aquatics - Greater Pittston YMCA

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CLASSES
Class Dates and Times
Course 2
Friday, June 5
Saturday, June 13
Sunday, June 14
Monday, June 15
5pm – 8pm
8am – 4pm
10am – 4pm
5pm – 8pm
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguard course is to
provide entry level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and
skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies
and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies,
injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical
services (EMS) personnel take over.
AQUATICS
Minimum age 15 on or before the final scheduled class
Pass precourse swim test:
 Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control
and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front
crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but swimming
on the back or side is not allowed, goggles permitted.
 Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs.
 Starting in the water, swim 20 yards, surface dive to a depth
of 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10 pound object, return to surface
and swim 20 yards with legs only and exit the water in 1
minute 40 seconds (goggles are not permitted).
 100% class attendance and participation
 Pass both a water skills test and written exam
AMERICAN RED CROSS WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR (WSI)
Prerequisites:
 16 years of age on or before the last date of the course
 Complete online Blended Learning before the first day of
class, link will be emailed to you once you have registered for
the class
 Complete precourse session which includes:
 Swim the following skills at a learn-to-swim Level 4
1. Front Crawl-25 yards.
2. Back Crawl-25 yards.
3. Breaststroke-25 yrds.
4. Elementary Backstroke-25 yards.
5. Sidestroke-25 yards.
6. Butterfly-25 yards.
 Maintain position on back 1 minute in deep water (sculling is
allowed)
 Tread water 1 minute
Requirements:
In order to become a Water Safety Instructor you must complete
the precourse skills, attend all classes, participate and be
prepared for the four teach-back assignments and score at least
an 80% on the final written exam. All class participants must
arrive on time, have homework assignments finished and ready for
review each day of class and receive feedback from fellow
classmates with maturity and an open-mind.
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Certification Includes:
Once you have completed the Water Safety Instructor course
you will be certified to teach:
Participants must attend all days/times for the course. The
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Learn-To-Swim (6 Levels)
courses are Blended Learning. A portion of the classroom learning
will be e-learning at home, while all skills will be conducted at the  Parent and Child Aquatics (2 Levels)
YMCA. Participants will pay an additional Blended Learning Fee
 Pre-School Aquatics (3 Levels)
($35) for the online access. This MUST be paid by credit card in
 Adult Aquatic Training (3 Levels)
order to access the online material.
 Water Safety Outreach, includes
1. Basic Water Rescue
Course Fees
2. Personal Water Safety
Member $200
3. Safety Training for Swim Coaches*
Non Member $225
4. Water Safety Today
5. Water Safety presentations, which include the
NONREFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $30 due at registration; balance
following:
due after pre course test, which is held the first hour of the first
6. General Water Safety
class
7. Home Pool Safety
8. Parent Orientation to Swim Lessons
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD RENEWAL COURSE
9. Sun Safety
This course is designed to re-certify a current American Red Cross
10. Rip Current Safety
Lifeguard. Candidates must have a current American Red Cross
11. Longfellow's W.H.A.L.E. Tales
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer card and a current
American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid card. This class will Course Length:
The Blended Learning course is 30 hours long based on 6
renew your lifeguard, first and CPR/AED certifications.
students. This class includes an on-line portion that must be
completed prior to the first day of class. Participants must
This course is Blended Learning. A portion of the classroom
complete all 30 hours to be eligible for certification.
learning will be e-learning at home, while all skills will be
conducted at the YMCA. Particpants will pay an additional fee of
Course Dates:
$27 for the on-line access. This MUST be paid by credit card in
Friday, May 29 5pm - 8:30pm
order to access the on-line material. This must be completed at
Friday, June 5 5pm – 8:30pm
least one week prior to the actual class meting.
Saturday, June 6 7:30am – 5pm
Class Dates and Times
Sunday, June 7 10am – 5pm
Course 1
Course 2
Saturday, April 4 7:30am – 4pm Saturday, May 9 7:30am – 4pm Cost
Member $250
Non Member $275
Course Fees:
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $30 due at registration; balance
Member
$120
due after pre-course test, which is held the first hour of the first
Non-Member
$135
class.
