FAMILY ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

All YMCA Enrichment Programs are now value-added benefits to your membership. All programs are offered on an ongoing basis and no registration is required. In order to fulfill the need of all children, parent participation is required to participate in any enrichment activity. Activity schedules are available at the Welcome Center.

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS
Ages 4-5
This class will be an introduction to sports for your preschooler. We will cover a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, t-ball, and tennis. We will incorporate sportsmanship and learning with playing and fun.

TUMBLING
Ages 3-5, 6+
This class is great for boys and girls. Classes are structured toward safe and correct execution and evaluation of skills on floor and beam.

RUNNERS & JUMPERS
Ages 2-3
This program is designed to maximize the physical abilities of those who can run and jump. Activities will increase coordination, discovery, and imagination. Sing-a-longs, simple games and some basic sports concepts will encourage self-confidence and participation in group activities.

PINT-SIZED PICASSOS
Ages 18 months – 3 Years
This class gives you and your young child the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and create art! In this setting, the process of creating the art is our first priority. Some mediums explored may be finger painting, easel painting, stamping, and more.

INTRO TO BALLET
Ages 3-5, 6-9
Learn this beautiful art form. Class will develop patterns and skills to enhance poise and coordination. Other activities are extension, flexibility and grace. Ballet shoes are required.

ADVENTURES IN ART
Ages 3-5
Your child will begin their adventure in art through a variety of themes, mediums and activities.

BOOK COOKS
Ages 3-5
Grab your chef hats and come join us for a cooking experience that will be delightful! We will combine literature books with cooking activities. During each lesson, we will also incorporate math skills such as counting, measuring, and number recognition. Bring your little chefs and their appetite too!

WILD WACKY SCIENCE
Ages 6-9
Your junior scientist will experience various scientific principles through hands on activities such as making rockets, volcanoes, slime, and much more!

AMERICAN GIRL CLUB
Ages 6-10
Spend an evening a month with girls like you and your American Girl dolls. Read about the girls and the times in which they lived. Discuss how life is different now. Make related crafts. Get to know the other girls’ dolls and how they spend their time together. One night will be a special tea party.

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP/CLUB
Ages 16+
You do not have to be an artist to take this class. Learn the basic techniques of watercolor.

BIG FOREST NATION
The M.E. Lyons YMCA Y Guides, Y Princess and Trailblazers programs help develop positive relationships between fathers and their children grades K-6th. Tribes are formed around school and neighborhood groupings with six to ten parent/child couples. Tribes meet monthly, September through May. Under the guidance of their dads, kids have the freedom to explore their interests in a creative and imaginative way. Regular meetings combine ceremony and programming which includes crafts, games, or storytelling. The central theme of the program draws upon the culture of the Native American Indian to help promote a positive and lasting relationship between parents and children. Monthly events are held for all program participants including campouts, roller skating, bowling, pinewood derby and much more. For more information, check out our website: www.bigforest.org.

RED CROSS SAFETY CLASSES
FIRST AID FOR LITTLE PEOPLE
Ages 4-6, 7-9
This first aid and safety program teaches basic first aid and how to respond in an emergency.

ON OUR OWN
Grades 1-5
Reduce your worry when the kids are home alone. Children will learn simple rules and procedures to ensure safety when home alone. Children in grades 1 3 must attend class with an older sibling.

BABYSITTING
Ages 11-15
Students will learn accident prevention, diapering, feeding and emergency first aid. You’ll learn how to prepare for your job as a babysitter.