RIDGEWOOD STUDIOS
In an effort to better serve all our members, the Y-Express inside Parmatown Mall has been converted to the
Ridgewood Studios, a facility dedicated to group exercise, cycling, and more. The cardio and weight machines have been removed from the facility and transferred to the Ridgewood YMCA, opening more room in the former Y-Express for more group exercise and programming options, and giving the Ridgewood Family YMCA more modern equipment with more options.
In addition we have modified the hours of operation to reflect the group exercise class schedule. The child watch room and hours remain unchanged at the time of publication.
For our valued members – there is no change to your membership, fees or dues.
For more information, please stop by the front desk at the Ridgewood Family YMCA or the Ridgewood Studios, or call us at 440.842.5200 (Ridgewood Family YMCA) or 440.887.0430 (Ridgewood Studios). |
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AQUATICS
Swim Lessons
This winter we add a new feature to our lineup of swim instruction: the Swim Academy. Our goal is to provide high quality swim instruction to children of all ages and skill levels. Participants in the YMCA Swim Academy learn water safety and various swimming skills.
The winter sessions will run from January 7 -- Feburary 10 and February 11-- March 17.
Registration begins Monday December 17. For more information please contact Aquatics Director Michelle Eibel at (440) 842-5200.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class
Become certified in Lifesaving, First Aid, CPR, & AED. Participants must be at least 15 years of age and must pass a prerequisite swim test before being accepted into the class. Classes meet once per week for six weeks. All classes meet on Monday evenings from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Cost is $250, and the session runs January 14 through February 18.
For more information on this or any other program, please contact Aquatics Director Michelle Eibel at (440) 842-5200.
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NEW STAFF
Please welcome Carmen Quintana, Shannon Stiles and Michelle Gaiser to our Health & Wellness Staff. Carmen will be teaching Zumba; Shannon teaches Y-Cycle, Power Sculpt and Quick Fit Express, and Michelle will be leading Power Sculpt and Pilates Express classes. |
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Check out our new group exercise classes.
Personal Training – Individual and Group packages available.
Stop wasting your time in the gym, and take your training to a higher level. Our certified personal trainers use their knowledge of proven exercise principles and specialized training techniques to help you achieve your goals. Your personal trainer will design and implement a program customized to your unique physical condition, goals and preferences. Work out one-on-one with a personal trainer or gather a friend or two and work as a team. Our certified personal trainers use their knowledge of proven exercise principles and specialized training techniques to help all of you achieve your goals. Your personal trainer will design and implement a program customized to the desires of your group. Fees are per person.
Estelle Lekas, the Greater Cleveland YMCA’s Corporate Wellness Director, gave a lecture on W.E.I.G.H.T. The lecture was well-attended – with 22 people in the class – and was very well received, so look for more nutritional lectures in the future.
Wellness Coordinator Julie Stavole was recently certified as an ASHI (American Health & Safety Institutes) Trainer. She can now certify others in CRP, First Aid, AED and Emergency Oxygen Administration.
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A MESSAGE FROM BRANCH DIRECTOR GARY GUZY
Your Ridgewood Family YMCA continues to strive for excellence in the area of programming. We continue to be the community leader in the areas of Aquatics, Youth Sports, Wellness, Senior and Family Programming. We strive to develop and run quality programs that are beneficial For Youth Development, For Healthy Living, and For Social Responsibility.
Over the past few years the Ridgewood Family YMCA has seen significant growth in their Aquatic Safety, Instructional Swim Lessons and Swim Team programs.
In 2012 the Ridgewood Family YMCA taught over 3000 children how to swim and graduated close to 50 participants in our Lifeguard Classes. In addition to instructional swimming, we have the areas largest YMCA Swim Team.
The Ridgewood Y Dolphins Swim Team has over 130 members on its team ages 5 to 18 and practices out of both the Ridgewood and North Royalton YMCA’s. The YMCA offer two competitive swim seasons; one in September - March and the other April – August. The Dolphins Swim Team competes in both YMCA swimming as well as United States swimming.