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $30 due at registration; balance
due after pre-course test, which is held the first hour of the first There is an American Red Cross fee of $35 that must be paid to
the American Red Cross that is in addition to the Pittston YMCA
class.
fee for the course. Once you register for the class with the
Pittston YMCA you will be emailed a link to the American Red
Cross where you will be walked through the registration steps and
asked to pay the fee. You will also be able to complete the on-line
portion of the course with this link.
JOINER FEE
MEMBERSHIP Join the Greater Pittston YMCA and
become part of a community committed to helping
you and your children learn, grow and thrive. Y
members receive full access to the facility’s Fitness
Center, Gym, Pool, Group Exercise Classes and Locker
rooms; priority registration for classes and programs;
discounts on classes and programs with a fee; and six
guest passes each year to share with friends. For full
descriptions of our membership please visit our
website www.greaterpittstonymca.org or speak with
one of our friendly Welcome Center Staff members in
person or by calling 570-655-2255.
YOUTH PROGRAM
PARTICIPANT
(12 and under)
$100/year
N/A
YOUTH
(12-17)
$19/month
$20
ADULT
(18-61)
$30/month
$30
ACTIVE OLDER ADULT
(62 and up)
$25/month
$30
FAMILY
(2 adults and up to 4
dependents)
$55/month
$40
CHILD WATCH Do you need someone to look after your child while you work out? We’re here for you! You may
bring your child to the YMCA Child Watch Program. Children will enjoy creative play in a fun, safe environment
with responsible YMCA staff members. This is a free service available to members only. Call for hours.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in bringing about
meaningful, enduring change right in your own neighborhood. As a program volunteer, board member or Annual
Campaign fundraiser, you can make a difference for our Y and the community as a whole.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES Visit www.greaterpittstonymca.org for open positions in our staff family at the YMCA.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Everyone belongs at the Y. Through the generous efforts from the United Way of
Wyoming Valley this is possible. For information about our Y Scholarship program, please stop at the Welcome
Center Desk. An application may be found in the YMCA lobby or online at www.greaterpittstonymca.org.
⑯ STROKE CLINIC
This six-week program teaches stroke development of the
four swim team strokes. Starts, turns and proper
technique are covered in the pool as well as possible video
demonstrations. This is an excellent learning opportunity
for all levels of competition. High school competitive
swimmers are welcome.
WATER SAFETY 101 FOR ADULTS
KEEPING OUR CHILDREN SAFE IN AND AROUND THE
WATER
In the United States, drowning ranks fifth among the
causes for death from unintentional injury. And, even
when a drowning incident does not result in death, it can
result in significant long term disability. Drowning happens
quickly and suddenly. Lowering the risk for drowning
PRIVATE AND SEMI PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
requires following general principles of water safety and
The Greater Pittston YMCA offers both private and semi- establishing layers of protection. Having layers of
private lessons. The lessons consist of 4 (four), 30 (thirty) protection in place provides “backup” if one protection
minute sessions. These lessons are offered starting at age strategy fails, reducing overall risk. This mini lecture and
three (3) - Adult and at any skill level. Private lessons are discussion will provide you with some tools that will help
done on a one on one basis in order to personalize the
to keep your loved one safe in and around the water. This
experience with a qualified swim instructor. Semi-private
program is designed for adults and will run for 1 hour.
lessons can be done with a sibling, friend or spouse. Semi- Advanced registration is required.
private lessons are a maximum of 3 people. You can
register for lessons at the front desk of the YMCA. Once MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2015 6:30PM-7:30PM
you register, the Aquatic Coordinator will contact you to
MEMBER: $5 per family NON MEMBER: $10 per family
set up the day and time of the lessons.
Private Swim Lessons
Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Family Member $65
Family Member $52pp
Member $80
Member $64pp
Non-Member $95
Non-Member $80pp
STAYING SAFE IN AND AROUND THE WATER
AMERICAN RED CROSS LONGFELLOW’S WHALE TALES
BACKYARD POOL SWIM LESSONS
This program is designed for children, but their entire
We bring swim lessons to you. The lessons consist of 4
family is welcome to attend. Pool rules, sun safety,
(four), 45 (forty-five) minute sessions or 5 (five), 30
personal flotation devices to name a few will be included.
