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Summer Session
June 22 – August 8, 2009
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West Toledo YMCA
2020 Tremainsville Rd.
Toledo, OH 43613
(419) 475-3496

Facilities Available
Indoor Pool
Gymnasium
Fitness Center
Aerobics Studio
KidZone Nursery 
Locker Rooms
Child Care Center
Youth Lobby
All Purpose Rooms
Community Room
Family Changing Room

We welcome all individuals. We invite people with disabilities who need accommodations for programs and facilities to please call Heather Tross at the West YMCA.


 
 

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JULY 4 - BRANCHES OPEN 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM.


YMCA/JCC TO PROVIDE FREE MEMBERSHIPS TO ELIGIBLE MILITARY FAMILIES
As part of the new Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Outreach Initiative, the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo will provide military families with access to youth development, family strengthening, and health and well-being programs at community YMCAs nationwide.  Membership fees will be underwritten by the DoD and administered through Military OneSource, an information and referral service for military families.

Military Family Eligibility Form 
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Radio Disney’s Move It! Tour - live at Fort Meigs Y 
Radio Disney is bringing its high-energy, sixty minute stage show to the Fort Meigs YMCA on Friday, July 10 at 6 p.m.  The Radio Disney Move IT! Tour encourages families to get active and illustrates fun ways for them to increase their current activity levels. The event is free and open to all area families.  In addition to the stage show, there will be interactive games and Radio Disney prize giveaways including the chance to win four tickets to an upcoming Jonas Brothers concert to be held at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland on August 27.  Radio Disney has teamed up with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield to bring the Move IT! Tour to locations throughout Ohio For more information, please contact the Fort Meigs YMCA at 419-251-9622 or Click Here.
 
 


Summer Hours of Operation
(effective June 22 - September 7, 2009)

Monday - Thursday:    5:15 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.  
Friday:    5:15 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
Saturday:    6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Sunday:    12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.





Join us for Women's Wellness and Adventure Weekend
Join us for a weekend of relaxation, exhilaration and just plain fun! Women's Adventure and Wellness Weekend will be held September 11-13, 2009 at YMCA Storer Camps in the beautiful Irish Hills of Southeast Michigan. This special weekend offers the opportunity to get away by yourself, meet new people and learn new skills. Don't miss out on this getaway that will nurture your spirit, mind and body. Register today.



 

 
YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo – building strong kids, strong families and strong communities for 144 years

  

 Your YMCA/JCC:

  • Won The Collaboration Prize for the most outstanding partnership in the nation
  • Received the Torch Award from the BBB for outstanding fundraising practices
  • Won the prestigious Eagle Award for superior financial development  
  • Collaborated with TPS to build the new West Toledo YMCA, to be completed August 2009
  • Served 307,440 people, making your YMCA the 8th largest in the nation
  • Raised $2,153,812 during the Annual Scholarship Campaign
  • Provided 75,462 people with scholarship assistance
  • Partnered with United Way and LMHA to provide 14,249 youth with free Fun Bus activities
  • Partnered with 136 area churches
  • Served 21,301 campers at YMCA Storer Camps – the 3rd largest camp in the nation
  • Provided free diabetes screenings for 368 people
  • Offered free respite child care for military families
  • Taught free water safety and swim lessons to 3,500 children
  • Served 2,463 children weekly at 37 child care locations

    View the YMCA/JCC full 2008 Annual Report  



Free Respite Child Care for Military Families
In a continued effort to meet the growing needs of military service members, the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo will provide respite child care services to deployed National Guard/Reservists and select military personnel. Underwritten by the Department of Defense (DoD), respite child care services are designed to provide licensed child care for children of deployed military personnel. More>>




YMCA and JCC/United Jewish Council of Greater Toledo awarded $125,000 nonprofit Collaboration Prize
The YMCA and JCC/United Jewish Council of Greater Toledo has been named winner for The Collaboration Prize for their outstanding model of nonprofit collaboration. The YMCA and JCC/United Jewish Council of Greater Toledo tied with the Dallas Museum of Nature and Science as recognized leaders in leveraging resources, eliminating duplication of programs and services, and increasing efficiency through collaboration. The YMCA and JCC/United Jewish Council, as well as the Dallas Museum of Nature and Science will share the $250,000 prize. Lodestar announced the winner Thursday afternoon March 5, 2009.