In addition to being the leader in our community in Aquatics, the Ridgewood Family YMCA continues to offer a variety of quality sports programs to children of all ages.
Last we year we had over 1,000 children participate in our Skills Classes, Sports Leagues and our Family Adventure Programs.
We will again be holding one of our most popular Youth Sports Leagues this upcoming Spring and Summer, which is our Youth T-Ball League. In addition to offering a variety of sports programs we also offer summer sports camps and day camps. Come check out our new Lowe’s Heroes Sports Field behind the YMCA and sign up for a program.
We hope that you find our programs enjoyable and suitable to your needs. Our staff is here for you. If there is anything we can do to assist you in having a more enjoyable experience at your YMCA, we want to know. Please stop in and share your ideas. We appreciate you choosing the Ridgewood Family YMCA and helping us to become our community’s leader in the areas of Aquatics, Youth Sports, Wellness, Senior and Family Programming.
Gary A. Guzy
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RIDGEWOOD VOLUNTEER
CELEBRATES 15 YEARS
This past September, Marie Chick celebrated 15 years serving as a volunteer at the Ridgewood Family YMCA. She is a resident of Parma and started volunteering at the Ridgewood YMCA in 1997.
Before becoming a volunteer she worked 47 years as Secretary to the Branch Manager at General Motors Acceptance Corporation. Marie says it was impossible to just sit around when she retired. Consequently, she has been keeping busy with her volunteer work, with the loving support of her husband of 54 years, Steve.
“It all began 15 years ago, while I was attending an exercise class. I noticed they needed help at the front desk and decided to volunteer my services.”
Her commitment did not end with the front desk; she also served as a Ridgewood YMCA Advisory Board Member from 2002-2005 and was named Ridgewood YMCA “Volunteer of the Year” in 2004.
Two other groups are fortunate to have Marie as a member as well. She belongs to a senior group associated with Holy Family Catholic Church in Parma as well as the GMAC Board associated with General Motors. In addition to all Marie’s commitments, she makes time for other older seniors who are alone and need assistance.
Whenever a ride is needed to a doctor, or errands are to be run, Marie is glad to help.
Even with all of her obligations, Marie is still able to make time for fun.
She particularly enjoys going on local bus trips.
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YOUTH SPORTS AND PROGRAMMING
Youth basketball leagues are back! Session 2 of our youth basketball leagues begins the week of January 7, and runs through March 2. Leagues available for the following age groups: coed leagues for ages 3-4 and 5-6; boys and girls (Power in Pink) leagues for ages 7-8, 9-10 and 11-12.
Cheerleading league –available for participants ages 3-5, 6-9 and 9-12. One practice per week (to be determined) as well as cheering at the basketball league games.
Dodgeball League – starts the week of January 7. Dodgeball league meets Wednesday nights at 6:15, and is open to boys and girls ages 6-12.
Sports Skills Classes – please visit our website to check out the variety of Youth Fall Skill Classes – Basketball Skills, Soccer Skills, Sports of All Sorts, and more.
Kids Night In – runs once per month on Friday nights. Leave the kids in the care of the YMCA Youth Sports staff, and enjoy a night out. Check the website for dates and times.
Teen Leaders Club is a nationally recognized program offering kids grades 6-12 the chance to interact in their community while developing “life-time skills” and self-esteem. The program is free, and the Club meets every Monday from 7:30 - 9 p.m.
For more information on our programs, please contact Matt Darby or stop by or call the front desk at 440-842-5200. You can also visit us online for more information.
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ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS
We have a wide variety of Active Older Adults activities scheduled for this winter, including bus trips, luncheons and seminars. Please check with the front desk at the Ridgewood Family YMCA for updated schedules and itineraries, or contact Active Older Adults Coordinator Jeanne Sutyak at 440.842.5200 for more information.