(thirty) minute sessions. Lessons can also be custom
designed based on the participant’s needs. These lessons A variety of topics will be covered with fun interactive
activities for the entire family.
are offered starting at 6 months to 2 1/2 (with a parent
or guardian in the pool) up to and including adults. Private
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2015 6:30PM-7:30PM
backyard swim lessons as well as group backyard swim
MEMBER: $5 per family NON MEMBER: $10 per family
lessons are offered. This is a group opportunity to get a
few friends together for swim lessons in your own
backyard pool. Contact the aquatic director for prices and
availability.
570-655-2255 x106
[email protected]
WATER SAFETY 101 FOR
CHILDREN
LEADERSHIP THAT SERVES
MARY ANN DZIAK
Executive Director
EXT. 101
[email protected]
SUMMER HOURS OF OPERATION
(Begins June 1, 2015)
ROBERT DULIBA
EXT. 104
Mission & Membership Development
Director
[email protected]
FRIDAY
5:30AM to 7:00PM
BRIAN FALLON
Property Manager
EXT. 109
[email protected]
MATT MALAK
Healthy Lifestyles Director EXT. 102
[email protected]
SUSAN VOSIK PEKALA
Aquatic Director
EXT. 106
[email protected]
JENNIFER AMORINO
Program Coordinator
[email protected]
JOSEPH LEATHAM
Child Care Director
EXT. 103
[email protected]
MONDAY—THURSDAY
5:30AM to 9:00PM
SATURDAY
7:30AM to 2:00PM
SUNDAY
10:00AM to 2:00PM
AQUATIC CENTER HOURS OF
OPERATION
MONDAY—TUESDAY—THURSDAY
6:30AM to 8:30PM
WEDNESDAY
6:30AM to 8:00PM
FRIDAY
6:30AM to 6:30PM
SATURDAY
8:00AM to 2:30PM
SUNDAY
10:30AM to 2:30PM
2015 SUMMER PROGRAMMING
SESSION & REGISTRATION DATES
SUMMER I : June 22 - July 26
Member Registration :
June 1, 2015
Non-Member Registration :
June 8, 2015
SUMMER II : July 27 - August 30
Member Registration :
July 6, 2015
Non-Member Registration :
July 13, 2015
HOLIDAY HOURS & CLOSURES
SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2015
Independence Day - YMCA CLOSED
No Classes
01019063
No Programming
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING COURSES
AQUATIC SAFETY TRAINING FOR PRESCHOOL AND
SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN
(For groups only) Drowning is the second leading cause of
accidental death among children in the U.S. This program
teaches children skills to survive an aquatic emergency,
perform non-swimming rescues and prevent accidents. The
course includes classroom work and optional in-the-water
practice. For your convenience, instructors will come to
your site to conduct the classroom portions. We'll also
customize a program to meet your specific needs. Contact
the Aquatic Director to schedule your groups training.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
PEDIATRIC CPR
3 HOURSE COURSE
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive
a certificate from the American Red Cross in Pediatric
CPR. The certification is valid for 2 years.
$50 with certification card from ARC
$30 without a certification card from ARC
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015
9:00am - NOON
GENERAL WATER SAFETY PROGRAM TRAINING FOR
Babysitting provided, must register in advance for
DAY CARE STAFF
babysitting.
PA Child Care regulations require a water safety
presentation for staff assigned to supervise children when
they are using an aquatic resource. The resource may be
a pool sitting on the lawn in the yard of the child-care
facility, an above ground pool or in ground pool, a public
pool such as a Y or community pool or a lake, river, or
stream. This water safety presentation must be presented
each year for qualifying staff. Each participant completing
the program will receive a participation card indicating the
completion of the program for 2015. The completion card
is valid when supervising for any PA child care facility. Call
to set up a training session for your staff.
AQUATICS
GET ENGAGED
MEMBERSHIP
FEE
CATEGORY
①BUBBLE BABIES Ÿ
6 - 36 months
child will be exposed to games that use basic movements, such as
kicking, arm strokes and breath control. Activities are based on the
developmental abilities of the child. One parent or guardian must
attend the class and swim with the participant.
