CLASS SCHEDULES

Group Exercise Schedule*
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YOUTH SPORTS

KinderSoccer (ages 3-5)

This introductory class will prepare your child for the game of soccer through basic fundamentals. These "FUN"damentals will include kicking, dribbling, and teamwork. All classes build on the ability and pace of the participants.

Biddy Basketball (ages 3-5)

This co-ed class will teach your child the basics of the game including dribbling, passing, defense, and shooting using fun drills and games. All classes build on the ability and pace of the participants.

Pee Wee Sports Sampler (ages 3-5)

This co-ed class will introduce your youngster to a variety of sports and games, including basketball, baseball, soccer, and floor hockey. All classes build on the ability and pace of the participants.

Junior Baseball (ages 6-9)

This class will focus on the game of baseball through instruction, including hitting, throwing, fielding, conditioning, and positional play.

Junior Soccer (ages 6-9)

This class will build upon the KinderSoccer class at a more rapid pace and teach positional play and game strategy.

Junior Basketball (ages 6-9)

This class builds on the basics of basketball, introduces plays, and teaches common drills. All classes build on the ability and pace of the participants.

Homeschool PE (ages 5-13)

Activities include sports, PE games, cooperative games, fitness, and more with recreational swimming every Thursday.

Sports Scrimmage (ages 8-11, 12-15)

Do you just want to play your favorite sports such as basketball, hockey, soccer, and flag football in a league-like atmosphere? This co-ed class offers you that chance to play your favorite sports and improve stamina and knowledge of the game!

Fall Soccer League (ages 2 1/2-13)

This fall league will give your child the opportunity to play soccer in a fun-filled environment. The league focuses on fun, instruction, teamwork, and sportsmanship at all times. Every child plays and everyone is a winner! Fee includes a uniform, weekday practice, Saturday games, and awards ceremony.

Fall Baseball League (ages 2 1/2-13)

This fall league will give your child the opportunity to play baseball in a relaxed atmosphere and have fun when doing so. This league focuses on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Every child plays and everyone is a winner! Fee includes a team T-shirt, weekday practice, Saturday games, and awards ceremony.

Fall Flag Football League (ages 13-18)

This new and exciting flag football league will teach the basic fundamentals of the game. The rules will be unlike tackle football, but the skills learned will be the same. Your child will learn to catch, pass, and show off his or her speed. Fee includes jersey, weekday practice, Saturday games, and end-of-session banquet and awards.

YOUTH DANCE

Basic Movement and Dance (ages 3-5)

This class combines elementary dance principles with music, fun, and creativity. Students will work on improving their balance, coordination, and rhythm.

Beginning Ballet (ages 3-6)

This class introduces your child to a variety of movement, including ballet basics and elementary floor exercises. Participants will dance in an end-of-session performance and receive awards. This class moves at the pace and ability of its participants. Participants should wear a leotard and ballet slippers.

Beginning Tap Dancing (ages 5-7)

This class introduces your child to the basics of tap dancing and moves at the pace of its participants. Students will present an end-of session performance.

Advanced Tap Dancing (ages 7-14)

This class builds on beginning tap at a faster pace. Students will present an end-of-session performance.

Kindernastics (ages 3-5, 6-9)

Learn the fundamentals of gymnastics in a fun atmosphere. This class will develop coordination, motor skills, and flexibility using an array of gymnastic equipment.

Beginning Cheer (ages 5-7, 8-11)

This introductory class will introduce your young cheerleader to basic cheers and moves. This class moves at the pace of its participants. Student will perform learned routines.

Fun-n-Fitness (ages 1-3)

This parent-child class focuses on early socialization of children as they climb, jump, and run to music in our padded gym.

YOUTH ENRICHMENT

Pre-School Music (ages 2 1/2-5)

This class will cover fundamental music concepts such as rhythm, singing, listening, body awareness, and percussive instrumentation.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Tennis

As long as the weather permits, we offer group, semi-private, and private tennis instruction for students from beginner to advanced levels. Beginners will learn the basic four to five shots of tennis. Advanced beginners will continue improvements of ground strokes and start game playing. Intermediate and advanced players will work on perfecting strategy and knowledge of the game. No matter what your level, learn new skills and strategies while improving your game and meeting new players. Call the Fitness Director at (301) 585-2120, ext. 2515, for a tennis profile. Click here for more information.

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ADULT DANCE

Belly Dance

This class will focus on core strength, body acceptance, isolations, and musical interpretation as well as building body, mind, and spirit, integrity, and strength. Alongside the breakdown and drilling of movements, the instructor will create a comfortable and challenging space to move with intuition and expression. Special attention will be placed on each student's level and learning style. Come and learn what your body can do as you shake, shimmy, and undulate. No previous dance knowledge required!

