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Springfield Family YMCA

Did you know the Springfield Family YMCA has been serving the Springfield/Clark County area since 1854?  We are one of the oldest YMCA's in the United States. 

The Springfield Family YMCA strengthens the foundations of our community through well-being and fitness, camps, family time, swim, sports and play, and other activities for people of all ages, and abilities. We’re more than just a place to work out. At the Y, we help build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all with the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility at the heart of everything we do.

With a commitment to nurturing youth development, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility, the Y ensures that every individual has access to the essentials needed to learn, grow and thrive. Please stop in and visit, take a tour and become a member of your Springfield Family YMCA.

Together we can make a difference!

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Springfield Family YMCA Update May 17, 2013

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Update

Springfield Family YMCA Update
May 17, 2013


YMCA NEWS
YMCA Memorabilia
We have 7 Cat’s Meow YMCA collectibles for sale.  They are priced at $20.00 apiece.  Please contact Brenda Trinkle at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you would like to purchase one of these keepsakes!

 
 We are also selling copies of T.C. McMillen's book, "The Springfield, Ohio YMCA 1854-1954".  These books are available for purchase at our front desk for $5.00 apiece.

Farmers Market
Our farmers market is returning on Wednesday’s from 10 am – 2 pm!  Stay tuned for the opening date and the fresh, locally grown produce that will be available for purchase.

Aquatics
Until further notice, the 5:30-6:15 pm Deep Water Running Class on Tuesday and Thursday nights has been cancelled due to low attendance.  

Youth
YMCA Summer Camp – June 3 – August 16
Calling all campers!  Our YMCA Summer Camp is scheduled and will begin the week of June 3 and run through August 16.  We have a lot of exciting things planned for this summer, including; weekly field trips, weekly visits to parks, swimming and many other fun activities.  The cost is $100/wk. for members and $120/wk. for non-members.  Our summer camp is Title XX approved.  Summer camp will be held at the Springfield Family YMCA Town and Country Child Care Center at 2430 Van Buren Avenue. Registration forms are available at the YMCA front desk.
 
We are also seeking sponsors for Summer Camp field trips.  Upcoming field trips include; The Columbus Zoo, COSI, Columbus Clippers Baseball Game, Putt-Putt, Splash Zone Water Park and Young’s Jersey Dairy.  Please contact our Youth Director, Brandon Lambert at 323-3781 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you would like to contribute to our Summer Camp.
 
Gymnastics
Registration is open for Beginner and Intermediate gymnastics. Beginner Gymnastics is for ages 2 1/2 to 4 years of age and meets Saturday’s from 10 am to 10:45 am. The session dates are May 18, 25, and June 8, 15, 22, and 29.  Intermediate Gymnastics is for ages 5-13 years and meets Saturday's from 9 am to 9:45 am.  The session dates are May 18, 25, and June 8, 15, 22, and 29.  The Price is $35.00 for members and $90.00 for non-members. There is a 15 person max per class.

Childcare
Our preschool graduation is right around the corner (Thursday May 30th).  Our theme is "Disney Movies".   If you have any Disney-type decorations that we could borrow please e-mail Tammie at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  

Are you in need of summer child care for your child ages 18 months to 5 years?  We have limited openings.   Please call Tammie at The Y Child Care at Town & Country for availability (323-2123) or e-mail her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Our experienced teachers are there to help your child learn and play.  We swim at the Y and have water play every Friday during the summer.  Come and see our facility on Van Buren Ave.! 

Health & Wellness
BodyWyse
Join us this summer for Body Wyse! Our goal is to help you maintain or get you started with a healthy lifestyle by the end of the 8 weeks!  Once registered, you will be assigned to a team and a team captain who will help to motivate and push you to a healthier lifestyle!  Body Wyse meetings will be on Mondays from 7pm — 8pm at various outdoor locations in town!  At these meetings, you will weigh in with your team, and either compete in a challenge or be guided through a workout.  Let us help you stay motivated this summer!  BodyWyse will run June 3rd through July 22nd.  The program fee is $50 and nonmembers will receive a 2 month membership to the YMCA.  Sign up at the front desk! Reminders:
Kroger Community Rewards Program
The YMCA is now registered in the Kroger Community Rewards Program. The form outlining how to register your Kroger Plus card with the Springfield Family YMCA can be accessed HERE Our NPO number is 83007.

Box Tops, Campbell Soup Labels, Tyson
The YMCA has begun to collect Box Tops For Education, Campbell Labels For Education and Tyson Project A+ Labels. These labels will either earn cash for the Y or points that can be used to purchase products. Please save the labels from these products and bring them to the YMCA. We are in the process of getting collection boxes to be placed in the lobby at the YMCA and at our Town & Country Childcare Center. A list of participating Campbell can be viewed HERE

Farmer’s Market at the YMCA
Every Wednesday, Eric Brady and Cindy Moore are selling fresh, locally grown produce in the YMCA



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