Now through 1/28/2012: $15/couple
1/29/2012 through 02/04/2012: $25/couple
Bringing more than one daughter? Just bring 2 cans of non-perishable cans of food and we’ll donate it to Samaritan’s Kitchen of Wilkes County.
Bandits Challenge Triathlon 2012
Event #10 of the Inside-Out Sports North Carolina Triathlon Series
Register at http://www.setupevents.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=event_detail&eventID=1951
Holiday Boot Camp
Stay in shape this holiday season! In a fun and motivating group setting you will blast away the pounds over the Holidays! Holiday Boot Camp is for the beginner through the advanced participant.
When? HBC will meet every Monday, Wednesday,
and Friday starting October 31st and running through December 23rd.
Where? The Wilkes Family YMCA
Time? 5am
Cost? $75.00 members, $125.00 potential members
Registration:
Registration starts October 1st and is limited to the first 40 participants. Register at the Wilkes Family YMCA or the Wilkes Express YMCA
More info: Heather Barnes at h.barnes@ymcanwnc.org
Adult Swim Lessons
Ages: 16 years and older
For the terrific to the absolutely terrified, the YMCA Adult Swim Lesson Program is designed to lay a good foundation for basic aquatic skills and develop strokes and techniques. We will customize your lesson to you!
Registration: Registration open now and ends the Friday before class.
Sessions:
Session 6: Oct. 25th- Nov. 17th
Classes held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times:
7:45 – 8:30pm
Cost:
$35 for members; $70 for potential members
Home School PE
Ages: grades K-12
These great 8-week sessions are designed to “keep kids active” by introducing them to a variety of fun activities while developing specific skills. Activities will include, but are not limited to:
- National Youth Fitness Standards
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Running
- Racquetball
- Water Polo & Water Safety
- Nutrition
For more info call (336) 838-3991. Registration required.
Hours: Wednesdays from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Sessions:
January 11 – February 29 (Gym/Sports and Swim)
Registration starts December 15
March 7 – April 25 (Presidential Fitness and Swim)
Registration starts January 15
May 2 – May 23 (Gym/Sports and Swim, Presidential Fitness, and end of year celebration!)
Registration starts March 15
Cost:
Members: $30 for 1 child, $65 for 3 or more children
Potential Members: $40 for 1 child, $85 for 3 or more children.
*All semester long, you can register by the end of the current session and receive $5 off the following session!