②2 1/2 YEAR OLD SWIM
30 months - 3 years
Water adjustment, basic stroke development and personal rescue
skills are all introduced in this class. Parent must remain on the
pool deck during the 30-minute instructional period of the class.
The parent/guardian gets in the water and swims with child for the
last 15 minutes to reinforce skills covered by the instructor during
class.
③PIKE Ÿ
Ages 3 - 5 years
This preschool beginner level class helps children develop safe pool
behavior, adjust to the water, and develop independent movement.
Children will learn the basic paddle stroke and kicking with the use
of personal floatation devices. They will also become comfortable
holding their faces in the water while blowing bubbles and
swimming.
④EEL Ÿ
Ages 3 - 5 years
This advanced beginner class is for children who are comfortable in
the water. They are taught to kick, float, and perform a simple
paddle stroke. Children can swim across the width of the pool
without assistance by the end of this level.
⑤RAY Ÿ
Ages 3 - 5 years
Children begin to build endurance while improving their strokes and
skills. They learn to swim on their front and back, tread water and
perform diving skills. Children can swim the width of the pool on
their front and back without assistance by the end of this level.
⑥STARFISH Ÿ
Ages 3 - 5 years
Children at this level refine their strokes while reviewing previously
learned skills. They also learn underwater swimming
skills. Children can swim a length of the pool on their front and
back without assistance by the end of this level.
⑦POLLIWOG Ÿ
AQUATICS
Ages 6 - 14 years
Beginning level for school-age children. No prior swimming
experience necessary. Students are introduced to basic stroke
development, personal safety skills, water sports and games in a
friendly environment with peers.
⑧GUPPY Ÿ
Ages 6 - 14 years
This class is designed for students who have completed the
Polliwog. Children will continue to improve their freestyle and
backstrokes. They will be introduced to deep water swimming skills
including personal safety in deep water, diving and treading water.
Children will also learn rotary breathing, and will be introduced to
breaststroke and butterfly.
⑨MINNOW Ÿ
Ages 6 - 14 years
The Minnow level is designed for students who have completed
either the Guppy or Starfish level. This class will continue to
introduce students to diving, treading water, increased distance for
freestyle and backstroke, as well as deep water swimming skills. It
will introduce lap-swimming techniques to students and will focus
on stroke refinement and endurance.
⑩FISH Ÿ
Ages 6 - 14 years
Students continue to focus on lap swimming skills, stroke
refinement and endurance. They will continue to learn about water
sports and games, increase distance of freestyle, backstroke and
breaststroke, personal safety and basic rescue skills.
⑪FLYING FISH Ÿ
Ages 6 - 14 years
Flying Fish students continue to perfect lap swimming techniques
and focus on stroke refinement of freestyle, backstroke,
breaststroke and increase distance of butterfly. They will continue
learning basic rescue skills such as throwing assists and rescue
breathing.
⑫ADULT LEVEL 1 Ÿ
Ages 15 and Up
A beginner class for teens and adults. This program is designed for
swimmers with little or no experience in the water. Instructors will
teach fundamental aquatic skills.
SUMMER I JUNE 22—JULY 26 (5 WEEKS)
No Class Saturday, July 4 (4 WEEKS)
Member Registration :
June 1, 2015
Non-Member Registration :
June 8, 2015
SUMMER II JUNLY 27-AUG. 30 (5 WEEKS)
Member Registration :
July 6, 2015
Non-Member Registration :
July 13, 2015
PRICING
5 Week Session
FAMILY MEMBER: $30
MEMBER: $40
NON-MEMBER: $58
4 Week Session
FAMILY MEMBER: $24
MEMBER: $32
NON-MEMBER: $47
SCHEDULE OF CLASSES
All classes are 45 minutes long, running once a week
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
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11:15 am
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5:15 pm
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6:00 pm
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WELLNESS & HEALTHY LIVING
PROGRESSIVE SWIMMING
LESSONS
FITNESS ORIENTATION
New to the Y? We offer a complimentary
fitness orientation with one of our staff
for all new members as an introduction
to our cardiovascular and strength
training equipment. Appointments can
be scheduled at the Member Services
Desk.