Building Better Arms
Certified personal trainer Rebecca Boyer, fitness director for the Summit YMCA, demonstrates exercises for toning and strengthening your arms and
shoulders, as featured in the Toledo Blade Sunday, March 8, 2009 Living section article by Ann Weber.

Follow this link to read the article and see the video:
http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090308/ART16/903060247/-1/ARCHIVES30



Get started on a healthy new lifestyle - register for Summer programs
Register now for the next Program Session. YMCA/JCC programs are a terrific value and a great way to get and keep your new exercise habits going throughout 2009.  And don't forget, with All-for-One core fitness, you can participate in an unlimited number of core fitness classes per session at any branch as long as space allows. Preview now>



What's Happening at the West YMCA?
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West Toledo YMCA presents Max Family Membership to Frisch family
The Frisch family, dad Aaron and mom Jackie, along with some of their 11 boys, in front of their new West Toledo home, courtesy of the ABC television network program Extreme Makeover: The Home Edition, are greeted by Christy Gordon, West Toledo YMCA executive director, who presented the family with a YMCA Max membership.

The Frisch family accepted gifts at a press conference in front of their new home, 6044 Edgedale Circle, from over 40 businesses and organizations with a vow to pay it forward to help others who are in need.
 

Fitness Classes!


Belly Dancing - Sundays 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Latin Fitness with Kale! Saturdays from 10:30 - 11:30 am

Turbo 101
Tuesday/Thursday 7:35 - 8:35 pm
Have you wondered what Turbo Kick was all about? Want to make your turbo workout more productive? Come and learn how to fine tune your turbo form and technique while getting a great cardiovascular workout.

Dance and Play Wednesday 1:00 - 1:30 pm
Come dance and play your way to fun and fitness! For 12-36 month olds and an adult companion.


West Program Center - Newsletter-Preschool Happenings


Child Care Centers Step Up To Quality

The Alexis Program Center and West Toledo Program Center have received a star based on the Step UP To Quality program from Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Step Up To Quality is a voluntary rating system for licensed early childhood programs to recognize achievements in higher quality standards. Congratulations Alexis and West Program Centers. Keep up the great work!


Aquatics

West YMCA Swim Team
Ages 6-18. Competitive swimming for all skill levels. Call a Member Service Desk representative for more information.To visit the YMCA Swim Team web site Click here.

Adult/Teen Beginner Swim Lessons are available. Call the Member Services Desk at 419-475-3496 for more information.


Family

Adventure Guides
A year round program in which parents spend quality time with their son/daughter through campouts, parades, swimming, games and more. For more information call Pat Tetuan at 419-475-3496.

Kids in Motion
Wednesday, from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, for ages 7-12



Silver Sneakers ® Fitness Program

The Silver Sneakers ® Fitness Program is a national exercise program designed exclusively for older adults and offered to Medicare-eligible members. YMCA/JCC  offers the SilverSneakers ® Fitness program to eligible members of Anthem BCBS and Humana health plans. For eligibility, contact your insurance provider. For class information, visit or call your neighborhood YMCA or JCC.


Parent Project Offered
Parent Project is for parents of strong willed-youth. If your teenager is bent on breaking house rules, staying out past curfew, doing poorly in school, or any other negative behavior, we can help. A  variety of class times and locations are available. 
For more information, call 419-691-3523.



Celebrate Your Child's Birthday at the YMCA
Choose from three different Party Schedules and Party Packages. All Party Packages include a YMCA Host, tableware and decorations, and a optional T-shirt for the guest of honor.

To schedule a party, call the West Toledo YMCA at 475-3496. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance.



Christian Emphasis

YMCA Christian Emphasis Web page

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Mission

YMCA Mission

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

JCC Mission
To serve the needs of the entire community in a manner consistent with Jewish values.