Progressive Salsa

Salsa, merengue, mambo -- following the latin beat is a fun way to burn calories! You will learn the basic elements of salsa music -- timing, rhythm, and step variations. These classes are for all fitness levels. Partners are recommended but not required.

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Cardiovascular Orientation

How do I use the elliptical machine? What are the proper adjustments on the recumbent bike? What group fitness classes should I attend? All these questions are answered in this 30-minute orientation.

Equipment Orientation

Learn to use the Life Fitness strength equipment. A member of our Wellness staff will introduce you to six machines in the Life Fitness circuit. You will be shown proper seat settings, range of motion, and lifting technique.

FitLinxx(TM) Orientation

This is a one-time meeting with a FitLinxx trainer to help design a personalized fitness program using the computerized Cybex Eagle strength equipment. Your workout is tracked by computer. The FitLinxx program saves each strength training and cardio workout allowing you to track your progress. You may sign up for periodic reviews with a trainer.

4-Week Program

If you want to begin an exercise program but don't know where to begin then this program is for you! This program offers guidance, motivation, and structure to help you begin and stay with your fitness regime. Participants will meet with a trainer once a week for four weeks. The goal of the program is to develop a physical, active, healthy lifestyle.

Personal Training

Personal training is for everybody. Whether you are a novice or avid exerciser, a personal trainer will design a program based on your unique individual goals. You may be an athlete looking to perfect your game. You may have been working out for years and reached a plateau, or you may be a middle-aged Baby Boomer looking to slow the hands of time. A personal trainer will design a program specifically for you. Please call the Wellness Director at (301) 585-2120, ext. 2515.

One-on-One Personal Training and Training Partners

We offer individualized as well as partner training packages. Call the Fitness Director at (301) 585-2120, ext.2514 for a FREE consultation and package pricing information.

Fitness Assessment

Measure your blood pressure, body composition, resting heart rate, and much more. Know where you are now so you can make goals for the future. A fitness assessment is a concrete way to track your fitness progress. Call the Fitness Director at (301) 585-2120, ext. 2515, to make an appointment.

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GROUP HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Aerobic Classes

CardioLite

A low impact class with an emphasis on improving posture, balance, range of motion, flexibility, and muscle strength. Enjoy recess and relaxation segments also.

Dance 'n' Tone

An easy-to-follow choreographed dance aerobics class, plus a complete muscle-toning segment.

Hi/Low Aerobics

Moderate to high intensity cardiovascular workout followed by a cool-down and floor work.

Cardio 'n' Sculpt

A complete workout using a combination of hi/low, kickboxing, and Step followed by a strength training segment using body bars, hand weights, and tubing.

 

Kickboxing

An intense workout incorporating boxing and kickboxing moves.

Boot Camp

A military-style workout incorporating obstacle course, running drills, calisthenics, strength training, and core strengthening exercises. Meets outside. (10-week sessions with breaks in between sessions.)

Step

This fun-filled workout uses an adjustable step. There are several classes to choose from designed to meet the needs of any individual's fitness level.

Group Cycle Classes

Cycle classes are a great way to burn the most calories in the least amount of time. Come and experience the ride of a lifetime! We will also be offering specialty cycle classes. Call the Wellness Director or check our website for Group Cycle schedules.

Strengthening Classes

Core Conditioning

Focus is given to quads, glutes, hamstrings, abs, and low back muscles. The instructor will teach you how to strengthen your core muscles for improved posture and functional strength.

Muscle Up!

This isn't your parents' strength training class! Our nationally certified personal trainers will take you through a total body workout that will leave you stronger and leaner.

Pilates Level 1

An introduction to the basic principles of Pilates. Attention is given to breathing and proper form.

Get on the Ball

Using a stability ball, learn strength and balance exercises designed to improve core strength and flexibility.

Awesome Abs

This entire class focuses on abdominal work.

Stretch, Strengthen and Align

Blends stretching exercises with basic Pilates postures to improve flexibility, core awareness, and postural alignment.

Iron Maiden Lifting Club

This female-only class consists of several workout stations. Each station highlights a different muscle group. By the end of the class, each woman experiences a great total body workout as well as a great bonding time with her classmates.

Yoga Classes

Flow Yoga

The instructor will lead you through continuous movement, making this an intermediate to advanced level class.

Yoga Level I

This intro to yoga class introduces thousand-year-old yoga poses with slightly modified fitness-oriented movements.