GROUP EXERCISE
The Greater Pittston YMCA understands that
people are, at heart, social animals who often
fall short of health and wellness goals when
forced to go it alone. We are motivated,
challenged, and inspired to do our best when in
the presence of like-minded people seeking
similar goals and objectives. Sure, it is possible
to accomplish one’s wellness goals completely
PERSONAL TRAINING
on your own… but where’s the fun in that? The
Looking for a new challenge or need
YMCA believes in promoting “Healthy
some additional motivation? A certified Lifestyles” for its members and program
YMCA Personal Trainer can be just what participants in a way that will help them attain
you need. Our trainers will evaluate your their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body…
health history and lifestyle to design a
and, for many, group exercise fulfills that
program that will specifically meet your purpose. See our full schedule online, pick one
needs and help you achieve your goals. up at the Y!
ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING
5 Sessions: $105 Member;
$180 Non Member
10 Sessions: $200 Member
$300 Non Member

TAG-TEAM TRAINING (2 people
training)
12 Sessions: $120 per Member;
$200 per Non Member

JUMPSTART PACKAGE
NEW CLIENTS ONLY!
2 ONE HOUR SESSIONS: $50

FUNCTION FITNESS
Ages 16-60
Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30pm-8:30pm
12 WEEKS
A High Intensity group circuit-style workout that will increase
your cardiovascular endurance, Burn fat, and help strengthen
you against any chronic condition.
Family Member: FREE
Member: $40
Non-Member: $90
SUMMER I JUNE 22—JULY 26
No Class Saturday, July 4 (4 WEEKS)
PRESCHOOL ARTS & CRAFTS
Fun crafts and preschool activities for your little ones. Keep working on those fine
motor skills and get them ready for Kindergarten in the fall
AGES 2-4
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
ADVANCED ARTS AND CRAFTS
Pottery, painting and crocheting are just a few of the skills your child will learn in
this fun and eye opening class that explores the many different venues of art.
AGES 7-10
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
KARATE
Learn the skills of Karate, jitsu and judo taught by our highly qualified instructor.
A great class for teaching your child discipline, strength and focus.
AGES 5-7
TUESDAYS 5:00PM-5:30PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 8-11
TUESDAYS 6:00PM-7:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
LITTLE GYMNASTS
Learn the basic fundamentals of gymnastics with friends. Children will develop
flexibility and poise while also learning to work together in a group.
AGES 2-4
WEDNESDAYS 4:00PM-4:45PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 4-6
WEDNESDAYS 5:00PM-6:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
KARATE
Learn the skills of Karate, jitsu and judo taught by our highly qualified instructor.
A great class for teaching your child discipline, strength and focus.
AGES 5-7
THURSDAYS 5:00PM - 6:00PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 8-12
THURSDAYS 6:00PM-7:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
TUMBLING
Introductory to tumbling positions, drills, and movements such as tuck, straddle,
bridge, handstand, forward roll, cartwheel, round off and back handspring along
with some strengthening and flexibility. More advanced students will begin to
develop a basic comprehension of a standing back handspring, basic air tumbling,
front walks and aerials.
AGES 6-8
FRIDAYS 5:00PM-6:00PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 8-10
FRIDAYS 6:00PM-7:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
ADVANCED HIP HOP
Styles of Jazz, Modern, Aftrican and hip hop are incorporated into this upbeat
class. The focus is on developing alignment, technique and rhythmic awareness.
This class if for our more advanced students who want to develop their skills.
AGES 7-12
FRIDAYS 5:00PM-6:00PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 2-4
MONDAYS 9:00AM-9:45AM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
AGES 2-4
FRIDAYS 6:00PM-6:45PM
AGES 7-10
NON-MEMBER: $60
NON-MEMBER: $60
MONDAYS 10:00AM-10:45AM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
KARATE
Learn the skills of Karate, jitsu and judo taught by our highly qualified instructor.
A great class for teaching your child discipline, strength and focus.
