WHAT'S NEW AT THE YMCA
TEST YOUR METTLE WITH METAL ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 14th!
It's all about strength, endurance and fun at the Y's Max-Rep Bench Press Contest! Three weight divisions keeps it competitive: the participant able to do the the most repetitions will win their division. Your chance to test your mettle begins at 10 am on Saturday, August 14 – but you must register by August 12. Click here for registration details and get ready to pump-it-up!
VENETIAN RIVER RUN RESULTS ARE IN!
It was a beautiful summer morning for one of the largest 5K & 10K runs in Southwest Michigan. Click here for 2010 race results. To view 2009 results, click here.
HO-HUM? NOT THIS SUMMER. GIVE HO- HUM THE HEAVE-HO WITH YMCA CAMPS!
Why are you standing around? There's great things to do at the Y . . .
- Young Adventure Camps offers kid-friendly themes and hands-on fun for ages 3-7!
- Gymnastics Camps will keep your 3 to 12 year olds moving!
- Cheer Camp mixes cheerleading and tumbling for twice the fun! For ages 4-12.
Don't forget Gla-Da-Wen-Ta Day Camp (see below for details). For more information on YMCA Summer Camps, click here.
IT'S TIME FOR FUN AND SUN! REGISTER NOW FOR GLA-DA-WEN-TA DAY CAMP.
Your 5-12 year old kids can enjoy a great camping experience while returning home each day! Gla-Da-Wen-Ta Day Camp, held at Riverview Park in St. Joseph, will help your child discover new skills, make new friends, develop respect for the outdoors, and most of all, have fun!
During the day, children will experience quality camping with hiking, archery, sports, outdoor education, swimming, arts and crafts, games, character development, songs, and skits. Every week, campers will go on a special field trip to an exciting destination!
Camps run Monday through Friday beginning June 14th. There's a different camp theme each week! Drop your kids off at Riverview Park at 9:00 am and pick them up at the Y at 4:30 pm. Extended hours are available for working parents. Click here for details.
YMCA QUICK INFO LINKS
FAST • FACTS
Class Session Dates
| Summer I | June 14 – July 17 |
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| Summer II | July 19 – Aug. 28 |
| Fall I | Sept. 13 – Oct. 30 |
Member registration for Summer Session II begins July 5; open registration begins July 12.
Facility Hours
May 30 – Sept. 25
| Monday–Friday | 5:00 am–10:00 pm |
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| Saturday | 6:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Sunday | 12:30–4:00 pm |
The Y is closed Independence Day, July 4, and Labor Day, September 6.
SCHEDULES & GUIDES
The 2010 Summer Program Brochure is Here!
Your guide to fitness and family fun, with complete class listings and activity schedules!
Current Schedules
YMCA HIGHLIGHTS
- Y Personal Training Programs
Try on one of our programs. You'll look wonderful! Click here. - Wellness for Older Adults
We're here to help everyone stay healthy and strong! Get started. - Y Rentals & Birthday Parties
Treat your group to a special night at the Y, or let us host your child's birthday! Learn more. - The Y Center for Achievement
The Y Center offers a wonderful summer program for Benton Harbor youth ages 7 to 17! Click here.