Bus trips:
January (Date TBD) – Hollywood Casino; Columbus, OH.
Free Seminars:
Dates and topics to be announced.
Luncheons:
Monthly luncheons to local businesses. Please check with Active Older Adults coordinator Jeanne Sutyak (440.842.5200) for more information on dates and times.
Life Line Screenings
Kick off the New Year with a commitment toward better health. On January 4 the Ridgewood Family YMCA will be host to Life Line Screening, sponsored by St. Vincent Charity Medical Center. Screenings and assessments range from $35 to $60 individually, or you can select packages for $139 or $149. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, please call 1-800-325-9458 and use Source Code HSC3057. For each pre-registration using this Source Code, Life Line Screening will donate $10 to the Annual Campaign, and you will receive $10 off your screening package. |
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CHILD CARE
The YMCA of Greater Cleveland provides full-day, licensed child care programs during the summer for children ages 5 through 12 (children must have completed kindergarten). Caring, experienced, well-trained staff guide campers throughout their day.
The Ridgewood Family YMCA’s summer day camp is located at Divinity Lutheran Church (11877 Blossom Avenue in Parma Heights). Activities include swimming, games, field trips and more.
Summer day camp is coming soon! Check out our website – www.clevelandymca.org – for more information. Summer camp is open daily from 7 am – 6 pm and offers both full time (4-5 days attendance) and part time (1-3 days attendance) rates.
We are currently accepting enrollments for the program! Weekly rates are as follows: full-time (4-5 days per week) is $130 per child, while part-time (1-3 days per week) is $95 per child.
For more information on how to register, please visit our website contact Kate Turner.
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ANNUAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE
Youth Development. Healthy Living. Social Responsibility.
As a cause-driven and mission-based organization, these areas of focus are central to our purpose. But how do we develop youth, promote healthy living and be socially responsible when so many families are struggling to make ends meet, let alone have discretionary income for YMCA memberships or programs? Answer: through our Annual Campaign scholarship program.
Through the Annual Campaign, the YMCA is able to help subsidize membership and program costs to members who want to participate in YMCA but may not be able to pay the full rate for programs, swim lessons, memberships, day camps and more.
To be able to offer this assistance the Ridgewood Family YMCA relies on members, guests, local businesses and the entire community for donations. All the money raised through the Strong Kids Campaign stays right here in our community, and serves children and families in Parma, Parma Heights, Seven Hills, Brooklyn and North Royalton.
The Ridgewood Family YMCA and Y-Express does not turn anyone away because of the inability to pay. We know that the Ridgewood Family YMCA gives back to our community through offering scholarships for memberships as well as for YMCA Programs. There is a unique experience when you walk into the YMCA or participate in one of our programs such as swim lessons, group cycling and aerobics, karate, cheerleading, basketball, dance, dodge ball, and even gymnastics. Through all of our programs we strive to help children develop valuable skills, gain confidence, build self-esteem and stay healthy.
Our 2013 Annual Campaign goal is $28,000. One hundred percent of your donation is tax deductible, and the funds will be used as you designate. If you can make a donation, or know a business or community member who could make a donation, please contact Tim Pinchek at the North Royalton Family YMCA at 440.230.9339, or via email.
In November the branch hosted a Zumbathon, under the direction of Wellness Coordinator Julie Stavole and Zumba Instructor Carmen Quintana. With 42 members, staff and guests in attendance, we raised $420 for the 2012 Annual Campaign.
We kick off 2013 with a chance to keep on eye on your health and help support our Annual Campaign. On January 4 the Ridgewood Family YMCA will be host to Life Line Screening, sponsored by St. Vincent Charity Medical Center. Screenings and assessments range from $35 to $60 individually, or you can select packages for $139 or $149. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, please call 1-800-325-9458 and use Source Code HSC3057. For each pre-registration using this Source Code, Life Line Screening will donate $10 to the Annual Campaign, and you will receive $10 off your screening package.
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