AGES 5-7
TUESDAYS 5:00PM-5:30PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 8-11
TUESDAYS 6:00PM-7:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
LITTLE GYMNASTS
Learn the basic fundamentals of gymnastics with friends. Children will develop
flexibility and poise while also learning to work together in a group.
AGES 2-4
WEDNESDAYS 4:00PM-4:45PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 4-6
WEDNESDAYS 5:00PM-6:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
KARATE
Learn the skills of Karate, jitsu and judo taught by our highly qualified instructor.
A great class for teaching your child discipline, strength and focus.
AGES 5-7
THURSDAYS 5:00PM - 6:00PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 8-12
THURSDAYS 6:00PM-7:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
TUMBLING
Introductory to tumbling positions, drills, and movements such as tuck, straddle,
bridge, handstand, forward roll, cartwheel, round off and back handspring along
with some strengthening and flexibility. More advanced students will begin to
develop a basic comprehension of a standing back handspring, basic air tumbling,
front walks and aerials.
AGES 6-8
FRIDAYS 5:00PM-6:00PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
AGES 8-10
FRIDAYS 6:00PM-7:00PM
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
ADVANCED HIP HOP
Styles of Jazz, Modern, Aftrican and hip hop are incorporated into this upbeat
class. The focus is on developing alignment, technique and rhythmic awareness.
This class if for our more advanced students who want to develop their skills.
AGES 7-12
FRIDAYS 5:00PM-6:00PM
ART CAMP
THEATER CAMP: PETER PAN JR.
Looking for an exciting summer program that
promotes exploration and creativity? The Y’s
Summer Art Camp is for ages 7-12! Campers will
draw, paint, and build their way through exciting
projects that connect to a hands-on theme.
Summer art camps are taught by professional
teaching artists.
Creative exploration and the development of
individual potential are the primary goals for
junior division theatre students. In addition to
rehearsing for productions, students have acting
classes in which they investigate the world of
theatre through exercises that activate their
voices, bodies and imaginations.
Week 1: June 22-26th
Week 2: July 20-24th
Ages 7-12
9am-12pm
Price: $78 per week
ITS ALL ABOUT NATURE
Stories, activities , crafts and snacks will center
around nature and the outdoors. Not only will we
dig in the dirt, but we will also eat dirt! No day
would be complete without a dip in the pool and
water activities in the playground. On Friday, July
3, camp will be held at the Lands at Hillside
Farms. Parents must provide transportation for
their child. While out at hillside, we will explore
the farm and stomp in the creek, prepare to get
wet and dirty. Parents and siblings are welcome
to attend our final day of camp at the Lands at
Hillside Farms.
June 29-July 3
Ages 4-6
9am-12pm
Price: $130
WET AND WILD CAMP
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
LITTLE BALLERINAS/IMAGINATION
Learn the basic foundation of ballet with friends then mix it up and let your
imagination loose in a guided and fun dance activities! Children will develop
flexibility and poise while also learning to work together.
AGES 2-4
FRIDAYS 6:00PM-6:45PM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
MEMBER: $30
MEMBER: $30
ADVANCED ARTS AND CRAFTS
Pottery, painting and crocheting are just a few of the skills your child will learn in
this fun and eye opening class that explores the many different venues of art.
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
LITTLE BALLERINAS/IMAGINATION
Learn the basic foundation of ballet with friends then mix it up and let your
imagination loose in a guided and fun dance activities! Children will develop
flexibility and poise while also learning to work together.
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
PRESCHOOL ARTS & CRAFTS
Fun crafts and preschool activities for your little ones. Keep working on those fine
motor skills and get them ready for Kindergarten in the fall
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
MONDAYS 10:00AM-10:45AM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
JULY 27—AUGUST 30
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
MONDAYS 9:00AM-9:45AM
FAMILY MEMBER: FREE
SUMMER I
The 2015 Summer Camps season is finally here!
The Greater Pittston YMCA is offering amazing
camp experiences for your children to enhance their
Summer! Our camps are designed to spark
imagination, encourage creativity and actively
engage them spiritually, mentally and physically.