SPECIALIZED HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Advanced Core Conditioning

Improve your abdominal strength for better posture, appearance, and prevention of lower back problems. This one-hour class includes stretching, serious abdominal work with added concentration on hips, thighs and gluteals, and a cool-down.

Speed and Agility Conditioning (SAC)

Calling all athletes (and would-be athletes)! This class will help you gain speed, strength, and endurance. Learn to jump higher, run faster, and quicken your "first step." Plyometric training is the base of this high-energy, fun-filled class.

Co-ed Karate/Self-Defense (ages 4 and older -- all levels)

This program specializes in self-defense, confidence building, and discipline development. Techniques include Karate, Ju-Jitsu, and flexibility exercises.

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MIND/BODY HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Gentle Yoga

This class is for beginner and continuing yoga students. Based on Hatha Yoga, this class is a synthesis of various yoga traditions. The emphasis is on breath-linked movement, flowing from one position to another -- integrating alignment, stretching, and strengthening, with a focus on the mind-body connection.

Beginning/Continuing Hatha Yoga

Learn a complementary series of physical postures, breathing, deep relaxation, and meditation derived from an ancient system of holistic health and self-actualization.

Yoga Level 2

Take your yoga experience to the next level.

Pilates Level 2

This mat-based class concentrates on perfecting Pilates technique and movements.

Tai Chi

Tai C'hi is a form of movement that includes awareness of balance, spiral flow throughout the muscle and tendon structure of the body, breathing to stimulate the facia (connective tissues), and the awareness of Qi, a manifestation of vital energy that is the underlying basis for life. Qigong is the basic cultivation of Qi within the body to strengthen the immune system and internal organ function.

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CHILD CARE

Your child is discovering all kinds of new worlds. That's why at YMCA Child Care we carefully design every activity to expand your kid's imagination and encourage lifelong positive values. Their newfound confidence naturally strengthens the relationship they have with you, and that progression is at the heart of our philosophy -- good child care is good family care. We offer: field trips, nutritious snacks, age-appropriate curriculum, winter and spring break camps, experienced professional staff, half-day and holiday special events, fun-filled activities, sports and fitness activities, enrichment activities, supervised homework time, and swimming classes.

Full- and part-time YMCA Child Care is divided into specific, age-appropriate programs that provide your kids with high-quality and enjoyable experiences. For infants and toddlers, personal attention, rich sensory experiences, and a generous supply of giggles are a big part of their day. Preschoolers learn the importance of making choices, taking turns, developing language skills, and working in a group while they play games and create to the limits of their imagination. School-aged kids join in a variety of experiences including: service-learning, science, reading, and developing and practicing social skills. They gather in a safe environment that focuses on making friends, building relationships, staying active, and exercising leadership skills.

YMCA Silver Spring Child Development Center Preschool (ages 18 months-5 years)

The goal of the YMCA Silver Spring Child Devlopment Center is to help each child develop to his/her fullest potential by providing a safe, supportive, challenging,  and caring environment that allows each child the opportunity to learn through friends, exploration, choice, socialization, and creative play.

YMCA Silver Spring Schools Out Activity Club (ages 5-12)

Takoma Park Elementary School Site
7511 Holly Avenue, Takoma Park

Indian Spring Recreation Center Site
9717 Fairway Avenue, Silver Spring
Transportation: Children enrolled in East Silver Spring, Oakview, Highland View, Forest Knolls, New Hampshire Estate, and Rolling Terrace Elementary ride school buses directly to our site.

Oakland Terrace Elementary School Site
2780 Plyers Mill Road, Silver Spring

Loiederman Middle School
12701 Goodhill Road, Silver Spring

Eastern Middle School
300 University Blvd. East, Silver Spring

White Oak Middle School Site
12201 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring

Babysitting Services (ages 6 months-12 years)

Quality babysitting services are available for parents while they use the YMCA facilities or take classes or attend programs. Parents must be at the YMCA while their child is in our care.

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VOLUNTEER

YMCAs are among the nation's leading volunteer organizations. Our volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Their time and talent go a long way. Every hour spent as a YMCA volunteer translates into the caring attention a child or teen needs to grow up healthy, happy, strong, and successful.

If you are interested in volunteering at the YMCA Silver Spring, please fill out the volunteer opportunities described in more detail to ensure the best match within the YMCA. No matter how you choose to volunteer, you make a big difference as you work with others to create a feeling of connected community. If interested or to learn more about volunteer opportunities, click here or call (301) 585-2120.

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For further information on these and other programs offered at the
YMCA Silver Spring, please download our
Program Guide or call (301) 585-2120.