MEMBER: $30
NON-MEMBER: $60
If your child loves everything about water, then
this is the camp for them. Stories, crafts and
snacks will center around a water theme which
will include both fresh and salt water. Weather
permitting, children will have outdoor water play
activities. No day would be complete without a
dip in the pool and a take home water themed
craft.
July 13-July 17*
Ages 4-6
9am-12pm
Price: $130
*Babysitting available from 12PM-1PM for an
additional $30. Must bring own bag lunch.
July 27th- Aug 7th
Ages 7-14
9am-12pm
Price: $188
MINI CAMP—ANYTHING GOES
Campers will experience all, a little bit of it all at
the Y. They will swim, participate in sports, use
their imagination while making projects, and
make new friends. Snacks will be provided each
day.
August 10-14th*
Ages 3-12
9am-12pm
Price: $110
*Babysitting available from
12PM-1PM for an
additional $30.
Must bring own bag lunch.
2015 SUMMER CAMPS
SUMMER I PROGRAMMING SUMMER II PROGRAMMING
2015
BASKETBALL
CAMP
The Y’s basketball camp is like no other. Offering
those players with a good foundation the chance to
improve their skills, focus on team play, learn more
about the game and so much more! Camp is lead
by the head coach of King’s College NCAA Woman’s
Basketball team, Brian Donoguhe. See you on the
court!
CAMP 1
July 27 - July 30
AGES 11 & UP
5-8PM
CAMP 2
August 3 - August 6
AGES 7-10
5-8PM
PRICE: $130
BRIAN DONOGHUE
Coach Donoghue recently completed his 10th
season as the Head Woman’s Basketball Coach
at King’s College. During his tenure, the Lady
Monarchs have an over all record of 151-116,
and reach the 2012 NCAA Sweet 16. Coach
Donoghue has twenty-four seasons of coaching
experience, including seventeen as a collegiate
head coach. The last twenty seasons he has
spent coaching women at the collegiate level,
including being the top assistant at East
Stroudsburg University, as well as the head
coach at Penn State– Delaware County.
CAITLIN HADZIMICHALIS
Coach Hadzimichalis recently completed her 6th
season as the top assistant coach for the Lady
Monarchs. Coach Hadzimichalis came to King’s
after concluding an outstanding collegiate
career at Marywood University in Scranton. As a
basketball player, Hadzimichalis was a four-year
letter-winner and three-year team captain,
earning team most valuable player honors in
2006 and 2008. She was also named to the
2008 Colonial States Athletic Conference
Sportsmanship Team. Hadzimichalis concluded
her Marywood career with 868 points, 376
rebounds, 215 assists and 175 steals.
2015 SUMMER
SPLASH PASS
Are you interested in using the pool for the summer months?
This summer, The Greater Pittston Y will be offering a summer
SPLASH PASS for use of the pool. The SPLASH PASS will be
valid JUNE 15—SEPTEMBER 6. SPLASH PASS only includes use
of the pool and locker rooms during appropriate lap swim and
family swim times.
13 WEEK PASS
Individual SPLASHER $60
Active Older SPLASHER (62+) $45
FAMILY SPLASHING $125
GET YOUR PASS TODAY AT THE Y!
LEARN
TO SWIM
WEEK
Classes meet for 5 consecutive days. Learn to Swim week is designed for
the non swimmer and beginner swimmer. Classes will introduce the basics
of becoming comfortable in and around the water. Kicking, arm strokes,
breath control and water safety will be the main focuses of the week.
Family Member $25
Member $35
Non Member $45
Parent/Child: 6 months – 36 months*
(*1 parent or guardian in the water with swimmer)
Preschool Learn to Swim: Ages 3 – 5
Youth Learn to Swim: Ages 6 – 14
Monday, June 15 – Friday, June 19
Bubble Babies
9:00am – 9:45am
Preschool
9:45am – 10:30am
Youth
10:30am – 11:15am
Preschool
5:15pm-6pm
Youth
6pm – 6:45pm
Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26
Bubble Babies
9:00am – 9:45am
Preschool
9:45am – 10:30am
Youth
10:30am – 11:15am
Preschool
12pm – 12:45pm
Youth
12:45pm – 1:30pm
Preschool
6pm-6:45pm
Youth
6:45pm-7:30pm